Author: Amy Davis

Are you ready for more “Monster High” spooky shenanigans? Gerard Johnstone (“M3GAN”) will direct the newest live-action addition to the franchise. The film will be based on Mattel’s wildly popular doll line, of the same name. Plot details for this particular project are under wraps at this time. But the toy line was first introduced in 2010. This doll line has since evolved into an animated web series, TV specials, movies, and books. The dolls/characters are all teenage children of famous monsters and attend the fictitious Monster High. Some of this famous offspring includes Draculaura, the daughter of Dracula; Frankie…

Did you know that Emmy-winning actor and  New York Times bestselling author Nick Offerman (“The Last of Us”) is also a highly skilled woodworker? No, really! You can check out the Offerman Wood Shop website and everything. He’s just announced a new book on the subject, “Little Woodchucks.” In it, he shares family-friendly projects for kids as young as five, while also including plenty of options for older kids and beginner adults.  Offerman’s previous book “Good Clean Fun” showed readers how to make some of his favorite projects paired with personal reflections on woodworking. As the name implies, “Little Woodchucks”…

In March, the video game “Split Fiction” was released and became an instant hit. And like all successful IPs, a movie adaptation will soon be in the works. Amazon MGM Studios is finalizing talks on a deal to adapt the co-op action adventure game. According to reports, the film would be directed by Jon M. Chu (“Wicked”) from a script by Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese (“Deadpool & Wolverine”). Sydney Sweeney (“Immaculate”) is currently set to star.  “Split Fiction” follows two writers Mio Hudson and Zoe Foster, one writes sci-fi and the other fantasy. The duo becomes trapped inside a…

We are sorry to report that actor Jonathan Joss has passed away. Joss was probably best known for voicing John Redcorn on the animated series “King of the Hill.” According to the San Antonio police department, on June 1st, officers were dispatched to Joss’ home after reports of a shooting. TMZ reports eyewitnesses told officers that Joss got into a heated argument with his neighbor. The disagreement turned deadly when the neighbor, now identified as Sigfredo Alvarez-Cega, allegedly pulled out a gun and shot him several times before fleeing in a vehicle. Police found Joss near the road and desperately…

We’ve got some exciting news for all you “Dexter” fans out there! “Dexter: Resurrection,” a sequel series to the original show and “Dexter: New Blood,” just got its first trailer. It’s also been confirmed that Erik King will reprise his role as James Doakes! The trailer has everyone’s favorite blood splatter expert/serial killer, Dexter (Michael C. Hall), doing what he does best. Though a bit worse for wear considering he was shot in the chest by his son Harrison (Jack Alcott). Now he has Miami Metro’s Angel Batista (David Zayas) asking one too many questions and threatening to expose his…

“The place we’ll always remember. The family we’ll never forget. Everything has led to this.” Are you ready to return to the lovely Yorkshire country estate in England? Focus Features has released the first teaser trailer for the upcoming feature film, “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.” This will be the big screen return of the “Downton Abbey” global phenomenon.  Set in the 1930s, “The Grand Finale” continues the journey of the Crawley family and their staff. This cast of beloved characters must figure out how to bring Downton Abbey into the future. All while learning to embrace change, and a…

AMC Networks is already ramping up for spooky season, starting with Anne Rice’s “Talamasca” series. Not only are there new first look images, but Celine Buckens (“Showtrial”) is now set to be a regular cast member. Jason Schwartzman (“Mountainhead”) has also just been confirmed as a guest star. “Talamasca” will center on the titular worldwide secretive society, comprised of humans who track and contain witches, vampires, and other supernatural creatures. Buckens is joining the cast as Doris, an old soul who lives with a coven of witches on a houseboat. Schwartzman is set to guest-star as Burton, a vampire leading…

Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water…Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster movie, “Jaws,” is turning 50. National Geographic just announced “JAWS @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story,” a 90-minute authorized documentary on the making of this iconic film. The company has also released the first poster, trailer, and given it a July 10th premiere date.  “JAWS @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story,” is directed by Laurent Bouzereau (“Music by John Williams”) and is made with Spielberg’s full participation and blessing. The filmmakers’ own Amblin Documentaries is producing with Bouzereau’s Nedland Films, Laura Bowling, and the late…

The release of the long-gestating “King of The Hill” revival is just around the corner. Hulu has released a revamped opening credit sequence that raises so many questions. Like…did Hank and Peggy Hill briefly move out of their home? And who is that new guy in the alley? Granted the show went off the air in 2009 and a lot has changed to say the least. The series’ resident conspiracy nut, Dale Gribble, seems tame after things like the birther movement and the rise of flat-earthers. Even the perpetually baby-face Bobby Hill is now a 21-year-old man, so some updated…

Last week, it was announced that Alex Garland (“Civil War”) would be turning the RPG “Elden Ring” into a live-action movie for A24 Films. It’s now being reported that Garland already has Kit Connor (“Heartstopper”) in mind to star. The duo recently worked together on the aptly titled war epic, “Warfare.” While we must stress that nothing is official in terms of Connor’s casting, yet. Connor is interested in the project, but scheduling and making a formal offer are still huge hurdles to leap. A24 has declined to comment on the possible casting at this time.  Garland will be writing…