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All About Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's 3 Kids (and Why They 'Work Together Well ' as Co-Parents)
They welcomed Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel between 2005 and Gist Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner share three children, Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel. Violet was born in 2005, Seraphina was born in 2009, and Samuel arrived in 2012. Garner and Affleck split in 2015 after ten years of marriage, but continue to co-parent and go on outings as a Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's romance didn't stand the test of time, the former couple have remained a united front for their three kids. The Daredevil costars welcomed their first daughter, Violet Anne, in December 2005, six months after they tied the knot in an intimate Turks and Caicos wedding. Their family tree continued to bloom in later years, with Violet gaining two more siblings: Seraphina and Samuel. And while the duo split in 2015 after a decade of marriage, they've been vocal about their co-parenting relationship. 'I'm really lucky that I have a really good co-parent and partner in Jennifer Garner, the kids' mom, who's wonderful and great,' Affleck told GQ in a March 25 interview. 'We work together well.' In June 2025, Garner posted a Father's Day tribute to Affleck on Instagram, where she wrote "Happy Father's Day to 3 people's favorite landing spot." The pair has never shied away from spending time together in support of their kids. One month after Affleck finalized his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, he and Garner—who's now dating longtime beau John Miller—were photographed at their son's birthday party. And they've otherwise reunited at school plays, community events, and baseball games. Being raised by A-list actors has its unique challenges, and Garner and Affleck have had to teach their kids not to read into tabloid speculation about their parents' love life. 'We used to have a thing, my ex-wife and I, when they would see something on a supermarket stand,' he told GQ. 'We would say, 'Well, you know this isn't always true because if it were, you would have 15 brothers or sisters or whatever the number of stories is where they said that your mom was pregnant.'' Though the actors have largely kept their kids out of the spotlight, Garner and Affleck can't help but gush about them on occasion. Below, here's everything to know about Garner and Affleck's kids. Violet Anne Affleck After their quiet wedding in the Bahamas, Garner and Affleck had their first daughter, Violet, on December 1, 2005. Her moniker is a love letter to her immediate family. According to People, the 19-year-old's first name comes from Garner's grandmother while 'Anne' is a touching nod to her mother's middle name. Over two years after her arrival, the Air alum gushed over his daughter's vibrant personality. 'She is happy as hell and talks like crazy!' he told Parade in October 2007, per People. 'She has the ability to make me smile and feel so good and be so charmed that, when I'm not with her for a while, all I want to do is go home, just to be around her again.' That same year, Garner told InStyle about how Affleck had adjusted to fatherhood. "Violet prefers him to anyone. He's a teddy bear of a guy. Nothing makes me happier than to see the two of them together and her little hands on his face." Meanwhile, Garner said that while she was excited to explore parenthood with her then-husband, she also had the 'first-time mom' jitters when raising Violet. 'I was such a first-time mom,' she told Allure in May 2023. 'My eldest daughter didn't have a shot. She couldn't have a free thought—I was all over her. I was a nightmare for everyone around me.' But eventually, Garner started to trust her motherly instincts and allowed her daughter to grow into her own, as she always 'had a lot of faith' in her kids. In 2022, on Violet's 17th birthday, the teen made a rare public appearance with her mom at former President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's State dinner. Both sporting all-black gowns, the mother-daughter duo were all smiles as they roamed through the halls of the White House. Violet also teamed up with her dad a year later, joining him at Michael Rubin's famous White Party in July 2023. While the 19-year-old has largely been out of the public eye, she hit a major milestone last fall: She started her freshman year at Yale University. 'It is exciting,' Garner told People of her daughter's collegiate journey so far. 'I can see the stress—even though the excitement and stress go hand in hand. But she's handling it like a champ and she's totally in charge.' Seraphina Rose Elizabeth Affleck Two years after welcoming her look-a-like, the Juno star welcomed baby Seraphina in January 2009. Similar to Violet, Garner and Affleck have kept their middle child out of the spotlight over the years, with the exception of occasional family outings. Like many teenagers, 15-year-old Seraphina balances school with work. "My oldest two have jobs,' he revealed during his April appearance on Today with Jenna & Friends. 