‘Tis the season for ‘kilig’ with these four holiday rom-coms 🎄
Netflix has started to present its roster for the holiday season, which coincides with the fact that romantic comedies continue to dominate. Subscribers can watch a star-studded ensemble across a handful of flicks in 2024, all guaranteed to put them in the holiday spirit.
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The 2024 Netflix holiday slate was officially launched last week with a video of Lindsay Lohan–who stars in Our Little Secret with Kristin Chenoweth and Ian Harding–with acapella favorites Pentatonix (Meet Me Next Christmas). Watch the video below.
Learn about these upcoming kilig-inducing titles launching in November, only on Netflix!
Layla (Milian), who wants to find the love of her life, has to race through New York City to get the hottest ticket in town: to the Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert, which is sold out. Layla hopes to see the handsome James (Kofi Siriboe) again at the show. He’s the only person Layla wants under the tree this Christmas.
Starring Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, and Craig Robinson. Milligan plays Jack, a snowman who comes to life thanks to a magical scarf. Chabert plays Kathy, a widow going through a hard time in her life. What starts out as a winter surprise quickly turns into a new romance, but there is one small problem: Jack only has a short time left before he melts away.
A new romantic comedy starring Britt Robertson and Chad Michael Murray, The Merry Gentlemen, is making waves this holiday season. An ex-dancer from the big city comes home to her parents’ quaint little music establishment with a sparkling idea: an all-male Christmas strip show! Will she obey her heart or her ambitions when she develops feelings for the town’s handyman and is asked to go back to Broadway?
Starring Lindsay Lohan, Kristin Chenoweth, and Ian Harding.Two resentful exes must awkwardly spend Christmas together after learning their new partners are siblings.
From the world’s largest indoor arena, Olivia Rodrigo is bringing her GUTS tour to your cozy couch. Olivia Rodrigo: Guts World Tour, the pop star’s new concert film, will be available on Netflix on October 29. Directed by James Merryman and filmed at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome, it features footage of her live performance of Guts and Sour songs in front of a massive crowd.
The trailer for Olivia Rodrigo’s GUTS world tour concert film is here.
At the 2024 Grammy Awards, Rodrigo was nominated for six awards: Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album for his album Guts; Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance for his song “Vampire”; and Best Rock Song for his song “Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl.” For her first set of Grammy nominations, which took place in 2022, she was awarded three trophies: the first for Best New Artist, the second for Best Pop Vocal Album (Sour), and the third for Best Pop Solo Performance (“Drivers License”). She also won Touring Artist of the Year for Billboard this year.
Prepare for an optimal viewing experience when it premieres on Netflix on October 29.
Robots lost their freedom. Humans lost connection. An orphan, a smuggler, and a missing boy may be the key to saving everything.
The first trailer for The Electric State, a new Netflix sci-fi adventure with Chris Pratt, Millie Bobby Brown, and robots that can think and feel has been released. According to a Netflix summary, the movie, which was produced by the Russo Brothers and comes out March 14, 2025, is set in a retro-futuristic version of the 1990s and follows Brown’s character Michelle. In the clip, Keats, played by Pratt, is a drifter who goes with Michelle to the American Southwest to help her find her younger brother. See the trailer below.
Millie Bobby Brown portrays the role of Michelle, a young woman who lives in this post-apocalyptic civilization as she tries to reconnect with her missing brother through a robot. To traverse the desert and locate her brother, she enlists the aid of a smuggler called Keats (Pratt), who she meets along the way and learns the truth about his abduction.
A star-studded ensemble including Jason Alexander, Giancarlo Esposito, Ke Huy Quan, Stanley Tucci, Brian Cox, Jenny Slate, Anthony Mackie, Woody Harrelson, and Brian Cox round out the stellar group of robot voices. The Electric State is based on Simon Stålenhag’s 2018 graphic book of the same name.
