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I AM SOMEBODY'S CHILD: THE REGINA LOUISE STORY (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 4/20/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, February 2019) As part of Lifetime's continued commitment to bring awareness to causes worthy of notice from stopping sexual violence and abuse with Surviving R. Kelly to detailing the water crisis in Michigan with the Emmy-nominated film Flint, Lifetime next shines a light into the foster care system in the powerful new movie, I Am Somebody's Child: The Regina Louise Story. Based on author and motivational speaker Regina Louise's personal experience navigating the broken system, Ginnifer Goodwin (Once Upon A Time) and newcomer Angela Fairley (GodComplx), a foster child herself, star in the movie, premiering Easter Weekend on Saturday, April 20th at 8pm ET/PT. Lifetime will also debut a new PSA, featuring the stars of the movie and Regina herself, driving viewers to resources and more information on adoption and foster care. I Am Somebody's Child tells the journey of a young African American girl (Fairley) who navigates over 30 foster homes and psychiatric facilities before age 18, and the one woman, Jeanne (Goodwin), who believes in her. After Jeanne's unsuccessful attempt to adopt Regina due to a racially motivated ruling, their bond is forced apart. I Am Somebody's Child is Regina's story of how one woman's belief and love becomes her lifeline as she defeats the odds of a corrupt system and succeeds. After 25 years, Jeanne is finally able to adopt Regina in the same courthouse that denied them previously. |
EASTER UNDER WRAPS (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 4/20/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, March 2019) Marketing director at Cavendish Chocolates, Erika (Gubelmann) goes undercover to see why sales have declined and learns from handsome chocolatier Bryan (Penny) automation has replaced quality. Later, at the museum, Erika is saddened to see the replica of the Cavendish egg, and is inspired by Bryan's Easter egg sketches to go retro and bring back the legendary confection! Excited, the two pitch the idea to board members, who know Erika is undercover. Too bad Bryan sees her photo at a Cavendish event, and feeling duped, wonders if he should accept a job offer from a rival company. |
HOW HIGH 2 (MTV)
· [original telefilm] · 4/20/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from MTV's press release, March 2019) MTV has set Saturday, April 20th at 9:00PM ET/PT for the highly anticipated TV premiere of How High 2, the much buzzed-about sequel to the iconic stoner classic. Mike Epps reprises his role as 'Baby Powder' alongside the previously announced all-star cast including Lil Yachty, D.C. Young Fly, Alyssa Goss, DeRay Davis and Mary Lynn Rajskub, with special appearances from Blac Youngsta, NeNe Leakes, Cynthia Bailey, Lil Baby, and Justine Skye. The follow up to the 2001 pop-culture phenomenon, previously led by Method Man and Redman, chronicles two young "potrepreneurs" on a magical weed-filled journey to fund their on-demand munchies delivery start-up. Lil Yachty (Roger) plays an entrepreneur and stars opposite of D.C. Young Fly (Calvin) who plays his best friend. Set in the streets of Atlanta, How High 2 features music from today's most notable artists in hip-hop including "Forever Young" by Lil Yachty featuring Diplo, "Stir Fry" by Migos and "100 Miles & Running" by Logic featuring Wale & John Lindahl. |
LETTER FROM MY MOTHER (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 4/20/19 at 10:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, March 2019) A single father has a fractious relationship with his rebellious teen-age daughter. When a lost letter written to the daughter from her dying mother is miraculously found, everything starts to turn around. Inspired by a true story. Stars Barry Watson, Cindy Busby, Karen Holness, Jaime M. Callica, and Jordyn Ashely Olson (2019). |
JEREMY WADE'S DARK WATERS (ANIMAL PLANET)
· [series premiere] · 4/21/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) Biologist Jeremy Wade has spent the last 35 years solving mysteries that lurk in our planet's rivers, lakes and seas. In 2017, he hung up his rod after nine seasons on Animal Planet's #1 rated series, River Monsters, where he reeled in some of the rarest, most elusive and most dangerous creatures lurking beneath the water's surface. But the waters of the world run deep; they're dark and forever changing and many mysteries remain. Jeremy returns to Animal Planet in a captivating new series that brings him back to the water's edge to investigate reports of the unimaginable and unexplained in Jeremy Wade's Dark Waters, which will launch globally to Animal Planet's 360 million homes in 205 countries and territories. |
FISH OR DIE (ANIMAL PLANET)
· [series premiere] · 4/21/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) For some, fishing is a relaxing solitary experience, but in Fish or Die, extreme fishermen and best buddies Chris Owens, Brian Jill, Thad Robison, and Jay Johnson, it's a passion that drives them to explore some of the most remote and dangerous destinations on the planet in the hopes of finding fish where no one has ever fished before. From glacial streams in Greenland to raging rapids in Borneo, this team of adventurers travel the globe to chase rumors of giant fish in untouched waters. They are not survival experts, but these close friends are determined to work together and boldly follow their dreams to be the very first to fish some of the most uncharted waters left on Earth. |
LIVE RESCUE (A&E)
· [series premiere] · 4/22/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 9:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from A&E's press release, March 2019) A&E has partnered with Big Fish Entertainment, an MGM Company, the team behind the groundbreaking hit "Live PD," to produce the new live documentary series, "Live Rescue." The announcement was made today by Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E. "Live Rescue" premieres on Monday, April 22 at 9pm ET/PT. For two hours on Monday nights, "Live Rescue" will follow first responders from across the country as they bravely put their lives on the line responding to emergency rescue calls. Veteran journalist Ashleigh Banfield ("Crime & Justice with Ashleigh Banfield," "CNN Newsroom") will host "Live Rescue." A&E has ordered eight two-hour episodes. |
GENTLEMAN JACK (HBO)
· [series premiere] · 4/22/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) The HBO/BBC drama series GENTLEMAN JACK begins its eight-episode season MONDAY, APRIL 22 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO. Created, written and co-directed by Sally Wainwright ("Happy Valley," "Last Tango in Halifax"), and starring BAFTA Award winner Suranne Jones ("Doctor Foster," "Save Me"), GENTLEMAN JACK tells the story of a woman who had a passion for life and a mind for business, and bucked society's expectations at every turn. The series will also be available on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand and partners' streaming platforms. GENTLEMAN JACK will air in the UK on BBC One this spring. Set in the complex, changing world of 1832 Halifax, West Yorkshire - the cradle of the evolving Industrial Revolution - GENTLEMAN JACK focuses on landowner Anne Lister, who is determined to transform the fate of her faded ancestral home, Shibden Hall, by reopening the coal mines and marrying well. The charismatic, single-minded, swashbuckling Lister - who dresses head-to-toe in black and charms her way into high society - has no intention of marrying a man. The story examines Lister's relationships with her family, servants, tenants and industrial rivals and, most importantly, would-be wife. Based in historical fact, the real-life Anne Lister's story was recorded in the four million words of her diaries, and the most intimate details of her life, once hidden in a secret code, have been decoded and revealed for the series. |
I THINK YOU SHOULD LEAVE WITH TIM ROBINSON (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/23/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
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GAMES PEOPLE PLAY (BET)
· [series premiere - special time] · 4/23/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from BET's press release, March 2019) After four riveting seasons, "BEING MARY JANE" fans will find out if Mary Jane Paul can truly "have it all" in an epic, two-hour series finale film airing on BET Tuesday, April 23 at 8 PM ET/PT. Starring Gabrielle Union, the movie event boasts an all-star cast including Michael Ealy, Morris Chestnut, Lisa Vidal, Richard Roundtree, Margaret Avery, Richard Brooks, BJ Britt, Raven Goodwin and Nicholas Gonzalez. As this chapter draws to a close, "BEING MARY JANE" will bow out with the same authentic voice that resonated with fans and made them fall in love with Mary Jane. Following Mary Jane's final sign-off, viewers will be introduced to their newest guilty pleasure, "GAMES PEOPLE PLAY" premiering at a special time on Tuesday, April 23 at 10 PM ET/PT. Starting Tuesday, April 30, the series will resume at its regular time at 9 PM ET/PT. Starring Lauren London, Sarunas J. Jackson, Parker McKenna Posey, Karen Obilom and Jackie Long, "GAMES PEOPLE PLAY" is a sexy, stylized drama about the L.A. high life, where everyone plays to win. Based on the popular book by Angela Burt-Murray "Games Divas Play," "GAMES PEOPLE PLAY" follows a desperate basketball wife trying to protect her family, a tenacious journalist struggling to rebuild a tarnished career, and a scandalous groupie looking to become a star, who all find it is murder trying to stay on top. |
1969 (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 4/23/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) New docu-series "1969" weaves together rarely told stories of the moon landing, Manson murders, Chappaquiddick scandal and Woodstock with that of Nixon's first year in office, John Lennon's Bed-Ins for Peace, FBI shootouts with black activists and the Stonewall Uprising. The six-part series features gripping first-hand accounts of how these events came together at the same dizzying, chaotic time. "1969" premieres Tuesday, April 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. The six-part docu-series' original score by multiplatinum producer and GRAMMY(R)-nominated artist, producer and songwriter Salaam Remi pays tribute to the revolutionary sounds of a year that reshaped rock. |
BONDING (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/24/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, December 2018) Bonding centers on the relationship between former high-school BFFs, Pete, a recently out gay man, and Tiff, a grad student and secretly one of New York City's top dominatrixes, who reconnect in an unexpected way years later. The dark comedy is loosely based on the life experiences of Rightor Doyle (Barry, You're the Worst, Nerve), who serves as writer, director, showrunner, and executive producer. |
SKYSCRAPERS: ENGINEERING THE FUTURE (SCIENCE)
· [series premiere] · 4/24/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Science Channel's press release, April 2019) From Willis Tower to One World Trade Center, skyscrapers are emblematic of the world's great cities. Since their beginnings in the late 19th century, these tall towers have constantly evolved as architects and structural engineers pushed the boundaries of what's possible. The new Science Channel series, SKYSCRAPERS: ENGINEERING THE FUTURE, puts the spotlight on what the world's most ambitious cities are doing to transform their skylines with designs that seem to defy gravity. The six-episode series premieres Wednesday, April 24 at 10pm ET/PT on Science Channel. Throughout the series, SKYSCRAPERS: ENGINEERING THE FUTURE unlocks the inner workings of these urban goliaths. From Chicago to London, Melbourne to Tokyo, each episode gives viewers a never-before-seen look at these herculean structures. The 2,722-feet Burj Khalifa in Dubai is not only the tallest building in the world, but the inspiration for a new generation of builders. In Singapore, the famed Marina Bay Sands hotel has challenged the concept of what a building's function can be, maximizing its connectivity to operate as a modern micro-city. |
CHAMBERS (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/26/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, March 2019) A young heart attack survivor becomes consumed by the mystery surrounding the heart that saved her life. However, the closer she gets to uncovering the truth about her donor's sudden death, the more she starts taking on the characteristics of the deceased -- some of which are troublingly sinister. Chambers will premiere globally on Netflix April 26, 2019. The series is created by Leah Rachel and executive produced by Alfonso Gomez Rejon and Leah Rachel with producers Winnie Kemp, Wolfgang Hammer, Jennifer Yale, and Steve Gaghan. Series creator Leah Rachel spoke about the show saying: "Taking place in a mystic, New Age pocket of Arizona, Chambers is a psychological horror story that explores the different ways we metabolize trauma. But what starts out as a grounded human story eventually pivots into something far more strange and fucked up than you were expecting." |
STREET FOOD (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/26/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, April 2019) From the creators of Chef's Table, Street Food explores the rich culture of street food in some of the world's most colorful cities. Season one explores nine countries across Asia, highlighting the stories of perseverance that bring each country's cuisine and culture to life. For some of the featured local legends, creating street food began as a necessity, but through generations of refining and honoring family traditions, it became their life-long passion to continue to uplift and bring joy to their communities. Street Food goes beyond the delicious food to document the blood, sweat and tears that goes into each iconic dish. From Jay-Fai who taught herself to cook after losing everything in a fire to 100-year old Mbah Lindu who hasn't changed her recipe since she started, each dish is as unique as the people who create them. |
