The Flight Attendant centers on an alcoholic flight attendant, Cassie Bowen (Kaley Cuoco), whose affair with a first-class passenger turns sour after he’s found dead in Thailand. Following his murder, she finds herself entangled in an elaborate espionage plot as the FBI tries to crack the case.

Casey Bloys, the chief content officer of HBO and HBO Max, released an official statement announcing the show’s renewal and said the network is delighted that The Flight Attendant has resonated so strongly with audiences and critics.

“We congratulate Kaley, Steve, Greg, and Sarah, along with the rest of the incredibly talented cast, executive producers, and our partners at Warner Bros. Television on all the success of the first season. I look forward to seeing where Cassie will go next,” stated Bloys.

Cuoco echoed his statement and said that she’s grateful for the positive response to The Flight Attendant and proud of the entire team behind its success. In addition to Cuoco, the cast of this show also includes Michiel Huisman, Zosia Mamet, T.R. Knight, and Michelle Gomez.

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An American Pickle is heading to the streamer to avoid release delays due to the Coronavirus and its subsequent nationwide theater closures.

The adaptation of the New Yorker series titled Sell Out by Simon Rich will be directed by Brandon Trost from a script by Rich. Trost was the cinematographer on Rogen’s previous features including This Is the End, Neighbors, and The Interview.

“I couldn’t be more thrilled to be partnering with HBO Max to release this film,” Rogen said. “We worked very hard and put as much of ourselves in this story as possible. We’re very proud of the end result and we can’t wait for people to get to see it.”

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Cast member Jennifer Aniston took to social media to announce the challenge, writing, “We’re so excited to join the ALL IN challenge to help keep people fed and healthy during this time,” Aniston posted .”We’re inviting you and five of YOUR friends to join the six of us on Stage 24. Be our personal guests in the audience for the taping of our @HBOMAX reunion, as we reminisce about the show and celebrate all the fun we had … and get the whole Friends VIP experience on the Warner Bros. Studio Tour.”

Bids start at $10!

The hit NBC sitcom starring Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer ended in 2004.

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 The first series, Overlook, is inspired by and feature iconic characters from Stephen King’s The Shining and will explore the untold, terrifying stories of the most famous haunted hotel in American fiction.

Duster, conceived by Abrams, will center on the life of a gutsy getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate that “goes from awful to wildly, stupidly, dangerously awful,” according to HBO Max.

Little is known of the third DC Justice League Dark show.

“What an amazing start to our association with the wildly imaginative Bad Robot team under JJ and Katie,” Kevin Reilly, HBO Max’s Chief Content Officer, said in a statement. “What could be better than an original JJ idea and then Warner Bros. letting them loose on iconic IP from Stephen King and the DC Universe and to provide more must-have programming on HBO Max.”

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According to multiple outlets, Hot Dog will feature three dog groomers facing off against each other with a series of challenges. The series will also feature commentary from celebrity guests, with a judging panel led by Rona. 

“Jess Rona has made a name for herself as dog groomer-to-the stars and it is so fun to be able to bring her incredibly successful online brand and business to life in this way, ” said Jennifer O’Connell, executive vice president of original non-fiction and kids programming for HBO Max. “Expect pure escapism that the whole family can watch together and root for their favorite pooch with the most fabulous and creative trans-fur-mations.”

Rona’s other TV credits include series Drunk History and New Girl.

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Julia will explore the life of Child and her show The French Chef. The one-hour show hails from director and executive producer Charles McDougall. Daniel Goldfarb will serve as the writer and executive producer on the pilot, with Chris Keyser set to executive produce and serve as showrunner.

Set to portray the renowned chef and author is British actress Sarah Lancashire. The cast also includes 

Tom Hollander as Paul Child, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascottas, Bebe Neuwirth as Avis, Julia’s best friend; Isabella Rossellini in the guest star role of Simca, Julia’s co-author, and Jefferson Mays.

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Multiple outlets confirm that Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer have signed on to take part in a taped unscripted reunion special for HBO Max. 

The most famous group of friends will return the original Friends soundstage, Stage 24, on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank. 

“Guess you could call this the one where they all got back together — we are reuniting with David, Jennifer, Courteney, Matt, Lisa, and Matthew for an HBO Max special that will be programmed alongside the entire ‘Friends’ library,” said Kevin Reilly, chief content officer at HBO Max in a statement. “I became aware of Friend’ when it was in the very early stages of development and then had the opportunity to work on the series many years later and have delighted in seeing it catch on with viewers generation after generation. It taps into an era when friends — and audiences — gathered together in real-time and we think this reunion special will capture that spirit, uniting original and new fans.”

Friends ran for 10 seasons from 1994-2004 on NBC.

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Multiple outlets report that HBO Max has greenlighted The Prince an animated series satirizing the British royals. 

