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[04/12/16 - 11:47 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, April 12
Updates include: Netflix orders two additional seasons of "Degrassi: Next Class"; HBO's Whitney Cummings-led "A Lot" casts quartet; and Adam Long tapped for Hulu's "When the Street Lights Go On."

[04/12/16 - 02:55 PM]
It's Complicated for TLC's "Single Dad Seeking..."
The new series about single parents and their dating lives premieres Sunday, May 8 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/12/16 - 02:07 PM]
2015-16 NHL Regular Season on NBCSN Is Most-Watched Full NHL Season on Cable in 22 Years
NBCSN spins the numbers for its NHL coverage to date.

[04/12/16 - 01:33 PM]
FOX to Pull "Cooper Barrett's Guide to Surviving Life" from Sunday Lineup
Look for repeats of "The Simpsons" to fill the show's Sunday, 7:30/6:30c time period following its April 17 airing.

[04/12/16 - 01:15 PM]
"New Girl" Renewed for Sixth Season on FOX
"Every network comedy should aspire to what Liz Meriwether is achieving in 'New Girl,' with its bravura dialogue, inventive and witty performances by the talented cast and emotionally engaging storytelling," said David Madden.

[04/12/16 - 01:06 PM]
Disney Junior's "The Lion Guard" Roars to Series Highs and Is the Most Co-Viewed Cable TV Series Between Kids 2-5 and Adults 18-49
Disney Channel further spins the numbers for the series to date.

[04/12/16 - 12:00 PM]
"Rock This Boat: New Kids on the Block" Returns Thursday, June 9
Season two of the music reality series brings fans intimate, unprecedented access to NKOTB in 10 new television episodes.

[04/12/16 - 11:54 AM]
Travel Channel Renews "Mysteries at the Museum" for 11th Season
In the 11th season, Don Wildman will take a deeper dive into local archives, storefront collections and stately institutions.

[04/12/16 - 11:15 AM]
"The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" Ends Its Epic Run as Cable's Most-Watched New Show of 2016
FX further spins the numbers for the series to date.

[04/12/16 - 11:00 AM]
CBS, Turner and the NCAA Reach Long-Term Multimedia Rights Extension for NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship
The new contract extends the agreement through 2032 and ensures that one of the premier American sports events will be telecast by two of the world's preeminent media companies for almost two more decades.

[04/12/16 - 10:30 AM]
"Hearts of Spring" Elevates Hallmark Channel to Be the #1 HH Rated Network in Saturday Prime Time
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of April 4-10.

[04/12/16 - 10:16 AM]
Showtime(R) Debuts Poster Art for New Comedy "Roadies," The First Original Series from Oscar(R) Winner Cameron Crowe
As previously announced, the series launches Sunday, June 26 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/12/16 - 10:03 AM]
Comedy Special "Quincy Jones: Burning the Light" to Debut June 2
Taped at the Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles on April 4, the exclusive presentation stars the young stand-up comic who was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

[04/12/16 - 09:08 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Tops Demos for Fourth Consecutive Week
"The Voice" leads the Peacock to another victory among adults 18-49.

[04/12/16 - 09:05 AM]
AMC to Host Pop-Up Fan Screenings of the Highly-Anticipated "Preacher" in Advance of Series Premiere
AMC will select four cities or towns for a screening of the series' pilot episode on April 30, May 7, 15 and 21.

[04/12/16 - 09:00 AM]
"Man Seeking Woman" Scores Third Date with FXX
The 10-episode third season will debut on FXX in early 2017.

[04/12/16 - 08:57 AM]
Kenneth Branagh Returns in "Wallander," The Final Season
Look for the final three installments on Sunday nights from May 8 through May 22.

[04/12/16 - 08:14 AM]
Senator Bernie Sanders to Make Fourth Appearance on "The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore" Tomorrow, April 13, 2016 at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT
Senator Sanders has previously appeared as a guest on January 5, 2016, September 21, 2015 and April 8, 2015.

