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  • Ryan Reynolds’ ‘horrifically mean’ treatment of Deadpool costar TJ Miller exposed in resurfaced viral interview amid ugly Justin Baldoni lawsuits


    More claims about Ryan Reynolds resurfaced on social media in recent days, as the star is caught up in an ugly lawsuit between his wife Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

    Comedian TJ Miller, 43, claimed Reynolds, 48, was ‘horrifically mean’ to him on set and ‘insecure’ in a 2022 The Adam Corolla Show podcast interview that has now gone viral again. 

    The comments have remerged in the wake of ugly dueling lawsuits filed between Reynolds’s wife Blake Lively, 37, and her It Ends With Us director and costar Justin Baldoni.

    Lively had filed a complaint and a subsequent lawsuit against Baldoni, 41, and his production company in which she accused him of sexually harassing her and creating a hostile work environment.

    Baldoni, who has denied her allegations, subsequently filed a $400million lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds and her publicist Leslie Soane, in which he claimed the trio attempted to defame him in the aftermath of the release of their hit film.    

    Miller played Deadpool’s close friend Weasel who runs a bar for mercenaries in Ryan’s hit film franchise. 

    More claims about Ryan Reynolds, as the star is caught up in an ugly lawsuit between his wife Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, resurfaced on social media in recent days; Reynolds seen January 7 in NYC

    More claims about Ryan Reynolds, as the star is caught up in an ugly lawsuit between his wife Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, resurfaced on social media in recent days; Reynolds seen January 7 in NYC

    Comedian TJ Miller, 43, claimed Reynolds, 48, was 'horrifically mean' to him on set and 'insecure' in a 2022 podcast interview that has now gone viral again; Miller and Reynolds pictured in Deadpool (2016)

    Comedian TJ Miller, 43, claimed Reynolds, 48, was ‘horrifically mean’ to him on set and ‘insecure’ in a 2022 podcast interview that has now gone viral again; Miller and Reynolds pictured in Deadpool (2016)

    Fans have been catching up on the drama again in the wake of ugly dueling lawsuits filed between Reynolds' wife Blake Lively, 37, and her It Ends With Us director and costar Justin Baldoni; Baldoni and Lively seen on set in January 2024

    Fans have been catching up on the drama again in the wake of ugly dueling lawsuits filed between Reynolds’ wife Blake Lively, 37, and her It Ends With Us director and costar Justin Baldoni; Baldoni and Lively seen on set in January 2024

    In his Adam Corolla Show interview, Miller claimed that he felt tension between himself and Reynolds on set.

    ‘As the character, he was, like, horrifically mean to me,’ Miller claimed, before sharing an alleged incident from the filming of the second film. ‘But to me. As if I’m Weasel.’ 

    The Big Hero 6 star continued, ‘He was like, “You know what’s great about you, Weasel? You’re not the star, but you do just enough exposition that it’s funny and then we can leave and get back to the real movie.”‘

    Miller said he ‘kind of listened and thought it was weird’ before walking away after the director called cut. 

    The Yogi Bear actor alluded to Reynolds possibly being ‘insecure’ for some reason, though he didn’t seem exactly sure why. 

    ‘That’s exactly why he said that,’ Miller claimed. ‘Because I’m not funnier than he is at all, right? And I haven’t been in more movies than him.’ 

    ‘He’s such a good comedian that, when you cover his face, he’s so quick, he’s so funny. I love him as a comedian, but I think after he got super, super famous from the first Deadpool, then things kinda changed. I think he was like, ‘”See? You guys see?”‘

    DailyMail.com has reached out to Reynolds for comment. 

    Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, 41, in which she accused him of sexually harassing her and creating a hostile work environment. He in turn sued her, Reynolds and her publicist for defamation, requesting $400 million in damages; Lively and Reynolds in 2014 in NYC

    Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, 41, in which she accused him of sexually harassing her and creating a hostile work environment. He in turn sued her, Reynolds and her publicist for defamation, requesting $400 million in damages; Lively and Reynolds in 2014 in NYC

    In his Adam Corolla Show interview, Miller claimed that he felt tension between himself and Reynolds on set; seen in 2016 in NYC

    In his Adam Corolla Show interview, Miller claimed that he felt tension between himself and Reynolds on set; seen in 2016 in NYC 

    'As the character, he was, like, horrifically mean to me,' Miller claimed, before sharing an alleged incident from the filming of the second film. 'But to me . As if I'm Weasel.''; L–R: Miller, Reynolds and Skrein in 2016

    ‘As the character, he was, like, horrifically mean to me,’ Miller claimed, before sharing an alleged incident from the filming of the second film. ‘But to me . As if I’m Weasel.”; L–R: Miller, Reynolds and Skrein in 2016

    'Would I work with him again? No. I would not work with him again,' Miller said; seen in 2016 in Santa Monica, Calif.

