Jon Batiste Narrates The Theory of Spice, a Three-Part Documentary Series Exploring the Global Journey of Ginger, Cardamom, and Cinnamon

Posted on November 4, 2025 by admin

Grammy, Emmy, and Academy Award-winning artist Jon Batiste lends his voice to The Theory of Spice, a three-part short documentary series premiering December 5, 2025, on Documentary+. The visually stunning project travels through India, Sri Lanka, and Guatemala, revealing the human stories, traditions, and artistry behind three of the world’s most essential spices: ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon.

Directed by Gilly Barnes and produced by Straight From The Source Studios and The Yogi Foundation, the series blends breathtaking cinematography with original music by Grammy winner Gaby Moreno and narration from Batiste and Rizo. Each chapter uncovers how these ingredients shape communities and sustain cultures through resilience and ritual.

“I’m honored to lend my voice to this series because it’s more than a story about ingredients—it’s a story about people, culture, and connection,” said Batiste.

Documentary+ CEO Geoff Clark praised the series for its cinematic and emotional power, calling it “a masterful capture of the spirit and culture of extraordinary communities.”

The Theory of Spice marks the first original commission by The Yogi Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Yogi Tea, which supports global grower communities and creative storytelling rooted in reciprocity and care. The series will stream on Documentary+ and partner platforms across 70 countries beginning December 5 at 8 PM EST.

Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Annie Murphy, and Elizabeth Hurley Headline Tubi’s “Breaking Bear” Panel at New York Comic Con

Posted on October 13, 2025 by admin

Tubi took center stage at New York Comic Con on October 11 with an exclusive panel for its upcoming adult animated comedy series Breaking Bear, a wild parody that mashes up mobster dramas with talking-animal absurdity. The new Tubi Original will stream exclusively in March 2026 on the free, ad-supported platform.

The panel featured Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Annie Murphy, and Elizabeth Hurley, who joined fans for a first look at clips from the series, including the opening sequence. The cast also teased upcoming Breaking Bear merchandise.

Created by Julien Nitzberg (The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia), the series follows a dysfunctional family of bears who turn to crime to protect their forest home from frackers, mobsters, and rival wolves. Fraser voices “Jer,” the self-proclaimed brains of the family; Gellar plays “Blair,” the overlooked but capable sister; Murphy voices “Tawny,” a human news anchor; Hurley is “Wolf Queen,” the fierce rival of the bears; and Josh Gad voices “Alistair,” the unpredictable youngest sibling.

Produced by Evoke Entertainment (Creepshow, Day of the Dead) and To The Stars Media, Breaking Bear is executive produced by Tom DeLonge, Stan Spry, Jeff Holland, Julien Nitzberg, Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Josh Gad.

‘House of David’ Sets Digital and DVD Release Following Strong Prime Video Debut

Posted on October 9, 2025 by admin

After drawing strong viewership on Prime Video, Lionsgate’s biblical drama House of David is expanding its reach with a digital release available now and a DVD launch set for October 28.

Created by Jon Erwin (I Can Only Imagine) and Jon Gunn, the series brings the Old Testament story of David and Goliath to life with a modern cinematic approach. The first season follows the fall of King Saul and the unlikely rise of David, a young outcast anointed to lead Israel.

Since its debut earlier this year, House of David has attracted more than 40 million viewers worldwide, including 22 million in its first 17 days on Prime Video—placing it among the streamer’s top 10 new series debuts in the U.S.

The cast features newcomer Michael Iskander as David, alongside Ali Suliman (Lone Survivor), Stephen Lang (Avatar), Ayelet Zurer (Daredevil: Born Again), Indy Lewis (Industry), and Oded Fehr (Star Trek: Discovery).

Season 2 is set to premiere exclusively for Wonder Project subscribers on Prime Video October 5, before a wider release on the platform later this year.

Jason Bateman and Jude Law Lead Netflix Thriller Black Rabbit

Posted on August 24, 2025 by admin

Netflix will debut the limited series Black Rabbit on September 18, 2025. The eight-episode drama stars Jason Bateman and Jude Law as brothers caught in the chaos of New York City’s nightlife.

