Jason Bateman on his new Netflix money-laundering dramaOzark

Think more along the lines of illicit. [Marty must] wash $8 million or his whole family will be killed, sums up Bateman. That allows me more flexibility and latitude to pull and push the audience into Im for him. Credit: Jackson Davis/Netflix Marty Byrde is right on the bullseye. Bateman, though, was even more intrigued by what he could do behind the camera. But what drew me to it was the opportunity to direct something like this....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Timothy Walker

Jason Bateman slammed for defending Jeffrey Tambor as Jessica Walter tears up over verbal attack

I sound like Im condoning yelling at work. It sounds like Im excusing Jeffery. It sounds like Im insensitive to Jessica. In fact, Im horrified that I wasnt more aware of how this incident affected her. … And what you learn is context. Costar Alia Shawkat responded, But that doesnt mean its acceptable. And the point is that things are changing, and people need to respect each other differently. Batemans remarks were met with criticism online, with many prominent writers and journalists weighing in....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 141 words · Brittany Duncan

Jason Isaacs discovered hisStar Trekcatchphrase was a problem

To read more onStar Trek: Discovery,pick up the new issue of Entertainment Weekly. You canbuy all three here, or purchase the individual covershere,here, andhere. When he came on boardStar Trek: Discovery, actor Jason Isaacs thought he should have a catchphrase. The BritishHarry Potteractor was playing a starship captain, after all. AndThe Next Generations Captain Picard had not one buttwoof them, with Engage! and Make it so. I was so cocky, Isaacs recalls....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Cody Lee MD

Jason Mantzoukas gives update on adaptation of 'amazing' graphic novelBattling Boy

But Mantzoukas is also a writer, whose credits include the Adult Swim showChildrens Hospitaland 2014sRide Along. Its this amazing story, he says. Its hard to explain, but Paul Pope works within classic superhero archetypes to tell serious stories. Credit: First Second The Batman-punch in character is a 17-year-old girl and the Superman-punch in character is a 12-year-old boy. But its a coming of age story for these two kids. Theyre human stories of kids coming of age but in extraordinary circumstances....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Gregory Jackson

Jason Mantzoukas had an 'insane' restroom encounter withLeaguefan

and I am day drunk! Get ready to see my dk! So, theyll scream, Lets all get the same girl pregnant! Everett Collection But people will just scream, Rafi! And is that ever awkward? Yes, its awkward, Clark! Ofcourse, its awkward! I was in a public restroom two weeks ago. I was just at a sink washing my hands. A guy walks in and goes, Oh, st,thisguys here? Well, I guess were all about to see his dick!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Lisa Hernandez

Jason Porath's Rejected Princesses: Preview the new book that honors women

Based on his popular blog by the same name, ‘Rejected Princesses’ is out Oct. 25. Move over, Ariel. Take a seat, Cinderella. Jason Porath For women you get Amelia Earhart, but you dont mention that shes a polyamorous libertine. You get Harriet Tubman, but not as an arsonist spymaster, says Porath. Thats such a disservice to everybody to put up historical people as these flawless heroines. Jason Porath People have a lot stronger reaction when its rooted in reality....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Jesse Davidson

Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller reveal cover for new YA trilogy,Otherworld

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. The booksveryBlack Mirroresqueofficial summary describes this mysterious game even further: There are no screens. There are no controls. Credit: Michael Muller You dont just see and hear ityou taste, smell, and touch it too. In this new reality, there are no laws to break or rules to obey. you could live your best life. Random House Its a game so addictive youll never want it to end....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Gabriel Mack

Jason Sudeikis' five best 'SNL' characters

After all, Im still torn up about Tina Fey and Amy Poehler moving on. To honor his departure, lets count down Sudeikis five best characters: 5. Background Dancer onWhat Up With That.I know, I know: this sketch is a recurring snorefest! The Devil onWeekend Update. Finally putting a face and a voice to a man that we all know so well! Sudeikis made us realize just how hard it is to be the devil....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Anthony Williams

Jay Leno takes on Trump in blisteringTonight Showopening monologue

Jimmy Fallon couldn’t go on, so he tapped in the former ‘Tonight Show’ host. Is he that thin-skinned? And where are all these jobs? Where are all these jobs Trump promised? You know, Sears just announced theyre closing 42 stores. You know what that means? Lost jobs for 42 sales clerks. Lenos monologue crescendoed with jokes on the economy. Thats how bad the economy is, he said. The economy is so bad, Kelloggs had to sell Tony the Tiger to a Chinese zoo …...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Kaylee Larson

Jay Z gives great hugs, Bono is hilarious, and other things you learn while hanging out with Haim

Is there anything Haimcantdo? Their music gets both Top 40 and alternative radio play. Rappers like A$AP Ferg and Kid Cudi remix their songs and ask them to sing hooks. Credit: Zoey Grossman for EW Theyve collaborated with Calvin Harris and toured with Taylor Swift. Jay Z and U2 are fans. For the full feature story, pick up the new issue of EW,on newsstands now. In the meantime, here are 12 things we learned while hanging out with Haim....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 703 words · Eric Waters

Jay Z on police brutality: 'There has to be respect on both sides'

Judgement is the enemy of compassion. When you are able to identify that were all not perfect, we may make mistakes. All of us, every single one of us. Credit: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Spike The rapper added that compassion and trust is necessary for those on both sides. When we have an exchange and it has to be recorded, somethings wrong there, somethings broken. A camera cant fix a relationship between a person thats hired to protect and serve and society....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Andrea Sheppard

Jay Z to play Ohio concert for Hillary Clinton aimed at young black voters

Sign up for tickets now UPDATE:Hillary Clintons campaign has confirmed that Jay Z will perform in Cleveland to support the Democratic presidential nominee. Though the location has yet to be announced, the show will take place Nov. 4, and fans can sign up for free tickets atHillaryClinton.com. EARLIER:Jay Z is using his platform to ensure young black Americans exercise their right to vote in the upcoming election. Credit: Taylor Hill/FilmMagic...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Joseph Barnett

Jay Z's prison reform docuseries sets premiere

He spent three years on Rikers Island two of which were in solitary confinement though he was never convicted. Browder took his own life after his release on June 6, 2015. A young man, and I emphasize young man, who lost his life because of a broken system. Credit: Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images Jay Z spoke about the project back in October duringa press conference, in which he addressed police brutality....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Kara Gibson