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[01/24/19 - 11:39 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, January 24
Updates include: FOX greenlights a pair of comedy pilots; Netflix eyes "Resident Evil" TV series; and NBC orders new pilot for "Friends-in-Law" comedy.

[01/24/19 - 02:33 PM]
Showtime(R) Presents "Tone Bell: Can't Cancel This"
The one-hour special premieres Friday, February 22 at 10:00/9:00c.

[01/24/19 - 02:26 PM]
USA Network Announces Pickup of "Briarpatch" Starring Rosario Dawson
Briarpatch follows Allegra Dill (Dawson), a dogged investigator returning to her border-town Texas home after her sister is murdered.

[01/24/19 - 02:26 PM]
Video: MTV's "The Challenge: War of the Worlds" First Look Trailer
The franchise returns on its new night, Wednesday, February 6 at 9:00/8:00c.

[01/24/19 - 01:43 PM]
YouTube Greenlights Second Season of Hit Comedy Series from Creator Liza Koshy "Liza on Demand"
The eight-episode, half-hour series will begin production this spring and debut on YouTube Premium in 2019.

[01/24/19 - 12:00 PM]
Love Is All Around as ABC Celebrates With Valentine's Day-Themed Holiday Programming
Two classic Charlie Brown specials, "Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown" and "A Charlie Brown Valentine," also return for the holiday.

[01/24/19 - 11:31 AM]
"MasterChef Junior" Season Seven Kicks Off with 24 Pint-Sized Home Cooks
Kicking off its seventh season, the series gives talented kids between the ages of 8 and 13 the chance to showcase their culinary abilities and passion for food through a series of fun, mouth-watering challenges.

[01/24/19 - 11:25 AM]
Video: YouTube Debuts Official Trailer for New Season of Hit Dance Drama "Step Up: High Water"
The second season of "Step Up: High Water" will debut on YouTube Premium on March 20.

[01/24/19 - 10:42 AM]
Emmy(R) Award-Winning "RuPaul's Drag Race" Ru-veals New Cast for Epic 11th Season
The newest queens vying for the title of "America's Next Drag Superstar" were introduced via a VH1 YouTube Live hosted by Olympic medalist Adam Rippon and season 10 winner Aquaria.

[01/24/19 - 10:40 AM]
Animal Planet Greenlights Second Season of "Crikey! It's the Irwins"
The announcement was made on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" last night.

[01/24/19 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power" - Season 2 Announcement
The animated series returns to Netflix on Friday, April 26.

[01/24/19 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "The Boys" - Official Teaser - Prime Video
The series centers on a group of vigilantes known informally as "The Boys," who set out to take down corrupt superheroes with no more than their blue-collar grit and a willingness to fight dirty.

[01/24/19 - 10:00 AM]
CBS Announces "The World's Best" Experts from Around the Globe
The group of celebrated international experts will, along with American judges Drew Barrymore, RuPaul Charles and Faith Hill, help determine via vote who ultimately wins the new global competition series.

[01/24/19 - 09:57 AM]
NBC to Launch Its New Midseason Comedy "Abby's" on Thursday, March 28
The series is shot outdoors in front of a live studio audience, the first time a multi-camera comedy has done so.

[01/24/19 - 09:45 AM]
TV One's True Crime Mondays Returns with New Episodes of Fan Favorites "Fatal Attraction" and "For My Man" Premiering Monday, January 28
Every Monday, the network's fan favorite one-hour series crime franchise "Fatal Attraction" delves into real-life stories of criminal acts committed under the guise of love and the tragic consequences that turn deadly.

[01/24/19 - 09:21 AM]
Oxygen Media Presents "Seduced by Evil" on Saturday, February 9 at 8PM ET/PT
"Seduced by Evil" delves into the world of the wickedly smart and dangerously evil Derek Alldred, a criminal mastermind who sought out relationships with unsuspecting women and entangled them in a web of lies to deplete their savings and support his fabricated life.

[01/24/19 - 09:12 AM]
AMC Renews "Ride with Norman Reedus" for a Fourth Season
In addition, the entire third season will be available early to AMC Premiere customers on Friday, February 8.

