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After 16 years, Daryl Dixon star Norman Reedus is walking away from The Walking DeadActor Norman Reedus is departing The Walking Dead franchise after 16 years of playing Daryl Dixon, having filmed his final scenes for the spin-off series The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. The fourth and final season of this spin-off is expected to air in 2026, concluding Daryl and Carol's journey. Reedus will next star in the psychological horror film Pendulum and is attached to The Boondock Saints 3.
House of the Dragon season 3 showrunner Ryan Condal on what keeps him up at night making the Game of Thrones prequel, and the spin-off he wants to see next: "I think there's a really fascinating story to be told"House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal discusses the upcoming season 3, the challenges of adapting George R.R. Martin's 'Fire and Blood,' and his vision for future stories within the Game of Thrones universe. He expresses interest in a spin-off exploring the Targaryens' rule after their dragons are gone.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 19-21)This week's streaming highlights from June 19-21 include the return of "House of the Dragon" season 3 on HBO Max, the new season of "Sugar" on Apple TV, and "The Agency" season 2 on Paramount Plus. Netflix adds the Harlan Coben adaptation "I Will Find You," while Hulu/Disney Plus features "The Season," and Prime Video presents "Your Fault: London."
Stephen King has big praise for new Apple TV show, but it's not Widow's Bay: "It's like Hitchcock…Author Stephen King has praised the new Apple TV show "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed," comparing it favorably to the works of Alfred Hitchcock and highlighting Tatiana Maslany's performance. While also mentioning "Widow's Bay," King expressed a stronger preference for "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed," which he described as better than "Widow's Bay." The article also notes positive comments from Hideo Kojima and Guillermo del Toro regarding "Widow's Bay."
Widow's Bay is an early contender for show of the year, and the devastating finale sets up more horrors for season…Widow's Bay, an Apple TV+ series set in a seemingly charming but cursed New England island town, is being hailed as a contender for show of the year. The series masterfully blends horror and comedy, earning praise from industry figures like Guillermo Del Toro and Hideo Kojima for its unique tone and compelling narrative. The season finale sets the stage for more supernatural horrors in a confirmed second season.
Kiki's Delivery Service is getting the live-action treatment, but it's doing things differently to Studio…BBC Studios Kids & Family, Wheels in Motion, and Kadokawa are collaborating on a live-action television series adaptation of Eiko Kadono's novel Kiki's Delivery Service. The 10-episode series will be based on the first novel, similar to Studio Ghibli's 1989 anime film, and has received Kadono's approval. The project is intended to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the book series.
James Gunn says he pitched the Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd show to Warner Bros. before he "even started at…James Gunn has confirmed that a television project combining the characters Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd is in development for the DC Universe. He stated that the concept was pitched before he officially began his role at DC Studios and that filming is set to commence soon. Gunn also clarified that a previously reported project title, 'DC Crime,' was never associated with this development.
House of the Dragon season 3 matches Rotten Tomatoes score of some of the best Game of Thrones seasonsHouse of the Dragon season 3 has achieved a 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes, matching the highest-rated seasons of Game of Thrones. This season's score surpasses its predecessors, with season 1 at 90% and season 2 at 84%. The current scores are based on the first four episodes of the new season, which adapts the Dance of the Dragons storyline.
House of the Dragon showrunner says major season 3 newcomer Ormund Hightower is "basically the Tywin Lannister of…House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal has introduced Ormund Hightower as a significant new character for season 3, describing him as the "Tywin Lannister" of this world due to his wealth, army, and dragon. Ormund, played by James Norton, is a cousin to Alicent Hightower and nephew to Otto Hightower, and his introduction is expected to complicate the ongoing conflict in Westeros.
House of the Dragon star says he was channeling God of War's Kratos for season 3's Battle of the Gullet:…House of the Dragon actor Abubakar Salim revealed he drew inspiration from God of War's Kratos for his portrayal of Alyn of Hull, particularly for the character's rage-fueled performance in the upcoming Battle of the Gullet. Salim noted the parallels between Kratos and Alyn as men wronged by their fathers seeking to start anew. The article also briefly mentions the live-action God of War TV show and a new game titled God of War Laufey.
