New Trailers! A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Death by Lightning, The Witcher: S4, All’s Fair, I Love LA & Pluribus
📺 Game of Thrones rides again, Michael Shannon makes history, Liam Hemsworth takes up the sword, Kim Kardashian rules the courtroom, Rachel Sennott takes on LA & Rhea Seehorn unravels!
📺 “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” Teaser Trailer: A Young Knight (Peter Claffey) Embarks on a Chivalrous Quest in George R. R. Martin’s New Game of Thrones Prequel Series — Premieres Sun, January 18th on HBO & HBO MAX
It’s time to return to Westeros! HBO is expanding the Game of Thrones universe with another prequel series—one that dives deep into the history of the Seven Kingdoms. But instead of focusing on princes, princesses, kings, queens, or power-hungry heirs, this story unfolds through the eyes of a young, inexperienced knight determined to make a name for himself and prove that honor still has a place in a realm ruled by ambition and bloodshed.
Set a century before the events of Thrones, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a new six-episode prequel that promises to show a more whimsical and adventurous side of the Game of Thrones world. But don’t fret—there will still be plenty of mud-soaked swordplay, ruthless dynasties, dragons, and old-fashioned chivalry. It’s just told through the eyes of a noble heart who will face many challenges threatening to turn that heart cold.
Irish actor Peter Claffey (Bad Sisters, Vikings: Valhalla) stars as Ser Duncan the Tall, a well-meaning but naive young knight who partners with his pint-sized squire, Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes). Together, they wander the Seven Kingdoms in an age when the Targaryens still sit on the Iron Throne and the memory of dragons hasn’t yet faded into myth. Great destinies, dangerous foes, and improbable adventures await—all in the shadow of history fans already know too well.
The cast also includes Daniel Ings (The Gentlemen) as Ser Lyonel Baratheon, Bertie Carvel (Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell) as Baelor Targaryen, Danny Webb (The Regime) as Ser Arlan of Pennytree, Sam Spruell (Dune: Prophecy) as Maekar Targaryen, Shaun Thomas (The Selfish Giant) as Raymun Fossoway, and Finn Bennett (Warfare) as Aerion Targaryen, among others.
Behind the scenes, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms reunites Game of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin and writer Ira Parker (House of the Dragon), with Owen Harris and Sarah Adina Smith directing episodes. Executive producers include Sarah Bradshaw, Ryan Condal, and Vince Gerardis.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premieres Sunday, January 18th on HBO and HBO Max, with new episodes released weekly.
📺 “Death by Lightning” Trailer: U.S. President James Garfield (Michael Shannon) and Unhinged Charles Guiteau (Matthew Macfadyen) Are on Collision Course in New Gilded Age Political Miniseries — Premiering Thurs, November 6th on Netflix
Sure, at the moment, we’re all feeling a bit worn out by the current state of politics. So why would anyone want to watch a four-part limited series about a U.S. president who’s barely even talked about these days?
Well, here’s the pitch: the always-fantastic Michael Shannon stars in this new Netflix miniseries, portraying the 20th U.S. President, James Garfield, in the lead-up to his historic presidency and tragically short 79 days in office. Set during the turbulent Gilded Age of 1881—a time of vast economic disparity, rapid industrialization, and the rise of monopolies—Garfield stood as a man of conviction who sought to challenge corruption, fight for civil and voting rights for Black citizens in the South, and protect the interests of American workers.
Garfield was also famously quoted as saying, “Assassination can no more be guarded against than death by lightning,” a hauntingly prophetic statement made less than a year before he was shot and ultimately killed by a mentally disturbed office seeker.
Matthew Macfadyen (of Succession fame) also stars as Garfield’s would-be assassin, Charles Guiteau—a man so desperate for recognition and a place in politics that his delusions and insecurities ultimately drive him to commit the unthinkable.
Now that sounds like a riveting four-part historical drama—one that seems determined to remind viewers that American politics have always been deeply precarious, teetering between idealism and insanity.
