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Jacksonville-based bakers to star on Hulu’s brand-new competition series ‘Cake Toppers’
Read full article: Jacksonville-based bakers to star on Hulu’s brand-new competition series ‘Cake Toppers’For Goodness Cake, a micro business in the Cobblestone area in East Arlington run by a married couple, will star in Hulu’s brand-new competition series, Cake Toppers, which is scheduled to drop on Hulu on Nov. 18.
'Shogun' leads all Emmy nominees with 25 and 'The Bear' sets comedy series record with 23
Read full article: 'Shogun' leads all Emmy nominees with 25 and 'The Bear' sets comedy series record with 23“The Bear” has gone on a tear at Wednesday morning’s Emmy nominations with a comedy-series record 23, and “Shogun” led all nominees with 25 in a dominant year across categories for FX.
What to stream this weekend: Conan O’Brien travels, 'Migration' soars and Taylor Swift reigns
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Conan O’Brien travels, 'Migration' soars and Taylor Swift reignsThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Taylor Swift's eagerly anticipated album “The Tortured Poets Department,” a family of ducks is coaxed into flying south for the winter in the kid-friendly animated movie “Migration” and Conan O’Brien makes himself the brunt of jokes in his new travel show “Conan O’Brien Must Go” for Max.
Relive the historic O.J. Simpson case by watching ‘American Crime Story,’ now on Hulu
Read full article: Relive the historic O.J. Simpson case by watching ‘American Crime Story,’ now on HuluIf you were old enough to remember the O.J. Simpson trial, then you surely will never forget the day the verdict was released.
TELL US: How many streaming services do you have and how much do you pay per month in total?
Read full article: TELL US: How many streaming services do you have and how much do you pay per month in total?Ampere Analysis predicts that streaming revenue in the United States will surpass cable TV in 2024. With streaming subscriptions already outpacing pay TV subscribers, the revenue generated from streaming services is finally catching up.
Spend this holiday TV season with Paddington, Melissa McCarthy, Lori Loughlin and more
Read full article: Spend this holiday TV season with Paddington, Melissa McCarthy, Lori Loughlin and moreAs the temperature drops (in many places), the holiday TV calendar is heating up with a variety of festive options.
Disney to acquire the remainder of Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billion
Read full article: Disney to acquire the remainder of Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billionWalt Disney Co. said it will acquire a 33% stake in Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billion, a deal that will give Disney full control of the streaming service.
What's streaming now: Annette Bening, Jason Aldean, 'Planet Earth,' NKOTB and 'Blue Eye Samurai'
Read full article: What's streaming now: Annette Bening, Jason Aldean, 'Planet Earth,' NKOTB and 'Blue Eye Samurai'This week’s new entertainment releases include a studio album from Jason Aldean and a posthumous release from Jimmy Buffett, a new Hulu series inspired from Charmaine Wilkerson’s novel “Black Cake” and Annette Bening portrays a real-life hero who swam the treacherous passage from Cuba to Key West in 2013.
What to stream this weekend: Post Malone, 'Beanie Bubble,' 'This Fool,' Rolling Stones and 'Heels'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Post Malone, 'Beanie Bubble,' 'This Fool,' Rolling Stones and 'Heels'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Post Malone, a movie starring Zach Galifianakis about the creation of the cute collectable Beanie Babies and a video game for the whole family with Disney Illusion Island.
What to stream this weekend: Jack Harlow's acting debut, Kesha, Scott brothers on HGTV
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Jack Harlow's acting debut, Kesha, Scott brothers on HGTVThis week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Kesha and Dave Matthews Band, while rapper Jack Harlow stars in a remake of “White Men Can’t Jump” and wilderness expert Bear Grylls tests contestants on their survival skills, physicality and gross-out tolerance with "I Survived Bear Grylls.”.
New this week: Brooke Shields, 'Grease' prequel and NF album
Read full article: New this week: Brooke Shields, 'Grease' prequel and NF albumThis week’s new entertainment releases include an album from Michigan rapper NF, a two-part documentary about Brooke Shields on Hulu, and Kathryn Hahn portraying a character inspired by writer Cheryl Strayed in the series “Tiny Beautiful Things.”.
New this week: 'Rye Lane,' 'Tetris,' 'Riverdale' and Chlöe
Read full article: New this week: 'Rye Lane,' 'Tetris,' 'Riverdale' and ChlöeThis week’s new entertainment releases include the romantic comedy “Rye Lane” set in modern London, the series “Riverdale” returns for its final season on the CW and PBS celebrates the career of songwriter Joni Mitchell.
New this week: 'Ted Lasso,' U2 and 'The Boston Strangler'
Read full article: New this week: 'Ted Lasso,' U2 and 'The Boston Strangler'This week’s new entertainment releases include the return of “Ted Lasso” with all the heart and one-liners we've come to expect, a re-telling of “Marie Antoinette” on PBS and Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon playing reporters on the trail of a serial killer in Hulu's “The Boston Strangler.”.
