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Felicia D. Henderson Signs With IAG (EXCLUSIVE)

Writer, showrunner, and director Felicia D. Henderson has signed with Independent Artist Group (IAG), Variety has learned exclusively. She continues to be repped by Yorn Levine Barnes. Henderson was most recently showrunner and executive producer on the Netflix series “First Kill,” which followed the budding romantic relationship between two teen girls — one a vampire […]

‘Beyond the Gates’: CBS Daytime Soap Opera Adds 7 Cast Members

CBS has set the final new cast members for its upcoming daytime soap opera “Beyond the Gates.” Legendary actor and Tony & Grammy Award nominee Clifton Davis (“Madam Secretary,” “Godfather of Harlem”) has signed on to the series, as have Alex Alegria (“CSI,” “Gossip Girl”), Lauren Bugliogli (“Bad Monkey,” “Florida Man”), Ben Gavin (“Super 8,” […]

Nick Offerman Joins Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Michelle Pfeiffer in Apple TV+ Series ‘Margo’s Got Money Trouble’

Nick Offerman is the latest addition to the upcoming Apple TV+ series “Margo’s Got Money Trouble,” Variety has learned. Offerman will star in the series alongside previously announced cast members Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, and Michelle Pfeiffer. The eight-episode show was ordered to series at Apple back in February after a multi-platform bidding war. It […]

‘Legend of Vox Machina’ Renewed for Season 4 at Amazon

“The Legend of Vox Machina” has been renewed for Season 4 at Amazon Prime Video. The renewal announcement comes just ahead of the third season finale of the animated series, which drops on Prime Video on Oct. 24. “We are beyond thrilled – and grateful – to continue the epic and wild adventures of Vex, […]

‘Matlock’ With Kathy Bates Renewed for Season 2 at CBS

“Matlock” has scored an early Season 2 renewal at CBS, Variety has learned. The news comes just ahead of the series airing its third episode at the broadcast network. Kathy Bates stars in the series, which serves as a reimagined version of the series of the same name starring Andy Griffith. Skye P. Marshall, Jason […]

‘East of Eden’ Netflix Series Adds Five to Cast Including Martha Plimpton, Ciarán Hinds

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 […]

‘Carrie’ TV Series From Mike Flanagan in the Works at Amazon

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 […]

‘Downton Abbey’ Alum Hugh Bonneville Joins Espionage Thriller ‘The Agency’ at Showtime (EXCLUSIVE)

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, […]

Hugh Jackman to Produce Drama Series ‘Billionaire Apocalypse’ in the Works at Fox From ‘Morning Show’ Creator Jay Carson

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 […]

Kevin Hart, Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger Among Voice Cast for Amazon Video Game Anthology Series ‘Secret Level’

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 […]

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