Colombian Reggaeton star J Balvin's life story is coming to Amazon Prime Video as a documentary, THE BOY FROM MEDELLÍN. Monday, Amazon announced the streaming channel acquired the new documentary from Matthew Heineman (WHEN LAMBS BECOME LIONS, A PRIVATE WAR).
Remember "The Star Wars Holiday Special" back in 1978? Disney has announced a follow-up to the Holiday special in LEGO form for Disney+ airing Tuesday, November 17. The cast of the new STAR WARS movies will return in an animated version in the "LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special.” The Disney press release reveals the story directly follows the events of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER, so in a way we're getting a sequel.
Nicky Jam's life story and rise to fame is recreated for Netflix's bio-series, “Nicky Jam: El Ganador" now airing. To support his new Netflix show, Nicky has released a new version of the music video “Muévelo” ft. Daddy Yankee.
Dave Chappelle felt compelled to put on an impromptu stand-up special in the wake of George Floyd's murder by a Minneapolis cop. The half-hour special he titled "8:46" in reference to how long a knee was to his neck, is streaming for free on Netflix's YouTube channel, the comedian tackles the protest, CNN's Don Lemon, a black conseravatives' view of Floyd's culpability (she will remain unnamed) and give historical context of racial injustice. While there are some funny gags, Chapelle uses the time to rant about the events of the last two weeks.
Disney+'s hit series, "Diary of a Future President" from Gina Rodriguez's production banner will return for a second season with Rodriguez returning to play the adult Elena. See the details about the news below.
The world is going through a rough time trying to deal with a global pandemic, and some industries have had to temporarily close shop. Into the fifth month of the year, new movies have been released, but as you would expect, theaters are closed. That leaves online movie streaming the only way to catch new releases, with top sites like streamingwars.com offering plenty of options for movie lovers.
The "Full House" sequel on Netflix will be coming to an end with the farewell season to "Fuller House,' and Netflix has just released a trailer to the fifth season.
On May 11, Comcast will bring back Xfinity Watchathon Week with Hulu Originals like ‘Little Fires Everywhere,’ ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ ‘Ramy’ and ‘Shrill.’ Free programming will be available across Xfinity platforms including X1, Flex and Xfinity Stream. See what else you can watch for free from May 11 - 17.
Many in the motion picture and television industry have been hit hard by the COVID-19 shutdown. The Hollywood Critics Association will be hosting a triviathon to raise money for many in need at this time. The event will take place Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. PST/7:30 p.m. EST on HCA's YouTube and Twitch channels. See the press release for details on how to play and donate if you can.
Yet another streaming service is entering the crowded field with NBC and Universal Pictures launching Peacock Premium July 15 with a huge library to rival Disney+. X1 and Flex Customers customers will be able to sample the new service now before the summer launch at no additional cost. See what's coming to Peacock Premium.
Apple TV+ is making their streaming service much more kid-friendly given parents need lot of content during the Covid-19 quarantine. Apple is bringing back Jim Henson's classic 80s characters, The Fraggles in “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!,” and the first episode is now streaming along with other educational programming for families for free for a limited time.
No doubt parents need a virtual babysitter right now as children are home 24/7 amid the coronavirus lockdown. Sony Pictures Entertainment may have the answer. Tuesday, Sony Pictures unveiled their new YouTube channel, Kids Zone with interactive material for young children. Get the details below.
No doubt everyone will have a lot of time on their hands while in isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. The only good news out of the crisis is that we'll have time to binge-watch movies and televison shows all day long. Now more studios are taking Universal's route and releasing current film releases on VOD early. Warner Bros. will be releasing Margot Robbie's BIRDS OF PREY and Guy Ritchie's THE GENTLEMEN, and Vin Diesel's recent release BLOODSHOT is also coming to an early digital release.
As movie theaters close for business in the United States and around the world because of the COVID-19 pandemic, studios are scrambling to figure out what to do with their latest movie releases. Universal Pictures announced Monday their upcoming TROLLS WORLD TOUR and recent film releases like THE INVISIBLE MAN, THE HUNT and EMMA will be made available for rent on digital starting as soon as Friday, March 20.
With the coronavirus crisis isolating many, Disney is making FROZEN 2 available three months early on Disney+ this Sunday. The Disney announcement (see below) states the move is based on the current global pandemic of coronavirus. "Disney+ adds FROZEN 2 early for families during these challenging times," say the release. No doubt watching FROZEN 2 will put a smile on many faces.
"Narcos: Mexico" season 2 premieres February 13, and it seems Diego Luna's cartel boss not only has the DEA led by Scoot McNairy, after him for killing Michael Pena's DEA agent Camarena but the Cali Cartel may be after him as well. In the new trailer released from Netflix, Diego's Feliz Gallardo is taking the Cali Cartel's cocaine business for himself and the players from the prior seasons will be re-entering the picture for revenge. Can't wait.
Premiering February 21, "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" on Disney+ will conclude the saga between Darth Maul and Ahsoka, Anakin Skywalker transformation to the dark side with 12 new episodes from Dave Filoni. A new trailer and poster was released.
Sabrina the teenage witch is back for more adventures with the dark lord in season 3 of "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" on Netflix. Kiernan Shipka and her costars Ross Lynch, Gavin Leatherwood, Chance Perdomo and Tati Gabrielle recap the first two seasons so you're all caught up when the new season premieres Friday, January 24.
Netflix has ordered a second season of the Luis Miguel series starring Diego Boneta as the Mexican crooner. Netflix released a press release announcing the return of the series which will begin production next month. Netflix also revealed the show will have play with the timeline. More details in the press release below.
Diego Luna's Felix Gallardo is in for some hurting in season 2 of "Narcos Mexico" after killing DEA agent Kiki Camarena (Michael Pena) in season 1. The DEA is after him with a new DEA agent arriving to capture America's most wanted man in Mexico.
Diego Luna's Felix Gallardo is in for some hurting in season 2 of "Narcos Mexico" after killing DEA agent Kiki Camarena (Michael Pena) in season 1. The DEA is after him with a new DEA agent arriving to capture America's most wanted man in Mexico.
Netflix's "Lost in Space" may be the best series for the whole family. The compelling characters, the constant peril of the crew in space and the special bond the Robinson family shares keeps the suspense going for 10 episodes.
The sequel to TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE arrives in less than two months, and Netflix has released a trailer that teases the love triangle that was hinted at the conclusion of the first movie. Lana Condor and 2019 breakout Noah Centineo reprise their role as love birds Lara Jean and Peter. Watch the new preview for TO ALL THE BOYS: P.S. I STILL LOVE YOU below.
"The Walking Dead" and TWILIGHT actress Christian Serratos will be playing the iconic Mexican regional singer for the new Netlix series based on her life. Production has started for the six one-hour episodes. Take a first look at Christian getting into the spirit of Selena.
Not only is Hilary Duff reprising her role as Lizzie McGuire for the Disney+ new series but she's getting the original actors back as her family fifteen years later. Read the official press release below.
The show will premiere on Disney+ which launches November 12.