[01/24/19 - 09:05 AM]
Christopher Meloni & Elizabeth Reaser to Guest Star in "The Handmaid's Tale"
Commander Winslow (Meloni) is a powerful and magnetic Commander who hosts the Waterfords on an important trip.

[01/24/19 - 09:00 AM]
Season Four of E!'s Hit Series "Hollywood Medium with Tyler Henry" Returns Thursday, February 21st at 8PM ET/PT
Guests this season include Sofia Vergara, Rebel Wilson, Howie Mandel, Karamo Brown, Carson Kressley, Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Anne Heche, Jill Zarin, Kenya Moore and more.

[01/24/19 - 08:37 AM]
Netflix Finds Its "Tall Girl" for Feature Film Lead Role in Ava Michelle
The film captures the tone of the classic John Hughes movies, while exploring the nuanced and delicate relationships that make high school challenging, frustrating, memorable, and uplifting.

[01/24/19 - 08:30 AM]
Video: Trailer Debut - "The Umbrella Academy" on Netflix
The trailer features an exclusive cover of "Hazy Shade of Winter" by "The Umbrella Academy" comic book creator and former My Chemical Romance lead vocalist Gerard Way.

[01/24/19 - 08:15 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: "Masked Singer" Rises in Latest FOX Victory
The network leads the night among adults 18-49 for the fourth consecutive week.

[01/24/19 - 07:49 AM]
Family and Food Are the Main Ingredients on Food Network's New Culinary Competition "Family Food Showdown," Hosted by Valerie Bertinelli
In each episode, two families are pitted against each other in three rounds of challenges designed to test their cooking skills, recipes and family dynamics.

[01/24/19 - 07:13 AM]
Let's Be Frank - "F Is for Family" Renewed for Season 4!
The animated series will return with its 10-episode fourth season next year.

[01/24/19 - 06:30 AM]
Brandi Carlile, Miley Cyrus, H.E.R. and Red Hot Chili Peppers Added to the Lineup for "The 61st Annual Grammy Awards(R)"
They join previously announced performers Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Dan + Shay, Post Malone, Shawn Mendes, Janelle MonĂ¡e and Kacey Musgraves.

[01/24/19 - 05:01 AM]
Dame Kristin Scott Thomas and Fiona Shaw CBE Join the Cast of "Fleabag"
"Fleabag" is back for a second bite, and this time she is going toe to toe with the man upstairs.

[01/24/19 - 02:02 AM]
Netflix Mandarin Original Series "Triad Princess" Kicks Off Production
The brand new pairing of Jasper Liu and Eugenie Liu already stirred discussion among fans before production even started.

[01/24/19 - 01:56 AM]
Netflix Announces "Dear Ex" - Original Mandarin Film to Stream on Netflix Globally February 1
The all-star cast, including Roy Chiu, Ying-Xuan Hsieh, Spark Chen and Joseph Huang, brings to the screen a story of diverse and sometimes conflicting family values in a refreshing and fascinating way that marks a departure from conventional Mandarin films.

[01/23/19 - 11:44 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, January 23
Updates include: The CW orders four pilots, including "Riverdale," "Jane the Virgin" spin-offs; Kate Winslet to star in HBO's "Mare of Easttown"; and JoAnna Garcia Swisher cast in ABC's "Happy Accident."

[01/23/19 - 05:30 PM]
Netflix to Bring "Queer Eye" to Japan
The Fab Five will bring their expertise to Tokyo, working with local tastemakers to make-better a new group of heroes, while they learn and experience Japanese cuisine, fashion, design, grooming and culture firsthand.

[01/23/19 - 02:38 PM]
Video: History(R) Unveils First Tease Promo of Mark Hamill in Season Two of Drama Series "Knightfall"
The spot will air this evening during the network's hit drama "Vikings."

[01/23/19 - 12:34 PM]
Bravo Media's "Summer House" Gets Hot This Winter with Its Premiere on Monday, March 4 at 10PM ET/PT
Kyle Cooke, Amanda Batula, Carl Radke, Lindsay Hubbard, and Danielle Olivera are joined by Hannah Berner, Paige DeSorbo and Jordan Verroi as they embark on a journey of endless fun, drama and hook-ups.

