The “East of Eden” limited series adaptation at Netflix is rounding out its cast. Variety has learned that Tracy Letts (“Saturday Night,” “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty”), Martha Plimpton (“The Regime,” “Mass”), Ciarán Hinds (“Belfast,” “Game of Thrones”), Joseph Zada (“We Were Liars,” “Invisible Boys”), and Joe Anders (“Bonus Track,” “I Am […]

Olivia Thirlby has joined the cast of “Law & Order: Organized Crime” Season 5, Variety has learned exclusively from sources. Thirlby will appear in a recurring role in the new season of the series, though exact details of her character are being kept under wraps. It was previously announced that “Law & Order: Organized Crime” […]

A series adaptation of Stephen King’s novel “Carrie” from horror maven Mike Flanagan is in development at Amazon MGM Studios, Variety has learned. The series logline describes it as a “bold and timely reimagining of the story of misfit high-schooler Carrie White, who has spent her life in seclusion with her domineering mother. After her […]

Hugh Bonneville is set to guest star in the upcoming espionage political thriller series “The Agency” at Paramount+ with Showtime, Variety has learned exclusively. As previously reported, the series is based on the French series “Le Bureau des Legendes.” Bonneville will appear opposite previously announced cast members Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, Katherine Waterston, […]

Fox is developing a drama series that boasts Hugh Jackman among its executive producers. Currently titled “Billionaire Apocalypse,” the series hails from writer and executive producer Jay Carson. Lawrence Bender and Kevin Brown executive produce alongside Jackman. Fox Entertainment Studios will produce. The official logline states, “The richest man on the planet, 200 of his […]

Amazon Prime Video has revealed the star-studded voice cast for the upcoming adult animated series “Secret Level.” During a panel for the show at New York Comic-Con, it was revealed that the voice cast of the series will include: Arnold Schwarzenegger (“The Terminator” Franchise), Kevin Hart (“Jumanji”), Keanu Reeves (“John Wick”), Temuera Morrison (“The Book […]

“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” has been renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+ before Season 1 even has a premiere date. The announcement was made as part of the “Star Trek” Universe panel at New York Comic-Con on Saturday. It was also announced at the panel that “Orphan Black” alum Tatiana Maslany is set to appear […]

“The Patrick Star Show” has been renewed for Season 4 and Season 5 at Nickelodeon. The announcement was made as part of the “SpongeBob SquarePants” 25th anniversary panel at New York Comic-Con on Friday. Both of the new seasons will consist of 13 episodes. Season 3 of the animated series debuted in July 2024. “The […]

AMC has canceled the drama series “Parish” after just one season, Variety has confirmed. The six-episode series debuted on AMC in March. It was based on the BBC One series “The Driver,” with Giancarlo Esposito starring in the American series. “We’re so proud of ‘Parish,’ and thankful for the creative talent involved and the performances […]

Apple TV+ is stepping up to the plate for a three-part docuseries on the 2024 World Series, Variety has learned exclusively. Production on the series is already underway. It will offer fans exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the teams vying for the Major League Baseball (MLB) championship, including interviews with players, coaches, journalists, fans, and family […]

The “God of War” TV series adaptation at Amazon is starting from scratch. Variety has confirmed that series showrunner and executive producer Rafe Judkins and executive producers Hawk Ostby and Mark Fergus have departed the project. They had reportedly completed multiple scripts for the series but Amazon and fellow studio Sony Pictures Television decided to […]

Seann William Scott has joined the upcoming ABC comedy series “Shifting Gears,” Variety has learned. Scott will appear alongside series leads Tim Allen and Kat Dennings, as well as cast members Daryl “Chill” Mitchell, Maxwell Simkins, and Barrett Margolis. The show was picked up to series in July with plans to begin shooting in November. […]

“The Boys” Season 5 has cast Mason Dye in a guest star role, Variety has learned. Dye will appear in the role of Bombsight. Exact character details are being kept under wraps, but the character was previously mentioned in Season 4 of “The Boys” as a Supe who starred in the early Vought superhero film […]

The upcoming CBS medical mystery series “Watson” starring Morris Chestnut has set its premiere date. The show will launch after the AFC Championship Game on Jan. 26, 2025 at approximately 10 p.m. ET, depending on when the game and post-game coverage conclude. It will air on CBS and be available to stream on Paramount+. “Watson” […]

“Monster” Season 3 has added Laurie Metcalf, Tom Hollander, and Olivia Williams to its cast, Variety has learned exclusively. The trio join previously announced cast member Charlie Hunnam, who will star as Ed Gein in the next season of the Netflix anthology series. According to sources, Metcalf will play Gein’s mother, Augusta, while Hollander will […]

Dan Fogelman is staying in business with Hulu, with the streamer ordering a drama series set within the NFL from the celebrated TV producer. Exact plot details on the untitled series are being kept under wraps, aside from the fact it takes place in the NFL and has a generational family component, per an individual […]

Netflix have released a trailer for the upcoming professional boxing match between Jake “El Gallo” Paul and former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The trailer for the bout culminates with Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) and Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) meeting in the center of the ring, ready to exchange blows. The full trailer can be […]

Ellen Rapoport will be in the middle of pitching a new series idea to executives over Zoom when she spots it: the tell-tale sign that someone’s not paying attention. “I mean, we know who’s checking their email,” says the creator-showrunner of the Max and Starz series “Minx.” “You’re not as slick as you think you […]

The “Big Bang Theory” spinoff series in the works at Max has found its first three cast members. Variety has learned from sources that Brian Posehn, Lauren Lapkus, and Kevin Sussman will all star in the potential show, which was originally announced as being in development at Max back in April 2023. Exact plot details […]