Finally, after nearly three years of waiting, Stranger Things Season 4 is just around the corner, with Volume 1 airing exclusively on Netflix on May 27.
Philippine Concerts was fortunate to catch the first episode of the highly anticipated season during the special screening at the Power Plant Cinema 4 last May 20 — thanks to Netflix! Members of the media were allowed to release spoiler-free reactions, and so we are sharing them with you!
Before the attendees got to the exclusive screening of the first episode, we were welcomed with a Stranger Things-inspired photo booth. And we can definitely feel the upside-down vibe during the event.
The one-hour and fifteen-minute-long episode is more character-focused and sets the stage for what is to come in Season 4. Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 1 episode 1 showed elements that will move the story forward in terms of the upside-down as it focuses on the development of the characters who try to move on from the events of the past. Overall, the storyline and flow, as witnessed in its first episode, will give bigger stakes for the most action-packed and scariest season of Stranger Things.
Check out some reactions below to pump you up for Volume 1 on May 27, exclusively on Netflix (plus, catch our full review this weekend):
Stranger Things 4 Vol.1 Episode 1 was thrilling, comedic, and mindfucking!!!
I can't say any spoilers but expect both the best and the worst. Oh and *** is ***!!!
Had an opportunity to watch the first episode of #StrangerThings4, no doubt that this season will be the scariest, totally different vibe from season 3. Can't wait to watch its entirety. Thank you @Netflix_PH
— Jophanie Tagudin (@jophanietagudin) May 23, 2022
#StrangerThings4 shines with its darkest & most ambitious season yet. With expansive episodes that bring us deeper into its world while increasing both scares & nostalgic elements, it makes for a less bingeable but more rewarding season that will please the series’ biggest fans pic.twitter.com/Qt2a87aA3e
#StrangerThings4 is the most interconnected season yet with memorable journeys for Eleven, Hopper, Steve, and Max in particular. Also, you shouldn’t be afraid of the runtime. If anything, it should make you excited for the twists and turns to come! @Stranger_Things@netflixpic.twitter.com/7Qhgv7FQio
Do not miss Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 1 on May 27, exclusively on Netflix! Raise your expectations and be prepared for a thrilling season you have never experienced before.
Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky stans, it’s your time to rise! The stars of the well-loved and highly-popular Netflix film To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, Lana Condor and Noah Centineo, will be coming to the Philippines for a special fan meeting next month.
Netflix got everyone feeling all excited and in love when it announced, through its social media platforms, that the two actors will meet their fans on February 15 at the Activity Center 2, Glorietta, Ayala Center in Makati at 5 p.m. for the promotion of the highly-awaited sequel, To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You, which starts streaming on Netflix on February 12.
It’s a free fan event on a first come, first served basis. You can also join the conversation and express your excitement using the hashtag #TATBPhilippines.
Lana Condor and Noah Centineo teamed up to bring to life the lead characters of Jenny Han’s New York Times best selling novel, To All The Boys I’ve LovedBefore, Lara Jean Covey and Peter Kavinsky. The film adaptation was released on Netflix in August 2018, receiving an approval rating of 97 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
In December 2018, Netflix announced that a sequel film will be developed with Condor and Centineo reprising their roles. Filming for P.S. I Still Love You started in March 2019 and ended in May the same year. The upcoming film will introduce Jordan Fisher as John Ambrose McClaren.
And excitement is truly high for the next To All The Boys film as the trailer, which came out in mid-December last year, has raked in more than 7.1 million views on YouTube alone.
Oh boy! Manila finally got the luck to see Henry Cavill up close last December 12, Thursday, during his visit to Manila to promote his new series for Netflix, The Witcher. Lauren Schmidt Hissrich, the series’ show-runner, was with him from the press conference to meeting their incredible Manila fans.
The two were very generous and game to sign a lot of posters with Henry even signing Superman items as he walked towards the black carpet.
We listed our ultimate fan-favorite moments during the event:
We were able to see him in flesh and up close! (Thanks to Netflix for making it possible!)
We got to know that he was a huge PC gamer and a fan of the novel long before he can read it himself. What a sweet surprise that this mutated monster hunter can relate to what he is and will be on the show.
Lauren’s answer when asked about how she approaches each project (that come her way) on a woman’s perspective:
I never think of myself as a female writer. I’m just a writer trying to solve stories. What’s important to me is to make sure that the stories that we’re telling about women are as dimensional and interesting as the ones were telling about men. It’s not about women being appropriate. It’s not about men being more appropriate. We’re making sure that all these characters are fully fleshed out.
That Geralt has indeed soft spots! He is for love which fans will get to see on the show
That the show will be the next big thing to look out for.
The souvenirs! What better way to commemorate the show than having to bring home memorabilia — a shirt, a signature wolf medallion, and a signed poster!
The fact that Henry went an extra mile for his audition and didn’t stop waiting, making follow up, and phone calls for the most coveted role.
Thank you, Netflix! We are excited to know all about The Witcher and see how beautiful you guys will transform it will from a novel to series. The Witcher premieres on Netflix on December 20th.
HENRY CAVILL, WHO STARS AS GERALT OF RIVIA IN NETFLIX’S THE WITCHER, AND SHOWRUNNER LAUREN SCHMIDT HISSRICH HAVE AN EPIC TIME IN THE PHILIPPINES!
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – DECEMBER 12, 2019 – Henry Cavill, who stars as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s The Witcher, and showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich celebrated the upcoming release of the fantasy series with Filipino fans in Manila. Henry and Lauren participated in a press conference, a special #TheWitcherInManila event followed by a screening of episode one.