    ‘Would I work with him again? No. I would not work with him again,’ Miller said; seen in 2016 in Santa Monica, Calif. 

    Despite the alleged strangeness between the two stars, Miller was quick to say that he held no ill will when it came to Reynolds. 

    ‘Would I work with him again? No. I would not work with him again,’ he said. ‘I sorta wish him well, because he’s so good at Deadpool, and I think it’s weird that he hates me.’ 

    He continued, ‘I don’t wish them any ill will. I think [Ryan] should make a Deadpool 3 and continue to make movies. I just think he doesn’t like me, and I thought it was weird how he expressed that.’ 

    At the time of Miller’s 2022 interview, Reynolds confirmed that he would be returning for a third Deadpool film, which eventually became the duo movie Deadpool & Wolverine, which arrived in theaters in July of 2024. 

    Miller had already filmed his scenes for Deadpool 2 when he was accused of sexual assault in 2017. In 2018 when the movie was released, the actor was arrested for allegedly making a fake bomb threat on a train, the case was eventually dismissed. 

    He was also accused of bullying his co-star from the TV show Silicon Valley, Alice Wetterlund on set, which he denied. He was not asked to return as Weasel in Reynolds’ third movie Deadpool & Wolverine.

    Despite the apparent bad blood between Miller and Reynolds, just days after the 2022 interview, Miller claimed on the Jim Norton & Sam Roberts Show that the two had patched up their differences. 

    ‘It was really cool, he emailed me the next day,’ Miller said. ‘It was a misunderstanding, so I emailed him back and now it’s, like, fine.’ 

    He also claimed that his initial complaints were misconstrued, and it was just a story from on set that he found ‘weird.’ 

    Miller played Deadpool's close friend Weasel who runs a bar for mercenaries in the films; still from Deadpool (2016)

    Miller played Deadpool’s close friend Weasel who runs a bar for mercenaries in the films; still from Deadpool (2016)

    Despite the apparent bad blood, just days after the interview, Miller claimed on the Jim Norton & Sam Roberts Show that the two had patched up their differences; still from Deadpool (2016)

    Despite the apparent bad blood, just days after the interview, Miller claimed on the Jim Norton & Sam Roberts Show that the two had patched up their differences; still from Deadpool (2016)

    After Deadpool & Wolverine had been released to staggering success at the box office, Miller changed his tune and expressed interest in returning for a fourth film in the series. 

    ‘We talked a little while ago,’ he said of Reynolds while appearing on SiriusXM’s The Bonfire. ‘I think him asking me, I think he’s just been such a good friend right now that I think it would be really, I think that would be awesome.’ 

    Miller has had a troubled life away from his career. An anonymous woman who had previously attended George Washington Univeristy with Miller told The Daily Beast in 2001 that Miller had become violent with her during a sexual encounter they had in college. 

    She accused him of choking and shaking her and even punching her in the mouth during the alleged incident, which other people interviewed corroborated. 

    Reporting from The Daily Beast revealed that the university had been alerted to the woman’s claims in 2001, and he was allegedly expelled as the result of disciplinary hearings.

    In 2019 Miller claimed that the woman was jealous because she thought his wife Kate Miller, whom he married in 2015, had ‘stole[n] her life.’

    Miller’s career took another negative turn in April of 2018, when he was arrested at LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York City. 

    Miller (seen with his wife Kate in 2019 in NYC) was accused in 2017 of having been expelled in 2001 after allegedly sexually assaulting and punching a woman during sex. He was arrested in 2018 for making a fake bomb threat on an Amtraik train

    Miller (seen with his wife Kate in 2019 in NYC) was accused in 2017 of having been expelled in 2001 after allegedly sexually assaulting and punching a woman during sex. He was arrested in 2018 for making a fake bomb threat on an Amtraik train

    Federal charges related to a fake bomb threat were filed against him, and a Department of Justice press release accused him of making an emergency call on an Amtrak train in which he claimed that a woman onboard had a bomb in her bag. 

    The train was subsequently stopped and evacuated, and no explosive materials were found, but witnesses told investigators that Miller appeared to be heavily intoxicated and had previously had an altercation with a woman in the train’s first-class car before he was kicked off due to his alleged intoxication. 

    Miller was released on a $100,000 bond after appearing in federal court in Connecticut, and charges were dropped in 2021 after prosectors said that a brain surgery that he had in 2010 that may have had lasting neurological effects that could have influenced his behavior. 

    As part of the agreement to dismiss the charges, Miller agreed to repay law enforcement for costs related to investigation his false 911 call, and he agreed to undergo a program of ‘cognitive remediation’ to ensure that no similar incidents would occur.

    Last week, Justin Baldoni escalated his legal war of words with Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively when he filed a $400 million against the two and her publicist, accusing them conspiring to trash his reputation with sexual harassment allegations that Lively previously made.

    In court papers obtained by DailyMail.com, Baldoni accused Lively of hijacking the filming of their romantic drama It Ends With Us — which he directed.

