Peacock Orders Long-Awaited “Community” Movie Based on Emmy Award-Winning Fan-Favorite NBC Comedy
Original stars Joel McHale, Danny Pudi, Alison Brie, Gillian Jacobs, Jim Rash and Ken Jeong will reunite with Joel McHale as an executive producer.
[via press release from Peacock]
COMMUNITY FANS, CLASS IS BACK IN SESSION!
PEACOCK ORDERS LONG-AWAITED COMMUNITY MOVIE BASED ON EMMY AWARD-WINNING FAN-FAVORITE NBC COMEDY
The Movie Will Come from Original Series Creator Dan Harmon and Executive Producer Andrew Guest and Reunite Original Stars Joel McHale, Danny Pudi, Alison Brie, Gillian Jacobs, Jim Rash and Ken Jeong. From Sony Pictures Television and Universal Television. Peacock Is Also Acquiring The Full Series Library.
Fan-Led Social Movement #SixSeasonsandaMovie Began in 2014
· In a highly competitive situation, Peacock announced today the long-awaited COMMUNITY movie, based on the Emmy Award-winning, critically-acclaimed fan-favorite NBC comedy series.
· Original stars Joel McHale, Danny Pudi, Alison Brie, Gillian Jacobs, Jim Rash and Ken Jeong will reunite with Joel McHale as an executive producer. The movie will come from original series creator Dan Harmon, executive producer Andrew Guest, and from studios Sony Pictures Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.
· Peacock is also acquiring the full series library (non-exclusively).
· COMMUNITY THE MOVIE: from the TV series that predicted its own movie, comes the least predictable movie of a TV series that referenced a lot of movies and TV.
· “‘Six seasons and a movie’ started out as a cheeky line from Community’s early seasons and quickly ignited a passionate fan movement for this iconic, hilarious and cool (cool, cool) NBC comedy,” said Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We’re incredibly grateful that 15 years later, we are able to deliver fans this promised movie and can’t wait to get to work with Dan Harmon, Andrew Guest, Joel McHale, Sony and our partners at UTV to continue this epic comedy for Peacock audiences.”
· “Community was light years ahead of its time when it premiered on NBC in 2009 and we are thrilled to once again visit the brilliant minds of Dan Harmon, Andrew Guest and this impeccable cast. We are grateful to Peacock, our partners at UTV and to all the zealous fans who have cherished this iconic show.” – Jason Clodfelter, Co-President, Sony Pictures Television Studios
· “This franchise is the very definition of community,” said Erin Underhill, President, Universal Television. “We’re excited to bring the band back together and continue the journey of these beloved characters.”
· COMMUNITY launched on NBC in 2009 as part of Must See TV Thursday along with The Office, 30 Rock and Parks and Recreation, and ran for 110 episodes over six seasons. The series won a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation – Comedy Series in 2012. The series also spawned the unofficial fan-led convention CommuniCon.
ABOUT:
Writers / Executive Producers: Dan Harmon & Andrew Guest
Executive Producers: Joel McHale, Russ Krasnoff, Gary Foster
Studio: Sony Pictures Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group
Peacock Drops Official First Look Images from New Original Comedy Series “Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin” Starring Adam Devine and Executive Produced by Elizabeth Banks
All six episodes premiere on Peacock Wednesday, November 23.