'In fact, [Seraphina] just got a job, the kind of classic teenager working a shop job. I won't say what it is. My older one in college is working and trying to get an internship for the summer.' After all, he noted that it'll feel like a 'disservice' to not set monetary boundaries with his kids. But Seraphina's recent job isn't completely filling up their schedule, as the teen is still carving out time to hang out with Affleck. In fact, in July 2025, Seraphina joined Affleck, Garner, and Samuel for a Red Sox game at Boston's Fenway Park. Affleck has been open about adjusting his work schedule to family life, especially after he and Garner divorced and began splitting time with their kids. "My standards really changed. I don't want to go travel and do something if it's not really rewarding and meaningful," Affleck told People in 2021. "It's not like I'm some martyr for my kids. I get more out of it than anything else." He's since prioritized directing work based in LA, avoiding jobs that take him out of the country, or even to other states. "If I'm in Los Angeles and I'm in an office and I'm doing this work, I can step out for the basketball game or the jazz performance," Affleck told The Hollywood Reporter in 2023. "These years are too important. If I miss them, I'll regret it for the rest of my life." Samuel Garner Affleck And another Red Sox fan is born. Three years before the couple split, Affleck and Garner welcomed their third child, Samuel, in February of 2012. 'We are happy to announce on February 27, Jennifer gave birth to a healthy baby boy, Samuel Garner Affleck,' Affleck wrote on Facebook at the time, posting a sweet photo of their son. Garner took a six-month break from acting to focus on Samuel. "Three kids just knocks you flat on your ass," she told Variety in a 2018 interview. But when her former agent Patrick Whitesell reminded her of her creative goals, Garner knew it was time to get back out there. 'Patrick said, 'Either this is the telephone call about you doing Dallas Buyers Club and how we're going to make that happen, or it's a telephone call about your retirement,'' Garner said. 'That was a real moment of decision and clarity and I loved him for it because it forced me to say, 'OK, I am not ready to be home all the time.' In 2019, Affleck told Ellen DeGeneres how much he was enjoying coaching Samuel's little league team, "It's like the dad dream, coaching your son or daughter on their little league team. It's very exciting," he said, noting that he even left a press tour in Asia a day early to make one of Samuel's games. But baseball isn't the only sport the father son duo bond over. Samuel often joins his dad court side at NBA games. They watched the Los Angeles Lakers play the Minnesota Timberwolves in February 2025, and saw the Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors the previous March. Affleck also cheers Samuel on at his own basketball games, where he sometimes struggles to bite his tongue. "I was at a basketball game for 11-year-olds, loudly complaining about the inconsistencies of the traveling calls," Affleck told People in 2023. "And I just was like, 'Get a hold of yourself.' I mean, listen, you don't want to be one of those parents." Read the original article on InStyle Solve the daily Crossword
Business Upturn
4 days ago
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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2: Release date, cast updates and what to expect next
By Aman Shukla Published on July 28, 2025, 18:00 IST Last updated July 28, 2025, 18:09 IST Hell's Kitchen is about to get even hotter. Daredevil: Born Again is officially coming back for Season 2, and after that cliffhanger-packed Season 1 finale, fans are dying to see what's next. With more action, deeper drama, and a few surprise faces along the way, Marvel's street-level saga is ramping up to deliver another knockout season. Here's everything we know so far—from when it's dropping to who's back (and who's new), plus a look at what might be coming in Matt Murdock's next gritty chapter. When Is Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Coming Out? Mark your calendars— Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is slated to premiere on Disney+ in March 2026. That's a quick turnaround from Season 1's March 2025 debut, keeping fans hooked without the usual long wait. Production wrapped in July 2025 after kicking off in February, promising a tight eight-episode run packed with intense drama. Unlike Season 1's nine episodes, this season trims one episode but doubles down on stakes, with whispers of a darker, more thrilling story. Who's Back in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Cast? Season 2 is bringing back most of the fan-favorite cast, plus some fresh blood to shake things up in Hell's Kitchen. Returning Faces: Charlie Cox is back as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, now rocking a sleek black suit straight out of the 'Shadowland' comics. He's hinted this season contains some of his favorite Daredevil scripts yet. Vincent D'Onofrio returns as Wilson Fisk, aka Kingpin—now the mayor of New York and more dangerous than ever. Deborah Ann Woll reprises her role as Karen Page. This time, she's got a bold red wig and an expanded arc that fans are buzzing about. Elden Henson