There was a time when reality television was derided as nothing more than nonsense. An unhealthy voyeuristic view into moments that were none of our business and did not deserve our time, and many believed that it likely wouldn’t last as a popular style of show on television. But obviously, those observations were horribly wrong. For reality television is still going strong after all these years, and we are still compelled to watch it for simple and impactful reasons. 
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Because these shows, offer us insight regarding aspects of life, we didn’t know existed. Allowing for us to learn and live vicariously through people brave enough to go on these shows and endure experiences we will never know. And one such show that exemplifies those aspects of reality television, is Life After Lockup. For it truly provides us with a unique perspective upon the world since few of us can relate to the fascinating situation that the couples of this series find themselves within, and its raw honesty and unfettered look into their lives, has made it a supremely popular show.

One that is about to air its latest season, and thanks to WE tv, we have our first look at what the new season is going to look like. Since early today, the network released details about the new season, and some key art and a superteaser trailer, to prepare us for another incredible season, from a series that truly offers a unique and compelling examination about matters of the heart and the struggles that former inmates experience. 

‘A brand new season of WE tv’s smash hit spinoff series Life After Lockup is back with ten 90-minute all-new episodes premiering on Friday, February 24th at 9pm ET / 8pm CT with new episodes available on popular AMC streaming service ALLBLK every Tuesday. Life After Lockup follows former inmates and their significant others from the hit series Love After Lockup through their weird and wild journey to survive the real world.
 
This season’s couples face parole restrictions, travel limitations, meddling exes, and shocking secrets all while juggling love, family, marriage and life on the outside. Will these ex-cons feel imprisoned in their own relationships, or are these couples ready to go from love to life together?
 
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Monique & Derek (Chicago, IL & Cleveland, OH)
We watched Monique & Derek’s tumultuous relationship on Love After Lockup. As the couple continues their long-distance romance, the meddling family on both sides continue to test the relationship. Derek’s wandering eye remains as Monique works on her weight loss journey.
 
Justine & Michael (Johnstown, PA)
We first saw Justine & Michael on Love During Lockup then, graduate to Love After Lockup. This season, their relationship continues to evolve as Michael is eager to make up for lost time and create the perfect blended family, but will pressures of real life crack this relationship? With Justine no longer working, the weight is on Michael to get his rap career back and bring in money.
 
Nathan & Skylar (Zanesville, OH)
The moment Skylar was released from prison, Nathan was waiting for her with open arms ready to propose. It was clear this was not going to be an easy road for them, as Skylar’s family was hesitant about their relationship. Now that they’ve been together for a few months, will their relationship soar or sink?
 
Aris & Cameron (Tampa, FL)
Aris & Cameron jumped into a serious relationship from the get-go. With Aris’s daughter in the picture and Cameron’s sisters all up in their business, will this couple get the family support they’ve been hoping for, or will it all come crashing down now that Cameron is a free man?
 
RETURNING TO "LIFE AFTER LOCKUP"

Shawn & Sara (Cincinnati, OH)
Secrets in the marriage arise as the couple both navigate relationships with their exes. With Shawn & Sara juggling the pressures of life with a newborn, Sara decides to have breast augmentation surgery, however Shawn starts to worry that Sara’s new body may be to get the attention of other admirers.
 
Amber & Puppy (Atlanta, GA)
Puppy helps her fiancé Eric through his various legal issues, but Eric is still acting suspicious. As Puppy leans on Amber more during this emotionally draining time, Amber’s boyfriend TC refuses to accept Puppy, forcing Amber to choose between her boyfriend and her best friend.
 
Tayler & Chance (Elsberry, MO)
After starting a successful construction career, Chance is providing for Tayler and her daughters. But as bills pile up and Chance digs himself deeper into debt, Tayler continues to have doubts about marrying him. When Chance acts suspicious, Tayler stumbles upon a shocking secret that Chance has been keeping from her. With Tayler and Chance welcoming their newborn, will the new baby add more financial pressure on Chance?
 
Blaine & Lindsey (Corinth, MS)
Lindsey wonders if she made the right choice when Blaine reveals legal issues from his past have him in debt with fines and warrants along with double digit prison time on the horizon. As Blaine turns to God, Lindsey reconnects with an old halfway house buddy for support. Lindsey continues to nurture her relationship with her teenage daughter to ensure Mylie Grace doesn’t make the same mistakes she did.
 
Marcelino & Brittany (St. Cloud, FL)
When we last saw Marcelino and Brittany, they were leaving their Las Vegas life behind to start anew in Florida. With their kids by their side and family no longer nearby, how will they adjust? Will the move to Florida help save their marriage, or will they find themselves fighting to make their relationship work once again?
 
“Life After Lockup” is produced by Sharp Entertainment, a part of Sony Pictures Television. Executive Producers are Matt Sharp, Dan Adler, Sophie Mallam and Alan Madison with Sara Hayworth serving as Co-Executive Producer. Lauren P. Gellert and Kate Farrell are Executive Producers for WE tv.
 
About SHARP Entertainment
“Sharp Entertainment, a part of Sony Pictures Television, is one of the biggest creative powerhouses in unscripted television production today.  Led by producer Matt Sharp since 2003, Sharp is one of the industry’s leading production enterprises worldwide delivering thousands of hours of programming and unparalleled ratings achievement across multiple networks.  Sharp’s mega-hit franchise, TLC's “90 Day Fiancé,” is a top-performer on all of cable along with spinoffs including “90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After,” “90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days,” and “90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way.” Sharp is also behind WE TV’s buzzy docu-series “Love After Lockup,” as well as top-rated “Man v. Food” for the Cooking Channel. Other notable Sharp series include “Extreme Couponing” for TLC, “Doomsday Preppers” for National Geographic, and the long-running hit “The Fabulous Life” for VH1, among many others.”
 
About WE tv:
With compelling, can’t miss unscripted shows, WE tv’s programming is fueled by personalities and relationships filled with purpose and passion. WE tv welcomes everyone and creates an inclusive experience across all platforms: on TV, online, on demand, and social media, embracing how today’s digitally savvy, socially engaged audiences connect through content, using it as a catalyst to drive conversation and build community. Further building on this mission, current WE tv originals are now available to stream on WE tv’s sister platform, ALLBLK. WE tv is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc., and its sister networks include AMC, BBC America, IFC, SundanceTV and streamers Acorn TV, ALLBLK, AMC+, Shudder and Sundance Now.’   

