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[06/16/20 - 11:39 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, June 16
Updates include: Apple TV+ to co-produce Israeli drama "Tehran"; Shudder extends "Creepshow" with script order; and James May to lead cooking show for Amazon.

[06/16/20 - 04:37 PM]
BET+ Sets July 2 Launch Date for Carl Weber's "The Family Business" Season 2
Half of the 12-episode season will be available at launch, giving viewers six hours of episodic gems.

[06/16/20 - 03:22 PM]
Showtime(R) Announces "The Comey Rule" Limited Series to Premiere in Late November and Releases First Look
The two-part, four-hour event series stars Jeff Daniels as former FBI Director James Comey and Brendan Gleeson as President Donald J. Trump.

[06/16/20 - 02:48 PM]
OWN Honors and Celebrates Juneteenth Holiday with Day of Commemorative Programming
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the commemoration of the Juneteenth holiday with slate of special encore airings of programming on Friday, June 19 beginning at 3 p.m. ET/PT.

[06/16/20 - 02:02 PM]
The CW Network Acquires Additional Summer Series, Sets Remaining Summer Premiere Dates
"Killer Camp," "Taskmaster," "Fridge Wars" and "Being Reuben" are among the latest additions.

[06/16/20 - 01:37 PM]
New One-Hour Special "Greenleaf: Goin' Up Yonder" to Air Tuesday, June 16 at 9 PM ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
The new one-hour special comes in advance of next Tuesday's final season premiere.

[06/16/20 - 01:31 PM]
Discovery Drops Twelve Strangers on Deserted Island with Bear Grylls for Incredible Treasure Hunt
"Treasure Island with Bear Grylls" airs Thursdays at 8:00/7:00c on Discovery Channel.

[06/16/20 - 12:12 PM]
Dan Aykroyd Narrates New Travel Channel Series, "Hotel Paranormal," Sharing True Terrifying Tales of Paranormal Hotel Guests Premiering Saturday, July 11 at 10 P.M. ET/PT
From objects flying across rooms to ancient spirits trapped in lobbies to demonic guests, the 10-episode series brings to life terrifying encounters with dramatic re-creations and paranormal expert insights.

[06/16/20 - 12:00 PM]
"30 Rock" Returns to NBCUniversal for an Upfront Special Event Thursday, July 16 at 8/7c on NBC
"We're all happy to have this excuse to (remotely) work together again for NBC," said Tina Fey and Robert Carlock. "To quote Kenneth the Page, there are only two things we love in this world, television and everyone."

[06/16/20 - 11:55 AM]
ESPN, ABC and ESPN Deportes Will Televise the 2021 NFL Pro Bowl From Las Vegas
The National Football League officially announced the Las Vegas Raiders' new stadium as the site of the game today.

[06/16/20 - 11:49 AM]
Debra Messing to Star in Comedy "East Wing" from Ali Wentworth and Liz Tuccillo for Starz
"East Wing" draws from the experiences of Ali Wentworth's mother, who served as Social Secretary in the White House during Ronald Reagan's presidency in the 1980s.

[06/16/20 - 11:45 AM]
ABC News Presents Prime-Time Special to Commemorate Juneteenth and Its Meaning to the Ongoing Struggle for Black Equality in America
"Juneteenth: A Celebration of Overcoming" airs this Friday, June 19 at 8:00/7:00c.

[06/16/20 - 11:05 AM]
Teen Sensation and Hip-Hop Artist Alaya "That Girl Lay Lay" High Signs Overall Deal with Nickelodeon
Said Lay Lay: "I'm so excited to be joining the Nickelodeon family! I grew up watching Nick and this opportunity is seriously a dream come true. I have the best fans in the world, and I can't wait to take them on this journey with me."

[06/16/20 - 11:00 AM]
NBC Enters the 2020-21 Season with Unprecedented Stability Across Its Schedule, Featuring Hit Dramas, Beloved Comedies and Powerhouse Alternative Programming
The network's fall schedule sees 16 returning shows, and one new drama with "Law & Order: Organized Crime."