Geeked Week 2024 Live brought thousands of fans together in person for a special two-hour event in Atlanta that streamed for millions around the world on YouTube, Twitch and X.
In its fourth year, Geeked Week returned bigger than ever, giving current and new fans breaking news and special exclusives on more than a dozen series including Avatar: The Last Airbender, Black Mirror, Wednesday and Squid Game. Speaking of Squid Game, we also showcased big upcoming games like Squid Game: Unleashed and Monument Valley 3. (Find out more about our latest games here.) And we unveiled never-before-seen clips and trailers from upcoming must-see movies like Don’t Move, It’s What’s Inside and The Platform 2.
The show was hosted by Joe Manganiello, who announced that he will play the iconic villain Mr. 0 in the highly anticipated upcoming second season of One Piece alongside Lera Abova (Bumper in Berlin) as Miss All Sunday. Cobra Kai stars Jacob Bertrand and Xolo Maridueña emceed our Fan Zone Pod Stage, where they broke down the latest trailers and clips and spoke to fans on the ground throughout the show.
Read on to see the hottest updates on some titles unveiled during the event!
Avatar: The Last Airbender: Meet Miya Cech, the actress playing Toph. Season 2 is officially in production! Executive Producers Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani said this about fan favorite’s Toph’s casting: “We make a point of reviewing submissions separately and after countless tapes, we both had the same reaction … Miya is our Toph! Miya is a brilliant performer who knows how to precisely balance the sarcastic sense of humor, stubbornness, and vulnerability that is Toph Beifong. Her physicality and emotional dexterity really put her in a class of one.”
Arcane: The final chapter of Arcane begins when Act 1 drops…. final chapter of Arcane when Act 1 drops on November 9th, Act 2 drops on November 16th and Act 3 drops on November 23rd only on Netflix.
One Piece: Introducing Baroque Works’ most dangerous duo, Mr. 0 and Miss All-Sunday! With power cloaked in mystery and intentions hidden behind ominous smiles, these two will stop at nothing. Plus: Come along for the very first One Piece Season 2 table read here!
The Sandman: It’s time to return to the Dreaming. Go inside the set of The Sandman Season 2, coming to Netflix in 2025.
Squid Game: The game never stops. Are you ready to play? Season 2 arrives December 26. Before the big drop, take a look at Avatar: The Last Airbender cast, Dallas Liu and Ian Ousley, play Squid Game: Unleashed!
Wednesday: Get a first look behind the scenes of Season 2. Coming 2025.
Thai Tearjerker Film How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Streams on Netflix across Southeast Asia Starting September 12
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How far would you go to care for a loved one while hoping for a life-changing inheritance? The Thai drama How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies examines this tender plot and streams on Netflix across Southeast Asia starting September 12. It will be available in more countries later this year.
The film has already made waves across Southeast Asia, becoming the highest-grossing Thai film to date in numerous countries, including Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia and Myanmar.
Driven by the desire for a multimillion-dollar inheritance, M (Putthipong “Billkin” Assaratanakul) puts aside his dreams as a hopeful game caster to care for his terminally ill grandmother (Usha Seamkhum). But winning Grandma’s favor is no easy feat, as she proves to be demanding and exceedingly difficult to please. To make things more complicated, M is not the only one vying for the fortune. He finds himself in a competition, going to great lengths to become the apple of Grandma’s eye before time runs out.
Produced by GDH 559, How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies was written by Thodsapon Thiptinnakorn, who drew inspiration from personal experiences, and Pat Boonnitipat (Bad Genius).
This film marks Pat’s debut as a feature film director and Billkin and Usha’s first leading roles in a movie. The cast also includes Sanya Kunakorn, Sarinrat Thomas, Pongsatorn Jongwilas, Duangporn Oapirat, Himawari Tajiri, and Tontawan Tantivejakul.
How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies streams starting September 12, only on Netflix.