    He also accused her and her Deadpool star husband of ruining his experience of the film’s premiere by forcing him and his family to wait in a basement holding area surrounded by overstocked concession stand offerings and security guards to ensure that she wouldn’t see him in the theater.

    In response to Baldoni’s new lawsuit, Lively’s attorneys issued a fiery statement to DailyMail.com, declaring: ‘This latest lawsuit from Justin Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios, and its associates is another chapter in the abuser playbook.’

    Last week, Justin Baldoni escalated his legal war of words with Lively and Reynolds when he filed a $400 million against the two and her publicist, accusing them conspiring to trash his reputation with sexual harassment allegations that Lively previously made; seen in December 2023 in NYC

    Last week, Justin Baldoni escalated his legal war of words with Lively and Reynolds when he filed a $400 million against the two and her publicist, accusing them conspiring to trash his reputation with sexual harassment allegations that Lively previously made; seen in December 2023 in NYC

    Lively had filed a complaint and a subsequent lawsuit against Baldoni, 41, and his production company in which she accused him of sexually harassing her and creating a hostile work environment; seen in August in NYC

    Lively had filed a complaint and a subsequent lawsuit against Baldoni, 41, and his production company in which she accused him of sexually harassing her and creating a hostile work environment; seen in August in NYC

    They added: ‘This is an age-old story: A woman speaks up with concrete evidence of sexual harassment and retaliation and the abuser attempts to turn the tables on the victim. This is what experts call DARVO. Deny. Attack. Reverse Victim Offender.’

    The statement claimed Baldoni’s production company Wayfarer Studios ‘opted to use the resources of its billionaire co-founder to issue media statements, launch meritless lawsuits, and threaten litigation to overwhelm the public’s ability to understand that what they are doing is retaliation against sexual harassment allegations.’ 

    Lively’s attorneys added: ‘They are trying to shift the narrative to Ms. Lively by falsely claiming that she seized creative control and alienated the cast from Mr. Baldoni. The evidence will show that the cast and others had their own negative experiences with Mr. Baldoni and Wayfarer. 

    ‘The evidence will also show that Sony asked Ms. Lively to oversee Sony’s cut of the film, which they then selected for distribution and was a resounding success.’

    They continued: ‘Their response to sexual harassment allegations: she wanted it, it’s her fault. Their justification for why this happened to her: look what she was wearing.’

    The statement concluded: ‘In short, while the victim focuses on the abuse, the abuser focuses on the victim. The strategy of attacking the woman is desperate, it does not refute the evidence in Ms. Lively’s complaint, and it will fail.’



    In a shocking turn of events, a resurfaced viral interview has exposed Ryan Reynolds’ “horrifically mean” treatment of his Deadpool costar TJ Miller. The interview, which was conducted years ago but has recently gained traction online, reveals the ugly truth behind the on-set dynamics between the two actors.

    According to the interview, Reynolds was allegedly verbally abusive towards Miller, belittling him and making derogatory comments about his acting abilities. The revelations have sparked outrage among fans, who have condemned Reynolds for his behavior towards his costar.

    This news comes amid a series of lawsuits filed against Reynolds by actor Justin Baldoni, who has accused the Deadpool star of mistreatment and discrimination on the set of their upcoming film. The lawsuits paint a disturbing picture of Reynolds as a tyrannical and abusive figure behind the scenes.

    As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Reynolds will respond to these damning allegations. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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  • Ryan Reynolds faces renewed scrutiny over alleged behavior as Blake Lively battles legal drama with Justin Baldoni


    Ryan Reynolds faces renewed scrutiny over alleged behavior as Blake Lively battles legal drama with Justin Baldoni

    Ryan Reynolds, celebrated for his portrayal of the anti hero Deadpool, finds himself in the public eye once again after past claims by his Deadpool co-star TJ Miller were brought back into the spotlight. The resurfaced allegations come amid an escalating legal battle involving Reynolds’ wife, Blake Lively, and filmmaker Justin Baldoni.
    In 2022, during an episode of The Adam Carolla Show, TJ Miller accused Reynolds of being “horrifically mean” to him on the set of Deadpool. Recalling an incident, Miller claimed Reynolds, while in character, told him, “You know what’s great about you, Weasel? You’re not the star, but you do just enough exposition that it’s funny, and then we can leave and get back to the real movie.” While Miller described the interaction as “weird,” he maintained there was no lingering animosity but admitted he would not work with Reynolds again. Later, Miller revealed Reynolds had reached out via email to clarify the misunderstanding, insisting their relationship was amicable.
    These comments have resurfaced amid a separate controversy involving Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, the director of It Ends With Us. Blake Lively has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and fostering a “hostile work environment” during the film’s production. Baldoni, however, has denied the allegations and countered with a $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively, Reynolds, and her publicist, Leslie Soane.
    Baldoni’s lawsuit claims Blake Lively took over the creative process and alleges she forced him and his family to stay in a basement holding area during the film’s premiere. In contrast, Lively’s legal team dismissed Baldoni’s lawsuit as a classic example of DARVO (Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender), stating, Reportedly the evidence will show that Sony asked Ms. Blake Lively to oversee Sony’s cut of the film, which they then selected for distribution, and it was a magnificent success.

