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[09/16/19 - 11:45 PM]
Development Update: Monday, September 16
Updates include: "Saturday Night Live" parts ways with Shane Gillis; Netflix nixes "No Good Nick"; and Justin Theroux, Charlie Hunnam set as leads on new Apple TV+ series.

[09/16/19 - 07:03 PM]
Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia's Athletic Competition Series "The Titan Games" Returns on NBC for a Second Season
Said Johnson: "I'm excited to get back into the Titan arena and meet our new group of tough, limitless, and inspirational men and women from all walks of life."

[09/16/19 - 04:45 PM]
Netflix to Introduce Action-Packed Historical K-Drama "My Country: The New Age"
The series is a story about people who desire power while protecting their faith, set during the transitional period between the late Goryeo dynasty and the early Joseon dynasty in the late 14th century.

[09/16/19 - 01:06 PM]
"A Very Brady Renovation" Delivers Record-Breaking Live Plus Three-Day Ratings for HGTV
HGTV further spins the numbers for Monday, September 9.

[09/16/19 - 01:02 PM]
Luke James, La La Anthony and Lil Rel Howery to Guest Star on Showtime(R) Drama Series "The Chi"
In addition, writer Justin Hillian has been named showrunner and executive producer this season.

[09/16/19 - 01:00 PM]
Quibi Announces "Survive" Starring Sophie Turner and Corey Hawkins
When Jane's (Sophie Turner) plane crashes on a remote snow-covered mountain, she must pull herself out of the wreckage and fight for her life alongside Paul (Corey Hawkins), the only other remaining survivor.

[09/16/19 - 12:37 PM]
The Kilcher Family Continues Their Quest for Survival in All-New Season of "Alaska the Last Frontier" Premiering Sunday, October 6 on Discovery Channel
This season is a true test of the tribe as the Kilchers continue to balance the need for progress while holding strong to family tradition.

[09/16/19 - 12:04 PM]
Limited Series "Mrs. Fletcher" Debuts October 27; Created by Executive Producer and Writer Tom Perrotta
The series is a dual coming-of-age story chronicling the personal and sexual journeys of an empty-nest mother and her college freshman son, who both embrace their newfound freedom with mixed results.

[09/16/19 - 12:00 PM]
Stars Realign for ABC's Special "Cast from the Past" Week
Featured will be actors and behind-the-scenes talent from "Blues Brothers 2000," "Castle," "Charmed," "Cheers," "Crazy Rich Asians," "The Drew Carey Show," "Girlfriends," "House," "Think Like a Man" and "Wet Hot American Summer."

[09/16/19 - 10:07 AM]
Paramount Network Gets Physical with "Battle of the Fittest Couples" Starting Tuesday, October 15 at 11:00 PM ET/PT
The series takes ripped couples and puts them through an intense competition that not only tests them on their physical and mental toughness, but how they work together as a team.

[09/16/19 - 10:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Treats Viewers to an October to Fall in Love with "Fall Harvest" Programming Beginning October 5 And All New Specials Celebrationg Adoption Ever After
The revised lineup will now kick off with "Over the Moon in Love" starring Jessica Lowndes and Wes Brown.

[09/16/19 - 09:31 AM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Goes Inside the Largest British Warship Ever Built in "Rise of the Supercarrier"
The three-part series premieres Sunday, October 13 at 9:00/8:00c.

[09/16/19 - 09:30 AM]
Taylor Swift Will Serve as the Mega Mentor on Season 17 of "The Voice"
As "The Voice" Mega Mentor, Taylor will join coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani to mentor the artists and prepare each team for the Knockout Rounds, which will begin airing in late October.

[09/16/19 - 09:28 AM]
All 180 Episodes of the Emmy-Award Winning "Seinfeld" Are Coming to Netflix - Worldwide! - Starting in 2021
The streaming service confirmed the news on social media this morning.

[09/16/19 - 09:14 AM]
Video: "Living with Yourself" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The eight-episode series stars Paul Rudd and Paul Rudd.

[09/16/19 - 08:29 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "Sunday Night Football" Puts NBC on Top
The Peacock easily wins the evening in all categories.