For a brief moment there, it really appeared as though season seven of Star Trek: The Next Generation, was going to be mired in balance. Wherein we would enjoy a few traditional episodes before the series peppered in a random, nothing to lose, final season story. As evidenced by the fact that the early parts of this season, really did offer up a lot of traditional TNG before that wild pirate story came into play. One that wrapped up, with the old fuzzy and familiar feelings we’ve come to enjoy with this show. But as it turns out… balance is simply not going to be the case in this final season. Because just like that, the series opted to dive right back into experimental storytelling right after making us as feel as comfortable as can be.
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Because ‘Phantasms’ is a story that truly offered up one wild story. One that saw Lieutenant Commander Data dealing with a very unique crisis. In that, shortly after helping to install a brand-new warp core aboard the Enterprise, that simply never worked, he began to have terrible dreams. The kind that saw his coworkers mutilated or feasting on cranial fluid and each other for that matter as well. Not to mention there were three strangers always causing harm in his nightmares and at first… Data and his shipmates thought nothing of this. As though it was nothing more than a Soong program being a Soong program. But when Data began to dream during the day and was motivated to violently do something about the horrible things, he saw… the crew quickly took this seriously.

In fact, for a moment there, his shipmates were concerned that something terrible was happening to Data’s electronic mind. To the point where he was confined to quarters and uncertain of his future. But thankfully, it turned out he wasn’t losing his digital mind or degrading in some form or fashion. His unique way of processing information had alerted him to a real problem aboard the ship. In that, strange inter dimensional aliens had taken root amongst the crew, and they were slowly eating the crew’s cellular structure away. And the only way to save the crew… was to bring Picard and Geordi into Data’s dreams via the holodeck. Where they learned these aliens were brought here from the new core design and with a little help from Data’s ability to transmit signals, they could be defeated… and were.

All of which… made for a very different kind of episode. Because on the one hand, you have an alien of the week showcase through those parasites. Which is traditional stuff through and through. But let’s be honest… all of that is immaterial to the dreams and nightmares that Data experienced in this tale. Because some weird and eerie stuff was put on screen. Such as having Dr. Crusher drink cranial fluid from Riker’s skull and of course, there is the infamous cake scene where Data and the aliens carved up a bakery/living hybrid of Counselor Troi. Plus, those sequences were surreal and strange and eerie as well and, in many ways, this should be a failure of an episode, since it just leans so hard into horror and avant-garde elements.

But it’s not. It is actually ridiculously compelling through and through, and you simply cannot turn away from Data’s nightmares and all the weird they contain. In fact, they are… uncanny in how well they reflect actual dreams, since they reflect the detachment and randomness we experience when our brains hits REM sleep, and also… the acting here is top notch. All of which makes this, a shockingly engaging episode, one that you will definitely feel a little off coming away from, but you also kind of want to watch it again. Just to make sure you properly soaked everything up in tis this story and well… it deserves a round of applause for being supremely unconventional and for shocking us with a story that shouldn’t work but does and truly… it will be interesting to see what other unique and surprising episodes await us as we warp toward the end of this magnificent series. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the series premiere of ‘Shrinking’.
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One particular aspect of modern television that is supremely fascinating, is how intimate television shows have become. Because week in and week out, we are being treated to shows that feature stories that we not only relate to, but feature keystone moments of growth in our lives. Which in turn, teaches us powerful lessons about moments that lie ahead, moments we are struggling with, or have struggled with, and that really is a supremely intimate experience for the viewer. One that makes the story far more meaningful and impactful upon their lives and well… this particular change in the world of television is showing no signs of slowing down, as evidenced by a brand-new series on Apple TV+.
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For Shrinking is a series that offers up a bevy of life lessons, through the lens of a man named Jimmy Laird. Who is an accomplished therapist that is going through quite the difficult time in his life. For Jimmy is one year removed from the passing of his wife and this past year… has been an incredible struggle for him. In large part because the pain is still fresh, and that’s prompted Jimmy to self-medicate outside of work and isolate from the people that matter most to him. Which has in turn, forced his daughter to spend more time with the next-door neighbor, Liz, since she has stepped in and played mother, and when we catch up with Jimmy in ‘Coin Flip’ and ‘Fortress of Solitude’, he is genuinely at his lowest.

In fact, he’s so numb and so ready to leave his pain behind, that he opts to do something quite drastic at work. In that, he begins to believe that letting time and patience and baby steps do the heavy lifting in the healing process… might be nothing more than silly concepts. That should be tossed aside because of the precious nature of life and where instead… action should be taken. The kind that forces his patients to just move forward and heal on the fly and embrace the wonder and horror of the moment. A move that shocks his colleagues and his mentor, Dr. Paul Rhodes, who are now tasked with trying to figure out… what comes next when a therapist goes rogue and decides that everything, they’ve ever been taught should be tossed out the window. 

Which at first glance, doesn’t seem like an intimate plot. It seems akin to a wacky ‘what if?’ comedy. As though we are just going to bear witness to the fallout of a broken therapist and there is credence to that line of thinking. Because this is a comedy series, and a lot of what Jimmy does is both eye-popping and funny. As are a fair chunk of his interactions with his patients when he lets loose and how Paul handles this sudden change in his protégé’s line of thinking and behavior. But in between the wonderfully timed laughs, there are some powerful moments to be found here. The kind that informs us that the humor is there to help us process a topic that is deep and heavy and rarely discussed in his day and age.
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Because at the core of the show, is a man that is deeply struggling with grief. Which allows for the show to explore the power it can exert over us and how deeply it can draw us into darkness. And how our desire to be free of that pain and the sorrow it fills us with, can motivate us to go to extreme lengths to shed it. The kind that can potentially bring out the best in us, since there is some merit to what Jimmy does in these first two episodes, but also the dangers that accompany this kind of push, since it abandons proper healing and cutting corners there… can bring about trouble. But what matters more, is that this is… a phenomenal and intimate look at the grieving process, specifically this particular stage and that is indeed something that will resonate with viewers that have been there and prepare others who will soon experience it, and hopefully help those going through it.