New this week: 'True Lies,' Wallen and 'Creed' film fest
Read full article: New this week: 'True Lies,' Wallen and 'Creed' film festThis week’s new entertainment releases include a whopping 36-song album from Morgan Wallen, the arrival on Hulu of the best picture Oscar nominee and Palme d’Or winner “Triangle of Sadness” and CBS has a new TV series inspired by the film “True Lies.”.
New this week: 'Halloween Ends,' 'Rosaline' and The 1975
Read full article: New this week: 'Halloween Ends,' 'Rosaline' and The 1975This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from The 1975 and Red Hot Chili Peppers, some sort of conclusion to the Michael Myers saga with the arrival of the horror thriller “Halloween Ends” and a new TV spin-off from the “Supernatural” franchise.”.
New this week: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' and 'Goodnight Mommy'
Read full article: New this week: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' and 'Goodnight Mommy'This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Little Big Town and Marcus Mumford, “The Handmaid’s Tale” returns with high stakes for the future of Gilead, and twin brothers go to their mother’s house for a stay but find something is off about her in the film “Goodnight Mommy.”.
New this week: 'Not Okay,' 'Amber Brown' and 'Honor Society'
Read full article: New this week: 'Not Okay,' 'Amber Brown' and 'Honor Society'This week’s new entertainment releases include new music from Wiz Khalifa and Maggie Rogers, Neil Patrick Harris playing an unattached gay man in his 40s in New York City in Netflix’s “Uncoupled,” and modern influencer culture is skewered in the smart new Hulu satire “Not Okay.”.
This is how you can stream Lollapalooza 2022 from the comfort of your couch
Read full article: This is how you can stream Lollapalooza 2022 from the comfort of your couchIt’s hot out this summer, so we don’t blame you for not hoping on the first flight to Chicago so you can stand in the middle of the hot city at a music festival surrounded by Gen Zers.
Clintons interview Kim Kardashian, Steinem on Apple TV+ show
Read full article: Clintons interview Kim Kardashian, Steinem on Apple TV+ showHillary Rodham Clinton and her daughter, Chelsea, interview the likes of Kim Kardashian, Megan Thee Stallion and Gloria Steinem for their upcoming streaming series.
New this week: 'The Sea Beast,' early Elton John, 'Maggie'
Read full article: New this week: 'The Sea Beast,' early Elton John, 'Maggie'This week’s new entertainment releases include two lost albums from rock superstars Neil Young and Elton John, more than two dozen contestants of reality shows like “Survivor,” “The Amazing Race” and “Big Brother” facing off in the contest “The Challenge: USA,” and Netflix’s “The Sea Beast” brings a “Moby Dick”-like tale down to kid size.
New this week: 'Only Murders in the Building,' 'More Power'
Read full article: New this week: 'Only Murders in the Building,' 'More Power'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Imagine Dragons, the reuniting of “Home Improvement” sitcom buddies Tim Allen and Richard Karn for “More Power” and the return of Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez as unlikely crime-solving New York City neighbors in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.”.
New this week: J.Lo doc, 'Martin' reunion and 'Spiderhead'
Read full article: New this week: J.Lo doc, 'Martin' reunion and 'Spiderhead'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album of guided meditation by Alanis Morissette, a Jennifer Lopez documentary leading up to her halftime performance at the Super Bowl in 2020 and a new “Father of the Bride” remake starring Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan.
New this week: 'Interceptor,' Post Malone and 'Fire Island'
Read full article: New this week: 'Interceptor,' Post Malone and 'Fire Island'This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Post Malone and Drive-By Truckers, “Fast & Furious” alum Elsa Pataky leading her own action picture with “Interceptor,” and the modern romantic comedy “Fire Island,” set in the iconic LGBTQ vacation spot.
New this week: Harry Styles, 'Angelyne' and 'The Valet'
Read full article: New this week: Harry Styles, 'Angelyne' and 'The Valet'This week’s new entertainment releases include Harry Styles' third solo album, a reboot of “Chip ’n Dale: Rescue Rangers” that has attracted some top “Saturday Night Live” alums, and Emmy Rossum stars in a series about media personality Angelyne.
New this week: Arcade Fire, 'Hatching,' Three Mile Island
Read full article: New this week: Arcade Fire, 'Hatching,' Three Mile IslandThis week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Arcade Fire, a documentary about Sheryl Crow that's described as an “intimate story of song and sacrifice” and a four-part documentary about the Three Mile Island nuclear disaster.
5 TV shows we can’t stop watching right now, from ‘Outlander’ to ‘Abbott Elementary’
Read full article: 5 TV shows we can’t stop watching right now, from ‘Outlander’ to ‘Abbott Elementary’We’re just a few months into the new year, and already, there has been SO much good TV to watch. It’s hard to keep up these days!
These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month
Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History MonthAs we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.
New this week: 'Pam & Tommy,' Olympics and the doc 'Torn'
Read full article: New this week: 'Pam & Tommy,' Olympics and the doc 'Torn'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album from pop singer-songwriter Mitski, the opening ceremonies of the winter Olympics from Beijing and the documentary “Torn” about the aftermath of a climbing tragedy.
Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAP
Read full article: Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAPJanuary always feels like the longest month of the year, and since we’re almost at the end, you’re probably looking for some new shows or movies to watch to ease your boredom.
The ultimate guide for watching Christmas movies this month
Read full article: The ultimate guide for watching Christmas movies this monthIt’s that time of year again: To watch all of the classic (and a few new) Christmas movies -- and given how 2021 has gone, we could all use a little holiday cheer these days, right?
New this week: 'Becoming Cousteau,' Gaga and Tony Bennett
Read full article: New this week: 'Becoming Cousteau,' Gaga and Tony BennettThis week’s new entertainment releases include the first ever album of covers by Deep Purple, an acclaimed documentary about undersea explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau on Disney+ and a concert video of Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga.
'Reservation Dogs' smashes stereotypes of Indigenous people
Read full article: 'Reservation Dogs' smashes stereotypes of Indigenous peopleTwo Indigenous filmmakers are smashing the caricatures and stereotypes of Native Americans, who are often portrayed in TV and films as bloodthirsty killers standing in the way of white, westward expansion.
Watch what you like on streaming -- assuming you can find it
Read full article: Watch what you like on streaming -- assuming you can find itAs streaming services proliferate, it’s becoming more of a challenge to track down your favorite TV shows and blockbuster movies when streaming services can change up their offerings every month.
Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in boxer's take on his life
Read full article: Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in boxer's take on his lifeFoxx will play the boxing great in the project that also counts Foxx and filmmaker Martin Scorsese as producers. (Photos by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, left, and Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)LOS ANGELES – Mike Tyson is getting in the TV drama ring against himself. On the heels of Hulu's announcement of a Tyson miniseries to be made without his involvement, the boxing great said he's producing a limited series starring Jamie Foxx. Filmmaker Martin Scorsese and Foxx also are among the producers. Last month, Hulu said it had ordered the eight-episode series “Iron Mike,” saying it would explore the “the wild, tragic and controversial life and career” of a polarizing athlete.
Critics amused by fun, flare from movie studios during awards seasons
Read full article: Critics amused by fun, flare from movie studios during awards seasonsThe movie awards experience can be crazy for those nominated. Netflix even sent a nice folder, featuring a sheet of music from the “Mank” soundtrack, signed by the composers. Ad“The United States vs. Billie Holiday” tells the story of the acclaimed singer, known for wearing a gardenia in her hair, so the studio shipped fragrance oil diffusers with the scent of Tahitian gardenia. In “Palm Springs,” Andy Samberg drinks a lot of “Akupara” beer, so Hulu shipped a four-pack of specially-created brewskis to critics. “Borat” star Sacha Baron Cohen not only made a direct appeal for awards consideration, but also did a public service, sending out some personal protective equipment.
Hulu sets Mike Tyson miniseries, but the boxer punches back
Read full article: Hulu sets Mike Tyson miniseries, but the boxer punches backFILE - In this Aug. 2, 2019, file photo, Mike Tyson attends a celebrity golf tournament in Dana Point, Calif. Hulu on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, announced it has ordered Iron Mike, a limited series about the life of boxing great Mike Tyson. (Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Hulu announced it has ordered a limited series dramatizing the life of boxing great Mike Tyson, who quickly slammed the production as “cultural misappropriation.”In a press release Thursday, Hulu said “Iron Mike” will explore “the wild, tragic and controversial life and career” of a polarizing athlete. Tyson, who is not involved in the project, criticized Hulu on social media, saying the series smacked of insensitivity. “Hulu’s announcement to do an unauthorized mini-series of the Tyson story without compensation, although unfortunate, isn’t surprising,” Tyson said in an Instagram post. The eight-episode “Iron Mike” is from the makers of “I, Tonya,” the 2017 movie that starred Margot Robbie as ice skater Tonya Harding.
These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month
Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History MonthAs we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.
Hillary Clinton and Louise Penny co-writing mystery novel
Read full article: Hillary Clinton and Louise Penny co-writing mystery novelFILE - Former secretary of state Hillary Clinton attends the premiere of the Hulu documentary "Hillary" in New York on March 4, 2020. Clinton is teaming up with her friend Louise Penny on the novel State of Terror, out Oct. 12, 2021. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – One of the world's better known fans of mystery novels, Hillary Rodham Clinton, is now writing one. “Writing a thriller with Louise is a dream come true," Clinton, who has expressed admiration for Penny and other mystery writers in the past, said in a statement Tuesday. Hillary Clinton, secretary of state during Barack Obama's first term, has written a handful of nonfiction works.
