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Industry's fifth and final season adds Cary Elwes, Dianna Agron, Sam Riley, Jessica Brown Findlay, Luke Manley, Bally Gill and Eduard Poliakov as guest stars, with Zosia Mamet returning as Carmen Dame; Agron plays CFO Skip Binksy and Elwes is investor Padgett Stillman, signaling a new arc for the HBO/BBC financial thriller as it wraps up.
Richard Madden will star in Trauma, a high-stakes hostage-thriller set inside a London hospital, produced by Lionsgate Television and 42 Management; Prime Video will release it in the UK and Ireland while Paramount+ handles global distribution, with creator Geoff Bussetil and director Daniel Syrkin shaping a story about a former marine medic-turned-ER doctor fighting floor by floor to save everyone as terrorists seize the hospital during the PM’s surgery.
Variety breaks down how Prime Video’s Every Year After adapts Carley Fortune’s YA romance Every Summer After, expanding secondary characters, delaying a pivotal betrayal reveal to deepen character arcs, and setting up Season 2 with Charlie taking a lead role. The show adds present-day threads (Chantal, Delilah) and teases future connections to the book’s sequel and Alice Everly, while leaving Sam and Percy’s relationship status open, signaling a richer, more interconnected adaptation than the book.
In the season 3 finale, Rue dies from fentanyl-laced pills after a chaotic night with a drug cartel; a dream sequence foreshadows Fezco's escape but Rue's death is real, Ali discovers the poisoning and shoots Alamo in vengeance, while Maddy and Cassie pivot to renting rooms to pay debt and the rest of the core cast feel sidelined as Rue’s memory is honored in the closing moment with Ali’s prayer.
Elle Fanning, who produces Margo’s Got Money Troubles for Lewellen Pictures, says Season 2 could rework the romantic thread while preserving the show’s heartwarming, family-centered vibe; she emphasizes giving the ensemble time to grow, discusses working with producers and baby actors on set, and notes the series’ renewal on Apple TV+ with plans to deepen characters like Jinx, Shyanne and Kenny as the story moves forward.
Hulu has renewed The Testaments, the Handmaid’s Tale sequel, for a second season, extending the story of Agnes and Daisy at Aunt Lydia’s elite Gilead school. Season 1 has posted strong global viewership and is nearing its finale, with Elisabeth Moss making a surprise guest appearance.
Mahershala Ali is joining HBO's Task for season 2, reuniting with Mark Ruffalo; Ali will play Eddie Barnes, a Philadelphia DEA agent, as the show returns with Brad Ingelsby as showrunner and Ruffalo's FBI agent Tom Brandis leading a new task force, with the season exploring loyalties and conflicts within the operation.
Paramount never made a formal offer to retain Taylor Sheridan, despite their efforts to court him after the studio's merger, leading Sheridan to sign a nearly $1 billion deal with NBCUniversal, driven by concerns over creative independence and perceived lack of prioritization by Paramount.
The creator of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' confirms that Jeremiah's Paris scenes were filmed to mislead fans, discusses the season finale where Belly and Conrad reunite in Paris, and provides updates on the upcoming movie, which is still in early development and not expected next year. She also addresses fan questions about plot details and character timelines.
Amazon Prime Video is leveraging the success of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' to expand its YA content, with plans for more seasons of 'We Were Liars' and other adaptations, emphasizing intergenerational storytelling and broad audience appeal, while also focusing on responsible content warnings.
Netflix's 'Wednesday' released the first six minutes of its second season, confirmed Lady Gaga as a guest star, and showcased her performance at the Tudum fan event, where she performed songs including 'Zombieboy' and 'Goo Goo Muck'. The season will be released in two parts, starting August 6, with many new cast members joining the returning stars.
Netflix has adapted the hit K-drama "Squid Game" into a reality game show called "Squid Game: The Challenge," where 456 contestants compete for a chance to win $4.56 million. The first two episodes feature the iconic "Red Light, Green Light" challenge and the "Dalgona" cookie challenge. The show introduces various characters and alliances, highlighting the brutal nature of the game and the elimination process. The adaptation raises questions about the translation of the dark fantasy critique of capitalism into a reality TV format.
In the fourth episode of "Rick and Morty" Season 7, titled "That's Amorte," the Smith family's Spaghetti Night takes a dark turn when it is revealed that the spaghetti is made from the corpses of people who committed suicide on a specific planet. This discovery leads to a system of incentivized self-harm and a booming spaghetti trade. The episode explores themes of exploitation, cannibalism, and the ethics of convenience. Despite the absence of co-creator Justin Roiland, the episode maintains the show's nihilistic absurdity and emotional tension. The episode's emotional climax features a montage of a terminally ill man's life, highlighting the detours and disappointments that shape a person's journey.
The series finale of "Reservation Dogs" marks the end of a radical era in post-prestige television, as the show closes the circle on the Rez Dogs' journey and explores themes of growth, healing, and community. The dramedy, led by Native American creatives, stands out as a singular work of art in a TV landscape dominated by franchises and marquee dramas. However, the future of shows like "Reservation Dogs" and the small moment for Native storytelling on TV remains uncertain amidst industry strikes, mergers, and a shift towards safe IP pitches.
The fifth season of FX's "What We Do in the Shadows" embraces a hangout vibe, focusing on the mundane and everyday experiences of its vampire roommates. While the show feels less focused and misses some opportunities, the strong cast keeps it funny and enjoyable. The biggest change this season is the fallout from Guillermo's request to become a vampire, which adds complexity to the dynamics of the show. Overall, the sitcom-like approach works well for now, showcasing the fun and boredom that comes with living forever.