Since its inception, more than anything, Apple TV+ has excelled at genre television, especially in the sci-fi space. The sheer number of science fiction shows that populate the relatively small service is frankly overwhelming. Yet the best of those shows has somewhat flown under the radar. “Silo” premiered last year to acclaim, if not the deafening noise that followed something like “Severance.” Created by the great Graham Yost (“Justified”) and starring Rebecca Ferguson, the show’s mystery-box approach to a future society kept viewers like me compelled over the course of its ten-episode first season.

Continue reading ‘Silo’ Season 2 Review: Apple TV+’s Best Show Returns With A Deeper, If Less Bingeable, New Season at The Playlist.

Created by Graham Yost (“Justified,” “The Mandalorian“), the dystopian science fiction drama series, “Silo” starring Rebecca Ferguson, is returning for season two. Set in a near post-apocalyptic, ruined, and toxic future, “Silo” centers on thousands living in a giant silo deep underground. After its sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and residents die mysteriously, engineer Juliette (Ferguson) starts to uncover shocking secrets and the truth about the silo.

Continue reading ‘Silo’ Season 2 Trailer: Apple’s Sci-Fi Series With Rebecca Ferguson Returns On November 15 at The Playlist.

Last month, the upcoming “Peaky Blinders” film at Netflix had its first splashy casting with Rebecca Ferguson joining the movie’s ensemble.  But the latest to join the cast may be an even buzzier addition, as THR reports that Barry Keoghan will also star in the upcoming film. Production on the film begins this Fall.

READ MORE: Steven Knight Says The ‘Peaky Blinders’ Film Is “Ending This Chapter” With Much “Bigger” Budget

Nabbing Keoghan is a big coup for “Peaky Blinders” creator Steven Knight, as the Irish actor is in vogue at the moment after inspired performances in “Saltburn” and “The Banshees Of Inisherin.” Keoghan adds the Netflix film to his list of upcoming films, including Andrea Arnold‘s “Bird” (which premiered at Cannes in May), “Bring Them Down,” and Trey Edward Shults‘ latest.

Continue reading ‘Peaky Blinders’: Barry Keoghan Joins Cillian Murphy & Rebecca Ferguson In Cast Of Upcoming Netflix Film at The Playlist.

Lady Jessica (or, if you prefer, Ilsa Faust), meet Tommy Shelby. Deadline reports Rebecca Ferguson has officially joined the cast of Netflix‘s upcoming “Peaky Blinders” movie. The “Dune” and “Mission: Impossible” actress will star alongside Cillian Murphy in the long-awaited film, which, with any luck, will start filming later this year.  No word on Ferguson will play, but, let’s get real: it’s Rebecca Ferguson, she’s going to have a major role.

Continue reading ‘Peaky Blinders’: Rebecca Ferguson Joins Cillian Murphy In Cast Of Upcoming Netflix Film at The Playlist.

Kathryn Bigelow is back, and in a big way. Deadline reports that the female director returns with her first movie since 2017’s “Detroit” for an untitled Netflix feature. What’s more, Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson are in talks to star a trifecta no one knew they needed until now.

READ MORE: Kathryn Bigelow’s Next Film Will Be A Political Thriller About A Missle Attack On The US

A plot and title remain under wraps, but the film will be a thriller set in the White House as a national crisis unfolds.  

Continue reading Kathryn Bigelow Has A New Movie Brewing At Netflix, Idris Elba & Rebecca Ferguson In Talks To Star at The Playlist.

Rebecca Ferguson is becoming close to a household name. O.K., maybe “close” is a slight exaggeration, but her profile is bigger than her social media presence, and that’s primarily because her resume over the past decade is filled with one banger after another. “The Greatest Showman,” three acclaimed “Mission: Impossible” flicks, a Best Picture nominee in “Dune” and, likely, a second Oscar nominee in her latest blockbuster, “Dune: Part Two.” And now, she’s up for a potential Emmy nomination as Juliette, a “sheriff” in a post-apocalyptic civilization trying to discover the truth behind the gigantic, multi-level “Silo” humanity is confined to.