is also back as Foggy Nelson. Yes, even after what happened in Season 1—he's expected to appear through emotional flashbacks. Wilson Bethel's Bullseye is back, now fully suited up with the iconic target logo. He's unstable, deadly, and definitely not done causing chaos. Ayelet Zurer returns as Vanessa Fisk, putting any recasting rumors to rest. Her dynamic with Kingpin looks like it'll get even more complex. You'll also see Margarita Levieva, Nikki M. James, Genneya Walton, Arty Froushan, Clark Johnson , and Michael Gandolfini back in their roles, continuing the grounded, street-level stories. Jon Bernthal's Punisher shows up too, though in a smaller role, possibly as a lead-in to a spin-off special. And the big surprise? Krysten Ritter is back as Jessica Jones , officially folding her Netflix antihero into the Disney+ Marvel universe. Royce Johnson and Susan Varon , familiar faces from the Netflix era, are also back—helping keep that gritty tone fans loved. Camila Rodriguez is appearing as Angela del Toro, niece of the original White Tiger. Expect some vigilante legacy threads. Newcomers: Matthew Lillard joins the show in a morally complex role that's still under wraps. Based on his past work, expect something unpredictable. Lili Taylor plays the Governor of New York and a major political threat to Fisk—yes, things are getting political. Sydney Parra, Annie Parisse, and James Armstrong have all been spotted on set, though their roles are still a mystery. What Can Fans Expect from Season 2? Season 2 picks up right after Fisk's power play at the end of Season 1, with New York under martial law thanks to his Anti-Vigilante Task Force. Matt Murdock is fully embracing his Daredevil identity again—and this time, he's not holding back. Here's what's brewing: Daredevil vs Kingpin 2.0: This rivalry is now political, personal, and brutal. With Fisk in the mayor's seat, Matt is fighting not just crime, but the entire system. Bullseye Unleashed: Bethel's return means more chaos, and his upgraded comic-accurate suit suggests he's not just back—he's ready to wreak havoc. Jessica Jones x Daredevil: The crossover we didn't know we needed. Their personalities clash, but both have a deep respect for justice—expect tension, team-ups, and maybe a few philosophical fights. The 'Shadowland' Vibes: Matt's black suit and some cryptic comments from D'Onofrio have fans thinking we might see elements of the Shadowland storyline, where Daredevil wrestles with darker leadership—possibly even taking over The Hand. Political Intrigue Meets Street Brawls: With Lili Taylor's governor going toe-to-toe with Fisk and Lillard's mystery character stirring the pot, the show's scale is expanding without losing its street-level heart. Flashbacks and Heartbreak: Foggy's return—even if only in memories—promises to pack an emotional punch. Karen's arc will dig deeper into her resilience and relationship with Matt. And yes—this season isn't just setting up the next fight. Marvel TV boss Brad Winderbaum has teased long-term plans, even throwing around words like 'Season 3' and 'Season infinity.' So Daredevil's just getting started. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Squid Game Slays Nielsen Streaming Top 10 With Season 3 Release, Ironheart Does What Daredevil Never Did
Netflix's Squid Game with the release of its third and final season dominated Nielsen's latest U.S. ranking of streaming originals. For the week of June 23, Squid Game amassed 3.2 billion minutes viewed across 22 total episodes, marking the chart's second-largest tally of the year — trailing only the 4.6 billion minutes that Squid Game racked up during the Dec. 30, 2024-Jan. 5, 2025 measurement period. More from TVLine KPop Demon Hunters Delivers a Netflix First While Repeating at No. 1 on English Films Chart Marvel Chief Talks Young Avengers Team-Up Potential, Affirms Daredevil Will Ignore Events of Thunderbolts* Blindspot Claims No. 1 on Nielsen Streaming Top 10, Ginny & Georgia Again Tops Originals Nielsen notes that Squid Game drew considerable viewership from Hispanic audiences (who accounted for 44% of the watch time). Adults 18-49 made up the bulk of the total (58%), though it was weighted a bit toward the Under 35 crowd (32%). Placing a distant second on the originals chart was Peacock's Love Island USA (with 1.8 billion minutes/235 episodes), followed by Netflix's The Waterfront (1.5 billion minutes/eight episodes), Netflix's Ginny & Georgia (980 million minutes/30 episodes) and the chart return of Hulu's The Bear (920 million minutes/38 episodes). Rounding out the Top 10 streaming originals for the week of June 23 were Disney+'s Ironheart (526 million minutes/three available episodes) — landing on the Top 10 chart whereas Marvel Television predecessor Daredevil: Born Again never did during its entire Season 1 run — Netflix's Trainwreck: Poop Cruise docu (512 million minutes), Netflix's America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders (488 million minutes/14 episodes), Prime Video's We Were Liars (420 million minutes/eight episodes) and Netflix's Stranger Things (380 million minutes/34 episodes). Want scoop on any of the shows above? Shoot an email to InsideLine@ and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line!
