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‘Rent’ Selected as Fox’s Next Live Musical
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“Rent” is heading to television.
The award-winning musical is being adapted as one of Fox’s next live productions, Variety has learned. Fox’s show comes as the musical celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
“Rent” tells the story of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams during a time of great social and political turmoil, under the shadow of AIDS. Set in New York City’s gritty East Village, the show is a re-imagining of Puccini’s “La Bohème.”
With the estate of the late original playwright Jonathan Larson, Marc Platt — who worked on Fox’s “Grease: Live” musical,” “La La Land” and “Wicked” — will executive produce the event. Other executive producers are Adam Siegel, Julie Larson, Al Larson and Revolution Studios’ Vince Totino, Scott Hemming and Marla Levine.
More details and casting will be announced later. No premiere date has been set for “Rent.”
“We are so honored to partner with the estate of the »
- Elizabeth Wagmeister
‘A Christmas Story’ Set as Fox’s Next Live Musical
3 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
Fox’s lighting department is gonna have to invest in some leg lamps: the broadcaster has set “A Christmas Story” as its next live musical. The three-hour television event will air this December. The over-the-air network and Warner Horizon Unscripted Television have partnered with Marc Platt (“Grease: Live”) to adapt the 1983 holiday movie of the same name, which also inspired a Tony Award-nominated Broadway production. “A Christmas Story: The Musical” stage scorers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul will compose several new songs for the small-screen production, with Jonathan Tolins and Robert Cary (also of “Grease: Live”) adapting the book. »
- Tony Maglio
‘Once Upon a Time’ Cast Shakeup: Ginnifer Goodwin, Josh Dallas, Jared Gilmore, Emilie de Ravin Exiting
3 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
‘Once Upon a Time’ has been renewed at ABC for Season 7, but much of its core cast won’t be part of it. Original stars Ginnifer Goodwin (Snow White and Mary Margaret), Josh Dallas (Prince Charming and David Nolan), Jared Gilmore (Henry) and Emilie de Ravin (Belle and Lacey) are all exiting at the end of Season 6. It was previously reported that Jennifer Morrison (Emma) is also leaving at the end of the season. Additionally, Rebecca Mader (Wicked Witch of the West and Zelena) announced on social media on Thursday that she is departing as well. Lana Parrilla (Regina and Evil Queen), Robert Carlyle. »
- Ryan Gajewski
Benedict Cumberbatch and Jake Gyllenhaal in Talks to Star in Drama ‘Rio’
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Benedict Cumberbatch and Jake Gyllenhaal are in talks to star in Studiocanal’s “Rio,” sources tell Variety.
“A Bigger Splash” helmer Luca Guadagnino is directing from a script by Steven Knight.
The film follows a financial reporter (Gyllenhaal) who travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit a wealthy friend (Cumberbatch), only to get sucked into a plot to fake his friend’s death.
Studiocanal will finance and produce along with Gyllenhaal and his Nine Stories Productions and Cumberbatch and his Sunny March production company with Adam Ackland. Nine Stories partner Riva Marker will also produce.
Studiocanal is planning to take the movie to the Cannes Film Festival to sell to international markets.
Cumberbatch’s most recent movie, “Doctor Strange,” in which he played Marvel’s titular superhero, was one of his highest-grossing to date, hauling $677.6 million worldwide. »
- Justin Kroll
Cannes: Daniel Radcliffe to Star in Action Comedy 'Guns Akimbo'
7 hours ago | The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News | See recent The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News news »
Daniel Radcliffe is set to add action comedy to his growing resume.
The Harry Potter star is to take the lead in Occupant Entertainment's Guns Akimbo, written and directed by Jason Lei Howden. Joe Neurauter and Felipe Marino are producing for Occupant Entertainment. Michael Mailis from Hyperion Entertainment and Will Clarke and Andy Mayson from Altitude Films are executive producing.
Altitude and Occupant will be introducing the project to international buyers at Cannes.
New Zealand filmmaker Howden – who has worked as a visual artist for numerous projects for Weta Digital, including The Avengers, The Hobbit trilogy and Prometheus – saw his »
- Alex Ritman
Miramax Lays Off Most of TV and Film Production Staff
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Miramax is in the process of laying off almost all of its film and television departments, which could result in more than 25 employees leaving the company, an individual familiar with the cuts told TheWrap. A total headcount is currently unclear. Bill Block took over as CEO of the mini-major studio from Stephen Schoch in April. BeIN Media Group, a subsidiary of Qatar’s Al Jazeera, acquired Miramax last March. Representatives for Miramax did not immediately respond to TheWrap’s request for comment. Also Read: Espn's Top Reporters Talk Layoffs: 'It's Been a Real Tough Time' Miramax’s upcoming projects include »
- Matt Pressberg and Matt Donnelly
Democrats Demand Secret Trump Tapes – If They Exist
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After Donald Trump tweeted to James Comey that the axed FBI director “better hope that there are no ‘tapes’ of our conversations” two House Democrats demanded that Trump turn over any tapes he may have. Trump’s tweet created a flood of speculation because he didn’t say whether he had tapes of his talks with Comey, or was concerned that Comey might have recordings. Trump and his team have refused to clarify that point. So Michigan Rep. John Conyers and Maryland Rep. Elijah E. Cummings sought answers — and any tapes Trump made. “Because of the many false statements made by White House officials this. »
- Rosemary Rossi
Max Minghella on the ‘increasingly pertinent’ story of ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ in the age of Donald Trump [Exclusive Video]
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When asked during our recent webcam chat (watch the exclusive video above) about the instant success of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Max Minghella divulges, “I think the original piece of literature has sustained itself and endured for a long time, because it’s an amazing piece of literature, and then in the recent months, it’s just become increasingly pertinent […] »
- Chris Beachum
Get Your First Look at New TV Shows for the 2017-18 Season (Updating Photos)
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NBC’s “Reverie” follows Mara Kint (Sarah Shahi), a former hostage negotiator and expert on human behavior who’s tasked with solving crimes in a virtual reality environment. NBC’s “Good Girls” sees a group of suburban women, including Mae Whitman and Retta, who turn to a life of crime. Fox has ordered medical drama “The Resident,” starring Matt Czuchry and Emily Van Camp. NBC’s “AP Bio” stars Glenn Howerton as a philosophy scholar who loses out on his dream job and goes to work as a high school Advanced Placement biology teacher, making it clear he will not be teaching any biology. »
- Linda Ge
'The Exorcist' Director William Friedkin Making Exorcism Documentary
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Wiliam Friedkin is getting back into the exorcism game.
The Oscar-winning director is partnering with Ld Entertainment on feature-length documentary The Devil and Father Amorth, which will explore how the moments in Friedkin's classic The Exorcist compares to actual exorcisms.
More than four decades after the release of the director's 1973 horror movie, Friedkin received permission to attend an exorcism performed by Father Gabriele Amorth, who is known as the "Dean of Exorcists," having performed thousands of exorcisms. Friedkin witnessed the ninth exorcism on an Italian woman who had been experiencing troubling fits and behavioral changes that psychiatry apparently could not fix. The filmmaker previously documented the »
- Mia Galuppo
TV News Roundup: Ashley Graham to Return to ‘America’s Next Top Model,’ Espn Announces Sls Partnership
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In today’s roundup, supermodel Ashley Graham will return as a panelist to “America’s Next Top Model,” along with Drew Elliott and Law Roach.
Casting
VH1 announced that supermodel Ashley Graham, Paper Magazine Cco Drew Elliott, and celebrity stylist Law Roach will return as judges on the 24th cycle of “America’s Next Top Model.” Tyra Banks will return to her roots as host when the new cycle begins production later this month, and will continue to serve as executive producer with Ken Mok. Cycle 23 host Rita Ora will not be coming back in any capacity. “Antm” made the move to VH1 last December where it premiered to its highest ratings in five years.
Deals
Producer Gary Lennon has signed an exclusive deal with Starz. The two-year overall deal will see Lennon developing new projects for the network and continuing as executive producer on Starz’s hit series “Power.” The »
- Erin Nyren
‘The Exorcist’ Renewed for Season 2 at Fox
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Fox has renewed “The Exorcist” for a second season, Variety has learned.
The psychological thriller is a TV remake of the classic horror movie, which terrified audiences around the world. No details have been released regarding Season 2, other than opening “a new chapter of the iconic franchise,” per Fox.
Geena Davis stars with Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey, Kurt Egyiawan, and Alan Ruck. Executive producers are Jeremy Slater, Rolin Jones, Rupert Wyatt, Roy Lee, James Robinson, David Robinson, and Barbara Wall. Twentieth Century Fox is the studio.
Airing on Friday nights, the series hasn’t been a ratings breakout, averaging a 0.7 rating in adults 18-49 and 1.9 million viewers, making it one of Fox’s lowest-rated scripted shows, but insiders had said the drama had a good chance for renewal, due to Fox execs liking the show.
Along with “Exorcist,” Fox has renewed dramas “Empire,” “Gotham,” “Lethal Weapon,” “Lucifer »
- Elizabeth Wagmeister
‘The Exorcist’ Renewed at Fox for Season 2
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Fox has renewed “The Exorcist” for a second season, the network announced on Friday, with Season 2 set to open a new terrifying chapter in the iconic horror franchise. Based on the 1973 classic William Friedkin film of the same name, the hour-long drama stars Geena Davis, Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey, Kurt Egyiawan and Alan Ruck. From 20th Century Fox Television, “The Exorcist” counts Jeremy Slater, Rolin Jones, Rupert Wyatt, Roy Lee, James Robinson, David Robinson and Barbara Wall as executive producers. Also Read: How ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and The CW Rank in Ratings Just Before Upfronts Shows that have previously been. »
- Ryan Gajewski
‘The Big Bang Theory’ Star Johnny Galecki’s ‘By the Book’ Lands Series Order at CBS
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“By the Book,” from executive producer and “The Big Bang Theory” star Johnny Galecki, has been ordered to series at CBS.