[via press release from Peacock]
PEACOCK DROPS OFFICIAL FIRST LOOK IMAGES FROM NEW ORIGINAL COMEDY SERIES “PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN” STARRING ADAM DEVINE AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY ELIZABETH BANKS
ALL SIX EPISODES PREMIERE ON PEACOCK WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN — “Torschlusspanik” Episode 102 — Pictured (l-r): Lera Abova as Lina, Flula Borg as Pieter, Sarah Hyland as Heidi – (Photo by: Julia Terjung/Peacock)
PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN — “Backpfeifengesicht” Episode 101 — Pictured: Sarah Hyland as Heidi — (Photo by: Peacock)PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN — “Lebensabschnittspartner” Episode 106 — Pictured: Jameela Jamil as Gisela– (Photo by: Julia Terjung/Peacock)PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN — “Streicheleinheit” Episode 104 — Pictured (l-r): Lera Abova as Lina, Flula Borg as Pieter, Sarah Hyland as Heidi, Adam Devine as Bumper Allen — (Photo by: Julia Terjung/Peacock)
A NOTE FROM ELIZABETH BANKS, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:
To think this journey began over 15 years ago – from the discovery of Mickey Rapkin’s book, to three incredible films, and now a television series. We could never have imagined the life that this story would take on. It was really important to us that Bumper in Berlin be recognizable to the fans, for its irreverent comedy and phenomenal music, but also entirely distinct from what you’ve seen before. We wanted to honor The Barden Bellas and the Pitch Perfect world, while expanding into a fresh and brilliantly weird character journey. This story is about second chances, friendship, and the idea that your dreams can come true in unexpected ways – anywhere in the world, at any point in your life. When we brought Megan Amram on board, it was clear she shared that vision and brought the whole Berliner world and characters to life in a way that only Megan could.
I have so much love for this cast – they are just the most talented and hilarious group of people. It’s been so fun watching Adam Devine grow as an actor and artist, from his first Pitch Perfect audition over ten years ago. And it’s been an absolute joy seeing Sarah Hyland, Jameela Jamil, Lera Abova and the fully-fleshed Berliner Flula Borg bringing their own brilliance and outstanding performances. We also worked with incredible musicians and artists to write songs that really speak to each character. It’s just been an amazing journey and we’re so excited for the world to see this story continue to unfold.
A NOTE FROM MEGAN AMRAM, SHOWRUNNER / WRITER / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:
Dear Members of the Press (I’m sorry to lump you all together, I’d list you all by name if I could, have to imagine there’s a Matt or two in there):
Guten tag! Or, if you’re reading this at night: Guten abend! But if it’s night, please, put down your work. Be present. Have a nice dinner at a local restaurant. Tell them Megan sent you.
I am deeply excited to share with you the first season of Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin. This show is a spin-off series from the Pitch Perfect movie franchise, and it has been so fun playing in the Pitch Perfect sandbox. I have been honored to have been brought into the Pitch Perfect fold by Elizabeth Banks. Like many of you, I saw the movies in the theaters a decade ago and laughed my butt off. My toes have still never recovered from how hard I tapped them.
With Bumper in Berlin, the other producers and I decided we wanted to expand the world of Pitch Perfect into something recognizable yet unique. We wanted to keep what made the movies special but create a new world that felt completely original. To take the elements of the movies we know and love — the humor, the camaraderie, and the music — and make it something sweet and absurd. Two beloved characters from the movies are joined by a whole new cast of characters who hopefully inject a freshness and absurdity to the franchise the world already adores.
Adam Devine is an absolute treasure – consistently funny and sweet. Sarah Hyland and Adam have incredible chemistry and she has the pipes of a bona fide superstar. Flula Borg is as funny as expected but brings a grounded, beating heart to the show. Jameela Jamil steals every scene she’s in and our newcomer Lera Abova is insanely talented and we’re so excited to be introducing the world to her.
Plus, we got to make this whole show in Berlin! The Windy City! City of Lights! The city they wrote “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” about! I absolutely fell in love with Berlin. It is so vibrant, inspiring, and unique, and I am thrilled this show will introduce a whole slew of Americans to a city that has not been represented heavily in American TV.
I hope this show makes you laugh, smile, sing, and ask, “why is there a real German word that translates to ‘a child who is as tall as three cheeses'”?” This show has been an absolute joy to make. Thank you so much for watching.
Danke schön,
Megan Amram
ABOUT THE SERIES
ABOUT PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN:
In the new series for Peacock, several years after we last saw him in “Pitch Perfect,” Adam Devine’s Bumper Allen moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.
Produced by: Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group
Cast: Adam Devine, Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland, Lera Abova, Jameela Jamil
SERIES REGULARS | CAST & CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
ADAM DEVINE (Righteous Gemstones, Workahaolics) will play Bumper Allen, who, after his a cappella TikTok goes viral in Berlin, moves to Germany to pursue his dreams of becoming an international pop star. He sets his sights on the national German Unity Day concert, and vows to work as hard as he can to transition from acapella amateur into bona fide superstar. In Germany, he feels like a fish out of mustard, but he knows he can do anything he sets his mind to.