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24-07-2025
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- The Advertiser
Eric Bana leads picturesque murder mystery Untamed
Stunning lakes, breathtaking mountains and luscious forests are the star of the show in Netflix's mystery thriller Untamed. The six-episode limited series is set within the sprawling Yosemite National Park in northern California and follows the investigation into the death of a young woman. Leading the investigation is Eric Bana's Kyle Turner, a surly, grouchy veteran detective who is still struggling with a personal tragedy and the ensuing breakdown of his marriage. He prefers to work alone, but his buddy Paul Souter (Sam Neill), the chief Park Ranger at Yosemite, insists upon rookie ranger Naya Vasquez (Lily Santiago) tagging along and helping out. Watching Turner and Vasquez's partnership develop is probably the strongest and most satisfying part of the series. The opening sequence of the series is the perfect way to draw in viewers - it's high-octane, tense and shocking. It's also reminiscent of 2000 adventure hit Vertical Limit. While the series is not exactly prestige TV - the writing is a little obvious and the characterisations are simple - Untamed's short episode count and beautiful location shots make for an enjoyable weekend binge. Bana is engaging in the lead, and Santiago in particular provides great support. Daredevil actor Wilson Bethel also delivers a strong performance, as does Rosemary DeWitt as Turner's ex-wife, Jill. After what feels like an eternity, we are finally back with YA TV's best love triangle - Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad. This third and final season kicks off shortly the summer following the events of season two, but quickly jumps forward three years. Belly is now in her final year of college, Jeremiah (who is still her boyfriend) is just about to finish up his college career, and Conrad is off being a med student. The series immediately brings you back to the bright, dramatic vibes it crafted so well in its first two seasons. Fans of the show either go hard for Bonrad (the coupling of Belly and Conrad) or Jelly (the coupling of Jeremiah and Belly), and whichever team you're on, you're going to be feeling upset by the first couple of episodes of the season. The Fisher boys are always making mistakes and failing to communicate properly, and it seems three more years of development have not cured these issues. While the central pairing might have fans divided, everyone can agree that Taylor and Steven make for a great couple to cheer on, and their journey this season is especially engaging. TSITP's trademark use of moody pop songs continues, with the show pulling out a devastating Taylor Swift number nice and early. Episodes drop weekly, so we'll all have to be patient to find out just how this one plays out - and the creators have warned that the show will not necessarily stay true to the original novels. If you're a fan of the BBC Sherlock series, then this new one from Mycroft himself, Mark Gatiss, is sure to be your cup of English breakfast. Set in post-war 1946, Bookish follows Gabriel Book, a bookshop owner and part-time consulting detective (with a letter from Churchill) who takes on a new apprentice of sorts in recently released prisoner Jack (Connor Finch). Despite some gruesome deaths and a general air of murder and misdeeds, this is a cosy and very British series that will be a massive hit with the right audience. It'll be too twee for some, but the clever writing and overall pleasant atmosphere will be a real winner for others. It features a raft of faces familiar to viewers of British telly, including Polly Walker (Bridgerton), Daniel Mays (White Lines), Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (The Queen's Gambit), Joely Richardson (Renegade Nell) and more. There's six episodes all up, covering three two-part mysteries. Looking for some salacious and risque drama? Look no further than Hunting Wives. The series has a smashing cast including protagonist Brittany Snow, Malin Akerman, Dermot Mulroney, Katie Lowes and Jaime Ray Newman, and follows a Boston woman who moves to Texas for her husband's work and finds herself drawn into a new crowd of gun-toting, brash women with a complex interpersonal ecosystem. There's also lots of country music, sex and line dancing. Catch the full season on Stan. The salaciousness continues on Binge with a new season of The Couple Next Door: Deadly Attraction. It's all new characters this time. Trekkies can rejoice with the season three return of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+. There's also plenty of documentary action on offer this week. Netflix has true crime docuseries Amy Bradley is Missing, as well as feature film Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan, while