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[11/04/13 - 11:29 PM]
Development Update: Monday, November 4
Updates include: NBC halts production on "Crisis"; Laura Ramsey tapped as lead on VH1's "Hindsight"; and Gael García Bernal is the first cast in Amazon's "Mozart in the Jungle."

[11/04/13 - 03:20 PM]
"Gold Rush" #1 on Friday Night Cable Among Persons, Men and Women 25-54
Discovery spins the numbers for Friday, November 1.

[11/04/13 - 02:41 PM]
Friday's Cable Ratings & Broadcast Finals: "Shark Tank," "Blue Bloods" Fill Top Spots
Plus: numbers for Travel Channel's "The Dead Files," A&E's "Storage Wars: New York" and Animal Planet's "Tanked."

[11/04/13 - 01:16 PM]
Doctor Who's First Doctor Regenerated in BBC America's "An Adventure in Space and Time" Premiering November 22
David Bradley, Jessica Raine and Brian Cox star in the film, premiering Friday November 22 at 9:00/8:00c.

[11/04/13 - 12:36 PM]
TravelChannel.com Names the "Travel's Best" Travel Deals for 2013
The site's editors enlisted a panel of experts that have collaboratively discussed and debated the extensive travel-related options, and determined the 10 best.

[11/04/13 - 12:29 PM]
Syfy, Advertising Age and The ADVERTISING Club of New York Partner for Transmedia Storytelling Symposium on Tuesday, November 5
The panelists will examine some of the industry's most innovative, hotly discussed case studies of transmedia storytelling.

[11/04/13 - 11:45 AM]
Georgetown and Oregon to Meet in Armed Forces Classic from United States Army Garrison Humphreys in South Korea
The game is the centerpiece of ESPN's fifth annual America's Heroes: A Salute to Our Veterans,a five-day initiative that honors veterans and troops in programming across the company's U.S. media platforms.

[11/04/13 - 11:45 AM]
ABC Announces Holiday-Themed Programming Schedule
Highlights include the original movie "Christmas in Conway" and the competition series "The Great Christmas Light Fight."

[11/04/13 - 11:37 AM]
E! Premieres Two New Seasons of Emmy-Nominated, Web Megahit and Dating Show Parody "Burning Love" Beginning Wednesday, November 13 at 10:30 PM ET/PT
In season two, Julie Gristlewhite (June Diane Raphael) has her choice of hunky bachelors, including studs played by Michael Cera, Jerry O'Connell and Ryan Hansen.

[11/04/13 - 11:24 AM]
Nat Geo Wild's Fourth Annual "Big Cat Week" Roars Off Friday, Nov. 29
Highlights include "Man v. Cheetah" on Friday, November 29 at 9:00/8:00c.

[11/04/13 - 10:46 AM]
"Toxic Hot Seat," a Shocking Expose of Chemical Flame Retardants That Permeate Our Lives and the Harmful Substances They Release, Debuts Nov. 25, Exclusively on HBO
HBO Documentary Films presents a weekly series this fall, debuting provocative new specials every Monday through December 9.

[11/04/13 - 10:45 AM]
Live + 7 Day Ratings: "Toy Story of Terror!" Grows to 16.7 Million/ABC Again Claims Most Top 10 Playback Gainers
ABC further spins the numbers for the week of October 14-20.

[11/04/13 - 10:31 AM]
NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Names Bill McGoldrick and Jackie de Crinis to New Senior Programming Posts
McGoldrick was named Executive Vice President, Original Content, Syfy, and de Crinis was named Executive Vice President, Original Programming, USA Network.

[11/04/13 - 10:23 AM]
E! to Air Hit 90's Phenomenom "Saved by the Bell" in New Morning Block Starting Monday, November 11
The cable channel will rollout out the series in chronological order, starting with the second season, which features the unforgettable introduction to Zack Morris.

[11/04/13 - 10:20 AM]
Aaron Stanford and Amanda Schull Cast in Syfy's "12 Monkeys" Pilot from Universal Cable Productions and Atlas Entertainment
Also joining in key positions behind the camera are Natalie Chaidez as showrunner and Jeffrey Reiner who will direct the pilot.

[11/04/13 - 10:00 AM]
TNT Greenlights Investigation Series "APB with Troy Dunn" (Working Title), Featuring Nation's Foremost Expert in Tracing Missing Persons
The show is slated to premiere Friday, January 17 at 10:00/9:00c, following the season two premiere of "Cold Justice."

