Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution Hulu Originals Fall 2022 Slate





Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution Hulu Originals Fall 2022 Slate
New announcements include the debut of “It’s A Wonderful Binge” on December 9; and the returns of “Dragons: The Nine Realms” on November 17 and “The Croods: Family Tree” on November 25.
[via press release from Hulu]
DMED Hulu Originals Fall 2022 Slate

SERIES

Tell Me Lies
*New Episodes Weekly*
Finale Date: October 26, 2022 (weekly)
Genre: Drama Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: “Tell Me Lies” follows a tumultuous but intoxicating relationship as it unfolds over the course of 8 years. When Lucy Albright (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen DeMarco (Jackson White) meet at college, they are at that formative age when seemingly mundane choices lead the way to irrevocable consequences. Although their relationship begins like any typical campus romance, they quickly fall into an addictive entanglement that will permanently alter not only their lives, but the lives of everyone around them.
Credits: Meaghan Oppenheimer serves as executive producer & showrunner. Emma Roberts, Karah Preiss and Matt Matruski executive produce under their Belletrist Productions banner, Laura Lewis, and Stephanie Noonan executive produce for Rebelle Media, and VICE Studios’ Shannon Gibson and Sam Schlaifer executive produce for Vice-owned Refinery29. Jonathan Levine also serves as executive producer and pilot director. Adapted from Carola Lovering’s novel of the same name, Lovering will serve as a consulting producer.

The Handmaid’s Tale
*New Episodes Weekly*
Finale Date: November 9, 2022
Genre: Drama Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 5
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.
Cast: The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, and Sam Jaeger.
Credits: “The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Skukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.

Best in Dough
Premiere Date: September 19, 2022 (three episodes at launch, then three the next week, and four the final week)
Finale Date: October 3, 2022
Genre: Unscripted Food Series
Rating: TV-PG
Season: 1
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: In a world where there seems to be little agreement on anything, there is one great unifier… the universal love of pizza. “Best In Dough” brings together pizza obsessed competitors from all walks of life to showcase their pizza slinging skills and battle it out for a cash prize. Fire up the oven, the first ever pizza competition is on!
Hosts: “Best in Dough” is hosted by Wells Adams with head judge Chef Daniele Uditi of Pizzana, and features Chef Millie Peartree, comedian and food influencer Eunji Kim and baker Bryan Ford serving as judges.
Credits: “Best In Dough” is executive produced by Alfred Street Industries’ Jane Lipsitz, Dan Cutforth, Nan Strait, Dan Volpe, Cat Sullivan, and Andrew Wallace. Candace Nelson and Vox Media Studios’ Chad Mumm, Mark W. Olsen as well as Majordomo Media’s Dave O’Connor, Chris Ying and Christopher Chen also serve as executive producers.

Reboot
Premiere Date: September 20, 2022 (three episodes at launch, then one weekly)
Finale Date: October 25, 2022
Genre: Comedy Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: Hulu reboots an early 2000’s family sitcom, forcing its dysfunctional cast back together. Now they must deal with their unresolved issues in today’s fast-changing world.
Cast: Keegan-Michael Key, Johnny Knoxville, Judy Greer, Paul Reiser, Rachel Bloom, Calum Worthy, and Krista Marie Yu.
Credits: The series is created by Steven Levitan, who serves as an executive producer alongside Danielle Stokdyk and Jeff Morton. Reboot is produced by Steven Levitan Productions and Twentieth Television.

The Kardashians
Premiere Date: September 22, 2022 (one episode weekly)
Finale Date: November 24, 2022
Genre: Unscripted Docu-Series
Rating: TV-14
Season: 2
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: Cameras return to capture the ever-changing lives of Kris, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall and Kylie. The family welcomes viewers back to stand with them through their biggest triumphs and struggles. From fiery romances and life changing milestones to unimaginable successes. The family bond remains unbreakable as they navigate their public and private lives for the world to see.
Cast: Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner
Credits: Fulwell 73 partner Ben Winston executive produces alongside Emma Conway and Elizabeth Jones with Danielle King serving as showrunner and executive producer.

Power Trip: Those Who Seek Power and Those Who Chase Them
Premiere Date: September 25, 2022 (weekly)
Finale Date: November 13, 2022
Genre: Documentary Series
Season: 1
Episodes:
Synopsis: “Power Trip: Those Who Seek Power and Those Who Chase Them” will present the week’s political news and issues unlike anything on television. Capturing real-world moments and slices of candidate life that viewers don’t normally see, and pulling back the curtain on a premier news operation where viewers can not only get the campaign news, but see how that news is made, “Power Trip” will give Americans a first hand experience of each week’s most important campaign stories as they unfold, and will allow them to not just understand but to feel why they matter.
Credits: “Power Trip: Those Who Seek Power and Those Who Chase Them” is a Hulu original produced by Noble Beast in association with GSP for ABC News Studios. Noble Beast’s Ted Bourne and ABC News’ Heather Riley serve as executive producers of the show. Bourne’s credits include “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth”, “Slow Burn”, “The First 48”, and “Trumped: Inside the Greatest Political Upset of All Time.” Jonathan Greenberger, ABC News vice president and Washington bureau chief, is a key executive contributor to the program, and his team manages the embedded reporters and ABC News’ political coverage. Jennifer Joseph is executive producer of George Stephanopoulos Productions.

Chefs vs. Wild
Premiere Date: September 26, 2022 (two episodes each week)
Finale Date: October 17, 2022
Genre: Food Competition Series
Rating: TV-14
Season: 1
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: Reaching the peak of the culinary world has never been this demanding. In each episode of “Chefs vs. Wild,” two different world class chefs will be dropped into the wilderness where they’ll embark on a grueling and unprecedented mission – survive and forage enough wild ingredients to create a restaurant worthy, five-star meal. Episodes will culminate in the chefs going head-to-head in a “wilderness kitchen,” using their foraged ingredients and ingenuity to create savory dishes and, ultimately, impress the judges.
Hosts: The series is hosted by renowned chef and adventurer Kiran Jethwa. Jethwa will also serves as judge, alongside wild foods expert Valerie Segrest.
Credits: “Chefs vs. Wild” is executive produced by Shawn Witt, Gretchen Palek and Jordana Hochman for Leftfield Pictures, Chad Mumm and Mark W. Olsen for Vox Media Studios, and David Chang, Dave O’Connor, Chris Ying and Christopher C. Chen for Majordomo Media. Stephen Rankin serves as showrunner and executive producer.

Reasonable Doubt
Premiere Date: September 27, 2022 (two at launch, then one weekly)
Finale Date: November 15, 2022
Genre: Drama Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 9
Synopsis: In Reasonable Doubt, you’ll judge Jax Stewart for her questionable ethics and wild interpretations of the law … until you’re the one in trouble. Then you’ll see her for what she is: the most brilliant and fearless defense attorney in Los Angeles who bucks the justice system at every chance she gets.
Cast: Emayatzy Corinealdi, McKinley Freeman, Michael Ealy, Aderinsola Olabode, Thaddeus J. Mixson, Angela Grovey, Tim Jo, Pauletta Washington (recurring), Sean Patrick Thomas (recurring)
Credits: Raamla Mohamed serves as creator, writer and executive producer alongside Kerry Washington and Pilar Savone for Simpson Street, and Larry Wilmore via Wilmore Films. Shawn Holley and Jon Leshay are co-executive producers in addition to Pete Chatmon and Will McDonald. Tamara Gregory, Roger M. Bobb and JoAnne McCool also produce. “Reasonable Doubt” is produced by ABC Signature, a part of Disney Television Studios.

