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‘Rocky’ Alum Carl Weathers Joins NBC’s ‘Chicago Justice’ Spinoff
15 hours ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Carl Weathers has joined the cast of NBC’s “Chicago Justice,” the latest planted spinoff in Dick Wolf’s franchise of Chicago-set procedural dramas.
Weathers will play State’s Attorney Mark Jefferies in the upcoming “Justice” episode of “Chicago P.D.” The episode is designed to be prototype for a fourth “Chicago” series, this time focusing on the legal system. NBC launched “Chicago Fire” in 2012, followed by “Chicago P.D.” in 2014 and “Chicago Med” last fall.
Philip Winchester, Nazneen Contractor and Joelle Clark are set for lead roles in “Justice.” The episode is set to air May 11, five days before NBC unveils its 2016-17 program lineup to advertisers at its upfront in New York.
Weathers is known for his role as Apollo Creed in the first four “Rocky” movies. More recently he’s appeared in such series as USA Network’s “Colony,” Fox’s “Brothers” and “Arrested Development” and FX’s “The Shield. »
- Cynthia Littleton
Netflix to Stream ‘The Passion’ Music Special Outside U.S. After Fox Live TV Broadcast
19 March 2016 10:03 AM, PDT | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Netflix has secured worldwide distribution rights to “The Passion,” a live TV musical event narrated by Tyler Perry about the final hours of Jesus Christ’s life, following Fox’s U.S. broadcast Sunday.
“The Passion” will air on Fox on March 20 (Palm Sunday), 8-10 p.m. Et live/Pt delayed. On March 22, the special will be available on Netflix internationally with the exception of the Netherlands, where the format originated. The special will air in the Netherlands March 25.
Netflix acquired the rights to the special from Dick Clark Prods. Under the deal, it has streaming rights for 13 months.
“The Passion,” written by Peter Barsocchini (“High School Musical”), tells the story of Christ from the Last Supper to his crucifixion and resurrection, set in the modern day. The two-hour special features music sung by the cast and arranged by exec producer Adam Anders (“Glee,” “Rock of Ages”) and will be »
- Todd Spangler
Dick Wolf’s Stars Talk ‘One in a Million Shot’ of Being Cast in His Shows at Paleyfest
39 minutes ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Dick Wolf strolled down memory lane Saturday night at PaleyFest at the Dolby Theatre, surrounded by stars of his current Chicago trilogy shows “Chicago P.D.,” “Chicago Med” and “Chicago Fire,” as well as “Law and Order: Svu.” Clad in his usual uniform of all-black and bright orange socks, the actors paid tribute to Wolf as they talked about being part of his television empire.
The Chicago table is getting “a fourth leg” as Wolf described it, with “Chicago Justice.” Wolf announced that Carl Weathers will be part of the “Chicago Justice” cast, playing Illinois State’s attorney Mark Jefferies, and co-star opposite Philip Winchester, Nazneen Contractor and Joelle Carter.
About the assembled panel of talent that included Oliver Platt, S. Epatha Merkerson, Ice-t, Jason Beghe, Taylor Kinney, Jesse Spencer, Sophia Bush and Torrey DeVitto, Wolf said, “the thing all these actors have in common is that they’re all »
- Diane Gordon
Watch: President Obama Appears in Cuban Sketch Show Ahead of Historic Visit
1 hour ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Ahead of President Barack Obama’s historic trip to Cuba, he appeared on a Cuban sketch show with one of the country’s most famous comedians.
Luis Silvia, known for his character Panfilo, posted a sketch on Saturday featuring the President himself. Though the humor may not translate exactly, Obama plays along as Panfilo calls the “Casa Blanca” and is surprised to get a direct line to the Commander in Chief himself.
Panfilo calls the White House to see if it will rain on Tuesday, when Obama is set to attend a baseball game. They then go on to address Obama’s visit.
