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Top News Highlights for April 21, 2025.
WWE’s Innovative Series Offers an Insider’s View
In a groundbreaking move, Netflix is set to debut WWE: Unreal, a reality series that for the first time provides audiences with access to the WWE writers’ room. This ten-episode series promises to dismantle kayfabe, shedding light on the scripted nature of professional wrestling and the intricate creative processes behind it. In the trailer, WWE’s chief creative officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque emphasizes the constant and careful orchestration involved, declaring, “Seven days a week, 365 days a year. This is a calculated, coordinated production. It’s time. We’re gonna lift the curtain.” The production involves collaborations with Eli Manning’s Omaha Productions, alongside WWE, NFL Films, and Skydance Sports.
Netflix Announces Dept. Q, a New Crime Drama
Renowned creator Scott Frank, celebrated for his work on The Queen’s Gambit and Godless, returns to Netflix with his latest project, Dept. Q, scheduled to premiere on May 29. Adapted from the works of Danish author Jussi Adler-Olsen, the series follows DCI Carl Morck (Downton Abbey‘s Matthew Goode), a cynical detective leading a cold case division. This project combines elements of Scandi noir with U.K. police procedural drama. The show also features talents such as Chloe Pirrie, Alexej Manvelov, Kelly Macdonald, and Leah Byrne.
Chilling Details About Zach Cregger’s Weapons
The anticipation intensifies as Warner Bros. unveils a teaser for Weapons, a thriller set to hit theaters on August 8. The unnerving preview depicts children traversing a quiet suburban area at night, striking an unusual pose with their arms extended. What could be happening? Is there a supernatural element at play? The film’s synopsis reveals its horror premise: a class of children vanishes under mysterious circumstances, leaving the community grappling with the inexplicable. Directed and written by Barbarian‘s Zach Cregger, the film boasts a notable cast including Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, and Austin Abrams.
Upcoming Horror Comedy Sequel Featuring Star-Studded Cast
The sequel to the popular horror comedy Ready or Not is making headlines as Ready or Not: Here I Come reveals its impressive lineup, adding genre legends Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Elijah Wood (The Lord of the Rings), and director David Cronenberg to the cast. Joining them are Shawn Hatosy, Néstor Carbonell, and Kevin Durand, alongside returning stars Samara Weaving and Kathryn Newton. Helmed by directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, along with the writing team of Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy, production is set to commence this week.
The official cast of ‘READY OR NOT 2’
Samara Weaving
Kathryn Newton
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Shawn Hatosy
Néstor Carbonell
David Cronenberg
Elijah Wood
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Notable Honorees at Gold House Gala
Gold House, a prominent organization advocating for Asian Pacific cultures, has named its honorees for the upcoming fourth annual Gold House Gala scheduled for May 10. This event will celebrate the 2025 A100 list, showcasing the contributions of 100 key Asian Pacific figures in culture. Among the honored are Jon M. Chu, director of Wicked (recognized in the Entertainment and Media category), Priyanka Chopra Jonas (receiving the Global Vanguard Honor), and Megan Thee Stallion, awarded the One House Honor for her advocacy of Asian Pacific culture. Directed by Ang Lee, recipient of the Gold Legend Honor, the gala will also celebrate the achievements of various innovators, including Pokémon Company CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara and several Olympians and Paralympians such as Suni Lee and Chuck Aoki.
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