A new documentary series delves into the events surrounding the formation of Katseye, a girl band formed by HYBE—the company behind the hit Korean pop group BTS—and their partnership with Geffen Records. Twenty young women, ranging in age from fourteen to twenty-one, battled it out for six seats in the new group in Pop Star Academy.
Watch the trailer below.
According to the official synopsis, the series follows 20 contestants from around the world over a year-long journey as they compete to become KATSEYE, a one-of-a-kind global girl group formed using KPOP methodologies. With unprecedented access, unfolding over eight episodes, the result is a compelling portrayal of the road to international stardom, including insight into the unique training and development program developed by HYBE and Geffen Records.
As per the recent teaser released by Netflix, a total of 120,000 females from around the world participated in auditions to be a part of the upcoming pop project by Geffen and Hybe, the entities responsible for BTS. In addition, Katseye has the opportunity to carry on the contemporary heritage of reality television, which has resulted in the formation of some of the most prominent musical groups globally, such as One Direction, Fifth Harmony, and Little Mix, among others.
Witness the year-long journey to discovering the next big girl group with Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE! Launching exclusively on Netflix on August 21.
Check out some of the first look images from the docu-series.
Character posters for Season 4 of The Umbrella Academy have been unveiled. The forthcoming fourth season, scheduled to premiere on Netflix on August 8th, will mark the final season of the show.
The Hargreeves siblings have scattered after the climactic showdown at the Hotel Oblivion led to a complete reset of their timeline. Stripped of their powers, each is left to fend for themselves and find a new normal — with wildly varying degrees of success.
Yet the trappings of their uncanny new world prove too hard to ignore for very long. Their father Reginald, alive and well, has stepped out of the shadows and into the public eye, overseeing a powerful and nefarious business empire. A mysterious association known as The Keepers holds clandestine meetings believing the reality they’re living in is a lie and a great reckoning is coming. As these strange new forces conspire around them, the Umbrella Academy must come together one last time — and risk upsetting the shaky peace they’ve all endured so much to secure — to finally set things right.
Everyone’s in Danger: Humans, Monsters and Neohumans Face Off in Sweet Home Season 3 Trailer
Coming to Netflix this July is the much anticipated final season of Sweet Home, starring Song Kang. The highly anticipated apocalyptic horror K-drama is set to make its global streaming platform premiere on Friday, July 19, 2024. Fans have been eagerly anticipating the upcoming season’s events ever since the second season’s shocking finale. An exciting sneak peek at the new season’s content is revealed in the teaser. A potentially disastrous conclusion to the epic Korean drama could result from the hint of a huge confrontation between humans, neohumans, and monsters.
“From the very beginning, I was you. I was always a part of you,” the monster within Hyun-su (Song Kang) eerily declares in the tension-filled trailer for Sweet Home Season 3 released today. Fans are left wondering which version of Hyun-su will prevail, and to what end.
In the third and final season of the iconic Korean monsterization saga, humans, monsters and neohumans prepare for the ultimate showdown. The main poster captures the clash between Hyun-su and Sang-wook (Lee Jin-uk) amid a wrecked stadium engulfed in flames. Once allies, their paths diverged in the second season and now lead to a final face-off.
The trailer shows a glimpse of intense action between Hyun-su and Eun-hyeok (Lee Do-hyun) immediately after they are reunited. Yi-kyung (Lee Si-young) opens her eyes again after being consumed by a monster, while Eun-yu (Ko Min-si) and Chan-young (Jinyoung) desperately fight for survival. Meanwhile, Tak In-hwan (Yoo Oh-seong), Dr. Lim (Oh Jung-se), Kim Yeong-hu (Kim Moo-yeol), and Kid (Kim Sia) continue their individual journeys, each facing new battles.
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Director Lee Eung-bok comments, “There is a variety of characters, so I hope viewers will root for their favorite ones as they all fight in their own ways, from the battle between Sang-wook — who has turned evil — and Hyun-su, who longs to preserve his humanity; Yi-kyung, who fights to protect Kid; and Sergeant Tak, who feels responsible for the survivors’ safety.”
