In the upcoming fourth season of 'The Morning Show', the popular TV series streaming on Apple TV+, deepfakes, AI, and trust in news outlets will be central themes. Showrunner Charlotte Stoudt revealed that the season will delve into the struggle to discern truth in a world of misinformation and the impact of technology on reality. The inclusion of deepfakes and AI in the plot reflects the increasing relevance of these technologies in society [87a35add].
The previous season of 'The Morning Show' ended with UBA anchors Alex Levy and Bradley Jackson teaming up to thwart a tech billionaire's devious move. Now, in Season 4, the characters will face even higher stakes as they navigate a world where trust is scarce and deepfakes and AI infiltrate the news [87a35add] [fb8d8c1c].
In addition to the focus on deepfakes and AI, the new season will also see an expansion of the cast. Marion Cotillard, an Oscar winner, has been added to the cast for Season 4. Cotillard will play the role of Celine Dumont, a savvy operator from a storied European family. This cast expansion brings a fresh dynamic to the show and adds to the anticipation for the upcoming season [fb8d8c1c].
The release date for Season 4 of 'The Morning Show' has not been announced yet, but it is expected to premiere sometime in 2025 [fb8d8c1c].
Meanwhile, on Apple TV+, the sci-fi series 'Sunny' is set to premiere on July 10th. The first two episodes will be released on that day, followed by weekly releases of the remaining eight episodes. 'Sunny' is based on Colin O'Sullivan's novel 'The Dark Manual' and features a talented cast including Rashida Jones, Hidetoshi Nishijima, and Joanna Sotomura. The plot revolves around Suzie Sakamoto, whose life is shattered by the disappearance of her husband and son in a plane crash. She forms an unexpected bond with Sunny, a bobble-headed robot developed by her husband's company, as they uncover dark secrets and face dangers together. Early reviews have praised the engaging storyline and Rashida Jones's performance. Apple TV+ operates on a single $9.99/month tier and offers ad-free viewing and 4K resolution [dc457eff].
In a review by The Independent, Rashida Jones stars in the AI thriller series 'Sunny', which explores the question of whether we can truly know another person. The story follows Suzie, whose husband Masa goes missing in a plane crash. She is given a homebot named Sunny, who seems to know a lot about her husband, revealing gaps in Suzie's knowledge of him. The series blends genres, transitioning from odd-couple comedy to dystopian sci-fi and gangster thriller. Showrunner Katie Robbins handles the different styles deftly, and the episodes have snappy run times. The series delves into human emotions like grief and loneliness, raising the question of whether we can truly know another person [76236499].
In an interview, Rashida Jones and Hidetoshi Nishijima discuss their roles in 'Sunny'. Jones explains the challenges of being the driving force in a mystery and the complicated relationship between her character, Suzie, and the robot, Sunny. Nishijima shares why 'Sunny' drew him to his first English-speaking role and discusses the blend of Japanese culture and modern society in the show [ce0df825].