Nick Venable

Nick Venable

Assistant Managing Editor

The Background: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.

What He's Into: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)

What He's Excited About: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.

Latest articles by Nick Venable

Chucky sneering while standing in the dark in Chucky Season 1

The 10 Best Horror TV Shows Streaming On Peacock

By Nick Venable published

Peacock is well-known for its comedy offerings, but the service definitely has a quality selection of horror TV shows that fans can stream now.

Streaming News
George Cooper looking at Georgie while standing outside in front of their home on Young Sheldon

Did Young Sheldon's George Cooper Actually Ever Cheat On Mary? The Showrunner's Explanation Points To Big Bang Theory’s Darkest Detail

By Nick Venable published

Young Sheldon gave an alternate explanation to The Big Bang Theory's for George Cooper cheating on Mary, but is it the full story?

Television
Michael Keaton returns in the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice trailer.

The Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Trailer Is Everything I Hoped For, With Sandworms And Tiny Heads And More (Oh My)

By Nick Venable published

Definitely not enough ghostests with the mostests in the world today.

Trailers
Tony and Ziva standing outside talking to a victim on NCIS

Will NCIS' Tony And Ziva Return To TV Before Streaming Spinoff? The Showrunner Has Thoughts

By Nick Venable published

Ahead of Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo's Tony and Ziva spinoff, NCIS' showrunner addresses whether they could return elsewhere first.

Television

I'm An Abbott Elementary Fan, But Am Really Starting To Abhor Janine And Gregory's Whole Awkward Vibe

By Nick Venable published

Either date or get off the pot.

Television
Jason Momoa on SNL

Jason Momoa Went Instagram Official With His New Girlfriend, But They Knew Each Other Well Before His Divorce

By Nick Venable published

Jason Momoa has made his newest relationship IG official less than six months after settling divorce with Lisa Bonet.

Movies
Charlie Hunnam on Sons of Anarchy

Now That Kurt Sutter’s Netflix Show The Abandons Is Finally Filming, It’s Time To Address That Possible Sons Of Anarchy Connection

By Nick Venable published

Sons of Anarchy's Kurt Sutter is now filming his new Netflix show, so let's talk about the possible connection between the projects.

Streaming News
Joyce and Hopper hugging inside the pit in Russia on Stranger Things Season 4

The 12 Best Horror TV Shows To Stream On Netflix

By Nick Venable published

We've rounded up all the best horror shows to stream on Netflix right now.

Streaming News
Side by side of Big Bang Theory's Leonard angrily yelling while wearing his red Lenny sweater, Jim Parson's Sheldon in green and black robe in Young Sheldon's series finale

Young Sheldon's Final Episode May Have Hinted At The Death Of Big Bang Theory's Leonard, And I'm Kinda Convinced Now

By Nick Venable published

Young Sheldon's finale gave fans a welcomed Big Bang Theory reunion, but possibly also hinted at a less positive fate for Johnny Galecki's Leonard.

Television
The wolfman transforming inside operating viewing room in The Wolfman

Blumhouse's Wolf Man Producer Uses MCU And DC Movies To Explain Where Horror Remake Fits In Universal's Dark Universe

By Nick Venable published

With Blumhouse's new Wolf Man movie on the way, the director addressed its Dark Universe placement with MCU and DC comparisons.

Movies
Halle Berry's mother character inside a greenhouse talking to her sons in Never Let Go

Halle Berry's New Horror Movie Never Let Go Reveals Freaky Creatures And Grody Ghosts In First Trailer, And Possibly Teases An M. Night Shyamalan-esque Twist

By Nick Venable published

A lot of freaky ish happening in this trailer.

Trailers
Side-by-side of Nikki Glaser smiling while telling jokes on stage during the Roast of Tom Brady, Tom Brady smiling during Drew Bledsoe joke

Nikki Glaser Shares Thoughts On Tom Brady's Upset Reaction To Roast Joke And Why She Thinks He Was So Shocked By The Experience

By Nick Venable published

Roast expert Nikki Glaser shared thoughts on awkward Tom Brady moment and why she thinks he was so shocked beyond his expectations.

Streaming News
Tom Selleck's Frank Reagan in PC uniform in front of a punching bag in a gym on Blue Bloods

The Cool Way Blue Bloods Accommodates Tom Selleck's Love For His Ranch While Filming

By Nick Venable published

Tom Selleck revealed the way his Blue Blood bosses work with him to appease his love of being home on his ranch.

