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'Joshy' Starring Thomas Middleditch Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Director Jeff Baena's comedy will arrive on Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'Joshy' for Blu-ray on October 4. After his engagement suddenly ends, Joshy and a few of his friends decide to take advantage of what was supposed to be his bachelor party in Ojai, California. In their attempt to help Joshy deal with the recent turn of events, the guys turn the getaway into a raucous weekend filled with drugs, booze, debauchery, and hot tubs. Written and directed by Jeff Baena, featuring a score by Devendra Banhart and an ensemble cast of hilarious comedic talents-including Thomas Middleditch (HBO's "Silicon Valley"), Adam Pally (TV's "Happy Endings"), Alex Ross Perry (director of Queen of Earth), Nick Kroll (TV's "The League"), Brett Gelman (TV's "Married") and Jenny Slate (Obvious Child) -Jeff Baena's sophomore feature is a wickedly amusing portrayal of male bonding and emotional incompetence. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include Audio commentary with director/writer Jeff Baena, producer/actor Adam Pally and actor Thomas Middleditch. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Joshy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 4. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Aug 30, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
DirecTV Now Streaming Service Adds HBO & Cinemax[teaser]The upcoming streaming platform will offer HBO content. [/teaser] AT&T has announced a new multi-platform programming agreement with HBO. As part of the multi-year deal, access to HBO content has been renewed across all AT&T platforms, including AT&T DIRECTV and U-verse services. In addition, HBO and Cinemax content will also be available on the upcoming DirecTV Now internet streaming service. "Our agreement with HBO is groundbreaking in the pay TV and wireless industries as well as the premium category," said Dan York, Chief Content Officer for AT&T. "With this agreement, we have created easy access to subscribe and consume HBO's premium content across all of our platforms. We look forward to growing HBO and Max subscribers. This is a first-of-its-kind deal for both companies and a big win for consumers, building off AT&T's industry leading scale as an HBO distributor for the benefit of our wireless, broadband, and entertainment customer base." DirecTV Now will include a variety of content packages, offering live and on-demand DirecTV programming from various networks and premium add-on packages, like HBO and Cinemax, through the internet and internet enabled devices. Beyond DirecTV Now, HBO and Cinemax content will also be available as part of AT&T mobile video bundle offers. Likewise, the deal will continue to offer HBO and Cinemax content on linear TV, online and TV Everywhere apps for DirecTV and U-verse subscribers. "We are thrilled to extend and deepen our valued and long-standing relationship with AT&T by announcing this groundbreaking agreement," said Simon Sutton, President, Global Distribution, HBO. "This deal will deliver the best in TV programming to viewers across AT&T's multi-platform experience. The entertainment landscape has evolved and we are excited to innovate on both AT&T's traditional and new platforms to further provide premium quality, extraordinary value and accessibility to viewers anywhere." An exact launch date has not been announced yet, but DirecTV Now is expected to arrive by the end of 2017. Source: AT&T via PR NewswirePosted Tue Aug 30, 2016 at 09:30 AM PDT by: -
Yvonne Strahovski Joins Hulu's Drama Series 'The Handmaid's Tale'[teaser]The actress will join Elisabeth Moss and Joseph Fiennes in the upcoming show. [/teaser] Hulu has announced the addition of Yvonne Strahovski to the cast of 'The Handmaid's Tale.' The show is based on the novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood and will be produced by MGM Television. The Handmaid's Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly part of the United States. Facing environmental disasters and a plunging birthrate, Gilead is ruled by a twisted religious fundamentalism that treats women as property of the state. As one of the few remaining fertile women, Offred (Elisabeth Moss) is a Handmaid in the Commander's household, one of the caste of women forced into sexual servitude as a last desperate attempt to repopulate a devastated world. In this terrifying society where one wrong word could end her life, Offred navigates between Commanders, their cruel Wives, domestic Marthas, and her fellow Handmaids – where anyone could be a spy for Gilead -- all with one goal: to survive and find the daughter that was taken from her. According to Deadline, Strahovski is set to play Serena Joy, the head of the household staff and wife of Commander Waterford (Joseph Fiennes). Commander Fred Waterford is a powerful, high-ranking official who rules the household where Offred is a handmaid. The drama series is being created, executive produced, and written by Bruce Miller ('The 100'). Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, and Warren Littlefield ('Fargo') will also serve as executive producers. An exact release date has not been announced, but the 10-episode first season is set to premiere on Hulu in 2017. A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month. Source: DeadlinePosted Tue Aug 30, 2016 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
