Issa Rae’s scripted comedy series, “Rap Sh!t,” is canceled after a two-season run on Max. The show, created by Rae and starring Aida Osman, KaMillion, and an ensemble cast, explored the journey of two estranged friends from Miami who reunite to form a rap duo and chase their dreams in the music industry. The decision […]
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BET+ Orders New Orleans Spinoff of “The Family Business” Led By Brandon T. Jackson
BET+ has greenlit a spinoff of Carl Weber’s “The Family Business,” with the setting shifting to New Orleans. The eight-episode series, set to begin production in March, stars Brandon T. Jackson, who will also serve as an associate producer. “The Family Business,” based on Weber’s crime drama book series, follows the Duncan family led by […]
Forest Whitaker Joins Cast of MGM+ Thriller ‘Emperor of Ocean Park’
Forest Whitaker has joined the cast of the MGM+ suspense thriller “Emperor of Ocean Park,” adapted from Stephen L. Carter’s best-selling novel.The narrative, crafted by John Wells and Sherman Payne, unfolds in the realms of politics, Ivy League academia, and the scenic beaches of Martha’s Vineyard. Grantham Coleman, Tiffany Mack, and Paulina Lule round out […]
Lance Gross, Rocsi Diaz Star in ‘Dutch II: Angel’s Revenge’ [TRAILER]
Manny Halley Productions, Imani Media Group, and BET+ announce the premiere date for the sequel, “Dutch II- Angel’s Revenge.” The crime-drama, based on Teri Woods’ award-winning novel, is set to debut on Thursday, January 18, 2024, exclusively on BET+. Directed by Salvatore Sclafani, “Dutch II” picks up three years after notorious gangster Dutch (Lance Gross) […]
“The Vince Staples Show”: Get Into The World of a Famous, Not-So-Rich Vince Staples [TRAILER]
Netflix has unveiled the trailer, key art, and release date for “The Vince Staples Show,” a series created by, executive produced, and starring Vince Staples. Executive produced by Kenya Barris, the highly anticipated limited series is set to premiere on February 15, 2024. The show’s synopsis introduces viewers to the enigmatic Vince Staples, a figure […]
LaKeith Stanfield Joins Amazon MGM’s Crime Thriller “Play Dirty”
LaKeith Stanfield, fresh from his role in Jeymes Samuel’s “The Book of Clarence,” is set to star alongside Mark Wahlberg in the upcoming crime thriller “Play Dirty.” Directed by Shane Black for Amazon MGM Studios, the film is an adaptation of Donald E. Westlake’s Parker novels. Play Dirty revolves around Wahlberg’s character, a seasoned professional […]
Yellowjackets Season 3 Premiere Pushed to 2025
The third season of the Showtime psychological thriller, Yellowjackets, will not hit screens until 2025. The delay is attributed to the impact of the writers and actors strikes that disrupted production for many scripted series. After the WGA strike began in May, the writers room for Yellowjackets temporarily closed, resuming operations in September. The series, […]
Check Out Theo James, Giancarlo Esposito in First Teaser Trailer for ‘The Gentlemen’
“Welcome to the jungle,” Eddie says in the trailer for The Gentlemen. Netflix has dropped the official trailer for “The Gentlemen,” a TV series inspired by Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film of the same name. Starring Theo James and Giancarlo Esposito, the series introduces a new narrative within Ritchie’s universe, set to premiere on the streaming […]
Legendary Actress Marla Gibbs Took the Stage at The 75th Emmys and Shares the Secret to Longevity [VIDEO]
Emmy Awards night was nothing short of spectacular, especially when the legendary Marla Gibbs graced the red carpet, showcasing timeless elegance and wit. The 92-year-old star of “The Jeffersons” and “227” stole the show in a stunning long-sleeve black velvet gown adorned with dazzling jeweled embellishments and a trailing silhouette. READ: Quinta Brunson Becomes Second […]
The Cast of ‘Martin’ Reunited at the 75th Emmys [VIDEO]
In a heartwarming reunion, the iconic cast of “Martin” came together at the 75th annual Emmy Awards, captivating audiences with a blast from the past. Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, and Carl Anthony Payne II, the iconic quartet that brought laughter to ’90s primetime TV, shared the stage at the Peacock Theater in Los […]