Luck was on director Peggy Holmes‘ side when the film Luck landed in her lap, a project about a young woman in the foster-care system looking for her happy ending.
Holmes spoke about all the layers that went into creating the world in which protagonist Sam Greenfield (Eva Noblezada) exists during a panel at Deadline’s Contenders Film: Los Angeles awards-season event, and what attracted her to the animated film that found a home at Apple.
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“I was asked to take a look at this project and there were two things that I was really drawn to, and one was the idea that Sam was growing up in the foster-care system. I thought it could be a great opportunity to create an emotional story about someone with no family finding a forever family,” Holmes said.
“And then also, there was a leprechaun.
Holmes spoke about all the layers that went into creating the world in which protagonist Sam Greenfield (Eva Noblezada) exists during a panel at Deadline’s Contenders Film: Los Angeles awards-season event, and what attracted her to the animated film that found a home at Apple.
Related: The Contenders Film: Los Angeles – Deadline’s Full Coverage
“I was asked to take a look at this project and there were two things that I was really drawn to, and one was the idea that Sam was growing up in the foster-care system. I thought it could be a great opportunity to create an emotional story about someone with no family finding a forever family,” Holmes said.
“And then also, there was a leprechaun.
- 11/20/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Luck Review — Luck (2022) Film Review, a movie directed by Peggy Holmes, written by Kiel Murray and starring Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Colin O’Donoghue, Lil Rel Howery, Flula Borg, John Ratzenberger, Adelynn Spoon, Grey Griffin, Suzy Nakamura, Kari Wahlgren, Kwaku Fortune, Chris Edgerly, Maurice J. Irvin, Nick Thurston and [...]
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- 8/16/2022
- by Thomas Duffy
- Film-Book
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Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for Bullet Train, Easter Sunday, Prey and A League of Their Own.
Bullet Train Los Angeles premiere
Sony’s Bullet Train stopped in Los Angeles on Monday, where stars Brad Pitt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Joey King, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Bad Bunny), Zazie Beetz and Logan Lerman walked the red carpet.
Logan Lerman, Masi Oka, Hiroyuki Sanada, Brian Tyree Henry, Bad Bunny, Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Zazie Beetz, David Leitch, Kelly McCormick and Andrea Muñoz Chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment Tony Vinciquerra and Brad Pitt
Easter Sunday premiere
Jo Koy debuted his family comedy Easter Sunday on Tuesday at the Tcl Chinese Theatre alongside costars Jimmy O. Yang and Tiffany Haddish, producer Dan Lin and director Jay Chandrasekhar.
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for Bullet Train, Easter Sunday, Prey and A League of Their Own.
Bullet Train Los Angeles premiere
Sony’s Bullet Train stopped in Los Angeles on Monday, where stars Brad Pitt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Joey King, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Bad Bunny), Zazie Beetz and Logan Lerman walked the red carpet.
Logan Lerman, Masi Oka, Hiroyuki Sanada, Brian Tyree Henry, Bad Bunny, Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Zazie Beetz, David Leitch, Kelly McCormick and Andrea Muñoz Chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment Tony Vinciquerra and Brad Pitt
Easter Sunday premiere
Jo Koy debuted his family comedy Easter Sunday on Tuesday at the Tcl Chinese Theatre alongside costars Jimmy O. Yang and Tiffany Haddish, producer Dan Lin and director Jay Chandrasekhar.
- 8/5/2022
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s your lucky day! AppleTV’s newest animated film, “Luck,” comes out Friday, Aug. 5.
With voice acting from Whoopi Goldberg and Jane Fonda, the fantasy comedy will explore what happens when the unluckiest person stumbles into the Land of Luck.
If you’re feeling lucky, here’s how to watch “Luck” ahead of its release date.
Will “Luck” be in theaters?
No, the animated flick will not have a theatrical release and will only be available to stream.
Is “Luck” streaming?
Yes, “Luck” will debut exclusively on Apple TV+.
What is “Luck” about?
The comedy follows Sam Greenfield (Eva Noblezada), the unluckiest person in the world, as she attempts to change her fate. When she unintentionally discovers the Land of Luck, she teams up with magical creatures to turn her luck around.
Who is in the “Luck” cast?
Eva Noblezada voices Sam alongside veterans Goldberg and Fonda, who play The Captain,...
With voice acting from Whoopi Goldberg and Jane Fonda, the fantasy comedy will explore what happens when the unluckiest person stumbles into the Land of Luck.
If you’re feeling lucky, here’s how to watch “Luck” ahead of its release date.
Will “Luck” be in theaters?
No, the animated flick will not have a theatrical release and will only be available to stream.
Is “Luck” streaming?
Yes, “Luck” will debut exclusively on Apple TV+.
What is “Luck” about?
The comedy follows Sam Greenfield (Eva Noblezada), the unluckiest person in the world, as she attempts to change her fate. When she unintentionally discovers the Land of Luck, she teams up with magical creatures to turn her luck around.
Who is in the “Luck” cast?
Eva Noblezada voices Sam alongside veterans Goldberg and Fonda, who play The Captain,...
- 8/5/2022
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Chicago – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Scott Thompson on Wbgr-fm on August 4th, reviewing “Luck,” an animated movie treat featuring the voices of Simon Pegg and Jane Fonda. The film will stream on Apple TV+ beginning August 5th.
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Sam (voice of Eva Noblezada) is an 18-year-old foster child, known for her incredible bad luck, who has reached the end of her orphanage stay, even though she is best pals with fellow foster child Hazel (Adelynn Spoon). Now in the real world, her bad luck follows her into a new apartment and job. When she shares some food with a black cat named Bob (Simon Pegg), he drops a lucky penny, which changes Sam’s fortunes. But just like her bad luck, he needs that penny back, and reveals that not only that he can talk, but he lives in the Land of Luck,...
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Sam (voice of Eva Noblezada) is an 18-year-old foster child, known for her incredible bad luck, who has reached the end of her orphanage stay, even though she is best pals with fellow foster child Hazel (Adelynn Spoon). Now in the real world, her bad luck follows her into a new apartment and job. When she shares some food with a black cat named Bob (Simon Pegg), he drops a lucky penny, which changes Sam’s fortunes. But just like her bad luck, he needs that penny back, and reveals that not only that he can talk, but he lives in the Land of Luck,...
- 8/4/2022
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Full disclosure: I don’t believe in luck, but I do believe that “Luck” — the first feature-length toon from David Ellison-backed Skydance Animation — represents a force for good in the world. It’s not easy developing both a pipeline and a project that could compete with the Disneys and DreamWorks out there. While the new studio’s debut can’t touch “Toy Story,” it’s an auspicious start for a talented group of storytellers.