    PR Stunt? Ryan Reynolds Surprises Crowd At Hugh Jackman’s Live Show Amid Blake Lively’s Lawsuit





    Ryan Reynolds, known for his charming and witty persona, is facing renewed scrutiny over alleged behavior as his wife, Blake Lively, battles legal drama with actor Justin Baldoni.

    The allegations against Reynolds come at a time when Hollywood is reckoning with issues of toxic masculinity and inappropriate behavior. While details of the allegations are still emerging, they have cast a shadow over the actor’s public image.

    Meanwhile, Lively is embroiled in a legal battle with Baldoni over a contract dispute, adding further stress to the couple’s already tumultuous situation.

    As fans and industry insiders alike watch the drama unfold, many are wondering how Reynolds and Lively will navigate these challenges and whether their relationship will withstand the pressure.

    Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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  • Creepy Carrots! – Hardcover By Reynolds, Aaron – GOOD



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    Looking for a spooky and fun read for your little ones? Look no further than “Creepy Carrots!” by Aaron Reynolds. This hardcover book is a delightful and slightly eerie tale about a rabbit who becomes convinced that the carrots in his garden are following him. With its clever storyline and engaging illustrations by Peter Brown, this book is sure to captivate young readers and have them eagerly turning the pages to see what happens next.

    Perfect for Halloween or any time of year when you want to add a little thrill to storytime, “Creepy Carrots!” is a must-have addition to any children’s book collection. Pick up your copy today and enjoy the hilariously creepy adventures of Jasper Rabbit and his carrot friends.
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  • Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds demand gag order in Justin Baldoni case




    According to recent reports, Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are reportedly seeking a gag order in the ongoing legal case involving their close friend and fellow actor Justin Baldoni. The case, which has been making headlines for weeks, involves allegations of fraud and breach of contract against Baldoni.

    Lively and Reynolds, who have been vocal supporters of Baldoni throughout the legal proceedings, are said to be concerned about the negative publicity surrounding the case and the impact it may have on Baldoni’s reputation and career. The couple is reportedly seeking to prevent any further leaks of information to the media in order to protect Baldoni’s privacy and ensure a fair trial.

    While the details of the case remain murky, Lively and Reynolds have made it clear that they stand by Baldoni and believe in his innocence. The couple’s request for a gag order has sparked speculation among fans and industry insiders, with many wondering what secrets may be revealed if the case goes to trial.

    As the legal battle continues to unfold, it seems that Lively and Reynolds will stop at nothing to protect their friend and ensure that justice is served. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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  • ‘I hate’… Ryan Reynolds reveals what he doesn’t like about Tom Brady ahead of Wrexham vs Birmingham City


    Wrexham and Birmingham City clash for the second time this season on Thursday evening and Ryan Reynolds should be desperate to get one over on Tom Brady.

    American ownership in English football has grown substantially over the last decade, with Wrexham one of the teams to have benefited most from this.

    Along with Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds purchased the Red Dragons in 2021 and the duo have completely transformed the club on and off the field.

    They were only playing National League football 18 months ago but are now competing for a place in the Championship in 2025/26.

    Standing in their way, however, are a high-flying Birmingham City side currently owned by NFL legend, Tom Brady.

    Birmingham beat Wrexham 3-1 in the reverse fixture last year in what was a star-studded event.

    Rob McElhenney co - owner of Wrexham speaks to Tom Brady ahead of  the Sky Bet League One match between Birmingham City FC and Wrexham AFC at St An...
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    What Ryan Reynolds hates about Tom Brady ahead of Wrexham vs Birmingham City

    Brady sent a message to Wrexham fans and McElhenney after his side came out on top in that game.

    Now, ahead of this week’s meeting, Reynolds has been speaking about the former NFL player.

    The American actor was not in attendance for the previous game but revealed he was smack-talking Brady and David Beckham, who attended the tie together.

    He also revealed the one thing he hates about the pair, stating: “Well there is some of that [smack talk]. I wasn’t able to be at the Birmingham match but he was sitting with Beckham and I was texting both of them, mostly failing bone structure and age-related sort of material but it was not my finest moment.

    “But I hate that they’re [Brady and Beckham] both kind people in real life by the way.

    “So yeah, there is definitely a lot of anticipation. Would I love to be Tom Brady at sports? Yes, the answer is yes, an emphatic yes. Would Rob? Maybe more, I think more.”

    Ryan Reynolds makes Wrexham Premier League claim

    Should Wrexham cause an upset on Thursday evening, it will boost their chances of going up massively.