FLULA BORG (Pitch Perfect 2, The Suicide Squad, Curb Your Enthusiasm) will play Pieter Krämer who has transitioned from German a cappella star to discredited German music manager. He signs Bumper as his only client, and brings him to Berlin to pursue his dreams.
SARAH HYLAND (Modern Family, The Wedding Year) will play Heidi, Pieter and Bumper’s cheery and slightly odd American assistant. While working on Bumper’s team by day, she secretly harbors dreams of being a singer-songwriter herself, and moonlights by performing original songs in a Berlin cabaret.
LERA ABOVA (Anna) will play Thea Krämer, Piëter’s sister and a prominent Berlin DJ and music producer. She performs in clubs all over the city as DJ Das Boot. She is as cool as Berlin in December (4.1°C).
JAMEELA JAMIL (The Good Place, She Hulk) will play a bombastic and flashy up-and-coming German pop star. Gisela is Pieter’s ex-girlfriend and Bumper’s main rival at the German Unity Day concert. She will stop at nothing to beat him to stardom.
Video: “Prince Andrew: Banished” – Official Trailer – Peacock Original
The film unpacks the tumultuous story of how Prince Andrew, Duke of York whose behavioral antics throughout his career as a Royal brought scandal and disgrace to the 1200-year legacy of the British Royal Family.
[via press release from Peacock]
PEACOCK DROPS OFFICIAL TRAILER, SHOW ART, AND IMAGES FOR NEW ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY ‘PRINCE ANDREW: BANISHED’
The Shocking Peacock Original Documentary Premieres On October 5.
ABOUT THE SERIES
ABOUT BANISHED:
Prince Andrew: Banished unpacks the tumultuous story of how Prince Andrew, Duke of York – formerly regarded as the attractive, beloved son of Queen Elizabeth II and decorated naval officer – whose behavioral antics throughout his career as a Royal brought scandal and disgrace to the 1200-year legacy of the British Royal Family. Through new interviews with palace insiders, journalists, members of Andrew’s social circle, and the legal team that brought the allegations to light, the documentary takes a deep dive into the world of privilege, jealousy, desire, and greed that pushed Andrew; first, into the orbit of notorious sex offenders Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, and then into a sordid sex trafficking scandal that threatens to bring down the House of Windsor.
ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY:
Premiere Date: October 5, 2022
Executive Producer/Director: Jamie Crawford
Executive Producers: Jennifer Harkness, Laura Michalchyshyn, Sam Sniderman, Nina Burleigh, Emma Cooper and Barbara Shearer
‘HALLOWEEN IN HOLLYWOOD’ AIRS SATURDAY, OCT. 1 AT 8 P.M. ON NBC AND STREAMING NEXT DAY ON PEACOCK
Hourlong Special Celebrates “Halloween Ends,” the Final Chapter of the Iconic “Halloween” Franchise, and Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights Event Featuring a Very Special Appearance by Jamie Lee Curtis
In celebration of the upcoming release of “Halloween Ends,” a Malek Akkad production from Universal Pictures, Miramax and Blumhouse, fans of the “Halloween” franchise, horror films and Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights are invited to experience “Halloween in Hollywood,” an epic night celebrating all things Halloween on Saturday, Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. The one-hour special will also be available on Peacock, beginning Oct. 2.
Hosted by Chris Hardwick from Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights, this immersive fan-focused event will be a celebration of horror fandom and of NBCUniversal’s role in defining and redefining the genre over the past century and its vision for the future of horror.
The special will include a message from “Halloween Ends” star Jamie Lee Curtis; Producer Jason Blum, CEO and Founder, Blumhouse; and director David Gordon Green. It will also feature a sneak peek at the film, which arrives in theaters and begins streaming only on Peacock Oct. 14.
NBCU celebrities will reflect on the impact of the “Halloween” franchise over the past four decades and will bravely experience one of the haunted houses featured at this year’s premier Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights event. The special will include appearances from Jon Barinholtz, Terry Crews, Omar Dorsey, Ryan Eggold, Ana Gasteyer, Tyler Posey, Kyle Richards, Blake Shelton, Jennifer Tilly, the cast of Peacock’s “Bel-Air” and more.
