Netflix has officially introduced the cast of Berlin, the upcoming spinoff series of La Casa de Papel or Money Heist. At a recent press conference, the lead actor Pedro Alonso was joined by his co-stars and the show’s creators to finally reveal what the new series will be about, teasing a romantic spin on the series.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
“Berlin’s character has the most sparkling personality to place it in another universe,” stated creators Esther Martínez Lobato and Álex Pina. “We loved the idea of introducing a new gang around Berlin in a completely different emotional state.”
Pina has also described the new series as “a trip through the golden age of the character, when he robbed around Europe crazy in love.” Furthermore, the co-creator teased that it will be “full of white-collar crimes, tension, travel, romance and, most interestingly, a sense of humor.”
In the prequel, the cunningly dangerous Berlin is joined by a different crew including the philanthropic professor Damián (Tristán Ulloa); the kamikaze who lives a risky life, Cameron (Begoña Vargas); Berlin’s faithful squire Roi (Julio Peña Fernández), and the relentless man of action Bruce (Joel Sánchez). Together, the gang pulls off a heist in Paris.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
To further tease the series, Pedro Alonso also recited the opening of the script: “There are only ten things that can turn a terrible day into a wonderful one. The first is love. And the truth, that wasn’t the case. My third wife had just left me…The second is a spoil of more than ten million euros. But it wasn’t the case either. We were going to steal the link to a much bigger heist, today’s was easy. But if you have a bad day, you can end up bringing a miserable to his knees and aiming for his head.”
Berlin or Andrés de Fonollosa acts as a brother and close confidant to the Professor in Money Heist, and served as the leader of the crew from inside the Mint of Spain. Despite his intelligence and charm, Berlin had been in conflict with his fellow thieves due to his psychopathic tendencies. But while he had his share of villainy throughout the series, Berlin’s complexities and his final act of redemption made the character a fan favorite from the franchise.
Berlin is created by Pina and Lobato, with its eight episodes to be directed by Albert Pintó, David Barrocal, and Geoffrey Cowper. The series begins shooting on October 3 in Paris.
Since its arrival here in the Philippines, Netflix has been continuously bringing us great content to stream on our favorite devices. Whether it’s a compelling drama with interesting characters, a thrilling title that keeps us at the edge of our seats, comedies that give us our much-needed dose of laughter, or just anything that keeps us entertained on the couch or on the go, we surely can count on the streaming service’s rich library of shows and movies.
If you’re always on the lookout for Netflix’s latest releases, then look no further! We’ve listed down ten shows and films to anticipate and add to your watchlist this month of October!
A boy named Craig befriends the aging billionaire Mr. Harrigan, but after the old man passes, Craig discovers that he can still communicate with his friend from beyond the grave.
Eight patients at a hospice for terminally ill young adults gather every night to tell each other creepy stories. The group also made a pact– whoever dies next must come back and give the group a sign from the beyond.
The Mole is a reality competition series where 12 players must overcome a series of challenges, while being sabotaged by a deceptive “mole” for their own gains. In the end, one player must expose the mole to win.
Sophie, who has always dreamt of becoming a princess; and her best friend Agatha, who has the makings of a witch, are brought to the magical School of Good and Evil, but they both find themselves wrongfully sorted in the schools.
Guillermo Del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities (Series)
Based on true events, this film follows a nurse who risks her life to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious patient deaths, which she suspects are secretly caused by her colleague.
This month, catch the premiere of the critically acclaimed film Everything Everywhere All at Once starring Michelle Yeoh, the 2022 instalment of Scream, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore and the second season of sci-fi comedy series Avenue 5 on HBO GO. Meet the crime-fighting vehicles of Batwheels and celebrate Wonder Woman Day on Cartoon Network and HBO GO. Also on Warner TV, catch The Winchesters Season 1 and Kung Fu Season 3.
In this third instalment of the Fantastic Beasts series, Professor Albus Dumbledore entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the side-lines? Stars Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law and Mads Mikkelsen.
Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the film is an irreverent and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about Evelyn Wang, a flustered Chinese American mother who is contacted from a parallel universe and told that only she can save the world. The unlikely hero learns to channel her new-found powers and fight through the splintering timelines of the multiverse to save her home, family and herself. Stars Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., James Hong and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Avenue 5 Season 2 Premieres Tuesday, October 11 at 10am on HBO and HBO GO
Created by Armando Iannucci (Veep), this HBO Original comedy series is set 40 years in the future when travelling the solar system is a booming, multibillion-dollar business. Season 2 follows the crew as they struggle to lead, calm, control, and, if need be, hide from increasingly unruly passengers. Stars Hugh Laurie, Josh Gad, Zach Woods, Rebecca Front, Suzy Nakamura, Lenora Crichlow, Nikki Amuka-Bird and Ethan Phillips.
