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  • Netflix to adapt young adult book ‘They Both Die at the End’ as series

    By Express News Service

    Netflix is set to adapt young adult novel They Both Die at the End authored by Adam Silvera as a series. The creator of Bridgerton, Chris Van Dusen, will executive produce in addition to penning the pilot episode.

    They Both Die at the End revolves around two characters, Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio who are strangers in the beginning, but soon turn out to be star-crossed lovers. As they receive a call from program Death-Cast, which can correctly predict the time a person dies.

    As both of them are destined to die on the same day, with the help of another app Last Friend, where people can meet during the final days, the strangers embark on an adventure which will make them remember for lifetime.  

    It was one of the New York Times best-selling ones and became an instant hit during the pandemic. The author released a prequel book titled, The First to Die at the End. Drew Comins and musician Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio serve as executive producers.

    Netflix is set to adapt young adult novel They Both Die at the End authored by Adam Silvera as a series. The creator of Bridgerton, Chris Van Dusen, will executive produce in addition to penning the pilot episode.

    They Both Die at the End revolves around two characters, Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio who are strangers in the beginning, but soon turn out to be star-crossed lovers. As they receive a call from program Death-Cast, which can correctly predict the time a person dies.

    As both of them are destined to die on the same day, with the help of another app Last Friend, where people can meet during the final days, the strangers embark on an adventure which will make them remember for lifetime.  

    It was one of the New York Times best-selling ones and became an instant hit during the pandemic. The author released a prequel book titled, The First to Die at the End. Drew Comins and musician Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio serve as executive producers.

  • Netflix cancels ‘Inside Job’ despite second season renewal

    By Express News Service

    In a surprise move, Netflix has cancelled their adult animated series Inside Job. The cancellation was confirmed by the series creator Shion Takeuchi through a tweet. The writer-director said, “I’m heartbroken to confirm that Netflix has decided to cancel season 2 of Inside Job. Over the years, these characters have become real people to me, and I am devastated not to be able to watch them grow up.”

    Takeuchi is best known for serving as the writer of the animated series Gravity Falls. The series premiered the 10-part first half of season one on 22 October 2021. While the second half of season 1 was released in November of that year, the series was subsequently renewed for a second season in June 2022.

    The voice cast of the series includes Lizzy Caplan, Christian Slater, Clark Duke, Tisha Campbell, John DiMaggio, Bobby Lee, Brett Gelman, Alex Hirsch, Andrew Scott, and Suzy Nakamura.  In another Tweet, series creator Takeuchi also talked about how the characters deserved their ending. She said, “Reagan and Brett deserved to get their ending and finally find happiness. And I would have loved to been able to share what was in store with you all.” 

    In a surprise move, Netflix has cancelled their adult animated series Inside Job. The cancellation was confirmed by the series creator Shion Takeuchi through a tweet. The writer-director said, “I’m heartbroken to confirm that Netflix has decided to cancel season 2 of Inside Job. Over the years, these characters have become real people to me, and I am devastated not to be able to watch them grow up.”

    Takeuchi is best known for serving as the writer of the animated series Gravity Falls. The series premiered the 10-part first half of season one on 22 October 2021. While the second half of season 1 was released in November of that year, the series was subsequently renewed for a second season in June 2022.

    The voice cast of the series includes Lizzy Caplan, Christian Slater, Clark Duke, Tisha Campbell, John DiMaggio, Bobby Lee, Brett Gelman, Alex Hirsch, Andrew Scott, and Suzy Nakamura.  In another Tweet, series creator Takeuchi also talked about how the characters deserved their ending. She said, “Reagan and Brett deserved to get their ending and finally find happiness. And I would have loved to been able to share what was in store with you all.”
     

  • Netflix to develop ‘The Sea Beast’ sequel

    By Express News Service

    The sequel of animated adventure film The Sea Beast (2022), directed by Chris Williams, is in the works at Netflix. With a voice cast of Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste, The Sea Beast is about a sea monster hunter who is joined by an orphaned girl, as they look to find an elusive Red Bluster.

