Sketchbook Trailer — Disney+‘s Sketchbook (2022) TV mini-series trailer has been released. The Sketchbook trailer stars Eric Goldberg, Samantha Vilfort, Hyun Min Lee, Gabby Capili, Jin Kim, and Mark Henn. Crew Name Leanne Dare, Andrew McAllister, and Jason Sterman directed Sketchbook. Michael Dean Parsons and Scott Michael Smith created the music for the film. [...]
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- 3/22/2022
- by Rollo Tomasi
- Film-Book
Anyone who has ever been enchanted by a Disney animated film at a young age has also probably tried to draw their favorite character from that film, to admittedly mixed results. Disney+’s new documentary series “Sketchbook” aims to instruct viewers on how to draw those classic Disney characters, with the lesson being given by the animators themselves.
The new series, from “Chef’s Table” production company Supper Club and “Into the Unknown: The Making of Frozen 2” producer Amy Astley, in partnership with Walt Disney Animation Studios, centers on various characters from a range of periods in Disney history – newer characters like Mirabel from “Encanto” and Olaf from “Frozen” and more classic characters like the Genie from “Aladdin” and Captain Hook from “Aladdin.” Plus Kuzco from “The Emperor’s New Groove” (a deliciously out-of-left field choice).
Among the animators chosen for the documentary are Disney legends like Eric Goldberg and Mark Henn,...
The new series, from “Chef’s Table” production company Supper Club and “Into the Unknown: The Making of Frozen 2” producer Amy Astley, in partnership with Walt Disney Animation Studios, centers on various characters from a range of periods in Disney history – newer characters like Mirabel from “Encanto” and Olaf from “Frozen” and more classic characters like the Genie from “Aladdin” and Captain Hook from “Aladdin.” Plus Kuzco from “The Emperor’s New Groove” (a deliciously out-of-left field choice).
Among the animators chosen for the documentary are Disney legends like Eric Goldberg and Mark Henn,...
- 3/16/2022
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Since the launch of its streaming service Disney Plus, Disney has been pulling back the curtain to reveal how the magic is actually made on the studio lot. Giving fans unprecedented access into some of the most intimate creative-process moments, the “Gallery” series revealed the elaborate lengths Marvel went to to keep the comic-book effects practical on “WandaVision.” And we’ll never forget witnessing Sterling K. Brown find out, on camera, in “Into the Unknown: Making Frozen II,” that his “Frozen II” song had been cut (a truly anxiety-inducing look at the mound of work that goes into crafting and executing an animated feature).
Next up on the Disney docket, a sneak peek inside Pixar. Variety is debuting the first trailer for “A Spark Story,” a feature-length documentary that takes viewers inside the SparkShorts program — an in-house initiative created to highlight exciting talent among the Pixar ranks and tell new stories.
Next up on the Disney docket, a sneak peek inside Pixar. Variety is debuting the first trailer for “A Spark Story,” a feature-length documentary that takes viewers inside the SparkShorts program — an in-house initiative created to highlight exciting talent among the Pixar ranks and tell new stories.
- 9/20/2021
- by Meredith Woerner
- Variety Film + TV
On Wednesday, Disney+ announced three new film projects from Pixar Animation Studios’ SparkShorts Program, which will debut on the streamer in September.
Two of the films are shorts: Director Aphton Corbin’s Twenty Something, and director Louis Gonzales’ Nona. The third, A Spark Story, is a feature-length documentary from directors Jason Sterman and Leanne Dare.
Created using hand-drawn animation, Twenty Something examines the challenges and insecurities of ‘adulting.’ Some days you’re nailing it, while other days, you’re just a stack of kids hiding in a trench coat, hoping no one notices. The film’s protagonist is Gia, who finds herself in this exact scenario the night of her 21st birthday. Twenty Something is produced by Erik Langley and will debut on Disney+ on September 10.
Nona centers on a grandmother who plans to spend her day off by shutting out the world to watch her favorite TV show, E.
Two of the films are shorts: Director Aphton Corbin’s Twenty Something, and director Louis Gonzales’ Nona. The third, A Spark Story, is a feature-length documentary from directors Jason Sterman and Leanne Dare.
Created using hand-drawn animation, Twenty Something examines the challenges and insecurities of ‘adulting.’ Some days you’re nailing it, while other days, you’re just a stack of kids hiding in a trench coat, hoping no one notices. The film’s protagonist is Gia, who finds herself in this exact scenario the night of her 21st birthday. Twenty Something is produced by Erik Langley and will debut on Disney+ on September 10.
Nona centers on a grandmother who plans to spend her day off by shutting out the world to watch her favorite TV show, E.