HBO Max has two-parter Billy Joel: And So It Goes about the life and career of the legendary singer-songwriter. Stunning lakes, breathtaking mountains and luscious forests are the star of the show in Netflix's mystery thriller Untamed. The six-episode limited series is set within the sprawling Yosemite National Park in northern California and follows the investigation into the death of a young woman. Leading the investigation is Eric Bana's Kyle Turner, a surly, grouchy veteran detective who is still struggling with a personal tragedy and the ensuing breakdown of his marriage. He prefers to work alone, but his buddy Paul Souter (Sam Neill), the chief Park Ranger at Yosemite, insists upon rookie ranger Naya Vasquez (Lily Santiago) tagging along and helping out. Watching Turner and Vasquez's partnership develop is probably the strongest and most satisfying part of the series. The opening sequence of the series is the perfect way to draw in viewers - it's high-octane, tense and shocking. It's also reminiscent of 2000 adventure hit Vertical Limit. While the series is not exactly prestige TV - the writing is a little obvious and the characterisations are simple - Untamed's short episode count and beautiful location shots make for an enjoyable weekend binge. Bana is engaging in the lead, and Santiago in particular provides great support. Daredevil actor Wilson Bethel also delivers a strong performance, as does Rosemary DeWitt as Turner's ex-wife, Jill. After what feels like an eternity, we are finally back with YA TV's best love triangle - Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad. This third and final season kicks off shortly the summer following the events of season two, but quickly jumps forward three years. Belly is now in her final year of college, Jeremiah (who is still her boyfriend) is just about to finish up his college career, and Conrad is off being a med student. The series immediately brings you back to the bright, dramatic vibes it crafted so well in its first two seasons. Fans of the show either go hard for Bonrad (the coupling of Belly and Conrad) or Jelly (the coupling of Jeremiah and Belly), and whichever team you're on, you're going to be feeling upset by the first couple of episodes of the season. The Fisher boys are always making mistakes and failing to communicate properly, and it seems three more years of development have not cured these issues. While the central pairing might have fans divided, everyone can agree that Taylor and Steven make for a great couple to cheer on, and their journey this season is especially engaging. TSITP's trademark use of moody pop songs continues, with the show pulling out a devastating Taylor Swift number nice and early. Episodes drop weekly, so we'll all have to be patient to find out just how this one plays out - and the creators have warned that the show will not necessarily stay true to the original novels. If you're a fan of the BBC Sherlock series, then this new one from Mycroft himself, Mark Gatiss, is sure to be your cup of English breakfast. Set in post-war 1946, Bookish follows Gabriel Book, a bookshop owner and part-time consulting detective (with a letter from Churchill) who takes on a new apprentice of sorts in recently released prisoner Jack (Connor Finch). Despite some gruesome deaths and a general air of murder and misdeeds, this is a cosy and very British series that will be a massive hit with the right audience. It'll be too twee for some, but the clever writing and overall pleasant atmosphere will be a real winner for others. It features a raft of faces familiar to viewers of British telly, including Polly Walker (Bridgerton), Daniel Mays (White Lines), Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (The Queen's Gambit), Joely Richardson (Renegade Nell) and more. There's six episodes all up, covering three two-part mysteries. Looking for some salacious and risque drama? Look no further than Hunting Wives. The series has a smashing cast including protagonist Brittany Snow, Malin Akerman, Dermot Mulroney, Katie Lowes and Jaime Ray Newman, and follows a Boston woman who moves to Texas for her husband's work and finds herself drawn into a new crowd of gun-toting, brash women with a complex interpersonal ecosystem. There's also lots of country music, sex and line dancing. Catch the full season on Stan. The salaciousness continues on Binge with a new season of The Couple Next Door: Deadly Attraction. It's all new characters this time. Trekkies can rejoice with the season three return of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+. There's also plenty of documentary action on offer this week. Netflix has true crime docuseries Amy Bradley is Missing, as well as feature film Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan, while HBO Max has two-parter