[04/12/16 - 07:10 AM]
Marv Albert, Doug Collins & Craig Sager to Call Team USA Men's Basketball & Gold Medal Game for NBC Olympics in Rio
NBCUniversal's coverage of the Games of the XXXI Olympiad begins from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Friday, August 5.

[04/12/16 - 06:12 AM]
Todd McShay Signs Multi-Year Extension with ESPN
One of the industry's leading NFL Draft analysts, McShay will continue to make regular appearances on "NFL Insiders," "NFL Live," and "SportsCenter" in advance of the 2016 NFL Draft (April 28-30).

[04/11/16 - 11:07 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 11
Updates include: Arden Cho won't return to MTV's "Teen Wolf"; Sebastian Roche set for key role in Amazon's "The Man in the High Castle"; and Michelle Nader inks overall deal with "2 Broke Girls" producer.

[04/11/16 - 02:35 PM]
HGTV Orders 28 More Episodes of "Island Life"
Each episode features families in search of island properties across the country that fit any budget and prove that island living can be more than a fantasy.

[04/11/16 - 02:35 PM]
Esquire Network's "Boundless" Returns Tomorrow, Tuesday April 12, at 10PM ET/PT
On the premiere episode, the athletes head to the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo race in Tucson, Arizona.

[04/11/16 - 02:00 PM]
Video: Watch the All-New Teaser for the Highly Anticipated "Bones" Return!
"The Death in the Defense" kicks off the back half of the show's season this Thursday, April 14 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 01:38 PM]
"Episodes" Starts Production on Fifth and Final Season
Jeffrey Klarik will direct all seven episodes, which will film in London and premiere on the network in 2017.

[04/11/16 - 01:04 PM]
David Wenham Cast in Netflix Original Series "Marvel's Iron Fist"
A ruthless corporate leader, Harold Meachum was partners with Danny Rand's parents at the time of their deaths.

[04/11/16 - 12:29 PM]
CBS Pulls Original Movie "Hear My Song" from Saturday, April 16
In its place, look for repeats of "NCIS: New Orleans" and "Criminal Minds."

[04/11/16 - 12:14 PM]
Food Network Discovers the Next Generation of Elite Grill Masters in New Primetime Series "Kids BBQ Championship"
Camila Alves and Eddie Jackson host the six-episode series, premiering Monday, May 23 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 12:08 PM]
The CW Network Orders New "MADtv" Primetime Series
Back with its signature pop-culture parodies and politically incorrect humor, the new "MADtv" will star up-and-coming new comedy voices and will feature special appearances from returning cast members of the original late-night series as hosts of each episode.

[04/11/16 - 12:06 PM]
Season Two of Bravo Media's Scripted Comedy Series "Odd Mom Out" Premieres Monday, June 20 at 10PM ET/PT
Guest starring this season is Drew Barrymore as Meredith, an irreverent neighbor who survives a historic blizzard with Jill and Andy, and Blythe Danner who is cast as Jill's mom, Sarah Kaplan.

[04/11/16 - 11:12 AM]
Video: Trailer - "Comedy Knockout" Hosted by Damien Lemon - Premieres 4/21 on truTV
Guest comedians this season will include Jim Norton, Sherrod Small, Kevin Barnett, Jamie Lee, Arden Myrin, Chris Distefano, Yamaneika Saunders and many more.

[04/11/16 - 10:45 AM]
"The Real" Renewed in 95%+ of the U.S.
The series, which just last week was nominated for a Daytime Emmy as Outstanding Talk Show/Entertainment, will also continue to air on BET weeknights, having been renewed for the 2016-17 season.

[04/11/16 - 10:02 AM]
NBC Announces Casting Call for Tracy Turnblad in Holiday Production of "Hairspray Live!"
Casting directors will be looking for a female, 18 or older to play high school age.