Continue reading Rebecca Ferguson Revisits ‘Silo’ & The Talks “Tricky Conversation” For ‘Dune: Messiah’ at The Playlist.

Swedish-born, British-raised actress Rebecca Ferguson has been juggling her time between high-profile streaming and cinematic roles; her recent turn in “Dune: Part Two” helped the film earn an impressive $684.9 million at the global box office. She’s now back focusing her attention back to her acclaimed post-apocalyptic Apple TV+ series, “Silo,” and the actress told Collider that the producers already have an ending in mind that could see the streaming project end around seasons 3-4, potentially shooting those two final seasons back-to-back. 

Continue reading ‘Silo’: Rebecca Ferguson Suggests Her Post-Apocalypse Apple+ Series Will End After Seasons 3 & 4 at The Playlist.

The partnership between Amazon and MGM Studios has birthed many various genre projects. One of the latest is a sci-fi thriller starring Chris Pratt (“Guardians of The Galaxy”) titled, “Mercy,” The new pic hails from Timur Bekmambetov, the Kazakh-Russian filmmaker likely best known for the Mark Millar comic book adaptation “Wanted” starring James McAvoy and Angelina Jolie superhero-level assassins.

Continue reading ‘Mercy’: Rebecca Ferguson Joins Chris Pratt In Sci-Fi Detective Thriller at The Playlist.

Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two” opens this Friday, March 1, and returning for the film as the Bene Gesserit Lady Jessica and Paul Atreides’ mother is actress Rebecca Ferguson, known for the “Mission Impossible” franchise (read our review).

As I noted earlier this week, Ferguson can be a mercurial interview; she’s spirited, unconventional, can turn on a dime, and doesn’t suffer fools gladly.

Continue reading Rebecca Ferguson Talks ‘Dune: Part Two,’ Bene Gesserit Fundamentalism, ‘Dead Reckoning & More [Interview] at The Playlist.

Earlier this week, we described “Dune: Part Two” star Rebecca Ferguson as somewhat unpredictable and always outspoken, always willing to boldly speak her mind no matter the consequences. This was in reference to Ferguson, candidly sharing with The Playlist in a recent interview that the actress herself had decided to leave the “Mission Impossible” franchise after her three-picture deal had ended, and then the filmmakers decided to kill off her character.

Continue reading Rebecca Ferguson Says She Refused To Act Alongside An “Idiot” Co-Star Who Screamed At Her On Set at The Playlist.

As her many online fans have noticed, Rebecca Ferguson is playful, eccentric, sometimes very candid, can turn on a dime, and does not suffer fools. Interviewing her can be like riding a wild bull, a bit unpredictable and disarming, and I found that to be very much the case with my latest interview with her about “Dune: Part Two” (read our review here). The actress, if nothing else, is quite frank and sometimes even blunt about her opinions.

Continue reading Rebecca Ferguson Calls Denis Villeneuve “Exquisite,” But Says ‘Dune: Messiah’ Needs To Be “Worth It” at The Playlist.

“Dune: Part Two” is almost in theaters, reviews have been ecstatic, and hype for the Denis Villeneuve film seems to be off the charts; it’s expected to be the first major blockbuster theatrical release of the year when it opens this weekend, March 1 (read our review here). We spoke to Rebecca Ferguson about her role as Bene Gesserit Lady Jessica in the movie, and while we’ll roll out that full interview ASAP, we did it briefly; at the end of our interview, I asked about her role in “Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning.”

READ MORE: Christopher McQuarrie Explains The “Tough Decision” Of Killing A Key Character in ‘Dead Reckoning’

Spoilers for anyone who hasn’t seen the film, but it’s almost eight months old at this point; Ferguson’s character, Ilsa Faust, a disavowed MI6 agent, is killed at the hands of the powerful terrorist Gabriel (Esai Morales) in a knife fight.