Don’t miss the thrilling conclusion to the Sweet Home series, premiering July 19, only on Netflix.
Cameron Diaz is making her acting comeback for the first time in almost a decade, and to celebrate, Netflix has released some first-look photoa from the upcoming film, “Back in Action” with Oscar winner, Jamie Foxx. You can’t say that Netflix doesn’t find ways to get big names to be in movies that don’t do anything memorable.
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Jamie: “A lot of people don’t know this, but after Cameron and I did Any Given Sunday and Annie together, we became friends in real life — and I’ve been begging her to come play with me again. We all know there’s just something about her…”
Cameron: “I couldn’t have asked for a better partner, on-screen and off.”
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Emily (Diaz) and Matt (Foxx) are a couple who find themselves forced back into the world of espionage after their cover is broken years after putting up their careers as CIA operatives. Back in Action is directed by Seth Gordon and follows the story of Emily and Matt. This will be Diaz’s first step back into acting since she announced her retirement from the art in 2018, and the film will be available on Netflix on November 15th. Additionally starring in the film are Glenn Close, Kyle Chandler, Andrew Scott, and Jamie Demetriou.
Netflix greenlit Cashero, a series that redefines the superhero genre with a realistic twist. This series, inspired by the widely acclaimed webtoon of the same name, chronicles the life of Kang Sang-woong, an ordinary man whose superpowers grow with his financial means. The series uniquely combines heroism with a candid exploration of socio-economic challenges, engaging audiences with its inventive plot and relatable characters.
Global star Lee Jun-ho (King the Land, The Red Sleeve) takes on the role of Sang-woong, a former civil servant whose new powers are tied to his wealth, adding a layer of complexity to his dream of a better life. His transformation into this relatable hero is highly anticipated by fans.
Kim Hye-jun (Kingdom, Inspector Koo, Connect, A Shop for Killers) plays Min-sook, Sang-woong’s analytical girlfriend who evaluates the feasibility of his superpowered endeavors, providing steadfast support despite her reservations about his self-funded heroics.
In a dual showcase of talent, Kim Byong-chul portrays Byun Ho-in, a lawyer whose superpower emerges with alcohol consumption and who leads the Korean Superhero Association. He enlists Sang-woong to fight against a secretive anti-superhero coalition. Alongside them is Kim Hyang-gi as Bang Eun-mi, whose powers activate with calorie intake. Known as Bbang-mi, she is fearless and occasionally blunt, proving to be an invaluable ally in their mission.
Directed by Lee Chang-min (Agency, Welcome to Waikiki) and written by Lee Jane and Jeon Chan-ho (Sisyphus: The Myth), Cashero is set to captivate Netflix audiences with its fresh take on superhero dynamics and down-to-earth characters.
How did Ryo Saeba, a top-class “sweeper” in City Hunter, end up working together with Kaori Makimura, the sister of his long-time partner? While the legendary manga did not delve too much into it, the newly released teaser trailer hints that the highly anticipated Japanese live-action adaptation will explore the story behind this partnership.
Set to premiere on April 25, City Hunterfollows Ryo Saeba, a “sweeper” who navigates the shadowy depths of modern-day Shinjuku, Tokyo. Balancing a cool demeanor with a fun personality, Ryo takes on high-stakes challenges in the underworld. The cool and silly “Ryo Saeba” is played by Ryohei Suzuki, with Misato Morita as the heroine “Kaori Makimura,” Masanobu Ando as “Hideyuki Makimura” who is a partner of Ryo, and Fumino Kimura as detective “Saeko Nogami”.
