This could be the start of a long-awaited reveal. Goldfish returns to The Masked Singer on Wednesday (Fox, 8/7c) for the Group A finals, but we’ve already heard enough — we know exactly who she is.
Frankly, we had this one pegged from the moment she started singing in the Season 11 premiere, and we’ve even more confident hearing her clues. So listen up, Wildcats, we’re calling it now: Goldfish is none other than Vanessa Hudgens.
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Frankly, we had this one pegged from the moment she started singing in the Season 11 premiere, and we’ve even more confident hearing her clues. So listen up, Wildcats, we’re calling it now: Goldfish is none other than Vanessa Hudgens.
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- 4/17/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Canada, the home of winter, looks to have no shortage of snowy inns set against fairytale-like landscapes with piles and piles of the white, fluffy stuff.
That’s because Hallmark, long a major producer of Christmas TV movies, shoots a lot of holiday flicks in Canada, even if the plotlines are set south of the border. So do a lot of other U.S. producers for whom British Columbia, Manitoba and Ontario offer real snow, iconic mountains and other varied wintry locations to keep American producers in furry parkas coming north with their cameras and Hollywood stars.
In fact, there’s more to budget-friendly production tricks than fake snow on these TV movie shoots, as humble Canada stands in small-town America strung with colorful lights. Shooting north of the border allows producers to tap generous tax breaks and currency savings, seasoned local actors and crews and ample studios and costume...
That’s because Hallmark, long a major producer of Christmas TV movies, shoots a lot of holiday flicks in Canada, even if the plotlines are set south of the border. So do a lot of other U.S. producers for whom British Columbia, Manitoba and Ontario offer real snow, iconic mountains and other varied wintry locations to keep American producers in furry parkas coming north with their cameras and Hollywood stars.
In fact, there’s more to budget-friendly production tricks than fake snow on these TV movie shoots, as humble Canada stands in small-town America strung with colorful lights. Shooting north of the border allows producers to tap generous tax breaks and currency savings, seasoned local actors and crews and ample studios and costume...
- 12/25/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Christmas is merely weeks away, which means lots of hot cocoa, frenzied shopping and wrapping gifts. But the perfect cure for the stress of the holiday season is a great Christmas movie, and there are a handful of solid films currently available to stream on Netflix. Below, we’ve rounded up a curated list of the best Christmas movies on Netflix right now, from bona fide classics to new favorites.
Photo credit: Netflix
A Christmas Prince
The one that started it all — “A Christmas Prince” was Netflix’s first foray into the Christmas Romance genre, and the 2017 film was such a hit, it essentially put the streamer on the map as a new go-to destination in the market previously dominated by Lifetime and Hallmark. Ever-charming “Ghosts” and “iZombie” star Rose McIver stars as Amber, an ambitious journalist who infiltrates the Aldovian Royalty under the guise of tutoring young Princess Emily...
Photo credit: Netflix
A Christmas Prince
The one that started it all — “A Christmas Prince” was Netflix’s first foray into the Christmas Romance genre, and the 2017 film was such a hit, it essentially put the streamer on the map as a new go-to destination in the market previously dominated by Lifetime and Hallmark. Ever-charming “Ghosts” and “iZombie” star Rose McIver stars as Amber, an ambitious journalist who infiltrates the Aldovian Royalty under the guise of tutoring young Princess Emily...
- 12/22/2023
- by Adam Chitwood, Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
Vanessa Hudgens, the Asian American actor whose career kicked off in Disney’s “High School Musical” series, is set to shoot a travel documentary in the Philippines, the country of her mother’s birth.
The untitled project will shoot in Palawan and Manila in March. Paul Soriano is attached as a director, producer and executive producer. Mark A. Victor of TEN17P will also serve as executive producer. No distributor, broadcaster or streaming platform has yet been disclosed.
Soriano’s recent credits include directing the 2019 film “Mañanita” and Manny Pacquiao biopic “Kid Kulafu.”
The documentary is said to showcase the relationship between Hudgens and her Filipino mother, Gina, who emigrated to the U.S. at the age of 25, as well as Hudgens’ sister, Stella.
Since “High School Musical,” Hudgens has notched up key roles in “Spring Breakers”, “Gimme Shelter,” “Bad Boys for Life,” and the Oscar-nominated Lin-Manuel Miranda-directed musical “Tick,...
The untitled project will shoot in Palawan and Manila in March. Paul Soriano is attached as a director, producer and executive producer. Mark A. Victor of TEN17P will also serve as executive producer. No distributor, broadcaster or streaming platform has yet been disclosed.
Soriano’s recent credits include directing the 2019 film “Mañanita” and Manny Pacquiao biopic “Kid Kulafu.”
The documentary is said to showcase the relationship between Hudgens and her Filipino mother, Gina, who emigrated to the U.S. at the age of 25, as well as Hudgens’ sister, Stella.
Since “High School Musical,” Hudgens has notched up key roles in “Spring Breakers”, “Gimme Shelter,” “Bad Boys for Life,” and the Oscar-nominated Lin-Manuel Miranda-directed musical “Tick,...
- 3/22/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Actress Vanessa Hudgens is heading to the Philippines to explore her family history as the star of a new travel documentary. The film will capture Hudgens’ first trip to the country of her mother’s birth, showcasing her close relationship with her family and her personal trajectory as an American-born, half-Filipino woman who has become one of the world’s most recognizable stars.
The project is set to begin shooting in the Philippine cities of Palawan and Manila later this month. Hudgens will be accompanied on the journey and in the film by her mother, Gina Guangco, and her sister, Stella Hudgens. The actress has often spoken with pride about the biography of her mom, who left the Philippines for the U.S. at age 25.
“I feel like ours is such a relatable story to so many women all over the world,” Hudgens says. “The more that we can share,...
The project is set to begin shooting in the Philippine cities of Palawan and Manila later this month. Hudgens will be accompanied on the journey and in the film by her mother, Gina Guangco, and her sister, Stella Hudgens. The actress has often spoken with pride about the biography of her mom, who left the Philippines for the U.S. at age 25.
“I feel like ours is such a relatable story to so many women all over the world,” Hudgens says. “The more that we can share,...
- 3/22/2023
- by Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Though you’ll undoubtedly forget many times while you’re watching it, Prime Video’s music drama Daisy Jones & The Six is not based on a true story. At least, not really. Adapted from Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novel of the same name, this series about the titular band was inspired by the real life drama of classic ’70s rock group Fleetwood Mac.
While Fleetwood Mac is very much real (and great!), Daisy Jones & The Six is not real (though also great!). Still, that does not make the Behind the Music-esque drama they experience in these 10 episodes feel any less real. Contributing to that sense of verisimilitude is that the cast of Daisy Jones & The Six all fit their roles to a tee.
Aside from the series two eminently recognizable leads (and a bit of Raylan Givens thrown in there for good measure), this series enjoys the...
While Fleetwood Mac is very much real (and great!), Daisy Jones & The Six is not real (though also great!). Still, that does not make the Behind the Music-esque drama they experience in these 10 episodes feel any less real. Contributing to that sense of verisimilitude is that the cast of Daisy Jones & The Six all fit their roles to a tee.
Aside from the series two eminently recognizable leads (and a bit of Raylan Givens thrown in there for good measure), this series enjoys the...
- 3/3/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Christmas is quickly approaching, with Netflix having released its yearly selection of original festive romantic comedies.
Over the last few years we’ve seen the streaming service take inspiration from the likes of Hallmark and Lifetime to produce cookie-cutter Christmas romcoms guaranteed to numb your mind like one too many mulled wines.
Revolutionary these films are not, but boy, do they hit the spot during the festive season. With titles like The Princess Switch, The Knight Before Christmas and A Castle for Christmas on offer, audiences have learnt that no plot is too ludicrous for a Netflix Christmas romcom. The more time travel, magic, döppelgangers and fictional European royalty on offer, the better.
With that in mind, I’m taking a look at Netflix’s in-house Christmas romcoms and ranking them based on just how ridiculous they are. This list has also been updated for 2022, which means this is the...
Over the last few years we’ve seen the streaming service take inspiration from the likes of Hallmark and Lifetime to produce cookie-cutter Christmas romcoms guaranteed to numb your mind like one too many mulled wines.
