Is your definition of a dream job in Canada one that lets you lounge around and binge Netflix? Well, look no further, friend.
OnlineCasinos is on the hunt for an individual who loves being zombified by quality entertainment, savours every popcorn kernel, and has an undying love for sci-fi dramas like Squid Game,Stranger Things, and the trendy nostalgia of Wednesday.
Think you've got what it takes to be a couch potato? Sure you do. After all, what's not to love about earning a few thousands bucks to watch TV and another couple hundred to drown in snacks, all while being immersed in Netflix's addictive algorithm?
Should you choose to accept this binge-watching mission, you'll be required to rate each show on a number of categories. This includes how often you doze off while watching them and whether you'd re-watch the season because it was just too good to resist.
The overall goal is to determine which of the three series is the most binge-worthy.
You'll rate each show out of 10 on their "bingeability", "distractibility", "snoozability", your urge for a re-watch, and just how gobsmacked you were by that season finale.
Here's the basic lowdown:
Applications opened on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. and will come to a close on National Binge Day, Monday, September 25, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.
Entering is a breeze. Just hop over to the competition's webpage, fill out a snazzy form, and resist the urge to submit it a million times. One entry per person, folks. Duplicate or sneaky scripted entries will see you watching from the sidelines.
If you're crowned the binge-watching champion, you'll be notified in a mere five business days. Respond with your best acceptance speech within 48 hours, embark on your month-long Netflix journey, and submit your TV testimonials by October 25, 2023.
Let's talk money.
Once your binge mission is complete, you'll snag $200 for Netflix (yes, that’s a year of Netflix paid), $300 for your munchies, and a cool $2,000 for, well, just being awesome. And here's the kicker: all this will be sent your way via PayPal in USD. So, really you'll be earning over CA$3,000 for your "hard work."
That being said, this cash prize might be taxable. So, you might want to take that into account before you start making big purchases.
Netflix Canada is swimming with movies you can spend your summer nights binging.
But with so much content on the streaming service, it can be hard to narrow down what to watch on Netflix, but that's why I'm here with eight coming-of-age recommendations.
The best movies on Netflix may vary based on your own personal preference, but these films capture the difficult transitions of life from graduating or starting high school and college to surviving a breakup or messy divorce in your 20s or 30s.
So if you're getting ready for the next chapter of your life this fall and need some last night minute summer inspiration, one of these films might just be what the doctor ordered.
Superbad
Genre: Comedy
Rating: R
Leading stars: Jonah Hill, Micheal Cera, Seth Rogan, Emma Stone
Why should I watch this film? Superbad is a cult classic for a reason. This hilariously raunchy story follows two best friends and high school seniors, played by Jonah Hill and Micheal Cera, who desperately try to have sex before college. The pair are faced with the task of getting booze for a blowout party where nothing really goes their way.
If you're headed off to college and worried about the friends you might leave behind, this is a great film to shake away that anxiety and have a laugh straight out of 2007.
Leading Stars: Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo, Judy Greer
Why should I watch this film? If you're thirteen and wish you were thirty or vice versa, this feel-good comedy will remind you of all the joys every stage of life has to offer — from the youthful innocence of seven minutes in heaven to the pleasures of growing up and figuring out who you are.
If you're in a rush to grow up or just want to reconnect with your inner child, this movie is perfect for a Friday night binge with your besties.
Why should I watch this film? If you're in your 30s and feel old, this film will remind you that it's never too late to try something new, like hiking in the woods or opening yourself back up to love.
In this adventure romance, a recently divorced school teacher goes on a hiking trip to find herself and surprise, surprise, her little brother's best friend shows up.
He's not at all what she's expecting, but he might be exactly what she needs.
If you're feeling disenchanted with your life and need a reminder that adventure is just around the corner, this is a great watch that might even inspire you to explore the great outdoors.
Leading Stars: Gina Rodriguez, Brittany Snow, DeWanda Wise
Why should I watch this film? Anyone who's going through a long-term breakup will relate to this movie.
New York music journalist Jenny (Gina Rodriguez) is going through a devastating breakup with her college sweetheart and leaving the city and friends she loves for a new job opportunity. Her friends rally alongside her as they all discover the value of friendship and the importance of change.
Whether you're on the heels of a breakup or moving away to a new city, this film is a much-watch that will have you blubbering like a baby.
Leading stars: Anna Faris, Emma Stone, Colin Hanks, Kat Dennings, Hugh Hefner
Why should I watch this film? Ex-Playboy Bunny Shelley (Anna Gerris) is looking for work and a place to live after being kicked out of the Playboy Mansion, and she stumbles upon the Zetas, a failing sorority at risk of losing their home.
This zesty comedy explores female friendships and what it means to be sexy while also learning to be yourself.
If you're swapping careers or headed to college, this fun, campy flick is perfect to get you in the mood for change.
Leading Stars: Rachel Sennott, Molly Gordon, Polly Draper
Why should I watch this film? "So, what are you doing after graduation?" If that question strikes icy fear into your very soul Shiva Baby is for you.
This anxiety-inducing film follows a college student on the precipice of graduating who's trapped at a Shiva with her hovering parents, ex-girlfriend and her secret sugar daddy. This film will have your heart beating out of your chest as you wait for the chaos to implode.
Why should I watch this film? College is a time to date and explore your sexuality away from your parent's watchful eye.
But what happens if your dad's the President of the United States and your whereabouts is a matter of national security?