- 7/21/2021
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
‘Marvel’s 616’ at Comic-Con: Disney Plus Docuseries Highlights Unsung Women, Wacky Marvel Characters
Usually a massive presence at San Diego Comic-Con, Marvel Entertainment is largely sitting out this year’s virtual iteration of the 50-year-old fan convention, Comic-Con@Home. That is, save for a panel on “Marvel’s 616,” a Disney Plus docuseries that covers the history of Marvel Comics through the lens of a series of individual filmmakers.
Actors Gillian Jacobs (“Community”) and Paul Scheer (“Black Monday”) joined the panel to share their experiences directing episodes for the series, the first time either had made a documentary film. Jacobs and Scheer joined executive producer Sarah Amos (also vice president of development and production for new media at Marvel) and executive producer Jason Sterman (whose production company Supper Club made the series) to talk with moderator Angélique Roché about their differing approaches to their episodes.
Sterman explained that “Marvel’s 616” was designed to feel as tonally and thematically disparate as the vast universe of Marvel Comics,...
Actors Gillian Jacobs (“Community”) and Paul Scheer (“Black Monday”) joined the panel to share their experiences directing episodes for the series, the first time either had made a documentary film. Jacobs and Scheer joined executive producer Sarah Amos (also vice president of development and production for new media at Marvel) and executive producer Jason Sterman (whose production company Supper Club made the series) to talk with moderator Angélique Roché about their differing approaches to their episodes.
Sterman explained that “Marvel’s 616” was designed to feel as tonally and thematically disparate as the vast universe of Marvel Comics,...
- 7/23/2020
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Disney+ has shared two exclusive sneak peek clips from the upcoming new original anthology docuseries, “Marvel’s 616.”
The first clip is from the episode “Higher, Further, Faster” directed by actor/director Gillian Jacobs, which shines a light on the trailblazing women of Marvel Comics and how they found ways to tell stories of representation and inclusion.
The second clip is from the Paul Scheer-directed episode “Lost and Found,” following the actor and comedian’s eye-opening and hilarious journey to discover the “forgotten” characters of Marvel Comics. Individually, each documentary in this series tells a compelling story that brings its filmmaker’s vision to life.
Join Gillian, Paul and executive producers Sarah Amos and Jason Sterman with moderator Angélique Roché (host of Marvel’s Voices and The Women of Marvel Podcasts), tomorrow, Thursday, July 23, 1:00 p.m. Pt for the virtual Comic-Con@Home panel; “A Look Inside ‘Marvel’s 616’”, where...
The first clip is from the episode “Higher, Further, Faster” directed by actor/director Gillian Jacobs, which shines a light on the trailblazing women of Marvel Comics and how they found ways to tell stories of representation and inclusion.
The second clip is from the Paul Scheer-directed episode “Lost and Found,” following the actor and comedian’s eye-opening and hilarious journey to discover the “forgotten” characters of Marvel Comics. Individually, each documentary in this series tells a compelling story that brings its filmmaker’s vision to life.
Join Gillian, Paul and executive producers Sarah Amos and Jason Sterman with moderator Angélique Roché (host of Marvel’s Voices and The Women of Marvel Podcasts), tomorrow, Thursday, July 23, 1:00 p.m. Pt for the virtual Comic-Con@Home panel; “A Look Inside ‘Marvel’s 616’”, where...
- 7/23/2020
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
“Marvel’s 616” explores how Marvel’s rich legacy of stories, characters and creators exist within the world outside your window. Each documentary, helmed by a unique filmmaker, explores the intersections of storytelling, pop culture, and fandom within the Marvel Universe. Films in this anthology series will cover topics including Marvel’s world-spanning artists, the trailblazing women of Marvel Comics, discovering the “forgotten” characters of Marvel, and much more. “Marvel’s 616” is produced by Marvel New Media with Supper Club. The series is executive produced by Joe Quesada, Shane Rahmani, Stephen Wacker, John Cerilli, Harry Go, and Sarah Amos for Marvel; and Jason Sterman, Brian McGinn, and David Gelb for Supper Club. About Disney+Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. From The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-to-Consumer and International segment, Disney+ is available on most internet-connected devices...
- 7/22/2020
- by Stephen Nepa
- Age of the Nerd
Disney+ may have endured Covid-caused delays for developing Marvel Cinematic Universe spinoff series like The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, WandaVision and Hawkeye, but the streamer’s supplementary Marvel content is well on its way, as evidenced by two sneak peek previews of upcoming docuseries Marvel’s 616, which drops in September.