Revolutionary these films are not, but boy, do they hit the spot during the festive season. With titles like The Princess Switch, The Knight Before Christmas and A Castle for Christmas on offer, audiences have learnt that no plot is too ludicrous for a Netflix Christmas romcom. The more time travel, magic, döppelgangers and fictional European royalty on offer, the better.
With that in mind, I’m taking a look at Netflix’s in-house Christmas romcoms and ranking them based on just how ridiculous they are. This list has also been updated for 2022, which means this is the...
- 12/21/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Film
Christmas is quickly approaching, with Netflix having released its yearly selection of original festive romantic comedies.
Over the last few years we’ve seen the streaming service take inspiration from the likes of Hallmark and Lifetime to produce cookie-cutter Christmas romcoms guaranteed to numb your mind like one too many mulled wines.
Revolutionary these films are not, but boy, do they hit the spot during the festive season. With titles like The Princess Switch, The Knight Before Christmas and A Castle for Christmas on offer, audiences have learnt that no plot is too ludicrous for a Netflix Christmas romcom. The more time travel, magic, döppelgangers and fictional European royalty on offer, the better.
With that in mind, I’m taking a look at Netflix’s in-house Christmas romcoms and ranking them based on just how ridiculous they are. This list has also been updated for 2022, which means this is the...
Over the last few years we’ve seen the streaming service take inspiration from the likes of Hallmark and Lifetime to produce cookie-cutter Christmas romcoms guaranteed to numb your mind like one too many mulled wines.
Revolutionary these films are not, but boy, do they hit the spot during the festive season. With titles like The Princess Switch, The Knight Before Christmas and A Castle for Christmas on offer, audiences have learnt that no plot is too ludicrous for a Netflix Christmas romcom. The more time travel, magic, döppelgangers and fictional European royalty on offer, the better.
With that in mind, I’m taking a look at Netflix’s in-house Christmas romcoms and ranking them based on just how ridiculous they are. This list has also been updated for 2022, which means this is the...
- 12/15/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Film
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products released each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
The Return of Swamp Thing 4K Uhd from Lightyear Entertainment
I don’t think anyone was expecting to see The Return of Swamp Thing on 4K Ultra HD, especially before Wes Craven’s 1982 original, but it’s coming February 7 from Lightyear Entertainment.
Based on the DC Comics character, the 1989 sequel is directed by Jim Wynorski and written by Neil Cuthbert and Grant Morris. Louis Jourdan, Heather Locklear, Sarah Douglas, and Dick Durock star.
The film been newly restored in 4K from the original interpositive with Dolby Vision Hdr and original 2.0 and 5.1 stereo audio. Special features include two audio commentaries, interviews with Wynorski, Cirino, Rosenthal, and producer Michael Uslan, promotional videos, and more.
Creature from the...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
The Return of Swamp Thing 4K Uhd from Lightyear Entertainment
I don’t think anyone was expecting to see The Return of Swamp Thing on 4K Ultra HD, especially before Wes Craven’s 1982 original, but it’s coming February 7 from Lightyear Entertainment.
Based on the DC Comics character, the 1989 sequel is directed by Jim Wynorski and written by Neil Cuthbert and Grant Morris. Louis Jourdan, Heather Locklear, Sarah Douglas, and Dick Durock star.
The film been newly restored in 4K from the original interpositive with Dolby Vision Hdr and original 2.0 and 5.1 stereo audio. Special features include two audio commentaries, interviews with Wynorski, Cirino, Rosenthal, and producer Michael Uslan, promotional videos, and more.
Creature from the...
- 12/9/2022
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Christmas is fast approaching and Netflix UK has a huge library of films to help you scratch that festive itch.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic comedy or a children’s animation, Netflix has its subscribers covered this holiday season.
In recent years, the streaming service has branched out into producing its own original Christmas films, including the hugely popular A Christmas Prince trilogy and The Princess Switch film starring Vanessa Hudgens.
Christmas 2020 has brought with it even more content: Fans are already going wild for Emma Roberts’s Holidate,Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square and The Christmas Chronicles 2.
Here’s every Christmas film you can watch on Netflix right now…
Romantic Comedies
A Christmas Prince
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby
A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish
A Wish for Christmas
Christmas Inheritance
Christmas Land
Christmas Made to Order
Christmas...
Whether you’re looking for a romantic comedy or a children’s animation, Netflix has its subscribers covered this holiday season.
In recent years, the streaming service has branched out into producing its own original Christmas films, including the hugely popular A Christmas Prince trilogy and The Princess Switch film starring Vanessa Hudgens.
Christmas 2020 has brought with it even more content: Fans are already going wild for Emma Roberts’s Holidate,Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square and The Christmas Chronicles 2.
Here’s every Christmas film you can watch on Netflix right now…
Romantic Comedies
A Christmas Prince
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby
A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish
A Wish for Christmas
Christmas Inheritance
Christmas Land
Christmas Made to Order
Christmas...
- 11/5/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Film
Actress/singer Vanessa Hudgens, wears "Miu Miu" for the latest issue of "Nylon" magazine, photographed by Vijat Mohindra:
After making her feature film debut in "Thirteen" (2003), Hudgens played 'Gabriella Montez' in the "High School Musical" film series (2006–2008). The success of the first film led Hudgens to acquire a recording contract with Hollywood Records, releasing studio albums, "V" (2006) and "Identified" (2008).
She appeared in the films "Bandslam" (2009), "Beastly" (2011), "Sucker Punch" (2011), "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" (2012), "Spring Breakers" (2012), "Second Act" (2018), "Bad Boys for Life" (2020), and "Tick, Tick...Boom!" (2021).
Hudgens starred in the Netflix Christmas movies "The Princess Switch" (2018) and its sequels (2020 and 2021) and "The Knight Before Christmas" (2019), also co-producing.
Hudgens played the role of 'Emily Locke' in the NBC series "Powerless" (2017). In 2022, Hudgens co-hosted the Met Gala in Manhattan.
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After making her feature film debut in "Thirteen" (2003), Hudgens played 'Gabriella Montez' in the "High School Musical" film series (2006–2008). The success of the first film led Hudgens to acquire a recording contract with Hollywood Records, releasing studio albums, "V" (2006) and "Identified" (2008).
She appeared in the films "Bandslam" (2009), "Beastly" (2011), "Sucker Punch" (2011), "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" (2012), "Spring Breakers" (2012), "Second Act" (2018), "Bad Boys for Life" (2020), and "Tick, Tick...Boom!" (2021).
Hudgens starred in the Netflix Christmas movies "The Princess Switch" (2018) and its sequels (2020 and 2021) and "The Knight Before Christmas" (2019), also co-producing.
Hudgens played the role of 'Emily Locke' in the NBC series "Powerless" (2017). In 2022, Hudgens co-hosted the Met Gala in Manhattan.
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- 9/21/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Netflix is giving Hallmark a run for their money with a ton of cute original Christmas movies, but did you know they're all connected? That's right - Netflix is getting in on the connected-universes craze with their very own Netflix Christmas movie shared universe! Here's exactly how all of your favorites fit together.
There are two different overarching ways that these movies are connected: on-screen cameos and full-fledged name-dropping. The former category is how it all began. In the 2018 movie The Holiday Calendar, the creative team needed to show a movie playing on a screen within the movie itself. "It felt like a natural fit to show one of our other films available on Netflix," said Amanda Phillips Atkins, EVP at production company Mpca. As a result, a scene from 2017's The Christmas Inheritance pops up on a TV. The Christmas Inheritance also shows up on a TV in The Princess Switch,...
There are two different overarching ways that these movies are connected: on-screen cameos and full-fledged name-dropping. The former category is how it all began. In the 2018 movie The Holiday Calendar, the creative team needed to show a movie playing on a screen within the movie itself. "It felt like a natural fit to show one of our other films available on Netflix," said Amanda Phillips Atkins, EVP at production company Mpca. As a result, a scene from 2017's The Christmas Inheritance pops up on a TV. The Christmas Inheritance also shows up on a TV in The Princess Switch,...
- 12/2/2021
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
Alyssa Milano will star in a feature film adaption of Nora Roberts’ romance thriller Brazen Virtue.