[04/11/16 - 10:00 AM]
"Tyrant" Casting News - "The Americans'" Annet Mahendru
She will play "Nafisa Al-Qadi," the wife of "Sheik Al-Qadi," the spiritual and political leader of Ma'an, who is caught between the violent tactics of the Caliphate and his distrust of the Al-Fayeeds.

[04/11/16 - 10:00 AM]
Freeform's Hit Original Series "Pretty Little Liars" Starts Production on Season Seven
Additionally, series star Troian Bellisario will make her directorial debut this season.

[04/11/16 - 09:24 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Gets a Boost from the PGA
The network's coverage of the Masters helps spark a victory in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/11/16 - 09:03 AM]
Ted Cruz to Appear on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Thursday, April 14
The Texas Senator's appearance will mark his first visit to "The Tonight Show" studio.

[04/11/16 - 09:02 AM]
SundanceTV Begins Production on the Fourth and Final Season of Acclaimed Drama "Rectify"
The new season, comprised of eight episodes, will air in fall 2016.

[04/11/16 - 08:58 AM]
Date Announcements for Netflix's "The Crown," "Marco Polo" and an Exclusive Cast Shot of "Marseille"
"The Crown" will premiere on Friday, November 4 while "Marco Polo" returns Friday, July 1.

[04/11/16 - 08:30 AM]
President Obama to Appear as Guest Presenter on Science Channel Beginning Mon., April 11
During his time in office, President Obama has made science a top priority, recognizing that an emphasis on and advances in STEM are key to tackling some of the greatest challenges of our time.

[04/11/16 - 08:18 AM]
TV One Renews Docu-Series "Rickey Smiley for Real" Following First Season's Rank as #2 Program on Cable in Its Time Slot Among Black P25-54
The second season, which finds Smiley concentrating more on the three F's - Fun, Family, and Focus - is slated to premiere Tuesday, May 10 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 08:13 AM]
Bravo Media Launches Its First Standalone Digital Series "Going Off the Menu" Premiering Monday, April 18 on BravoTV.Com
The six-episode series follows James Beard Award-Winning food documentarian Liza De Guia and Michelin-Rated underground chef Russell Jackson as they track down Los Angeles's most surprising underground and exclusive foodie experiences.

[04/11/16 - 08:02 AM]
Gloria Steinem's Revolutionary New Show "Woman" Is Coming to Viceland
The raw and revolutionary look at womanhood brings together a team of female journalists who explore how violence against women drives global instability.

[04/11/16 - 08:02 AM]
Video: New "Maron" Season 4 Trailer - Marc Maron Starts from the Bottom
The new season four trailer reveals the first glimpse of Marc, hairy and wild-eyed, as he unwillingly takes the leap from his drug-addled and unhygienic life to the "Clean Living" rehab center.

[04/11/16 - 07:30 AM]
It's True! "Degrassi: Next Class" Season Two Is Coming to Netflix Worldwide July 22nd!
The streaming service made the announcement via Twitter this morning.

[04/11/16 - 07:09 AM]
MTV Launches "79% Work Clock" in Protest of Gender Pay Gap on Equal Pay Day
MTV will manufacture and distribute hundreds of "79% Work Clocks" to influential business leaders, politicians, journalists, actors and artists.

[04/11/16 - 07:03 AM]
AMC and Versus Evil Launch Fear the Walking Dead: Dead Run - The Official Mobile Game of AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead"
The game puts players in the shoes of their favorite characters from the show as they try to escape a devastated Los Angeles and the Infected hordes that have overrun the city.

[04/11/16 - 06:03 AM]
Netflix Releases "Gilmore Girls" First Look Images
The four, 90-minute movies, are bringing your favorite Stars Hollow residents back together.

[04/10/16 - 10:06 AM]
Video: "Bloodline" - Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Watch Season 2 of "Bloodline" May 27, worldwide on Netflix.

[04/10/16 - 08:55 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Rides NASCAR to Top Spot
The network's coverage leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.







