The film follows 16-year-old Callie A. Coleman (Martin) who discovers she can control her professional football player dad, Bobby Coleman’s (Hardwick) prowess on the field through EA Sports Madden NFL.
NFL Films and EA SPORTS to Provide Production Expertise on Movie
Directed by Anton Cropper and Produced in Partnership with The SpringHill Company and Genius Entertainment, Production Begins This Month in Atlanta
LOS ANGELES/ATLANTA – April 19, 2022 – Omari Hardwick (Army of the Dead, Pieces of Her), Kelly Rowland (American Soul) and Rome Flynn (How to Get Away with Murder) have joined Marsai Martin (Little) to round out the cast of Fantasy Football, Nickelodeon and Awesomeness Films’ new live-action movie, set to debut exclusively on Paramount+ later this year. NFL Films and EA SPORTS(TM) have signed on to provide expertise on various aspects related to the film’s production. In partnership with The SpringHill Company and Genius Entertainment, the film begins shooting this month in Atlanta, Ga.
Fantasy Football follows 16-year-old Callie A. Coleman (Martin) who discovers she can control her professional football player dad, Bobby Coleman’s (Hardwick) prowess on the field through EA SPORTS Madden NFL. Keisha Coleman, Callie’s mom, is played by Rowland. Anderson Fisher, Bobby’s rookie archrival, is played by Emmy(R) Award-winner Flynn. Directed by NAACP(R) Image Award-winner and Emmy(R) Award-nominee Anton Cropper (Black-ish) and written by Emmy(R) Award winners Dan Gurewitch & David Young, the film is based on an original screenplay by Richard T. Jones & Jeremy Loethen and Tim Ogletree.
Said Cropper, “I am so excited to be working with such a talented and supportive group. Fantasy Football is a culmination of the adrenaline of the NFL and the fun of EA SPORTS Madden NFL, with the heart of a father-daughter relationship. As the father of a teenage daughter, I can’t wait to sit down and watch this with her. It’s everything a great film is supposed to be!”
Additional cast members announced today include Elijah Richardson as Nate, Hanani Taylor as Kayla, Abigail Killmeier as Margot, Tyla Harris as Zoey, and Isac Ivan as Oliver.
Fantasy Football is produced by The SpringHill Company (Space Jam: A New Legacy), the empowerment-led media conglomerate spearheaded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, and in partnership with wunderkind and creative mastermind Marsai Martin and Joshua Martin of Genius Entertainment (Little). LeBron James, Spencer Beighley and Jamal Henderson serve as producers for The SpringHill Company. Marsai Martin and Joshua Martin serve as producers, and Carol Martin and Jamila Jordan-Theus serve as executive producers for Genius Entertainment. Production of the film at Awesomeness is overseen by Syrinthia Studer, Executive Vice President, Nickelodeon and Awesomeness Films, and Jessica Smith, Director of Development. Timothy Bourne serves as producer.
Fantasy Football is the third film to enter production under Awesomeness and Nickelodeon Live-Action Film Studio head Studer, following The J Team, starring and executive produced by JoJo Siwa, and the upcoming Honor Society, starring Angourie Rice and Gaten Matarazzo.
The series, premiering May 12, is about the misadventures of the Black millennial dating experience and one girl’s journey to the last place she ever thought she would end up… on the side.
Some things are better on the side… Check out the official trailer for the all-new ALLBLK Original Series, À LA CARTE – Premiering May 12 only on ALLBLK.
Á LA CARTE is about the misadventures of the Black millennial dating experience and one girl’s journey to the last place she ever thought she would end up… on the side. 25-year old Mahogany finally lands the man of her dreams, Kaleb, there’s just one problem: he has a girlfriend. Accustomed to being number one, Mahogany’s whole world is turned upside down now that she finds herself playing number two.
Directed by Dijon Talton & Executive Produced by Meagan Good.
The series will return on Wednesday, April 20th at 9am PT/12pm ET with a premiere episode featuring Janelle Monáe.
Facebook Watch’s Emmy(R) Award-winning series “Red Table Talk,” hosted by the iconic multigenerational trio comprised of Jada Pinkett Smith, her daughter Willow Smith, and her mother Adrienne Banfield Norris aka “Gammy,” returns on Wednesday, April 20 at 9am PT/12pm ET with new episodes streaming weekly.