Netflix is behind the project that will see Milano play Grace, a prominent mystery writer and crime expert, who hurries back to her family home in Washington, D.C., after her estranged sister summons her. When her sister is killed and her double life as a webcam performer is revealed, Grace ignores the warnings of a cool-headed detective and gets involved in the case.
Monika Mitchell is set to direct, having worked with the streamer on The Knight Before Christmas and the popular series Virgin River. Suzette Couture, Donald ...
Netflix is behind the project that will see Milano play Grace, a prominent mystery writer and crime expert, who hurries back to her family home in Washington, D.C., after her estranged sister summons her. When her sister is killed and her double life as a webcam performer is revealed, Grace ignores the warnings of a cool-headed detective and gets involved in the case.
Monika Mitchell is set to direct, having worked with the streamer on The Knight Before Christmas and the popular series Virgin River. Suzette Couture, Donald ...
- 1/26/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Alyssa Milano will star in a feature film adaption of Nora Roberts’ romance thriller Brazen Virtue.
Netflix is behind the project that will see Milano play Grace, a prominent mystery writer and crime expert, who hurries back to her family home in Washington, D.C., after her estranged sister summons her. When her sister is killed and her double life as a webcam performer is revealed, Grace ignores the warnings of a cool-headed detective and gets involved in the case.
Monika Mitchell is set to direct, having worked with the streamer on The Knight Before Christmas and the popular series Virgin River. Suzette Couture, Donald ...
Netflix is behind the project that will see Milano play Grace, a prominent mystery writer and crime expert, who hurries back to her family home in Washington, D.C., after her estranged sister summons her. When her sister is killed and her double life as a webcam performer is revealed, Grace ignores the warnings of a cool-headed detective and gets involved in the case.
Monika Mitchell is set to direct, having worked with the streamer on The Knight Before Christmas and the popular series Virgin River. Suzette Couture, Donald ...
- 1/26/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This week, Netflix confirmed the long-held fan theory that there’s in fact a Christmas Cinematic Universe exclusively on the streaming service, connecting A Christmas Prince, The Princess Switch, The Holiday Calendar, The Knight Before Christmas, Christmas Inheritance and Holiday in the Wild. No offense to any of the cast and crew members who no doubt worked very hard on all of those respective titles, but for the most part, they’re absolute garbage.
Instead, the brightest jewel in Netflix’s festive crown is without a doubt The Christmas Chronicles, starring Kurt Russell as possibly the most twinkly-eyed Santa Claus that’s ever been seen in live-action. The first movie was viewed over 20 million times in a week when it arrived two years ago, and the recently released sequel is poised to do even better and play like gangbusters over the holiday season.
Co-writer and director Chris Columbus recently revealed...
Instead, the brightest jewel in Netflix’s festive crown is without a doubt The Christmas Chronicles, starring Kurt Russell as possibly the most twinkly-eyed Santa Claus that’s ever been seen in live-action. The first movie was viewed over 20 million times in a week when it arrived two years ago, and the recently released sequel is poised to do even better and play like gangbusters over the holiday season.
Co-writer and director Chris Columbus recently revealed...
- 11/28/2020
- by Scott Campbell
- We Got This Covered
(Warning: Spoilers ahead for “The Princess Switch: Switched Again.”)
Netflix is continuing what has now become an annual tradition of connecting its original Christmas movies with a special cameo featuring two key “A Christmas Prince” characters at the end of its Vanessa Hudgens-led “The Princess Switch” sequel.
In “The Princess Switch: Switched Again,” which launched Thursday, Duchess Margaret (Hudgens) is crowned queen of Montenaro, with many adoring friends and subjects in attendance, including her new husband, Kevin (Nick Sagar), her look-alike Stacy, a Chicago baker-turned-Belgravian princess who is also played by Hudgens, Stacy’s husband, Prince Edward (Sam Palladio), and her other look-alike, her scheming cousin Fiona.
But if you are paying attention to the other people in the crowd, you’ll notice three foreign royals cheering on Margaret in a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment: Aldovia’s Queen Amber (Rose McIver), King Richard (Ben Lamb) and their new baby, Princess Elleri.
Netflix is continuing what has now become an annual tradition of connecting its original Christmas movies with a special cameo featuring two key “A Christmas Prince” characters at the end of its Vanessa Hudgens-led “The Princess Switch” sequel.
In “The Princess Switch: Switched Again,” which launched Thursday, Duchess Margaret (Hudgens) is crowned queen of Montenaro, with many adoring friends and subjects in attendance, including her new husband, Kevin (Nick Sagar), her look-alike Stacy, a Chicago baker-turned-Belgravian princess who is also played by Hudgens, Stacy’s husband, Prince Edward (Sam Palladio), and her other look-alike, her scheming cousin Fiona.
But if you are paying attention to the other people in the crowd, you’ll notice three foreign royals cheering on Margaret in a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment: Aldovia’s Queen Amber (Rose McIver), King Richard (Ben Lamb) and their new baby, Princess Elleri.
- 11/22/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Netflix's wide berth of holiday movies are fanciful worlds in their own right, but the best part about the streamer's original films is the way they keep managing to connect to one another. We've broken down the overarching ways nine films are connected, but as each world grows bigger, those connections get more in-depth.
In a few films there are a handful of references that imply some of these movies exist fully in the same universe, namely in The Knight Before Christmas, A Christmas Prince, and The Princess Switch. It starts off with a line in The Knight Before Christmas, with one character mentioning Aldovia to her daughter, the kingdom in A Christmas Prince. Then a map in A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby shows Belgravia as the neighbor to Aldovia, which brings in The Princess Switch. And then finally, The Princess Switch: Switched Again brings it all together...
In a few films there are a handful of references that imply some of these movies exist fully in the same universe, namely in The Knight Before Christmas, A Christmas Prince, and The Princess Switch. It starts off with a line in The Knight Before Christmas, with one character mentioning Aldovia to her daughter, the kingdom in A Christmas Prince. Then a map in A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby shows Belgravia as the neighbor to Aldovia, which brings in The Princess Switch. And then finally, The Princess Switch: Switched Again brings it all together...
- 11/20/2020
- by Mekishana Pierre
- Popsugar.com
“The Princess Switch” fans will be seeing triple when the Netflix original holiday film’s sequel launches Thursday. But that’s as far as the franchise will be going with its gimmick of having star Vanessa Hudgens play multiple characters, even though a third film has already been greenlit by the streaming service.
“No, no, that’s just too outrageous. We’re already at max outrageous here with three characters, we’re just going to keep it at that,” Hudgens told TheWrap, speaking about plans for “The Princess Switch 3,” which will begin production in Scotland later this year for a holiday 2021 release. “And I would 100% lose my mind if I tried to add another me, even though it would probably be Scottish [and] I love that accent and it would be a great excuse to master the Scottish accent. But no, that’s not happening.”
In “The Princess Switch: Switched Again,...
“No, no, that’s just too outrageous. We’re already at max outrageous here with three characters, we’re just going to keep it at that,” Hudgens told TheWrap, speaking about plans for “The Princess Switch 3,” which will begin production in Scotland later this year for a holiday 2021 release. “And I would 100% lose my mind if I tried to add another me, even though it would probably be Scottish [and] I love that accent and it would be a great excuse to master the Scottish accent. But no, that’s not happening.”
In “The Princess Switch: Switched Again,...
- 11/18/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: The producers of popular Netflix franchises such as The Princess Switch and Christmas Prince have struck a book-to-film deal with novelist Adele Parks, one the biggest-selling women’s fiction authors in the UK.
Veteran U.S. producer Brad Krevoy’s (Dumb And Dumber) Mpca and BAFTA Breakthrough Brit Aj Riach’s (Set Fire to the Stars) UK-based Engage Productions have entered into the exclusive deal to produce the books, most likely for streamers.
The first book to be adapted will be Parks’ recent Sunday Times bestseller Just My Luck, followed by 2019 novel Lies Lies Lies. Krevoy, Riach and Parks are currently interviewing writers and plan to launch sales for Just My Luck in the UK immediately, followed by the U.S.
