How far would you go to search for justice after your daughter was killed? That’s the question at the heart of the upcoming Peacock series, “Lockerbie: A Search for Truth.” 

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As seen in the teaser, “Lockerbie: A Search for Truth” tells the story of a man who is desperate to know exactly what happened when a Pan Am flight exploded in the air.

Continue reading ‘Lockerbie: A Search For Truth’ Teaser: Colin Firth Stars In Peacock’s New Drama Series at The Playlist.

In this week’s additional episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo makes sure not to step over “the line” while discussing “Teacup.” The Peacock series follows a group of neighbors who must put aside their differences and unite in the face of a mysterious and deadly threat. The horrific mystery series stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Rob Morgan, Chaske Spencer, Boris McGiver, and more. 

Continue reading ‘Teacup’: Yvonne Strahovski Discusses Producing Her New Horror Series, ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Final Season, ‘The Tomorrow War 2’ & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.

As many cinephiles already know, the 1970s was a fantastic time for paranoid political thrillers (“The Parallax View,” “All The President’s Men”), assassin movies (“The American Friend”), and films based on the rising tide of terrorism (“Black Sunday”; in fact we devoted an entire feature to this genre several years ago). One film that covered all those bases and was pretty popular then was 1973’s “The Day Of The Jackal,” directed by Fred Zinnemann and starring Edward Fox and Michael Lonsdale.

Continue reading ‘Day Of The Jackal’ Trailer: Eddie Redmayne & Lashana Lynch Star In A Cat & Mouse Spy Peacock Series at The Playlist.

Peacock’s upcoming original horror thriller series “Teacup” held its world premiere in Austin, TX, today at the largest genre film and television festival in the U.S., Fantastic Fest. To kick off the event, attendees at the Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar were treated to a first look at the official trailer ahead of the screening of episode one, “Think About The Bubbles,” and episode two, “My Little Lighthouse.” A special video message from actress and producer Yvonne Strahovski played in-room, followed by an aQ&A with showrunner, executive producer, and writer Ian McCulloch and actors Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, Caleb Dolden, Emilie Bierre, and Rob Morgan, who discussed the making of the series, their characters, and what audiences can expect for the rest of the twisted season.

Continue reading ‘Teacup’ Trailer: Yvonne Strahovski Leads James Wan’s New Thriller Peacock Series at The Playlist.

Though her time on “Game of Thrones” came to an end in 2019, Emilia Clarke never really left TV. She almost immediately jumped back in with a starring role in Marvel Studios’ “Secret Invasion,” and she has already lined up a starring role in the forthcoming crime thriller, “Criminal.” And as if that wasn’t enough, Clarke is now set to star in another TV series, “Ponies.”

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According to Peacock, Emilia Clarke is set to star in the espionage thriller, “Ponies.” The series is set in 1977 and tells the story of two women who work as secretaries at an American Embassy in Moscow.

Continue reading ‘Ponies’: Emilia Clarke Set To Star In New Peacock Espionage Series at The Playlist.

From the master of modern horror, “Teacup” is the new series from executive producer and filmmaker James Wan. Wan’s Atomic Monster shingle produces the series and is joined by first-time showrunner Ian McCulloch (known for his work on “Yellowstone”).

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“Teacup” stars Yvonne Strahovski (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), Scott Speedman (“Grey’s Anatomy”), and Chaske Spencer (“The English”) is set in rural Georgia and follows a group of people who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive.

Continue reading ‘Teacup’ Trailer: James Wan’s New Horror Series Stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman & Arrives In October at The Playlist.

It’s always a bit of a crapshoot when we see professional athletes try to act. Sometimes it works out decently enough. But most of the time, it seems to be pretty terrible. Peacock is hoping for the former with the release of the new comedy series, “Mr. Throwback.”

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As seen in the trailer, “Mr.

Continue reading ‘Mr. Throwback’ Trailer: Stephen Curry & Adam Pally Star As Buddies In New Peacock Comedy Series at The Playlist.

Even though Peacock doesn’t necessarily have the most subscribers, the streaming service does have two things— “The Office” and star-studded limited series. While the former is still a powerhouse on streaming, it’s the latter we’re talking about now, with the release of a new trailer for “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.”

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As seen in the trailer, “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” tells the remarkable true story of a wild armed robbery that happens on the same night as Muhammad Ali’s 1970 comeback fight.

Continue reading ‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist’ Trailer: Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson & More Star In Peacock’s Limited Series at The Playlist.

