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Comedy ‘Little’ Graduating to Digital June 25, Disc July 9 From Universal
The “body swap” comedy Little will arrive on digital (including Movies Anywhere) June 25 and Blu-Ray, DVD and on demand July 9 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Regina Hall (Girls Trip, “Black Monday”) and Marsai Martin (“Black-ish”) star as Jordan Sanders — Hall as the take-no-prisoners tech mogul adult version of Jordan and Martin as … Continue reading “Comedy ‘Little’ Graduating to Digital June 25, Disc July 9 From Universal”
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Disney’s ‘Cinderella’ Waltzes to Digital June 18, Disc June 25 for Its 70th
For its upcoming 70th anniversary, Cinderella will waltz into the Walt Disney Signature Collection on digital HD (including Movies Anywhere) June 18 and Blu-ray and DVD June 25. Recently added to the National Film Registry, the animated classic centers on kind and hardworking Cinderella, who is ordered around by her cruel stepmother and her awful stepsisters. When … Continue reading “Disney’s ‘Cinderella’ Waltzes to Digital June 18, Disc June 25 for Its 70th”
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Disney+ Streaming Service to Offer Original Shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios
Walt Disney Animation Studios (Disney Animation) has launched an internal program enabling animators at the company to pitch their own short films to stream on the parent company’s Disney+ subscription streaming video service bowing in November. Dubbed “Short Circuit” experimental films, the program’s selected content will begin streaming on Disney+ in early 2020. Initial titles … Continue reading “Disney+ Streaming Service to Offer Original Shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios”
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Lionsgate Bringing Back ‘Saw’ Horror Franchise, Thanks to Chris Rock
Saw the comedy? Lionsgate is going back to the vault with a reboot of its successful Saw horror franchise. In a twist, the newest theatrical edition — slated for release in 2020 — was conceived by stand-up comic Chris Rock, who will executive produce. “When Chris Rock came to us and described in chilling detail his fantastic … Continue reading “Lionsgate Bringing Back ‘Saw’ Horror Franchise, Thanks to Chris Rock”
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Bob Iger: Disney Prepared to ‘Pivot’ in New Direction with Hulu Ownership
Disney’s acquisition of Comcast’s 33% stake in Hulu for total control of the SVOD platform is part of the Mickey Mouse company’s move toward engaging with consumers directly, CEO Bob Iger told an investor group. The transaction also enables Disney to roll out Hulu and Disney+ internationally unfettered by possible conflicts with Comcast’s ownership of … Continue reading “Bob Iger: Disney Prepared to ‘Pivot’ in New Direction with Hulu Ownership”
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Netflix Gets ‘First Look’ at Dark Horse Entertainment Intellectual Property
Who needs Marvel Studios? Netflix has closed a first look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment – owner of the streamer’s “The Umbrella Academy” series, which was just renewed for a second season. Under the new agreement, Dark Horse is giving Netflix a first look at its intellectual property for both film and TV and has … Continue reading “Netflix Gets ‘First Look’ at Dark Horse Entertainment Intellectual Property”
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Netflix Plans ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ Interactive Special
Netflix has ordered an “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” interactive special, according to the SVOD service. The Universal comedy series, created and executive produced by Tina Fey, stars Ellie Kemper, Tituss Burgess, Jane Krakowski and Carol Kane. “We’re thrilled to announce that we’re about to start production on an all-new interactive ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ special, set to debut on Netflix in … Continue reading “Netflix Plans ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ Interactive Special”
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Netflix Greenlights ‘Sacred Games’ Second Season; Korean Espionage Drama ‘Vagabond’
As expected, Netflix has greenlighted a second season of “Sacred Games,” the eight-episode Indian police drama starring Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan that became a global hit for the subscription streaming video behemoth. “Games” is one of six new original programs Netflix has in production in India in 2019. While the Mumbai-set crime drama was … Continue reading “Netflix Greenlights ‘Sacred Games’ Second Season; Korean Espionage Drama ‘Vagabond’”
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Netflix Inks Production Deal With Regina King
Netflix has entered into a multiyear first look deal with director, producer, and award-winning actress Regina King and her production company Royal Ties to produce films and series for the service. Her sister, Reina King, will serve as head of production of the shingle. Subscribe HERE to the FREE Media Play News Daily Newsletter! Named … Continue reading “Netflix Inks Production Deal With Regina King”
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Netflix Inks Streaming Deal with Thai Boys Soccer Team Rescued from Underwater Cave
Netflix has signed a deal with the Thailand “Wild Boars” boys soccer team and their coach for a future miniseries about their rescue from an underground cave. Netflix and SK Global Entertainment inked a deal with 13 Thamluang, an LLC established by the boys (ages 11 to 16) and their 25-year-old coach following their 17-day … Continue reading “Netflix Inks Streaming Deal with Thai Boys Soccer Team Rescued from Underwater Cave”
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Mike Myers to Produce and Star in Netflix Comedy Series
Netflix has ordered a half-hour limited comedy series produced by and starring Mike Myers, in which he plays multiple characters, according to the service. “I love creating characters, and Netflix has given me a fantastic playground to play in,” said Myers in a statement. The series will have six episodes and, in addition to Myers, … Continue reading “Mike Myers to Produce and Star in Netflix Comedy Series”