More than 3.8 million English-edition copies of Parks’ 20 novels have been sold around the world. The stories, often psychological domestic thrillers, have been translated into 27 languages. The 2020 book Just My Luck,...
Veteran U.S. producer Brad Krevoy’s (Dumb And Dumber) Mpca and BAFTA Breakthrough Brit Aj Riach’s (Set Fire to the Stars) UK-based Engage Productions have entered into the exclusive deal to produce the books, most likely for streamers.
The first book to be adapted will be Parks’ recent Sunday Times bestseller Just My Luck, followed by 2019 novel Lies Lies Lies. Krevoy, Riach and Parks are currently interviewing writers and plan to launch sales for Just My Luck in the UK immediately, followed by the U.S.
More than 3.8 million English-edition copies of Parks’ 20 novels have been sold around the world. The stories, often psychological domestic thrillers, have been translated into 27 languages. The 2020 book Just My Luck,...
- 11/16/2020
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Vanessa Hudgens is a triple threat in the new trailer for Netflix’s “The Princess Switch 2: Switched Again,” set to premiere on Nov. 19.
In “The Princess Switch” sequel, Hudgens will not only reprise her lead roles of Duchess Margaret and Princess Stacy, but also portray a third doppelganger, Margaret’s cousin Fiona. When Margaret unexpectedly inherits the throne to Montenaro, she also finds trouble in her long-distance relationship with her boyfriend, Kevin. Princess Stacy of Belgravia comes to the rescue, stepping in to help save the Duchess’ relationship.
“After I read it I thought, ‘Ooh man, this is going to be a lot of work,'” Hudgens told Entertainment Weekly. “Three of me? Me, myself, and I! I was very excited to create yet another character and had such a blast doing so. I was told they wrote in a new character but I had no idea how much fun it would actually be.
In “The Princess Switch” sequel, Hudgens will not only reprise her lead roles of Duchess Margaret and Princess Stacy, but also portray a third doppelganger, Margaret’s cousin Fiona. When Margaret unexpectedly inherits the throne to Montenaro, she also finds trouble in her long-distance relationship with her boyfriend, Kevin. Princess Stacy of Belgravia comes to the rescue, stepping in to help save the Duchess’ relationship.
“After I read it I thought, ‘Ooh man, this is going to be a lot of work,'” Hudgens told Entertainment Weekly. “Three of me? Me, myself, and I! I was very excited to create yet another character and had such a blast doing so. I was told they wrote in a new character but I had no idea how much fun it would actually be.
- 11/9/2020
- by Janet W. Lee
- Variety Film + TV
Hallmark and Lifetime may be the longtime players in the TV holiday movie game, but relative newbie Netflix has a festive boast to make about its own Christmas content: “Around half” of Netflix subscribers “watched at least one” of the streaming service’s original holiday films during the 2019 holiday season and Netflix’s holiday titles are streamed in all 190 countries where the platform is available, a spokesperson for the streaming service tells TheWrap.
For context, Netflix said it had reached 167 million subscribers globally at the end of 2019, so this stat would apply to almost 50% of those accounts. Reminder: Netflix counts a “view” as when someone watches a selected title for at least two minutes.
Netflix doesn’t have nearly as many original holiday movies under its belt as Hallmark or Lifetime but its library is growing each year, and it’s already known for a few “franchises,” like its beloved “A Christmas Prince” trilogy.
For context, Netflix said it had reached 167 million subscribers globally at the end of 2019, so this stat would apply to almost 50% of those accounts. Reminder: Netflix counts a “view” as when someone watches a selected title for at least two minutes.
Netflix doesn’t have nearly as many original holiday movies under its belt as Hallmark or Lifetime but its library is growing each year, and it’s already known for a few “franchises,” like its beloved “A Christmas Prince” trilogy.
- 11/9/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
1. “The Crown”
Why Should I Watch? Hoo boy, where to start? “The Crown” remains one of television’s most consistent awards contenders, as well as one of Netflix’s most striking accomplishments of the prestige TV era. Magnificent craft work and commanding performances come together each and every season to earn your attention, even if you’re not a costumes junkie or Royals devotee. Season 4 adds an additional point of intrigue with Gillian Anderson joining the cast as Margaret Thatcher, the U.K. Prime Minister from 1979 – 1990 who respectfully spars with Queen Elizabeth, probably over tea during their weekly meetings. Always meticulous and often affecting, “The Crown” Season 4 is set to be another regal experience like no other — no other you can have at home, at least.
Bonus Reason: But wait, there’s more! With Season 4 moving into the ’80s that means it’s time to introduce Diana Spencer — the future Princess of Wales,...
Why Should I Watch? Hoo boy, where to start? “The Crown” remains one of television’s most consistent awards contenders, as well as one of Netflix’s most striking accomplishments of the prestige TV era. Magnificent craft work and commanding performances come together each and every season to earn your attention, even if you’re not a costumes junkie or Royals devotee. Season 4 adds an additional point of intrigue with Gillian Anderson joining the cast as Margaret Thatcher, the U.K. Prime Minister from 1979 – 1990 who respectfully spars with Queen Elizabeth, probably over tea during their weekly meetings. Always meticulous and often affecting, “The Crown” Season 4 is set to be another regal experience like no other — no other you can have at home, at least.
Bonus Reason: But wait, there’s more! With Season 4 moving into the ’80s that means it’s time to introduce Diana Spencer — the future Princess of Wales,...
- 11/8/2020
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
As it continues to focus on premium scripted content, Nordic Entertainment Group (Nent Group) has boarded MGM’s romantic comedy “Valley Girl,” a reboot of the 1983 classic starring Nicolas Cage and Deborah Foreman.
“Valley Girl” marks Nent Group’s first foray into the U.S. feature landscape and will be labeled a Viaplay Original film. As such, the movie will be available exclusively on Viaplay — Nent Group’s streaming service — in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland in July.
“Valley Girl” stars Jessica Rothe (“Happy Death Day”) and Josh Whitehouse (“The Knight Before Christmas”). Rachel Lee Goldenberg directed the film (“Between Two Ferns With Zach Galifianakis”) from Orion Classics. The vibrant 1980s soundtrack was produced by Harvey Mason Jr., who has written and produced songs for artists including Aretha Franklin, Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.
“Valley Girl” was released on in the U.S. on VOD and in select drive-in theaters...
“Valley Girl” marks Nent Group’s first foray into the U.S. feature landscape and will be labeled a Viaplay Original film. As such, the movie will be available exclusively on Viaplay — Nent Group’s streaming service — in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland in July.
“Valley Girl” stars Jessica Rothe (“Happy Death Day”) and Josh Whitehouse (“The Knight Before Christmas”). Rachel Lee Goldenberg directed the film (“Between Two Ferns With Zach Galifianakis”) from Orion Classics. The vibrant 1980s soundtrack was produced by Harvey Mason Jr., who has written and produced songs for artists including Aretha Franklin, Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.
“Valley Girl” was released on in the U.S. on VOD and in select drive-in theaters...
- 6/18/2020
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
’80s nostalgia is all the rage these days and the new romance Valley Girl is sure to appeal to any fan of the era.
In a People exclusive look at the first trailer for Valley Girl, Alicia Silverstone portrays Julie who tries to comfort her daughter (Camila Morrone) after a breakup by telling her of her own teenage romance.
In a flashback, a young Julie (Jessica Rothe of La La Land) is the ultimate ’80s Valley Girl who meets and falls in love with Randy (musician/actor Joshua Whitehouse who recently starred in Netflix’s The Knight Before Christmas), a...
In a People exclusive look at the first trailer for Valley Girl, Alicia Silverstone portrays Julie who tries to comfort her daughter (Camila Morrone) after a breakup by telling her of her own teenage romance.
In a flashback, a young Julie (Jessica Rothe of La La Land) is the ultimate ’80s Valley Girl who meets and falls in love with Randy (musician/actor Joshua Whitehouse who recently starred in Netflix’s The Knight Before Christmas), a...
- 4/16/2020
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
Superman & Lois has officially found its Lana Lang in Emmanuelle Chriqui.
The CW’s developing Supergirl spinoff, Superman & Lois, has cast Canadian actress Chriqui as a series regular, set to play the classic Superman comic book presence and frequent live-action-adapted character for the small screen Arrowverse shows, reports Deadline. The main cast role will see her join Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch, who co-star as the titular couple.