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[12/04/25 - 09:06 AM]
PBS and WETA Announce Four-Part Documentary "Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History" with Henry Louis Gates Jr. to Premiere February 3, 2026
Black and Jewish Americans began on fundamentally different footing, but by the early 20th century, they were drawn together by entrenched racism and rising antisemitism.

[12/04/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "What's in the Box?" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Giant boxes conceal jaw-dropping prizes, wild surprises and unexpected reveals in "What's in the Box?," a high-stakes arching game show that tests smarts, strategy and stamina.

[12/04/25 - 09:01 AM]
New Animated Family Comedy Series "Hey A.J.!" Kicks Off Jan. 13 on Disney Jr. and Next Day on Disney+
Inspired by children's book author and former Super Bowl champion Martellus Bennett, the upcoming new series is a whimsical and music-filled family comedy about an imaginative young girl who, along with her stuffed bunny sidekick Theo, uses her big imagination to make ordinary life moments extraordinary.

[12/04/25 - 08:31 AM]
Video: Peacock Releases Premiere Date, Official Teaser and First Look Photos for "The 'Burbs" Starring Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall
All eight episodes will premiere on Peacock Sunday, February 8, 2026.

[12/04/25 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Members Only: Palm Beach" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Set within the exclusive enclaves of Palm Beach County, the series follows a group of women navigating the unspoken rules, inherited traditions and high-stakes hierarchies of America's most rarefied social circles.

[12/04/25 - 08:00 AM]
Disney+ Celebrates 35 Years of Home Alone with Multiple Experiences That Bring the Holiday Classic to Life
Fans can relive the iconic scenes and heartwarming moments from the film by visiting the world's largest gingerbread house built as a nod to the McCallister home, trying "A Lovely Cheese Pizza" from Prince St. Pizza, and experiencing the ultimate travel day with CLEAR.

[12/04/25 - 07:53 AM]
Popular Soap-Opera Mystery Series "The Beach Hotel" from Bestselling Swedish Crime Author Camilla Lackberg Returns with Suspenseful Season 4 Exclusively in the U.S. on Thursday, December 11 on Viaplay
The eagerly-anticipated fourth season makes its exclusive U.S. debut on the European streaming service, Viaplay on Thursday, December 11 with the first four episodes, and the final four episodes on December 18.

[12/04/25 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Love from 9 to 5" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A hardworking employee and the boss's charming son compete for the CEO position at a major underwear company, but romance threatens to sabotage them.

[12/04/25 - 07:02 AM]
Video: "The Elephant" - Official Trailer - Adult Swim
Created by Ian Jones-Quartey, Patrick McHale, Rebecca Sugar, and Pendleton Ward.

[12/04/25 - 07:01 AM]
First Look: Hulu Original Series "Rivals" Season 2
The UK original returns in 2026 on Hulu, and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers, in the US and Disney+ internationally.

[12/04/25 - 07:01 AM]
First Look at BritBox and ITV's "The Lady," Starring Mia McKenna-Bruce
The four-part drama that will premiere on BritBox this spring.

[12/04/25 - 07:01 AM]
Apple TV Renews "Tehran" for Season Four and Sets Season Three Premiere for January 9
The eight-episode third season welcomes multi-Emmy Award nominee Hugh Laurie to the cast, and will make its global debut on January 9 with one episode, followed by new episodes every Friday through February 27 on Apple TV.

[12/04/25 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Elway" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Told in his own words, the definitive story of Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway goes deep on his NFL dreams, heartbreaks and Super Bowl redemption.

[12/04/25 - 06:02 AM]
CBS News to Present a Town Hall with Erika Kirk Moderated by CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss
This CBS News special preempts the previously announced broadcast of the 28th annual Family Film and TV Awards, which will now air Saturday, December 20.

[12/04/25 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "The Night Agent" Season 3 - Date Announcement Teaser - Netflix
The new season starring Gabriel Basso premieres February 19, 2026.