[09/16/19 - 07:05 AM]
Video: "In the Shadow of the Moon" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Boyd Holbrook, Michael C. Hall and Cleopatra Coleman star in the Jim Mickle film.

[09/16/19 - 06:59 AM]
Video: "Daybreak" - Official Teaser - Netflix
The streaming service's latest original drops October 24.

[09/16/19 - 05:31 AM]
Official Statement Regarding Christie Brinkley and ABC's "Dancing with the Stars"
While rehearsing for the premiere, Brinkley suffered injuries which required surgery to her wrist and arm.

[09/16/19 - 03:47 AM]
Gemma Arterton Takes the Lead Role in New BBC and FXP Drama "Black Narcissus"
The project is a three-part adaptation of the 1939 classic literary novel, Rumer Godden's iconic tale of sexual repression and forbidden love.

[09/15/19 - 10:31 AM]
ABC to Air "Beyonce Presents: Making the Gift," An Intimate Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Making of the 23-Time Grammy(R) Award-Winning Artist's "The Lion King: The Gift" Album, Monday, Sept. 16
This intimate behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album features candid footage and interviews detailing the hard work and passion that went into her love letter to Africa.

[09/15/19 - 08:44 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, College Football Hold Onto Top Spots
The Alphabet once again takes home top honors in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[09/14/19 - 08:27 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Holds Onto Adults 18-49 Crown
The Peacock wins the demo race for the third consecutive week.

[09/13/19 - 11:33 PM]
Development Update: Friday, September 13
Updates include: Bobby Moynihan tapped for NBC's new Ted Danson comedy series; Aaron Lazar boards FOX's "Filthy Rich" in latest recasting; and Becki Newton, Michael Urie to have "Fun" at CBS.

[09/13/19 - 12:45 PM]
"71st Emmy(R) Awards" Red Carpet Preshows to Air Live, Sunday, September 22, on FOX
Jenny McCarthy, Shannon Sharpe and Kelly Osbourne are set as co-hosts.

[09/13/19 - 12:14 PM]
HBO Max Orders Limited Series "Americanah" Starring Oscar(R) Winner Lupita Nyong'o Adapted for Screen by Tony(R) Award Nominee Danai Gurira
Based on Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's best-selling novel of the same name, "Americanah" is an epic story of a woman born in Nigeria who leaves for America and her extraordinary experiences with love, heartache, adversity and self-discovery.

[09/13/19 - 12:08 PM]
Matt Reeves' 6th & Idaho Lands Sci-Fi Classic "Way Station" for Netflix
The Hugo Award-Winning novel by Clifford D. Simak will be adapted into a feature film.

[09/13/19 - 12:02 PM]
A&E's Original Documentary Series "Live PD" and "Live Rescue" from MGM's Big Fish Entertainment Return with New Episodes
"Live Rescue" returns with a new host, Matt Iseman, and new episodes on Monday, September 23 at 9:00/8:00c.

[09/13/19 - 11:00 AM]
Production Underway in South Carolina on Disney+ Original Film "Safety" Directed by Reginald Hudlin from Walt Disney Pictures
"Safety" is the empowering story of Ray McElrathbey, a young man facing a series of challenging circumstances, whose faith and persistence help him to triumph over repeated adversities and play football on scholarship at Clemson University, all while struggling to raise and care for his 11-year-old brother Fahmarr.

[09/13/19 - 10:33 AM]
Video: All-New Extended Trailer for "Prodigal Son" Debuting This Weekend After FOX's NFL Sunday Double Header
The newcomer premieres Monday, September 23 on FOX.

[09/13/19 - 10:25 AM]
"Tosh.0" Returns with New Episodes Starting on Tuesday, September 17 at 10:00 P.M. ET/PT
Host Daniel Tosh is back featuring digital and social media gems gleaned from popular viral moments to very curious finds.

[09/13/19 - 10:14 AM]
Video: Jeff Dunham Netflix Comedy Special Trailer - Beside Himself
Performed in front of a sold out arena deep in the heart of Texas, Jeff and his merry band of characters have a lot to say.