The D’Amelio Show
Premiere Date: September 28, 2022 (two episodes each week)
Finale Date: October 26, 2022
Genre: Unscripted Docu-Series
Rating: TV-14
Season: 2
Episodes: 10
Season Logline: As personal and professional relationships overlap, the D’Amelio family faces new challenges at every turn, from public scandals to maintaining mental health, as they share the truth behind their online lives.
Cast: Marc D’Amelio, Heidi D’Amelio, Dixie D’Amelio, Charli D’Amelio
Credits: Executive produced by Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman on behalf of The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC), an Industrial Media Company, with showrunner Sara Reddy executive producing.

FX’s Reservation Dogs
*New Episodes Weekly*
Finale: September 28, 2022
Genre: Comedy Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 2
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: From co-creators and executive producers Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi, “Reservation Dogs” is a half-hour comedy that follows the exploits of Elora Danan (Devery Jacobs), Bear Smallhill (D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai), Willie Jack (Paulina Alexis) and Cheese (Lane Factor), four Indigenous teenagers in rural Oklahoma. After the death of the fifth member of the Reservation Dogs, the crew took to stealing, scheming and saving in order to vicariously fulfill his dream of reaching the exotic, mysterious and faraway land of California. But after a promising start to their criminal endeavors, including the legendary heist of a Flaming Flamers chips truck, swiping some old lady’s weed edibles and some low-grade grand theft auto, the plan went bust. The gang disbanded, with everyone trying to forge their own paths. Elora ghosted Bear and took off for California with the Rez Dogs’ mortal enemy, Jackie (Elva Guerra), the leader of a rival gang. Abandoned by his closest friend, Bear seeks a male parental figure to teach him how to “be a man” – but his choice of uncles to emulate leaves a lot to be desired. Meanwhile, Willie Jack thinks everything in their town is falling apart because of the curse she cast on Jackie and she’s determined to put that genie back in the bottle. Cheese who, like Willie Jack, decided that Cali wasn’t for him, reunites with his grandmother who isn’t his grandmother. Lucky for the kids, they have the support of their loving and eccentric community of aunties and uncles to see them through, including Bear’s mother Rita (Sarah Podemski), local law enforcement Big (Zahn McClarnon), Elora’s Uncle Brownie (Gary Farmer), Willie Jack’s parents – Dana (Jennifer Podemski) and Leon (Jon Proudstar) – and Spirit aka William Knifeman (Dallas Goldtooth).
Credits: “Reservation Dogs” is co-created by Sterlin Harjo (“Love and Fury,” “Barking Water,” ‘Four Sheets to the Wind”) and Taika Waititi (“Thor: Love and Thunder,” “What We Do in the Shadows,” “Jojo Rabbit”), and executive produced by Harjo, Waititi and Garrett Basch (“What We Do in the Shadows,” “The Night Of”). “Reservation Dogs” is produced by FX Productions.

Ramy
Premiere Date: September 30, 2022 (all-at-once)
Genre: Comedy Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 3
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: Golden Globe(R) Award-winning actor Ramy Youssef returns to Hulu for his critically-acclaimed performance in the Hulu Original comedy series “Ramy.” The series follows first-generation, Egyptian-American Ramy Hassan (Youssef) and his family as they navigate spirituality in their politically-divided New Jersey neighborhood. “Ramy” continues to bring a new perspective to the screen as it explores the challenges of what it’s like to be caught between a religious community who believes life is a moral test, and a millennial generation that doubts an afterlife even exists. In the third season, his family is forced to confront having lived a life dedicated to worldly concerns – and in some cases, lies – while Ramy all but abandons his spiritual journey, instead dedicating himself to him and his uncle’s diamond business.
Cast: The series stars Youssef, Laith Nakli, Hiam Abbass, Amr Waked, May Calamawy, Dave Merheje, Mohammed Amer and Steve Way.
Credits: “Ramy” is written, directed, executive-produced and created by star Ramy Youssef. Other executive producers include Adel Kamal, A24, Christopher Storer, Tyson Bidner, Amir Sulaiman, Jerrod Carmichael, co-creators Ari Katcher and Ryan Welch as well as Kate Thulin. The series is produced by A24.

Rookie Cops
Premiere Date: October 2022 (all-at-once)
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Rating: TV-14
Season: 1
Episodes: 16
Synopsis: A team of first-year recruits at Korea’s elite police academy come together to pursue their hopes and dreams as they each learn what it takes to serve & protect the community.
Cast: Daniel Kang, Chae Soo-bin, Lee Sin-young, Yoo-na Park
Credits: Written by Lee Ha-na, directed by Kim Byung-soo

A Sinister Halloween Scary Opposites Solar Special
Premiere Date: October 3, 2022
Genre: Animated Comedy
Rating: TV-MA
Episode Title: “A Sinister Halloween Scary Opposites Solar Special”
Logline: Sometimes alien life can be spooky. The Solar Opposites do a Halloween Special!

Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers
Finale Date: October 10, 2022 (weekly)
Genre: Documentary Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 10
Series Synopsis: “Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers” captures the remarkable rise and unprecedented success of one of the most dominant and iconic franchises in professional sports. Featuring exclusive access to the Buss Family and probing, revealing interviews with players, coaches, and front office execs, this 10-part documentary series chronicles this extraordinary story from the inside – told only by the people who lived it. When charismatic real estate tycoon Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the Los Angeles Lakers in a wildly risky and complex business deal, nobody could’ve predicted just how much success was to come. Kicking off the “Showtime” era in 1979, the notorious L.A.-playboy pioneered the business of basketball. He raised the price of floor seats, introduced dancers and a live band, opened an exclusive private club inside the arena, and cultivated famous fans in Hollywood. Over the last 40 years, the team captured 11 titles and retired the jerseys of some of the NBA’s most legendary players.
Credits: Lakers CEO and controlling owner Jeanie Buss will executive produce the series alongside director Antoine Fuqua. Other executive producers include Haven Entertainment’s Kevin Mann, Michael Mann and Brendan Bragg, Los Angeles Media Fund’s (LAMF) Jeffrey Soros and Simon Horsman and longtime Lakers senior executive Linda Rambis. Rounding out the team are Emmy Award-winning editors Jake Pushinsky and executive producer/writer Steven Leckart.

The Paloni Show! Halloween Special!
Premiere Date: October 17,2022
Genre: Animated Comedy
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 1
Synopsis: From creator Justin Roiland (“Solar Opposites”), “The Paloni Show! Halloween Special!” introduces Leroy, Reggie, and Cheruce Paloni, who have been given the opportunity of a lifetime to be the hosts of an unforgettable Halloween Special full of “spooky” shorts from a group of up-and-coming animators. Roiland voices Leroy, the oldest sibling in the family. Zach Hadel (“Smiling Friends”) plays Reggie, his short fused, fast talking little brother. Pamela Adlon (“Better Things”) plays Cheruce, the alienated middle child. Vatche Panos voices Little Long Legs, the Paloni’s long-legged young cousin, and Kari Wahlgren voices Aunt Stephanie, the Paloni’s selfish and gullible aunt.
Cast (series regulars): Justin Roiland, Zach Hadel, Pamela Adlon, Vatche Panos, Kari Wahlgren
Executive Producers: Justin Roiland and Ben Bayouth
Credits: “The Paloni Show! Halloween Special!,” is executive produced by Justin Roiland and Ben Bayouth, and produced by 20th Television Animation.