With over 80 years’ worth of Marvel history to cover, Marvel’s 616 focuses on the stories behind the stories, showcasing the comic creators themselves and their inspirations. Moreover, it will serve as a showcase that puts the Marvel Universe—both on page and onscreen—into the wider context regarding its effect on the readers and on popular culture in general.
On that note, do check out the two official sneak peek videos for Marvel’s 616.
The first clip hails from Episode 2, “Higher, Further, Faster,” which, directed by Community actress Gillian Jacobs, focuses on the groundbreaking conception of Marvel’s Muslim...
With over 80 years’ worth of Marvel history to cover, Marvel’s 616 focuses on the stories behind the stories, showcasing the comic creators themselves and their inspirations. Moreover, it will serve as a showcase that puts the Marvel Universe—both on page and onscreen—into the wider context regarding its effect on the readers and on popular culture in general.
On that note, do check out the two official sneak peek videos for Marvel’s 616.
The first clip hails from Episode 2, “Higher, Further, Faster,” which, directed by Community actress Gillian Jacobs, focuses on the groundbreaking conception of Marvel’s Muslim...
- 7/22/2020
- by Joseph Baxter
- Den of Geek
Disney+ released a generous sneak peek at their upcoming anthology docuseries Marvel 616 which is named after the primary reality in the Marvel comic book multi-universe. The series is set to debut later this fall.
With each episode, Marvel 616 dives into the canon of the world of Marvel comics and how it has impacted pop culture and beyond. The first clip is from the episode “Higher, Further, Faster” (which can be watched above) which spotlights trailblazing women of Marvel Comics and how they found ways to tell stories of representation and inclusion. Directed by actor Gillian Jacobs, the clip puts some shine on the origin of Ms. Marvel, the first Muslim superhero to headline a comic book.
The second clip is from “Lost and Found” directed by actor Paul Scheer. The episode follows Marvel characters that were ahead of their time such as Black Panther as well as “forgotten” and offbeat characters like Doctor Druid,...
With each episode, Marvel 616 dives into the canon of the world of Marvel comics and how it has impacted pop culture and beyond. The first clip is from the episode “Higher, Further, Faster” (which can be watched above) which spotlights trailblazing women of Marvel Comics and how they found ways to tell stories of representation and inclusion. Directed by actor Gillian Jacobs, the clip puts some shine on the origin of Ms. Marvel, the first Muslim superhero to headline a comic book.
The second clip is from “Lost and Found” directed by actor Paul Scheer. The episode follows Marvel characters that were ahead of their time such as Black Panther as well as “forgotten” and offbeat characters like Doctor Druid,...
- 7/22/2020
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
Updated with Full Schedule: Fanboys and fangirls may not be traveling en masse to San Diego for Comic-Con this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the confab is set to swing into people’s homes like Spider-Man with its first virtual edition, dubbed Comic-Con@Home. The event will take place July 22-26 and is free.
Organizers began revealing details of the schedule Wednesday. From Disney to Amazon, this year’s lineup will be is stacked with panels, interactive events and activations that you would normally see at the San Diego Convention Center.
Check out the key film and TV panels set for the event so far, and check back as the official schedule is revealed throughout this week (all times Pt).
Television
Thursday, July 23
Trekkverse (CBS All Access), 10 Am
Includes a table read of the Season 2 finale of Star Trek: Discovery followed by a Q&a with the cast...
Organizers began revealing details of the schedule Wednesday. From Disney to Amazon, this year’s lineup will be is stacked with panels, interactive events and activations that you would normally see at the San Diego Convention Center.
Check out the key film and TV panels set for the event so far, and check back as the official schedule is revealed throughout this week (all times Pt).
Television
Thursday, July 23
Trekkverse (CBS All Access), 10 Am
Includes a table read of the Season 2 finale of Star Trek: Discovery followed by a Q&a with the cast...
- 7/12/2020
- by Dino-Ray Ramos and Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
This year’s virtual Comic-Con@Home has announced its schedule for Thursday, July 23. The highlights are below.
The virtual event replaces the annual San Diego Comic-Con, the largest fan convention in North America, which was to be held July 22–26 at the San Diego Convention Center, until the Covid-19 pandemic forced its cancellation.
In June, Comic-Con International — the non-profit organization that oversees Sdcc and its sister event, WonderCon in Anaheim, Calif. — announced it was moving forward with the virtual event on the same dates. This time, however, the event is free and open to all.
Thursday’s events include major panels for a shows from HBO (“His Dark Materials”), Amazon Prime Video (“The Boys”) and CBS All Access (“Star Trek: Picard”).
The Comic-Con@Home schedule — starting with Wednesday, July 22 — is being announced daily through Sunday.
All times are Pacific Daylight.
10–11 a.m.