[09/13/19 - 10:02 AM]
"L.A.'s Finest" Captures Viewers and Becomes Top Rated TV Drama
"L.A.'s Finest" goes back into production for Season Two on September 16 and will premiere in 2020.

[09/13/19 - 09:06 AM]
Video: Showtime(R) Releases New Trailer for "Shameless"
Plus: the series will now return on Sunday, November 10 at 9:00/8:00c.

[09/13/19 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Teaser - J.J. Abrams and Stephen King's "Castle Rock"
Season two stars Lizzy Caplan, Tim Robbins, Paul Sparks, Yusra Warsama, Barkhad Abdi, Elsie Fisher and Matthew Alan.

[09/13/19 - 09:01 AM]
Alexander Skarsgard Joins CBS All Access' "The Stand" as Randall Flagg
Today also marks the first day of principal photography on the project, which is shooting in Vancouver, British Columbia.

[09/13/19 - 09:00 AM]
Video: Freeform Announces Jan. 8 Premiere Date and Releases an Extended First Look for Highly Anticipated Family Drama "Party of Five"
The new "Party of Five" will follow the five Acosta children as they navigate daily life struggles to survive as a family unit after their parents are suddenly deported back to Mexico.

[09/13/19 - 08:47 AM]
Netflix Releases First Looks at Four Features Due in October
"In the Tall Grass," "Fractured," "Eli" and "Rattlesnake" are all on tap on successive Fridays next month.

[09/13/19 - 08:16 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: Democratic Candidates Debate Puts ABC on Top
The Alphabet rockets to the top spot in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[09/13/19 - 07:01 AM]
Video: Nickelodeon Reveals Premiere Date and Trailer for Return of "Are You Afraid of the Dark?"
The three-part limited series event will premiere Friday, October 11 at 7:00/6:00c.

[09/12/19 - 11:29 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, September 12
Updates include: J.J. Abrams to stay put at WarnerMedia with massive overall deal; Michael McKean, Ken Watanabe sign onto HBO Max projects; and HBO casts its Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for "Showtime" pilot.

[09/12/19 - 04:00 PM]
"The 2019 NBC Primetime Preview Show" Is Set to Air Monday, Sept. 16 from 10-11 p.m. ET/PT
Hosted by D'Arcy Carden, the special takes an in-depth look at NBC's new fall lineup.

[09/12/19 - 02:40 PM]
Disney+ Trial Goes Live Exclusively in The Netherlands
Consumers in the Netherlands can immediately sign up for the Disney+ free trial and start streaming a limited selection of library content from The Walt Disney Company's Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic brands.

[09/12/19 - 02:32 PM]
John Lithgow Cast in the Pilot of FX's "The Old Man"
Lithgow will star alongside Jeff Bridges in the pilot, which begins production this fall under the direction of Jon Watts.

[09/12/19 - 01:48 PM]
Hallmark Channel Adds Special One-Time Only Airings of "When Hope Calls," Runaway Original Hit Series from Streamer Hallmark Movies Now, in September
Look for the first two episodes to air back-to-back on Saturday, September 21 starting at 9:00/8:00c.

[09/12/19 - 01:30 PM]
FX's "Devs" Coming to New York Comic-Con
The network has also released the first image from the highly anticipated project which features Sonoya Mizuno as Lily Chan.

[09/12/19 - 01:00 PM]
Cheryl Hines Joins the Cast of Freeform's "Turkey Drop," Set to Premiere Saturday, Nov. 23
Production began this week on the holiday feature which follows Lucy Jacobs (Olivia Holt), a small-town girl who has started her freshman year at a big-city university.

[09/12/19 - 12:19 PM]
BBC America's "The Graham Norton Show" Returns Friday, October 4th
Dame Helen Mirren, RuPaul and Normani will all drop by the season premiere.

[09/12/19 - 12:01 PM]
"Daybreak" Premieres October 24 on Netflix
High school is hell... and that was before the zombie apocalypse turned every clique into rival gangs that will do whatever it takes to survive.

[09/12/19 - 11:05 AM]
Video: New Trailer - Hulu's "Looking for Alaska"
The eight-episode limited series is based on the John Green novel of the same name.







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[02/17/26 - 10:05 AM]
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