For that is what this type of television show does and what also helps these moments be so impactful and so realistic, are two key cast members. For Jason Segel sells the pain that Jimmy is going through with an incredible honesty that you quickly connect with, and he is bookended nicely by Harrison Ford. Whose portrayal of Dr. Paul Rhodes is equally as real and equally as powerful, since he represents those who support us in these trying times or we’ve been in his shoes, and what’s truly impressive about this series… is that we are at the bare beginning of a powerful journey. One that will either see Jimmy learn harder lessons or rise to the occasion as he fights hard to make peace with an experience no one is ever prepared to handle. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Four of ‘Kold x Windy’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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There are certain moments in life that we put upon a pedestal so to speak. For we believe those particular moments will be life changing. To the point where our lives will be turned upside down in a shockingly positive manner. Where people immediately respect us and the hustle we went through to get there, and where riches and attention untold await us. So, we pour every ounce of good vibes we can into that moment in our minds, so we can try and manifest it and relish in it… only to learn that moments like that… are stunningly rare. Not to mention, real life changing moments tend to be negative and heartbreaking in nature since they come out of left field and the one, we are hoping for… tends to be nothing more than a Tuesday, where the only thing that changes is our mood.
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That’s simply because, the end game, must be earned and one big moment in our push to obtain it, is followed by more depending on how hungry it makes us. And it is the work that comes after, that gains us respect and gains us the life altering surprises we seek and really… that harsh lesson is top of mind today, because it was precisely what Malika and Renee were forced to begin to learn in this week’s episode of Kold x Windy on WE tv. For ‘Respect Is Everything’ is a story that saw a big moment finally arrive for this talented and troubled musical duo. For their work with Stoney finally hit the airwaves and everyone in Chicago recognized how well this bop, slapped, and Kold and Windy really did believe, this was it… their big moment had arrived. 

But alas, this was merely that steppingstone moment. One that informed them of how talented they are and that if they dedicated themselves to the work, they would have the respect they desired and the joy and riches they always wanted. But since they expected the moment to hand them everything, they simply basked in the wonder of it and saw some surprises come their way because of it. After all, they were forced to fire their manager since she tried to get a bigger cut of the revenue pie and started to call them out often in a negative manner, something they both rightfully saw as disrespectful and well… their lives didn’t change much after that big moment. They just kept on living and waiting. A common mistake we all make because of how we blow up the moment, and their aloofness, and of course… some unresolved issues from the past… brought forth the juicy drama in this tale. 

Drama that oddly enough… allowed for us to learn a lot about the duo’s nemesis, Shelly. Since we came to learn that she had no qualms leaving her street persona behind to take part in a chill domestic life with her girlfriend, and we also learned that she comes from money and really… is of two worlds. One of which calls to her often since the streets lets her settle scores and injustices and gives her the cred to chase her own dreams in Drill Music and it was just fascinating to learn all of this, and of course to see how the fury the streets ignite, will indeed come back to haunt folks. Because there was still a desire for revenge regarding Renee’s actions earlier in the season and sadly, since Kold and Windy lowered their guard because their heads were in the clouds because of their achievement, revenge came to them in a manner… that left all of us worried about the future of this duo. 

Simply because those gunshots were horrifying to listen to, and of course, we’ve come to care deeply about Malika and Renee since we know who they are deep down and want to see them succeed. But while we wait to learn if those muzzle flashes will bring sorrow or concern for their well-being, we can once again bask in a hyper intelligent and realistic tale. One that really did point out, how our lives don’t change just like that when good things happen, and how much has to go into creating permanent positive change. The latter of which of course, is in tune with the core themes of this thoughtful show, and well, all of these elements made for another compelling tale. One that also moved us and left us rooting for this duo further, so we can see if they will rise above the darkness and grow before our eyes. Until next time.

When we last settled in to discuss the wondrous series, Star Trek: The Next Generation, we talked at length about how ‘Gambit, Part I’ was quite the unconventional episode. Since it focused heavily on action and adventure, and it featured a bevy of unique storytelling elements that you don’t often find in this franchise. Such as pirates and mutiny and the supposed death of one Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Plus, it offered up a juicy cliffhanger and well… it is safe to say… that a great deal of us had one important question hanging over our heads after that episode. Specifically… was ‘Gambit, Part II’ going to be as bold and as unique as its predecessor? For this was a grand opportunity to do something supremely special with the franchise in its final year and well… it took little time for the episode to answer that question with a hard… yes and no.

Because the first part of this episode was indeed as unconventional as its predecessor. Since it turned out that the crew of the Enterprise figured out that Commander Riker, and Captain Picard (who they still didn’t know was alive), were basically asking them to play along and work the long con with them. Which allowed for the pirates to escape under the belief they did critical damage to a Galaxy class starship. Which in turn made it seem as though this episode was going to feature a powerful cat and mouse game. One that would eventually end with a grand showdown between the 1701-D and the pirates, where difficult and ugly decisions would have to be made to properly bring these pirates to justice and to keep them from achieving whatever sneaky goal they had in mind. A reality reinforced by the fact that eventually, Jean-Luc crossed a line and brought down Baran to take control of the situation.

But as the episode rolled along, it became clear that more traditional elements were coming into play here. Since Picard was exposed by Tallera for his actions in that fight with the Enterprise, but she didn’t blow his cover to harm him… she instead did it to see if he was an ally. For Tallera was really T’Paal, a Vulcan Intelligence Officer, trying to stop isolationist forces from assembling the artifacts. Which would create, a psionic weapon that could wreak havoc in the galaxy. Which in turn brought forth a desperate push to complete the mission to out the wrongdoers planning to ruin peace and security on Vulcan. One that eventually informed the crew the captain was okay, when Picard and Riker beamed aboard their own ship to get the final artifact. A move that allowed for Riker to stay aboard the ship to make preparations with Vulcan while Picard completed the mission, one that turned out to feature a double cross.
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For T’Paal was in fact, not a member of anything Vulcan related. She was one of the isolationists, looking for bring Vulcan to its knees, and for a brief moment it appeared success was in the cards for her, since she brought down some of the pirate crew with her new weapon. But Picard’s keen mind and eyes helped him to realize… that her weapon meant nothing without a desire for violence from her opponent. Bringing this long and ugly quest to an end and leaving us with a two-parter that featured perfect balance. For it was indeed fifty perfect bold and original storytelling and featured fifty percent of the things that make Star Trek great. Since rising above ugly and being better people is what saved the day and well… that balance really did make for one satisfying pair of stories. Because it never strayed too far from the core elements of Trek, but did enough to wow us, and one can find no fault with that.