“Star Trek Universe” Virtual Panel — featuring the casts and...
The virtual event replaces the annual San Diego Comic-Con, the largest fan convention in North America, which was to be held July 22–26 at the San Diego Convention Center, until the Covid-19 pandemic forced its cancellation.
In June, Comic-Con International — the non-profit organization that oversees Sdcc and its sister event, WonderCon in Anaheim, Calif. — announced it was moving forward with the virtual event on the same dates. This time, however, the event is free and open to all.
Thursday’s events include major panels for a shows from HBO (“His Dark Materials”), Amazon Prime Video (“The Boys”) and CBS All Access (“Star Trek: Picard”).
The Comic-Con@Home schedule — starting with Wednesday, July 22 — is being announced daily through Sunday.
All times are Pacific Daylight.
10–11 a.m.
“Star Trek Universe” Virtual Panel — featuring the casts and...
- 7/9/2020
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Gravitas Ventures has obtained the North American rights Machine, a documentary about the rise of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning from I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead filmmaker Justin Krook. Set for an on-demand release on September 8, the James Maclurcan and Luke Mazzaferro-written film travels from Japan, Germany, America, Australia, and the United Nations in Geneva featuring inventors, engineers and thought leaders as they tackle the myriad of ethical dilemmas this radical new technology brings. Michael Hilliard and Luke Mazzaferro produced the pic via Australia-based production company Finch in association with Supper Club. Finch’s Rob Galluzzo, Supper Club’s David Gelb, Jason Sterman, Brian McGinn, and Sean Mckeever and Nick Cleaver served as executive producers. Endeavor Content negotiated the deal with Tony Piantedosi, Vice President of Acquisitions at Gravitas Ventures.
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Luke Wilson, Olivia Culpo, Adelaide Kane, Jon Lovitz, and Glee alum Chord Overstreet star in The Swing of Things,...
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Luke Wilson, Olivia Culpo, Adelaide Kane, Jon Lovitz, and Glee alum Chord Overstreet star in The Swing of Things,...
- 7/6/2020
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney will tout three projects coming to its Disney+ streaming service with virtual panels during next month’s Comic-Con@Home event.
Anthology docuseries Marvel’s 616, scripted original series The Right Stuff and animated movie Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe will all get screen time.
Last week, Comic-Con@Home announced several Disney television panels for properties like The Simpsons and Bob’s Burgers. Hulu is also part of the @Home lineup.
Comic-Con@Home will be held on the same dates as the physical Comic-Con, which was canceled due to Covid-19: July 22 to 26.
In a typical summer, Disney would be looking to use its D23 confab as a primary showcase for Disney+ — last year, ahead of its November launch, D23 was the site of early sign-ups as well as other promotions. Due to the pandemic, this year’s edition was postponed.
Marvel’s 616 explores Marvel’s legacy of stories,...
Anthology docuseries Marvel’s 616, scripted original series The Right Stuff and animated movie Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe will all get screen time.
Last week, Comic-Con@Home announced several Disney television panels for properties like The Simpsons and Bob’s Burgers. Hulu is also part of the @Home lineup.
Comic-Con@Home will be held on the same dates as the physical Comic-Con, which was canceled due to Covid-19: July 22 to 26.
In a typical summer, Disney would be looking to use its D23 confab as a primary showcase for Disney+ — last year, ahead of its November launch, D23 was the site of early sign-ups as well as other promotions. Due to the pandemic, this year’s edition was postponed.
Marvel’s 616 explores Marvel’s legacy of stories,...
- 7/1/2020
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, HBO released the first look at its “Lovecraft Country” adaptation, and ABC revealed its lineup of stars for “The Disney Family Singalong: Volume II,” coming May 10.
Dates
Quibi has detailed all of the bite-sized shows coming to the platform in the month of May. In addition to the previously announced “Reno 911!” revival coming May 4, “Useless Celebrity History” starring Adam Rippon will launch that day as well. Then, sports documentary “Blackballed,” and “Barkitecture,” which is hosted by “The Bachelorette” finalist Tyler Cameron, launch May 11; Dave Franco-starrer “The Now” and floral design show “Centerpiece” will be available starting May 18; and the Nitro Circus-produced “Life-Size Toys” comes to the app on May 25.
First Looks
Netflix has released a trailer for new docuseries “Trial by Media,” which streams May 11. The six-episode show will take a look back on some of the most memorable trials in history — including those of Jenny Jones,...
