In February, the STAR channels entered the lives of the Portuguese, with a more contemporary and brighter voice. The channels remained faithful in broadcasting important international series and films that not only earned the trust of the Portuguese, but also became leaders in pay TV entertainment. It’s official: the STAR channel series were the most watched of the year on Pay TV, so the brand assures that it had a “luminous” year and deserves to be celebrated.
Brilliant year… literally!
To celebrate this more than brilliant success, the brand created a very brilliant project… literally! He built a large star (2.85 meters high, 3 meters wide and weighs 300 kg) and lit it in places widely recognized by the inhabitants of 22 cities and towns: Faial (Azores), Albufeira, Almada, Braga, Caldas da Rainha, Carcavelos. , Chaves, Coimbra, Aveiro, Crato, Covilhã, Ericeira, Ermesinde, Estremoz, Famalicão, Fuzeta, Guimarães, Lisbon, Loures, Madeira, Porto and Tomar. In different locations, the star adopted the color that represents the different channels in the portfolio: STAR Channel, STAR Life, STAR Comedy, STAR Crime and STAR Movies. The light year project was created, whose objective is to thank those who watch the STAR channels every day, sending a very creative “Thank you”.
Discover the 10 best
FBI [STAR CHANNEL]
New season premieres soon
From the award-winning Dick Wolf and the team behind “Law & Order,” “FBI” is an action crime series about the inner workings of the New York office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This elite unit puts all its talent, intelligence and technical knowledge at the service of the tenacious investigation of important cases, including terrorism, organized crime and counterintelligence, to keep New York and the country safe.
Chicago Police Department. [STAR CHANNEL]
Broadcast: Tuesday at 10:15 p.m.
From Emmy®-winning executive producer Dick Wolf and his team, the gripping drama series follows the men and women of the Chicago Police Department’s elite Intelligence Unit as they continue to fight the city’s major crimes, including crime. organized crime, drug trafficking, homicides and crime. a lot more. In the past, Sergeant Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) has had to adapt to an ever-changing reality, taking for granted his commitment to bringing criminals to justice. Voight will continue to fight to keep the city safe alongside his dedicated team, which includes Detective Jay Halstead, Officer Adam Ruzek (Patrick John Flueger), Officer Kim Burgess, Officer Kevin Atwater, Detective Hailey Upton (Tracy Spiridakos), and Sergeant Trudy Platt (Amy Morton).
TRACKER [STAR CHANNEL]
The new season premieres in December.
“Tracker” follows the story of Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley, best known for his role as Kevin Pearson in “This is Us”), a “lone wolf” survivor, who travels the country in his caravan as a bounty hunter. Colter uses his tracking skills to help citizens and the police solve all kinds of mysteries and crimes, and even locate missing people, while dealing with his own dysfunctional family and a childhood marked by trauma.
The series, created by Ben H. Winters, is based on the best-selling book collection “The Never Game” by Jeffery Deaver. Directed by Ken Olin, the series is executive produced by Justin Hartley himself, alongside Ken Olin, Elwood Reid, Ben H. Winters and Jeffrey Deaver.
LAW AND ORDER: SPECIAL UNIT [STAR LIFE]
New season premieres soon
From award-winning creator and executive producer Dick Wolf, “Law & Order: Special Unit” is now in its 26th season, making it the longest-running primetime drama series in American television history. This series follows an elite police team of detectives from the New York Police Department’s Task Force as they seek justice for the victims of the most heinous sex crimes. Captain Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) leads this unit that includes Sergeant and his right-hand man Odafin “Fin” Tutuola (Ice T), Detective Joe Velasco (Octavio Pisano) and Detective Terry Bruno (Kevin Kane). Outside of the team, but an essential member in achieving justice for the victims, is attorney Dominick “Sonny” Carisi (Peter Scanavino), who fights tirelessly for the victims while also having to deal with political issues. In this new season, the special unit adds a new detective to the team, Kate Silva, played by actress Juliana Aiden Martinez.
9-1-1 [STAR LIFE]
The new season premieres on November 18 at 10:20 p.m.
Broadcast: Monday, at 10:20 p.m.
From prolific creators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear, the series “9-1-1” is a dynamic look at the lives and careers of first responders (police officers, paramedics, firefighters) – the people who risk their lives. . at risk to save others. The series explores the high-pressure experiences of police officers, paramedics and firefighters who are sent into the most terrifying, shocking and emotional situations. These rescuers have to find a balance between saving those who are in the most vulnerable moments of their lives and solving their own problems.
In the first episode of season 8, the team faces an “unbelievable” emergency when a truck carrying millions of bees crashes on the streets of Los Angeles, releasing the swarm.
