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Five Fave: 2019 Easy Streamers

Johnnie Crow — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 21:00:07 +0000

With the growing popularity of streaming services, series binging is quickly becoming the de facto way to watch TV. Sometimes, a series has just too many seasons, with too many episodes, and story lines that last for years. Do you really have time to just sit down and watch “Lost”?

These are our Five Fave Easy Streamers of 2019 – TV shows that are tight, compact, and easily digestable in just a few viewings. Most can even be consumed over one rainy day on the couch. We have a daring take on the comic book genre. We have an adorable movie star with a deep philosophical dilemma. We have a clever series with a fantasy nod to “Ally MacBeal”. We have the week in the life of a typical family at the holidays. We have a dark twist on the way people live online.

#5 – You starring Penn Badgley on Netflix – 10 episodes

A dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man goes to extreme measures to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by. Obsessed with an aspiring writer, a brilliant bookstore manager begins quietly and strategically removing all obstacles that keep her from him.

#4 – The Moody’s Christmas starring Denis Leary on Fox and Hulu – 6 episodes

A tight-knit but dysfunctional family gathers in their hometown for the “perfect” holiday.

#3 – Dollface starring Kat Denning on Hulu – 10 episodes

A young woman who, after being dumped by her longtime boyfriend, must deal with her own imagination when she literally and metaphorically re-enters the world of women, in order to rekindle the female friendships she left behind. Also starring Brenda Song, Shay Mitchell, and Esther Povitsky.

#2 – Living With Yourself starring Paul Rudd on Netflix – 8 episodes

Burned out on life, Miles undergoes a strange procedure at a strip mall spa — and wakes to find he’s been replaced by a better version of himself.

#1 – The Watchmen starring Regina King on HBO – 9 episodes

Set in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws, Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel of the same name while attempting to break new ground of its own.

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McFarlane Toys Releases Rhaegal, Viserion and Arya Stark Figures

Johnnie Crow — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 06:22:26 +0000

Winter is Coming!

McFarlane Toys’ Dragon and Figure Collectible Line is Continued Featuring Rhaegal and New Versions of Viserion and Arya Stark!

Winter is coming, which means the newest line of Game Of Thrones collectibles created by McFarlane Toys are now available at mass and specialty retailers. These striking renditions of The Game of Throne dragons and figure are available just in time to celebrate the release of HBO’s hit series Season 8, now available on DVD. The night no longer has to be dark and full of terrors with this dynamic duo!

McFarlane Toys is continuing the dragon collectible line with the addition of Rhaegal and a new version of Viserion. Both dragons include a base and flight and come in deluxe box packaging.

The newest version of Viserion showcases him as he was before his death, at the hands of the Night King, in his cream and gold colored scales and red-orange wings and features a wingspan of 16.5-inches and 10 points of articulation, to allow simulating the action-packed live movements from the hit-series. As an added accessory, Viserion includes an additional fire piece. The Rhaegal figure has an 8-inch wingspan and 10 points of articulation. Viserion is available at Walmart, Target, Amazon, and speciality retailers nationwide, and Rhaegal is available this holiday at Target. MSRP $24.99 each.

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The Game Of Thrones line also features the fan-favorite, Arya Stark, following the battle at King’s Landing. The 6-inch Arya action figure has 12 points of articulation. The figure is accessorized with her battle weapons, including the Valyrian Steel Dagger and Needle Sword. The figure is a Walgreens exclusive and can be purchased for $19.99.

Find all the fan-favorite Game of Thrones figures in-stores today!

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Success, HBO Europe’s first series from Croatia, debuts on HBO in U.S.

Johnnie Crow — Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:33:47 +0000

HBO® EUROPE SETS U.S. DEBUT OF EDGY THRILLER “SUCCESS” ON JUNE 5th

First HBO Production from Adria Region is Available on HBO NOW®, HBO GO® and Partners’ Streaming Platforms

New York, NY (June 5, 2019) – Success, HBO® Europe’s first series from Croatia, debuts on HBO NOW®, HBO GO®, HBO On Demand and partners’ streaming platforms on June 5^th. Directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Danis Tanović (No Man’s Land), the six-part drama offers a dark insight into the workings of contemporary society through the stories of regular people who have been pushed over the edge by that same community.