The special will also include appearances from John Carpenter, executive producer, director and composer of the original 1978 “Halloween” and fellow “Halloween Ends” composers Daniel Davies and Cody Carpenter. It will also feature Prof. Tananarive Due, award-winning author and professor of Black horror & Afrofuturism at UCLA, and Robert Englund, who famously portrayed Freddy Krueger.
Viewers will get an in-depth look at how Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort transform their parks for the popular seasonal Halloween Horror Nights event and bring their world-famous haunted houses to life.
As part of an ongoing commitment to the Halloween season, the special will launch a sweepstakes where two lucky fans can experience some of the thrills highlighted in the special. Offering a trip for two to experience Halloween in Hollywood in 2023, this sweepstakes keeps the thrills and chills going into next year.
Beginning Oct. 1, Peacock will become the ultimate destination for Halloween Horror. With dozens of curated collections and a long list of titles to explore, Peacock’s Halloween destination features scary series and films to stream for every kind of fan this spooky season.
Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights brings together the most twisted minds in horror to immerse guests in a living, breathing, three-dimensional world of terror inspired by TV, music and film’s most compelling horror properties. The event runs on select nights through Monday, Oct. 31 at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort.
The “Halloween in Hollywood” special was created and produced by Creative Partnerships at NBCU, the award-winning in-house creative team within NBCUniversal’s Advertising and Partnerships division.
Video: “Halloween Ends” – Final Trailer – Peacock
After 45 years, the most acclaimed, revered horror franchise in film history reaches its epic, terrifying conclusion as Laurie Strode faces off for the last time against the embodiment of evil, Michael Myers, in a final confrontation unlike any captured on-screen before.
[via press release from Peacock]
Halloween Ends | Final Trailer | Peacock
Halloween Ends in theaters and streaming only on Peacock October 14: https://pck.tv/3UEGF81
Final Girl. Final Face-Off. Final Trailer.
After 45 years, the most acclaimed, revered horror franchise in film history reaches its epic, terrifying conclusion as Laurie Strode faces off for the last time against the embodiment of evil, Michael Myers, in a final confrontation unlike any captured on-screen before. Only one of them will survive.
#PeacockTV #HalloweenEnds #FinalTrailer
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Video: “I Love You, You Hate Me” – Official Trailer – Peacock Original
“I Love You, You Hate Me” is a limited doc series chronicling the rise and fall of Barney the Dinosaur’s furious backlash – and what it says about the human need to hate.
[via press release from Peacock]
OFFICIAL TRAILER AND KEY ART FOR PEACOCK LIMITED DOC SERIES I LOVE YOU, YOU HATE ME 2-PART SERIES PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12
www.PeacockTV.com
ABOUT THE SERIES
I Love You, You Hate Me is a limited doc series chronicling the rise and fall of Barney the Dinosaur’s furious backlash – and what it says about the human need to hate. From Barney-bashing to frat parties to homicidal video games, something in American society broke into a million pieces, and it’s never been put together again… or is this just who we were all along?
Quote from Joel Chiodi, Head of Documentaries and SVP of Strategic Development at Scout Productions – “I Love You, You Hate Me unpacks how a children’s character who stood for inclusion, understanding, and kindness birthed a movement of anger and criticism that threatened the show, its creators, and their futures. As it spotlights the beginnings of modern-day hate culture, this documentary traces the creation of the character and how it took a toll on the people closest to it, examining the surprising and lingering impact the ‘Big Purple Dinosaur’ left on American society.”
Quote from Director, Tommy Avallone – “Barney came out on television when I was just 10 years old, and I admittedly didn’t understand him. As a teenager, for one of my birthdays I asked my aunt to make me a Barney costume, so my friends and I could beat him up on camera. Several years later, creating this docu-series, it feels good to be on the other side and no longer a Barney hater. Now having children of my own, I understand all the love that went into making the purple dinosaur.”
