TV and Movie News (page 1014)

Broken Leg Forces Michael McKean Off Broadway Performance of "The Best Man"
May 23, 2012 @ 9:10 pm PST    This Is Spinal Tap, The Best Man     Sean Comer    
Bet nobody ever tells him "break a leg" again. Michael McKean is in stable condition after being hit by a car in Manhattan Tuesday afternoon. The actor suffered a broken leg that has forced him not only to miss a performance for the first time in his career, but completely out of the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's "The Best Man."

'American Idol' Season 11, Episode 40 (Finale) Recap - And the Winner Is...
May 23, 2012 @ 7:07 pm PST    American Idol     Andy Neuenschwander    
It's time for the finale, which means that the votes are in and either Phillip Phillips or Jessica Sanchez will be named the winner. Who is the next American Idol? Click through to find out!

'The Hunger Games' DVD/Blu-ray Set Is Bonus-Loaded
May 23, 2012 @ 5:51 pm PST    The Hunger Games     Sean Comer    
It seems like just yesterday that "The Hunger Games" was hitting theaters. Now, it's hitting home video on 2-disc DVD and Blu-ray sets on Aug. 18. Both come with digital copies of the film, but that's just where the loaded special features begin.

Yidio Summer Blockbuster Guide: The Movies, Trailers, and Release Dates for June 2012
May 23, 2012 @ 3:28 pm PST    Snow White and the Huntsman, Prometheus, Rock of Ages, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, Brave     Andy Neuenschwander    
The summer season is officially here, and with it come big titles like "Snow White and the Huntsman," and "Prometheus." There are others, too... get previews and watch trailers for all the big blockbusters right here.

Amazon May Pick Up ABC's 'Pan Am'
May 23, 2012 @ 3:24 pm PST    Pan Am, Arrested Development     Sean Comer    
Book another moving van: another jilted series might soon find an unlikely home. Amazon has reportedly expressed interest in reviving ABC's jettisoned drama "Pan Am." After all, season one has been a popular international streaming favorite. It's just the latest in a line of series that look to be headed elsewhere, either online or to a new broadcast home.

If Indonesian Show Goes On, Lady Gaga Claims She'll Go It Alone
May 23, 2012 @ 3:23 pm PST    The Grammys, A Very Gaga Thanksgiving, Glee     Sean Comer    
Mother Monster has herself some serious guns to which she plans on sticking. Her promoters are trying to reason with Indonesian officials to let her June 3 gig go off as planned, despite Islamic protests. She's faced similar resistance in South Korea and the Philippines. However, she said this time that if it goes on, she'll go it alone in the face of threatened violence.

'American Idol' Finalist Phillip Phillips Awaits Kidney Surgery After Finale
May 23, 2012 @ 11:58 am PST    American Idol     Sean Comer    
It takes guts to stick out a high-pressure show like "American Idol" knowing you'll need surgery immediately after. Phillip Phillips will reportedly miss a few summer concert dates - win, lose or draw on tonight's finale - so that he can undergo kidney surgery. He'll first complete a New York City press tour, though. Kidney problems have already hospitalized him this past March, but he put off the surgery to finish out the show.

The Situation Talks Snooki, Rehab And Sobriety With MTV News
May 23, 2012 @ 11:24 am PST    Jersey Shore     Sean Comer    
"Jersey Shore" icon Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino told MTV recently that along his road to recovery from addiction, his relationship with Snooki needs work. He entered rehab this past March to deal with longtime prescription drug addictions, though he claims he never abused illegal substances. Most tellingly, he explained why he wants most to repair his relationship with cast mate Snooki.

Did Snooki 'Sabotage' A $100-Million Endorsement Deal?
May 23, 2012 @ 11:05 am PST    Jersey Shore     Sean Comer    
It's an interesting rendition of The Blame Game. Snooki late last year filed suit against SRG Ventures, claiming that they didn't deliver nearly the $100-million licensing revenue stream she was promised. SRG shot right back with their own $7-million claim, alleging that the "Jersey Shore" star's own behavior sabotaged deal after deal.

Exclusive 'Batman: Arkham City' Making-Of Clip Features Batman, Joker Voice Actors
May 23, 2012 @ 10:47 am PST    Batman: The Animated Series     Sean Comer    
We can all say what we will about Keaton, Kilmer, Clooney and Bale, or for that matter Romero, Nicholson or Ledger. If you grew up with "Batman: The Animated Series," only two people will ever REALLY be Batman and The Joker respectively: Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill. With the Game of the Year Edition of "Batman: Arkham City" dropping next week, Entertainment weekly has this exclusive behind-the-scenes clip of the pair recording their legendary dialogue.