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NBC has announced a February 23 premiere date for 'Suits: L.A.', a new legal drama set in the same universe as the popular series 'Suits'. The show, starring Stephen Amell and Josh McDermitt, focuses on a Los Angeles law firm specializing in entertainment and criminal law. It is part of NBC's midseason lineup, which also includes 'The Hunting Party' and 'Grosse Pointe Garden Society', both debuting in early 2025.
After being canceled by Starz, the drama series "Heels" has found a new home on Netflix through a licensing agreement with Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution Group for its two seasons. While there is an option for a third season, its possibility depends on the availability of the show's stars, Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig. "Heels" revolves around the world of small-town pro wrestling and features a talented ensemble cast.
The canceled wrestling drama "Heels" has been licensed to Netflix by Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution, giving the streaming platform nonexclusive rights to the two-season, 16-episode series. While Netflix has not renewed the show, there is potential for a revival if it performs well on the platform. However, logistical challenges may arise due to the lead actors' commitments to other projects. This deal reflects Netflix's strategy of licensing "gently used" programming and its increasing focus on sports and "sports adjacent" content.
Bryan Greenberg has been cast as a series regular in NBC's Suits: L.A. as entertainment lawyer Rick Dodsen, a protégé of high-powered Los Angeles attorney Ted Black, played by Stephen Amell. The show, a companion series to Suits, will be penned by Suits creator Aaron Korsh and also stars Lex Scott Davis, Josh McDermitt, Alice Lee, and Troy Winbush. Greenberg's previous TV credits include One Tree Hill, How to Make It in America, and The Mindy Project.
Bryan Greenberg joins Stephen Amell in the NBC drama pilot Suits L.A., a new extension of the Suits universe from creator Aaron Korsh. Greenberg will play Rick Dodsen, Ted Black’s protege in the entertainment division of Black Lane Law. The series, not a reboot or revival, centers on a former federal prosecutor from New York who reinvents himself representing powerful clients in Los Angeles, with production scheduled to start in late March in Vancouver.
Stephen Amell is set to star in "Suits: LA," a spinoff of the legal drama "Suits," which will be a companion series to the original show. The series, developed by Universal Studio Group's UCP, will see Amell playing the lead role of Ted Black, a former New York prosecutor now heading a Los Angeles law firm. The project, which has been ordered a pilot by NBC, is aiming to begin production in late March and could potentially join the network's lineup for 2024-25.
Stephen Amell is set to lead NBC's upcoming "Suits" spinoff, "Suits: LA," as Ted Black, a charismatic force of nature in the legal drama set in the same universe as the original series. The show, created by Aaron Korsch, will follow a new group led by Ted Black, a former New York prosecutor who built an L.A. law firm specializing in criminal and entertainment law. The spinoff has landed a pilot order at NBC, with production set to start in March in Vancouver, and will be directed by Victoria Mahoney.
Stephen Amell is set to lead the NBC drama pilot Suits L.A., a new extension of the Suits universe created by Aaron Korsh. The show centers on Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor from New York who now represents powerful clients in Los Angeles. The character is described as a charismatic force of nature. The series is not a reboot or revival but a brand extension featuring new characters in a new location. Production is set to begin in late March in Vancouver, with Amell's portrayal of Ted Black at the forefront.
Robbie and Stephen Amell, known for their roles in the CW's Arrowverse, have released a teaser for the sequel to their sci-fi film Code 8. After a successful crowdfunding campaign, the cousins created, starred in, and released Code 8 in 2019. The sequel, set to debut on Netflix, follows Connor Reed (Robbie) as he teams up with Garrett (Stephen) to help a young girl targeted by corrupt police officers. Directed by Jeff Chan, Code 8 Part II is expected to be released in 2024.
Actor Stephen Amell, known for his role in "Arrow," was seen picketing in New York after making anti-strike comments at a fan convention. While his former "Arrow" costars and creative team held a planned reunion picket in Burbank, Amell expressed support for his union by joining the picket line in New York. He later clarified his comments on Instagram, expressing understanding for the strike but also frustration.
Actor Stephen Amell clarifies his controversial comments regarding the SAG-AFTRA strike in a lengthy statement on Instagram. He explains that while he doesn't support striking, he stands with his union and understands the reasons behind the strike. Amell acknowledges that his comments were emotionally frustrating and apologizes for any unintentional misinterpretation. He also expresses gratitude for the union's leadership and emphasizes his support for his fellow union members. SAG-AFTRA has not yet responded to his statement.
Actor Stephen Amell, a member of SAG-AFTRA, has expressed frustration with the ongoing strike, calling it a "reductive negotiating tactic" and "myopic." While he supports his union, Amell does not support striking and finds the entire situation frustrating. He made these comments during a convention appearance, where he also discussed his show Heels, which premiered its second season. Amell is currently the highest-profile actor to speak out against the strike, which was voted for unanimously by union members on July 13.
Former "Arrow" star Stephen Amell expressed his support for the SAG-AFTRA union but stated that he does not support the current strike, calling it a reductive negotiating tactic. Amell finds the strike frustrating and believes it is myopic, particularly in relation to his new series "Heels." SAG-AFTRA represents approximately 160,000 members who are on strike against major film and television studios over contract terms, including compensation and artificial intelligence protections.
Actor Stephen Amell criticizes the actors' strike, calling it a "reductive negotiating tactic" and expressing frustration with the lack of progress in negotiations. While thousands of actors and entertainers are striking with the Writers Guild of America (WGA), Amell does not support the strike and believes it is myopic and harmful to the industry. The strike, the first joint walkout by SAG-AFTRA and WGA in over six decades, aims to secure higher pay and residuals in the streaming era and protect against potential job loss to artificial intelligence.
Actor Stephen Amell, known for his roles in Arrow and Heels, revealed that he does not support the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, calling it a "reductive negotiating tactic." While the strike has received overwhelming support from the guild, Amell expressed frustration with the approach and believes it is myopic, particularly in relation to shows like Heels. Some fans criticized his stance on social media, while others speculated that he may have removed posts promoting his new show due to potential trouble with SAG-AFTRA strike rules. Amell thanked his fans for their support during an appearance at GalaxyCon in Raleigh, North Carolina.