After Lasseter got involved, “Luck” changed direction — and directors — picking up choreographer-turned-helmer Peggy Holmes and shifting to a plot full of cute supporting characters (lilting leprechauns! dancing bunnies!). Still, the creative team never quite cracked their promising subject, settling on a plucky but unlucky 18-year-old orphan who travels to the source of both good and bad luck — a garish Willy Wonka-esque parallel world where most of the movie takes place — in order to collect...
After Lasseter got involved, “Luck” changed direction — and directors — picking up choreographer-turned-helmer Peggy Holmes and shifting to a plot full of cute supporting characters (lilting leprechauns! dancing bunnies!). Still, the creative team never quite cracked their promising subject, settling on a plucky but unlucky 18-year-old orphan who travels to the source of both good and bad luck — a garish Willy Wonka-esque parallel world where most of the movie takes place — in order to collect...
- 8/3/2022
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
Good fortune is a very real and quantifiable asset in the 3-D CG animated feature “Luck,” the first animated venture from Skydance Media – and the first project produced by disgraced industry figure John Lasseter since allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced in 2017.
Sam, a self-declared unlucky girl raised in foster care, doesn’t think of luck, or lack thereof, as a superstitious belief or as a placebo to explain the unexplainable events in our unpredictable day to day. For her, it’s the root cause of all her misfortune, big and small, including missing out on being adopted. Now that she has aged out of the system, her only desire is for her younger friend Hazel to find a forever home.
A longtime choreographer at Walt Disney Studios, Peggy Holmes directs this exceptionally crafted magical adventure. Despite having an emotional arc that becomes evident within its first few minutes, “Luck” registers...
Sam, a self-declared unlucky girl raised in foster care, doesn’t think of luck, or lack thereof, as a superstitious belief or as a placebo to explain the unexplainable events in our unpredictable day to day. For her, it’s the root cause of all her misfortune, big and small, including missing out on being adopted. Now that she has aged out of the system, her only desire is for her younger friend Hazel to find a forever home.
A longtime choreographer at Walt Disney Studios, Peggy Holmes directs this exceptionally crafted magical adventure. Despite having an emotional arc that becomes evident within its first few minutes, “Luck” registers...
- 8/3/2022
- by Carlos Aguilar
- The Wrap
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Sam Greenfield (voiced by Hadestown’s Eva Noblezada) might just be the world’s unluckiest person. The 18-year-old protagonist of Apple TV+ and Skydance Animation’s wholesome film Luck is an expert in poor timing, unhappy accidents and minor disasters. (Sometimes major ones, too). Random objects fall on her head, she slips and trips, and almost everything she touches breaks. Despite her general misfortune, Sam is a perennial optimist — a woman who prefers to look on the brighter side.
Luck tells the story of how Sam momentarily comes into better fortunes, loses that opportunity and sets out to find it again. If Apple’s extensive marketing campaign has got you doing a double take, you aren’t alone. Luck is the kind of hopeful, detailed tale Pixar would release, but this is not a product of the animation behemoth — not really. It’s the brainchild of Skydance Animation,...
Sam Greenfield (voiced by Hadestown’s Eva Noblezada) might just be the world’s unluckiest person. The 18-year-old protagonist of Apple TV+ and Skydance Animation’s wholesome film Luck is an expert in poor timing, unhappy accidents and minor disasters. (Sometimes major ones, too). Random objects fall on her head, she slips and trips, and almost everything she touches breaks. Despite her general misfortune, Sam is a perennial optimist — a woman who prefers to look on the brighter side.
Luck tells the story of how Sam momentarily comes into better fortunes, loses that opportunity and sets out to find it again. If Apple’s extensive marketing campaign has got you doing a double take, you aren’t alone. Luck is the kind of hopeful, detailed tale Pixar would release, but this is not a product of the animation behemoth — not really. It’s the brainchild of Skydance Animation,...
- 8/3/2022
- by Lovia Gyarkye
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
From Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation comes the new animated feature "Luck",directed by Peggy Holmes, starring Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon. streaming August 5, 2022 on Apple TV+ :
"...'Sam Greenfield', the unluckiest girl in the world, stumbles into the never-before-seen 'Land of Luck', then sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend.
"But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it..."
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"...'Sam Greenfield', the unluckiest girl in the world, stumbles into the never-before-seen 'Land of Luck', then sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend.
"But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it..."
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- 7/12/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
See Where Good Luck Is Born In The Trailer For The Animated Film Luck – Debuts On Apple TV+ August 5
From Apple Original Films comes the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it. Luck is produced by Skydance Animation.
Apple Original Films’ “Luck” features the voice talents of stars Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon. The animated feature is directed by Peggy Holmes from a screenplay by Kiel Murray, with John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and David Eisenmann producing for Skydance Animation.
Luck is streaming August 5, exclusively on Apple TV+ https://apple.co/_Luck
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Apple Original Films’ “Luck” features the voice talents of stars Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon. The animated feature is directed by Peggy Holmes from a screenplay by Kiel Murray, with John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and David Eisenmann producing for Skydance Animation.
Luck is streaming August 5, exclusively on Apple TV+ https://apple.co/_Luck
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- 7/7/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Apple Original Films has unveiled the trailer for the new animated feature ‘Luck,’ produced by Skydance Animation.
From Apple Original Films comes the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
The film features the voice talents of stars Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon. The animated feature is directed by Peggy Holmes from a screenplay by Kiel Murray, with John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and David Eisenmann producing for Skydance Animation.
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From Apple Original Films comes the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
The film features the voice talents of stars Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon. The animated feature is directed by Peggy Holmes from a screenplay by Kiel Murray, with John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and David Eisenmann producing for Skydance Animation.
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- 7/7/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
“Luck,” the first animated feature from Skydance and Apple TV+ has debuted its first trailer.
The film tells the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
The trailer begins with Sam (Eva Noblezada) blundering her way through a series of misfortunes: she wakes up a minute before she’s supposed to be somewhere, accidentally locks herself in a bathroom, and bonks her head on various objects. It seems like her luck is finally about to change when she finds a magical penny, “something that could finally turn my life around!”
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The film tells the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
The trailer begins with Sam (Eva Noblezada) blundering her way through a series of misfortunes: she wakes up a minute before she’s supposed to be somewhere, accidentally locks herself in a bathroom, and bonks her head on various objects. It seems like her luck is finally about to change when she finds a magical penny, “something that could finally turn my life around!”
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- 7/7/2022
- by Harper Lambert
- The Wrap
An enthusiastic crowd took a sneak peek at Skydance Animation’s first feature length film, “Luck,” showcased as part of the Annecy International Animation Festival’s Work in Progress section on Tuesday.
The panel was composed of the film’s director Peggy Holmes, screenwriter Kiel Murray, producer David Eisenmann, director of animation Yuriko Senoo and VFX supervisor Javier Romero.