Scream (2022) Premieres Saturday, October 29 at 10pm on HBO and HBO GO
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a terrifying new killer resurrects the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past. Now, only Sidney Prescott, former sheriff Dewey Riley, and reporter Gale Weathers can find a way to stop the killer when everyone is a suspect. Stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette.
The White Lotus Season 2 Premieres Monday, October 31 at 9am on HBO and HBO GO
HBO’s Emmy®-winning social satire series from creator Mike White leaves Hawaii behind and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week at The White Lotus resort in picturesque Sicily. Stars F. Murray Abraham, Jennifer Coolidge, Adam DiMarco, Beatrice Grannò, Meghann Fahy, Jon Gries, Tom Hollander, Sabrina Impacciatore, Michael Imperioli, Theo James, Aubrey Plaza, Haley Lu Richardson, Will Sharpe, Simona Tabasco, and Leo Woodall.
Fighting evil on Warner TV
Kung Fu Season 3 Premieres Thursday, October 6 at 9.50pm on Warner TV
Armed with martial arts skills and Shaolin values, San Francisco native Nicky Shen continues to protect her family and community with the help of her siblings, ex-boyfriend and new love interest, while searching for the ruthless assassin who killed her Shaolin mentor and is now targeting her. Stars Olivia Liang, Tzi Ma, Shannon Dang, Eddie Liu and Singaporean actress Kheng Hua Tan.
The Winchesters Season 1 Premieres Wednesday, October 12 at 9pm on Warner TV
In this prequel of the hit series Supernatural, Dean Winchester narrates the epic, untold love story of John Winchester and Mary Campbell, who put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world. They join forces with young hunter in training Latika and easy-going hunter Carlos to uncover the hidden truths about their families. Stars Jensen Ackles, Drake Rodger, Meg Donnelly, Nida Khurshid, Jonathan “Jojo” Fleites, Demetria McKinney and Bianca Kajlich.
Secret Origin of the Batwheels Premieres Sunday, October 16 at 8:30am on Cartoon Network and HBO GO
DC’s first-ever Batman preschool series, Secret Origin of the Batwheels tells the story of how a group of young super-powered vehicles ‑ Bam (the Batmobile), Bibi (the Batgirl Cycle), Redbird (Robin’s Sports Car), Batwing (the Batwing Jet Plane), and Buff (the Bat Truck) – formed their super heroic team.
Batwheels Season 1 Premieres Saturday, October 22 at 8:30am on Cartoon Network and HBO GO
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Batwheelsmarks DC’s first-ever Batman preschool series, offering young viewers a high-speed, vibrant CGI-animated iteration of the Caped Crusader. The series follows an amazing team of super-vehicles as they help Batman, Batgirl, and Robin keep the streets of Gotham City safe. The all-star voice cast includes Ethan Hawke, AJ Hudson, Leah Lewis, Jacob Bertrand, Jordan Reed, Madigan Kacmar, Noah Bentley, Lilimar, Kimberly D. Brooks and Mick Wingert.
Wonder Woman Day On Friday, October 21 on HBO GO and from 5:45pm on Cartoon Network
Celebrate Wonder Woman Day and honour the epic accomplishments of Diana Prince as Wonder Woman in Wonder Woman, Wonder Woman 1984, Zack Synder’s Justice League and Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice, allon HBO GO. More fun and action continue on Cartoon Network as Wonder Woman fights for justice in Lego DC Super Hero Girls: Brain Drain and Lego DC Super Hero Girls: Super-Villain High!
Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler Season 3
HBO GO – Pennyworth S3 – Ben Aldridge
Premieres Thursday, October 6 on HBO GO This Max Original DC origin series follows Alfred Pennyworth, a former British SAS soldier, who forms a security company in 1960s London and goes to work with young billionaire Thomas Wayne, who will later become Bruce Wayne’s father. Season 3 will begin after a five-year time jump: the civil war is over, and a cultural revolution has changed the world for better or worse, ushering in a new age of Super Heroes and Supervillains. Stars Jack Bannon, Ben Aldridge, Emma Paetz, Paloma Faith, Ryan Fletcher, Dorothy Atkinson, Ramon Tikaram, Harriet Slater and Simon Manyonda.