Dates
Quibi has detailed all of the bite-sized shows coming to the platform in the month of May. In addition to the previously announced “Reno 911!” revival coming May 4, “Useless Celebrity History” starring Adam Rippon will launch that day as well. Then, sports documentary “Blackballed,” and “Barkitecture,” which is hosted by “The Bachelorette” finalist Tyler Cameron, launch May 11; Dave Franco-starrer “The Now” and floral design show “Centerpiece” will be available starting May 18; and the Nitro Circus-produced “Life-Size Toys” comes to the app on May 25.
First Looks
Netflix has released a trailer for new docuseries “Trial by Media,” which streams May 11. The six-episode show will take a look back on some of the most memorable trials in history — including those of Jenny Jones,...
- 5/1/2020
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
The four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are pretty obsessed with food and so, it turns out, is the director of their most recent big screen outing.
Dave Green, who helmed 2016’s “Tmnt: Out of the Shadows,” is teaming up with actor Joe Cobden (“Fargo”) to create a food-based sketch comedy series at Quibi.
The project is called “Toothpix” and hails from “Tim & Eric Awesome Show” producers Abso Lutely and “Chef’s Table” production house Supper Club. Based on the Instagram account of the same name, the show is set entirely in the world of celebrity chefs, restaurants and influencer culture, and aims to celebrate the absurdities of the food world.
“Toothpix” is being produced by Josh Cohen and Dave Kneebone for Abso Lutely, and David Gelb, Brian McGinn, and Jason Sterman for Supper Club.
Green was recently tapped to direct Warner Bros.’ live action-animation hybrid Wile E. Coyote movie, as Variety reported exclusively.
Dave Green, who helmed 2016’s “Tmnt: Out of the Shadows,” is teaming up with actor Joe Cobden (“Fargo”) to create a food-based sketch comedy series at Quibi.
The project is called “Toothpix” and hails from “Tim & Eric Awesome Show” producers Abso Lutely and “Chef’s Table” production house Supper Club. Based on the Instagram account of the same name, the show is set entirely in the world of celebrity chefs, restaurants and influencer culture, and aims to celebrate the absurdities of the food world.
“Toothpix” is being produced by Josh Cohen and Dave Kneebone for Abso Lutely, and David Gelb, Brian McGinn, and Jason Sterman for Supper Club.
Green was recently tapped to direct Warner Bros.’ live action-animation hybrid Wile E. Coyote movie, as Variety reported exclusively.
- 4/16/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
Disney+ is making a significant push into nonfiction territory. Led by its revival of “The Quest” — a fantasy reality-competition show starring teen participants — the company announced a slew of other nonfiction projects at the RealScreen Summit in New Orleans Wednesday.
ABC’s original “The Quest” series aired one season in 2014. In its original format, the show featured a scripted storyline and had contestants interact with actors, but the competitive challenges were unscripted. Like the original series, the Disney+ “Quest” show will be filmed at a castle near Vienna, Australia and mix scripted fantasy elements with unscripted competitions.
The original “Quest” series’ production team is coming back for the Disney+ revival: The upcoming series will be executive produced by Court Five’s Mark Ordesky (“The Lord of the Rings”) and Jane Fleming; Scout Productions’ David Collins, Michael Williams, Rob Eric (“Queer Eye”); and New Media Collective’s Bertram van Munster, Elise Doganieri...
ABC’s original “The Quest” series aired one season in 2014. In its original format, the show featured a scripted storyline and had contestants interact with actors, but the competitive challenges were unscripted. Like the original series, the Disney+ “Quest” show will be filmed at a castle near Vienna, Australia and mix scripted fantasy elements with unscripted competitions.
The original “Quest” series’ production team is coming back for the Disney+ revival: The upcoming series will be executive produced by Court Five’s Mark Ordesky (“The Lord of the Rings”) and Jane Fleming; Scout Productions’ David Collins, Michael Williams, Rob Eric (“Queer Eye”); and New Media Collective’s Bertram van Munster, Elise Doganieri...
- 1/29/2020
- by Tyler Hersko
- Indiewire
Disney+ has ordered four new non-fiction projects to series, including a remake of the fantasy-reality competition show “The Quest” from the executive producers of “The Lord of the Rings,” “Queer Eye” and “The Amazing Race.” The news was announced on Wednesday morning at the Realscreen Summit in New Orleans.
The remake of the reality series, which originally aired in 2014, will return to the man-made fantasy world of Everealm, which will be filmed at a castle outside Vienna, Austria. Teenaged contestants will compete “in an unfolding drama where they encounter mystical beings and magical encounters that rival their favorite books, games and movies,” according to Disney+. They will be immersed in a 360-degree technological world featuring creature design, practical effects and scripted characters who will interact with them throughout the competition.
The streaming service also ordered “The Maze” from the “Amazing Race” executive producers behind “The Quest.” The brainteaser competition series...