Continue reading ‘Mission Impossible’: Rebecca Ferguson Talks Character Death & Says She Turned Down Further Franchise Appearances at The Playlist.

Immense, remarkably captivating, imposing, and right on the edge of overblown, filmmaker Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two” is a spectacular blockbuster epic in the grandest sense of the tradition. Picking up where ‘Part One’ left off, this darker, bleaker, moodier sequel is a grand war movie but also a devastating cautionary tale about messiahs, idolatry, and the dangers of false gods. Likened to “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back,” with apologies to George Lucas, his film is a simple defeat and setback to the valiant heroes.

Continue reading ‘Dune: Part Two’ Review: A Darker, Devastating Blockbuster & Cautionary Tale About Prophecy, Fate & False Idols at The Playlist.

Earlier today, one of the last puzzles of the “Dune” puzzle came together. “The Queen’s Gambit” star Anya Taylor-Joy, who leads the upcoming “Mad Max: Furiosa” film, revealed she has a role in Dennis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two.” Who is she playing? We know, but are sworn to secrecy and won’t spoil more than she has herself already.

Continue reading ‘Dune: Part Two’ Reactions: An “Immense, Epic” Blockbuster With “Visionary & Visually Stunning Moments” at The Playlist.

“Dune: Part Two” might be the second chapter of Denis Villeneuve’s epic space saga, but the filmmaker says it’s imperative to stress it’s not a sequel, as the film picks up exactly where the last one left off. “It’s important—it’s not a sequel, it’s a second part. There’s a difference,” Villeneuve told Vanity Fair earlier this year. “I wanted the movie to really open just where we left the characters.

Continue reading ‘Dune: Part Two’ Trailer: Fury Rises In Denis Villeneuve’s Much-Anticipated Sci-Fi Epic at The Playlist.

“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” arrived in theaters last month with plenty of intrigue. Would the latest Ethan Hunt adventure top 2018’s “Fallout” (spoiler alert: it didn’t)? What other action set-pieces would happen besides that absurd motorcycle jump Tom Cruise did off a mountain (answer: plenty)? And which IMF member wouldn’t make it to next year’s “Dead Reckoning Part Two” (another spoiler alert for those who haven’t seen the movie yet: you’ve been warned if you read on)?

Continue reading ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning’: Christopher McQuarrie Explains Character Deaths & Hints At More To Come at The Playlist.

**Spoilers below for “Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part 1.” You’ve been warned…**

The threat of death is an underlying aspect of every ‘Mission: Impossible’ film. Honestly, that threat doesn’t just apply to the characters and their gunfights and elaborate car chases. The franchise’s star, Tom Cruise, regularly puts his own real life in danger in the creation of these films. However, in the latest ‘M:I’ film, ‘Dead Reckoning Part 1,’ a character on screen does meet their demise.

Continue reading Christopher McQuarrie Explains The “Tough Decision” Of Killing A Key Character in ‘Dead Reckoning’ at The Playlist.

Arguably the most dynamic, well-oiled, and spectacular action franchise there is, the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series is pure fentanyl for the thrill-ride junkie. But as slick as the films are, if there’s ever been a baseline deficiency, it’s that the series always placed a premium on pounding propulsion over meaningful pulse. Centering on the unknowable super spy Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise)—something of an enigmatic cipher—humanity has never been the series’ strong suit.

Continue reading ‘Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning’ Review: The Humanity Behind Ethan Hunt’s Mask Is Finally Exposed In An Exhilarating Part One at The Playlist.

In November, after the likes of “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” “Oppenheimer,” and “Barbie” vie for box office supremacy this summer, another blockbuster awaits: Denis Villeneuve‘s “Dune: Part Two.” If one of those three doesn’t unseat “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” as the highest-grossing film on 2023, Villeneuve’s sequel surely will.

