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    [tuesday, september 22, 2020]    
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[09/22/20 - 11:45 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, September 22
Updates include: "Supergirl" to sign off after upcoming sixth season; Paramount Network pivots to made-for-TV movie focus; and Parisa Fitz-Henley scores lead in ABC's "Triage" pilot.

[09/22/20 - 03:01 PM]
Primetime ABC Special Reveals How Paris Hilton, Britney Spears and Kim Kardashian West Changed Hollywood's Fame Game and Paved the Way for a New Era of Celebrity and Social Media Influencers
"$ellebrity: The Go-To Girls - A Special Edition of 20/20" airs this Sunday, September 27 at 8:00/7:00c.

[09/22/20 - 03:00 PM]
For 2019-2020 Season, "Nightline" Delivers Most-Watched Season in 3 Years with Season-to-Season Gains in Total Viewers and Adults 25-54
ABC further spins the late-night numbers for the season to date.

[09/22/20 - 02:00 PM]
"48 Hours" Finishes Its 14th Consecutive Broadcast Year as Saturday's #1 Non-Sports Primetime Program
CBS further spins the numbers for the season to date.

[09/22/20 - 01:37 PM]
Season Four of Phil Rosenthal's Beloved "Somebody Feed Phil" Premieres on Netflix Friday, October 30th
Season four comes on the heels of season three, which premiered on May 29 on Netflix and featured stops in Marrakesh, Chicago, London, Seoul, and Montreal.

[09/22/20 - 01:32 PM]
Video: New Trailer - Hulu's "Books of Blood"
The feature takes audiences on a journey into uncharted and forbidden territory through three uncanny tales tangled in space and time.

[09/22/20 - 01:31 PM]
"Stylish with Jenna Lyons" Set to Premiere November 26 on HBO Max
A refreshing mix of elevated documentary and formatted competition, the series follows Jenna as she tackles design projects that will help define her future business.

[09/22/20 - 01:03 PM]
Billy Porter to Narrate HBO Max Docuseries "Equal"
The four-part LGBTQ+ docuseries, chronicling the untold events leading up to the Stonewall Uprising, premieres Thursday, October 22.

[09/22/20 - 12:39 PM]
Video: Trailer for Max Original "Haute Dog," Meet the Fierce Contestants of the Dog Grooming Competition Series Premiering September 24 on HBO Max
Meet some of these fierce competitors ahead of the series premiere this Thursday and tune-in to see the winning transformations.

[09/22/20 - 12:06 PM]
Syfy Greenlights Bobby Moynihan, Jillian Bell-Led Animated Series "The Pole" for Late-Night Adult Animation Block "TZGZ"
The series has also added series regular Nicole Byer, and recurring cast members SungWon Cho, Colin Jost, Tim Simons and Sasheer Zamata.

[09/22/20 - 12:02 PM]
Byron Allen's Entertainment Studios Renews "Justice for All with Judge Cristina Perez" for Seven More Seasons
Originally launched in September 2012, the series began airing its ninth season earlier this month.

[09/22/20 - 11:49 AM]
Animal Planet's "Dr. Jeff: Rocky Mountain Vet" Returns for an All-New Season Saturday, September 26
After 30 years in his field, Dr. Jeff still hasn't seen it all - with the clinic's continuous flow of mysterious pet ailments, severe injuries and accidents, every day brings a fresh and exciting challenge.

[09/22/20 - 10:30 AM]
"A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote" Premieres October 15 on HBO Max
Stars Rob Lowe, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, Bradley Whitford and Martin Sheen will reprise their roles from the episode.

[09/22/20 - 10:30 AM]
Apple TV+ Orders New Series "High Desert," Starring and Executive Produced by Academy Award Winner Patricia Arquette and Directed and Executive Produced by Ben Stiller
"High Desert" follows Peggy (Arquette), a former addict who decides to make a new start after the death of her beloved mother, with whom she lived in the small desert town of Yucca Valley, California, and makes a life-changing decision to become a private investigator.

[09/22/20 - 10:15 AM]
Hulu Original Film "Run" Premieres November 20th
The film stars Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award winner Sarah Paulson and introduces newcomer Kiera Allen.

[09/22/20 - 10:10 AM]
Xilam Animation's CGI Slapstick Comedy "Trico" Heading to Netflix
Created by Xilam's Hugo Gittard, the series is slated for delivery in early 2022.

