#Jeff Pinkner

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The Dark Tower (2017)

While I didn't enjoy this film, that doesn't mean you won't. No matter what I say, the people involved in this project did it: they actually made a movie. That's something to be applauded. With that established...

Stephen King began The Dark Tower series in 1982 and concluded in 2012. It incorporates elements of fantasy, horror, western and fantasy. Some consider it his magnum opus. Even if you haven't read a single page, you'll recognize this film adaptation has simplified it to death. It's Unimaginative but promising, complex to the point of being confusing but so simple you can foresee every development coming from universes away. In the end, you’ll wonder if maybe you weren’t paying attention or if you missed something but there’s just nothing here.

11-year-old Jake Chambers (Tom Taylor) dreams of a strange world, of a Man in Black, of a gunman who seeks revenge against him and of a tower under attack. The man, a sorcerer named Walter Padick (Matthew McConaughey) is real and seeks to use Jake’s psychic gift to destroy all realities. Only Roland Deschain (Idris Elba), the last Gunslinger, stands in his way.

A lonely boy is thrust into a big adventure and learns the world's fate rests in his hands while sinister forces seek him out. His youth and wide-eyed optimism are exactly what the now-jaded hero needs to put him back on the path of righteousness. When you take a step back, the plot is familiar, so how can so much of The Dark Tower be indecipherable?

Most of the time, when a film’s length is brought up in a review it’s because the movie is too long. This movie is too short. Way too short. We’re never allowed to dig into the world, characters or mythology. Walter seeks to use the powers of psychic children to launch beams of light that will topple the titular Dark Tower, destroy the barrier which surrounds all worlds and allow legions of demons in. Why? So he can rule. But why? We see what abilities he possesses. With them, he's able to do nearly anything his heart desires. He can mind-control people, make objects levitate, has access to stargates and can communicate telepathically. How would destroying everything improve his situation? You don’t understand his motivations and watching McConaughey, you wonder if he doesn’t realize how flat and uninteresting this character is. This might explain why he gives the peculiar performance that he does. I wouldn’t call it bad but you almost expect him to turn towards the screen and say “Ain’t I a stinker?” after every line.

Similarly, there’s little to Idris Elba’s Roland Deschain. At least you understand his motivation, which is a step up from Walter but he doesn’t spend enough time with Jake for you to feel a bond of friendship between them. When someone tells Roland he’s just “using the boy to get revenge” it should be a tower-toppling reveal but you won’t care. Little about this story will surprise or move you.

This movie feels as though it’s hitting you with big inflatable boxing gloves, the kind that have no impact on you but are so big they hinder its movement. The action scenes are either too dark, too frenetic, feature opponents who aren’t menacing, or are paced in a way that makes you go “Oh! Is it over? I didn’t realize it had started”. So much of this movie feels like it’s building up to something that never comes. Well, unless you’re waiting for references to Stephen King’s other works, which are plentiful and in-your-face. The first scene features a reference to The Shining and it isn’t the only one. It’s a way to keep you entertained, I guess.

Utterly forgettable, bland and generic, I can’t imagine any fans of the book series being satisfied with The Dark Tower. Newcomers are likely to be confused or unimpressed. Will they be turned away from the novels? Probably initially but in the long run, they’re unlikely to remember they even watched the film so King's books are safe. The ending hints at a sequel but that's not happening, not in a million years. (June 5, 2020)

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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)

"Why am I wearing this outfit in a jungle? Tiny, little shorts and a leather halter top. I mean, what is this?"

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Interview with FROM creator and executive producer John Griffin and executive producer Jeff Pinkner

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Now here's something that I think will stick, I have a gut feeling about this.

