Prime Video announced that it officially ordered a sophomore season of the global hit series Gen V, which comes from the world of The Boys. Gen V, from Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television, began its eight-episode freshman season on Friday, September 29, and will conclude with an epic season finale on Friday, November 3. The series streams exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
“Expanding the universe of The Boys with a series as bold as Gen V has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony. From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew Gen V would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped Gen V become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries,” said Vernon Sanders,...
“Expanding the universe of The Boys with a series as bold as Gen V has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony. From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew Gen V would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped Gen V become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries,” said Vernon Sanders,...
- 10/19/2023
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
I hope you’re up for accruing more student debt because The Boys spinoff Gen V is getting a second season at Amazon. The renewal arrives ahead of the Season 1 finale, scheduled to air on November 3 on Prime Video. While the Season 2 renewal is unsurprising, it’s welcomed news in the face of the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike and a general air of uncertainty circulating throughout the film and television arenas.
“Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios. “From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No.
“Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios. “From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No.
- 10/19/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
“Gen V,” the college-set spin-off of Amazon’s hit superhero series “The Boys,” will return for a second season at Prime Video.
The drama series premiered on Sept. 29 and is set to wrap up its first installment on Nov. 3.
“Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony. From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television, Amazon MGM Studios. “‘Gen V’ is Prime Video’s most acquisitive new original series of 2023, and we’re excited that our incredible cast and crew are...
The drama series premiered on Sept. 29 and is set to wrap up its first installment on Nov. 3.
“Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony. From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television, Amazon MGM Studios. “‘Gen V’ is Prime Video’s most acquisitive new original series of 2023, and we’re excited that our incredible cast and crew are...
- 10/19/2023
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas
- The Wrap
There’s another school year ahead for the students at Godolkin University.
Amazon has renewed Gen V, its college-set spinoff of The Boys, for a second season. The news comes about midway through Season 1 as audiences gear up for the November 3 finale. Episode 6, titled “Jumanji,” is set to release on the streamer Friday.
Amazon has yet to release any data about the series’ performance so far. It hasn’t quite been a month since the first three episodes premiered on September 29, meaning that the series wouldn’t have appeared yet on the Nielsen streaming charts. It’s possible that more data will be available in the coming weeks, if the series cracks the streaming Top 10.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes, run by Vought International, Gen V explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test,...
Amazon has renewed Gen V, its college-set spinoff of The Boys, for a second season. The news comes about midway through Season 1 as audiences gear up for the November 3 finale. Episode 6, titled “Jumanji,” is set to release on the streamer Friday.
Amazon has yet to release any data about the series’ performance so far. It hasn’t quite been a month since the first three episodes premiered on September 29, meaning that the series wouldn’t have appeared yet on the Nielsen streaming charts. It’s possible that more data will be available in the coming weeks, if the series cracks the streaming Top 10.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes, run by Vought International, Gen V explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test,...
- 10/19/2023
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Welcome, new students of Godolkin University! The spin-off of Prime Video’s breakout hit, the superhero satire The Boys, will be premiering in a few days. Gen V takes fans into the new generation of supers as they learn the lessons they need to be tried and true superheroes. Amazon has now released an orientation video for God U, the college that will be the setting for the show. The video features the stars of the show mugging it up for the camera as they parody the cheesy acting in the usual presentation for videos of this nature.
The official synopsis for Gen V from Amazon reads,
“Set in the diabolical world of The Boys, Gen V expands the universe to Godolkin University, the prestigious superhero-only college where students train to be the next generation of heroes – preferably with lucrative endorsements. You know what happens when supes go bad, but...
The official synopsis for Gen V from Amazon reads,
“Set in the diabolical world of The Boys, Gen V expands the universe to Godolkin University, the prestigious superhero-only college where students train to be the next generation of heroes – preferably with lucrative endorsements. You know what happens when supes go bad, but...
- 9/18/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Prime Video released the official trailer for the highly anticipated Amazon Original series Gen V, which comes from the world of The Boys. Set in the diabolical world of The Boys, Gen V expands the universe to Godolkin University, the prestigious superhero-only college where students train to be the next generation of heroes – preferably with lucrative endorsements. You know what happens when supes go bad, but not all superheroes start out corrupt.
