CBS has doubled down on its Monday night lineup, ordering full-season pickups for Poppa’s House and NCIS: Origins. The freshman comedy Poppa’s House, starring Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr., and the drama NCIS: Origins, a prequel to CBS’s iconic NCIS, will both expand from 13 to 18 episodes. Both shows have found solid footing […]
Briarcliff Entertainment Sets 2025 Release Date for Star-Packed Animated Feature ‘Sneaks’
Briarcliff Entertainment has secured North American distribution rights for the animated feature Sneaks, a sneaker-focused family film directed by Rob Edwards and featuring an all-star voice cast. Led by Anthony Mackie, Martin Lawrence, Laurence Fishburne, Chloe Bailey, and Grammy-winning producer Mustard, Sneaks also boasts Grammy winners Roddy Ricch, Ella Mai, and Macy Gray among its […]
Lil Rel Howery to Star in and Direct Horror-Comedy ‘Haunted Heist,’ Starring Tiffany Haddish
Lil Rel Howery is stepping into the director’s chair for the first time with Haunted Heist, a horror-comedy he’s also set to star in. Howery, celebrated for his versatility in both comedy and horror, will star alongside Tiffany Haddish, marking another reunion for the two who previously collaborated on The Carmichael Show, Uncle Drew, and their […]
20 Feel-Good Shows That Lift Your Spirits
Life’s can be exhausting, especially today, but these shows are perfect for lifting your mood. They’re fun, honest, and serve up relatable stories that remind us we’re not alone in our struggles and successes. READ: 30+ Feel Good Movies to Watch Anytime You Need a Pick Me Up Each series here highlights Black voices and culture, […]
Samuel L Jackson, Andra Day, Edgar Ramirez Set to Star in Action-Comedy ‘The Honest Liar’
Samuel L. Jackson is set to star in the upcoming action-comedy The Honest Liar alongside Andra Day and Edgar Ramirez. The project, written and directed by Wayne Kramer (The Cooler), is being introduced to global buyers at the American Film Market, with CAA Media Finance managing domestic sales. READ: Samuel L. Jackson and Henry Golding […]
Eric Nazarian’s Crime Thriller ‘Die Like a Man,’ Starring Cory Hardrict, Acquired by Gravitas Ventures
Gravitas Ventures has acquired the rights to Die Like a Man, the latest crime thriller from writer-director Eric Nazarian, starring Cory Hardrict, Miguel Angel Garcia, and Mariel Molino. Set against the gritty backdrop of Los Angeles, the film takes viewers on a haunting journey through themes of masculinity, violence, and the devastating impact of gentrification […]
Lionsgate Delays The Release of Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’
Lionsgate has announced new release dates for its upcoming film Michael. The anticipated biopic of pop legend Michael Jackson directed by Antoine Fuqua, will now premiere on October 3, 2025. Originally slated for Easter weekend, the new release date positions Michael in the competitive awards season suggesting confidence from Lionsgate in the film’s potential as […]
30+ Feel Good Movies to Watch Anytime You Need a Pick Me Up
Looking for a bit of joy, nostalgia, or a good laugh? We’ve rounded up a list of 30+ movies that are sure to lift your spirits. From classic comedies to heartfelt dramas, each of these films offers something unique – whether it’s a dose of inspiration, an unexpected adventure, or just pure fun. So grab […]
Kedar Williams-Stirling, Yara Shahidi, Keith Powers, and Renée Elise Goldsberry Eye Roles in Cole Swanson’s Directorial Debut, ‘Bloom’
Bloom, a new coming-of-age romance film set in the heart of Tuscany, may soon feature Kedar Williams-Stirling (Sex Education), Yara Shahidi (Grown-ish), Keith Powers (Uglies), and Renée Elise Goldsberry (Hamilton). This project marks the feature debut for Cole Swanson, who will both direct and write the film. Centered around a young Black artist named Ace […]
The Pogues Last Adventure: Netflix Renews ‘Outer Banks’ For Fifth and Final Season
While it’s ‘P4L’ on Netflix, the ‘for life’ part means Season 5 as the Pogues are setting sail for one last adventure. Netflix and the show’s creators have confirmed that Outer Banks will return for a fifth and final season. This news drops just ahead of the release of the second half of Season 4, […]