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August 2025 TV preview: Alien: Earth, Peacemaker's return, and Long Story Short
August is shaping up to be a pretty big month in television for period dramas thanks to Apple TV+'s Chief Of War and a Starz's Outlander prequel. Meanwhile, Prime Video drops a spin-off of The Terminal List's and a new spy series starring Lost's Daniel Dae-Kim. And as far as big franchises, John Cena dons his Peacemaker helmet for the show's long-anticipated return, while, in MCU land, the world of Black Panther widens with a new animated saga. Plus, Netflix welcomes another original series from BoJack Horseman's Raphael Bob-Waksberg, and—in the biggest TV news of August—Noah Hawley presents Alien: Earth. Here is The A.V. Club's guide to what to watch on TV next month. Eyes Of Wakanda (Disney+, August 1) Created by Marvel storyboard artist Todd Harris, the animated series Eyes Of Wakanda expands the lore of Black Panther. Specifically, it focuses on Wakandan warriors called the Hatut Zarare, who carry out dangerous missions to retrieve vibranium artifacts. Not only do they travel the world for this, but they also move through various historical periods via the Sacred Timeline (including alternate realities and dimensions), as established in Doctor Strange: The Multiverse Of Madness. EOW is shown through the POV of Noni (Winnie Harlow), a disgraced Dora Milaje fighter, and the show's voice cast also includes Cress Williams and Steve Toussaint. [Saloni Gajjar] Chief Of War (Apple TV+, August 1) Jason Momoa and his Chief Of War co-creator, Thomas Pa'a Sibbett (Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom), cannot resist a major underwater moment, as evidenced by footage of the actor riding a shark in this show's trailer. The 19th-century set series, inspired by the rebellion against Hawai'i's unification, centers on a warrior's fight to stop Western colonization of the islands. Momoa and Sibbett, who also worked together on The Last Manhunt, wrote all nine episodes, and the Game Of Thrones alum directed the finale. Told mostly from the perspective of Indigenous characters, Chief Of War has an ensemble that features Temuera Morrison, Kaina Makua, and Te Ao o Hinepehinga. [Saloni Gajjar] King Of The Hill season 14 (Hulu, August 4) After rumors swirled in 2017 that Fox was interested in bringing back Mike Judge and Greg Daniels' animated favorite, the revival of the show is finally coming to Hulu. And you can definitely expect the titular Arlen, Texas, denizen to be thoroughly confused by all-gender restrooms, Uber ratings, and modern life in general: 'I don't know how to kick someone's ass over Zoom,' he proclaims in the trailer, 'but I'll figure it out.' [Tim Lowery] Outlander: Blood Of My Blood (Starz, August 8) It wouldn't be an Outlander spin-off if time travel weren't involved. This prequel tracks how Jamie Fraser's parents (portrayed by Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy) fell in love in 18th-century Scotland. It also charts the romance between Claire Beauchamp's mom and dad (played by Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine) during World War I in England. And, thanks to the ancient stone circles in the Highlands (the same ones that transported Claire back in time in the original's premiere), everyone's paths cross when the Beauchamps land up in 1714 Scotland. As a bonus, fans can look forward to seeing younger versions of Outlander faves like Murtagh Fraser (Rory Alexander) and Jocasta Mackenzie (Sadhbh Malin). [Saloni Gajjar] Alien: Earth (FX, August 12) Fargo's Noah Hawley takes over the Alien franchise with a cool-looking and -sounding prequel set two years before the events of Ridley Scott's original film. In 2120, the planet is being ruled by five mega corporations, with synths and Cyborgs co-existing. Enter the CEO of a tech company, who develops a hybrid: a synthetic robot with human consciousness named Wendy (Sydney Chandler). When a Weyland-Yutani spacecraft crash-lands in a crowded city with different alien species—not just the Xenomorphs!