Showtime released the official trailer for the seventh and final season of the hit drama Billions, to stream this August on Disney+ Hotstar in India. The series stars Oscar® nominee and Emmy® winner Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff, and this final season also marks the return of Emmy® winner Damian Lewis as fan-favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod.
In season seven, alliances are turned on their heads. Old wounds are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. Betrayal takes on epic proportions. Enemies become wary friends. And Bobby Axelrod returns, as the stakes grow from Wall Street to the world. Billions also stars David Costabile, Asia Kate Dillon, Dola Rashad, Jeffrey DeMunn, Sakina Jaffrey, Daniel Breaker and Toney Goins.
Since its premiere in 2016, Billions has been one of the most watched signature series on Showtime, year after year. As previously announced, Showtime is in the process of expanding the Billions universe with several projects in development,...
In season seven, alliances are turned on their heads. Old wounds are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. Betrayal takes on epic proportions. Enemies become wary friends. And Bobby Axelrod returns, as the stakes grow from Wall Street to the world. Billions also stars David Costabile, Asia Kate Dillon, Dola Rashad, Jeffrey DeMunn, Sakina Jaffrey, Daniel Breaker and Toney Goins.
Since its premiere in 2016, Billions has been one of the most watched signature series on Showtime, year after year. As previously announced, Showtime is in the process of expanding the Billions universe with several projects in development,...
- 7/7/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Bobby Axelrod (Damian Lewis) always comes out on top.
Since Lewis stepped away from the series in 2021, the original lead star of the hit Showtime series returns as Wall Street savant Bobby in the seventh and final season of “Billions.”
Per the official synopsis, in Season 7, alliances are turned on their heads. Old wounds are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. Betrayal takes on epic proportions. Enemies become wary friends. And Bobby Axelrod returns, as the stakes grow from Wall Street to the world.
Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll, and Maggie Siff lead “Billions,” with David Costabile, Asia Kate Dillon, Dola Rashad, Jeffrey DeMunn, Sakina Jaffrey, Daniel Breaker, and Toney Goins also starring.
Season 7 of “Billions” will stream weekly on Paramount+ with Showtime as well as air on the network, with all 12 episodes leading into the slated spinoffs “Millions” and “Trillions.” Both projects are executive produced by “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien,...
Since Lewis stepped away from the series in 2021, the original lead star of the hit Showtime series returns as Wall Street savant Bobby in the seventh and final season of “Billions.”
Per the official synopsis, in Season 7, alliances are turned on their heads. Old wounds are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. Betrayal takes on epic proportions. Enemies become wary friends. And Bobby Axelrod returns, as the stakes grow from Wall Street to the world.
Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll, and Maggie Siff lead “Billions,” with David Costabile, Asia Kate Dillon, Dola Rashad, Jeffrey DeMunn, Sakina Jaffrey, Daniel Breaker, and Toney Goins also starring.
Season 7 of “Billions” will stream weekly on Paramount+ with Showtime as well as air on the network, with all 12 episodes leading into the slated spinoffs “Millions” and “Trillions.” Both projects are executive produced by “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien,...
- 6/27/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Damien Lewis’ Bobby Axelrod is back in the trailer for the final season of Showtime’s “Billions.”
The seventh season of the drama series launches on Paramount+ with Showtime August 11.
“America, the land of the free, opportunity and self determination,” Lewis’ voiceover kicks off the fast-paced trailer, which you can watch above. “But you can’t escape your enemies … because I’m back now, and I’m wide awake.”
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Lewis’ return as Axelrod comes following his break from the show after Season 5. The “Homeland” star and Emmy winner rejoins Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff.
Showtime previously announced the final season with its streaming launch date as well as its on-air debut Sunday, August 13, at 8 p.m. Et/Pt. Season 7 will contain 12 episodes.
“We’re gonna hold the rich and powerful and criminal accountable for...
The seventh season of the drama series launches on Paramount+ with Showtime August 11.
“America, the land of the free, opportunity and self determination,” Lewis’ voiceover kicks off the fast-paced trailer, which you can watch above. “But you can’t escape your enemies … because I’m back now, and I’m wide awake.”
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Lewis’ return as Axelrod comes following his break from the show after Season 5. The “Homeland” star and Emmy winner rejoins Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff.
Showtime previously announced the final season with its streaming launch date as well as its on-air debut Sunday, August 13, at 8 p.m. Et/Pt. Season 7 will contain 12 episodes.
“We’re gonna hold the rich and powerful and criminal accountable for...
- 6/27/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
(L-r): Daniel Breaker as Roger “Scooter” Dunbar, Corey Stoll as Mike Prince, Toney Goins as Philip Charyn, Damian Lewis as Bobby “Axe” Axelrod, Asia Kate Dillon as Taylor Mason, David Costabile as Mike ‘Wags’ Wagner, Paul Giamatti as Chuck Rhoades, Maggie Siff as Wendy Rhoades, Sakina Jaffrey as Daevisha ‘Dave’ Mahar, Dola Rashad as Kate Sacker and Jeffrey DeMunn as Chuck Rhoades, Sr. in Billions, Season 7. Photo Credit: Mark Seliger/Showtime. Showtime has announced that the acclaimed drama series Billions will return for its seventh and final season streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, August 11 before making its on-air debut Sunday, August 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime. Starring Oscar(R) nominee and Emmy(R) winner Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff, the 12-episode final season also marks the return of Emmy(R) winner Damian Lewis as fan-favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod. “Billions has deftly explored power,...
- 6/16/2023
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Showtime series “Billions” will return for its seventh and final season streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, August 11, and make its on-air debut Sunday, August 13, at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, the cabler announced on Thursday.
The 12-episode season also marks the return of Damian Lewis as Bobby “Axe” Axelrod. Lewis, an Emmy winner for his role as Nicholas Brody on “Homeland,” left the series after Season 5.
He rejoins “Billions” cast regulars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll, and Maggie Siff.
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“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” said Chris McCarthy, president & CEO of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks.
“This final season is packed full of the incredible, complex dialogue and character...
The 12-episode season also marks the return of Damian Lewis as Bobby “Axe” Axelrod. Lewis, an Emmy winner for his role as Nicholas Brody on “Homeland,” left the series after Season 5.
He rejoins “Billions” cast regulars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll, and Maggie Siff.
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“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” said Chris McCarthy, president & CEO of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks.
“This final season is packed full of the incredible, complex dialogue and character...
- 6/15/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
“Billions” will officially end with Season 7 at Showtime.
The show, which is set in the world of high finance and politics, originally debuted on the premium cabler in 2016. Season 7 will consist of 12 episodes and is set to debut on Paramount+ with Showtime on August 11 before making its linear debut August 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” said Chris McCarthy, President & CEO of Showtime, MTV Entertainment Studios, and Paramount Media Networks. “This final season is packed full of the incredible, complex dialogue and character dynamics fans have come to love, and we are thrilled to partner with them on turning this hit series into a global franchise.”
Dan Soder, who has played Mafee on the drama series since it began,...
The show, which is set in the world of high finance and politics, originally debuted on the premium cabler in 2016. Season 7 will consist of 12 episodes and is set to debut on Paramount+ with Showtime on August 11 before making its linear debut August 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” said Chris McCarthy, President & CEO of Showtime, MTV Entertainment Studios, and Paramount Media Networks. “This final season is packed full of the incredible, complex dialogue and character dynamics fans have come to love, and we are thrilled to partner with them on turning this hit series into a global franchise.”
