Teaser for “The Dark Knight” Close to Surfacing July 16, 2007 2:01 am
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Superhero Hype! has learned that Warner Bros. is planning to unveil the teaser to the upcoming Batman sequel The Dark Knight attached to some screenings of The Simpsons Movie, which opens on July 27 and perhaps even sooner.
“X-Files 2” Close to Happening July 16, 2007 1:06 am
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During the TCA press tour, David Duchovny spoke about prospects of a second installment of The X-Files movie, indicating that it’s closer to becoming a reality.
“Battlestar Galactica” Mini-sodes July 15, 2007 11:31 pm
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While revealing their 2007/2008 original programming slate at the Television Critic’s Association, SCI FI revealed that they will premiere Battlestar Galactica ‘Mini-sodes’, which will air on television and then online.
“Farscape” Returns to SCI FI As a Web Series July 15, 2007 10:59 pm
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Headlining an exclusive slate of original programming, SCI FI announced a new Farscape web series, ordering a 10-part webisode series based on the cult favorite.
Weekend Box Office — July 13-15, 2007 July 15, 2007 6:32 pm
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Warner Bros.’s Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix remained strong through the weekend, adding $77.11 million from 4,285 theaters, pushing its domestic total to an impressive $139.72 million through five days of release.
In second place was last week’s number one film Transformers, which was able to buck the trend of 50%+ second weekends, dipping only 47.5%.
July 13-15 Box Office Preview July 13, 2007 10:30 am
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Warner Bros.’ Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix will no doubt dominate the weekend. The other major question is how well Transformers will hold up in its second week after a very impressive first week/weekend and continued strong week day performances.
“Army Wives” Given Early Second Season Renewal July 12, 2007 8:19 pm
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The Lifetime original series Army Wives has been given an early 18 episode order for season 2. The year’s #1 new cable drama among W18-49 and W25-54 (key groups for Lifetime) is the networks highest-rated series in their 23-year history.
Production Begins on Fourth Season of “Grey’s Anatomy” July 12, 2007 8:10 pm
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Production began today in Los Angeles on the fourth season of the hit ABC drama Grey’s Anatomy. Cast grows by one, brief summary of the shows plans for year four also released.
Racer X’s Girlfriend Cast July 12, 2007 12:01 pm
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Nayo Wallace (most recently seen in In Case of Emergency) has been cast in the Wachowski brothers adaptation of Speed Racer.
“Smallville’s” Supergirl Cast July 12, 2007 10:44 am
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Following up on a prior announcement that the producers of Smallville were searching for an actress to play the role of Supergirl, which will be introduced this coming season, we learn from People magazine that the role has been cast.
Canadian actress Laura Vandervoort will play the role of Supergirl and begins shooting alongside Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum and Aaron Ashmore next week in Vancouver, Canada.
Filming Begins on New Direct-to-DVD “American Pie” Movie July 12, 2007 10:36 am
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Universal Studios today announced that filming is set for another direct-to-DVD presentation of their popular American Pie franchise. This will be the sixth chapter in the comedy series.
Principal photography on American Pie: Beta House began in Toronto on June 4, and the film will be released exclusively on DVD in time for the holiday season.
New Name for Court TV July 12, 2007 10:28 am
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Reflecting the networks continued advance towards programming outside the realm of crime and justice, Court TV yesterday announced that they’ve changed their name to truTV.
Kevin Spacey Set for “Superman: Man of Steel” July 11, 2007 7:46 pm
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According to a report at Variety, Kevin Spacey will be reprising his role as Lex Luthor in the sequel to Superman Returns.
Harry Potter Grabs $12 Million from Midnight Showings July 11, 2007 7:38 pm
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix took in an impressive $12 million from Tuesday night/Wednesday midnight showings.
FOX Sets Fall Premiere Schedule July 11, 2007 7:02 pm
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Hoping to capitalize on the networks broadcast of the 59th Annual Emmy Awards (which air September 16th), FOX will be rolling out their main primetime programs the following evening.
TNT Gets “300” July 11, 2007 6:41 pm
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In a nearly $20 million deal, TNT has won the cable rights to the hit Frank Miller graphic novel adaption 300.
“Star Trek XI”: Nimoy in, Shatner Out? July 10, 2007 10:37 am
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In a video at ShatnerVision (through LiveVideo), William Shatner revealed that his former Star Trek co-star Leonard Nimoy (Spock) has read the script for JJ Abrams new Star Trek movie and his character is in the film, but that Shatner’s character of Kirk is not.
Teaser Online for “Cloverfield/1-18-08” July 9, 2007 6:39 pm
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The mysterious teaser for the J.J. Abrams produced Paramount film that was attached to Transformers in many theaters (currently referred to as 1-18-08) has been released online and is available to download.
Dan Patrick To Leave ESPN July 9, 2007 6:22 pm
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In a statement released on Monday, and also communicated during his ESPN Radio show The Dan Patrick Show, the sports radio host/sports broadcaster announced his intentions to leave the “worldwide leader of sports” next month.
“Transformers” On Top: Weekend Box Office — July 6-8, 2007 July 8, 2007 11:54 am
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Paramount (DreamWorks)’s Transformers rolled over the competition this weekend, raking in $70.5 million from 4,011 theaters, pushing its domestic total past the $150 million mark and breaking a few records along the way.
In second place was last week’s number one film Ratatouille which had a modest drop of less than 40%.
First Images of Will Smith from “John Hancock” July 8, 2007 1:34 am
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Having recently gotten their hands on some of the first set images for the upcoming Indiana Jones 4, Just Jared is now giving us a first look at Will Smith on the set of John Hancock.
ABC Sets Return for “The Nine” July 8, 2007 12:38 am
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ABC has set a return date for the remaining six unaired episodes of freshman drama The Nine.
End of the Road Likely for “Traveler” July 8, 2007 12:28 am
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Unfortunately, ABC’s Traveler has all but been canceled. Word of the series not returning comes from series creator David DiGilio via his TVGuide.com celebrity blog.
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