· “Red Table Talk” returns with trailblazing global superstar and fashion icon, Janelle Monáe. The unapologetic LGBTQIA+ superhero and 8-time Grammy nominee reveals why she no longer sees herself as a woman and what inspired her to come out at age 32. Janelle shares how she overcame her fears of abandonment and healed from the traumatizing effects of her father’s drug addiction, a special appearance by her feisty and fierce-loving mom Janet Hawthorne shakes up the table, and a dream comes true for a Janelle superfan.
· Upcoming episodes for “Red Table Talk” include exclusives with the heartbroken parents of Miss USA Cheslie Kryst who tragically died by suicide earlier this year; Ireland Baldwin and her mom Oscar(R) winning actress Kim Basinger’s first interview together revealing how crippling anxiety has affected their lives (this also marks Kim’s first interview in over a decade); the first sit down with ‘Tinder Swindler’ victim Ayleen Charlotte, the best-selling author of “My Friend Anna” about being conned by fake German heiress Anna Delvey, Rachel DeLoache Williams, and real estate mogul and business expert Barbara Corcoran, who comes with a warning and reveals how she was the target of a frightening scam that could happen to anyone; the Smith siblings (Willow, Jaden and Trey) who take over the table for their first solo episode; and much more.
· Last year, “Red Table Talk” aired its 100th episode and crossed the 1 billion views mark, further cementing its legacy as a cultural touchstone. Through milestone conversations of unprecedented transparency with some of the world’s biggest stars like Sandra Bullock, Ciara, Snoop Dogg, Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Hart, Salma Hayek, Paris Jackson, Alicia Keys, Queen Latifah, Matthew McConaughey, Demi Moore, Keanu Reeves and Gwyneth Paltrow, the series has emerged as the go-to place for unpacking the most compelling issues of today.
· With over 11M followers on the “Red Table Talk” Facebook Page, the groundbreaking series has flourished into a loyal community that connects and supports each other through the “Red Table Talk” Facebook Group, where 620K members gather every week to share their own stories.
· In 2021, “Red Table Talk” won the Emmy(R) for Outstanding Informative Talk Show. The series has earned six NAACP Image awards and an African-American Film Critics Association award. The hosts were honored as some of “Most Influential People of 2021” by TIME, as well as “Entertainers of the Year” by the Ebony Power 100, and Jada was presented with the Trailblazer Award at the 2019 MTV Movie & TV Awards. The series has also received nominations from the Daytime Emmy Awards (8), the People’s Choice Awards (4), the MTV Movie & TV Awards (1), the Critics Choice Awards (2), and the Streamy Awards (2).
· “Red Table Talk” is produced by Westbrook Studios with Jada Pinkett Smith, Ellen Rakieten, Miguel Melendez, Meghan Hoffman and Jill Van Lokeren serving as executive producers.
Breaking news! Monday on “The Talk” the hosts are surprised live on air with news that the Daytime Emmy-winning show is renewed for Season 13! Natalie Morales announces, “The producers are just telling me there is some breaking news. This is just coming in right now, ‘The Talk’ has been renewed for Season 13.” After the cheers and confetti, Akbar Gbajabiamila reacts, “That was crazy, this feels so good.” Jerry O’Connell jokes, “Now I know why all our bosses showed up today.”
· CBS’ THE TALK is renewed for a season 13, as announced live on-air today, Monday, April 18, 2022
· Hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, Jerry O’Connell, Natalie Morales, and Sheryl Underwood all returning
· Executive Producers Heather Gray and Kristin Matthews returning
· THE TALK is currently in season 12 through August 5, 2022
· THE TALK has earned 14 Daytime Emmy Awards (Outstanding Talk Show Entertainment 2016, 2018; writing 2015; host 2017) and 58 nominations.
· THE TALK airs weekdays 2:00pm ET; 1:00PM, PT on CBS and streams on PARAMOUNT+
THE TALK AIRS WEEKDAYS 2:00 PM, ET; 1:00 PM, PT ON CBS AND STREAMS ON PARAMOUNT+
VH1 is unveiling the truth with Unfaithful: Caught in the Act, a new, six- episode series hosted by Tami Roman, premiering Monday, May 16 at 10PM ET/PT. Each episode will explore infidelity through the POV of the person that learns they aren’t the only one in their significant other’s lives.
VH1’s Unfaithful: Caught in the Act tracks host Tami Roman as she sets out on a mission to empower suspicious lovers to catch their cheating partners in the act. With the help of a relationship expert and a private investigator, Tami will uncover the shocking truths and get the receipts to expose the cheats.
