Tag: Amazon Studios
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Amazon Pulls the Plug on its Nicolas Cage ‘Tiger King’ Series
Remember when everyone was new to being stuck at home and Netflix surprised us all with the wonderful world of Tiger King? That seems like a lifetime ago, and one of those 2020 moments we’d like to forget. That’s probably why Amazon Studios is killing off its Nicolas Cage-starring scripted series before it even starts.…
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Streaming Services are Making a Splash in the 2021 Golden Globe Awards Nominations
Nominations for the 78th Golden Globe Awards are in, and as you’d expect, a lot of content from streaming services are up for awards. After a year like 2020, it’s no wonder there seems to be more SVOD content than ever before, and the quality just keeps getting higher. Notable nominations coming from streamers include…
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“Welcome to the Blumhouse” Horror Movie Anthology Headed for Amazon Prime This Fall
Amazon and Blumhouse have partnered up to launch eight new horror genre movies this fall under the new program they’re calling “Welcome to the Blumhouse.” The films will showcase rising stars and talent in the horror movie industry and is set to appropriately launch in October 6, just ahead of Halloween. Jason Blum of Blumhouse…
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Lizzo is Headed to Amazon Studios with First-Look TV Deal
Amazon Studios has signed a first-look television deal with Lizzo to create streaming projects that will air exclusively on Prime Video. It sounds like the “Truth Hurts” singer already has some content ideas up her sleeve. “I’m so excited to partner with the amazing team at Amazon,” said Lizzo. “Thank you to Jen Salke and…
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Amazon is Close to Landing Michael B. Jordan Action Film ‘Without Remorse’
Amazon Studios is in the final stages of cementing a deal with Paramount Pictures for it’s upcoming Tom Clancy thriller Without Remorse, Variety reports. If the deal goes through, the Michael B. Jordan thriller would add to Amazon’s notoriety as a competitive platform for major films. This will be the second film Amazon Studios has…
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Amazon Prime Set to Resume Filming ‘Lord of The Rings’ Prequel
If you’re a LOTR fan, you’re probably counting down the days until Amazon Studios releases its prequel series of the fantasy franchise. The only problem is you’ll be counting for an unspecified number of days since Amazon has yet to announce a release date (possibly 2021?). The good news is, New Zealand is now allowing…
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Amazon & Howard University Create Program to Help Diversify the Entertainment Industry
Amazon Studios and Howard University have partnered to create Howard Entertainment – a new program designed to promote diversity within the entertainment industry. The program will provide African-American students and other under-represented populations the opportunity to train with top entertainment executives. “The vision of Howard Entertainment is to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for students interested in…