New Official Extended Trailer Released For 'Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!'

There's a brand spanking new official extended trailer for "Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!" and it's truly a delight. The third nado is coming to Syfy on July 22 at 9 p.m. ET and we're certain this peek will get you excited for the Internet to be broken once again.

Will this Sharknado be one that Steve Sanders...I mean, Fin, won't be able to save the Feast Coast from? Probably not. He's amazing. In addition to Ian Ziering, the Asylum production stars Tara Reid, Frankie Muniz, Bo Derek and David "The Hoff" Hasselhoff. There are also cameos galore so get your scorecard ready.

Check out the trailer and let us know if you'll be tuning in on the 22nd and blowing up your social media feeds.

Synopsis:
When Fin and April go to Florida for the summer vacation, strong winds and lots of rain comes to Florida and a Sharknado comes and destroys Florida. The Sharknado goes to Washington D.C. and sharks falling from the sky. It's up to Fin and April to stop the Sharknado the third time. The sharks take bite out of the East Coast when the sharknado hits Washington, D.C. and Orlando, Florida.



-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!' Gets a Trailer

Oh hell yes! Syfy and The Asylum have 20 seconds of sharky goodness in their new trailer for the third installment of their "Sharknado" franchise.

"Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!" will air (get it...air? sorry) on Wednesday, July 22 at 9 p.m. ET. It stars some familiar faces, including; Tara Reid, Ian Ziering, Frankie Muniz, Bo Derek and David "The Hoff" Hasselhoff, as well as some fun cameos.

You know you want to check it out and see if three's a charm, right? Yeah you do...

Synopsis via IMDB:
When Fin and April go to Florida for the summer vacation, strong winds and lots of rain comes to Florida and a Sharknado comes and destroyes Florida. The Sharknado goes to Washington D.C. and sharks falling from the sky. It's up to Fin and April to stop the Sharknado the third time. The sharks take bite out of the East Coast when the sharknado hits Washington, D.C. and Orlando, Florida.



-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sharknado' Super Obsessed Fan Contest

If you're a super fan of the crazy popular Sharknado franchise and want to be a part of history, now is your chance. A companion film that will highlight the making of The Asylum film franchise is being made by Cinedigm and the retrospective is set to be released this summer. If you want to get involved, we have that crucial info for you below.

So, here you go...all the gory details for the contest are outlined below. Will you take the plunge? Let us know! You have until April 15. "Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!" will air on Syfy on Wednesday, July 22 at 9 p.m. ET.

The Asylum is producing the first-ever feature-length film about the Sharknado phenomenon, and fans have the chance to be part of it! The producers of the Sharknado film series are calling for fan video submissions to be judged for inclusion in their yet-to-be-named campy new film about the Sharknado franchise, the surprise phenomenon that first captured the public’s attention in 2013.

The film will be a no-holds-barred, hands-on look at the making of Sharknado 3as well as a retrospective celebrating the rise of Sharknado and Sharknado 2: The Second One and how the franchise became a cultural juggernaut. The film will feature new in-depth interviews with cast and filmmakers, as well never-before-seen footage from the set. And it will explore why and how people respond to the films, which is where the fans come in: eligible video submissions will be included in the documentary to illustrate just how rabid Sharknado fans can be.

'Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!' Air Date Announced

An air date has been announced for the two-hour Syfy Original sequel Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! According to the network, The Asylum-produced film will premiere on Wednesday, July 22 at 9 p.m. ET.

Here's the official press release so you don't miss one single detail about this latest installment in the franchise:

Syfy and The Asylum today announced that the official title of the latest installment in the global pop culture sensation is Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! The two-hour original movie will devour the planet on Wednesday, July 22 at 9/8c.

In addition, Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! will wreak havoc on all Syfy channels around the world – 86 countries in all, including the UK, Australia and across Europe, Asia and Latin America - when it premieres in international primetime within 24 hours of the United States debut.

Said Chris Regina, Senior Vice President, Program Strategy, Syfy: “We wanted this third title to boldly go where no shark movie has gone before. Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! embraces the larger-than-life irreverence that has made these movies so popular and entertaining.”

'Sharknado 3' Slowed By Strike

More like "Oh Hell YES!"

Fans of the "Sharknado" franchise may have to wait just a bit longer for the third installment. According to Deadline, approximately 30-40 members of the production crew walked off of the job in search of a health and pension agreement, otherwise known as an IATSE contract.

The Asylum, producers of the franchise, had their Burbank-based offices picketed; however, they could not be reached for further comments on the situation. While the third film is non-union, it is worth noting that "Sharknado 2" was filmed under an IATSE (union) contract.

