Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
The clock is ticking—literally. It’s 10 p.m. on October 11, 1975, and the tension is palpable. Jason Reitman’s biopic, ‘Saturday Night,’ has just released its first trailer, offering a glimpse into the frantic 90 minutes leading up to the very first episode of ‘Saturday Night Live.’ The film, premiering exactly 49 years after that historic […]
NBC is set to premiere a fresh mockumentary-style sitcom this fall, adding “St. Denis Medical” to its Tuesday night lineup. From the same network that brought audiences “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation,” this new series is a blend of humor and heart set within the chaotic world of an emergency room. NBC recently released […]
Actor Rome Flynn is set to step into the shoes of the infamous drug lord Frank Lucas for the upcoming fourth season of MGM+’s critically acclaimed series, ‘Godfather of Harlem’. In an interview with Deadline, Flynn revealed that the series will delve into Lucas’ early years, offering a glimpse into the life of the man […]
In an exclusive interview with Variety, Kevin Hart revealed that his production company, Hartbeat, is developing a new series with Taraji P. Henson. Based on the novel “Moorewood Family Rules” by HelenKay Dimon, the novel is described as a cross between “Knives Out,” “Ocean’s 8,” and “The Nest.” The project is set to be a […]
NBC and Universal TV are set to launch a new drama series, tentatively titled “Keats,” from the creative minds at Bassett Vance Productions. The production company, led by acclaimed actors Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance, will helm this exciting new project. The series is executive produced by Bassett and Vance alongside their Head of […]
Alongside dropping the trailer for Hulu’s upcoming comedy series, “How to Die Alone,” the series also unveiled a fresh wave of talent joining its ensemble cast. The half-hour comedy series from Onyx Collective, which explores themes of love, self-acceptance, and personal growth, already boasts a strong core cast featuring Conrad Ricamora, Jocko Sims, and KeiLyn […]
Netflix is in the early stages of developing a sequel to the beloved series ‘A Different World,’ focusing on the daughter of iconic characters Dwayne Wayne and Whitley Gilbert, sources tell Deadline. The project is spearheaded by writer/executive producer Felicia Pride alongside executive producers Debbie Allen, Gina Prince-Bythewood, and Reggie Bythewood, Tom Werner, and Mandy […]
Aaron Pierre is taking corrupt cops down in the trailer for Netflix’s ‘Rebel Ridge.’ The thriller will premiere on the streamer, September 6. Directed by Jeremy Saulnier, ‘Rebel Ridge’ follows Terry Richmond (Aaron Pierre), who heads to the small town of Shelby Springs to bail out his cousin. However, his mission quickly turns perilous when […]
Following her acclaimed portrayal of Queen Charlotte, India Amarteifio is trading the opulent world of the Bridgerton era for the complexities of modern youth. The rising star is set to headline the upcoming coming-of-age drama, Into The Deep Blue she will star alongside Damian Hardung. The film, adapted from Jennifer Archer’s Nicholl Fellowship-winning script, follows […]
Earlier this year, the Sundance Film Festival was abuzz with the premiere of ‘Seeking Mavis Beacon,’ a thought-provoking documentary directed by Jazmin Jones and produced in collaboration with Olivia McKayla Ross. The film delves into the enigmatic story of Mavis Beacon, the virtual instructor behind one of the most beloved educational software programs of all […]