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HBO Picks Up Mike Judge's 'Silicon Valley,' Gay-Themed Jonathan Groff Dramedy

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:07:02 +0000

While the major network announcements of the past few weeks certainly stole the spotlight, HBO has a few major new pickups of its own to add to its slate of comedies. Joining 'Girls' and 'Veep' on the network are a new 'Silicon Valley' dramedy from 'Beavis & Butthead' creator Mike Judge, as well as a San Francisco-based gay friends dramedy starring 'Glee's' Jonathan Groff. Preview HBO's new comedy lineup inside!

'True Blood' Season 6 Trailer: No One Lives Forever!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 04 May 2013 20:21:26 +0000

For as much as we enjoyed the recent "Waiting Sucks" teasers and the recent bottle spot, it was high time 'True Blood' season 6 spurted out a full trailer! The latest look into the June 16 premiere offers up plenty of blood, bodies and battles as the vampires go to war with the humans, but how long will it be before heads start to roll? No one lives forever, so check out the badass full trailer for 'True Blood' season 6 inside!

Dwayne Johnson and Mark Wahlberg to Headline HBO Athlete Dramedy Pilot

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:05:55 +0000

After dominating the box office this past weekend with Michael Bay's 'Pain and Gain,' Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Mark Wahlberg are heading to the last place we expected to find them -- the small screen. The body-building duo will reunite for an upcoming HBO drama pilot about retired athletes in Miami, with Johnson set to star and Peter Berg attached to direct a script from 'Entourage' writer Stephen Levinson. But is there any chance HBO would pass on such a star-studded series?

Sarah Silverman Gets First HBO Special 'Sarah Silverman: We Are Miracles'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:23:51 +0000

Just weeks after HBO aired one of its most successful stand-up specials to date in comedian Louis C.K.'s 'Oh My God,' the pay-cable network has announced another high-profile special to feature an equally revered comedian. Sarah Silverman will officially headline her first HBO special with 'Sarah Silverman: We Are Miracles,' but when will the hotly anticipated special premiere?

'True Blood' Season 6 Teaser Trailer: Blood Will Spill!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:55:12 +0000

We've been greatly enjoying the initial 'True Blood' season 6 "Waiting Sucks" teasers, which have offered up tantalizing glimpses into the chaos and unrest of the HBO drama's sixth year, premiering June 16. Now, as the date grows even close, HBO has released new teaser that doesn't offer much in the way of new footage, but contains an ominous warning of the coming vampire-human civil war. Preview the latest from 'True Blood' season 6 inside!

'True Blood' Season 6 Preview: Eric Fangs Out About Vampire Experimentation

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:30:30 +0000

It's been a big day for TV, but you didn't think we'd forget about the latest from 'True Blood' season 6, did you? Joining the other "Waiting Sucks" teasers today is Eric Northman, who seems to have found a new friend warning of ominous vampire experimentation in the ongoing human-vampire war. But just who is this young lady? Check out the latest preview from 'True Blood' season 6 inside to find out!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Spoilers: Weddings, Battles and Bears, Oh My!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:20:57 +0000

This past Sunday's all-new 'Game of Thrones' episode "And Now His Watch is Ended" easily proved the best of the season to date, setting a new standard for action and drama with six episodes remaining in the season. As 'Game of Thrones' season 3 moves into May however, what can we expect from the second half of the season? Preview the exciting new developments and shocking twists of 'Game of Thrones' season 3 inside!

'True Blood' Season 6 Teaser: Jason Stackhouse Is Out for Warlow's Blood!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:39:54 +0000

'Game of Thrones' certainly let the blood fly in Sunday's all-new episode "And Now His Watch is Ended," but even Westeros has nothing on the amount of bodies that look to be dropping in 'True Blood' season 6! And because HBO knows how much waiting sucks, the cable network has offered a new sneak peek of the season, and Jason Stackhouse is looking pretty pissed! Check out the latest from 'True Blood' season 6 inside!

'True Blood' Season 6: Joe Manganiello Previews New Showrunner Brian Buckner "Letting Loose"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:45:49 +0000

Earlier today, we caught our first look at a new scene from 'True Blood' season 6 that featured a major character letting loose some serious anger, but that has nothing on what new showrunner Brian Buckner has in store for the HBO drama's sixth year. Joe Manganiello (Alcide Herveaux) previewed what fans can expect from Buckner's work on the new season, and it sounds even sexier and crazier than before!

'Game of Thrones' Opening Credits Were Almost What?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:08:43 +0000

Now that 'Game of Thrones' season 3 has premiered, gobbling up the ratings with a fourth season imminent next year, it's hard to imagine just how differently things might have looked had HBO's original pilot for the series dictated the episodes to come. New reports of the original 'Game of Thrones' pilot highlight a number of major story changes, as well as a majorly different title credits sequence than the current, iconic version, so check out the 'Game of Thrones' that almost was inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3: Nikolaj Coster-Waldau Talks Sunday's Shocking Twist

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:07:20 +0000

Only three episode into 'Game of Thrones' third season, and Sunday's all-new episode "Walk of Punishment" took to punishing a different part of the body in its shocking final moments. Readers of George R.R. Martin's books may have known the event was coming, but what does series star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau have to say about Jaime Lannister's arc going forward? Get the latest on 'Game of Thrones' season 3's handy future inside!

