Colbert: If Trump Wants Women to Vote Republican He Should Maybe Stop Insulting Them (Video)
Stephen Colbert began his monologue on “The Late Show” Friday night by reminding viewers that the show will be doing a rare live broadcast on the night of the midterm elections on Nov. 6, before sliding into a look at what exactly might be the downfall of Republicans in the House of Repr...
Wrap | 20.10.2018 9:50:09
With ‘Luke Cage’ and ‘Iron Fist’ Canceled, Is Netflix’s Marvel TV Universe Falling Apart? (Commentary)
Friday was a big day for Netflix and Marvel with the 12 a.m. release of the third season of their flagship series, “Daredevil.” But the mood was soured somewhat when it was announced before the day had even ended that “Luke Cage” would not be returning for a third season.That... #netflix #marvel
Wrap | 20.10.2018 5:09:54
‘Luke Cage’ Canceled After Two Seasons on Netflix
Looks like the Heroes for Hire have closed up shop. Netflix announced Friday that “Luke Cage” won’t be getting a third season, just one week after the cancellation of “Iron Fist.”The news also came on the same day “Daredevil” Season 3 premiered on the stream... #netflix
Wrap | 20.10.2018 2:27:13
‘Daredevil': Here’s What the Doctors Were Doing to Poindexter’s Spine at the End of Season 3
(Spoilers for the ending of Marvel’s “Daredevil” season 3 on Netflix)As is often the case with these Marvel TV seasons on Netflix, the very last scene is teasing some big future development. And in the case of “Daredevil” season 3, that final scene goes to Benjamin Poin...
Wrap | 20.10.2018 1:07:26
‘Making a Murderer’ Prosecutor Gives 9 Reasons Steven Avery Is Guilty
As you buckle in to watch “Making a Murderer Part 2,” there’s something Ken Kratz would like you to keep in mind: He still thinks Steven Avery is guilty as sin.Since “Making a Murderer” made him famous nearly three years ago, the former Wisconsin prosecutor hasn’t...
Wrap | 20.10.2018 0:27:47
Every Marvel Comics Live-Action TV Show Ranked, from ‘Incredible Hulk’ to ‘Daredevil’
The recent crop of hit Netflix shows aren’t the first time Marvel has taken its heroes to the small screen. Spider-Man, the Incredible Hulk, Blade and even knock-off-ish X-Men have had a go before the current golden age. Here are all the Marvel shows you’ve seen and a few you might not h... #marvel
Wrap | 20.10.2018 0:07:47
Danny Leiner, ‘Harold & Kumar’ and ‘Dude, Where’s My Car?’ Director, Dies
Danny Leiner, the director of stoner comedies including “Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle” and “Dude, Where’s My Car?,” has died.Leiner passed away late Thursday night, an individual close to Leiner told TheWrap.Producer Ross Putman, who produced the 2014 “The Yo...