New this week: Billie Eilish, Billie Holiday and Superman
Read full article: New this week: Billie Eilish, Billie Holiday and SupermanThis combination photo shows promotional art for Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry, a documentary debuting Friday on Apple TV+, from left, The United States vs. Billie Holiday," premiering Friday on Hulu and Superman & Lois," a new series premiering Tuesday on The CW. (AppleTV+/Hulu/The CW via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad— Based on Johann Hari’s 2015 book, “Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs,” Lee Daniels' “The United States vs. Billie Holiday” chronicles the legendary jazz singer's addiction and activism. Andra Day, who's nominated for a Golden Globe, plays Holiday in the biopic, which premieres Friday on Hulu. ET at the Amazon Music Twitch channel and will feature music from the group’s new album, “Life Rolls On,” released on Feb. 12.
The #FreeBritney movement is in full force, thanks to this documentary
Read full article: The #FreeBritney movement is in full force, thanks to this documentaryA new documentary about Britney Spears was released earlier this month, and it has people finally plugged into the #FreeBritney movement that has been going on for the past few years.
25 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, Hulu and more
Read full article: 25 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, Hulu and moreIt doesn’t matter if you’re cuddled up on the couch with your significant other or eating snacks with your best friends, putting on a romantic comedy is always a good idea, especially around Valentine’s Day.
Disney unveils plans to stream a galaxy of new series, films
Read full article: Disney unveils plans to stream a galaxy of new series, filmsNEW YORK – The Walt Disney Co.’s streaming plans shifted into hyper speed Thursday, as the studio unveiled a galaxy’s worth of new streaming offerings including plans for 10 “Star Wars” series spinoffs and 10 Marvel series that will debut on Disney+. But Disney also kept its biggest films — including Marvel's “Black Widow," Pixar's “Luca,” a “Lion King” prequel — on course for theatrical release. Jenkins becomes the first woman to direct a “Star Wars” film. Among the “Star Wars” series are two spinoffs of “The Mandalorian,” set during the series' timeline: “Rangers of the New Republic” and “Ahsoka,” with Rosario Dawson. Seven Disney films topped $1 billion worldwide.
Greta Thunberg on 2 very surreal years of protest and fame
Read full article: Greta Thunberg on 2 very surreal years of protest and fameThis image released by Hulu shows activist Greta Thunberg, center, in a scene from the documentary "I Am Greta." (Hulu via AP)NEW YORK – In the first days of Greta Thunberg’s solitary sidewalk protest outside Swedish Parliament in August 2018, most walk right past her. I think: Oh, I was so young and naive back then — which is quite funny,” says Thunberg, recalling her first days of protest in an interview. “I don’t really like the title of the film, ‘I Am Greta.’ It makes it seem like I take myself very seriously,” says Thunberg. Asked how she felt watching news clips of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin deriding her in the film, Thunberg laughs.
New this week: 'I Am Greta,' Chris Stapleton & CMA Awards
Read full article: New this week: 'I Am Greta,' Chris Stapleton & CMA AwardsThis image released by Hulu shows activist Greta Thunberg, center, in a scene from the documentary "I Am Greta" the story of Thunberg, the teenage Swedish schoolgirl who is leading the global school strike for action on climate change. The film premieres Friday on Hulu. (Hulu via AP)
New this week: 'I Am Greta,' Chris Stapleton & CMA Awards
Read full article: New this week: 'I Am Greta,' Chris Stapleton & CMA AwardsThis image released by Hulu shows activist Greta Thunberg, center, in a scene from the documentary "I Am Greta" the story of Thunberg, the teenage Swedish schoolgirl who is leading the global school strike for action on climate change. (Hulu via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— When Greta Thunberg began protesting outside Swedish Parliament two years ago, it only took days for director Nathan Grossman to start trailing her in her mission to prod government leaders on the climate crisis. “I Am Greta,” which premieres Friday on Hulu, documents the enormous movement fueled by Thunberg’s one-person school strike, and a few very surreal years for the Swedish teenager. — After releasing two chart-topping albums in 2017, superstar country singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton is back with a new collection of songs coming out Friday.
'Bad Hair' movie explores Black women and hairstyle messages
Read full article: 'Bad Hair' movie explores Black women and hairstyle messages(Tobin Yellan/Hulu via AP)LOS ANGELES – Several scenes in the film “Bad Hair” were so horrifying that some cast members initially second-guessed their own use of hair weave or extensions. The dark comedy horror is “only a film," they say, but the story’s underlying messages of harmful hair weave and false beauty standards for Black women had a lasting effect. Ultimately, she discovers that her newly installed hair is possessed, taking over her body and causing harm to others. A weave is a popular method where hair wefts are sewn onto braided hair and styled in any manner. He said the writing process started with talking to some of his closest friends who are Black women.
What to watch this weekend: ‘Pen15,’ ‘Ratched’ and more
Read full article: What to watch this weekend: ‘Pen15,’ ‘Ratched’ and moreThinking that you’ve dried up the old Netflix cue when it comes to new shows and movies to watch? Here are a few suggestions if you’re looking for something new to watch this weekend. It kind of resembles another Netflix competition show, “Nailed It," in which amateur bakers are encouraged to just do their best. ‘Great British Baking Show’The tent is back, the tent is back! ‘American Barbecue Showdown’If you’re a fan of “Great British Baking Show,” then “American Barbecue Showdown” will be right up your alley.