“Luck” tells the story of Sam Greenfield, probably the unluckiest girl in the world, who one day finds a lucky penny.
She decides she wants to give the penny to her best friend Hazel, but her bad luck means she loses the coin. Sam sets out to find a new one and, in her quest, she crosses the path of Bob, a lucky black cat, who inadvertently leads her to the Land of Luck.
Much of the film’s comedic quality lies in the physicality of Sam’s bad luck. Senoo...
The panel was composed of the film’s director Peggy Holmes, screenwriter Kiel Murray, producer David Eisenmann, director of animation Yuriko Senoo and VFX supervisor Javier Romero.
“Luck” tells the story of Sam Greenfield, probably the unluckiest girl in the world, who one day finds a lucky penny.
She decides she wants to give the penny to her best friend Hazel, but her bad luck means she loses the coin. Sam sets out to find a new one and, in her quest, she crosses the path of Bob, a lucky black cat, who inadvertently leads her to the Land of Luck.
Much of the film’s comedic quality lies in the physicality of Sam’s bad luck. Senoo...
- 6/14/2022
- by Lise Pedersen
- Variety Film + TV
The teaser trailer for Luck has been released. The film stars Jane Fond and Whoopi Goldberg and will be in theaters in June 2022.
From Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation comes the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, exclusive first look footage of Luck will be revealed at the upcoming Annecy International Animation Film Festival’s Work in Progress sessions on June 14, 2022. Holmes, along with key members of the animation team, will share insights into the creative journey behind this highly anticipated, must-see family event.
About The Film Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy Cast: Jane Fonda,...
From Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation comes the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, exclusive first look footage of Luck will be revealed at the upcoming Annecy International Animation Film Festival’s Work in Progress sessions on June 14, 2022. Holmes, along with key members of the animation team, will share insights into the creative journey behind this highly anticipated, must-see family event.
About The Film Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy Cast: Jane Fonda,...
- 5/14/2022
- by Editor
- CinemaNerdz
Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation have unveiled the first teaser trailer for the new animated film “Luck” on, fittingly enough, Friday the 13th.
This is our first look at a new animated work from producer John Lasseter since the storied Pixar veteran left his post at the Disney-owned studio and set up shop at Skydance Animation, where he currently serves as Head of Animation.
Directed by Peggy Holmes (“Secret of the Wings”) and written by Kiel Murray (“Cars 3”), “Luck” tells the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
This teaser trailer is narrated by a black cat voiced by Simon Pegg,...
This is our first look at a new animated work from producer John Lasseter since the storied Pixar veteran left his post at the Disney-owned studio and set up shop at Skydance Animation, where he currently serves as Head of Animation.
Directed by Peggy Holmes (“Secret of the Wings”) and written by Kiel Murray (“Cars 3”), “Luck” tells the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is teaming up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
This teaser trailer is narrated by a black cat voiced by Simon Pegg,...
- 5/13/2022
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation have unveiled the teaser trailer for the new animated feature ‘Luck.’
Sam Greenfield is the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is to team up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, exclusive first-look footage of the film will be revealed at the upcoming Annecy International Animation Film Festival’s Work in Progress sessions on June 14, 2022. Holmes, along with key members of the animation team, will share insights into the creative journey behind this highly anticipated, must-see family event.
The voice cast includes Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger, Adelynn Spoon.
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Sam Greenfield is the unluckiest person in the world, who when she stumbles into the never-before-seen Land of Luck, sets out on a quest to bring some good luck home for her best friend. But with humans not allowed, her only chance is to team up with the magical creatures who live there to do it.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, exclusive first-look footage of the film will be revealed at the upcoming Annecy International Animation Film Festival’s Work in Progress sessions on June 14, 2022. Holmes, along with key members of the animation team, will share insights into the creative journey behind this highly anticipated, must-see family event.
The voice cast includes Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger, Adelynn Spoon.
Also in trailers...
- 5/13/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
On the heels of landing historic SAG Award wins for the beloved film “Coda,” in addition to earning Oscar nominations and top AFI Honors among a growing list of awards for both “Coda” and the acclaimed drama “The Tragedy of Macbeth,” Apple today unveiled a glimpse at its burgeoning, highly anticipated slate of Apple Original Films set to premiere globally in theaters and on Apple TV+ over the next year.
In 2022, Apple Original Films will debut new films hailing from today’s most renowned, award-winning storytellers and stars, including Alfonso Cuaron, Antoine Fuqua, Dakota Johnson, Oprah Winfrey, Will Smith, Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer, Bill Murray, Russell Crowe and many more.
“Cha Cha Real Smooth,” winner of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival U.S. Dramatic Audience Award, will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on June 17. In “Cha Cha Real Smooth,” writer-director Cooper Raiff also stars as a recent college graduate...
In 2022, Apple Original Films will debut new films hailing from today’s most renowned, award-winning storytellers and stars, including Alfonso Cuaron, Antoine Fuqua, Dakota Johnson, Oprah Winfrey, Will Smith, Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer, Bill Murray, Russell Crowe and many more.
“Cha Cha Real Smooth,” winner of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival U.S. Dramatic Audience Award, will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on June 17. In “Cha Cha Real Smooth,” writer-director Cooper Raiff also stars as a recent college graduate...
- 3/10/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Apple on Tuesday unveiled new details with regard to its upcoming movie slate, including premiere dates for its titles Cha Cha Real Smooth and Luck, along with a series of first-look photos from titles including Argylle, Raymond and Ray and The Greatest Beer Run Ever.
Writer-director Cooper Raif’s Sundance Dramatic Audience Award winner Cha Cha Real Smooth will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on June 17, with Skydance’s animated feature Luck starring Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon set to premiere August 5. Also premiering this summer is Apple’s untitled documentary about the career and life of the late Sidney Poitier, exec produced by Oprah Winfrey and directed by Reginald Hudlin.
In the fall, Apple will release titles including the feature doc Black & Blues: The Colorful Ballad of Louis Armstrong, produced under Apple’s first-look...
Writer-director Cooper Raif’s Sundance Dramatic Audience Award winner Cha Cha Real Smooth will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on June 17, with Skydance’s animated feature Luck starring Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon set to premiere August 5. Also premiering this summer is Apple’s untitled documentary about the career and life of the late Sidney Poitier, exec produced by Oprah Winfrey and directed by Reginald Hudlin.
In the fall, Apple will release titles including the feature doc Black & Blues: The Colorful Ballad of Louis Armstrong, produced under Apple’s first-look...
- 3/8/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation’s Luck will debut on AppleTV+ around the world on Friday, Aug. 5.
Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon join the cast, starring alongside Jane Fonda and Whoopi Goldberg
Luck centers around the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world. When she discovers the never-before-seen Land of Luck, Sam must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around. Noblezada will provide the voice for the character of Sam. When she ages out of foster care, Sam discovers the Land of Luck and embarks on a quest that could change her luck forever.