    A third-straight promotion would be historic but Reynolds already has eyes on the Premier League.

    In the same interview, he spoke about wanting Wrexham to be a ‘unique’ side in the English top-flight.

    He said: “I mean, 10 years from now… we would be morons to not want to see this club in the Premier League but to also be unique in that everything about the place has stayed true to what it originally was – I mean, that’s kind of the perfect scenario.

    “So, 10 years, I hope Wrexham is Wrexham and I hope the change that has taken place is for the better and that people are proud of it, and that the change doesn’t feel like it was too big, too soon because there’s an underdog nature to the town.”

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    I hate Tom Brady: Ryan Reynolds reveals what he doesn’t like about the football star ahead of Wrexham vs Birmingham City

    In a recent interview, actor and Wrexham FC co-owner Ryan Reynolds didn’t hold back when discussing his feelings towards NFL quarterback Tom Brady. Reynolds, who is known for his witty humor and candid opinions, didn’t mince words when asked about his thoughts on the seven-time Super Bowl champion.

    “I hate Tom Brady,” Reynolds stated bluntly. “I mean, the guy is just too good. It’s like he’s not even human. How can someone be that successful and still be so annoyingly perfect?”

    Reynolds went on to explain that while he respects Brady’s talent and work ethic, there’s something about the football star that rubs him the wrong way.

    “I think it’s just his aura of invincibility,” Reynolds mused. “He’s like a superhero out there on the field, and it’s intimidating. Plus, he’s always so polished and put together. It’s just not fair.”

    Despite his disdain for Brady, Reynolds made it clear that he’s looking forward to the upcoming match between Wrexham and Birmingham City, where he hopes to see his team emerge victorious.

    “I may not be a fan of Tom Brady, but I am a fan of good competition,” Reynolds concluded. “And I have no doubt that Wrexham will give Birmingham City a run for their money. Let’s show them what we’re made of!”

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  • Kim Reynolds, Tim Walz offer contrasting fiscal paths


    • John Hendrickson is policy director of Iowans for Tax Relief Foundation.
    • John Phelan is an economist with Minnesota’s Center of the American Experiment.

    Iowa and Minnesota are Midwestern neighbors who have taken vastly different fiscal policy paths in recent years. They have arrived at quite different destinations, with one looking at lower taxes and a budget surplus and the other at higher taxes and a budget deficit. They illustrate the alternative policy paths from which the United States must choose.

    In Iowa, Gov. Kim Reynolds has positioned Iowa as a national leader in fiscal responsibility. Along with the Legislature, she has prioritized conservative budgeting, leading to multi-year budget surpluses, full reserve funds, and a Taxpayer Relief Fund nearing $4 billion. These responsible practices enabled Iowa’s historic income tax reforms.

    This is in complete contrast with Minnesota under the leadership of Gov. Tim Walz. Entering 2023 with a forecast budget surplus of $18 billion, Walz and the Democratic-controlled Legislature not only spent every penny of that — increasing spending, in real terms, by 23% per person since 2019 — but hiked taxes and fees by another $10 billion on top of that. This explosion of spending has now landed the state government with a forecast deficit of $5 billion for the 2028-2029 budget biennium.



    Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz have taken different approaches to fiscal policy, with Reynolds advocating for tax cuts and smaller government while Walz focuses on investing in education and infrastructure.

    Reynolds, a Republican, has pushed for tax cuts and deregulation as a way to spur economic growth in Iowa. She has also focused on reducing government spending and streamlining government operations. Reynolds believes that lower taxes and less government intervention will attract businesses and create jobs in the state.

    On the other hand, Walz, a Democrat, has prioritized investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure in Minnesota. He has proposed increasing funding for public schools and expanding access to affordable healthcare. Walz believes that investing in these areas will improve the quality of life for all Minnesotans and help the state remain competitive in the global economy.

    The contrasting fiscal paths of Reynolds and Walz highlight the different priorities and philosophies of the two governors. While Reynolds believes in smaller government and lower taxes, Walz is focused on investing in public services and infrastructure. It remains to be seen which approach will lead to greater economic prosperity and quality of life for their respective states.

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  • This Historical Western Miniseries Starred Tom Berenger, Burt Reynolds, and Luke Perry


    When it comes to bringing the Western genre to television, perhaps the most consistent medium for success is the miniseries. These productions often contain visuals and performers of feature film-level quality, with a story and length that surpass them. A miniseries allows a story to develop over an extended (albeit still limited) time frame but without the long-term commitment of standard television. Western miniseries are great explorations of the scope and scale of the genre and can offer a distinct outlook on historical events. As such, the Hallmark Channel miniseries, Johnson County War, retold the infamous titular Wyoming conflict back in 2002, with a stellar cast that included Tom Berenger, Burt Reynolds, and Luke Perry. While this two-part event has largely fallen out of the public eye, it’s one worth revisiting for a few reasons…