Beyond the typical college chaos of finding oneself and partying, these kids are facing explosive situations … literally. As the students vie for popularity and good grades, it’s clear that the stakes are much higher when super powers are involved. When the group of young supes discover that something bigger and sinister is going on at school, they’re put to the test: Will they be the heroes or the villains of their stories?
The series cast includes Jaz Sinclair,...
Beyond the typical college chaos of finding oneself and partying, these kids are facing explosive situations … literally. As the students vie for popularity and good grades, it’s clear that the stakes are much higher when super powers are involved. When the group of young supes discover that something bigger and sinister is going on at school, they’re put to the test: Will they be the heroes or the villains of their stories?
The series cast includes Jaz Sinclair,...
- 9/7/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
School is in session for a new generation of superpowered individuals in Prime Video’s official Gen V Redband trailer. After the monumental success of Prime Video’s The Boys, a new crop of potential heroes and villains rule the halls of a university designed to shape the alpha and omegas of tomorrow. Still, something isn’t quite right in the Godolkin University halls, and the mystery is claiming lives as it unfolds. Competition to be the best in class is fierce, and only some survive the experience. The halls run red with the blood of lesser classmen, and the race to become a member of the Seven, the world’s premiere superhero team, is as deadly as they come.
The series will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, with three episodes on Friday, September 29, followed by weekly episodes leading up to the epic season finale on Friday,...
The series will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, with three episodes on Friday, September 29, followed by weekly episodes leading up to the epic season finale on Friday,...
- 9/6/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
A new generation of supes is on the rise in the first trailer for “Gen V,” Prime Video’s upcoming spin-off of their subversive hit superhero show “The Boys.”
The series from Amazon’s streamer sets to expand “The Boys'” world of hyper-capitalist superheroes and corrupted mega-corporations by introducing the students of Godolkin University. The superhero-only college, complete with a bronzed Homelander statue, is where the young upstarts train to become the next generation of celebrated (and lucrative) heroes like the Seven.
Per the series’ press release, “You know what happens when supes go bad, but not all superheroes start out corrupt. Beyond the typical college chaos of finding oneself and partying, these kids are facing explosive situations… literally. As the students vie for popularity and good grades, it’s clear that the stakes are much higher when super powers are involved. When the group of young supes discover that...
The series from Amazon’s streamer sets to expand “The Boys'” world of hyper-capitalist superheroes and corrupted mega-corporations by introducing the students of Godolkin University. The superhero-only college, complete with a bronzed Homelander statue, is where the young upstarts train to become the next generation of celebrated (and lucrative) heroes like the Seven.
Per the series’ press release, “You know what happens when supes go bad, but not all superheroes start out corrupt. Beyond the typical college chaos of finding oneself and partying, these kids are facing explosive situations… literally. As the students vie for popularity and good grades, it’s clear that the stakes are much higher when super powers are involved. When the group of young supes discover that...
- 9/6/2023
- by Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
Prime Video released the official teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Amazon Original series Gen V. The series will debut with three episodes on Friday, September 29, followed by weekly episodes, leading up to the epic season finale on Friday, November 3.
The official teaser gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International). From the world of The Boys comes Gen V, which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light,...
The official teaser gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International). From the world of The Boys comes Gen V, which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
School is in session for a new generation of superpowered individuals in Prime Video’s Gen V trailer. After the monumental success of Prime Video‘s The Boys, a new crop of potential heroes and villains rule the halls of a university designed to shape the alpha and omegas of tomorrow. Like any college setting, the Godolkin University campus houses students with big dreams, each capable of taking over the world if they apply themselves. Competition to be the best in class is fierce, and only some survive the experience. The halls run red with the blood of lesser classmen, and the race to become a member of the Seven, the world’s premiere superhero team, is as deadly as they come.
“From the world of The Boys comes Gen V, which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them,...
“From the world of The Boys comes Gen V, which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them,...
- 7/24/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Changing the setting to a college campus was always going to be hit or miss for The Boys franchise.
Prime Video dropped the teaser trailer for the Gen V on Monday morning, and my first impression is that the series has managed to nail the tone from its predecessor.
The Boys has been one of the biggest success stories to hit TV screens for the streaming service since its launch in 2019, so there are high expectations for the latest chapter in the franchise.
Set at America's only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (run by Vought International), Gen V explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school's top ranking.
"Gen V explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given,...
Prime Video dropped the teaser trailer for the Gen V on Monday morning, and my first impression is that the series has managed to nail the tone from its predecessor.