[06/16/20 - 11:00 AM]
HBO to Present "David Byrne's American Utopia" - Spike Lee Directs Filmed Version of the Critically-Acclaimed Broadway Show
The film will debut later this year on HBO.

[06/16/20 - 10:25 AM]
Video: New Trailer - Hulu Original Film "Palm Springs" Premiering July 10th
When carefree Nyles (Andy Samberg) and reluctant maid of honor Sarah (Cristin Milioti) have a chance encounter at a Palm Springs wedding, things get complicated when they find themselves unable to escape the venue, themselves, or each other.

[06/16/20 - 10:09 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Tops Demos with Originals
The network's reality trio leads the night among adults 18-49 while an all-repeat CBS remains the most-watched broadcaster.

[06/16/20 - 10:03 AM]
MotorTrend Launches "Shift Talkers," The Fun, Spirited Debate Show for Passionate Car Fans
Hosted by Hooniverse co-founder and executive editor Jeff Glucker, the series uses videoconference technology to create a virtual roundtable for four panelists as they participate in five rounds of challenges.

[06/16/20 - 10:02 AM]
"Jim Gaffigan: The Pale Tourist" Premieres Friday, July 24 on Amazon Prime Video
The two hour-long specials were filmed as part of Gaffigan's The Pale Tourist worldwide tour, in which he traveled the world - in each country meeting people, eating the food, and learning a bit about the history.

[06/16/20 - 10:00 AM]
Jimmy Kimmel Returns for a Third Time to Host the "72nd Emmy(R) Awards," Airing Sunday, Sept. 20, on ABC
"I don't know where we will do this or how we will do this or even why we are doing this, but we are doing it and I am hosting it," said Jimmy Kimmel.

[06/16/20 - 09:13 AM]
All the Details on E!'s CFDA Awards: Ultimate Fashion Moments Special
While the CFDA Awards have been indefinitely postponed this year due to the global coronavirus outbreak, there is still plenty of style to celebrate.

[06/16/20 - 09:02 AM]
Showtime(R), Lena Waithe and Common to Present Virtual Concert "The Chi with Love" Raising Awareness and Funds for The Equal Justice Initiative
The event will air on the series' YouTube page on Sunday, June 21 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, ahead of the drama's on-air season premiere that evening at 9 p.m. ET.

[06/16/20 - 09:00 AM]
Special Delivery! Nickelodeon Picks Up All-New Animated Series "Middlemost Post," Featuring Cast of Original Characters
Created and co-executive produced by John Trabbic III, the 20-episode 2D-animated series follows a former rain cloud, a brawny mailman and their magical pet walrus as they deliver packages to the unusual inhabitants of Mount Middlemost.

[06/16/20 - 08:13 AM]
Video: "Nobody Knows I'm Here" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The life of Memo Garrido, a lonely former child singer changes forever with the arrival of Marta, who forces him to face his past, giving him an opportunity for redemption.

[06/16/20 - 07:06 AM]
TV One's Original Romantic Drama "Coins for Love" Premieres Sunday, July 19 at 9 P.M. ET/8C
Stephen Bishop, Essence Atkins, TC Carson, Karon Joseph Riley and Kendrick Cross star in this sequel to "Coins for Christmas."

[06/16/20 - 06:04 AM]
Welcome to the DC FanDome! A Mega, 24-Hour, Immersive Virtual Fan Experience Which Brings the Universe of DC to Life and Features the Stars, Filmmakers and Creators Behind Its Biggest Films, TV Series, Games and Comics
The epicenter of the DC FanDome is the Hall of Heroes, where you can experience special programming, panels and content reveals from a wide variety of films, TV series and games.

[06/16/20 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Offer Viewers a Lineup of Holiday Movies to Celebrate Christmas in July
Candace Cameron Bure, Lacey Chabert, Holly Robinson Peete, Danica McKellar, Chad Michael Murray, Ryan Paevey and more are among the featured talent.

