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[09/24/15 - 11:35 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, September 24
Updates include: TNT axes Jennifer Beals-led drama "Proof"; Sam Jaeger, Harold Perrineau cast in "Poor Richard's Almanack" at USA; and Steven Soderbergh to bring experimental "Mosaic" to HBO.

[09/24/15 - 05:45 PM]
This Monday on FOX, Don't Miss a Special Two-Part Trailer for "The X-Files" During "Gotham" and "Minority Report"
Plus: watch the latest promo for Monday's installment of "Gotham."

[09/24/15 - 02:04 PM]
"America's Game of the Week" Powers NFL on FOX to Second-Best Start Ever
FOX Sports spins the numbers for Sunday, September 20.

[09/24/15 - 12:51 PM]
GSN Expands Its "Skin Wars" Franchise and Greenlights New 8-Episode Spinoff "Skin Wars: Fresh Paint" for 2016
The project first aired as a one-hour special in August 2015.

[09/24/15 - 12:31 PM]
"The Tonight Show" Wins Week of Sept. 14-18 in 18-49 and Total Viewers Over "Late Show"
NBC spins the late-night numbers for the week of September 14-18 as well as the 2014-2015 season.

[09/24/15 - 11:59 AM]
Hip Hop Legend Ja Rule Takes Over MTV with New Series "Follow the Rules" Premiering on Monday, October 26 at 10:00 P.M. ET/PT
The comedic half-hour docu-series is centered around Grammy(R)-nominated rapper turned actor, Ja Rule, and the hectic household that he and his wife Aisha are trying to keep under control.

[09/24/15 - 11:58 AM]
"Nightline" Is #1 for 2014-15 Television Season - First Time Winning in New Time Slot
ABC spins the late-night numbers for the week of September 14-18 as well as the 2014-2015 season.

[09/24/15 - 11:34 AM]
NBC to Keep "Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris" at 10 PM on Tuesdays for Another Week
The newcomer was previously scheduled to air at 8:00/7:00c beginning September 29.

[09/24/15 - 11:30 AM]
Paging Dr. K for a Second Season of Wild Animal Emergencies on "Dr. K's Exotic Animal ER" on Nat Geo WILD
New episodes kick off Saturday, October 3 at 9:00/8:00c on the cable channel.

[09/24/15 - 11:09 AM]
"Devious Maids" Renewed for Fourth Season
The network has ordered 10 episodes of the ABC Studios-produced program.

[09/24/15 - 10:53 AM]
Jesse Metcalfe Headlines Hallmark Channel's Series of Movies "Chesapeake Shores" Premiering 2016
Meghan Ory, Treat Williams, Diane Ladd and Barbara Niven are also featured in the debut installment.

[09/24/15 - 10:41 AM]
ABC Bumps "Beyond the Tank" Return Back a Week for Encore of "Quantico" Premiere
The new drama premieres this Sunday at 10:00/9:00c with said encore on Tuesday, September 29.

[09/24/15 - 10:19 AM]
Nickelodeon Takes Fans Back to the '90s with the Launch of "The Splat," Brand-New Destination for Iconic Nick Content, Starting Monday, Oct. 5, On TeenNick
"The Splat" will dive deep to create a retro experience filled with landmark Nickelodeon programs.

[09/24/15 - 10:11 AM]
"Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo," The Comedy Star's First HBO Stand-Up Special, Debuts Oct. 17
Directed by Chris Rock and taped May 29 before a live audience at New York's iconic Apollo Theater, the one-hour special features Schumer talking about her life.

[09/24/15 - 10:01 AM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and Lionsgate Announce Cast for New Original Drama Series "Greenleaf"
Keith David, Lynn Whitfield, Merle Dandridge, Lamman Rucker, Deborah Joy Winans, Tye White, Kim Hawthorne and Desiree Ross will co-star in the project.

[09/24/15 - 09:57 AM]
"Dateline" Starts 24th Season Strong as Third Quarter's #1 Newsmagazine
Keith Morrison kicks off season 24 by following the case of Susan Casey, a loving mother of four who vanished just 20 steps from her apartment in a small Montana town.