Pegg will provide the voice for Bob, a lucky black cat from the Land of Luck, where The Captain, voiced by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Goldberg,...
Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon join the cast, starring alongside Jane Fonda and Whoopi Goldberg
Luck centers around the story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world. When she discovers the never-before-seen Land of Luck, Sam must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around. Noblezada will provide the voice for the character of Sam. When she ages out of foster care, Sam discovers the Land of Luck and embarks on a quest that could change her luck forever.
Pegg will provide the voice for Bob, a lucky black cat from the Land of Luck, where The Captain, voiced by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Goldberg,...
- 1/26/2022
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Turns out luck is a lady… one who certainly needs a four-leaf clover right about now.
In upcoming star-studded adventure film “Luck,” Broadway star Eva Noblezada voices Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world who discovers the magical Land of Luck after aging out of foster care — and becomes determined to harness its power to fix her life. The only catch? She must unite the magical creatures in the Land of Luck, who have wily minds of their own. Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation unveiled the details behind the
Among those magical creatures is a lucky black cat named Bob (Simon Pegg), who teams up with Sam in a quest to find a lucky penny to preserve his own perfect life. Along the way they encounter the Head of Security for the Land of Luck (Egot winner Whoopi Goldberg); facilities engineer Jeff the Unicorn (Flula Borg), who maintains...
In upcoming star-studded adventure film “Luck,” Broadway star Eva Noblezada voices Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world who discovers the magical Land of Luck after aging out of foster care — and becomes determined to harness its power to fix her life. The only catch? She must unite the magical creatures in the Land of Luck, who have wily minds of their own. Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation unveiled the details behind the
Among those magical creatures is a lucky black cat named Bob (Simon Pegg), who teams up with Sam in a quest to find a lucky penny to preserve his own perfect life. Along the way they encounter the Head of Security for the Land of Luck (Egot winner Whoopi Goldberg); facilities engineer Jeff the Unicorn (Flula Borg), who maintains...
- 1/26/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Apple Animated Film ‘Luck’ Sets August Release Date, Adds Eva Noblezada and Simon Pegg to Voice Cast
“Luck,” an upcoming animated adventure film from Skydance Animation and Apple Original Films, will premiere on Apple TV Plus on Aug. 5. The studios announced the release date on Wednesday morning, alongside additions to the film’s voice cast.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, “Luck” follows the story of Sam Greenfield, ostensibly the unluckiest person alive. After aging out of foster care, Greenfield embarks on a journey to the Land of Luck, working with a group of magical creatures to change the course of her life.
Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation have announced that Eva Noblezada will star in the film as the voice of Sam. Simon Pegg also joins the project in the prominent supporting voice role of Bob, a lucky black cat that accompanies Sam along her journey. Apple and Skydance also announced Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon as additions to the voice cast.
Directed by Peggy Holmes, “Luck” follows the story of Sam Greenfield, ostensibly the unluckiest person alive. After aging out of foster care, Greenfield embarks on a journey to the Land of Luck, working with a group of magical creatures to change the course of her life.
Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation have announced that Eva Noblezada will star in the film as the voice of Sam. Simon Pegg also joins the project in the prominent supporting voice role of Bob, a lucky black cat that accompanies Sam along her journey. Apple and Skydance also announced Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger and Adelynn Spoon as additions to the voice cast.
- 1/26/2022
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
“Luck,” the debut feature from Skydance Animation and AppleTV+, finally has a release date. The animated original, which was previously scheduled for a February 18 bow, has a new date: August 5. (It will be released globally on AppleTV+.) Additionally, new details about the movie’s story and cast (including a role for a Pixar favorite) have been revealed.
According to the new synopsis, the film centers around Sam Greenfield, “the unluckiest person in the world.” “When she discovers the never-before-seen Land of Luck, Sam must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around.” Eva Noblezada voices Sam, alongside Simon Pegg (as lucky black cat Bob), Whoopi Goldberg, Flula Borg, Jane Fonda, and Lil Rel Howery (as a flower shop owner where Sam gets her first job). Additional cast members include Colin O’Donoghue, and Adelynn Spoon.
Perhaps most notable is the inclusion of John Ratzenberger as Rootie, the mayor of Bad Luck,...
According to the new synopsis, the film centers around Sam Greenfield, “the unluckiest person in the world.” “When she discovers the never-before-seen Land of Luck, Sam must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around.” Eva Noblezada voices Sam, alongside Simon Pegg (as lucky black cat Bob), Whoopi Goldberg, Flula Borg, Jane Fonda, and Lil Rel Howery (as a flower shop owner where Sam gets her first job). Additional cast members include Colin O’Donoghue, and Adelynn Spoon.
Perhaps most notable is the inclusion of John Ratzenberger as Rootie, the mayor of Bad Luck,...
- 1/26/2022
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
“Watchmen” hit a person best with its season — and possibly series — finale on Sunday, which scored 1.6 million viewers across all of HBO’s platforms, according to the pay TV channel.
On Oct. 20, the series premiere of the Regina King-led drama, which is Damon Lindelof’s TV sequel to Dave Gibbons and Alan Moore’s iconic graphic novel, scored 1.5 million multiplatform viewers across HBO, HBO Now and HBO Go. The episode marked the strongest digital debut for the premium cable channel since the launch of “Westworld” in 2016.
Last night, HBO’s 9 p.m. airing of the finale episode, titled “See How They Fly,” alone drew 935,000 viewers, which is an improvement of 14% over last week’s installment and 17% above the series debut, which brought in 800,000 viewers with its initial telecast, according to HBO. The “Watchmen” Season 1 closer also reached record highs for its preliminary digital premiere marking 8% above last week and...
On Oct. 20, the series premiere of the Regina King-led drama, which is Damon Lindelof’s TV sequel to Dave Gibbons and Alan Moore’s iconic graphic novel, scored 1.5 million multiplatform viewers across HBO, HBO Now and HBO Go. The episode marked the strongest digital debut for the premium cable channel since the launch of “Westworld” in 2016.
Last night, HBO’s 9 p.m. airing of the finale episode, titled “See How They Fly,” alone drew 935,000 viewers, which is an improvement of 14% over last week’s installment and 17% above the series debut, which brought in 800,000 viewers with its initial telecast, according to HBO. The “Watchmen” Season 1 closer also reached record highs for its preliminary digital premiere marking 8% above last week and...
- 12/16/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
The series premiere of Damon Lindelof’s “Watchmen” put up more than a good fight for HBO on Sunday. The debut of the sequel series based on Dave Gibbons and Alan Moore’s iconic graphic novel scored 1.5 million multiplatform viewers across HBO’s platforms, including HBO, HBO Now and HBO Go, last night.
