TV and Movie News (page 736)

'Superman vs. Batman' Release Delayed
January 18, 2014 @ 6:33 am PST    Man of Steel     EG    
The sequel to last year's "Man of Steel" was due to fly into theaters in the summer of 2015, but that's not going to happen. The anticipated clash of Superman and Batman won't be ready for release until significantly later than that, according to Warner Bros.

Oscars 2013: Nominations vs. Box Office
January 17, 2014 @ 8:12 am PST    American Hustle, Gravity, 12 Years a Slave, Philomena, Nebraska, Frozen, Despicable Me 2, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Iron Man 3     EG    
Critics and ticket-buyers rarely agree about which movies are the best, and this week's Oscar nominations showcased the disconnect between box-office success and artistic accolades. The Academy loves "Her," but before it was nominated for Best Picture, audiences barely noticed it.

New Movies Jan. 17-19: 'Jack Ryan' and Ice Cube Hit Theaters
January 17, 2014 @ 7:30 am PST    Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, Lone Survivor, Star Trek Into Darkness, Ride Along, Frozen, The Nut Job, Devil's Due, Rosemary's Baby, The Conjuring, Paranormal Activity     EG    
Chris Pine takes on the role of Tom Clancy's hard-to-kill spy this week, and Ice Cube tries to put up with Kevin Hart. Meanwhile, a squirrel and a rat get crazy, and another found-footage horror movie sneaks into theaters.

'Partridge Family' Manager Dave Madden Dies at 82
January 17, 2014 @ 7:05 am PST    Partridge Family, Gilligan's Island     EG    
Reuben Kincaid didn't care much for kids, but that didn't stop him from doing everything he could to take care of Keith, Laurie, Chris, Tracy and even that rascally Danny Partridge. Dave Madden, who portrayed the manager of "The Partridge Family," died this week.

Gilligan's Professor Dies at 89
January 17, 2014 @ 6:37 am PST    Gilligan's Island     EG    
After the first season of "Gilligan's Island," the show's theme song was revised to specifically name the Professor. In retrospect, it's hard to imagine that the show's producers ever thought the character was secondary and not worth mentioning. Russell Johnson, the actor who personified the Professor, died this week.

Justin Bieber Might Get Busted for Child Pornography
January 16, 2014 @ 2:39 pm PST    Justin Bieber's Believe     Andy Neuenschwander    
Justin Bieber might end up giving us the first-ever arrest for child pornography brought on by eggs. As you probably now know, police raided the 19-year-old pop star's home earlier this week following an egging incident. Bieber allegedly egged his neighbor's home with friends, causing upwards of $20,000 worth of damage. That felony-level charge lead to the raid, which turned up some incriminating items, including a small amount of cocaine allegedly possessed by Bieber's friend Lil' Za, who was then arrested.

'Trophy Wife' Season 1, Episode 12: 'The Punisher' Recap
January 14, 2014 @ 7:39 pm PST    Trophy Wife     Shannon Keirnan    
When Hillary and Warren misbehave, Kate calls on Diane to punish them. Diane informs Kate she must learn how to punish the kids on her own, and talks her through it.

'The Mindy Project' Season 2, Episode 13: 'L.A.' Recap
January 14, 2014 @ 7:10 pm PST    The Mindy Project     Shannon Keirnan    
Sent to become certified in L.A., Danny avoids running into his father; After inviting Cliff to move in with her, Mindy bumps into an old flame.

'New Girl' Season 3, Episode 12: 'Basketball' Recap
January 14, 2014 @ 6:40 pm PST    New Girl     Shannon Keirnan    
When Jess pretends to like basketball to get closer to Coach, it backfires in the form of a sex stand-off from Nick, who supports the rival team.

'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' Season 1, Episode 13: 'The Bet' Recap
January 14, 2014 @ 6:07 pm PST    Brooklyn Nine-Nine     Shannon Keirnan    
Charles receives a Medal of Valor for the bullet he took; Jake and Amy's bet is up, and Jake prepares to take Amy on the worst date of her entire life.