Category: TV and Movies
Books Turned Into Box-Office Hit Movies
With the opening of the “Hunger Games” movie this year, a lot of people who were enthralled by the book were expecting to see the book in the big screen. Moreover, it is quite common for best-selling and popular books to be turned into a movie. For the last couple of years, a few good [...]
“Big Bang Theory” to Guest Stephen Hawking
CBS announced that the high-rating comedy show will guest the popular theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking on its April 5 episode. Hawking will play a cameo role on the show. He will visit Sheldon Cooper, played by actor Jim Parsons, at work. Although he will only have a short appearance, the entire cast and staff of [...]
Box Office Update: “The Lorax” Beats “John Carter”
Expectations were not met as “John Carter” earned a disappointing $30.6 million during its opening. The $250 million worth movie fell short on the box office while “The Lorax” reigned as it earned $70 million on its second week on the cinemas. The adaptation of the book of Dr. Seuss was a certified hit and [...]
Kelly Clarkson to Judge ABC’s “Duets”
ABC will launch its new singing competition entitled “Duets”. With the recent success of “The Voice”, many are wondering if ABC’s new show will play well in the rating’s game. “Duets” is set to debut on summer featuring judges like Jennifer Nettles, Robin Thicke, Lionel Richie, and American Idol alum Kelly Clarkson. The featured judges [...]
Grey’s Anatomy Denied Katherine Heigl’s Return on the Show
Katherine Heigl has recently expressed her intention of coming back to the show after quitting the hit drama series in 2009. However, Shonda Rhimes, creator of Grey’s Anatomy, denied the reports that Heigl’s character might be back anytime soon. Rhimes confirms her appreciation of Heigl’s intent but maintains that the plot of the show is [...]
Disney Movie Execs to Work on “The Muppets” Sequel
After impressing the Oscars’ award giving body, bosses of Disney movies are currently working on the next Muppets movie. The film that starred Amy Adams and Jason Segel was a hit since its launch last year earning $154.8 million all over the world. In fact, the movie’s soundtrack “Man or Muppet” even won the Best [...]
“American Idol” Final 13 Revealed
After the long series of auditions all over America, American Idol is now down to 13. Here are the lucky contenders who will fight for the title of the next American Idol. 1. Phillip Phillips 2. Heejun Han 3. Skylark Laine 4. Hollie Cavanaugh 5. Colton Dixon 6. Jermaine Jones 7. Joshua Ledet 8. Shannon [...]
Lucy Liu to Join Sherlock Holmes
CBS reported that actress Lucy Liu will join the cast of Sherlock Holmes’ pilot episode entitled “Elementary”. Liu will play the character of Watson, Sherlock Holmes’ assistant. The character that Liu will portray has been usually played by male actors. To make it more refreshing, the new TV show’s production staff and cast director decided [...]
Jennifer Aniston Fails to Claim Top Spot in the Box Office
Despite her blooming love life and after recently being honored with her own star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Jennifer Aniston failed to meet expectations as her latest film “Wanderlust” landed only at no. 8 in the box office. “Wanderlust” opened this weekend with $6.6 million. The 43-year old actress starred the movie along [...]
The Voice Rules the Ratings Game
NBC’s The Voice was announced the top rated show for the season. The success of the show could be attributed to its smart scheduling and good casting. The show has officially beaten FOX’s American Idol which spent 8 years as the top-rated series. With its recent victory, NBC does not want to be overconfident because [...]