The premiere marks the strongest digital debut for an HBO series since the premiere of “Westworld” in 2016.
The 9 p.m. airing of “Watchmen” alone put up 800,000 viewers, making it premium cable’s most-watched new series debut this year, according to the pay TV channel. And linear viewing of Sunday night’s premiere telecast was 21% above last week’s “Succession” Season 2 finale.
Also Read: Damon Lindelof's 'Watchmen' Adaptation Gets Premiere Date From HBO
Based on Moore and Gibbons’ acclaimed comic book series set in the ’80s, the show exists “in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws.
The premiere marks the strongest digital debut for an HBO series since the premiere of “Westworld” in 2016.
The 9 p.m. airing of “Watchmen” alone put up 800,000 viewers, making it premium cable’s most-watched new series debut this year, according to the pay TV channel. And linear viewing of Sunday night’s premiere telecast was 21% above last week’s “Succession” Season 2 finale.
Also Read: Damon Lindelof's 'Watchmen' Adaptation Gets Premiere Date From HBO
Based on Moore and Gibbons’ acclaimed comic book series set in the ’80s, the show exists “in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws.
- 10/21/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
War is brewing in the latest trailer for HBO’s Watchmen, so we’re going to get this out of the way early: We’re on whatever side Regina King’s Angela plays for.
If the reasoning put forth at the beginning of the clip is to be believed, Angela is driven by trauma, obsessed with justice and has experienced grievous injustice in her lifetime. But that doesn’t stop her from donning a mask and kicking down doors in the pursuit of good — even if that means, as she informs Don Johnson’s police chief Judd Crawford, getting a little rough.
If the reasoning put forth at the beginning of the clip is to be believed, Angela is driven by trauma, obsessed with justice and has experienced grievous injustice in her lifetime. But that doesn’t stop her from donning a mask and kicking down doors in the pursuit of good — even if that means, as she informs Don Johnson’s police chief Judd Crawford, getting a little rough.
- 9/13/2019
- TVLine.com
Here is a wrap-up of all the news you need to know from Tuesday, September 3, 2019.
HBO has finally set a premiere date for its adaptation of Watchmen.
The long-in-the-works superhero drama will hit the air Sunday, October 20 at 9/8c, just one week after Succession Season 2 wraps.
HBO’s adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.”
The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
Related: Lauren Graham Sets TV Return
The cast includes Jean Smart (as Agent Blake) and Jeremy Irons (Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) Don Johnson, Regina King, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
If you missed the recent comic-con trailer, then we've included it for you below!
HBO has finally set a premiere date for its adaptation of Watchmen.
The long-in-the-works superhero drama will hit the air Sunday, October 20 at 9/8c, just one week after Succession Season 2 wraps.
HBO’s adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.”
The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
Related: Lauren Graham Sets TV Return
The cast includes Jean Smart (as Agent Blake) and Jeremy Irons (Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) Don Johnson, Regina King, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
If you missed the recent comic-con trailer, then we've included it for you below!
- 9/4/2019
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
HBO at long last has revealed the precise date that it will release the Watchmen.
Having previously teased a general October premiere date, the premium cabler has now locked in on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9/8c.
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Based on the iconic graphic novel co-created with Alan Moore and illustrated by Dave Gibbons, HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series,...
Having previously teased a general October premiere date, the premium cabler has now locked in on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9/8c.
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Based on the iconic graphic novel co-created with Alan Moore and illustrated by Dave Gibbons, HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series,...
- 9/3/2019
- TVLine.com
HBO has set the premiere date for Damon Lindelof’s highly-anticipated adaptation of “Watchmen.”
The series will premiere on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9 p.m. A week later, “Silicon Valley” will return for its sixth and final season, which will air at 10 p.m.
The series is based on Alan Moore’s acclaimed 1980s set graphic novel series. The logline from HBO is as follows: Set in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel of the same name, while attempting to break new ground of its own.
Nicole Kassell directed the pilot, based from a script written by Lindelof.
Not much is known about HBO’s take on the famed comic series, except that it will not be a straight retelling...
The series will premiere on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9 p.m. A week later, “Silicon Valley” will return for its sixth and final season, which will air at 10 p.m.
The series is based on Alan Moore’s acclaimed 1980s set graphic novel series. The logline from HBO is as follows: Set in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel of the same name, while attempting to break new ground of its own.
Nicole Kassell directed the pilot, based from a script written by Lindelof.
Not much is known about HBO’s take on the famed comic series, except that it will not be a straight retelling...
- 9/3/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Alan Moore, whose popular graphic novel “Watchmen” will provide the basis for an HBO drama created by Damon Lindelof, is “not thrilled” about the new project, HBO programming president Casey Bloys said Wednesday.
That’s not a surprise: Moore has famously opposed attempts to adapt his work for the screen. Asked if Moore has changed his stance, Bloys said no.
“I think that remains the case. That he’s not thrilled,” Bloys said in a Television Critics Association Q&a.
Also Read: 'Watchmen': HBO Series Teases Dr Manhattan's Return to Earth in Comic-Con Trailer (Video)
Bloys added that Moore isn’t consulting on the show. Again, no surprise.
Zack Snyder directed a film version of the 12-issue “Watchmen” comics series in 2009. Lindelof has said his take isn’t a remake or sequel, but a “remix.”
“This story will be set in the world its creators painstakingly built… but...
That’s not a surprise: Moore has famously opposed attempts to adapt his work for the screen. Asked if Moore has changed his stance, Bloys said no.
“I think that remains the case. That he’s not thrilled,” Bloys said in a Television Critics Association Q&a.
Also Read: 'Watchmen': HBO Series Teases Dr Manhattan's Return to Earth in Comic-Con Trailer (Video)
Bloys added that Moore isn’t consulting on the show. Again, no surprise.
Zack Snyder directed a film version of the 12-issue “Watchmen” comics series in 2009. Lindelof has said his take isn’t a remake or sequel, but a “remix.”
“This story will be set in the world its creators painstakingly built… but...
- 7/24/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
HBO dropped the full trailer for Watchmen at Comic-Con, and boy, the show is poised to be another huge hit for the premium cabler.
This new series is based on Alan Moore and David Gibbons' graphic novel, and executive produced by Lost's Damon Lindelof.
HBO’s adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
The cast includes Jean Smart (as Agent Blake) and Jeremy Irons (Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) Don Johnson, Regina King, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
Related: Watchmen Teaser: Ticking Down the End of the World
The series is shrouded in secrecy, meaning that we...
This new series is based on Alan Moore and David Gibbons' graphic novel, and executive produced by Lost's Damon Lindelof.
