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Scoop: ABBOTT ELEMENTARY on ABC - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on ABBOTT ELEMENTARY, airing on ABC on Wednesday, May 8, 2024! Barbara invites Gregory to her family’s Mother’s Day brunch. Jacob scrambles to figure out how to organize a school field trip. Watch a clip from a recent episode now!

Scoop: THE CONNERS on ABC - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE CONNERS, airing on ABC on Wednesday, May 8, 2024! A fire at Ben’s hardware store causes a major setback for the family. Meanwhile, Becky feels enormous pressure to help every single patient at her mental health facility internship. Watch a sneak peak!

THE IDEA OF YOU Starring Anne Hathaway Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


The Idea of You, the new romantic comedy starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, is now available to stream on Prime Video. Based on the acclaimed, contemporary love story of the same name, The Idea of You centers on Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. Watch the trailer now!

Janelle Monáe Joins Cast of Pharrell Williams Musical Film
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Grammy-Award-nominated singer and actress Janelle Monáe is the latest high-profile artist to join the upcoming musical film from Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry. Monáe joins the previously announced Missy Elliott, Brian Tyree Henry, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, and recent Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph. Monáe's screen credits include Moonlight, Hidden Figures, and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery where she portrayed twins Cassandra and Helen Brand.

Video: Hannah Waddingham Talks THE FALL GUY on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


On Thursday, actress Hannah Waddingham joined The Today Show to discuss her role in the new comedy The Fall Guy with Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. In the film, she plays producer Gail Meyer, a character that Waddingham calls 'revolting'. 'She's very self-serving. Her needle on her moral compass is somewhere else,' the actress said as she pointed around. Watch the interview now!

Photos/Video: See First Look at Season 6 of COBRA KAI
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


The series takes place over 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament with the continuation of the inescapable conflict between Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka). The first five seasons are now streaming.

Jessica Lange to Receive CineMerit Award at the Munich Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Jessica Lange, who is currently starring on Broadway in Mother Play, will be receiving the CineMerit Award this summer at the Munich International Film Festival. The award recognizes high achievement in the world of cinema. Past winners of the award include Ralph Fiennes, Antonio Banderas, and Emma Thompson.

Video: AMC Shares Sneak Peak of Giancarlo Esposito in Season Finale of PARISH
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


AMC and AMC+ have shared a sneak peek clip from the upcoming season finale of the gripping crime drama, Parish, starring and executive produced by Emmy® and SAG® award-nominee and Critics Choice® award-winner Giancarlo Esposito. Watch the video here!

Tom Hollander to Star in New Thriller Series IRIS With Niamh Algar
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Tom Hollander and Niamh Algar are set to star in a new Sky Original thriller Iris, written and created by Neil Cross, the mastermind behind the acclaimed Golden Globe Award-winning series Luther. Iris is a sun-drenched chase thriller about a rootless and enigmatic genius, Iris Nixon (Algar) who steals a code from charming philanthropist Cameron McIntyre (Hollander) and goes on the run. Armed only with her lethal intelligence and chameleonic charm, the clock is ticking for her to work out what the code could unleash before she is found.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Maya Rudolph to Close Out SNL's 49th Season
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


The final guests for Season 49 of Saturday Night Live have been announced as Maya Rudolph and Jake Gyllenhall. Maya Rudolph will host “SNL” for the third time on May 11. The five-time Emmy Award winner currently stars in and executive produces the second season of Loot. Jake Gyllenhaal will host the May 18 season finale, returning as host for the third time. He makes his series debut as star and executive producer of “Presumed Innocent,” premiering June 12 on Apple TV+. 

Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Deadline has reported that Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas will appear in a new musical comedy from John Carney, director of Once and Sing Street. The film, titled Power Ballad, is said to tell 'the story of a wedding singer (Rudd), a rock star (Jonas), and the song that comes between them.' The musical, which is currently filming in Dublin, will hit the Cannes market this month.

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac Star in Panos Cosmatos' Thriller 'Flesh of the Gods'
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac are set to star in the thriller Flesh of the Gods from director Panos Cosmatos. In glittering 80's LA, married couple, Raoul and Alex descend each evening from their luxury skyscraper condo and head into an electric nighttime realm of 80’s Los Angeles. When they cross paths with the mysterious and enigmatic NAMELESS and her hard-partying cabal, Raoul and Alex are seduced into a glamorous, surrealistic world of hedonism, thrills, and violence.

