TV and Movie News (page 739)

War in the Alps: 'Sound of Music' Reboot and Original Ratings Competition
December 27, 2013 @ 10:17 am PST    The Sound of Music Live!, The Sound of Music     EG    
Carrie Underwood didn't exactly get rave reviews for her role in NBC's "The Sound of Music Live!," but she did get impressive ratings. Does that mean she's replaced Julie Andrews as viewers' favorite Maria? Not necessarily.

Pre-Christmas Video Sales: 'Lone Ranger' Near the Top
December 27, 2013 @ 9:48 am PST    The Lone Ranger, Despicable Me 2, The Fast and the Furious 6, Iron Man 3, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters, Elysium, One Direction: This Is Us     EG    
When they're shopping for Christmas gifts, consumers are apparently more willing to shell out cash for a newly released DVD than they are to buy a theater ticket for the same movie. That could explain why "The Lone Ranger" was one of the top-selling videos when it hit stores just before the holiday.

Christmas Day Box Office: Bilbo Wins Again, Bieber Bombs
December 26, 2013 @ 4:13 pm PST    The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, The Wolf of Wall Street, Anchorman 2, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, American Hustle, 47 Ronin, Frozen, Saving Mr. Banks, Grudge Match, Believe, Walking with Dinosaurs, A Madea Christmas, Justin Bieber: Never Say Never     EG    
Bilbo Baggins is one persistent Hobbit. "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" continued its strong box-office run on Christmas Day, proving more popular than all the day's new releases. Justin Bieber, on the other hand, wasn't popular with much of anyone.

New Movies Dec. 25-29: Samurais, Boxers, Stallone, Deniro, DiCaprio and More
December 24, 2013 @ 8:12 am PST    The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, 47 Ronin, The Wolf of Wall Street, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Anchorman 2, Frozen, Walking with Dinosaurs, Saving Mr. Banks     EG    
After the presents are unwrapped and dinner's over, it's movie time. But be prepared as you make your way to the theater; you're going to face a bewildering array of new and returning movies this Christmas week.

Weekend Box Office Dec. 21-23: 'Hobbit' Beats 'Anchorman 2'
December 24, 2013 @ 7:50 am PST    Anchorman 2, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Frozen, American Hustle, Walking with Dinosaurs     EG    
The smart money was on "Anchorman 2" to win the weekend at the box office, but the odds makers didn't count on the stamina of a plucky little Hobbit. When the race for ticket sales was on the line, Ron Burgundy was no match for Bilbo and his friends.

Christmas Eve TV: Deck the Halls with Holiday Movies
December 24, 2013 @ 7:30 am PST    Wonderful Life, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Remastered Edition, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Santa Clause, The Santa Clause 2, The Polar Express, Scrooged, A Christmas Story     EG    
If you're looking for something to watch on TV while you wait for Santa this Christmas Eve, you've got plenty to choose from on both network and cable channels. The holiday programming is on the air right now, and it won't stop until long after all the presents are opened.

Miley Cyrus Teases New Nearly Naked Music Video (or Sex Tape?)...Watch Now!
December 23, 2013 @ 8:56 pm PST    Miley Cyrus in London: Live at the O2     Andy Neuenschwander    
Miley Cyrus is at it again. The "Wrecking Ball" singer took to Instagram, her usual venue for half-naked photos, and posted something new...a half-naked video. "'Adore You' December 26th premier on Vevo," Miley wrote, announcing the premiere of her newest music video. Along with the message, Miley included a short teaser of the video, which could easily be mistaken for a sex tape out of context.

Vin Diesel Reveals 'Fast & Furious 7' Release Date, Production to Continue Without Paul Walker
December 23, 2013 @ 12:26 am PST    The Fast and the Furious 6     Andy Neuenschwander    
"Fast & Furious" fans, mark your calendars! Vin Diesel announced today on his Facebook page that "Fast & Furious 7," the latest movie in the franchise, has an official release date.

Kim Kardashian Reveals Post-Baby Bikini Body in New Photos
December 20, 2013 @ 7:02 pm PST    Keeping Up with The Kardashians     Andy Neuenschwander    
Kim Kardashian seems determined to silence her haters. The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star is the subject of a bikini photo shoot released by Us Weekly, in which Kim shows off her post-pregnancy curves in a white swimsuit. While Kim has made a living modeling bikinis in the past, this particular shoot has added meaning. Kim was criticized harshly during her pregnancy for her weight by the tabloids, and expressed her desire to show off her post-baby weight loss after she gave birth.

'Duck Dynasty' Star Phil Robertson Suspended for Anti-Gay Remarks, Fans Propose Boycott
December 19, 2013 @ 8:04 pm PST    Duck Dynasty     Andy Neuenschwander    
Could this be the end of a dynasty? "Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson has cause a major stir with anti-gay remarks made in a recent interview with GQ.