Stars Ian Ziering, Tara Reid, Ryan Newman, Claudia Sheperd, Jack Griffo and Cassie Scerbo return alongside director, Anthony C. Ferrante. Cameos will include, but will certainly not be limited to, Mark Cuban, Anne Coulter, Bo Derek, Jerry Springer, Chris Kirkpatrick and Chris Jericho.

Should this issue be resolved quickly, we can expect to see "Sharknado 3" tearing its way from D.C. to Florida on Syfy this July. We'll keep you posted with any news!

-Nowal Massari

Tasty New 'Sharknado: Go Shark Yourself' App Available on iTunes

Here's an example of me in peril...

In anticipation of the sequel to last summer's hit from The Asylum, "Sharknado," iPhone users can head on over to the iTunes App Store and get a free download of the new Sharknado: Go Shark Yourself app. The app was updated on July 6 and allows you to share your pics with friends and even with Syfy. "Sharknado 2: The Second One" airs on Syfy this July 30 at 9 p.m. ET.

Here are some details because we know you want to see what you look like being attacked by a shark...

Go Shark Yourself puts you straight into Sharknado 2, Syfy's sequel to the cult classic, Sharknado (airing July 30 at 9/8c on Syfy). With four different Shark Cams to choose from, this is perfect survival preparation for the upcoming Sharknado.

Use the app to:
• Get trapped in the subway with a shark
• Defend your loved ones from shark attacks with a chainsaw
• Enjoy the view from inside a shark's mouth
• Where will the next Sharknado appear?

Add Sharknado memes and filters, then share your shark pics on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Whatsapp, SMS and more!

Warning: This app contains man-eating sharks. Enjoy!

Be sure to share your fintastic (sorry, not sorry) pics with us!

-Larissa Mrykalo

Extended Sneak Peek at 'Sharknado 2: The Second One'

Are you counting down until July 30 for Syfy's premiere of The Asylum's "Sharknado 2: The Second One?" Of course you are! Here's a juicy three-minute clip to hold you over until then. Somehow, a nado full of sharks manage to get into the NYC subway system but never fear, Judah Friedlander (who makes a funny comment about hipsters) and Ian Ziering will save the day.

Don't forget, Syfy is holding their own version of Shark Week (Sharknado Week!) from July 26 to August 1! Click here for all the details.

"Sharknado 2" synopsis:
In Sharknado 2: The Second One, the sequel to last summer’s global pop culture sensation, a freak weather system turns its deadly fury on New York City, unleashing a Sharknado on the population and its most cherished iconic sites – and only Fin (Ian Ziering) and April (Tara Reid) can save the Big Apple. The movie, directed by Anthony C. Ferrante from a screenplay by Thunder Levin, also stars Mark McGrath, Kari Wuhrer, Vivica A. Fox and Judah Friedlander, with cameo appearances including Kelly Osbourne, Judd Hirsch, Perez Hilton, Matt Lauer, Al Roker, Andy Dick, Robert Klein, Sandra “Pepa” Denton, Biz Markie, Downtown Julie Brown, Richard Kind and Kurt Angle, among others. Sharknado 2: The Second One is a production of The Asylum.




-Larissa Mrykalo

Syfy's "Z Nation" Cast and Character Details Revealed

Images courtesy IMDB

Syfy recently revealed the cast members for their upcoming zombie drama, "Z Nation." This 13 episode action-horror series is brought to viewers by The Asylum, the production team behind "Sharknado," and will debut this fall.

Harold Perrineau, Tom Everett Scott, DJ Qualls, Michael Welch and Kellita Smith will be joining the post-apocalyptic serial. For more details on the characters and the show, check out the full press release!

Sharknado Week Heading to Syfy This Summer

Fins up! All new original movies are coming to Syfy this summer and they sound well, fin-tastic. Sharks are hot right now and Syfy is holding its very first "Sharknado Week" from July 26 to August 2. In addition to "Sharknado 2: The Second One" premiering on July 30, additional movies include; Roger Corman’s "Sharktopus vs. Pteracuda" (August 2) and "Mega Shark vs. Mecha Shark" (July 26).

Below are the highlights from Sharknado Week, including descriptions of the new films and their dates and time:

New Zombie Series, 'Z Nation' Heads to Syfy This Fall

A new 13-episode zombie series that promises to "plunge viewers into a fully-imagined post-zombie America and take them on an adventure with a diverse group of richly-drawn characters" is heading to Syfy this fall thanks to production company, The Asylum ("Sharknado"). According to an announcement made by the network today, "Z Nation" will be an  "...action-horror series depicts the epic struggle to save humanity after a zombie apocalypse." The series will be sold internationally by Dynamic Television.

