Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Apple Original Films is gearing up for its sixth major theatrical release by dating Joseph Kosinski’s Formula 1 movie. While the which stars Brad Pitt and Damson Idris still has no name, it does have a worldwide release date: June 27, 2025. Warner Bros. has secured distribution rights for both domestic and international markets. In […]
As Netflix viewers indulge in the latest episodes of “Bridgerton” Season 3, showrunner Jess Brownell has revealed some bittersweet news: fans will have to wait two more years for Season 4. In a candid conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Brownell shed light on the extensive process behind producing the hit Regency-era series. “We are working […]
The HBO drama “The Gilded Age” is getting a major influx of new faces for its upcoming third season. Four actors have been announced as joining the cast: Phylicia Rashad, Jordan Donica, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Victoria Clark. The series, created by Downton Abbey mastermind Julian Fellowes, throws a young woman into the heart of […]
The wait for the Jordan Peele’s next film has a new end date: October 23, 2026. Peele himself shared the news on social media, though details about the project remain shrouded in secrecy. This mysterious film marks Peele’s fourth directorial effort, following the critically-acclaimed “Get Out,” “Us,” and “Nope.” While plot, cast, and genre remain […]
For Us By Us Studios has teamed up with Ted Field’s Radar Pictures to develop a new scripted series chronicling the rise of the iconic hip-hop clothing brand, FUBU. The forthcoming series will delve into the history of Fubu (For Us By Us), a brand that emerged from the intersection of money, power, and hip-hop […]
Lifetime is gearing up to add a suspenseful twist to its August lineup with the premiere of the original movie ‘I Thought My Husband’s Wife Was Dead.’ The thriller, based on the novel ‘Unmissing’ by Minka Kent, will debut on August 3 at 8/7c. The cast features Grammy Award winner LeToya Luckett (‘Greenleaf,’ ‘Treme’), Sherilyn […]
NBCUniversal is broadening its reach to more diverse audiences and advertisers by collaborating with Group Black, an initiative focused on fostering Black-owned and Black-produced media. This partnership will introduce a new hub, E!+, on NBCU’s Peacock streaming service. Unlike the existing E! cable network, E!+ will feature fresh original programming curated by Group Black alongside […]
The 2023-24 theater season has been a whirlwind of creativity, innovation, and unforgettable moments. From the stirring revival of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch to the gritty realism of Hell’s Kitchen, the poignant narrative of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, and the emotionally charged Uncle Vanya, audiences have been treated to a […]
Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren are set to headline the inaugural Broadway rendition of Jason Robert Brown’s acclaimed musical, The Last Five Years, slated to debut in spring 2025. The production will be under the direction of Tony nominee Whitney White, recognized for her work on Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. The Last Five Years, which […]
Gabrielle Union and Yasha Jackson are set to star alongside Emma Roberts in the upcoming Prime Video comedy “Space Cadet.” The recently released trailer showcases Roberts as Tiffany “Rex” Simpson, a young woman with aspirations of becoming an astronaut. Despite her lack of qualifications, Rex manages to secure a spot in NASA’s elite astronaut training […]