[09/24/15 - 09:31 AM]
The First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, Guest Stars in a Special Episode of Disney Junior's "Doc McStuffins"
In the episode airing on Child Health Day, the First Lady invites Doc and other kids who are making a difference in their community to the White House to be honored in a special ceremony.

[09/24/15 - 09:07 AM]
Hulu Acquires Exclusive Streaming Rights to "The Goldbergs"
All past episodes of the hilarious comedy series are streaming exclusively on Hulu beginning this Thursday, September 24.

[09/24/15 - 09:01 AM]
STARZ PLAY Now Available on Samsung Smart TVs
The launch marks STARZ PLAY's most recent successful deployment for the STARZ TV Everywhere service and another extension that brings the popular app and experience directly to the television.

[09/24/15 - 08:59 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: "Empire" Returns on Top for FOX
The network's juggernaut wins the evening by a wide margin among adults 18-49.

[09/24/15 - 08:52 AM]
"Mysteries of Laura" Captures Its Top 18-49 Rating Since Feb. 25
NBC spins the numbers for Wednesday, September 23.

[09/24/15 - 08:42 AM]
All 5 of ABC's Wednesday Series Return Up from their Season Finales
ABC spins the numbers for Wednesday, September 23.

[09/24/15 - 08:21 AM]
Video: "Nathan For You" Season Three Premieres Thursday, October 15 at 10 p.m. ET/PT
In this new season, Nathan attempts to start a nationwide fitness craze, help a hotel cater to sexually active parents, and pull off the most astonishing life transformation ever to be broadcast on television.

[09/24/15 - 06:30 AM]
CMT Updates Premiere of "I Love Kellie Pickler"
The series - starring Pickler and her husband, Kyle Jacobs - will now launch on Thursday, November 5 at 10:00/9:00c.

[09/24/15 - 06:07 AM]
"Jimmy Kimmel Live" Returns to Brooklyn for a Week of Shows with an All Star Line Up of Guests
The lineup of guests includes Jay Z, Bill Murray, Michael J. Fox, Bradley Cooper, American Ballet Theater Principal Ballerina Misty Copeland, Howard Stern, and more.

[09/23/15 - 11:17 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, September 23
Updates include: Shondaland developing new medical drama for ABC; Dave Jeser, Matt Silverstein are "Straight Outta Calabasas" for FOX; and Tom Payne cast in key role on AMC's "The Walking Dead."

[09/23/15 - 02:51 PM]
An All-New "CMT Instant Jam" with 5-Time Grammy Nominee Hunter Hayes Premieres Saturday, September 26 at 10 P.M. ET/PT
The one-hour show gives a behind-the scenes look at all the moments leading up to the free pop-up concert.

[09/23/15 - 01:50 PM]
OWN Delivers Most-Watched Night in Network History
OWN spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 22.

[09/23/15 - 12:54 PM]
National Geographic Channel and GE, Along with Imagine Entertainment and Asylum Entertainment, Partner on Revolutionary New Series "Breakthrough"
Angela Bassett, Peter Berg, Paul Giamatti, Akiva Goldsman, Ron Howard and Brett Ratner are among the featured auspices.

[09/23/15 - 12:50 PM]
Esquire Network Raises a Glass to the Culinary World's Toughest Test When "Uncorked" Premieres November 10th at 10PM ET/PT
Only 230 people across the globe have passed the test in its 40 + year history, but this accomplishment allows a person entry into one of the world's most exclusive clubs, where membership can lead to some of the most desirable jobs in the food and wine industry.

[09/23/15 - 11:51 AM]
TV One's "Unsung" Premieres a New Line-Up of Hitmakers Beginning Wednesday, October 7 at 8 P.M. ET
On tap are installments featuring KC and The Sunshine Band, Kashif, Chante Moore, Lakeside, H-Town, Jennifer Holliday and Nate Dogg.