Here's a huge ass list yet again of everything (as in all of the numerous different kinds of media) that I can see sharing the same universe as Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption Duology, that you can both read and see below for yourself with the theme connecting them is the focus on unconventional type of protagonists and ensembles fighting the odds and high stakes:

• Sergio Leone's The Dollars Trilogy

• The Quentin Tarantino Universe (Django Unchained, The Hateful Eight, Inglourious Basterds, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, Reservoir Dogs, True Romance, Pulp Fiction, Natural Born Killers, Kill Bill 1 & 2, From Dusk Till Dawn and Curdled)

• Park Chan-Wook's Oldboy

• Kim Jee-Won's I Saw The Devil

• Gore Verbinski's Pirates Of The Caribbean Trilogy

• Julius Avery's Overlord (2018)

• Remedy Entertainment's Connected Universe

• Stephen Sommers' The Mummy (1999)

• HBO's Spawn Trilogy

• Takahiro Omori's Baccano!, Durarara!! and Durarara!! x2

• Sunao Katabuchi's Black Lagoon

• Masayuki Kojima's Monster

• Tetsuro Araki's Death Note and Attack On Titan (the first two seasons)

• Hajime Isayama's Attack On Titan (the Royal Government arc — manga)

• Chris Carter's The X Files Series (First nine seasons, Fight The Future, Millennium and The Lone Gunmen)

• Joss "Yikes!" Whedon's Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel

• Tom Fontana's Oz

• David Simon's The Wire

• Damon Lindelof & Carlton Cuse's LOST

• Vince Gilligan's Breaking Bad Trilogy

• Kurt Sutter's Sons Of Anarchy Duology

• Jeff Pinkner & J.H. Wyman's Fringe

• Jenny Clements' Mias and Elle

• Brandon Santiago's Erma

• Travis Knight's Wildwood

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Part 8 - Incoming Text for Liv Tyler (@misslivalittle) and Liam Hemsworth (@liamhemsworth) and Jessica ‘Simply Jess’ Marquez (@iamjessmarquez): “An Idea Worth a Billion Dollars”

Question:

Could Liv Tyler, Liam Hemsworth, and Jessica Marquez please connect with screenwriters Jonathan Hensleigh, Scott Rosenberg, and Jeff Pinkner? These talented screenwriters will work together as the writing team behind the American action film reboot of Top Secret.

The Role of the Screenwriting Trio

These three screenwriters—Jonathan Hensleigh, Scott Rosenberg, and Jeff Pinkner—are exceptionally talented and will form the perfect team to bring this military-themed reboot to life. They will be tasked with adapting this thrilling action film, transforming it into a billion-dollar box office smash hit with multiple sequels.

Jonathan Hensleigh is known for his experience in action films, contributing his expertise in writing high-stakes, emotionally charged narratives.

Scott Rosenberg brings a unique perspective and the ability to craft engaging storylines, ensuring that the film will be both thrilling and character-driven.

Jeff Pinkner excels at creating suspenseful, action-packed scenes while keeping the plot engaging across multiple installments.

Development of Characters and Storylines

Together, this writing trio will:

Develop Compelling Characters: They will craft dynamic, complex characters that will drive the story forward, ensuring each protagonist has a compelling arc and emotional depth.

Create Engaging Storylines: The trio will design gripping storylines, filled with action-packed, thrilling scenes, that will captivate audiences and keep them coming back for future sequels.

Expand the Franchise: They will establish a foundation for multiple sequels, each with its own unique twists, that will grow the film series into a global, multi-billion-dollar franchise.

In summary, Jonathan Hensleigh, Scott Rosenberg, and Jeff Pinkner are the ideal screenwriting trio to develop the military-themed reboot of Top Secret and to craft a captivating, high-stakes action series with global appeal. Their combined skills and experience will ensure this reboot's success at the box office, propelling it into a multi-film franchise with limitless potential.

Here are the clean links for the screenwriters:

Scott Rosenberg - (click on the blue link)

Jeff Pinkner - (click on the blue link)

Jonathan Hensleigh - (click on the blue link)

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The Importance of Choosing the Right Screenwriters for a Billion-Dollar Franchise: The Case of Top Secret

A successful military-themed action franchise requires more than just an exciting concept; it demands expert storytelling, well-developed characters, and thrilling, high-stakes action sequences that resonate with audiences worldwide. The selection of Jonathan Hensleigh, Scott Rosenberg, and Jeff Pinkner as the screenwriting trio for the Top Secret reboot is a strategic decision that will ensure this project evolves into a billion-dollar film series with multiple sequels. Let’s break down why these three screenwriters are the perfect architects for this ambitious franchise and how their combined expertise can guarantee long-term box office success.