[11/04/13 - 09:37 AM]
"The Good Wife" Delivers Its Largest Audience and Matches Its Best Adults 18-49 Delivery of the Season
CBS spins the numbers for Sunday, November 3.

[11/04/13 - 09:36 AM]
World Series Champion and MVP David "Big Papi" Ortiz to Appear on "Live with Kelly And Michael," Tuesday, November 5, 2013
The nine-time All-Star and holder of the Red Sox single season record for home runs will share his thoughts on the Red Sox' exciting series against the St. Louis Cardinals.

[11/04/13 - 09:21 AM]
Presenters Announced for "The 47th Annual CMA Awards"
Lee Brice, Connie Britton, Kelly Clarkson, Sheryl Crow, Brett Eldredge, Eli Young Band, Charles Esten, Lucy Hale, Kip Moore, Jake Owen and Kellie Pickler are scheduled to present trophies.

[11/04/13 - 09:20 AM]
Taylor Swift to Receive CMA Pinnacle Award During "The 47th Annual CMA Awards," Airing Wednesday on ABC
The Award recognizes an artist who has achieved both national and international prominence through concert performances and record sales at levels unique in Country Music.

[11/04/13 - 09:15 AM]
Emily Wickersham Joins the Team, on "NCIS"
She plays NSA Analyst Eleanor "Ellie" Bishop, a new series regular beginning on Tuesday, November 19.

[11/04/13 - 08:46 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "SNF" Pulls NBC Back in Front Among Adults 18-49
Plus: CBS gets a big boost behind a full hour of NFL overrun in primetime.

[11/04/13 - 08:38 AM]
NBC's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Kicks Off Festive Holiday Season Nov. 28, 9 A.M. - Noon (All Time Zones)
The star power on Thanksgiving Day comes courtesy of hosts Matt Lauer, Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie of NBC's "Today," and performers from music, film, sports, theater and television.

[11/04/13 - 08:27 AM]
ABC's Sunday Lineup Hits a 4-Week High with Gains Across the Night
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, November 3.

[11/04/13 - 08:20 AM]
NBC Is Currently #1 for the Night Among the Broadcast Networks in Adults 18-49, Adults 18-34, Adults 25-54 and Most Other Key Demographics
NBC spins the numbers for Sunday, November 3.

[11/04/13 - 08:08 AM]
Video: Watch a New Full Episode of "The Birthday Boys" Before It Airs - Featuring a Special Guest Star - Available Now on IFC.com & Additional Platforms
The episode titled "Rock and Roll" is available now on IFC.com, HULU, TVE and VOD.

[11/04/13 - 08:02 AM]
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi to Present the Top Ten List on CBS's "Late Show with David Letterman," Tuesday, Nov. 5
She last visited the broadcast seven years ago on August 22, 2006, ahead of the fall elections that made her the first female Speaker of the House.

[11/04/13 - 07:50 AM]
Mega-Stars Josh Hutcherson, Queen Latifah, Chris Paul and Shay Mitchell Join Nick Cannon un Honoring Four Teens and Their Commitment to Service in Fifth Annual TeenNick HALO Awards
The star-studded annual awards show will broadcast live for the first time ever from the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 17.

[11/04/13 - 07:35 AM]
Great American Country to Broadcast Exclusive Red Carpet Pre-Show for "The 47th Annual CMA Awards"
Great American Country personalities Suzanne Alexander, Nan Kelley and Storme Warren will be in the center of all of the red carpet excitement.

[11/04/13 - 07:24 AM]
DIY Network Extends Production on Six Popular Series
"House Crashers," "Yard Crashers," "I Hate My Yard," "Garage Gold," "Million Dollar Contractor" and "Rescue My Renovation" are all due back.

[11/04/13 - 07:12 AM]
Lacey Chabert Stars in the LMN Original Movie "Non-Stop"
Premiering Friday, November 29, the film also stars Veronica Cartwright, Betsy Russell, Jim O'Heir, David Lipper, Drew Seeley and Will Kemp.

[11/04/13 - 06:29 AM]
CNBC, MSNBC & USA Network to Carry 124 Hours of Olympic Winter Games Coverage
CNBC will serve 36 hours of curling coverage; MSNBC will host 45 hours of live hockey and curling coverage; and USA Network will air live curling and hockey.

[11/04/13 - 06:01 AM]
Amazon Original Series "Alpha House" and "Betas" to Premiere This Month
The first three episodes of each show will be available to all Amazon customers for free via Amazon Instant Video.

[11/03/13 - 12:01 PM]
Video: Watch the First Eight Minutes of Tomorrow's All-New Episode of "Sleepy Hollow"
Said installment features guest star John Noble as the mysterious Henry Parrish.