"Z Nation will take viewers where no zombie has gone before,” says Karl Schaefer ("Eerie Indiana," "Eureka," "The Dead Zone") who will serve as executive producer and show runner. He also mentions that the show will add “a sense of hope to the horror of the apocalypse – our everyday heroes take the fight to the zombies. It’ll be an epic journey unlike anything you've seen before.”

Chris Regina, Senior Vice President, Programming, Syfy, adds, “'Z Nation' is a unique new journey into the long established zombie genre. Instead of existential despair, the series offers hope that somehow, some way, humanity will not only survive, but triumph. In producing their first ever weekly series, our long-time partners The Asylum have created a different way of telling an iconic story.”

The release describes the series:
In "Z Nation," three years have passed since the zombie virus has gutted the country, and a team of everyday heroes must transport the only known survivor of the plague from New York to California, where the last functioning viral lab waits for his blood. Although the antibodies he carries are the world’s last, best hope for a vaccine, he hides a dark secret that threatens them all. With humankind’s survival at stake, the ragtag band embarks on a journey of survival across three thousand miles of rusted-out post-apocalyptic America.

Is there room for another zombie series on our screens this fall? No word yet on when the show will premiere or any casting, but we'll keep you posted.

-Larissa Mrykalo

The Asylum's 'Mega Shark vs. Mecha Shark' Trailer

Are you guys ready for the newest sharktastophe from The Asylum? It looks like Mega Shark is back and according to Debbie Gibson, it needs a date! "Mega Shark vs. Mecha Shark" has not only a ginormous Megalodon (aren't they all ginourmous?) but it also has a robot shark that makes the Terminator look like a Kewpie Doll. The premise is simple...to fight a giant monster, we make a giant monster. Sounds kind of like "Pacific Rim?"

Syfy will be airing this newest creature feature in the future but for now, please to enjoy this peek...



-Larissa Mrykalo

‘Sharknado’ Merch Coming Soon

An announcement today from Syfy and The Asylum will have fans of the social media hit Sharknado , hitting the stores soon.

Combining efforts with Earthbound LLC,  a leading direct to retail and brand licensing agency, consumers will get to choose between a wide range of potential merchandise “from fashion tees, bags, posters, accessories and costumes to gaming, among other areas.”

In a statement from the press release, Jeff Li, Vice President, Syfy Ventures, explains why this move is a smart one, “The public’s appetite for the incredible Sharknado franchise has been remarkable. The bold and over-the-top Sharknado brand is the perfect fit for a wide range of fun merchandise, providing partners with the unique opportunity to drive consumer excitement and retail sales.”

This venture has all involved, pretty pumped. Paul Bales, Partner at The Asylum, stated, “We’re excited to be working with Earthbound and Syfy, and to seeing Sharknado on every t-shirt, umbrella, and chainsaw in America.”

The items will be available for purchase in the upcoming weeks.

Are you as excited or are you ready for the storm to dissipate?

Don’t forget, this Friday, Aug. 2 at midnight you can witness Sharknado as it was meant to be...on the big screen at a Regal theater near you!

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sharknado 2' is Blowing Your Way in 2014

Look out New York City ... a Sharknado is in your forecast!

The Syfy Network along with The Asylum will be bringing Sharknado 2 in 2014. And why wouldn't they? Last Thursday's premier of Sharknado caused a social media frenzy, but will lightning strike twice?

Sharknado 2 is just the working title and Syfy is holding a special Twitter contest to help name the movie with an appropriate subtitle. All fans need to do is tweet their subtitle to @SyfyMovies using the hashtag #Sharknado. The best submission will be selected by Syfy as the subtitle for the film.

According to the press release, Thomas Vitale, Executive Vice President, Programming and Original Movies, Syfy, said: “Every once in a while, there is a perfect storm – on television. The fans are clamoring for a sequel. Or perhaps it will be a prequel. What we can guarantee is that Sharknado 2 will be lots of fun. We’ll be announcing more details very soon. But we didn’t want our fans to worry they wouldn’t get their fill of more shark fin, I mean, fun next year.”

Were you one of the millions who watched Sharknado last week? Are you ready for another?

We'll keep you posted on when Sharknado 2 will be circling your way.

-Larissa Mrykalo