Drama and Period Epics
Chief of War on Apple TV
New offerings in the world of entertainment: Jason Momoa's fresh series, Miley Cyrus taking the director's chair, and the ongoing spat between Blake Lively and Ryan Baldwin in the latest streaming content and music releases.
Jason Momoa's latest project, "Chief of War," is now available on Apple TV+. This period epic is based on a true story set in late 18th century Hawaii, following the journey of Kaʻiana, a warrior chief from Kauaʻi. Kaʻiana's adventure takes him beyond the islands, back home, and into the bloody campaign to unify the Hawaiian Islands under Kamehameha I between 1782 and 1810 [1].
The series depicts the four major Hawaiian kingdoms—Hawaiʻi, Maui, Oʻahu, and Kauaʻi—in a state of war, highlighting the fierce battles and shifting alliances during this formative period. It avoids stereotypes by portraying Native Hawaiians as complex individuals, not as a monolith, and features Kaʻiana’s confronting of family, loyalty, and the arrival of Western forces, including encounters on a British ship that expose him to new weapons and language [2][3][4].
Momoa not only stars as Kaʻiana but also co-created, executive produces, co-writes, and directs parts of the series. The show mixes epic battle scenes with intimate personal and political drama during this pivotal moment in Hawaiian history [1][3][4].
Washington Black on Prime Video
Based on the 2018 bestseller by Esi Edugyan, "Washington Black" follows a young slave named Wash who embarks on a globe-spanning adventure in search of freedom. Ernest Kingsley Jr plays the titular character, while Iola Evans portrays Tanna Goff, Wash's love interest. Sterling K Brown is among the cast, serving as one of the producers [5].
Romantic Comedy
My Oxford Year on Netflix
"My Oxford Year" is a romantic comedy now streaming on Netflix. The story follows Anna, an American enrolled in a year-long poetry program at Oxford University, who meets Jamie, played by Corey Mylchreest.
Documentaries
Lively vs Baldoni: The Hollywood Feud on OSN
The fallout between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni following the release of "It Ends With Us" is the focus of the documentary "Lively vs Baldoni: The Hollywood Feud," now airing on OSN+.
One Night in Idaho: The College Murders on HBO Max
"One Night in Idaho: The College Murders" features exclusive interviews with the parents of the four University of Idaho students who were tragically murdered in 2022. The series offers a deep dive into the lives of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin [6].
Sitcoms
Leanne on FOX
American comedian Leanne Morgan's sitcom, "Leanne," is based on her newfound fame after the success of her stand-up special, I'm Every Woman.
Renee Rapp's Sophomore Album
Renee Rapp, known for her no-holds-barred personality, has released her sophomore album, Bite Me, which has been called "one of the year's most exciting pop albums" by Rolling Stone.
Meanwhile, Dylan Mortensen and Bethany Funke, housemates of the victims in the Idaho incident, were unharmed during the tragic event. In a separate development, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's fallout, detailed in the documentary "Lively vs Baldoni: The Hollywood Feud," is a focus on OSN+. Lastly, Sofia Carson stars in "My Oxford Year," a romantic comedy on Netflix, alongside Corey Mylchreest.
- Jason Momoa's latest project "Chief of War," a period epic set in late 18th century Hawaii, features photos and video of epic battle scenes on Apple TV+.
- In the romantic comedy "My Oxford Year," available on Netflix,Corey Mylchreest plays Jamie, who meets Anna, played by an unspecified actress.
- The truth behind the fallout between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is captured in the documentary "Lively vs Baldoni: The Hollywood Feud," airing on OSN+.
- The series "Chief of War" showcases Not only Jason Momoa's acting skills but also his involvement as a co-creator, executive producer, co-writer, and director in various parts of the series.
- "One Night in Idaho: The College Murders," available on HBO Max, showcases exclusive interviews with the family members in the form of photos and videos, offering a deeper look into the lives of the four victims.