    Now streaming on Netflix after its theatrical run, the film garnered positive reception and went on to become one of the most watched films. Backed and distributed by Netflix, the film became the most viewed animated feature film of the streamer and also topped the top 10 film charts.

    While a sequel was not in the original plan while making The Sea Beast, Chris said to The Hollywood Reporter, “I never thought beyond the first movie. We were not planning for a series. And that was for the good. I just wanted to make this a fun experience and not compromise (the movie) by trying to set up future things.”

    He added, “A priority in the first one was making it feel plausible and truthful. And when I thought about the truth about where The Sea Beast ended, it looks like everything is nicely wrapped. You have the father and daughter sitting on the dock, the world has changed and given up monster hunting and, isn’t that terrific? But the more I thought about the truth of it, the more I realized the story wasn’t really over.”

    The sequel of animated adventure film The Sea Beast (2022), directed by Chris Williams, is in the works at Netflix. With a voice cast of Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste, The Sea Beast is about a sea monster hunter who is joined by an orphaned girl, as they look to find an elusive Red Bluster.

    Now streaming on Netflix after its theatrical run, the film garnered positive reception and went on to become one of the most watched films. Backed and distributed by Netflix, the film became the most viewed animated feature film of the streamer and also topped the top 10 film charts.

    While a sequel was not in the original plan while making The Sea Beast, Chris said to The Hollywood Reporter, “I never thought beyond the first movie. We were not planning for a series. And that was for the good. I just wanted to make this a fun experience and not compromise (the movie) by trying to set up future things.”

    He added, “A priority in the first one was making it feel plausible and truthful. And when I thought about the truth about where The Sea Beast ended, it looks like everything is nicely wrapped. You have the father and daughter sitting on the dock, the world has changed and given up monster hunting and, isn’t that terrific? But the more I thought about the truth of it, the more I realized the story wasn’t really over.”

  • Wednesday officially renewed for season two at Netflix

    By Express News Service

    Netflix has officially renewed the second season of its hit series Wednesday, starring Jenna Ortega in the titular role, the streaming platform announced while sharing a teaser. The renewal comes at the time speculations were rife that Wednesday might leave Netflix to Prime Video.

    Based on the character Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family, Wednesday consists of eight episodes, four of them directed by Tim Burton.  The series follows after Wednesday gets enrolled in Nevermore Academy much to her chagrin, which leads her to be involved in local mysteries and the supernatural world. Apart from Jenna, the show’s cast includes Gwendoline Christie, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, among others.

    Sharing the glimpse, Jenna tweeted, “Thanks to everyone who made this upcoming season possible. This has all been pretty surreal.” Recently, the makers had opened about the possibilities in the storyline of the Addams Family. Showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millarhave suggested that the show will continue bringing new mysteries for the titular character to investigate.

    In addition to this, it will also concentrate on Wednesday’s relationships with people around her, but with special focus on her mother Morticia and friend Enid.

    Netflix has officially renewed the second season of its hit series Wednesday, starring Jenna Ortega in the titular role, the streaming platform announced while sharing a teaser. The renewal comes at the time speculations were rife that Wednesday might leave Netflix to Prime Video.

    Based on the character Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family, Wednesday consists of eight episodes, four of them directed by Tim Burton.  The series follows after Wednesday gets enrolled in Nevermore Academy much to her chagrin, which leads her to be involved in local mysteries and the supernatural world. Apart from Jenna, the show’s cast includes Gwendoline Christie, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, among others.

    Sharing the glimpse, Jenna tweeted, “Thanks to everyone who made this upcoming season possible. This has all been pretty surreal.” Recently, the makers had opened about the possibilities in the storyline of the Addams Family. Showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millarhave suggested that the show will continue bringing new mysteries for the titular character to investigate.