'True Blood' Season 6: Joe Manganiello Teases Major Character Death

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:55:42 +0000

We're still a few months away from the June 16 premiere of HBO's 'True Blood' season 6, but that hasn't stopped the rumor mill from kicking into overdrive regarding which fan-favorite characters might bite the big one this year. The latest rumors suggest that 'True Blood' season 6 will in fact kill off one of its central stars, but what does series regular Joe Manganiello (Alcide) have to say about the gossip? Get the latest on 'True Blood' season 6 inside!

Best Series on HBO, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax Poll [UPDATE]

Chaz — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:40:07 +0000

There are tons original series on premium channels like HBO and Showtime, but which series is the best one? Updated: April 14th, 2013 According to my original poll last year, which you can see below, ‘Game of Thrones’ was everybody’s favorite original series in 2012. 2013 is shaping up to be another great year for [...]

'Game of Thrones' Season 3: Producers Explain Surprise Character Return

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:40:55 +0000

'Game of Thrones' fans well know that HBO's adaptation of the George R.R. Martin series will often incorporate changes of convenience, while keeping to the canon in a manner that AMC's 'The Walking Dead' often lacks. Last night's "Dark Wings, Dar
k Words" however introduced some far-flung changes from the books ahead, so why did David Benioff and Dan Weiss deviate so far from the book? Find out whose surprise return has 'Game of Thrones' fans alight inside!

'Game of Thrones' Review: "Dark Wings, Dark Words"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:08:49 +0000

‘Game of Thrones’ season 3 conjures its second episode of the season “Dark Wings, Dark Words,” as Arya and her companions run into the Brotherhood Without Banners, Bran meets some new faces of his own, Jaime and Brienne continue their journey and Margaery Tyrell grows closer to King Joffrey.

Last week’s ‘Game of Thrones’ premiere “Valar Dohaeris” saw Jon Snow meeting with the mysterious Wildlings, while Daenerys negotiated to buy an army, Tyrion demanded recognition for his role in the battle, and Davos Seaworth attempted to sway King Stannis back to reason, so what will the newest episode bring?

Read on for your in-depth recap of everything you need to know about ‘Game of Thrones’ season 3, episode 2, “Dark Wings, Dark Words!”

'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Officially Renewed, Earth is Still Round

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:39:32 +0000

Sure, the 'Game of Thrones' season 3 premiere may have garnered about a third of 'The Walking Dead' season 3 finale's viewers, but "Valar Dohaeris" still boasted an all-time high for HBO the network won't soon forget. In perhaps its least shocking decision yet, HBO has officially renewed 'Game of Thrones' for a fourth season, to begin airing in 2014. Find out what's on course for 'Game of Thrones' season 4 inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Trailer: Death Is Coming For Everyone And Everything!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 05:14:52 +0000

At long last, it's here! After months of waiting, HBO has finally made good on their promise for 'Game of Thrones' season 3 with the release of tonight's full trailer straight from 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Does the epic new sixty-second spot preview the new characters, locations and battles we've been longing to see from George R.R. Martin's novel "A Storm of Swords?" Head inside to watch the full 'Game of Thrones' season 3 trailer for yourself!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Trailer to Premiere Tomorrow on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:42:30 +0000

With 'Game of Thrones' season 3 set to arrive on Sunday, March 31, we too had been wondering when HBO would finally premiere a full trailer for the third year of its George R.R. Martin-adapted fantasy drama. Thankfully we won't have to wait long, as we've learned that the 60-second trailer will premiere in its entirity on Friday, February 22 during the broadcast of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Get the latest details on 'Game of Thrones' season 3 inside!

'Boardwalk Empire' Season 4 Casts 'The Wire's Domenick Lombardozzi As…

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 03:45:49 +0000

It's been a good long while since we've heard anything from 'Boardwalk Empire, especially after season 3 finale "Margate Sands" put such an effective cap in the stories of lead characters Nucky Thompson (Steve Buscemi), Margaret Thompson (Kelly MacDonald) and fan-favorite Richard Harrow (Jack Huston). Now, casting has begun as 'Boardwalk Empire' season 4 inches toward its fall premiere, recruiting 'The Wire' star and all-around HBO vet Domenic Lombardozzi for a recurring historical role, but who will he play? Learn the first major 'Boardwalk Empire' season 4 casting inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 2 Blu-Ray: Go Behind the Scenes of "Blackwater"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:30:24 +0000

The wait for 'Game of Thrones' season 3's March 31 premiere gets shorter with each and every passing day, but that lengthy languish will soon be aided by the February 19 release of the 'Game of Thrones' season 2 Blu-Ray! And once we've re-lived all 10 episodes of the season about a dozen times in preparation for season 3, we'll be sure to check out the extensive bonus features and behind-the-scenes explorations, some of which we've already previewed right here. So how would you like to go behind the scenes of 'Game of Thrones' season 2 show-stopper "Blackwater?" Check it out inside!