The Boys has been one of the biggest success stories to hit TV screens for the streaming service since its launch in 2019, so there are high expectations for the latest chapter in the franchise.
Set at America's only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (run by Vought International), Gen V explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school's top ranking.
"Gen V explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given,...
- 7/24/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“Gen V” Teaser Trailer – “The Boys” Spinoff Series Promises All the Bloody Mayhem of the Main Series
A different type of school is set to begin session this Fall when Prime Video unleashes “Gen V,” a brand new spinoff series set in the world of Prime’s hit series “The Boys.“
Amazon’s official description for the upcoming spinoff series previews, “It’s part college show, part Hunger Games–with all the heart, satire, and raunch of The Boys.”
“Gen V” will debut its first three episodes on Friday, September 29, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly on Fridays. The season finale will land on the streamer November 3.
The official teaser trailer for “Gen V” gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International).
From the world of “The Boys” comes “Gen V,” which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
Amazon’s official description for the upcoming spinoff series previews, “It’s part college show, part Hunger Games–with all the heart, satire, and raunch of The Boys.”
“Gen V” will debut its first three episodes on Friday, September 29, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly on Fridays. The season finale will land on the streamer November 3.
The official teaser trailer for “Gen V” gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International).
From the world of “The Boys” comes “Gen V,” which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
- 7/24/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Prime Video released the first teaser for “Gen V,” set to premiere exclusively on the streamer with its first three episodes on Sept. 29, followed by weekly episodes through its season finale on Nov. 3.
“The Boys” spin-off series explores the training of the first generation of superheroes who are aware they received their powers by getting injected with Compound V, the substance at the center of much of the flagship show’s tension. The heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must come to grips with what type of heroes they are going to become.
The teaser gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International).
The cast of “Gen V” includes Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo,...
“The Boys” spin-off series explores the training of the first generation of superheroes who are aware they received their powers by getting injected with Compound V, the substance at the center of much of the flagship show’s tension. The heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must come to grips with what type of heroes they are going to become.
The teaser gives audiences a peek into life at Godolkin University, America’s only college exclusively for young-adult superheroes (run by Vought International).
The cast of “Gen V” includes Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo,...
- 7/24/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Los Angeles, July 21 (Ians) The heavily popular and acclaimed web-series ‘The Boys’ will now be getting its spin-off in the show ‘Gen V’ which just released its teaser.
Putting the bloody and twisted heroism of Homelander aside, ‘Gen V’ will explore the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, whose power is artificial rather than God-given.
As they put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, the lead characters will learn that with ambition comes sacrifice, with power comes responsibility, with duty comes emotional conflicts, making them see that the there is a very thin line between right and wrong, and that nothing is black and white as they explore the many shades of grey.
Much like the training for any competitive exam, these young aspiring new bloods will be competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking as they uncover the university...
Putting the bloody and twisted heroism of Homelander aside, ‘Gen V’ will explore the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, whose power is artificial rather than God-given.
As they put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, the lead characters will learn that with ambition comes sacrifice, with power comes responsibility, with duty comes emotional conflicts, making them see that the there is a very thin line between right and wrong, and that nothing is black and white as they explore the many shades of grey.
Much like the training for any competitive exam, these young aspiring new bloods will be competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking as they uncover the university...
- 7/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
From the world of ‘The Boys’ comes ‘Gen V’, which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given. These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking.
They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must come to grips with what type of heroes they are going to become.
The series cast includes Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo, Lizze Broadway, Shelley Conn, Maddie Phillips, London Thor, Derek Luh, Asa Germann, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sean Patrick Thomas, and Marco Pigossi. Gen V also features guest stars Clancy Brown and Jason Ritter, as well as appearances from Jessie T Usher,...
They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must come to grips with what type of heroes they are going to become.
The series cast includes Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo, Lizze Broadway, Shelley Conn, Maddie Phillips, London Thor, Derek Luh, Asa Germann, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sean Patrick Thomas, and Marco Pigossi. Gen V also features guest stars Clancy Brown and Jason Ritter, as well as appearances from Jessie T Usher,...
- 7/21/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Amazon Prime Video has finally set the premiere date for “The Boys” spinoff series “Gen V.”
Also from creator Eric Kripke, the new show, which takes place at a superhero college, will launch with its first three episodes on Sept. 29. New episodes will rollout weekly until the Season 1 finale on Nov. 3.
