Apple Original Films and Sky Dance animations announced their partnership’s debut short film, with former Pixar exec John Lasseter as an Executive Producer.
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Apple TV+ Announcements, Streaming Comparisons – TMO Daily Observations 2021-04-14
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss new announcements on Apple TV+ and a new study of how TV+ stacks up against other services.
Walking 'The Line' — Media+
Apple TV+ has released an original audio podcast – ‘The Line’ – telling the story of U.S. Navy Seal Eddie Gallagher. Jeff Gamet joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss what he likes about the show and why Spotify executives should be worried.
Apple Music on Echo Gear, Apple "Originals" – TMO Daily Observations 2021-04-12
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont for a Media Monday chat about playing Apple Music on Amazon hardware, and Apple’s latest “original” content.
The 'Mythic Quest' Season Two Trailer is Here
Mythic Quest is set to return to Apple TV+ on May 7. On Monday, the new trailer landed. It shows (most) of the team back in the office working on a successor to Raven’s Banquet and gives a hint at how reintegration is going.
Apple TV+: Helpsters Teach Heart T-Ball
In a new clip shared Friday, the Helpsters teach their friend Heart to play T-Ball. It’s the latest in the ‘We’ve Got a Plan’ series of videos from the Apple TV+ show that have been released. It is from the season two finale, which is available now to subscribers.
Jon Stewart’s Apple Show Will be Called ‘The Problem With Jon Stewart’
Apple revealed the title of Jon Stewart’s future show on Apple TV+. Called “The Problem With Jon Stewart” it will launch this fall.
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[Updated]Jason Sudeikis Earns SAG Awards 2021 Win for 'Ted Lasso' Performance
Jason Sudeikis continued Ted Lasso’s winning streak, named Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series at the SAG Awards 2021.
Executive Zennen Clifton Joins Apple TV+ Team
Apple TV+ has hired executive Zennen Clifton from 3BD Networks as a member of the team responsible for scripted series.
Making a Call on 'Calls' — Media+
Dave Hamilton, The Mac Observer’s co-founder and host of Mac Geek Gab, joins Charlotte Henry to discuss a new Apple TV+ offering – ‘Calls’. They think this audio-led programming gives us a hint at what Apple will look to do in the future.
TMO's Charlotte Henry on MacVoices #21060 With Chuck Joiner
Part two of the episode of MacVoices with Chuck Joiner featuring The MacObserver‘s UK Associate Editor and host of the Media+ podcast Charlotte Henry is now available to view. The discussion looks at how tech and politics affect each other. There is also a look at what Amazon securing Thursday Night Football means for sports and streaming. (Spoiler alert, Apple TV+ should still look at getting into sports.) Part one of the conversation, which focussed on the Media+ podcast, is also available to view.
Apple TV+ Updates, Secure Notes – TMO Daily Observations 2021-03-29
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest coming to Apple TV+, and a tip for routing around iMessage (when needed).
David Attenborough Wildlife Documentary Coming to Apple TV+
Apple announced several updates to Apple TV+ in anticipation of Earth Day 2021, including a new wildlife documentary narrated by David Attenborough.
‘Home Before Dark’ Season 2 Releases on June 11
“Home Before Dark” season two will premiere on Apple TV+ Friday, June 11. The mystery drama was created by Dana Fox and Dara Resnik.
Apple Comedy ‘Trying’ Returns for Season 2 on May 14
British comedy series “Trying” on Apple TV+ will return for season two on Friday, May 14, debuting globally.
Apple Studios in Talks to Finance ‘The Greatest Beer Run Ever’
Apple Studios is rumored to be in talks to finance “The Greatest Beer Run Ever” starring Zac Efron and Russell Crowe.
Why Does The Apple TV Still Exist? — Media+
Jason Snell and host Charlotte Henry discuss the future of the Apple TV – not the app, nor the service, but the box. They ponder whether Apple should revamp it, kill it, or just leave it be, and analyze how it fits with the company’s broader media and services strategy.
'Calls' Now Available on Apple TV+
All nine episodes of Calls arrived on Apple TV+ on Friday. The series tells the interconnected story of a group of strangers in the run-up to a catastrophic event via a collection of phone conversations.
Apple TV+ is Headed to The Oscars — Media+
TMO’s Editor-in-Chief Bryan Chaffin returns to Media+ to discuss the significance of Apple TV+ getting its first Oscar nominations. He and host Charlotte Henry also discuss the growing amount of offshoot content Apple is making related to its shows.
Recreate Ted Lasso Biscuits With ‘Binging With Babish’
I watch a lot of cooking shows and one of my favorites is “Binging With Babish.” This week his newest video is recreating the biscuits from “Ted Lasso” on Apple TV+. “Ted Lasso’s optimistic, unflappable energy didn’t just win over the hearts of the footballers he coached; this past year, audiences everywhere were swept up in his Kansas City charm. Now his crumbly, buttery shortbread biscuits can win you over no matter what scumbag ex-husband’s reputation you seek to sabotage, thanks to this simple-but-loving recipe.”
Pepsi Docuseries ‘The Jet’ Coming to Apple TV+
Apple TV+ has landed a docuseries called “The Jet” that tells the story behind the popular Pepsi campaign in the 1990s.
Apple Signs First Look Film Deal With Imagine Entertainment
Apple and Imagine Entertainment have signed a multi-year first look deal, and a deal with Imagine Documentaries has been extended.
Dominique Fishback Joins Samuel L. Jackson in Apple TV+ Series ‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey’
Dominique Fishback is set to co-star with Samuel L. Jackson in upciming Apple TV+ drama series ‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey’.
Apple Orders ‘Lady in the Lake’ Series Starring Natalie Portman
Apple has given a straight-to-series order for “Lady in the Lake” starring Natalie Portman and Lupita Nyong’o.
