Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Zoë Kravitz has officially joined the cast of Alpha Gang, an upcoming alien invasion comedy from filmmakers David and Nathan Zellner, the creative duo behind Sasquatch Sunset. Kravitz joins an already stellar lineup led by Cate Blanchett and featuring Dave Bautista, Steven Yeun, Léa Seydoux, Riley Keough, and Channing Tatum. READ: Shameik Moore Leads Hilariously Absurd […]
MGM+ has just dropped the first trailer for Earth Abides, the streamer’s upcoming limited series adaptation of George R. Stewart’s iconic sci-fi novel. Premiering December 1, Earth Abides dives into a post-apocalyptic world, blending survival, heartbreak, and a profound exploration of humanity’s resilience. This new series stars Alexander Ludwig (Vikings), Jessica Frances Dukes (Ozark), Aaron […]
For decades, Black animators have been instrumental in shaping the world of animation, often without the recognition they deserve. From classic Saturday morning cartoons to groundbreaking feature films, these talented creators have brought to life unforgettable characters, stories, and styles that continue to inspire and push the boundaries of the medium. Here’s a look at […]
Taylour Paige, known for her breakout role in Zola, is joining an already impressive lineup in Boots Riley’s latest feature, I Love Boosters. The cast is a powerhouse, featuring names like Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, LaKeith Stanfield, and Demi Moore, all set to lead this ambitious project produced in partnership with NEON. Joining them are […]
Corey Hawkins is set to join Halle Berry in Bart Layton’s upcoming thriller Crime 101 for Amazon MGM Studios, alongside a powerhouse cast that includes Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, and Monica Barbaro. While plot details on the film are unavaiable, the movie is based on Don Winslow’s suspenseful short story that will take […]
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Colman Domingo is back on Netflix, this time as Muncie Daniels, a political consultant-turned-TV pundit on the run after being framed for murder. Netflix just dropped the first teaser for The Madness, a new limited series premiering November 28. Over eight high-stakes episodes, we’ll follow Daniels as he grapples with a setup, a bullseye on […]
Scott Mescudi, widely known as Kid Cudi, is the latest addition to the cast of Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2, starring Adam Sandler. Cudi shared the news on Instagram with visible excitement: “I’ve been wanting to talk about this for a minute!!!” he wrote. “This is so f—in HUGE. It’s been a long-time dream of mine […]
Magnolia Pictures has released the official trailer for Ernest Cole: Lost and Found, a documentary that brings to light the extraordinary life and work of South Africa’s first Black freelance photographer during the apartheid era. While Ernest Cole’s name may not be widely known today, his legacy was never truly forgotten—his powerful images have always […]
Fox just dropped a first look at Doc, its upcoming medical procedural based on the Italian hit series Doc — Nelle tue mani. This preview clip comes ahead of the series’ premiere in January 2025. The cast of ‘Doc’ includes Amirah Vann, Jon Ecker, Omar Metwally, and Anya Banerjee in regular roles, with Patrick Walker […]
CBS has expanded the ensemble for its much-anticipated daytime soap Beyond the Gates, with ten new cast members joining the drama just before production begins in November. Set to premiere in early 2025, Beyond the Gates is breaking ground as the first predominantly Black-cast daytime soap since Generations in 1989, bringing a fresh narrative of […]