“Constantine” to End Run With 13 Episodes

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NBC has officially ended production on the DC Comics adaptation, “Constantine.” The season will end with its 13 episode original run.

“Constantine” averages 4.5 million total viewers and a 1.4 rating among the advertiser-coveted adults 18-49 metric, off from Grimm‘s 6.3 million and 1.8, respectively.

The series was developed by Daniel Cerone and David S. Goyer for NBC, based on characters appearing in the comic series Hellblazer published by DC Comics under their Vertigo imprint. Matt Ryan stars as John Constantine. It follows the titular character, a petty dabbler of the occult and a man struggling with his past sins, as he tries to protect humanity from a gathering supernatural threat.

Whether it will return for a season is still being decided but currently it isn’t looking good considering it is being pulled from the midseason schedule.

Watch New Trailer for Telltale’s Game of Thrones

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The first trailer for the upcoming new Telltale game series, “Game of Thrones” has been released. The trailer, known as “Iron From Ice” is for the first episode of the game series.

The trailer is narrated by Lena Headey who plays Cersei Lannister in the television show on HBO.  The game follows the members of House Forrester — long-time allies of House Stark. With Cersei in the mix, this doesn’t bode well for the Forresters.

Some of the television show’s cast members will reprise their roles for the game including Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey), Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage), Margaery Tyrell (Natalie Dormer), Ramsay Snow (Iwan Rheon). More cast members are reported to join in later game episodes.

“Game of Thrones” by Telltale will be six episodes long with five playable characters from the Forrester family. It will be releasing on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS3, PC/Mac, iOS, and “additional platforms.” We currently do not have an official release date.

You can watch the trailer below:

Daniel Bruhl Joins Captain American: Civil War

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The next installment in the “Captain America” saga for Marvel Studios, Captain America: Civil War, has added Daniel Bruhl in a mystery role.

Bruhl has previously starred in Quentin Tarantino’s Inglourious Basterds, Bill Condon’s The Fifth Estate and, opposite Marvel Cinematic Universe star Chris Hemsworth, Ron Howard’s Rush. 

His role in the film will likely be announced within the next few months.

Chris Evans returns in the starring role for the third Captain America film for the Marvel Cinematic universe alone side Robert Downey, Jr. (reprising his role as Tony Stark) and the recently revealed Chadwick Boseman (debuting as the Black Panther).

Marvel President Kevin Feige said,

“With Daniel’s ability to deliver intense, nuanced performances, we knew we had found yet another great actor to share the screen with some of our biggest heroes.”

Captain America: Civil War will be directed by Joe and Anthony Russo. Look for it to hit theaters May 6, 2016.

 

Jared Leto Eyeing Joker Role in “Suicide Squad”

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It is being reported that Jared Leto is looking to join the cast of the upcoming Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment project Suicide Squad. Further, according to The Hollywood Reporter, he is eyeing the iconic role of the Joker.

The Suicide Squad is also known as Task Force X was originally created by Robert Kanigher and Ross Andru. They first appeared in “Brave and the Bold” issue number 25. Its most recent iteration includes characters Deadshot, King Shark, Captain Boomerang and Harley Quinn.

Neither Leto or Warner Bros has confirmed the role. News on the casting is expected to be released within the next few days to weeks.

David Ayer is currently attached to direct the adaptation. The film is slated for release on Aug. 5, 2016.

TellTale Games Releases Another Game of Thrones Teaser

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A brand new teaser (the third actually!) has been released for Telltale Games upcoming new episodic game, “Game of Thrones.” This teaser gives us a little more information regarding the setting and character of the highly anticipated release.

It should be noted that there are spoilers for the book and/or TV series if you are not caught up.

It appears that the timeframe and area for the game is in North and will focus on Stannis while he intervenes against House Bolton and House Greyjoy. However, there could also be a new story that we don’t know about being presented in the familiar territory.

IGN attempted to contact TellTale to confirm the storyline but were unable to get any information.