Not to mention, the character arcs in this two-part story were outright amazing, and that helped to make this story supremely memorable and worth our while. Since Riker’s push to bring justice forth for his captain was just incredible and speaks to how much this crew has had an impact upon one another. Plus, that scene between Worf and Data is pure gold, since it allowed for us to watch them both grow before our eyes. All of which made this, a supremely worthwhile re-watch when all is said and done. One that definitely generates excitement at a time when we should be feeling sorrow for the end of the series. Since we are now eager to see what other storytelling surprises and wonders await us as we creep toward a grand farewell for this brave and intrepid crew. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 306 of ‘Jack Ryan’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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We like to believe that defeating evil is an easy task in this world. As though finding a source point of it, and eliminating it from our lives, will solve the world’s problems and bring peace to it at last, and that is simply not the case. Because when evil really gets its claws into the right individuals, it lives on, it thrives and finds ways to regroup and attack. It might not be tomorrow, because evil is patient, but it will eventually return to the limelight. Which is why in reality… the quest to stop evil is far more costly and bloody than we give it credit, since so many have to be locked away or dealt with in some fashion, to truly kill what evil has inspired in the hearts of so many.
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If anything, this is a hard lesson that is of importance today, simply it is one that Jack Ryan and his friends were reminded of/taught in the next episode of Jack Ryan. For ‘Ghosts’ is a story that saw Jack arrive in the Czech Republic to deal with Sokol at last. After that is… Jack dealt with the CIA. Simply because with Wright out of the picture, it was open season on the former analyst turned hero, but Jack was ready… and so was Wright. Because Jack was able to elude his pursuers with an assist from Alena so he could get to work and well, once Jack made it clear that there was a clear and present danger to the world, Wright was able to pull an end around on Miller. Getting his wrong world view out of the picture, so she and Jack could get on track and stop this madness.

Which led to a powerful and frenzied search for Sokol. One that Jack was forced to do on the fly with minimal intelligence. But thankfully, he was able to figure out the location that the Russians were going to use to stage their fake attack, and it was up to him and his supremely small team to figure out how to stop it with minimal loss of life and thanks to a NATO team, and a long tunnel, Jack’s team was able to isolate the truck with the bomb on it inside one of those tunnels and detonate it. Saving countless lives and putting a quick end to any plans to immediately start a World War, and that wasn’t the only happy moment present in this tale, since a big-time villain in this story, finally got his just desserts after weeks of causing trouble.

For Petr and Luka finally came face to face, with the former making it clear that he definitely had a big hand in guiding this mess. Which of course, prompted quite the showdown between both men, as they postured and glared and spoke of honor and duty since Petr came to understand that Luka was not the rebel, he was hoping he would be. That battle however, ended badly for Petr, since Luka was ready and willing to do what must be done to immobilize Petr long enough… for him to meet his end at his daughter’s hands. Since she was done with her father and still could not reconcile the cruelty and evil that he put on display against her. However, while all of that… seems like a happy ending, one that would expose the evil and solve the problem, all of this was the setup to the lesson.

Because while Petr may have had a hand in this and helped coordinate Sokol… he is but one cog in the wheel. For there are other believers who desperately wish for the reformation of the Soviet Union and see it return to the forefront of the world as a superpower to be feared. Which means the fight is not over and this ragtag group of heroes, one with Luka at their side, now fully understand evil and how their fight to dismantle it will take time and cost a great many lives. For they now must kill an ideal and that is such a difficult and daunting task, and it will be genuinely interesting to see what lies ahead for Jack and his friends… as they make the final push to expose this plot and dismantle the evil it has inspired in so many. Until next time.

It is definitely safe to say that hype for season three of the STARZ series, Party Down, is growing by the minute. In large part because we are inching toward the release date of this wondrous reunion of the cast and revival of the show, but also because… STARZ keeps sending us all the gifts possible to keep the excitement growing. After all, they recently treated us to a bevy of first-look images to give us a sample of what’s to come from season three and today, they sent another wonderful present our way.
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For earlier, STARZ was kind enough to release the brand-new key art for the show and a magnificent trailer as well, and since you’re here to get your Party Down fix, let’s not waste any time and provide you with that trailer and all the details on season three (courtesy of STARZ), as we all count down the days to the return of Party Down.

‘STARZ released today the trailer and key art for the imminent return of its hit cult comedy series “Party Down.” The third season consists of six all-new episodes and is set to premiere on Friday, February 24 at midnight on the STARZ app, all STARZ streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the LIONSGATE+ premium streaming platform in the UK, Brazil and Latin America. On linear, it will debut on STARZ same day at 9:00 PM ET/PT in the U.S. and Canada. 
 
True to series’ tradition, the all-new season will feature a slew of can’t miss guest star appearances including Dan Bakkedahl (“Veep”), Quinta Brunson (“Abbott Elementary”), Liv Hewson (“Yellowjackets”), Fran Kranz (“Julia”), Ki Hong Lee (“Dave”), Lyric Lewis (“A.P. Bio"), Bobby Moynihan (“Saturday Night Live”), Nick Offerman (“The Last of Us”), Judy Reyes (“Claws”) and Calum Worthy (“The Act”).
 
Ten years later, most of the Party Down catering team have moved on, including actor/bartender Henry Pollard (Adam Scott, “Severance,” “Parks and Recreation”). After a surprise reunion, the gang find themselves once again stoically enduring the procession of random parties and oddball guests all over Los Angeles.
 