Vampire Academy
VAMPIRE ACADEMY — “Pilot” Episode 101 — Pictured: Daniela Nieves as Lissa Dragomir — (Photo by: Jose Haro/Peacock)
Premieres Wednesday, October 26 on HBO GO In a world of privilege and glamour, two young women’s friendship transcends their strikingly different classes as they prepare to complete their education and enter royal vampire society. Stars Sisi Stringer, Daniela Nieves, Kieron Moore, Andrew Liner, Andre Dae Kim J. August Richards, Anita-Joy Uwajeh, Mia McKenna-Bruce, Rhian Blundell and Jonetta Kaiser.
Jellystone! Season 2
HBO GO – Jellystone! Season 2
Premieres Monday, October 31 on HBO GO Set in the charming town of the same name, Jellystone, follows an ensemble of Hanna-Barbera characters as they live, work, play, and (as is often the case), destroy the town in some silly way together. Huckleberry Hound proudly serves as the town’s mayor; Cindy, Boo Boo and Yogi are the town’s medical staff; Jabberjaw works at Magilla’s clothing store where they supply all the bow ties and hats to the town’s citizens; and every character has a specific role in the community. Their paths cross in fun and ridiculous ways, turning everyday activities into hilarious pandemonium.
New Episodes
Rick and Morty S6The Handmaid’s Tale S5- Yvonne StrahovskiQUANTUM LEAP – Raymond Lee as Dr. Ben Song
Stay up to date with the story of life in Gilead with new episodes of the award-winning series The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5. Follow the ordeals of the Harris family in La Brea Season 2 and delve into the mysteries of Quantum Leap. Travel across the cosmos with Rick and Morty Season 6, all available on HBO GO.
HBO GO – House of the Dragon Ep 6 – Emma D’Arcy and John MacMillan
Catch the highly anticipated finale of House of the Dragon Season 1 on Monday, October 24, starring Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.
HBO GO – Drag Race Philippines
Don’t miss the final episode of Drag Race Philippines on Wednesday, October 12, to see the last of 12 finalists crowned as the next drag superstar.
If you feel like spending some of your free time this month of October on the couch, watching films, PBO Channel has you covered with their lineup of Pinoy movies. And to make it even easier for you, we’ve rounded up eight movies from their lineup that you might want to catch on your TV!
Check them out below:
Aurora
Schedule: October 4, 11:30 PM | October 13, 3:30 PM | October 17, 5:30 AM | October 30, 7:30 PM
The passenger ship Aurora mysteriously collides into the rocky sea threatening an entire island. A young woman and her sister must both survive by finding the missing dead for a bounty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5tlmpF_Fco
Ang Pagsanib kay Leah Dela Cruz
Schedule: October 7, 11:30 PM | October 11, 11:30 AM | October 21, 3:30 PM | October 30, 9:30 PM
A lady cop who moves into a small town gets drawn to a case that involves a girl that’s possessed by an evil spirit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xwZlUbiDx0&t
12
Schedule: October 9, 7:30 PM | October 19, 9 AM | October 27, 3:30 PM
Anton and Erika have been a couple for 12 years already. While he’s not yet ready to get married, Erika waits until he is and lovingly devotes her time to him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhjN8jizjcU
More Than Blue
Schedule: October 3, 1:15 PM | October 9, 11:15 PM | October 28, 9:30 PM
K (JC Santos) and Cream (Yassi Pressman) believe they’re soulmates. When K finds out that he’s dying, he thinks setting her free would be best for her.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBNE4wI1cXY
Elemento
Schedule: October 5, 3:30 PM | October 13, 5:30 AM | October 17, 7:30 AM | October 30, 5:30 PM
The story is about Cristine (Kara) and her struggle when her son Lucas (Albert Silos) returned from school field trip, with a different soul.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JweQbMgYjXk&t
Nightshift
Schedule: October 16, 9:30 PM
A young woman is stuck in the morgue – on her first day – working as an assistant to a pathologist when the dead begin to manifest signs of resurrection.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrnVV-cVrq0&t
Tragic Theater
Schedule: October 9, 9:30 PM | October 14, 5:30 AM | October 17, 1:30 AM | October 27, 11:30 PM
A team of exorcists are sent into an old theater that is rumored to have been the site of a great tragedy during its construction.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8yFuTnQTc4
Suarez: The Healing Priest
Schedule: October 20, 5:30 AM | October 25, 7 AM | October 9, 2 AM
When Fernando Suarez (John Arcilla) was given the gift of healing at 16, he hid it for many years until he became a priest only to find himself in scandals and squabbles with the Catholic Church.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgUfqqtT9iA
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Cinema One is serving up must-watch Filipino blockbusters and horror films to spook up your Halloween month, so sit back and watch from the comfort of your homes!