Wrap | 20.10.2018 0:01:53
AMC’s Charlie Collier to Become Entertainment CEO of ‘New Fox’
AMC’s Charlie Collier will run entertainment for “New Fox” following the close of 21st Century Fox’s sale of film and TV assets to Disney.Collier’s title will be CEO of entertainment. He had previously served as president and general manager for AMC Networks, presiding ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 23:04:53
‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Director Says DGA ‘Completely Erased’ Her Partner’s Contributions
“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” writer Audrey Wauchope says her partner Rachel Specter will not be credited on their directorial debut due to a DGA bias against female directing teams.“My #FemaleFilmmakerFriday goes out to my co-Director on tonight’s Crazy Ex-Girlfriend episode @Rachel...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 23:03:39
Saudi Officials Admit Jamal Khashoggi Was Killed at Istanbul Consulate
After two weeks in which the kingdom has denied any knowledge of his whereabouts, Saudi officials admitted Friday that Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi died in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.According to astatement released through state-run media, the Saudi government is now stating thata...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 22:26:45
Peter Bogdanovich Says It Only Took ‘One Good Idea’ to Make His Buster Keaton Doc ‘The Great Buster’
Almost half a century after he made a documentary about director John Ford, Peter Bodganovich is back with his second look at a classic filmmaker. “The Great Buster: A Celebration,” in which the director of “The Last Picture Show” and “What’s Up, Doc?” follo...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 22:08:29
CBS Picks Up ‘God Friended Me,’ ‘The Neighborhood’ and ‘Magnum PI’ for Full Seasons
CBS handed out a trio of full season pickups on Friday, ordering more episodes of “God Friended Me,” “Magnum PI” and “The Neighborhood.”The three are the latest freshman series to get the full season pickups from their broadcast networks, following “Station ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 22:00:07
‘Halloween’ Director David Gordon Green on How He Pulled Off Michael Myers’ One-Shot Murder Scene
(Spoiler alert: Do not read on if you haven’t seen the new “Halloween” movie yet.)Michael Myers is back to wreak havoc in “Halloween,” and perhaps one of the scariest scenes is when Michael goes from house to house on trick-or-treat night leaving a trail of dead bodies ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 21:48:19
‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Re-Creates Iconic ‘Seinfeld’ Scene and It’s Spectacular (Video)
“Seinfeld” fans were in for a treat during this week’s episode of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”The episode put a “Sunny” spin on the traditional sitcom clip show format when the gang was left with nothing to do while their phones updates. So the...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 21:20:53
Matthew Broderick Cast as Aunt Jackie’s Love Interest on ‘The Conners’
Aunt Jackie is in the mood for romance!Matthew Broderick has been cast as Peter, a new love interest for Laurie Metcalf’s character, on “The Conners,” an ABC spokesperson told TheWrapon Friday. The actor will be making his debut on the “Roseanne” spinoff during the Hall...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 21:20:43
11 Male Stars Who’ve Been Body Shamed, From Vin Diesel to Leonardo DiCaprio (Photos)
Sam ClaflinThe “Hunger Games” star says that he feels pressure to be thin and fit just like his female colleagues. “I get really worked up to the point where I spend hours and hours in the gym and not eating for weeks to achieve what I think they’re going for,” he said ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 21:03:58
Jonah Hill Gets Real About His Fluctuating Weight: People Said ‘I Was Fat and Gross’ (Video)
During a chat on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” Jonah Hill openly discussed his fluctuating weight and how it has inspired him to seek messages of community and acceptance in his directorial debut, “Mid90s. “In the interview with DeGeneres, Hill shared a magazine he created to c...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:57:24
CNN Reporter Cuts Broadcast After Being Hit With Tear Gas: ‘I Gotta Get to Safety’ (Video)
CNN reporter Bill Weir was hit with tear gas and forced to cut a CNN broadcast short while reporting from a manic scene at the Mexico-Honduras border.Reporting via a grainy audio feed to a mostly silent anchor, Ana Cabrera, Weir appeared strained at times seemingly pressing up against the crowds whe...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:53:49
Showtime Names Adam Townsend Its New CFO