Chriqui will portray a version of the character, named Lana Lang-Cushing, who’s described as “the loan officer at Smallville Bank who stayed in Smallville when others left for something bigger and brighter. Lana reestablishes her friendship with her old friend, Clark Kent, during one of the most difficult periods in her life.”
Of course, the addition of Lana to the mix implies a major component to the series dynamic, since she is famously known as the first love of...
The CW’s developing Supergirl spinoff, Superman & Lois, has cast Canadian actress Chriqui as a series regular, set to play the classic Superman comic book presence and frequent live-action-adapted character for the small screen Arrowverse shows, reports Deadline. The main cast role will see her join Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch, who co-star as the titular couple.
Chriqui will portray a version of the character, named Lana Lang-Cushing, who’s described as “the loan officer at Smallville Bank who stayed in Smallville when others left for something bigger and brighter. Lana reestablishes her friendship with her old friend, Clark Kent, during one of the most difficult periods in her life.”
Of course, the addition of Lana to the mix implies a major component to the series dynamic, since she is famously known as the first love of...
- 4/7/2020
- by Joseph Baxter
- Den of Geek
Exclusive: Former The Passage star Emmanuelle Chriqui is set as a series regular opposite Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch in Superman & Lois, the CW’s straight-to-series drama about the iconic DC couple, from The Flash executive producer Todd Helbing, DC Universe architect Greg Berlanti and Warner Bros. TV. Chriqui will play the popular DC character Lana Lang.
Written by Helbing, based on the DC characters created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman & Lois revolves around the world’s most famous superhero and comic books’ most famous journalist, played by Hoechlin and Tulloch, as they deal with all the stress, pressures and complexities that come with being working parents in today’s society.
More from DeadlineFriday Ratings: 'Hawaii Five-0' Finale Gets Big Goodbye, As 'Shark Tank' Circles Nearby'Superman & Lois': Dylan Walsh To Co-Star As General Lane In the CW Series Based On DC CharactersThe CW...
Written by Helbing, based on the DC characters created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman & Lois revolves around the world’s most famous superhero and comic books’ most famous journalist, played by Hoechlin and Tulloch, as they deal with all the stress, pressures and complexities that come with being working parents in today’s society.
More from DeadlineFriday Ratings: 'Hawaii Five-0' Finale Gets Big Goodbye, As 'Shark Tank' Circles Nearby'Superman & Lois': Dylan Walsh To Co-Star As General Lane In the CW Series Based On DC CharactersThe CW...
- 4/7/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
There's a lot that you likely know about Vanessa Hudgens. She's an actress, singer, and dancer who rose to fame as a cast member of the High School Musical franchise. Most recently, she starred in the Netflix holiday rom-com The Knight Before Christmas and in this year's Bad Boys For Life. But the 31-year-old also harbors a deep, dark secret; one that she bravely shared with me during a phone call on March 3.
You see, Vanessa Hudgens is what we in the community call a Simmer. Simply put, she is an enthusiastic player of the iconic life simulation game The Sims, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Vanessa first discovered The Sims after watching her younger sister Stella play and has become such a dedicated Simmer that she's partnering with EA for their ongoing Play With Life campaign, which encourages fans to unleash their creativity, joy, and love of...
You see, Vanessa Hudgens is what we in the community call a Simmer. Simply put, she is an enthusiastic player of the iconic life simulation game The Sims, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Vanessa first discovered The Sims after watching her younger sister Stella play and has become such a dedicated Simmer that she's partnering with EA for their ongoing Play With Life campaign, which encourages fans to unleash their creativity, joy, and love of...
- 3/9/2020
- by Britt Stephens
- Popsugar.com
From the Horror Collective and Millennium Media comes the anticipated trailer for The Dare! Check it out before the movie is released on March 3rd on VOD, digital, and in theaters for one night only. Also in today's Horror Highlights: release details for Mondo's Godzilla: A Poster Show, The Long Dig, From the Stars... A Vampiress: An Unauthorized Vampirella’s Classic Horror Adventures, and The Deep Ones.
The Dare Trailer Revealed: "The official trailer for the upcoming award-winning horror film The Dare has been unleashed for all to experience! The film, which was produced by Millennium Media and is being distributed by The Horror Collective, will be released on March 3rd, 2020 on VOD and digital platforms. It will also have a limited, one-night release in theaters that week.
The film features lead actor Bart Edwards, who plays Urcheon in Netflix’s hit series The Witcher. Additionally, horror icon Richard Brake...
The Dare Trailer Revealed: "The official trailer for the upcoming award-winning horror film The Dare has been unleashed for all to experience! The film, which was produced by Millennium Media and is being distributed by The Horror Collective, will be released on March 3rd, 2020 on VOD and digital platforms. It will also have a limited, one-night release in theaters that week.
The film features lead actor Bart Edwards, who plays Urcheon in Netflix’s hit series The Witcher. Additionally, horror icon Richard Brake...
- 2/19/2020
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Exclusive: Nabiyah Be (Black Panther), newcomer Will Harrison, Suki Waterhouse (The Bad Batch), and Josh Whitehouse (Poldark) have been cast opposite Riley Keough and Sam Claflin in musical drama series Daisy Jones & The Six, based on the best-selling novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid, from Amazon Studios and Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine.
Daisy Jones & The Six details the spectacular rise and precipitous fall of a renowned (fictional) rock band in the 1970s.
Be will play Simone Jackson, Daisy’s closest friend and fellow musician who unexpectedly finds herself at the forefront of the underground disco scene of the mid 1970s.
Harrison will portray Graham Dunne, Billy’s little brother whose desire to form a band ignites the spark that takes them all from small town Pittsburgh boys to the top of the charts.
Waterhouse is Karen Sirko, a true original and one of the first women in the...
Daisy Jones & The Six details the spectacular rise and precipitous fall of a renowned (fictional) rock band in the 1970s.
Be will play Simone Jackson, Daisy’s closest friend and fellow musician who unexpectedly finds herself at the forefront of the underground disco scene of the mid 1970s.
Harrison will portray Graham Dunne, Billy’s little brother whose desire to form a band ignites the spark that takes them all from small town Pittsburgh boys to the top of the charts.
Waterhouse is Karen Sirko, a true original and one of the first women in the...
- 2/13/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has unveiled its most popular titles internationally with true-crime doc The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann topping the UK list and Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston comedy Murder Mystery leading in Australia.
In India, Bollywood romantic drama Kabir Singh was the most popular release, while the second season of gritty Indian crime drama, Sacred Games, topped the series list. There are also lists for France and Germany (below).
The streamer hasn’t officially revealed the methodology, but the list is thought to have been based on the number of accounts in each country that have watched at least two minutes of a title during its first 28 days on Netflix this year. For series, only the most popular season is counted and for shows and movies that have been released recently, the rankings are based on 28-day projections derived from the initial sampling.
Murder Mystery, which was directed by Kyle Newacheck...
In India, Bollywood romantic drama Kabir Singh was the most popular release, while the second season of gritty Indian crime drama, Sacred Games, topped the series list. There are also lists for France and Germany (below).
The streamer hasn’t officially revealed the methodology, but the list is thought to have been based on the number of accounts in each country that have watched at least two minutes of a title during its first 28 days on Netflix this year. For series, only the most popular season is counted and for shows and movies that have been released recently, the rankings are based on 28-day projections derived from the initial sampling.
Murder Mystery, which was directed by Kyle Newacheck...
- 12/30/2019
- by Peter White and Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready, everyone: Netflix's The Knight Before Christmas might have a sequel on the way. The latest holiday rom-com from Netflix features Vanessa Hudgens as Brooke, a modern-day science teacher who meets Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse), a medieval knight who has been magically sent to the future. Of course, magic and romance ensue, and as it turns out, there are already ideas in motion for what could come in a sequel.
Director Monika Mitchell revealed her idea for a The Knight Before Christmas sequel to Glamour - and it's probably not quite what you'd think. While the natural progression for a sequel might see more of Cole's adaptation to the modern world, or perhaps cast Brooke back in time for a reversal of the original, Mitchell suggests that a different focus might be ahead:
"Of course I can see a sequel. I think Harry Jarvis is definitely involved because...