Padma Lakshmi’s ‘Taste the Nation’ on Hulu is the perfect TV show for a food getaway
Read full article: Padma Lakshmi’s ‘Taste the Nation’ on Hulu is the perfect TV show for a food getawayTruly, Padma Lakshmi’s new show on Hulu, “Taste the Nation,” is the perfect thing to watch if you’re missing life on the road. The first episode of “Taste the Nation” illustrates just how Lakshmi will get to the bottom of her questions. “Taste the Nation” is also just a great showcase for Lakshmi. After being a cookbook author and reality TV show host, getting to take the lead on “Taste the Nation” is the cherry on top for this gifted woman. All episodes of “Taste the Nation” are currently streaming on Hulu.
New this week: 'Clemency,' BET Awards, HAIM, 'Doctor Sleep'
Read full article: New this week: 'Clemency,' BET Awards, HAIM, 'Doctor Sleep'(Neon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Written and directed by Chinonye Chukwu, “Clemency” was well-reviewed but got unjustly overshadowed by some of the higher profile awards contenders when it was released in December. “Doctor Sleep: The Director’s Cut”: This Danny Torrance-focused sequel to “The Shining” was a little divisive upon release, which wasn’t all that surprising. — Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSICGrey Daze: Fans of the late Grammy-winning screeching rock singer Chester Bennington will get a chance to hear him one more time. HAIM: It’s been three years since sister trio HAIM have released a new album.
These movies, shows and documentaries about race should be required viewing
Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries about race should be required viewingNetflix‘13th’Directed by Ava DuVernay (she’ll come up again in this list), the documentary shows you how America changed after the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, but also kickstarted the prison boom in America. ‘Moonlight’This Oscar-winning picture tells the story of a young black gay man living in Miami. chronicles the Central Park Five, a group of young black teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of a crime they didn’t commit. The documentary tells the story of the days of protests, unrest and riots that followed. It’s a great film that shows how two different groups of people can react to fatal police shootings.
7 concert films you should watch if you’re really missing live music
Read full article: 7 concert films you should watch if you’re really missing live musicSome experts believe it could be more than a year until live concerts return to our daily lives, which is heartbreaking for people who love seeing live music. So until then, the next best thing to do is watch a concert movie from one of your favorite artists. Look no further than Beyoncé's “Homecoming,” her live concert that was filmed in 2018 when she headlined Coachella, the Southern California music festival. From the costumes, dancing and marching band music arrangements, Beyoncé transformed Coachella into “Beychella,” and we’re lucky enough that the entire show is documented. Not only is Timberlake’s music incredible catchy, but the production value that went into this show, especially the choreography, makes it worth visiting.
‘Little Fires Everywhere’ should be your next quarantine TV binge
Read full article: ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ should be your next quarantine TV bingeBefore we dive in on how this TV show is a masterclass on race, class and motherhood, let’s talk about how it came together. Based off the book by the same name by Celeste Ng, the TV adaptation stars Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington as two mothers who live in Shaker Heights, Ohio. The co-stars are also executive producers on the show, having a heavy hand in the choices made to adapt the book into a TV series. The first few episodes are a slow burn as we get introduced to the residents of Shaker Heights, but by the middle of episode three, you are completely hooked and it becomes difficult to stop watching. and you can’t fathom watching another season of “The Office,” take a look at “Little Fires Everywhere” on Hulu.
15 TV shows you should totally watch while quarantined
Read full article: 15 TV shows you should totally watch while quarantinedHow to watch: HuluSeasons: 5Best character: Ilana and Abbi‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’There are a ton of cop and firefighter TV shows currently on and they’re all pretty serious and intense. How to watch: HuluSeasons: 8Best character: Rosa Diaz‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’Larry Davis is a living icon, and his show “Curb Your Enthusiasm” is just as iconic. How to watch: HuluSeasons: 11Best “character”: Bethenny Frankel‘Bob’s Burgers’Need a little cartoon action while quarantined? How to watch: HuluSeasons: 10Best character: Tina Belcher‘Cheers’In the mood for a little throwback during your quarantine? How to watch: NetflixSeasons: 7Best character: TaysteeWhat will you be watching while you self-quarantine?
How do Netflix, Hulu stack up lately? What are the most popular shows by state for 2019?
Read full article: How do Netflix, Hulu stack up lately? What are the most popular shows by state for 2019?(High Speed Internet)Now let’s get to the most popular Netflix show for each state this year. If you’re wondering how the website got the data, the team said it compiled a list of the most popular shows on Netflix in 2019. (High Speed Internet)“The Umbrella Academy,” by the way, was America’s overall most popular Netflix show in 2019. “Black Mirror” and “The Haunting of Hill House” were the most popular Netflix shows in eight and six states, respectively. Hulu also keeps shows around longer than Netflix.”Hulu also has a live streaming service called Hulu + Live TV.