From comedy to action to thriller, here are ten films to check out this October on Cinema One channel:
Based on the comic book by Carlo J. Caparas, it revolves around the blacksmith Flavio Batungbakal who needs to save humanity and fight the evil that is his nemesis, Lizardo.
Starring Jake Cuenca, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Geoff Eigenmann October 5
A girl gets brought on a trip by her ex-boyfriend in hopes of reconciliation. They end up spending the night at an old family resort that’s about to be renovated. But the resort has a hidden bloody past, and restless spirits out of vengeance soon threaten their lives.
The adult twin daughters of an aging business mogul find themselves haunted by a terrifying ghost. The two dig into their family’s past, and they travel to South Korea to try and find a way to appease the angry spirit.
A community that relies on the powers of a faith healer is torn apart as the healing brings them a terrible curse that threatens to cause everyone great harm.
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HBO Max finally revealed the official teaser for The Last of Us, the TV adaptation of the popular video game franchise of the same name. The trailer gives us a glimpse of actors Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey– both have starred in the HBO hit series Game of Thrones— as they play the roles of Joel and Ellie respectively.
Watch the teaser trailer for The Last of Us below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBRRDpQ0yc0
The Last of Us takes place 20 years after modern civilization has been destroyed, and zombie-like creatures prowl its ruins.the story follows Joel, a hardened survivor who is hired to smuggle the 14-year-old Ellie out of an oppressive quarantine zone. The journey which takes them across the US will prove perilous and heartbreaking, as they depend on one another for survival.
The series also stars Gabriel Luna, Merle Dandridge, and Anna Torv. It is written for TV by Craig Mazin of Chernobyl and Neil Druckman of The Last of Us and Uncharted video games.
The series is set for release on HBO and HBO Max sometime in 2023. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest news on film, TV, and more updates around the city!
It’s all about getting ahead of the game whether in sports or in online shopping as eCommerce pioneer Lazada partners with Cignal TV’s University Athletic Association of the Philippines’ (UAAP) Season 85, broadcasted on One Sports channel and the UAAP Varsity Channel beginning October 1. This season, watch out for your favorite collegiate superstars as they get featured in a special “A Day in The Life Of” video series, sharing with fans their daily routines and activities as top-notch athletes, via Lazada’s in-app livestream channel, LazLive.
This is the first time the broadcast of the collegiate sports association is partnering with an eCommerce platform, and is seen as three brands that resonate with today’s youth coming together to foster community and meaningful connections – Lazada, with its exciting content and trendy assortment at affordable prices that are student-friendly, One Sports and the UAAP Varsity Channel.
Cignal TV’s Eric Centeno says, “The UAAP is an event that students, alumni, and fans continue to look forward to year after year. And for Season 85, the UAAP Varsity Chanel and One Sports are pleased to “Rise as One” with our broadcast partner, Lazada, to further uplift the UAAP experience and drive more connections amongst our community.”
“Whether it’s through providing a wide assortment that adds value to their everyday lives, or through the convenience of a trusted service, Lazada has always focused on uplifting the overall customer experience. As eCommerce continues to be tightly integrated in our community’s lives, we’re delighted to be leveraging our platform’s reach to bring this exciting event that fosters the spirit of sportsmanship among our Filipino youth to sports fans all over the country,” says Lazada Philippines CEO Carlos Barrera.
Lazada offers deals from everyday low prices to fast and free shipping, multiple voucher stacking, livestream content and more, promising an enriching online shopping experience that provides shoppers easy access to sulit finds right away. The eCommerce pioneer has been accelerating progress across Southeast Asia through commerce and technology since its launch ten years ago, enabling thousands of brands and sellers as they digitalize their businesses.
Meanwhile, the UAAP was formally established in 1938 and currently comprised of eight-member schools, namely, Adamson University (AdU), Ateneo de Manila University (Ateneo), De La Salle University (DLSU), Far Eastern University (FEU), National University (NU), University of the East (UE), University of the Philippines Diliman (UP), and the University of Santo Tomas (UST).