Director Monika Mitchell revealed her idea for a The Knight Before Christmas sequel to Glamour - and it's probably not quite what you'd think. While the natural progression for a sequel might see more of Cole's adaptation to the modern world, or perhaps cast Brooke back in time for a reversal of the original, Mitchell suggests that a different focus might be ahead:
"Of course I can see a sequel. I think Harry Jarvis is definitely involved because...
- 11/28/2019
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
When Hallmark Channel contacted American Cinema Intl. president Chevonne O’Shaughnessy about producing a movie set in the Amish community, she immediately sent an outline for one. Aci had already produced three Amish-themed movies for other outlets, so she figured she’d quickly be brought on board.
But O’Shaughnessy says Hallmark didn’t call her back. And she couldn’t figure out why — but then started watching the channel. After going on a Hallmark movie binge, “all of a sudden it hit me,” she says. “I didn’t have a dog. So I added a dog. And I got a call back. It was that simple.”
The TV movie business is a fickle one, even in this era of Peak TV and new streaming services. The independent producers behind made-for-tv films must navigate tiny budgets, narrow audiences with specific tastes, outlets that want to own those titles and just a...
But O’Shaughnessy says Hallmark didn’t call her back. And she couldn’t figure out why — but then started watching the channel. After going on a Hallmark movie binge, “all of a sudden it hit me,” she says. “I didn’t have a dog. So I added a dog. And I got a call back. It was that simple.”
The TV movie business is a fickle one, even in this era of Peak TV and new streaming services. The independent producers behind made-for-tv films must navigate tiny budgets, narrow audiences with specific tastes, outlets that want to own those titles and just a...
- 11/28/2019
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix is stealing Thanksgiving’s thunder this week by filling you with the Christmas spirit a little early with Thursday’s debut of the new Dennis Quaid-led holiday series, “Merry Happy Whatever.” Yes, you read that right, a Christmas TV series.
While the streaming service has moved into the holiday movie genre over the last few years with its “A Christmas Prince” franchise and films like “The Knight Before Christmas” “Holiday in the Wild,” they’ve never done a scripted holiday-themed show before. (Competition series like “Nailed It! Holiday” and “The Great British Baking Show: Holidays” don’t count here.)
So why did creator Tucker Cawley decide to write a Christmas series and not add to the growing list of Christmas films Netflix has to offer?
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark Battle for Holiday Viewers
“Once you see it, you’re gonna be like, ‘Oh, how have...
While the streaming service has moved into the holiday movie genre over the last few years with its “A Christmas Prince” franchise and films like “The Knight Before Christmas” “Holiday in the Wild,” they’ve never done a scripted holiday-themed show before. (Competition series like “Nailed It! Holiday” and “The Great British Baking Show: Holidays” don’t count here.)
So why did creator Tucker Cawley decide to write a Christmas series and not add to the growing list of Christmas films Netflix has to offer?
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark Battle for Holiday Viewers
“Once you see it, you’re gonna be like, ‘Oh, how have...
- 11/27/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
So much for making the yuletide gay. Hallmark Channel is rolling out a total of 40 original holiday-themed movies across Hallmark and its sister network Hallmark Movies & Mysteries — not one of which features an Lgbtq character taking center stage.
And Lifetime, the network’s closest competitor in the made-for-tv holiday movie space, has a similarly poor track record: Out of 30 new original Christmas movies, none feature primary storylines about Lgbtq couples.
Lgbtq characters have appeared in Hallmark and Lifetime movies past and present — this year, Lifetime has four movies which feature queer relationships in supporting positions — but none have carried a holiday movie of their own as the co-owners of a candy cane company or lovers in Dollywood or whatever the premise may be.
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark Battle for Holiday Viewers
Netflix, which has also moved into holiday programming with films like “The Knight Before Christmas...
And Lifetime, the network’s closest competitor in the made-for-tv holiday movie space, has a similarly poor track record: Out of 30 new original Christmas movies, none feature primary storylines about Lgbtq couples.
Lgbtq characters have appeared in Hallmark and Lifetime movies past and present — this year, Lifetime has four movies which feature queer relationships in supporting positions — but none have carried a holiday movie of their own as the co-owners of a candy cane company or lovers in Dollywood or whatever the premise may be.
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark Battle for Holiday Viewers
Netflix, which has also moved into holiday programming with films like “The Knight Before Christmas...
- 11/26/2019
- by Reid Nakamura and Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
(Warning: This post contains spoilers for Netflix’s “The Knight Before Christmas.”)
Netflix launched its latest original Christmas movie, “The Knight Before Christmas” on Thursday, one of six it has set to roll out this holiday season. This film, starring Vanessa Hudgens and Josh Whitehouse, is connected to those others — and the streaming services season flicks from previous years — with little shout-outs.
Eagle-eyed viewers probably noticed that Sir Cole (Whitehouse) is seen watching “Holiday in the Wild” — one of Netflix’s 2019 offerings, starring Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe — and Brooke’s (Vanessa Hudgens) parents brought her a Christmas ornament from Aldovia — the fictional country where the “A Christmas Prince” franchise takes place — when she was a child.
Hudgens says these Easter eggs are what brings “The Knight Before Christmas” into the Netflix Holiday Movie Universe (we’re dubbing it the Nhwu right now).
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark...
Netflix launched its latest original Christmas movie, “The Knight Before Christmas” on Thursday, one of six it has set to roll out this holiday season. This film, starring Vanessa Hudgens and Josh Whitehouse, is connected to those others — and the streaming services season flicks from previous years — with little shout-outs.
Eagle-eyed viewers probably noticed that Sir Cole (Whitehouse) is seen watching “Holiday in the Wild” — one of Netflix’s 2019 offerings, starring Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe — and Brooke’s (Vanessa Hudgens) parents brought her a Christmas ornament from Aldovia — the fictional country where the “A Christmas Prince” franchise takes place — when she was a child.
Hudgens says these Easter eggs are what brings “The Knight Before Christmas” into the Netflix Holiday Movie Universe (we’re dubbing it the Nhwu right now).
Also Read: A Christmas Competition: Inside Netflix-Hallmark...
- 11/21/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
At the inaugural Afm Television Conference, Motion Picture Corporation of America chairman and CEO Brad Krevoy had good news for the audience attending the November 11 panel Made-for-tv Movies: Expanding Opportunities for Independent Filmmakers. “The next five years are going to be boom times,” said the producer of more than 150 films ranging from “Dumb and Dumber” to Netflix’s “The Knight Before Christmas.”
It’s a hopeful message, if an unfamiliar one: The American Film Market has long faced decline in the face of a disintegrating DVD market. However, Krevoy is now an integral part of Netflix’s romcom frenzy with titles like like “A Christmas Prince.” The third installment of the franchise drops on the platform next month.
Tony Vassiliadis, COO of MarVista Entertainment, said he is eyeing the moment when Netflix’s Disney and Fox licenses expire. By his estimate, that accounts for 10 percent of the Netflix library, and...
It’s a hopeful message, if an unfamiliar one: The American Film Market has long faced decline in the face of a disintegrating DVD market. However, Krevoy is now an integral part of Netflix’s romcom frenzy with titles like like “A Christmas Prince.” The third installment of the franchise drops on the platform next month.
Tony Vassiliadis, COO of MarVista Entertainment, said he is eyeing the moment when Netflix’s Disney and Fox licenses expire. By his estimate, that accounts for 10 percent of the Netflix library, and...
- 11/13/2019
- by Chris Lindahl
- Indiewire
It's not Christmas quite yet, but nevertheless, Netflix has decided to give us all a gift: the trailer for the streaming giant's upcoming rom-com starring Vanessa Hudgens, The Knight Before Christmas.
Although we'd already gotten a sneak peek at plenty of festive photos from the holiday film, the new footage gives us a better idea of what to expect. The film, as you can probably assume from the title, indeed involves a medieval knight named Sir Cole (Poldark's Josh Whitehouse) who is sent by a sorceress to present day and meets a jaded science teacher, Brooke (Hudgens), who's all but given up on love.