[09/22/20 - 10:00 AM]
Video: CBS All Access Releases Trailer and Key Art for New Docuseries "That Animal Rescue Show"
The 10-episode docuseries follows the animal rescue community in and around Austin, Texas.

[09/22/20 - 10:00 AM]
Emmy(R) Award Winner and New "Dancing with the Stars" Judge Derek Hough Signs Overall Deal with ABC Entertainment
In this role, Hough will host and develop specials and entertainment programming for the network.

[09/22/20 - 09:59 AM]
Video: HBO Special Event "David Byrne's American Utopia" Directed by Spike Lee Debuts October 17
Featuring David Byrne and an ensemble of eleven musicians from around the globe, the show invites audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount.

[09/22/20 - 09:37 AM]
Discovery Channel and Cal Fire Take Viewers to the Frontlines of California's Wildfires in Brand-New Series, "Cal Fire," Premiering 4Q 2020
The network will also air a first look tonight at 10:00/9:00c that delivers an in-depth view at the current wildfires ablaze throughout California.

[09/22/20 - 09:33 AM]
HBO Max Greenlights Documentary Series "Not So Pretty"
The four episode, half-hour investigation-driven project will bring awareness to the lurking dangers in the commodities we all use every day without question for makeup, skin-care, nails, and hair.

[09/22/20 - 09:16 AM]
New Drama Series "Patria," Produced by HBO Europe in Spain, Debuts September 27 on HBO in the U.S., Europe and Latin America
New episodes will roll out weekly on those respective days.

[09/22/20 - 09:03 AM]
"The Graham Norton Show" Is Back In-Studio! BBC America's Favorite Late-Night Host Returns with Full-Length Brand-New Episodes on Friday, October 9th on BBC America
The 24-episode season will have a mix of in-studio and remote guests, as well as Graham's return of the beloved Red Chair audience stories.

[09/22/20 - 09:00 AM]
Meet the 11 New Teams Who Will Race Around the World When "The Amazing Race" Returns, Wednesday, Oct. 14 on CBS!
The globe-trotting teams begin their adventure, which filmed prior to the global outbreak of the coronavirus, from the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and travel to their first destination, Trinidad and Tobago.

[09/22/20 - 08:13 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Opens Season on Top with "Monday Night Football"
The Alphabet's simulcast of the ESPN series puts it in front among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[09/22/20 - 08:03 AM]
We Thought We Told You That We Won't Stop - "Power Book II: Ghost" Renewed for Season Two
Starz confirmed the news on social media this morning.

[09/22/20 - 08:02 AM]
Post Malone Leads the "2020 Billboard Music Awards" Nominations with 16
Lil Nas X (13), Billie Eilish (12), Khalid (12), Lizzo (11) and Kanye West (9) also led the nominations.

[09/22/20 - 08:01 AM]
TLC's Newest Series "I Love a Mama's Boy" Follows a Different Kind of Love Triangle Between Girlfriend, Boyfriend and His Mother
The series premieres Sunday, October 25 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[09/22/20 - 08:00 AM]
Ty Pennington to Star Alongside Top HGTV Designers in Newly Greenlighted Series "Ty Breaker"
The eight-episode series will follow Pennington as he helps desperate families decide whether to overhaul their current property or renovate a new one to better meet their needs.

[09/22/20 - 07:01 AM]
BTS To Appear on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" for Weeklong Special
"BTS Week" will feature a unique performance each night, including a rendition of their chart-topping new single, "Dynamite," comedy bits with host Jimmy Fallon and a virtual interview.

[09/22/20 - 07:00 AM]
CBS News' "America Decides: 2020" Coverage Will Focus Heavily on Critical Issues and Examine Voter Integrity, Investigate Misinformation and Listen to Voters
"America Decides: 2020" special coverage will draw upon the expertise and journalism from across the division, including the Election and Polling team; the Race and Culture Unit; and CBS News' team of political journalists.

[09/22/20 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Over the Moon" - Official Trailer #2 - Netflix
The film is directed by Oscar(R)-winning filmmaker & animator Glen Keane and produced by Gennie Rim and Peilin Chou.

[09/22/20 - 05:01 AM]
Oprah Winfrey, NAACP and National Voting Rights Leaders Join Together for National Town Hall: "OWN Your Vote: Our Lives Depend on It"
Slated to take place on September 24, the hour-long conversation will include remarks from leaders in the fight for voting rights, including Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Stacey Abrams, Minyon Moore, Tiffany Dena Loftin, Judith Browne Dianis, and other key leaders.

