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[09/07/10 - 06:24 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, September 7
Updates include: Bo Burnham, Lena Dunham land pilots at MTV, HBO; and Tom Perrotta brings "The Wishbones" to Showtime.

[09/07/10 - 04:41 PM]
HBO Documentary Films Acquires U.S. TV Rights to Public Speaking, Spotlighting Writer Fran Lebowitz
The Martin Scorsese-helmed project debuts in November on the pay channel.

[09/07/10 - 03:03 PM]
FOX Goes Back for Seconds with Season Two of Gordon Ramsay's "Masterchef"
"Gordon Ramsay is an incredible talent and the biggest culinary star on television today, so we're very happy to have Gordon and MASTERCHEF back for another season on FOX," said Mike Darnell.

[09/07/10 - 02:21 PM]
For the First Time Ever, "Grey's Anatomy" Fans Will Be Able to Vote for and Select the New Season's Poster Art
Fans will have until Thursday, September 16 to cast their votes at the show's Facebook page.

[09/07/10 - 01:05 PM]
Sharktopus Theme Song, Performed by the Cheetah Whores, Now Available for Radio Play on Itunes
The much-ballyhooed Syfy original premieres Saturday, September 25 at 9:00/8:00c.

[09/07/10 - 12:47 PM]
TNT's Leverage Scores Strong Growth as Hit Series Wraps Up Summer Season
TNT spins the numbers for Sunday, September 5.

[09/07/10 - 12:40 PM]
NBC's 'Saturday Night Live' Premieres September 25 with Snl Alum Amy Poehler & Chart-Topping Musical Guest Katy Perry
Plus: Vanessa Bayer, Paul Brittain, Taran Killam, and Jay Pharoah will join the cast as featured players.

[09/07/10 - 12:35 PM]
Cher, Ellen Degeneres, Katy Perry, the "Jersey Shore" Cast, Rosario Dawson, the Cast of "Glee," Chris Pine, the Cast of Jackass, Kim Kardashian, Joe Manganiello of "True Blood," Rick Ross and Romeo of Aventura to Appear at the "2010 MTV Video Music Awards"
Chelsea Handler hosts the 27th annual awards show, airing this Sunday.

[09/07/10 - 11:35 AM]
Jeff and Lester Are on the Lam and in Search of a Copy of the New Halo: Reach Videogame in "Chuck Presents - Buy Hard: The Jeff and Lester Story," an Original Digital Series Launching September 7
Scott Krinksy and Vik Sahay star in the "Chuck" five-episode original digital series.

[09/07/10 - 10:55 AM]
BBC America - October Highlights
Newcomer I'LL DO ANYTHING and season eight of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW join the previously announced LUTHER.

[09/07/10 - 10:52 AM]
Superstars on the Field and Outrageous Characters Off, T.O. and Ochocinco Are Teaming Up to Bring Their Trash-Talking, Larger-Than-Life Personalities to Versus for the T.ocho Show
The newcomer will air Tuesdays at 10:30/9:30c beginning October 12.

[09/07/10 - 10:09 AM]
ABC Is No. 1 on Monday in Adults 18-49 and All Key Women Demos
ABC spins the numbers for Monday, September 6.

[09/07/10 - 09:31 AM]
NBC and Dreamworks Animation Bring One-Of-A-Kind Animated Programming to Audiences at Home for the Holidays with New Original Specials: 'Scared Shrekless' and 'Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special'
"Scared Shrekless" will air Thursday, October 28 while "Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special" is set for Wednesday, November 24.

[09/07/10 - 09:04 AM]
Boomerock Rings in Stone-Age 50th Anniversary Salute to the Flintstones
The celebration begins Thursday, September 30 on the cable channel.

[09/07/10 - 08:43 AM]
Josh and Jake Harris Sign on for Discovery Channel's 'Deadliest Catch'
"Josh and Jake are part of the Discovery family," said Discovery's Clark Bunting.