[01/23/19 - 12:11 PM]
TLC's "Counting On" Returns for Its Fourth Season, Bringing Fans Back Into the Duggar-Seewald-Vuolo Homes for the Family's Most Intimate Highs and Heartbreaks
New episodes kick off Monday, February 11 at 9:00/8:00c on the cable channel.

[01/23/19 - 11:21 AM]
First Look at Jon Cryer as Lex Luthor
He'll make his debut in the "Supergirl" episode entitled "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" airing on Sunday, March 17.

[01/23/19 - 11:03 AM]
Ramy Youssef to Headline His First Stand-Up Comedy Special for HBO
To be taped before a live audience in New York City this spring, the exclusive hour-long presentation will be executive produced by Youssef and Jerrod Carmichael, produced by A24 and directed by Chris Storer.

[01/23/19 - 10:01 AM]
USA Network Renews "Suits" for Its Ninth and Final Season
Season eight resumes tonight at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[01/23/19 - 10:00 AM]
WGN America, Sony Pictures Television and Canada's CTV Pick Up "Carter" for Season Two
Andy Berman joins as showrunner and executive producer for its sophomore season, which will return to North Bay, Ontario to commence production this spring.

[01/23/19 - 10:00 AM]
Instagram Favorite Dr. Evan Antin Travels the World Chasing His Wildlife Bucket List for Animal Planet
"Evan Goes Wild" premieres Sunday, February 24 at 9:00/8:00c.

[01/23/19 - 09:52 AM]
Sony Crackle Secures Exclusive Streaming Rights to All-New Ubisoft(R) Esports Documentary, "To Win It All: The Road to the Six Invitational," Set to Debut Friday, January 25
The documentary follows three top players from around the globe as they try to balance their lives, relationships, and training all while chasing a chance to compete in the Six Invitational and win a life-changing over $1MM prize pool.

[01/23/19 - 09:30 AM]
Chris McKay to Direct "Reborn" Based on the Comic-Book Series by Mark Millar & Greg Capullo for Netflix
McKay is most notably known for his work on "The Lego Movie" franchise having directed "The Lego Batman Movie" and produced "The Lego Ninjago Movie."

[01/23/19 - 09:02 AM]
"Hot Streets" Is Back on the Case with Season Two Premiering February 24th
Joining the cast is veteran actor, Ernie Hudson who lends his voice as Jet Jr., a new character this season.

[01/23/19 - 09:01 AM]
History Celebrates Presidents Day with Two-Night Event "Presidents at War" Premiering February 17
The specials tell the story of World War II through the remarkable experiences of eight men who served in active duty - Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush - eight men who would go on to be Presidents.

[01/23/19 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Comedy Central Releases Final Trailer for "Broad City's" Final Season
Plus: "Broad City" is also partnering with online bidding site Screenbid to auction off rare props, wardrobes, set decorations and other iconic items from the show.

[01/23/19 - 09:00 AM]
FX Announces Premiere Date for "Fosse/Verdon"
Sam Rockwell and Michelle Williams star in the eight-episode limited series, due on Tuesday, April 9.

[01/23/19 - 08:38 AM]
Flip or Flop's Tarek El Moussa to Star in New HGTV Pilot
The pilot, currently in production, features Tarek as he partners with real estate novices to help them learn the secrets of a successful flip.

[01/23/19 - 08:35 AM]
20th Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration to Air on BET Networks on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 8:00PM ET/PT
The annual NFL-sanctioned event will take place during Super Bowl LIII week, filming in front of a live audience on Thursday, January 31 at Atlanta Symphony Hall.

[01/23/19 - 08:13 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Remains on Top with "This Is Us"
The Peacock takes home top honors in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[01/23/19 - 08:00 AM]
Sundays on E! Deliver More Powerhouse Women and Unmatched Pop Culture Content This Spring Beginning Sunday, March 3rd
Look for "Total Bellas," "Very Cavallari," "LadyGang" and "Nightly Pop" back-to-back starting at 9:00/8:00c.

[01/23/19 - 07:47 AM]
WE tv Extends "Love After Lockup" - Fastest-Growing New Cable Reality Series
The network announced today it will keep the cameras rolling and extend the 14-episode second season by an additional 10 episodes.