Hideo Kojima shares big praise for Apple TV's surprise hit Widow's BayGame developer Hideo Kojima has praised the Apple TV+ series "Widow's Bay," calling it incredibly good and binge-worthy with excellent pacing and a perfect balance of horror and humor. He recommended the show to fans of Stephen King and horror, comparing it to "Jaws" and "Twin Peaks." Kojima's positive review was influenced by a recommendation from Guillermo del Toro.
Mengenal Lukita Maxwell, Artis Berdarah Indonesia Bintang BackroomsLukita Maxwell, an actress of Indonesian descent, has gained attention for her role as Kathrine Taylor in the horror film The Backrooms. She has also appeared in television series such as Generation and Shrinking, and films like The Young Wife and Afraid.
Kru dan Bintang My Royal Nemesis Bersiap Liburan BarengThe cast and crew of the SBS drama My Royal Nemesis are planning a trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam in early July 2026 to celebrate the show's success. While initial reports suggested it was a reward for record-breaking ratings, SBS clarified it is a planned outing for cast and crew, with exact dates and destinations still being coordinated. The romantic comedy has achieved high viewership ratings and remains a top-ranked drama in online discussions.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 12-14)This week's streaming releases from June 12-14 include new seasons of "My Adventures with Superman" and "Widow's Bay" on HBO Max and Apple TV Plus, respectively. Prime Video adds the romance series "Every Year After," Netflix features the stop-motion fantasy "I Am Frankelda," Disney Plus offers an extended edition of "Muppets Most Wanted," and HBO Max also receives the horror film "They Will Kill You."
Doctor Who could be off air for 5 years industry insiders predict, but it will survive like "Marvel, Star Wars, and…Industry insiders predict that Doctor Who could be off the air for up to five years as the BBC puts the series out to tender. Despite concerns from production companies about the show's market viability, comparisons to franchises like Marvel and Star Wars suggest it has long-term potential if managed correctly. Showrunner Russell T Davies and Bad Robot have departed the series, adding to the uncertainty surrounding its future.
Kimiko has a nod to the comics in the final episode of The Boys, and you probably missed itIn the final episode of The Boys, Kimiko uses sign language to communicate with Billy Butcher, a moment that actress Karen Fukuhara suggested as a nod to the original comics. This scene differs from the comics where Kimiko speaks a single line to stop Butcher from eliminating all Supes, a role later filled by Hughie in the show. The article highlights this subtle callback and its significance to the character's arc.
David Harbour says he's developing "several" projects with Stranger Things co-star Millie Bobby Brown:…David Harbour has revealed that he and Stranger Things co-star Millie Bobby Brown are collaborating on several new projects. While details are scarce, Harbour indicated their creative partnership extends beyond the popular Netflix series. Brown also spoke about their evolving professional relationship over the years.
House of the Dragon star offers update on Sea Snake animated prequel show after recent meeting with George R.R. Martin: "Still a possibility"Actor Steve Toussaint, who plays Sea Snake in House of the Dragon, confirmed that the animated prequel series Nine Voyages is still in development after a recent meeting with George R.R. Martin. Toussaint expressed interest in voicing a younger Lord Corlys in the animated format, though he is unsure of the project's current stage. The series is one of several planned expansions of the Game of Thrones universe.
Debut Teach You a Lesson Langsung Kuasai Netlix GlobalThe Korean drama 'Teach You a Lesson' quickly rose to the top of Netflix's non-English TV shows list globally in its first week, garnering 6.4 million views. The series, based on the webtoon 'Get Schooled,' ranked in the Top 10 in 48 countries and highlights the dominance of South Korean content on streaming platforms.
The Boys season 5 finale left star Jack Quaid in tears over Hughie's fate: "It was so surreal for me"The Boys star Jack Quaid described his emotional reaction to the season 5 finale's events concerning his character, Hughie. The finale saw Hughie and Annie starting a new life running an AV repair shop while continuing to fight supes, with Annie revealed to be pregnant and naming their child Robin. The article also mentions upcoming spin-offs and Quaid's surreal experience filming the pregnancy scene.