After receiving the message “XYZ, please find my sister,” Ryo and his partner Hideyuki go on to search for Kurumi, a famous cosplayer. Meanwhile, mysterious violent incidents are taking place in Shinjuku, and Saeko, a skilled police detective is having a tough time solving these cases. Ryo and Hideyuki work in tandem to pursue Kurumi, but tragedy strikes when Hideyuki is killed during the investigation. Witnessing her brother’s death, Kaori implores Ryo to uncover the truth behind the incident.
“Get Wild” makes a comeback
The classic “Get Wild” by the Japanese band TM NETWORK was featured in the ending scene of the City Hunter anime series, and remains a beloved song today. Now, Netflix’s live-action film will reintroduce the iconic track as “Get Wild Continual,” in a thrilling collaboration with TM NETWORK.
Catch the adrenaline-pumping City Hunter on April 25.
The much-awaited teaser trailer and poster of Parasyte: The Grey are here, offering a peek into its riveting storyline. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the series is set to expand the world of the globally acclaimed manga, “Parasyte.” The plot revolves around Su-in (Jeon So-nee), a woman grappling with her new reality of coexisting with a parasite, and the relentless Team Grey, a group committed to fighting against these unidentified parasitic life-forms.
Parasyte: The Grey is based on the original comic Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki, which sold an accumulated record of over 25 million copies in over 30 regions and countries with its ingenious imaginative storyline of a parasite permeating through a human brain and controlling its body, and philosophical message.
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The poster instantly grabs attention with a close-up of Su-in, who is half human, half something else entirely. Behind her, parasitic bubbles hint at the widespread infiltration of human life, setting the stage for what’s to come.
Stirring anticipation, the teaser trailer reveals a world where unsuspecting individuals have been taken over by parasites. These parasites, intent on multiplying, control humans and mimic their behavior while posing a sinister threat. Amidst this looming situation, Kang-woo (Koo Kyo-hwan) is shown in the middle of his search for his missing sibling while hiding from a parasite hunting him. Led by Jun-kyung (Lee Jung-hyun), Team Grey engages in a dangerous battle with the parasites, showing what both sides are capable of in this war with no clear end in sight.
The teaser ends with a striking glimpse of Heidi, the parasite living inside Su-in, raising a flurry of questions—how did Su-in become a “mutant” who doesn’t fully belong to either the human or parasite world? And more importantly, whose side is she on?
Find out the answers and watch how everything unfolds on Parasyte: The Grey, premiering April 5, exclusively on Netflix.
The lead stars join regional press, content creators, and Filipino fans for the premiere of Netflix’s latest live-action series.
Gordon Cormier and Dallas Liu, the young actors from the highly-anticipatedAVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER series, landed in Manila for the press conference and premiere of the live-action adaptation. The duo received a warm Manila welcome as they spent a jam-packed day of activities with regional press and influencers from the country, as well as other delegates from the APAC region, to promote Netflix’s latest live-action offering.
During the press conference held at Marquis Events Place in BGC, Filipino-Canadian star Gordon had three words to describe the life-changing moment when he discovered that he booked the iconic role: ‘Tears. Crying. Happiness.’ Gordon, who plays Aang, expressed that he felt like he “grew” with his character and noted how easy it was for him to portray the more “happy” side of the young Avatar: “When we first shot the series, I was 11 years old, so I feel like I’ve grown up quite a bit. The happy side of Aang is quite easy for me because… you know. I think you could tell,” he added with a laugh, referring to his innate happy demeanor. “It was more difficult for me to tap into Aang’s emotional side.”
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Speaking about their experiences in breathing new life into the adored characters, Dallas, who plays Prince Zuko, shared, “I really had to tap into the negativity of Prince Zuko and what he’s going through. There are different points in my life that I have to pull from specifically that I think worked well for specific scenes.” Dallas also mentioned that each cast member was able to “ground” their characters and bring them to life in a way that feels familiar: “I’m really excited for you guys to see it. I know you guys are stoked for it,” he added, alluding to the extensive fight scenes within the series.
