TV and Movie News (page 1451)

'American Idol' on an Admissions Test? SAT Test Takers Distraught Over Reality TV Question
March 17, 2011 @ 12:00 pm PST    Jersey Shore, American Idol, The Biggest Loser     Andy Neuenschwander    

Most of us have had the experience of taking an exam and coming to a question that we have absolutely no idea how to answer. Usually it has something to do with a complicated math problem or an obscure historical event, but what if the question was about reality TV?

According to Hollywood Reporter, a number of students who recently took the SATs are up in arms about an essay question that asked about reality TV.

'Vampire Diaries' Spin-Off 'The Secret Circle': New Cast Members!
March 17, 2011 @ 12:00 pm PST    The Vampire Diaries, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Life UneXpected     Andy Neuenschwander    

Can't get enough "Vampire Diaries"? Dying for some more witchy television? Never fear, Di-Hards, for the CW will soon bring you a spin-off pilot, "The Secret Circle."

With some recent casting announcements, the show is really starting to come together.

Australian actress Phoebe Tonkin is the latest to join the cast, and will reportedly be playing a witch in the New Salem witches' circle.

Darren Aronofsky Drops Out of 'The Wolverine'
March 17, 2011 @ 12:00 pm PST    X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Black Swan, The Fountain, The Wrestler, X-Men: The Last Stand     Scott Nye    

It seemed like just yesterday that Oscar-nominated director Darren Aronofsky ("The Fountain," "The Wrestler," "Black Swan") couldn't stop saying how excited he was to be working on a sequel to the widely-despised blockbuster "X-Men Origins: Wolverine."

It seemed like an odd move given that all of his films to date have been projects he has personally initiated and seen through to completion, and when news came through this morning to Deadline that Aronofsky was leaving the production, memories of Fox's notoriously contentious rel

The Price Will Rock: Constantine Maroulis Set To Give Away Special Rock-Centric Prize
March 17, 2011 @ 12:00 pm PST    The Price is Right, Rock of Ages, American Idol     Elizabeth Sexton    

What happens when “American Idol” contestants don’t win?

For the answer, let’s go with curtain number two.

Constantine Maroulis, star of Broadway’s “Rock of Ages” and former “American Idol” finalist, will be part of the big showcase on “The Price Is Right” on Tuesday, April 5.

Maroulis will present the Ultimate Rocker Showcase, which includes tickets to the musical “Rock of Ages” and a walk-on role in the production.

'Firefly' Star Alan Tudyk to Star in 'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter'
March 17, 2011 @ 11:00 am PST    Firefly, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Dollhouse, Serenity     Andy Neuenschwander    

There are often collisions in nerd culture, but this one might just cause a nerd supernova: Alan Tudyk, who starred in the cult hit sci-fi TV show "Firefly," has been cast in the upcoming film "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter."

If you're scratching your head wondering how you missed the part of your U.S. History class where they told you that Lincoln hunted vampires, don't fret: it's one of a series of literary mash-ups that have been brewing over the past few years.

'Winter's Bone' Actress, Oscar Nominee Jennifer Lawrence Lands Lead Role in 'The Hunger Games'
March 17, 2011 @ 11:00 am PST    Winter's Bone, The Hunger Games, X-Men: First Class, I Am Number Four, House at the End of the Street     Allie Basilica    

Another highly coveted Hollywood role is off the market.

The Wrap is confirming that Jennifer Lawrence has locked up the role as Katniss in the 2012 sci-fi thriller "The Hunger Games."

The actress beat out young Hollywood queens Abigail Breslin, Emma Roberts and Hailee Steinfeld - all of whom read for the lead role.

Lawrence exploded onto the movie scene after being nominated for an Academy Award for her starring role as Ree in "Winter's Bone.

'Winner' Like Me: Original 'Glee' Songs Beat Covers, Top iTunes Charts
March 17, 2011 @ 10:00 am PST    Glee     Andy Neuenschwander    

Fans and critics alike have been calling for "Glee" to write some original music for months, and this week they finally got their wish: New Directions performed their original music at Regionals, and the tracks have been released on the latest "Glee" album, "Glee, The Music: Volume 5."

It looks like the fans weren't kidding when they said they wanted original songs, as two of the originals "Loser Like Me" and "Get It Right" currently reign at #1 and #2 on iTunes and "Hell to the No" sits at #10.

SPOILERS GALORE: Get the Scoop on the Rest of the 'Glee' Season
March 17, 2011 @ 9:58 am PST    Glee     Scott Nye    

Paleyfest is coming to an end tonight, folks, but its penultimate event for the hit show "Glee" gave us more than enough to chew on for days more. Weeks, even! TV Line has the full report.

Needless to say, if you don't want to know anything about what's going down the rest of the season - and beyond - you may want to continue on to another article, but the central charm of "Glee" has never been its plotting anyway.

'Jersey Shore' Jewelry: Sammi Starts Her Own 'Sweetheart' Line
March 17, 2011 @ 9:00 am PST    Jersey Shore     Andy Neuenschwander    

"The Situation" has been peddling protein-infused vodka across the country, Snooki and JWoww have books, and even Angelina has an album to sell. Let's face it, "Jersey Shore" and endorsement deals go together like spray tan and Ed Hardy shirts. So what does Sammi Giancola have going on?

Sammi has just started her own jewelry line, taking the fashion route in her quest for entrepreneurial success.

Let the Games Begin: With the Play-in Games Done, the Real March Madness Starts Today
March 17, 2011 @ 8:48 am PST    2011 NCAA Tournament March Madness     Richard Sharp    

Let the games begin.

With the initial play-in games out of the way, official March Madness bracket play begins today at noon on CBS. Below is the schedule for today's games.

Watching March Madness Online: The NCAA March Madness on Demand Player allows you to watch every game streaming live, fill out your own bracket and check out a schedule of all the games. Click here to watch every game online through the NCAA March Madness On Demand Player.