—onboard, Wendy and her newly formed team investigate and try to stop these creatures. Timothy Olyphant, Alex Lawther, Essie Davis, Adarsh Gourav, and David Rysdahl round out the cast. [Saloni Gajjar] Butterfly (Prime Video, August 13) At the heart of Butterfly, an action-packed spy thriller, lies a family secret. The six episodes, based on the graphic novel of the same name, center on David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim), a skilled U.S. agent who has been presumed dead for the past couple of decades. Except he's very much alive—and reunites with his now-adult kid, Rebecca (Reina Hardesty), who trained to become a covert operative just like him. Father and daughter team up to bring down the agency that recruited them because Rebecca is being framed by them for a crime. And along the way, the duo attempts to repair their fractured relationship. [Saloni Gajjar] The Twisted Tale Of Amanda Knox (Hulu, August 20) Hulu reenacts another headline-grabbing case in this eight-episode limited series, which tells the tale—a very twisted one, some might say—of the American-exchange student who was locked up for murdering her roommate in Italy back in 2007. This Is Us scribe K.J. Steinberg created the show, which stars streamer regular Grace Van Patten, the great Sharon Horgan, John Hoogenakker, Francesco Acquaroli, and Giuseppe De Domenico. [Tim Lowery] Peacemaker season two (HBO Max, August 21) More than three years after its premiere, Peacemaker punches its way onto our screens again. In season two, mercenary vigilante Chris Smith (John Cena) and his A.R.G.U.S. pals—including Leota (Danielle Brooks) and Harcourt (Jennifer Holland)—battle a revenge-seeking Rick Flag Sr. (Frank Grillo). A big storyline features the pocket dimension introduced in James Gunn's Superman earlier this summer, which likely explains why Peacemaker meets his doppelgänger in the trailer (and could potentially bring Chukwudi Iwuji's Clemson Murn back into the fold). Expect appearances from Nathan Fillion and Isabela Merced, who play Justice Gang members Guy Gardner and Hawkgirl, as well as Sean Gunn reprising his brief movie role as DCU villain Maxwell Lord. Gunn wrote all eight installments and directed a couple of them as well. [Saloni Gajjar] Long Story Short (Netflix, August 22) Raphael Bob-Waksberg is back with his first Netflix show since the fantastic BoJack Horseman. The animated comedy Long Story Short chronicles the Schwooper siblings from (like Bob-Waksberg) Northern California, with the series bouncing between years and portraying their ups and downs as kids and adults. Paul Reiser, Lisa Edelstein, Max Greenfield, Michaela Dietz, and Ben Feldman lead the voice cast. This one can't arrive soon enough. [Tim Lowery] The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Prime Video, August 27) Seven months after American Primeval, Taylor Kitsch returns to the small screen to star as CIA operative Ben Edwards in this prequel to The Terminal List. The new action drama delves into Edwards' backstory and reveals a dark past from his time as a Navy SEAL and special-intelligence agent. Co-created by David DiGilio and TTL author Jack Carr, this show also sees Chris Pratt reprising his role as Commander James Reece from the original. [Saloni Gajjar] More August premieres August 3 The Yogurt Shop Murders (HBO) August 6 Platonic season two (Apple TV+) Wednesday season two, part one (Netflix) August 7 Demascus (Tubi) Necaxa (FX) August 11 Irish Blood (Acorn TV) August 15 The Rainmaker (USA Network) August 21 Hostage (Netflix) August 22 Invasion season three (Apple TV+) August 25 Upload season four (Prime Video) August 26 My Life With The Walter Boys season two (Netflix) More from A.V. Club Podcast Canon: Thirst Aid Kit went deep on female desire What's on TV this week—Chief Of War and Eyes Of Wakanda Trump's Epstein flop sweat finally does Jon Stewart's job for him Solve the daily Crossword
Economic Times
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Ted Lasso Season 4 first look revealed, here's when you can expect new episodes
Season 4 is charting a bold new course, with Ted Lasso entering the realm of women's football as he takes on the role of head coach for a second-division team in England. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Season, New Challenge: Women's Football in Focus A Familiar Cast with Fresh Faces Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads We're not in Richmond anymore.