An ode to Bon Appetit magazine’s YouTube channel
Read full article: An ode to Bon Appetit magazine’s YouTube channelThe best thing to stream next time you need something to watch is actually on YouTube, and we’re talking about videos on Bon Appetit magazine’s YouTube channel. Bon Appetit has a lot of videos, so it may be a little overwhelming when you first take a glance at the channel. But she does have some tips from the internet and the support from her coworkers, which truly makes “Gourmet Makes” so special and entertaining. Other chefs at Bon Appetit -- Morocco, Molly Baz, Brad Leone and Carla Lalli Music -- have series, as well. The Bon Appetit chefs take you through a recipe and give super helpful tips that you never could get just by reading the recipe from a book or online.
Mena Massoud Says There's a Possibility of an 'Aladdin' Sequel (Exclusive )
Read full article: Mena Massoud Says There's a Possibility of an 'Aladdin' Sequel (Exclusive )"I don't think it will be Return of Jafar, but I think there's a possibility of a sequel, yes," he stated, referencing the animated 1994 sequel. While on hand, the Reprisal cast, which also includes Abigail Spencer, Rhys Wakefield, Rodrigo Santoro, Madison Davenport, David Dastmalchian and Gilbert Owuor, spilled the details on their dark and dangerous upcoming series. And so, it's nice to see all of that energy all wrapped up in the Doris bow," Spencer said. Reprisal premieres on Hulu on Dec. 6See more on Aladdin in the clip below. RELATED CONTENT:Will Smith Grants Real-Life Genie Wishes: Mila and Emma Stauffer React to 'Aladdin' Premiere (Exclusive)Watch Will Smith Get Into Character as Genie on the Set of 'Aladdin' (Exclusive)James Corden Battles It Out With Will Smith to Play Genie in 'Aladdin' Crosswalk Musical
Streaming wars scorecard: What to watch and how much it will cost
Read full article: Streaming wars scorecard: What to watch and how much it will costTo compete, the insurgents and the incumbents alike are poaching top-talent producers and making splashy announcements about exclusive content deals. : November 12What it offers: Disney+ will be the exclusive home for some of the most popular franchises in Hollywood for a low price. Netflix's library includes its original series such as "Stranger Things," "The Crown" and "The Umbrella Academy," plus original films like "Always Be My Maybe" and the Oscar-winning "Roma." Well, NBCUniversal has the streaming service for you. Universal, Focus Features and DreamWorks Animation will also create original films for the service, and Alec Baldwin and Demi Moore will star in original series as well.
'The Testaments': What Margaret Atwood's Sequel Means for 'The Handmaid's
Read full article: 'The Testaments': What Margaret Atwood's Sequel Means for 'The Handmaid'sThe Testaments, Margaret Atwoods highly anticipated sequel to The Handmaids Tale, is finally here, continuing the authors near-future dystopian story about women forced into servitude under a religious autocracy that has taken over parts of the United States. So, what exactly is The Testaments about and how does it affect the existing Hulu series? On top of that, ET has confirmed that Hulu is developing The Testaments into a series. RELATED CONTENT:'The Handmaid's Tale': Elisabeth Moss, Cast React to That Harrowing Season 3 Finale (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale' Designer Explains How Politics and Class Play into Gilead's D.C. Costumes (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale': Ann Dowd on Aunt Lydia's Pre-Gilead Past and Vulnerable Present (Exclusive)
Gypsy Rose Blanchard Calls Off Her Engagement
Read full article: Gypsy Rose Blanchard Calls Off Her EngagementGypsy Rose Blanchard has called off her engagement. Blanchard, who is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence after the 2015 murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, got engaged to Ken in April after they met through the prison's pen pal program. Gypsy Rose and Dee Dee's story of murder and abuse is detailed in The Act, starring Patricia Arquette as Dee Dee and Joey King as Gypsy. The drama series follows Dee Dee, a woman with Munchausen syndrome by proxy, a mental illness that led to her making her young daughter, Gypsy Rose, purposely sick to gain attention and sympathy from others. RELATED CONTENT:ET Set Visit: Patricia Arquette & Joey King Have Twisted Mother-Daughter Relationship in 'The Act' (Exclusive)'The Act' Set Visit: Watch Patricia Arquette and Joey King's 'Intense' Transformations (Exclusive)Joey King Gets Vulnerable in Hulu's 'The Act' (Exclusive)
'The Handmaid's Tale': What Elisabeth Moss, Ann Dowd and Others Want to See in Season
Read full article: 'The Handmaid's Tale': What Elisabeth Moss, Ann Dowd and Others Want to See in SeasonResistance may have been the theme of season three, but the fight on The Handmaids Tale is far from over. Well figure it out.In the meantime, the cast and producers addressed where certain characters stood at the end of season three and revealed their hopes for season four. The three were last seen scooping up June as they trudge through the woods, now fugitives in Gilead. I think he should come back.I dont think I saw enough of him this year either, Miller adds, echoing Moss sentiment. RELATED CONTENT:'The Handmaid's Tale': Elisabeth Moss, Cast React to That Harrowing Season 3 Finale (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale': Elisabeth Moss, Producers Break Down the Resistance in Season 3 (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale' Designer Explains How Politics and Class Play into Gilead's D.C.
