The Immortal Kevin Fitzpatrick was born and raised in New York City, and that doesn't make sense. Kevin wears many hats, including actor, editor, and writer, but never yellow. The best things in life are Back to the Future, beets, Firefly and The Venture Bros. When not picking apart the minutia of pop culture in film and TV, Kevin can usually be found RIGHT BEHIND YOU.
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Marvel’s ‘Luke Cage’ Officially Casts Mike Colter for ‘AKA Jessica Jones’
The recent run of casting for Marvel’s ‘AKA Jessica Jones’ Netflix series brought with it news that ‘Luke Cage’ would first appear in a majorly supporting role, before graduating to his own ‘Defenders’ lead-in series. Now, Marvel has officially confirmed actor Mike Colter will don the yellow shirt and gauntlets as street-level hero-for-hire ‘Luke Cage.’
‘Parks and Recreation’ Final Season Trailer Brings Drones, Karate and…Terry?
The future of ‘Parks and Recreation’ looks especially grim, but only by the fact that 2015 will bring us the last 13 episodes ever, rather than the spiffy-looking 2017 the characters seem to be enjoying. Drones drop off our packages, Chris Pratt has his own TV show, and more await in the first trailer for the final season of NBC’s ‘Parks and Recreation!’
‘The Walking Dead’ Companion Series Set in Los Angeles, Brah
Uncertain though we were what to make of AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead’ spinning off a “companion series” in 2015, we had to admit our excitement for the possibility of exploring a new corner of the zombie apocalypse. Now, the setting for the AMC monster-drama’s forthcoming spinoff has been revealed, and yes, the City of Angels has officially gone to hell. Well...further, anyway.
‘Star Wars Rebels’ Sets Frank Oz to Return as Yoda
Recent weeks have seen excitement for Disney XD’s ‘Star Wars Rebels’ somewhat eclipsed by revelations of ‘The Force Awakens’ trailer, but it seems the animated series will seek to establish yet another major connection to the films. Not only will Master Yoda pop up in a future ‘Star Wars Rebels’ installment, but the character will be voiced by his original portrayer and puppeteer, Frank Oz.
‘Two and a Half Men’ Finale Might Return Charlie Sheen, Teases Ashton Kutcher
We’ve mostly stayed away from any ‘Two and a Half Men’ hubbub since Charlie Sheen’s crazy days settled down, and Angus T. Jones similarly talked himself out of a job, but with the CBS comedy’s series finale firmly set for February 19, we’re at least curious if Charlie Sheen can negotiate a return appearance. Judging by Ashton Kutcher’s coy performance in a recent ‘Ellen’ interview, that looks to be the case.
David Letterman’s Final ‘Late Show’ Set for May 2015
Stephen Colbert has already begun making the final rounds of ‘The Colbert Report’ in preparation for his new CBS ‘Late Show’ hosting gig, but don’t expect David Letterman to vacate the chair just yet. The longest-running late-night host has officially set a departure date for May 2015, bringing an end to ‘The Late Show with David Letterman’ as we know it.
‘House of Cards’ Season 3 Sets February Premiere with Presidential First Teaser
Netflix's 'House of Cards' seemed for a time that it might fold after two seasons, but Vice President Underwood has officially risen to the challenge. The political drama has released its first season 3 teaser, setting a February premiere date for Frank and Claire's presidential ascent, both literally, and figuratively.
AMC’s ‘Better Call Saul’ Clip: And That’s How Saul Met Mike Ehrmantraut
AMC has steadily released bits and pieces of 2015 ‘Breaking Bad’ prequel ‘Better Call Saul,’ but the first clip sets a major milestone for the franchise in place. See how Saul met infamous fixer Mike Ehrmantraut in the first official clip from ‘Better Call Saul!’
The CW’s “Flash vs. Arrow” Trailer: “Barry Has Superpowers, Oliver Has a Bow and Arrow!”
‘The Flash’ hung around this week, despite a “Power Outage” and the approaching holiday festivity, but December 2 will see the Scarlet Speedster really heating things up when Oliver Queen comes to down for two-part crossover “Flash vs. Arrow.” We’ve seen the photos, but watch for yourself what happens when Barry takes on the emerald archer in the first “Flash vs. Arrow” trailer!
Nickelodeon’s ‘The Legend of Korra’ Returning to TV…Sort Of
Fans of Nickelodeon’s ‘The Legend of Korra’ well know the hearbreak of Book 4: Balance, which followed Book 3's exile to online premieres, and only weeks after the finale. And where last week brought the revelation that a slashed budget had forced creators Bryan Konietzko and Mike DiMartino into a clip show episode, there may yet be good news for fans. ‘The Legend of Korra’ will soon make a return to TV, albeit not exactly in the way we might hope.
