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[03/29/21 - 07:01 AM] New Lucasfilm Special Event Series "Obi-Wan Kenobi" to Begin Production Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie. |
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[via press release from Disney+] |
New Lucasfilm Special Event Series "Obi-Wan Kenobi" To Begin Production
Cast Announced for Original Series Coming Exclusively to Disney+
"Obi-Wan Kenobi," the new Disney+ special event series starring Ewan McGregor as the iconic Jedi Master, will begin shooting in April. The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith" where Kenobi faced his greatest defeat, the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker turned evil Sith Lord Darth Vader.
"Obi-Wan Kenobi" is directed by Deborah Chow, director of two critically acclaimed episodes of "The Mandalorian," Season 1.
The series also marks the return of Hayden Christensen in the role of Darth Vader.
Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie.
"Obi-Wan Kenobi" is executive-produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Deborah Chow, Ewan McGregor and writer Joby Harold. The casting director is Carmen Cuba.
"Obi-Wan Kenobi" will be available exclusively on Disney+.
About Disney+
Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. As part of Disney's Media and Entertainment Distribution segment, Disney+ is available on most internet-connected devices and offers commercial-free programming with a variety of original feature-length films, documentaries, live-action and animated series, and short-form content. Alongside unprecedented access to Disney's incredible library of film and television entertainment, the service is also the exclusive streaming home for the latest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. Disney+ is available as part of a bundle offer that gives subscribers access to Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. Visit DisneyPlus.com to subscribe and/or learn more about the service.
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[01/24/25 - 01:02 PM] "Jimmy Kimmel Live" Tops Late-Night in Adults 18-49 - Rising +45% Over Previous Week Head-to-head against competition for the week, "Jimmy Kimmel Live" led late-night among Adults 18-49 (0.16).
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[01/24/25 - 01:01 PM] "Tamron Hall" Kicks Off the New Year Strong with Most-Viewed Episode of the Season, Featuring Daytime Exclusive Interview with Sports Icon Deion Sanders During the week of January 6, "Tamron Hall" grew week to week by double digits in all key measures: +11% in Households, +43% with Women 18-49, +16% with the coveted Women 25-54 demo, and +13% among Total Viewers P2+, hitting a 4-week high.
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[01/24/25 - 12:31 PM] Paramount Network Announces Season 10 Renewal of Hit Series "Bar Rescue" From 3 Ball Productions, Season 9 will return with new episodes on Sunday, February 23 at 10 PM ET/PT.
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[01/24/25 - 11:07 AM] Lifetime Announces All-New Octomom Movie & Six-Part Documentary Series This March with Natalie Suleman Kristen Gutoskie stars in "I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story," premiering Saturday, March 8 at 8:00/7:00c.
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[01/24/25 - 10:00 AM] Video: We TV Releases a First Look of the Highly Anticipated New Season of "Love After Lockup" The new season follows a new crop of couples, including fan favorites, from "Love During Lockup" as they discover more love, new doubts, and encounter unforeseen obstacles in their relationships.
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[01/24/25 - 09:37 AM] Key Art Debut: Hulu Original Series "Shoresy" Created by and starring Jared Keeso, "Shoresy" returns for season four on Wednesday, February 26 with all six new episodes exclusively available in the U.S. on Hulu.
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[01/24/25 - 09:13 AM] ABC Tuesday Dramas "Will Trent," "High Potential" and "The Rookie" Build Momentum Following Midseason Premieres On the heels of its second-season renewal and after seven days of multiplatform viewing, "High Potential" scored another series high in Total Viewers (13.19 Million) and Adults 18-49 (2.44 rating).
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[01/24/25 - 09:07 AM] Food Network Celebrates Springtime Magic with the Return of "Spring Baking Championship" Premiering Monday, March 10 at 8pm ET/PT and streaming on Max, host Jesse Palmer transforms the baking studio into The Little Shop of Spring Magic, where anything is possible - from rainbow cheesecakes to dessert deceptions that look like dinner.
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[01/24/25 - 09:00 AM] Starz Unveils March 7 Premiere Date for the Explosive Return of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" Plus: Season one of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" will be available for free sampling on the Starz app and across participating OTT streaming and on-demand platforms beginning January 31 through February 28.
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[01/24/25 - 08:00 AM] Court TV Unveils Original Limited Series, "Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win?" The series takes a deep dive into the infamous double murder trial of O.J. Simpson; a case that was captured by Court TV cameras and helped ignite the nation's ongoing obsession with true crime.
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[01/24/25 - 07:16 AM] Video: "Suits LA" Debuts Trailer & Key Art for the New Series The series stars Stephen Amell, Lex Scott Davis, Josh McDermitt and Bryan Greenberg.
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[01/24/25 - 07:03 AM] Video: "Boarders" Season 2 - Official Trailer - A Tubi Original Series two sees a new era for St Gilbert's with the now acting headmistress Carol Watlington-Geese (who also happens to be the mother of Jaheim's nemesis, Rupert) at the helm - and she wants Jaheim, Leah, Toby, Omar and Femi gone.
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[01/24/25 - 06:31 AM] Additional Casting Announced for the Olivier Award-Winning Theatrical Event "Stranger Things: The First Shadow" The play will begin performances Friday, March 28 and officially open Tuesday, April 22 at Broadway's Marquis Theatre (210 West 46th Street).
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[01/24/25 - 05:35 AM] Benson Boone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Doechii, RAYE, Sabrina Carpenter, Shakira, and Teddy Swims to Perform at "The 67th Annual Grammy Awards" As announced last week, this year's telecast will carry a renewed sense of purpose: raising additional funds to support Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts and honoring the bravery and dedication of first responders who risk their lives to protect others.
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[01/23/25 - 06:35 PM] Video: Trailer and Key Art Debut - Hulu's "SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)" - Premieres February 13 The film examines the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone, the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic and enigmatic Sly Stone.
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