The series hails from Family Guy producer Gary Janetti who is also voice starring in the satire. The voice cast also includes Orlando Bloom, Condola Rashad, Lucy Punch, Tom Hollander, Alan Cumming, Frances De La Tour, and Iwan Rheon.

The series is based on Janetti’s Instagram account, which pokes full at the royals. 

“I’m thrilled to be working at HBO Max and bringing them yet another series about a family ruthlessly fighting for the throne,” said Janetti.

“We’re so excited to bring the world Gary’s created on Instagram over to HBO Max, where our viewers can discover what his Instagram fans already know – that George can be hilarious, shocking, and surprisingly sweet,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content for HBO Max. “We can’t wait to see what Gary does with a bigger canvas to paint on than just a 1:1 square.”

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The Orange Is the New Black will star opposite Lupita Nyong’o. 

The series based on the best-selling novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells the story of Ifemelu (Nyong’o), a self-assured young woman raised in Nigeria, who as a teenager falls in love with her classmate Obinze (Zackary Momoh).

“Living in a military-ruled country, they each depart for the west. Ifemelu heads for America, where she finds academic success but is forced to grapple for the first time with what it means to be black,” according to the streamer’s official description. “Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous undocumented life in London. A highly lauded tale that has become a leader in the cultural conversation, Americanah is an incredible exploration of the human experience that crosses three continents to give an empathetic, compelling view of the complex realities of race, politics, immigration, and identity.”

Aduba will play Aunty Uju, Ifemelu’s young aunt and confidant. A highly intelligent doctor, Uju left Nigeria under tumultuous circumstances and has resettled in America to build a better life for herself and her son Dike, per Variety which first reported Aduba’s casting.

HBO Max is set to launch in May 2020.

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The four new comedy special joins two special hosted by Conan O’Brien previously announced by the streamer.

“We are incredibly proud to showcase this expansive range of comedic talent on HBO MAX,” said Suzanna Makkos, executive vice president of original programming, comedy, and animation at HBO Max. “From legends to newcomers, this impressive slate of specials will complement the library of premium stand-up specials that HBO has become known for.”

Legends and newcomers were delighted that HBO Max is adding to its slate of comedy specials. 

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The Flight Attendant centers on an alcoholic flight attendant, Cassie Bowen (Kaley Cuoco), whose affair with a first-class passenger turns sour after he’s found dead in Thailand. Following his murder, she finds herself entangled in an elaborate espionage plot as the FBI tries to crack the case.

Casey Bloys, the chief content officer of HBO and HBO Max, released an official statement announcing the show’s renewal and said the network is delighted that The Flight Attendant has resonated so strongly with audiences and critics.

“We congratulate Kaley, Steve, Greg, and Sarah, along with the rest of the incredibly talented cast, executive producers, and our partners at Warner Bros. Television on all the success of the first season. I look forward to seeing where Cassie will go next,” stated Bloys.

Cuoco echoed his statement and said that she’s grateful for the positive response to The Flight Attendant and proud of the entire team behind its success. In addition to Cuoco, the cast of this show also includes Michiel Huisman, Zosia Mamet, T.R. Knight, and Michelle Gomez.

The post “The Flight Attendant” Season 2 Cleared for Takeoff on HBO Max appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

An American Pickle is heading to the streamer to avoid release delays due to the Coronavirus and its subsequent nationwide theater closures.

The adaptation of the New Yorker series titled Sell Out by Simon Rich will be directed by Brandon Trost from a script by Rich. Trost was the cinematographer on Rogen’s previous features including This Is the End, Neighbors, and The Interview.

“I couldn’t be more thrilled to be partnering with HBO Max to release this film,” Rogen said. “We worked very hard and put as much of ourselves in this story as possible. We’re very proud of the end result and we can’t wait for people to get to see it.”

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Cast member Jennifer Aniston took to social media to announce the challenge, writing, “We’re so excited to join the ALL IN challenge to help keep people fed and healthy during this time,” Aniston posted .”We’re inviting you and five of YOUR friends to join the six of us on Stage 24. Be our personal guests in the audience for the taping of our @HBOMAX reunion, as we reminisce about the show and celebrate all the fun we had … and get the whole Friends VIP experience on the Warner Bros. Studio Tour.”

Bids start at $10!

The hit NBC sitcom starring Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer ended in 2004.

The post “Friends” Reunion: Lucky Fans Will Get to Meet the Cast appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

 The first series, Overlook, is inspired by and feature iconic characters from Stephen King’s The Shining and will explore the untold, terrifying stories of the most famous haunted hotel in American fiction.

Duster, conceived by Abrams, will center on the life of a gutsy getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate that “goes from awful to wildly, stupidly, dangerously awful,” according to HBO Max.

