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[01/13/18 - 09:39 PM]
Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega in Development with New Mystery Movie for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
The new mystery is written by Walter Klenhard, who also penned a number of movies from the "Garage Sale Mystery" franchise.

[01/13/18 - 09:38 PM]
August 2018 Is "Garage Sale Mystery" Month on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
The network's successful "Garage Sale Mystery" franchise returns as a limited series with four all-new original movies, bringing installments 11 through 14 to the screen August 2018.

[01/13/18 - 09:37 PM]
Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott Star in "The Crossword Mystery" an All-New Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Original
The movie is co-created by Will Shortz, crossword editor of The New York Times, puzzle master for NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday," editor of Games magazine and founder and director of the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament.

[01/13/18 - 09:36 PM]
Hallmark Channel Greenlights Third Season of Its Hit Series "Chesapeake Shores"
Production on 10 episodes for season three is scheduled to commence this year for a season three premiere Summer 2018.

[01/13/18 - 09:35 PM]
On the Heels of Continued Ratings Growth Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Announces Programming to Start 2018
Further solidifying the network's compelling mystery line-up is the addition of "Psych," long-running dramedy starring James Roday, Dule Hill, Timothy Omundson, Corbin Bernsen and Maggie Lawson.

[01/13/18 - 09:34 PM]
Hallmark Channel Creates First Ever "2018 American Rescue Dog Show"
The special features shelter dogs of various breeds from across the country vying for top dog in the world's most adorable categories.

[01/13/18 - 09:33 PM]
More Magical Adventures Await Viewers When Season Four of "Good Witch" Premieres April 29, on Hallmark Channel
Over the past 10 years, Cassie Nightingale has become a character that Hallmark Channel viewers have fallen in love with and look forward to welcoming into their homes.

[01/13/18 - 09:32 PM]
"Kitten Bowl V," America's Most Beloved Rescue Pet Adoption Event, Is Going to Super Bowl LII
Beginning Friday, January 26 through Sunday, February 4, guests taking part in all the excitement surrounding the Super Bowl can celebrate Kitten Bowl, the nation's most beloved rescue pet adoption event of the year.

[01/13/18 - 09:31 PM]
Hallmark Channel Overhauls Corporate Pet Initiative with New Name, Logo, Focus
Originally launched as Pet Project in 2012, the campaign has been rebranded as Adoption Ever After, bringing the core call to action - adopt - to the forefront.

[01/13/18 - 03:37 PM]
Sundance Now Announces Diverse 2018 Winter Programming Slate, Featuring Original Comedies, Dramas and True Crime Stories
In addition to its collection of curated feature films and documentaries, the streaming service will roll out a diverse offering of comedies, dramas and true crime stories this winter.

[01/13/18 - 03:36 PM]
SundanceTV Renews "Liar," Starring Joanne Froggatt and Ioan Gruffudd, for Season Two
Season one of "Liar" is available now on Sundance Now, AMC Networks' premium streaming service.

[01/13/18 - 03:35 PM]
Complete First Season of AMC's Global Organized Crime Thriller, "McMafia," to Debut on AMC Premiere
AMC Premiere will be the only place where U.S. viewers will be able to watch the series in its entirety timed to its linear premiere on AMC.

[01/13/18 - 03:34 PM]
AMC Announces 2018 Premiere Dates for New and Returning Original Series
Highlights include the international crime thriller, "McMafia," "Fear the Walking Dead" season four, martial arts drama "Into the Badlands" season three and "AMC Visionaries: James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction."

[01/13/18 - 01:47 PM]
National Geographic Greenlights Third Season of Emmy-Nominated Series "The Story of God with Morgan Freeman"
National Geographic also signed an exclusive first-look partnership deal with Revelations Entertainment with the vision of expanding the hit series franchise by developing even more thought-provoking and insightful nonfiction content.

[01/13/18 - 01:46 PM]
Nat Geo WILD Celebrates the Majesty of Our Planet This Earth Day with Special Musical Event "Symphony for Our World"
The event premieres commercial-free on Sunday, April 22, on Nat Geo WILD and will premiere globally in 140 countries.

[01/13/18 - 01:31 PM]
Hollywood's Biggest Night Is About to Get WILD with World Premiere Special Event "Nat Geo WILD from the Red Carpet"
The special event will feature exclusive interviews with some of the world's biggest celebrities, like Meryl Sheep, Jimmy Kibble, Cat Damon, Cobra Winfrey, Sloth Rogen, KangaRooney Mara, Bunnifer Lawrence and more.

