Today, the nominations for this year's annual Annie Awards were revealed. Apple TV+ earned itself quite a few nods thanks to two animated projects.
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Apple TV+ reportedly scores another win with the Billie Eilish documentary
Apple doesn't go out of its way to release streaming numbers for Apple TV+. But, sometimes, we get a glimpse behind the curtain. Especially when things appear to be going well.
Jodie Comer rumored to star as Josephine in Ridley Scott’s Napoleon Bonaparte film ‘Kitbag’ for Apple TV+
We first heard about Kitbag, an upcoming film centered on Napoleon Bonaparte for Apple TV+, back in January of this year. The upcoming film will be directed by Ridley Scott (Alien, Blade Runner), and star Joaquin Phoenix (Joker). And now we know who will be playing Josephine in the picture.
Apple TV+ teases ‘Foundation’, the second seasons of ‘See’, ‘Truth Be Told’, and more in sizzle reel
Apple is taking part in this year's Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour. As a result, the company is showing off a lot of what's in the works for the Apple TV+ streaming service. That includes first looks and new teaser trailers for things like the second season of Mythic Quest and more.
Jane Fonda joins the cast of Apple TV+ and Skydance animated film ‘Luck’
Luck has been in the works for a while, with Skydance Animation leading the charge. And now we know the film is making its way to Apple TV+ at some point in the future. Today we learn that at least one legendary actor is joining the cast.
Jesse Plemons joins the Apple TV+ film ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
The cast for the next film from legendary director Martin Scorsese, Killers of the Flower Moon, continues to fill out, as one more joins the ranks.
Apple and Skydance Animation announce a multi-year partnership
Following a report back in December, it looks like Apple is finally ready to secure a major partnership with another studio. This time it's an animation studio, and two films may already be in the pipeline.
Netflix’s former CEO doesn’t think Apple is trying hard enough with Apple TV+
Apple TV+ launched in late 2019, and, since then, the streaming service has seen its fair share of positive reviews. Things didn't start out so bright, with initial reviews for launch shows not all that positive. But, since then, the service has shown a pretty solid library of original content. However, that's not good enough for one former CEO.
Lily Gladstone will star alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Apple TV+ film ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
It's been in the works for quite some time (as is par for the course for some Scorsese pictures), but things are still humming along for the upcoming film Killers of the Flower Moon. Now, for instance, we know who will star alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in the Apple TV+ film.
Apple secures sci-fi feature film ‘Dolly’ set to star Florence Pugh
With so much focus on streaming these days, bidding wars are just par for the course as companies look to secure the next big thing to watch at home. Apple has found itself on the winning side of many of those fights. And it looks like it has another victory on its hands.
Apple TV+ shares second trailer for upcoming documentary ‘Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry’ ahead of premiere
Way back in September of last year, Apple TV+ confirmed that the documentary Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry was heading to the streaming service. And now we have a new trailer to share before the premiere date.
Apple TV+ reportedly scores its ‘most-watched weekend’ thanks to the premiere of ‘Palmer’
Apple isn't keen on releasing any numbers itself, as far as Apple TV+ is concerned. But, according to a new report, this last weekend was a pretty good stretch of time for the streaming service.