Success is centered on four people: Vinka (Iva Mihalić) – a middle-class bank clerk, Haris (Uliks Fehmiu) – a successful architect, Blanka (Tara Thaller) – a troubled teenage girl, and Kiki (Toni Gojanović) – about to lose his apartment because he is unemployed. These complete strangers cross paths when they stumble upon the aftermath of a violent incident, forcing them to work together to resolve the matter or deal with the consequences – all while trying to overcome their personal struggles.

Created and written by Marjan Alčevski, the series was selected as one of the winning projects of HBO Adria’s First Draft screenwriting contest. The story explores feelings of frustration, helplessness and passivity through the prism of love, work, family, loyalty, insecurity and crime.

Click here to view the trailer of “Success,”
now available to stream on HBO NOW
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2SL9GXHj_4&feature=youtu.be

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McFarlane Toys Launches Game of Thrones Figures Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen, the Night King, Arya Stark and Viserion the Ice Dragon

Johnnie Crow — Sat, 11 May 2019 00:27:26 +0000

McFarlane Toys’ Launches the Highly Anticipated HBO’s Smash Hit TV Show Game of Thrones Figures; Dragon Collectible Line

Available Now in Stores Nationwide!

To celebrate the final season of the worldwide hit HBO® series Game of Thrones®, McFarlane Toys’ Game of Thrones action figures and dragons have hit retailers nationwide.

Game of Thrones fans can bring home their favorite characters and dragons, recreate iconic scenes and show loyalty to their favorite house with McFarlane Toys release of these realistic and highly detailed 6-inch scale action figures, as well as a deluxe box set of fan-favorite Game of Thrones characters including Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen, the Night King, Arya Stark and Viserion the Ice Dragon.

Game of Thrones 6-inch Action Figures are available now at Wal-Mart, Target, Amazon and specialty retailers. Each figure was modeled from digital scans of the cast, featuring iconic attire, 12 points-plus of articulation, and comes with character-specific and screen-accurate accessories. MSRP $19.99.

Game Of Thrones Viserion is featured in his ice dragon form from the season 7 finale of Game of Thrones. With a movable tail, legs, wings, and neck, this deluxe figure has more than 10 points of articulations. Viserion’s wings span 16.5″ wide and move up and down. He also comes with a removable burst of blue fire and measures 9″ x 16.5″ x 10.5″ fully displayed on an elevated base. Available now at Best Buy, Target and Amazon.com. MSRP $25.99.

For more information about Game of Thrones visit www.hbo.com.

For more information about everything McFarlane Toys, fans are encouraged to check out www.mcfarlane.com as well as the McFarlane social media channels for updates and news.

http://www.mcfarlane.com; http://www.facebook.com/mcfarlanetoys; http://www.twitter.com/Todd_McFarlane and http://www.instagram.com/mcfarlane_toys_official.

ABOUT HBO LICENCING & RETAIL
HBO Licensing & Retail, a division of Home Box Office, Inc., partners with best-in-class licensees around the world to give HBO’s global audience new and exciting ways to engage with their favorite shows. The division leverages iconic, award-winning HBO programs such as Game of Thrones, VEEP, Sex and the City, Silicon Valley, Insecure, The Sopranos, Big Little Lies, True Blood and more to create officially licensed consumer products, innovative merchandise programs, retail activations and live immersive experiences. HBO Licensing & Retail works across a broad range of product categories, including collectibles, apparel, publishing, live branded experiences, digital gaming, fashion and beauty collaborations, luxury accessories, and beyond. Officially licensed HBO merchandise can be purchased in retail stores around the world, online in the US at http://store.hbo.com, and at the HBO retail hub, the HBO Shop®, located at 42nd and 6th Avenue in New York City.

ABOUT MCFARLANE TOYS
Grammy-and Emmy-winning producer/director Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn, is the creative force behind McFarlane Toys, one of America’s top action figure manufacturers. McFarlane Toys has become an industry leader, redefining the standards within the action figure market. For complete information on this pop-culture powerhouse, visit http://www.mcfarlane.com; https://www.facebook.com/mcfarlanetoys/; http://www.twitter.com/Todd_McFarlane and http://www.instagram.com/mcfarlane_toys_official.