Showtime has namedAdam Townsend as executive VP and CFO. He replaces Christina Spade, who on Thursday was named to the same role at CBS Corp.Townsend will be responsible for all financial matters relating to Showtime Networks’ businesses, including oversight of finance, strategy and informatio...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:34:07
Investor and Trump Adviser Tom Barrack Pulls Out of Saudi Arabia Conference
Tom Barrack, a billionaire investor in Colony Capital, a friend of President Trump and a fundraiser with Hollywood ties, will not be attending the Future Investment Initiative conference in Saudi Arabia, a person with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap.Barrack was slated to be on a panel discus...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:23:30
Matthew Broderick to Star in Netflix’s High School Apocalypse Dramedy ‘Daybreak’
Matthew Broderick will star in Netflix’s high school apocalypse dramedy, “Daybreak.”The 10-episode series, based on the graphic novel of the same name by Brian Ralph, revolves around 17-year-old high school outcast Josh as he searches for his missing girlfriend, Sam, in postapocaly... #netflix
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:20:25
Bella Thorne Says Freeform Called Her ‘Ugly’ While Filming ‘Famous in Love’
Former “Famous in Love” star Bella Thorne has accused Freeform executives of calling her “ugly” while she was filming the now-canceled drama.“One issue is when you have a girl, a young girl who is on your show, you can’t tell her that she’s ugly or she’...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:04:32
Heidi Klum Dances With Death During Halloween Preparation (Video)
Heidi Klum had a close brush with death recently — and she captured it all on video, sharing it for your amusement on Friday.“America’s Got Talent” personality and Halloween fanatic Klum once again displayed her enthusiasm for the impending holiday, literally dancing with dea...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 20:00:54
‘Gosnell’ Film Review: Dean Cain Investigates Killer in Anti-Abortion Screed Disguised as Drama
Nick Searcy’s “Gosnell: The Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer” doesn’t so much play like a movie as it does an oversized episode of “Law & Order.” The events have been ripped from horrifying headlines. The first half is all about catching a killer. Th...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:58:30
The Evolution of Tilda Swinton, From ‘Orlando’ to ‘Suspiria’ (Photos)
Tilda Swinton is basically the David Bowie of film, a multi-faceted, eccentric chameleon who is equally comfortable in experimental, art house cinema, character driven indies and massive blockbusters. It helps that she’s a spitting image of Bowie too. In a 30+ year career between acting, perfo...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:57:21
How ‘Daredevil’ Pulled Off That 11-Minute Prison Breakout Scene in One Shot
(Warning: This story contains spoilers from the third season of Netflix’s “Daredevil”)New “Daredevil” showrunner Erik Oleson had a lot of crazy ideas for his run on the third season of the Marvel TV drama.And none were more insane than that ridiculous prison breakout sc...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:52:10
MegaMillions Jackpot Hits $1 Billion – Let the Dr Evil Memes Begin
The MegaMillions jackpot has just reached its all-time high with $1 billion in store for the lucky ticket holder.On Thursday, the jackpot stood at $970 million and on Friday morning, MegaMillions took to Twitter to break the news about its jackpot hitting $1 billion. Twitter users and hopeful billio...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:45:17
Amazon Studios Names James Farrell Head of International Originals
Amazon Studios has named James Farrell as head of international originals. In the newly created role, Farrell will lead the international originals teams in Japan, India, Europe, Mexico and Brazil, as well as future locales. He’ll report to Jen Salke.Previously, Farrell was Amazon Studios̵... #amazon
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:44:48
Justice Department Charges Russian National for Misinformation Campaign Aimed at 2018 Midterm Elections
The U.S. Justice Department charged a Russian woman with conspiracy to defraud the United States on Friday, accusing her of running a foreign campaign — financed by a close associate of Vladimir Putin — aiming to meddle in the upcoming 2018 midterm elections.“The strategic goal of ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:44:46
‘The Guilty’ Film Review: Denmark’s Oscar Entry Spins Breathless Suspense
The Danish thriller “The Guilty” is certainly not the first film with a protagonist trapped in a single location: Hitchcock did variations on the theme in “Rear Window,” “Rope” and “Lifeboat,” and more recently, characters have been stuck in a phone bo...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:32:52
