TV news: Jimmy Kimmel Live! is back on screens - and fans are thrilled
After almost a week of being suspended, Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned to some American TV screens last Tuesday.
The host’s comeback resulted in the show’s highest rating in a decade, according to Disney, with around 6.26 million people tuning in to see his return.
Film News Blitz’s Rhys Rogers looks into the reaction.
MCU news: ‘Marvel Zombies’ has dropped - but are audiences sick of superheroes?
Marvel Studios’ latest instalment to the timeline, Marvel Zombies, landed on Disney+ on Wednesday, with the full season available to watch now.
And yet, the buildup to the project on social media has been fairly tame, compared to the hype of previous Marvel projects.
Why is that? Film News Blitz writer Rhys Rogers explores the phenomenon of ‘Marvel fatigue’ in audiences.
TV news: Jimmy Kimmel's show returns to ABC
The U.S. media battleground swings to and fro.
Following a whirlwind week, Jimmy Kimmel’s popular late-night show has been reinstated and will resume as normal on ABC.
Film News Blitz writer Rhys Rogers takes us through the timeline of events that led to this point.
Emmys 2025 news: ‘Adolescence’ and ‘The Studio’ shine, Cristin Milioti’s moment arrives
On September 14, 2025, the 77th annual Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles, celebrating a standout year in television.
Major winners included The Studio, Adolescence, and Cristin Milioti, who earned a widely praised victory.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo reflects on the results of the Emmys.
Netflix news: Extended-look at Liam Hemsworth's Geralt in 'The Witcher'
Netflix unveiled an extended look at Liam Hemsworth’s Geralt of Rivia on Sunday.
The streaming giant published a short video in tandem with a release date announcement for Season 4 of The Witcher: October 30.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence previews the beginning of the end for The Witcher.
TV awards: Apple’s ‘Severance’ leads the 2025 Emmy nominations
The biggest night in television is almost here: the 2025 Emmy Awards.
Host Nate Bargatze will guide the biggest and brightest names in television on Sunday, September 14, at the Peacock Theater in L.A.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence breaks down who leads the way in the nominations.
TV news: Amazon announces production of new ‘Tomb Raider’ series starring Sophie Turner
Amazon MGM Studios confirmed on Wednesday that production of a long-developing Tomb Raider series will commence in January.
Starring Game of Thrones’ Sophie Turner as the iconic Lara Croft, the series will aim to build on a legacy built across video games and feature films.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence takes a look at the creative folk behind this latest reboot.
TV news: ‘The Paper’ trailer - What is the new ‘The Office’ spin-off all about?
Last Thursday, Peacock showed us the first trailer of The Office (U.S.) and Parks and Recreation creator Greg Daniels’ latest show, The Paper.
This mockumentary, based on the ‘ever-glamorous’ life of journalism, is set in the same world as the absurd paper vendors at Dunder Mifflin.
Film News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner takes a look.
Film and TV news: What to watch this August - Shows and features
We all know that getting cosy in the evening and choosing something new to watch can seem daunting, especially considering the extreme commitment of a long-running TV series.
To make that process a little easier, here are seven recommendations - four TV shows and three films.
Film News Blitz’s Evie Scroggie looks at the current and upcoming films and TV shows to help you unwind in front of your screens.
Netflix news - ‘Wednesday’ season one recap, everything to know about the new season
Netflix’s Wednesday redefined what a teen supernatural series could be.
With its unique mix of gothic mystery, coming-of-age drama, and dry humour, it became a cultural phenomenon.
Now, as season two officially premieres on Netflix, fans are diving back into the dark world of Nevermore Academy — Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh offers her preview.
TV News: ‘Ted Lasso’ season 4 officially in production
Back in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the greatest shows of the last decade was brought to our screens thanks to a collaboration between AppleTV+ and Jason Sudeikis.
Ted Lasso became an instant fan favourite, and several of the main cast shot to fame in the coming months and years, with seasons two and three also receiving reams of positive feedback.
Fans of AFC Richmond around the world have been dying to see Ted Lasso and his crew return to their screens, and Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews explains that their wish has finally been granted.
Netflix news: ‘Stranger Things’ trailer reaction - The Upside Down ventures into Hawkins
Netflix and the Duffer Brothers finally dropped the long-awaited official teaser trailer for Stranger Things season five on July 16.
Heavy on special effects, the trailer teases an intense, supernatural rollercoaster as the series barrels toward its conclusion.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo walks you through what to look out for in the new trailer, and what to expect from the finale based on what it reveals.
Netflix news: Streaming giant announces ‘Assassin’s Creed’ series adaptation
It’s time to reenter the Animus, Assassin’s Creed is officially coming to life in live-action, and it’s landing on Netflix.
The streaming giant has given the go-ahead for the much-anticipated series adaptation of Ubisoft’s best-selling game franchise, and it’s bringing in some serious talent to make it happen.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence reports.
Harry Potter odds: Place your bets for HBO’s Lord Voldemort
HBO’s developing Harry Potter series has been gathering pace, with no less than 18 actors cast to step into the wizarding world of magic.
Alas, there are still several key roles left to fill and ‘He Who Must Not Be Named,’ Lord Voldemort is among them.
Gambling.com's entertainment expert, James Leyfield, has been monitoring the new Harry Potter TV series and delivered market insights to Film News Blitz on who could play the Dark Lord.
Film news: HBO announces cast for new ‘Harry Potter’ series
In a world of remakes and sequels, it is no surprise that one of the world’s biggest franchises has finally been signed for a reboot - 14 years since its closing chapter was released.
The Harry Potter eight-film and seven-book series has long been famed as a global sensation that influenced generations of children and adults alike.
Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh breaks down the seismic return of the famed and beloved wizarding franchise.
Netflix Tudum 2025: The unveiling of exciting future film and TV news
The Netflix Tudum live event took place on Saturday, May 31 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles - revealing a series of big news stories.
From Squid Game to Stranger Things, Netflix uncovered what is set to be an exciting near-future for film and TV fans worldwide.
Here to summarise the nittiest and grittiest of it all is Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews.