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Al Michaels has been making play-by-play calls for prime time NFL games for 40 years.

His next game will be Saturday, when the Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers in an NFC wild-card game on Amazon Prime Video.

It won’t be his last.

Michaels will return to call games for Prime Video’s NFL coverage next season, the streaming service confirmed Friday. The 81-year-old Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer has been the play-by-play announcer for “Thursday Night Football,” with color commentator Kirk Herbstreit, since Prime Video acquired the rights to those games starting in the 2022 season.

After initially receiving a three-year deal from Amazon, which expired after 2024, Michaels reportedly worked this season under a one-year deal. Michaels told Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina in November that he would be happy to return in 2026 if Amazon would have him.

“It’s a two-way street here,” Michaels said. “They could tell me, ‘We got to move on, it’s time to make a transition,’ all that. I don’t know, that could happen. But as of the moment as we sit here on this mid-November afternoon, I feel really good, still love what I do and, again, work with a tremendous crew. So, yeah, I think at this moment in time, I would like to continue, yes.”

One of Michaels’ first jobs out of college was a very brief stint with the legendary Chick Hearn on Lakers radio broadcasts in 1967. Since then, he has gone on to announce some of the biggest moments in sports history, including his signature “Do you believe in miracles? Yes!” call of the 1980 U.S. Olympic team’s upset of the Soviet Union.

Michaels was the play-by-play voice of ABC’s “Monday Night Football” from 1986-2005 and NBC’s “Sunday Night Football” from 2006-2021. He has called 11 Super Bowls, most recently on Feb. 13, 2022, when the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium.

The first three episodes of Mr Beast’s Beast Games season two are streaming now on Prime Video

*Warning – contains spoilers for Beast Games season 2*

A brand new season of Mr Beast’s Beast Games has finally landed on Prime Video promising to be bigger, better and more intense than ever.

The first three episodes have dropped on Wednesday (January 7) as 200 contestants all battle it out in the hopes of winning a staggering prize pot of $5,000,000 (which equates to around £3.7 million) making it one of the largest prize winnings in reality competition history.

Straight away, viewers are plunged into chaos as 200 hopefuls are split into 100 of the world’s smartest and 100 of the world’s strongest, but only 100 make it through to Beast City after a brutal first challenge.

Titled Strong Vs Smart, alliances have already been forming, as well as new relationships and bribes – but what may come as a surprise to fans, is a major season 2 twist that no-one was expecting.

Prime Video teases: “After a record-shattering first season, Beast Games is back! Bigger, bolder, and more intense than ever. MrBeast has assembled 100 of the planet’s strongest competitors and 100 of the world ’s smartest minds.

“Strong vs. Smart” will battle for an eye-watering $5,000,000 prize. As players face off in the ultimate collision of brain and biceps; alliances will form and trust will break. Every challenge pushes the limits of human strength, intelligence and strategy. What wouldn’t you do for $5,000,000?”

But what is the huge season 2 twist? We have put together all you need to know as the first three episodes drop.

Beast Games season 2 twist explained

Arguably the first jaw dropping moment of season 2 came during episode 1’s major cliffhanger when MrBeast brought the contestants their first bribe.

The players were asked whether they wanted to take home $100k but they walked from the competition there and then.

But the game would not be down a few, instead, the players that chose to leave would instead be replaced… not just with anyone, but with familiar faces from the first season – including the winner.

Many took to social media to share their views as one person said: “Honestly Beast Games is pretty cool and i LOVED the cast reveal from last season.”

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Another wrote: “Damn Jimmy brought back the season 1 contestants. What a great idea.” A third added: “Jeff is back!!! Can he go for back to back wins.”

However, a fourth replied: “People who have already stole hundreds of thousands of dollars being allowed the chance to play again doesn’t sit well with me?!”

Ten previous contestants had the opportunity to return, should anyone decide to go home.

In the end, it was Twana (player 830), Karim (player 406), Akira (player 539) Jeff (player 831), Jeremy (player 991), Deano (player 380), Mia (player 952), JC (Player 566), Gage Gallagher (player 974) and Courtney Ferris (player 424) who returned.

Who won Beast Games season 1?

Jeff Allen was season one’s winner when he took home $10m, beating 999 other competitors and taking home one of the largest cash prizes.

For Jeff, it was his family that spurred him on as he wanted to win the funds to put towards helping with his son’s rare disease. According to People, his eldest son Lucas was diagnosed with Creatine Transporter Deficiency at just 2 years old, which was first picked up on when he was “missing milestones”.

He said: “I need to take care of him. I want to make sure he’s taken care of at home, but also, can we invest into research to help ultimately find a treatment for him and other kids like him?”