HBO’s adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
The cast includes Jean Smart (as Agent Blake) and Jeremy Irons (Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) Don Johnson, Regina King, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
Related: Watchmen Teaser: Ticking Down the End of the World
The series is shrouded in secrecy, meaning that we...
- 7/20/2019
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The full trailer for HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is here, and it really puts the “Oh!” in Ozymandias.
Based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ graphic novel of the same name — and executive-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof — HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
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Based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ graphic novel of the same name — and executive-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof — HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.
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- 7/20/2019
- TVLine.com
It sure seems like another major “Watchmen” character from Alan Moore’s comic will be a big presence on Damon Lindelof’s upcoming adaptation for HBO.
The network dropped the first full-length trailer Saturday morning during San Diego Comic-Con, with the three-minute video (which you can view above) revealing that Dr. Manhattan is alive and well, still spending his time on Mars… that is until the end of the trailer, when a blue hand picks up a Dr. Manhattan mask in an empty street.
The series will debut in October.
Though HBO hasn’t shared any character details, it’s been reported that Jeremy Irons will play an older version of Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias, though the trailer showed a newspaper headline announcing his death. It also appears that Rorschach gained a cult following after his death, and Night Owl (or at least his Owlship) is still around as well.
Also...
The network dropped the first full-length trailer Saturday morning during San Diego Comic-Con, with the three-minute video (which you can view above) revealing that Dr. Manhattan is alive and well, still spending his time on Mars… that is until the end of the trailer, when a blue hand picks up a Dr. Manhattan mask in an empty street.
The series will debut in October.
Though HBO hasn’t shared any character details, it’s been reported that Jeremy Irons will play an older version of Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias, though the trailer showed a newspaper headline announcing his death. It also appears that Rorschach gained a cult following after his death, and Night Owl (or at least his Owlship) is still around as well.
Also...
- 7/20/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
The end of the world begins this fall. HBO on Wednesday released an official teaser for its upcoming Watchmen series, and while the minute-long video doesn’t feature any naked blue gentlemen, it does give us our first look at Regina King (American Crime) suiting up for battle.
Based on the comic book of the same name by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons — and executive-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof, HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel...
Based on the comic book of the same name by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons — and executive-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof, HBO’s Watchmen adaptation is “set in an alternate history where ‘superheroes’ are treated as outlaws.” The limited series promises to embrace the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel...
- 5/8/2019
- TVLine.com
Seems like Rorschach has quite the following if HBO’s first teaser for its upcoming “Watchmen” adaptation from Damon Lindelof is any indication.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The minute-long teaser shows off Jeremy Irons (who is apparently playing an older version of Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) and features multiple mysterious groups — all wearing masks — teasing the “end of the world.”
The show, which is based on Alan Moore’s series, will debut sometime this fall. Watch the video above.
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The show’s cast includes Irons, Regina King, Jean Smart, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison,...
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The minute-long teaser shows off Jeremy Irons (who is apparently playing an older version of Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias) and features multiple mysterious groups — all wearing masks — teasing the “end of the world.”
The show, which is based on Alan Moore’s series, will debut sometime this fall. Watch the video above.
Also Read: HBO Has Already Digitally Removed That Coffee Cup From Sunday's 'Game of Thrones' Episode
The show’s cast includes Irons, Regina King, Jean Smart, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison,...
- 5/8/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
HBO has added Hong Chau to its growing cast of Damon Lindelof’s upcoming “Watchmen” series.
Chau most recently appeared on the first season of HBO’s “Big Little Lies,” as well as Amazon’s “Homecoming” and the film “Downsizing.” No details about her role were given.
HBO released a (very brief) first look at the series during Sunday’s Golden Globes, which you can see here.
Also Read: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Answers Critics With 'Watchmen' Quote
She joins an expansive cast that includes Jeremy Irons — who may or may not be playing an older version of Ozymandias/Adrian Veidt — as well as Regina King, Jean Smart, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws,...
Chau most recently appeared on the first season of HBO’s “Big Little Lies,” as well as Amazon’s “Homecoming” and the film “Downsizing.” No details about her role were given.
HBO released a (very brief) first look at the series during Sunday’s Golden Globes, which you can see here.
Also Read: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Answers Critics With 'Watchmen' Quote
She joins an expansive cast that includes Jeremy Irons — who may or may not be playing an older version of Ozymandias/Adrian Veidt — as well as Regina King, Jean Smart, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws,...
- 1/11/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
HBO dropped two big W-words on Sunday night, during NBC’s Golden Globes telecast: Winterfell, yes, but also Watchmen.
In a sizzle reel for the pay cabler’s 2019 offerings, we got not only a first look at Game of Thrones‘ lonnnnnng-awaited farewell run, but also a first look at the lonnnnnng-awaited Watchmen series adaptation. The eagle-eyed will also spy fresh footage from Big Little Lies Season 2, among other shows.
Based on the comic book of the same name by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, and exec-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof, Watchmen is set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws.
In a sizzle reel for the pay cabler’s 2019 offerings, we got not only a first look at Game of Thrones‘ lonnnnnng-awaited farewell run, but also a first look at the lonnnnnng-awaited Watchmen series adaptation. The eagle-eyed will also spy fresh footage from Big Little Lies Season 2, among other shows.
Based on the comic book of the same name by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, and exec-produced by The Leftovers‘ Damon Lindelof, Watchmen is set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws.
- 1/7/2019
- TVLine.com
During the Golden Globes on Sunday, HBO released the first footage of Damon Lindelof’s upcoming “Watchmen” series.
The brief look showed star Jeremy Irons — who may or may not be playing an older version of Ozymandias/Adrian Veidt — as well as the better look at the first image that Lindelof released in October, which appeared to be police wearing yellow masks. The brief footage also included a man wearing a mask that looked very much like Rorschach.
The teaser, which you can watch above, also included a very brief look at the upcoming final season of “Game of Thrones.”
Also Read: Golden Globes: Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh's Best Jokes
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The show, which is based on Alan Moore’s series,...
The brief look showed star Jeremy Irons — who may or may not be playing an older version of Ozymandias/Adrian Veidt — as well as the better look at the first image that Lindelof released in October, which appeared to be police wearing yellow masks. The brief footage also included a man wearing a mask that looked very much like Rorschach.
The teaser, which you can watch above, also included a very brief look at the upcoming final season of “Game of Thrones.”
Also Read: Golden Globes: Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh's Best Jokes
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The show, which is based on Alan Moore’s series,...
- 1/7/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
HBO has shared two new motion photos for Damon Lindelof’s Watchmen series. As you will see, they show off the police, who have a very unusual look.
The photos come with the captions, “Masks Save Lives” and “Hiding In Plain Sight.” Masked police officers is certainly an interesting concept. The identity of these men and women officers have been completely stripped from them in the line of duty, making them a completely uniform unit.
