On International Women’s Day 2021, Apple announced a multiyear programming partnership with Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai.
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Ted Lasso Scores Clean Sweep at Critics Choice Awards 2021
Apple TV+ hit ‘Ted Lasso’ won Best Comedy Series at the Critics Choice Awards 2021, along with wins for Jason Sudeikis and Hannah Waddingham.
Apple Renews ‘Dear...’ for Second Season on Apple TV+
Apple announced on Friday that it plans to renew unscripted series “Dear…” for a second season on Apple TV+.
Ray Liotta Joins Apple TV+ Series ‘In With The Devil’
Emmy Award winner Ray Liotta will be joining Taron Egerton and Paul Walter Hauser in the limited series “In With The Devil.”
Apple TV+ Earns Three Nominations at the Saturn Awards
Apple TV+ has picked up three Saturn Awards nominations from The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, AppleInsider reported. This might not be quite up there with the Golden Globes and other awards the stream service’s content has been put forward for, but no doubt every piece of recognition will be welcomed.
“For All Mankind,” is nominated in the Best Fantasy Television Series category. It will compete against shows including “Outlander,” “The Twilight Zone,” and “The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.” Similarly, “Amazing Stories” will compete against “The Mandalorian,” “His Dark Materials,” and, perhaps oddly, also “Perry Mason” for Best Television Presentation (Under 10 Episodes). Lastly, “Servant” is nominated in the Best Horror Television Series category, opposite such dramas as “The Walking Dead,” and “Creepshow.”
Apple TV+ Shows Earn 11 Total Annie Award Nominations
“Wolfwalkers” the Golden Globe-nominated Apple Original animated film has received 10 Annie Award nominations.
Apple Orders ‘Dr. Brain’ Starring Lee Sun-Kyun
Apple has put in a series order for Korean sci-fi thriller “Dr. Brain.” It’s directed by Kim Jew-Woon and stars SAG Award winner Lee Sun-Kyun.
An Inside Look at Apple TV+ Movie 'Cherry'
Ahead of its release on Apple TV+ on March 12, there is a new video about Cherry in which the film’s stars provide an inside look. Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo talk about the self-destructive love story their two characters go on. (Cherry is already available in theaters that are open.)
Watch the Trailer for New Series ‘Calls’ Coming to Apple TV+
“Calls” is a unique series coming to Apple TV+ told through a 12-minute phone calls. Based on the French series of the same name (Apple ordered an English adaptation in 2018), Calls is an immersive television experience that masterfully uses only audio and minimal abstract visuals to tell bone-chilling stories. Launching in a binge model worldwide, all nine 12-minute episodes are told through a series of phone calls that use sharp writing, compelling voice talent and graphics to aid in transcribing the darkly dramatic conversations onto the screen. These relatable scenarios transport the audience into familiar situations that quickly become surreal with thrilling and frightening moments. Featuring Lily Collins, Rosario Dawson, Mark Duplass, Pedro Pascal, and others. It arrives March 19.
Ridley Scott Wants Jodie Comer for Apple TV’s ‘Kitbag’
A new report says that Jodie Comer is Ridley Scott’s choice to star alongside Joaquin Phoenix in Bonaparte film “Kitbag”.
Apple Awards and Evolution – TMO Daily Observations 2021-03-01
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s latest award, and the future of Apple’s corporate divisions.
Relive the Billie Eilish: 'The World’s A Little Blurry' Premiere Event
There was a premiere event for the Billie Eilish documentary The World’s a Little Blurry ahead of its launch on Apple TV+. If you didn’t get a chance to watch it live, or wanted to wait until you had seen the film, you can now catch up with it on YouTube.
Apple’s ‘Truth Be Told’ Filming Shut Down by Protesters
Protesters have caused Apple to pause its filming of “Truth Be Told” in Leimert Plaza Park in Los Angeles.
Why Apple TV+ Movie 'Cherry' is Personal for Directors Anthony and Joe Russo
Ahead of the launch of Cherry on Apple TV+ on February 26, there was a premiere on February 23. AppleInsider reported on how the story had a personal element for directors Anthony and Joe Russo.
“Like many of us, we’ve had personal experiences with loved ones who have had either addiction problems, overdose problems, even involving death,” Anthony Russo said. “So the issue of the opioid crisis was very present in our personal lives.” “But even beyond that, it felt like it was a very timely issue, something that we really wanted to address now, in the hopes of being able to play some small part in how this issue unfolds for people and evolves.”
Why Ted Lasso Became the Apple TV+ Breakout Hit
Ted Lasso has been a huge, unexpected breakout hit for Apple TV+. Yes, it’s a lovely show, but nobody has yet really put their finger on how or why this happened. (We discussed it briefly on Wednesday’s Daily Observations.) Vox attempted to explain the success.
M. Night Shyamalan Explains 'Servant' Episode 206
Creator M. Knight Shyamalan guides viewers through episode six of season two of Apple TV+ show Servant in a video that landed Wednesday. He encourages those watching to go beyond rational explanations through the characters’ experiences and consider who they really believe.
The Latest Episode of Bryan is The Worst – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-24
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s acquisitions, both public and not-so-public.
Directors of ‘Wolfwalkers’ Plan Animated Series for Apple TV+
Directors Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart created “Wolfwalkers” for Apple TV+. In a new interview they talk plans for more content.
Spring Preview of TV+ – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-23
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to look ahead to the Spring preview of what’s coming to Apple TV+.
Brinda Adhikari to be Showrunner for Jon Stewart’s Apple TV Show
Jon Stewart has an upcoming series for Apple TV+ and he got Brinda Adhikari to be showrunner for it.
'Ted Lasso' Stars to Appear at PaleyFest LA 2021
Members of the Ted Lasso cast and crew, in including Bill Lawrence and Jason Sudeikis will appear in a discussion at PaleyFest LA 2021.
Join The 'Dickinson' Cast to Watch Season Two
The cast of Apple TV+ show Dickinson is coming together for a digital salon, with season two coming to an end on Friday.
Here’s What Working With Apple is Like, According to Ron Moore
Well known for shows like “Battlestar Galactica” and “Star Trek”, Ron Moore sat down for a podcast interview to talk about what it was like working for Apple.
'Mythic Quest' Returning to Apple TV+ on May 7
Season two of Mythic Quest will land on Apple TV+ on May 7, with the team returning to the office after quarantine and a big guest cameo.