Sheldon Renan's 'The Killing of America' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1981 documentary will be available in stores later this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Severin is preparing 'The Killing of America' for Blu-ray sometime in October. The Killing of America focuses on what the director feels is the decline of the United States. It features interviews from Ed Dorris, a retired sergeant of the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, as well as Los Angeles County Coroner Thomas Noguchi. The documentary also shows several interviews with convicted killers such as Sirhan Sirhan as well as footage of murders and news broadcasts. The Killing of America was initially shown in New York City in 1982 at The Public Theater, but did not receive a commercial release in the United States, although it did receive a home video release in Britain. The film received a wide release in Japan, where financial backers reportedly pressured Renan to add footage of peace vigils for John Lennon as a way to make the documentary less depressing. Years later the documentary would receive a 2013 North American release at Fantasia Festival in Canada. The film uses music by Robert Houston, Buffalo Springfield, John Lennon, Nick Cash, and others. The release will also include Violence USA -- the Japanese cut of the film with previously unseen footage. You can find the latest specs for 'The Killing of America' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Aug 30, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Lights Out' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The horror flick will come out of the shadows this October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is working on 'Lights Out' for Blu-ray on October 25. When Rebecca left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind. Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn't real when the lights went out…and now her little brother, Martin, is experiencing the same unexplained and terrifying events that had once tested her sanity and threatened her safety. A frightening entity with a mysterious attachment to their mother, Sophie, has reemerged. But this time, as Rebecca gets closer to unlocking the truth, there is no denying that all their lives are in danger…once the lights go out. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will include deleted scenes. You can find the latest specs for 'Lights Out' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 25. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Aug 30, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
LG Unveils New UltraWide Monitor Lineup, Prices Start at $599[teaser]Three new 21:9 UltraWide monitors have been detailed. [/teaser] LG has announced the latest additions to its UltraWide monitor lineup. The upcoming collection consists of the 38-inch 38UC99 UltraWide curved monitor, the 144Hz IPS 21:9 34UC79G Curved UltraWide gaming monitor, and the 34-inch 34UM79M UltraWide flat monitor. All three displays are set to make their debut at IFA 2016 in Berlin. "Consumers are adopting a new way of working and playing, and LG has developed our new 21:9 UltraWide monitors to meet the needs of this evolving lifestyle," said Tim Alessi, senior director, product marketing for home entertainment at LG Electronics USA. "LG's innovative monitor lineup takes things to a whole new level delivering a more immersive experience than ever before, maximized screen real estate with unparalleled resolution and advanced user experience features." The 38UC99 features a 38-inch IPS curved screen UltraWide panel with a Quad HD resolution of 3840 x 1600. In addition, the monitor includes two 10W built-in Bluetooth compatible speakers and a USB Type-C port. Meanwhile, the 34UM79M features a flat screen 34-inch IPS panel. In addition, the monitor uses LG's CINEMA Screen design for a nearly borderless frame and includes built-in Google Cast streaming support. Finally, the 34UC79G is the world's first 144Hz IPS 21:9 Curved UltraWide gaming monitor, offering a fast refresh rate with advanced one millisecond Motion Blur Reduction. Likewise, the display also incorporates AMD FreeSync, a Black Stabilizer mode, and a Dynamic Action Sync feature. Here's a full rundown of pricing and availability for LG's new UltraWide monitor lineup: - 38-inch UltraWide Curved Monitor (model 38UC99): $1,499, available mid-September - 34-inch 144Hz IPS 21:9 Curved UltraWide Gaming Monitor (model 34UC79G): $699, available mid-October - 34-inch UltraWide Flat Monitor (model 34UM79M): $599, available mid-November Source: LGPosted Mon Aug 29, 2016 at 06:00 PM PDT by: -
