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P-Valley season two's numbers prove it might be the best STARZ series

Sorry ‘Power’ and ‘American Gods’ but it’s really all about the ‘P-Valley’ craze right about now. The must-see series has officially returned and the numbers aren’t lying - the growth in popularity and viewers is record-breaking.

Sorry ‘Power’ and ‘American Gods’ but it’s really all about the ‘P-Valley’ craze right about now. The must-see series has officially returned and the numbers aren’t lying - the growth in popularity and viewers is record-breaking.

P-Valley is doing huge numbers already

Hardly into the new season, the viewers for its highly-anticipated return last weekend proves it’s easily one of the best shows on STARZ - if not ‘the’ best right now.

Based on early reporting, STARZ’s critically-acclaimed drama “P-Valley” was up 1,018% from its series debut on the STARZ app, setting a record as the largest season over season growth in the streamer’s history.

With several platforms yet to report and additional territories globally to debut the series, it drew 4.5 million multiplatform viewers2 for its season two premiere weekend in the U.S. alone. The hit series, which premiered its second season on June 3, drove record subscription growth with the highest number of acquisitions in three years making it one of the best-performing series of all time.

The sophomore season, which fans have been clamoring for since its season one debut in 2020, from creator, executive producer and Pulitzer Prize-winner Katori Hall, also ranks as the most socially-engaged primetime drama over the premiere weekend across all networks.

The STARZ executives know they have one

The folks behind the scenes know ‘P-Valley’ is a game-changer for the network. Both STARZ head Alison Hoffman and creator Katori Hall have dished on the series’ immediate impact upon its return.

“Katori and the entire ‘P-Valley’ team have done an amazing job bringing audiences a second season that has delivered record-setting viewer performance and subscription growth, and through its incredible storytelling has continued driving cultural conversation and critical acclaim,” said Alison Hoffman, President, Domestic Networks at STARZ. “The series exemplifies our commitment to amplifying narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences, and we are so proud of its continued success.”

Hall said of her show’s success, "Our Pynk Posse showed up and showed out! The incredible response to season two feels like such a gift after the challenging pause of these past few years, but we're back and we're just getting started y'all. I am bursting with pride seeing the Pynk Posse grow and watching the sense of community and family that forms as we bring this new season to the world. Hearing from viewers that they have felt seen, heard and celebrated is exactly what everyone working on the show hoped for. Being able to showcase our community's resilience has been so meaningful and rewarding, and I can’t wait for y'all to come on down to the valley to see the rest of what we have in store.”

The season two expecations

It’s more than just pole dancing for season two. The series takes a deep dive into personal issues, relationships and - most notably - how the real-world COVID-19 pandemic has impacted fan favorites and all characters.

Season two reveals a whole new Pynk as it struggles to remain open during a pandemic, a battle for the throne, and the possibility of some new blood shaking up the locker room. This season takes audiences deeper into the lives of the Pynk’s beloved characters as darkness descends upon Chucalissa.

Returning cast includes Nicco Annan (“This is Us”) as Uncle Clifford, Elarica Johnson (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince) as Autumn Night, Brandee Evans (“The Bobby Brown Story”) as Mercedes, Shannon Thornton (“Power”) as Miss Mississippi, J. Alphonse Nicholson (“Chicago P.D.”) as Lil’ Murda, Parker Sawyers (Southside With You) as Andre, Harriett D. Foy (“Elementary”) as Pastor Woodbine, Dan J. Johnson (“Underemployed”) as Corbin, Morocco Omari (“Empire”) as Big L, Dominic DeVore (The Ride) as Duffy, Tyler Lepley (“The Haves and the Have Nots”) as Diamond, Jordan M. Cox (“The Outsider”) as Derrick and Skyler Joy (Ma) as Gidget. Recently announced John Clarence Stewart (“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” “What If”) as Big Teak, newcomer Miracle Watts as Big Bone, Shamika Cotton (“The Wire”) as Farrah, Gail Bean (“Snowfall”) as Roulette and Psalms Salazar (Girl Lost: A Hollywood Thriller) as Whisper, also join the cast this season.

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AMC+'s Moonhaven might be the premium network's biggest game-changer

If there’s anything the premium networks are forcing each other to do at this point, it’s make better quality series and bring in some serious star power. AMC+ is not slowing down and only making things even more interesting with sky-high expectations for its upcoming ‘Moonhaven’ series. Can anyone say exclusive much?

If there’s anything the premium networks are forcing each other to do at this point, it’s make better quality series and bring in some serious star power. AMC+ is not slowing down and only making things even more interesting with sky-high expectations for its upcoming ‘Moonhaven’ series. Can anyone say exclusive much?

AMC+’s Moonhaven could be a major game-changer

While inflation continues to be a real thing around the nation - and world - and people are still dealing with the fact Netflix has lost a legit number of subscribers since last year, AMC+ could deliver a gut check to its competition with ‘Moonhaven’ based on cast, excitement and overall sci-fi adventure.