[09/23/15 - 11:39 AM]
Video: Starz Releases New Behind-the-Scenes Clip for the Highly Anticipated Series "Ash vs Evil Dead" Revealing Why Ash Might be the Most Reluctant Hero
Campbell reprises his role as Ash, the stock boy, aging lothario, and chainsaw-handed monster hunter who has spent the last 30 years avoiding responsibility, maturity and the terrors of the Evil Dead.

[09/23/15 - 10:40 AM]
VH1 Keeps the Game Going with a Fifth Season Greenlight for "Basketball Wives: LA"
Season four wraps on Sunday, October 4 with a reunion special the following Sunday, October 11.

[09/23/15 - 10:01 AM]
FX Renews "Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll" for Second Season
The 10-episode second season will return in 2016 with stars Leary, Elizabeth Gillies, John Corbett, Elaine Hendrix, Robert Kelly and John Ales.

[09/23/15 - 09:26 AM]
"Limitless" Premieres as Tuesday's Most Watched New Series
CBS spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 22.

[09/23/15 - 09:21 AM]
The BET "Hip Hop Awards" 2015 Will Bring the Biggest Names in Hip Hop to the Biggest Stage in Hip Hop
T.I., Fetty Wap, Rich Homie Quan, Dej Loaf, Kid Ink, Young Dro, DJ Mustard, DJ Premier are confirmed as performers.

[09/23/15 - 08:48 AM]
"Best Time Ever" Jumps 22% vs. Last Week's Premiere, Hits a 10-Month Slot High Excluding "The Voice"
NBC spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 22.

[09/23/15 - 08:44 AM]
AHC's Original Series "America: Facts vs. Fiction" Returns with Host Jamie Kaler
Season three kicks off with back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, October 6 at 10:00/9:00c.

[09/23/15 - 08:39 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Voice" Paves the Way for NBC Demo Victory
The Peacock leads the night among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched network.

[09/23/15 - 08:29 AM]
"The Muppets" Opens as Tuesday's No. 1 New Series in Adults 18-49, Delivering a 2-Year High for ABC in the Time Period
ABC spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 22.

[09/23/15 - 08:26 AM]
ESPN College Football Week 3: TV's Two Most-Watched Games, Led by No. 15 Ole Miss at No. 2 Alabama
ESPN spins the numbers for Saturday, September 19.

[09/23/15 - 08:12 AM]
HBO Drama Series "The Leftovers" Returns for Its Second Season Oct. 4
The cast of season two includes Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Liv Tyler, Carrie Coon, Ann Dowd, Margaret Qualley, Chris Zylka, Regina King, Kevin Carroll, Jovan Adepo and Janel Moloney.

[09/23/15 - 07:40 AM]
"Monday Night Football" Helps ESPN Win the Night among All Networks
ESPN spins the numbers for Monday, September 21.

[09/23/15 - 07:12 AM]
Notre Dame Football on NBC Averaging Nearly 4 Million Viewers Through Two Games
NBC spins the numbers for its Notre Dame Football coverage to date this season.

[09/23/15 - 07:02 AM]
"The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" Announces First-Week Guests
Comedic superstar Kevin Hart will be Noah's first guest when the series debuts on Monday, September 28 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central.

[09/23/15 - 06:05 AM]
Amazon Announces Lineup for its 2015 Fall Pilot Season
Anna Camp, Flea, Ryan Kwanten, Shaquille O'Neal, Terry O'Quinn, Chris Parnell, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Christina Ricci and David Strathairn are among the featured talent.

[09/22/15 - 11:21 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, September 22
Updates include: Susan Sarandon departs "Graves" at Epix; Paramount Television developing Jack Ryan TV series; and Mo Collins to star in potential comedy for ABC.

[09/22/15 - 03:31 PM]
Electus International Unveils Format Slate for MIPCOM 2015
This new block of television programming, which all premiered or had new seasons air this summer, includes original series concepts developed by Electus and its creative partners, as well as successful third party series that Electus has acquired for international distribution.