'Imperium' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The thriller starring Daniel Radcliffe and Toni Collette is headed for Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is working on 'Imperium' for Blu-ray on November 1. Inspired by real events. When extremists steal devastatingly toxic materials in order to build a dirty bomb, FBI Agent Nate Foster (Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter franchise), with help from Agent Zamparo (Toni Collette, The Sixth Sense), goes undercover in order to infiltrate their shadowy underworld. But can Nate find the group's leader — and the bomb — before his cover is blown? The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Daniel Ragussis and Writer Michael German; Living Undercover - Featurette; Making Imperium; and Cast and Crew Interviews. You can find the latest specs for 'Imperium' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 1. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Aug 29, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
FOX Sports GO Live Streaming App Arrives on Apple TV[teaser]The sports streaming platform is now available on Apple's media player. [/teaser] FOX Sports has announced the addition of FOX Sports GO to the Apple TV channel lineup. The app offers access to FOX Sports' live events and studio programming. "Apple TV will be a game changer for viewing live sports, delivering up to four simultaneous streams for fans watching their favorite teams. FOX Sports GO users will also be able to watch at a remarkably fluid 60 frames per second," said Devin Poolman, Senior Vice President, Product Development, FOX Sports Digital. With FOX Sports GO, Apple TV users who receive FOX Sports TV networks through their pay-TV subscription can now access FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, FOX Sports Regional Networks, FOX College Sports, FOX Deportes, and FOX Soccer Plus on their Apple TVs directly through the app. In total, users can watch more than 3,000 live events -- including content from the NFL, MLB, UFC, NASCAR, Big 12 and Pac-12 Football, Big East Basketball, FIFA World Cup, and UEFA Champions League soccer -- along with hundreds of hours of studio shows and original content. In addition, FOX Sports GO on Apple TV offers several new features, including a 60 frames-per-second streaming rate and a Multiview Display option, which lets users watch up to four FOX Sports live streams on one screen at the same time. FOX Sports GO is now available for the Apple TV (4th generation) through the Apple TV app store. Mobile iOS users can also download the app for their iPads and iPhones. Beyond the new FOX Sports app, Apple also recently announced the release of their new Apple TV Remote app for iPhones. In addition to standard navigation and playback controls, the app also includes support for Siri voice searches. Source: FOX SportsPosted Mon Aug 29, 2016 at 10:45 AM PDT by: -
Comcast Adds New Original Shows to Watchable Streaming App[teaser]Comcast is now offering several Watchable Exclusives. [/teaser] Comcast has announced the debut of three new original series exclusive to the company's Watchable streaming app. Watchable is a free streaming service available through Comcast's X1 set top box, at Watchable.com, and through the Watchable iPhone and Android apps. The first three original series to launch on Watchable come from Refinery29, mitú and Cut.com. In addition, new Watchable Exclusives from BuzzFeed Motion Pictures, CollegeHumor, Cut.com, POPSUGAR and Studio 71 are set to debut later this year. Here's a full rundown of the original show's available for streaming now: 'Ballin’ on a Budget' (Refinery29): Leading digital media company for women, Refinery29, continues its run of creating beloved content for the millennial set with Ballin on a Budget, which follows comedienne and rapper Awkwafina as she takes to the streets of New York to show viewers how to live the high life on a low budget – such as a day at the spa with little to no cash, or planning a fun first date that costs nothing. 'Cholos Try' (mitú): mitú is the only digital-first media company targeting young Latinos, America’s fastest growing demographic. mitú creates unapologetically Latino content with universal appeal, evidenced by their wildly popular online series Cholos Try, which generated over 100 million views, making "cholos" a household name. Watchable will be the exclusive home for the new, long-formCholos Try, a bold, brash, and brutally honest series following 4 cholos from East L.A who go out of their comfort zone and immerse themselves in cultures and lifestyles across America. They’ll share their unique point of view on everything from a Renaissance Faire to ghost hunting, high fashion to Alaskan outdoor living. Cholos Try breaks down stereotypes, challenges what it means to be different and shows what is possible when you try new things with honesty and a sense of humor. 