Scott reprises his role alongside original cast members Ken Marino (“The Other Two,” “Veronica Mars”), Jane Lynch (“Glee,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Martin Starr (Knocked Up, “Silicon Valley”), Ryan Hansen (“Bless this Mess,” “Veronica Mars”) and Megan Mullally (“Will & Grace,” “The Great North”).
 
Previously announced new cast members joining in on the fun include Jennifer Garner (The Adam Project, Yes Day) Tyrel Jackson Williams (Thunder Force, “Brockmire”) and Zoë Chao (“Love Life,” “The Afterparty”). James Marsden (Disenchanted, “Dead to Me”) recurs as a guest star.
 
The third season is executive produced by “Party Down” alumni Rob Thomas (“Veronica Mars,” “iZombie”), John Enbom (“iZombie,” “Benched,”), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man, Ghostbusters: Afterlife), Dan Etheridge (“Veronica Mars,” “iZombie”) and Adam Scott (“Severance,” “Parks and Recreation”). Enbom also serves as showrunner. “Party Down” is produced for STARZ by Lionsgate Television.
 
The first two seasons of “Party Down” debuted on STARZ in 2009 and 2010, respectively. Both seasons remain available on STARZ and for download or streaming via the STARZ app. 
 
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About STARZ
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading global media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. In 2018, STARZ launched its international premium streaming platform STARZPLAY, now LIONSGATE+, to provide subscribers access to bold, curated storytelling. LIONSGATE+, coupled with the STARZPLAY ARABIA joint venture in MENA and Lionsgate Play in South and Southeast Asia, has a footprint that extends across the globe. STARZ and LIONSGATE+ are available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies around the world. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.
 
About Lionsgate
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.’

It is definitely safe to say, that crime dramas and murder mysteries on television are in a strange place right now. Because while they are incredibly popular and beloved by audiences everywhere, the genre simply isn’t challenging itself. It’s playing it safe and sticking with the stuff that audiences know and love. Which isn’t a bad thing by any means, because a lot of these shows are indeed engaging and intense and entertaining through and through. But genres do indeed need to challenge themselves and push the envelope to keep things fresh and to keep the wonder in our hearts, otherwise they quickly fade onto the backburner for a little while. But thankfully, the arrival of a new murder mystery series on Peacock accomplishes the growth and challenge the genre needs and that makes Poker Face quite the revolutionary series. 

Simply because, it reinvents the genre while at the same time paying tribute to what makes it great, and it accomplishes this feat by introducing us to a supremely unique investigator of the truth, a one Charlie Cale. And what makes her so unique, is that… she is not a traditional gumshoe in the slightest. For she has no training in dealing with crime nor is she even a member of law enforcement. She is simply… a lost soul trying to live her life to the fullest, one that harbors an incredible gift that helps her bring justice to the world, and when we catch up with her in ‘Dead Man’s Hand’, a horrible incident involving a close friend of hers, allows for us to learn what that unique talent is. As it turns out, Charlie has the ability to just know when someone is lying to her, and regardless of how hard someone tries to keep the truth from her… they simply cannot.
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Which is a gift that gets her in a lot of trouble in this premiere, the kind that puts her on the road and that alone is quite original in nature. As is the fact that Charlie’s quest for justice isn’t bound by some kind of horrific trauma or a grizzled desire to make the world right from witnessing or experiencing a wrong. She simply believes that the truth matters and should be expressed, and it just so happens that she ends up solving big crimes out of that belief and that… is simply incredible. Because it makes Charlie, a pure hero of sorts, one that really does want to stick up for the little guy for no reason outside of… what’s fair is fair and what’s right is right and that is genuinely refreshing to find in a murder mystery and what’s amazing, is that the majesty of this series doesn’t end with Charlie. 

Because being on the road allows for Charlie and the audience, to experience unique corners of America and equally as unique cases for her to solve. The kind that are refreshing and original as the title character but never stray from what we love about murder mysteries. Which means the crimes we see are committed out of acts of jealousy and greed and the other dark elements of the human condition that make us crave justice. But what surrounds that core element, are original concepts and are quite surprising in nature and they captivate you through and through since you’re dying to know how Charlie is going to bring the crook to justice and even those solutions, are different than we normally expect from these shows.
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All of which makes for an incredible experience, one that engages the viewer and delights since you are plunged into incredible corners of the world and cases that dazzle and wow and what’s even more incredible… is that there is still more to celebrate from this series. Because in order for a series like this to work, you need great acting. To sell the crime, to draw us into a new world and story, and that is present here in spades. Courtesy of some top-tier guest stars such as Adrien Brody, Chloë Sevigny, John Ratzenberger, Lil Rel Howery, and Benjamin Bratt… and that’s just the folks that show up in the first four episodes. But each one of them bring stunning gravitas and depth to their roles and immerse us further and they are all complimented by the star of the series, Natasha Lyonne. Who plays Charlie of course, and she is simply incredible in the role. For she is the reason that Charlie is so pure and wholesome in nature and those elements and the vulnerability that Natasha also brings to the role, is what has us rooting for her every step of the way.

If anything, this is must-see television through and through and the show is… a perfect murder mystery. Which should come as no surprise since Rian Johnson is the mastermind behind this whole series and no one approaches murder mysteries quite like he does. But it is also perfect because it is so accessible. For this is a series that has something for everyone. Courtesy of its flawless tension, well-timed humor, and compelling cases that you emotionally invest within, and the best news of all, is that you can experience the wonder of this show right now. For the first four episodes are available to stream on Peacock and what’s amazing, is that four episodes are simply not enough to satisfy. For this is the best murder mystery series to hit the airwaves in ages, and it will absolutely leave you desperate for more of Charlie Cale and her grand fight to keep the truth and what’s right at the forefront of the world and truly, it will be fascinating to see what other incredible cases and characters await her… as she continues her long and winding journey on the road. Until next time.