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Many viewers have issued a stark warning for anyone wanting to watch the film

A horrifyingly brutal film that reportedly had fans “fainting” with others issuing a warning is available to stream on Prime Video.

Bones and All was first released back in 2022 starring Timothée Chalamet and Taylor Russell as fans are warned before they watch the “unhinged” film. The R-Rated romance is directed by Oscar nominated filmmaker Luca Guadagnino who gained recognition for his 2017 hit Call Me By Your Name.

The grisly horror romance, based on the novel of the same name by Camille DeAngelis from 2015, follows two cannibals who unexpectedly fall in love, struggling with their uncontrollable urge to eat human flesh.

Maren (played by Taylor Russell) decides to track down her mother when along the way she forms an unlikely alliance with another young cannibal Lee (Timothée Chalamet).

An older eater of human flesh, Sully, develops an obsession with Maren as it has been dubbed a horror version of the classic love story Romeo and Juliet.

Now, the film – which won awards following its world premier at the Venice International Film Festival in 2022 – is available for streaming on Prime Video for anyone who dares press play.

Prime Video teases: “In a world that cannot abide who they truly are, a young woman who is learning how to survive on the margins of society and an intense, disenfranchised drifter embark upon a road trip, searching for identity and chasing beauty in a perilous world.”

With an impressive score of 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, one reviewer said: “This is the most creepy, atmospheric, and yet beautiful movie I have ever seen! It deserved so much more acclaim that it got!”

Another wrote: “A truly twisted Romeo and Juliet story that horrifies you and pulls on the heart strings at the same time.”

A third added: “The perfect balance between horror and romance. The masterpiece I never knew I needed.” A fourth replied: “This was horrifying and beautiful.”

Critic Barry Hertz for the Globe and Mail said: “Bones and All is beautiful and unhinged all in the same bite.”

Over on IMDB, the film scored a slightly lower rating of 6.8/10 stars, but viewers did not hold back on praise.

One movie-goer enthused: “BONES AND ALL is an intense, heart-breaking, and uplifting tale that is sure to leave an impact. It’s a must-watch for anyone who enjoys horror and romance, or simply needs a reminder of the power of love. Be warned though – this movie has lots of blood and gore, so it’s not for the faint of heart.”

Another warned: “Not for the faint-hearted and definitely don’t eat a lot before the movie.”

There were reports at the time of cinemagoers fainting and vomiting during screenings due to its gory details, with director Luca Guadagnino telling the Irish Times back in 2022: “I heard about people fainting and some people also throwing up, some screaming.”

Following its release, Russell won the Best Young Actress award at Venice Film Festival, and the pair’s performances were widely praised by film fanatics. Contrary to its critical success, the film seemingly failed at the box office, grossing $15.2million worldwide on a reported $16-20million budget – though it remains a hit with many viewers.

Bones and All is available to stream on Prime Video

The second series of Beast Games lands on Prime Video sooner than you think

YouTuber MrBeast will return to screens with a brand new season of Beast Games in just a matter of days.

Premiering this week, the brand new season will land on Prime Video as contestants battle it out in the hopes of winning a staggering prize pot of $5,000,000 which equates to around £3.7 million – making it one of the largest prize winnings in reality competition history.

It will also include a special edition crossover episode featuring the Emmy-Award Winning series Survivor, and its legendary host Jeff Probst.

The first season, which ran from December 2024 to January 2025, achieved massive success, becoming Prime’s most-watched unscripted show ever with 50 million viewers in just 25 days and it will now be back on screens on January 7.

Promising to be even bigger and better than before, 200 contestants will be split between 100 of the world’s strongest and 100 of the world’s smartest as they go head to head in the hopes of winning a life changing sum.

But fans may be disappointed to learn that not all episodes will be available straight away. Titled ‘Strong vs Smart’, the new season will see a weekly release, ending this month – here’s everything you need to know about the current release schedule.

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Episode release schedule explained

• Episode 1-3 – January 7
• Episode 4 – January 14
• Episode 5 – January 21
• Episode 6 – January 28

Prime Video teases: “After a record-shattering first season, Beast Games is back! Bigger, bolder, and more intense than ever. MrBeast has assembled 100 of the planet’s strongest competitors and 100 of the world ’s smartest minds.

“Strong vs. Smart” will battle for an eye-watering $5,000,000 prize. As players face off in the ultimate collision of brain and biceps; alliances will form and trust will break. Every challenge pushes the limits of human strength, intelligence and strategy. What wouldn’t you do for $5,000,000?”

Beast Games will be blended with Survivor’s ground breaking format in an intense hybrid challenge which will include brutal twists and obstacles as Prime Video adds: “resulting in an episode that seamlessly bridges the worlds of content creators and traditional television.”

