All articles tagged with #fan campaign
Self-funded YouTube star Mark Fischbach (Markiplier) releases Iron Lung, based on a 2022 video game, after a grassroots fan campaign helped it play in 4,000+ theaters and post a domestic debut of about $17 million and over $26 million globally on a reported $3 million budget.
Star Wars fans are campaigning to save the scrapped film 'The Hunt for Ben Solo' with a billboard in New York City, after learning the project was canceled despite positive reception from Lucasfilm. The film, which would have followed Ben Solo's quest for redemption, was ultimately shelved by Disney, leading fans to rally for its reconsideration.
Fans of the Dallas Wings have launched a campaign called 'We Want Nola' to protest head coach Chris Koclanes, leading to chants and protests at games, which has caused tension within the team. Veteran player Myisha Hines-Allen has urged fans to stop the chants, emphasizing the importance of support during a rebuilding season. Despite fan unrest, the team remains focused on their development and draft prospects, with the coaching staff unlikely to make changes mid-season.
The showrunners of "Station 19" are encouraging viewers to watch and tweet during the premiere of the seventh and final season, echoing the fan-led campaign to save the show. Fans have been actively trying to save the series since its cancellation was announced in December, with efforts including billboards in Times Square and Hollywood. The show has been praised for tackling important topics and will reach its 100th episode in Season 7, which will consist of 10 episodes impacted by the Hollywood strikes. The showrunners promise exciting and inclusive storytelling for the final season.
The critically acclaimed comedy series "Our Flag Means Death" has failed to find a new home after being cancelled by HBO's streaming service Max earlier this year. Despite a dedicated fan campaign and complimentary meetings, creator David Jenkins announced on Instagram that there is no alternate home for the show. The series, executive produced by Taika Waititi, follows the story of an aristocrat turned pirate and was praised by critics during its two-season run.
Britney Spears' fans are launching an online attack on her sister Jamie Lynn and her "Dancing With the Stars" (DWTS) partner, Alan Bersten. Jamie Lynn's DWTS debut received negative reviews from Britney's fans, who are calling for her to be voted out and accusing her of abusing Britney. Some fans even hope that Alan purposely drops Jamie Lynn mid-dance. Britney's supporters question why Jamie Lynn was cast on DWTS instead of Britney herself. However, it is unlikely that Britney will show up to support her sister due to her ongoing legal issues.
The canceled Netflix series "Warrior Nun" is set to return as a trilogy of feature films, according to executive producer Dean English. The show, which was the subject of an intense fan campaign to revive it, will continue its story on the big screen. Details about the creative talent attached to the movie trilogy are yet to be announced due to ongoing strikes in Hollywood. "Warrior Nun" is based on the comic book series by Ben Dunn and follows a young woman who is resurrected and becomes part of an ancient order tasked with fighting demons.