Dan Soder, who has played Mafee on the drama series since it began,...
- 6/15/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
“Billions” has signed its final check.
The Showtime series will conclude after seven seasons, as announced by the network. The final season is set to premiere August 11 on Paramount+ with Showtime before making its on-air debut Sunday, August 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
Original lead star Damian Lewis will return as fan-favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod for the final installment of the Showtime tentpole series, which co-stars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff. “Billions” is created by executive producers Brian Koppelman and David Levien, along with Andrew Ross Sorkin. Beth Schacter serves as showrunner and executive producer.
“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” Chris McCarthy, President & CEO of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks, said in a statement.
The Showtime series will conclude after seven seasons, as announced by the network. The final season is set to premiere August 11 on Paramount+ with Showtime before making its on-air debut Sunday, August 13 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
Original lead star Damian Lewis will return as fan-favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod for the final installment of the Showtime tentpole series, which co-stars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff. “Billions” is created by executive producers Brian Koppelman and David Levien, along with Andrew Ross Sorkin. Beth Schacter serves as showrunner and executive producer.
“‘Billions’ has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit, but also defined its own genre thanks to the creative brain trust of Brian and David,” Chris McCarthy, President & CEO of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks, said in a statement.
- 6/15/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
It’s official. Billions will end with its upcoming seventh season.
Showtime confirmed Thursday that the seventh season will be the last for the hit drama series, and announced the premiere date. The first episode will stream on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, August 11, before making its on-air debut at 8 p.m. Sunday, August 13, on Showtime. Subsequent episodes will roll out weekly.
Series star Dan Soder previously let it slip during an appearance on NBC Sports Chicago’s Football Night that Season 7 would be the last, and Showtime confirmed that today.
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As we previously reported, Emmy winner Damian Lewis will return for the 12-episode final season as fan favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod, joining series stars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff.
“Billions has deftly explored power, money and greed in a way that not only made it a massive hit,...
Showtime confirmed Thursday that the seventh season will be the last for the hit drama series, and announced the premiere date. The first episode will stream on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, August 11, before making its on-air debut at 8 p.m. Sunday, August 13, on Showtime. Subsequent episodes will roll out weekly.
Series star Dan Soder previously let it slip during an appearance on NBC Sports Chicago’s Football Night that Season 7 would be the last, and Showtime confirmed that today.
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As we previously reported, Emmy winner Damian Lewis will return for the 12-episode final season as fan favorite Bobby “Axe” Axelrod, joining series stars Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff.
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- 6/15/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Creatives are burning with rage over Hollywood’s hottest new trend: streaming platforms’ habit of canceling finished films and TV series before they’ve aired or pulling projects from platforms and shelving them indefinitely.
The Hollywood Reporter has been asking around about the effects of consolidation, budget cuts and tax write-offs kneecapping projects like Batgirl, Snowpiercer, Scoob!: Holiday Haunt and Westworld, among others. It’s happening all over town as entertainment companies have been forced to contend with consolidation, inflation, a possible recession and a constant chase for subscribers.
“It’s been horrifying,” prolific creator Rian Johnson (Glass Onion) tells THR. “The fact that it’s becoming common practice is terrible and adds to the awfulness. In the history of the business, there has been a constant evolution of horrible things.”
Last month, THR reported that two Netflix feature films were up for grabs after the streamer opted not to distribute the films.
The Hollywood Reporter has been asking around about the effects of consolidation, budget cuts and tax write-offs kneecapping projects like Batgirl, Snowpiercer, Scoob!: Holiday Haunt and Westworld, among others. It’s happening all over town as entertainment companies have been forced to contend with consolidation, inflation, a possible recession and a constant chase for subscribers.
“It’s been horrifying,” prolific creator Rian Johnson (Glass Onion) tells THR. “The fact that it’s becoming common practice is terrible and adds to the awfulness. In the history of the business, there has been a constant evolution of horrible things.”
Last month, THR reported that two Netflix feature films were up for grabs after the streamer opted not to distribute the films.
- 2/25/2023
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In a surprising move, Netflix has decided not to release the completed genre films The Inheritance (directed by Alejandro Brugués) and House/Wife (directed by Danis Goulet) as Netflix Originals. Thankfully, this isn’t a situation like Warner Bros. deciding to scrap Batgirl instead of going through with its release. The filmmakers behind these two projects will be able to try to find a new home for them… and the search is already underway. The Hollywood Reporter hasn’t been able to dig up any information on why Netflix decided not to release either of the two movies.
Scripted by Joe Russo and Chris Lamont and produced by Paul Schiff, The Inheritance stars Bob Gunton, Peyton List, Austin Stowell, Briana Middleton, David Walton, Reese Alexander, and Rachel Nichols. The story takes place on the eve of billionaire Charles Abernathy 75th birthday, when he invites his four estranged children back home out...
Scripted by Joe Russo and Chris Lamont and produced by Paul Schiff, The Inheritance stars Bob Gunton, Peyton List, Austin Stowell, Briana Middleton, David Walton, Reese Alexander, and Rachel Nichols. The story takes place on the eve of billionaire Charles Abernathy 75th birthday, when he invites his four estranged children back home out...
- 1/31/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
A trend among entertainment companies as Hollywood continues its will-they/won’t-they relationship with a possible recession is the unloading of completed projects. The move has been seen across the industry, from AMC+ to Parmaount+ and Disney to HBO Max. Now The Hollywood Reporter has learned of two completed Netflix feature films, The Inheritance and House/Wife, that will no longer be distributed by the streamer, with filmmakers shopping them elsewhere for distribution.
The Inheritance, directed by Alejandro Brugués and produced by Paul Schiff, and House/Wife, from director Danis Goulet and producers Tripp Vinson and Daniel Bekerman, are genre films that were set to be released by Netflix, which will now no longer move forward with the movies.
In the summer, HBO Max made the announcement that the DC feature film Batgirl and the animated movie Scoob!: Holiday Haunt would be shelved after both had completed production. At the time,...
The Inheritance, directed by Alejandro Brugués and produced by Paul Schiff, and House/Wife, from director Danis Goulet and producers Tripp Vinson and Daniel Bekerman, are genre films that were set to be released by Netflix, which will now no longer move forward with the movies.
In the summer, HBO Max made the announcement that the DC feature film Batgirl and the animated movie Scoob!: Holiday Haunt would be shelved after both had completed production. At the time,...
- 1/27/2023
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Universal Pictures has acquired the action-comedy Regulators, starring Nicky Jam, who is also producing via music label La Industria, Inc.
The deal followed multiple studio bids for the Westbrook Studios project. Story details are being kept under wraps.
Brooks McLaren and D.J. Cotrona are attached to write the screenplay based on their pitch to the studio. The two have already appeared on the Black List for their action script Fight or Flight.
In addition to Jam, Will Smith, Jon Mone, Miguel Melendez and Heather Washington will produce the feature for Westbrook Studios, alongside Juan Diego Medina and Lorenzo Braun for La Industria, Inc. / Three Six Zero.
Universal EVP of production Jay Polidoro will oversee the project for the studio.
Jam, a singer-songwriter, rapper and actor, appeared in Bad Boys for Life. The global Latin music star has also appeared in his own TV series, El Ganador, and online show The Rockstar.
The deal followed multiple studio bids for the Westbrook Studios project. Story details are being kept under wraps.