The multi-camera comedy follows a modern-day man who, at a crossroads in his life, decides to live according to the Bible. The show is based on the bestselling book by A.J. Jacobs, “The Year of Living Biblically,” and is produced by Alcide Bava Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television. Writer Patrick Walsh serves as executive producer with Galecki, Andrew Haas, Spencer Medof, and director Andy Ackerman. The pilot was shot under the title “Living Biblically”
Jay R. Ferguson, Lindsey Kraft, Ian Gomez, David Krumholtz, Tony Rock, and Camryn Manheim star.
“By the Book” brings to seven the number of new series ordered Friday by CBS for the 2017-18 season. The network also picked up comedies “9Jkl” and “Me, Myself & I,” as well as dramas “Instinct,” “Wisdom of the Crowd,” “Seal »
- Daniel Holloway
CBS Picks Up Johnny Galecki-Produced Comedy ‘By the Book’ to Series
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CBS has picked up the Johnny Galecki (“The Big Bang Theory”) produced pilot “By the Book” to series, an insider told TheWrap Friday. The multi-camera comedy was previously being developed under the title “Living Biblically.” It’s based on the bestselling book by Esquire editor A.J. Jacobs, The Year of Living Biblically: One Man’s Humble Quest to follow the Bible as Literally as Possible.” “By the Book” will star Jay R. Ferguson, Lindsey Kraft, Ian Gomez, David Krumholtz, Tony Rock and Camryn Manheim. The network describes the comedy as the story of “a modern day man at a »
- Carli Velocci
Box Office: ‘King Arthur’ Bombing as It Limps Toward $18 Million Debut
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Every summer has them. Big studio movies launched with massive budgets that saddle into multiplexes looking to kick off new film franchise only to be greeted by the forces of audience indifference.
Well, it looks like summer 2017 has its first official flop. Warner Bros.’ “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword,” Guy Ritchie’s attempt to make the Knights of the Round Table hip again, is collapsing at the box office. Based on its Thursday pre-shows and Friday afternoon mid-day grosses, the $175 million epic is looking at a disastrous $18 million debut. Those projections come from rival studios. Insiders at Warner Bros. think the film could still exceed $20 million, but even if it does, that’s still a very weak start for such an expensive picture. Barring a mid-weekend surge in enthusiasm for tales of gallantry, there will be red ink.
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- Brent Lang
Donald Trump Thinks He Should Be King, Not President
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I think I’ve figured out what’s going on with Donald Trump. He wants to be king, when instead he is merely president. King is obviously what he deserves to be in his mind. But president was the only available role in this country. This would really explain the disconnect. Any idiot can understand that a titan of his stature, a man who has accomplished so much, built great buildings, risen to become a ratings superstar on network television, golfed with the best, married a supermodel or three, grabbed pussy where he felt like it and touched the very hearts of. »
- Sharon Waxman
FedEx Among Victims of Massive Cyberattack
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The global cyberattack that has hampered nearly 50,000 computers across Europe and Asia — including England’s national heath provider — has also struck major companies including FedEx and the Spanish telecom giant Telefónica. “Like many other companies, FedEx is experiencing interference with some of our Windows-based systems caused by malware,” said FedEx in an email to TheWrap. It did not comment on which countries in particular have been hindered by the virus. The attack, exploited tools created by the National Security Agency, according to the New York Times. It circulated via email and corrupted accounts with “ransomware” files that locked users out of their computers. »
- Sean Burch
You Can Now Get Cutouts of Sean Spicer’s Face to Place ‘Among’ Your Bushes
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After Sean Spicer reportedly hid out in bushes during a press briefing about the James Comey firing, you can now get cutouts to decorate your own hedges in your garden. A Facebook user named Lisa Kadonaga presented the “Garden Spicer,” offering a way for people to have the White House press secretary in their own backyards. “And hey, if you’re concerned that when exposed to the outdoors, the image will run… no worries, that’s exactly what Sean Spicer does, so it’s totally authentic!” Also Read: Washington Post Corrects Story Because Sean Spicer Was 'Among' Bushes, Not 'In' »
- Beatrice Verhoeven
‘Rent’ Picked as Fox’s Next Live Musical
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“Rent” will be Fox’s next live musical, the network announced on Friday. Marc Platt, who earned an Emmy for producing last year’s “Grease: Live” for Fox, is behind the project and will executive produce the event with the estate of the musical’s late writer/composer, Jonathan Larson. Further details, including cast selections, will be announced later. The deal was brokered by Paradigm and Carol Contes at the Guzman Law Group. Platt is also producing Fox’s live “A Christmas Story” musical, which was announced earlier on Friday and will air in December. Also Read: 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine »
- Ryan Gajewski
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