ABOUT THE SERIES
Director: Tommy Avallone
Executive Producers: Rob Eric, Joel Chiodi, David Collins, Michael Williams, Tommy Avallone, Raymond Esposito, Wendy Greene, and Amy Goodman Kass
Producer: Trent Johnson
Produced By: Scout Productions
Format: Doc Limited Series, 2 x 60 mins (binge drop)
Video: “One of Us Is Lying” – New Season – Official Trailer – Peacock Original
Following the heart-pounding conclusion of Season One, the Bayview Four have a very deadly secret. In Season Two we’ll see just how far they’ll go to protect their secret, themselves, and each other.
[via press release from Peacock]
OFFICIAL SEASON 2 TRAILER, SHOW ART AND FIRST LOOK IMAGES
Season 2 of Peacock’s Original Must-Watch Teen Murder Mystery ONE OF US IS LYING to Premiere on Thursday, October 20 With All 8 Episodes Dropping at Launch
📱🔪SIMON SAYS: let the games begin! 📱🔪
Season 2 of One Of Us Is Lying is streaming October 20 on Peacock.
QUOTE FROM WRITER/ SHOWRUNNER / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER ERICA SALEH
A NOTE FROM ERICA SALEH – WRITER/ SHOWRUNNER / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: “When I first read Karen McManus’s novel, I was surprised and thrilled by the mystery. But what I really fell in love with, what made me want to make this show, were the characters. On its surface, One of Us is Lying is a murder mystery, and that part is thrilling to write and (I hope!) thrilling to watch. But, at its heart, this is a character drama about teenagers growing up and finding their way to live more authentic, honest lives. In the first season our heroes began as high school archetypes straight out of The Breakfast Club: The Nerd, The Jock, The Beauty, and The Bad Boy. But after witnessing a classmate die and becoming suspects in his murder, they were forced to become more honest about who they are and what they want. Over the course of the season we peeled back the layers and revealed the real, complex kids fighting to break free of these clichés. Our heroes stood up to their controlling parents, came out of the closet, left toxic relationships, dealt with the stresses of college applications… and, yes, solved a murder. In Season Two, we continue this surprising emotional journey as our kids reckon with the thrill and fear of showing the world who they really are… while hiding a deadly secret and being tortured by the mysterious Simon Says. And we have a ton of juicy, soapy fun while we do it! The most important thing to me in writing a show for teenage audiences, is to put smart, complex, authentic characters on screen, and to take their emotions seriously. Being a teenager is thrilling, and it’s also terrifying. Figuring out who you are, and what you want is confusing and it can feel so so lonely. My greatest hope is that seeing this show will make our young audience feel more seen and less alone – and that it will make them laugh, cry, and scream at the same time. Luckily, these characters are brought to life by an ensemble of breakout stars and we are so excited for more viewers to discover this absurdly talented and gorgeous cast, and fall in love with them, as we have.”
ABOUT ONE OF US IS LYING S2:
· Premiere Date: October 20, 2022
· Logline: Following the heart-pounding conclusion of Season One, the Bayview Four have a very deadly secret. In Season Two we’ll see just how far they’ll go to protect their secret, themselves, and each other.
Peacock’s “The Calling” from David E. Kelley Official First Look Images
The series, formerly known as “The Missing,” is directed and executive produced by Barry Levinson, and co-composed by Hans Zimmer and Steve Mazzaro.
[via press release from Peacock]
THE CALLING (FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE MISSING) OFFICIAL FIRST LOOK IMAGES
All-New Investigative Drama Series From David E. Kelley, directed and executive produced by Barry Levinson, and co-composed by Hans Zimmer and Steve Mazzaro Premieres On Peacock Thursday, November 10 THE CALLING — “The Pursuers” Episode 106 — Pictured: (l-r) Karen Robinson as Captain Kathleen Davies, Michael Mosley as Earl Malzone, Juliana Canfield as Janine Harris, Jeff Wilbusch as Avraham Avraham (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)
THE CALLING — “The Pursuers” Episode 106 — Pictured: (l-r) Juliana Canfield as Janine Harris, Jeff Wilbusch as Avraham Avraham, Karen Robinson as Captain Kathleen Davies (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)THE CALLING — “The Pursuers” Episode 106 — Pictured: Michael Mosley as Earl Malzone– (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)THE CALLING — “Shomer” Episode 105 — Pictured: (l-r) Karen Robinson as Captain Kathleen Davies– (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)
A NOTE FROM DAVID E. KELLEY – SHOWRUNNER, EP AND WRITER
Dror Mishani wrote a riveting and emotionally complicated series of books, the center of which is Avraham. Avi is a deeply mysterious, spiritual and compelling detective unlike any protagonist I’ve encountered before. Jeff Wilbusch brings him to rich and hypnotic life in front of the camera, and behind the camera Barry Levinson is… Barry Levinson. What a privilege to have him at the helm. Add Hans Zimmer to the mix, and the final product is something we hope thrills, moves, and instills a bit of hope in the audience.
