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JUNE 25 - JULY 1, 2017 staradvertiser.com Jesse Custer (Dominic Cooper), his gun-toting ex, Tulip (Ruth Negga) and Irish vampire Cassidy (Joe Gilgun) continue their mission in season 2 ON A of Preacher. The supernatural drama is based on the comicbook of the same name and follows Custer and his friends as they set out to fi nd God. MISSION Premieres Sunday, June 25, on AMC. TH SUNDAY, JUNE 25 | 8:30PM | CHANNEL 53 ANNUAL From Scottish bagpipes and ukuleles to hula and dance performances, watch this showcase of incredible talents LEEWARD performed by the people of the Leeward side. ALSO AVAILABLE ON VIDEO ON-DEMAND CHANNEL 52, 7 49 52 53 54 55 MUSIC FESTIVAL ������������������������������ www.olelo.org ON THE COVER | PREACHER Praise prime time Gritty comicbook series Ennis’ graphic novel to the screen is extraor- ister organization out to get Custer. However, dinary,” Collier said. “We look forward to more producers have been keeping mum about who ‘Preacher’ returns to AMC time with these unforgettable characters, be it will play this season’s big bad. With a large por- in heaven, hell, Texas or beyond.” tion of the regular cast wiped out by the end By Kyla Brewer In the series, a disillusioned Custer has been of last season thanks to a massive explosion TV Media possessed by a mysterious entity known as that destroyed Annville, Texas, there are sev- Genesis, which gives him the power to compel eral new cast members hopping on board for here is no such thing as typical television others to do exactly what he wants. Known as season 2. anymore. While traditional dramas and “the Word of God,” the power forces listeners The general consensus among fans and crit- Tsitcoms are still key landmarks on the to obey Custer’s commands, so long as they ics is that actor Pip Torrens (“Star Wars: The prime-time landscape, the rise of cable giants can hear and understand them. Armed with Force Awakens,” 2015) will play Herr Starr, but has produced TV series that push boundaries the Word and deadly hand-to-hand combat nothing official has been released to confirm in ways network shows cannot. skills thanks to his sordid and violent past, the the casting. Other new regular cast members One of those boundary-pushing series is preacher sets out to find God and make him include “Game of Thrones” alum Noah Taylor AMC’s “Preacher,” and it returns with a two- answer for his actions. The entity Genesis is and Julie Ann Emery (“Fargo”). Also, Malcolm night event beginning Sunday, June 25, and apparently the product of a union between an Barrett (“Timeless”), Ronald Guttman (“The continuing Monday, June 26, on AMC. Dominic angel and a demon, giving it elements of both Hunt for Red October,” 1990) and Justin Cooper (“Captain America: The First Avenger,” good and evil. Prentice (“13 Reasons Why”) have landed re- 2011) stars as West Texas preacher Jesse This season, “Preacher” follows Custer as curring roles in season 2. Custer, who’s on a mission to find God — liter- he embarks on an epic road trip with his allies, As with other comicbook adaptations, ally — in the drama, which has garnered a repu- who include Tulip O’Hare, played by Academy “Preacher” has fans wondering whether the TV tation for its stunning visuals, offbeat comedy Award nominee Ruth Negga (“Loving,” 2016). A show will follow the source material or deviate and thrilling horror. fan favorite, Tulip is Custer’s gun-toting, highly from it as other series such as “The Walking Based on the ‘90s DC Vergito comicbook se- capable ex-girlfriend. Custer’s best friend is Dead” and “Game of Thrones” have done. As ries by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon, “Preacher” a charismatic Irish vampire named Cassidy, the group ventures further afield this season, was created by Seth Rogen (“Knocked Up,” portrayed by English actor Joseph Gilgun it seems as if the show is about to take a cue 2007), Sam Catlin (“Breaking Bad”) and Evan (“Misfits”). Ian Colletti (“Jimmy,” 2013) also re- from the comics, which were known for hop- Goldberg (“Superbad,” 2007), and picked up by turns as Eugene Root, a young man with a dis- ping around from place to place as Custer AMC in September 2015. Its 10-episode first figured face. Throughout season 1, and searched for God. This season whisks view- season premiered in May 2016 and proved so presumably season 2, Custer and his ers to New Orleans and even Sin City as popular that an expanded 13-episode second friends must elude a bounty hunter with Custer continues his quest. He and his season was