As a total TV and movie buff, I’m always trying to figure out what everyone’s buzzing about. So, I keep an eye on what’s trending online – things like likes, shares, and comments on platforms like Facebook and YouTube. Basically, I use all that ‘social chatter’ to get a sense of which new shows and specials are really grabbing people’s attention before they even air. It’s a great way to see what’s going to be a hit!
Paramount+ doesn’t have a ton of new shows this week, but they do have a good mix of current favorites and classic series available only on their platform – something for everyone, depending on your taste.
Brian De Palma’s thriller Blow Out is currently available to stream on Tubi and The Roku Channel. In 1994, while promoting Pulp Fiction, Quentin Tarantino found the film at a video store and shared his thoughts on it.
On the recent Hot Mic podcast, John Rocha shared some new rumors about the upcoming movie. He said that Doctor Doom will reportedly have a group of followers – described as witches and wizards – working under his command, which Rocha is calling a ‘black order’.
Andrew Guest, the creator of the new Disney+ series Wonder Man, recently addressed questions about whether the character Simon Williams is a mutant after his introduction into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The show itself follows Simon, an actor who is determined to be cast as the lead in a Wonder Man movie remake.
The company is adapting Hannah Rose May’s comic book series, The Exorcism at 1600 Penn, into a feature film. The story is a supernatural thriller taking place in the White House.
Catherine O’Hara, despite a long and successful career, remains remarkably down-to-earth – she even complimented my hair! She actually developed a knack for hairstyling early in her career with Second City and SCTV, helping create looks for herself and her colleagues to bring different characters to life. This talent has served her well in a wide range of roles, from films like Beetlejuice and Home Alone, to Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy’s mockumentaries (Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, and For Your Consideration), and most recently, her acclaimed role as Moira Rose on Schitt’s Creek. “Some actors prefer to play similar characters, but I love variety,” she explains. “I don’t want to be limited – I want to explore different roles and not be defined by just one thing. I’m still figuring out who I am!”
The series His & Hers is adapted from Alice Feeney’s novel of the same name. It centers around reporter Anna (played by Tessa Thompson) who investigates a murder back in her hometown. Complicating matters, Anna’s husband, Jack (played by Jon Bernthal), is the lead detective on the case. The show is packed with unexpected twists, mysteries, and shocking revelations, and viewers who enjoy it will likely appreciate other similar series.
Catherine O’Hara began her career at the Second City theater in Toronto and was an original cast member of SCTV in 1976, alongside stars like John Candy and Eugene Levy. She won Emmy Awards for her work on both SCTV and Schitt’s Creek, and recently received a nomination for her role on The Studio, where she played a former studio head and mentor. She met her husband, Bo Welch, an award-winning production designer known for his work with Tim Burton, while filming Beetlejuice, and they married in 1992.
The fourth season of Bridgerton starts in a surprising way – by focusing on the servants who keep the Bridgerton household running, rather than the family themselves. Previously, these characters were mostly in the background, but now they take center stage. We see them performing all the tasks necessary to maintain the Bridgertons’ comfortable lifestyle, from preparing meals and tending fires to answering every call for service. The show deliberately highlights the sheer amount of work and effort involved, creating a noticeable impact. This season shifts the focus from the show’s usual themes to explore issues of class, a topic Bridgerton hasn’t always handled well, and it rises to the challenge with grace and skill.