Drinking Game Players, Get Ready! Review: True Blood – “F**k the Pain Away”

I guess the title should have clued me in to what to expect, but I’d like to believe there’s more substance to each True Blood (TB) episode. You know, something to make us wonder what the point of this season might be and why I should continue watching.

TV News: Showtime Renews Freshman Series RAY DONOVAN For Second Season

Having made network history as its highest rated original series premiere ever and with continued ratings success in weeks two and three, SHOWTIME has picked up a second season of its critically acclaimed drama series RAY DONOVAN. Created and executive produced by Ann Biderman, the series stars Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award nominee Liev Schreiber in his first lead television role.

TV/Comic-Con News: Liev Schreiber To Host New PBS Series “Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle”

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PBS announced today that American actor, producer, director and screenwriter Liev Schreiber (“X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” Showtime’s “Ray Donovan”) will be the on-camera host for the upcoming series SUPERHEROES: A NEVER-ENDING BATTLE, which premieres October 8, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET. Schreiber also narrates the series, which is the subject of a panel this week at Comic-Con® International: San Diego.

News: True Blood Renewed for Seventh Season

HBO Renews Hit Series TRUE BLOOD For Seventh Season.

Surprises Abound. Retrospective: Falling Skies — “The Pickett Line”

“The Pickett Line” picks up exactly where “Be Silent and Come Out” ends with Tom (Noah Wyle) and his sons heading out alone in search for Anne (Moon Bloodgood) and baby Alexis. Unfortunately, they run into a few snags along the way.

TV/Comic-Con News: Syfy Will Take Over the Streets and Buildings Of San Diego During 2013 Comic-Con

Following last year’s dramatic success in introducing the hit series Defiance at Comic-Con, Syfy will use 2013 Comic-Con International (July 18-21) as the launch pad for its newest scripted series Helix. The new thriller about a mysterious outbreak at a desolate Arctic outpost from Battlestar Galactica’s Ronald D. Moore will premiere on Syfy in January 2014.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss The “Totally Biased” Stand Up Tour with W. Kamau Bell

I urge you to tune in to Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell if you haven’t already, and if you can catch the tour to do so. You won’t be disappointed.

News: Author Neil Gaiman Debuts In His First Acting Role!

“Blood Kiss” Siigning With Amber Benson, Michael Reaves and Surprise Guests

Sex and Heroin. Retrospective: Graceland – “O-Mouth”

At times, the sexual ambience on Graceland takes away from some of its grittiness. The last few episodes seem more like an episode of Big Brother rather than a cop show and “O-Mouth” is no exception.

Movie Trailer: LOVELACE – Starring Amanda Seyfried and Peter Sarsgaard

In 1972—before the internet, before the porn explosion—Deep Throat was a phenomenon: the first scripted pornographic theatrical feature film, featuring a story, some jokes, and an unknown and unlikely star, Linda Lovelace. As Linda Lovelace she became an international sensation—less centerfold fantasy than a charming girl-next-door with an impressive capacity for…

Comic-Con News: UcreateComics & Write Brothers, Inc. Announce Comic Book Writing Contest

Will you be the next legendary comic book writer? Write Brothers, Inc. is partnering with UcreateComics for the “Become Extraordinary” comic book writing competition launching at Comic-Con International in San Diego, July 18th. Entrants will compete for a one-off comic book writing gig that will be illustrated and distributed by the team at UcreateComics.

Cinemax’s “Strike Back” to be at 2013 Comic Con – Returns Aug. 9 for an Explosive Third Season

As a fan of Strike Back, the exciting Emmy®-nominated counterterrorism series on Cinemax, I was excited to hear the upcoming third season is going to be as explosive as ever. Philip Winchester and Sullivan Stapleton will be reprising their roles when Strike Back returns Friday, August 9 at 10 pm ET/PT, along with Rhona Mitra, Michelle Lukes, and Liam Garrigan. For more details on who is joining the cast this season, as well as when and where to connect with the stars at this year’s Comic Con, check out the official press release below.

Comic-Con News: HER UNIVERSE Returns to San Diego Comic-Con/Geek Girl Fashion

Actress, entrepreneur and Her Universe™ founder, Ashley Eckstein, announced today that her groundbreaking fangirl fashion company will be returning to San Diego Comic-Con International in a big way this year! The convention runs July 18th thru the 21st at the San Diego Convention Center. Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano on Star Wars: The Clone Wars, revealed that Her Universe will be offering daily exclusives at this year’s leading pop-culture/media convention creating a fashion shopping experience for fangirls not to be missed.

