Nicolas Cage To Play Al Capone May 11, 2007 8:30 pm
Posted by Rosario T. Calabria in Casting, Movies, News, The Untouchables: Capone Rising.1 comment so far
MTV is reporting that Nicolas Cage has been confirmed to play a younger version of Chicago mob boss, Al Capone in The Untouchables: Capone Rising.
“‘Til Death” Renewed May 11, 2007 8:10 pm
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FOX will renew ‘Til Death. Previously unexpected to make a return, FOX seen potential in the show and helped it grow by having it lead-out of American Idol. The move paid off, with ratings increasing dramatically, as the series did a good job in regards to retention out of the hit reality series.
Debut Date Set for “Big Love” Season 2 May 11, 2007 8:05 pm
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HBO has, finally, set the premiere date for the polygamy series Big Love. The show will return to the lineup on a new day and time, Monday, June 11 at 9:00 p.m. (more…)
Could “Heroes” Be Moving to Thursdays? May 11, 2007 7:55 pm
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Current talk suggest NBC may attempt to pull a major shift next season, moving the hit Sci-Fi series Heroes from Monday to Thursday nights.
With Renewals, Come Cancellations. NBC Axes Three Shows May 11, 2007 7:50 pm
Posted by Rosario T. Calabria in Cancellations, Crossing Jordan, NBC, News, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Television, The Black Donnelly's.7 comments
Three shows, two freshman dramas and one long-running one, will not be returning to the lineup next season. Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, The Black Donnelly’s and Crossing Jordan have been canceled.
“Scrubs” Renewed by NBC May 11, 2007 7:45 pm
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It’s been a busy day in terms of news relating to NBC’s 2007/2008 television series. This item pertains to Scrubs. Though the show has struggled this season with lower than average numbers, the network is expected to renew the comedy for its 7th season.
Fourth ‘Pirates’ Film? May 11, 2007 7:40 pm
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It’s looking more and more likely that Pirates of the Caribbean will not remain just a trilogy. It’s unclear who all will be involved and what the film will focus on, but new details reveal that the fourth installment may be a spin-off.
FX Acquires “Spider-Man 3” Film Rights May 11, 2007 7:35 pm
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Coming out on top in a bidding war with four other networks (TNT, TBS, USA and Spike TV), FX has landed the exclusive rights to Spider-Man 3.
Lifetime Renews “Blood Ties” May 11, 2007 7:30 pm
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Lifetime has renewed Blood Ties, its freshman drama about vampires, for a second season. The network ordered 10 episodes of the hour long show with plans to premiere it in the fall.
“Terminator” To Continue On May 11, 2007 7:25 pm
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Halcyon Co. has purchased the rights to the Terminator franchise, and with that, comes news that there will be a Terminator 4.
“Friday Night Lights” Renewed May 11, 2007 7:20 pm
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NBC has renewed Friday Night Lights, giving the freshman drama which has struggled in the ratings, a full second season order.
‘Superman’ Takes Top Honor’s at Saturn Awards May 11, 2007 7:15 pm
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“Superman Returns” was the the most awarded film at this years 33rd annual Saturn Awards. The Superman re-launch movie took five awards, including best film (Fantasy), best director (Bryan Singer) and best actor (Brandon Routh).
De La Hoya/Mayweather Fight Breaks Records May 11, 2007 7:10 pm
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The De La Hoya/Mayweather boxing match last Saturday registered a record 2.15 million PPV buys. Eclipsing the previous mark set by the 1997 matchup of Tyson/Hollyfield (1.99 million).
Law & Order May Move to TNT May 11, 2007 7:05 pm
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Over the past few days, news has been making its way around the internet that if NBC chooses to pass up ordering another season of Law & Order, TNT will move to pick up the series.
“Dirt” and “The Riches” Renewed May 11, 2007 7:00 pm
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FX has renewed two of the networks freshman drama series: Dirt and The Riches. Original episodes for the second season of both shows will premiere sometime in 2008.
Kentucky Derby Strong for NBC May 7, 2007 5:06 pm
Posted by Rosario T. Calabria in Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby, News, Sports, Television.6 comments
NBC’s coverage of the 133rd Kentucky Derby on Saturday delivered one of its strongest ratings since 1992, earning an 8.3/13 overnight rating/share from the beginning of NBC’s coverage (5:00 p.m.) to the close according to figures released by Nielsen Media Research.
Another “Austin Powers” Movie May 7, 2007 4:52 pm
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While at a press junket for the upcoming Shrek the Third, Mike Myers let slip that he planning another Austin Powers film.
Sequel to “Transformers” Already in the Works May 7, 2007 4:45 pm
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Even before the movie has hit theaters, a sequel is already being planned for Transformers.
“Medium” Renewed for Fourth Season May 7, 2007 4:38 pm
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Ahead of the Network Upfronts, NBC has gone ahead and given an early fourth season renewal to Medium.