[01/23/19 - 07:21 AM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Journeys Across America to Uncover Stories of Resistance and Resilience in "The Green Book: Guide to Freedom"
The one-hour special premieres Monday, February 25 at 8:00/7:00c.







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[04/25/24 - 11:31 AM]
Netflix Greenlights Leanne Morgan Scripted Comedy from Co-Creator Chuck Lorre
Additionally, Morgan will do two stand-up specials for Netflix.

[04/25/24 - 11:01 AM]
Netflix & Shondaland Announce New "Bridgerton" Season 3 Product Collections & Brand Collaborations
In celebration of its upcoming Season 3 premiere, Netflix and Shondaland are announcing new product collections with leading lifestyle brands that speak to the essence of the Bridgerton universe and the underpinnings of the romantic Regency era releasing this spring.

[04/25/24 - 10:37 AM]
ABC's "Will Trent" Continues Momentum as Series Logs Highest Total Viewer Audience to Date and Highest Adults 18-49 Rating in Over a Year
After 35 days of viewing on ABC, Hulu and digital platforms, "Will Trent" continues its ratings climb in episode three of season two, growing to 11.23 million Total Viewers and marking its highest multiplatform telecast to date.

[04/25/24 - 10:07 AM]
Video: "Prom Dates" - Official Trailer - Hulu
"Prom Dates" follows best friends Jess and Hannah, who made a pact at 13 to have the perfect senior prom.

[04/25/24 - 10:02 AM]
HGTV Picks-Up New Season of Popular Hawaii-Based Series "Renovation Aloha"
The new season is slated to premiere in 2025.

[04/25/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for Third Season of "Mayor of Kingstown"
In season three, a series of explosions rock Kingstown and its citizens, as a new face of the Russian mob sets up shop in the city, and a drug war rages inside and outside prison walls.

[04/25/24 - 10:00 AM]
The CW Network Enters Exclusive Multi-Year Agreement to Air Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Pageants
The 73rd Miss USA Pageant will air live on Sunday, August 4 while the companion pageant, Miss Teen USA, will air live on Thursday, August 1.

[04/25/24 - 09:29 AM]
The Brenner Brothers Are Back with a Sequel This Holiday Season on Hallmark Channel!
Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker and Margaret Colin reprise their roles in the all-new sequel to "Three Wise Men and a Baby" - the #1 most-watched original movie premiere of 2022.

[04/25/24 - 09:01 AM]
The History Channel to Premiere Two-Night Event "The Great War" Executive Produced by Robin Roberts on May 27
The documentary series is told through dramatic narrative sequences, insightful interviews and contemporary scholarship, and dynamic archival footage.

[04/25/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Clipped" - Official Trailer - Laurence Fishburne, Jacki Weaver, Cleopatra Coleman, Ed O'Neill - FX
The scandalous story of LA's other basketball team.

[04/25/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for the New Documentary Series "Hollywood Con Queen," Featuring the Unbelievable Story of One of Hollywood's Biggest Scams, Premiering Globally May 8
"Hollywood Con Queen" hails from Emmy winner Chris Smith and Library Films.

[04/25/24 - 08:30 AM]
CBS Renews Drama "The Equalizer" for the 2024-2025 Broadcast Season
It is a top 10 primetime broadcast drama, ranking #8 overall season-to-date with 7.89 million viewers, according to Nielsen Most Current Data.

[04/25/24 - 08:01 AM]
Paramount+ Announces New Docuseries "Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza" to Premiere May 21
Directed by the multi-Emmy nominated Michael John Warren and executive produced by multi-Emmy nominees James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte, the three-part series made its triumphant world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.

[04/25/24 - 08:00 AM]
Lights, Camera... "Action"! The High-Octane Documentary Series Makes Its Streaming Debut on Peacock on April 26
The new series features the real lives behind some of Hollywood's top stunt performers, including behind-the-scenes footage of Universal Pictures' The Fall Guy (in theaters May 3).

[04/25/24 - 05:00 AM]
Entertainment Icon Reba McEntire to Host the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards
The 16-time ACM Award-winning host will also take center stage to perform new music, in addition to helming country music's longest-running awards show.