TV and Movie News (page 1406)

'Vampire Diaries' Star Nina Dobrev's New Movie...With Emma Watson!
April 16, 2011 @ 8:32 am PST    The Vampire Diaries, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Degrassi: The Next Generation, The Roommate, 3:10 to Yuma, Gamer, The Perks of Being a Wallflower     Andy Neuenschwander    

She already plays two roles on "The Vampire Diaries," but Nina Dobrev is about to add another role to her resume: the CW star is set to appear in the upcoming movie adaptation of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower."

"Wallflower" is based off Stephen Chbosky's novel, which follows the tumultuous life of a high school sophomore. Dobrev will be playing the role of Candace, one of the major roles in the story.

'The Voice' Host Cee Lo Green Thinks 'American Idol' and 'X Factor' Have 'Run Their Course'
April 16, 2011 @ 8:27 am PST    The Voice, The X Factor     Andy Neuenschwander    
You can tell that Cee Lo Green really believes "The Voice" will be different from "American Idol" and "The X Factor." If he didn't, he'd be insulting his own show. Green, who had hits like "Crazy" with Gnarls Barkley and "F*** You" solo, was offered a gig as a judge for "The X Factor," Simon Cowell's British import and post-"Idol" project.

Bieber's Twitter Breakdown: Short Lived
April 15, 2011 @ 3:34 pm PST    Justin Bieber: Never Say Never     Elizabeth Sexton    

Following a harsh experience in Israel, Justin Bieber wants a sabbatical – from Twitter.

The 17-year-old told his eight million Twitter followers that he’s “just excited at this point to get on stage and perform.”

“Gonna take a little break from Twitter and enjoy this time with my family until then,” he added on Tuesday.

Bieber admitted that he was “super frustrated” and need some “chill” time.

Ricky Gervais on 'The Daily Show': 'This is what I think I should apologize for about the Golden Globes: F*** all'
April 15, 2011 @ 1:58 pm PST    The Daily Show with Jon Stewart     Andy Neuenschwander    

Jon Stewart wants Ricky Gervais to apologize for the Golden Globes.

"Here's what you have to apologize about for the Golden Globes," joked Stewart in an interview with Gervais on "The Daily Show.". "Making people like me -- who've also hosted these events -- feel inadequate by being that funny. ... It hurt my self-esteem, and I think you do owe me an apology.

'Mad Men' As a Reality Show? AMC Plans Two New Docu-Series
April 15, 2011 @ 12:51 pm PST    Mad Men     Andy Neuenschwander    

"Mad Men" has been so successful for AMC so far...why not turn it into a reality show?

AMC is planning two new docu-series, a move that is new for the network. The channel only started making original content a few years ago, and all of it so far has been scripted. These two reality shows will be uncharted territory for AMC.

So, what are these two mystery pilots? First up is "Inside DHS," which sounds like it's about kids in a Detroit High School but it's actually about the Department of Homeland Security (I guess that was too long to put

Trailer Time: New 'Cowboys & Aliens' Clip Hits the Web
April 15, 2011 @ 11:16 am PST    Quantum of Solace     Allie Basilica    

Last night DreamWorks released the trailer for the much-anticipated science fiction western mash-up "Cowboys & Aliens."

The all star cast includes buff "Bond" Daniel Craig, hottie Olivia Wilde, Harrison Ford and Sam Rockwell. In the trailer, Craig is dropped off in the Wild West with no explaination of where he came from or who he is.

At first suspicious of the new resident, the locals try to lock him up.

Ratings Round-Up: Will Ferrell Boosts 'The Office,' 'Paul Reiser' Crashes and Burns
April 15, 2011 @ 10:44 am PST    The Office, The Paul Reiser Show     Andy Neuenschwander    

Will Ferrell made his big debut on "The Office" last night (we have a more detailed account and a clip for those who missed it), but the big question is this: did it work? Did Ferrell's star power boost the show?

The short answer is yes. "The Office" pulled in 7.7 million viewers last night, which is a 15% improvement over the last original episode that aired a few weeks ago.

We Don't Need No Stinking Double: Watch the New Video Version of Britney Spears' 'Till The World Ends'
April 15, 2011 @ 10:43 am PST    Crossroads     Elizabeth Sexton    

In what could be a response to rumors that she used a dance double in her original video, Britney Spears just released a new dance-centric version video of ‘Till The World Ends.’

The video showcases more dance footage of Spears, while cutting out the apocalyptic shots.

After watching the clips, Spears had mixed feelings on her fave.

“Just saw the final cut of the dance version of the #TTWE video.

What's In Theaters This Weekend: April 15th Movie Debuts (Watch Trailers for 'Rio' and 'Scream 4')
April 15, 2011 @ 9:39 am PST    Scream 4, Rio, Hop     Allie Basilica    

With only two new films opening in wide release this weekend will "Hop" take the box office by storm again? Here are your big screen options:

"Rio": Jesse Eisenberg provides the vocals for Blu, a nerdy macaw who leaves his home in Minnesota for an adventure in Rio de Janeiro. The film also features the voices of Anne Hathaway, Rodrigo Santoro, Kate del Castillo, Jamie Foxx, Tracy Morgan and George Lopez.

Will Ferrell Finally Makes His 'Office' Debut
April 15, 2011 @ 7:43 am PST    The Office     Allie Basilica    

At long last, Will Ferrell made his debut on "The Office" last night and it was worth the wait.

The comedian began his four-episode stint on the NBC comedy, entering Dunder Mifflin as Deangelo Vickers, Michael Scott's replacement.

How did the meeting between the new hire and the longstanding head honcho go? Welp, if it wasn't awkward it wouldn't be Michael Scott.