[01/13/18 - 11:46 AM]
FOX and National Geographic Announce the Highly Anticipated Return of the Emmy Award-Winning Series "Cosmos"
Neil deGrasse Tyson, the famed pop-culture icon, astrophysicist and host of the Emmy Award-nominated "StarTalk," returns as host of the series, scheduled to premiere globally in Spring 2019.

[01/13/18 - 11:32 AM]
National Geographic Sets Upcoming Premiere Dates
New series include "Chain of Command," "One Strange Rock" and "America Inside Out with Katie Couric."

[01/13/18 - 11:31 AM]
Nat Geo WILD Announces Seven Steller New and Returning Series for the New Year
Nat Geo WILD is roaring into 2018 with a slate of new and returning series that celebrate intimate encounters with animals, wildlife and the people who love them.

[01/13/18 - 10:21 AM]
AMC Renews "The Walking Dead" for Season Nine
Plus: current showrunner Scott M. Gimple is being elevated to Chief Content Officer, overseeing the entire "Dead" television universe, including "The Walking Dead," "Fear the Walking Dead," and potential brand extensions on a variety of platforms.

[01/13/18 - 08:32 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Dramas Hold Onto Top Spot
Mainstay "Blue Bloods" is the night's most-watched program.

[01/12/18 - 11:27 PM]
Development Update: Friday, January 12
Updates include: "DailyMailTV" cleared for second season; Andy Allo cast in Amazon's "Upload"; and NBC orders two more drama projects to pilot.

[01/12/18 - 06:24 PM]
New Series "Uncensored" Debuts on TV One Beginning Sunday, February 18 at 10 P.M. ET
The show is the first project to be greenlit by general manager Michelle Rice, who also developed the concept.

[01/12/18 - 05:52 PM]
Oxygen Media's "Snapped: Killer Couples" Returns with a Vengeance for an All-New Season
Featuring the true-crime stories of America's most dangerous duos, the series takes a deep dive into the turbulent lives these couples led.

[01/12/18 - 05:05 PM]
Investigation Discovery Greenlights New Series "The Unsolved" for Second Quarter 2018
This six-part series follows former Rhode Island Police Sergeant Derrick Levasseur and Forensic Psychologist Kris Mohandie as they answer the pleas of desperate families to investigate murder cases that have exhausted all possible leads and have officially gone cold.

[01/12/18 - 05:04 PM]
Investigation Discovery Tells Shocking True Story of Love Affair with a Twist in New Documentary Special "He Lied About Everything"
The special tells the astonishing true tale of the love affair between award-winning investigative news producer Benita Alexander, and the brilliant, world-renowned surgeon Paolo Macchiarini.

[01/12/18 - 05:03 PM]
Investigation Discovery Explores Cases of Violence Driven by Prejudice in New Series "Love & Hate Crime"
Produced by Top Hat Productions, "Love & Hate Crime" will air exclusively in the U.S. on ID, with the first installment premiering on Sunday, February 25.

[01/12/18 - 05:02 PM]
TLC's "Nate & Jeremiah by Design" Moves Back Into Saturday Nights Beginning April 7
In each one-hour episode, Nate and Jeremiah use their talent and design know-how to transform lives through design, helping homeowners who are novices in the midst of DIY disasters or inescapable renovation wrecks.

[01/12/18 - 05:01 PM]
TLC Sets Premiere for Highly Anticipated Return of Fan Favorite "Trading Spaces" on Saturday, April 7 at 9:00pm ET/PT
Plus: look for the first of a two-part reunion special to open the night at 8:00/7:00c.

[01/12/18 - 02:59 PM]
Academy Award(R) Nominee and Emmy(R) Winner Rory Kennedy's "Above and Beyond: NASA's Journey to Tomorrow" Takes a Sweeping Look at the Government Agency and Its Goals for the Future During Its 60th Anniversary
The documentary special will air on Discovery in 2018.

[01/12/18 - 02:37 PM]
IFC's "Brockmire" Steps Back Up to the Plate This Spring
Season two will consist of eight episodes, airing weekly on Wednesday nights.

[01/12/18 - 02:32 PM]
IFC's "Stan Against Evil" Renewed for Season 3
"Stan Against Evil" has grown its dedicated fan base since originally debuting in 2016, with The New York Times calling it a "gruesome, deadpan delight."