#TedLasso Season 4 is now in production. undefined Apple TV (@AppleTV) July 21, 2025 Heavyweight Production Team Assembled Critical Darling Turned Cultural Touchstone Apple TV+'s Flagship Series Makes a Strategic Comeback Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads When Will Season 4 Release? Evolving the Legacy While Staying True to the Core The Return of Believe FAQs Has Ted Lasso Season 4 been officially confirmed? Where is Ted Lasso Season 4 being filmed? Apple TV+ has confirmed that the widely adored sports dramedy Ted Lasso has officially commenced production for its much-anticipated Season 4. The filming began in Kansas City, Missouri, the hometown of its lead star and co-creator Jason Sudeikis, marking a symbolic homecoming for the Emmy-winning series. Additional shooting is scheduled to take place in London, where the show has primarily been based since its debut in streaming platform also shared a first-look image of returning cast members, including Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, and Jeremy Swift, signaling continuity in the core ensemble that fans have grown to love, as mentioned in a report by 4 is set to pivot in a bold new direction. The upcoming storyline will feature Ted Lasso stepping into the world of women's football, coaching a second-division team in England. According to the official logline, 'Ted returns to Richmond, taking on his biggest challenge yet.' The season promises a fresh narrative arc, showcasing themes of growth, risk-taking, and emotional marks a significant departure from the series' earlier focus on AFC Richmond, the fictional men's Premier League club. Season 4 will attempt to replicate the feel-good optimism of the original setup while diving into new terrain in the world of longtime fans can expect to see familiar characters — including Brett Goldstein as Roy Kent and Brendan Hunt as Coach Beard — Apple TV+ has confirmed the addition of several new cast members. Tanya Reynolds, Jude Mack, Faye Marsay, Aisling Sharkey, Abbie Hern, Rex Hayes, and Grant Feely join the lineup, according to a report by particular note, Grant Feely will portray Ted's son, Henry Lasso, taking over the role as the character is given more narrative space in Season 4. Details about the other new characters remain under wraps, adding to the series continues under the stewardship of a robust creative team. Jason Sudeikis will serve as both lead actor and executive producer. Jack Burditt joins as an executive producer through his new overall deal with Apple TV+, signaling the studio's deepening commitment to the returning executive producers include Brendan Hunt, Joe Kelly, Bill Wrubel, Jamie Lee, and Jane Becker. Brett Goldstein, who also pens the show's scripts, remains integral to both creative and performance Bill Lawrence will continue his involvement through Doozer Productions alongside Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer. Writing and producing duties are further supported by talents such as Sara Walker, Phoebe Walsh, and Sasha Garron, while Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television handle production its debut during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic in August 2020, Ted Lasso quickly struck a chord with global audiences. Its unrelenting optimism, emotional sincerity, and cultural inclusivity helped position the show as more than just a comedy — it became a three seasons, the show amassed 61 Emmy nominations and 13 wins. These include consecutive awards for Best Comedy Series and acting wins for both Sudeikis and Goldstein. The series finale of Season 3 aired in May 2023, leaving fans both satisfied and eager for Apple, Ted Lasso remains a cornerstone of its original content strategy. The series helped cement Apple TV+ as a serious contender in the streaming landscape, competing with industry giants like Netflix and HBO. The decision to greenlight a fourth season after speculation about the show's conclusion suggests the platform's intent to sustain viewer interest through familiar IPs while experimenting with fresh CEO Tim Cook also added to the buzz by sharing the first look on X (formerly Twitter), captioned 'From biscuits to BBQ,' a nod to the show's transatlantic humor and production is underway, Apple TV+ has not yet revealed a release date for Ted Lasso Season 4 . Given the timing of the production start in July 2025, an early-to-mid 2026 premiere appears plausible, as mentioned in a report by Variety. Fans should expect teasers and more announcements by the end of the year, as post-production advances and marketing campaigns roll fourth installment aims to balance continuity with innovation. While Ted's warm leadership