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Fender Custom Shop and HBO Create Game of Thrones Guitars

Johnnie Crow — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 03:03:08 +0000

FENDER CUSTOM SHOP AND HBO®
CELEBRATE THE FINAL SEASON OF THE EPIC SERIES “GAME OF THRONES®”
WITH TRIO OF ELABORATE GUITARS

The Game of Thrones Sigil Collection by Fender Embodies Series’ Most Iconic Houses with Ornate Features such as Dragon Scale Carvings, Faux Wolf Fur Cases, Custom Inlays and Gold-Plated Pickguards

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (April 16, 2019) – Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC), in partnership with HBO Licensing & Retail today announced the introduction of three masterbuilt handcrafted Game of Thrones guitars – dubbed the Game of Thrones Sigil collection – including three models for three fan-favorite houses – Game of Thrones House Stark, Telecaster®, Games of Thrones House Lannister, Jaguar®, and Game of Thrones House Targaryen, Stratocaster®. The trio of deluxe, one-of-a-kind guitars embodies the true essence of Westeros’ most iconic, notable families and are built to order via the Fender Custom Shop. Every detail of the guitars was meticulously considered and chosen to ensure that the authenticity of each house was accurately brought to life for fans of the series and guitar players alike.

“This has been a two-year journey – much of it spent in the concept phase, nailing down a cool and authentic way to bring the two properties together,” said Justin Norvell, EVP Fender Products. “We worked directly and extensively with Game of Thrones’ creator and avid guitar player D.B. Weiss to ensure that our vision, design and materials reflected the identity of each house. And there’s no better place than the Fender Custom Shop to tackle this task with experts in not only guitar-building, but specialized skills, such as carving and engraving, that really set these instruments apart. As existing fans of the series, we couldn’t be happier with the final results and this partnership overall.”

“Ron Thorn at Fender has built three beautiful, GoT-inspired works of art, and you can out-shred your enemies with all of them,” said D.B. Weiss, who along with David Benioff, serves as creator and showrunner of Game of Thrones. “The craftsmanship and attention to detail reminds me a lot of what we saw in our costume and armory shops, and on our sets. I hope these make a few other people 1/1000th as happy as they make me.”

Handcrafted by Principal Master Builder Ron Thorn, each guitar’s design drew inspiration from the house’s family sigil, costume designs, armor and weaponry, as well as each of their locations in Westeros, sparing no details. Thorn’s decades-long experience in luthiery, engineering, inlay, engraving and CNC machine work made him the perfect craftsman to build this ornate collection of guitars that include the following:

Game of Thrones^TM House Stark, Telecaster® – $25,000
The House Stark Telecaster guitar features a lightweight swamp ash body, weathered with inlaid sterling silver purfling that reflects the broodiness of Winterfell’s landscape. The guitar features a maple neck with ebony fingerboard, hand-cut and engraved sterling silver Dire Wolf sigil inlay on the first fret in addition to an embossed nickel silver version on the pickguard. The Tele® also features hand-engraved knobs, an etched neck plate and is finished with thin lacquer over custom paints, including “Raven Black” and “Gray Wolf.”Game of Thrones^TM House Lannister, Jaguar® – $30,000
The House Lannister Jaguar guitar stuns with a lightweight alder body that features 24k Gold leaf with heraldry design on both the front and back, paying homage to the opulent Red Keep in King’s Landing. The guitar has a maple neck with ebony fingerboard, hand-cut and engraved brass Lion sigil inlay on the first fret, a 24k leaf heraldry design carved headstock face, gold hardware and a gold-plated pickguard that is engraved with the Lannister’s sigil. The Jaguar also includes an etched neck plate, hand-engraved knobs and is finished with a thin lacquer over custom paints including “Burnt Crimson” and “Lannister Gold.”

Game of Thrones^TM House Targaryen, Stratocaster® – $35,000
For the House Targaryen Stratocaster guitar, Thorn drew significant inspiration from the family’s sigil, a three-headed dragon, as this Strat features carved dragon scales across the front and back of the guitar. The lightweight alder body is adorned with black hardware, a maple neck with ebony fretboard, hand-cut and engraved sterling silver three-headed dragon sigil inlay on the first fret, as well as a hand-tooled and stained leather pickguard that also features the Targaryen sigil. The Strat also boasts an etched neck plate and is finished with thin lacquer over custom “Dragonglass Black” paint.

Keeping in line with its mission, the Fender Custom Shop and its Master Builders remain committed to creating instruments that players never thought were possible, no matter how challenging or dream-like the project may be. The Game of Thrones guitars took an estimated 300+ hours to create, with over 100 hours dedicated to each individual instrument. “We never stop pushing the envelope at the Fender Custom Shop,” said Mike Lewis, VP of Product Development at Fender Custom Shop. “HBO’s Game of Thrones is an ideal collaboration for us, as the show pushes the limits of creativity and storytelling, and you never know what is going to happen next!”