[01/12/18 - 12:40 PM]
HBO/Cinemax Programming Overview - Winter 2018
The company recaps its plans for the rest of the year and beyond.

[01/12/18 - 12:31 PM]
Video: "Genius: Picasso" - Trailer - National Geographic
Antonio Banderas plays the title role on the new season, premiering Tuesday, April 24.

[01/12/18 - 12:00 PM]
Showtime(R) Offers a Full Season Marathon of the Golden Globe(R) Nominated Series "SMILF"
The series is also available now on the Showtime streaming service, on Showtime Anytime and Showtime on Demand.

[01/12/18 - 11:37 AM]
FX Networks Presents FX Skill for Alexa
FX Skill for Alexa is a new way for consumers to connect with FX Networks across an array of devices including voice-enabled speakers, handheld devices and connected platforms both in the home and on-the-go.

[01/12/18 - 11:33 AM]
Starz and Lionsgate Developing Television Series Adaptation of Blockbuster "John Wick" Franchise
"The Continental" series will be set in the John Wick universe, focusing on the inner workings of the exclusive Continental Hotel which serves as a refuge for assassins.

[01/12/18 - 11:31 AM]
Starz Announces 2018 Premiere Dates for Originals "Howards End," "Vida" and "Sweetbitter"
Half-hour dramas "Vida" and "Sweetbitter" will premiere on Sunday, May 6.

[01/12/18 - 11:11 AM]
First Look: "The Handmaid's Tale" Season Two
"The Handmaid's Tale" season two premieres in April only on Hulu.

[01/12/18 - 09:15 AM]
Bravo Media's "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" Delivers a Gripping Two-Part Reunion Beginning Wednesday, January 17 at 9PM ET/PT
Following the two-part reunion, the network will air a "Reunion Secrets Revealed" special on Wednesday, January 31.

[01/12/18 - 09:05 AM]
BBC America Announces Premiere Date and Reveals First Look Photos for "Killing Eve"
Starring Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer and penned by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the series will premiere Sunday, April 8 at 8:00/7:00c.

[01/12/18 - 09:04 AM]
2017 Marks BBC America's Most Watched Year Ever
BBC American further spins the numbers for the year to date.

[01/12/18 - 08:42 AM]
Matt Hasselbeck to Call 2018 Pro Bowl with Sean McDonough
"Matt has experience calling games and will be a great fit alongside Sean McDonough for this Pro Bowl assignment," said ESPN Senior VP, Events & Studio Production Stephanie Druley.

[01/12/18 - 08:30 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: Comedies Pave the Way for CBS Victory
"The Big Bang Theory" and "Young Sheldon" are the top draws in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[01/12/18 - 07:48 AM]
TV One Announces Presenters for the 49th NAACP Image Awards
As previously announced, actor, producer, and humanitarian Danny Glover will receive the "President's Award" which is bestowed in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service.

[01/12/18 - 07:15 AM]
"Blockbuster," July Hygreck's First Feature, Will Premiere as a World Exclusive on Netflix Available on January 24th
Charlotte Gabris, Syrus Shahidi, Sylvain Quimene, Tom Hygreck, Foëd Amara, Laura Boujenah, Amaury de Crayencour and Lionel Abelanski star in the project.

[01/12/18 - 07:14 AM]
Video: Get a Rare Glimpse Behind the "Black Mirror" with All-New Season 4 Featurette
The video features in-depth interviews from creator, writer and executive producer Charlie Brooker, executive producer Annabel Jones and "Arkangel" director Jodie Foster.

[01/11/18 - 11:34 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, January 11
Updates include: Nancy Travis tapped for Netflix's "The Kominsky Method"; Brooke Shields bound for The CW's "Jane the Virgin"; and Fiona Gubelmann scores arc on ABC's "The Good Doctor."

[01/11/18 - 04:31 PM]
"Saturday Night Live" Returns with New Shows on Jan. 13, 20, 27
Jessica Chastain (January 20) and Will Ferrell (January 27) will follow the previously announced Sam Rockwell (January 13) as hosts.

[01/11/18 - 12:42 PM]
Comedy Series "Barry," Starring Bill Hader, Debuts March 25 on HBO
Other cast regulars include Stephen Root, Sarah Goldberg, Glenn Fleshler, Anthony Carrigan and Henry Winkler.