The remake of the reality series, which originally aired in 2014, will return to the man-made fantasy world of Everealm, which will be filmed at a castle outside Vienna, Austria. Teenaged contestants will compete “in an unfolding drama where they encounter mystical beings and magical encounters that rival their favorite books, games and movies,” according to Disney+. They will be immersed in a 360-degree technological world featuring creature design, practical effects and scripted characters who will interact with them throughout the competition.
The streaming service also ordered “The Maze” from the “Amazing Race” executive producers behind “The Quest.” The brainteaser competition series...
- 1/29/2020
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
Disney+ is bringing back ABC fantasy competition reality series The Quest with the exec producers of Queer Eye, The Amazing Race and The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.
The series is one of a number of projects unveiled by the streaming service at the Realscreen conference in New Orleans.
The Quest, which ran for one season on ABC in 2014, will now feature teen contestants and will feature more interactive elements. The series, which will once again be film at a castle outside of Vienna, Austria, is set in the fantasy world of Everealm. The contestants will encounter mystical beings and magical encounters and will be embedded in an immersive, 360-degree world complete with seamless technology, creature design, practical effects and scripted characters who interact dynamically with them as they take on a number of fantasy-themed challenges.
The series is executive produced by Court Five’s Mark Ordesky (The Lord of the Rings...
The series is one of a number of projects unveiled by the streaming service at the Realscreen conference in New Orleans.
The Quest, which ran for one season on ABC in 2014, will now feature teen contestants and will feature more interactive elements. The series, which will once again be film at a castle outside of Vienna, Austria, is set in the fantasy world of Everealm. The contestants will encounter mystical beings and magical encounters and will be embedded in an immersive, 360-degree world complete with seamless technology, creature design, practical effects and scripted characters who interact dynamically with them as they take on a number of fantasy-themed challenges.
The series is executive produced by Court Five’s Mark Ordesky (The Lord of the Rings...
- 1/29/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Plus is reviving “The Quest,” a critically acclaimed but short-lived fantasy reality series that aired on ABC in summer 2014. Casting is under way for a new version of the series, which will now focus on teenage contestants.
“The Amazing Race” executive producers Bertram van Munster and Elise Doganieri are back as executive producers of “The Quest,” and they’re also behind “The Maze,” a competition series in which teams must solve puzzles and figure out clues through European cities, much like a real-life escape room.
Both shows have been ordered as part of a new slate of unscripted series on Disney Plus, which also includes the six-part “Meet the Chimps” docuseries (produced via National Geographic) and an untitled show centered on Pixar’s SparkShorts program.
The four projects were announced Wednesday at the Realscreen Summit in New Orleans. “These projects take people on epic adventures, immerse them in fantastical...
“The Amazing Race” executive producers Bertram van Munster and Elise Doganieri are back as executive producers of “The Quest,” and they’re also behind “The Maze,” a competition series in which teams must solve puzzles and figure out clues through European cities, much like a real-life escape room.
Both shows have been ordered as part of a new slate of unscripted series on Disney Plus, which also includes the six-part “Meet the Chimps” docuseries (produced via National Geographic) and an untitled show centered on Pixar’s SparkShorts program.
The four projects were announced Wednesday at the Realscreen Summit in New Orleans. “These projects take people on epic adventures, immerse them in fantastical...
- 1/29/2020
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
David Gelb, known for his foodie documentary fare such as Chef’s Table and Jiro Dreams of Sushi, is cooking up some fresh thrills and chills.
Fox Searchlight has picked up Consume, a pitch based on an original idea by Gelb alongside Jason Sterman and Brian McGinn, his fellow filmmakers at their banner, Supper Club.
Gelb will direct the project, which will be written by Cat Vasko, who previously wrote adaptations of Boom! Studios’ Lumberjanes and Dean Jensen's novel Queen of the Air.
21 Laps’ Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen, who are behind Stranger Things and the upcoming Free Guy, will produce the ...
Fox Searchlight has picked up Consume, a pitch based on an original idea by Gelb alongside Jason Sterman and Brian McGinn, his fellow filmmakers at their banner, Supper Club.
Gelb will direct the project, which will be written by Cat Vasko, who previously wrote adaptations of Boom! Studios’ Lumberjanes and Dean Jensen's novel Queen of the Air.
21 Laps’ Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen, who are behind Stranger Things and the upcoming Free Guy, will produce the ...
- 11/4/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
David Gelb, known for his foodie documentary fare such as Chef’s Table and Jiro Dreams of Sushi, is cooking up some fresh thrills and chills.
