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Huge Taika Waititi project cancelled
After two seasons, Max has announced the award-winning show will be cancelled.
Latest from Tv Series
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Why ‘messy and spicy’ Netflix show High Tides has gone viral
The show is gaining traction online as people flock to the streaming service to watch it.
Kiwi wins Emmy for hit Netflix show
The cinematographer won for Sweet Tooth, a large part of which was filmed in NZ.
'Angry and mean': Matthew Perry's final days before death
Report shows how Perry's addictions had taken charge in the days before his death.
Has The Crown altered the public's perception of the royal family?
The controversial Netflix series has changed the way people view the monarchy.
Alan Ritchson on becoming Jack Reacher
Reacher star Alan Ritchson speaks to Jenni Mortimer on season 2 and how he transformed into Lee Child's vision. Video / Supplied
Spartacus is returning: will our favourites be there?
Ten years after last filming in Auckland, Spartacus will be back.
From sublime to subpar: The Crown's final episodes
Has Peter Morgan's series outstayed its welcome?
Is the Scott Pilgrim animated series worth a shot?
The movie bombed, but the frenetic action-rom-com has returned in animated form.
The 10 best streaming TV shows of 2023 to catch up on these holidays
From the end of Succession to the brilliance of Beckham, it was a great year for TV.
Jennifer Aniston's surprising on-set sex confession
The star has opened up about a steamy scene on The Morning Show.
This week's new to streaming picks
Here's a list of movies and shows coming to your favourite streaming services.
'Modern Family' star's perplexing interview raises fans' concerns
Eric Stonestreet seemed to be fighting through pain as he appeared on a live show.
Veteran actor thinks sites like TikTok have made life ‘quite empty’
The actor wants people to realise there is more 'meaning and wealth' in serving others.
'Well deserved': The Gone scoops up five NZ Television Awards
Parts of the series were filmed in the Waikato.
Fergie's raunchy antics may be realised in ‘The Crown’ spinoff
The show's producer is happy to expose "tawdry" royal tales in a follow-up series.
Royally good fashion tributes from The Crown cast
The hit show's finale celebration included some royal-inspired looks you may recognise.
Kim Crossman’s fiance shows off new tattoo
At the New Zealand TV Awards last night, Kim Crossman's fiance showcased his new tattoo in her honour. Video / Carson Bluck
The new indigenous travel series celebrating Māori and Hawaiian culture
In his new Whakaata Māori series, Pio Terei explores connections between NZ and Hawaii.
'Surprise': House of the Dragon drops S2 trailer
The surprise season two trailer has sent fans into a dragon war induced spin.
Nom nom nom. What’s the deal with Cookie Monster’s cookies?
New York Times: Ever wondered what the Sesame Street muppet eats? We have the answer.
The Squid Game reality remake is a trainwreck, and you won't be able to look away
The reality remake of the dystopian drama is horribly watchable.
Kea Kids News: MIPJUNIOR, Part Three - What’s up next for kids on the small screen? A Kea Kids News exclusive finds out!
In part three of our MIPJUNIOR exclusive, all kinds of kids brands are getting in on the tv action. Kea Kids News reporter Rose gets a first look at a Crayola show, Nelvana Animation tells us all about new cartoon Piñata Smashlings and we meet some awesome STEM robots at Sesame Workshop! Video / Kea Kids
Kea Kids News: MIPJUNIOR, Part Two - What’s up next for kids on the small screen? A Kea Kids News exclusive finds out!
It’s part two of our series, where we catch up with the creator of PAW Patrol, learn what’s new with Wallace and Gromit, and what’s great about Badjelly the Witch. Kea Kids News reporter Rose gets advice on how we can go after our tv dreams, too! Video / Kea Kids
Kea Kids News: MIPJUNIOR, Part One - What’s up next for kids on the small screen? A Kea Kids News exclusive finds out!
In part one of our special series, we’re hearing about the BBC’s plans for Pokemon, what Canada’s got cooking for Strawberry Shortcake, and PBS’s Lyla In the Loop. Kea Kids News reporter Rose takes us to Cannes, Frances, where the bigwigs are talking kids tv! Video / Kea Kids
The Crown reaches a creative dead end with Diana’s ghostly return
REVIEW: The first four episodes of Peter Morgan's final series are intrusive and clumsy.
What's new to streaming this week?
Here are shows and films coming to your favourite streaming services soon.
Ben Mitchell's life after Shorty: TV drama to concrete dreams
House that! The soap favourite is set on building a new dream.