John Hannah to Lead U.K. Detective Drama Series ‘Death in Benidorm’ for Paramount’s Channel 5 and ZDF (EXCLUSIVE)

John Hannah to Lead U.K. Detective Drama Series ‘Death in Benidorm’ for Paramount’s Channel 5 and ZDF (EXCLUSIVE)

BAFTA nominee John Hannah (“The Last of Us,” “Four Weddings and a Funeral”) is set to lead “Death in Benidorm,” a new detective drama series launching on the Paramount Skydance-owned U.K. network Channel 5. The show — which is currently a working title — comes from Blackbox Multimedia and Clapperboard and centers around Dennis, a former detective […]

Lucy Liu’s ‘Rosemead’ Boarded by Picture Tree for International Sales (EXCLUSIVE)

Lucy Liu’s ‘Rosemead’ Boarded by Picture Tree for International Sales (EXCLUSIVE)

Picture Tree Intl. has acquired international sales rights to “Rosemead,” the dramatic thriller headlined by Lucy Liu, alongside breakout newcomer Lawrence Shou. The feature marks the directorial debut of cinematographer Eric Lin (“The Exploding Girl,” “The Sound of Silence,” “Hearts Beat Loud”). Vertical will release the film theatrically in the U.S. on Dec. 5 and […]

Filipino Historical Epic ‘Quezon,’ Starring Jericho Rosales, Iain Glen, Sets Global Rollout (EXCLUSIVE)

Filipino Historical Epic ‘Quezon,’ Starring Jericho Rosales, Iain Glen, Sets Global Rollout (EXCLUSIVE)

TBA Studios has unveiled the worldwide release strategy for “Quezon,” a historical biopic chronicling the political ascent of Manuel L. Quezon, the first president of the Philippine Commonwealth. The film stars Filipino actor Jericho Rosales in the title role alongside “Game of Thrones” alumnus Iain Glen. ABS-CBN International has secured exclusive theatrical distribution rights for […]

‘The Plague’ Director Alberto Rodríguez Unpacks ‘The Anatomy of the Moment,’ Hailed in Spain as ‘the Series of the Year’

‘The Plague’ Director Alberto Rodríguez Unpacks ‘The Anatomy of the Moment,’ Hailed in Spain as ‘the Series of the Year’

Set in 1580 Seville, Spaniard Alberto Rodríguez’s 2017 series “The Plague,” a milestone in Spanish TV history, depicted how Spain took a wrong turn.  Inspired by Javier Cercas’ non-fiction book, starring Alvaro Morte (“Money Heist”) and acclaimed at September’s San Sebastián world premiere, Rodríguez’s “Anatomy of a Moment” tells how over 1976-81, Spain finally got […]

Madgic Distribution Marks MipJunior Debut With Sale of Toon Series ‘Emerald’ to Knowledge Canada, MediaCorp Singapore and Noga Israel (EXCLUSIVE)

Madgic Distribution Marks MipJunior Debut With Sale of Toon Series ‘Emerald’ to Knowledge Canada, MediaCorp Singapore and Noga Israel (EXCLUSIVE)

French kids content distributor Madgic Distribution (formerly APC Kids), has marked its debut at MipJunior with the sale of new animated series “Emerald” to Knowledge Canada, Mediacorp Singapore and Noga Israel. Adapted from the hit book series by Harriet Muncaster, the 18 x 11′ series, which includes a 22’ special, is produced by U.K. independent […]

‘Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’ Takes Showmax’s Hit Franchise to Brazil (EXCLUSIVE)

‘Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’ Takes Showmax’s Hit Franchise to Brazil (EXCLUSIVE)

Showmax is expanding its hit “Real Housewives” franchise with “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa,” bringing together standout cast members from South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria for a Brazilian getaway. The latest installment follows the success of “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: South Africa,” which ranked as one of Showmax’s most-watched series in […]

Britt Raes Talks Adapting Berlinale-Winning Short ‘Luce and the Rock’ Into Series for VRT’s Ketnet and New Wave of Flemish Animators

Britt Raes Talks Adapting Berlinale-Winning Short ‘Luce and the Rock’ Into Series for VRT’s Ketnet and New Wave of Flemish Animators

Three years after winning Best European Short Film for Children and Young Audiences at the Berlinale with “Luce and the Rock,” Flemish director Britt Raes is adapting the film into a series consisting of 39 seven-minute episodes for Ketnet, the children’s arm of Belgian broadcaster VRT. Belgium’s Thuristar produces in co-production with France’s La Cabane […]

‘The Big F**k-Up’ Producer Gears Up to Launch Female-Led Dramedy ‘Boho,’ Warns Against Conservatism: ‘The Old White Man is Back’

‘The Big F**k-Up’ Producer Gears Up to Launch Female-Led Dramedy ‘Boho,’ Warns Against Conservatism: ‘The Old White Man is Back’

After hitting Canneseries by storm with “The Big Fuck-Up,” leading Flemish production label Jonnydepony is gearing up to release millennial female-led comedy “Boho.” Created by Abbie Boutkabout and directed by Olympia Allaert, the dramedy is set in the vibrant neighborhood of Borgerhout in Antwerp and boasts intricately choreographed dance and music to tell the intertwined […]

The Animation Industry is Strapped for Cash. What’s Next?

The Animation Industry is Strapped for Cash. What’s Next?

The international animation sector has seen better days. A market correction in the U.S., combined with a commissioning landscape that has yet to return to pre-strike levels—and likely never will—has reverberated across the globe, triggering contraction and uncertainty within an industry that had spent years expanding to meet once-insatiable streamer demand. Ironically, the sector’s diverse […]

WWE Has Lost 17 Talents From The Roster (And Those Might Not Be The Last)

WWE Has Lost 17 Talents From The Roster (And Those Might Not Be The Last)

It’s been somewhat of a rollercoaster in WWE from a roster perspective, as there have already been several unexpected departures and releases, and those are likely not the last. So far, we’ve seen releases or non-contract renewals from WWE, stars who have decided not to renew with WWE, and immediate contract terminations, and all of […] The post WWE Has Lost 17 Talents From The Roster (And Those Might Not Be The Last) appeared first on ComicBook.com .

Little People Back to The Future 40th Anniversary Collector Set Is Up For Pre-Order

Little People Back to The Future 40th Anniversary Collector Set Is Up For Pre-Order

The 40th anniversary of Back to the Future is a big milestone, but Fisher-Price is celebrating by going small. Marty McFly and Doc Brown have joined the Little People Collector lineup as adorable and collectible chibi figures! Fisher-Price was kind enough to send us a sample to check out, and the figures look great in […] The post Little People Back to The Future 40th Anniversary Collector Set Is Up For Pre-Order appeared first on ComicBook.com .