The Hair Tales
Premiere Date: October 22, 2022 (two at launch, then two weekly)
Finale Date: November 5, 2022
Genre: Drama Series
Rating: TV-14
Season: 1
Episodes: 6
Synopsis: The Hair Tales is a dynamic celebration of Black women’s identity, beauty, culture and humanity, uniquely expressed through the stories in our hair. A docu series where 6 diverse phenomenal women – Issa Rae, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, CHIKA, Marsai Martin, Chloe Bailey and Oprah Winfrey lay their intimate hair tales on the table with Tracee Ellis Ross. Surrounded by brilliant voices of academic and cultural leaders, gifted hairdressers, and extraordinary sisters, the series presents a collage of resilience, style and purpose.
Cast: Issa Rae, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Chika, Marsai Martin, Chlöe Bailey, Oprah Winfrey and hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross
Credits: “The Hair Tales” is produced by Culture House, Joy Mill Entertainment, Tetravision and Harpo Films. Oprah Winfrey, Tracee Ellis Ross, Michaela angela Davis, Tara Duncan, Raeshem Nijhon, and Carri Twigg serve as executive producers. Concept by Michaela angela Davis. Developed By Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela angela Davis

FX’s The Patient
*New Episodes Weekly*
Finale Date: October 25, 2022
Genre: Limited Series
Rating: TV-MA
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: Therapist, Alan Strauss, is held prisoner by a patient, Sam Fortner, who reveals himself to be a serial killer. Sam has an unusual therapeutic demand for Alan: curb his homicidal urges. In order to survive, Alan must unwind Sam’s disturbed mind and stop him from killing again but Sam refuses to address critical topics, like his mother Candace. Alone in captivity, Alan excavates his own past through memories of his old therapist, Charlie, and grapples with waves of his own repressed troubles — the recent death of his wife, Beth, and the painful estrangement from his religious son, Ezra. Over the course of his imprisonment, Alan uncovers not only how deep Sam’s compulsion runs, but also how much work he has to do to repair the rift in his own family.
Credits: Joel Fields and Joe Weisberg are Executive Producers and wrote The Patient, and Steve Carell will serve as an Executive Producer along with Caroline Moore, Victor Hsu and Chris Long. The 10-episode limited series is produced by FX Productions.

FX’s Fleishman Is in Trouble
Premiere Date: November 2022
Genre: Limited Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: “Fleishman Is in Trouble” is the story of recently divorced 41-year-old “Toby Fleishman” (Jesse Eisenberg), who dives into the brave new world of app-based dating with the kind of success he never had dating in his youth, before he got married at the tail end of medical school. But just at the start of his first summer of sexual freedom, his ex-wife, “Rachel” (Claire Danes), disappears, leaving him with 11-year-old “Hannah” (Meara Mahoney Gross) and 9-year-old “Solly” (Maxim Swinton) and no hint of where she is or whether she plans to return. As he balances parenting, the return of old friends “Libby” (Lizzy Caplan) and “Seth” (Adam Brody), a potential promotion at the hospital that is a long time coming – and all the eligible women that Manhattan has to offer – he realizes that he’ll never be able to figure out what happened to “Rachel” until he can finally face what happened to their marriage in the first place.
Cast: The series stars Jesse Eisenberg, Claire Danes, Lizzy Caplan, Adam Brody, Meara Mahoney Gross and Maxim Swinton.
Credits: The series was created for television by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, who adapts from her acclaimed novel and executive produces alongside Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly and Susannah Grant of Sage Lane Productions. Valerie Faris & Jonathan Dayton (“Little Miss Sunshine,” “Battle of the Sexes”) also executive produce as well as direct multiple episodes across the series. “Fleishman Is in Trouble” is produced by ABC Signature.

Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne
Premiere Date: November 18, 2022 (all-at-once)
Genre: Docuseries
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 6
Synopsis: Cara is an actress, one of the world’s most photographed people and an award-winning LGBTQ+ icon. On this immersive journey, she puts her mind and body on the line in search of answers regarding human sexuality, its joys, mysteries, and constantly changing nature. In every episode, she shares her own personal experiences. Uniquely unfiltered and authentic, there’s no limit on how far Cara’s willing to go to explore what makes us all human.
Host: Cara Delevingne
Credits: “Planet Sex” is executive produced by Naked Television’s Simon Andraea, Milkshake Production’s Cara Delevingne, Katharine Dart and Fiona Caldwell.

Welcome to Chippendales
Premiere Date: November 22, 2022 (2 episodes at launch; then one each week)
Genre: Limited Series
Rating: TV-MA
Season: 1
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: A sprawling true-crime saga, “Welcome to Chippendales” tells the outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping empire – and let nothing stand in his way in the process.
Cast: The series stars series regulars Kumail Nanjiani, Murray Bartlett, Juliette Lewis, and Annaleigh Ashford, with recurring guest stars Quentin Plair, Robin de Jesús, and Andrew Rannells and guest stars Nicola Peltz Beckham and Dan Stevens.
Credits: Robert Siegel and Nanjiani executive produce alongside Dylan Sellers, Jenni Konner, Matt Shakman, Emily V. Gordon, Nora Silver and Rajiv Joseph, who will write on the series along with Mehar Sethi. Siegel and Konner serve as co-showrunners and Shakman will direct. Jacqui Rivera is co-executive producer and Annie Wyman is co-producer.

FILMS

Hellraiser
Premiere Date: October 7, 2022
Genre: Film
Rating: R
Synopsis: A reimagining of Clive Barker’s 1987 horror classic in which a young woman struggling with addiction comes into possession of an ancient puzzle box, unaware that its purpose is to summon the Cenobites, a group of sadistic supernatural beings from another dimension.
Cast: Odessa A’zion (“Grand Army”), Jamie Clayton (“The L Word: Generation Q,” “Sense8”), Adam Faison(“Everything’s Gonna Be Okay,” “Yes Day”), Drew Starkey (“Outer Banks,” “The Devil All the Time”), Brandon Flynn (“Ratched,” “13 Reasons Why”), Aoife Hinds (“The Long Call,” “Normal People”), Jason Liles (“Stereoscope,” “Rampage”), Yinka Olorunnife (“The Transporter”), Selina Lo (“Boss Level,” “Q8 Unleashed”), Zachary Hing (“Halo”), Kit Clarke (“Leonardo”), with Goran Visnjic (“The Boys,” “Timeless”) and Hiam Abbass (“Succession,” “Blade Runner 2049”).
Credits: A Hulu Original, in association with Spyglass Media Group, the film reunites Director David Bruckner, Screenwriters Ben Collins & Luke Piotrowski, Writer/Producer David S. Goyer and Producer Keith Levine, all of whom were teamed on 2020’s “The Night House,” along with Producers Clive Barker and Marc Toberoff and Executive Producers Gary Barber, Peter Oillataguerre and Todd Williams. Chris Stone and Gracie Wheelan serve as co-producers.

Rosaline
Premiere Date: October 14, 2022
Genre: Film
Rating: PG-13
Synopsis: “Rosaline” is a fresh and comedic twist on Shakespeare’s classic love story “Romeo & Juliet,” told from the perspective of Juliet’s cousin Rosaline (Kaitlyn Dever), who also happens to be Romeo’s recent love interest. Heartbroken when Romeo (Kyle Allen) meets Juliet (Isabela Merced) and begins to pursue her, Rosaline schemes to foil the famous romance and win back her guy. Directed by Karen Maine (“Yes, God, Yes”), the film also stars Sean Teale (“Skins”), with Minnie Driver (“Speechless”) and Bradley Whitford (“The Handmaid’s Tale”). The screenplay is by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber (“500 Days of Summer”), based on the novel “When You Were Mine” by Rebecca Serle.
Cast: Kaitlyn Dever, Kyle Allen, Sean Teale, Minnie Driver, Bradley Whitford
Credits: The producers are Shawn Levy, Dan Cohen and Dan Levine, with Kaitlyn Dever, Scott Neustadter, Michael H. Weber, Whitney Brown, Emily Morris and Becca Edelman serving as executive producers.