AMC+ today released first look photos of the upcoming suspense thriller, Moonhaven, from creator Peter Ocko (Lodge 49, Black SailsElementary). The series is set in a utopian colony on the moon that may hold the keys to preserving life on Earth, which has become increasingly perilous, and features an acclaimed ensemble cast including Emma McDonald (Queens of Mystery), Dominic Monaghan (LostAmara Karan (Doctor Who), Ayelet Zurer (Losing Alice), Joe Manganiello (True Blood), Kadeem Hardison (Black Monday), and Yazzmin Newell (The Last Tree). The first two episodes of the series will debut Thursday, July 7 exclusively on AMC+ with additional episodes dropping Thursdays, weekly.   

Moonhaven centers on Bella Sway (McDonald), a lunar cargo pilot and smuggler 100 years in the future who finds herself accused of a crime and marooned on Moonhaven, a utopian community set on a 500 square mile Garden of Eden built on the Moon to find solutions to the problems that will soon end civilization on Mother Earth. A skeptic in Paradise, Bella is sucked into a conspiracy to gain control of the artificial intelligence responsible for Moonhaven's miracles and teams with a local detective to stop the forces that want to destroy Earth's last hope before they are destroyed themselves.

In case you need a little more than mind-blowing pics to capture your attention, check out the official teaser.

The AMC+ tidbits…

It’s hard to justify dropping a few bucks on a premium service just for one series, so kick back and check out just how much AMC+ is doing for its subscribers and remember to look out for ‘Moonhaven’ next month.

AMC+ is the company’s new premium streaming bundle featuring an extensive lineup of popular and critically acclaimed original programming from AMC, BBC America, IFC, and SundanceTV and full access to targeted streaming services Shudder, Sundance Now and IFC Films Unlimited, which feature content such as A Discovery of WitchesCreepshow, Riviera and Boyhood. The service features a continually refreshed library of commercial-free content, including fan favorites Mad Men, Rectify, Orphan Black, Portlandia, Hell on Wheels, NOS4A2 and series from The Walking Dead Universe, among many others. The service also offers a growing slate of original and exclusive series including Gangs of London, The North Water, Kin, The Beast Must Die, Too Close, The Salisbury Poisonings, Cold CourageSpy CityUltra City Smiths, Ragdoll and Anna. AMC+ recently launched in Canada and Australia, and is available in the U.S. through AMCPlus.com, the AMC+ app, and a number of digital and cable partners.

The up-close Moonhaven looks

Just because of paranoia and the reality of social media sometimes falling victim to outages, you can catch those amazing first-look ‘Moonhaven’ pics at your leisure below.

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Here's a 'Shining Girls' episode 4 sneak peek ahead of Friday

Can’t wait until Friday to get a look at the fourth episode of ‘Shining Girls’ starring Elisabeth Moss? No worries, you’ve pulled through to the right place with a look at this week’s fourth episode broadcast.

Can’t wait until Friday to get a look at the fourth episode of ‘Shining Girls’ starring Elisabeth Moss? No worries, you’ve pulled through to the right place with a look at this week’s fourth episode broadcast.

Check out some of the details behind the episode and watch the teaser scene.Apple TV+ is thrilled to share a sneak peek clip featuring Elisabeth Moss, Jamie Bell, Wagner Moura and Erika Alexander from the fourth episode of “Shining Girls,” debuting globally Friday, May 6 exclusively on Apple TV+. In episode 104, entitled “Attribution,” pressure mounts to take Kirby’s (Elisabeth Moss) story to print. Dan (Wagner Moura) explores possible connections between the murder victims, while Kirby tries to make sense of a piece of evidence.

And just in case you’re playing catch-up on what ‘Shining Girls’ is all about? Attack The Culture has you covered.

About “Shining Girls” 

Based on Lauren Beukes’ best-selling novel, “Shining Girls” follows Kirby Mazrachi (Moss) as a Chicago newspaper archivist whose journalistic ambitions were put on hold after enduring a traumatic assault. When Kirby learns that a recent murder mirrors her own case, she partners with seasoned, yet troubled reporter Dan Velazquez (played by Wagner Moura), to uncover her attacker’s identity. As they realize these cold cases are inextricably linked, their own personal traumas and Kirby’s blurred reality allow her assailant to remain one step ahead. In addition to Moss and Moura, the gripping drama stars Phillipa Soo with Amy Brenneman and Jamie Bell rounding out the ensemble cast. 

“Shining Girls” is adapted for television and executive produced by Silka Luisa, who also serves as showrunner. Elisabeth Moss stars, directs and executive produces through Love and Squalor Pictures, alongside Lindsey McManus. Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Davisson and Michael Hampton executive produce through Appian Way. Michelle MacLaren directs and executive produces with Rebecca Hobbs for MacLaren Entertainment. Daina Reid (“The Handmaid’s Tale”) directs and executive produces. Author Lauren Beukes and Alan Page Arriaga also serve as executive producers.

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