At the press conference, actor and triathlete Matteo Guidicelli greeted Henry and Lauren, introducing them to the audience. During the Q&A, the actor who plays Geralt (also known as the White Wolf) talked about his love for The Witcher, saying, “I read the books and fell in love with them. I’ve been a fantasy genre fan since I was a boy, and for me, it was such a wonder to read something that was so new and a fresh take on the genre.”
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
Henry and Lauren then expressed their deep gratitude for the warm welcome and huge support from Filipinos. Series showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich also shared her love for The Witcher. “I was a fan of The Witcher books, so getting to do this has been a dream come true. It’s so much bigger than what I thought it was going to be. I never expected to come to the Philippines, and here we are!”
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
Later in the afternoon, fans had the opportunity to see Henry at #TheWitcherInManila fan event at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Activity Center. Host Matteo and The Witcher cosplayers interacted with the audience.
After witnessing the special court dancing and sword fighting acts, the audience participated in a count down and welcomed both Lauren and Henry to thunderous applause. Both signed autographs and posed for photos before Henry took the stage. After a brief chat and photo with cosplayers dressed as Geralt, Yennefer and Ciri, Henry closed out the event by saying “Mahal Ko Kayo” and treated fans to an exclusive look at the second and final trailer for The Witcher.
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
Day one of the #TheWitcherInManila press tour closed with a special screening introduction by Lauren and Henry. “This is a very exciting moment for Lauren and myself. Even though we are the ones here on stage it’s not just us who put in hours and hours of hard work,” he said. “It’s a crew and a cast of 300+ people. We wish we could have them here. But when you’re watching this, remember that they worked so hard for your entertainment, and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it,” added Henry.
Excited fans continued to immerse themselves in the world of The Witcher at a special photo zone in the mall, open every day from 11 am to 9 pm, from December 10 until December 13.
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
The Witcher Season 1 premieres on December 20, only on Netflix. Netflix announced a second season pick up for The Witcher. The second season will begin production in London early in 2020, for a planned debut in 2021.
Based on the best-selling fantasy series of books, THE WITCHER is an epic tale of fate and family. The story of the intertwined destinies of three individuals in the vast world of The Continent, where humans, elves, witchers, gnomes, and monsters battle to survive and thrive, and where good and evil is not easily identified.
Henry Cavill (Mission Impossible – Fallout, Man of Steel) leads the cast of The Witcher saga, playing the role of Geralt of Rivia, alongside other main cast members, Anya Chalotra (The ABC Murders, Wanderlust) as Yennefer and Freya Allan (The War of the Worlds, Into The Badlands) as Ciri. Other previously announced cast include Jodhi May (Game of Thrones, Genius) as Calanthe, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson (Fortitude) as Eist, Adam Levy (Knightfall, Snatch) as Mousesack, MyAnna Buring (Ripper Street, Kill List) as Tissaia), Mimi Ndiweni (Black Earth Rising) as Fringilla, Therica Wilson-Read (Profile) as Sabrina, and Emma Appleton (The End of The F**king World) as Renfri, Eamon Farren (The ABC Murders, Twin Peaks) as Cahir, Joey Batey (Knightfall, Strike) as Jaskier, Lars Mikkelsen (House of Cards, Sherlock) as Stregobor, Royce Pierreson (Wanderlust, Judy) as Istredd, Maciej Musiał (1983) as Sir Lazlo, Wilson Radjou-Pujalte (Jamillah & Aladdin, Dickensian) as Dara, and Anna Shaffer (Harry Potter) as Triss.
The Witcher premieres on Netflix on December 20. Follow The Witcher on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Queens take control with OG Queen, Gloria Diaz, joining as a very special guest star! New fans can watch Insatiable Season 1 Episode 1 for FREE for a limited time!
The Philippines loves Insatiable, and Netflix has a special treat for fans by bringing the series stars to Manila!
Debby Ryan, who plays Patty Bladell, and Dallas Roberts, who plays pageant coach Bob Armstrong, will be coming to Manila on October 8, 2019. Watch Debby’s message to the Philippines here and the new trailer here.
Pinoy fans can get to see the stars at the #InsatiablePhilippines fan event that will bring together everything fun, exciting, and over-the-top about the show. Rumour has it that there is a pageant involved…
Ready to take control and unleash your inner beauty queen (or king) alongside Debby, Dallas, and Gloria? Fans can check the official Netflix Philippines Instagram page, instagram.com/netflixph to find out how they can be part of the fan event.
Wait, there’s more…
If you have not seen Insatiable yet, Netflix is making it even easier to join the fandom. Starting October 2, for a limited time, anyone in the Philippines (even non Netflix members) will be able to watch the first episode of Insatiable Season 1 for free, exclusively at www.netflix.com/insatiable.
Note: The free episode can be viewed at www.netflix.com/insatiable on desktop, as well as on Chrome browsers on Android. iPhone/iPad users will be prompted to enter their email address to receive a link through which they can watch the episode on their desktop.
About Insatiable Season 2
In season two of Insatiable we find Patty dealing with, well, a lot. Her past is haunting her, and her struggle to be “good” is becoming harder and harder each day as she battles her inner demons. And Bob – well – he’s helping her cover up Christian’s murder, but just how far will his loyalties go? Will he continue to allow his romantic relationships, his career ambitions, and his integrity to take a beating, just to help Patty pursue her pageant dreams? And when beauty queens start going missing, who’s to blame? Patty’s rage? Or is there more at play?
Insatiable Season 2 launches October 11, only on Netflix.
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