Grimcutty
Premiere Date: October 10, 2022
Genre: Film
Rating: TV-MA
Synopsis: In this modern creature feature, a scary internet meme called “Grimcutty” stirs up panic amongst all the parents in town, convinced it’s making their kids harm themselves and others. When a real-life version of Grimcutty starts attacking teen Asha Chaudry (Sara Wolfkind), her parents believe that she’s cutting herself as part of a challenge. With her phone taken away and no one who believes her, Asha has to figure out how to get through to her parents and stop the Grimcutty once and for all. The film stars Sara Wolfkind, Usman Ally, Shannyn Sossamon, Callan Farris, Alona Tal, and Kayden Koshalev.
Cast: Sara Wolfkind, Usman Ally, Shannyn Sossamon, Callan Farris, Alona Tal, Kayden Koshalev
Credits: Grimcutty is written and directed by John William Ross. Executive producers include David Worthen Brooks, Arbi Pedrossian, and Jenna Cavelle with production services by producers Dawn Fanning Moore and David Moore through their production company Capture. The film is developed and produced by 20th Digital Studio.

Matriarch
Premiere Date: October 21, 2022
Genre: Film
Rating: TV-MA
Synopsis: After an overdose nearly takes her life, Laura Birch (Jemima Rooper) escapes from the high-stakes pressure of the advertising world to return to her roots. Accepting an invitation home from her estranged mother (Kate Dickie), Laura hopes the time away in the secluded English village will help calm the demons raging inside of her. She soon discovers that the locals of the town are all protecting an unspeakably dark secret – a secret that involves not only her mother but her own terrifying destiny as well. The film stars Jemima Rooper, Kate Dickie, Sarah Paul, Franc Ashman, and Keith David Bartlett
Cast: Jemima Rooper, Katie Dickie, Franc Ashman, Keith David Bartlett
Credits: Matriarch was written and directed by Ben Steiner. Executive producers include David Worthen Brooks, Arbi Pedrossian, and Jenna Cavelle with production services by Sharp House producers Ian Sharp and Eoin O’Faolain, and co-producer Alexa Waugh. The film is developed and produced by 20th Digital Studio.

God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty
Premiere Date: November 1, 2022
Genre: Film
Rating: TV-MA
Synopsis: A Miami pool boy finds himself trapped in a seven-year affair with a charming older woman and her husband, the Evangelical Trump stalwart Jerry Falwell Jr, as he becomes increasingly entangled with the Falwell’s seemingly perfect lives.
Credits: “God Forbid” is executive produced by Adam McKay and Todd Schulman of HyperObject, and Alfred Spellman and Billy Corben for Rakontur. Corben is directing.

It’s A Wonderful Binge
Premiere Date: December 9, 2022 (New Announcement)
Genre: Film
Rating: TV-MA
Synopsis: Like the original film, the sequel is set in a near future where all drinking and drugs are banned except for on one glorious day known as The Binge. This year, that day happens to miraculously land on Christmas. The new holiday adventure will feature magical storybooks, catchy songs, stop-motion animation… and drugs! Lots of them! Merry Bingemas!
Cast: Eduardo Franco, Dexter Darden, Zainne Saleh, Marta Piekarz, Danny Trejo, Tony Cavalero, Nick Swardson, Kaitlin Olson, Tim Meadows, Paul Scheer, Patty Guggenheim, Esteban Benito, Eileen Galindo, Karen Maruyama.
Credits: IT’S A WONDERFUL BINGE is written and directed by Jordan VanDina. IT’S A WONDERFUL BINGE is produced by Jeremy Garelick, Will Phelps, Ryan Bennett and Molle DeBartolo for American High, and Mickey Liddell and Pete Shilaimon for LD Entertainment. LD Entertainment’s Michael Glassman is also on board as an executive producer, as is Andrew Reyes.

KIDS

Abominable and the Invisible City
Premiere Date: October 5, 2022
Genre: Kids Series
Rating: TV-G
Season: 1
Episodes: 10
Synopsis: “Abominable and the Invisible City”is a comedy adventure series that continues the wild and wooly fun of DreamWorks Animation’s “Abominable.” Through Everest the yeti, Yi, Jin, and Peng know that there’s a whole magical world out there, and now it’s even closer than they think! When they discover that their surroundings are teeming with magical creatures in need of their help, the kids will set out on extraordinary and heartfelt adventures throughout their city and beyond.
Cast: Chloe Bennet as “Yi”, Tenzing Norgay Trainor as “Jin”, Ethan Loh as “Peng”, Michelle Wong as “Mei”, Karen Huie as “Nai Nai”, Darin De Paul as “Everest”, Alan Cumming as “Burnish”
Credits: Executive Producer: Jim Schumann; Co-Executive Producer: Katherine Nolfi; Story Editors: Tiffany Lo and Ethel Lung; Produced by: DreamWorks Animation

Dragons: The Nine Realms
Premiere Date: November 17, 2022 (New Announcement)
Genre: Kids Series
Rating: TV-G
Season: 4
Episodes: 6
Synopsis: The adventure continues as the Dragon Riders venture into the beautiful Ice Realm and discover a new world filled with unique dragons and dangers! Tom continues his search to learn more about Thunder’s family and Buzzsaw becomes even more of a problem having discovered an entrance to the Hidden World. Pushed to their limits, the Riders traverse blizzards, endure freezing temperatures and even face a snow volcano as the researchers at ICARIS come dangerously close to discovering the dragons the Riders are trying so hard to protect.
Cast: The series stars Jeremy Shada as Tom Kullersen, Ashley Liao as Jun Wong, Marcus Scribner as D’Angelo Baker, Aimee Garcia as Alexandra Gonzalez, Julia Stiles as Olivia Kullersen, Lauren Tom as May Wong, Keston John as Philip Baker, Pavar Snipe as Angela Baker, Justina Machado as Carla Gonzalez, Angelique Cabral as Hazel Gonzalez, D’Arcy Carden as Linda and Carrie Keranen as Wilma Sledkin, Haley Joel Osment as Buzzsaw and Vincent Tong as Eugene
Credits: John Tellegen is executive producer and showrunner. Chuck Austen and Henry Gilroy are executive producers, and Beth Sleven is supervising producer.

The Croods: Family Tree
Premiere Date: November 25, 2022 (New Announcement)
Genre: Kids Series
Rating: TV-Y7
Season: 5
Episodes: 6
Synopsis: It’s a blast from the past when the Croods find a man frozen in a block of ice, they thaw him and discover he was an old flame of Gran’s! When Grug saves Hope’s life during a dangerous mountain-side tartichoke harvest, rather than feeling grateful, Hope is desperate to save Grug’s life in return in order to not be indebted to him. And determined to show Hope that she’s just as good a cook, Ugga decides to cook a meal that will wow the farm residents. But when Ugga realizes she’s out of her element, she turns to an unlikely place for help: the punch monkeys.
Cast: The series stars Kiff Vandenheuvel as Grug, Amy Landecker as Ugga, Ally Dixon as Eep, AJ Locascio as Thunk, Artemis Pebdani as Gran, Dee Bradley Baker as Sandy, Darin Brooks as Guy, Matthew Waterson as Phil, Amy Rosoff as Hope and Kelly Marie-Tran as Dawn.
Credits: The series is executive produced by Mark Banker (“Go, Dog. Go!; The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants”) and Todd Grimes (“The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants, “Star Wars: Detours”).



“The Handmaid’s Tale” Renewed for Sixth and Final Season





“The Handmaid’s Tale” Renewed for Sixth and Final Season
Hulu’s award-winning, hit drama series, “The Handmaid’s Tale” has been renewed for a sixth and final season ahead of its season five premiere. In addition to season six of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Bruce Miller (creator, showrunner and executive producer) is actively developing “The Testaments,” a follow-up to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” which picks up years later.

Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, “The Handmaid’s Tale” remains increasingly relevant nearly 40 years after its initial publication. In 2017, Hulu made history as the first streaming service to win a Primetime Emmy® Award in the Best Series category when the program took home the award for Outstanding Drama Series. Since then, the series has been the recipient of numerous accolades including a combined 15 Emmy® Awards, and the prestigious Peabody Award.

“It has been a true honor to tell the story of Margaret Atwood’s groundbreaking novel and chillingly relevant world, and we are thrilled to bring viewers a sixth and final season of The Handmaid’s Tale,” said Bruce Miller, creator, showrunner and executive producer. “We are grateful to Hulu and MGM for allowing us to tell this story, which unfortunately has remained as relevant as ever throughout its run, and are in awe of our incredible fans for their unwavering support, and without whom we never would have gotten to this point.”

Said Craig Erwich, President, ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals: “Five years ago, almost to the day, “The Handmaid’s Tale” made history when it became the first show to win an Emmy for a streaming service. In the time since, it has been a privilege and pleasure to work with some of the finest creative talent in our industry on this show – a distinct and exceptional group of people who continue to produce the highest quality television that has made and continues to make significant cultural impact. Bruce, Warren, Lizzie and the entire team at MGM have been amazing partners, and we hope fans enjoy these last two seasons.”

The fifth season premieres with two episodes on Wednesday, September 14th on Hulu.

In the fifth season, June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.

The fifth season stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel and Sam Jaeger.

“The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Shukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.

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TRAILER & KEY ART DEBUT: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five





TRAILER & KEY ART DEBUT: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five

Hulu has debuted the official trailer and key art for the fifth season of “The Handmaid’s Tale.” The new season returns with two episodes on September 14th. New episodes stream Wednesdays.

SEASON SYNOPSIS: June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.

SERIES SYNOPSIS: Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. Offred (Elizabeth Moss), one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife.

STARRING (series regulars): The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, Sam Jaeger.

CREDITS: “The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Shukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.

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NEW TEASER: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five





NEW TEASER: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five

Check out Hulu’s teaser for the upcoming fifth season of “The Handmaid’s Tale.” The critically acclaimed series returns on Wednesday, September 14th. New episodes stream Wednesdays.

SYNOPSIS: June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.

CAST: The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, Sam Jaeger.

CREDITS: “The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Skukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.

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First Look & Date Announcement: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five





First Look & Date Announcement: Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Five

Hulu has revealed a first look of the upcoming fifth season of “The Handmaid’s Tale.” The critically acclaimed series will return on September 14th with two episodes. New episodes stream Wednesdays on Hulu.

SYNOPSIS: June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.

CAST: The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, Sam Jaeger.

CREDITS: “The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Skukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.

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Upcoming DVD Releases





COMING ON 2/8:
* The Beatles: Get Back (Disney)
$27.99 SRP DVD; $34.99 SRP Blu-ray Collector’s Set

EXTRAS: Blu-ray special packaging includes collector’s cards
—–Directed by three-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson (“The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “They Shall Not Grow Old”), “The Beatles: Get Back” is a three-part documentary series that takes audiences back in time to the band’s intimate recording sessions during a pivotal moment in music history. 3-disc set in either format.
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COMING ON 3/27:
* Saturday Night Live – The Complete First 5 Seasons: 1975-1980 (Time Life)
$249.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: Exclusive bonus features, behind-the-scenes footage, screen tests with the entire original cast, and television interviews with the cast and showrunner Lorne Michaels. 28-Page Collector’s Book telling the story of the show and all of your favorite “Not Ready For Primetime Players”. BONUS DVD of Mr. Bill Classics digitally remastered from the original Super-8 and 16mm films.
—–“Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!” The first five years of Saturday Night Live featured some of the most beloved cast members of all time, including Chevy Chase, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Garrett Morris, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, Jane Curtin, and Laraine Newman…the “Not Ready For Prime Time Players.” They set the stage for some of the most hilarious television comedy, and it was all live! Now the best of the original cast is available unlike ever before. They’re still not ready for prime time, but now you can watch them any time! This 38-DVD Collector’s Set Includes: Every episode of Seasons 1-5, complete and uncut. That’s 106 episodes in total! All-time classic sketches including “Land Shark,” “Word Association,” “The Killer Bees,” “Super Bass-o-Matic,” “Weekend Update,” “The Franken and Davis Show,” “Olympia Café,” “The French Chef,” and so many more. Iconic characters including Coneheads, Samurai, Emily Litella, Chevy Chase as President Ford, Shower Mike, The Blues Brothers, Baba Wawa, Nick the Lounge Singer, The Wild and Crazy Festrunk Brothers, The Loud Family, Buck Henry’s Uncle Roy, and more! Unforgettable guest hosts including Candice Bergen, George Carlin, Rodney Dangerfield, Carrie Fisher, Buck Henry, Madeline Kahn, Robert Klein, Walter Matthau, Richard Pryor, Steve Martin, The Rolling Stones, Paul Simon, Lily Tomlin, Frank Zappa and more!
NOTE: these seem to be the same 37 discs released in 7-disc and 8-disc SNL season sets between 2006 and 2009, along with the film shorts from the 2000 single-disc release of “Ohh Nooo! Mr. Bill’s Classics.” This is being made available in one big collection for fans who missed those previous DVD releases.

* In Their Own Words – Season 2 (PBS)
$34.99 SRP DVD

—–In Their Own Words is a powerful and intimate journey into the lives and minds of some of the most compelling icons of our time. Pope Francis: The incredible life of a man who is well on his way to shaking up one of the oldest institutions on the globe. Chuck Berry: The complicated path, unmatched talent, and iconic music of the true father of rock ‘n’ roll. Diana, Princess of Wales: The inspirational journey of a woman who defied expectations to become one of the most impactful icons in history. President Jimmy Carter: The outsider who fought his way to the most powerful office in the world, and his quest to better the lives of millions. Elon Musk: The bullied boy, the innovator, the rocket scientist who bet it all to make his dreams come true. Angela Merkel: A leader who overcame repression, opposition, attacks and sexism to change the course of world history. Uses a fresh and innovative combination of interviews, archival footage, and state-of-the-art graphics. 2-disc set.
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COMING ON 4/5:
* CSI: Vegas – Season 1 (ViacomCBS)
$24.95 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: 3 Featurettes; Deleted scenes
—–A new threat has enshrouded the neon streets of Sin City, and it’s going to take some familiar faces to stare it down. William Petersen and Jorja Fox return to the roles they made famous – and to the crime drama that made CBS history – in CSI: Vegas. Together can they prevent the perpetrator from bringing down the whole CSI crime lab? Old friends meet new enemies – and the latest forensic techniques – in CSI: Vegas.
NOTE: this has been announced for DVD format only

* The Handmaid’s Tale – Season 4 (MGM/Warner)
$19.98 SRP DVD

—–June (Elisabeth Moss) strikes back against Gilead as a fierce rebel leader, but the risks she takes bring unexpected and dangerous new challenges. Her quest for justice and revenge threatens to consume her, and destroy her most cherished relationships. Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. Offred (Moss), one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife. The series also stars Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski, Samira Wiley, Alexis Bledel, Ann Dowd, Max Minghella, Madeline Brewer, O-T Fagbenle, Amanda Brugel, Bradley Whitford, and Sam Jaeger. Mckenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Designated Survivor, Fuller House, Young Sheldon) appears as Esther Keyes, a farmer and the teenage wife of an older Commander. 3-disc set.
NOTE: this has been announced for DVD format only