[09/22/15 - 02:02 PM]
Kirsten Is Haunted by a Stitch in a Special Halloween Episode of "Stitchers," Airing Tuesday, October 20 at 9:00PM ET/PT on ABC Family
Jeremy Sumpter guest stars in the special installment of the series.

[09/22/15 - 12:34 PM]
Bravo Media's "Married to Medicine" Prescribes a Fiery Two-Part Reunion Kicking Off Sunday, September 27 at 9PM ET/PT
The conclusion airs the following Sunday, October 4 at 9:00/8:00c.







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[10/09/25 - 07:31 AM]
NBC Olympics Announces Hockey Commentary Teams for Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
The commentators includes former NBC Sports NHL commentators Kenny Albert, Eddie Olczyk, AJ Mleczko, Brian Boucher, Kathryn Tappen, and Anson Carter.

[10/09/25 - 07:25 AM]
ABC to Air the 2025 Heisman Trophy Ceremony Presented by Nissan on Saturday, Dec. 13
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.

[10/09/25 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "The Vince Staples Show" - Season 2 Official Trailer - Netflix
When his football-star uncle dies, Vince embarks on a bizarre, funny and occasionally sinister odyssey into his complicated life history.

[10/09/25 - 06:04 AM]
ESPN Unveils Robust "Inside the NBA" Schedule for 2025-26 NBA Regular Season
Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer Ernie Johnson hosts "Inside the NBA" with analysts Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal and Kenny Smith.

[10/09/25 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Breathless" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The hospital's privatization ushers in a new supervisor and pushes the staff closer to the edge, as Patricia and Jésica battle between life and death.

[10/08/25 - 05:01 PM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49, Leading NBC's "Late Night with Seth Meyers" in All Key Demos for the 2nd Straight Week
On Monday (9/29/25), "Nightline" turned in its top Adults 18-49 telecast (346,000) in over 3 months.

[10/08/25 - 03:31 PM]
Special Episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: Taylor Swift (Extended Cut)" Set to Air Friday, Oct. 10
The telecast features additional moments from Swift's sit-down with Fallon that were not previously aired, giving fans more from their lively and wide-ranging conversation earlier this week.

[10/08/25 - 02:26 PM]
Romesh Ranganathan to Host Brand New Unscripted Comedy Game Show - "Would You Rather: Decide to Survive" for Prime Video
Hosted by Romesh Ranganathan, this comedy reality game show sees two teams of familiar faces compete in hilarious challenges based on Would You Rather decisions.

[10/08/25 - 02:01 PM]
The King Speaks of His "Determination" to Help Save the Planet in "Finding Harmony"
Prime Video and The King's Foundation today announce the upcoming release of a new landmark documentary.

[10/08/25 - 12:00 PM]
FOX Entertainment Studios and HarperCollins Publishers Form Strategic Reciprocal First-Look Development Deal
Together, the companies will create a powerful, ongoing content pipeline that flows seamlessly between book and screen.

[10/08/25 - 11:47 AM]
Prime Video Sends Kaleb to Australia in New Solo Adventure
"Kaleb: Down Under" (w/t), a new four-episode series, features Kaleb Cooper, the breakout star from the hit series "Clarkson's Farm."

[10/08/25 - 11:44 AM]
Paramount+ Greenlights Season Two of Showtime Original Series "Dexter: Resurrection"
The series has been greenlit for season two with the writers' room now open.

[10/08/25 - 11:00 AM]
ESPN Reveals Slam Dunk 2025-26 SEC Women's Basketball Schedule
As the women's basketball season draws near, ESPN and the SEC have announced the 2025-26 network designations, with more than 100 linear games across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network and the all new ESPN app.

[10/08/25 - 10:47 AM]
"The Girlfriend" Has Been Watched by Over 25 Million Viewers Worldwide
Amazon MGM Studios touted the news on social media this morning.

[10/08/25 - 10:12 AM]
Video: Two-Time Emmy Nominated "Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr." Celebrates Upcoming Season 12 with Series Trailer
20 new celebrity guests will sit down with Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. to learn about their genealogical history and the journeys of their ancestors dating back hundreds of years when the series returns January 6 on PBS.