Each Game of Thrones guitar will be accompanied with a bespoke guitar case that also reflects the ethos of the instrument with ornate attention to detail, as well as an El Dorado strap. Details include:

Game of Thrones House Stark Telecaster: guitar case features a faux wolf fur lining and a black suede exterior as an homage to the direwolf sigil of the Stark House.
Game of Thrones House Lannister Jaguar: guitar case features gold accents including a crushed gold velvet interior and all gold hardware.
Game of Thrones House Targaryen Stratocaster: guitar case boasts an all-black reptile design on its exterior with red stitching accents both inside and out.

For additional inspiration, watch a making of
Game of Thrones Sigil Collection
with Ron Thorn and D.B. Weiss.

About HBO Licensing & Retail
HBO Licensing & Retail, a division of Home Box Office, Inc., partners with best-in-class licensees around the world to give HBO’s global audience new and exciting ways to engage with their favorite shows. The division leverages iconic, award-winning HBO programs such as Game of Thrones, VEEP, Sex and the City, Silicon Valley, Insecure, The Sopranos, Big Little Lies, True Blood and more to create officially licensed consumer products, innovative merchandise programs, retail activations and live immersive experiences. HBO Licensing & Retail works across a broad range of product categories, including collectibles, apparel, publishing, live branded experiences, digital gaming, fashion and beauty collaborations, luxury accessories, and beyond. Officially licensed HBO merchandise can be purchased in retail stores around the world, online in the US at http://store.hbo.com, and at the HBO retail hub, the HBO Shop®, located at 42nd and 6th Avenue in New York City.ABOUT FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION:
Since 1946, Fender has revolutionized music and culture as one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC), whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch® guitars, Jackson®, EVH® and Charvel®, follows a player-centric approach to crafting the highest quality instruments and musical solutions across genres. FMIC is dedicated to unlocking the power of music through electric and acoustic guitars, amplifiers, pro audio, accessories and digital products that inspire and enable musical expression at every stage, from beginners to history-making legends.

For additional information on new Fender products or to find a retail partner near you, visit www.fender.com or fendercustomshop.com. Join the conversation on social media by following @Fender and @FenderCustomShop.

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The Deuce: The Complete Second Season Available for Digital Download December 3 and on Blu-Ray® and DVD February 5

Johnnie Crow — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 12:05:56 +0000

“…definitively one of the best shows on TV.” – Salon

THE DEUCE:
THE COMPLETE SECOND SEASONAvailable for Digital Download December 3
and on Blu-Ray® and DVD February 5

November 27, 2018 (New York, NY) – Experience all of the gritty drama in The Deuce: The Complete Second Season when the hit HBO® show, from executive producers of “The Wire,” is available to own on Digital Download December 3 and Blu-Ray® and DVD Febuary 5. Rated 100% Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, the second season features “brilliant writing, [an] immersive atmosphere and uncommonly excellent acting” (The Hollywood Reporter) throughout.

The Deuce: The Complete Second Season continues to trace the evolution and power dynamics of the porn industry in New York’s Times Square neighborhood in the 1970s. Picking up in late 1977, five years after season one, The Deuce’s backroom massage parlors and hotels have exploded into sprawling emporiums, while the New York Mafia’s grip on the porn business is beginning to slip as talent migrates to the West Coast – but for now, the city is flush with movies, music and art. Season 2 also captures the disco era in all its excesses before developers, crack cocaine, AIDS, and videotapes conspire to end the debauched glory of Times Square.

Created and executive produced by George Pelecanos and David Simon, The Deuce: The Complete Second Season is also executive produced by Nina K. Noble and James Franco. The returning cast also includes James Franco (The Disaster Artist) and first season Golden Globe®-nominee Maggie Gyllenhaal (Crazy Heart), Margarita Levieva (“Revenge”), Lawrence Gilliard Jr. (“The Wire”), Dominique Fishback (HBO’s “Show Me a Hero”), as well as newcomer Luke Kirby (“Rectify”).

Digital Download, Blu-ray®, and DVD Bonus Features Includes*:

The Deuce Season 1 Recap: Revisit all of the twists and turns from Season 1 of ‘The Deuce.’
Candy’s Back: See where Candy (Maggie Gyllenhaal) is headed in Season 2 of ‘The Deuce.’
Height of Porn: Delve inside Season 2 of ‘The Deuce’ in this piece that explores the proliferation of porn in late ’70s NYC.

