Nothing Will Replace the Original - The Rap Sheet

Think of something new.

Today, Panzer made a stop at The Rap Sheet site. There he found a post about the 1970s TV series The Rockford Files.

 

According to J. Kingston Pierce's post, there's a plan to move the PI series from the 1970s to today. The post includes links to other information about The Rockford Files.

 

Panzer says, "Have you ever watched the series on the classic TV channels? The new plot and actor are totally different."

 

Note:This is a medium length post. Bring a cup of tea and three chocolate chip cookies (biscuits) to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to The Rockford Files

Bullet Points: Channel Surfing Edition - The Rap Sheet

Don't touch that pizza until I get mine.

With some digging at The Rap Sheet site Panzer found this post about past and upcoming small screen mysteries.

 

J. Kingston Pierce includes links to information about all the shows he discusses in the post.

 

Panzer says, "You might want to order some pizza if you're going to binge watch the first one he discusses."

 

Note: You decide what you want to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to Bullet Points 

Popular Romantasy Book Series By New York Times Best-Selling Author Getting TV Adaption From Outlander Studio - ScreenRant

My work is finished for today.

As Panzer was traveling around the Catosphere the Panzermobile was suddenly shaken by clapping and cheering outside. Following all the ruckus took him to the ScreenRant site. There he discovered a post about a romantasy novel series was causing all the noise.

 

According to the post by Matthew Biggin, the novels in the Blood and Ash series will be developed into a TV series.

 

Panzer says, "I wonder when it will be on TV."

 

Note: Because of the illustrations, this is a long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to Blood and Ash

To the Vicar Go the Spoils - The Rap Sheet

This stuff really bothers my allergies.

Panzer made a quick trip to The Rap Sheet site today.

 

There our speedy little kitty boy found J. Kingston Pierce's post about the next TV season for the British mystery series Grantchester. According to the post, the TV series will return for another season.

 

Panzer says, "I haven't see the series yet. It's on TV right in the middle of my evening nap."

 

Note: The post is short. You won't need to bring any snacking treats for your reading.

 

To read the post tootle over to The Rap Sheet

Lippman and the Lieutenant - The Rap Sheet

I watch that series in re-runs on TV.

Panzer found a fun quiz game at The Rap Sheet site.

If you're a fan of the Columbo TV series, J. Kingston Pierce has put together a twenty-one question quiz for you. There's a link to the answers included in the post.

 

 Panzer says, "Nobody would look at the answers before the quiz, right?"

 

Note: This is a short medium length post. Bring a cup of tea to drink while you answer the questions.

 

To read the post tootle over to Columbo

Screen Scene - The Rap Sheet

Of course, nothing beats the couch for nap time.

Today, Panzer made a quick trip to The Rap Sheet site. There with just a little digging in the posts our illustrious kitty boy found one about the crime scene world on TV.

J. Kingston Pierce's post gives updates on what's happening in the crime and mystery television series world. Included in the post are links to news about each of the series he mentions.

 

 Panzer says, "This little kitty loves the TV. It's so nice and warm on top when it's on."

 

Note: This is a short medium post. Bring a cup of tea for today's reading.

 

to read the post tootle over to The Rap Sheet

Murder, He Wrote - The Rap Sheet

Today, Panzer* made a trip to The Rap Sheet site. There he discovered a post about Peter S. Fischer and the TV series Murder, She Wrote.

 

According to J. Kingston Pierce's post, Peter S. Fischer was the co-creator of Murder, She Wrote. The post describes the other TV series he wrote scripts for and his later career as an author. He died on October 30 in California.

 

 Panzer says, "This little kitty didn't know any of the things in the post about him."

 To read the post tootle over to Murder He Wrote

 

 *For some reason Blogspot/blogger is blocking my images, so no photo of your favorite kitty today. : (

Smatterings of Intelligence -The Rap Sheet

Today, Panzer decided to make a stop at The Rap Sheet site. There our inquisitive kitty boy found a post filled with interesting information.