Brooks McLaren and D.J. Cotrona are attached to write the screenplay based on their pitch to the studio. The two have already appeared on the Black List for their action script Fight or Flight.
In addition to Jam, Will Smith, Jon Mone, Miguel Melendez and Heather Washington will produce the feature for Westbrook Studios, alongside Juan Diego Medina and Lorenzo Braun for La Industria, Inc. / Three Six Zero.
Universal EVP of production Jay Polidoro will oversee the project for the studio.
Jam, a singer-songwriter, rapper and actor, appeared in Bad Boys for Life. The global Latin music star has also appeared in his own TV series, El Ganador, and online show The Rockstar.
- 9/26/2022
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
For fans of Showtime’s drama Billions, the upcoming Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber may familiar in more ways than one – from the story of a striving entrepreneur looking to shake up their industry, to some of the talent that appears throughout the second. During a TCA panel on Wednesday, executive producers Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter said that they also felt the similarities upon depicting the rise of Uber for Showtime.
“Our voice is our voice, and that’s not an intentional thing,” said Koppelman. “Everybody who does this for a while…[is] working from the place that they’re most connected to.”
Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Uma Thurman and Kyle Chandler, Showtime’s Super Pumped tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. The series is based...
“Our voice is our voice, and that’s not an intentional thing,” said Koppelman. “Everybody who does this for a while…[is] working from the place that they’re most connected to.”
Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Uma Thurman and Kyle Chandler, Showtime’s Super Pumped tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. The series is based...
- 2/23/2022
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Quentin Tarantino is set as the narrator for the first season of Showtime’s anthology series Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber. The project reunites the Oscar-winning filmmaker with his Kill Bill star Uma Thurman, who is playing Arianna Huffington.
The series’ first installment, based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars as Travis Kalanick, its hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup. The Battle for Uber is set to debut on at 10 p.m. February 27.
The series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien also stars Kyle Chandler, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Elisabeth Shue and more. Koppelman, Levien and Beth Schacter exec produced, wrote and served as showrunners, with Paul Schiff, Stephen Schiff...
The series’ first installment, based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars as Travis Kalanick, its hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup. The Battle for Uber is set to debut on at 10 p.m. February 27.
The series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien also stars Kyle Chandler, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Elisabeth Shue and more. Koppelman, Levien and Beth Schacter exec produced, wrote and served as showrunners, with Paul Schiff, Stephen Schiff...
- 2/16/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Let the Facebook wars begin.
Showtime will tackle the topic of the social media platform after renewing its anthology series Super Pumped for a second season. The premium network is basing the Season 2 of the show from Billions exec producers Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter on Mike Isaac’s upcoming book.
The news comes days after rival HBO closed a deal for Doomsday Machine, a limited series about the embattled tech giant with Claire Foy attached to star as COO Sheryl Sandberg.
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The second season of Super Pumped will focus on the relationship between Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg, which is at the center of its transition from groundbreaking startup to the power it has become and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.
Each season of Super Pumped features a new cast of actors...
Showtime will tackle the topic of the social media platform after renewing its anthology series Super Pumped for a second season. The premium network is basing the Season 2 of the show from Billions exec producers Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter on Mike Isaac’s upcoming book.
The news comes days after rival HBO closed a deal for Doomsday Machine, a limited series about the embattled tech giant with Claire Foy attached to star as COO Sheryl Sandberg.
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The second season of Super Pumped will focus on the relationship between Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg, which is at the center of its transition from groundbreaking startup to the power it has become and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.
Each season of Super Pumped features a new cast of actors...
- 2/15/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The business anthology series “Super Pumped” has been renewed for Season 2 at Showtime.
The news was announced as part of the ViacomCBS investor day presentation. Each season of the show will focus on a different major story from the world of business. The first season, which focuses on the rise of Uber, will debut on Showtime on Feb. 27. It is based on the Mike Isaac book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.”
The second season will be based on Isaac’s upcoming book about Facebook and its transition from startup to social media powerhouse. It will focus the relationship at the center of that metamorphosis, between Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg, and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.
“Super Pumped” hails from writers Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Beth Shacter, the team behind the network’s hit series “Billions.” All three also serve as executive producers and co-showrunners on “Super Pumped.
The news was announced as part of the ViacomCBS investor day presentation. Each season of the show will focus on a different major story from the world of business. The first season, which focuses on the rise of Uber, will debut on Showtime on Feb. 27. It is based on the Mike Isaac book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.”
The second season will be based on Isaac’s upcoming book about Facebook and its transition from startup to social media powerhouse. It will focus the relationship at the center of that metamorphosis, between Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg, and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.
“Super Pumped” hails from writers Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Beth Shacter, the team behind the network’s hit series “Billions.” All three also serve as executive producers and co-showrunners on “Super Pumped.
- 2/15/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime is so pumped about “Super Pumped,” that it’s renewed the anthology series for a second season, ahead of the show’s Feb. 27 premiere.
The premium cable network announced news of the renewal Tuesday afternoon, saying it plans to pick up a second season that is currently untitled. Season 2 will center on the relationship between Facebook leaders Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg – and “the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.”
The season will be based on technology journalist Mike Isaac’s upcoming book chronicling the drama behind the scenes as Facebook rose to global domination.
Each season of the series will feature an entirely new cast, as it delves into a story that rocked the business world to its core.
Season 1, titled “Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber,” is based on Isaac’s 2019 book by the same name and tells the story of ride-sharing company that...
The premium cable network announced news of the renewal Tuesday afternoon, saying it plans to pick up a second season that is currently untitled. Season 2 will center on the relationship between Facebook leaders Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg – and “the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result.”
The season will be based on technology journalist Mike Isaac’s upcoming book chronicling the drama behind the scenes as Facebook rose to global domination.
Each season of the series will feature an entirely new cast, as it delves into a story that rocked the business world to its core.
Season 1, titled “Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber,” is based on Isaac’s 2019 book by the same name and tells the story of ride-sharing company that...
- 2/15/2022
- The Wrap
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is brash and bullish as former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick in the trailer for Showtime’s “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber,” which debuted on Thursday.
The series from “Billions” duo Brian Koppelman and David Levien and Beth Schacter (“Soundtrack”) tells the story of Kalanick, who was “one of Silicon Valley’s most successful and most destructive unicorns,” according to Showtime’s press release.
Kyle Chandler stars as his mentor Bill Gurley, the venture capitalist who funded Uber’s success.
“We are disruptors. We are kings, gods,” Gordon-Levitt declares in the trailer as Uber takes off. But when things start to fall apart and a colleague tells him, “I’m going to side with the company, ” he yells, “I Am the company.” In another scene, he threatens, “Disloyalty needs to be punished.”
We also see Uma Thurman sporting a wig, an accent and an attitude as Arianna Huffington.
The series from “Billions” duo Brian Koppelman and David Levien and Beth Schacter (“Soundtrack”) tells the story of Kalanick, who was “one of Silicon Valley’s most successful and most destructive unicorns,” according to Showtime’s press release.
Kyle Chandler stars as his mentor Bill Gurley, the venture capitalist who funded Uber’s success.
“We are disruptors. We are kings, gods,” Gordon-Levitt declares in the trailer as Uber takes off. But when things start to fall apart and a colleague tells him, “I’m going to side with the company, ” he yells, “I Am the company.” In another scene, he threatens, “Disloyalty needs to be punished.”
We also see Uma Thurman sporting a wig, an accent and an attitude as Arianna Huffington.