1. Jonathan Hensleigh: The Architect of High-Stakes Action

Jonathan Hensleigh is renowned for his mastery in writing high-intensity action films with tight, engaging narratives. His work on Die Hard with a Vengeance, Armageddon, and The Punisher showcases his ability to create:

Explosive, adrenaline-fueled action sequences: In Die Hard with a Vengeance, Hensleigh crafted a city-wide game of cat and mouse between Bruce Willis’s character and a cunning terrorist mastermind. This type of smart, strategic action is crucial for Top Secret, ensuring that combat sequences are not just mindless gunfire but carefully constructed tactical confrontations.

Realistic military and law enforcement narratives: His experience in writing military-style conflict will lend credibility to Top Secret, making sure the portrayal of warfare—particularly the Ukraine War and subsequent fictional wars in the sequels—feels authentic.

High emotional stakes: Armageddon was not just about world-ending threats; it was about human sacrifice, duty, and the emotional toll of heroism. This emotional depth will be key in making Top Secret more than just an action film—it will be a film about the personal cost of war.

Hensleigh's skillset ensures that Top Secret has a strong foundation of military realism, well-paced action, and emotional weight, all of which are essential for creating a blockbuster franchise that audiences will be invested in for years.

2. Scott Rosenberg: The Master of Character-Driven Action

Scott Rosenberg is a genius when it comes to blending action with deep, engaging character development. His work on Con Air, Gone in 60 Seconds, and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle demonstrates his ability to:

Write compelling anti-heroes and complex protagonists: In Con Air, Rosenberg took a group of dangerous criminals and made audiences emotionally invested in their survival. In Top Secret, this skill will be crucial in ensuring that the soldiers—whether American, Israeli, or French—are not just action figures but flesh-and-blood characters with deep personal conflicts and motivations.

Balance ensemble casts effectively: Top Secret will feature multiple lead characters across different military factions—U.S. Army, IDF (Israeli Defense Forces), and the French Army. Rosenberg’s ability to handle large casts and ensure that every character gets their moment to shine will be vital in making each sequel a well-balanced, character-driven war film.

Create dialogue that is both sharp and emotionally resonant: Military films can often fall into the trap of overly technical, dry dialogue. Rosenberg’s style—fast-paced, witty, and emotionally charged—will give Top Secret the energy and personality it needs to stay engaging.

By focusing on characters just as much as action, Rosenberg ensures that Top Secret doesn’t just rely on spectacle but instead hooks audiences with compelling character arcs, allowing for meaningful sequels that audiences are eager to return to.

3. Jeff Pinkner: The Genius of Suspense, Twists, and World-Building

Jeff Pinkner is a screenwriter who specializes in writing multi-layered, suspenseful narratives that unfold across multiple installments. His work on The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Venom, and TV’s Fringe proves that he is the ideal writer to:

Introduce plot twists and unexpected developments: A great franchise cannot be predictable. Pinkner will ensure that each Top Secret sequel builds upon the last, introducing new conflicts, betrayals, and escalating stakes that keep audiences coming back.

Weave together intricate storylines that span multiple films: With Fringe, Pinkner successfully maintained a long-running, intricate sci-fi story with deep lore. This ability to craft interconnected narratives will ensure that Top Secret evolves beyond just one war film and into a multi-film saga with expanding conflicts, evolving characters, and overarching themes.

Blend spectacle with emotional storytelling: Venom proved that action-heavy blockbusters can still carry strong character arcs and emotional depth. Pinkner’s ability to balance massive action set pieces with character growth will be essential in keeping Top Secret from feeling like just another war film.