[06/15/20 - 11:22 PM]
Development Update: Monday, June 15
Updates include: "For Life" in, "The Baker and the Beauty" out at ABC; Amazon orders "On the Spectrum" pilot to series; and NBC confirms cancellations of "Bluff City Law," "Indebted" and "Sunnyside."

[06/15/20 - 07:47 PM]
NBC Renews Hit Mystery Thriller "Manifest" for a Third Season
This season "Manifest" has averaged a 1.5 rating in adults 18-49 and 7.7 million viewers overall in "live plus seven day" Nielsens.

[06/15/20 - 03:13 PM]
Animal Planet's "The Great American Groom-A-Long" Hosted by Carson Kressley Premieres Saturday, June 20 at 10PM ET/PT
From his beautiful horse farm in Pennsylvania, Kressley oversees our professional groomers as they virtually instruct their novice celebrity pet owners via multiple web cameras.

[06/15/20 - 12:56 PM]
ABC News Announces Martha Raddatz Will Have the First Exclusive Interview with John Bolton on His Memoir Describing His Experience Working in President Trump's Administration
The one-hour prime-time special will air Sunday, June 21 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.

[06/15/20 - 12:51 PM]
Syfy Greenlights New Animated Series "Devil May Care" Starring Alan Tudyk for Late-Night Adult Animation Block "TZGZ"
Additionally, Syfy has greenlit three pilots for "TZGZ."

[06/15/20 - 12:00 PM]
Get Ready for the Hottest Night of Country Music When "CMA Best of Fest" Airs Thursday, July 9, on ABC
This three-hour concert experience is hosted by country music superstar Luke Bryan and features a brand-new, not-to-be-missed performance with Bryan and special guest Darius Rucker.

[06/15/20 - 11:11 AM]
HGTV Summer Programming Lineup Showcases Network Stars, Familiar Faces and Comedians on Couches
New additions include "Beach Around the World," "Masters of Home," "Flipping Across America," "Vacation House Rules" and "Build Me Up."

[06/15/20 - 11:07 AM]
Amanda Seales to Host the "BET Awards" 2020 Broadcast Set to Air on BET & CBS on Sunday, June 28 from 8:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT
In the final countdown to the BET Awards, Terrence J and Erica Ash will host the first interactive pre-show featuring celebrities, nominees, and special guests who will be participating in Black Entertainment's biggest night.

[06/15/20 - 11:06 AM]
National Geographic and Nat Geo WILD's "SharkFest" 2020 Kicks off Sunday, July 12, with Its Biggest Lineup Ever
Spotlighting the ocean's top athletes, National Geographic and Nat Geo WILD together are airing five full weeks of action-packed shark programming with 17 original premieres and the best shark programming from the networks' massive library as part of its biggest-ever shark spectacular.

[06/15/20 - 11:05 AM]
Disney Channel's Family Dance Competition Series "Disney Fam Jam" Returns on Sunday, June 21, with All-New Episodes
Each episode of the competition series will feature two families, with kids, hitting the floor to see which will be crowned "Disney Fam Jam" champions.

[06/15/20 - 10:19 AM]
Video: "The Order" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The Knights struggle to regain their memories stolen from them by The Order... and they crave retribution.

[06/15/20 - 10:11 AM]
"Tough as Nails" Premiere Moves to 8:00-9:00 PM, Wednesday, July 8
"Game On!", hosted by Keegan Michael-Key, will move to its new time period, 9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT, the same night.

[06/15/20 - 10:03 AM]
Animal Planet's "Pit Bulls & Parolees" Returns for a Summer of Second Chances on Saturday, July 25
After nearly 30 years in rescue, Tia Torres thinks she has seen it all - but this season, New Orleans rescue life keeps her guessing.