Per Amazon’s description for “Gen V”: “From the world of ‘The Boys’ comes ‘Gen V,’ which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given. These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light,...
Also from creator Eric Kripke, the new show, which takes place at a superhero college, will launch with its first three episodes on Sept. 29. New episodes will rollout weekly until the Season 1 finale on Nov. 3.
Per Amazon’s description for “Gen V”: “From the world of ‘The Boys’ comes ‘Gen V,’ which explores the training of the first generation of superheroes to know about Compound V, and that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given. These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light,...
- 7/20/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
“The Boys” spin-off series “Gen V” has locked down a September release date at Prime Video, the streamer announced Thursday.
The series will drop its first three episodes on Friday, Sept. 29, on Prime Video, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly on Fridays. The season finale will land on the streamer Nov. 3.
Extending from the world of “The Boys,” “Gen V” centers on the first generation of superheroes who know the secrets of Compound V and understand that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
The official logline is as follows: “These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must...
The series will drop its first three episodes on Friday, Sept. 29, on Prime Video, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly on Fridays. The season finale will land on the streamer Nov. 3.
Extending from the world of “The Boys,” “Gen V” centers on the first generation of superheroes who know the secrets of Compound V and understand that their powers were injected into them, rather than God-given.
The official logline is as follows: “These young, competitive heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s highly coveted top ranking. They quickly come to learn that ambition comes with sacrifice, and the difference between right and wrong is not as clear as they once believed. When the university’s dark secrets come to light, the students must...
- 7/20/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Scott Stoops has been elevated to Partner at management and production co. Good Fear Content, Partners Chris Bender and Jake Weiner announced on Tuesday.
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A manager at Good Fear since its 2015 founding, Stoops’ roster includes numerous prominent writers and directors across film and TV, a number of which have reached EP or Co-ep level. Among his most notable clients is Megan McDonnell, who was the first writer in on Captain Marvel sequel The Marvels, after serving as a staff writer on the Emmy-winning WandaVision and its forthcoming spin-off Agatha: Coven of Chaos, as well as Apple’s Dark Matter. Others include Rayna McClendon,...
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A manager at Good Fear since its 2015 founding, Stoops’ roster includes numerous prominent writers and directors across film and TV, a number of which have reached EP or Co-ep level. Among his most notable clients is Megan McDonnell, who was the first writer in on Captain Marvel sequel The Marvels, after serving as a staff writer on the Emmy-winning WandaVision and its forthcoming spin-off Agatha: Coven of Chaos, as well as Apple’s Dark Matter. Others include Rayna McClendon,...
- 3/21/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Aisha Porter-Christie has signed with CAA for representation.
Porter-Christie is a writer and director who is currently a consulting producer on Marvel and Disney+’s upcoming series Daredevil: Born Again.
Previously, she was a co-executive producer on The Boys spinoff Gen V and a supervising producer on Greg Berlanti and Julie Plec’s The Girls on the Bus.
Porter-Christie is currently writing Clifton for Peacock, a pitch she sold based on the book Running Out of Time, with My So-Called Company producing.
In features, she did a rewrite of On the 1-5 for Warner Bros., with 21 Laps producing, as well as the horror feature Bagman for Temple Hill and Lionsgate.
Porter-Christie spent her childhood in rural Jamaica, and her award-winning short films have screened at festivals worldwide including the Pan African Film Festival, Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, the Bahamas International Film Festival, the Vancouver Asian Film Festival...
Porter-Christie is a writer and director who is currently a consulting producer on Marvel and Disney+’s upcoming series Daredevil: Born Again.
Previously, she was a co-executive producer on The Boys spinoff Gen V and a supervising producer on Greg Berlanti and Julie Plec’s The Girls on the Bus.
Porter-Christie is currently writing Clifton for Peacock, a pitch she sold based on the book Running Out of Time, with My So-Called Company producing.
In features, she did a rewrite of On the 1-5 for Warner Bros., with 21 Laps producing, as well as the horror feature Bagman for Temple Hill and Lionsgate.
Porter-Christie spent her childhood in rural Jamaica, and her award-winning short films have screened at festivals worldwide including the Pan African Film Festival, Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, the Bahamas International Film Festival, the Vancouver Asian Film Festival...
- 1/10/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Julie Plec is ramping up her development slate and has put a slew of projects into the pipeline including an adaptation of YA novel Running Out of Time at Peacock.