- 1/27/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Showtime’s anthology series Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber is set to debut on Feb. 27, 2022, at 10 p.m. Et/Pt.
The first season, based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book of the same name, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Each season of Super Pumped will explore a story that rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.
The Battle for Uber, from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, will also star Uma Thurman as Arianna Huffington; Kyle Chandler as Bill Gurley; Babak Tafti as Emil Michael...
The first season, based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book of the same name, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Each season of Super Pumped will explore a story that rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.
The Battle for Uber, from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, will also star Uma Thurman as Arianna Huffington; Kyle Chandler as Bill Gurley; Babak Tafti as Emil Michael...
- 11/24/2021
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Peacock debuted a trailer for “Bel-Air,” the upcoming drama series that reimagines the ‘90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” “Bel-Air” is set to premiere in 2022.
Based on Morgan Cooper’s viral fan film of the same name, “Bel-Air” stars Jabari Banks as Will, the role played by Will Smith in the original sitcom. The series follows Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. Adrian Holmes, Cassandra Freeman, Olly Sholotan, Coco Jones, Akira Akbar, Jimmy Akingbola, Jordan L. Jones and Simone Joy Jones also star.
In the teaser, Smith gives a dramatic reading of the theme song from “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” in voiceover as Banks’ Will is shown underwater, surrounded by motifs from the original show: basketballs, fuzzy dice, a crown, etc.
Executive producers include showrunners T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson, director and co-writer Morgan Cooper, Smith, Terence Carter,...
Based on Morgan Cooper’s viral fan film of the same name, “Bel-Air” stars Jabari Banks as Will, the role played by Will Smith in the original sitcom. The series follows Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. Adrian Holmes, Cassandra Freeman, Olly Sholotan, Coco Jones, Akira Akbar, Jimmy Akingbola, Jordan L. Jones and Simone Joy Jones also star.
In the teaser, Smith gives a dramatic reading of the theme song from “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” in voiceover as Banks’ Will is shown underwater, surrounded by motifs from the original show: basketballs, fuzzy dice, a crown, etc.
Executive producers include showrunners T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson, director and co-writer Morgan Cooper, Smith, Terence Carter,...
- 11/23/2021
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Uma Thurman will join the cast of Showtime’s Super Pumped. The Oscar and Emmy-nominated actress is set to appear opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler in the first installment of an anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien.
Based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, Showtime’s Super Pumped tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Thurman will take on as The Huffington Post co-founder and Uber board member Arianna Huffington. She will also join additional cast members Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé,...
Based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, Showtime’s Super Pumped tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Thurman will take on as The Huffington Post co-founder and Uber board member Arianna Huffington. She will also join additional cast members Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé,...
- 10/19/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Uma Thurman has been cast as Arianna Huffington in the Showtime series “Super Pumped,” which charts the rise of Uber, Variety has learned exclusively.
Planned as an anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Bill Gurley (Kyle Chandler), the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Huffington is a business woman and co-founder of The Huffington Post who was an Uber board member. Along with Thurman, Gordon-Levitt, and Chandler, the cast of the series also includes Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Jon Bass, Bridget Gao Hollitt, and Babak Tafti.
“We’ve been eager to work with Uma Thurman for a long time,...
Planned as an anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Bill Gurley (Kyle Chandler), the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Huffington is a business woman and co-founder of The Huffington Post who was an Uber board member. Along with Thurman, Gordon-Levitt, and Chandler, the cast of the series also includes Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Jon Bass, Bridget Gao Hollitt, and Babak Tafti.
“We’ve been eager to work with Uma Thurman for a long time,...
- 10/19/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Joseph Gordon-Levitt will be joined by Darren Pettie (“Mad Men”), Noah Weisberg (“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”), Mark Gessner (“Power”) and Joel Kelley Dauten (“Feud: Bette and Joan”) in the upcoming Showtime anthology series “Super Pumped.” The four cast members will recur in the first season of the show, which will tell the story about the ride-sharing app and Silicon Valley unicorn Uber.
The series, which is executive produced by Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter (who also serve as writers and showrunners), is based on Mike Isaac’s bestseller of the same name, “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” Paul Schiff, Allyce Ozarski and Stephen Schiff also executive produce. Isaac will co-executive produce the project. The show will depict the roller-coaster highs and lows of the upstart transportation company’s journey and the internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. Gordon-Levitt will portray co-founder and former CEO of Uber,...
The series, which is executive produced by Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter (who also serve as writers and showrunners), is based on Mike Isaac’s bestseller of the same name, “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” Paul Schiff, Allyce Ozarski and Stephen Schiff also executive produce. Isaac will co-executive produce the project. The show will depict the roller-coaster highs and lows of the upstart transportation company’s journey and the internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences. Gordon-Levitt will portray co-founder and former CEO of Uber,...
- 10/7/2021
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: The first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, has rounded out its cast.
The series, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, has added five actors to recur: Virginia Kull (The Looming Tower), Amanda Brooks (Aquarius), Annie Chang (Shades of Blue), Erinn Ruth (Billions) and Mishka Thébaud (The Boys).
They join Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass and and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
The series tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series.
Kull will play Hazelbaker, a former political operative and the other half of Uber...
The series, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, has added five actors to recur: Virginia Kull (The Looming Tower), Amanda Brooks (Aquarius), Annie Chang (Shades of Blue), Erinn Ruth (Billions) and Mishka Thébaud (The Boys).
They join Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass and and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
The series tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Brian Koppelman, David Levien and Beth Schacter executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series.
Kull will play Hazelbaker, a former political operative and the other half of Uber...
- 9/22/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Richard Schiff, Jessica Hecht, and John Michael Higgins have all been cast in guest roles in the Showtime anthology series “Super Pumped,” Variety has learned exclusively.
The first season of the series is based on the Mike Isaac book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” It centers on the rise of the ride sharing app and its co-founder and CEO, Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), and his relationship with venture capitalist Bill Gurley (Kyle Chandler).
The cast also currently includes Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, Hank Azaria, and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
Schiff will play Randall Pearson, a San Francisco Mta power-broker who goes head-to-head with Travis. Schiff previously won an Emmy for his role on the critically-acclaimed political drama “The West Wing.” He currently stars in the ABC medical drama “The Good Doctor.” Schiff’s other TV credits include “The Affair,” “Ballers,” “NYPD Blue,” and “Murphy Brown.
The first season of the series is based on the Mike Isaac book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” It centers on the rise of the ride sharing app and its co-founder and CEO, Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), and his relationship with venture capitalist Bill Gurley (Kyle Chandler).
The cast also currently includes Elisabeth Shue, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, Hank Azaria, and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
Schiff will play Randall Pearson, a San Francisco Mta power-broker who goes head-to-head with Travis. Schiff previously won an Emmy for his role on the critically-acclaimed political drama “The West Wing.” He currently stars in the ABC medical drama “The Good Doctor.” Schiff’s other TV credits include “The Affair,” “Ballers,” “NYPD Blue,” and “Murphy Brown.
- 9/15/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Elisabeth Shue has joined the cast of the upcoming Showtime anthology series “Super Pumped,” Variety has learned.
Each season of the series will focus on a different story from the business world, with Season 1 set to focus on the rise of the ride sharing app Uber. The first season is based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.”
Shue joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, Hank Azaria, and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
Shue will play Bonnie Kalanick, the mother of Uber co-founder and CEO Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), who is the one person he can always count on for wisdom and truth.