[06/15/20 - 10:00 AM]
DC and HBO Max Announce New Original Digital Comic Series
"To The Max" feature stories about ordinary people achieving their maximum potential when they transform into extraordinary superheroes with the help of another new character, Max the dog.

[06/15/20 - 09:46 AM]
USA Network Renews "The Sinner" for Season 4
Bill Pullman will return to reprise his role as Detective Harry Ambrose.

[06/15/20 - 09:45 AM]
USA Network Adds Two New Unscripted Series to Reality Lineup
"Instant Family" and "The Rev" add to the ever-growing stable of unscripted programming on America's #1 cable entertainment network.

[06/15/20 - 09:13 AM]
Video: HBO Max Debuts Trailer & Key Art for "Search Party" Season Three
The all-new third season will drop in its entirety on Thursday, June 25.

[06/15/20 - 08:12 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: Originals Keep ABC on Top in Demos
The Alphabet once again takes home the adults 18-49 crown while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster.

[06/15/20 - 07:37 AM]
The Parkhurst Crew Is Back! "Blood & Water" Returns for Season 2
In the second season, we will see Puleng and Fikile deal with the consequences of their explosive confrontation as more mystery and drama unfolds.

[06/15/20 - 07:13 AM]
Video: "The Politician" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Gloves off, claws out. Get ready for the spiciest and most iconic election battle in NYC history.

[06/15/20 - 07:05 AM]
CBS Joins as Broadcast Partner to Simulcast the "BET Awards" 2020 Set to Air on Sunday, June 28 from 8:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT
Today, BET announces The "BET Awards" 2020 nominees with Drake leading the pack with six nominations.

[06/15/20 - 01:00 AM]
More "Valeria" - The TV Adaptation of Elisabet Benavent's Literary Saga Will Have a Second Season
In the second season, Valeria must face a decision that could mark her future as a writer.

[06/14/20 - 04:00 PM]
Ben Whishaw Cast as Lead in BBC Two's Adaptation of "This Is Going to Hurt" with AMC Co-Producing
Based on Adam Kay's award-winning international multi-million selling memoir of the same name, Whishaw will play the screen version of Adam in the series which has been adapted by creator Kay himself.







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[10/27/25 - 01:06 PM]
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[10/27/25 - 12:03 PM]
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[10/27/25 - 11:53 AM]
Video: Trailer and Key Art Debut - "Joy to the World"
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[10/27/25 - 11:18 AM]
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[10/27/25 - 11:03 AM]
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[10/27/25 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Paul McCartney: Man on the Run" - Official Teaser Trailer - Prime Video
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[10/27/25 - 09:38 AM]
Video: Tubi's "Sidelined 2: Intercepted" Reveals Trailer
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[10/27/25 - 09:34 AM]
Date Announcement: Hulu Original Docuseries "Caroline Flack: Search for the Truth"
The two-part docuseries will premiere in full on Monday, November 10 on Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers, and Disney+ internationally.

[10/27/25 - 09:00 AM]
Video: Watch the All-New Promo for "Fear Factor: House of Fear"
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[10/27/25 - 08:30 AM]
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The exhilarating six-episode series sees retired assassin Julie (Keeley Hawes) and her estranged son Edward (Freddie Highmore) forced to work together in a fight for survival, testing their dysfunctional relationship to its limits.

[10/27/25 - 07:24 AM]
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[10/27/25 - 07:00 AM]
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[10/27/25 - 06:02 AM]
Video: "Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks" - Official Trailer - Peacock Original
This three-part docuseries celebrates the history and legacy of Universal Destinations & Experiences.

[10/27/25 - 04:01 AM]
"City of Shadows," The New Netflix Thriller Arrives on December 12
A macabre crime has taken place at La Pedrera - Casa Milà: a burned body has been discovered on the façade of Gaudí's iconic building.

[10/26/25 - 07:00 PM]
HBO Max Announces Early Debut of "IT: Welcome to Derry" Episode Two in Celebration of Halloween
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