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Game of Thrones star Kit Harington says he joined the Harry Potter show because he thinks it's a "great"…
Actor Kit Harington discussed his excitement for joining HBO's Harry Potter series, where he will play Gilderoy Lockhart, replacing Nicholas Hoult. Harington, who previously starred in Game of Thrones, believes the series format allows for a deeper exploration of the books than the films did. He also voiced Lockhart in the audiobooks.
HBO boss continues to suggest The Last of Us Season 3 is the series' final season
HBO boss Casey Bloys has reiterated his belief that The Last of Us television series will conclude after its third season, despite showrunner Craig Mazin suggesting it might take longer. Bloys' recent comments suggest a potential shift in plans, possibly influenced by a more divided audience reaction to the second season compared to the first. Meanwhile, Mazin is also working on an adaptation of Baldur's Gate 3 for HBO.
HBO boss confirms when A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will return, and we don't have long to wait
HBO boss Casey Bloys confirmed that A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 2 is expected to premiere within the next eligibility window, ending May 31, 2027. This indicates a relatively quick turnaround of about a year after season 1 aired in January 2026.
The Last of Us season 3 might be the final season, according to HBO boss
HBO boss Casey Bloys indicated that The Last of Us season 3 is planned to be the final season of the television adaptation. The decision aligns with the pacing of the source material, with season 2 covering the first half of The Last of Us Part II and season 3 expected to cover the latter half. The show is anticipated to premiere in 2027.
The Last Of Us Season 3 Is Probably The Final Season, HBO Says Yet Again
HBO executive Casey Bloys has indicated that the upcoming third season of The Last of Us is expected to be the show's final season. While Season 3 is slated for 2027, showrunner Craig Mazin is still determining if the series will conclude with one long season or two additional seasons. Naughty Dog, the game's creator, is not creatively involved in Season 3.
We won't get House of the Dragon's final season for a while, but one star is already preparing to grieve its…
Olivia Cooke, who plays Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon, revealed that filming for the final season will begin next spring. She anticipates a year-long emotional process to grieve the show's conclusion. The article also notes that previous season gaps have led to viewership drops, raising concerns about the final season's reception.
Lanterns fans have a compelling theory that another Manhunter is hiding in plain sight in Rushville
Fans of the HBO series Lanterns are theorizing that a second Manhunter, potentially Noah, is hiding in plain sight in Rushville. This theory emerges after the apparent death of Zoe Macon, the primary Manhunter, in episode 5, with clues suggesting she may have created another Manhunter using advanced alien technology.
Even HBO Max is having fun with Aaron Pierre's Lanterns accent slip-up
Actor Aaron Pierre's accent slip-up during a tense interrogation scene in the DCU show Lanterns has gone viral, with HBO Max UK humorously embracing the moment through social media edits. Despite the minor flaw, Pierre's performance as John Stewart has been praised, and the show itself has received strong reviews and become a success for HBO.
Before HBO’s The Last Of Us, An Entirely Different Adaptation Was Proposed
Before HBO's successful TV series, Naughty Dog and Sony Pictures initially planned "The Last of Us" as a major motion picture, with Sam Raimi attached as a producer. The film project entered development hell, with Neil Druckmann writing multiple script drafts that significantly changed the source material. Druckmann later expressed that the movie adaptation would have been "awful," contrasting the studio's notes for a bigger, action-oriented film with HBO's approach that prioritized drama and allowed for creative changes.
Lanterns is HBO's third most successful new show ever, behind only House of the Dragon and The Last of Us
The HBO series Lanterns has become the streamer's third most successful show ever, following House of the Dragon and The Last of Us. The show's season premiere has reached 20 million viewers, with episode three drawing 10 million global viewers in just three days, indicating strong viewership growth.
The Last of Us Studio is Not Part of Season 3’s Production With HBO, Isn’t Done With the IP
Naughty Dog president Neil Druckmann confirmed the studio is not involved in the creative direction of HBO's The Last of Us Season 3, though they remain the stewards of the IP and have other projects in the works. The article also touches on the cancellation of Naughty Dog's ambitious live-service multiplayer game, The Last of Us Online, due to resource allocation concerns.
The Last of Us Season 3 Did Not Include Naughty Dog’s Involvement For Creative Choices
Neil Druckmann, co-creator of The Last of Us, stated that Naughty Dog had no creative involvement in the direction of Season 3 of the HBO television adaptation. Druckmann stepped away from the show to focus on Naughty Dog's game development, including Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, while teasing future projects within The Last of Us franchise.
DCU fans are debating the logistics of Lanterns and Superman, wondering if Hal Jordan ever came into contact with baby…
DC fans are debating whether Hal Jordan, as Earth's Green Lantern, would have encountered baby Kal-El after his spaceship crash. Theories suggest Hal might have avoided intervening upon seeing Clark Kent being raised by the Kents, while others imagine a young Clark idolizing Hal on television.
Despite spending years mocking his Green Lantern, Ryan Reynolds now says he would "totally" cameo in Lanterns: "I owe my entire career to that movie"
Ryan Reynolds, despite past mockery of the Green Lantern film, has expressed willingness to make a cameo in the HBO series "Lanterns." He stated that the experience of making the movie, while teaching him what not to do, was a gift that contributed significantly to his career.
Harry Potter goes to Hogwarts and faces the Sorting Hat in new trailer for the HBO show, and it all feels very familiar
A new trailer for HBO's Harry Potter television series has been released, showcasing familiar scenes from the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, including the Sorting Hat ceremony and Quidditch. The series is set to premiere on December 25th and will adapt each book over multiple seasons.
Despite saying he'd love to return, Eternals star Kit Harington says he doesn't think Marvel has "any…
Kit Harington, who played Dane Whitman in Marvel's Eternals, expressed a desire to return as Black Knight but believes there are no current plans for the character. He highlighted the potential for exploring addiction themes through the Ebony Blade. Despite the setup in the post-credits scene, the character's future in the MCU, including a potential Blade movie, remains uncertain.
Prime Video’s 15-Episode Anthology Quietly Outdoes Fallout
Prime Video's animated anthology series 'Secret Level' is argued to be more ambitious and successful than the live-action 'Fallout' series. While 'Fallout' is praised for its cinematic scale, 'Secret Level' is highlighted for adapting multiple diverse game IPs into standalone shorts with a strong voice cast and creative direction from Tim Miller.
Lanterns, Rooster and Hard Knocks: What to Stream on HBO Max This Weekend (Aug 28-30, 2026)
This weekend's streaming highlights on HBO Max include the new Steve Carell comedy series 'Rooster,' the latest season of the NFL docuseries 'Hard Knocks: Training Camp' following the Seattle Seahawks, and the critically acclaimed DC show 'Lanterns.' The article provides a brief overview of each program, noting their release dates and key cast members.
Fallout On Prime Video Borrows From Arcane And The Last Of Us — Then Outruns Both
The Prime Video adaptation of Fallout is praised for successfully translating the game's universe into a compelling television series, drawing inspiration from successful adaptations like Arcane and The Last of Us. It distinguishes itself by creating an original story within the established lore, set after the events of Fallout 4, and leveraging a high production value and an ensemble cast to achieve critical and mainstream success.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, and more (August 28-30)
This article highlights new shows and movies available for streaming from August 28-30 on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Prime Video. Featured titles include the thriller 'The Whisper Man,' the sci-fi series 'Dark Matter' season 2, the comedy 'Adults' season 2, the romantic drama 'The Last Sunrise,' and the superhero series 'Lanterns.'