On the TV side, Shue recently appeared in the third season of “Cobra Kai” at Netflix, reprising the role of Ali Mills from “The Karate Kid.” She currently stars in and executive produces the Netflix series “On the Verge,...
Each season of the series will focus on a different story from the business world, with Season 1 set to focus on the rise of the ride sharing app Uber. The first season is based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.”
Shue joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, Hank Azaria, and Bridget Gao-Hollitt.
Shue will play Bonnie Kalanick, the mother of Uber co-founder and CEO Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), who is the one person he can always count on for wisdom and truth.
On the TV side, Shue recently appeared in the third season of “Cobra Kai” at Netflix, reprising the role of Ali Mills from “The Karate Kid.” She currently stars in and executive produces the Netflix series “On the Verge,...
- 9/13/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Oscar nominee Elisabeth Shue is set as a lead opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler in the first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien.
The installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Shue will play Bonnie Kalanick, Travis’ mother, the one person he can always count on for wisdom and truth.
Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti and Mousa Hussein Kraish also star.
2020-21 Showtime Pilots & Series Orders...
The installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Shue will play Bonnie Kalanick, Travis’ mother, the one person he can always count on for wisdom and truth.
Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti and Mousa Hussein Kraish also star.
2020-21 Showtime Pilots & Series Orders...
- 9/13/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Showtime anthology “Super Pumped,” the first season of which will chart the rise of Uber, has cast Bridget Gao-Hollitt, Variety has learned exclusively.
Gao-Hollitt joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, and Hank Azaria.
Planned as anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt) and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Bill Gurley (Chandler), the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Gao-Hollit will play Gabi, a passionate violinist who captivates Travis as his profile begins to soar. Gao-Hollitt is a Chinese-Australian actress, model, and musician. “Super Pumped” will mark one of her first onscreen credits,...
Gao-Hollitt joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Jon Bass, and Hank Azaria.
Planned as anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt) and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Bill Gurley (Chandler), the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Gao-Hollit will play Gabi, a passionate violinist who captivates Travis as his profile begins to soar. Gao-Hollitt is a Chinese-Australian actress, model, and musician. “Super Pumped” will mark one of her first onscreen credits,...
- 9/3/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Jon Bass (Miracle Workers) is set as a lead opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler in the first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien. The installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Bass will play Garrett Camp, the man with the original billion-dollar idea for Uber.
Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti and Mousa Hussein Kraish also star.
Each season of the Super Pumped anthology series will...
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Bass will play Garrett Camp, the man with the original billion-dollar idea for Uber.
Kerry Bishé, Babak Tafti and Mousa Hussein Kraish also star.
Each season of the Super Pumped anthology series will...
- 9/1/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Hank Azaria will play Apple CEO Tim Cook in Showtime’s anthology series “Super Pumped.” The first season tracks the rise of Uber.
Based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber,” the series will “depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley,” according to Showtime’s description. “Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.”
Joseph Gordon-Levitt will play Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick. Kyle Chandler and Kerry Bishé also star. Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley, who was Kalanick’s mentor. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee No. 4.
The project was initially put into development as a limited series, but has since been re-conceived as an anthology. Future seasons...
Based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber,” the series will “depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley,” according to Showtime’s description. “Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.”
Joseph Gordon-Levitt will play Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick. Kyle Chandler and Kerry Bishé also star. Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley, who was Kalanick’s mentor. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee No. 4.
The project was initially put into development as a limited series, but has since been re-conceived as an anthology. Future seasons...
- 8/19/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Hank Azaria has joined the cast of the Showtime series “Super Pumped,” which details the rise of Uber, Variety has learned exclusively.
Azaria is attached to play Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple. He joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, and Kerry Bishé. Gordon-Levitt will star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, while Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee number four.
Planned as anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Kalanick and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Gurley, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Beth Schacter serves as co-writer, co-showrunner, and executive producer on...
Azaria is attached to play Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple. He joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kyle Chandler, and Kerry Bishé. Gordon-Levitt will star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, while Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee number four.
Planned as anthology, the first season of “Super Pumped” is based on Mike Isaac’s book of the same name. Pivoting on Kalanick and his sometimes tumultuous relationship with his mentor Gurley, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. The series will focus on a different major business world story each season.
Beth Schacter serves as co-writer, co-showrunner, and executive producer on...
- 8/19/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Babak Tafti (Succession) and Mousa Hussein Kraish (American Gods) are set for lead roles opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler in the first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien. The installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Tafti will play Emil Michael, who is Uber’s dealmaker-in-chief and right-hand man to Kalanick.
Kraish will portray Fawzi Kamel, the Uber driver whose interaction with Kalanick went viral.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Tafti will play Emil Michael, who is Uber’s dealmaker-in-chief and right-hand man to Kalanick.
Kraish will portray Fawzi Kamel, the Uber driver whose interaction with Kalanick went viral.
- 8/10/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Kerry Bishé has joined the Showtime anthology series “Super Pumped,” the first season of which will tackle the rise of ride sharing company Uber.
Bishé joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler. Gordon-Levitt will star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, while Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee number four – the smart and tough woman who was boots on the ground as Uber expanded from city to city.
The role reunites Bishé with “Billions” co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, who are two of the three co-writers and co-showrunners on “Super Pumped.” Bishé previously appeared in the first season of “Billions.” She recently starred in the Showtime series “Penny Dreadful: City of Angels” and is also known for her role in the AMC drama “Halt and Catch Fire.” Her other TV credits include “Narcos” and “Scrubs,...
Bishé joins previously announced cast members Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler. Gordon-Levitt will star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, while Chandler will play Texas venture capitalist Bill Gurley. Bishé will star as Austin Geidt, Uber employee number four – the smart and tough woman who was boots on the ground as Uber expanded from city to city.
The role reunites Bishé with “Billions” co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, who are two of the three co-writers and co-showrunners on “Super Pumped.” Bishé previously appeared in the first season of “Billions.” She recently starred in the Showtime series “Penny Dreadful: City of Angels” and is also known for her role in the AMC drama “Halt and Catch Fire.” Her other TV credits include “Narcos” and “Scrubs,...
- 8/3/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Emmy winner Kyle Chandler is the latest addition to the cast of Super Pumped, a new anthology series with the first season based on Mike Isaac's bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.
Chandler will star as Bill Gurley, the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber's success - and then has to live with the consequences.
Chandler joins Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), who has signed on to star in the first installment as Travis Kalanick, Uber's hard-charging CEO who was ultimately ousted in a boardroom coup.
Brian Koppelman and David Levien and Beth Schacter (Soundtrack) will executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series.
The announcement was Thursday by Amy Israel, Executive Vice President, Scripted Programming, Showtime Networks Inc.
"Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic presence and undeniable magnetism to every role he inhabits,...
Chandler will star as Bill Gurley, the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber's success - and then has to live with the consequences.
Chandler joins Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), who has signed on to star in the first installment as Travis Kalanick, Uber's hard-charging CEO who was ultimately ousted in a boardroom coup.
Brian Koppelman and David Levien and Beth Schacter (Soundtrack) will executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series.
The announcement was Thursday by Amy Israel, Executive Vice President, Scripted Programming, Showtime Networks Inc.
"Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic presence and undeniable magnetism to every role he inhabits,...
- 5/28/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Kyle Chandler is joining the cast of Showtime’s anthology series “Super Pumped,” the television adaptation of Mike Isaac’s book, “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.”