ABOUT THE SERIES
ABOUT THE CALLING
THE CALLING tells the story of NYPD Detective Avraham Avraham, whose belief in mankind is his superpower when it comes to uncovering the truth. Guided by a deep sense of spirituality and religious principles, Avraham is left to question his own humanity when a seemingly routine investigation turns upside down.
ABOUT THE SERIES:
Cast: Jeff Wilbusch, Juliana Canfield, Karen Robinson, Michael Mosley
Showrunner / Writer / Executive Producer: David E. Kelley
Executive Producers: Matthew Tinker (Kelley’s producing partner), Jonathan Shapiro, Keshet Studios’ Peter Traugott, Keshet International’s Alon Shrutzman, Keshet Media Group’s Avi Nir, Keshet Broadcasting’s Karni Ziv
Director (multiple episodes, including 101) / Executive Producer: Barry Levinson
Co-Executive Producer: Heather Brewster
Author / Executive Producer: Dror A. Mishani
Co-Composers: Hans Zimmer and Steve Mazzaro
Produced By: Keshet Studios, the U.S. production arm of global content producer and distributor Keshet International, and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studios Group
Format: 8 x 60 min episodes, investigative drama series
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” Streaming Now on Peacock
Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru (Oscar nominee Steve Carell) is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement.
[via press release from Peacock]
STREAMING NOW ON PEACOCK
Stream The #1 Animated Movie of The Year Exclusively on Peacock
Starring Steve Carell, Russell Brand, Taraji P. Henson, Michelle Yeoh and Julie Andrews
ABOUT MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU
From the biggest global animated franchise in history, comes the origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, forged cinema’s most despicable crew and faced off against the most unstoppable criminal force ever assembled in Minions: The Rise of Gru.
Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru (Oscar(R) nominee Steve Carell) is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement.
It’s not going particularly well. When Gru crosses paths with the Minions, including Kevin, Stuart, Bob, and Otto – a new Minion sporting braces and a desperate need to please – this unexpected family joins forces. Together, they build their first lair, design their first weapons, and strive to execute their first missions.
When the infamous supervillain supergroup, the Vicious 6, oust their leader – legendary martial arts fighter Wild Knuckles (Oscar(R) winner Alan Arkin) – Gru, their most devoted fanboy, interviews to become their newest member. The Vicious 6 is not impressed by the diminutive, wannabe villain, but then Gru outsmarts (and enrages) them, and he suddenly finds himself the mortal enemy of the apex of evil. With Gru on the run, the Minions attempt to master the art of kung fu to help save him, and Gru discovers that even bad guys need a little help from their friends.
Featuring more spectacular action than any film in Illumination history and packed with the franchise’s signature subversive humor, Minions: The Rise of Gru stars a thrilling new cast, including, the Vicious 6: Taraji P. Henson as cool and confident leader Belle Bottom, whose chain belt doubles as a lethal disco-ball mace; Jean-Claude Van Damme as the nihilistic Jean Clawed, who’s armed (literally) with a giant robotic claw; Lucy Lawless as Nunchuck, whose traditional nun’s habit hides her deadly nun-chucks; Dolph Lundgren as Swedish roller-skate champion Svengeance, who dispenses his enemies with spin kicks from his spiked skates; and Danny Trejo as Stronghold, whose giant iron hands are both a menace to others and a burden to him.
The film also stars Russell Brand as Young Dr. Nefario, an aspiring mad scientist, Michelle Yeoh as Master Chow, an acupuncturist with mad kung fu skills, and Oscar(R) winner Julie Andrews as Gru’s maddeningly self-absorbed mom.