    ‘Johnson County War’ Is a Loose Adaptation of Historical Events

    Cain Hammett (Tom Berenger) holds up his rifle in 'Johnson County War'
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    If you’ve ever heard of the “Johnson County War,” it’s probably because of the infamous Michael Cimino flick, Heaven’s Gate. The historical range war was so notable that it has served as the backdrop for plenty of other Western yarns over the years, including both Shane and Pale Rider. Here in the 2002 miniseries, Johnson County War, the event tackled the conflict with a stellar cast that just eats up the material. It follows three Wyoming brothers — Tom Berenger’s Cain, Luke Perry’s Harry, and Adam Storke‘s Dale Hammett — as they struggle to survive in the cattle business after their more wealthy competitors attempt to run them out. Members of the Cheyenne Social Club, including Dynasty‘s Christopher Cazenove as Lord Peter, move heaven and earth to dishearten and destroy the small bands of homesteaders, labeling them cattle rustlers, who have claimed land that they want for their own.

    While the actual Johnson County War was an event that spanned several years and didn’t center on a single family of homesteaders or ranchers, the 2002 Hallmark series is actually an adaptation of the Frederick Manfred novel Riders of Judgment rather than the historical record itself. Manfred’s fictional account borrows plenty from the first and second-hand accounts of the Wyoming-based range war, but it centers on a fictional protagonist in Cain Hammett (Berenger). Of course, Cain was in part based on the real-life homesteader Nate Champion, one of the first men to be targeted by the cattle barons and their hired guns for resisting the cattlemen’s associations’ attempts to remove them from the land. Tom Berenger plays the part well, as Cain is not only a man beloved by the community and a natural leader, but a morally upright one who finds himself on the right side of history.

    While the specifics of Johnson County War are largely historical, the general events are pretty true to what really did occur during the historic conflict. The tensions between honest, hard-working homesteaders and the greedy cattlemen who attempt to take the land by force are high here, and you never know who is going to find themselves on the wrong end of the barrel. Not only that, but characters like Luke Perry’s Harry Hammett find themselves conflicted by the happenings in Johnson County, especially since he is secretly working with Lord Peter’s foreman Jessie Jacklin (Jack Conley) to scrape some heads off the Englishman’s stock. This isn’t to mention the romantic bond between Cain and his sister-in-law (Dale’s wife) Rory (Michelle Forbes), who holds a torch for the eldest Hammett despite her marriage to his brother, and Cain’s own unwillingness to sully his honor.

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    “The only history a man knows for certain is that small part he owns for himself.”

    ‘Lonesome Dove’ Scribe Larry McMurtry Co-Wrote ‘Johnson County War’

    Though produced by the Hallmark Channel (of all places), Johnson County War is of further note because it was penned by famed Lonesome Dove author Larry McMurtry, alongside his writing partner Diana Ossana. The pair crafted this Hallmark miniseries (which doesn’t feel especially Hallmark-y) masterfully, offering a return to form for TV Westerns after years of notable absence — save for the short-lived The Magnificent Seven series and a few others in the late ’90s. In reflecting on his time working on this project, McMurtry had some distinct memories of Tom Berenger’s final scene. In his memoir, Hollywood: A Third Memoir, McMurtry praised Berenger for elevating the material. “The film had its moments but very few of the actors had theirs — mainly the star, Tom Berenger, who insisted on singing as he was being murdered,” McMurtry wrote. “We tried to discourage him but he persuaded us and I suspect now that he was right: absurdity is better than nothing, in the movies.”

    While Johnson County War has largely been forgotten after all these years — a shame since Burt Reynolds’ cool-headed Hunt Lawton is quite the antagonist, a far cry from his tenure on Gunsmoke — the miniseries garnered solid reviews from outlets at the time. Variety, in particular, noted that “everything about the production, from the humming streams to the snowcapped hills, is gorgeous.” Having seen the results, we can’t quite argue. The sprawling Wyoming landscapes (which really come from Alberta, Canada) and the stable performances by its leads are enough to encourage folks to return to Johnson County War. It may not be the best that the Western miniseries has to offer, but it’s romantically close.

    Johnson County War can be purchased digitally on Prime Video in the U.S.

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    “Legends of the West: The Epic Miniseries Starring Tom Berenger, Burt Reynolds, and Luke Perry”

    Step back in time to the wild and rugged landscapes of the American frontier with this star-studded historical Western miniseries. Tom Berenger, known for his iconic roles in films like “Platoon” and “Sniper,” leads the cast as a hardened cowboy navigating the dangers of the untamed West.

    Joining Berenger is the legendary Burt Reynolds, bringing his signature charm and charisma to the screen as a seasoned gunslinger with a mysterious past. And in a surprising turn, beloved heartthrob Luke Perry rounds out the trio as a young up-and-coming outlaw looking to make a name for himself in the ruthless world of the Old West.