Fox Searchlight has picked up Consume, a pitch based on an original idea by Gelb alongside Jason Sterman and Brian McGinn, his fellow filmmakers at their banner, Supper Club.
Gelb will direct the project, which will be written by Cat Vasko, who previously wrote adaptations of Boom! Studios’ Lumberjanes and Dean Jensen's novel Queen of the Air.
21 Laps’ Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen, who are behind Stranger Things and the upcoming Free Guy, will produce the ...
Fox Searchlight has picked up Consume, a pitch based on an original idea by Gelb alongside Jason Sterman and Brian McGinn, his fellow filmmakers at their banner, Supper Club.
Gelb will direct the project, which will be written by Cat Vasko, who previously wrote adaptations of Boom! Studios’ Lumberjanes and Dean Jensen's novel Queen of the Air.
21 Laps’ Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen, who are behind Stranger Things and the upcoming Free Guy, will produce the ...
- 11/4/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Disney+ on Friday revealed some of the new content it is adding to its nonfiction slate on or after the streaming service’s November 12 launch, including newly announced documentaries about Mickey Mouse from Morgan Neville and Marwencol‘s Jeff Malmberg, and about Wolfgang Puck, from Jiro Dreams of Sushi director David Gelb.
The streamer, which showcased its expanding slate at an event Friday at NeueHouse Hollywood sponsored by the International Documentary Association, also said it is reviving Disney’s short-form film series People & Places, which originally aired in the 1950s and ’60s.
Disney+ also acquired rights to be the exclusive streaming home of sibling Nat Geo’s Emmy-winning docu feature Science Fair and the Don Hahn-directed Howard about Disney songwriter Howard Ashman, which bowed at Tribeca in 2018.
In addition, Disney said that Gillian Jacobs, Paul Scheer, Andrew Rossi and Gelb will helm episodes of Marvel’s 616, the superhero factory...
The streamer, which showcased its expanding slate at an event Friday at NeueHouse Hollywood sponsored by the International Documentary Association, also said it is reviving Disney’s short-form film series People & Places, which originally aired in the 1950s and ’60s.
Disney+ also acquired rights to be the exclusive streaming home of sibling Nat Geo’s Emmy-winning docu feature Science Fair and the Don Hahn-directed Howard about Disney songwriter Howard Ashman, which bowed at Tribeca in 2018.
In addition, Disney said that Gillian Jacobs, Paul Scheer, Andrew Rossi and Gelb will helm episodes of Marvel’s 616, the superhero factory...
- 10/18/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney has unveiled a slate of original documentary series titles for Disney+, their upcoming streaming service, and the lineup looks promising. Disney has teamed with Supper Club members David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman, producers of Netflix’s Chef’s Table, who will produce two of the 10 shows. Other shows will focus on travel, lifestyle, movies, and […]
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- 4/10/2019
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
Disney+ has signed Supper Club, producers of Netflix’s docuseries “Chef’s Table,” to an exclusive multi-year production deal, which is the first nonfiction pact for the upcoming streaming service.
Supper Club, led by David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman, will create franchise-based and original-concept nonfiction programming for the streaming service as well as other platforms and networks within The Walt Disney Company. The company already has 2 projects in development for Disney+.
Disney+, the company’s upcoming Netflix competitor, will be centered around five brands: Disney, Marvel, LucasFilm, Pixar and National Geographic. Disney+ will be formally unveiled Thursday during an investor event and will launch towards the end of this year.
Also Read: Billy Crystal and John Goodman to Reprise 'Monsters, Inc' Roles in Disney+ Series
“We are thrilled Jason, David and Brian will bring their distinct perspectives and genuine narrative vision exclusively to Disney,” said Agnes Chu, senior vice president,...
Supper Club, led by David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman, will create franchise-based and original-concept nonfiction programming for the streaming service as well as other platforms and networks within The Walt Disney Company. The company already has 2 projects in development for Disney+.
Disney+, the company’s upcoming Netflix competitor, will be centered around five brands: Disney, Marvel, LucasFilm, Pixar and National Geographic. Disney+ will be formally unveiled Thursday during an investor event and will launch towards the end of this year.
Also Read: Billy Crystal and John Goodman to Reprise 'Monsters, Inc' Roles in Disney+ Series
“We are thrilled Jason, David and Brian will bring their distinct perspectives and genuine narrative vision exclusively to Disney,” said Agnes Chu, senior vice president,...
- 4/10/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
As its burgeoning fiction slate continues to shuffle and take shape, Disney+ has announced its slate of nonfiction content, which will include the return of the Kristen Bell musical recreation show “Encore!,” as well as a project from Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ Milojo Productions.
The streaming platform has also inked a two-year deal with documentary specialists Supper Club, Variety has learned.