Law plays Jake Friedken, the owner of Black Rabbit, a high-end restaurant and lounge poised to be the city’s next hot spot. His brother Vince (Bateman) re-enters the business unexpectedly, reopening old wounds and bringing new threats that put both the family and the club in jeopardy.

The series is created by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman, with Bateman and Law among the executive producers. Episodes are directed by Bateman, Laura Linney, Ben Semanoff, and Justin Kurzel. The cast also includes Cleopatra Coleman, Amaka Okafor, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Troy Kotsur, Abbey Lee, Dagmara Dominczyk, and Odessa Young.

All episodes of Black Rabbit will be available to stream September 18 on Netflix.

Season 4 of The Morning Show Premieres September 17 on Apple TV+

Posted on August 23, 2025 by admin

Apple TV+ has set September 17, 2025, for the premiere of season four of The Morning Show, its Emmy-winning media drama starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. The 10-episode season will debut with a single episode, followed by weekly installments through November 19.

The new season begins in the spring of 2024, nearly two years after the events of season three. With the UBA-NBN merger complete, the newsroom faces new challenges in a climate shaped by deepfakes, conspiracy theories, and corporate cover-ups. Questions of power, loyalty, and trust once again take center stage, as characters navigate shifting alliances inside a polarized America.

Returning cast members include Aniston, Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Greta Lee, Nicole Beharie, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, and Jon Hamm. New additions to the ensemble include Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Aaron Pierre, William Jackson Harper, and Boyd Holbrook.

Showrunner Charlotte Stoudt returns alongside executive producers Mimi Leder, Michael Ellenberg, Aniston, Witherspoon, and others. Season four continues the series’ pattern of reimagining the newsroom in the wake of seismic professional and political changes.

Netflix Sets October Premiere for Season 3 of The Diplomat

Posted on August 18, 2025 by admin

Netflix has announced that the third season of The Diplomat will premiere on October 16, 2025. The political thriller stars Keri Russell as Kate Wyler, a career diplomat whose professional responsibilities frequently collide with her personal life.

The new season picks up after the events of season two, which ended with the death of U.S. President William Rayburn and the sudden rise of Vice President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) to the presidency. Wyler and her husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) are among the few who know the circumstances surrounding Penn’s actions and their consequences, setting the stage for new tensions inside the White House. Bradley Whitford also joins the cast this season as Penn’s disgraced husband Todd.

Created by Debora Cahn, The Diplomat has been praised for its mix of espionage, political intrigue, and character-driven drama, with the first two seasons earning strong critical and audience reception. Season three continues to expand the show’s focus from international crises to the highest levels of U.S. politics.

The Diplomat season three premieres globally on Netflix October 16.

Peacock Brings Twisted Metal Season 2 to Comic-Con with Sneak Peek and Bumper Car Chaos

Posted on July 27, 2025 by admin

Peacock rolled into San Diego Comic-Con with high energy on Thursday, previewing Twisted Metal Season 2 with a fan-filled panel and a demolition derby-style bumper car experience. The upcoming season of the post-apocalyptic action-comedy premieres July 31 with three new episodes, followed by weekly drops through August.

Cast members Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa, and Anthony Carrigan joined executive producers Michael Jonathan Smith and Asad Qizilbash in Ballroom 20 to discuss what’s ahead. The conversation hinted at bigger stakes and new characters, including the introduction of Calypso, a twisted figure at the center of the deadly vehicular tournament that drives the show’s second season arc.

After the panel, fans were invited to a Twisted Metal-themed activation where show-inspired bumper cars recreated the mayhem of the series. Mackie and Beatriz made surprise appearances, even handing out PlayStation 5 consoles to a few attendees.

Season 2 picks up as John and Quiet enter a lethal competition filled with explosive rivalries and returning threats, including the masked killer Sweet Tooth and John’s estranged sister, now known as Dollface. The show, a blend of dark humor and chaotic action, continues its reinterpretation of the classic PlayStation franchise.

New episodes of Twisted Metal stream Thursdays on Peacock through August 28.