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Admitting that they bonded and got close while shooting the show, Dallas, the older of the two breakout stars, closes the press conference with advice and a wish for Gordon: “To have a strong base in your heart is extremely important. I hope the people supporting you at home keep your chin up and give you strong words of affirmation and continue to champion you through your journey.”
Following the press conference, the duo headed to Central Square to check out the AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER activity zones at the cinema area, and made a surprise appearance during the fan screening to the delight of the lucky fans.
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Nearly 300 media representatives and fans took part in the events prepared for this title. The talents witnessed firsthand the positive response of the crowd during the screening and engaged with thrilled onlookers around the venue.
AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER is now showing on Netflix. Available worldwide.
Save the date: February 22 is the day the world finally gets to see the much awaited Netflix live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. As one of the world’s most loved animated series, many fans have long wished for a remake that would give the series the love and the justice it deserves. Lucky for them, 2024 is finally their time. Be sure to put it in your watchlist and binge it ASAP.
Released in Nickelodeon in 2005, the animated series captured the imagination and hearts of kids and young adults all over the world. As the story begins in the iconic introduction at the start of every episode:
“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked. Only the Avatar, master of all four elements, could stop them, but when the world needed him most, he vanished.”
Aang (Gordon Cormier), who is ordained as the Avatar, goes on a journey around the world with his friend from the Water Tribe – Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio) – to master the four elements in an effort to bring peace to a world suffering from war. On their tail was the headstrong Prince Zuko from the conquering Fire Nation who was on a mission to capture Aang in a bid to please his father, the power-hungry Fire Lord Ozai (Daniel Dae Kim).
Philippine Concerts got to be part of the press conference and advanced screening ahead of the show’s premiere on Netflix. This much, you need to know: It’s going to be a hit. They got the very important details right. We’re already super excited to see the whole thing.
A day before the premiere, Gordon Cormier and Dallas Liu flew to the Philippines to meet with the members of the press. While the duo are sworn enemies in the world of Avatar, they are nothing but best buds in person.
Read on for a quick, spoiler-free rundown on the highlights of the day.
How is their visit in Manila?
Gordon, who is half-Filipino, described coming to the Philippines as a homecoming. “It has been amazing! I’m back in my homeland,” he said excitedly. He had not been able to visit the country during the pandemic and he was very glad to come back to see his family here.
On the other hand, it was Dallas’ first time here. “It has been really exciting! Everyone has been welcoming,” he answered. Surprised by the intense heat outside, he joked that it felt like being in the Fire Nation. In our brief time with him, we discover that Dallas, quite unlike Zuko, is a very affable guy in person, and just full of wit.
Who among the cast is most similar to the character they play in the show?
With a confident smile, Gordon immediately answered, “No bias or anything: definitely me”. Embodying Aang’s bright and pure disposition, he always spoke candidly, his words coming out with utmost sincerity. He was only 11 years old when they shot the series, and while that was a challenge, he felt like he had grown up quite a bit.
Dallas didn’t choose himself. “Zuko has gone through a significant amount of trauma, and that’s very hard to relate to, so there are different points in my life that I have to pull from specifically,” he explained. Instead, he chose Ian Ousley (Sokka) and Kiawentiio (Katara), the inseparable Water Tribe siblings. Like Sokka, Ian is a protective older brother for Kiawentiio and Gordon. Dallas is close friends with Ian and is his confidante. Dallas said that Kiawentiio also has Katara’s older sister vibe – she is caring and she keeps her fellow cast members in check.
What was it like when you received the news that you got the role?
“Tears. Crying. Happiness,” Gordon described what he felt when he was casted.
At that time, Netflix executives asked him to come to a ‘getting to know you’ interview where they told him that they searched the world to find the Avatar, and that they found him and that he lived 15 minutes away from the studio. Unable to understand the hints they laid out, Gordon thought he was initially rejected. It took him a while to piece out the details, but once he did, he was so happy, he cried. While he did not know anything about Avatar: The Last Airbender back then (since he wasn’t even born yet), he studied up shortly after, watching the series close to 35 times over the course of the shooting.