Billy Joel: And So It Goes about the life and career of the legendary singer-songwriter. Stunning lakes, breathtaking mountains and luscious forests are the star of the show in Netflix's mystery thriller Untamed. The six-episode limited series is set within the sprawling Yosemite National Park in northern California and follows the investigation into the death of a young woman. Leading the investigation is Eric Bana's Kyle Turner, a surly, grouchy veteran detective who is still struggling with a personal tragedy and the ensuing breakdown of his marriage. He prefers to work alone, but his buddy Paul Souter (Sam Neill), the chief Park Ranger at Yosemite, insists upon rookie ranger Naya Vasquez (Lily Santiago) tagging along and helping out. Watching Turner and Vasquez's partnership develop is probably the strongest and most satisfying part of the series. The opening sequence of the series is the perfect way to draw in viewers - it's high-octane, tense and shocking. It's also reminiscent of 2000 adventure hit Vertical Limit. While the series is not exactly prestige TV - the writing is a little obvious and the characterisations are simple - Untamed's short episode count and beautiful location shots make for an enjoyable weekend binge. Bana is engaging in the lead, and Santiago in particular provides great support. Daredevil actor Wilson Bethel also delivers a strong performance, as does Rosemary DeWitt as Turner's ex-wife, Jill. After what feels like an eternity, we are finally back with YA TV's best love triangle - Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad. This third and final season kicks off shortly the summer following the events of season two, but quickly jumps forward three years. Belly is now in her final year of college, Jeremiah (who is still her boyfriend) is just about to finish up his college career, and Conrad is off being a med student. The series immediately brings you back to the bright, dramatic vibes it crafted so well in its first two seasons. Fans of the show either go hard for Bonrad (the coupling of Belly and Conrad) or Jelly (the coupling of Jeremiah and Belly), and whichever team you're on, you're going to be feeling upset by the first couple of episodes of the season. The Fisher boys are always making mistakes and failing to communicate properly, and it seems three more years of development have not cured these issues. While the central pairing might have fans divided, everyone can agree that Taylor and Steven make for a great couple to cheer on, and their journey this season is especially engaging. TSITP's trademark use of moody pop songs continues, with the show pulling out a devastating Taylor Swift number nice and early. Episodes drop weekly, so we'll all have to be patient to find out just how this one plays out - and the creators have warned that the show will not necessarily stay true to the original novels. If you're a fan of the BBC Sherlock series, then this new one from Mycroft himself, Mark Gatiss, is sure to be your cup of English breakfast. Set in post-war 1946, Bookish follows Gabriel Book, a bookshop owner and part-time consulting detective (with a letter from Churchill) who takes on a new apprentice of sorts in recently released prisoner Jack (Connor Finch). Despite some gruesome deaths and a general air of murder and misdeeds, this is a cosy and very British series that will be a massive hit with the right audience. It'll be too twee for some, but the clever writing and overall pleasant atmosphere will be a real winner for others. It features a raft of faces familiar to viewers of British telly, including Polly Walker (Bridgerton), Daniel Mays (White Lines), Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (The Queen's Gambit), Joely Richardson (Renegade Nell) and more. There's six episodes all up, covering three two-part mysteries. Looking for some salacious and risque drama? Look no further than Hunting Wives. The series has a smashing cast including protagonist Brittany Snow, Malin Akerman, Dermot Mulroney, Katie Lowes and Jaime Ray Newman, and follows a Boston woman who moves to Texas for her husband's work and finds herself drawn into a new crowd of gun-toting, brash women with a complex interpersonal ecosystem. There's also lots of country music, sex and line dancing. Catch the full season on Stan. The salaciousness continues on Binge with a new season of The Couple Next Door: Deadly Attraction. It's all new characters this time. Trekkies can rejoice with the season three return of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+. There's also plenty of documentary action on offer this week. Netflix has true crime docuseries Amy Bradley is Missing, as well as feature film Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan, while HBO Max has two-parter Billy Joel: And So It Goes about the life