Spartacus: House of Ashur Panel Brings Blood, Memory, and Laughter to Comic-Con 2025

Posted on July 26, 2025 by admin

By Armando

Spartacus: House of Ashur Panel Brings Blood, Memory, and Laughter to Comic-Con 2025 © aipimaging.com

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, Spartacus: House of Ashur stormed into San Diego Comic-Con with a packed panel in the Indigo Ballroom at the Hilton Bayfront. The event featured showrunner Steven S. DeKnight alongside stars Nick E. Tarabay (Ashur), Graham McTavish (Korris), Tenika Davis (Achillia), Jordi Webber (Tarchon), Jamaica Vaughan (Hilara), and Jaime Slater (Cornelia). Liam McIntyre, who played Spartacus in the original series, served as moderator.
McIntyre opened the panel by asking the audience for a round of applause in honor of Andy Whitfield, the original Spartacus who passed away in 2011, to which fans responded with a long ovation.

The teaser trailer for the series revealed Ashur’s return in an alternate history where his betrayal earned him ownership of the ludus. “What if betrayal wasn’t a sin, but currency?” DeKnight teased, hinting at the show’s mix of gladiatorial spectacle and political intrigue.

Asked whether the new series would match the notorious tone of the original, DeKnight smirked: “If you’re wondering if House of Ashur is going to be as sexy as Spartacus… I think you already know the answer.”

The panel mixed heartfelt tributes with bawdy jokes and playful banter among the cast, giving fans a taste of the chaotic energy they can expect when Spartacus: House of Ashur premieres on Starz this winter.

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AMC Expands Anne Rice Universe with The Vampire Lestat and Talamasca at Comic-Con

Posted on July 26, 2025 by admin

AMC brought fresh updates from its Anne Rice Immortal Universe to San Diego Comic-Con, spotlighting the next chapter of Interview with the Vampire, now titled The Vampire Lestat, alongside its new series Talamasca.

During the Vampire Lestat panel, cast members Sam Reid, Jacob Anderson, and Eric Bogosian joined showrunner Rolin Jones and composer Daniel Hart to preview the upcoming season. Along with returning actors Delainey Hayles and Assad Zaman, the series adds Jennifer Ehle (Gabriella), Ella Ballentine (Baby Jenks), Jeanine Serralles, Christopher Heyerdahl (Marius), and Damien Atkins (Magnus) to the ensemble. Bogosian, who plays journalist Daniel Molloy, will also appear in Talamasca, creating the franchise’s first crossover character.

Later, AMC introduced Talamasca, a series focused on a secret society that monitors supernatural activity. Executive producers Mark Johnson, John Lee Hancock, and Mark Lafferty were joined by stars Nicholas Denton, William Fichtner, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Celine Buckens. A teaser trailer and a first scene were shown. The show will premiere October 26 at 9PM ET/PT.

Both series are part of AMC’s expanding Immortal Universe, following the critical success of Interview with the Vampire, which has earned multiple award nominations and back-to-back seasons with high acclaim.

See the teaser trailer for Anne Rice’s Talamasca below:

AMC Reveals Premiere Date for Anne Rice’s Talamasca and Eric Bogosian’s Return at Comic-Con

Posted on July 26, 2025 by admin

By Armando

AMC Reveals Premiere Date for Anne Rice’s Talamasca and Eric Bogosian’s Return at Comic-Con

AMC Networks confirmed at San Diego Comic-Con that Anne Rice’s Talamasca: The Secret Order will premiere Sunday, October 26 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on AMC and AMC+.

During the Anne Rice Immortal Universe presentation in Ballroom 20, executive producers Mark Johnson, John Lee Hancock, and Mark Lafferty joined series stars Nicholas Denton, William Fichtner, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Celine Buckens to unveil the first teaser trailer and footage from the debut episode. The session also featured a surprise appearance by Eric Bogosian, who will reprise his Interview With the Vampire role as Daniel Molloy in the new series.

Talamasca centers on a clandestine organization that monitors supernatural beings across the globe, witches, vampires, and others hidden in plain sight. The series is produced by AMC Studios and executive produced by Hancock (The Blind Side), Lafferty (Halt and Catch Fire), Johnson, Tom Williams, Christopher Rice, and the late Anne Rice. Elizabeth McGovern and Jason Schwartzman also appear.

The panel additionally previewed The Vampire Lestat, the next chapter of AMC’s Interview With the Vampire, which returns following two critically acclaimed seasons.