Once the investigation is complete, the suspicious lover can choose to team up with their partner’s other lover or take them both down in an undercover ambush. In a life-altering confrontation, Tami’s tough love approach will help the heartbroken find the answers they need to make the ultimate decision – move forward together or end their relationship for good.
Will Tami’s exposure bring these lovers closure?
“Unfaithful was important to me because I’ve been that person… confused, unsure and seeking answers in a relationship. I needed help figuring out if I should go forward or move on. Unfaithful provided a way for me to assist others in that predicament. The show is the perfect blend of a talk show meets reality TV. Real people, real situations and me helping them navigate through those moments while always keeping it real.”
Unfaithful: Caught in the Act is executive produced by Sitarah Pendelton-Eaglin, Jennifer Aguirre, John Varela and Executive in Charge of production Liz Kim for VH1. Lashan Browning and Kim McKoy are Executive Producers for New Group Productions. Tami Roman also serves as consulting producer.
Join the conversation using #VH1Unfaithful and follow the official VH1 accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.
BURBANK, Calif. (April 18, 2022) – “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” is in production on a second season for Disney+. From Disney Television Animation, the series’ season one finale begins streaming Wednesday, April 20 exclusively on Disney+. The series, a critically acclaimed revival of Disney’s groundbreaking “The Proud Family,” is executive-produced by its creator Bruce W. Smith, and Ralph Farquhar.
“The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” picks up the story of its central character, Penny Proud, and includes her madcap family: parents Oscar and Trudy, twin siblings BeBe and CeCe, and grandmother Suga Mama (and Puff!). Of course, it would not be “The Proud Family” without Penny’s loyal crew Dijonay Jones, LaCienega Boulevardez and Zoey Howzer, among others.
Cast members reprising their roles from the original series and returning for season two are: Kyla Pratt as Penny Proud; Tommy Davidson as Oscar Proud; Paula Jai Parker as Trudy Proud; JoMarie Payton as Suga Mama; Cedric the Entertainer as Uncle Bobby; Karen Malina White as Dijonay Jones, Soleil Moon Frye as Zoey Howzer; Alisa Reyes as LaCienega Boulevardez; Carlos Mencia as Felix Boulevardez; Maria Canals-Barrera as Sunset Boulevardez; Alvaro Gutierrez as Papi; Raquel Lee Bolleau as Nubia Gross; and Marcus T. Paulk as Myron. Recurring new voices that will also return for the second season include Keke Palmer as Maya Leibowitz-Jenkins; Billy Porter and Zachary Quinto as Randall and Barry Leibowitz-Jenkins; EJ Johnson as Michael Collins; Asante Blackk as Kareem; Artist “A Boogie” Dubose as Francis “KG” Leibowitz-Jenkins; Bresha Webb as CeCe; and Aiden Dodson as BeBe.
The second season will feature a star-studded guest cast, including singer and producer Chance the Rapper; Gabrielle Union (“L.A’s Finest”); singer and dancer Normani; Leslie Odom Jr. (“Hamilton”); Anthony Anderson (“black-ish”); gymnasts Dominique Dawes, Gabby Douglas and Laurie Hernandez; Jane Lynch (“Glee”); Holly Robinson Peete (“21 Jump Street”); Maury Povich (“Maury”); Storm Reid (“Euphoria”); Courtney B. Vance (“Genius”); and Liana Mendoza (“Hey, Mr. Postman!”).
Extensions for “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” include a cross-category product line of apparel, home, stationery, toys and Funko Pop! collectibles exclusively at Target; a storybook from Disney Press, “It All Started with an Orange Basketball;” and “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” digital soundtrack from Walt Disney Records set for release on June 3. Additionally, the complete library of the original series, “The Proud Family,” is currently available on Disney+, digital and DVD.
In addition to Smith and Farquhar, Calvin Brown, Jr. (“Moesha”) is co-executive producer and story editor, Jan Hirota (“Big Hero 6 The Series”) is producer, Eastwood Wong (“Carmen Sandiego”) is art director, and directors are Latoya Raveneau (“Rise Up, Sing Out”), Rudi Bloss (“DC Super Hero Girls”) and Tara Nicole Whitaker (“Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure”).