[11/03/13 - 10:51 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: College Football Gets It Done for ABC
Coverage of Miami at Florida State leads both total viewers and adults 18-49 last night.

[11/03/13 - 10:40 AM]
"Saturday Night Live" Delivers Its Highest Rating in Metered-Market Households Since March 9
NBC spins the numbers for Saturday, November 2.

[11/02/13 - 08:54 AM]
"The Blacklist" Once Again Delivers the Second Biggest "Live Plus Three Day" Increase in U.S. Television History in Total Viewership
NBC further spins the numbers for Monday, October 28.

[11/02/13 - 08:48 AM]
"Grimm" Captures the #1 18-49 Rating of the Night for a Scripted Series
NBC spins the numbers for Friday, November 1.

[11/02/13 - 08:41 AM]
ABC Wins Friday; "Shark Tank" Is #1 Show; "20/20" Draws an 18-Month High
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, November 1.

[11/02/13 - 08:30 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, "Shark Tank" Pull Back in Front
Both the Alphabet and CBS bounce back ahead of NBC last night among adults 18-49.

[11/01/13 - 11:11 PM]
Development Update: Friday, November 1
Updates include: Vinnie Jones is the first to "Galavant" at ABC; Shane West, Tamzin Merchant join WGN America's "Salem"; and Joshua Sternin, Jennifer Ventimilia book comedies at ABC.

[11/01/13 - 07:01 PM]
Showtime(R) Offers the Premiere of New Documentary Series "Time of Death" on Multiple Platforms
The episode can be screened now on the Showtime website, on YouTube, via select television providers' websites and on Showtime's apps.

[11/01/13 - 06:25 PM]
ABC Gives Full Seasons to "The Goldbergs," "Trophy Wife"; Extends "Super Fun Night"
The former have received back nine orders while Rebel Wilson's newcomer is getting four additional episodes.

[11/01/13 - 05:16 PM]
ABC Pulls the Plug on "Back in the Game"
Co-creator Robb Cullen broke the news this afternoon, adding that all 13 episodes are planned to air.

[11/01/13 - 02:48 PM]
Thursday's Cable Ratings & Broadcast Finals: "Millers," "Scandal" Top Originals in Viewers, Demos
Plus: numbers for FX's "Anger Management," WE tv's "Tamar & Vince" and Food Network's "Restaurant Divided."

[11/01/13 - 01:30 PM]
Steven Tyler, Chef Nobu, Tara Lipinski, Carol Alt, Anne V Among Judges Set for the 2013 Miss Universe(R) Competition
As previously announced, Thomas Roberts and Mel B will co-host the competition, airing Saturday, November 9 on NBC.

[11/01/13 - 01:24 PM]
ESPN and the MLS Cup Playoffs 2013 - Two-Time Defending Champion LA Galaxy and Real Salt Lake Series Begins November 3
Play-by-play commentator Adrian Healey, analyst Taylor Twellman and sideline reporter Monica Gonzalez will call the match with Alexi Lalas providing studio commentary from site.

[11/01/13 - 01:13 PM]
FX Productions Closes First-Look TV Deal with Sacha Baron Cohen's Production Company Four by Two and FXX Orders "Ali G: Rezurection"
"Ali G: Rezurection" includes every episode of "Da Ali G Show" with new, original introductions starring Baron Cohen.

[11/01/13 - 12:52 PM]
Week 11 Flex Scheduling: November 17 Chiefs-Broncos Game Moves to NBC's "Sunday Night Football"
Green Bay Packers at New York Giants goes to 4:25 PM ET on FOX while San Diego Chargers at Miami Dolphins moves to 4:05 PM ET on CBS.

[11/01/13 - 12:45 PM]
"Live with Kelly and Michael" Announces the Guest Lineup for the Week of November 4-8, 2013
Jason Statham, Pharrell Williams, Chris Hemsworth, Rob Lowe, Kevin Kline , Jane Lynch, Bruce Dern and Carrie Ann Inaba are all on tap.







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[10/09/25 - 10:23 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 10:04 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 10:01 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 10:00 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 09:08 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 09:03 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 09:01 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 09:01 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 09:01 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 08:27 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 08:01 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 08:00 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 07:31 AM]
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[10/09/25 - 07:25 AM]
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For the fifth consecutive year, the ceremony will originate from Jazz at Lincoln Center's Appel Room in New York City and will be hosted by Chris Fowler, emceeing for the 32nd straight year.