Varsity teams from these universities compete every year in the league’s various sporting events to vie for the overall championship title. Aside from the much-anticipated senior men’s basketball and senior women’s volleyball tournaments, other competitions include badminton, baseball, chess, athletics, and more.
The UAAP Season 85, themed “Rise as One”, starts on October 1 with Adamson University as this season’s host and with men’s & women’s basketball as the first events in the calendar. It will be the second UAAP season in a year, with the organization set to release their opening round schedule for men’s & women’s basketball on the week of September 26.
The trailer for Enola Holmes 2is here, featuring Millie Bobby Brown as the titular detective and Henry Cavill as her famous brother, Sherlock, as they join forces to unravel yet another mystery.
Check out the trailer for Enola Holmes 2 below:
After cracking her first case in the first film, Enola decides to open her own detective agency. However, to the young lady’s dismay, potential clients do not seem to believe in her sleuthing skills– or are just trying to use her to reach out to her brother. Just when she has decided to close up shop, a young girl asks for her help in finding her sister. Little did Enola know, her latest case would lead to something bigger mystery, that would need two Holmes to solve.
Based on the books of author Nancy Springer, Enola Holmes 2 is directed by Harry Bradbeer and stars Helena Bonham Carter, Louis Partridge, Adeel Akhtar, David Thewlis, Susan Wokoma, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster alongside Cavill and Brown.
The film arrives on Netflix this November 4. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest news on film, TV, and more updates around the city!
Netflix just teased more Korean content on their platform at the TUDUM Korea virtual event!
A part of TUDUM 2022: A Netflix Global Fan Event, this segment is dedicated to celebrating all of the Korean content available and soon-to-be available on the streaming platform. After all, it’s a Korean drama that currently holds the title of being the most watched Netflix show of all time: none other than the hit thriller Squid Game.
Aside from Squid Game, Netflix has also maintained a rich plethora of Korean films and dramas that range across different genres including popular titles such as Extraordinary Attorney Woo, All of Us Are Dead, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, and their most recent drama Little Women.
With such success, subscribers can only expect more Korean titles to populate the platform. But before we get ahead of ourselves, Netflix Korea already gave us a glimpse of their current projects that will be streaming on Netflix in the near future. Check them out below!
Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area Part 2
An exclusive clip for the second season of Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area, featuring the ex-North Korean special agent Cha Moo-hyuk hunting down a former comrade.
Single’s Inferno 2
The reality show Single’s Inferno is also getting a second season. Moon Sae-hoon and Shin Ji-yeon visited the set of the show, reminiscing their experiences during their stay and teasing what’s to come for season 2.
Physical: 100
A preview has also been revealed for the reality show Physical: 100 where 100 contestants must compete and participate in a series of physical challenges in order to find out who has the ultimate physique.
Korea No. 1
Hosts Yu Jae-seok, Lee Kwang-soo and Kim Yeon-koung also teased their upcoming reality show, which will give viewers a look at traditional jobs and how these jobs tie to Korean culture.
The Fabulous
Choi Min-ho and Chae Soo-bin star in the upcoming drama The Fabulous, which revolves around people who work in the fashion industry.
Glitch
Another upcoming K-drama from Netflix is Glitch, which is set to be released this October 7. It follows a girl’s search for her missing boyfriend, a search that will lead her to believe that he had been abducted by aliens.
20th Century Girl
An exclusive clip has been shown during the event, featuring Kim You-Jung and Byeon Woo-Seok of 20th Century Girl. It is a nostalgic love story that revolves around the 17-year-old girl Na Bo-ra.
Somebody
Starring Kim Young-Kwang, Kang Hae-Lim, Kim Yong-Ji, and Kim Soo-Yeon, Somebody revolves around a murder mystery that involves a social media app.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
The Glory
Song Hye Kyo and Lee Do-Hyun star in this Korean drama which follows a victim of bullying who grew up to become the homeroom teacher of her bully’s child. Wanting revenge, she makes a cruel plot to get back at her tormentor.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Hellbound
Netflix also celebrated the renewals of beloved thriller dramas D.P., Sweet Home, All of Us Are Dead, and Hellbound. Check out a teaser below for the second season of Hellbound.
Squid Game
The event ends with Squid Game director Hwang Dong-hyuk giving viewers a glimpse of the unreleased clip from the first season of the hit thriller. Squid Game is also set to return for season 2
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