Anthony Hopkins Will Play George Frideric Handel in New Biopic
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


According to reportsm Anthony Hopkins will be taking on another real-life figure by playing composer George Frideric Handel in a new biopic from Andrew Levitas, director of Minimata. The script for the film, titled The King of Covent Garden, was written by playwright and professor Tim Slover and centers on Handel while he creates his 1741 masterpiece, Messiah.

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons will be starring together in a comedy from Simon Curtis, the director of My Week With Marilyn and Downton Abbey: A New Era. The forthcoming comedy will center on Nigel (Irons) and Marie (Close), playing former Broadway veterans who are now living in a retirement community. When they discover the hidden talents of their fellow residents, they decide to put on a show starring Nigel and produced by Marie.

Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of Comedy Series WE ARE LADY PARTS
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Peacock has just released the trailer for Season 2 of the critically acclaimed comedy series We Are Lady Parts. Season 2 of the series sees the band return with a renewed artistic mission after the high of their first UK tour, only to find a rival band threatens their delicate status quo. As the reality of chasing success sets in, Lady Parts embarks on recording their first album, juggling personal ambitions and deciding whether ‘making it big’ is really what they want. Watch the trailer now!

Video: See Benedict Cumberbatch in Trailer for Netflix's ERIC
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


Netflix has released the full-length trailer for Eric, a new limited series from Abi Morgan. The series, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann and McKinley Belcher III will be arriving on Netflix on May 30th, 2024. Set in 1980s New York, Eric is a new emotional thriller from Abi Morgan following the desperate search of a father when his nine-year-old son disappears one morning on the way to school. Watch the trailer now!

Scoop: AMERICAN IDOL on ABC - Sunday, May 5, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on AMERICAN IDOL, airing on ABC on Sunday, May 5, 2024! Multiplatinum superstar Ciara serves as guest mentor for the Top 7, who perform dance songs from various artists and iconic hits from bestselling artist Adele. Watch a video performance from a recent episode!

Scoop: FARMER WANTS A WIFE on FOX - Thursday, May 9, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on FARMER WANTS A WIFE, airing on FOX on Thursday, May 9, 2024! It’s decision time with hearts on the line as the farmersmake their final choices between the two ladies that remain, picking the one they think they have a future with, in hopes of an everlasting love story. Watch a video now!

Scoop: NEXT LEVEL CHEF on FOX - Thursday, May 9, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on NEXT LEVEL CHEF, airing on FOX on Thursday, May 2, 2024! The competition reaches its boiling point as the final three chefs race against the clock to craft a sensational three-course meal. Watch a video preview now!

Meryl Streep to Receive Honorary Palme D'Or At Cannes Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2024


According to reports, actress Meryl Streep will be receiving the Honorary Palme d’Or award at the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Streep has starred in numerous films throughout her career and has the distinction of being the most nominated person in the acting categories at the Academy Awards. Some of her musical roles include Mamma Mia! and its sequel, Into the Woods, and Mary Poppins Returns.

Scoop: ANIMAL CONTROL on FOX - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on ANIMAL CONTROL, airing on FOX on Wednesday, May 8, 2024! Frank’s investigation reaches a thrilling conclusion, only for an unexpected twist to throw his victory into question. Watch a video preview!

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, May 8, 2024! It’s “Final Four” night on The Masked Singer! In the Quarter Finals, the final four contestants open the show with panelist Rita Ora’s hit song, “Praising You!” Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Scoop: Coming Up on ALERT: MISSING PERSONS UNIT on FOX - Tuesday, May 7, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on ALERT: MISSING PERSONS UNIT, airing on FOX on Tuesday, May 7, 2024! The MPU is on the case when a young boy claims his father was abducted by aliens as they were stargazing at a remote campsite. Watch a video preview here!

Scoop: THE CLEANING LADY on FOX - Tuesday, May 7, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE CLEANING LADY, airing on FOX on Tuesday, May 7, 2024! Ramona considers an offer from Thony that causes a shift in their dynamic. Jorge teams up with Nadia as a way to use her connections and Russo’s team gets closer to breaking their case open. Watch a video preview!

Scoop: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE on FOX - Monday, May 6, 2024
by TV Scoop - May 02, 2024


Get all the scoop on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE, airing on FOX on Monday, May 6, 2024! Tonight, the competition continues as the top five dancers take on a tour challenge. This week the dancers will take on a tour-themed challenge featuring two performances for musician T-Pain choreographed by Fullout Cortland and Kyle Hanagami. Watch a performance from the show!


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