His contribution ensures that Top Secret will have the depth and complexity to sustain multiple sequels, evolving from a single war film into a full-fledged cinematic universe of modern warfare storytelling.

4. How This Screenwriting Trio Will Turn Top Secret into a Billion-Dollar Franchise

Now that we understand the individual strengths of Hensleigh, Rosenberg, and Pinkner, let’s see how they will work together to build Top Secret into a box-office juggernaut:

A. Creating a Strong, Emotionally Engaging First Film

The first installment in the franchise, set during the Ukraine War, will introduce the main military factions and their key characters.

Hensleigh will design the intense combat sequences, Rosenberg will flesh out the soldiers’ personalities, and Pinkner will build the overarching mystery and suspense.

The film will end with loose ends and unresolved tensions, setting up the need for sequels that explore new military conflicts.

B. Expanding the Universe in Sequels

Future films will explore fictional military conflicts, ensuring that the series does not rely solely on real-world events but instead creates original, high-stakes war narratives that resonate with global audiences.

The ensemble cast will return in every sequel, deepening their relationships and personal struggles, keeping audiences emotionally invested.

Twists and betrayals will be introduced, making each sequel feel fresh and unpredictable.

C. Creating Global Appeal for Box Office Success

By featuring U.S., Israeli, and French soldiers, the franchise taps into multiple international markets, increasing its box office potential.

Action-packed war films have historically performed well globally, and Top Secret will capitalize on this proven genre success.

The screenwriters will ensure that the dialogue, pacing, and character arcs appeal to both Western and international audiences, maximizing ticket sales.

Final Verdict: The Genius of This Writing Team

Selecting Jonathan Hensleigh, Scott Rosenberg, and Jeff Pinkner is not just a good decision—it is a masterstroke that will define Top Secret as the next major military-action franchise. Their combined expertise in high-intensity action, character-driven storytelling, and suspenseful world-building will elevate this film beyond a simple war movie and into a billion-dollar franchise with multiple sequels.

With their guidance, Top Secret will not just be a box-office success—it will become a cultural phenomenon, shaping the modern military-action genre for years to come.

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#MGMPlus renueva #From para la temporada 4 √

MGM+ ha renovado su exitosa serie de terror y ciencia ficción From para una cuarta temporada de 10 episodios. Escena de “From” (2022-2024). / Imagen cortesía MGM+ Creada por John Griffin (Crater) y con la producción ejecutiva de Griffin, el showrunner Jeff Pinkner (Lost, Alias, Fringe) y el director Jack Bender (Lost, Game of Thrones), la serie desentraña el misterio de un pueblo de pesadilla…

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Serie live action de “Scooby-Doo” podría llegar a Netflix

Scooby-Doo, uno de los personajes más queridos de las caricaturas, estará de regreso a través de una serie live action dramática basada en la clásica animación de Hanna-Barbera, la cual será producida por Warner Bros. Television y podría ser distribuida por Netflix. De acuerdo con Deadline, la serie será escrita por Josh Appelbaum y Scott Rosenberg, quienes también producirán junto a André Nemec y Jeff Pinkner en representación de Midnight Radio. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter y Leigh London Redman serán los productores ejecutivos a través de Berlanti Productions, mientras que Adrienne Erickson y Jonathan Gabay de Berlanti Productions, serán coproductores ejecutivos. El posible acuerdo se llevó a cabo luego del exitoso estreno de “Los detectives difuntos”, serie que fue lanzada a través de Netflix la semana pasada y la cual fue producida en colaboración de Berlanti Productions y Warner Bros. Television. Asimismo, otros éxitos que cosecharon las empresas en conjunto fueron las series de “You” y “El mundo oculto de Sabrina”. El personaje es una creación de Joe Ruby y Ken Spears que fue lanzada a la pantalla chica en 1969, a través de la caricatura llamada “¡Scooby-Doo, dónde estás!” de Hanna-Barbera, que después fue adquirida por Warner Bros. Animation. “Scooby-Doo” ha tenido numerosas adaptaciones y spin off, entre ellos, la serie animada producida para Cartoon Network que se transmitió de 2010 hasta 2018; la cinta “¡Scooby!”, de 2020; o el reciente y fallido spin off de “Velma“, estrenado en Max.     Read the full article