'How To Human' (Cut.com): Though there are no road signs in life, there are ways to avoid taking a wrong turn. How to Human takes an irreverent look into the many ways we can improve our lives. Part how-to, part scripted comedy, this series follows the ups and downs (mostly downs) of a young woman learning the true meaning of "failing forward." And here's a rundown of additional Watchable Exclusives set to premiere in the coming months: 'Knock Knock' (POPSUGAR): Fashion designer Rachel Antonoff has cult status with the POPSUGAR audience and is now bringing a brand new series to Watchable. In Knock Knock, Rachel takes us inside the homes, offices, dressing rooms, and other intimate spaces of the people who fascinate us – including Saturday Night Live star Aidy Bryant, TV's most popular veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol, and iconic designer Lisa Frank – and gets the stories behind the personal objects they cherish most. 'I Want My Phone Back' (CollegeHumor): In this on-the-street game show series from CollegeHumor, host Alana Johnston and a cast of improvisers take to the streets of Los Angeles to see if contestants will put their mobile devices in the hands of total strangers, for up to $1,000. Alana and her cohorts can log into contestants' social media, taking every liberty as they post, text, and call to their hearts' desire in an effort to wreak complete havoc on their marks. The longer contestants stay in the game, the more money they stand to make. '100 Years of Beauty: How-To' (Cut.com): Based off the already successful YouTube series, this show offers a new how-to makeup and hairstyling series that teaches viewers how to create contemporary looks inspired by celebrated historical figures such as Frida Kahlo, Billie Holiday, and Imelda Marcos. 'LOGAN PAUL VS' (Studio71): Studio71 is bringing social media superstar Logan Paul to Watchable in a new series where he bravely takes on potential life-threatening challenges including wrestling a bear, Navy Seal training, bull riding, wilderness survival, and more. 'Would You Rather' (Cut.com): Which of two difficult choices would you choose if you had to? Narcolepsy or Insomnia? Being raised Muslim or Mormon? Surviving an AI uprising or a Zombie Apocalypse? This series explores thought-provoking dichotomies ranging from the realistically controversial to the hilariously hypothetical. Experts from relevant fields offer their unique perspectives to help viewers decide. 'Am I Doing This Right?' (BuzzFeed Motion Pictures): BuzzFeed's rising star and comedienne Kelsey Darragh will bring a new series to Watchable where she takes on the art of "adulting" or as previous generations called it, growing up. Source: ComcastPosted Mon Aug 29, 2016 at 10:15 AM PDT by: -
'Adventure Time The Complete Sixth Season' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]43 more episodes of the hit Cartoon Network series are headed for Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is working on 'Adventure Time The Complete Sixth Season' for Blu-ray on October 11. In Adventure Time, a boy named Finn and his adoptive brother Jake, a wise, shapeshifting dog, are best friends who set out on a series of wondrous adventures in the post-apocalyptic land of Ooo. The Land of Ooo, which is a mystical place filled with mountains, forests, winding rivers and cities, is home to several strange and unique characters. Throughout their captivating adventures, Finn and Jake encounter several of Ooo's most extraordinary inhabitants, including Princess Bubblegum, The Ice King, Flame Princess, Lumpy Space Princess and Marceline the Vampire Queen. Their exciting journeys together through this whimsical landscape serve as the plot of the hit animated series. One of Cartoon Network's most popular programs, Adventure Time originally premiered in 2007. Since its debut, the series has received critical acclaim, earned multiple Emmy awards and has become an enormous hit among audiences of all ages. Each Adventure Time premiere reached 2.5 million persons 2+ during season 6. Adventure Time was created by Pendleton Ward (The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack) and is produced by Cartoon Network Studios and Frederator Studios. The series features Jeremy Shada as Finn and, John DiMaggio as Jake. Specs have yet to be revealed but supplements will include: Food Chain Featurette; Song Demos; Animatics; and Galleries. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Adventure Time The Complete Sixth Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 11. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Aug 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