It will be interesting to see how the police department is run in this way. Check out the photos below and let us know what you think of what they are showing.
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The photos come with the captions, “Masks Save Lives” and “Hiding In Plain Sight.” Masked police officers is certainly an interesting concept. The identity of these men and women officers have been completely stripped from them in the line of duty, making them a completely uniform unit.
It will be interesting to see how the police department is run in this way. Check out the photos below and let us know what you think of what they are showing.
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- 11/20/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Damon Lindelof is deep in production on his HBO Watchmen series and thanks to actor Tim Blake Nelson, we have some interesting new details about the mysterious character that he plays in it.
While a guest on the Empire Film Podcast, he revealed that he’s playing a new character named Looking Glass, which as many of you know, is not a part of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' original Watchmen graphic novel. He says:
"My character's name is Looking Glass, and it's a really interesting, intriguing character. I don't really completely understand him, and that's intentional. Damon Lindelof metes out facts about your character as you go along... So I'm learning as I go along with this guy is, and trying to... It's almost like fresco painting. The clay is always wet."
He goes on to describe Looking Glass as "a good looking cop, the native Oklahoman isn't...
While a guest on the Empire Film Podcast, he revealed that he’s playing a new character named Looking Glass, which as many of you know, is not a part of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' original Watchmen graphic novel. He says:
"My character's name is Looking Glass, and it's a really interesting, intriguing character. I don't really completely understand him, and that's intentional. Damon Lindelof metes out facts about your character as you go along... So I'm learning as I go along with this guy is, and trying to... It's almost like fresco painting. The clay is always wet."
He goes on to describe Looking Glass as "a good looking cop, the native Oklahoman isn't...
- 11/12/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Jean Smart has joined the cast for Damon Lindelof’s upcoming “Watchmen” adaptation for HBO, where she will co-star.
While character details are sparse, Smart will play an FBI agent investigating a murder.
Set in an alternate history where superheroes are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen,” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The show is set for a 2019 debut on HBO. Lindelof will write the series and executive produce, with Stephen Williams, pilot director Nicole Kassell, Tom Spezialy and Joseph Iberti also executive producing.
Also Read: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross to Compose the Music for HBO's 'Watchmen' Series
The “Watchmen”s previously-announced cast includes Regina King, Jeremy Irons, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith,...
While character details are sparse, Smart will play an FBI agent investigating a murder.
Set in an alternate history where superheroes are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen,” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. The show is set for a 2019 debut on HBO. Lindelof will write the series and executive produce, with Stephen Williams, pilot director Nicole Kassell, Tom Spezialy and Joseph Iberti also executive producing.
Also Read: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross to Compose the Music for HBO's 'Watchmen' Series
The “Watchmen”s previously-announced cast includes Regina King, Jeremy Irons, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith,...
- 11/8/2018
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
A few months ago is was rumored that Jeremy Irons might be taking on the role of Adrian Veidt, a.k.a. Ozymandias in HBO’s new Watchmen series. Today, /Film has confirmed that Irons is, in fact, playing the character who as you know played a key role in the original comic series. The character will obviously be older.
The character was previously described as an “aging and imperious lord of a British manor.” It was also said the he is "highly intelligent and won’t let you forget it. Think William Hurt with slight Asperger’s. He’s used to being obeyed and always correct. Arrogant, erudite and patrician. Physically fit, he’s never missed a workout in his life." That sounds a lot like Ozymandias.
We don’t know how big of a role that the character will have in the series, but since he is being...
The character was previously described as an “aging and imperious lord of a British manor.” It was also said the he is "highly intelligent and won’t let you forget it. Think William Hurt with slight Asperger’s. He’s used to being obeyed and always correct. Arrogant, erudite and patrician. Physically fit, he’s never missed a workout in his life." That sounds a lot like Ozymandias.
We don’t know how big of a role that the character will have in the series, but since he is being...
- 11/8/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
I know a lot of you have been curious to see what the visual style of HBO’s upcoming Watchmen series will be like and now, today, we have our first look! The image was revealed with the launch of the official Watchmen Instagram page.
We have no idea who is character is, but I’m sure it will come in time. Faceless law enforcement officers certainly fits in with the world that was created in the original comic series, though.
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Who Watches The Watchmen? #WatchmenHBO
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The series is based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons DC graphic novel, and it’s been explained that series will not be an adaptation of that. It will be set in the same alternate history universe where superheroes are treated as outlaws, but the story will...
We have no idea who is character is, but I’m sure it will come in time. Faceless law enforcement officers certainly fits in with the world that was created in the original comic series, though.
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Who Watches The Watchmen? #WatchmenHBO
A post shared by Watchmen (@watchmen) on Oct 15, 2018 at 10:10am Pdt
The series is based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons DC graphic novel, and it’s been explained that series will not be an adaptation of that. It will be set in the same alternate history universe where superheroes are treated as outlaws, but the story will...
- 10/15/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Damon Lindelof has made it very clear that the new Watchmen series coming to HBO is not and adaptation of the graphic novel. It will tell a new story set in the same universe and expand on that. Lindelof previously explained that "Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own."
Watchmen artist Dave Gibbons recently opened up about the series and sheds some light on what we should expect. He seems to love what Lindelof is doing with the series and tells Deadline that vision for the property is "exciting, entertaining, and absolutely worthwhile."
He goes on to note that the plan is for the series to "subvert the basic idea of what it means to be a superhero." He then makes an interesting comment regarding the series could end up being "what the fans need, not what they want.
Watchmen artist Dave Gibbons recently opened up about the series and sheds some light on what we should expect. He seems to love what Lindelof is doing with the series and tells Deadline that vision for the property is "exciting, entertaining, and absolutely worthwhile."
He goes on to note that the plan is for the series to "subvert the basic idea of what it means to be a superhero." He then makes an interesting comment regarding the series could end up being "what the fans need, not what they want.
- 10/8/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
HBO’s Watchmen series is currently in development with Damon Lindelof leading the charge on it. There’s a lot of great talent involved with the development of this show and thanks to /Film, we’ve learned about two other individuals that will joining the creative team. They are reporting that Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross compose the score for the HBO series! These guys are super talented and I love the work that they’ve done for director David Fincher on his films like The Social Network, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, and Gone Girl.
I’m already excited for this Watchmen series, but now I’m excited to see what Reznor and Ross end up doing with the score!
The series is based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons DC graphic novel, and it was already explained that series will not be an adaptation of that. It...
I’m already excited for this Watchmen series, but now I’m excited to see what Reznor and Ross end up doing with the score!
The series is based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons DC graphic novel, and it was already explained that series will not be an adaptation of that. It...
- 9/21/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross will compose the music for Damon Lindelof’s upcoming “Watchmen” adaption for HBO.
