Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Fresh off its sold-out world premiere at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, The Other, Gold begins its awards season campaign with 21 Oscar-qualifying screenings in Atlanta, Georgia. The heartfelt dramedy, written, produced, co-directed, and starring rising talent Sharaé Nikai, will run from December 6-12, 2024, at The Tara Atlanta. READ: ‘The Distinguished’ Trailer: An HBCU Freshman […]
Sony Pictures has announced a shift in the release date for its upcoming R-rated comedy One of Them Days, starring Keke Palmer and SZA. Originally slated for January 24, 2025, the film will now debut a week earlier, opening over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend on January 17, 2025. The move positions the […]
ABC is expanding The Rookie franchise with a new spinoff from series creator Alexi Hawley. This untitled series will be set in Washington state, focusing on a male police officer navigating a significant life transition. Hawley will write and executive produce alongside The Rookie star Nathan Fillion, Michelle Chapman, and Bill Norcross. The project is […]
Sacred Heart Hospital might soon open its doors again. ABC is officially developing a reboot of Scrubs, the cult-favorite medical comedy created by Bill Lawrence. The revival is being produced by 20th Television, marking a return to its ABC roots after the original series wrapped its nine-season run over a decade ago. First premiering on […]
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s clear that Black creators have left an indelible mark on television with a slate of bold, diverse, and impactful projects. From groundbreaking dramas and laugh-out-loud comedies to insightful docuseries, these works have not only entertained but also sparked conversations that resonate beyond the screen. READ: 45+ Movies Directed by […]
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is taking his love for action-packed entertainment to the next level with the launch of his very own channel, 50 Cent Action, debuting Tuesday, December 10, on The Roku Channel. The free, ad-supported channel, created in partnership with Lionsgate and already features a powerhouse lineup of blockbuster films, iconic TV series, […]
Apple TV+ and Macro has unveiled the first images from its upcoming comedy series Government Cheese, starring and executive produced by David Oyelowo. The 10-episode series will debut globally on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, with the first four episodes available immediately. Following the premiere, new episodes will release weekly every Wednesday through May 28. Joining […]
Jamie Foxx is stepping back into the spotlight, and this time, he’s bringing humor, heart, and his personal story to the stage. The Oscar and Grammy-winning entertainer’s new stand-up special, What Had Happened Was…, premieres on Netflix on December 10 and today Netflix dropped the trailer. Watch below. This marks a significant return for Foxx […]
Gabrielle Nevaeh, known for her role in Nickelodeon’s That Girl Lay Lay, has been cast as Patty Newby in the Broadway production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. The announcement comes as Netflix and Sonia Friedman Productions unveil the latest additions to the cast, joining the previously announced Louis McCartney as Henry Creel. READ: Alicia Keys’ […]
Jada Pinkett Smith recently sat down with Lena Waithe on her podcast Legacy Talk with Lena Waithe for an engaging discussion about her trailblazing career in Hollywood. From her breakout moments in A Different World to unforgettable roles in films like Set It Off, The Nutty Professor, Girls Trip, and The Matrix, Jada has consistently […]