Update: Marvel’s ‘Jessica Jones’ Testing Alexandra Daddario, Krysten Ritter and More, Plus ‘Luke Cage’ Choices!
Marvel’s Netflix ‘Defenders’ have only been seen through brief glimpses at the forthcoming ‘Daredevil’ TV series, but with ‘Jessica Jones’ to follow, casting news couldn’t be long behind. ‘True Detective’ breakout Alexandra Daddario, Krysten Ritter and more are reportedly under consideration for Marvel’s newest female superhero, plus, find out who’s testing for the role of ‘Luke Cage’!
NBC Cancels Cosby Comeback Sitcom Over Rape Allegations, Netflix Special Shelved
The ongoing firestorm against Bill Cosby has only swelled in recent weeks, as more and more allegations of rape emerge against the once-revered comedian, so it wasn’t any surprise that Netflix would opt to discard the November 28 release of a new Cosby standup special. Now, NBC has expectedly followed suit by abandoning development plans for a new Cosby sitcom for 2015.
‘Gotham’ Review: “Harvey Dent”
FOX’s ‘Gotham’ detects its ninth installment in “Harvey Dent,” as Gordon turns to the city’s trustworthy ADA (Nicholas D’Agosto) for help solving the Wayne murders, while Bruce and Alfred take in Selina Kyle as a witness to the crime, and Penguin unravel’s Fish Mooney’s plot against Falcone.
New ‘The Flash’ Trailer Brings DC Villains, Flashy Superhero Names and More Time Travel
'The Flash' took something of a breather this past week in order to prime for tonight's explosive "Plastique," but the newest trailer for the CW 'Arrow' spinoff picks up the pace double-time. Not only do we get new looks at the likes of DC's Girder, General Wade Eiling and a returning Clock King, but so too does an epic look at 'The Flash''s future tease a new name beyond the "Red Streak," and a deepening time travel mystery to the enigmatic Harrison Wells!
‘Evil Dead’ TV Series Hitting Starz in 2015, Bruce Campbell and Sam Raimi to Return
Year after year, the same-old 'Evil Dead' sequel and remake rumors get the chainsaw gears grinding from the likes of Bruce Campbell and Sam Raimi, but nothing groovy ever comes of it. Well hail to the king, baby, as the 'Evil Dead' franchise is alive and well on Starz, with Campbell to headline a new 'Ash Vs. Evil Dead' series in 2015, and Sam Raimi returning to direct!
‘The Walking Dead’ Review: “Self Help”
‘The Walking Dead’ season 5 brings to life its 5th episode with “Self Help,” as Abraham leads Glenn, Maggie, Rosita and Eugene further down the path to Washington, exposing some of the group's darkest secrets along the way.
Watch Adult Swim’s Insane ‘Too Many Cooks’ Parody
It's Friday, and we're all about ready to check out at this point, but there's nothing quite like a fresh cup of insanity to start off your day, or in the case of some Adult Swim viewers, keep you awake for days to come. Find out for yourself with the new 'Too Many Cooks' video making the rounds, a clever riff on the golden-age sitcom, with nothing amiss about it at all! Or is there? No, there isn't. But maybe there is!
Marvel’s ‘Agent Carter’ Sets Official January Premiere, Plus ‘S.H.I.E.L.D.’ Return Date
Just yesterday Marvel blew the lid off 'Agent Carter' with our first full scene from the new 'Captain America' spinoff series, and already we know when Hayley Atwell's Peggy will be back for more. Find out when in January Marvel's 'Agent Carter' holds its official premiere, as well as when Coulson and the 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' will make their season 2 return thereafter!
Marvel’s ‘Agent Carter’ Clip: Howard Stark Gives Peggy and Jarvis a Mission
Marvel's 'Agent Carter' TV series has unclassified a few scant bits of footage here and there, but unless you were lucky enough to hang around New York Comic-Con, fans of the Hayley Atwell-lead Marvel spinoff series have been left colder than Cap until now. Check out Howard Stark's return as 'Iron Man''s pop gives Peggy a mission in the first official clip from Marvel's 'Agent Carter'!
‘SNL’ Taps Cameron Diaz to Host November 22
Just this past weekend 'SNL' announced that 'The Hunger Games' star Woody Harrelson would return to the stage on November 15, and so too do we know what A-lister will also make a return appearance the following week. 'Annie' star Cameron Diaz will make her own fourth appearance hosting on November 22, but what pair of musical guests can we expect to join her?