and unorthodox methods remain the heart of the show, introducing a women's football team brings timely representation and narrative freshness. The transition allows the series to retain its foundational values — empathy, perseverance, and community — while addressing broader conversations in sports and the show's evolving cast and crew reflect a diversification in perspectives, reinforcing Ted Lasso's relevance in a rapidly shifting media cameras roll in Kansas City and London, the return of Ted Lasso signals more than just another television season — it marks the reawakening of a cultural movement built on optimism and second chances. With its shift toward women's football and an evolving ensemble, Ted Lasso Season 4 seems poised to charm audiences once again, both old and the official premiere date remains under wraps, one thing is certain: Ted and his biscuits are back, and the world could use a little more of Apple TV+ has officially confirmed that Ted Lasso Season 4 is in production. Filming has already begun in Kansas City, is currently taking place in Kansas City, the hometown of lead actor and co-creator Jason Sudeikis. Additional filming is scheduled for London, where the series has been primarily based since 2020.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Martin Scorsese, Ron Howard receive first Emmy acting nominations for "The Studio"
Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard earned their first Emmy acting nominations for guest appearances on Apple TV+'s "The Studio." The legendary directors compete alongside Bryan Cranston, Anthony Mackie and Dave Franco in the guest actor comedy category for the Seth Rogen series Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard, legendary directors who received their first Emmy acting nominations for guest appearances on Apple TV+'s "The Studio," join Seth Rogen's Hollywood satire series in rare on-screen acting roles Legendary directors enter Emmy acting competition Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads "The Studio" dominates guest actor category Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Cast and creative team recognition Celebrity cameos and production details Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard received their first Emmy nominations for acting performances on Tuesday, July 15, for their guest appearances in Apple TV+'s "The Studio." The acclaimed directors were nominated in the best guest actor in a comedy series nominations mark a significant milestone for both filmmakers, who have previously received Emmy recognition for directing and producing work but never for acting performances. Their "The Studio" appearances represent rare on-screen acting roles for the industry read: Emmy Nominations 2025: 'Severance,' 'The White Lotus' and 'Adolescence' to bag big scores? Full list reve "The Studio" secured five of the six guest actor nominations in the comedy category. Alongside Scorsese and Howard, the Apple TV+ series earned nominations for Dave Franco, Bryan Cranston and Anthony Mackie. Jon Bernthal from "The Bear" received the sixth nomination in the series stars Seth Rogen as Matt Remick, a movie executive elevated to president of fictional Continental Studios who realizes he might be in over his head. Rogen also co-created the series with longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg."The Studio" received nominations across multiple acting categories beyond guest performers. Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn and Catherine O'Hara earned acting nominations for their series regular roles. The show was also nominated in the best comedy series category.O'Hara, Hahn, Barinholtz and Chase Sui Wonders star alongside Rogen in "The Studio." Bryan Cranston maintains a key recurring role throughout the series, contributing to his guest actor read: Emmys 2025 diversity report shows decline in actors of color despite historic nominations The series features an extensive list of celebrity cameos, including appearances by Scorsese, Olivia Wilde, Zac Efron, Howard, Ice Cube, Charlize Theron and Nick Stoller. The cameo strategy has contributed to the show's industry recognition and Emmy and Goldberg co-created "The Studio" with Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory and Frida Perez. The creative team serves as executive producers alongside James Weaver of Point Grey, Alex McAtee and Josh Fagen.