Twitter: @DisneyPlus, @theproudfamily Instagram: @DisneyPlus, @theproudfamily Facebook: @DisneyPlus Hashtag: #TheProudFamily, #LouderAndProuder, #TheProudFamilyLouderAndProuder
Here’s the new May issue featuring comedian Rip Micheals as he discusses his climb in comedy from being homeless to being one of the producers of MTV’s Wild N’ Out, to also being the comedy show producer of the Rip Micheals April Fools Comedy Jam.
In this issue, we also have all of the latest news from the comedy world from the last month, and we have some pics from events in and around the country!
Check out the latest DIGITAL issue below;
ABC NEWS SPECIAL PROFILES HOW HIT COMEDY SHOW “BLACK-ISH” BOTH ENTERTAINED AND EDUCATED AS SERIES COMES TO A CLOSE
Special Features Exclusive Look at Final Table Read and Original Audition Tapes, As Well As Interviews With Cast, Crew and Guest Stars of the Show’s Eight Seasons
‘black-ish: A Celebration’ Airs Tuesday, April 19 (9:31-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC, Next Day on Hulu
Since its debut in 2014, the award-winning ABC hit comedy show “black-ish” has entertained and educated millions of viewers. The series brought audiences inside the difficult conversations and lived experiences many Black families have in America through the comedic lens of the Johnson family. A new ABC News special profiles the making of the groundbreaking show and explores the profound impact it had on society as it concludes its eighth and final season. The special features interviews with the show’s all-star cast, including Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Marsai Martin, Yara Shahidi, Miles Brown, Marcus Scribner, Laurence Fishburne, Jenifer Lewis and Deon Cole – as well as an exclusive look at the final table read and the cast’s original audition tapes. “black-ish: A Celebration” reflects on some of the show’s most important episodes, covering topics ranging from Juneteenth to postpartum depression. “black-ish” stars and guest stars such as Aloe Blacc also discuss their experience working on set, the comedic genius of the show and how they feel about the series ending. Creator and executive producer Kenya Barris and episodic director Eva Longoria talk about the unique chemistry between the cast and crew over years of filming and what they hope will be the legacy of the show. “black-ish: A Celebration” airs Tuesday, April 19 (9:31-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC, next day on Hulu.
“black-ish: A Celebration” is produced by ABC News. Catherine McKenzie serves as executive producer.
In this interview, we speak with actor, director, and producer Amin Joseph, who is probably most known for his role in FX’s hit series Snowfall as Uncle Jerome.
Joseph talks about Snowfall and tells us what he thinks should happen with the characters in the series, and he also talks about several new projects he has coming out, such as #Matter with Shondaland from Shonda Rhimes. Joseph also mentions hin new projects he’s directing and more!
Check out the interview below;
SHOWTIME has released a first look at the highly anticipated second season of ZIWE, the critically acclaimed late-night variety series, starring and executive produced by Ziwe (Dickinson, Succession, The Great North). ZIWE will return with all-new interviews, musical numbers, guest stars, sketches, and more starting Friday, April 29 on streaming and on-demand for all SHOWTIME subscribers, before making its on-air debut on Sunday, May 1 at 11 p.m. ET/PT. The season will continue to drop new episodes every Friday via streaming and on-demand platforms before appearing on air Sunday night.
The season’s first installment will include six episodes, before returning for a second installment of new episodes later this year. The trailer previews more of Ziwe’s signature, provocative interviews with season-two guests including Charlamagne Tha God, Chet Hanks, Emily Ratajkowski, Ilana Glazer, Hannibal Buress, Nicole Byer, Mia Kalifa, Adam Pally and Deux Moi, along with special appearances by Jane Krakowski and Luann de Lesseps.
Previously, Ziwe wrote for DESUS & MERO, OUR CARTOON PRESIDENT and Dickinson and rose to viral popularity with her ground-breaking and provocative Instagram Live series questioning cultural figures on race. She has also voiced Kamala Harris and other roles for OUR CARTOON PRESIDENT, as well as Tooning Out the News, and appears in her own Pop Show, which she created and performs at Brooklyn’s Union Hall with original pop songs off her album Generation Ziwe.
The inaugural season of ZIWE included interviews with Phoebe Bridgers, Fran Lebowitz, Andrew Yang, Eboni K. Williams, Gloria Steinem and Stacey Abrams, along with musical performances by Ziwe, sketches and more – including unscripted and unpredictable interactions with everyday people. ZIWE is produced by A24 for SHOWTIME. In addition to Ziwe, Jamund Washington, Jo Firestone and Hunter Speese serve as executive producers.