Little is known of the third DC Justice League Dark show.

“What an amazing start to our association with the wildly imaginative Bad Robot team under JJ and Katie,” Kevin Reilly, HBO Max’s Chief Content Officer, said in a statement. “What could be better than an original JJ idea and then Warner Bros. letting them loose on iconic IP from Stephen King and the DC Universe and to provide more must-have programming on HBO Max.”

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According to multiple outlets, Hot Dog will feature three dog groomers facing off against each other with a series of challenges. The series will also feature commentary from celebrity guests, with a judging panel led by Rona. 

“Jess Rona has made a name for herself as dog groomer-to-the stars and it is so fun to be able to bring her incredibly successful online brand and business to life in this way, ” said Jennifer O’Connell, executive vice president of original non-fiction and kids programming for HBO Max. “Expect pure escapism that the whole family can watch together and root for their favorite pooch with the most fabulous and creative trans-fur-mations.”

Rona’s other TV credits include series Drunk History and New Girl.

The post Dog Grooming Competition Coming to HBO Max appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

Julia will explore the life of Child and her show The French Chef. The one-hour show hails from director and executive producer Charles McDougall. Daniel Goldfarb will serve as the writer and executive producer on the pilot, with Chris Keyser set to executive produce and serve as showrunner.

Set to portray the renowned chef and author is British actress Sarah Lancashire. The cast also includes 

Tom Hollander as Paul Child, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascottas, Bebe Neuwirth as Avis, Julia’s best friend; Isabella Rossellini in the guest star role of Simca, Julia’s co-author, and Jefferson Mays.

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Multiple outlets confirm that Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer have signed on to take part in a taped unscripted reunion special for HBO Max. 

The most famous group of friends will return the original Friends soundstage, Stage 24, on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank. 

“Guess you could call this the one where they all got back together — we are reuniting with David, Jennifer, Courteney, Matt, Lisa, and Matthew for an HBO Max special that will be programmed alongside the entire ‘Friends’ library,” said Kevin Reilly, chief content officer at HBO Max in a statement. “I became aware of Friend’ when it was in the very early stages of development and then had the opportunity to work on the series many years later and have delighted in seeing it catch on with viewers generation after generation. It taps into an era when friends — and audiences — gathered together in real-time and we think this reunion special will capture that spirit, uniting original and new fans.”

Friends ran for 10 seasons from 1994-2004 on NBC.

The post “Friends” to Reunite for Exclusive HBO Max Special appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

Multiple outlets report that HBO Max has greenlighted The Prince an animated series satirizing the British royals. 

The series hails from Family Guy producer Gary Janetti who is also voice starring in the satire. The voice cast also includes Orlando Bloom, Condola Rashad, Lucy Punch, Tom Hollander, Alan Cumming, Frances De La Tour, and Iwan Rheon.

The series is based on Janetti’s Instagram account, which pokes full at the royals. 

“I’m thrilled to be working at HBO Max and bringing them yet another series about a family ruthlessly fighting for the throne,” said Janetti.

“We’re so excited to bring the world Gary’s created on Instagram over to HBO Max, where our viewers can discover what his Instagram fans already know – that George can be hilarious, shocking, and surprisingly sweet,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content for HBO Max. “We can’t wait to see what Gary does with a bigger canvas to paint on than just a 1:1 square.”

The post HBO Max Orders Animated British Royal Family Series appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

The Orange Is the New Black will star opposite Lupita Nyong’o. 

The series based on the best-selling novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells the story of Ifemelu (Nyong’o), a self-assured young woman raised in Nigeria, who as a teenager falls in love with her classmate Obinze (Zackary Momoh).

“Living in a military-ruled country, they each depart for the west. Ifemelu heads for America, where she finds academic success but is forced to grapple for the first time with what it means to be black,” according to the streamer’s official description. “Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous undocumented life in London. A highly lauded tale that has become a leader in the cultural conversation, Americanah is an incredible exploration of the human experience that crosses three continents to give an empathetic, compelling view of the complex realities of race, politics, immigration, and identity.”

Aduba will play Aunty Uju, Ifemelu’s young aunt and confidant. A highly intelligent doctor, Uju left Nigeria under tumultuous circumstances and has resettled in America to build a better life for herself and her son Dike, per Variety which first reported Aduba’s casting.

HBO Max is set to launch in May 2020.

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The four new comedy special joins two special hosted by Conan O’Brien previously announced by the streamer.

“We are incredibly proud to showcase this expansive range of comedic talent on HBO MAX,” said Suzanna Makkos, executive vice president of original programming, comedy, and animation at HBO Max. “From legends to newcomers, this impressive slate of specials will complement the library of premium stand-up specials that HBO has become known for.”

Legends and newcomers were delighted that HBO Max is adding to its slate of comedy specials. 

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