    In addition to this, it will also concentrate on Wednesday’s relationships with people around her, but with special focus on her mother Morticia and friend Enid.

  • Release date of Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’ season 3 out

    By Express News Service

    Netflix has released the first looks and streaming date of third season of Outer Banks, the American action adventure mystery teen drama, on social media on Tuesday.

    The third season is set to premiere on February 23. Outer Banks is a series set against the backdrop of Outer Banks of North Carolina and follows the conflict between two teen groups with polar opposite backgrounds. While the wealthy residents are called Kooks, the working class locals are called Pogues.

    As the Pogues are on the mission to find the missing father of the group leader, they also happen to discover treasure that is connected to the father. The third season will find the group living in a deserted island, which becomes their new home.  

    The series is created by Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, and Shannon Burke. Outer Banks stars Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Madison Bailey, among others.

    Netflix has released the first looks and streaming date of third season of Outer Banks, the American action adventure mystery teen drama, on social media on Tuesday.

    The third season is set to premiere on February 23. Outer Banks is a series set against the backdrop of Outer Banks of North Carolina and follows the conflict between two teen groups with polar opposite backgrounds. While the wealthy residents are called Kooks, the working class locals are called Pogues.

    As the Pogues are on the mission to find the missing father of the group leader, they also happen to discover treasure that is connected to the father. The third season will find the group living in a deserted island, which becomes their new home.  

    The series is created by Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, and Shannon Burke. Outer Banks stars Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Madison Bailey, among others.

  • Steven Moffat opens up on future of ‘Sherlock’

    By Express News Service

    British writer/producer Steven Moffat, best known as the showrunner of hit shows like Doctor Who and BBC’s Sherlock. He is currently the showrunner for the Netflix thriller series Inside Man which premiered its first season in September 2022.

    While promoting his recent play The Unfriend, the screenwriter revealed that he had just started discussing the second season of Inside Man. The former Doctor Who showrunner also revealed, “We’re looking at the enthusiastically-nodded-about graphs and apparently (Inside Man) performed quite well.”

    The BBC crime drama series Sherlock, based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s popular character, was created by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat. The series premiered its first season in 2010 and went on to become a worldwide phenomenon, relaunching the careers of stars like Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. 

    While the fourth season was released in 2014, the show did not receive a definite ending, nor was it cancelled. Even though the plans for a fifth season have been completed, due to the conflicting schedules of Cumberbatch and Freeman, the future of the series remained uncertain. 

    And now, Moffat has revealed that he would start writing Sherlock tomorrow if stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman agreed to return. 

    British writer/producer Steven Moffat, best known as the showrunner of hit shows like Doctor Who and BBC’s Sherlock. He is currently the showrunner for the Netflix thriller series Inside Man which premiered its first season in September 2022.

    While promoting his recent play The Unfriend, the screenwriter revealed that he had just started discussing the second season of Inside Man. The former Doctor Who showrunner also revealed, “We’re looking at the enthusiastically-nodded-about graphs and apparently (Inside Man) performed quite well.”

    The BBC crime drama series Sherlock, based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s popular character, was created by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat. The series premiered its first season in 2010 and went on to become a worldwide phenomenon, relaunching the careers of stars like Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. 

    While the fourth season was released in 2014, the show did not receive a definite ending, nor was it cancelled. Even though the plans for a fifth season have been completed, due to the conflicting schedules of Cumberbatch and Freeman, the future of the series remained uncertain. 

    And now, Moffat has revealed that he would start writing Sherlock tomorrow if stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman agreed to return.
     

  • Netflix cancels ‘1899’ after one season

    By PTI

    LOS ANGELES: “1899”, the mystery thriller series from “Dark” creators Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar, will not return for a second season on Netflix.

    Co-showrunners and executive producers bo Odar and Friese shared the announcement on social media on Monday.

