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Mantzoukas to Play Greek Doctor in ‘Townies’

Actor, comedian and writer Jason Mantzoukas will play Dr. Theodorakis in the upcoming comedy "Townies," set to hit theaters in May 2014. The film, from director Nicholas Stoller ("Get Him to the Greek," "Forgetting Sarah Marshall"), revolves around a couple...

‘Riddick,’ Starring Dave Bautista, Releases Final Trailer

The final trailer for the upcoming thriller/action/sci-fi "Riddick" starring Vin Diesel and Dave Bautista just hit the world wide web. Releasing in theaters on September 6, the film is the third installment in the series that launched with "Pitch Black" in 2000 and...

Actress Marie Avgeropoulos Begins Filming on ‘Tracers’

Greek-Canadian actress Marie Avgeropoulos has begun filming "Tracers" with "Twilight"'s Taylor Lautner. On-location in New York City, the actors were seen together on and off the set while "Tracers" is shooting in the area. Avgeropoulos plays Nikki in the action...

Nia Vardalos ‘Dealin’ with Idiots’ in New Film

Nia Vardalos stars in the upcoming IFC Films comedy, "Dealin' with Idiots." The plot centers on Max Morris, a famous comedian who is faced with the absurd competitiveness surrounding his son's youth league baseball team in Los Angeles and decides...

Theo James in ‘Divergent’: First Look Photo

Greek-Brit Theo James stars in the upcoming Lionsgate fantasy drama "Divergent," and the studio just released a still of the actor in which he plays the role of "Four" in the film. Based on the best-selling young adult novel from...

Galifianakis Wants Movie on Battle of Crete

Zach Galifianakis is considering returning to his Greek roots for a potential upcoming film project. The actor and comedian told various news outlets during interviews to promote "The Hangover Part III" that he would like to make a film...

Galifianakis Executive Producing New Comedy Show

Actor and comedian Zach Galifianakis is executive producing a show that just got a 12-episode order from cable network Comedy Central. "Brody Stevens: Enjoy It!," is a documentary-style program featuring Galifianakis' close friend, Brody Stevens. The series centers on stand-up comedian...

5 Greek-Related Films to Watch on Valentine’s Day

If you're looking for last minute ideas on how to spend Valentine's Day with your agapi, here's a few films we suggest that will set the scene for a night of love, featuring either beautiful Mediterranean scenery, or Greek...

Bob Costas to Host Movie-Themed Sports Show

Greek-American sports commentator Bob Costas, who has sat in the prime-time seat for the Olympics a record nine times on NBC, is hosting a new series on the MLB Network that mixes movies and baseball. "Costas at the Movies" will...

Screenwriter Peter Papageorgiou Reveals His Plans about a New Movie and a TV-Series

Screenwriter and actor, Peter Papageorgiou, talks about his career, his future projects and his Greek heritage to Nick Cristophers.