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NewsSuper Bowl Becomes Instant Advertisement For 'Revolution'

Unplanned blackout at stadium gives NBC a boost

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The whole world is watching the Super Bowl. And even though the American broadcast of it was on CBS this year, it was impossible for the network to not imply advertisement of a show on its competitor. You know, "Revolution"? Remember it? The lights went out at the Super Bowl for more than 30 minu ...

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News'Doctor Who' Biopic Attracts Harry Potter, 'X2' Stars

David Bradley, Bryan Cox, Jessica Raine are quite familiar with iconic franchise

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It's not very often that fans will find a movie based on the creation of a television series. But the 50th anniversary of "Doctor Who" isn't going unnoticed by BBC, and it's about time some of the history of the show gets recorded for future generations. That's exactly what Mark Gatiss is doing w ...

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NewsSurprise! J.J. Abrams Directing Next Star Wars Feature

However, what does this mean for Star Trek?

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Can a director make a leap from one major franchise to another, and still come back for a little more? That's what J.J. Abrams may have to find out after reportedly agreeing to direct the next Star Wars film. The Wrap says Abrams has signed a deal with Walt Disney Co.'s Lucasfilm to take on the s ...

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NewsABC's 'Neighbors' Gets George Takei

Star Trek veteran will show up in season finale

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If there is a comedy show out there appealing to science-fiction fans -- like say "Big Bang Theory" or "3rd Rock from the Sun" -- expect George Takei to be a part of it. That latest show is "Neighbors," where actual illegal aliens become a part of the neighborhood on ABC. Takei, best known for pl ...

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NewsReport: Christopher Eccleston Returns For 'Doctor Who' Anniversary

Details of special is said to include all 11 Doctors from past 50 years

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When Christopher Eccleston parted ways with "Doctor Who" in 2006, in his mind it was for good. And even when fans were clamoring for him to return at least for this year's 50th anniversary special, it was a no, no, no, no, and a no. But something seems to have changed Eccleston's mind as he is no ...

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NewsOriginal Batmobile Auctions For $4.6 Million

Buyer says car is going in his living room

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The Batmobile, a souped-up 1955 Lincoln Futura used in the 1966 series, now has a new owner for the first time in decades. And it most likely does not come with a bumper-to-bumper warranty. Rick Champagne, who owns Champagne Logistics in Tempe, Ariz., paid $4.6 million for the car that has had on ...

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News'Fringe' Ends Five-Year Run On High Note

PLUS: "Vampire Diaries' catching up with 'Arrow' finally

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The end of "Fringe" was a bit bittersweet. Bitter that it had to end, but sweet that it was allowed to end on its own terms despite its audience wows. And audiences thanked Fox by at least showing up a little more than usual for the final episodes. "Fringe" ended its series run with a 2.0 rating/ ...

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NewsFlorida Seeks $20M Lost In Digital Domain Debacle

Visual effects studio in the middle of bankruptcy

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A visual effects studio that once planned to compete with the rest of Hollywood by using college students paying them tuition to work on films, is already facing bankruptcy. But now it has the ire of Florida state officials who are demanding they get the $20 million they invested in the company to m ...

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News'Lost Girl' Forced To Explain Controversial Episode

Activist group takes issue with how apparent transgendered character is treated

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A Canadian series that has found a home in the United States on Syfy, "Lost Girl" is considered one of the most inclusive television series currently on the air. Especially when it comes to the gay, lesbian and bisexual community. But the show has apparently created some enemies within the transg ...

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NewsCount Martha Jones Out Of 'Doctor Who' Anniversary

Freema Agyeman's absence may mean a certain Doctor could be in

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Fans hoping for an appearance by Martha Hones in the 50th anniversary special of "Doctor Who" are destined for disappointment. Freema Agyeman, who played The Doctor's companion in the third season of the revived series, says that she will not be a part of the on-screen celebration of the show, bu ...

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NewsIt's Over: Syfy Puts End To 'Alphas'

X-Men-style series lasted just two seasons on cable channel

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It was "The X-Men" meets "Rubicon." A small group of evolved humans brought together by a scientist to try and solve crime in an office setting, each with their own distinct ability. "Alphas" was a series brought into the same universe as "Eureka" and "Warehouse 13," but even that wasn't enough t ...

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NewsRonald D. Moore Ready For Syfy Return

New series, 'Helix,' part of his Sony Pictures Television deal

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Fans knew it wouldn't take long for Ronald D. Moore to make a triumphant return to Syfy. The developer of the rebooted "Battlestar Galactica" series that helped put the cable channel on the map, is reportedly returning for a new series he has developed through Sony PIctures Television. "Helix" ...

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NewsStar Trek's Original Captain: Show Is Window To Future

Rare interview with Jeffrey Hunter surfaces talking about first pilot

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By the time fans were introduced to his character of Capt. Christopher Pike, the original commander of the USS Enterprise was confined to a wheelchair, only able to communicate through a single light. But Jeffrey Hunter was a pioneer in terms of what would become television and movie history, ta ...

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News'Hunger Games' Actor Jonesing For More Francis Lawrence

New Hunger Games director lights things up

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Toby Jones is excited. Soon to return as games announcer Claudius Templesmith in the much-anticipated Lionsgate sequel "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire," Jones had nothing but glowing things to say about new director Francis Lawrence. The director of "I Am Legend" has "a very different rhythm ...

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NewsOUAT's Evil Queen Shows Soft, Tough Sides

Lana Parilla was born to play an intimidating character

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When fans watch Lana Parrilla as Regina Mills (aka the Evil Queen) in "Once Upon a Time," they may think of several adjectives: Beautiful, talented ... maybe even frightening or scary. But, one that might not immediately come to mind is "Puerto Rican/Sicilian." And that has a major influence on ...

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