    “With a heavy heart, we have to tell you that ‘1899’ will not be renewed. We would have loved to finish this incredible journey with a 2nd and 3rd season as we did with ‘Dark’. But sometimes things don’t turn out the way you planned. That’s life,” the creators said in a joint statement posted on Odar’s Instagram account.

    The duo, who rose to global prominence following the popularity of the hit German series “Dark”, also thanked fans for their love and support.

    “We know this will disappoint millions of fans out there. But we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts that you were a part of this wonderful adventure. We love you. Never forget,” they said.

    Friese served as writer and bo Odar directed “1899”, billed as a multilingual German period drama that followed a mixed group of European migrants on a fright-filled journey to the US.

    “When they discover another migrant ship adrift on the open sea, their journey takes an unexpected turn. What they find on board will turn their passage to the promised land into a horrifying nightmare,” the logline of the series read.

    The eight-episode show starred Emily Beecham, Aneurin Barnard, Andreas Pietschmann and Miguel Bernardeau.

    LOS ANGELES: “1899”, the mystery thriller series from “Dark” creators Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar, will not return for a second season on Netflix.

    Co-showrunners and executive producers bo Odar and Friese shared the announcement on social media on Monday.

    “With a heavy heart, we have to tell you that ‘1899’ will not be renewed. We would have loved to finish this incredible journey with a 2nd and 3rd season as we did with ‘Dark’. But sometimes things don’t turn out the way you planned. That’s life,” the creators said in a joint statement posted on Odar’s Instagram account.

    The duo, who rose to global prominence following the popularity of the hit German series “Dark”, also thanked fans for their love and support.

    “We know this will disappoint millions of fans out there. But we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts that you were a part of this wonderful adventure. We love you. Never forget,” they said.

    Friese served as writer and bo Odar directed “1899”, billed as a multilingual German period drama that followed a mixed group of European migrants on a fright-filled journey to the US.

    “When they discover another migrant ship adrift on the open sea, their journey takes an unexpected turn. What they find on board will turn their passage to the promised land into a horrifying nightmare,” the logline of the series read.

    The eight-episode show starred Emily Beecham, Aneurin Barnard, Andreas Pietschmann and Miguel Bernardeau.

  • Netflix releases first look and trailer of ‘That 90s Show’

    By Express News Service

    Netflix released the first looks and trailer of That ‘90s Show, which is the sequel to the American TV series That ‘70s Show.

    It ran from 1998-2006 and revolves around the lives of six teenage friends. While the actors from the original series will appear for the upcoming show which will consist of 10 episodes, That ‘90s Show will take place during the year 1997 and will follow Eric and Donna’s dayghter Leia Forman.

    That ‘90s Show stars Kurtwood Smith, Debra Jo Rupp, Callie Haverda, Ashley Aufderheide, Mace Coronel, Maxwell Donovan, Reyn Doi, and Sam Morelos.

    It will also feature Topher Grace, Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher, Laura Prepon, and Wilmer Valderrama as special guests. A synopsis excerpt says: “It’s 1995 and Leia Forman is desperate for some adventure in her life or at least a best friend who isn’t her dad. When she arrives in Point Place to visit her grandparents, Red and Kitty, Leia finds what she’s looking for right next door when she meets the dynamic and rebellious Gwen.”

    Netflix released the first looks and trailer of That ‘90s Show, which is the sequel to the American TV series That ‘70s Show.

    It ran from 1998-2006 and revolves around the lives of six teenage friends. While the actors from the original series will appear for the upcoming show which will consist of 10 episodes, That ‘90s Show will take place during the year 1997 and will follow Eric and Donna’s dayghter Leia Forman.

    That ‘90s Show stars Kurtwood Smith, Debra Jo Rupp, Callie Haverda, Ashley Aufderheide, Mace Coronel, Maxwell Donovan, Reyn Doi, and Sam Morelos.