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[04/26/24 - 12:07 PM]
Oxygen True Crime's "Accident, Suicide or Murder" Returns for a Fifth Season on Saturday, May 18 at 8 P.M. ET/PT
The series explores the unbelievable true stories of suspicious deaths that either initially appear to be an accident, suicide or murder.

[04/26/24 - 12:00 PM]
The "2024 American Music Awards" to Air for the First Time on CBS, Sunday, Oct. 6
The AMAs celebrate the year's top achievements in music determined by the fans, for the fans.

[04/26/24 - 11:40 AM]
#1 and #2 Court Shows "Judge Judy" and "Hot Bench" Renewed Through 2025-26 in 95% of the Country
"Hot Bench" was reupped for two more years by CBS Stations in major markets, as well as stations owned by Sinclair, Nexstar, Tegna, Scripps, FOX Stations, Gray and Weigel.

[04/26/24 - 11:00 AM]
The Word-Twisting Game Show "Lingo," Hosted By RuPaul Charles, to Premiere Friday, May 24 on CBS
Host RuPaul Charles brings his one-of-a-kind personality to this clever, competitive and unpredictable game where teams of two face off in fast-paced puzzle rounds to guess letters that reveal seemingly simple words.

[04/26/24 - 09:33 AM]
Paramount+ Announces "Apartment 7A," A New Original Film Starring Golden Globe Winner Julia Garner, to Premiere This Fall
Set in 1965 New York City, the film tells the story prior to the legendary horror classic Rosemary's Baby, exploring what happened in the apartment before Rosemary moved in.

[04/26/24 - 09:00 AM]
Video: China Anne Mcclain & Kylie Cantrall Perform "What's My Name (Red Version)" from "Descendants: The Rise of Red" Soundtrack in New Music Video
"Descendants: The Rise of Red" premieres Friday, July 12 exclusively on Disney+, followed by a special encore on Friday, August 9, at 8:00 p.m. EDT/PDT on Disney Channel.

[04/26/24 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Secrets of the Neanderthals" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The film takes viewers on a journey from their preconceptions of Neanderthals as a dim-witted creature to a complex and creative people, through the lens of a unique, ongoing excavation and a landmark new discovery - the best-preserved Neanderthal skeleton found in over a quarter century.

[04/25/24 - 02:31 PM]
On the Heels of "The Daily Show's" Huge Ratings Growth, The Emmy Award-Winning Franchise Expands Its All-Star News Team
The show enlists Troy Iwata, Josh Johnson, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt as Correspondents.

[04/25/24 - 01:01 PM]
Greed, Lust and Wrath Turn Deadly in New Oxygen True Crime Series "Sins of the South" Premiering Sunday, May 12th at 8:00 PM ET/PT
With a deliciously delightful Southern inflected narration, each of the 12-hour-long episodes unravel the twists and turns of a?real-life?murder, highlighting the disturbing crimes of the?South and the wickedness that led to it.

[04/25/24 - 11:31 AM]
Netflix Greenlights Leanne Morgan Scripted Comedy from Co-Creator Chuck Lorre
Additionally, Morgan will do two stand-up specials for Netflix.

[04/25/24 - 11:01 AM]
Netflix & Shondaland Announce New "Bridgerton" Season 3 Product Collections & Brand Collaborations
In celebration of its upcoming Season 3 premiere, Netflix and Shondaland are announcing new product collections with leading lifestyle brands that speak to the essence of the Bridgerton universe and the underpinnings of the romantic Regency era releasing this spring.

[04/25/24 - 10:37 AM]
ABC's "Will Trent" Continues Momentum as Series Logs Highest Total Viewer Audience to Date and Highest Adults 18-49 Rating in Over a Year
After 35 days of viewing on ABC, Hulu and digital platforms, "Will Trent" continues its ratings climb in episode three of season two, growing to 11.23 million Total Viewers and marking its highest multiplatform telecast to date.

[04/25/24 - 10:07 AM]
Video: "Prom Dates" - Official Trailer - Hulu
"Prom Dates" follows best friends Jess and Hannah, who made a pact at 13 to have the perfect senior prom.

[04/25/24 - 10:02 AM]
HGTV Picks-Up New Season of Popular Hawaii-Based Series "Renovation Aloha"
The new season is slated to premiere in 2025.

[04/25/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for Third Season of "Mayor of Kingstown"
In season three, a series of explosions rock Kingstown and its citizens, as a new face of the Russian mob sets up shop in the city, and a drug war rages inside and outside prison walls.