Netflix came in swinging at its 2025 Upfronts, dropping a wave of renewal news and surprise announcements that reminded us why they still run the streaming game. From fan-favorite dramas to fresh young adult hits, the streamer confirmed that stories centered on love, identity, politics, and self-discovery aren’t going anywhere. Whether it’s the return of […]
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Denzel Washington to Lead Fernando Meirelles’ Netflix Heist Thriller ‘Here Comes the Flood’
Netflix is diving headfirst into its next high-stakes heist drama with some major star power. Denzel Washington, Robert Pattinson, and Daisy Edgar-Jones are set to headline Here Comes the Flood, a twist-filled thriller from City of God and The Two Popes director Fernando Meirelles. The announcement was made during Netflix’s 2025 Upfront presentation, where the […]
Netflix Renews ‘The Diplomat’ for Season 4—Before Season 3 Even Drops
Netflix is doubling down on The Diplomat. The political drama, created by Debora Cahn and led by Keri Russell, has officially been renewed for Season 4—even though Season 3 hasn’t premiered yet. The announcement came straight from Netflix’s chief content officer Bela Bajaria during the streamer’s 2025 Upfront presentation in New York City. And it’s […]
Jamie Foxx to Star in Netflix’s Olympic Boxing Drama Fight for ’84
Jamie Foxx is stepping back into the ring—this time as a coach on a mission. The Academy Award winner is set to lead Fight for ’84, a new sports drama at Netflix that was just announced during the streamer’s 2025 Upfront presentation. Andrés Baiz (Narcos, Griselda) is attached to direct the film, which centers on […]
‘Forever’ Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix Following Strong Debut
Netflix isn’t done telling Keisha and Justin’s story. The streaming platform has officially renewed Forever for a second season following its May 8 premiere, which debuted strong—landing in Netflix’s Top 10 with 3.7 million views in just four days. Created by Mara Brock Akil, Forever is a modern-day reimagining of Judy Blume’s 1975 novel that […]
Netflix Renews ‘Bridgerton’ for Seasons 5 & 6 + Drops First Look at Season 4, Premiering in 2026
Love stories, lavish balls, and Lady Whistledown’s latest scoop—Bridgerton just secured two more seasons and teased what’s next in 2026. Netflix announced the double-season pickup during its 2025 upfront presentation, confirming that more Bridgerton siblings will have their love stories told. While no official plot details have been revealed, all signs point to future seasons […]
Netflix Drops Trailer for Tyler Perry’s Thriller ‘Straw’ Led by Taraji P. Henson
Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for Straw, the upcoming thriller from Tyler Perry starring Taraji P. Henson, and confirmed its premiere date for June 6. The emotionally charged drama follows a single mother’s descent into chaos over the course of one harrowing day. Shot in just four days, the film marks another fast-paced production […]
Rihanna Drops a New Song and Leads a Smurfy Rescue Mission in The Smurfs Movie Trailer
It’s a big week for the Smurfiverse—and Rihanna fans. Paramount Pictures just released the official trailer and poster for The Smurfs Movie, giving us a first look at the upcoming animated reboot and teasing a brand-new song from Rihanna titled “Friend of Mine”, featured on the film’s soundtrack, which drops this Friday. Set to hit […]
‘Ironheart’ Trailer Finally Drops — Dominique Thorne Suits Up in Marvel’s Tech vs. Magic Showdown
The wait is over — Marvel has officially dropped the trailer for Ironheart, giving fans a first look at Riri Williams’ solo journey post-Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The six-episode series premieres June 24 on Disney+, with the first three episodes dropping on day one. Dominique Thorne returns as Riri, the Chicago-born MIT genius who built […]
Lies, Death, and $30 Million: Samuel L. Jackson Leads Twisted Thriller ‘Just Play Dead’
Samuel L. Jackson is stepping into the role of a criminal mastermind in the upcoming thriller Just Play Dead—and this time, faking his death is just the beginning. Joining Jackson in the cast are Eva Green (Casino Royale, Penny Dreadful) and Maria Pedraza (Money Heist). The film will be directed by Gary Fleder (Homefront, Runaway […]