[09/22/20 - 12:05 AM]
Video: Netflix Debuts Main Trailer for First Norwegian Netflix Film "Cadaver"
The film is written and directed by the young and talented director Jarand Herdal and stars Gitte Witt, Thorbjørn Harr and Thomas Gullestad.

[09/21/20 - 11:13 PM]
Development Update: Monday, September 21
Updates include: Netflix cancels "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance"; Phillipa Soo, Jake McDorman get "Dopesick" for Hulu; and Natasha Lyonne, Alia Shawkat bring "Desert People" to Amazon.

[09/21/20 - 09:29 PM]
Netflix Confirms Casting of Han So-hee and Ahn Bo-hyun for New Action Noir Series "Undercover" (Working Title)
The series tells the story of Ji-u, who joins a drug cartel and becomes a mole in the police force to seek the truth behind her father's death.

[09/21/20 - 12:39 PM]
Bravo's "Below Deck" Returns to the Caribbean, and a Fan Favorite Cruises Into Port in the Season Eight Premiere Monday, November 2, at 9 PM ET/PT
Captain Lee returns to one of his favorite places to sail, the Caribbean.

[09/21/20 - 12:12 PM]
Kate Winslet and Priyanka Chopra-Jonas Join "A World of Calm," Launching October 1 on HBO Max
They join previously announced narrators Mahershala Ali, Idris Elba, Oscar Isaac, Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Lucy Liu, Cillian Murphy, and Keanu Reeves.

[09/21/20 - 12:06 PM]
Even the Chimps Are Being Homeschooled on BBC America's "Baby Chimp Rescue"
The three-part series premieres Saturday, December 5 at 8:00/7:00c.

[09/21/20 - 11:30 AM]
For the First Time Ever, ABC's "Shark Tank" Heads to Las Vegas and Two Brand-New Guest Sharks Try Their Luck in the Tank
Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS and co-founder of Madefor, and Kendra Scott, founder and CEO, Kendra Scott, LLC, and one of only 16 women to found a $1 billion company, will appear individually alongside Sharks Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John and Kevin O'Leary.

[09/21/20 - 11:17 AM]
HGTV's "Windy City Rehab" Delivered Double-Digit L3 Ratings Growth Over Prior Six Weeks and YAGO on Tuesday, Sept. 15
HGTV further spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 15.

[09/21/20 - 10:38 AM]
Video: David E. Kelley's "Big Sky" First Look
The new drama premieres Tuesday, November 17 on ABC.

[09/21/20 - 10:21 AM]
"72nd Emmy(R) Awards" Delivers ABC's Largest Audience to Time Slot Since April
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, September 20.

[09/21/20 - 10:03 AM]
Showtime(R) Documentary Films Announces "Citizen Bio" A Timely Documentary Exploring the Biohacking Movement
The film explores in depth the nascent biohacking movement and the unconventional scientists and researchers developing alternative medicines to prolong human life and eradicate incurable viruses and diseases.

[09/21/20 - 10:01 AM]
AMC+ to Debut Episodes of "The Walking Dead," "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" and "Soulmates" on Thursday, October 1
Said stunt is timed with the launches of "Gangs of London" and "The Salisbury Poisonings" on the streaming service.

[09/21/20 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Mr. Mercedes" - Official Trailer - Peacock
The series makes its debut on the streaming service on Thursday, October 15.

[09/21/20 - 09:00 AM]
Adult Swim and Ben & Jerry's Present Run the Jewels Special Performance to Inspire Voter Registration and Election Turnout
The event will air Saturday, October 10 at Midnight ET/PT, only on Adult Swim, to encourage fans to vote this November.

[09/21/20 - 08:57 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "Sunday Night Football" Puts NBC in Front
The network holds off the competition in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[09/21/20 - 08:37 AM]
MTV's Iconic "16 and Pregnant" Returns as a Reimagined Docu-Series
The new iteration will follow the unexpected pregnancy journey from multiple perspectives, not just from the young mother.

[09/21/20 - 07:04 AM]
FX Sets Premiere Date for "Black Narcissus"
The series will premiere all three episodes on FX on Monday, November 23 beginning at 8:00/7:00c, with the full series also available the following day on FX on Hulu.







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[03/27/24 - 12:00 PM]
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[03/27/24 - 10:02 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 10:00 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 09:59 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 09:30 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 09:17 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 09:00 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 08:58 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 07:01 AM]
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[03/27/24 - 06:01 AM]
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