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Dan Harmon, Heather Anne Campbell riscrivono la sceneggiatura del film live action su One Punch Man Il co-creatore di Rick e Morty, Harmon, la sceneggiatrice Campbell sostituiscono Scott Rosenberg e Jeff Pinkner. Info:--> https://www.gonagaiworld.com/dan-harmon-heather-anne-campbell-riscrivono-la-sceneggiatura-del-film-live-action-su-one-punch-man/?feed_id=445661&_unique_id=661d2cf0a3984 #Liveaction #OnePunchMan

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Nick Jonas is proud of Priyanka Chopra as she gets nominated for Critics Choice Super Awards for Citadel

Back in May 2023, Prime Video renewed the series for a second season with Joe Russo set to direct every episode and executive producer David Weil returning as showrunner.

The nominations for the 4th annual Critics Choice Super Awards 2024 have been revealed, showcasing the cream of the crop in action, superhero, horror, and sci-fi or fantasy films and TV shows from the past year. Among the nominees, one name shines particularly bright is Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Her recognition comes in the form of a nomination in the Best Actress In An Action Series category, courtesy of her role in the action-packed series, Citadel. Adding to the buzz surrounding Chopra's nomination is the heartfelt support from her husband, singer Nick Jonas.

Taking to his Instagram story, Jonas shared a screenshot of the nomination list featuring Priyanka's name prominently displayed. Alongside the image, he penned an encouraging message, “Let's go Priyanka. #proud,” followed by a fiery emoticon.

The actress is nominated alongside Angela Bassett for 9-1-1, Luciane Buchanan for The Night Agent, Queen Latifah for The Equaliser, Zoe Saldana for Special Ops Lioness, and Maria Sten for The Reacher. The winners will be announced on April 5.

Back in May 2023, Prime Video renewed the series for a second season with Joe Russo set to direct every episode and executive producer David Weil returning as showrunner. The spy thriller—starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and featuring Lesley Manville and Stanley Tucci—premiered on May 26 of last year.

The official synopsis of Citadel season 1 reads, "Eight years ago, Citadel fell. The independent global spy agency—tasked to uphold the safety and security of all people—was destroyed by operatives of Manticore, a powerful syndicate manipulating the world from the shadows. With Citadel’s fall, elite agents Mason Kane (Richard Madden) and Nadia Sinh (Priyanka Chopra Jonas) had their memories wiped as they narrowly escaped with their lives. They’ve remained hidden ever since, building new lives under new identities, unaware of their pasts. Until one night, when Mason is tracked down by his former Citadel colleague, Bernard Orlick (Stanley Tucci), who desperately needs his help to prevent Manticore from establishing a new world order. Mason seeks out his former partner, Nadia, and the two spies embark on a mission that takes them around the world in an effort to stop Manticore, all while contending with a relationship built on secrets, lies, and a dangerous-yet-undying love."

From Amazon Studios and the Russo Brothers’ AGBO, Citadel is executive produced by Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, and Scott Nemes for AGBO, with David Weil serving as showrunner and executive producer. Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, and Scott Rosenberg serve as executive producers for Midnight Radio. Newton Thomas Sigel and Patrick Moran also serve as executive producers.

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Venom 2018

Venom is a 2018 American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character of the same name, produced by Columbia Pictures in association with Marvel Entertainment,[5] Tencent Pictures, Arad Productions, Matt Tolmach Productions and Pascal Pictures and distributed by Sony Pictures. . The first film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe (SSU), it was directed by Ruben Fleischer from a screenplay by Jeff Pinkner, Scott Rosenberg and Kelly Marcel. It stars Michelle Williams, Riz Ahmed, Scott Hayes and Reid Scott as well as Eddie Brock and Tom Hardy as Venom. In the film, struggling journalist Eddie gains superpowers after becoming host to an alien symbiote, Venom, whose species plans to invade Earth.