and career of the legendary singer-songwriter. Stunning lakes, breathtaking mountains and luscious forests are the star of the show in Netflix's mystery thriller Untamed. The six-episode limited series is set within the sprawling Yosemite National Park in northern California and follows the investigation into the death of a young woman. Leading the investigation is Eric Bana's Kyle Turner, a surly, grouchy veteran detective who is still struggling with a personal tragedy and the ensuing breakdown of his marriage. He prefers to work alone, but his buddy Paul Souter (Sam Neill), the chief Park Ranger at Yosemite, insists upon rookie ranger Naya Vasquez (Lily Santiago) tagging along and helping out. Watching Turner and Vasquez's partnership develop is probably the strongest and most satisfying part of the series. The opening sequence of the series is the perfect way to draw in viewers - it's high-octane, tense and shocking. It's also reminiscent of 2000 adventure hit Vertical Limit. While the series is not exactly prestige TV - the writing is a little obvious and the characterisations are simple - Untamed's short episode count and beautiful location shots make for an enjoyable weekend binge. Bana is engaging in the lead, and Santiago in particular provides great support. Daredevil actor Wilson Bethel also delivers a strong performance, as does Rosemary DeWitt as Turner's ex-wife, Jill. After what feels like an eternity, we are finally back with YA TV's best love triangle - Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad. This third and final season kicks off shortly the summer following the events of season two, but quickly jumps forward three years. Belly is now in her final year of college, Jeremiah (who is still her boyfriend) is just about to finish up his college career, and Conrad is off being a med student. The series immediately brings you back to the bright, dramatic vibes it crafted so well in its first two seasons. Fans of the show either go hard for Bonrad (the coupling of Belly and Conrad) or Jelly (the coupling of Jeremiah and Belly), and whichever team you're on, you're going to be feeling upset by the first couple of episodes of the season. The Fisher boys are always making mistakes and failing to communicate properly, and it seems three more years of development have not cured these issues. While the central pairing might have fans divided, everyone can agree that Taylor and Steven make for a great couple to cheer on, and their journey this season is especially engaging. TSITP's trademark use of moody pop songs continues, with the show pulling out a devastating Taylor Swift number nice and early. Episodes drop weekly, so we'll all have to be patient to find out just how this one plays out - and the creators have warned that the show will not necessarily stay true to the original novels. If you're a fan of the BBC Sherlock series, then this new one from Mycroft himself, Mark Gatiss, is sure to be your cup of English breakfast. Set in post-war 1946, Bookish follows Gabriel Book, a bookshop owner and part-time consulting detective (with a letter from Churchill) who takes on a new apprentice of sorts in recently released prisoner Jack (Connor Finch). Despite some gruesome deaths and a general air of murder and misdeeds, this is a cosy and very British series that will be a massive hit with the right audience. It'll be too twee for some, but the clever writing and overall pleasant atmosphere will be a real winner for others. It features a raft of faces familiar to viewers of British telly, including Polly Walker (Bridgerton), Daniel Mays (White Lines), Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (The Queen's Gambit), Joely Richardson (Renegade Nell) and more. There's six episodes all up, covering three two-part mysteries. Looking for some salacious and risque drama? Look no further than Hunting Wives. The series has a smashing cast including protagonist Brittany Snow, Malin Akerman, Dermot Mulroney, Katie Lowes and Jaime Ray Newman, and follows a Boston woman who moves to Texas for her husband's work and finds herself drawn into a new crowd of gun-toting, brash women with a complex interpersonal ecosystem. There's also lots of country music, sex and line dancing. Catch the full season on Stan. The salaciousness continues on Binge with a new season of The Couple Next Door: Deadly Attraction. It's all new characters this time. Trekkies can rejoice with the season three return of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+. There's also plenty of documentary action on offer this week. Netflix has true crime docuseries Amy Bradley is Missing, as well as feature film Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan, while HBO Max has two-parter Billy Joel: And So It Goes about the life and career of the legendary singer-songwriter.