For the most part, Star Trek: The Next Generation is a series that rarely took major risks. Sure, it would do some bold things with the characters and the stories, and obviously, stories that were impactful and offered commentary about our modern world were a true staple of this franchise. But those wild stories, the kind that wouldn’t fit in the mold were far and few between and understandably so. After all, The Original Series did that often and took some heat for it, and a series that wanted to maintain its goodwill after earning it, knew to mostly steer clear of such stories. But with the final season upon the writer’s room, and a pending movie franchise for the crew on the horizon… clearly this was the moment when the series opted to throw caution to the wind and try new things, as evidenced by the next two episodes in this series.
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For the ‘Gambit’ Saga is quite the unconventional TNG story. One that played out in a supremely unique fashion. Since early on in ‘Part I’, the crew of the Enterprise was engaged in quite the unique manhunt. One that was for Captain Jean-Luc Picard himself. For he had gone missing on an archeological dig, and the crew wanted answers and received quite the devastating one. In that, the captain of Starfleet’s Flagship, perished in a simple bar fight. Something that did not sit right with Will Riker, to the point where he made some bold moves and decisions. Such as humbly yet firmly requesting that Starfleet Command let him use the 1701-D and her vast resources to offer proper closure as to how one of the fleet’s most decorated captains lost his life in a meaningless moment.

Which shockingly, Starfleet Command agreed to and just like that, Will Riker made the time to dust up an informant and found himself getting into phaser fire fights with rogue agents and that led… to another wild twist. Wherein Riker was captured by those he was fighting and thrust aboard a ship with… an alive and well Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Who was going under the name Galen and well… that only confused Riker further and thankfully, he and the audience, were able to learn, that Jean-Luc had stumbled onto something quite fascinating. In that, these rogue agents were robbing archeological sites all over the sector and were working to find specific artifacts that would handle some kind of secret need. Which meant, it was up to Riker and Picard to solve this mystery, one so great, that this story was forced to end on a juicy cliffhanger.

But what matters more here, is that none of this… was hardcore sci-fi in the slightest. It was science fiction with a pirate twist. One filled with colorful characters and an amazing cameo from Star Trek legacy actor, Robin Curtis. Who just so happened to play Lieutenant Saavik in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, and it is just incredible to see her alongside Patrick Stewart and Jonathan Frakes in an unconventional Star Trek story. One that really does lean harder into adventure and had it been broadcast in any other season, it would have been lambasted by the fans for not being properly part of the mythos. But here… in this final season, the whole episode truly works. Simply because it does liven things up and informs us that season seven will send the unexpected our way. 

Not to mention, it is filled to the brim with delightful twists and turns and some amazing acting from the principle cast as well. Since the crew is forced to reconcile with the ‘reality’ that their beloved captain is gone and that they all have new roles to play. If anything, it just best to declare this particular episode as downright fun through and through. Because you simply savor the mystery and the many wild moments, and the cliffhanger works as well since you’re dying to know if Picard was forced to damage his ship to keep his cover and well… the only way to know, is to continue the journey post haste. So, we can see what becomes of the Enterprise, and of course… what it is these pirates are searching for and to wrap up a two-part surprise, so we can continue to sneak toward the end, of one of the finest science fiction shows to ever hit the airwaves. Until next time.  

The thought of springtime brings forth a calling within in all of us. Once that demands we get outside as quickly as possible to enjoy the wonder of nature. Simply because we’ve been cooped up for months thanks to the winter season and a little fresh air would do us good. But what we often forget, is that springtime still isn’t quite the perfect time of year to spend outdoors. For it can still be chilly and it can still snow in places where that is a thing. So, it is best we stay indoors a little longer and spend a little more time with our families in a wholesome manner.
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One way in which we can do that, is by spending a little time with the family programming that Apple TV+ has to offer. Simply because their family shows are full of both wondrous entertainment and incredible depth and the good news is, there’s a huge slate of springtime programming heading your way soon. The kind that will indeed allow you to watch wholesome shows and have powerful conversations with your children regarding their lessons, and with that in mind, here are all the details on that incredible spring lineup, courtesy of Apple TV+.

‘Apple today announced the stellar spring lineup of all-new original series, specials and returning fan favorites for kids and families. 
 
The new series will kick off on Friday, March 31 with the charming animated series "Eva the Owlet," inspired by the bestselling book series from Scholastic. The highly-anticipated new series "Jane," from Emmy Award winner J.J. Johnson, Sinking Ship Entertainment and the Jane Goodall Institute, launches April 14 and "Frog and Toad," based on Arnold Lobel's beloved characters of over five decades, launches April 28. 
 
Viewers can look forward to all-new seasons of fan favorite series “Pinecone & Pony” on February 3; “Pretzel and the Puppies,” featuring the voice talents of Emmy nominee Mark Duplass and Nasim Pedrad, on February 24; animated series "Harriet the Spy," starring SAG Award nominee Beanie Feldstein and Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, on May 5; and Peabody and Daytime Emmy Award-winning series "Stillwater" on May 19. The “Sago Mini Friends” Earth Day special will launch on April 14. 
 
Additionally, even more classic Peanuts titles, including “A Charlie Brown Valentine” will be made available to fans, many for the first time in decades. 
 
New and returning original series and specials for kids and families premiering globally on Apple TV+ include (in air order’):

Based on the book “The Princess and the Pony” by New York Times bestselling author Kate Beaton and hailing from DreamWorks Animation, season Two of “Pinecone & Pony” is an eight-episode animated comedy for kids and families about a young warrior-in-training, Pinecone, and her best friend Pony, whose adventures together teach them how to be brave in the face of adversity, to speak truth to power, and what it truly means to be a hero. 
 
“Pinecone & Pony” is produced by DreamWorks Animation along with First Generation Films and Atomic Cartoons, and executive produced by showrunner Stephanie Kaliner. Kate Beaton, Christina Piovesan and Mackenzie Lush are executive producers. The series features the voice talents of Maria Nash ("Elinor Wonders Why"), Alicia Richardson ("Mistletoe Time Machine"), Andy Hull (“What We Do in the Shadows”), Rachel House ("Foundation"), Thom Allison ("Coroner"), Chase W. Dillon ("Haunted Mansion," “The Book of Clarence”) and Viola Abley ("Scaredy Cats," “Schmigadoon!”).

From Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide, watch as warm and fuzzy feelings fill the air and an inspired Snoopy writes poems about Valentine’s Day. Charlie Brown tries to impress the Little Red-Haired Girl. Sally and Lucy hope to get cards from their crushes. Peppermint Patty asks “Chuck” to the dance.​

​Meet Pretzel, the world’s longest dachshund and a playful, supportive dad to five frisky puppies. Together with his wife, Greta, they encourage their pups to get their paws up to solve problems and “make their bark” on the world.
 
The series stars the voice talents of Emmy nominee Mark Duplass (“The Morning Show”), Nasim Pedrad (“Chad,” “Aladdin”) and newcomers Milo Stein, Alex Jayne Go, Max Mitchell, Amari McCoy and Gracen Newton.
 
The Apple Original series hails from HarperCollins Productions (“Carmen Sandiego,” “The Oregon Trail”), part of HarperCollins Publishers. “Pretzel and the Puppies” is executive produced by showrunner Steve Altiere (“Dinotrux,” “Dragons: Rescue Riders”), Caroline Fraser, Head of HarperCollins Productions, and Ricardo Curtis and Wes Lui from House of Cool. Jennifer Contrucci of HarperCollins Productions serves as co-executive producer. The animation studio responsible for design and story is House of Cool (“Despicable Me,” “Trollhunters”), and the animation studio responsible for CG is Saturday Animation (“Mighty Mike,” “Zafari”). Dr. Tony Wagner, Senior Research Fellow, Learning Policy Institute, and author of the book “Creating Innovators: The Making of Young People Who Will Change the World.”, serves as the play, passion, purpose expert through the Apple TV+ Changemakers initiative.

Prior to the launch of the enchanting new season of “Stillwater,” based on the award-winning and bestselling Scholastic book Zen Shorts by Jon J Muth, Apple TV+ will premiere three all-new shorts on platform and made available for non-subscribers on Scholastic’s YouTube. Just in time for International Panda Day, follow Jasper the cat in “Jasper’s Journey” on a mindful journey through Stillwater’s garden, join Stillwater in “Making Waves” as he makes new patterns in his Zen garden, and watch Karl join Stillwater in “Breathing” to learn how breathing can help make him feel better when he has angry feelings. The shorts are produced by Gaumont and Scholastic Entertainment, and executive produced by Sidonie Dumas, Christophe Riandee, Nicolas Atlan, Terry Kalagian, Iole Lucchese, Caitlin Friedman, Jef Kaminsky and Rob Hoegee.

​The new animated kids and family series is based on the New York Times bestselling Scholastic book series “Owl Diaries” by award-winning author Rebecca Elliott. “Eva the Owlet” stars Eva, a creative, cheeky owlet who lives next door to her best friend Lucy in the woodland world of Treetopington. With big ideas and an even bigger personality, Eva goes on high-flying adventures, expressing herself in her journal along the way!
 
Since first being published, “Owl Diaries” now has eight foreign language translations and 11 million copies in print. Produced by award-winning Scholastic Entertainment (“Clifford the Big Red Dog,” “Goosebumps,” “The Magic School Bus”) with production services and 4K animation by 9 Story Media Group’s Emmy-winning and Academy Award-nominated studio Brown Bag Films in Dublin and Bali (”Doc McStuffins,” “Vampirina,” “Octonauts”), “Eva the Owlet” also features original songs by critically acclaimed musician and singer-songwriter Fitz of Fitz and the Tantrums. Voice talent includes Vivienne Rutherford ("Eureka!," “911: Lone Star”) as the titular character Eva, Jessica DiCicco ("The Loud House," "Puppy Dog Pals") as Eva's mom, Dino Andrade (“Loud House,” “We Baby Bears”) as Eva's dad, as well as Sascha Yurchak, Jon Olson (“The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies,” “Pokemon: Detective Pikachu”), Evie Hsu (“Team Mekbots”), Sarah Vattano (“The Uglies,” “Rise Up, Sing Out”), Pressly James Crosby (“General Hospital”, and Kenna Ramsey (“Rent”).
 
“Eva the Owlet” is executive produced by Scholastic Entertainment’s Peabody and Daytime Emmy Award-winning team including Iole Lucchese (“Clifford the Big Red Dog”), Caitlin Friedman (“Stillwater”), and Jef Kaminsky (“Signs of Survival”). Head series writers and Daytime Emmy Award nominees Annabeth Bondor-Stone (“Helpsters”) and Connor White (“Helpsters”) serve as co-executive producers, and Daytime Emmy Award nominee Damien O’Connor (“Angela’s Christmas,” “Angela’s Christmas 2”) serves as supervising director. 
 
The late Dr. John F. Evans, a writing clinician, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach at Duke Integrative Medicine, and the Founder and Executive Director of Wellness & Writing Connections, LLC served as the expressive writing expert on the series through Apple TV+’s Changemakers initiative. The series was one of the last significant projects he worked on, hoping to inspire young viewers to write, to find their voices, and to believe in themselves. 

“Jane” is a new 10-episode mission-driven series for kids and families inspired by the work of Dr. Jane Goodall. From Emmy Award winner J.J. Johnson (“Ghostwriter” “Dino Dana”), Sinking Ship Entertainment and the Jane Goodall Institute, “Jane” premieres globally on Friday, April 14. 
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Ava Louise Murchison (“Reacher”) stars as Jane Garcia, a nine-year-old budding environmentalist on a quest to save endangered animals. Using her powerful imagination, Jane takes her best friends David, played by Mason Blomberg (“Shameless”), and Greybeard the chimpanzee on epic adventures to help protect wild animals all around the world because, according to her idol Dr. Jane Goodall: “Only if we understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help, can they be saved.” Cast also includes Tamara Almeida (“Secrets at the Inn”), Dan Abramovici (“Wayne”), newcomer Jazz Allen, and Sam Marra (“Stumptown”).   
 
From Sinking Ship Entertainment, “Jane,” a live action/CGI blended series, is created by company partner J.J. Johnson who executive produced alongside Blair Powers,  Christin Simms, and the Jane Goodall Institute’s Andria Teather. Matt Bishop serves as VFX/Animation Executive Producer.