New streaming package with Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu is just $13
Read full article: New streaming package with Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu is just $13CNN video(CNN) - Disney is putting together a massive streaming package for its fans when its Disney+ service launches in November. The company said Tuesday that it will offer a bundle that includes Disney+, ESPN+ and commercial-supported Hulu for $12.99 a month. Hulu alone costs $11.99 a month for the plan without ads or $5.99 a month with ads, ESPN+ is $4.99 a month, and Disney+ will be $6.99. The standard monthly subscription cost for Netflix is $12.99, and Amazon Prime's video streaming service is $8.99 a month. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.
'Veronica Mars' Creator Says He's 'Happy' With 'Raw' Fan Response
Read full article: 'Veronica Mars' Creator Says He's 'Happy' With 'Raw' Fan ResponseWarning: If you have not watched all eight episodes of Veronica Mars season four on Hulu, this story contains massive spoilers. It's that the hero of your television show, Veronica Mars, needs to be single if the show is going to keep surviving. If they had told me, "You never get to make another episode of Veronica Mars," Logan would have survived the end of the show. All eight episodes of Veronica Mars season four are now streaming on Hulu. For more on Veronica Mars, sign up for ET's daily newsletter below.
'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' Star Shameik Moore Wants Sequel to Go Live Action
Read full article: 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' Star Shameik Moore Wants Sequel to Go Live ActionShameik Moore knows what he'd like to happen in the upcoming sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Spider-Verse writers Phil Lord and Chris Miller are currently penning the follow-up film, but Moore teased he's not allowed to talk about what's in store. "I'm Cuban-American and... were linked, so obviously thats something thats a really interesting dimension of the character that's left to be explored further." For now, fans can look forward to seeing Moore onscreen in Wu-Tang: An American Saga, debuting Sept. 4 on Hulu. "My audition process to becoming this character was, I think, becoming the character," explained Moore, who plays Sha in the series.
'Designing Women' will stream on Hulu
Read full article: 'Designing Women' will stream on HuluHulu via CNN(CNN) - Hulu has made all the arrangements for your next nostalgic binge watch. The streaming network will soon be home to all 163 episodes of "Designing Women." Hulu boss Craig Erwich said the service has been successful in attracting eyeballs to beloved TV series like "ER" and "Seinfeld." "Designing Women" originally ran on CBS for seven seasons from 1986-1993. In making the announcement on Friday at the Television Critics Association press tour, Erwich praised the show for being "ahead of its time."
'The Handmaid's Tale' renewed for Season 4
Read full article: 'The Handmaid's Tale' renewed for Season 4(CNN) - Hulu has renewed its dystopian drama "The Handmaid's Tale" for a fourth season, CNN has learned. The Emmy-winning series is based on author Margaret Atwood's acclaimed novel and is set in, what the cast and writers argue, is a not-to-distant-future. "The Handmaid's Tale" is currently in its third season and airs Wednesdays on Hulu. A premiere date for Season 4 has not been announced. There, it was also announced that Oscar winner Mahershala Ali will be a special-guest star in the second season of comedian and creator Ramy Youssef's semi-autobiographical dramedy "Ramy."
Shay Mitchell Shows Off Baby Bump in Curve-Hugging Blue Dress
Read full article: Shay Mitchell Shows Off Baby Bump in Curve-Hugging Blue DressShay Mitchell is showing off her baby bump! Mitchell, who announced her pregnancy last month, couldn't have looked cuter in a curve-hugging, long-sleeved blue dress. Dennings, co-star Brenda Song, and executive producers Stephanie Laing and Jordan Weiss accompanied Mitchell at Friday's presentation. "When you get to know Stella, she's really a wild spirit and a complete 180 from Peach. RELATED CONTENT:Shay Mitchell Breaks Down Over Past Miscarriage and the 'Shi**y Side of Being Pregnant'Watch Shay Mitchell's Epic Power Rangers-Themed Gender RevealShay Mitchell Announces Pregnancy 6 Months After Revealing Miscarriage
Amy Schumer headed back to TV with Hulu's 'Love, Beth'
Read full article: Amy Schumer headed back to TV with Hulu's 'Love, Beth'Amy Schumer attends the premiere of "I Feel Pretty" on April 17, 2018, in Westwood, California. (CNN) - Amy Schumer is coming to Hulu. The actress and comedian will return to TV in 2020 with a new comedy series for the streaming network, titled "Love, Beth." Schumer previously starred in her own comedy sketch show for Comedy Central, "Inside Amy Schumer." After the show's conclusion, Schumer turned her attention to film, with outings like 2017's "Snatched" and 2018's "I Feel Pretty."