In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo, keeping with the trend, ponders the Roman Empire while discussing “Those About to Die.” The Peacock series follows the many types of people who entertained the masses in the Roman Empire —from Emperors, criminals, the wealthy and powerful, down to the lowly horse wranglers. The show stars Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Jojo Macari, Sara Martins, and more.

Continue reading ‘Those About to Die’: Roland Emmerich Talks the Roman Empire Series, Disaster Films & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.

Nearly a quarter of a century ago, Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” took the swords-and-sandals action of previous genre-definers “Spartacus” and “Clash of the Titans” and gave it new life, paving the way for further success in Zach Snyder’s 2007 outing “300” and that forgettable 2016 remake of “Ben-Hur.” It’s a tricky world to adapt, extending beyond the over-the-top energy of brutal combat and chariot races and into the realms of a bygone era’s political, interpersonal, and economics.

Continue reading ‘Those About To Die’ Review: Anthony Hopkins Is But One Part Of Peacock’s Overstuffed, Ambitious Gladiatorial Romp at The Playlist.

If you have a lot of free time (and perhaps a degree in copyright law), then you should really try to unravel the mess that is the “Friday the 13th” rights. Without getting stuck in the weeds, it appears various people own various parts of the franchise. But one thing is for sure — Peacock (aka NBCUniversal) and A24 are currently working on bringing a series to screen called “Crystal Lake,” which would be a new telling of the Jason Voorhees franchise.

Continue reading ‘Crystal Lake’: Charlize Theron Was Eyed To Star As Pam Voorhees In Series Before Showrunners Left at The Playlist.

How does someone survive Rome’s most cruel spectacle? The new series “Those About To Die” is set among the gladiatorial events and political intrigue that shaped an empire. “Saving Private Ryan” screenwriter Robert Rodat created the project and wrote several episodes. And, of course, it has a big name in it with two-time Academy Award-winner Anthony Hopkins (“Silence of the Lambs,” “The Father”).

Continue reading ‘Those About To Die’ Trailer: Anthony Hopkins Stars In Roland Emmerich’s New Peacock Gladiator-Era Series at The Playlist.

After wowing critics at Sundance last year with her martial arts family comedy “Polite Society,” Nida Manzoor returns with a new season of her TV series “We Are Lady Parts.” The Channel 4 show follows an all-female Muslim punk band as they vie for musical success, and in the upcoming Season 2, the girls aren’t afraid to play a little dirty to get what they want.

Continue reading ‘We Are Lady Parts’ Season 2 Trailer: Nida Manzoor’s Female Punk Band Sitcom Returns To Peacock On May 30 at The Playlist.

Director/producer Roland Emmerich (“Midway”) and Oscar-winner Anthony Hopkins (“Silence of The Lambs”) have teamed up with AGC Studios to bring the Roman Empire to the small screen as Peacock has released a first-look trailer for the upcoming series “Those About To Die.” The new show premiering this summer is set to explore the world of gladiators, which has been iconically portrayed in the Ridley Scott action-drama “Gladiator.” Taking a page from history, “Those About To Die” sees Hopkins lead as the real-life Emperor Vespasian in the show focusing on the seedy and corrupt world of the blood sport.

Continue reading ‘Those About To Die’ Teaser Trailer: Anthony Hopkins Leads Gladiator Series Debuting July 18 at The Playlist.

With a “Community” movie on the way, fans of the NBC show have one major question: will Chevy Chase be involved? IndieWire (via The Post) has an answer, and those with knowledge of the comedic actor’s departure from the show won’t be surprised.

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“I don’t think he’s allowed to,” Joel McHale told The Post when asked about a potential Chase return for the upcoming film.

Continue reading ‘Community’: Joel McHale Says Chevy Chase Isn’t Returning For Upcoming Peacock Film: “I Don’t Think He’s Allowed To” at The Playlist.

In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo attempts to solve the mystery at the heart of Peacock’s new mysterious family drama series, “Apples Never Fall.” The series follows a seemingly happy family on a tumultuous journey to uncover the truth about the disappearance of its matriarch. The show stars Annette Bening, Alison Brie, Jake Lacy, Sam Neill, and more.

Continue reading ‘Apples Never Fall’: Sam Neill On His Peacock Mystery Series, The Delight Of Working With John Carpenter & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.

“You can spend a lifetime with someone, as a wife or a mother, but you can never really know who they are.” The mysteries of family and, sometimes, their deep, dark, unexpected secrets are explored in the new Peacock series, “Apples Never Fall.” It’s yet another series adaptation from New York Times bestseller Liane Moriarty, the author of “Big Little Lies,” and “Nine Perfect Strangers,” both series, among many others of hers, that have been adapted into popular prestige television shows.