YANKEE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/26/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, September 2018) Netflix, the world's leading online entertainment service, announced today the start of production of its new original series in Mexico City, Yankee. The series is scheduled to release in 2019. Yankee is the story of Malcolm Moriarty (Pablo Lyle), a young entrepreneur from the United States who, to protect his family, crossed the border into Mexico and became a drug lord. |
MY MOTHER'S KILLER BOYFRIEND (LMN)
· [original telefilm] · 4/26/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
PORTALS TO HELL (TRAVEL)
· [series premiere] · 4/26/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Travel Channel's press release, February 2019) Hauntings exist all over the world, but there are a few locations with sordid pasts and dark histories that are especially sinister and purported to be doorways to the spirit underworld. In Travel Channel's new series, "Portals to Hell," premiering on Friday, April 19 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, television personality and executive producer Jack Osbourne, and paranormal researcher and investigator Katrina Weidman, join forces to explore this phenomenon, investigating each haunted location in search of irrefutable evidence that a spirit world exists, and death is not the end. In each of the eight hour-long episodes, Osbourne and Weidman dive headfirst into a different historical site, examining unusual incidents while utilizing specialized technology and a network of experts to help document and uncover the truth. The quest for answers takes the duo to New Orleans' infamous LaLaurie Mansion - where they are the first and only paranormal team to ever investigate the disturbing hauntings within its walls. They also investigate legendary spooky spots including Bobby Mackey's Music World in Kentucky, Eastern State Penitentiary in Pennsylvania, the Alaskan Hotel in Juneau, Ohio's Twin City Opera House, Strawberry River Bed and Breakfast on the outskirts of Utah's Skinwalker Ranch, Pennsylvania's Emerald Hill Estate and the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in West Virginia. |
LOVE TAKES FLIGHT (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 4/27/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, March 2019) Hallmark Channel announces the 263rd installment of the revered Hallmark Hall of Fame, "Love Takes Flight," starring Nikki DeLoach ("Reunited At Christmas," "Truly, Madly, Sweetly") and Jeff Hephner ("Chicago Fire," "Chicago Med") will have its World Premiere on the network, Saturday, April 27 (8 p.m. ET/PT, 7C). Hallmark Hall of Fame, first broadcast in December 1951, is still the longest-running and most award-winning series in the history of television. In "Love Takes Flight," Dr. Lizzie Beauman (DeLoach) is a single mother and hospital administrator determined to attract enough world-class doctors and treatment options to make her hospital successful enough to build a wing for patients' families to be able to stay together while healing. Lizzie's five-year old daughter, Quinn, suffers from an insulin disorder and Lizzie knows the demands on working families who have a sick loved one to care for. Lizzie has spent years doing her best construction building walls around her own expectations: no fun and no spontaneity here as the best-lived lives are created through discipline and order. But all that changes when new EMS pilot Charley Allen (Hephner) comes into Lizzie and Quinn's lives. Charley challenges the constrictions Lizzie places on herself, especially, her fear of flying. And Charley learns something from Lizzie about the patience it takes to nurture relationships, especially between Charley and his dad whose relationship has been strained since his mom passed away. The day comes when Charley and Lizzie must come together as a team, each performing at the highest skill level to save a transplant patient. In the process, Lizzie and Charley may be able to heal themselves and their loved ones. |
AERIAL BRITAIN (SMITH)
· [series premiere] · 4/28/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from Smithsonian Channel's press release, March 2019) The hit aerial exploration series from Smithsonian Channel, AERIAL AMERICA, expands across the pond with the debut of AERIAL BRITAIN. This newest installment takes viewers on a journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights. Filmed from helicopters and drones equipped with cutting edge 4K/Ultra High Definition cameras, AERIAL BRITAIN presents views of stunning iconic landmarks, both natural and man-made, as well as fascinating monuments off the beaten path. AERIAL BRITAIN premieres Sunday, April 28 at 8 PM ET/PT on Smithsonian Channel. |
RED LINE, THE (CBS)
· [series premiere] · 4/28/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from CBS's press release, May 2018) From acclaimed producers Ava DuVernay and Greg Berlanti, THE RED LINE is a drama that follows the lives of three vastly different Chicago families whose stories of loss and tragedy intersect in the wake of the mistaken shooting of an African American doctor by a white cop. As the stories of the Calder, Young and Evans families crisscross and converge, a message of hope appears - it's possible to emerge from tragedy stronger, and it's important to come together with others, not just to survive, but to thrive. Academy Award, Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter are executive producers, and Caitlin Parrish and Erica Weiss are co-executive producers for Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios. Victoria Mahoney directed the pilot from a script by Parrish and Weiss. |
REDEMPTION PROJECT WITH VAN JONES, THE (CNN)
· [series premiere] · 4/28/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from CNN's press release, April 2019) It's a big CNN Original Series premiere night on Sunday, April 28 with the series launch of The Redemption Project with Van Jones at 9 p.m. ET/PT and the season four premiere of the Emmy Award-winning United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The Redemption Project with Van Jones is a new eight-part CNN Original Series, created and executive produced by Jonas Bell Pasht and Jonah Bekhor of Citizen Jones and Academy-Award(R)-nominated director Jason Cohen. Offering a rare glimpse into the restorative justice process, each episode follows the victim, or surviving family members, of a life-altering crime as they journey to meet face-to-face with their offender in the hopes of finding answers or some sense of healing. Van Jones serves as a guide for the viewer throughout this transformational experience. Through unique access to the U.S. prison system, this powerful series explores the human potential for redemption. |
INSIDE MIGHTY MACHINES (SMITH)
· [series premiere] · 4/28/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Smithsonian Channel's press release, March 2019) Smithsonian Channel is delving deep into innovations that changed the world with INSIDE MIGHTY MACHINES. Hosted by ex-NASA jet engineer Chad Zdenek, the new six-part series scrapes away the grease and chisels through the rust to reveal the remarkable engineering principles that make great machines run. Working alongside salvage teams as they take these giants apart piece by piece - from a 747 jumbo jet to an oil rig in the North Sea - Zdenek gets a final chance to figure out how they were built and how they worked. Along the way, he explores the impact of each invention and how it changed history. INSIDE MIGHTY MACHINES premieres Sunday, April 28 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Smithsonian Channel. "It's been a privilege to get up close and personal with these extraordinary mega machines to see what makes them tick," says Zdenek. "From the gravity-defying hovercraft to the behemoth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, we're taking viewers under the hood of the most impressive engineering feats in the modern era of mechanics." |
MS FISHER'S MODERN MURDER MYSTERIES (ACORN TV)
· [series premiere] · 4/29/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Acorn TV's press release, March 2019) Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries remains one of Australia's most popular series worldwide. As fans wait for a new feature film, Miss Fisher & the Crypt of Tears, later this year, they can enjoy the top-rated, new spin-off series set in the 1960s. When the famous aunt she never knew, Phryne Fisher, goes missing over the highlands of New Guinea, the gorgeously reckless Peregrine Fisher (Geraldine Hakewill,Wanted) inherits a windfall.Peregrine sets out to become a world-class private detective in her own right with the unerring guidance of The Adventuresses' Club, a group of exceptional women of which her celebrated aunt was a member. A natural rule breaker, Peregrine is fearless, fun, and charmingly down-to-earth, as well as having a keen instinct for solving crimes. With newfound wealth and The Adventuresses to hone her rough edges and become the family she's never had, Peregrine is unstoppable. The series co-stars Joel Jackson (Peter Allen: Not The Boy Next Door, Deadline Gallipoli) as smart, ambitious cop Detective James Steed and Catherine McClements (Wentworth) as Birdie, an ex-member of WW2 Special Forces and head of The Adventuresses. The new series features every bit the embodiment of style, glamour and adventure as the 1920s-set original. |
INGRESS: THE ANIMATION (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 4/30/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
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ON TOUR WITH ASPERGER'S ARE US (HBO)
· [series premiere] · 4/30/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) Since 2010, the sketch-comedy troupe Asperger's Are Us has performed more than 100 shows in nine countries. Now, they're hitting the road for their first cross-country tour, crammed into a relic of an RV that's on the verge of collapse. From executive producers Mark and Jay Duplass (HBO's "Room 104"), ON TOUR WITH ASPERGER'S ARE US follows the team of four on a six-week trip that will test their understanding of friendship, comedy and carburetors. The six-part documentary series debuts with two half-hour episodes back-to-back TUESDAY, APRIL 30 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET/PT), followed by two more episodes on both of the next two days, WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 and THURSDAY, MAY 2 at the same time. The show will also be available on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand and partners' streaming platforms. Meeting more than a decade ago at a camp for kids on the autism spectrum, Noah Britton (a counselor at the time), Ethan Finlan, Jack Hanke and New Michael Ingemi formed Asperger's Are Us, performing shows that feature original absurdist sketches and conducting post-performance Q&As, where they speak about their experiences as comedians. Challenging themselves to leave their comfort zones, Noah, Ethan, Jack and New Michael embark on their most ambitious venture yet: a six-week, multi-city journey from Boston to Los Angeles, along the way sharing their unique perspectives on life as an "Aspie" and the community they've found in performing together as a comedy troupe. As they travel in an old RV that often leaves them stranded, the four endure highs and lows, playing for alternately enthusiastic audiences and nearly empty houses. This intimate, humorous series is an underdog story that features a group of talented and funny performers who embrace shared challenges while working toward one overarching goal: to make people laugh. |
LADIES NIGHT (BET)
· [series premiere] · 4/30/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from BET's press release, April 2019) Rap and R&B royalty holds court with the BET premiere of "LADIES NIGHT," starring SALT-N-PEPA (SNP), DJ SPINDERELLA and SWV. With a legacy spanning over three decades, Salt-N-Pepa has landed their biggest career accomplishment to-date, a Las Vegas residency. While simultaneously preparing for their opportunity of a lifetime, the trio has made the ambitious decision to launch the "Ladies Night" national tour in collaboration with SWV. The stakes are high and reputations are on the line as everyone scrambles to meet expectations and deadlines. We follow along as individual personalities, group egos, personal conflicts and professional obligations all take center stage to discover whether or not the ladies can push it to greatness together. Tune in for the action-packed, drama-filled season of "LADIES NIGHT" starting Tuesday, April 30 at 10:00 PM ET/PT on BET and BET HER. |
KIDS BEHIND BARS: LIFE OR PAROLE (A&E)
· [series premiere] · 4/30/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from A&E's press release, April 2019) A&E Network's new, raw eight-part original docuseries "Kids Behind Bars: Life or Parole" tells the individual stories of eight previously convicted child offenders sentenced to mandatory life terms without parole who are now seeking resentencing, on the heels of a recent United States Supreme Court ruling. While some may be resentenced to life, others could be immediately released or given a new sentence that makes them eligible for parole. The new series chronicles the chilling crimes and the painful and emotional impact on the victims' family and friends as they grapple with the uncertain reality that these convicted offenders could possibly be released back into their communities. Additionally, each episode will include exclusive commentary from the convicted offenders directly from prison as well as leading psychologists, law enforcement and reporters closest to each case as they provide their own unique perspective on the Supreme Court ruling and how its impacting each individual case. "Kids Behind Bars: Life Or Parole" premieres on Tuesday, April 30 at 10PM ET/PT on A&E. |
BEST ROOM WINS (BRAVO)
· [series premiere] · 5/2/19 at 9:30 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:30 PM-10:30 PM EST |