* Before We Die – Season 1 (PBS)
$39.99 SRP DVD

—–When Detective Inspector Hannah Laing kisses her married lover Sean Hardacre goodbye one morning, she never imagines it will be the last time she will see her fellow detective alive. But Sean goes missing and his body is recovered the following day. Determined to find whoever is responsible, Hannah accesses one of Sean’s confidential contacts and persuades ‘Issy’ to help her with Sean’s investigation into a Croatian family, the Mimicas, who are using their restaurant to launder drug money. Forced to operate undercover for fear of a leak at police HQ, Hannah and her new partner Billy Murdoch uncover a daring plot by the Mimicas to smuggle an enormous quantity of cocaine into the country. But when Hannah also discovers Issy’s identity, she realizes there is far more at stake than bringing Sean’s killers to justice. 2-disc set.
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COMING ON 5/10:
* Robocop: The Series – The Complete Series (Liberation Hall Music & Movies)
$49.95 SRP DVD; $59.95 SRP Blu-ray

EXTRAS: ‘Behind the Scenes’ featurette | Toy commercial | Photo gallery | Cast profiles for actors Richard Eden, Lisa Madigan, Andrea Roth, Sarah Campbell & David Gardner | ‘From Cinema to the Small Screen’ featurette | ‘The Future of Law Enforcement: The History of RoboCop’ featurette | ‘Put Down Your Weapon: The Auto 9 Gun’ featurette | ‘The Car’ featurette | ‘The Suit’ featurette
—–In 1994, after three films in the franchise, the popular sci-fi action character RoboCop debuted in his own television series. Produced by Canada’s Skyvision Entertainment, RoboCop: The Series starred Richard Eden in the title role. An 89-minute pilot aired in two parts in March, followed by 21 one-hour episodes. Aimed at a younger audience, the series dialed back the graphic violence of the first two movies, and displayed a tone similar in feel to RoboCop 3. Many of the events and plotlines seen in the films were discarded, with RoboCop: The Series acting as a reset for the once human, now cyborg police officer. The series’ theme song, “A Future to This Life,” was performed by rock legends Joe Walsh and Lita Ford. Additionally, the series included songs by the Band, Dave Edmunds, Nicky Hopkins, Iron Butterfly, KC and the Sunshine Band, and Todd Rundgren, among others. Both the Blu-ray and DVD box sets feature the pilot film, all 21 original episodes, and bonus features. Source material for the Blu-ray was taken from original vault elements and is now formatted for 16:9 screens. The DVD is presented in its original 4:3 size as a “pillar box” (black bars on the left and right) to fit 16:9 screens. 5-disc set in either format.
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DATE NOT YET ANNOUNCED:
* Doctor Who – Colin Baker: The Complete Season 1 (BBC)
$69.99 SRP Blu-ray

EXTRAS (subject to change): Brand New Documentaries Including a Making-Of documentary for The Two Doctors, and a nostalgic trip back for Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant to Season 22’s filming locations; In Conversation: Not one but THREE insightful feature-length interviews, with Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant and a surprise guest; Behind The Sofa: New episodes with actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Terry Molloy, Peter Davison, Janet Fielding, Sarah Sutton, Sylvester McCoy and Wendy Padbury; Extended Episodes: Including Vengeance On Varos, The Two Doctors (Part One) and Revelation Of The Daleks (Part One); A Fix With Sontarans: The Doctor and Tegan battle the Sontarans in this special mini-episode; Updated Special Effects: View Timelash with optional new effects; Exclusive New Audio Commentaries: With Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Alexei Sayle & Terry Molloy on Revelation Of The Daleks and Colin Baker, Janet Fielding & Gareth Jenkins on A Fix With Sontarans; Immersive 5.1 Surround Sound: On Attack Of The Cybermen, Vengeance On Varos and Revelation Of The Daleks; The Eternal Mystery: A brand new mini-episode of classic Doctor Who; Studio Footage: Rare behind-the-scenes material from Vengeance On Varos, The Two Doctors, Timelash and Revelation Of The Daleks; Convention Footage: Featuring actors Colin Baker and Jacqueline Pearce alongside producer John Nathan-Turner; Rare Gems From The Archives: BBC archive material including The Colin Baker Years, plus content covering the promotion of the season and the controversial hiatus; Radio Serial: Slipback, a six-part radio adventure; HD Photo Galleries: Including many previously unseen images; Info Text: Behind-the-scenes information and trivia on every episode; Scripts, Costume Designs, Rare BBC Production Files and other rarities from the PDF Archive; The eight-disc box set also includes hours of special features previously released on DVD.
—–Across an action-packed season of double-length episodes, Colin Baker’s Doctor and companion Peri (Nicola Bryant) face off against a host of classic monsters and villains, including Daleks, Cybermen, Sontarans, Davros (Terry Molloy) and The Master (Anthony Ainley)…as well as introducing new female nemesis The Rani (Kate O’Mara) and the villainous slug-like Sil (Nabil Shaban). Also returning is Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor, and his companion Jamie (Frazer Hines). Includes the following stories from 1985: Attack of the Cybermen, Vengeance on Varos, The Mark of the Rani, The Two Doctors, Timelash, Revelation of the Daleks. 8-disc set.
NOTE: A specially shot U.K. announcement trailer has debuted on the Doctor Who YouTube channel, written by new series contributor Pete McTighe (Kerblam! and Praxeus) and featuring Nicola Bryant back as Peri: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dspgDvP7pA8



Hulu Announces “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Four Performance





Hulu Announces “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Four Performance
The season four finale, which debuted on Wednesday, June 16, was the most watched episode of any series on Hulu on premiere day.
[via press release from Hulu]
HANDMAID’S TALE SEASON 4 PERFORMANCE

· The Handmaid’s Tale was the most watched series on Hulu every week throughout season four which launched in April. (including Originals and non-Originals)

· The Handmaid’s Tale season four finale, which debuted on Wednesday, June 16, was the most watched episode of any series on Hulu on premiere day.

· The Handmaid’s Tale has grown in viewership season over season, every season, with season three to season four viewership up 32%.



HULU ORIGINALS SUMMER 2021 SLATE





HULU ORIGINALS SUMMER 2021 SLATE

FILMS AND DOCUMENTARIES

PLAN B
Premiere Date: May 28, 2021

Genre: Comedy Film
Synopsis: After a regrettable first sexual encounter, a strait-laced high school student (Kuhoo Verma) and her slacker best friend (Victoria Moroles) have 24 hours to hunt down a Plan B pill in America’s heartland.
Cast: Victoria Moroles, Kuhoo Verma, Michael Provost, Myha’la Herrold, Mason Cook, Timothy Granderos, Edi Patterson, Moses Storm, Jay Chandrasekhar.
Filmmakers: Directed by Natalie Morales and written by Prathi Srinivasan and Joshua Levy. Produced by Ryan Bennett, Jeremy Garelick, Josh Heald, Dina Hillier, Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Matt Lottman. American High serves as the studio.

CHANGING THE GAME
Premiere Date: June 1, 2021

Genre: Documentary Feature
Synopsis: Emmy® award-winning filmmaker Michael Barnett’s urgent and subsuming sports documentary illuminates what many have called the civil rights issue of our time: transgender inclusion in sports. “Changing The Game” takes us into the lives of three high school athletes—all at different stages of their athletic seasons, personal lives, and unique paths as transgender teens. Their stories span across the U.S. — from Sarah, a skier and teen policymaker in New Hampshire, to Andraya, a track star in Connecticut openly competing on the girls track team. The film centers on Mack Beggs, who made headlines when he became the Texas State Champion in girls wrestling – as a boy.
Subjects: Mack Beggs, Andraya Yearwood, Sarah Rose Huckman.
Crew: “Changing the Game” is directed by Michael Barnett and produced by Clare Tucker and Alex Schmider. Chris Mosier serves as executive producer. Music for the film is composed by Tyler Strickland.