Miami Herald
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Walt Disney quietly makes major Disney+ content change
When Disney+ first launched, it was a golden age for people who loved Star Wars and Marvel content. Walt Disney knew that it had massively popular brands that would draw a subscriber base. During that first year or so, there was pretty much a new Marvel or Star Wars show every few months. "The Mandalorian" not only help Disney+, it reignited interest in Star Wars at a time when the brand had suffered some missteps. It was a return to storytelling that was both grand and deeply personal. Related: Iconic grocery chain makes huge move to help shoppers on a budget Most of the Marvel shows did not perform as well. That may happen because of superhero fatigue, or, perhaps, nobody actually needed to see She Hulk in a sort of comedy. Disney's massive content splurge to launch it streaming service with sort of a one time thing. If you give Star Wars fans a series as good as "Andor" once a year, and maybe one other pretty good show, that audience isn't going anywhere. The same could be said for Marvel, where one really good Daredevil revival has probably done more for member acquisition and retention than having a bunch of shows built around secondary characters Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter But, Walt Disney has taken away, it has also added. Disney+ subscribers, no longer get as many original series based on the companies's intellectual property. They are, however, getting other things to help round out the app and make it a better value proposition. Disney has experimented by airing some of it, digital content on ABC and other platforms. That's something you only want to do sparingly because if people knew they were going to be able to see the adventures of baby Yoda, Grogu if you must, simply by waiting, they might be willing to wait. But, airing selective shows on broadcast or cable, perhaps before a new season arrives, can also sign ups. It's a tricky path to navigate and Disney has also started using Disney+ as a hub for all the content it owns, The Mouse House has been leveraging Hulu and ESPN to build out the Disney+ service. Related: Lululemon makes surprising store move "The presence of Hulu embedded in Disney+ basically from a user experience perspective and the addition of sports content is definitely having an impact, definitely having a positive impact. Not only is engagement up, but churn is down and significantly. And as we look ahead, it's obviously our desire and in fact, we're optimistic about being able to execute against it to turn the streaming business into a true growth business," he shared during the company's first-quarter earnings call. Iger thinks Disney's vast holdings allow him to build something no other company offers. "So when you consider the Disney brands that are part of Disney+, the general entertainment that's part of Hulu and the volume, and then the live sports that will be part of the experience. In a way, there's nothing like it in the streaming world. It's unrivaled in terms of quality, in terms of volume and just in terms of variety. We're very excited about it," he added.. While Disney wants consumers to bundle Disney+ with Hulu, and ESPN+, the company clearly wants to make sure it protects its namesake streaming service. To do that, it has added a daily Disney+-specific edition of SportsCenter as well as some Hulu originals. Iger spelled out the plan to keep Disney+ strong and grow the business. That includes leveraging some Hulu and ESPN content on Disney+ for everyone, and integrating the platforms for people who buy the full bundle. "And as we see it, there are three ways to do it. One is, what we've just talked about, which is to continue to put Disney+ and Hulu together as a user experience. You'll see more of that in the months ahead. In addition, we plan when we launched ESPN direct-to-consumer to be really smart about bundling that. And for those that bundle, the experience will be fully integrated, that will be another big step," he shared. Iger was also clear that Disney+ needs to offer a better user experience. "We're also hard at work in improving our basically the tech side of that business. We've taken a lot of steps already, including paid - including paid sharing, which we're just kicking in with Hulu that's also starting to work. A lot more in terms of personalization and customization, a lot on the ad-tech side and much more coming," he added. Related: Video: Why Costco may not be a value for struggling Americans The CEO also has his eye on the entire world. "And of course, the third pillar of growth will be investment in content, particularly outside the United States where we know that we need to invest more in local content and we've already started that process. It takes time and we don't really end up booking those costs until the shows air, but we're already starting to develop more aggressively in very, very targeted markets outside the United States. The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
