Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
AMC’s ALLBLK streaming service has officially greenlit a third season for its supernatural drama, Wicked City. Scheduled to commence production in March, the series is created and written by Kristin Iris Johnson and Serena M. Lee. Wicked City delves into the lives of a coven of Black witches in Atlanta as they navigate newfound powers […]
Danielle Deadwyler and director Jaume Collet-Serra, recognized for his work on “Black Adam,” are set to collaborate on a new project titled “The Woman in the Yard.” This upcoming thriller, a venture between Blumhouse and Universal Pictures, is scheduled for release in theaters on January 10, 2025. Penned by Sam Stefanak, the screenplay for “The […]
Peacock has officially greenlit the mockumentary comedy series “Mr. Throwback,” starring NBA star Steph Curry and actor Adam Pally. The announcement was made during the Television Critics Association (TCA) event, where Peacock also revealed orders for three drama series. Originally slated for development at NBC, “Mr. Throwback” found its new home on Peacock, aligning with […]
Tubi, Fox’s ad-supported streaming service, has obtained the exclusive U.S. and Canada rights to the upcoming British comedy thriller, “Dead Hot.” This six-episode series is set to explore themes of family, class, love, trauma, and identity against the backdrop of present-day Liverpool. The storyline revolves around Elliot and Jess, portrayed by rising stars Bilal Hasna […]
Laz Alonso, known for his role in “The Boys,” has officially joined the cast of Guy Ritchie’s upcoming film, “Fountain of Youth,” for Apple. He joins previously cast John Krasinski, Natalie Portman, Eiza Gonzalez, and Domhnall Gleeson. The casting process was facilitated by IAG, who recently welcomed Alonso as a new client. The film, penned […]
UPDATED WITH TRAILER FOR ‘ALL AMERICAN’ SEASON 6 — The CW has announced the official return date for the sixth season of its hit series “All American.” Fans can mark their calendars for April 1st as the show makes its comeback, unveiled during the network’s session at the Television Critics Association’s 2024 winter tour. READ: […]
Netflix’s adaptation of Judy Blume’s 1975 novel “Forever” by Mara Brock Akil has cast its leads. Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. are set to star in the series, with Regina King joining as an executive producer and director of the first episode. The series, ordered by Netflix in 2022, explores an epic love story […]
Martin Bobb-Semple has been elevated to the status of series regular for the upcoming Season 3 of “All American: Homecoming.” “All American: Homecoming” is a young adult sports drama set against the backdrop of the HBCU experience at Bringston University, highlighting the essence of Black excellence. The show, created and executive produced by Nkechi Okoro […]
Paramount+ has decided to bring the curtains down on the psychological mystery drama “Evil,” announcing that the upcoming fourth season will be its last. However, fans need not despair entirely as the streaming service has ordered four additional episodes to give the show a proper send-off. Creators Robert and Michelle King will have the opportunity […]
Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o and Chloe Grace Moretz are set to star in the upcoming mixed martial arts drama “Strawweight.” The film, marking James M. Johnston’s directorial debut, follows the intertwined paths of two fighters thrust into the UFC Octagon. The project was unveiled at the European Film Market by WME Independent and CAA Media Finance. […]