Many fans have been quick to share their enthusiasm as one person wrote on YouTube : “1st season was an emotional rollercoaster and a test of human psychology. Hope season 2 will be better than that.”

Another said: “OHHHHH MYYYYYYY GAAAAAAAWDDDD.” A third penned: “Prime video will be cooking in 2026.”

Prime Video also previously announced the show will return for a third series, however an official release date is yet to be announced.

Beast Games season 2 is available to stream on Prime Video on January 7

The 2021 thriller is said to have a perfect balance of scary and shocking moments

An ‘underrated’ 2021 thriller that you probably missed is now available to stream on Prime Video.

The Girl Who Got Away (or Mother) didn’t gain much traction when it premiered but it sounds perfect for weekend viewing.

Written and directed by Michael Morrissey, the psychological horror centres on serial kidnapper and murderer Elizabeth Caulfield, who is imprisoned for abducting and murdering young girls she pretended were her daughters.

She had five victims, but one called Christina managed to escape. Twenty years on from her crimes, Elizabeth breaks out of prison to hunt down her only liberated victim. But Christina’s own dark past starts to unravel as her kidnapper tracks her down.

American actress Lexi Johnson leads the cast as Christina, with Nigerian-British actor Chukwudi Iwuji as local police officer Jamie. They are joined by The Matrix alum Kaye Tuckerman who plays the story’s villain, Elizabeth.

Although the mystery thriller didn’t reach wide audiences upon its debut, it still earned impressive ratings from audiences. Rotten Tomatoes viewers awarded it an 87% score.

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One Google reviewer shared their five-star verdict, writing: “A perfect dose of scary and shock. An interesting theme with a unique plot. Good strong acting. I felt the latter half slipped through quickly with so many revelations coming to light suddenly. But must say this is an underrated gem.”

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While an IMDb user praised: “Was pleasantly surprised that what I thought was happening was close but the twists left me guessing until the very end. A few jump scares but builds a good storyline and the thriller/psychological terror is more the backburn to that. Strong cast performances.”

And a third fan posted: “Me and my wifey really liked this movie and were never bored I recommend it and don’t understand the negative reviews.”

This moviegoer was responding to a barrage of brutal reviews that the thriller also suffered. While some dubbed it a ‘must-watch’ others were less than impressed.

“Predictable & bordering on ridiculous,” penned one, with another slamming: “Don’t bother [watching]. It’s not even bad enough to be good.”

Those keen to form their own opinions can stream The Girl Who Got Away now on Prime Video.

If you’re unimpressed with this year’s Christmas TV offerings, you can find a huge range of beloved festive classics on your favourite streaming services

Another Christmas is finally here and the season is all about family, food and festive traditions.

However, there will undoubtedly come a moment when parents and kids alike will be so stuffed with turkey, trimmings and Christmas pudding that they won’t be able to move from the sofa.

That’s why it’s important to have several hours of entertainment lined up, especially if the idea of board games or a long walk is too exhausting to contemplate.

While TV channels have a wide range of festive treats in store, viewers who don’t fancy yet another Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special or have already watched the Gavin and Stacey finale 100 times this year might prefer to revisit some of their favourite holiday films instead.

Let’s take a look at some highlights from the vast array of Christmas classics available to stream on the top streaming platforms, from Netflix and Prime Video to Sky and Disney+.

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Streaming giant Netflix has fast become one of the leading producers of guilty pleasure Christmas rom-coms that are incredibly easy to watch if you’re still digesting your second and third helpings of pigs in blankets.

Stand-outs include The Princess Switch trilogy, Hot Frosty, A Castle For Christmas and A Merry Little Ex-Mas. Plus, don’t forget about Lindsay Lohan’s Christmas comebacks, Our Little Secret and Falling For Christmas, and Virgin River star Alexandra Breckenridge’s recent Mrs Doubtfire-inspired hit, My Secret Santa.

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Sky is giving away a free Netflix subscription with its new Sky Stream TV bundles, including the £15 Essential TV plan.

This lets members watch live and on-demand TV content without a satellite dish or aerial and includes hit shows like Bridgerton.

For those looking for something a bit more nostalgic, Netflix has several familiar favourites, too. Iconic Christmas rom-coms The Holiday and Love Actually are both available, as is How the Grinch Stole Christmas, both the live-action version with Jim Carrey and the 2018 animated film voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch. Animation fans also can’t go wrong with Netflix’s delightful original film, Klaus.

Those looking for something a little more high-octane should check out the Christmas thriller Carry-On, with Taron Edgerton and Jason Bateman, and, finally, Netflix is also carrying The Holdovers, a heartwarming drama that was only just released in 2023 but has already become a classic.