THE NEW YORK TIMES PRESENTS: WHO GETS TO BE AN INFLUENCER?
Premiere Date: June 4, 2021

Genre: Documentary Feature
Synopsis: “Who Gets To Be an Influencer?,” from The New York Times and producer/director Lora Moftah, chronicles the rise of Collab Crib, one of the first mainstream Black creator mansion, exclusively documenting their whirlwind drive to achieve social media stardom in 90 days. The intimate, character-based film captures the influencers wrestling with a nagging, and profound, challenge: how can they succeed in a nascent industry that seems tilted to their disadvantage? For a growing number of Gen Z’ers, the quest to become a social-media influencer isn’t just a passing fad: this is their preferred path to making it big. And for Black creators, the stakes and hurdles are even higher in a social-media ecosystem that has been dominated by white influencers.

FALSE POSITIVE
Premiere Date: June 25, 2021

Genre: Horror/Thriller Film
Synopsis: After months of trying and failing to get pregnant, Lucy (Ilana Glazer) and Adrian (Justin Theroux) finally find their dream fertility doctor in the illustrious Dr. Hindle (Pierce Brosnan). But after becoming pregnant with a healthy baby girl, Lucy begins to notice something sinister through Hindle’s gleaming charm, and she sets out to uncover the unsettling truth about him, and her own “birth story.” As if getting pregnant weren’t complicated enough…
Cast: Ilana Glazer, Justin Theroux, Pierce Brosnan, Sophia Bush, Gretchen Mol, Josh Hamilton, Lucy Walters, Sabina Gadecki, Kelly AuCoin, Taylor Ortega, Francesca Faridany, Zainab Jah, Sullivan Jones, S.J. Son, Nils Lawton.
Filmmakers: Directed by John Lee and written by Ilana Glazer and John Lee. Produced by Ilana Glazer, John Lee, and Jonathan Wang. A24 serves as the studio.

SUMMER OF SOUL (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
Premiere Date: July 2, 2021

Genre: Documentary Feature
Synopsis: In his acclaimed debut as a filmmaker, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson presents a powerful and transporting documentary—part music film, part historical record created around an epic event that celebrated Black history, culture and fashion. Over the course of six weeks in the summer of 1969, just one hundred miles south of Woodstock, The Harlem Cultural Festival was filmed in Marcus Garvey Park. The footage was never seen and largely forgotten–until now. “Summer of Soul” shines a light on the importance of history to our spiritual well-being and stands as a testament to the healing power of music during times of unrest, both past and present. The feature includes never-before-seen concert performances by Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly & the Family Stone, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Ray Baretto, Abbey Lincoln & Max Roach and more. Summer of Soul premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won both the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award. Together with Disney’s new BIPOC creator initiative Onyx Collective, Searchlight Pictures will release it theatrically and it will also stream on Hulu.
Filmmakers: Directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and produced by Joseph Patel, p.g.a., Robert Fyvolent, p.g.a., David Dinerstein, p.g.a.

MCCARTNEY 3,2,1
Premiere Date: July 16, 2021

Genre: Docuseries
Episodes: 6
Synopsis: Paul McCartney sits down for a rare in-depth one-on-one with legendary producer Rick Rubin to discuss his groundbreaking work with The Beatles, the emblematic 70s arena rock of Wings and his 50 years and counting as a solo artist. In this six-episode series that explores music and creativity in a unique and revelatory manner, join Paul and Rick for an intimate conversation about the songwriting, influences, and personal relationships that informed the iconic songs that have served as the soundtracks of our lives.
Subjects: Paul McCartney and Rick Ruben
Director: Zachary Heinzerling
Crew: Executive produced by Paul McCartney, Rick Rubin, Scott Rodger, Peter Berg, Matthew Goldberg, Brandon Carroll, Jeff Pollack, Frank Marshall and Ryan Suffern with Leila Mattimore serving as co-executive producer.

HOMEROOM
Premiere Date: August 12, 2021 (New Announcement)

Genre: Documentary Feature
Synopsis: A Sundance Official Selection, “Homeroom” follows Oakland High School’s class of 2020 as they confront an unprecedented year. Anxiety over test scores and college applications gives way to uncertainty springing from a rapidly developing pandemic. Efforts to eliminate the school district’s police force unfold against the backdrop of growing nationwide demands for systemic change.
Credits: Directed by Peter Nicks, produced by Nicks and Sean Havey and executive produced by Ryan Coogler. A Concordia Studio, Open’hood production, in association with XTR and Proximity Media. Additional executive producers include Laurene Powell Jobs, Davis Guggenheim, Nicole Stott, Jonathan Silberberg, Jen Rainin, Tony Hsieh, Bryn Mooser, and Kathryn Everett.

SERIES

LOVE, VICTOR
Premiere Date: June 11, 2021

Genre: Young Adult Series
Season: 2
Episodes: 10 (Binge)
Synopsis: The popular teen dramedy returns as season two finds a newly out-of-the-closet Victor entering his junior year at Creekwood High. But being out brings with it new challenges as Victor faces a family struggling with his revelation, a heartbroken ex-girlfriend in Mia, and the difficulties of being an openly gay star athlete — all while navigating the excitement of his relationship with Benji.
Cast: Michael Cimino, Rachel Hilson, Anthony Turpel, Bebe Wood, Mason Gooding, George Sear, Isabella Ferreira, Mateo Fernandez, James Martinez, Ana Ortiz.
Filmmakers: The film’s original writers Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger serve as executive producers alongside Brian Tanen, Jason Ensler, Isaac Klausner, Marty Bowen, Adam Fishbach, Wyck Godfrey, Pouya Shahbazian and Adam Londy. 20th Century Fox Television serves as the studio.

THE HANDMAID’S TALE
Season Finale: June 16, 2021

Genre: Drama Series
Season: 4
Episodes: 10 (Weekly)
Synopsis: In the fourth season of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” June (Elisabeth Moss) strikes back against Gilead as a fierce rebel leader, but the risks she takes bring unexpected and dangerous new challenges. Her quest for justice and revenge threatens to consume her and destroy her most cherished relationships.
Cast: Elisabeth Moss, Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski, Samira Wiley, Alexis Bledel, Ann Dowd, Max Minghella, Madeline Brewer, O-T Fagbenle, Amanda Brugel, Bradley Whitford, Sam Jaeger.
Filmmakers: ”The Handmaid’s Tale” season four will be executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Sheila Hockin, Kira Snyder and Yahlin Chang. The series is produced by MGM Television and internationally distributed by MGM.

THIS WAY UP
Premiere Date: Summer 2021 (TBC)

Genre: Comedy Series
Season: 2
Episodes: 6 (Binge)
Synopsis: Season two of the BAFTA award-winning series is set after the events of the season one finale, with things in flux for Aine (Aisling Bea, “Living With Yourself;” “Quiz”) and her sister, Shona (Sharon Horgan, “Catastrophe;” “Military Wives”). Aine’s starting to leave her time in rehab behind and live less cautiously, which may not be entirely wise. Will she and Richard (Tobias Menzies, “The Crown;” “Game of Thrones”) make a go of it? Or continue to exist in the odd tension of the employer and employee? How will Shona and Charlotte (Indira Varma, “Game of Thrones;” “Luther”) manage running a new business together and having feelings for each other? Will Shona be able to go through with marrying Vish (Aasif Mandvi, “Evil;” “The Brink”)? Planning a wedding? Can she tell him what happened? Is there anything more to tell?
Cast: Aisling Bea, Sharon Horgan, Tobias Menzies, Aasif Mandvi, Indira Varma, Kadiff Kirwan.
Filmmakers: “This Way Up” is written by Aisling Bea, produced by Merman and distributed by NBCUniversal Global Distribution on behalf of Sky Studios. The series is directed by Alex Winckler and produced by Gavin O’Grady. Executive Producers are Clelia Mountford, Sharon Horgan and Aisling Bea.