| (from Bravo's press release, March 2019) Bravo Media expands on its home and design programming with new competition series "Best Room Wins," hosted by interior design maven Genevieve Gorder, premiering on Thursday, May 2 at 9:30pm ET/PT. Each episode challenges two top interior designers to create luxury looks for less for couples in desperate need of a room make-over. The rooms will be judged by Genevieve Gorder along with ELLE DECOR Editor-In-Chief Whitney Robinson and a rotating guest judge. The winning designer will be featured in an online spread on ElleDecor.com. Guest judges this season include powerhouse interior designers Jonathan Adler, Kathryn M. Ireland, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Thom Filicia, Jeff Andrews and Jamie Bush along with Molly Sims, Jason Wu and India Hicks. |
DEAD TO ME (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/3/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, April 2019) Jen (Christina Applegate) is a sardonic widow determined to solve her husband's recent hit-and-run murder. Judy (Linda Cardellini) is an optimistic free spirit who's recently suffered her own tragic loss. When the two women meet at a support group, they become unlikely friends despite their polar-opposite personalities. But as they bond over bottles of wine, Entenmann's cookies and a shared affinity for The Facts of Life, Judy desperately tries to shield Jen from a shocking secret that could destroy her life as she knows it. Dead to Me, created by Liz Feldman (2 Broke Girls, One Big Happy), is an addictive dark comedy that dives into the painfully unfiltered, weirdly funny waters of grief, loss and forgiveness. |
FLINCH (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/3/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, August 2018) Flinch is a new all action comedy game show with one simple rule: do not flinch. The show is set on a remote farm in the hills of Ireland where brave and foolish contestants gather to test their nerve against three fiendish games. If they flinch, there are painful consequences both for them, and for our hosts, who have each chosen a player to represent them in the games. The series is hosted by comedians Desiree Burch, Lloyd Griffith and Seann Walsh. The series is produced by Stellify Media (Celebs in Solitary, Beauty Queen and Single) |
TUCA & BERTIE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/3/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, March 2019) Tuca & Bertie is an animated comedy series about the friendship between two 30-year-old bird women who live in the same apartment building: Tuca (Tiffany Haddish), a cocky, care-free toucan, and Bertie (Ali Wong), an anxious, daydreaming songbird. |
WOMAN ON THE BRINK (LMN)
· [original telefilm] · 5/3/19 at 8:00 PM |
| N/A |
MASTERS OF DISASTER (DISCOVERY)
· [series premiere] · 5/3/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery Channel's press release, April 2019) What's old isn't just new again, come doomsday, it'll save your life! Whether threatened by hurricane, power outage or nuclear fallout, most of today's devices that we rely on won't work in a catastrophe - if the internet crashes and power fails modern technology could be rendered useless. Knowing this, survivalists and preppers are on the hunt for bygone technology that will work in any worst-case scenario. Mechanic Beau Boruff, owner of Survival Research Inc., on the outskirts of Chattanooga, Tennessee, leads a talented crew of craftsmen who source, restore, and sell vintage objects that may be useful in any calamity. They are the subject of a new a new six-episode series, MASTERS OF DISASTER, premiering on Friday, May 3rd at 10 p.m. on Discovery. The series will also air on Science Channel following the Discovery premiere. |
DISAPPEARANCE OF SUSAN COX POWELL, THE (OXYGEN)
· [series premiere] · 5/4/19 at 7:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from Oxygen's press release, March 2019) Oxygen Media, the destination for high-quality crime programming, presents the tragic case of Susan Cox Powell, a missing mom that dominated headlines nearly a decade ago in the two-night compelling event, "The Disappearance of Susan Cox Powell," airing Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 at 7:00pm ET/PT. In this ground-breaking four-hour series, the definitive story of Susan's devastating final years are revealed - unveiling alarming new developments, scandalous never-before-seen videos and rare interviews with family members offering a closer than ever look at one of the most shocking cases in recent memory. |
PARIS ROMANCE, A (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 5/4/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Isabella (Lilley) is the ambitious new owner of her family's Oregon winery whose dream of becoming world-renowned takes a big step forward when she enters a prestigious wine competition in Paris. Upon arrival, Isabella meets her biggest competitor, Jacques (Jeannotte), from one of the world's foremost winemaking families. Impressed by Isabella and her expertise in wine, a budding romance develops between them. However, as the results of the competition are announced, Isabella believes Jacques badmouthed her wine. Hurt, she returns home. When Jacques discovers what upset her, he seeks to win her back, even if it means leaving behind his beloved winery. |
PSYCHO STRIPPER (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/5/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) A week before her wedding, beautiful dance studio instructor Amber Clarke suddenly finds herself the obsession of Hunter, the brooding, sexy, exotic male dancer from her bachelorette party, who is harboring a very dark vendetta and will stop at nothing to keep Amber from tying the knot. Stars Karissa Lee Staples, Rachele Brooke Smith, Krystal Joy Brown, Tyler Johnson, Mark Hapka, and Lisa Ann Walter (2019). |
SPANISH PRINCESS, THE (STARZ)
· [series premiere] · 5/5/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from Starz's press release, March 2019) Returning to the world of Tudor royal court intrigue, "The Spanish Princess" is a vivid and captivating story told uniquely from the point of view of the women, which also sheds light on a previously untold corner of history: the lives of people of color, living and working in 16th century London. Catherine of Aragon (Charlotte Hope) is the strong-willed young Princess of Spain, who has been promised the English throne since she was a child. She arrives in a grey, rain-lashed England with her glorious and diverse court including her ladies-in-waiting Lina (Stephanie Levi-John) - a Spanish noble of African Iberian descent - and the sweet and free-spirited Rosa (Nadia Parkes). When her husband Prince Arthur dies suddenly, the throne seems lost to Catherine until she devises an audacious plan and sets her sights on the new heir, the charismatic and headstrong Prince Harry who will one day rule as King Henry VIII. |
STATE OF THE UNION (SUNDANCE NOW)
· [series premiere] · 5/6/19 at 5:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 10:00 PM-10:10 PM EST |
| (from SundanceTV's press release, March 2019) On Monday, May 6, SundanceTV's commitment to innovation in storytelling will be showcased through the new, short form series State of the Union, produced by See-Saw Films. Debuting on SundanceTV, Sundance Now and other digital platforms same day, the highly anticipated series, comprised of ten ten-minute episodes, stars Oscar(R)-nominee Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, A Private War) and Emmy(R)-winner Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Get Shorty). State of the Union will be rolled out on multiple platforms simultaneously, including its "10@10" debut on SundanceTV starting Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 17, where a ten-minute installment will be released each weeknight at 10:00 p.m. ET. Additionally, beginning Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10, viewers can join series' stars Louise (Pike) and Tom (O'Dowd) for a "Digital Happy Hour" with two episodes each day at 5:00 p.m. ET on Sundance Now, SundanceTV.com and the SundanceTV app. Written by Nick Hornby (Brooklyn, An Education) and directed by Stephen Frears (The Queen, A Very English Scandal), State of the Union explores the world of Louise (Pike) and Tom (O'Dowd) as they attempt to repair their crumbling marriage through weekly marital therapy sessions. Before each appointment, the couple meets at a pub where they delve into how they came together and, how eventually, their marriage fell into disrepair. Throughout each episode, audiences are provided with an honest and humorous take on contemporary relationships. |
CHERNOBYL (HBO)
· [original mini-series premiere] · 5/6/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) CHERNOBYL dramatizes the 1986 nuclear accident, one of the worst human-made catastrophes in history, and tells the story of the brave men and women who made incredible sacrifices to save Europe from unimaginable disaster, all the while battling a culture of disinformation. Debuting MONDAY, MAY 6 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), followed by other episodes subsequent Mondays at the same time, exclusively on HBO, the five-part miniseries stars Jared Harris ("The Crown"; Emmy? nominee for "Mad Men"), Stellan Skarsgård ("Melancholia," "Good Will Hunting") and Emily Watson (Oscar? nominee for "Hilary and Jackie" and "Breaking the Waves"). The miniseries will also be available on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand and partners' streaming platforms. |
STATE OF THE UNION (SUNDANCE)
· [series premiere] · 5/6/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 10:00 PM-10:10 PM EST |
| (from SundanceTV's press release, March 2019) On Monday, May 6, SundanceTV's commitment to innovation in storytelling will be showcased through the new, short form series State of the Union, produced by See-Saw Films. Debuting on SundanceTV, Sundance Now and other digital platforms same day, the highly anticipated series, comprised of ten ten-minute episodes, stars Oscar(R)-nominee Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, A Private War) and Emmy(R)-winner Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Get Shorty). State of the Union will be rolled out on multiple platforms simultaneously, including its "10@10" debut on SundanceTV starting Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 17, where a ten-minute installment will be released each weeknight at 10:00 p.m. ET. Additionally, beginning Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10, viewers can join series' stars Louise (Pike) and Tom (O'Dowd) for a "Digital Happy Hour" with two episodes each day at 5:00 p.m. ET on Sundance Now, SundanceTV.com and the SundanceTV app. Written by Nick Hornby (Brooklyn, An Education) and directed by Stephen Frears (The Queen, A Very English Scandal), State of the Union explores the world of Louise (Pike) and Tom (O'Dowd) as they attempt to repair their crumbling marriage through weekly marital therapy sessions. Before each appointment, the couple meets at a pub where they delve into how they came together and, how eventually, their marriage fell into disrepair. Throughout each episode, audiences are provided with an honest and humorous take on contemporary relationships. |
TEXICANAS (BRAVO)
· [series premiere] · 5/7/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Bravo's press release, March 2019) Bravo Media presents the social scene of San Antonio, Texas in the new docuseries "Texicanas" premiering Tuesday, May 7 at 10pm ET/PT. Boasting one of the largest Latino populations in the United States, San Antonio is a city rich in Mexican culture and flare, making it the leading destination for Mexican nationals. The series follows Penny Ayarzagoitia, Mayra Farret, Lorena Martinez, Anayancy Nolasco, Karla Ramirez, and Luz Ortiz, a stylish group of San Antonio sophisticates as they try to balance their social lives and the demands of raising a family. But, it's their shared experience of facing the ongoing challenges of American culture, while still finding ways to honor their heritage and traditions that bonds these ladies with a connection that runs deeper than friendship. |
KLEPPER (COMEDY)
· [series premiere] · 5/9/19 at 10:30 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 10:30 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Comedy Central's press release, March 2019) Jordan Klepper is not behind a desk in New York City. He's sinking in a boat with environmental protesters in a Louisiana bayou. He's packing moving boxes with one of the nation's first Native American Congresswomen in New Mexico and he's posting bail at the Fulton County Jail. The premiere episode features Klepper getting body-slammed by a vet dealing with PTSD in Texas. In Comedy Central's new docuseries, Klepper leaves the comfort of the studio and embeds on the front lines of America's push for change. Punctuated with his self-deprecating wit and lots of way-harder-than-I-thought reality checks, the all-new immersive documentary series Klepper debuts May 9 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central. "When Jordan said he wanted to travel the country to explore our most pressing issues and talk to the people on the front lines fighting for change, little did we know that he would capsize a boat in the Bayou or get arrested in Georgia," said Sarah Babineau and Jonas Larsen, Executive Vice Presidents and Co-Heads of Talent and Development for Comedy Central. "But we think that his super funny, poignant, and provocative portrait of America, was (almost) worth the bodily harm and criminal record." "As I learned from middle school basketball, you only experience so much from the sidelines," said Klepper. "Riding shotgun with America's resistors, contrarians and dreamers, I saw firsthand our country's fighting spirit. Affecting real change, left or right, is way harder than clicking the donate button. That being said, donate if you can, poster board doesn't grow on trees." |