Continue reading ‘Apples Never Fall’: Watch This “Inside Look” Featurette About Peacock’s New Family Thriller Series at The Playlist.

Steven Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List” just turned 30 years old and has been celebrated all over again, especially in a great THR oral history; Jonathan Glazer’s “The Zone Of Interest” was nominated for four Oscars, including Best Picture and Best International Feature, and it seems like remembering the horrors of Holocaust is a topic of the moment again. It’s pretty perfect timing for “The Tattooist Of Auschwitz,” a mini-series about this very subject.

Continue reading ‘The Tattooist Of Auschwitz’ Teaser Trailer:  Harvey Keitel & Melanie Lynskey Star In Peacock’s New Holocaust Series at The Playlist.

“The Traitors” is the gift that keeps giving for Kate Chastain. The former “Below Deck” star left that long-running Bravo franchise after the completion of season seven in 2020 so her inclusion in the initial U.S. season of “The Traitors” was slightly unheralded compared to “Survivor” legend Cirie Fields or “Real Housewives” star Brandi Glanville. In a surprise only to anyone who hadn’t previously watched “Below Deck,” she stole the show and won over a ton of new fans in the process (even if she didn’t make it to the finale).

Continue reading Kate Chastain Says The CBS Gamers Underestimated The Bravo Celebs On ‘The Traitors’ Season 2 [Interview] at The Playlist.

What’s behind a series of puzzling deaths? The Peacock series “Vigil” returns for an anticipated second season full of drama and surprises. DCI Silva and DC Longacre are back to solve another disturbing mystery. Much like season one, their investigation surrounds the politics and traditions of a secretive military system.

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Series leads Suranne Jones and Rose Leslie reprise their roles as Silva and Longacre, respectively.

Continue reading ‘Vigil’ Season 2 Trailer: Rose Leslie & Suranne Jones Return For Peacock’s Investigative Miltary Drama In February at The Playlist.

Hey, when you think about it, 2023 started off strong, right? “M3GAN” was fun. Ariana Debose reminded us that “Angela Bassett did the thing.” The Oscars were an “Everything Everywhere All At Once” celebration. There were great new shows such as “The Last of Us” and “Poker Face.” Taylor Swift and Beyonce were going on massive tours. Life was good!

Continue reading 2023’s Biggest Entertainment News Stories & What’s Next at The Playlist.

It’s been said a million times already, but it remains true—some of the most interesting stories are being told on TV rather than in films. With the film industry becoming more and more reliant either on franchises and blockbusters or low-budget horror, there’s not a lot of space for the mid-budget adult drama. And those projects have now, for the most part, migrated over to TV where streaming services and premium networks snatch up limited series filled with all-star casts.

Continue reading ‘Apples Never Fall’ First Look: Annette Bening, Sam Neill, Alison Brie & More Star In Peacock’s Upcoming Drama Series at The Playlist.

It’s been over ten years since “Ted” hit theaters in 2012. Ushering in a big R-rated comedy hit for creator Seth MacFarlane and star Mark Wahlberg, it’s still the 12th highest-grossing R-rated film of all time. Directed, written, and voiced by MacFarlane, the “Ted” premise was simple. John Bennett is a man whose childhood wish of bringing his teddy bear to life came true. “Ted 2” arrived in 2015.

Continue reading ‘Ted’ Trailer: Seth McFarlane’s Potty-Mouthed Teddy Bear Returns To Peacock In January at The Playlist.

The advantage of an anthology series is the freedom to explore variations on a theme. In Peacock’s “Dr. Death” anthology series, the show is about investigating ideas of systemic failures within the medical industry. These issues reach a global scale in season two: the pursuit of trust and truth ties the two stories together this season.

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An entire new season means a new cast, and “Dr.

Continue reading ‘Dr. Death’ Trailer: Peacock’s Season 2 Anthology Series Stars Edgar Ramírez & Mandy Moore & Arrives In December at The Playlist.

Halloween is officially over, so you know what time it is—Christmas! Well, at least that’s what the studios hope you are excited for, as they begin to roll out their holiday fare. And over at Peacock, the streamer is giving our first look at a new Christmas comedy film with some pretty big names attached, “Genie.”

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As seen in the trailer for “Genie,” the film comes from writer Richard Curtis (“Love, Actually”) and tells the story of a down-on-his-luck man who finds himself in possession of a magical box containing a genie.

Continue reading ‘Genie’ Trailer: Melissa McCarthy Is Granting Wishes In Peacock’s Christmas Comedy at The Playlist.