“I am so glad you will come to visit so you can know Cuba, its people,” says Silvia.
“I’m looking forward to it,” Obama reassures him. “The American people and the Cuban people are friends.”
Panfilo naturally takes this a step forward, giving Obama travel advice »
- Alex Stedman
General Hospital Spoilers: Can Liz Find A Way to Make Jake Remember the Past?
1 hour ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
On Monday’s all-new episode of General Hospital, we find that there sometimes are far better results when you are hostile than when you are kind. The old saying goes that there are better chances of catching flies with honey than with vinegar, but sometimes flies cannot help but become involved in anything and everything that they think should become their business; and that is precisely what is working right now for Carly. Her hostile persuasion has decided it will work for her, and it’s been good for her in the long run. She’s finally getting the results she’s been looking
General Hospital Spoilers: Can Liz Find A Way to Make Jake Remember the Past? »
- Tiffany Raiford
Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Ciara Opens Up About Her Sexual Assault
1 hour ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
On Monday’s Days of Our Lives, it seems that there will be a major announcement from Ciara. She is in a bad place right now, and not everyone knows what has happened to her. Her mother knows, and she opened up to Kayla about it on Friday when Kayla confessed to Hope that Steve did not kill Ava, that Joey did. The two women cried together and bonded over the fact that their poor kids are going through something so awful and they cannot do anything to help them. Ciara was raped by Chase. He was supposed to be her
Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Ciara Opens Up About Her Sexual Assault »
- Tiffany Raiford
Carl Weathers Joins Dick Wolf’s Latest Spinoff Chicago Justice
1 hour ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
Were you missing the original Apollo Creed on your screens when blockbuster hit Creed was in theaters this past year? Don’t be too upset, because you’ll be seeing him sooner than expected. Rocky veteran Carl Weathers is set to lead the cast of the latest addition to Dick Wolf’s Chicago franchise, Chicago Justice. Last night at PaleyFest’s Salute to Dick Wolf, the man of the hour himself announced that he had found his leading man for the backdoor pilot. Furthermore, he revealed that the backdoor episode to Chicago Justice, which will reportedly take place on Chicago Pd, will begin filming
Carl Weathers Joins Dick Wolf’s Latest Spinoff Chicago Justice »
- Araceli Aviles
Scott Baio Endorses Donald Trump: ‘We Need Somebody to Relentlessly Attack Hillary’
2 hours ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Scott Baio has added his name to the list of celebrities who are getting behind Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump.
The actor revealed his endorsement of Trump to Fox News’ Judge Jeanine Pirro on Saturday, calling himself “fed up” with the Republican party. When asked why he supports Trump, Baio, who identifies as a conservative independent, said Trump “communicates with people very well.”
“It’s very simple, because when he speaks I understand him,” Baio said. “He speaks like I speak, he communicates with people very well. I want him, as any one person can do, to go into Washington and blow it up.”
The “Charlies in Charge,” “Happy Days” and “Joanie Loves Chachi” actor went on to say that the right needs someone to “relentlessly” take on democrat Hillary Clinton.
“They’re going to attack whomever the Republican nominee is,” he said. “We need somebody to relentlessly, relentlessly attack Hillary. »
- Alex Stedman
Quotes of the Week From The Voice, Faking It, Scandal, Daredevil and More
2 hours ago | TVLine.com | See recent TVLine.com news »
Now that your Ncaa Tournament bracket is likely in shambles, take a break from March Madness this afternoon and peruse our Quotes of the Week, won’t you?
RelatedTVLine’s Performer of the Week: The Walking Dead‘s Alicia Witt
This time around, we’ve got a Guy Fieri comparison on The Voice, an unexpected NCIS reference on Bob’s Burgers, multiple zingers at The Bachelor‘s expense, plus double doses from four of this week’s shows.