Lindelof is reteaming with fellow “Lost” alum, director Stephen Williams, to bring his take on Alan Moore’s classic graphic novel series to the small screen in 2019.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen,” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. Lindelof will write the series and executive produce, with Williams, pilot director Nicole Kassell, Tom Spezialy and Joseph Iberti also executive producing.
Also Read: Damon Lindelof's 'Watchmen' Ordered to Series at HBO
Reznor, the Nine Inch Nails founder, has worked with Ross on numerous film scores, mostly with David Fincher. The duo won the Oscar for Best Original Score for “The Social Network” in 2010, and also scored Fincher’s 2011 remake of...
Lindelof is reteaming with fellow “Lost” alum, director Stephen Williams, to bring his take on Alan Moore’s classic graphic novel series to the small screen in 2019.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, “Watchmen,” embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own, per HBO. Lindelof will write the series and executive produce, with Williams, pilot director Nicole Kassell, Tom Spezialy and Joseph Iberti also executive producing.
Also Read: Damon Lindelof's 'Watchmen' Ordered to Series at HBO
Reznor, the Nine Inch Nails founder, has worked with Ross on numerous film scores, mostly with David Fincher. The duo won the Oscar for Best Original Score for “The Social Network” in 2010, and also scored Fincher’s 2011 remake of...
- 9/20/2018
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Watchmen will be getting the premium cable treatment in 2019.
In the least unsurprising news in some time, HBO has handed a series order out to Watchmen. Lost Executive Producer Damon Lindelof will spearhead the project which boasts a cast that includes big names.
Regina King Jeremy Irons, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith and Adelynn Spoon are all slated to appear.
Watchmen is set in an alternate reality in which superheroes are treated as the villains. This is not the first stab at a live-action project set in the Watchmen universe.
Related: Watchmen Casts Regina King, Don Johnson
A movie based on the comic book series was released in 2009, but it received a polarizing reception from both critics and viewers and failed to make a splash at the box office.
In the least unsurprising news in some time, HBO has handed a series order out to Watchmen. Lost Executive Producer Damon Lindelof will spearhead the project which boasts a cast that includes big names.
Regina King Jeremy Irons, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, Jacob Ming-Trent, Sara Vickers, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith and Adelynn Spoon are all slated to appear.
Watchmen is set in an alternate reality in which superheroes are treated as the villains. This is not the first stab at a live-action project set in the Watchmen universe.
Related: Watchmen Casts Regina King, Don Johnson
A movie based on the comic book series was released in 2009, but it received a polarizing reception from both critics and viewers and failed to make a splash at the box office.
- 8/17/2018
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
HBO has officially ordered Damon Lindelof’s Watchmen to series and I'm pretty excited about that. The series is based on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons DC graphic novel, but the series will not be an adaptation of that. It will be set in the same alternate history universe where superheroes are treated as outlaws, but the story will focus on a whole new present day setting and characters.
This series will expand on that universe and Lindelof has stressed that he would not be messing with the original story, which is the best way to handle the material without pissing off the fans. The official description released is as follows:
"Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own."
When talking about the new characters that will fill the story, Lindelof said:
"Some of the characters will be unknown.
This series will expand on that universe and Lindelof has stressed that he would not be messing with the original story, which is the best way to handle the material without pissing off the fans. The official description released is as follows:
"Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own."
When talking about the new characters that will fill the story, Lindelof said:
"Some of the characters will be unknown.
- 8/17/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Following a lot of buzz around the pilot, HBO has officially ordered Damon Lindelof’s “Watchmen” adaptation to series. The new take on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ 1986-87 graphic novel is slated to premiere in 2019.
HBO also released a detailed cast list, including previously announced cast members like Regina King (“The Leftovers”), Jeremy Irons (“Dead Ringers”), Tim Blake Nelson, and Don Johnson (“Book Club”), as well as as Jacob Ming-Trent, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon. The rest of the cast includes Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, and Sara Vickers.
Lindelof reunites with his “Leftovers” executive producer Tom Spezialy on the series, as well as a former “Leftovers” director Nicole Kassell, who directed the pilot and is also attached to “Watchmen” as an executive producer. Stephen Williams (“Lost”) will also direct and produce, and Joseph Iberti (“Boardwalk Empire...
HBO also released a detailed cast list, including previously announced cast members like Regina King (“The Leftovers”), Jeremy Irons (“Dead Ringers”), Tim Blake Nelson, and Don Johnson (“Book Club”), as well as as Jacob Ming-Trent, Dylan Schombing, Lily Rose Smith, and Adelynn Spoon. The rest of the cast includes Louis Gossett Jr., Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Adelaide Clemens, Andrew Howard, Tom Mison, Frances Fisher, and Sara Vickers.
Lindelof reunites with his “Leftovers” executive producer Tom Spezialy on the series, as well as a former “Leftovers” director Nicole Kassell, who directed the pilot and is also attached to “Watchmen” as an executive producer. Stephen Williams (“Lost”) will also direct and produce, and Joseph Iberti (“Boardwalk Empire...
- 8/17/2018
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Watchmen is officially a go at HBO. The cabler has placed a series order for the long-gestating TV adaptation of the DC Comics property, from Lost and Leftovers Ep Damon Lindelof. An HBO rep declined to divulge how many episodes Season 1 will consist of. The series will debut in 2019.
Lindelof’s Watchmen is set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws. Per HBO, the new series “embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.”
The insane cast is a veritable who’s who of acting vets and genre faves.
Lindelof’s Watchmen is set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws. Per HBO, the new series “embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own.”
The insane cast is a veritable who’s who of acting vets and genre faves.
- 8/17/2018
- TVLine.com
HBO has handed a series order to Watchmen, Damon Lindelof’s take on Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ iconic limited comic series, for a 2019 premiere. The project boasts an A-list cast led by Jeremy Irons, Regina King, Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson and Louis Gossett Jr.
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own. As Lindelof noted in a letter to fans, the series is not an adaptation of the 12 issues of the comic but an original story that remixes them.
HBO programming president Casey Bloys hinted at a likely series pickup for the Watchmen pilot, written by Lindelof and directed by Nicole Kassell, at TCA last month.
“I have very, very high hopes,” Bloys said of the pilot then. “They did a great job. Damon wrote a phenomenal script,...
Set in an alternate history where “superheroes” are treated as outlaws, Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel while attempting to break new ground of its own. As Lindelof noted in a letter to fans, the series is not an adaptation of the 12 issues of the comic but an original story that remixes them.
HBO programming president Casey Bloys hinted at a likely series pickup for the Watchmen pilot, written by Lindelof and directed by Nicole Kassell, at TCA last month.
“I have very, very high hopes,” Bloys said of the pilot then. “They did a great job. Damon wrote a phenomenal script,...
- 8/17/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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