NINE PERFECT STRANGERS
Premiere Date: August 18, 2021

Genre: Limited Series
Episodes: 8 (First three episodes drop on August 18, then weekly release)
Synopsis: Based on The New York Times bestselling book by author Liane Moriarty, “Nine Perfect Strangers” takes place at a boutique health-and-wellness resort that promises healing and transformation as nine stressed city dwellers try to get on a path to a better way of living. Watching over them during this 10-day retreat is the resort’s director, Masha, a woman on a mission to reinvigorate their tired minds and bodies. However, these nine “perfect” strangers have no idea what is about to hit them.
Cast: Nicole Kidman, Melissa McCarthy, Michael Shannon, Luke Evans, Bobby Cannavale, Regina Hall, Samara Weaving, Melvin Gregg, Asher Keddie, Grace Van Patten, Tiffany Boone, Manny Jacinto.
Filmmakers: “Nine Perfect Strangers” is from David E. Kelley, Bruna Papandrea’s Made Up Stories, Nicole Kidman’s Blossom Films, and Endeavor Content. Jonathan Levine directs all eight episodes of the series and serves as executive producer alongside Papandrea, Steve Hutensky and Jodi Matterson for Made Up Stories, Nicole Kidman and Per Saari for Blossom Films, Liane Moriarty, David E. Kelley, John Henry Butterworth, Molly Allen, Samantha Strauss and Melissa McCarthy. The series is co-written by David E. Kelley, John Henry Butterworth and Samantha Strauss, and co-showrun by David E. Kelley and John Henry Butterworth.

ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
Premiere Date: August 31, 2021

Genre: Comedy Series
Season: 1
Episodes: 10 (First two episodes drop on August 31, then weekly release)
Synopsis: From the minds of Steve Martin, Dan Fogelman and John Hoffman comes a comedic murder-mystery series for the ages. “Only Murders In The Building” follows three strangers (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. As they record a podcast of their own to document the case, the three unravel the complex secrets of the building which stretch back years. Perhaps even more explosive are the lies they tell one another. Soon, the endangered trio comes to realize a killer might be living amongst them as they race to decipher the mounting clues before it’s too late.
Cast: Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Aaron Dominguez, Amy Ryan.
Filmmakers: “Only Murders in the Building” hails from co-creators and writers Steve Martin and John Hoffman (“Grace & Frankie,” “Looking”). Martin and Hoffman will executive produce along with Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Jamie Babbitt, “This Is Us” creator Dan Fogelman and Jess Rosenthal.

THE D’AMELIO SHOW
Premiere Date: Late Summer 2021 (TBC)

Genre: Unscripted Series
Season: 1
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: From relative obscurity and a seemingly normal life, to overnight success and thrust into the Hollywood limelight overnight, the D’Amelios are faced with new challenges and opportunities they could not have imagined. Charli, who at 16 became one of the biggest celebrities with over 150 million followers combined and #1 on the TikTok platform in less than a year, has the world at her fingertips and is working to balance fame and family life with dancing, running a budding empire, making new friends in LA and battling the naysayers online. Her sister Dixie, is now 19 and experiencing her own overnight rise to fame with over 78 million followers combined, one of the fastest growing YouTube channels and ranked within the Top 10 Most Followed Creators on TikTok. Dixie is now pursuing a music career in LA. For mom Heidi and dad Marc, raising teenagers is hard enough before adding in a cross-country move, supporting their daughters’ dreams and doing the best they can to stay close as a family and protect their girls from the dark side of fame, while also trying to adjust to life in Hollywood.
Subjects: Marc D’Amelio, Heidi D’Amelio, Dixie D’Amelio, Charli D’Amelio.
Filmmakers: Executive produced by Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman on behalf of The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC), an Industrial Media Company, with showrunner Sara Reddy executive producing along with Esther Frank.

KIDS PROGRAMING

TROLLS: TROLLSTOPIA
Premiere Date: June 10, 2021

Genre: Animated Series
Season: 3
Episodes: 7 (Binge)
Synopsis: The Trolls are back with nonstop fun and new friends joining the hair-raising adventures! As the Troll tribes strengthen their friendships through games like wormhole scavenger hunts and massive piñata battles, they also learn about each others’ culinary traditions in an epic Trolls-style potluck.
Cast:Skylar Astin, Amanda Leighton, David Fynn, Ron Funches, Kenan Thompson, Megan Hilty, Jeanine Mason, Kevin Michael Richardson, Sam Haft.
Filmmakers: Executive produced by Matthew Beans (“Trolls: The Beat Goes On!”)

THE MIGHTY ONES
Premiere Date: July 1, 2021

Genre: Animated Series
Season: 2
Episodes: 10 (Binge)
Synopsis: The misadventures of “The Mighty Ones” continue as they explore their backyard wonderland and learn more about the strange creatures they share it with. A flood forces the Mighty Ones to live as pirates searching for dry land, Rocksy dabbles in a home makeover, and Very Berry makes a new feathery “friend” who may or may not see her as food. These mighty little beings are relatively fearless, a little misguided and always have each others’ backs come snow, wind or any atmospheric phenomenon that threatens the yard they call home.
Cast: Josh Brener, Alex Cazares, Jessica McKenna and Jimmy Tatro, with guest stars Fortune Feimster as “Vibez,” Manila Luzon as “Firefly,” Stephen Root as “Bernard.”
Filmmakers: The series is executive produced by Sunil Hall (“Pickle and Peanut”) and Lynne Naylor (“Samurai Jack”).

MADAGASCAR: A LITTLE WILD
Premiere Date: August 6, 2021

Genre: Animated Series
Season: 4
Episodes: 6 (Binge)
Synopsis: Fearless pals Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria are back with even bigger adventures in their concrete jungle of New York City. Melman loses his first tooth, Gloria plans a flashy production for a shy hermit crab with a secret talent, and a snowstorm hits the city and blocks Kate from the habitat.
Cast:Shaylin Becton, Tucker Chandler, Jasmine Gatewood, Luke Lowe, Amir O’Neil, Eric Petersen.
Filmmakers: Executive produced by Johanna Stein and co-executive produced by Dana Starfield.



Video: The 2021 Oscars – “Handmaid’s Tale” Season 4 Teaser





Video: The 2021 Oscars – “Handmaid’s Tale” Season 4 Teaser
The new season of “The Handmaid’s Tale” premieres April 28, only on Hulu.
[via press release from Hulu]
The 2021 Oscars: Handmaid’s Tale Season 4 Teaser

The new season of The Handmaid’s Tale premieres April 28, only on Hulu.



Video: “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season 4 Trailer and Key Art Debut





Video: “The Handmaid’s Tale” Season 4 Trailer and Key Art Debut
The new season premieres with three all new episodes on April 28 on Hulu.
[via press release from Hulu]
THE HANDMAID’S TALE SEASON 4 TRAILER AND KEY ART DEBUT

Praise be! The trailer and key art for The Handmaid’s Tale has arrived! The new season premieres with three all new episodes on April 28 on Hulu.


SEASON SYNOPSIS: In the upcoming fourth season of The Handmaid’s Tale, June (Elisabeth Moss) strikes back against Gilead as a fierce rebel leader, but the risks she takes bring unexpected and dangerous new challenges. Her quest for justice and revenge threatens to consume her and destroy her most cherished relationships.

SERIES SYNOPSIS: Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. Offred (Elizabeth Moss), one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife.

STARRING (series regulars): The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski, Samira Wiley, Alexis Bledel, Ann Dowd, Max Minghella, Madeline Brewer, O-T Fagbenle, Amanda Brugel, Bradley Whitford, and Sam Jaeger.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: The Handmaid’s Tale season four will be executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Sheila Hockin, Kira Snyder and Yahlin Chang. The series is produced by MGM Television and internationally distributed by MGM.

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