In “Treasure It,” an old lunch box finds new life when Harvey transforms it into a treasure box full of unique items for his friends. Produced by Spin Master Entertainment, animated by 9 Story Media Group’s Brown Bag Films — Toronto, and based on the award-winning Sago Mini World app, developed by Sago Mini, the “Sago Mini Friends” series is an adorable nod to gratitude, featuring Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit and Robin the bird. Along with a unique cast of residents as colorful as their own whimsical world, the four friends play, explore, imagine and celebrate daily in their joyful town of Sagoville. In each episode, Harvey and all his friends express their true thankfulness for all things big and small, through optimism, kindness, preschool-friendly humor and unforgettable original songs! The animated preschool series is executive produced by Jennifer Dodge, Ronnen Harary, Tone Thyne, Dustin Ferrer, Laura Clunie and Toni Stevens, with Chad Hicks as series director. Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside and expert in the science of happiness, serves as the gratitude expert on the series through Apple TV+’s Changemakers initiative.​

Frog is a frog. Toad is a toad. They have a lot in common… but they are also very different. Frog and Toad are best friends who know that the true secret to friendship is not only enjoying the things you have in common, but embracing the things that make you different. Our differences are what makes us special, and Frog and Toad celebrate them in what makes them unique. 
 
“Frog and Toad” is based on the beloved Caldecott and Newbery Award-winning four-book series by Arnold Lobel published by HarperCollins Children’s Books. Emmy Award winner Rob Hoegee ("Stillwater," "Niko & the Sword of Light") serves as showrunner for the series and Emmy Award winning studio Titmouse (“Big Mouth,” “Star Trek: Lower Decks,” “The Legend of Vox Machina”) produces the animation. Hoegee executive produces alongside Adrianne Lobel, Adam Lobel and Titmouse’s Chris Prynoski (“The Legend of Vox Machina”), Shannon Prynoski (“Fairfax”), Antonio Canobbio (“Arlo the Alligator Boy”), and Ben Kalina (“Big Mouth”). The talented voice cast includes Academy Award winner Nat Faxon ("Our Flag Means Death," "The Connors") and Emmy Award nominee Kevin Michael Richardson ("The Simpsons," "Family Guy") as Frog and Toad, as well as appearances by Ron Funches ("Trolls"), Fortune Feimster ("Good Fortune," “Kenan”), Cole Escola ("At Home with Amy Sedaris"), Aparna Nancherla ("The Great North"), John Hodgman ("Up Here"), Yvette Nicole Brown ("Disenchanted," “Act Your Age”), Stephen Tobolowsky ("The Goldbergs"), Emmy Award nominee Tom Kenny ("SpongeBob SquarePants"), Selene Luna ("Coco"), Emmy Award nominee Margaret Cho (“Fire Island“) and Betsy Sodaro ("Duncanville"). 

Fans of the beloved Peanuts gang will have more classics available to watch from Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide in the Peanuts Classics collection on Apple TV+, including “It's an Adventure, Charlie Brown,” “It's Spring Training, Charlie Brown,” Emmy Award winner “Life is a Circus, Charlie Brown,” “Lucy Must Be Traded, Charlie Brown,” Emmy Award nominated “Play it Again, Charlie Brown,” Emmy Award nominated “Snoopy's Getting Married, Charlie Brown” and Emmy Award winner “You're a Good Sport, Charlie Brown.” 

Peabody and Daytime Emmy Award-winning series, “Stillwater,” centers on siblings Karl, Addy and Michael, who encounter everyday challenges — big and small — which sometimes feel insurmountable. Fortunately for these three, they have Stillwater, a wise panda, as their next-door neighbor. Through his example, stories and gentle humor, Stillwater gives the children a deeper understanding of their feelings as well as tools that help them face their own day-to-day challenges.

“Stillwater” is based on the award-winning and bestselling Scholastic book Zen Shorts by Jon J Muth and is produced by Gaumont and Scholastic Entertainment. The series is executive produced by Sidonie Dumas, Christophe Riandee, Nicolas Atlan, Terry Kalagian, Iole Lucchese, Caitlin Friedman, Jef Kaminsky, Jun Falkenstein, and Rob Hoegee, and features the voice talents of James Sie, Eva Binder, Tucker Chandler and Judah Mackey.

Peabody and Daytime Emmy Award-winning series “Stillwater” was developed for television in collaboration with awareness and intention expert Mallika Chopra, author of Buddha and The Rose and and the Just Be Series for kids, and CEO of Chopra Global, through Apple TV+’s Changemakers initiative.

The “Stillwater” team partnered with Chopra to imagine and deliver a series that teaches children how to be more mindful and meditative, and how to slow down to make thoughtful, empathetic decisions. Since its debut, the series has been globally praised and recognized with awards for its positive impact on kids' families around the world.

The award-winning slate of original series and film for kids and families on Apple TV+ includes impressive all-ages offerings such as the critically-acclaimed properties BAFTA Award-winning “El Deafo,” “Lovely Little Farm,” “Duck & Goose,” “Pinecone & Pony,” Emmy Award-winning “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock” and “Harriet the Spy” from The Jim Henson Company, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning series “Stillwater,” “Helpsters” from Sesame Workshop, “Wolfboy and the Everything Factory” from Joseph Gordon-Levitt, HITRECORD and Bento Box Entertainment, “Sago Mini Friends,” “Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show” from Jack McBrayer and Angela C. Santomero, “Snoopy in Space,” “The Snoopy Show” and “Get Rolling with Otis.” Live-action offerings include Bonnie Hunt’s “Amber Brown,” "Best Foot Forward," “Surfside Girls,” “Life By Ella,” Daytime Emmy Award-winning “Ghostwriter” from Sesame Workshop, and “Puppy Place.” 

Also included are specials from Peanuts and WildBrain including “It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown,” “Lucy’s School,” “To Mom (and Dad), With Love,” Emmy Award-winning “Who Are You, Charlie Brown?” and “For Auld Lang Syne,” and “Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth,” the Daytime Emmy Award-winning television event based on the New York Times best-selling book and TIME Best Book of the Year by Oliver Jeffers.

The kids and family film offerings include star-studded animated adventure film “Luck” from Apple Original Films and Skydance Animation which premiered this year and Academy Award-nominated animated film “Wolfwalkers.”

Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries, and series have earned 309 wins and 1,324 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”

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