 

There's a reason for pennames.

J. Kingston Pierce's post includes information on speculation about the identity of an author who uses a penname, information about online interviews with a translator and an author, and information about TV series one old and one new. Links are included to more information about each of these.

Panzer says, "But ... The most important information he includes in the post is about a classic Sherlock Holmes short (short) movie that's even more classic than the ones this little kitty has included here. There's even a link to watch it!"

Note: This is a short-medium length post. Bring a glass of lemonade to drink while you read.

To read the post tootle over to Smatterings of Intelligence

Bullet Points: Broadcast Beat Edition -The Rap Sheet

It's too hot for this little kitty.

Today, Panzer made a quick trip to The Rap Sheet site. There he found a post about crime/mystery TV series.

J. Kingston Pierce's post discusses four TV series, three starting in September. They are mystery, crime and/or detective series. The post includes links to various other posts with information about the series.

Panzer says, "This little kitty will definitely be watching these."

Note: This is a medium length post. Bring a bowl of ice cream for your snack while you read.

To go to the post tootle over to Bullet Points

Hammer's Silver Screen Return? - The Rap Sheet

I'd like to see the movies.

Panzer was just tootling around in the Catosphere when he decided to make a stop at The Rap Sheet site. There he discovered a post about Mickey Spillane's PI character Mike Hammer.

 

According to the post by J. Kingston Pierce, Mike Hammer is returning to the movie screen. In the past in addition to the short stories and novels the Mike Hammer character appeared in television series and movies. The post includes links to other information about the character.

 

Panzer says, "I didn't know Mickey Spillane played Mike Hammer in one of the movies."

 

Note: This is a medium length post. Bring a glass of lemonade to drink while you read today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Mike Hammer

Coming First to British Screens - The Rap Sheet

A good mystery news site.

A quick trip to The Rap Sheet today got Panzer some interesting information about the return of two mystery television series.

According to J. Kingston Pierce's post, Vienna Blood and Beyond Paradise will return on British TV before they make it to U.S. TV. The post contains links to more information.

Panzer says, "This little kitty really likes the Beyond Paradise episodes."

Note:This is a medium length post. Bring a glass of iced tea to enjoy while you're reading.

To read the post tootle over to TV Series

A Few Tidbits to Share - The Rap Sheet

 

Hmm ... Four days of fun.

Panzer found a roundup of mystery news at The Rap Sheet site.

 

 J. Kingston Pierce's post includes information on new books, TV series, movies, and a writing contest short list.

Panzer says, "All the mystery news you need for the weekend."

 

Note: This is a short-medium length post. Bring a cup of tea for your reading.

 

To read the post tootle over to The Rap Sheet

Media Murder for Monday - In Reference to Murder

When Panzer was heading home he decided to make a stop at the In Reference to Murder site. There with just a little digging in the posts he found one about murder and mystery in the media.

 

So much to do.

The post has information about TV series, movies, streaming services, theater, and podcasts. Included are plot descriptions, actors, authors, hosts, presenters, and directors.

Panzer says, "This little kitty will be watching and listening to these."

Note:This is a long list. Bring a cup of tea, a muffin and a chocolate chip cookie (biscuit) for today's reading.

 

To read the post tootle over to Media Murder

 

 

Bullet Points: Father's Day Edition - The Rap Sheet

All interesting news here.

While tootling around in the Catosphere, Panzer made a quick stop at The Rap Sheet site. There with a little digging in the posts he found one with a lot of mystery news.

 

J. Kingston Pierce's post contains information about mystery TV series, books, contests, and authors.

Panzer says, "If you want to get caught up on all the mystery news, you need to read this post."

 

Note: This is a long-medium length post. Bring a cup of tea and muffin for your snack while you read the selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Bullet Points

Media Murder for Monday - In Reference to Murder

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer to the In Reference to Murder site. There our inquisitive kitty boy found a post about murder mysteries.