SOCIETY, THE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/10/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, November 2018) The Society follows a group of teenagers who are mysteriously transported to a facsimile of their wealthy New England town, left without any trace of their parents. As they struggle to figure out what has happened to them and how to get home, they must establish order and form alliances if they want to survive. The series is a modern take on Lord of the Flies. Chris Keyser (The Last Tycoon, Tyrant, Party of Five) will write and executive produce the series that will span 10 episodes, and Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer, The Amazing Spider-Man) will serve as director and executive producer. It was previously announced that Kathryn Newton (Big Little Lies, Lady Bird) will star as "Allie," who has lived her entire life in the shadow of her more remarkable older sister Cassandra. Whatever Allie's strengths are, she has very little sense of them. Allie inspires her sister to take charge of the group as they are thrust in to the mysterious new world. |
MY MOTHER WAS A SERIAL KILLER (LMN)
· [original telefilm] · 5/10/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) After a teenager reaches out to her estranged mother who is doing time in prison for a double homicide, a string of copycat murders leads her to believe that her mother is innocent... and that the real killer is now targeting her. Stars Monroe Cline, Crystal Allen, Jhey Castles, Andrew Lauer. (2019) |
WU-TANG CLAN: OF MICS AND MEN (SHOWTIME)
· [series premiere] · 5/10/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Showtime's press release, January 2019) On the heels of its world premiere at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, today SHOWTIME announced that WU-TANG CLAN: OF MICS AND MEN, the four-part limited docuseries from filmmaker Sacha Jenkins (BURN MOTHERF*CKER, BURN!), will premiere on Friday, May 10 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The announcement was made today by Gary Levine, President of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc., at the Television Critics Association's Winter Press Tour. As the group marks the 25th anniversary of their breakout debut album Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the series looks back on their career, combining intimate and reflective interviews from each of the nine living members with never-before-seen archival footage and performances. The series follows the founding members - RZA, GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck, Raekwon the Chef, U-God, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Masta Killa and Cappadonna - many of whom were childhood friends in the hardscrabble world of '70s and '80s Staten Island and Brooklyn. Their ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit brought them together to overcome the poverty, violence and oppression of their neighborhoods. But it was music and their shared lyrical genius that allowed them to form the most recognized musical movement in the world, all while walking the treacherous tightrope that links business with brotherhood. |
HOMEKILLING QUEEN (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/11/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) Whitney Manning, gorgeous, entitled and deranged daughter of wealthy equally disturbed Connie, is determined to become Homecoming Queen... and nothing, absolutely nothing will stand in her way. When Natasha Hart decides to run also, despite problems in her past, she has no inkling of the war Whitney and her mother will wage to stop her from pursuing the title. Stars Ashley Jones, Kaitlyn Bernard, Kayleigh Shikanai, Krista Bridges, and Jennifer Dale (2019). |
FEELING OF HOME, A (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 5/11/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Host of a New England web series, Abby (Walsh) is set to launch her own line of home products. All she needs is a few more authentically northeastern webisodes and the deal is done. But Abby's roots are actually in Texas and through her mother's (Humes) request she must return to her dad's (Benson) ranch to help him. Surprised to find her former boyfriend Ryan (Parsons) is the ranch manager, Abby is soon swept up in their old chemistry. Torn between her Texas roots and her New England aspirations, Abby must decide where she belongs - with work in the northeast, or deep in the heart of Texas. |
KILLER GRANDMA (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/12/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) Melissa, a happily married woman with an eight-year-old daughter invites her husband's mother to live with them. However, Melissa comes to realize that Grandma is unhinged and wants to kidnap Melissa's daughter to replace her own dead child. Stars Kelly Sullivan, and Nana Visitor (2019). |
L.A.'S FINEST (SPECTRUM)
· [series premiere] · 5/13/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Spectrum's press release, February 2019) "L.A.'s Finest," the highly anticipated series marking the launch of Charter Communications' premium content initiative Spectrum Originals, and produced by Sony Pictures Television, will make its premiere on Spectrum's On Demand platform on Monday, May 13, 2019. The announcement was made today on social media by series stars and executive producers Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba (click here and here for video). The first three installments in the 13-episode series will be exclusively available to Spectrum video subscribers free On Demand (and without ads) on May 13, after which new episodes will release every Monday until the finale. From the universe of the Jerry Bruckheimer/Michael Bay "Bad Boys" franchise, the one-hour series follows Syd Burnett (Union), last seen in Miami taking down a drug cartel, who has seemingly left her complicated past behind to become an LAPD detective. Paired with a new partner, Nancy McKenna (Alba), a working mom with an equally complex history, Syd is forced to confront how her unapologetic lifestyle may be masking a greater personal secret. Taking on the most dangerous criminals in Los Angeles while skirting the rules, and speed limits, Syd and Nancy become a force to be reckoned with - on the streets, and in each other's lives. |
SAY YES TO THE NEST (HGTV)
· [series premiere] · 5/13/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 10:00 PM-10:30 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) HGTV helps newlywed couples find their first home together in its new series Say Yes to the Nest. A significant milestone for any couple, the homebuying process provides an inside look at the dynamics of their relationship as they begin to lay the foundation for a "nest" of their own. |
EMPLOYABLES, THE (A&E)
· [series premiere] · 5/15/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from A&E's press release, April 2019) A&E Network will premiere "The Employables," a new docuseries following struggling job seekers with conditions such as autism or Tourette Syndrome as they search for meaningful employment. With the help of specialists, each job seeker uncovers their talents and works to show potential employers that their perceived disabilities can often provide unexpected benefits in the workplace. "The Employables" premieres Wednesday, May 8 at 10pm ET/PT. "We are honored that A&E continues to be a home to stories that celebrate diversity and give a voice to those fearlessly pursuing their dreams" said Elaine Frontain Bryant, EVP and Head of Programming, A&E Network. "Like our Emmy-winning series 'Born This Way,' 'The Employables' is an important example of how embracing our differences can bring about positive and necessary change both in the workplace and in the lives of so many people." Each one-hour episode of "The Employables" follows two neuro-diverse job seekers as they work to overcome obstacles and find fulfilling employment that provides them with the skills to excel long term in their careers. Each participant works with an autism or Tourette Syndrome specialist to identify their strengths and determine how best to pursue their job search. Once they understand their talents, each job seeker sets out on interviews or trial runs with potential employers to find the perfect line of work. In addition to following the job seekers, the series also shines a light on the highs and lows that their friends and family have experienced as they support them in their goals. A&E will be providing information online and via social media about organizations that offer programs and resources for neuro-diverse individuals and their families. |
CATCH-22 (HULU)
· [series premiere] · 5/17/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Hulu's press release, April 2019) Based on Joseph Heller's seminal novel of the same name, Catch-22 is the story of the incomparable, artful dodger, Yossarian (Abbott), a US Air Force bombardier in World War II who is furious because thousands of people he has never met are trying to kill him. But his real problem is not the enemy, but rather his own army, which keeps increasing the number of missions the men must fly to complete their service. Yet if Yossarian makes any attempt to avoid his military assignments, he'll be in violation of Catch-22, a hilariously sinister bureaucratic rule which specifies that a concern for one's own safety in the face of dangers which are real and immediate is the process of a rational mind; a man is considered insane if he willingly continues to fly dangerous combat missions, but a request to be removed from duty is evidence of sanity and therefore makes him ineligible to be relieved from duty. |
IT'S BRUNO! (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/17/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| comedy which "follows dog lover Malcolm (Naim), his best friend and canine companion Bruno, and the hilarious adventures that take place on their vibrant Brooklyn block |
PSYCHO GRANNY (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/18/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) After Samantha loses her mother, her grief-stricken spirits are lifted with the sudden appearance of Colleen. Colleen is Samantha's long-lost grandmother who swoops in to ease her pain and guide her through the ups and downs of her pregnancy. Despite the warnings from her husband Brad, Samantha dives head first into her newfound relationship. All is well until Colleen's dark past reveals itself and Samantha is forced to fight for her life and her family. Stars Robin Riker, Brooke Newton, Matthew Lawrence, and Jacob Young (2019). |
SAILING INTO LOVE (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 5/18/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Biology teacher Claire (Renee) is busy juggling her duties as bridesmaid to three friends, as well as teaching a summer enrichment class at her most favorite place in the world, Blue Island. Claire learns that the sailboat used to ferry to her students has been sold to a former Navy man, Captain Tom (McNally), with the stipulation that he continues to sail the class to the island. Claire's life gets complicated when she learns her former boyfriend Jason works for the developer intent on building a resort on Blue Island. |
EXECUTED WITH DEBORAH NORVILLE (REELZ)
· [series premiere] · 5/21/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Reelz's press release, April 2019) Host Deborah Norville peels back the cover on some of the most ghastly real life crime sprees and criminals in modern history where capital punishment was the final answer. Norville shows viewers the untold stories behind the headline grabbing events and examines the lasting impact and aftermath of the crimes via movies, TV shows and pop culture. In hour-long episodes Norville breaks down the terrifying real stories of D.C. Sniper John Allen Muhammad, Gary Gilmore, Clarence Ray Allen, Aileen Wuornos, Karla Faye Tucker and Stanley "Tookie" Williams. In addition to interviews with those intimately connected to the story viewers will also see dramatic recreations, raw news footage and police interrogations. Executed with Deborah Norville is produced by Scott Sternberg Productions and Simplistics, Inc. Sternberg and Norville serve as Executive Producers. |
BLOOD & TREASURE (CBS)
· [two-hour series premiere - special time] · 5/21/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from CBS's press release, March 2019) CBS today announced premiere dates for drama series airing this summer, including the new action-adventure series BLOOD & TREASURE; the seventh and final season of the modern day Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson drama, ELEMENTARY; and the second season of INSTINCT, starring Alan Cumming and Bojana Novakovic. The new action-adventure series BLOOD & TREASURE premieres with a special two-hour episode Tuesday, May 21 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT), following the season finale of NCIS (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT). The NCIS: NEW ORLEANS season finale moves up one week to Tuesday, May 14 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT). BLOOD & TREASURE airs in its regular time period beginning Tuesday, May 28 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT). The serialized drama stars Matt Barr and Sofia Pernas as a brilliant antiquities expert and a cunning art thief, respectively, who team up to catch a ruthless terrorist who funds his attacks through stolen treasure. As they crisscross the globe hunting their target, they unexpectedly find themselves at the center of a 2,000-year-old battle for the cradle of civilization. |
BUTCHER, THE (HISTORY)
· [series premiere] · 5/22/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from History's press release, October 2018) Throughout history, the skilled craft of the butcher has been a lynchpin to survival. In early civilizations when foodborne diseases were claiming lives, it was the butcher with their sharp tools and sharper skills who kept death at bay - eventually becoming a fixture in every town across America. Today, there are thousands of people who cut meat but only a select few with the skills and expertise to be considered a "Master Butcher." Now, for the first time comes an extreme competition series where the best-in-class butchers battle each other in a showdown designed to put their skills, strategy and technique to the ultimate test. With knives drawn and machines at the ready, these Master Butchers will carve their way through painstaking challenges, use their expert knowledge to adapt to every historical twist, and reveal the fascinating secrets of the butcher's world. |
CHRISTINA ON THE COAST (HGTV)