It comes after a number of shows from The Vampire Diaries co-creator were axed earlier this spring including Legacies, Roswell, New Mexico and The Endgame.
Plec and her production banner My So-Called Company signed a mega-multi-year overall deal with Universal Television in 2020. She said that when she signed that deal she told the studio that she believes in “earning my keep” and added that “this slate reflects that promise”.
The first project set is Clifton, based on Margaret Peterson Haddix’s Running Out of Time. The series, which is in the works at NBCU streamer Peacock, follows 17-year-old Jazzie Smith, who was born and raised in the idyllic, island village of Clifton – a sanctuary for runaway slaves and others who...
It comes after a number of shows from The Vampire Diaries co-creator were axed earlier this spring including Legacies, Roswell, New Mexico and The Endgame.
Plec and her production banner My So-Called Company signed a mega-multi-year overall deal with Universal Television in 2020. She said that when she signed that deal she told the studio that she believes in “earning my keep” and added that “this slate reflects that promise”.
The first project set is Clifton, based on Margaret Peterson Haddix’s Running Out of Time. The series, which is in the works at NBCU streamer Peacock, follows 17-year-old Jazzie Smith, who was born and raised in the idyllic, island village of Clifton – a sanctuary for runaway slaves and others who...
- 7/13/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Under her overall deal at Universal Television via her My So-Called Company Banner, Julie Plec has set a new development slate at the studio beginning with “Clifton,” based on Margaret Peterson Haddix’s young adult novel “Running Out of Time.”
“Clifton,” which is now in development at Peacock, will be adapted by Aisha Porter-Christie. The series follows 17-year-old Jazzie Smith, who was born and raised in the idyllic, island village of Clifton, a sanctuary for runaway slaves and others who fled the United States at the height of the Civil War. When a mysterious stranger from the mainland washes up on shore, Jazzie learns a truth about the island’s origins that shatters everything she thought she knew to be true. Plec executive produces alongside My So-Called Company president Emily Cummins as well as Kevin Misher through Misher Films. Misher Films executive Andy Berman will serve as a producer.
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“Clifton,” which is now in development at Peacock, will be adapted by Aisha Porter-Christie. The series follows 17-year-old Jazzie Smith, who was born and raised in the idyllic, island village of Clifton, a sanctuary for runaway slaves and others who fled the United States at the height of the Civil War. When a mysterious stranger from the mainland washes up on shore, Jazzie learns a truth about the island’s origins that shatters everything she thought she knew to be true. Plec executive produces alongside My So-Called Company president Emily Cummins as well as Kevin Misher through Misher Films. Misher Films executive Andy Berman will serve as a producer.
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- 7/13/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
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Julie Plec, in the wake of the surprising Legacies cancellation, is putting her energy into a sprawling development slate for Universal Television.
The prolific showrunner, who already has Vampire Academy due in September on Peacock, has unveiled five new scripted shows in development at the studio where her My So-Called Company has been based since mid-2020.
The five shows are: Clifton, based on the book Running Out of Time and set up at Peacock; medical drama Douglass Medical; thriller Freeman; romantic dramedy about a transgender teen Stay Gold; and This Savage Song, the horror fantasy that is based on the novel of the same name. (More info on all can be found below.)
Plec also has five more shows in the works, details of which were not immediately available.
“When I first met with Universal Television to discuss an overall deal, I told...
Julie Plec, in the wake of the surprising Legacies cancellation, is putting her energy into a sprawling development slate for Universal Television.
The prolific showrunner, who already has Vampire Academy due in September on Peacock, has unveiled five new scripted shows in development at the studio where her My So-Called Company has been based since mid-2020.
The five shows are: Clifton, based on the book Running Out of Time and set up at Peacock; medical drama Douglass Medical; thriller Freeman; romantic dramedy about a transgender teen Stay Gold; and This Savage Song, the horror fantasy that is based on the novel of the same name. (More info on all can be found below.)
Plec also has five more shows in the works, details of which were not immediately available.
“When I first met with Universal Television to discuss an overall deal, I told...
- 7/13/2022
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“The Flash” alum Reina Hardesty has been cast in Amazon’s “The Boys” spinoff, TheWrap has confirmed.
The untitled spinoff, which has been in development at Amazon since September, is set at America’s only college for young adult superheroes. Hardesty joins an ensemble cast that includes previously announced stars Lizze Broadway, Jaz Sinclair, Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero and Maddie Phillips.