The “Friday Night Lights” and “Bloodline” actor will star as Bill Gurley, described as “the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber’s success – and then has to live with the consequences.”
The news comes days after Showtime announced that Joseph Gordon-Levitt would star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, who was ousted from the Silicon Valley unicorn in a boardroom coup. “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, as well as “Soundtrack’s” Beth Schacter, will serve as executive producers, writers and showrunners on the series. Paul Schiff and Allyce Ozarski will also executive produce, alongside writer Stephen Schiff. Isaac is a co-executive producer on the project, produced by Showtime.
“Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic...
The “Friday Night Lights” and “Bloodline” actor will star as Bill Gurley, described as “the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber’s success – and then has to live with the consequences.”
The news comes days after Showtime announced that Joseph Gordon-Levitt would star as Uber CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick, who was ousted from the Silicon Valley unicorn in a boardroom coup. “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, as well as “Soundtrack’s” Beth Schacter, will serve as executive producers, writers and showrunners on the series. Paul Schiff and Allyce Ozarski will also executive produce, alongside writer Stephen Schiff. Isaac is a co-executive producer on the project, produced by Showtime.
“Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic...
- 5/27/2021
- by Elaine Low
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Emmy winner Kyle Chandler is set to star opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien. The installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, tells the story of the ride-sharing company that stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Chandler will star as Bill Gurley, the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber’s success – and then has to live with the consequences.
“Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic presence and...
Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Chandler will star as Bill Gurley, the plainspoken, brilliant Texan venture capitalist who bets his sterling reputation on Uber’s success – and then has to live with the consequences.
“Kyle Chandler brings deep integrity, authentic presence and...
- 5/27/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Showtime has given a series order to the anthology series “Super Pumped,” with Joseph Gordon-Levitt attached to star in the first season as Uber CEO Travis Kalanick.
Based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber,” the series will “depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley,” according to Showtime’s description. “Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.”
The project was initially put into development as a limited series, but has since been re-conceived as an anthology. Future seasons will each center on a different story that “rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.”
Under their overall deal with Showtime, “Billions” duo Brian Koppelman and David Levien are writers...
Based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber,” the series will “depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley,” according to Showtime’s description. “Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.”
The project was initially put into development as a limited series, but has since been re-conceived as an anthology. Future seasons will each center on a different story that “rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.”
Under their overall deal with Showtime, “Billions” duo Brian Koppelman and David Levien are writers...
- 5/24/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Showtime has ordered am anthology series with the first season set to tackle the rise of ride-sharing app Uber. Joseph Gordon-Levitt will star.
The series, “Super Pumped,” was first announced as being in development in 2019, though it was not planned as anthology at the time. Each season will now explore a story that rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.
Season 1 is based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” Gordon-Levitt will star as Travis Kalanick, Uber’s first CEO and co-founder, who was ultimately ousted in a boardroom coup. The series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Brian Koppelman and David Levien, creators of the Showtime series “Billions,” and Beth Schacter will executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series. Paul Schiff, Stephen Schiff and Allyce Ozarski will also executive produce,...
The series, “Super Pumped,” was first announced as being in development in 2019, though it was not planned as anthology at the time. Each season will now explore a story that rocked the business world to its core and changed culture.
Season 1 is based on Mike Isaac’s book “Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.” Gordon-Levitt will star as Travis Kalanick, Uber’s first CEO and co-founder, who was ultimately ousted in a boardroom coup. The series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley.
Brian Koppelman and David Levien, creators of the Showtime series “Billions,” and Beth Schacter will executive produce, write and serve as showrunners on the series. Paul Schiff, Stephen Schiff and Allyce Ozarski will also executive produce,...
- 5/24/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The story of ride-sharing company Uber, which revolutionized ground transportation, is coming to television.
Showtime has given a series order to Super Pumped, an anthology from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien. Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7) is set to star in the first installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.
It tells the story of Uber, one of Silicon Valley’s most successful and most destructive unicorns. Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
Showtime has given a series order to Super Pumped, an anthology from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien. Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7) is set to star in the first installment, which is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber.
It tells the story of Uber, one of Silicon Valley’s most successful and most destructive unicorns. Pivoting on Travis Kalanick (Gordon-Levitt), Uber’s hard-charging CEO who ultimately was ousted in a boardroom coup, the series will depict the roller-coaster ride of the upstart transportation company, embodying the highs and lows of Silicon Valley. Even amid the radical upheaval generated within the global tech capital, Uber stands out as both a marvel and a cautionary tale, featuring internal and external battles that ripple with unpredictable consequences.
- 5/24/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Rachel Nichols, Bob Gunton, Austin Stowell, Briana Middleton (The Tender Bar), David Walton, Reese Alexander, and Peyton List have signed on to star in The Last Will and Testament of Charles Abernathy, the Netflix horror film being directed by Alejandro Brugués.
Based on a screenplay by Chris Lamont and Joe Russo, the film follows billionaire Charles Abernathy (Gunton) who, on the eve of his 75th birthday, invites his four estranged children back home out of fear that tonight someone – or something – is coming to kill him. To ensure his family will help protect him from whatever’s coming, Abernathy puts each of their inheritances on the line – they’ll get nothing if he’s found dead by dawn.
Based on a screenplay by Chris Lamont and Joe Russo, the film follows billionaire Charles Abernathy (Gunton) who, on the eve of his 75th birthday, invites his four estranged children back home out of fear that tonight someone – or something – is coming to kill him. To ensure his family will help protect him from whatever’s coming, Abernathy puts each of their inheritances on the line – they’ll get nothing if he’s found dead by dawn.
- 5/11/2021
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
Argentinian filmmaker Alejandro Brugués is attached to direct the Netflix horror film The Last Will and Testament of Charles Abernathy. It’s based on Chris Lamont and Joe Russo’s original screenplay that was featured on the 2018 BloodList and sold to the streamer.
Paul Schiff, who collaborated with Netflix on the Sam Worthington-starring thriller Fractured, is producing the pic for Paul Schiff Productions.
The story follows billionaire Charles Abernathy who, on the eve of his 75th birthday, invites his four estranged children back home out of fear that tonight someone – or something – is coming to kill him. To ensure his family will help protect him from whatever’s coming, Abernathy puts each of their inheritances on the line – they’ll get nothing if he’s found dead by dawn.
Dan Clarke will serve as executive producer.
Brugués directed the 2012 movie Juan of the Dead; 2018’s Nightmare Cinema, on which...
Paul Schiff, who collaborated with Netflix on the Sam Worthington-starring thriller Fractured, is producing the pic for Paul Schiff Productions.
The story follows billionaire Charles Abernathy who, on the eve of his 75th birthday, invites his four estranged children back home out of fear that tonight someone – or something – is coming to kill him. To ensure his family will help protect him from whatever’s coming, Abernathy puts each of their inheritances on the line – they’ll get nothing if he’s found dead by dawn.
Dan Clarke will serve as executive producer.
Brugués directed the 2012 movie Juan of the Dead; 2018’s Nightmare Cinema, on which...
- 4/21/2021
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
Pierce Brosnan has signed up to star in the feature-length adaptation of Brett Marty’s short film ‘Youth’.
Brosnan will play an engineer in the near future who’s about to retire at age 70 when his company pays him to undergo a procedure to rewind his body’s biological clock back to its prime. The process goes tragically wrong and his ageing begins accelerating rapidly, so he attempts a more dangerous treatment.