[09/07/10 - 08:43 AM]
Get Your Free Desserts as Bravo Declares September 15th "Top Chef Just Desserts Day"
All times and locations will be announced via Twitter and Facebook the morning of September 15.

[09/07/10 - 08:35 AM]
Kenny Chesney Takes the Stage for an All-New CMT "Invitation Only" Premiering Monday, September 27
The one-hour special features performances of "When The Sun Goes Down", "Out Last Night," and more.

[09/07/10 - 08:06 AM]
AMC Acquires Rights to the Godfather Films Through 2019
Also included is "The Godfather: The Complete Novel for Television (1977)", the nine-hour chronological re-edit of the first two installations.

[09/07/10 - 08:03 AM]
Swift Justice with Nancy Grace Evolves the Court Series Genre
The half-hour, syndicated, reality court series debuts Monday, September 13.

[09/07/10 - 08:02 AM]
Kennedy Center to Honor Merle Haggard; Jerry Herman; Bill T. Jones; Paul Mccartney; and Oprah Winfrey on "The 33rd Annual Kennedy Center Honors"
The 33rd annual celebration airs Tuesday, December 28 on CBS.

[09/07/10 - 07:58 AM]
Hit Real-Life Series "Steven Seagal Lawman" Returns to A&E for an Action-Packed Second Season
The show's eight-episode sophomore run begins Wednesday, October 6 at 10:00/9:00c.

[09/07/10 - 07:28 AM]
Syfy and Peacock Productions Ink Music Superstar Billy Ray Cyrus to Headline Development of New Reality Show Ufo: Unbelievably Freakin' Obvious
The series features Cyrus and his son as they "investigate the conspiracy theories that abound around unexplained activity and paranormal phenomena."

[09/06/10 - 09:18 AM]
Exclusive: Syfy Books Felicia Day's "Red" for October 30
Kavan Smith and Stephen McHattie co-star in the project, which will air during Syfy's upcoming "31 Days of Halloween" event.

[09/06/10 - 12:02 AM]
Interview: "Thintervention" Host Jackie Warner

[09/04/10 - 12:42 PM]
Disney Channel's "Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam" Debuts as TV/Cable's No. 1 Movie of 2010
Disney Channel spins the numbers for Friday, September 3.

[09/03/10 - 06:02 PM]
Development Update: Friday, September 3
Updates include: Ken Jenkins to visit ABC's "Cougar Town"; Paul Scheuring, McG team for ABC drama; and John Glenn books dramas at CBS, FOX.

[09/03/10 - 05:12 PM]
Kara Dioguardi Departs "American Idol"
"I felt like I won the lottery when I joined AMERICAN IDOL two years ago, but I feel like now is the best time to leave IDOL," said DioGuardi in a formal statement.

[09/03/10 - 12:52 PM]
ABC Pushes "America's Funniest Home Videos" Return to October 3
The Alphabet is opting for a two-hour "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" on Sunday, September 26.

[09/03/10 - 12:51 PM]
The CW Network Is Bringing Hellcats to the Heart of Frisco, Tx for the Largest Cheerleading Event the Nation Has Ever Seen
Plus: The cheerleading squad who succeeds in bringing the most dance participants to the gathering will receive $4,000.

[09/03/10 - 10:48 AM]
Interview: "Mel B: It's a Scary World" Star Mel B

[09/03/10 - 10:46 AM]
Interview: "Blood Dolphins" Star Lincoln O'Barry

[09/03/10 - 09:53 AM]
Comedy Pilot 'I Just Want My Pants Back' Begins Production for MTV in New York
Peter Vack, Kim Shaw, Elisabeth Hower, Jordan Carlos and Chris Parnell co-star in the project.

[09/02/10 - 10:32 PM]
Discovery Tables "Pitchmen," Animal Planet Moves Up "Whale Wars" Special
The Anthony "Sully" Sullivan-led series has been pulled after just two episodes.

