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Michael Stoyanov
Michael Edward Stoyanov (born December 14, 1966) is an American actor. Biography Stoyanov was born in Chicago, Illinois. He is of Bulgarian and Ukrainian descent. He is best known for his role in the situation comedy ''Blossom'' as eldest sibling Anthony "Tony" Russo. He left the show during the show's final season to write for ''Late Night with Conan O'Brien'', a move he later said he regretted. Stoyanov left ''Late Night'' within a year and went on to briefly write for ''Mad TV'' and ''Mr. Show''. Stoyanov trained with the Chicago improvisational group Second City. He also guest starred in the second season ''Quantum Leap'' episode " Another Mother", as Kevin Buckner, an aspiring teenage comedian who is kidnapped. He had a cameo as “Dopey,” one of the Joker's goons in the opening scene of the 2008 film ''The Dark Knight''. Select filmography *'' Big Shots'' (1987) *''Out on the Edge'' (1989) (TV) *''Gross Anatomy'' (1989) *'' Married... with Children '' (1990) (TV) as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chicago
(''City in a Garden''); I Will , image_map = , map_caption = Interactive Map of Chicago , coordinates = , coordinates_footnotes = , subdivision_type = List of sovereign states, Country , subdivision_name = United States , subdivision_type1 = U.S. state, State , subdivision_type2 = List of counties in Illinois, Counties , subdivision_name1 = Illinois , subdivision_name2 = Cook County, Illinois, Cook and DuPage County, Illinois, DuPage , established_title = Settled , established_date = , established_title2 = Municipal corporation, Incorporated (city) , established_date2 = , founder = Jean Baptiste Point du Sable , government_type = Mayor–council government, Mayor–council , governing_body = Chicago City Council , leader_title = Mayor of Chicago, Mayor , leader_name = Lori Lightfo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quantum Leap
''Quantum Leap'' is an American science fiction television series, created by Donald P. Bellisario, that premiered on NBC and aired for five seasons, from March 26, 1989, to May 5, 1993. The series stars Scott Bakula as Dr. Sam Beckett, a physicist who involuntarily leaps through spacetime during experiments in time travel, by temporarily taking the place of other people to correct what he consistently discovers were historical mistakes. Dean Stockwell co-stars as Admiral Al Calavicci, Sam's womanizing, cigar-smoking companion and best friend, who appears to him as a hologram and researches and shapes his opinions of the past. The series features a mix of humor, drama, romance, social commentary, and science fiction. It was ranked number 19 on '' TV Guide''s "Top Cult Shows Ever" in 2007. A revival series was ordered by NBC, which premiered on September 19, 2022. Premise and characters In the near future, physicist Dr. Sam Beckett ( Scott Bakula) theorizes that time tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kingdom (American TV Series)
''Kingdom'' (previously titled ''Navy St.'') is an American drama television series created by Byron Balasco. The series premiered on October 8, 2014 on the Audience Network and concluded on August 2, 2017. It stars Frank Grillo, Kiele Sanchez, Matt Lauria, Jonathan Tucker, Nick Jonas, and Joanna Going. Season one consists of ten episodes. On October 17, 2014, DirecTV announced that the series was renewed for an additional 20 episodes, 10 of which aired in 2014 & 10 in 2015. On July 7, 2016, it was renewed for a third season which premiered on May 31, 2017. On April 1, 2017, it was announced that the third season would be the final season of the series. Summary Alvey Kulina owns and runs a mixed martial arts gym called Navy St. Gym in Venice, California, with his girlfriend, Lisa. He helps people work out and trains fighters along with his sons, Nate and Jay. Jay has a drug and alcohol problem, but puts it aside to start fighting again and Nate is dealing with personal issues ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gotham (TV Series)
