Amazon Launches Its Own Anime Streaming Service
Amazon has just launched its own anime-focused streaming service called Anime Strike.
For $5 a month, Amazon Prime subscribers can gain access to an expanded library of anime available for streaming, with new episodes arriving each week.
Amazon's channel page for Anime Strike
Ghost Recon Wildlands Short Film Announced
Ubisoft has announced a live-action Ghost Recon Wildlands short film, War Within the Cartel.
The 30-minute short stars T.I. and will be executive produced by Star Trek and Amazing Spider-Man writer Roberto Orci. It will premiere on Ubisoft’s Twitch channel on February 16 and will then be available to watch on Amazon for free to Amazon Prime subscribers.
War Within the Cartel will focus on the Santa Blanca drug cartel as they seek to flush out a traitor within their ranks, with T.I. portraying a member of the cartel named Marcus. The short is directed by Avi Youbian, who previously directed The Walking Dead season five episode "Now." Aside from Orci, War Within the Cartel is also produced by American Gods actor Orlando Jones, and LA-based studio Legion of Creatives.
Does Deadpool Really Have a Shot at the Oscars?
Ryan Reynolds tweeted a mock "For Your Consideration" Deadpool ad to Academy members last February just days before the Oscars were held. Now, almost a year later and mere days before Oscar nomination voting closes, the merc with a mouth's movie is back in the Academy Awards conversation but in a far more serious way.
Having earned a Producers Guild of America nomination this week as one of the year's best films, Deadpool has a chance at doing what The Dark Knight couldn't and become the first superhero blockbuster to score an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture. But it's a long shot.
American Horror Story Renewed Through Season 9
FX Networks has ordered two additional seasons for American Horror Story, extending the series up through Season
Company CEO John Landgraf shared the news today during the TCA (Television Critics Association) press tour, confirming that "the entire creative team," alongside series co-creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk will be back for the future installments.
"American Horror Story launched the modern limited series revolution and—as evidenced by the most recent installment Roanoke—it remains as vital today as when Murder House stunned audiences six years ago," Landgraf said.
American Horror Story's sixth season debuted last year to impressive numbers for FX, serving as 2016's top cable limited/mini-series among adults 18-49. For our thoughts on Season 6, check out IGN's American Horror Story: Roanoke full season review.
Premiere Dates Set for The Americans, Archer and Feud
FX Networks has announced the premiere dates for Archer, Feud: Bette and Joan and The Americans.
Archer, which is moving to FXX for its eighth season, will premiere on Wednesday, April 5 at 10pm ET/PT.
Feud, the new limited series from Ryan Murphy, premieres on Sunday, March 5 at 10pm ET/PT on FX. Meanwhile, The Americans -- which IGN recently named the Best TV Series of 2016 -- returns to FX for its fifth season on March 7, as the Cold War-set period drama moves to Tuesday nights at 10pm ET/PT.
Arrested Development: Season 5 Could Be Greenlit Soon
A fifth season of Arrested Development may be greenlit very soon, according to executive producer Brian Grazer.
"We are close," Grazer told Deadline at the Television Critics Association press tour, adding that he thinks Season 5 will officially be greenlit "within a couple of weeks at the most."
While working around the busy schedules of the cast has taken time, Grazer believes they've come up with a plan that will work. "I think we found a way to create the compensation structure for all the actors and create a work matrix so they can still make movies and do other things and it will all integrate," he said.
Mars Astronauts Could Go Mad on the Journey
There are plans to one day send humans to Mars, but a combination of factors could seriously risk their mental health on the journey, a new study has found.
According to New Scientist, the study from the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine say isolation, radiation and other dangers could interact with each other and be harmful to astronauts on long term space missions.
“Two of the most critical issues are the radiation exposure beyond low Earth orbit and the psychosocial effects of confinement and isolation,” said Carol Scott-Conner at the University of Iowa, chair of the report's committee.
Comic Book Reviews for January 11, 2017
This was an exciting week for new comics, as DC and BOOM! Studios launched the Justice League/Power Rangers crossover, All-Star Batman began a major new story arc and the battle raged in Inhumans vs. X-Men #2. Scroll down to see what we thought of these and various other new releases, and be sure to let us know your favorite books of the week in the comments below.
Also, join us in welcoming new reviewer Blair Marnell into the fold.
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Netflix Debuts Trailer for New Movie iBoy
Ahead of its debut later this month, Netflix has released the official trailer for iBoy, its new original film starring Bill Milner and Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams.
Check out the trailer below for a sneak peek at the upcoming sci-fi drama from director Adam Randall.
The film centers around a teenage boy named Tom (Milner) who develops supernatural abilities after a run-in with some thugs—who also hurt his friend Lucy (Williams)—results in pieces of his broken smartphone getting lodged into his brain. After recovering from the encounter, Tom sets out on a quest for revenge.
In addition to Milner and Willaims, the film's cast includes Miranda Richardson and Rory Kinnear. iBoy makes its Netflix-exclusive worldwide debut on January 27. In the meantime, here's a look at all the new titles heading to Netflix this month.
Sign Up Now to Beta Test the Next Big PS4 Update
Testers can sign up now and join the next PlayStation 4 system software beta program.
According to a brief update on the official PS Blog, it's "nearly time for another major system software update for PS4". Consequently, Sony is looking for assistance beta-testing new features and improvements before the update goes live.
Volunteers - who must be aged 18 years or older - can sign up from now until the beta kicks off, which is expected to be in early February.
"If you’re part of the program, you’ll receive an email with instructions on downloading the beta version of the next system software," states Sony. "In order to sign up, you’ll need a PS4 with an internet connection, and access to a Master Account. And remember — you can roll back to the previous system software at any time."