[09/02/10 - 06:58 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, September 2
Updates include: Oren Peli, Marc Guggenheim land ABC dramas; Alyssa Milano to star in Lifetime original; and John Enbom to bring "Free Agents" to U.S. for NBC.

[09/02/10 - 02:37 PM]
Disney/Abc, ESPN and Time Warner Cable Sign Long-Term, Wide-Ranging Agreement to Carry a Variety of Video & Digital Services
This extensive and expanded rights package marks Disney Media Network's most expansive content agreement to date.

[09/02/10 - 12:57 PM]
American Idol Announces Los Angeles as Final Audition City
The series will host auditions in Los Angeles beginning Wednesday, September 22.

[09/02/10 - 12:07 PM]
MTV News Gives Viewers a Vip Pass to the "2010 Video Music Awards Preshow" on Sunday, September 12 at 8pm ET/PT
Nicki Minaj will be featured in her first-ever televised solo performance.

[09/02/10 - 11:28 AM]
Nightline Is No. 1 Among Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 for the Week and Season to Date
ABC spins the late-night numbers for the week of August 23-27.

[09/02/10 - 11:27 AM]
ABC and Cafepress Unveil New ABC Online Store with Emphasis on Fan Engagement
Fans can design their own T-shirts, posters, SIGG water bottles and other custom products.

[09/02/10 - 11:26 AM]
ABC Picks Up Emmy Award-Winning Reality Series "Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution" for a Second Season
The series, which recently won the 2010 Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program, will run for six episodes.

[09/02/10 - 11:02 AM]
'Tonight Show' Rebroadcasts Win the Late-Night Week of AuG. 23-27 Over 'Late Show' Originals
NBC spins the late-night numbers for the week of August 23-27.

[09/02/10 - 11:01 AM]
NBC's Hit Summer Series 'America's Got Talent' Reveals the Top 10 Acts That Will Compete Live on Tuesday, September 7
The September 7 show will also include a performance from pop singer Enrique Iglesias, who will perform his #1 dance single "I Like It."

[09/02/10 - 10:41 AM]
MTV Gives Fans More of Summer's #1 TV Series with the Return of "Jersey Shore After Hours"
The half-hour after-show will air Thursdays at 11:00/10:00c following the series.

[09/02/10 - 09:22 AM]
Cma Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock Boosts ABC to Wednesday Summer Highs
ABC spins the numbers for Wednesday, September 1.

[09/02/10 - 09:20 AM]
Big Brother Wednesday Sweeps Time Period in Viewers and Key Demographics
CBS spins the numbers for Wednesday, September 1.

[09/02/10 - 09:15 AM]
TV Land Gives Viewers a Revealing Look at the Drama, Tears and Joy Behind the Scenes of the Reality Modeling Competition "She's Got the Look"
The half-hour special airs Wednesday, September 8 at 11:00/10:00c.

[09/02/10 - 06:16 AM]
Nate Berkus Redesigns Weekday Television with the Launch of 'The Nate Berkus Show' Beginning September 13, 2010
"My whole life has been a conversation with women, so I wanted to create a show that reflects their lives and gives them something meaningful each day," said Berkus.

[09/01/10 - 07:19 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, September 1
Updates include: FOX lands "Locke & Key"; Mekhi Phifer to depart "Lie to Me"; and TNT on track to renew "Memphis Beat."

[09/01/10 - 04:01 PM]
Syfy Journeys to Neverland in Peter Pan Prequel from Writer/Director Nick Willing
The project, due in 2011, stars Rhys Ifans, Anna Friel, Bob Hoskins, Raoul Trujillo and Charlie Rowe.

[09/01/10 - 02:34 PM]
NBC.com Announces the 'Undercovers: Get a Room Private Screening' Online Sweepstakes to Promote Debut of NBC's New Drama 'Undercovers'
The sweepstakes will reward five lucky winners with an all-expense-paid romantic adventure for two to New York City.