During the auditions, the actors were given fake scripts with codenames, something which is usually done for high-profile projects. Dallas was initially told that he was auditioning for “Juno”, a boy who was desperately seeking his father’s approval. At first, Dallas was told by his manager that he had competition for the role he was vying for. “He is really handsome, and he’s such a talented actor, and he’s a better martial artist than you.” Later on, they tell him that he got the role and that it was actually for Prince Zuko, which came as no surprise to Dallas who was familiar with the animated series before.
Just like the original series, camaraderie and friendship play a pivotal role in the story, and the actors also have definitely held this up. “You can see our relationship grow throughout the series,” Gordon mentioned. He also told us about the time he, Ian and Kiawentiio were told to wait 15 minutes for their take in one scene, they were lying on top of Appa (their furry flying bison friend), and they just stayed there talking and sleeping midway without noticing that more than 30 minutes had passed. Gordon felt that they were like friends, like family even.
Dallas also added, “Nobody really does impersonations of these animated characters. Each person (actor) brings them to life in a way that still feels very familiar, but you get to see real human beings interact with these elements and these creatures and this world. I’m really excited for you guys to see it, especially the fight scenes.”
Both actors were tight-lipped about spoilers, causing them to give vague answers to some questions. We can tell you this much, though: this new incarnation of Avatar: The Last Airbender is a must-watch for old fans and new fans alike. The 1st episode captured the essence of what made the animated series great: it has the drama, the suspense and the heart – It will be sure to reel you in immediately. We’re already excited to binge the series once it comes out!
Money Heist spin-off Berlin has consistently claimed its spot in Netflix’s top series category since its launch on December 29, 2023 and for good reason: it stars none other than fan-favorite Berlin (Pedro Alonso) and introduces his “old” thrilling crew consisting of code virtuoso Keila (Michelle Jenner), engineering and physics academic Damián (Tristan Ulloa), locksmith Roi (Julio Peña Fernández), gadget and weapon expert Bruce (Joel Sánchez), and enigma Cameron (Begoña Vargas).
While set years before the daring heist at The Royal Mint of Spain, Berlin has orchestrated a captivating reunion of sorts for fans by bringing back some iconic characters from the original series including Raquel Murillo (Itziar Ituńo) and Alicia Sierra (Najwa Nimri).
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Showrunners Álex Pina and Esther Martinez unveil a fresh perspective regarding this prequel and share that while Berlin’s a “lighter” take on the beloved series, its emphasis on “love” is what makes it unique from the original material: “We always look for elements that really connect with the viewer, and love is one of those elements. And there are so many facets to love. In fact, the story shows a range of types of love in which the characters vie to show different moments of love, to show different situations.”
Echoing the showrunners’ sentiments, Berlin titular character actor Pedro Alonso has this to say about the project and his character in this prequel: “I’ve often heard that Berlin is a cynic. Not at all. He’s sarcastic, he has a diabolically dark sense of humor, and he can be fascinating, a real prick, whatever you want, but not a cynic. He’s a man who’s committed to rediscovering a great life, falling in love in the face of common sense and logic. A man who’s made to love, in spite of everything.”
In addition to the fresh and gripping narrative, Berlin captivates audiences with its breathtaking scenic spots, with the series being shot in 146 locations within numerous provinces of Spain like Madrid, Almeria, and León and in the romantic city of Paris. The show dazzled with scenes filmed in iconic Parisian landmarks such as the Church of Saint Julien Le Pauvre, Château d’ Ormesson-sur-Marne, Sacré Coeur, and other streets of Montmartre.
Aside from these beautiful locations, the show charms with its curated music, including tracks originally recorded for the series like its opening theme “Bullets and Flowers” by Francis White and Nikki García, “No me mires” by POL 3,14., and “Tout Ou Rien” by Pipo Romero.
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