Brooke agrees to help the confused and overwhelmed Cole navigate the ups and downs of the modern age - Will he learn how to drive? Become obsessed with Love Island? - and try to figure out how they can send him back home. But, as luck would have it,...
Although we'd already gotten a sneak peek at plenty of festive photos from the holiday film, the new footage gives us a better idea of what to expect. The film, as you can probably assume from the title, indeed involves a medieval knight named Sir Cole (Poldark's Josh Whitehouse) who is sent by a sorceress to present day and meets a jaded science teacher, Brooke (Hudgens), who's all but given up on love.
Brooke agrees to help the confused and overwhelmed Cole navigate the ups and downs of the modern age - Will he learn how to drive? Become obsessed with Love Island? - and try to figure out how they can send him back home. But, as luck would have it,...
- 11/10/2019
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Maybe Vanessa Hudgens accidentally signed her soul away in a contract with Netflix that requires her to star in at least one cheesy Christmas movie per year. Or maybe we’ve got ourselves a new Queen of Christmas who just wants to spend her holidays frolicking with handsome foreign men, one of which may be displaced […]
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- 11/8/2019
- by Hoai-Tran Bui
- Slash Film
Universal and Paul Feig are hoping that holiday rom-coms made at the right price can still pay off theatrically with “Last Christmas,” which opens Friday starring Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding. “It’s a love letter to London and it felt like the kind of movie we need now,” says the “Bridesmaids” director.
But since the days of sentimental yet satisfying movies like “Love Actually” and “Four Christmases,” the audience for that type of romance has mostly defected to Netflix. The streamer went full-bore into holiday fare with “A Christmas Prince,” “A Christmas Prince: Royal Wedding” and “The Christmas Chronicles” with Kurt Russell. In the next few weeks, Netflix is adding “The Knight Before Christmas” and “A Christmas Baby: The Royal Prince.”
So “Last Christmas,” which is projected to open mildly at north of $10 million, will test the waters to see if there’s still a theatrical audience for lovers...
But since the days of sentimental yet satisfying movies like “Love Actually” and “Four Christmases,” the audience for that type of romance has mostly defected to Netflix. The streamer went full-bore into holiday fare with “A Christmas Prince,” “A Christmas Prince: Royal Wedding” and “The Christmas Chronicles” with Kurt Russell. In the next few weeks, Netflix is adding “The Knight Before Christmas” and “A Christmas Baby: The Royal Prince.”
So “Last Christmas,” which is projected to open mildly at north of $10 million, will test the waters to see if there’s still a theatrical audience for lovers...
- 11/7/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
"Who are we to tell him he's not who he says he is?" Netflix has revealed a trailer for the holiday romantic comedy The Knight Before Christmas, which looks more like a Hallmark Channel movie than anything Netflix should be making. It's as cheesy as they come. After a sorceress transports a medieval knight Sir Cole to present-day Ohio during the holiday season, he befriends a clever and kind science teacher who's been disillusioned by love. As they grow closer, so do their feelings for each other. Can their love overcome all the odds? Of course it can, that's how all these movies end. Starring Vanessa Hudgens as the teacher, Josh Whitehouse as the knight, and a cast including Emmanuelle Chriqui, Isabelle Franca, Ella Kenion, Harry Jarvis, and Jean-Michel Le Gal. This looks face-palm terrible with the most predictable of plots. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Monika Mitchell's The Knight Before Christmas,...
- 11/7/2019
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Sometimes you really can meet a knight in shining armor.
With the holiday season officially in full swing, Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming film The Knight Before Christmas — and it doesn’t disappoint.
The movie follows English knight Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse) who is transported from the medieval era to the present day by a sorceress. As he works to seek out his true quest and fulfill his destiny, he finds himself falling for Brooke, a high school science teacher (Vanessa Hudgens) who is disillusioned by love.
“We all grow up fantasizing about finding true love...
With the holiday season officially in full swing, Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming film The Knight Before Christmas — and it doesn’t disappoint.
The movie follows English knight Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse) who is transported from the medieval era to the present day by a sorceress. As he works to seek out his true quest and fulfill his destiny, he finds himself falling for Brooke, a high school science teacher (Vanessa Hudgens) who is disillusioned by love.
“We all grow up fantasizing about finding true love...
- 11/7/2019
- by Jodi Guglielmi
- PEOPLE.com
Netflix is kicking off November by adding a number of new movies and TV shows to the streaming platform.
The streamer is getting into the holiday spirit with the additions of the original Christmas movies Holiday in the Wild, Let It Snow, Klaus, The Knight Before Christmas and Holiday Rush.
The second seasons of The Great British Baking Show: Holidays and Nailed It! Holiday! will also help viewers celebrate the upcoming holiday season, while the new series Merry Happy Whatever will debut Nov. 28.
Awards hopeful The Irishman will be added to the streamer in November, while other original films include The King, The Man Without Gravity,...
The streamer is getting into the holiday spirit with the additions of the original Christmas movies Holiday in the Wild, Let It Snow, Klaus, The Knight Before Christmas and Holiday Rush.
The second seasons of The Great British Baking Show: Holidays and Nailed It! Holiday! will also help viewers celebrate the upcoming holiday season, while the new series Merry Happy Whatever will debut Nov. 28.
Awards hopeful The Irishman will be added to the streamer in November, while other original films include The King, The Man Without Gravity,...
- 10/31/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Netflix is kicking off November by adding a number of new movies and TV shows to the streaming platform.
The streamer is getting into the holiday spirit with the additions of the original Christmas movies Holiday in the Wild, Let It Snow, Klaus, The Knight Before Christmas and Holiday Rush.
The second seasons of The Great British Baking Show: Holidays and Nailed It! Holiday! will also help viewers celebrate the upcoming holiday season, while the new series Merry Happy Whatever will debut Nov. 28.
Awards hopeful The Irishman will be added to the streamer in November, while other original films include The King, The Man Without Gravity,...
The streamer is getting into the holiday spirit with the additions of the original Christmas movies Holiday in the Wild, Let It Snow, Klaus, The Knight Before Christmas and Holiday Rush.
The second seasons of The Great British Baking Show: Holidays and Nailed It! Holiday! will also help viewers celebrate the upcoming holiday season, while the new series Merry Happy Whatever will debut Nov. 28.
Awards hopeful The Irishman will be added to the streamer in November, while other original films include The King, The Man Without Gravity,...
- 10/31/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In a small, quaint room on the top floor of a sprawling bed and breakfast in Bracebridge, Canada, Vanessa Hudgens curls up in a wicker armchair and releases a deep sigh. She spent the afternoon unpacking and repacking a cardboard box filled to the brim with Christmas ornaments as a picturesque sprinkle of snow fell gently outside the window, and now she finally has a moment to put down the glittery tree toppers and take a breather. No, I'm not casually hanging out with the superstar at home for the holidays - I'm getting a glimpse of what it's like on the set of Netflix's newest holiday rom-com, The Knight Before Christmas.
Previously a staple of networks like Hallmark and Lifetime, holiday-themed romantic comedies have become one of Netflix's most beloved seasonal offerings ever since its breakout hit A Christmas Prince in 2017. Loved for just how unabashedly cheesy it could be,...
Previously a staple of networks like Hallmark and Lifetime, holiday-themed romantic comedies have become one of Netflix's most beloved seasonal offerings ever since its breakout hit A Christmas Prince in 2017. Loved for just how unabashedly cheesy it could be,...
- 10/18/2019
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Alec Bojalad Oct 16, 2019
Who said "too early?" Netflix has unveiled their holiday movie and TV show lineup for the 2019 holiday season.
Proving once and for all that the tyranny of Christmas and the holiday season knows no bounds, Netflix has released a full list of their upcoming holiday movies and TV shows for the 2019 holiday season.
Yes, the announcement comes before Halloween has even had its say but we're just the messengers here. Plus, it's never too early to better plot out your holiday movie and TV watching schedule. A splash page for Netflix's "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Netflix" lineup can be found here. The streamer also provided a helpful teaser of all the new holiday content.
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The festivities begin in earnest on November 1 with the Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe starring Holiday in the Wild.
Who said "too early?" Netflix has unveiled their holiday movie and TV show lineup for the 2019 holiday season.