Check out the gallery below – or click here for direct access — then hit the comments and tell us if we missed any of your faves! »
Kevin Spacey Goes To Hockey Game in a “Spacey in Space” Sweatshirt
3 hours ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
Kevin Spacey just gave the fans of the Florida Panthers a special treat at last night’s hockey game. He not only wore a “Spacey in Space” sweatshirt but he came to the game wearing a mask of himself. For those of you who have no clue why the House of Cards star did this, then let’s give you the back story so this all makes sense. And by the way, even if there wasn’t a back story this would still be awesome. It all started when Florida Panthers Mvp Aleksander Barkov was given his “hero” award, a recent hockey tradition.
Kevin Spacey Goes To Hockey Game in a “Spacey in Space” Sweatshirt »
- Nat Berman
President Barack Obama Teams Up With Cuban Comedian Panfilo; ‘Saturday Night Live’ Needn’t Worry
3 hours ago | Deadline TV | See recent Deadline TV news »
President Barack Obama mostly keeps a straight face in this comedy clip with the very popular Cuban comedian Panfilo, and, frankly, it’s not hard to see why. Let’s just say humor doesn’t always translate. (No offense to the Havana-based comics fans – we’re pretty sure most of the skits from this season’s Saturday Night Live wouldn’t survive a trip to Cuba; they barely survive here). In any case, a little background: Panfilo’s weekly, Monday-night TV comedy show has been a… »
The Most Unintentionally Funny Star Trek Fight Scenes
3 hours ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
Does anyone remember the scene in the movie Cable Guy when Jim Carrey takes on Matthew Broderick at Medieval Times? Remember how Jim Carrey is mocking one of the most notorious fight scenes from Star Trek? That’s because it’s hilarious. And just as the scene in Cable Guy is pretty funny, throughout history, Star Trek had its moments. I don’t think unintentionally funny fights get any better than Star Trek. Hell I don’t think anything unintentionally funny beats William Shatner doing whatever it is her do. The way this guy talked, walked, and had a cocky vibe was all just
The Most Unintentionally Funny Star Trek Fight Scenes »
- Nat Berman
Limahl’s Video for The Neverending Story Completely Ruins the Song
4 hours ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
I’m a little nostalgic this week because The Neverending Story was on television. Those of you who have seen it know that it’s rarely on cable so when you catch it, it’s a precious moment in your life. And you can’t tell me you’re head’s not bopping when Limahls’ Neverending Story track starts playing. But there’s something very sad about all of this. When you actually see the video for this song, you’re going to be extremely disappointed. Before I saw this video, I could swear the person singing the theme song to The Neverending Story was a woman. The
Limahl’s Video for The Neverending Story Completely Ruins the Song »
- Nat Berman
TV Review: ‘Heartbeat’
5 hours ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Melissa George’s pregnancy prompted NBC to reschedule “Heartbeat” from the fall to midseason, but the intervening months haven’t helped this medical drama find much of a pulse. Although derived from a book by a real-life heart surgeon, the series plays like a rather pallid “Grey’s Anatomy” knockoff, featuring another doctor who cares desperately about her patients, runs roughshod over subordinates and bosses alike, and walks and talks very, very fast.
If Kathy Magliato’s book was built, in part, around how cardiac surgery remains a largely male bastion, there are enough brilliant female doctors patrolling the halls of TV to make George’s Dr. Alexandra Panttiere feel a little less special. The day-to-day pressures of the hospital, meanwhile, share time with a sort-of romantic triangle, involving Alex’s relationship with her dreamy doc boyfriend (Dave Annable) and the surgical mentor (Don Hany) who suddenly shows up, unleashing »
- Brian Lowry
Chicago P.D.'s Sophia Bush Talks Axed 'Linstead' Episode: 'It Didn't Work'
5 hours ago | TVLine.com | See recent TVLine.com news »
It was the “Linstead” sigh heard ’round the Interwebs: Despite much enthusiasm from Chicago P.D. creatives and fans, alike, the show’s planned Lindsay/Halstead road-trip hour stalled out of the gate. And now we’re learning why.