The potential series is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writer, executive producer and showrunner on the project. Additional executive producers include Eric Kripke, Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg — who developed “The Boys” for Amazon, with Kripke serving as...
The untitled spinoff, which has been in development at Amazon since September, is set at America’s only college for young adult superheroes. Hardesty joins an ensemble cast that includes previously announced stars Lizze Broadway, Jaz Sinclair, Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero and Maddie Phillips.
The potential series is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writer, executive producer and showrunner on the project. Additional executive producers include Eric Kripke, Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg — who developed “The Boys” for Amazon, with Kripke serving as...
- 4/15/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
The untitled spinoff of “The Boys” at Amazon has added Reina Hardesty to its growing cast.
Hardesty joins previously announced cast members Shane Paul McGhie, Maddie Phillips, and Aimee Carrero, Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway, all of whom will play young superheroes. Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled series is described as an irreverent, R-rated show that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. As Variety previously reported, the show is expected to receive a series order at the streamer.
This will not be Hardesty’s first time playing a character with powers. She previously appeared in both The CW’s “The Flash” and “Legends of Tomorrow” as Joss Mardon, a.k.a. Weather Witch. She also...
Hardesty joins previously announced cast members Shane Paul McGhie, Maddie Phillips, and Aimee Carrero, Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway, all of whom will play young superheroes. Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled series is described as an irreverent, R-rated show that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. As Variety previously reported, the show is expected to receive a series order at the streamer.
This will not be Hardesty’s first time playing a character with powers. She previously appeared in both The CW’s “The Flash” and “Legends of Tomorrow” as Joss Mardon, a.k.a. Weather Witch. She also...
- 4/15/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Brockmire alumna Reina Hardesty is set as a lead in Amazon’s college-set spinoff of The Boys, which is nearing a formal green light.
She will play a young superhero in the show, joining previously cast Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero, Maddie Phillips, Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway, who play fellow young superheroes.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series: Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television...
She will play a young superhero in the show, joining previously cast Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero, Maddie Phillips, Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway, who play fellow young superheroes.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series: Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television...
- 4/15/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Boys” spinoff at Amazon Studios has added three more to the cast: Shane Paul McGhie, Maddie Phillips and Aimee Carrero.
The trio will play young superheroes in the untitled project, which is set to take place at the only college for young adult superheroes, one run by Vought International. The series is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.”
McGhie, Carrero and Phillips join Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway in the ensemble. Broadway will play Emma while Sinclair will play Marie, both young superheroes.
Amazon first announced that the project was in development last September.
Craig Rosenberg will serve as executive producer and showrunner. Eric Kripke,...
The trio will play young superheroes in the untitled project, which is set to take place at the only college for young adult superheroes, one run by Vought International. The series is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.”
McGhie, Carrero and Phillips join Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway in the ensemble. Broadway will play Emma while Sinclair will play Marie, both young superheroes.
Amazon first announced that the project was in development last September.
Craig Rosenberg will serve as executive producer and showrunner. Eric Kripke,...
- 3/19/2021
- by Elaine Low
- Variety Film + TV
Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero and Maddie Phillips have joined the cast of “The Boys” spinoff series, which is set at a college for young adult superheroes, TheWrap has learned.
The untitled project, which has been in development at Amazon since September, will feature an ensemble cast, that also includes Lizze Broadway and Jaz Sinclair. The two will play young superheroes named Emma and Marie, respectively.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled spinoff is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writing the potential show and will serve as executive producer and showrunner,...
The untitled project, which has been in development at Amazon since September, will feature an ensemble cast, that also includes Lizze Broadway and Jaz Sinclair. The two will play young superheroes named Emma and Marie, respectively.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled spinoff is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writing the potential show and will serve as executive producer and showrunner,...
- 3/19/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Shane Paul McGhie, Aimee Carrero and Teenage Bounty Hunter’s Maddie Phillips are set to star in Amazon’s college-set spinoff of The Boys, which is nearing a formal green light.
All three will play young superheroes on the show, joining previously cast Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway who play fellow young superheroes.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities...
All three will play young superheroes on the show, joining previously cast Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway who play fellow young superheroes.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities...
- 3/19/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Rookie” actress Lizze Broadway and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” alum Jaz Sinclair have joined the cast of “The Boys” spinoff series, which is set at a college for young adult superheroes, TheWrap has learned.
