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Tom Ellis Cast as LUCIFER in Fox’s DC Entertainment Pilot
As spring approaches, so does pilot season and as pilot season approaches casting news is being announced. We reported HERE that Fox has ordered a pilot for Lucifer produced by Tom Kapinos, Len Wiseman and Bruckheimer Television, today they announced that they’ve found their series lead in Tom Ellis. Born in Bangor, Wales Ellis is a longtime actor; he is best known for his time on BBC’s East Enders as Dr. Oliver. He’s appeared on several other BBC series as well; ranging from Miranda to Poirot and Doctor Who. He’s also worked on American Television on ABC’s Once Upon a Time as Robin Hood and appeared with Anna Paquin and…
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Jason Momoa Talks Aquaman Suit Reveal, Action Sequences, His Role in BATMAN V SUPERMAN and More
Last week, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice director Zack Snyder revealed a first look at Jason Momoa in costume as Aquaman. The King of Atlantis will make a small appearance in the superhero ensemble before having a bigger role in 2017’s Justice League Part One and then headlining 2018’s Aquaman. For much of last year, Momoa evaded questions over his rumored involvement in the DC Cinematic Universe until Warner Bros. finally confirmed his casting. Afterwards, he has been much more open about the role, and his latest interview indicates just that. Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Momoa commented on the Aquaman reveal from last week and how Snyder gave him…
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Dean Cain and Helen Slater Set to Guest Star on CBS’ SUPERGIRL
We have some more casting news for CBS’ potential Supergirl series, and this should excite fans of live action Superman adaptations. According to TV Line, actors Dean Cain and Helen Slater are set to guest star in the upcoming pilot. Details on their roles are currently being kept under wraps. Cain is best known for playing Clark Kent/Superman in the fan-favorite television series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, which ran from 1993 to 1997. Meanwhile, Slater starred as Kara Zor-El herself in 1984’s critically panned Supergirl movie. Both actors previously guest-starred on The CW’s Smallville. Cain played Dr. Curtis Knox, while Slater played Kal-El’s Kryptonian mother, Lara.…
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SUICIDE SQUAD Stars Margot Robbie and Viola Davis Discuss Joining The DC Universe
Will Smith and Margot Robbie’s new movie, Focus, releases this weekend in theaters. However, the two actors will soon reunite as Deadshot and Harley Quinn, respectively, in the upcoming Suicide Squad film. In an interview with MTV, Robbie commented on landing the role of fan-favorite character Quinn, saying that she didn’t even have to audition. “I actually got offered this one, I didn’t audition, which is a real step up as an actor when you can get offered things.” The actress adds that the film’s crew already figured that she and Smith would have terrific chemistry together, so “we didn’t have to do chemistry reads or anything like that, and…
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Characters From ARROW and THE FLASH to Team-Up in New Spin-Off Series From The CW
After The Flash successfully spun-off from Arrow last fall, there has been much talk over what the next spin-off series should be. Many fans have suggested that Brandon Routh’s Atom could headline his own series, while there was interest in a Suicide Squad show (which was ultimately killed by the upcoming film). Other suggested names included Firestorm, Green Lantern and Black Canary. Now, The CW has revealed plans for a new spin-off, and this one sounds very exciting. According to Deadline, The CW is developing a spin-off show which will star characters from both Arrow and The Flash. Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg and Marc Guggenheim will spearhead the project, which…
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SUPERGIRL Casts Hank Henshaw and Kara’s Foster Sister; Andrew Kreisberg Joins as Writer and Executive Producer
CBS has announced more casting news for its upcoming DC Entertainment pilot, Supergirl. Joining the show as series regulars are actors David Harewood (Homeland) and Chyler Leigh (Grey’s Anatomy). The two join Melissa Benoist as Kara Zor-El/Kara Danvers/Supergirl, Mehcad Brooks as James “Jimmy” Olsen and Laura Benanti as Alura Zor-El. Harewood will play Hank Henshaw, who is described as “a former CIA agent who heads up the Department of Extra-Normal Operations and tracks extraterrestrial threats.” In the comics, Henshaw becomes the Superman villain known as Cyborg-Superman. Meanwhile, Leigh will play Alexandra “Alex” Danvers, Kara’s foster sister who is also a “confident” doctor. Alex is fascinated by Kara’s unique powers from…
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Melissa Benoist Talks Playing SUPERGIRL; Casting Call Sent Out For…Superman?
Here, we have a couple of news tidbits for CBS’ upcoming pilot and potential series, Supergirl. Star Melissa Benoist spoke with Comic Book Resources at Film Independent’s Spirit Awards ceremony, where she commented on Kara Zor-El being a “relatable”character. “What’s so wonderful about her is that she is such a relatable character, amongst her powers. What I’m the most excited about is telling a story about a human being really realizing their potential and their strength, and I think that’s something that everyone will root for and want in their own lives – I’m really excited about that.” Meanwhile, Benoist refused to confirm whether or not she would be wearing…
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Hans Zimmer Talks BATMAN V SUPERMAN Score + Viola Davis Confirmed as Amanda Waller
Celebrities on the Red Carpet at the Oscars generally have to run a reporter gauntlet. The questions are generally fishing expeditions hoping for a sound bite; “Who are you wearing?” “Who are you here with?” “Do you have a favorite tonight?” Another popular question is “What are you working on?” Legendary film composer, Hans Zimmer was asked this by Josh Horowitz of MTV and he teased him on Batman v Superman. Meanwhile, a reporter from CTV’s eTalk asked Viola Davis about her rumored involvement with Suicide Squad. Zimmer stated that the score has yet to be written, which is nothing new for Zimmer. His scores are usually written, recorded and…
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Dwayne Johnson Suggests That SHAZAM Movie Could Release Sooner Than Expected
Last year, before Warner Bros. announced its DC Cinematic Universe lineup, a Shazam film was one of the first movies to be confirmed, along with Justice League and Aquaman. However, it was later announced that Shazam would not hit theaters until April 5th, 2019, despite a screenwriter being hired and Dwayne Johnson being cast as Black Adam. So, it seems to be further along in development than, say, The Flash, which is coming out a year sooner and only has its lead actor attached. And now, Johnson suggests that we could indeed see Shazam earlier than expected. Speaking with MTV at the Oscars this weekend, Johnson revealed that, with progress…
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Calista Flockhart Joins SUPERGIRL as Cat Grant
The Supergirl pilot will begin filming shortly and casting news is starting to pick up the pace. One of the roles a lot of fans have had their eye on is that of Kara’s boss and Superman comics character, Catherine “Cat” Grant. Wait no longer, Variety has reported that Calista Flockhart is playing Miss Grant. After getting her start on Guiding Light, Flockhart gained attention and accolades in the title role on Ally McBeal. She played a young lawyer in the long running series and she was nominated for and earned both a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors’ Guild Award for her portrayal. More recently, she had a run…