FBI: INTERNATIONAL [STAR CHANNEL]
New season premieres soon
An American crime production, it is part of the “FBI” television franchise, and stands out for its cast, made up of Luke Kleintank, Carter Redwood, Vanessa Vidotto, Eva-Jane Willis and Christina Wolfe.
The series focuses on the operations of the International Fly Team, a specialized FBI unit based in Europe and led by the talented agent Scott Forrester, played by Luke Kleintank. Facing a variety of threats, from international terrorism to transnational crime, “FBI: International” follows the elite agents of the FBI’s International Division on their mission to protect American citizens wherever they are.
The fourth season of “FBI: International” surprises the Portuguese public. Portuguese actress Inês Herédia has a role in the third episode, playing detective Letícia Santos.
CHICAGO MED [STAR LIFE]
New season premieres soon
Series written by Dick Wolf, who also has other renowned franchises such as “Law and Order” or “FBI” in his portfolio. This acclaimed series follows the exciting and chaotic daily life of the city’s busiest hospital, Gaffney Chicago Medical Center, focusing on the medical staff of the fictional hospital’s emergency department. Featuring familiar faces from “Chicago PD,” this professional team includes doctors Dr. Daniel Charles (Oliver Platt), Dr. Crockett Marcel (Dominic Rains), Dr. Dean Archer (Steven Weber), Dr. Hannah Asher (Jessy Schram), nurse Maggie Lokwood (Marlyne Barrett) and the head of the hospital team, Sharon Goodwin (S. Epatha Merkerson). Together, they work on medical cases inspired by current events, while trying to maintain their interpersonal relationships.
GRAY’S ANATOMY [STAR LIFE]
New season broadcast: Thursday at 10:20 p.m.
“Grey’s Anatomy” continues the story of a group of resident, visiting and attending surgeons who face the difficulties inherent in the competitive career path they have chosen. The plot takes place in the surgical room of the fictional Gray Sloan Memorial Hospital, located in Seattle, Washington. In the first episode, Catherine (Debbie Allen) makes difficult decisions as she fires some of the hospital’s best doctors and continues to interfere with Meredith (Ellen Pompeo) and Amelia’s (Caterina Scorsone) investigation. At the same time, accidents at a climate change protest introduce unique cases, when Bailey (Chandra Wilson) encounters a figure from the past. Still in the first episode, for a special appearance, we have the return of Dr. Jackson Avery, played by actor Jesse Williams.
Winner of more than 85 awards and with more than 250 nominations, “Grey’s Anatomy” shows no signs of slowing down, creator Shonda Rhimes confirms.
FBI: MOST WANTED [STAR CHANNEL]
Broadcast: Wednesday at 10:15 p.m.
The series produced by Emmy® winner Dick Wolf and the same team behind “FBI,” “FBI: International” and the “Law & Order” franchise returns to STAR Channel with a new season. This crime drama follows the Fugitive Task Force (FTF), a special FBI team dedicated to locating and capturing the most dangerous and wanted criminals in the United States. With a relentless mission, the team follows every lead and faces great challenges to ensure these fugitives are brought to justice.
Once again, Primetime Emmy nominee Dylan McDermott (“American Horror Story”) will once again lead the FTF in the role of Special Agent Remy Scott, the series’ protagonist. McDermott has been considered a valuable contribution to the series, which is now considered one of the best procedurals on television. Also expected to return are names like Edwin Hodge (“The Purge”) as Ray Cannon, Keisha Castle-Hughes (“Whale Rider”) as Special Agent Hana Gibson and Roxy Sternberg (“Mars”) as Special Agent Sheryll Barnes. Special Agent Nina Chase, played by the brilliant Shantel VanSanten, moves from the main series “FBI” to “FBI: Most Wanted”, to the delight of thousands of fans of this television franchise. Nina will be a key piece in FTF, with a fundamental role in this 5th season.
THE EQUALIZER [STAR CHANNEL]
From creators Andrew W. Marlowe and Terri Edda Miller, “The Equalizer” delves into the life challenges of McCall, the protagonist played by Queen Latifah, with more adversities for the agent to overcome.
Robyn McCall (Queen Latifah), an enigmatic woman with a mysterious past, uses her vast abilities to help those who have nowhere else to turn. To most people, McCall appears to be a single mother peacefully raising her teenage daughter. But to some, she is “The Equalizer,” an unnamed guardian angel and defender of the oppressed, persistent in her quest for personal redemption.
And if that were not enough, the brand was also close to the Portuguese with the best parties and sunsets in the entire country, with many brilliant artists!
Source: Observadora