· [series premiere] · 5/23/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) Flip or Flop star Christina Anstead is stepping out on her own in HGTV's new docu-series Christina on the Coast. The real estate and house-flipping expert will help clients take their properties from outdated to high-end as she expands her design business in Southern California. In each episode, Christina will discover the homeowners' needs and reimagine their boring rooms into dream spaces. The series also spotlights her personal journey, including finding the perfect home and her engagement and wedding to now-husband Ant Anstead, star of Motor Trend series Wheeler Dealers, all while balancing parenthood and career. |
NAME OF THE ROSE, THE (SUNDANCE)
· [series premiere] · 5/23/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from AMC Networks' press release, April 2019) The Name of the Rose is based on Umberto Eco's highly acclaimed novel which has sold more than 50 million copies worldwide since it was first published in 1980. The limited series is led by an all-star cast including Emmy(R) Award-winner John Turturro (The Night Of), Emmy Award-winner Michael Emerson (Lost, Person of Interest), Golden Globe(R) nominee Rupert Everett (Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children), Damian Hardung (Red Band Society), Sebastian Koch (Homeland), James Cosmo (Game of Thrones), Richard Sammel (Inglourious Basterds), Fabrizio Bentivoglio (Human Capital) and Greta Scarano (In Treatment). Set in Italy in 1327, The Name of the Rose follows the Franciscan monk William of Baskerville (Turturro) and his novice Adso von Melk (Hardung) as they arrive at a secluded monastery in the Alps. There they become witnesses to a series of mysterious murders. While Baskerville and Melk investigate and search for the killer, they are hunted themselves by the merciless inquisitor Bernard Gui (Everett), who prosecutes those who criticize the pope. |
PITCHING IN (ACORN TV)
· [series premiere] · 5/24/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Acorn TV's press release, April 2019) Recent widower, Frank Hardcastle (Larry Lamb, EastEnders), is struggling to find the energy or enthusiasm to run Daffodil Dunes Holiday Park in the picturesque North Wales coast. When his flighty daughter Carys and grandson Dylan, show up at his 71st birthday party and announce they are staying for good, Frank wonders if it's time for him to sell and start again. Especially as local estate agent, Iona Driscoll (Hayley Mills, The Parent Trap), has a very tempting offer for him to consider - in more ways than one. But Carys convinces her dad to let her become the park's new manager, prompting a flurry of hare-brained schemes. Carys also has to deal with her feelings for ex-fiance Danny, who runs the local pub with his new partner, Tanya. Can she stay away from the man she jilted at the altar? |
ALWAYS & 4EVER (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/25/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, April 2019) Nicole Taylor is a successful criminal prosecutor with both beauty and brains. Nicole has everything going right - until it all goes wrong. When Nicole's childhood friends begin to die under mysterious circumstances, she becomes convinced their deaths are tied to dark secrets from her past. Stars Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Wood Harris, Loretta Devine, Lauren London, Deborah Ayorinde, and Robbie Jones (2019). |
LOVE IN THE SUN (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 5/25/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) When successful dating app creator Alana (Toubia) hesitantly gets engaged, she returns to her hometown in Florida to deliver the news to her dad. Upon returning home, she crosses paths with her former flame, Kai (Maden), and finds herself falling in love with the fun and adventurous lifestyle tied to her community. As Alana and Kai work together to help her dad restore his declining property, Alana finds herself conflicted as to whether or not her current way of living makes her happier than the home and community that she always knew and loved. |
HARRY & MEGHAN: BECOMING ROYAL (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 5/27/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, March 2019) Harry & Meghan: Becoming Royal, the sequel to the 2018 hit movie, continues the love story of newlyweds Prince Harry (Charlie Field, Genius) and American actress Meghan Markle (Tiffany Smith, Supernatural), pulling back the curtain to reveal the untold joys and challenges of life inside the Royal Family during their pivotal first year of marriage. Beyond blending their families and cultures, Harry and Meghan's core values are put to the test as they try to find the balance between honoring Royal tradition and staying true to their beliefs. |
HOT ZONE, THE (NGC)
· [series premiere] · 5/27/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 9:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from National Geographic Channel's press release, April 2018) From executive producer Ridley Scott, The Hot Zone, based on the eponymous international best-seller by Richard Preston, recounts the terrifying true story of the origins of the Ebola virus, a highly infectious deadly virus from the central African rain forest, and its first arrival on U.S. soil. In 1989, when this killer suddenly appeared in chimpanzees in a scientific lab in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., there was no known cure. A heroic U.S. Army veterinarian working with a secret military SWAT team put herself in mortal peril when she tried to head off the outbreak before it spread to the human population. The Hot Zone is a dramatic, hair-raising account of a rare and lethal virus and its impact on the human race. |
SONGLAND (NBC)
· [series premiere] · 5/28/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from NBC's press release, March 2019) The series provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for talented up-and-coming songwriters to be exposed to and mentored by three music producers per episode who are responsible for today's biggest hits. The panel of producer-songwriters includes Ryan Tedder (lead singer of OneRepublic and Grammy Award-winning producer of Adele, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift), Ester Dean (Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer of Rihanna, Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj) and Shane McAnally (Grammy-winning songwriter and producer of Kacey Musgraves, Kelly Clarkson and Sam Hunt with 38 #1 country records). The series takes an inside look at the creative process and provides one winner per episode the opportunity to have their song recorded for a global audience by the chart-topping guest recording artists featured in their show. |
PROPERTY BROTHERS: FOREVER HOME (HGTV)
· [series premiere] · 5/29/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) After helping scores of clients buy and renovate properties in the Emmy(R)-nominated series Property Brothers, HGTV's Jonathan and Drew Scott are on a new mission to overhaul unremarkable houses into dream homes that the families will never want to leave. In Property Brothers: Forever Home, the power twins find couples who are settled in their home but need the brothers' expertise to make it perfect. To unlock each home's full potential, Jonathan and Drew will completely remodel the house to suit the families' needs and wishes. |
INBETWEEN, THE (NBC)
· [series premiere] · 5/29/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from NBC's press release, April 2019) Cassie Bedford was born with a rare ability. She has visions ... whether she likes it or not. Sometimes Cassie sees events that have previously occurred or will happen in the future. In addition, sometimes she encounters unsettled spirits who need her help. When her father, Det. Tom Hackett, and his new partner, former FBI Agent Damien Asante, need assistance solving a dark and puzzling murder, Cassie reluctantly agrees to use her abilities and helps solve some of the city's most challenging cases. |
HOW TO SELL DRUGS ONLINE (FAST) (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/31/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, December 2018) To win back the love of his life, a high school student and his best friend launch Europe's largest online drug business from their teenage bedroom. A story inspired by true events. |
WHEN THEY SEE US (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 5/31/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, March 2019) Based on a true story that gripped the country, When They See Us will chronicle the notorious case of five teenagers of color, labeled the Central Park Five, who were convicted of a rape they did not commit. The four part limited series will focus on the five teenagers from Harlem -- Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, Raymond Santana and Korey Wise. Beginning in the spring of 1989, when the teenagers were first questioned about the incident, the series will span 25 years, highlighting their exoneration in 2002 and the settlement reached with the city of New York in 2014. When They See Us was created by Ava DuVernay, who also co-wrote and directed the four parts. Jeff Skoll and Jonathan King from Participant Media, Oprah Winfrey from Harpo Films, and Jane Rosenthal, Berry Welsh and Robert De Niro from Tribeca Productions will executive produce the limited series alongside DuVernay through her banner, Forward Movement. In addition to DuVernay, Attica Locke, Robin Swicord, and Michael Starrbury also serve as writers on the limited series. The series stars Emmy Award(R) Nominee Michael K. Williams, Academy Award(R) Nominee Vera Farmiga, Emmy Award(R) Winner John Leguizamo, Academy Award(R) Nominee and Emmy Award(R) Winner Felicity Huffman, Emmy Award(R) Nominee Niecy Nash, Emmy Award(R) Winner and two-time Golden Globe Nominee Blair Underwood, Emmy Award(R) and Grammy Award(R) Winner and Tony Award(R) Nominee Christopher Jackson, Joshua Jackson, Omar J. Dorsey, Adepero Oduye, Famke Janssen, Aurora Perrineau, William Sadler, Jharrel Jerome, Jovan Adepo, Aunjanue Ellis, Kylie Bunbury, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Storm Reid, Chris Chalk, Freddy Miyares, Justin Cunningham, Ethan Herisse, Caleel Harris, Marquis Rodriguez, and Asante Blackk. |
GOOD OMENS (AMAZON)
· [series premiere] · 5/31/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Amazon's web site, February 2019) The End of the World is coming, which means a fussy Angel and a loose-living Demon who've become overly fond of life on Earth are forced to form an unlikely alliance to stop Armageddon. But they have lost the Antichrist, an 11-year-old boy unaware he's meant to bring upon the end of days, forcing them to embark on an adventure to find him and save the world before it's too late. |
SWAMP THING (DC)
· [series premiere] · 5/31/19 at 9:00 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 9:00 AM-10:00 AM EST |
| (from DC Universe's press release, June 2018) At the heart of DC UNIVERSE will be all-new exclusive original live-action and animated series based on DC's iconic characters. Developed by Warner Bros. Television, Swamp Thing and Doom Patrol are scheduled to debut in 2019, following the dramatic, live-action adventure series Titans which premieres later this year. Warner Bros. Animation is also developing a slate of animated TV series based on existing fan favorites, including Harley Quinn and the highly anticipated third season of the popular Young Justice: Outsiders animated series which are both scheduled to debut in 2019. Swamp Thing follows Abby Arcane as she investigates what seems to be a deadly swamp-born virus in a small town in Louisiana but soon discovers that the swamp holds mystical and terrifying secrets. When unexplainable and chilling horrors emerge from the murky marsh, no one is safe. |
UNIDENTIFIED: INSIDE AMERICA'S UFO INVESTIGATION (HISTORY)
· [series premiere] · 5/31/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from History's press release, March 2019) In December of 2017, The New York Times published a stunning front-page exposé about the Pentagon's mysterious UFO program, the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP). Featuring an interview with former military intelligence official and Special Agent In- Charge, Luis Elizondo, who confirmed the existence of the hidden government program, the controversial story was the focus of worldwide attention. Previously run by Elizondo, AATIP was created to research and investigate Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) including numerous videos of reported encounters, three of which were released to a shocked public in 2017. Elizondo resigned after expressing to the government that these UAPs could pose a major threat to our national security and not enough was being done to deal with them or address our potential vulnerabilities. Now, as a part of HISTORY's groundbreaking new six-part, one-hour limited series "Unidentified: Inside America's UFO Investigation(TM)," Elizondo is speaking out for the first time with Tom DeLonge, co-founder and President of To The Stars Academy of Arts & Science and Chris Mellon, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense and Intelligence, to expose a series of startling encounters and embark on fascinating new investigations that will urge the public to ask questions and look for answers. From A+E Originals, DeLonge serves as executive producer. |
PRIDE & PREJUDICE: ATLANTA (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 6/1/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, March 2019) Pride & Prejudice: Atlanta follows Reverend Bennet (Reginald VelJohnson, Family Matters), a pastor of a prominent southern Baptist church and his wife Mrs. Bennet (Jackée Harry, Sister, Sister), who is the author of a self-help book on how to find the perfect husband. Needless to say, Mrs. Bennet is less than thrilled that all five of their daughters, Lizzie (Tiffany Hines, Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart), Jane (Raney Branch, Being Mary Jane), Mary (Brittney Level, The Purge), Lydia (Reginae Carter, Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta) and Kitty (Alexia Bailey), are still single. When the very eligible Will Darcy (Juan Antonio, Empire) arrives in town, Mrs. Bennet sets her sights on the handsome bachelor for daughter Lizzie, leading to a modern-day, comedic take on themes familiar to fans of the novel. |