*Extra content is included only with participating partners

The Deuce: The Complete Second Season
Digital Download: December 3, 2018
Blu-ray & DVD: February 5, 2019
Rating: TV-MA

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Hasbro and HBO Introduce All New Edition of Monopoly: Game of Thrones

Johnnie Crow — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 06:10:28 +0000

HASBRO AND HBO^® JOIN FORCES TO INTRODUCE AN
ALL NEW EDITION OF
MONOPOLY: GAME OF THRONES

New edition integrates elements of the hit series into gameplay
using tokens and properties inspired by the show, coming to retailers January 2019

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (November 19, 2018) – Today, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) and HBO join forces to announce the launch of an all new edition of MONOPOLY: GAME OF THRONES game. Inspired by the network’s hit series GAME OF THRONES, MONOPOLY: GAME OF THRONES is being rereleased with brand-new features including customized tokens, iconic properties and graphics infused within the game board.

The MONOPOLY GAME OF THRONES Edition game will also now feature an Iron Throne card holder that plays the iconic theme song throughout gameplay. This is the first time ever that a music component has been incorporated into a Monopoly Board.

MONOPOLY and GAME OF THRONES fans can set sail to Westeros, with game tokens inspired by the honorary sigils of the Great Houses. Players will travel around the board to buy, sell, and trade iconic locations from the Seven Kingdoms, building castles and holdfasts in their pursuit to rule the Iron Throne.

“HBO has an incredibly robust and passionate fan base for the GAME OF THRONES series, and we’re excited to offer yet another way for these fans to connect with the brand,” said Jonathan Berkowitz, President, Hasbro Brands. “The board, the tokens, the money, and even the game pieces are derived directly from the show, ensuring GAME OF THRONES fans can be transported into the world of Westeros through an engaging and authentic MONOPOLY experience.”

The MONOPOLY: GAME OF THRONES Edition game, designed for fans ages 18 and up, will be available for pre-order today at Walmart, GameStop, and Amazon, for a suggested retail price of $29.99. The game will be available at all major retailers nationwide beginning in January, 2019. Click here to preorder the set on shop.hbo.com

MONOPOLY is the world’s favorite family game brand and is enjoyed by more than 1 billion players in 114 countries across the globe. Fans can engage with the MONOPOLY brand across many platforms and formats including live events, fashion licensing, digital gaming, casino gambling, and more. Stay updated on the latest MONOPOLY brand news at Monopoly.com, Facebook.com/Monopoly, @HasbroNews on Twitter, and @Hasbro on Instagram. For more information on MONOPOLY: GAME OF THRONES Edition game, visit HasbroGaming.com.

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Brewery Ommegang and HBO’s Final Beer in Game of Thrones-inspired Royal Reserve Collection – King in the North – Available Nationwide

Johnnie Crow — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 11:38:00 +0000

Brewery Ommegang and HBO’s Final Beer in
Game of Thrones-inspired Royal Reserve Collection King in the North Available Nationwide Today

New Four-Bottle Royal Reserve Collection Gift Pack Also Available in Time for the Holidays

King in the North, a beer brewed for Jon Snow, is the fourth and final beer in this year’s Royal Reserve Collection, a series of four limited release beers, each designed and brewed as an homage to one of four epic figures engaged in the battle for the Seven Kingdoms.

King in the North pours jet black with a thick tan head. Aromas of roasted malt, coffee, and chocolate blend with those of oak, bourbon, and vanilla. The flavor is rich and full with notes of chocolate, vanilla, coffee, and roasted malt up front followed by smooth bourbon and a hint of oak. The finish is thick and chewy with oatmeal creaminess, and pleasant lingering roast. King in the North pairs well with funky aged cheeses, rich dark meats and decadent desserts. It also makes a great dessert on its own

Brewed to sustain a leader through a long, dark night, King in the North is a barrel-aged imperial stout. The beer is available now at the brewery and at retail on draft and in 750ml bottles. The suggested retail price per bottle is $12.99.

King in the North will be released alongside a special edition Royal Reserve Collection gift pack, just in time for the holidays. The gift pack features one 12-ounce bottle of each of the four Royal Reserve Collection beers including Hand of the Queen – a barleywine, Queen of the Seven Kingdoms – a sour blonde blend, Mother of Dragons – a smoked porter and kriek blend and King in the North – barrel-aged imperial stout. The gift pack also includes a collectible Game of Thornes glass at the suggested retail price of $24.99.

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