In this funny drama, the President's daughter goes to college and tries to have a normal life with boys and parties without military-grade interference. Unfortunately, her dating life takes a rocky turn when she ends up with a guy who isn't exactly who she expected.
If you love cheesy teen movies and are preparing for life on campus this fall, this heartwarming romance is the perfect watch.
Leading Stars: Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Leslie Mann
Why should I watch this film? Are you chronically in a relationship and can't manage to stay single? This raunchy romantic comedy is star-studded and will show you how to actually stay single and show up for yourself.
If you just got out of a relationship and are entering your single era, this is the perfect watch to end your summer with.
Unlike most major celebrities who flock from Ontario as soon as they rise to fame to places closer to the action, like Los Angeles or New York, Ramakrishnan has no plan on leaving Canada for glitterier pastures.
The Never Have I Everstar has risen to fame after four series of her hit Netflix series and roles in Pixar's Turning Redand My Little Pony: Tell Your Tale.
Narcity sat down with the 21-year-old actress for her collaboration with Tim Horton's Dream Cookies, and she said she didn't see herself moving away from Ontario any time soon – although she understands the appeal.
"I get the move. It makes sense. It's sometimes easier to be where the chaos is. It makes sense 100 percent from a business perspective, but for me, family and my friends, they're all here, right?" she said.
Ramakrishnan says her family and friends "ground her" and manage to keep her "sane," which is a large part of why she's decided to stay in her hometown Mississauga.
"In the end, we're all gonna die. So we might as well be around people we love, doing things that we love, and I love those guys," said Ramakrishnan, flashing the dry sense of humour she's known for.
While the young star may not see a move out of Canada in the future, she is thinking about possibly getting out of Mississauga.
"Maybe I'll get out of 'Sauaga, and I'll go to Toronto... Maybe I'll do that, but I do like being in 'Sauga."
Netflix's cancelled show Warrior Nunis coming back for a third season and it's all thanks to the fans, according to the show's creator.
On Tuesday, showrunner Simon Barry announced the exciting news on Twitter saying the show would be returning for another "epic" season after it was cancelled in 2022.
"Today I’m happy to officially report that because of your combined voices, passion and amazing efforts - #WarriorNun will return and is going to be more EPIC than you could imagine. More details to come! SOON! Thank-you!!" tweeted the Canadian.
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Warrior Nun follows an orphaned teen named Ava, played by Alba Baptista, who wakes up in a morgue and quickly discovers she has superpowers as "the chosen Halo Bearer for a secret sect of demon-hunting nuns," as described by IMDb.
The Netflix show premiered in 2020 and the second season was released on Netflix in December 2022. Shortly afterwards the fantasy series was cancelled even though it appeared to be doing really well on the charts.
According to TIME, season 2 of the show spent three weeks in Netflix's Global Top 10 TV shows and it scored 100% from critics and 99% on Rotten Tomatoes.
The cancellation was met with fury from fans who quickly took to Twitter to demand the show be brought back.
According to Barry, #SaveWarriorNun was tweeted more than five million times in less than a month after the news was announced.
An online petition on Change.org also popped up calling for action from fans. As of June 28, the petition sits at over 123,000 signatures.
Fast forward to Tuesday when Barry announced the show was coming back and already fans are expressing how happy they are that their efforts didn't go unnoticed.
"Am I dreaming?" one person tweeted in regards to the news. "WE DID IT HALO BEARERS," they continued.
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Another fan called it a "long ride" and shared a GIF of a cute kid bursting into tears when being interviewed by a reporter.
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Others shared they were crying tears of happiness thanks to the news.
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Now that we know the show is coming back, the next question is when can we expect the new season? Also, where will it air?
Netflix did not mention the show during its big TUDUM lineup announcement earlier this month. The streamer hasn't confirmed that the show is coming back, so it's possible the third season has been picked up by another network.
Unfortunately, it may be some time before we find out those details.
However, at least we now now there will be a season 3 and that sometimes a combined effort on social media does indeed work!
Are you excited for season 3 of Warrior Nun?
Seasons 1 and 2 of Warrior Nun are available on Netflix.
If you've missed seeing Alberta pop up on screen on The Last Of Us, there's great news! A brand new Netflix show is set to begin filming in Alberta later this year and there are already some big names attached to the project.
The Abandons, a new series from the creator of Sons Of Anarchy, Kurt Sutter, is already getting some buzz and while production hasn't started yet, we're already excited.
What is The Abandons for Netflix?
The Abandons is an upcoming Western drama from the creator of Sons Of Anarchy, according to the show's IMDB page.
"When a corrupt force of wealth and power covets the lands of a group of diverse and atypical families and tries to drive them out, they must pursue their Manifest Destiny," it added.
Who will star in The Abandons?
The actress behind everybody's favourite Game Of Thrones villain, Cersei Lannister, Lena Headey is set to star in the series, according to Variety.
Headey is set to play Fiona, who has been described as “a strong, devout matriarch who, unable to have her own children, took in four orphans to create her own family."
"Driven by a higher purpose – and a strong-willed Irish temper – her faith and love for her family trump all.”
No other cast members have been announced just yet.
Where is The Abandons filming?
According to ACTRA, the series will begin filming in Alberta around mid-June and will continue in the province until November 2023.
Filming will primarily take place around Calgary and the surrounding areas. While it's unknown exactly where filming will take places, areas including Drumheller and Fort Macleod have tons of western scenery.