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Disney+ has announced that it will up its annual subscription by 10% on September 30. Until then, shoppers can still lock into its £89.90 annual plan, which works out less than 30p a day.

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Although Netflix has streaming services beat when it comes to Christmas originals, Disney+ might just have the best selection of familiar favourites.

The Holiday is also available here, as is the live-action Grinch, plus both versions of the delightful Miracle on 34th Street and the entire Santa Clause trilogy starring Tim Allen as a reluctant Saint Nick.

Here you can also find The Nightmare Before Christmas, for viewers who are still disappointed Halloween is over, the iconic action thriller Die Hard, starring Bruce Willis, and, of course, The Muppet Christmas Carol, starring Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge alongside Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and Gonzo the Great as Charles Dickens.

Disney+ also features both Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, which are guaranteed to entertain the whole family.

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Several films already mentioned are also available to stream via Sky Cinema with anyone with a Sky or NOW subscription. These include The Holiday, Love Actually and the animated Grinch.

Fans will also be able to find festive comedies such as Will Ferrell’s iconic Elf, animated classic The Polar Express and one of the UK’s best animated Christmas films, Arthur Christmas.

Some older titles are also available on Sky and NOW, such as the beloved musical White Christmas, starring Bing Crosby, the chaotic Christmas creature feature Gremlins and the delightful fantasy film It’s A Wonderful Life, with James Stewart.

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Amazon’s Prime Video service’s Christmas catalogue features the aforementioned Love Actually and The Holiday, so streamers have no excuses not to revisit these romantic holiday treats this year!

Also in their selection is It’s A Wonderful Life, as well as the 1980s classic A Christmas Story, the charming family film about little Ralphie Parker’s (played by Peter Billingsley) mission to receive a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model air rifle under the tree.

Fans should also definitely check out Love the Coopers for an early appearance from Hollywood A-lister Timothée Chalamet, as well as the late screen legend Diane Keaton, and Prime’s recent festive original Oh. What. Fun starring Michelle Pfeiffer as a flustered mum who snaps during the holidays is also well worth a watch.

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The series should offer a fresh take on a beloved classic character

Fans have been given their first looks at a ‘crazy’ period drama meets fast-paced action prequel series based on a series of classic novels and an iconic literary character.

The new show comes from the acclaimed writer and director Guy Ritchie. He is known for creating Netflix hit The Gentlemen, which in turn was based on his film of the same name. He also helmed British comedy gangster films Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrells to name a few.

Ritchie is now returning to the world of Sherlock Holmes, which he previously visited in 2009 and 2011 with Robert Downey Jr as the renowned detective. His new series, set to premiere on Prime Video next year, will examine the character’s origins.

Young Sherlock will be streaming on the platform from March 4 and promises the same kind of wit and charm of found in Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes feature films. According to the synopsis provided by Prime, Young Sherlock follows the origin story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s beloved detective in an explosive re-imagining of this iconic character’s early days.

Sherlock Holmes is a disgraced young man, raw and unfiltered, when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty. His first ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy that changes his life forever. Unfolding in 1870s Oxford and adventuring abroad, the series will expose the early antics of the anarchic adolescent who is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident.

Hero Fiennes Tiffin, who has previously appeared in Harry Potter, will star as the 19-year-old Holmes. Joining him in the cast are Joseph Fiennes as Silas Holmes, Sherlock’s father, Natascha McElhone as Sherlock’s mother and Colin Firth as Sir Bucephalus Hodge. Dónal Finn takes on the role of a young James Moriarty, Sherlock’s future arch-nemesis

The show’s first trailer was released and gives viewers a taste of what they could expect. It seems that the action will be full throttle from the beginning and even some younger versions of Sherlock’s classic villains on the way.

It didn’t take long for fans to react to the announcement and the trailer. Sharing their thoughts on social media, one person posted: “Guy Ritchie doing Sherlock? Sounds wild, cant wait for March.”

Another replied: “The origin story we didn’t know we needed.” While a third commented: “It’s crazy…. but it looks good! Nice surprise.”

Many are excited at the prospect of Guy Ritchie returning to the world of Sherlock Holmes and what he can contribute to the lore and period genre. One person said: “Guy Ritchie directing an origin story means we are 100% getting fast-paced dialogue, bare-knuckle boxing, and stylish editing.

“It sounds like he’s treating this less like a detective show and more like The Gentlemen in the 1870s. The ‘globe-trotting’ aspect suggests this is going to be way more action-heavy than just sitting in Baker Street.”

One person agreed: “Guy Ritchie’s style could reshape Sherlock’s origin story, but period accuracy often clashes with fast pacing.”

Young Sherlock is streaming on Prime Video from March 4.