Jessica Chastain Crime Drama ‘Eve’ Adds Geena Davis, Joan Chen to Cast
“Eve,” an upcoming crime drama starring Jessica Chastain, has added Joan Chen and Academy Award-winner Geena Davis to its cast.The plot for the film is being kept under wraps, but the production companies on the project, Voltage Pictures and Freckle Films, describe it as a character-driv...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:29:06
Aubrey Plaza Tells Us Why ‘An Evening With Beverly Luff Lin’ Is a ‘Wild Ride’ (Video)
So what exactly is the plot to “An Evening With Beverly Luff Lin?” Good question. In fact, when we spoke with star Aubrey Plaza back at the film’s premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January, she had the same question, saying that the offbeat comedy was one of the craziest th...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:16:13
Turner Shuts Down Super Deluxe
Super Deluxe, the digital media company owned by Warner Media’s Turner, has been shut down as the company looks to cut out duplicate units within the Warner Media Umbrella.“Turner is proud of the unique brand Super Deluxe has built over the past three years, and the cutting-edge content ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:14:56
Here’s a Fall 2018 Playbook for TV Marketers
By Matt Young, VP and Industry Lead, Entertainment, OathWhen’s the last time you felt caught up on the season’s hit TV shows? Last summer? Ten years ago? In an era of competing and diverse content providers, it’s nearly impossible to keep up with the vast choices available. In fact...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:02:28
Michael Cohen Urges People to Vote Against Trump to Prevent ‘Another Six Years of This Craziness’
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen is urging people to vote against Republicans — and his former client — in the upcoming mid-term elections, telling CNN Friday in a brief man-on-the-street interview that it was the only way to stop the madness.“Grab your family, grab your friends...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 19:01:18
Entertainment One Lands TV Rights to Book About Jews Who Fled, Then Fought Hitler
Entertainment One has acquired the television rights to the book “Sons and Soldiers: The Untold Story of the Jews Who Escaped the Nazis and Returned with the U.S. Army to Fight Hitler,” for a project to be directed by “Suicide Squad” and “Bright” filmmaker David A...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 18:45:07
‘Making a Murderer’ Part 2: 37 Updates Since the Series’ Debut (Photos)
Before you dive into Making a Murder Part 2, let’s look back to see how the first season of “Making a Murderer” changed the case of Steven Avery and his nephew Brendan Dassey, who were convicted for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach.Making a Murderer Gets ReleasedThe documentary wa...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 18:43:03
Apple Chief Tim Cook Calls on Bloomberg to Retract Chinese Spy Chip Story
Apple CEO Tim Cook is calling for Bloomberg to retract its recent report that the company was hacked by Chinese spies that put malicious chips on the tech giant’s servers.“There is no truth in their story about Apple,” Cook told BuzzFeed News on Friday. “They need to do that ...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 18:30:37
‘Station 19': ABC Gives Full-Season Order to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Spinoff
Things are heating up in Seattle.“Grey’s Anatomy” firefighter spin-off “Station 19” has been given a full-season order, ABC Entertainment presidentChanning Dungey announced Friday.The series stars “Grey’s Anatomy” alum Jason George as Ben Warren, along...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 18:15:01
‘Halloween’ Billboard Sabotaged to Show Maxine Waters as Michael Myers
It appears that the only thing scarier than Michael Myers for California conservatives is Rep. Maxine Waters.A giant “Halloween” billboard in West Hollywood has been altered on Friday to show the longtime Democratic representative in the slasher movie’s starring role. The latest wo...
Wrap | 19.10.2018 17:57:44
‘Black Monday': Showtime Drops Trailer for Stock-Market Crash Comedy on Date’s 31st Anniversary (Video)
Showtime released the first trailer for its new comedy “Black Monday” on the 31st anniversary of the worst Stock Market crash in Wall Street history (Oct. 19, 1987).The 1980s-set series stars Don Cheadle, Andrew Rannells and Regina Hall. The series takes viewers back to Oct. 19, 1987 ... #trailer
Wrap | 19.10.2018 17:30:13
15 Hollywood Actors Who Had Epic Fails as Music Stars (Photos)
There are a few (lots of) Hollywood actors that tried venturing out into the musical world. Some (very few) made it work and others… Well, here’s a list of 15 that should’ve just not.Lindsay LohanLohan debuted her first album “Speak” in 2004 and it actually did pretty w...