    Filled with thrilling gunfights, heart-pounding horse chases, and unforgettable performances, “Legends of the West” is a must-watch for fans of classic Westerns and riveting storytelling. So grab your cowboy hat, saddle up, and get ready for a wild ride through the pages of history with these iconic Hollywood legends.

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  • Fubo, Ryan Reynolds shut down Maximum Effort Channel


    A still frame from a promotional video for the Maximum Effort Channel's "Bedtime Stories with Ryan Reynolds." (Courtesy image)
    A still frame from a promotional video for the Maximum Effort Channel’s “Bedtime Stories with Ryan Reynolds.” (Courtesy image)

    Fubo and comedian Ryan Reynolds have given up on the Maximum Effort Channel less than two years after the free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) network launched, The Desk has learned.

    The channel is no longer available on a handful of third party platforms, including Plex, LG Channels, Xumo Play and Amazon’s Freevee, after technology provider Wurl pulled the plug on the network earlier this week. A website that promoted the channel and its availability went offline on Tuesday. On Dish Network’s FAST platform, Sling Freevee, the Maximum Effort Channel continues to be listed, but its programming feed has been replaced with a “technical difficulties” graphic.

    Neither Fubo nor Maximum Effort, the Reynolds-backed company that programmed the channel, have released public statements on the closure of the channel. A customer support specialist with Fubo confirmed Maximum Effort Channel is no longer on the platform, even though the company continues to advertise its availability.

    Launched in 2023, the Maximum Effort Channel was promoted as Reynolds’ attempt to channel his inner Brandon Tartikoff by programming and distributing a television network of his own — or so he said in a quote that accompanied the pre-launch press release at the time.

    “We believe Fubo occupies the perfect sweet spot between streaming and cable, so we’re very grateful for the partnership with Fubo,” Reynolds said. “The Maximum Effort Channel will try to open the Overton window when it comes to both programming and advertising, but do it in the most gentle, entertaining way possible.”

    It was certainly a unique venture. In addition to re-runs of shows like “Two Guys and a Girl,” “Absolutely Fabulous” and “Extras,” the channel offered some exclusive imports and original programs, including “Flip A Cöin,” which involved Swedish actor and filmmaker Dolph Lundgren flipping a coin 21 times per episode. Reynolds himself starred in a short web show called “Bedtime Stories with Ryan Reynolds,” during which Reynolds read bedtime stories in a smoothing voice, accompanied by calm animation.

    Fittingly, one of the last original programs aired on Maximum Effort Channel was “Discontinued,” a limited-run documentary series that took a deeper dive into products and services that are no longer around or shells of their former existence. Video retail chain Blockbuster, corporate smartphone company BlackBerry and the Furby were among some of the topics covered by the show.

    Leading up to its closure, Maximum Effort Channel set aside its sitcom re-runs and original shows and aired a marathon of low-budget holiday films from late November through the beginning of the new year. The channel was expected to exit the holidays by picking up on its distribution of shows like “Extras,” “Kids in the Hall” and “Mad TV,” according to TV listings from Nielsen’s data company Gracenote.

    Despite much promotion at the time of its launch, the channel never gained much of an audience, according to a source at Fubo who declined to be identified. Fubo and Reynolds remain on good terms, and are considering ways to work together in the near future, the source said.

    A spokesperson for Maximum Effort has not yet returned an email seeking comment. An attorney representing Fubo asked The Desk to stop contacting the streamer’s main spokesperson with inquiries in January 2023, despite Fubo’s prior complaint that The Desk had not solicited comment for certain stories prior to publication.



    Recently, Fubo and Ryan Reynolds made the tough decision to shut down the Maximum Effort Channel. This channel, which was a joint venture between the streaming service and Reynolds’ production company, was known for its unique and engaging content.

    The decision to shut down the channel was not made lightly, but both Fubo and Reynolds felt that it was the best course of action moving forward. Despite the channel’s popularity and success, they realized that they needed to focus their efforts and resources on other projects.

    Fans of the Maximum Effort Channel may be disappointed by this news, but there is no doubt that Fubo and Reynolds will continue to create exciting content in the future. Stay tuned for updates on their next big projects!

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  • Ryan Reynolds, Fubo-backed Maximum Effort Channel shuts down


    A still frame from a promotional video for the Maximum Effort Channel’s “Bedtime Stories with Ryan Reynolds.” (Courtesy image)

    Fubo and comedian Ryan Reynolds have given up on the Maximum Effort Channel less than two years after the free, ad-supported streaming television (Fast) network launched, The Desk has learned.

    The channel is no longer available on a handful of third party platforms, including Plex, LG Channels, Xumo Play and Amazon’s Freevee, after technology provider Wurl pulled the plug on the network earlier this week. A website that promoted the channel and its availability went offline on Tuesday. On Dish Network’s Fast platform, Sling Freevee, the Maximum Effort Channel continues to be listed, but its programming feed has been replaced with a “technical difficulties” graphic.