Wales Online
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Apple TV+ sci-fi epic that's 'strikingly relevant' has finally returned
Apple TV+ sci-fi epic that's 'strikingly relevant to today' has finally returned for season 3 The third season of Apple TV+'s Foundation sees the Galactic Empire facing its greatest threat yet Apple TV+'s enthralling sci-fi series, Foundation, returns for a third season, proving to be more relevant in today's context than ever. Adapted from the legendary Isaac Asimov's literature, Foundation unfolds an expansive narrative set tens of thousands of years into the future, where a dynasty of clones, originating from Emperor Cleon and played by Lee Pace, Cassian Bilton, and Terrence Mann as Brother Dawn, Day, and Dusk, governs the galaxy. The story revolves around the brilliant mathematician Hari Seldon (portrayed by Jared Harris), who develops psychohistory, a method to predict the future, and anticipates the collapse of the Empire, which would plunge society into a prolonged dark age. Seldon enlists the help of another mathematical prodigy, Gaal Dornick (Lou Llobell), to establish the Foundation, a cosmic consortium aimed at safeguarding human knowledge and culture. In this season, their alliance confronts its most formidable adversary yet: the Mule (Pilou Asbæk), a Mentalic and mercurial conqueror with the power to manipulate people's wills, reports the Mirror. This epic sci-fi is releasing new episodes every Friday (Image: APPLE ) Article continues below Season three of Foundation stands out as a striking illustration of how science fiction, even when set eons ahead, can echo the contemporary challenges we encounter. Echoing this sentiment, Terrence Mann, who portrays Brother Dusk, shared with Express Online and other media outlets: "What happens in Foundation, for all three seasons, mirrors exactly what's happening in the world in any given country, or continent, or city, or home, or family, or town. "That part of humanity doesn't change, the dysfunctionality of families, they're there and we love them and that kind of storytelling has been here as long as the written word." His co-star Bilton, who plays Brother Dawn, remarked: "I think the show this season, more than other seasons, has a very confronting relevance to the world we're living in right now. Foundation faces its greatest threat yet in season 3 (Image: APPLE ) "What we explore this season is the idea that power ultimately shouldn't be held by one individual for too long. "There are elements of the Cleons' rule that are borderline fascistic, they are essentially autocrats. They're, for all intents and purposes, not democratically elected. They're clinging to power, even though that wouldn't be the right thing for them or anyone else. "You see across the entire Foundation universe the implications of that, and none of it's good. It really is war." Whilst Foundation has consistently resonated with both human history and modern life, the Mule brings fresh themes that will feel unnervingly relevant to today's digital environment. "You have that on one side and also another thing that strikes me as relevant is the Mentalic element of this season," Bilton continued. "Of course it is a science-fiction idea but, I think with the rise of social media and its influence on the way in which we carry out our daily lives and the choices that we make being informed by the time we spend on our phones has echoes in what the Mule is able to do. The Cleon dynasty struggles to keep hold of Empire's power (Image: APPLE ) Get Apple TV+ free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £8.99 £0 Apple TV+ Get Apple TV+ here Product Description TV fans can get Apple TV+ free with a seven-day trial and stream acclaimed shows like Severance, Ted Lasso and Slow Horses. Just remember to cancel before the trial ends and you won't pay a penny. "It's not so much that he has a very strong army of people with weapons, but he can get in the minds of people. What you're seeing now, both with the rise of AI and the proliferation of social media globally, is people have a shortcut into your attention and your mind. "Capitalism has taken over every single land mass in the world and now the thing it's coming for is the real estate of your mind. Article continues below "That's echoed in the Mule so I do think there's a striking relevance this season to the world we're living in." Viewers have hailed the programme as "magnificent and majestic" whilst others have described it as a "groundbreaking adaptation" of Asimov's original works, so ensure you carve out time for this remarkable science fiction series without delay. Foundation season 3 continues Fridays on Apple TV+.
