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[10/01/23 - 05:17 AM]
Japanese Series "The Queen of Villains" Additional Main Casts Announcement: Main Casts Meet the Legendary Women's Professional Wrestlers on Their Anniversary Stage
Netflix today confirmed that Karata Erika will take the role of Nagayo Chigusa, and Ayame Goriki will take the role of Lioness Asuka in the upcoming series, joining Yuriyan Retriever as Dump Matsumoto. |
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Japanese Series The Queen of Villains Additional Main Casts Announcement: Main Casts meet the Legendary Women's Professional Wrestlers on Their Anniversary Stage
Netflix today confirmed that Karata Erika will take the role of Nagayo Chigusa, and Ayame Goriki will take the role of Lioness Asuka in the upcoming series The Queen of Villains, joining Yuriyan Retriever as Dump Matsumoto.
The Queen of Villains tells the unknown story of Dump Matsumoto, a professional wrestler who spurred the women's professional wrestling boom with her cult-like popularity and took Japan by storm in the 1980s. Nagayo Chigusa and Lioness Asuka are the members of Crush Gals, a Japanese pro-wrestling tag-team duo who became the pop icon by dominating the television bringing the social phenomenon.
Today, the main casts of The Queens of Villains made a surprise appearance at the legendary Crush Gals 40th anniversary event in Yokohama, Japan and celebrated their anniversary by performing their hit song "Bible Of Fire (Hono no Seisyo)" together on the stage.
Chigusa Nagayo is a part of the show who trained these main casts to prepare for the roles of pro wrestlers.
The Queen of Villains, written and produced by Osamu Suzuki, teaming up with director Kazuya Shiraishi, will be coming to Netflix in 2024.
https://netflix.com/thequeenofvillains
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[05/19/26 - 11:00 AM]
Darius Rucker to Receive the Veterans Voice Award Presented by USAA's Honor Through Action at "The 52nd American Music Awards," Live, Monday, May 25 at 8:00 PM, ET, 5:00 PM, PT on CBS
The award recognizes artists who use their platforms to make meaningful, lasting change in the lives of those who served.
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[05/19/26 - 10:01 AM]
HBO Original Documentary Series "Bring Me the Beauties: A Model Cult" Debuts June 1
The three-part documentary series chronicles Hoyt Richards, who, at 16 years old, meets an enigmatic Manhattan socialite on a Nantucket beach and is pulled into his spiritual group, Eternal Values.
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[05/19/26 - 10:00 AM]
AMC Global Media Invites Fans Deeper Into the World of "The Vampire Lestat" with New Companion Series, "The Vampire Lestat: After Dark"
Hosted by writer, producer and podcast host Lizzie Bassett, the after show will take fans behind the scenes of each weekly episode of "The Vampire Lestat," featuring interviews with series cast and producers.
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[05/19/26 - 09:30 AM]
Video: Starz Debuts Jaw-Dropping Trailer for Fifth and Final Season of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" Premiering on Friday, June 12
"Power Book III: Raising Kanan" is a prequel series in the "Power" universe that explores fan-favorite character Kanan Stark's entry into the drug business and his evolution from an innocent teenager into a ruthless kingpin, influenced by his mother's manipulation and deception.
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[05/19/26 - 09:18 AM]
ESPN's Exclusive Presentation of the 2026 Stanley Cup Western Conference Final Presented by Geico Takes The Ice Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
ESPN's Western Conference Final coverage is a prelude to the network's exclusive Stanley Cup Final coverage on ABC.
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[05/19/26 - 09:11 AM]
Video: "Voicemails for Isabelle" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.
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[05/19/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Peacock Releases Official Trailer for Season 3 of "Capture"
Don't believe everything you see.
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[05/19/26 - 08:05 AM]
It's a Snoopy Summer! Apple TV Announces an All-New Slate of Peanuts Programming
Highlights include a second season of beloved musical "Camp Snoopy" to debut on Friday, June 26 and a brand new special, "Snoopy Presents: There's No Place Like Home, Snoopy," premiering on Friday, July 31.
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[05/19/26 - 08:03 AM]
Dave Flemming Joins NBC Sports as a Play-by-Play Voice for "MLB Sunday Leadoff" on Peacock and NBCSN
Flemming makes his NBC Sports' debut this Sunday, May 24.
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[05/19/26 - 08:03 AM]
NASCAR on Prime Is Back on the Track for Second Season of Exclusive NASCAR Cup Series Coverage
NASCAR on Prime's celebrated announce team combines seasoned broadcasters with racing legends to bring fans closer than ever to the sport.
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[05/19/26 - 08:02 AM]
Video: "Spider-Noir" - Final Trailer - Prime Video
In one week, B Reilly Investigations is open for business.
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[05/19/26 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Rafa" - Official Trailer - Netflix
As he battles for a final triumph on the court, Rafael Nadal opens up like never before about what shaped one of the greatest tennis careers of all time.
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[05/19/26 - 08:00 AM]
Video: National Geographic Brings "Best of the World" Franchise to Screens with Emmy Winner Antoni Porowski, Unveiling Trailer and June Premiere Date
The new four-part travel docuseries premieres on National Geographic on June 7 at 9/8c with all episodes streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
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[05/19/26 - 07:44 AM]
FOX Nation Finds Its Next Fox-Worthy Stand-Up Special with Jeff Foxworthy's "The Joke's on Me" Premiering June 1
Filmed at the Gas South Theatre in Duluth, Georgia, the special offers a heartfelt and hilarious look at Foxworthy's life, career, and signature comedic style.
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[05/19/26 - 07:31 AM]
"America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" Season 3 Premieres June 16, 2026
This season follows the 2025-26 squad from high-pressure auditions and training camp all the way through the NFL season, continuing to offer candid, behind-the-scenes access to one of sports' most iconic teams.
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