After Venom's appearance in Spider-Man 3 (2007), Sony attempted to produce a spin-off film based on the character but it could not go ahead due to problems with Sony's ongoing Spider-Man franchise. In March 2016, work began on a new version that would begin a new shared universe featuring non-Spider-Man Marvel characters that the studio had the film rights to. Sony also intended for Venom to share the world of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), but ultimately moved the film away from Spider-Man. In March 2017, Rosenberg and Pinkner were set to write, with Fleischer and Hardy added in May. Filming took place from October 2017 to January 2018 in Atlanta, New York City, and San Francisco. The film was initially inspired by the comic book miniseries Venom: Lethal Protector (1993) and the story arc "Planet of the Symbiotes" (1995). Ludwig Göransson was hired to compose the film's score, marking his second Marvel film after Black Panther (2018).

Venom premiered at the Regency Village Theater on October 1, 2018, and was released in theaters in the United States on October 5. Despite being received negatively by critics, the film became the seventh-highest-grossing film of 2018 worldwide with over $856 million and set several box office records for an October release. A sequel, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, was released on October 1, 2021, and the third Venom film is scheduled for release on November 8, 2024.

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MGM+ Renews Sci-Fi Horror Series FROM for Season Three

BEVERLY HILLS, California—June 29, 2023—MGM+, a premium linear channel and streaming service, announced today that the contemporary sci-fi horror series FROM has been renewed for a 10-episode third season. Created and executive produced by John Griffin (Crater) and executive produced by showrunner Jeff Pinkner (Lost, Alias, Fringe), and director Jack Bender (Lost, Game of Thrones), the series…

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I did something exactly like this before and it turned out awesome so now I want to do it again or rather give it a new take or a new spin to it.

Here's a fairly solid amount of all the numerous different types of media that I think both fit well in and can share the same universe as one of the top five greatest superhero shows ever made, Christopher McCulloch & Doc Hammer's The Venture Bros., showing the numerous different sides and tones of the same world that you can both read and see below for yourself:

• Yasuyuki Ueda's Hellsing Ultimate

• Takahiro Omori's Baccano!, Durarara!! and Durarara!! x2

• Sunao Katabuchi's Black Lagoon

• Masayuki Kojima's Monster

• Hiroshi Nishikiori, Tatsuyuki Nagai & Nobuharu Kamanaka's A Certain Magical Index, Railgun and Accelerator

• Tetsuro Araki's Death Note and Attack On Titan

• Chris Carter's The X Files Series (First nine seasons, Fight The Future, Millennium and The Lone Gunmen)

• Joss "Yikes!" Whedon's Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel

• Todd McFarlane's Spawn Trilogy (HBO)

• Tom Fontana's Oz

• David Simon's The Wire

• Damon Lindelof & Carlton Cuse's LOST

• Bryan Fuller's Pushing Daises and Hannibal

• Vince Gilligan's Breaking Bad Trilogy

• Kurt Sutter's Sons Of Anarchy Duology

• Jeff Pinkner & J.H. Wyman's Fringe

• Jenji Kohan's Orange Is The New Black

• Jami O'Brien's NOS4A2 (TV Series)

• Jerry Seinfeld & Larry David's Seinfeld

• Winnie Holzman's My So-Called Life

• Linwood Boomer's Malcolm In The Middle

• Mitchell Hurwitz's Arrested Development (First three seasons)

• Dan "Ugh!" Schneider's Drake & Josh

• John Wells' Shameless (U.S.)

• Aaron Sorkin's The West Wing

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MGM+ Renews Horror Series FROM For Season 3!

MGM+ Renews Sci-Fi Horror Series FROM for Season Three! Created by John Griffin and executive produced by Griffin and Lost alums Jeff Pinkner and Jack Bender, the series will return in 2024. Keep reading for more details down below. From The Press Release BEVERLY HILLS, California – June 29, 2023 – MGM+, a premium linear channel and streaming service, announced today that the contemporary…