Originally slated to air as this season’s 15th episode, the change-of-pace installment was set to sequester the couple in a car as they journey to Green Bay, Wis., for a case. In addition to featuring some serious one-on-one time between the detectives, the outing was also supposed to shed light on both Lindsay and Halstead’s backstories, star Jesse Lee Sofer previously previewed. »
Chicago Fire's Jesse Spencer on Casey's New Attraction, Future of 'Dawsey'
7 hours ago | TVLine.com | See recent TVLine.com news »
What’s good for Casey’s political career on Chicago Fire is very bad for his romance with Dawson.
The firefighter’s “new job that he’s taken on [in running for alderman] is really going to affect his relationship,” star Jesse Spencer told TVLine on Saturday, prior to PaleyFest’s salute to Dick Wolf.
RelatedChicago Justice Adds Rocky Veteran Carl Weathers as State’s Attorney
Trouble begins to arise for the pair when Lauren Stamile (Grey’s Anatomy, Burn Notice) enters the picture as a political consultant who sparks “a connection” with Casey, Spencer previews. “They’re denying it. It’s not fully conscious, »
What to Expect from 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' Season 8 Reunion
14 hours ago | buddytv.com | See recent BuddyTV news »
Season 8 of The Real Housewives of Atlanta may not have been overly dramatic compared to previous seasons but fans can still expect plenty of shade to be thrown around on the reunion show. From gay rumors, seasons-long feud to cheating accusations, expect the three-part special to be nothing short of insane.
Warning: This article may contain spoilers for the season 8 reunion.
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- editor@buddytv.com
Chicago Justice Adds Rocky Veteran Carl Weathers as State's Attorney
16 hours ago | TVLine.com | See recent TVLine.com news »
Chicago Justice is getting a powerful new player in Rocky‘s Carl Weathers, it was announced Saturday at PaleyFest’s salute to Dick Wolf.
RelatedChicago Fire Adds Lauren Stamile as Political Game Changer
Weathers — who famously portrayed Apollo Creed in the Rocky films and recently co-starred on USA Network’s Colony — will play State’s Attorney Mark Jefferies in the backdoor pilot, airing as Episode 21 of Chicago P.D. this spring.
The latest offshoot in the #OneChicago franchise also features Philip Winchester (Strike Back), Joelle Carter (Justified) and Nazneen Contractor (Heroes Reborn).
Weathers’ other TV credits include Arrested Development, Brothers »
March BADness: Bates Motel, Nip/Tuck, Twin Peaks, Profiler Enter the Fray!
16 hours ago | TVLine.com | See recent TVLine.com news »
TV, TV, on the wall… who’s the baddest of them all?
That’s the question at the heart of TVLine’s March BADness Bracket Tournament, a brutal scrum among the most violent, scheming, bitchy, low-down dirty characters ever to grace the small screen.
RelatedMarch BADness Welcomes Bones, Ahs, True Detective, American Gothic
Love to hate ’em or just plain love ’em, there’s no denying these 64 filthy mcnasties have left an indelible mark on the TV landscape. But treacherous as they are, they’re not about to share their glory.
That’s where you come in. From now through the end of the month, »
‘Chicago Justice’: Carl Weathers Joins NBC’s Legal ‘Chicago’ Spinoff
16 hours ago | Deadline TV | See recent Deadline TV news »
Veteran actor Carl Weathers (Rocky) will co-star opposite Philip Winchester, Nazneen Contractor and Joelle Carter in Chicago Justice (fka Chicago Law), the next installment of Dick Wolf's Chicago franchise for NBC. Wolf just made the announcement at the PaleyFest panel featuring the uber producer and stars from his NBC drama series. The planned spinoff will be introduced in Episode 21 of Chicago Pd this season, titled Justice, which will be directed by Jean de Segonzac… »
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