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[12/03/25 - 12:30 PM]
CBS Announces Second Season Orders for the Top Two New Broadcast Series - #1 "Boston Blue" and #2 "Sheriff Country"
The series average 8 million viewers and 7.6 million viewers, respectively, in Nielsen live plus 7-day multiplatform ratings.

[12/03/25 - 11:59 AM]
"9-1-1: Nashville" Season Premiere Catapults to Over 19 Million Total Viewers
Over 35 days, ABC's Thursday night drama premieres amassed impressive audiences based on competitive cross-platform broadcast series rankings, with all three dramas landing in the Top 10 among Adults 18-49.

[12/03/25 - 11:27 AM]
Star-Studded Cast of Cooking Disasters Take on Culinary Boot Camp in "Worst Cooks in America: Reality Check"
This season, Chefs Jeff Mauro and Tiffany Derry are on a mission to transform an all-star cast from cooking disasters to kitchen masters with an intense culinary boot camp like no other.

[12/03/25 - 11:25 AM]
Fresh Off Successful Theatrical Run, Great American Media Announces "Another Sweet Christmas," Starring Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison, Streams Exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, Beginning December 18
The sequel to "Home Sweet Christmas" also premieres on Great American Family and GFAM+, Saturday, December 20 (8 p.m. ET).

[12/03/25 - 11:00 AM]
Hulu Renews "Chad Powers" for a Second Season
Glen Powell will return as the titular character.

[12/03/25 - 11:00 AM]
Broadcast Talent Announced for Inaugural Optum Golf Channel Games December 17 in Primetime on Golf Channel and USA Network
Current PGA Tour player Keith Mitchell will serve as an analyst for coverage of the Optum Golf Channel Games alongside longtime Golf Channel commentator Steve Sands, who will provide play-by-play commentary.

[12/03/25 - 10:31 AM]
Louis Carr Appointed President of BET
Carr assumes leadership of BET from Scott Mills, who earlier today announced his departure after 23 years at the company.

[12/03/25 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "A Thousand Blows" - Season 2 Trailer - Hulu
It's the dawn of a new era.

[12/03/25 - 10:01 AM]
HBO Original Documentary "Music Box: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?" Debuts December 18
The film is an intimate documentary chronicling the rise of the band Counting Crows and the unrelenting pressure that followed their breakout success.

[12/03/25 - 09:32 AM]
Get Ready to Hit the Casino with a New Untitled Vegas Television Series
The new series from the creators of "Billions" is executive produced by the legendary Martin Scorsese.

[12/03/25 - 09:00 AM]
The Unbelievable True Story of "Roofman" Premieres on Paramount+ December 9
Channing Tatum stars as the film's titular character, as well as a stellar cast including Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield, Juno Temple, Uzo Aduba, Lily Collias, Jimmy O. Yang and Peter Dinklage.

[12/03/25 - 08:57 AM]
Record NFL Viewership Caps Thanksgiving Night on NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo
Bengals-Ravens is the most-watched Thanksgiving night NFL game ever with an average of 28.4 million viewers.

[12/03/25 - 08:55 AM]
"NFL on CBS" Shatters Record for Most-Watched Regular-Season Game in NFL History with More Than 57 Million Viewers
Viewership peaked with 61.357 million viewers for the game's thrilling conclusion (7:45-8:00 PM ET).

[12/03/25 - 08:49 AM]
FOX Sports Feasts on Thanksgiving Day with 47.7 Million Viewers for Packers-Lions
Viewership peaked with 57,957,000 viewers from 4:00-4:15 PM ET.

[12/03/25 - 08:47 AM]
Most-Watched NBA on ESPN Thanksgiving Eve in Six Years
The inaugural tripleheader averaged 2,099,000 viewers, up 54 percent from last year's Thanksgiving Eve doubleheader, according to Nielsen Big Data + Panel.