Created by Mike Makowsky (Bad Education, I Think We’re Alone Now) and based on Candice Millard’s acclaimed book Destiny of the Republic, Death by Lightning dramatizes the shocking true story of James Garfield’s (Shannon) brief presidency and his fatal encounter with a delusional killer, Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen). With a tinge of dark political satire and caricature, this four-episode series aims to turn one of the strangest chapters in American history into a darkly comic yet deeply human political tragedy—where delusions of grandeur and divine purpose ultimately collide.
Also starring Nick Offerman as Garfield’s Vice President Chester Arthur, Betty Gilpin as Garfield’s wife Crete, and Bradley Whitford as Secretary of State James G. Blaine, with Vondie Curtis-Hall as abolitionist leader Frederick Douglass, and supporting roles from Shea Whigham, Tuppence Middleton, Željko Ivanek, Paula Malcomson, Kyle Soller, and Barry Shabaka Henley, among others.
Death by Lightning is set to premiere Thursday, November 6th on Netflix.
📺 “The Witcher: Season 4” Trailer: Liam Hemsworth Takes Up the Sword as Geralt in New Second-to-Last Season of Netflix’s Epic Fantasy Series — Premiering Thurs, October 30th on Netflix
The show must go on! Even if there’s a new face under that silver-haired wig.
Liam Hemsworth steps into the monster-slaying boots of Geralt of Rivia for the first time in Netflix’s hit fantasy series The Witcher, which returns this Halloween with its fourth season.
As war rages across a divided continent and monsters lurk in the mist, our three main heroes are torn apart in a season that marks a major transition: Hemsworth takes over the lead role following Henry Cavill’s departure over creative differences.
Season 4 isn’t just another chapter... Sadly, it’s the beginning of the saga’s grand finale. Filmed back-to-back with Season 5, these final installments will adapt Andrzej Sapkowski’s last three Witcher novels (Baptism of Fire, The Tower of the Swallow, and Lady of the Lake), bringing Geralt’s story to its long-awaited conclusion.
When we last left our trio, everything had shattered. Geralt, left for dead by Vilgefortz, now rides with Jaskier (Joey Batey) and new ally Milva (Meng’er Zhang), determined to rescue Ciri from Nilfgaard. The problem? The empire doesn’t have her. Emperor Emhyr’s “Ciri” is actually a brainwashed decoy named Teryn (Frances Pooley), while the real Ciri (Freya Allan)—now calling herself Falka—has joined a gang of desert outlaws known as the Rats. Meanwhile, Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) reels from the devastation at Aretuza, stepping into leadership of the mages after the death of her mentor, Tissaia (MyAnna Buring).
Feeling a bit lost with all these twisty storylines? Well, you’ve got less than three weeks to catch up before the penultimate season arrives. But here’s what to look for when it does: a few key new players who could shift the balance. Laurence Fishburne joins the cast as Regis, a mysterious barber-surgeon with a dark past; Sharlto Copley enters as sadistic bounty hunter Leo Bonhart; James Purefoy appears as imperial spy Skellen; and Danny Woodburn takes up arms as Zoltan, Geralt’s loyal dwarven friend.
Hemsworth’s first turn as Geralt begins in a haunting, misty wasteland—silver sword in hand—and yes, there will be plenty of monsters that need slaying.
The Witcher: Season 4 premieres Thursday, October 30th, only on Netflix.
📺 “All’s Fair” Trailer: Kim Kardashian Leads Naomi Watts Teyana Taylor, Sarah Paulson & Glenn Close in Ryan Murphy’s New Glamorous Legal Melodrama Series — Premieres Tues, November 4th on Hulu/Disney+
In the cutthroat world of divorce law, these ladies are unapologetically ambitious, effortlessly glamorous, and stunningly ruthless... and they aren’t taking any prisoners. Just remember: when it comes to divorce, there are no winners... just better settlements.
All’s Fair is Ryan Murphy’s latest foray into high-camp melodrama, and it’s exactly as over-the-top as you’d expect. Think power suits, courtroom showdowns, and champagne-fueled chaos in a world where love and litigation make strange bedfellows.
Model and actress Kim Kardashian leads the charge as the head of an all-female team of powerhouse divorce attorneys who break away from their male-dominated firm to open their own practice. Fierce, brilliant, and emotionally messy, they defend only women—mostly high-powered ones, including celebrities, moguls, and scandal magnets—while navigating their own tangled relationships and rivalries.