More information will likely release soon! For now you can watch the teaser below:

“Witches of East End” Canceled

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The television adaptation, “Witches of East End” has been officially cancelled by Lifetime. The series lasted two seasons and starred Julia Ormond, Rachel Boston, Jenna Dewan Tatum, Madchen Amick, Eric Winter, Daniel DiTomasso and Christian Cooke.

“Witches of East End” is based on the novel series of the same name written by Melissa de la Cruz. It was developed by for television by Maggie Friedman while Fox 21 and 3 Arts produced the series.

Despite starting off on a high note with an average of 3 million viewers, 1.7 million of them in the advertiser-coveted adults 18-49 demo, the show’s second season dropped sharply in viewership. The finale ended with barely more than 1 million in same-day ratings.

Live Stage Show Of The Hunger Games Will Debut In 2016

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“The Hunger Games” is being adapted again, this time for stage. A live performance of the post apocalyptic tale will hit the stage in London sometime in 2016. However, this won’t be just any performance, a brand new theater specifically for this production is being built to house the performance.

The theater will be built next to London’s Wembley stadium. Tim Palen of Lionsgate has said that famed producer and Image Nation co-founder Robin de Levita and his collaborators are the perfect fit to bring “The Hunger Games” to the stage. He said,

“Their creative genius combined with world-class production values and state-of-the-art technology will provide a uniquely immersive experience for fans around the world.”

It is currently unclear how they will go about adapting the three-part novel series to stage. But in the meantime, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, in theaters worldwide on November 21st.

Netflix Brings Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events to Series

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Netflix is bringing us another original series by way of “Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events.” The 2004 YA novel series was originally adapted into film starring Jim Carrey but will now become a live action television series on Netflix.

The novel series has 13 books in the series so there is no shortage of book material for Netflix to adapt. The books follow the darkly humorous visual world of Violet, Klaus, and little Sunny Baudelaire, three orphans who are doggedly pursued by their distant cousin/uncle Count Olaf.

Cindy Holland, VP Original Content at Netflix, said,

“On the search for fantastic material that appeals to both parents and kids, the first stop for generations of readers is ‘A Series Of Unfortunate Events. The world created by Lemony Snicket is unique, darkly funny and relatable. We can’t wait to bring it to life for Netflix members.”

Netflix has not yet signed a director for the upcoming original series. There is no word yet on when production will begin or who Netflix is eyeing to star.

Listen to Mockingjay Single from Chvrches

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Chvrches has officially released their single for the soundtrack for the upcoming film, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. The single is titled “Dead Air” and you can hear it below!

“Chvrches have released “Dead Air, their contribution to the Lorde-curated soundtrack. Mockingjay-wise, “Dead Air” follows Lorde’s “Yellow Flicker Beat” and The Chemical Brothers’ “This Is Not a Game.”

The soundtrack for Part 1 will also have tracks by Tove Lo, Grace Jones and Charli XCX, as well as a collaboration between Major Lazer and Ariana Grande.

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 soundtrack is available for pre-order on iTunes and is expected to release on Nov. 17. Mockingjay – Part 1 hits theaters Nov. 21.

Listen to “Dead Air” in the player below.

Ridley Scott to Produce Sequel Series to 2001: A Space Odyssey

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Ridley Scott has announced his plans to create a sequel miniseries to the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. The miniseries, titled 3001: The Final Odyssey, is based on Arthur C. Clarke’s 1997 novel of the same name which is the final book in Clarke’s Odyssey series.

The series will begin with the discovery of Frank Poole’s frozen body floating in space. Poole will then return to Earth (it’s now the year 3001) and find that life has changed a lot.

Stuart Beattie will write the adaptation. He said,

“I have always been a fan of Clarke’s extraordinary Odyssey series, and certainly Kubrick’s adaptation of 2001. I am thrilled to be part of bringing that legacy to audiences and continuing the great cinematic tradition that this story and its creators deserve.”

3001: The Final Odyssey is excepted to release sometime in 2015. There is no word on who will star in miniseries.