Proving once and for all that the tyranny of Christmas and the holiday season knows no bounds, Netflix has released a full list of their upcoming holiday movies and TV shows for the 2019 holiday season.
Yes, the announcement comes before Halloween has even had its say but we're just the messengers here. Plus, it's never too early to better plot out your holiday movie and TV watching schedule. A splash page for Netflix's "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Netflix" lineup can be found here. The streamer also provided a helpful teaser of all the new holiday content.
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The festivities begin in earnest on November 1 with the Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe starring Holiday in the Wild.
- 10/17/2019
- Den of Geek
Netflix has rolled out their list of original programming that will be coming our way this holiday season that includes original holiday movies, series, new seasons of returning shows, and all sorts of fun stuff to look forward to. Check out the titles and descriptions below with some great stars and stories for everyone. Look it over, and let us know what you’re looking forward to on the list.
Netflix Films
Holiday in the Wild
Available 11/1/19
Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe star as a Manhattanite and a pilot who rescue an orphaned baby elephant. Far from the modern luxuries of home, Kate thrives amidst majestic animals and scenery. Her love for the new surroundings just might extend to the man who shared her journey.
Let it Snow
Available 11/8/19
When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and love lives colliding.
Netflix Films
Holiday in the Wild
Available 11/1/19
Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe star as a Manhattanite and a pilot who rescue an orphaned baby elephant. Far from the modern luxuries of home, Kate thrives amidst majestic animals and scenery. Her love for the new surroundings just might extend to the man who shared her journey.
Let it Snow
Available 11/8/19
When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and love lives colliding.
- 10/16/2019
- by Jessica Fisher
- GeekTyrant
In today’s TV news roundup, Netflix unveiled the premiere dates for its upcoming holiday programming and the CW renewed “The Outpost.”
Dates
Netflix has announced the release dates for all of its upcoming holiday series and films. Beginning Nov. 1, the streaming service will kick off the holiday season with “Holiday in the Wild” starring Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe. Other Netflix original titles include “Let it Snow” starring Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Kiernan Shipka, Odeya Rush, Jacob Batalon, Miles Robbins, Mitchell Hope, Liv Hewson, Anna Akana and Joan Cusack, premiering Nov. 8; “The Great British Baking Show: Holidays: Season 2″ premiering Nov. 8; “Klaus “ starring J.K. Simmons, Jason Schwartzman, Rashida Jones, Joan Cusack, Norm Macdonald and Will Sasso, premiering Nov. 15; “The Knight Before Christmas” starring Vanessa Hudgens, Josh Whitehouse, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Harry Jarvis, Mimi Gianopulos and Ella Kenion, premiering Nov. 21; “Nailed It! Holiday!: Season 2” premiering Nov. 22; “Super Monsters Save Christmas” premiering Nov.
Dates
Netflix has announced the release dates for all of its upcoming holiday series and films. Beginning Nov. 1, the streaming service will kick off the holiday season with “Holiday in the Wild” starring Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe. Other Netflix original titles include “Let it Snow” starring Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Kiernan Shipka, Odeya Rush, Jacob Batalon, Miles Robbins, Mitchell Hope, Liv Hewson, Anna Akana and Joan Cusack, premiering Nov. 8; “The Great British Baking Show: Holidays: Season 2″ premiering Nov. 8; “Klaus “ starring J.K. Simmons, Jason Schwartzman, Rashida Jones, Joan Cusack, Norm Macdonald and Will Sasso, premiering Nov. 15; “The Knight Before Christmas” starring Vanessa Hudgens, Josh Whitehouse, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Harry Jarvis, Mimi Gianopulos and Ella Kenion, premiering Nov. 21; “Nailed It! Holiday!: Season 2” premiering Nov. 22; “Super Monsters Save Christmas” premiering Nov.
- 10/15/2019
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix announced this year’s holiday line-up today, a roster of original programming of Christmas-themed series, films, special episodes and children’s programming.
Here’s the line-up, along with some first-look photos.
Netflix Films
Holiday in the Wild
Available 11/1/19
Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe star as a Manhattanite and a pilot who rescue an orphaned baby elephant. Far from the modern luxuries of home, Kate thrives amidst majestic animals and scenery. Her love for the new surroundings just might extend to the man who shared her journey.
Let it Snow
Available 11/8/19
When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and love lives colliding. Cast includes Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Odeya Rush, Liv Hewson, Mitchell Hope, Kiernan Shipka, Jacob Batalon, and Joan Cusack.
Klaus
Available 11/15/19
When Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) distinguishes himself as the postal academy’s worst student, he...
Here’s the line-up, along with some first-look photos.
Netflix Films
Holiday in the Wild
Available 11/1/19
Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe star as a Manhattanite and a pilot who rescue an orphaned baby elephant. Far from the modern luxuries of home, Kate thrives amidst majestic animals and scenery. Her love for the new surroundings just might extend to the man who shared her journey.
Let it Snow
Available 11/8/19
When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and love lives colliding. Cast includes Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Odeya Rush, Liv Hewson, Mitchell Hope, Kiernan Shipka, Jacob Batalon, and Joan Cusack.
Klaus
Available 11/15/19
When Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) distinguishes himself as the postal academy’s worst student, he...
- 10/15/2019
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Rob Lowe and Vanessa Hudgens are two of the Hollywood stars getting in the holiday spirit early this year, as they’re set to star in some festive original movies that were announced Tuesday as part of Netflix’s 2019 holiday movie and TV slate.
Lowe will star with Kristin Davis in a romance titled “Holiday in the Wild,” which will drop on the streaming service on Nov. 1. It’s the first of six original films Netflix is rolling out ahead of the Christmas season. Hudgens will also star in “The Knight Before Christmas” alongside Josh Whitehouse, which debuts on Nov. 21. Hudgens plays a woman looking for love who meets a regal gentleman who believes that he’s actually a royal knight from the medieval era.
Also coming to Netflix is a new series from “Everybody Loves Raymond” creator Tucker Cawley called “Merry Happy Whatever,” starring Dennis Quaid, Bridgit Mendler and Brent Morin.
Lowe will star with Kristin Davis in a romance titled “Holiday in the Wild,” which will drop on the streaming service on Nov. 1. It’s the first of six original films Netflix is rolling out ahead of the Christmas season. Hudgens will also star in “The Knight Before Christmas” alongside Josh Whitehouse, which debuts on Nov. 21. Hudgens plays a woman looking for love who meets a regal gentleman who believes that he’s actually a royal knight from the medieval era.
Also coming to Netflix is a new series from “Everybody Loves Raymond” creator Tucker Cawley called “Merry Happy Whatever,” starring Dennis Quaid, Bridgit Mendler and Brent Morin.
- 10/15/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Alec Bojalad Nov 9, 2019
Netflix has the deepest offerings of Christmas movies in the streaming world. Make sense of them here!
Christmas is a stressful time of year for many people.
There are gifts to buy, family to see, and cars to dig out of the snow. Thankfully, the holiday cheer makes up for a lot of it. And when holiday cheer can't get you all the way there, there are Christmas movies to make up the rest.
further reading: The Best Christmas Movies Available to Stream
Netflix has the deepest roster of Christmas movies of all the major streaming options. So we've compiled a list of the best Christmas movies available on Netflix.
Be sure to point out any we've missed!
Black Mirror: White Christmas (2014)
Those looking for Christmas cheer won't find it here. Black Mirror isn't necessarily known for its happy endings and it's 2014 Christmas special, "White Christmas" is no different.
Netflix has the deepest offerings of Christmas movies in the streaming world. Make sense of them here!
Christmas is a stressful time of year for many people.
There are gifts to buy, family to see, and cars to dig out of the snow. Thankfully, the holiday cheer makes up for a lot of it. And when holiday cheer can't get you all the way there, there are Christmas movies to make up the rest.
further reading: The Best Christmas Movies Available to Stream
Netflix has the deepest roster of Christmas movies of all the major streaming options. So we've compiled a list of the best Christmas movies available on Netflix.
Be sure to point out any we've missed!
Black Mirror: White Christmas (2014)
Those looking for Christmas cheer won't find it here. Black Mirror isn't necessarily known for its happy endings and it's 2014 Christmas special, "White Christmas" is no different.
- 12/11/2017
- Den of Geek
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