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'The Umbrella Academy' has been renewed for a second season
UPDATE: FEB. 27, 10:49 P.M. EST It was previously reported that we would be getting a second season of our new favorite show, The Umbrella Academy. According to GWW, the show had already been gearing up for Season 2. However, Aidan Gallagher, known as Number Five in the series, has clarified that The Umbrella Academy […]
Gerard Way relates ideas of body image to ‘Umbrella Academy’ character
Gerard Way has shared on Instagram that he wants to explain the backgrounds of each of the seven main characters on The Umbrella Academy. First, Way has decided to dive in and explore Luther, or Number One. Additionally, Way adds that he will likely go in chronological order of the characters. Read more: Taking Back Sunday […]
Gerard Way pitched another TV show before ‘The Umbrella Academy'
By now, we all know and love the Netflix adaptation of Gerard Way’s The Umbrella Academy. But what you might not know is that the show was not the first time the My Chemical Romance frontman attempted to pitch a show. That’s right, Way attempted to create a show with Joe Boyle back in 2001. […]
‘Umbrella Academy’ wedding unites two adorable superfans
On Feb. 15, Netflix and the folks at The Umbrella Academy threw a beautiful wedding for superfans Nick and Kat. Decked out with lots of black, an entire parade made up of close friends and family and a violin player, the wedding encapsulated both the show and the couple’s love. Additionally, the entire wedding was […]
MCR members inspired ‘Umbrella Academy’ characters, Gerard Way says
If you thought some of the characters in The Umbrella Academy took on familiar personalities, you might be right. In a feature with Rolling Stone, Gerard Way reveals that the “ dysfunctional family dynamic” in My Chemical Romance sparked the inspiration behind many of the characters in the original comic book series. Read more: Frank […]
Frank Iero responds to ‘Umbrella Academy’ fans wanting Five to have his name
Earlier this week, The Umbrella Academy Twitter account asked fans what they wanted Number Five to be named. Many said they wanted it to be Frank after My Chemical Romance guitarist Frank Iero due to their similarities. Now, Iero has responded to the requests in the best way possible. Read more: Drake and Josh reunited […]
Gerard Way reveals favorite line in ‘The Umbrella Academy’
Last evening, Gerard Way took to Instagram to give props to Aidan Gallagher’s excellent portrayal of Number Five in The Umbrella Academy Netflix adaptation. That said, it seems as though the tides have turned. Yesterday, it was revealed that Gallagher covered My Chemical Romance’s “Cancer.” However, Way now seems to be Gallagher’s number one […]
‘The Umbrella Academy’ fans want Five to be named after MCR member
After realizing that many fans wanted Number Five to have a real name in Gerard Way’s Netflix adaptation of The Umbrella Academy, the show jokingly took to Twitter to ask fans what they should refer to him as in the future. Of course, it wasn’t long before My Chemical Romance fans flooded the replies. Due […]
Publication explains who Gerard Way is, MCR fans basically explode
This poor publication tried to explain who Gerard Way was to their readership. Of course, we all know where The Umbrella Academy writer hails from (he’s the frontman of My Chemical Romance, one of the biggest rock bands of the 2000s, if it’s your first time here). However it appears as though Metro may have missed […]
Gerard Way talks diversity in ‘Umbrella Academy,’ work with Liza Minnelli
Gerard Way’s The Umbrella Academy is finally on Netflix, and if you’re like us, you’ve probably binge-watched the entire thing already. The former My Chemical Romance frontman opened up to the New York Times about his inspiration for the comics, his creative process and working with Liza Minnelli on the Black Parade album. Read more: […]
This ‘Umbrella Academy’ Easter egg is perfect for Gerard Way fans
While we all expected a few Easter eggs from the Netflix adaptation of Gerard Way’s The Umbrella Academy, we were left with even more than we originally bargained for. Just one search through the show’s subreddit will give fans a plethora of sweet surprises. However, the one where Gerard Way’s name is featured on the […]
Gerard Way reveals how ‘The Umbrella Academy’ came to be
Gerard Way has opened up about the process behind the Netflix adaptation of The Umbrella Academy. The former My Chemical Romance frontman’s comics have finally been released on Netflix on Friday, and he sat down with Vulture to talk about his creative process and the importance of comics to him. Read more: Twenty one pilots […]
'The Umbrella Academy' shares brand-new first look before release
We’re SO close to the unveiling of Gerard Way’s The Umbrella Academy and we couldn’t be more excited… or at least, we thought we couldn’t. A brand-new teaser video was posted on Twitter, giving us a another incredible first look into the show! We. Are. SHOOK. Read more: Here’s why you’re losing Instagram follows-UPDATED NX posted the […]
Gerard Way wholesomely explains idea behind ‘The Umbrella Academy’
In an interview with Variety, Gerard Way discusses the inspiration behind The Umbrella Academy. While the series is sure to take viewers on a dark and twisted journey, Way offers a wholesome explanation behind the plot. Additionally, Way shares the comic’s influences, including fellow Doom Patrol writer Grant Morrison. Read more: 5SOS fans support Ashton Irwin […]
‘The Umbrella Academy’ has shared some major teasers
If you’re anxiously awaiting for The Umbrella Academy to come out on Netflix like us, then you’re in for a treat. The Twitter account for the series decided to treat fans with little teasers if they tweeted at them. Read more: Ariana Grande accused of exploiting LGBT community with music video “We’re lifting the umbrella […]
Netflix released ‘The Umbrella Academy’ soundtrack
Netflix just dropped The Umbrella Academy soundtrack on Spotify and it is full of bangers. The soundtrack features covers of Simon and Garfunkel and the Turtles done by Gerard Way and Ray Toro. Read more: Tommy Lee calls out KISS for using similar stage set up to Mötley Crüe The Umbrella Academy is based off […]
Gerard Way, Ray Toro drop ‘Umbrella Academy’ cover of “Happy Together”
Gerard Way and Ray Toro have teamed up again to bless us with another amazing cover for The Umbrella Academy. The two former My Chemical Romance members covered the classic track “Happy Together” by the Turtles. The song dropped Friday and will be featured in Way’s upcoming Netflix series. Read more: Band-themed cheeses are now […]
Ellen Page calls out Trump administration’s anti-LGBT policies, intolerance
Ellen Page expressed her hatred of discrimination and intolerance last night, and is getting a ton of support. The actress, known for her roles in Juno and Inception, went on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Thursday. She used her platform to talk about politics, social injustice and LGBT rights. Read more: Singer Kelsy […]
Gerard Way drops full ‘The Umbrella Academy’ cover featuring Ray Toro
Earlier today, The Umbrella Academy unleashed its first official trailer. It was clear from the first note that the comic’s creator Gerard Way was offering up the soundtrack in small snippets throughout the clip. Way then took to Instagram to confirm and reveal he recruited drummer Jarrod Alexander and former My Chemical Romance bandmate Ray Toro to cover Simon & Garfunkel’s “A Hazy […]
Gerard Way covers ’60s classic in new ‘The Umbrella Academy’ trailer—UPDATED
UPDATE: JAN. 24, 12:46 P.M. EST Earlier today, The Umbrella Academy unleashed its first official trailer. It was clear the comic’s creator Gerard Way offered up the soundtrack via a Simon & Garfunkel cover, but we’re now finding out he recruited drummer Jarrod Alexander and former My Chemical Romance bandmate Ray Toro. “This is surreal and exciting and just wild,” […]
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