Television
Adam Sandler wearing backwards cap in Happy Gilmore

After Rewatching Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore, I Have Only One Major Concern About The Netflix Sequel

By Nick Venable published

Happy Gilmore 2 was confirmed, and while that's great news, one concern remains about how Netflix's sequel will handle certain elements.

Streaming News
A screenshot of Kevin Costner as John Dutton sitting at the dining room table in Yellowstone.

'I Have Been Taking A Beating From Those F---ing Guys': Kevin Costner Was Asked About Yellowstone Drama, And It Sounds Like He Disagrees With The Narrative

By Nick Venable published

Kevin Costner has started addressing the Yellowstone kerfuffle more, and he doesn't sound so aligned with the way things have been reported.

Television
Stingray looking concerned wearing red headband in Cobra Kai Season 5

After Fantastic Four Casting, Paul Walter Hauser Is Doubling Down On Becoming A Badass Pro Wrestler With WWE Vets And More

By Nick Venable published

Paul Walter Hauser is going harder on the pro wrestling side of his career following the news that he's part of the Fantastic Four cast.

Wrestling
Richard Gadd's Donny in orange and green suit, standing on stage for stand-up comedy routine in Baby Reindeer

A Netflix Streaming Bundle With Apple TV+ And More Is Coming, But I'm Not All-In On Celebrating Just Yet

By Nick Venable published

A major Netflix streaming bundle was just announced, but is it too soon to start getting excited?

Streaming News
Agatha smiling at wanda in basement on wandavision

Okay, Marvel Got Me Chuckling With Latest Title Change For WandaVision's Agatha Spinoff, But What's Actually Happening Here?

By Nick Venable published

Marvel Studios unveiled and then deleted a bonkers new title for WandaVision's Agatha Harkness spinoff, but what's actually happening here?

Marvel Cinematic Universe
Stephen Merchant's Gregory Dillard smiling awkwardly on The Outlaws

The Office UK's Co-Creator Stephen Merchant Shares Reaction To Peacock Spinoff, But I Hope One Of His Predictions Is 100% Wrong

By Nick Venable published

Now that The Office spinoff has been confirmed, UK co-creator Stephen Merchant

Streaming News
Fox logo banner

Amidst All The Recent TV Cancellations, Fox Just Renewed Two Fan-Favorite Shows

By Nick Venable published

Amidst all the recent TV cancellations, two fan-favorite shows just got big renewal news at Fox.

Television
Jenna Ortega's Cairo wearing fancy dress with shoulder straps in Miller's Girl

Fans Can't Stop Watching Jenna Ortega's New Movie On Netflix, But Also Can't Stop Complaining About It

By Nick Venable published

Can't. Stop. Hate-watching.

Streaming News
John Dutton and American flag in Yellowstone

Yellowstone Fans Finally Have Evidence That Final Episodes Will Be Filmed Soon, And It Possibly Ties Into John Dutton Situation

By Nick Venable published

Evidence of Yellowstone heading back to production for its final episodes has finally surfaced, and it might be good news for Kevin Costner fans.

Television
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in The Last of Us Season 1

New The Last Of Us BTS Photos Have Me Hyped About Two Memorable Video Game Locations Showing Up In Season 2

By Nick Venable published

The Last of Us Season 2 appears to be taking TV viewers to some memorable locations from the video games, as revealed in new set photos.

Television
Tom Brady smiling in the Roast of Tom Brady

Netflix's Roast Of Tom Brady's Most Hilarious And Harsh Highlights, Including Gisele Divorce Jokes, Will Ferrell's Ron Burgundy And More

By Nick Venable published

Netflix's The Roast of Tom Brady delivered some incredibly harsh and cringe-worthy jokes, and we've rounded up some of the best.

Streaming News
Chance Perdomo's Andre wearing a hoodie and smiling in Gen V

Gen V Producers Share Season 2 Update Regarding Chance Perdomo's Andre, And It Makes Sense After Seeing The Boys Season 4 Trailer

By Nick Venable published

Following The Boys' Season 4 trailer debut, Gen V producers shared a Season 2 update regarding Chance Perdomo's death, and how he will be honored.

Superheroes
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