WEDDING AT GRACELAND (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 6/1/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
AMERICAN PRINCESS (LIFETIME)
· [series premiere] · 6/2/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Lifetime's press release, February 2019) The world of yesteryear emerges front and center with the premiere of Lifetime's new scripted dramedy, American Princess on Sunday, June 2 at 9pm ET/PT. From A+E Studios, creator Jamie Denbo and executive producers Jenji Kohan, Tara Herrmann and Mark A. Burley, the series follows runaway bride Amanda Klein (Aussie newcomer Georgia Flood, Anzac Girls, Wentworth) as she joins a Renaissance Faire after her wedding goes awry, only to discover there's a lot more to life than she once thought. When Amanda (Flood), an Upper East Side socialite, runs away from her own dream wedding, she realizes that the life she thought she wanted wasn't actually right after all. After impulsively joining a Renaissance Faire, Amanda experiences an unexpected awakening that leads her to reevaluate everything she thought she knew about the pursuit of happiness. She quickly develops new friendships, rivalries and romances that, much to the confusion of her family, opens her eyes to new beginnings. Lucas Neff (Raising Hope) stars as 'David,' Amanda's love interest and Ren Faire actor who goes by the name "Pizzle Humpsalot," performing Shakespearean parodies in the mud; Seana Kofoed (Men in Trees, Flaked) plays 'Maggie, the venerable Queen Elizabeth at the Faire; Mary Hollis Inboden (The Real O'Neals, Here And Now) plays 'Delilah,' a free-spirited washer wench who becomes Amanda's new best friend; and Rory O'Malley (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Hamilton) as 'Brian, Maggie's confidant and the Faire's beloved Shakespeare. Guest stars include Jamie Denbo, Lesley Ann Warren, Matt Peters, Lucas Hazlett, Sophie Von Haselberg, Matt Ehrich, Natasha Leggero, Steve Agee, Tommy Dorfman, Fortune Feimster, and John Ross Bowie. |
WEEKLY, THE (FX)
· [series premiere] · 6/2/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-10:30 PM EST |
| (from FX's press release, April 2019) FX has set the series premiere date of the new weekly, half-hour narrative documentary series The Weekly, it was announced today by Chuck Saftler, President, Program Strategy and COO, FX Networks. The Weekly, The New York Times's first major foray into TV news, will premiere on Sunday, June 2 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on FX, with exclusive streaming premieres available on Hulu the following day. The Weekly is a new TV series from The New York Times, bringing unparalleled journalism to the screen. Each half-hour episode features a Times journalist investigating one of the most pressing issues of the day. With more than 1,550 journalists reporting from 160 countries each year, the Times publishes 250 stories a day - investigative reports, political scoops, cultural dispatches. And each week, The Weekly chooses to tell one of these stories in a visual and unforgettable way. |
NOS4A2 (AMC)
· [series premiere] · 6/2/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from AMC's press release, March 2019) AMC announced today from WonderCon that Fear the Walking Dead Season 5 and the highly-anticipated supernatural horror series NOS4A2 will premiere back-to-back on Sunday, June 2 at 9:00pm ET/8:00pm CT and 10:00pm ET/9:00pm CT, respectively. In addition, subscribers to AMC Premiere, AMC's premium upgrade option, will have an opportunity to binge the entire season of 10 episodes beginning Sunday, June 2. The network also debuted the official trailer for NOS4A2 at today's WonderCon panel, which featured showrunner and executive producer Jami O'Brien, executive producer Joe Hill and series stars Ashleigh Cummings, Zachary Quinto, Olafur Darri Olafsson, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jahkara Smith. Based on Hill's 2013 best-selling novel of the same name, NOS4A2 follows Vic McQueen, played by Cummings (The Goldfinch), a gifted young woman who discovers she has a supernatural ability to find lost things. This ability puts her on a collision course with the evil and immortal Charlie Manx, played by Emmy(R)-nominee Quinto (Star Trek, American Horror Story). Manx is a supernatural villain who feeds off the souls of children then deposits what remains of them into Christmasland - a twisted place of Manx's imagination where every day is Christmas Day and unhappiness is against the law. Vic strives to defeat Manx and rescue his victims - without losing her mind or falling victim to him herself. |
RELATIVELY NAT & LIV (E!)
· [series premiere] · 6/2/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from E!'s press release, April 2019) E! welcomes viewers to the family with its newest docu-series, "Relatively Nat & Liv" premiering Sunday, June 2nd at 10pm ET/PT. The series features social influencers, and cousins, Natalie Halcro and Olivia Pierson, along with their close-knit families, as they juggle their lives between the beauty and fame of Los Angeles and their humble and hilarious roots in Vancouver. Having established themselves as beauty and fashion influencers over the last few years, Natalie and Olivia have grown considerable social media followings, but know that in order to make it in Los Angeles they need to do more than take a good selfie. After gaining business experience through various brand partnerships, Nat and Liv look to their brothers, Joel and Owen, to help build their brand as they work towards curating their first fashion line. The girls take time from their busy schedules to go back to Vancouver showing a portion of their lives that can't be found on any social platform. Their loud and lively moms, Rhonda and Julia are also sisters and the glue holding this eccentric group together through vacations and weekly Sunday night dinners. Natalie is also close with her sister Stephanie, the eldest cousin, who is a free-spirited, eclectic personality and sometimes struggles to find her place in the group, often identifying herself as the "black sheep." From overprotective parents to competitive siblings, this crew takes on all of life's adventures together and prove that no amount of fame can rival a family's bond. |
PERPETUAL GRACE, LTD (EPIX)
· [series premiere] · 6/2/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from EPIX's press release, March 2019) Premiering on EPIX on Sunday, June 2, Perpetual Grace, LTD follows James (Simpson), a young grifter, as he attempts to prey upon Pastor Byron Brown (Kingsley), who turns out to be far more dangerous than he suspects. The pastor and his wife Lillian (Weaver) - known to their parishioners as Pa and Ma - have used religion to bilk hundreds of innocent people out of their life savings. Additional cast includes Terry O'Quinn (Patriot, Castle Rock, Lost), Damon Herriman (100 Bloody Acres), Kurtwood Smith (That '70s Show, Patriot), and Luis Guzman (Traffic, Code Black). |
MALIBU RESCUE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 6/3/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 3:01 AM-3:30 PM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, April 2019) In the upcoming movie Malibu Rescue, Ricardo Hurtado (School of Rock) will star as Tyler, a handsome know-it-all with a fierce competitive streak and Breanna Yde (School of Rock, The Haunted Hathaways) will star as Gina, a tough and self-assured athlete. The live-action comedy follows a ragtag group of aspiring junior lifeguards from The Valley as they compete against the snobby local kids for bragging rights and the ultimate tower at Malibu beach. Kids and teens alike will root for these heroic and funny underdogs and parents will connect with the positive life lessons for their children. The movie is set to launch May 13th on Netflix. Following the movie, Malibu Rescue: The Series will follow the high spirited and scrappy group of novice junior lifeguards after they have staked their claim on Malibu Beach and the wild adventures that fill their days in the sun. The 8-episode series will launch June 3rd on Netflix. |
CHERNOBYL (HBO)
· [original mini-series finale] · 6/3/19 at 9:00 PM |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) CHERNOBYL dramatizes the 1986 nuclear accident, one of the worst human-made catastrophes in history, and tells the story of the brave men and women who made incredible sacrifices to save Europe from unimaginable disaster, all the while battling a culture of disinformation. Debuting MONDAY, MAY 6 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), followed by other episodes subsequent Mondays at the same time, exclusively on HBO, the five-part miniseries stars Jared Harris ("The Crown"; Emmy? nominee for "Mad Men"), Stellan Skarsgård ("Melancholia," "Good Will Hunting") and Emily Watson (Oscar? nominee for "Hilary and Jackie" and "Breaking the Waves"). The miniseries will also be available on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand and partners' streaming platforms. |
RADKES, THE (USA)
· [series premiere] · 6/4/19 at 10:30 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:30 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from USA's press release, April 2019) Motherhood is getting REAL! Melissa Radke is taking America by storm for the premiere of #TheRadkes Tuesday, June 4 on USA Network. |
UNSPOUSE MY HOUSE (HGTV)
· [series premiere] · 6/6/19 at 9:30 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:30 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) Unspouse My House proves not all home renovations require a happy couple. Designer and self-proclaimed breakup expert Orlando Soria works with newly single clients to overhaul their homes and heal their lonely hearts with laughter, support and beautiful design. In each episode, Orlando infuses the homes with personalized design elements and delights the client with a surprise space that they didn't know he was going to renovate. |
HERO INK (A&E)
· [series premiere] · 6/6/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from A&E's press release, April 2019) A&E Network will premiere the new original unscripted series "Hero Ink" following the daily work at Prison Break Tattoos, a unique shop in Houston, TX that specializes in creating meaningful tattoos for first responders. Bringing together artists who have a connection to the world of first responders and understand their sense of duty, Prison Break Tattoos is a haven for clients to share their stories and pay tribute to the moments on the job that have had a profound impact on their lives. "Hero Ink" premieres Thursday, June 6 at 10pm ET/PT with back-to-back episodes. Each half-hour episode features stories from several first responders - including cops, firefighters, EMS professionals and members of the military. Prison Break Tattoos owner BK Klev, a 25-year veteran of the Houston police department, matches each client with the artist he feels will connect with them best and help tell their story through a tattoo. Featured artists are Rich who served in the NYPD for 11 years, military wife Janice Danger, former Marine "Tony 4 Fingers," Zoey who was rescued by police as a child, and current Houston firefighter Robbie - all with a strong connection to the world of first responders. As the artists work to create a permanent tribute, each client shares their personal and often emotional stories of heroism which are brought to life through body-cam footage, news coverage, and personal photos. |
ARMISTEAD MAUPIN'S TALES OF THE CITY (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 6/7/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, April 2018) Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City is a 10-part Netflix original limited series, expected to start production later this year and debut in 2019. Academy Award nominee and Emmy-, SAG- and Golden Globe-Award winning actress Laura Linney and Academy Award and Golden Globe winner Olympia Dukakis will reprise their roles as Mary Ann Singleton and Anna Madrigal. Barbara Garrick also to return. Additional cast to be announced. Academy Award, BAFTA, Golden Globe and SAG Award nominee Ellen Page will join the cast as Shawna. Lauren Morelli (WGA nominee; co-EP and writer Orange is The New Black) serves as showrunner/executive producer and writer. Armistead Maupin will executive produce; Alan Poul returns to direct and executive produce. Laura Linney also executive produces. |
BIG STAGE, THE (THE CW)
· [series premiere] · 6/7/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from The CW's press release, April 2019) Continuing to ramp up its slate of original summer programming, The CW Network will premiere six new series starting with the ultimate talent showcase THE BIG STAGE, hosted by Elizabeth Stanton ("Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World") and James Maslow ("Big Time Rush"), on Friday, June 7 (9:00-9:30pm ET/PT and 9:30-10:00pm ET/PT). THE BIG STAGE is the ultimate non-competitive platform for talented acts from around the world to display their mastery of performance, with disciplines ranging from singing and stand-up routines to impressive acrobatics and aerial dance, along with everything in between. THE BIG STAGE is executive produced by David McKenzie and David Martin for Associated Television International. |
WEDDING MARCH 5 (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 6/8/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
ADRIANA TRIGIANI'S VERY VALENTINE (LIFETIME)
· [original telefilm] · 6/8/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Lifetime's press release, March 2019) Based on a novel by best-selling author, Adriana Trigiani's Very Valentine tells the story of the Angelini Shoe Company, one of the last family-owned businesses in Greenwich Village that has been making exquisite wedding shoes since 1903, but now teeters on the brink of financial collapse. To save the family business from ruin, Valentine Roncalli (Kelen Coleman, Big Little Lies, The Newsroom) - apprentice to and granddaughter of master artisan Teodora Angelini (Jacqueline Bisset, Dancing on the Edge) - must bring the family's old-world craftsmanship into the 21st century. Juggling unpredictable love lives, duty to their family, and a design challenge presented by a prestigious department store, Valentine and Teodora are on a quest to build a pair of glorious shoes sure to beat their rivals. Also, in the course of discovering her true artistic voice, Valentine discovers true love as she turns her life and the business upside down in ways she never expected. |