Continue reading New ‘Dune: Part Two’ Trailer: Denis Villeneuve’s Sequel With Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya & More Hits Theaters On November 3 at The Playlist.

Rebecca Ferguson is quickly turning into the reigning Queen of genre franchises. Not only is she one of the leads in Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune,” but she is the star of the new Apple TV+ series, “Silo,” and has previously been seen in the Stephen King film, “Doctor Sleep.” Also, while not strictly a “genre” franchise, “Mission: Impossible” is basically a superhero series at this point, right?

Continue reading Rebecca Ferguson In Talks For Fantasy Revenge Pic ‘Best Served Cold’; ‘Deadpool’s’ Tim Miller Directing at The Playlist.

In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast, host Mike DeAngelo dives deep underground with Apple TV+’s new sci-fi mystery series, “Silo.” Created by Graham Yost (“Justified,” “Sneaky Pete,” “Speed”), the show follows the last survivors of a toxic Earth who live in an underground silo and live by strict tenets set in place by the government to ensure their survival.

Continue reading ‘Silo’: Rebecca Ferguson Talks About Her New Post-Apocalyptic Series, ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Mission: Impossible’ & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.

Denis Villeneuve‘s “Dune: Part Two” arrives in theaters on November 3, carrying with it the huge expectations of devotees of Frank Herbert‘s 1965 novel. Will Villeneuve do justice to the entire story of Herbert’s book? After all, “Dune” is a lot of different stories all at once: it’s an intergalactic war movie; a coming-of-age tale for Paul Atreides; a love story between Paul and Chani; a warning about the dangers of exploiting the natural world’s ecology for material gain; and a treatise on how statecraft and polity go hand in hand, with humanity manipulating itself for its best interests over generations.

Continue reading ‘Dune: Part Two’ First Look: Denis Villeneuve Concludes His Epic Blockbuster Adaptation On November 3 at The Playlist.

Apple TV+ already debuted one dystopian series this year with “Extrapolations.” Now it’s ready to premiere another one, although this one adapts Hugh Howey‘s best-selling trilogy of novels. That’s right, “Silo” brings Howey’s post-apocalyptic series to the small screen, with Rebecca Ferguson leading a loaded ensemble cast.

READ MORE: The 70 Most Anticipated TV Shows & Mini-Series Of 2023

Here’s the official synopsis for “Silo,” courtesy of Apple TV+:

“Silo” is the story of the last ten thousand people on earth, their mile-deep home protecting them from the toxic and deadly world outside.

Continue reading ‘Silo’ Trailer: Apple TV+’s Dystopian Thriller Series With Rebecca Ferguson Premieres On May 5 at The Playlist.

There seems to be no shortage of post-apocalypse content nowadays. Obviously, the TV world is dominated by “The Last of Us” discussions, but even before then, we had recent shows like “Sweet Tooth,” “Station 11,” “Y: The Last Man,” and about a dozen different “The Walking Dead” series. Well, it appears studios aren’t done with that yet, even as the world recovers from our own serious worldwide virus, with the upcoming “Silo.”

READ MORE: ‘Florida Man’ Teaser: Edgar Ramírez Stars In New Netflix Crime Series This April

The teaser for “Silo” does a good job of setting up the general idea of the show.

Continue reading ‘Silo’ Teaser Trailer: Rebecca Ferguson Leads An All-Star Ensemble In Apple TV+ Post-Apocalyptic Series at The Playlist.

The latest trailer of ‘the Mission Impossible franchise, “Mission Impossible 7” was leaked onto Twitter this weekend, and now it’s officially out. The official trailer was screened at CinemaCon in April, with lead-star, Tom Cruise showing off the trailer to patrons of the event. Cruise also revealed the full title, “Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning: Part 1.”

READ MORE: ‘Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning – Part 1’ Is Official Title For 7th Film.

Continue reading ‘Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning: Part 1’ Trailer: It’s Time To Pick A Side at The Playlist.