During a fan event called “Tudum” that was live-streamed from São Paulo, Brazil, Netflix delighted audiences with exclusive previews of several planned and upcoming projects. A star-studded affair, the event featured renowned talents like Kevin Hart, Chris Hemsworth, Arnold Schwarzenegger, John Boyega, and Gal Gadot.
Among the exciting announcements made during the event was the addition of Linda Hamilton to the cast of “Stranger Things” for its highly anticipated fifth season. Netflix also revealed plans for a third installment of the action-packed “Extraction” movie franchise. Additionally, more cast members were unveiled for the second season of the wildly popular series “Squid Game,” including Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Sung-hoon, and Yang Dong-guen. These talented actors will join the returning cast members Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-Hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo.
Fans of the hit series “Emily in Paris” were thrilled to learn from Lily Collins herself that the upcoming fourth season will take the beloved protagonist on an exciting new adventure in Rome.
One of the most highly anticipated projects showcased during the event was the live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Audiences were treated to their first glimpse of the main cast, featuring Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka, and Dallas Liu as Zuko, as they appeared in their character costumes for the very first time.
Generating a buzz among fans, another highly-discussed series showcased at the event was “One Piece,” an upcoming live-action pirate adventure based on the immensely popular manga. The production has wrapped up, and eager viewers can mark their calendars for the premiere on August 31.
However, while the anticipation for these series grows, specific release dates for many projects remain uncertain due to the ongoing Hollywood Writers’ Strike. There is also a looming question of whether actors will join the picket lines once their SAG-AFTRA contract expires on June 30. Netflix is one of the studios represented by the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), the negotiating entity responsible for discussions with major guilds regarding crucial matters like residuals, minimum pay, and the utilization of artificial intelligence in the industry.