LEGENDS OF THE DEEP (SCIENCE)
· [series premiere] · 6/9/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Discovery, Inc.'s press release, April 2019) The mysteries that lurk beneath the surface of our planet's vast bodies of water rival those that are in outer space. Now in a new four-part Science Channel series, the sister and brother team of Céline and Fabien Cousteau carry on their family legacy as they set out to uncover tales from the sea that remain shrouded in mystery and secrecy. |
PRESS YOUR LUCK (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/12/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) "Press Your Luck" is a game of wits, strategy and even higher stakes as contestants try to avoid the iconic and devilish WHAMMY for a chance at life-changing cash and prizes. During each game, three contestants compete against each other answering questions to earn spins on the Big Board. Contestants then use their spins to win cash and prizes while trying to avoid the WHAMMY, who could take all of their winnings and leave them with nothing. The winning contestant moves on to the All-New Bonus Round to face the WHAMMY in a final battle for the chance to win a fortune. |
CARD SHARKS (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/12/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) "Card Sharks" is a suspenseful game where a fortune can be won on the turn of a single playing card! The road to glory and riches begins with two players facing off in a head-to-head elimination race where the winning player claims a $10,000 cash prize and a chance to turn that amount into a life-changing payday. The anticipation builds as the winning contestant risks their prize on predicting seven final cards. The player leaves the game with whatever amount of money they have in their bank after their prediction and results are revealed with the flip of their seventh and final card. |
FIRST RESPONDERS LIVE (FOX)
· [series premiere] · 6/12/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from FOX's press release, April 2019) FOX has picked up the all-new unscripted series FIRST RESPONDERS LIVE, giving viewers an unprecedented look at fearless first responders, as they answer emergency calls across the country. The series will debut Wednesday, June 12 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning television journalist Josh Elliott, the series will provide a raw, in-depth look at the brave American heroes, including firefighters, police officers, EMS technicians and first responders, who put their own lives on the line as they race into danger to save others. Each week, the show will embed cameras in multiple cities across the country, to document a night in the life of these units. Elliott will provide live analysis and commentary, with help from a team of experts, as the show follows first-person accounts of the action. |
JINN, THE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 6/13/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, August 2018) Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced that its first Arabic Original Series begins principal photography today in Amman, Jordan. Maximising on the beauty of the local setting, mixing themes of Supernatural and Teen Soap, Jinn will bring Middle East folklore into the modern world, exploring contemporary themes of Jinn mythology but with a coming of age supernatural story about friendship, love and adventure. Produced by Kabreet Productions, this supernatural teenage drama will be directed and executive produced by rising star, Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya (Very Big Shot) and executive produced by Elan and Rajeev Dassani (SEAM), with Elan serving as head writer. Rajeev contributed to the writing alongside Amin Matalqa (Sundance Award Winner, Captain Abu Raed) from Jordan who is directing the last 3 episodes. The six-episode series is expected to launch to Netflix members all around the world in 2019. Jinn follows a group of Arab teenagers as their friendships and budding romances are tested when they unknowingly invite the supernatural forces of Jinn into their world. As good battles evil, can the friends come together in time, and find the answers needed, in order to save everything? |
TOO OLD TO DIE YOUNG (AMAZON)
· [series premiere] · 6/14/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| new drama which explores the criminal underbelly of Los Angeles by following killers' existential journeys in becoming samurai |
LOS ESPOOKYS (HBO)
· [series premiere] · 6/14/19 at 11:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 11:00 PM-11:30 PM EST |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) The comedy series LOS ESPOOKYS begins its six-episode season FRIDAY, JUNE 14 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO. From Julio Torres and Ana Fabrega, alongside Fred Armisen and Lorne Michaels of "Saturday Night Live," the primarily Spanish-language show follows a group of friends who turn their love for horror into a peculiar business, providing horror to those who need it, in a dreamy Latin American country where the strange and eerie are just part of daily life. |
LAST BRIDESMAID, THE (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 6/15/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
FRANKIE DRAKE MYSTERIES (OVATION)
· [series premiere - special time] · 6/15/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · saturdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from Ovation TV's press release, January 2019) Frankie Drake Mysteries is set in stylish 1920s Toronto and follows the female-only agency Drake Private Detectives, led by the eponymous Frankie Drake (Lauren Lee Smith) and her partner Trudy Clarke (Chantel Riley). Incorporating a brand of justice that doesn't always follow the law, Frankie and Trudy investigate mysteries and crimes that either the police refuse to take on, or that their clients cannot take to the police at all. |
CITY ON A HILL (SHOWTIME)
· [series premiere] · 6/16/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from Showtime's press release, January 2019) SHOWTIME will premiere its new one-hour drama series CITY ON A HILL starring Golden Globe winner and Emmy(R) nominee Kevin Bacon (The Following) and Screen Actors Guild(R) award winner Aldis Hodge (Underground) on Sunday, June 16 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Production on the 10-episode series will begin in February in New York and Boston. The announcement was made today by Gary Levine, President of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc., at the Television Critics Association's Winter Press Tour. City On A Hill is created and executive produced by Chuck MacLean (Boston Strangler), with multiple Emmy winner Tom Fontana (Homicide: Life on the Street) serving as showrunner, executive producer and one of the writers. The series is set in early 1990s Boston, rife with criminals emboldened by local law enforcement agencies in which corruption and racism was the norm. In this fictional account, assistant district attorney Decourcy Ward (Hodge) arrives from Brooklyn and forms an unlikely alliance with a corrupt yet venerated FBI veteran, Jackie Rohr (Bacon). Together, they take on a family of armored car robbers from Charlestown in a case that grows to involve, and ultimately subvert, the entire criminal justice system of Boston. Produced by SHOWTIME, CITY ON A HILL also stars Jonathan Tucker (Kingdom), Mark O'Brien (Halt and Catch Fire), Jill Hennessy (Crossing Jordan), Lauren E. Banks (Instinct), Amanda Clayton (Tyler Perry's If Loving You Is Wrong), Sarah Shahi (Fairly Legal), Kevin Chapman (BROTHERHOOD) and Tony(R) Award nominee Jere Shea (Passion), with Kevin Dunn (Veep) recurring. |
EUPHORIA (HBO)
· [series premiere] · 6/16/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from HBO's press release, April 2019) The drama series EUPHORIA begins its eight-episode season SUNDAY, JUNE 16 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT). The show follows a group of high school students as they navigate drugs, sex, identity, trauma, social media, love and friendship. Zendaya leads an ensemble cast that also includes Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferreira, Nika King, Storm Reid, Hunter Schafer, Algee Smith and Sydney Sweeney. |
GRAND HOTEL (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/17/19 at 10:01 PM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) Eva Longoria executive produces this bold, provocative drama set at the last family-owned hotel in multicultural Miami Beach. Charismatic Santiago Mendoza owns the hotel, while his glamorous second wife, Gigi, and their adult children enjoy the spoils of success. The hotel's loyal staff round out a contemporary fresh take on an upstairs/downstairs story. Wealthy and beautiful guests bask in luxury, but scandals, escalating debt and explosive secrets hide beneath the picture-perfect exterior. The show is based on the Spanish series. |
ALTERNATINO WITH ARTURO CASTRO (COMEDY)
· [series premiere] · 6/18/19 at 10:30 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:30 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Comedy Central's press release, April 2019) Comedy Central today released the official trailer for its next great sketch series, Alternatino with Arturo Castro, premiering on Tuesday, June 18 at 10:30pm ET/PT. This summer, creator, writer and star Arturo Castro (Broad City, Narcos) tackles more than 45 characters in sketches over ten episodes that showcase his perspective on relationships, everyday awkward moments and much more. Each episode in addition to the sketches has a scripted narrative thread that features a heightened version of Arturo as he goes about daily life as a Latin millennial. "There's no one better to continue Comedy Central's unparalleled legacy in sketch comedy than the undeniably talented writer, performer and overall brilliant Arturo Castro," said Sarah Babineau and Jonas Larsen, Executive Vice Presidents and Co-Heads of Talent and Development, Comedy Central. "Alternatino really stands out for not only how funny it is, and Arturo's impressive range as an actor, but also in how it challenges stereotypes of what it means to be a Latin Millennial." "Comedy Central has been my home for the past 6 years, my literal home, they have big offices and central heating. I couldn't imagine better partners to bring this show to life," said Castro. "I'm honored to be a part of this family and to have the opportunity to amplify the voice of a community that seems to be under siege at the moment. Hopefully, by watching, people will realize that the human experience is at its core the same, no matter what you look like or how much you like brunch, matcha, or fair trade friendship bracelets. Mmm, matcha... " Alternatino with Arturo Castro continues Comedy Central's unparalleled legacy of developing the biggest and most culturally relevant sketch comedy - launching the careers of stars like Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, Nick Kroll, Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele - using modern Latino identity (misconceptions and all) as a fresh filter for cultural commentary about our daily lives and the zeitgeist... all rooted in his personal experience. |
HOLEY MOLEY (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/20/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) "Holey Moley," a 10-episode mini-golf competition series, will showcase self-proclaimed mini-golf lovers from around the country as they compete head-to-head through an epic obstacle golf course. In each episode, 12 contestants will put their miniature golf - and physical - skills to the test and face off in never-before-seen challenges on a supersized miniature golf course. |
FAMILY FOOD FIGHT (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/20/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) Hosted by Ayesha Curry, a renowned restaurateur, founder of Homemade and a New York Times best-selling cookbook author, "Family Food Fight" will feature family teams dishing out their best culinary skills. Tapping into each family's uniquely diverse cultural heritage, "Family Food Fight" takes homestyle cooking to a new level as teams square off with their most prized family recipes. With a mix of fast-paced cooking fun, good humor and healthy rivalries, everyone will cook their hearts out as they strive to impress a panel of culinary experts including host and judge, Curry, and world-renowned chefs, authors, restaurateurs and television personalities Cat Cora and Graham Elliot. Despite the many delectable dishes, only one family will claim the coveted title of America's No. 1 Food Family and take home the $100,000 prize. |
SPIN THE WHEEL (FOX)
· [series premiere] · 6/20/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from FOX's press release, March 2019) Brand-new high-stakes game show SPIN THE WHEEL will debut Thursday, June 20 (9:00-10:00 PMET/PT), following MASTERCHEF's time-period premiere on the night. Executive-produced by four-time Emmy Award-winning actor and 10-time Grammy Award-winning musician Justin Timberlake, and hosted by actor, director, writer and comedian Dax Shepard ("Hit and Run"), the show offers life-changing opportunities to win fortunes each episode with the spin of a massive, unpredictable wheel. The show, created by Timberlake and Andrew Glassman ("The Wall"), is a suspenseful, high-energy mix of pop culture trivia, strategy and simple whirling luck, with the possibility of winning incredible sums of cash prizes upwards of $20 million. With massive prize money on the line, contestants must make sweat-inducing, gut-wrenching decisions: whether to walk away, or risk it all to SPIN THE WHEEL one last time. |
REEF BREAK (ABC)