Definitely interesting.

BV Lawson's post has the latest news about mystery movies, television and streaming series and podcasts. Each entry includes a description, the author, actors, and narrators. 

Panzer says, "This little kitty never heard about some of the podcasts."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a cup of tea, a muffin and two chocolate chip cookies for today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Media Murder

Bullet Points: Busy Thursday Edition - The Rap Sheet

Panzer made a quick stop at The Rap Sheet site. There with a little digging in the posts our inquisitive kitty boy found one with a collection of mystery information.

 

A lot of useful information here.

J. Kingston Pierce's post contains TV show trailers, movie and TV series descriptions, conference information, and book descriptions. There are also links to get more information on each entry.

 

Panzer says, "The post will answer several of your mystery questions."

 

Note: This is a very, very long post. Bring a big cup of tea, a muffin and a large chocolate chip cookie.

 

To read the post tootle over to Bullet Points

'Harry Potter' Series A Go With J.K. Rowling Executive Producing, Set For 10-Year Run On Max - Deadline

As Panzer was tootling around in the Catosphere the Panzermobile was suddenly buffeted by clapping and cheering outside. Following all the hullabaloo took our brave kitty boy to the Deadline site. There he discovered an announcement about a Harry Potter series.

 

I can't wait.

According to the post by Anthony D'Alessandro, the series will run for 10 years. Each year of the series will be based on one Harry Potter book. This will give an opportunity to learn more about the characters in each book as they travel through the series.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty loves Harry Potter books and J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World."

 

Note: This is a short medium post. Bring a cup of tea and a chocolate chip cookie for today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Harry Potter series

MAGPIE MURDERS: Air Date and Trailer! - Mystery Fanfare

Today Panzer made a quick trip to the Mystery Fanfare site. There with a little digging in the posts our illustrious kitty boy found one about the novel Magpie Murders.

 

Here birdie birdie. Where are you?

According to Janet Rudolph's post, Anthony Horowitz's novel Magpie Murders is scheduled for Sundays October 16 - November 20 on Masterpiece. The post includes a Program Description and a link to a show trailer.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty likes magpies."

 

To read the post and watch the trailer tootle over to Magpie Murders:

Amazon buys MGM, setting up Prime Videos for James Bond, Rocky to move in - CNet

As Panzer was taking his after lunch nap his kitty bed was violently shaken and he was thrown to the floor. Not willing to accept such treatment, our angry kitty boy hopped in the Panzermobile and headed into the Catosphere. Following all the raucous noise took him to the C/Net site. There he discovered Amazon was the cause of his problem.

 

You woke me for this? Really?

According to a post at C/Net by Joan E. Solsman, Amazon bought MGM this week. The negotiations had been rumored for weeks, but the announcement was made that Amazon is indeed buying MGM for $8.45 Billion. The post does point out that Amazon won't be immediately streaming MGM movies and tv series on Amazon Prime Video. MGM doesn't own the rights or have control over many of the movies and tv series in its library. The post includes several links to other sites for more information on streaming services.

 
Panzer says, "The post brings up a lot of questions and not many answers. This little kitty wants to know 'What did Amazon really buy?'"

 

Note: This is a long post. There are so many links in this post you will need to bring two thermos of tea and twenty-four muffins for today's combined reading selections.

 

To read the post tootle over to Amazon buys MGM

Star Trek Continues

 Panzer was tootling around in the Catosphere when he found an interesting site.

 

It's a site dedicated to the Star Trek TV series called Star Trek Continues. (No surprise in the name.) Some fans of the show (and movies) put together new episodes and posted them on the site. There are also humorous outtakes from when they were making the episodes and interviews with the actors.

A fun binge watch.

Panzer says, "At the Star Trek Continues online site click the Enter Site button."

 

To watch the videos tootle over to Star Trek Continues - Online

 To watch the videos on YouTube tootle over to  Star Trek Continues - YouTube