The untitled project, which has been in development at Amazon since September, will feature an ensemble cast, with Broadway and Sinclair in the roles of young superheroes named Emma and Marie, respectively.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled spinoff is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writing the potential show and will serve as executive producer and showrunner,...
The untitled project, which has been in development at Amazon since September, will feature an ensemble cast, with Broadway and Sinclair in the roles of young superheroes named Emma and Marie, respectively.
Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled spinoff is described as “an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part ‘Hunger Games’ — with all the heart, satire and raunch of ‘The Boys.'”
Craig Rosenberg is writing the potential show and will serve as executive producer and showrunner,...
- 3/11/2021
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina alumna Jaz Sinclair has been cast as a lead in Amazon’s The Boys spinoff, which is nearing a formal series greenlight.
Sinclair will play Marie, one of the young superheroes. She joins Lizze Broadway, who plays fellow young superhero Emma.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series: Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television in association with Point Grey Pictures,...
Sinclair will play Marie, one of the young superheroes. She joins Lizze Broadway, who plays fellow young superhero Emma.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the Untitled The Boys Spinoff is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series: Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television in association with Point Grey Pictures,...
- 3/11/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Boys” spinoff at Amazon is nearing a series order. In addition, Lizze Broadway and Jaz Sinclair have joined the ensemble cast.
The project was first announced as being in development in September. Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled series is described as an irreverent, R-rated show that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities.
Broadway will play the role of Emma, a young superhero. Her past TV credits include “The Rookie,” “Bones,” “Southland,” “Splitting Up Together,” and “Here and Now.” She is repped by Coast To Coast Talent Group and Industry Entertainment.
Sinclair will play Marie, another of the young superheroes. She most recently starred in “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” at Netflix. Her credits prior to that include “Rizzoli & Isles,...
The project was first announced as being in development in September. Set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International), the untitled series is described as an irreverent, R-rated show that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities.
Broadway will play the role of Emma, a young superhero. Her past TV credits include “The Rookie,” “Bones,” “Southland,” “Splitting Up Together,” and “Here and Now.” She is repped by Coast To Coast Talent Group and Industry Entertainment.
Sinclair will play Marie, another of the young superheroes. She most recently starred in “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” at Netflix. Her credits prior to that include “Rizzoli & Isles,...
- 3/11/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The Boys spinoff, which is nearing a formal series greenlight from Amazon, has cast its first lead as Lizze Broadway has been tapped to star as Emma.
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the untitled The Boys spinoff, which was put on fast-track development at Amazon last summer, is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series — Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television in association with Point Grey Pictures, Kripke Enterprises and Original Film.
Rosenberg serves as...
Written by The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg, the untitled The Boys spinoff, which was put on fast-track development at Amazon last summer, is set at America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (and run by Vought International). It is described as an irreverent, R-rated series that explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the best contracts in the best cities. Part college show, part Hunger Games — with all the heart, satire and raunch of The Boys.
The spinoff is from the entities behind the original series — Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television in association with Point Grey Pictures, Kripke Enterprises and Original Film.
Rosenberg serves as...
- 3/11/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Winners of Trinidad + Tobago Film Festival 2016
“Before The Rooster Crows” (“Antes que cante el gallo”) (trailer here) of Puerto Rico won top prize for Best Feature Narrative, and “The Cutlass” from Trinidad + Tobago won People’s Choice Award for Best Feature Narrative. Port of Spain, Trinidad was the place where the ttff awards prizes were granted Tuesday 27 September.
Watch the ttff trailer here.
People’S Choice Awards
TT$5,000 each / Sponsored by Flow
Best Feature Film — Narrative: “The Cutlass” — Darisha Beresford
Best Feature Film–Documentary: “Landfill Harmonic” — Brad Allgood + Graham Townsley...
“Before The Rooster Crows” (“Antes que cante el gallo”) (trailer here) of Puerto Rico won top prize for Best Feature Narrative, and “The Cutlass” from Trinidad + Tobago won People’s Choice Award for Best Feature Narrative. Port of Spain, Trinidad was the place where the ttff awards prizes were granted Tuesday 27 September.
Watch the ttff trailer here.
People’S Choice Awards
TT$5,000 each / Sponsored by Flow
Best Feature Film — Narrative: “The Cutlass” — Darisha Beresford
Best Feature Film–Documentary: “Landfill Harmonic” — Brad Allgood + Graham Townsley...
- 9/28/2016
- by Sydney Levine
- Sydney's Buzz
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