· [series premiere] · 6/20/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from ABC's press release, April 2019) "Reef Break" is a sexy, action-packed, one-hour drama, starring Poppy Montgomery as Cat Chambers, a thief-turned-fixer for the governor of a stunning and seductive Pacific Island paradise. Impulsive, reckless, and irresistible, Cat's less-than-perfect past gives her an instinctive gift for understanding crime and criminals as she becomes enmeshed in fast-paced, high-octane adventures and island intrigue. |
WEDDING BELLE, THE (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 6/22/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
HILLS, THE: NEW BEGINNINGS (MTV)
· [series premiere] · 6/24/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · mondays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from MTV's press release, April 2019) MTV's docuseries, "The Hills: New Beginnings," will make its highly-anticipated debut on Monday, June 24th. Based on the series that changed the reality TV landscape, the much buzzed about show will reunite original cast members and add notable newcomers, as they write their newest chapters in relationships, romance and success. "The Hills: New Beginnings" will premiere in the U.S. before rolling out globally across Viacom's international network of MTV channels in nearly 180 countries. Brandon Thomas Lee and Mischa Barton will join original cast members Audrina Patridge, Brody Jenner, Frankie Delgado, Heidi Pratt, Jason Wahler, Justin "Bobby" Brescia, Spencer Pratt, Stephanie Pratt and Whitney Port for the return of the iconic series "The Hills: New Beginnings." Kaitlynn Carter, Jennifer Delgado and Ashley Wahler will also appear in the series. |
PERFECT HARMONY (HALLMARK)
· [original telefilm] · 6/29/19 at 8:00 PM |
| (from Hallmark Channel's press release, April 2019) Elvis Presley's Graceland and Hallmark Channel are getting hitched to create a unique two-day immersive fan event tied to the network's annual programming franchise, "June Weddings." Taking place May 18-19, June Weddings Fan Celebration at Graceland presents an unprecedented opportunity for Hallmark Channel and Elvis enthusiasts to mix and mingle with network stars, catch sneak previews of the network's "June Weddings" movie lineup, take a VIP tour of the mansion and celebrate the season of "I Dos" at special wedding-themed parties and receptions. |
LOUDEST VOICE, THE (SHOWTIME)
· [series premiere] · 6/30/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · sundays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from Showtime's press release, April 2019) SHOWTIME has announced that it will premiere its highly-anticipated seven-part limited series THE LOUDEST VOICE, starring Academy Award(R) and Golden Globe(R) winner Russell Crowe as Fox News founder Roger Ailes, on Sunday, June 30 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Production is currently underway in New York City. THE LOUDEST VOICE is based on extensive reporting by Gabriel Sherman in his bestselling book, The Loudest Voice in the Room, which included interviews with more than 600 people. In addition to Crowe, the star-studded cast also includes Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts as former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson, Golden Globe nominee Sienna Miller (Layer Cake) as Ailes' wife Elizabeth, Oscar(R) nominee and Emmy(R) winner Seth MacFarlane (Family Guy) as former Fox News PR chief Brian Lewis, Screen Actors Guild Award(R) nominee Simon McBurney (The Theory of Everything) as News Corp leader Rupert Murdoch, Annabelle Wallis (Peaky Blinders) as former Fox News booker Laurie Luhn and Aleksa Palladino (Boardwalk Empire) as Ailes' longtime assistant Judy Laterza. Guest stars include Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Josh Charles (The Good Wife) as Casey Close, Gretchen Carlson's husband and Josh Stamberg (The Affair) as former Fox executive, Bill Shine. Emmy nominee Kari Skogland (The Handmaid's Tale) directed multiple episodes. In today's politically charged media landscape, no figure looms larger, even after his passing, than Roger Ailes, who molded Fox News into a force that irrevocably changed the conversation about the highest levels of government. To understand the events that led to the rise of the modern Republican party, one must understand Ailes. The upcoming limited series takes on that challenge, focusing primarily on the past decade in which Ailes arguably became the Republican Party's de facto leader, while also touching on defining events in Ailes' life, including his experiences with world leaders that gave birth to Ailes' political career and the sexual harassment accusations and settlements that brought his Fox News reign to an end. The series aims to shed light on the psychology that drives the political process from the top down. |
BRING THE FUNNY (NBC)
· [series premiere] · 7/9/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from NBC's press release, March 2019) "Bring the Funny" will feature the world's best comedic acts and will embrace every style of comedy performance in one competition. The series will feature the best of the best stand-ups, sketch troupes and comedic variety acts. From solo comics to musicians, magicians, puppeteers, YouTubers and more - anyone who can make audiences laugh will have the chance to receive the career-changing $250,000 prize package and see their name in lights in the "Bring the Funny" showcase. Judges are "Saturday Night Live's" longest-running cast member Kenan Thompson, cultural tastemaker Chrissy Teigen and comedy icon Jeff Foxworthy. Comedian Amanda Seales serves as host. |
CHASING THE CURE (TNT)
· [series premiere] · 7/25/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 8:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from WarnerMedia's press release, March 2019) |
CHASING THE CURE (TBS)
· [series premiere] · 7/25/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 8:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from WarnerMedia's press release, March 2019) |
CASH PAD (CNBC)
· [series premiere] · 7/25/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from CNBC's press release, April 2019) JoJo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers, the engaged break-out stars of "The Bachelorette," are also experienced house flippers. In this eight episode series, the dynamic couple partner with homeowners in Dallas, Austin, and Phoenix who are in serious need of extra income and hoping to turn their properties into thriving short-term rentals. Whether they're transforming a decrepit shipping container, a rundown airstream, or a garage in disrepair, JoJo and Jordan are up for the task of creating one-of-a-kind vacation hot-spots that will provide a life-changing financial boost for their homeowner partners. Produced by Electus with Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Tim Puntillo, Craig Plestis and Ming Lee Howell as executive producers. Jim Ackerman and Marshall Eisen are the executive producers for CNBC. |
LISTING IMPOSSIBLE (CNBC)
· [series premiere] · 7/25/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST |
| (from CNBC's press release, April 2019) When L.A.'s wealthiest put their multi-million dollar properties up for sale, they sometimes learn that the house of their dreams... isn't anyone else's. And as a result their very, um, unique creations can end up sitting on the market for years. That's where superstar real estate agent Aaron Kirman and his team come in. To fix up the homes and attract the right buyers, they'll need to tell these owners the cold, hard truth - something the rich and powerful don't always like to hear. The eight episode series is produced by Authentic Entertainment, a division of Endemol Shine North America, with David Tibballs, Helga Eike, and Sara Reddy as executive producers. Jim Ackerman and Luke Bauer are the executive producers for CNBC. |
BOYS, THE (AMAZON)
· [series premiere] · 7/26/19 at 3:01 AM |
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FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FUNERAL (HULU)
· [series premiere] · 7/31/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 3:01 AM-3:30 AM EST |
| (from Hulu's press release, April 2019) Four American friends reunite for a fabulous London wedding. But after a bombshell at the altar throws their lives into turmoil, they must weather a tumultuous year of romance and heartbreak. Relationships are forged and broken, political scandals exposed, London social life lampooned, love affairs ignited and doused, and of course, there are four weddings... and a funeral. |
NO ONE SAW A THING (SUNDANCE)
· [series premiere] · 7/31/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM EST |
| (from AMC Networks' press release, April 2019) A new true crime documentary series from Blumhouse Television, No One Saw A Thing examines an unsolved and mysterious death in the American Heartland and the corrosive effects of vigilantism in small town America. The case garnered international attention in the early 1980s after a resident was shot dead in front of almost 60 townspeople. These witnesses deny having seen anything, to this very day. |
SHERMAN'S SHOWCASE (IFC)
· [series premiere] · 7/31/19 at 10:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · wednesdays from 10:00 PM-10:30 PM EST |
| (from AMC Networks' press release, April 2019) Sherman's Showcase is a new musical variety sketch comedy show created and written by Diallo Riddle (Marlon, Rise) and Bashir Salahuddin (GLOW, Snatched). Drawing inspiration from dance/variety shows Solid Gold,?Soul Train and Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, each episode of Sherman's Showcase?is hosted by Sherman McDaniels as he takes viewers through time, via music and comedy drawn from the 40-year library of a legendary (but fictional) musical variety show. Whether it's a questionably attired funk super group in the 1970s, an up-and-coming MC in the 1980s or an R&B diva from the 1990s, Sherman's Showcase has it all: music, comedy, famous guest stars and dancing with an exuberant host who's been with the show throughout its run. |
COUNTRY MUSIC (PBS)
· [series premiere] · 9/15/19 at 8:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · weeknights from 8:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from PBS's press release, February 2019) Step back in time and journey through the compelling history of a truly American art form when COUNTRY MUSIC, a new eight-part, 16-hour film directed by Ken Burns, and produced by Burns and his long-time collaborators Dayton Duncan and Julie Dunfey, premieres Sunday, September 15 through Wednesday, September 18, and Sunday, September 22 through Wednesday, September 25 at 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET. The first four episodes will stream on station-branded PBS platforms, including PBS.org and PBS apps, timed to the Sunday, September 15premiere and the second four timed to the broadcast of Episode 5 on Sunday, September 22 (each episode will stream for a period of three weeks). PBS Passport members will be able to stream the entire series for a period of six months beginning Sunday, September 15. The documentary, written by Duncan, who also wrote the illustrated companion book (coming from Alfred A. Knopf on September 10), chronicles the highs and lows of country music's early days, from southern Appalachia's songs of struggle, heartbreak and faith to the rollicking Western swing of Texas, California's honky-tonks and Nashville's?"Grand Ole Opry." The film follows the evolution of country music over the course of the 20th century as it eventually emerges to become "America's music." |
FIVE DAY BIZ FIX (CNBC)
· [series premiere] · 9/19/19 at 9:00 PM
· [regularly airs] · thursdays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
| (from CNBC's press release, April 2019) Husband and wife team Chrissy and Erik Kopplin re-think, re-design, and renovate small businesses in just five days. Using their years of high-end retail design experience and construction know-how, Chrissy and Erik come up with innovative ways to revamp underperforming spaces. Whether it's building a bar in a book shop or creating a restaurant in a hotel bedroom, these out-of-the-box renos are guaranteed to boost revenue. Produced by Turn Card Content with Audra Smith, Courtney Smith, and Karin Jarlstedt as executive producers. Jim Ackerman, Marshall Eisen and Adam Barry are the executive producers for CNBC. |
POLITICIAN, THE (NETFLIX)
· [series premiere] · 9/27/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · fridays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Netflix's press release, March 2019) Payton Hobart (Ben Platt), a wealthy student from Santa Barbara, California, has known since age seven that he's going to be President of the United States. But first he'll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape of all: Saint Sebastian High School. To get elected Student Body President, secure a spot at Harvard, and stay on his singular path to success, Payton will have to outsmart his ruthless classmates without sacrificing his own morality and carefully crafted image. Full of dark comedy and sly satire, Ryan Murphy's The Politician offers a rare glimpse into just what it takes to make a politician. |
MANDALORIAN, THE (DISNEY+)
· [series premiere] · 11/12/19 at 3:01 AM
· [regularly airs] · tuesdays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST |
| (from Disney+'s press release, April 2019) Scripted originals previously announced for Disney+ include The Mandalorian, the world's first scripted live-action Star Wars series; the exclusive new season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars; High School Musical: The Musical: The Series; the untitled Cassian Andor series starring Diego Luna and Alan Tudyk; the Marvel Studios' series Loki starring Tom Hiddleston; Monsters at Work, Diary of a Female President; and live-action films Lady and the Tramp, Noelle, Togo, Timmy Failure and Stargirl. Nonfiction series also announced earlier this week include Be Our Chef, Cinema Relics: Iconic Art of the Movies (working title), Earthkeepers (working title), Encore!, the untitled Walt Disney Imagineering documentary series, Marvel's 616, Marvel's Hero Project, (Re)Connect, Rogue Trip and Shop Class (working title). |
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