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‘Harry Potter’ series: McTeer as McGonagall, Essiedu as Snape?

HBO is close to finalising key casting decisions for its highly anticipated “Harry Potter” series, with Janet McTeer in talks to play Professor Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu nearing a deal for Professor Severus Snape. If confirmed, they will join John Lithgow, who has been cast as Professor Albus Dumbledore.

Amazon taps Sophie Turner for ‘Tomb Raider’ series

Sophie Turner is reportedly close to landing the lead role in Amazon’s upcoming “Tomb Raider” series. According to Variety, although the deal has not been finalised yet, it is expected to be confirmed shortly.

Warner Bros explores ‘Game of Thrones’ film as HBO expands fantasy franchise

Warner Bros has been quietly working on a film set in George RR Martin’s fantasy world as HBO/Max and Warner Bros start merging their major fantasy franchises.

‘Shogun’, ‘The Bear’ lead with most Emmy nomination nods

Historical drama "Shogun", the sweeping story of a struggle for power in feudal Japan, racked up 25 nominations on Wednesday (July 17) to lead this year's contenders for television's Emmy Awards.

Ramy Youssef, the mayor of muslim disaster, is tired of apologising

Ramy Youssef, the Egyptian-American comedian, isn't just crafting jokes; he's crafting conversations. Not only is he a funny man, but he is also a voice for a generation navigating complex socio-political landscapes. With his latest HBO special, "More Feelings," Youssef digs deep into societal issues, adeptly blending humour with poignant commentary on his experiences as a Muslim celebrity in America, offering a glimpse into his journey as a comedian, activist, and individual.

HBO announces ‘Game of Thrones’ Aegon’s conquest spinoff

Exciting news emerges from HBO as the network teams up with prolific writer Mattson Tomlin for a new venture set in the beloved "Game of Thrones" universe. Tomlin, known for his work on projects like "The Batman Part II" and the Keanu Reeves action comic adaptation "BRZRKR," is set to spearhead the development of a spinoff titled "Aegon’s Conquest."

HBO set to develop 3 animated ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoffs

Renowned author George R.R. Martin recently revealed exciting developments for "Game of Thrones" fans, announcing three animated projects set within the universe of "A Song of Ice & Fire" currently in various stages of development with HBO.

HBO updates on return of its popular shows and projects

During a press event in New York, HBO head Casey Bloys recently revealed that several HBO projects have been pushed back to 2025. This includes the third seasons of "Euphoria" and "The White Lotus" and HBO's prequel series based on Stephen King's novel "It", titled "Welcome to Derry". The second season of "The Last of Us" is expected to begin production in the Spring of 2024, with a likely release date in 2025 – pending upon the resolution of an actors' strike.

HBO series ‘The Idol’ gets canceled after one season

HBO's much-talked-about series "The Idol", a collaboration between Sam Levinson and Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye, has come to an abrupt end after its first season. The decision was announced recently by HBO, citing the creators' and producers' mutual decision not to move forward with a second season.

June 6, 2023
June 6, 2023

‘Succession’ season 4: a mirror of Shakespearean tragedy

The production value of “Succession” is impeccable, with stunning cinematography that captures the opulence and grandeur of the wealthy elite.

April 29, 2023
April 29, 2023

After Reliance-Warner deal, JioCinema pricing, local content in focus

Under the content deal announced on Thursday, popular series from HBO and Warner Bros , such as Harry Potter and Succession, will be available from next month on the JioCinema platform, which Ambani's Viacom18 has promoted for weeks by offering popular IPL cricket matches for free.

April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023

Harry Potter series, another 'Game of Thrones' prequel coming to Max streaming service

"I'm looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long-form television series," Rowling said in a statement.

April 2, 2023
April 2, 2023

Pedro Pascal: A father figure for film-generations to follow

What makes Pascal such a compelling actor is his ability to inhabit a wide variety of characters. Whether he's playing a masked bounty hunter or a suave secret agent, he brings a level of authenticity and depth to his roles that draw audiences in.

November 7, 2022
November 7, 2022

HBO’s 'Westworld' cancelled after fourth season

Science-fiction television series "Westworld" has been cancelled by American network HBO, reported entertainment trade Deadline on Friday.

October 24, 2022
October 24, 2022

House of the Dragon revives Game of Thrones franchise with a standout first season

The showrunners lived up to expectations, delivering a brilliant storyline in House of the Dragon.

October 16, 2022
October 16, 2022

Paddy Considine’s Viserys is a rare example of an adaptation outshining the original

It’s to Paddy Considine's immense credit that he made Viserys so loveable among the fans.

September 27, 2022
September 27, 2022

Can HBO’s The Last of Us be a faithful adaptation of the video game?

The Last of Us fans worldwide will agree that the trailer did not disappoint.

August 23, 2022
August 23, 2022

What HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon’ promises to bring to the world of ‘A Song of Ice & Fire’

Viewers of House of the Dragon won’t find themselves in a similar predicament as the events surrounding the second Targaryen Civil War have already been documented in full in Fire & Blood (2018).  

July 31, 2022
July 31, 2022

Why I’m excited about ‘House of the Dragon’

Fire & Blood is the historical retelling of the reign of the Targaryens as told by the fictional Archmaster Gyldayn, and it is a compressed version of all the things that make A Song of Ice and Fire so fun.