Comic-Con News: Profiles in History Booth To Showcase Props and Memorabilia From Batman, Mars Attacks, and More!

The costumes, props and memorabilia at their booth will include, The Rorschack, Comedian and Nite Owl costumes fromWatchmen, Christopher Reeve’s Superman III costume and Brandon Routh’s Superman Returns costume, George Clooney’s Batman costume, Halley Berry’s Catwoman costume, Trinity’s costume from Matrix Revolution and an Agent Smith life-size puppet, Brad Pitt’s Achilles costume and much more.

TV News: Travel Channel’s GHOST ADVENTURES Returns For Season 8

For years, Travel Channel’s hit original series “Ghost Adventures” has been going where most fear to tread: the earth’s most haunted locations. Lead investigator Zak Bagans, along with co-investigators Nick Groff and Aaron Goodwin, explore unexplained paranormal activity all over the world in their never-ending quest to understand ghostly phenomena. The team heads out on their latest journey and an all-new season beginning Friday, August 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Comic-Con News: Entertainment Weekly Supersizes at Comic-Con 2013 (Party and Panels)

Entertainment Weekly is exploding onto the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con scene with more elements than ever before to create the ultimate talent destination at the pop culture extravaganza. In addition, Entertainment Weekly will once again bring fans comprehensive live streaming video coverage of the fest.

Comic-Con News: CON OF DARKNESS Party – A Chance to Get VIP Pass!

MPI/DARK SKY FILMS, eOne, IFC Midnight, Along with Dreadcentral.com The Haunted Hotel, Femme Fatales and Shocktillyoudrop.com come together to co-host its annual Genre Party Friday July 19 during Comic-Con International San Diego

TV News: Syfy’s FACE OFF Premieres Aug 13 — With A Twist!

Unexpected twists and turns await in the fifth season of Syfy’s highly-rated and acclaimed unscripted series, Face Off, debuting Tuesday, August 13 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Eight talented and up-and-coming special effects make-up artists arrive to the competition in Los Angeles to a shocking revelation — among their competition are eight more contestants from past seasons of Face Off, all hungry for a chance at redemption.

Movie/Comic-Con News: Insidious: Chapter 2 Invites Fans TO GO FURTHER At Comic-Con 2013

This July, 300 lucky fans will experience the world of Insidious in an interactive installation that will take them into the dark, twisted and disturbing reality of the Lambert Family! With the use of imagery, props, installations, iconic music, exclusive content and more, “TO GO FURTHER” will encapsulate the heartbeat of this unique horror franchise.

Comic-Con News: Dark Horse Announces San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Schedule

Dark Horse Comics is delivering a full slate of signings from your favorite creators at the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con!

TV News: HBO Documentaries – THE CRASH REEL – The Fall and Rise of Snowboarder Kevin Pearce

Kevin Pearce’s professional ascent happens at a time snowboarding tricks are becoming more and more breathtaking, but also drastically more dangerous. His rivalry with superstar Shaun White results in the introduction of now-standard airbags and foam-landing pits. Pearce is poised to compete for the coveted Gold Medal, the pinnacle of the sport and the fulfillment of a lifelong dream, when he misses his landing on a complicated “cab double cork” trick and takes a hard fall on the Park City slopes.

TV/Comic-Con News: HBO and CINEMAX Bring Four Series To Comic-Con 2013

The HBO series TRUE BLOOD and GAME OF THRONES and the CINEMAX series BANSHEE and STRIKE BACK are confirmed for panels and autograph sessions at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2013.

TV/Comic-Con News: Comedy Central Goes To Comic-Con!

COMEDY CENTRAL will descend upon San Diego Comic-Con with a multitude of awesome events. The schedule includes panels from “Workaholics” on Thursday, July 18 from 2:00-3:00 p.m., Ubisoft’s “South Park: The Stick of Truth” videogame on Thursday, July 18 from 6:00-7:00 p.m., “Brickleberry” on Friday, July 19 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and “Futurama” on Saturday, July 20 from 12:00-12:45 p.m.

TV News: Syfy and Trion: “Play the Game. Join the Show” For a Chance To Be On DEFIANCE

Syfy and Trion Worlds announced a new contest that brings a gamer into the television world of Defiance, the groundbreaking online open world shooter and hit television series on Syfy. The “Play the Game. Join the Show.” in-game contest pits players against the game’s Arkfall events to see who can rise to the top and become the ultimate Ark Hunter. The winner’s character will appear during the second season of the TV series.

News: Starz Casts Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser in “Outlander” Series

Sam Heughan Cast As Jamie Fraser In STARZ & SONY PICTURES TV’S “Outlander”