Marty will direct from a script he co-wrote with Josh Izenberg and Amelia Whitcomb. Jib Polhemus, Paul Schiff and Martin Brennan will produce alongside executive producers Laura Bickford and Hannah Leader.
Also in news – Odeon Cinemas across the UK to open in July
The original 2016 sci-fi short starred Jessica Stroup & George Maguire and won numerous awards on the festival circuit including Best Screenplay at the Las Vegas Film Festival.
Brosnan got his big break in the 1982 series ‘Remington...
Brosnan will play an engineer in the near future who’s about to retire at age 70 when his company pays him to undergo a procedure to rewind his body’s biological clock back to its prime. The process goes tragically wrong and his ageing begins accelerating rapidly, so he attempts a more dangerous treatment.
Marty will direct from a script he co-wrote with Josh Izenberg and Amelia Whitcomb. Jib Polhemus, Paul Schiff and Martin Brennan will produce alongside executive producers Laura Bickford and Hannah Leader.
Also in news – Odeon Cinemas across the UK to open in July
The original 2016 sci-fi short starred Jessica Stroup & George Maguire and won numerous awards on the festival circuit including Best Screenplay at the Las Vegas Film Festival.
Brosnan got his big break in the 1982 series ‘Remington...
- 6/11/2020
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
In today’s film news roundup, Pierce Brosnan will play an engineer who tries to rewind his biological clock, a film about the 1964 Anchorage, Alaska, earthquake is in the works and a Hire Her Back initiative is underway.
Casting
Pierce Brosnan has signed on to star in writer/director Brett Marty’s feature-film adaptation of “Youth,” a short film he directed and co-wrote in 2016.
Highland Film Group is handling the international rights for the science-fiction thriller, with CAA Media Finance handling domestic. Sales will launch at this month’s Marché du Film Online.
Brosnan, who’s 67, will portray an engineer in the near future who’s about to retire at age 70 when his company pays him to undergo a procedure to rewind his body’s biological clock back to its prime. The process goes tragically wrong and his aging begins accelerating rapidly, so he attempts a more dangerous treatment.
“Youth” is co-written by Marty,...
Casting
Pierce Brosnan has signed on to star in writer/director Brett Marty’s feature-film adaptation of “Youth,” a short film he directed and co-wrote in 2016.
Highland Film Group is handling the international rights for the science-fiction thriller, with CAA Media Finance handling domestic. Sales will launch at this month’s Marché du Film Online.
Brosnan, who’s 67, will portray an engineer in the near future who’s about to retire at age 70 when his company pays him to undergo a procedure to rewind his body’s biological clock back to its prime. The process goes tragically wrong and his aging begins accelerating rapidly, so he attempts a more dangerous treatment.
“Youth” is co-written by Marty,...
- 6/10/2020
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Pierce Brosnan will star in Brett Marty’s sci-fi thriller “Youth,” an adaptation of a short film Marty directed and co-wrote in 2016, the Highland Film Group announced on Wednesday.
Sales for the film will launch at next month’s Marché du Film Online. Highland Film Group is handling international rights while CAA Media Finance is handling domestic sales. The sci-fi thriller is co-written by Marty, Josh Izenberg, and Amelia Whitcomb. Jib Polhemus, Paul Schiff and Martin Brennan will produce alongside executive producers Laura Bickford and Hannah Leader, and co-producer Joshua Izenberg.
In the near future, “Renewal’ is the world’s hottest commodity, a procedure to remind your body’s biological clock. Joel (Brosnan) is an ad-tech engineer who is about to retire at age 70, but his company doesn’t want to lose him and pays for him and his wife to Renew. His wife returns in her twenties, but Joel’s procedure goes wrong,...
Sales for the film will launch at next month’s Marché du Film Online. Highland Film Group is handling international rights while CAA Media Finance is handling domestic sales. The sci-fi thriller is co-written by Marty, Josh Izenberg, and Amelia Whitcomb. Jib Polhemus, Paul Schiff and Martin Brennan will produce alongside executive producers Laura Bickford and Hannah Leader, and co-producer Joshua Izenberg.
In the near future, “Renewal’ is the world’s hottest commodity, a procedure to remind your body’s biological clock. Joel (Brosnan) is an ad-tech engineer who is about to retire at age 70, but his company doesn’t want to lose him and pays for him and his wife to Renew. His wife returns in her twenties, but Joel’s procedure goes wrong,...
- 6/10/2020
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Pierce Brosnan is set to star in Youth, the feature film directorial debut from writer/director Brett Marty based on his 2016 short of the same name. Marty, Josh Izenberg and Amelia Whitcomb co-wrote the film adaptation, which is being produced by Jib Polhemus, Paul Schiff, and Martin Brennan.
The pic is set in a future not far from now, where “Renewal” has become the world’s hottest (and most expensive) commodity — a procedure to rewind your body’s biological clock back to its prime. Joel (Brosnan), an ad-tech engineer, is about to retire at age 70, after a lengthy career. Not wanting to lose him, his company pays for him and his wife Alice to Renew — a luxury promising a second chance. Alice emerges from the operation in her 20s, but for Joel, the procedure goes tragically wrong. Rather than make him younger, his aging begins accelerating rapidly, and his remaining years evaporate into mere weeks.
The pic is set in a future not far from now, where “Renewal” has become the world’s hottest (and most expensive) commodity — a procedure to rewind your body’s biological clock back to its prime. Joel (Brosnan), an ad-tech engineer, is about to retire at age 70, after a lengthy career. Not wanting to lose him, his company pays for him and his wife Alice to Renew — a luxury promising a second chance. Alice emerges from the operation in her 20s, but for Joel, the procedure goes tragically wrong. Rather than make him younger, his aging begins accelerating rapidly, and his remaining years evaporate into mere weeks.
- 6/10/2020
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
Project based on writer/director Brett Marty’s 2016 short film.
Pierce Brosnan will star in the the thriller Youth, which Highland Film Group will introduce to buyers at the Cannes virtual market later this month.
Writer/director Brett Marty’s feature adaptation of his 2016 short film of the same name stars Brosnan as Joel, an ad-tech engineer approaching retirement who takes part with his wife in a procedure that reverses the body clock.
While his wife emerges looking like she is in her 20s, the procedure leaves Joel ageing rapidly. In his desperation to reverse that process, Joel uncovers dark...
Pierce Brosnan will star in the the thriller Youth, which Highland Film Group will introduce to buyers at the Cannes virtual market later this month.
Writer/director Brett Marty’s feature adaptation of his 2016 short film of the same name stars Brosnan as Joel, an ad-tech engineer approaching retirement who takes part with his wife in a procedure that reverses the body clock.
While his wife emerges looking like she is in her 20s, the procedure leaves Joel ageing rapidly. In his desperation to reverse that process, Joel uncovers dark...
- 6/10/2020
- by 36¦Jeremy Kay¦54¦
- ScreenDaily
Project based on writer/director Brett Marty’s 2016 short film.
Pierce Brosnan will star in the the thriller Youth, which Highland Film Group will introduce to buyers at the Cannes virtual market later this month.
Writer/director Brett Marty’s feature adaptation of his 2016 short film of the same name stars Brosnan as Joel, an ad-tech engineer approaching retirement who takes part with his wife in a procedure that reverses the body clock.
While his wife emerges looking like she is in her 20s, the procedure leaves Joel ageing rapidly. In his desperation to reverse that process, Joel uncovers dark...
