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The film 'One Battle After Another' features a non-linear timeline with a 16-year jump, making its exact setting ambiguous. Details like modern technology and retro cars suggest it could be set anywhere from recent past to future, emphasizing the film's theme that revolutionaries are always ready to rise again, regardless of the era.
The Season 6 premiere of All American features a significant time jump, revealing the aftermath of Olivia's extended stay in London and its impact on her relationship with Spencer. The episode also addresses developments in the NFL draft, Patience's recovery from a stabbing, Layla's new business venture, and Asher and Jaymee's parenthood journey.
Quinta Brunson, creator and star of Abbott Elementary, explained the time jump in the show's season three premiere, attributing it to the production halt caused by the 2023 writers and actors strikes. The season picks up five months into the school year, featuring a lighter load of 14 episodes instead of the usual 22. The premiere also introduced a new setting within the Philadelphia School District and featured surprise cameos from Philadelphia Eagles players. The showrunners discussed the challenges of plotting the time jumps and teased big guest stars for the season.
The producers of "Abbott Elementary" discuss the show's time jump, character developments, and upcoming episodes, revealing insights into the decision to skip ahead in the school year, Janine's pursuit of a fellowship at the district level, and the emotional growth of various characters. They also share details about the show's epic cameos, including Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, and tease Gregory's upcoming arc in the season.
"Abbott Elementary" creator and star Quinta Brunson discusses the challenges of resuming the show after a strike-induced delay, leading to a creative time jump in Season 3. The premiere reveals major changes for the characters, including Janine's decision to work for the school district, Ava's transformation, and the evolving dynamics between Janine and Gregory. The shortened season also aims to explore public school administration while maintaining the show's comedic focus.
Jacob Elordi jokes about needing a "Benjamin Button" transformation due to aging before Euphoria's potential third season, hinting at a rumored time jump to address the cast's aging. The show also faces the challenge of addressing the tragic loss of Angus Cloud, who passed away last summer. Meanwhile, the team behind Cloud's film "Freaky Tales" fondly remembers the actor's impact and energy on set.
Fear the Walking Dead showrunners Ian Goldberg and Andrew Chambliss explain the decision to do a seven-year time jump in the season 8 premiere, which explores the impact of life at PADRE on the characters. They also discuss the mystery behind why Madison is being kept alive by PADRE, Morgan's loyalty to the group, and the significance of the graffiti on the walls of the houseboat. The use of bird names for the characters is explained as a way for PADRE to strip everyone of their identity and make them part of the community.
In Sunday's episode of "Barry," the show jumped forward eight years, with Barry and Sally living under new names and raising a son named Jack in a bleak rural town. Barry seems happy with this new life and has become very religious, while Sally is miserable and drinking her way through it. Sarah Goldberg, who plays Sally, says it's an opportunity for her character to fulfill her acting dreams. Bill Hader, the star and co-creator, says Barry is in heaven and trying to be the father he's always wanted to be.
The fifth episode of the final season of HBO's "Barry" confirms the previous episode's time-jump, showing an older Barry and Sally living under new identities with their son. Barry has convinced himself that he's a good person now, but it's all a façade. The episode fits into the trend of departure episodes, but it's a tough sit due to the misery and boredom of the fugitives' lives. Barry's declaration that he has to kill Gene sets up the series' endgame, as both he and the show are more comfortable back in Hollywood.
Riverdale star Lili Reinhart discusses the upcoming seventh and final season of the show, which features a time jump to the 1950s and sees the characters back in high school. Reinhart says the time jump feels like a reset for the show and allows for a new side of Betty Cooper to be shown. She also teases that Barchie fans will be "well fed" in the final season, with a lot of sweet, nostalgic moments throughout.