''Gotham'' is an American superhero crime drama television series developed by Bruno Heller, produced by Warner Bros. Television and based on characters from the Batman mythos in comic books published by DC Comics. The series originally aired on Fox from September 22, 2014, to April 25, 2019, over five seasons, comprising a total of 100 episodes. It features an ensemble cast that includes Ben McKenzie as James "Jim" Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, and David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne. The show follows Gordon's early days at the Gotham City Police Department following the murder of Bruce's parents, as well as the origin stories of Batman's infamous rogues gallery. Development for a prequel series based on Batman began in September 2013, with Bruno Heller hired by Fox to serve as a writer and executive producer. In March 2014, Fox originally ordered 16 episodes for its first season before expanding it to 22. Filming primarily took place across New York City. In May 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Space Station 76
''Space Station 76'' is a 2014 American parody science fiction film, directed by Jack Plotnick, and co-written by Plotnick, Jennifer Elise Cox, Sam Pancake, Kali Rocha, and Michael Stoyanov. It is the first film directed by Plotnick. He developed the script through improvisation sessions at his home with some of his favorite actors. The film was released in select theaters on September 19, 2014 then through Video-On-Demand beginning September 30, 2014. Plot ''Space Station 76'' is a science fiction film that deconstructs seemingly idyllic relationships, set against the backdrop of Omega 76, a 1970s retro futuristic space station. Jessica (Tyler) arrives to serve as the station's new co-pilot. While at first all seems normal and the crew friendly, she soon discovers that the people on board are struggling with issues such as infidelity, loneliness, depression, and drug abuse. She becomes increasingly frustrated by Captain Glenn (Wilson), who harbors a secret of his own, namely h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Justified (TV Series)
''Justified'' is an American neo-Western crime drama television series that premiered on March 16, 2010, on the FX network. Developed by Graham Yost, it is based on Elmore Leonard's stories about the character Raylan Givens, particularly "Fire in the Hole". Timothy Olyphant portrays Raylan Givens, a tough deputy U.S. Marshal enforcing his own brand of justice. The series revolves around the inhabitants and culture in the Appalachian mountains area of eastern Kentucky, specifically Harlan County where many of the main characters grew up. It also features Lexington, Kentucky where the local U.S. Marshals office is situated. The series, comprising 78 episodes, was aired over six seasons and concluded on April 14, 2015. ''Justified'' received critical acclaim throughout most of its run, and has been listed by several publications as one of the best shows of the 2010s. Its acting, directing, art direction, and writing were praised, as were the performances of Olyphant and Walton ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Mentalist
''The Mentalist'' is an American drama television series that ran from September 23, 2008, until February 18, 2015, broadcasting 151 episodes over seven seasons, on CBS. Created by Bruno Heller, who was also its executive producer, the show follows former "psychic" Patrick Jane ( Simon Baker), who is a consultant to the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and his boss, senior agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney), using the highly developed observational skills he previously employed to "read" people's minds. Synopsis The series follows Patrick Jane, an independent consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI) based in Sacramento, California. Although not an officer of the law, he uses his skills from his former career as a successful, yet admittedly fraudulent, psychic medium to help a team of CBI agents solve murders. The real reason for Jane's involvement with law enforcement is to track down the serial killer, known as Red John, who was responsible for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prison Break
''Prison Break'' is an American serial drama television series created by Paul Scheuring for Fox. The series revolves around two brothers, Lincoln Burrows (Dominic Purcell) and Michael Scofield ( Wentworth Miller); Burrows has been sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit, while Scofield devises an elaborate plan to help his brother escape prison and clear his name. Along with creator Paul Scheuring, the series is executive-produced by Matt Olmstead, Kevin Hooks, Marty Adelstein, Dawn Parouse, Neal H. Moritz, and Brett Ratner who directed the pilot episode. The series' theme music, composed by Ramin Djawadi, was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2006. ''Prison Break'' is a joint production between Original Film, Adelstein/Parouse Productions (seasons 1–4), Dawn Olmstead Productions (season 5), Adelstein Productions (season 5), One Light Road Productions (season 5) and 20th Century Fox Television, and is syndicated by 20th Television. The series was original ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Safe Harbor (TV Series)