    It will also feature Topher Grace, Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher, Laura Prepon, and Wilmer Valderrama as special guests. A synopsis excerpt says: “It’s 1995 and Leia Forman is desperate for some adventure in her life or at least a best friend who isn’t her dad. When she arrives in Point Place to visit her grandparents, Red and Kitty, Leia finds what she’s looking for right next door when she meets the dynamic and rebellious Gwen.”

  • ‘Luther: The Fallen Sun’ to premiere on Netflix in March 2023

    By Express News Service

    Netflix released the first look of Luther: The Fallen Sun, the upcoming crime drama which will serve as a continuation of the television series by the same name. Luther: The Fallen Sun will make its debut on Netflix in March 2023.

    Luther: The Fallen Sun stars Idris Elba as detective chief John Luther. Along with him, the film will also feature Cynthia Erivo, Andy Serkis, and Dermot Crowley among others. According to reports, the upcoming film will follow the aftermath of events that took place in the series finale, which had John Luther sent to prison.

    It is directed by Jamie Payne, with the screenplay written by Neil Cross. BBC Studios and Chernin Entertainment are backing Luther: The Fallen Sun.

    Luther: The Fallen Sun.March 2023. pic.twitter.com/RlGzyegDnw
    — Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) December 21, 2022

    Netflix released the first look of Luther: The Fallen Sun, the upcoming crime drama which will serve as a continuation of the television series by the same name. Luther: The Fallen Sun will make its debut on Netflix in March 2023.

    Luther: The Fallen Sun stars Idris Elba as detective chief John Luther. Along with him, the film will also feature Cynthia Erivo, Andy Serkis, and Dermot Crowley among others. According to reports, the upcoming film will follow the aftermath of events that took place in the series finale, which had John Luther sent to prison.

    It is directed by Jamie Payne, with the screenplay written by Neil Cross. BBC Studios and Chernin Entertainment are backing Luther: The Fallen Sun.

    Luther: The Fallen Sun.
    March 2023. pic.twitter.com/RlGzyegDnw
    — Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) December 21, 2022

  • Jeff Garlin joins ‘Never Have I Ever’ final season 

    By Express News Service

    American actor and stand-up comedian Jeff Garlin, best known for playing Murray Goldberg in the sitcom The Goldberg, has been cast in the teen drama Never Have I Ever and will appear in the upcoming fourth season of the Netflix show.

    Jeff plays the role of Len, a friendly person who will make Devi’s grandmother Nirmala reconsider her relationship status by sparking her interest.

    It is to be noted that Never Have I Ever is the first project signed by the actor after The Goldberg. He left the show in December 2021 and said that he was subjected to HR investigations for his alleged behaviour on the sets. Garlin did not appear in the show in the ninth season and subsequently, his character died in the tenth season.

    Never Have I Ever follows the Indian-American teen Devi Vishwakumar (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) as she navigates through her high school life, romantic pursuits, and friendships, amid her strict and traditional Indian household. The upcoming will be the fourth and final season of the show. It is expected to premiere in 2023.

    American actor and stand-up comedian Jeff Garlin, best known for playing Murray Goldberg in the sitcom The Goldberg, has been cast in the teen drama Never Have I Ever and will appear in the upcoming fourth season of the Netflix show.

    Jeff plays the role of Len, a friendly person who will make Devi’s grandmother Nirmala reconsider her relationship status by sparking her interest.

    It is to be noted that Never Have I Ever is the first project signed by the actor after The Goldberg. He left the show in December 2021 and said that he was subjected to HR investigations for his alleged behaviour on the sets. Garlin did not appear in the show in the ninth season and subsequently, his character died in the tenth season.

    Never Have I Ever follows the Indian-American teen Devi Vishwakumar (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) as she navigates through her high school life, romantic pursuits, and friendships, amid her strict and traditional Indian household. The upcoming will be the fourth and final season of the show. It is expected to premiere in 2023.