    Neither Fubo nor Maximum Effort, the Reynolds-backed company that programmed the channel, have released public statements on the closure of the channel.



    In a surprising turn of events, Ryan Reynolds’ Fubo-backed Maximum Effort Channel has announced its closure. The channel, which was launched in partnership with the streaming service FuboTV, was meant to showcase original content created by Reynolds and his production company, Maximum Effort.

    The decision to shut down the channel comes as a shock to many fans, who were eagerly anticipating the content that Reynolds had in store. The actor, known for his wit and humor, had promised a variety of original shows and films that would showcase his unique brand of comedy.

    While the exact reasons for the channel’s closure have not been disclosed, it is speculated that financial issues may have played a role. Despite the setback, Reynolds remains optimistic about the future of Maximum Effort and has assured fans that they can still expect to see his work on other platforms.

    For now, fans will have to wait and see what Reynolds has in store for the future of Maximum Effort. In the meantime, they can still enjoy his work in films and TV shows across various platforms.

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  • The roles Burt Reynolds felt like an idiot for rejecting


    While there are no guarantees that any given movie or role within it is destined to win awards, conquer the box office, or change the face of cinema, hindsight isn’t only 20/20 but undefeated with a 100% success rate. Burt Reynolds was one of Hollywood’s biggest stars at his peak, but he was left kicking himself for decades after turning down two parts that worked wonders for the people who played them.

    For at least half a decade, no leading man was more popular than Reynolds. The consecutive success of Smokey and the Bandit, Semi-Tough, The End, Hooper, Starting Over, Smokey and the Bandit II, The Cannonball Run, Sharky’s Machine, and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas made him the highest-grossing actor in Tinseltown for five years in a row.

    Understandably, he was happy to keep doing what he was doing. After all, his name was enough to put butts in seats, his distinctly American brand of moustachioed machismo had propelled him to the top of the A-list, and he even notched a couple of Golden Globe nominations in the ‘Best Actor – Musical or Comedy’ category to underline that he wasn’t entirely bereft of acting chops.

    All good things must come to an end, though, and the early 1980s marked a period of irreversible decline. Reynolds gradually began slipping down the pecking order and never came close to being restored to former glories. The pinnacle of his career from that point on was undoubtedly his Academy Award-nominated turn in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Boogie Nights, even if he despised the director.

    However, things could have been very different had Reynolds accepted either of the roles he’d come to regret turning down. The first would have made his star shine even brighter and guaranteed him millions of dollars in earnings for decades to come, while the other could have seen him take to the stage and collect an Oscar.

    “This is where my IQ drops about 40 points,” he admitted, per Desert Sun. “Star Wars. That was the one.” Reynolds was being eyed for Han Solo, and after he decided he didn’t want to head off to a galaxy far, far away, Harrison Ford was awarded the part and turned the character – as well as himself – into a cultural icon.

    “But the biggest one that I turned down, and I think I could have knocked it out of the park, was Terms of Endearment,” he said. “I felt it was very close to my life at the time. But I understood the character, and that’s very important. Actors will come along and act like they know what they’re doing, but they don’t even know who they’re playing or why they’re playing the guy.”

    James L Brooks offered Garrett Breedlove to Reynolds, who knocked it back in favour of Stroker Ace, which bombed hard and landed five Razzie nominations, including ‘Worst Picture’. Meanwhile, Terms of Endearment enlisted Jack Nicholson after failing to secure its number one choice for the character, and he ended up winning the Oscar for ‘Best Supporting Actor’.

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    Burt Reynolds was a Hollywood legend known for his charm, wit, and undeniable screen presence. However, there were a few roles that the iconic actor regretted turning down, leaving him feeling like an idiot for missing out on the opportunity. Here are a few of the roles Burt Reynolds wished he hadn’t rejected:

    1. James Bond in “Live and Let Die”: Reynolds was offered the role of James Bond after Sean Connery left the franchise, but he turned it down, feeling that he wasn’t right for the part. The role eventually went to Roger Moore, and Reynolds later admitted that he regretted passing up the chance to play the iconic spy.

    2. Han Solo in “Star Wars”: Reynolds was also considered for the role of Han Solo in the original “Star Wars” film, but he declined the offer, believing that the movie would flop. The role ultimately went to Harrison Ford, and Reynolds later expressed regret for not taking on the iconic character.

    3. John McClane in “Die Hard”: Reynolds was offered the role of John McClane in the action-packed film “Die Hard,” but he turned it down, feeling that it wasn’t the right fit for him. The role eventually went to Bruce Willis, and Reynolds later admitted that he felt like an idiot for passing on the opportunity to star in such a blockbuster hit.

    In the end, Burt Reynolds had an incredible career filled with memorable performances, but even he had moments where he wished he had made different choices. These missed opportunities serve as a reminder that even Hollywood legends can have regrets when it comes to turning down certain roles.

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