Pierce Brosnan will star in the the thriller Youth, which Highland Film Group will introduce to buyers at the Cannes virtual market later this month.
Writer/director Brett Marty’s feature adaptation of his 2016 short film of the same name stars Brosnan as Joel, an ad-tech engineer approaching retirement who takes part with his wife in a procedure that reverses the body clock.
While his wife emerges looking like she is in her 20s, the procedure leaves Joel ageing rapidly. In his desperation to reverse that process, Joel uncovers dark...
- 6/10/2020
- by 36¦Jeremy Kay¦54¦
- ScreenDaily
Jennifer Jason Leigh, Barry Pepper and “Game of Thrones” actor Finn Jones will join Gina Rodriguez in Netflix’s sci-fi thriller “Awake.”
The newly announced cast also includes Ariana Greenblatt, Frances Fisher, Shamier Anderson, Lucius Hoyos and Gil Bellows.
“Awake” is set after a sudden global event wipes out all electronics and takes away humankind’s ability to sleep, and chaos quickly begins to consume the world. Rodriguez’s character may hold the key to a cure in the form of her own daughter while she faces the prospect of saving the world before she herself loses her mind.
“Kodachrome” helmer Mark Raso is attached to direct from a script he co-wrote with his brother Joseph Raso, as well as Greg Poirier. Entertainment One and Paul Schiff are producing the film. Rodriguez and the Raso brothers are executive producing with Mark Gordon, Josh Phillips, Matt Jackson, Poirier and Whitney Brown.
The newly announced cast also includes Ariana Greenblatt, Frances Fisher, Shamier Anderson, Lucius Hoyos and Gil Bellows.
“Awake” is set after a sudden global event wipes out all electronics and takes away humankind’s ability to sleep, and chaos quickly begins to consume the world. Rodriguez’s character may hold the key to a cure in the form of her own daughter while she faces the prospect of saving the world before she herself loses her mind.
“Kodachrome” helmer Mark Raso is attached to direct from a script he co-wrote with his brother Joseph Raso, as well as Greg Poirier. Entertainment One and Paul Schiff are producing the film. Rodriguez and the Raso brothers are executive producing with Mark Gordon, Josh Phillips, Matt Jackson, Poirier and Whitney Brown.
- 8/21/2019
- by Justin Kroll
- Variety Film + TV
From TorontoFilm.Net here is the Toronto Film Production Update for September 2019 including "Jupiter's Legacy", "The Boys", "Titans" and a whole lot more:
AMÉLIE Et Compagnie! Season 4
Episodic Series - TV
Carte Blanche Films Inc.
Prod.: Tracy Legault
Dir.: Dominque Cardona,
Jul 3 - Sep 20/19
Awake
Feature Films - Streaming
eOne / Netflix
Prod.: Mark Gordon, Paul Schiff
Dir.: Mark Raso
Aug 6 – Sep 27/19
Backyard Beats
Episodic Series – TV
Bristow Global Media Inc.
Prod.: Daniel Bourre, Corinna Lehr
Dir.: tbd
Aug 19 - Sep 2/19
Beacon Street
Feature Films - Streaming
Twinkle Toes Movie Prod. Ltd.
Prod.: Susan Cartsonis, Brent Emery, Suzanne Farwell
Dir.: Elissa Down
Jul 25 - Sep 20/19
Christmas 9 To 5
Television Movie
Christmas 95 Ulc
Prod.: Arnie Zipursky, Suzanne Berger, Tyler Levine
Dir.: Jill Carter
Aug 19 - Sep 9/19
Coroner Season 2
Episodic Series – TV
Coroner 2 Productions (Ontario) Inc.
Prod.: Suzanne Colvin-Golding
Dir.: Adrienne Mitchell,...
AMÉLIE Et Compagnie! Season 4
Episodic Series - TV
Carte Blanche Films Inc.
Prod.: Tracy Legault
Dir.: Dominque Cardona,
Jul 3 - Sep 20/19
Awake
Feature Films - Streaming
eOne / Netflix
Prod.: Mark Gordon, Paul Schiff
Dir.: Mark Raso
Aug 6 – Sep 27/19
Backyard Beats
Episodic Series – TV
Bristow Global Media Inc.
Prod.: Daniel Bourre, Corinna Lehr
Dir.: tbd
Aug 19 - Sep 2/19
Beacon Street
Feature Films - Streaming
Twinkle Toes Movie Prod. Ltd.
Prod.: Susan Cartsonis, Brent Emery, Suzanne Farwell
Dir.: Elissa Down
Jul 25 - Sep 20/19
Christmas 9 To 5
Television Movie
Christmas 95 Ulc
Prod.: Arnie Zipursky, Suzanne Berger, Tyler Levine
Dir.: Jill Carter
Aug 19 - Sep 9/19
Coroner Season 2
Episodic Series – TV
Coroner 2 Productions (Ontario) Inc.
Prod.: Suzanne Colvin-Golding
Dir.: Adrienne Mitchell,...
- 8/19/2019
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
From TorontoFilm.Net here is the Toronto Film Production Update for August 2019 including "Titans", "Nightmare Alley", "Zeus" and a whole lot more:
AMÉLIE Et Compagnie! Saison 4
Episodic Series - TV
Carte Blanche Films Inc.
Prod.: Tracy Legault
Dir.: Dominque Cardona,
Jul 3 - Sep 20/19
Anne With An E Season 3
Episodic Series - TV
Northwood Anne Trois Inc.
Dir.: Various
Mar 11 – Aug 22/19
Awake
Feature Films - Streaming
eOne / Netflix
Prod.: Mark Gordon, Paul Schiff
Dir.: Mark Raso
Aug 6 – Sep 27/19
Backyard Beats
Episodic Series – TV
Bristow Global Media Inc.
Prod.: Daniel Bourre, Corinna Lehr
Dir.: Tba
Aug 19 - Sep 2/19
Beacon Street
Feature Films - Streaming
Twinkle Toes Movie Prod. Ltd.
Prod.: Susan Cartsonis, Brent Emery, Suzanne Farwell
Dir.: Elissa Down
Jul 25 - Sep 20/19
Condor Season 2
Episodic Series - Streaming
T5 Condor 2 Productions Inc.
Prod.: Andrea Raffaghello
Dir.: Andrew McCarthy
Apr 29 - Aug...
AMÉLIE Et Compagnie! Saison 4
Episodic Series - TV
Carte Blanche Films Inc.
Prod.: Tracy Legault
Dir.: Dominque Cardona,
Jul 3 - Sep 20/19
Anne With An E Season 3
Episodic Series - TV
Northwood Anne Trois Inc.
Dir.: Various
Mar 11 – Aug 22/19
Awake
Feature Films - Streaming
eOne / Netflix
Prod.: Mark Gordon, Paul Schiff
Dir.: Mark Raso
Aug 6 – Sep 27/19
Backyard Beats
Episodic Series – TV
Bristow Global Media Inc.
Prod.: Daniel Bourre, Corinna Lehr
Dir.: Tba
Aug 19 - Sep 2/19
Beacon Street
Feature Films - Streaming
Twinkle Toes Movie Prod. Ltd.
Prod.: Susan Cartsonis, Brent Emery, Suzanne Farwell
Dir.: Elissa Down
Jul 25 - Sep 20/19
Condor Season 2
Episodic Series - Streaming
T5 Condor 2 Productions Inc.
Prod.: Andrea Raffaghello
Dir.: Andrew McCarthy
Apr 29 - Aug...
- 7/25/2019
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
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