In true Murphy fashion, expect plenty of twists, betrayals, wild set pieces, and enough designer wardrobes to fill a Kardashian closet.
Joining Kardashian is an all-star cast that includes Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, Matthew Noszka, Sarah Paulson, and Glenn Close; each chewing the scenery like they’re billing by the hour.
Created, written, and directed by Murphy himself, All’s Fair reunites many of his longtime collaborators—Jon Robin Baitz, Joe Baken, Jamie Pachino, Lyn Greene, and Richard Levine—with Anthony Hemingway serving as executive producer and director, and Kris Jenner among the producing team.
All’s Fair premieres Tuesday, November 4th on Hulu/Disney+.
📺 “I Love LA” Trailer: Rachel Sennott Navigates Fame, Friendship & Self-Delusion in Her New HBO Comedy Series — Premieres November 2nd on HBO MAX
Rachel Sennott broke onto the scene with the sharp-edged comedies Shiva Baby (2020), Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022), and Bottoms (2023)—and she’s never looked back since. Now it’s time for Sennott to bring her brand of whip-smart, acerbic humor to a new HBO comedy series about ambition, friendship, and the many ways people reinvent themselves in a city built on self-delusion.
Created, executive produced, and starring Sennott, I Love LA is an eight-episode comedy that follows Maia, a 20-something writer hustling through Hollywood alongside her equally chaotic friend group—Charlie (Jordan Firstman), Dylan (Josh Hutcherson), Tallulah (Odessa A’zion), and Alani (True Whitaker)—as they chase careers, relationships, and validation in a city that worships all three. Between rooftop parties, failed studio pitches, and existential brunches, these friends learn that the line between “making it” and “faking it” in LA is razor thin.
Packed with cameos and guest stars including Leighton Meester, Moses Ingram, Elijah Wood, and Froy Gutierrez, I Love LA serves up the perfect cocktail of cringe, charm, and chaos—with just enough sincerity to make you care about Maia’s plight to become somebody in the City of Angels. Because in Los Angeles, everyone’s starring in their own version of success... at least that’s how it looks on their Instagram feeds.
I Love LA is due to premiere Sunday, November 2nd, on HBO MAX.
📺 “Pluribus” Teaser: Rhea Seehorn is Somehow ‘Different’ in Vince Gilligan’s New Dark Mystery Series — Premiering Fri, November 7th on Apple TV+
Meet Carol. She’s “different.” But she doesn’t need to worry, help is on the way. Everyone wants her to be “fixed.” The only problem? Carol might not want to be fixed... and, truth be told, there’s a good chance Carol can’t be fixed.
From the mind of Vince Gilligan, the Emmy-winning creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, comes Pluribus (stylized as PLUR1BUS), a darkly surreal, sci-fi-tinged drama where Better Call Saul standout Rhea Seehorn leads as Carol, a deeply cynical writer who suddenly finds herself an unwilling savior in a world overtaken by unnatural happiness.
Set once again in Gilligan’s familiar Albuquerque backdrop, Pluribus trades desert meth labs for mind-bending mysteries. The series itself is shrouded in secrecy—earlier described as Twilight Zone-like, it now feels closer to a darkly comedic Lost, where the mystery is both the hook and the source of Carol’s unraveling.
The newly released teaser gives little away: just haunting glimpses of eerily smiling crowds moving in perfect sync, cryptic radio transmissions, and a moment where Carol seems to be speaking directly to the White House... through her television. But if Gilligan’s track record tells us anything, every detail means something... and every fan theory will probably be wrong.
In what could be Rhea Seehorn’s most enigmatic role yet, Pluribus promises to fuse existential dread with biting humor and the kind of slow-burn storytelling Gilligan fans crave. Because when everyone’s happy all the time (besides Carol, of course)... you know something’s very, very wrong—especially in Albuquerque.
Apple has already doubled down, greenlighting two full seasons of Gilligan’s new series. The nine-episode first season of PLUR1BUS premieres with a two-episode debut on Friday, November 7th.
Apple has been teasing audiences with a string of previously released cryptic sneak peeks. You can check them out below:
I’m so excited for Knight of the Seven Kingdoms!