Padma Lakshmi Gets New Show at Hulu
Read full article: Padma Lakshmi Gets New Show at HuluPadma Lakshmi is getting a new show at Hulu. The streaming service has greenlit a 10-episode untitled series by theTop Chef host, it announced at Friday's Television Critics Association summer press tour. The untitled series is designed to serve as a "living cookbook, made up more from people and culture than recipes." See more on Lakshmi in the video below. RELATED CONTENT:Eric Ripert, Padma Lakshmi and More Celebrate #BourdainDay in Honor of Anthony Bourdain's BirthdayPadma Lakshmi Gushes Over How 'Humbling' It Is to Be a Mom (Exclusive)Padma Lakshmi Says She's Ditching Her Emmys Diet -- Find Out Why!
Amy Schumer to Star in Hulu Comedy Series
Read full article: Amy Schumer to Star in Hulu Comedy SeriesHulu is getting into the Amy Schumer business. The comedian has signed a first-look deal with the streaming service and will kick off the partnership with her new comedy series, Love, Beth. Details are being kept under wraps for Love, Beth, but the half-hour series, which will star Schumer, is expected to launch on Hulu in late 2020. Two weeks after giving birth, Schumer debuted her Netflix stand-up comedy special, Amy Schumer: Growing. RELATED CONTENT:Jennifer Lawrence Jokes That Amy Schumer Has Been Ignoring Her Since Having a BabyMichelle Buteau Has New Mom Amy Schumer's Back After She's Shamed for Returning to Work (Exclusive)Amy Schumer Returns to the Comedy Stage Just 2 Weeks After Giving Birth
'Veronica Mars' Season 4 Ends With an Explosive, Game-Changing Shocker
Read full article: 'Veronica Mars' Season 4 Ends With an Explosive, Game-Changing ShockerDo not proceed if you have not watched all eight episodes of Veronica Mars season four on Hulu. It all seemed like Veronica and Logan were on their way to a lifetime filled with happiness and wedded bliss, but, of course, it's Veronica Mars. What will this mean for Veronica Mars moving forward? All eight episodes of Veronica Mars are now streaming on Hulu. For more on Veronica Mars, sign up for ET's daily newsletter below.
'Veronica Mars': Hulu Debuts Season 4 a Week Early in Surprise Release at Comic-Con
Read full article: 'Veronica Mars': Hulu Debuts Season 4 a Week Early in Surprise Release at Comic-Con@IMKristenBell and the cast of @VeronicaMars announced that season 4 has just been released on Hulu. Working alongside her father, Keith Mars (Colantoni), at Mars Investigations, Veronica (Bell) gets pulled into the new season-long case, which turns out to be far more than she could have imagined. I had this vague idea that I wanted to return to hitting this idea of a town without a middle class. All eight episodes of Veronica Mars season four are now streaming on Hulu. For more on Veronica Mars, sign up for ET's daily newsletter below.
'The Handmaid's Tale' Designer Explains How Politics and Class Play into Gilead'
Read full article: 'The Handmaid's Tale' Designer Explains How Politics and Class Play into Gilead'Perhaps the most striking change seen in D.C. is the addition to the handmaids' uniform. While custom in D.C., that level of cruelty is not something she or the other handmaids from the north have ever experienced. The facial additions, Bronfman revealed, are to show the elevated level of piousness in this region of Gilead. "Definitely keep an eye on Serena and how she changes from where she started at the beginning of the season," Bronfman teased. RELATED CONTENT:'Handmaid's Tale' Costume Designer Reacts to Kylie Jenner's Controversial Theme Party'The Handmaid's Tale': Ann Dowd on Aunt Lydia's Pre-Gilead Past and Vulnerable Present (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale': Christopher Meloni Talks Commander Winslow and That Juicy Billiards Scene (Exclusive)
Kristen Bell on Rebooting 'Veronica Mars' for Her Daughters (Exclusive)
Read full article: Kristen Bell on Rebooting 'Veronica Mars' for Her Daughters (Exclusive)Kristen Bell is back in action as Veronica Mars! The 38-year-old actress is reprising her role as the beloved sleuth in Hulu's upcoming eight-episode Veronica Mars revival series, which launches July 26. When asked if there will be "more" for fans to look forward to following the miniseries, Bell said, "Veronica Mars will never die." Hulu launches all eight episodes of the Veronica Mars revival on Friday, July 26. RELATED CONTENT:'Veronica Mars' Isn't a Woman You Want to Mess With in Dramatic New Teaser'Veronica Mars' Revival Premiere Date Revealed in Feisty New Teaser'Veronica Mars' Revival Will Be More Adult: 'She's Not a Little Girl Anymore,' Hulu Boss Says
Will Georgia start taxing Netflix, Spotify, other services?
Read full article: Will Georgia start taxing Netflix, Spotify, other services?Georgia lawmakers are considering a possible tax on internet services like Netflix and Hulu. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is reporting that Georgia lawmakers are pushing for a tax on internet downloads, which would include things like digital video, books and video games. Legislators believe a tax could subsidize construction of high-speed internet in typically poorly served rural areas like Southeast Georgia. The AJC reports that both Georgia Gov. Few states have adopted this type of tax, but it is being introduced in other state Legislatures around the country.