Netflix can actually land big names for every blockbuster. Last year was certainly no different with The Union, a romantic action film featuring Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry. However, something strange happened here.

In the film, the two actors play a (former) couple. Wahlberg portrays Mike, a construction worker leading a quiet life in Jersey. However, his life is turned upside down when his ex-girlfriend Roxanne suddenly shows up on his doorstep.

Adventure

Roxanne has returned for a good reason. She needs Mike for a life-threatening mission where a lot is at stake. Unbeknownst to Mike, he suddenly finds himself in a world filled with spies and secret agents.

This is not the first time the streaming giant has presented us with this kind of film, but many subscribers expected something different. Throughout the story, the two grow closer to each other, but they never share an intimate moment or even a kiss.

Good Reason For

The film's director, Julian Farino, was asked about this. It turns out he intentionally avoided it: "I had already thought that this would be brought up, but it was not an easy choice".



"We had long and intense discussions about it. We thought it would be best to build something and pick up the thread in the next installment. Netflix was indeed interested in a trilogy". However, we haven't heard anything about this for some time now, so the chances seem quite slim that it will happen.

Following the unexpected popularity of the first season, House of David is soon returning with new material. Prime Video has released the first trailer for season 2, announcing the series will continue from October 5. On that date, the first two episodes will be available exclusively through the Wonder Project subscription, which is part of Prime Video in the US.

The second season builds upon the events after David's victory over Goliath. The young shepherd, played by Michael Iskander, must find his place amid court intrigues, family conflicts, and a budding romance. As his status rises, he faces increasing pressure and enemies who would prefer to see him disappear rather than ascend to the throne.

New Power Struggles

The trailer shows that after his triumph over Goliath, David is once again threatened, notably by Achish, the Philistine king of Gath. While the people sing his praises and Saul appoints him commander, new obstacles pile up. His relationship with Michal, Saul’s daughter, and the queen Ahinoam's suspicions only complicate matters further.

The role of the prophet Samuel remains crucial as well. He proclaims that Saul has been rejected by God, while David is chosen to bear the kingship. "God chose me," David says in the trailer, emphasizing the path towards his eventual leadership.

From October 5

Therefore, season 2 will first launch through the separate sub-service from October 5, after which it will likely be available to all Prime Video subscribers at some point.

The first season of Alien: Earth has concluded on FX Networks, Hulu and Disney+ worldwide, raising the question of what comes next for the successful series. The finale wrapped up several storylines, but also left plenty of open ends for a continuation. Creator Noah Hawley commented after the finale on future plans, cautiously hinting at a possible second season.

In conversations with American media, Hawley emphasized that there are indeed ideas in the pipeline. According to him, it’s now a matter of waiting for the numbers that the network FX and parent company Disney will use to make their decision. "We are actively discussing the future of the series, and I certainly do not want too much time to pass. Ultimately, the decision lies with Disney, but I have already thought about how I would like to proceed," said Hawley.

Concrete Discussions

Actor Timothy Olyphant, who plays the synthetic Kirsh, confirmed that talks about a sequel are ongoing. cWe are in the middle of those discussions, and Noah Hawley is always thinking ahead. There’s already a lot of material on the table,d the actor said. He did not comment on possible direct connections with the existing Alien films.

The first eight episodes introduced various new elements, including Wendy’s remarkable influence on a Xenomorph and the mysterious origin of the Ocellus. Many believe this provides a solid foundation for a second season where these elements can be further explored.

Outlook

While an official renewal is still pending, the positive reviews and the wide array of unexplored storylines suggest that Alien: Earth will indeed receive a sequel. For creator Hawley, it is clear: this story has only just begun, and the universe offers space for many more seasons. We can’t imagine that a second season won’t happen, and it seems to be just a matter of waiting for the official announcement.

The popular fantasy novel Fourth Wing is set to be adapted into a film. Amazon MGM Studios is in the final stages of negotiations with Meredith Averill, who was previously involved with the second season of Wednesday. She is expected to take on the role of showrunner and executive producer.

Averill will follow in the footsteps of Moira Walley-Beckett, who left the project in June after being appointed over a year ago. Among others, WandaVision creator Jac Schaeffer spoke with the studio, but Averill seems to be the final choice. The series is also being developed by Michael B. Jordan's Outlier Society.

Based On A Book Series

Fourth Wing is the first installment of The Empyrean, a series of five books by author Rebecca Yarros. The series also includes Iron Flame and Onyx Storm. The story revolves around Violet Sorrengail, a twenty-year-old who should have become a writer, but is forced by her mother, a general in the Navarre army, to join the notorious Basgiath War College. There, students must prove themselves as dragon riders, with the harsh rule: fly or die.

The first book is a massive sales success. Fourth Wing has been on the New York Times bestseller list for 88 consecutive weeks, including 18 weeks at number one. This has turned the title into a global phenomenon and one of the most discussed fantasy series in recent years.

Averill’s Experience

Averill brings extensive experience. She previously worked as co-showrunner on the Netflix series Locke & Key, produced The Haunting of Hill House, and was the creator of Star-Crossed. Her involvement is seen as a crucial step towards making the television adaptation of Yarros' work successful. We can’t wait to see this unfold in the near future.