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Will There Be an “Untamed” Season 2? What We Know (So Far!) About the Netflix Thriller's Future
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Will There Be an “Untamed” Season 2? What We Know (So Far!) About the Netflix Thriller's Future

Netflix's limited series "Untamed," starring Eric Bana as a park ranger investigating a murder in Yosemite, has viewers wondering about a potential season 2. While not yet confirmed, showrunners have teased the possibility of Bana's character solving crimes in a different national park if the show is renewed. Season 1 concluded with the resolution of the murder mystery and closure for Bana's character, Kyle Turner, regarding his son's death.

July 21, 2025 Read on People
“The Gilded Age” Season 3 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
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“The Gilded Age” Season 3 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?

The Gilded Age season 3 premiered on HBO on June 22, consisting of eight episodes airing weekly, with the finale scheduled for August 10. The season premiere was the series' highest-rated yet, focusing on character development and the evolving relationships within New York high society. A mid-season trailer teases upcoming drama for the characters as the season progresses.

July 21, 2025 Read on People
“One Tree Hill”'s Austin Nichols Says Reboot Is in 'Healthy Place' After Being in the Works for 'a Long Time' (Exclusive)
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“One Tree Hill”'s Austin Nichols Says Reboot Is in 'Healthy Place' After Being in the Works for 'a Long Time' (Exclusive)

Austin Nichols says the One Tree Hill reboot, starring Hilarie Burton Morgan and Sophia Bush, is in a "really good" and "healthy" place after securing a deal with Netflix. Scripts are being reviewed, and positive news is anticipated soon. The reboot will reportedly follow Peyton and Brooke as parents 20 years later.

July 20, 2025 Read on People
“The Torkelsons” Cast: Where Are They Now?
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“The Torkelsons” Cast: Where Are They Now?

The cast of the 90s sitcom "The Torkelsons" have pursued diverse paths since the show's cancellation, with some continuing acting careers, others stepping away from the spotlight for family, travel, or new professions like law and acting coaching, and one late cast member having a very established acting career before and after the show. Several actors found success in other popular shows and films, while others opted for more private lives.

July 20, 2025 Read on People
Will There Be a “Too Much ”Season 2? Everything Lena Dunham Has Said About the Hit Show
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Will There Be a “Too Much ”Season 2? Everything Lena Dunham Has Said About the Hit Show

Netflix's "Too Much" follows Jessica, an American who moves to London and impulsively marries musician Felix, exploring their relationship challenges as newlyweds. While not yet renewed, creator Lena Dunham envisions a second season focusing on the complexities of their marriage and adapting to each other's worlds. The first season, starring Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe, is available on Netflix.

July 18, 2025 Read on People
“Sex and the City” Cast Was Jealous of “The Sopranos” Cast for 1 Unexpected Reason: Their Meatballs
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“Sex and the City” Cast Was Jealous of “The Sopranos” Cast for 1 Unexpected Reason: Their Meatballs

Sex and the City and The Sopranos shared a soundstage at Silvercup Studios in Queens. Kristin Davis revealed the Sex and the City cast envied The Sopranos' superior craft services and their guarded, delicious Italian food. Neither show utilized spit buckets during restaurant scenes; actors actually ate the food during filming.

July 17, 2025 Read on People
Jesse Metcalfe Was Turned Away From“ Vampire Diaries” After Being Told His Face Was ‘Too Nice’ to Play a Vampire
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Jesse Metcalfe Was Turned Away From“ Vampire Diaries” After Being Told His Face Was ‘Too Nice’ to Play a Vampire

Jesse Metcalfe revealed he was told his "nice" face prevented him from being cast as a vampire on The Vampire Diaries. Metcalfe also discussed the pressures of maintaining a specific body image in the 2000s and dealing with scrutiny over his appearance. He believes some people tried to damage his career by calling him difficult to work with for expressing his opinions.

July 16, 2025 Read on People
Jenny Han Says It's 'Debatable' If Jeremiah 'Technically' Cheated on Belly in “The Summer I Turned Pretty ”Book 3 (Exclusive)
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Jenny Han Says It's 'Debatable' If Jeremiah 'Technically' Cheated on Belly in “The Summer I Turned Pretty ”Book 3 (Exclusive)

Jenny Han discusses the upcoming season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, focusing on Jeremiah's controversial hookup with another girl while he and Belly were on a break. Han emphasizes empathy for all her characters, including Jeremiah, despite the situation and how it affects Belly's relationships with Steven and Taylor. The storyline raises questions about whether Jeremiah's actions constitute cheating.

July 16, 2025 Read on People
How Gladys Russell's Marriage on “The Gilded Age” Mirrors the Real-Life Story of Consuelo Vanderbilt
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How Gladys Russell's Marriage on “The Gilded Age” Mirrors the Real-Life Story of Consuelo Vanderbilt

Gladys Russell's marriage to the Duke of Buckingham on *The Gilded Age* mirrors Consuelo Vanderbilt's arranged marriage to the Duke of Marlborough. Both women were pressured by their mothers to marry for status, sacrificing their own desires. The show may continue to parallel Consuelo's story, which included unhappiness, divorce, and a surprising twist involving a future Duchess also named Gladys.

July 15, 2025 Read on People
“How I Met Your Mother”’s Barney Stinson Had 1 Surprising Sci-Fi Influence
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“How I Met Your Mother”’s Barney Stinson Had 1 Surprising Sci-Fi Influence

How I Met Your Mother's co-creator revealed that Barney Stinson's backstory, particularly his transformation into a suit-wearing womanizer, was inspired by Darth Vader's transformation in Revenge of the Sith. The episode "Game Night" depicts Barney's evolution from a hippie to a suit-clad character after his girlfriend leaves him for a businessman. Over time, the show struggled to maintain the ironic distance from Barney's character, sometimes losing sight of the insecurity beneath his persona.

July 14, 2025 Read on People