Under the pact, the trio of Brian McGinn, David Gelb and Jason Sterman (pictured above left to right), who are behind award-winning docs including “Chef’s Table,” “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” and “13th,” will create both franchise-based and original-concept nonfiction programming for the streaming service, as well as other platforms and networks under the Disney umbrella.
“We are thrilled Jason, David and Brian will bring their distinct perspectives and genuine narrative vision exclusively to Disney,” said Agnes Chu, Svp of Content at Disney+. “As some of the world’s greatest nonfiction storytellers,...
The streaming platform has also inked a two-year deal with documentary specialists Supper Club, Variety has learned.
Under the pact, the trio of Brian McGinn, David Gelb and Jason Sterman (pictured above left to right), who are behind award-winning docs including “Chef’s Table,” “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” and “13th,” will create both franchise-based and original-concept nonfiction programming for the streaming service, as well as other platforms and networks under the Disney umbrella.
“We are thrilled Jason, David and Brian will bring their distinct perspectives and genuine narrative vision exclusively to Disney,” said Agnes Chu, Svp of Content at Disney+. “As some of the world’s greatest nonfiction storytellers,...
- 4/10/2019
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
Disney+ has launched its first non-fiction programming slate as well as an overall deal with Supper Club, the producers of Netflix’s Chef’s Table and Ava DuVernay’s 13th.
The streaming service has unveiled ten projects including two from David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman’s company, which was also behind Amanda Knox, Five Came Back and Jiro Dreams of Sushi. The news was unveiled as part of Disney’s investor day.
The trio are producing culture-focused Marvel’s 616 (w/t), created in collaboration with Marvel New Media, and wildlife conservation-themed Earthkeepers (w/t).
Marvel’s 616 is an anthological documentary series that explores the Marvel legacy and its intersection with the world. Told through the lens of a diverse group of filmmakers, each documentary will dive into rich historical, cultural and societal context that has become inseparable from stories of the Marvel Universe. It will be executive produced by Joe Quesada,...
The streaming service has unveiled ten projects including two from David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman’s company, which was also behind Amanda Knox, Five Came Back and Jiro Dreams of Sushi. The news was unveiled as part of Disney’s investor day.
The trio are producing culture-focused Marvel’s 616 (w/t), created in collaboration with Marvel New Media, and wildlife conservation-themed Earthkeepers (w/t).
Marvel’s 616 is an anthological documentary series that explores the Marvel legacy and its intersection with the world. Told through the lens of a diverse group of filmmakers, each documentary will dive into rich historical, cultural and societal context that has become inseparable from stories of the Marvel Universe. It will be executive produced by Joe Quesada,...
- 4/10/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
A day before Disney shares its plans to investors for its streaming service, Disney+ on Wednesday unveiled a robust slate of 10 unscripted series for the forthcoming direct-to-consumer platform, including a pair of Marvel shows.
What's more, Disney+ has also announced its first overall deal — with Supper Club, the team comprised of David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman and which produced the Netflix breakout Chef's Table.
The Supper Club trio will produce two of the 10 food, travel and lifestyle shows for Disney+: Marvel's 616, an anthological docuseries set at the intersection of the comic ...
What's more, Disney+ has also announced its first overall deal — with Supper Club, the team comprised of David Gelb, Brian McGinn and Jason Sterman and which produced the Netflix breakout Chef's Table.
The Supper Club trio will produce two of the 10 food, travel and lifestyle shows for Disney+: Marvel's 616, an anthological docuseries set at the intersection of the comic ...
- 4/10/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Netflix has released the trailer for a fascinating new three part documentary called Five Came Back. It focuses on how World War II changed Hollywood and features directors like Steven Spielberg and Guillermo del Toro diving into this subject matter.
Netflix put out an extensive press release with tons of details on what the doc will entail and I'm completely captivated by the film's subject matter. I love the history of film and the history of WWII and seeing a doc focusing on how these two things affected each other is film geek candy! Here are the additional details:
The movie is an adaptation of the book Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War written by Mark Harris. It's tells "the extraordinary story of how Hollywood changed World War II – and how World War II changed Hollywood, through the interwoven experiences of five filmmakers...
Netflix put out an extensive press release with tons of details on what the doc will entail and I'm completely captivated by the film's subject matter. I love the history of film and the history of WWII and seeing a doc focusing on how these two things affected each other is film geek candy! Here are the additional details:
The movie is an adaptation of the book Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War written by Mark Harris. It's tells "the extraordinary story of how Hollywood changed World War II – and how World War II changed Hollywood, through the interwoven experiences of five filmmakers...
- 2/28/2017
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
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