Steered by the franchise’s original creators, Minions: The Rise of Gru is produced by visionary Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and his longtime collaborators Janet Healy and Chris Renaud. The film is directed by returning franchise filmmaker Kyle Balda (Despicable Me 3, Minions), co-directed by Brad Ableson (The Simpsons) and Jonathan del Val (The Secret Life of Pets films), and features the iconic voice of Pierre Coffin as the Minions and a killer ’70s soundtrack courtesy of legendary Grammy-winning music producer Jack Antonoff. https://www.minionsmovie.com/
CAST & FILMMAKERS:
Cast: Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji P. Henson, Lucy Lawless, Dolph Lundgren, Danny Trejo, Jean-Claude Van Damme, with Julie Andrews, and Alan Arkin
Original Score By: Heitor Pereira
Produced By: Chris Meledandri p.g.a, Janet Healy p.g.a, Chris Renaud p.g.a
Story By: Brian Lynch, Matthew Fogel
Screenplay By: Matthew Fogel
Directed By: Kyle Balda
MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU is the latest addition to Peacock’s growing library of iconic films, with new movies coming from theaters all the time including VENGEANCE, JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION, THE BLACK PHONE, THE BAD GUYS, DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA, THE NORTHMAN, AMBULANCE, FIRESTARTER and THE OUTFIT.
Stream them all now: http://www.peacocktv.com/collections/must-see-movies-on-peacock
Stream Minions: The Rise of Gru https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-movies/minions-rise-of-gru
Peacock Announces Hillary & Chelsea Clinton as First Guests of “The Amber Ruffin Show” Season Three
The series is kicking off its third season with special guests Hillary and Chelsea Clinton Friday, September 30.
[via press release from Peacock]
PEACOCK ANNOUNCES HILLARY & CHELSEA CLINTON AS FIRST GUESTS OF “THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW” SEASON THREE
SEASON THREE PREMIERES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
· Peacock’s THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is kicking off its third season with special guests Hillary and Chelsea Clinton Friday, September 30. Additional episodes will stream October 7, November 4 & 11and December 16 with guests to be announced at a later date.
· THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW showcases Amber’s signature smart and silly take on the week’s news. No matter what’s happening in the world, Amber responds to it with a charming mix of honesty, nonsense, and bowties. THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is a topical late-night show with just the good parts – the comedy & the celebrities.
· Amber Ruffin, Jenny Hagel, Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker serve as Executive Producers. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Sethmaker Shoemeyers Productions.
· Stream Seasons 1 & 2 of THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW on Peacock: HERE Grab your margaritas and get tickets to a live taping of THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW: HERE
ABOUT THE SERIES
ABOUT AMBER RUFFIN
Emmy and WGA Award nominee Amber Ruffin is also a writer and performer for NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” She was the first African American female to write for a late-night network talk show in the U.S. She wrote and performed on Comedy Central’s “Detroiters” and was a regular narrator on the cabler’s “Drunk History.” Ruffin was previously a performer at Boom Chicago in Amsterdam, the iO Theater and the Second City in Chicago. In addition, she was a writer/performer for the 2018 and 2019 Golden Globe Awards, 2022 Tony Awards and has written for the Emmy-Nominated series “A Black Lady Sketch Show.” Ruffin is a New York Times bestselling author, along with her sister Lacey Lamar, of “You’ll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey: Crazy Stories of Racism,” published by Grand Central Publishing. She is currently co-writing the Broadway musical “Some Like it Hot,” which will begin performances this November.
SERIES DESCRIPTION:
THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW showcases Amber’s signature smart and silly take on the week’s news. No matter what’s happening in the world, Amber responds to it with a charming mix of seriousness, nonsense, and bowties. THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is a topical late-night show with just the good parts – the comedy & the celebrities.
ABOUT THE SERIES:
Host: Amber Ruffin
Announcer: Tarik Davis (“Page One”)
Executive Producers: Amber Ruffin, Jenny Hagel, Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker
Produced By: Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Sethmaker Shoemeyers Productions.