''Safe Harbor'' is an American drama television series that aired on The WB from September 20 to November 28, 1999. The series was created and executive produced by Brenda Hampton, who at the time was best known for work on the fellow WB series '' 7th Heaven'', the series was paired with ''7th Heaven'' on the network's Monday night lineup. Despite ''7th Heaven'' being the No. 1 show on The WB during the 1999-2000 season, ''Safe Harbor'' was unable to hold a solid audience after ''7th Heaven'' and was canceled after ten episodes and one season with the show moving to Sunday nights where the last two episodes aired. Premise John Loring (Gregory Harrison) is the sheriff of a local Florida town named Magic Beach. He is a widower who has his hands full finding the truth behind his wife's death and raising his three sons Hayden (Christopher Khayman Lee), Turner (Jeremy Lelliott) and Jeff (Jamie Williams). Jeff is best friends with Chris ( Orlando Brown) and Jamie (Chyler Leigh) is a run ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mad TV (season 5)
The fifth season of '' Mad TV'', an American sketch comedy series, originally aired in the United States on the Fox Network between September 25, 1999, and May 20, 2000. Summary Season 5 of ''Mad TV'' began with only a few changes to the cast: Nelson Ascencio (the show's first Cuban-American cast member and first cast member to have an identical twin brother who sometimes appeared in sketches with him) and Brooke Totman joined the show as featured players. This was the last season for Pat Kilbane and original cast member Phil LaMarr, and would be the only season for Brooke Totman. This would be the final season for the Spy vs. Spy shorts. The previous year's newcomers, Michael McDonald and Mo Collins, reprised their wacky mother/son duo Stuart and Doreen Larkin; separately, Collins played Lorraine Swanson and McDonald played Marvin Tikvah and Rusty Miller. Alex Borstein's Ms. Swan starred in the multi-part sketch "Swan: The Homecoming," which featured special celebrity a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chicago Sons
''Chicago Sons'' is an American sitcom television series created by Ed Decter and John J. Strauss, that aired on NBC from January 8 until July 2, 1997. Premise Three brothers move into an apartment overlooking Wrigley Field. Cast * Jason Bateman as Harry Kulchak * D.W. Moffett as Mike Kulchak *David Krumholtz as Billy Kulchak *Paula Marshall Paula Marshall (born June 12, 1964) is an American actress. Career In 1990, Marshall had a guest role as Iris West, the love interest of Flash (Barry Allen) in the pilot episode on the short-lived ''Flash''. In 1991, she guest-starred on ''Super ... as Lindsay Sutton Episodes References External links * * *{{epguides, ChicagoSons 1997 American television series debuts 1997 American television series endings 1990s American sitcoms English-language television shows NBC original programming Television shows set in Chicago Television series by Warner Bros. Television Studios Television series about brothers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Dana Carvey Show
''The Dana Carvey Show'' is an American surreal sketch comedy television show that aired on ABC during the spring of 1996. Dana Carvey was the host and principal player on the show while Louis C.K. served as head writer. The show's cast consists heavily of ''Saturday Night Live'' and Second City alumni including Carvey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Bill Chott, Elon Gold, Chris McKinney, Heather Morgan, Peggy Shay, Robert Smigel, and James Stephens III. The writing team also included Louis C.K, Charlie Kaufman, Jon Glaser, Dino Stamatopoulos, Spike Feresten, and Robert Carlock. In addition, Carvey and Smigel's former ''Saturday Night Live'' colleague Greg Daniels contributed material for the premiere episode. ''The Dana Carvey Show'' aired only seven of its planned ten episodes. While the program was short lived and featured controversial material, it has since been considered ahead of its time. The show is also recognized for providing early exposure to Steve Carell and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