announced before the end of June god-like powers known as The Saint of friends end up entangled in a battle that year. Killers (Graham McTavish, “Outlander”). spanning heaven, hell and many AMC executive Charlie Collier had high Trailers for season 2 have fans ex- points in between. praise for the series when the renewal was an- cited about catching a glimpse of Herr nounced: “What Sam, Seth, Evan and the entire Starr, a villainous character from the Ruth Negga as seen in “Preacher” creative team have achieved in bringing Garth comics who works for The Grail, a sin- 2 STAR CHANNELS June 25 - JULY 1, 2017 SOAP UPDATES By Andrew Sawyer Chloe is moving to finds herself way in over her head and she TV Media New York. Steve ends up lying to Bobbie. Nelle at last finds confronts Jade and some happiness. Kiki provides some need- For the week of June 19 - 23 Tripp about what ed comfort to Ava. they have in store The Young and the Restless for Kayla. Jennifer Neil tells Lily that Hilary was pushing Juliet The Bold and the Beautiful finds Eric’s letters to sue Brash & Sassy for sexual harass- The relationship between Quinn and Ridge to Nicole. Hope and Rebecca Budig as ment and Lily is hopeful that the case will be changes when Quinn makes a shocking seen in “General Rafe begin to close dropped. Meanwhile, Cane defends himself confession. Rick is unable to keep things Hospital” in on Deimos. Nicole to Victoria and Billy, but Billy is skeptical from Maya, so he tells her about the urgent and Brady are thrown of Cane’s innocence. Lily visits Hilary at family issue Carter brought to his atten- by Chloe’s decision. Chad finds out that GC Buzz to confront her about manipulat- tion. Carter then tells Julius about Rick and Abigail plans to marry Dario. Deimos has ing Juliet. Later, Hilary tells Juliet that she Maya’s legal problem. Nicole has a hard time a physical confrontation with Sonny. Gabi will not be testifying on her behalf. Phyllis following through on a promise she made and Andre have a tense encounter. Victor tells Billy that she thinks he enjoys it when to a family member. Nicole feels misunder- hands the reins over to Sonny. After talk- Victoria leans to much on him. Billy tells stood, and she lashes out at Rick. Thomas ing to Marlena, Claire returns Ciara’s letter her things will calm down after the lawsuit. quickly learns the difference between to Theo. Julie gives Eli a gift. Nicole and Cane and Lily inform Charlie and Mattie working at Spectra instead of Forrester. Brady’s family time with Holly is cut short. about the lawsuit. Devon tells Hilary that Julius surprises Maya when he tells her Eric tells Marlena about the situation with he’s tired of her attacks against Lily. Hilary how he thinks the current family situation Jennifer and Nicole. Sonny makes a big, un- admits that she’s struggling to find her should play out. Nicole and Zende have their popular, move at Titan. moral compass since the divorce. Sharon first big disagreement as a married couple. General Hospital observes Zack at Crimson Lights, which A long-time enemy puts Brooke on the spot Nina rescues Nelle, while Josslyn goes makes her uncomfortable. Zack makes a with an unconvincing apology. through a rebellion. Julian receives an of- phone call telling the person on the other Days of Our Lives fer. Sam gets some promising news. Nelle’s end to speed things up. Zack charms Abby Steve has shocking news for Adrienne, and luck changes. Nathan draws the line. Painful and she agrees to another date so they can Tripp comes up with a plan to frame Kayla. JJ memories arise from a friendly game. Laura test their dating app. Ravi agrees to help and Lani walk in on Chad and Gabi in a com- clears up confusion. TJ’s secret is brought Ashley get information on Graham. Ashley promising position. Paul gets Eli to agree to to light. Jason’s timing is spot on. TJ has tells Ravi that Jack has a plan to split Dina something extreme. Nicole finds out that to do some major damage control. Josslyn and Graham up. COLD MEDIUM PEPSI FOUNTAIN DRINK CASH GIVEAWAY 99 Other restrictions may apply. See stores or visit www.zippys.com for more details. June 25 - July 1, 2017 STAR CHANNELS 3 BEST BETS Sunday Tuesday Thursday Preacher Animal Kingdom Hollywood Game Night AMC 7 p.m. TNT 6 p.m. KHNL 7 p.m. Dominic Cooper returns as Jesse Custer, a Craig (Ben Robson) begins to have sec- Two contestants rub elbows with celebri- West Texas preacher with the power to compel ond thoughts as the Cody family prepares ties as they play party games in the hopes others to do his will, in this season premiere.