Winnipeg Free Press
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Arson ignites the Dennis Lehane-created Apple TV+ firebug series ‘Smoke'
NEW YORK (AP) — Author and screenwriter Dennis Lehane has a healthy respect for the power of fire. He learned that the hard way — surviving a house fire in Boston in his 30s. Lehane was living on the top floor of an apartment building when a propane tank on the roof exploded and started a blaze. The landlord was replacing the building's smoke detectors at the time so none were working. Lehane is lucky to be alive and he credits, in part, the flames. 'If you're trapped in fire — if you wake up and the building you're in is on fire — it's up to the fire at that point. It's really up to whims of the fire, whatever's going to happen to you. And I find that lack of control fascinating.' Lehane, whose literary canon includes the novels-turned-movie hits 'Gone, Baby, Gone' and 'Mystic River,' has turned to fire for his latest project — Apple TV+'s new nine-episode crime drama 'Smoke.' It debuts Friday. The story of 'Smoke' It's based on the true story of a former arson investigator who was convicted in 1998 of serial arson, captured in part after he wrote a novel about a firefighter who was a serial arsonist. The case — chronicled in the 2021 podcast Firebug — sparked something in Lehane. 'I just thought, that's just the height of craziness. Like, you're not only in denial about who you are, you're so far in denial you're going to write a book about what a great guy you are and then use the fires that you set as the models for the fires in your book?' he says. 'I can get in the zip code of that mindset; I cannot land on the street, though.' The show marks a reunion between Lehane, Greg Kinnear and Taron Egerton, who previously worked together on the 2022 Apple TV+ series 'Black Bird.' It also stars Jurnee Smollett, Anna Chlumsky and John Leguizamo, and boasts an original, eerie song by Radiohead's Thom Yorke called 'Dialing In.' Egerton plays Dave Gudsen, an arson investigator in Umberland, a fictional town in the Pacific Northwest, who is chasing two separate firebugs. He's teamed up with a smart but troubled detective played by Smollett, who begin a game of cat and mouse. If the setup sounds like it leads to a typical TV procedural, viewers who stick around get rewarded by a show that gets weirder and more complex, infused by Lehane's attraction to moral ambiguity. 'We walk with contradictions and I think that's the dramatic irony that Dennis is exploring.' says Smollett. 'These people are saying they're fighting to do the right thing and yet they're morally questionable. I think that's very relevant today.' Goofy and frightening Edgerton's Dave, it's soon clear, is not who he appears to be and has an almost superhuman ability to compartmentalize aspects of his personal and private lives. He is both bombastic and insecure, goofy and frightening. 'Taron has endless reservoirs of talent to draw on. He's an extremely inspired actor,' says Lehane. 'He comes at it from the same place I come at it, which is Taron won't take a role unless some part of it scares him. I won't tell a story unless some of it scares me.' Egerton said he relished a chance to show a different side of himself, rebelling a little at his safe, good-guy public persona after the success of his heroic turn in 2024's 'Carry-On.' 'You know what? I'm not that affable. I am sometimes, but I'm not some of the time,' he says, laughing. 'I think the thing I love about Dave is there is a tension between what the perception of him is and who he really is. And how can you ever really know who a person is?' Adding to the series' allure is some of Lehane's street poetry, like the line: 'Whatever you do, whatever you know, however much lifetime wisdom you've accrued, fire puts a lie to it all.' Playing with fire Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Smollett was onboard after an initial conversation with Lehane in which he said: 'So many of us say we want to be happy and yet we are drawn to the very thing that will destroy us.' That was Smollett's entry point to her gloriously messy character. Smollett's detective, a former Marine, refuses to be vulnerable, is excellent at her job, traumatized by a past experience with arson and not afraid to mess with anyone. Early on, she is shown using a sledgehammer to her own home. 'She plays with fire,' says Smollett. 'She's living on the edge and has this mask and this guard up and walks around as if she's invincible because she's really just afraid.' Lehane says with 'Smoke' he's drawn to people who invest in a narrative of who they choose to be rather than be true to who they really are. 'You don't know who they are because they don't know who they are,' he says. 'They're running from themselves, they're running from their true selves. And I felt like that's the interesting story here I'm trying to tell.'
