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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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[06/23/26 - 12:31 PM]
Video: DC, Warner Bros. Animation, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Releases Official Trailer for "Batman: Knightfall"
Part one of the trilogy premiered tonight at the 2026 edition of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival with an official release planned for later this year.

[06/23/26 - 12:01 PM]
Video: Paramount+ Releases Official Trailer for "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
The three-part documentary event premieres on Tuesday, July 14, exclusively on Paramount+.

[06/23/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of June 15 - "I Will Find You" Chases Down No. 1 in This Week's Top 10
At No. 2 on the English TV list was "Outlast: The Jungle" with 3.9 million views.

[06/23/26 - 11:16 AM]
Terry Crews Will Host Macy's 4th of July Fireworks on NBC
The star-studded event will feature performances by Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton.

[06/23/26 - 10:03 AM]
Disney+ and Hulu to Stream "Rabbit Hole" - pocket.watch Creator-Led Show Premieres July 13th
The half-hour 10-episode original series will debut as the largest ensemble of digital stars ever brought together for a premium series.

[06/23/26 - 10:02 AM]
HBO Original Documentary Series "The Man Will Burn" Debuts July 9
The series goes behind the scenes to chronicle the evolution and ethos of Burning Man, the 40-year-old cultural event and temporary city built in the Nevada desert.

[06/23/26 - 09:10 AM]
ESPN and Disney Jr. Encourage Preschoolers to Get in the Game, Team Up Again with Every Kid Sports to Expand Access to Youth Sports for Income-Restricted Families
"Me & Mickey: Let's Play Sports," a collaboration between Disney Jr., ESPN and Positive Coaching Alliance, will debut Monday, June 29, on Disney+, Disney Jr. (6:25 a.m. EDT/PDT) and Disney Jr. on Demand.

[06/23/26 - 09:06 AM]
Video: HBO Max Releases Official Trailer and Key Art for Max Original Comedy Series "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe," Debuting July 23
Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon.

[06/23/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Her Kingdom Has Come - Paramount+ Reveals Trailer and First Look at Season 6 of "Tyler Perry's Ruthless" Premiering June 30
The series will launch with two episodes, followed by a weekly rollout culminating in the mid-season finale on Tuesday, August 25.

[06/23/26 - 09:00 AM]
The CW Network Named Exclusive Broadcast Partner for Both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA 2026 Competitions
Both competitions will air live from the Ziff Ballet Opera House at the renowned Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami, marking the return of the two competitions to The CW for the first time since 2024.

[06/23/26 - 08:31 AM]
Netflix Unveils Upcoming Anime Slate Out of Annecy Festival
The Netflix Anime Studio Focus highlighted upcoming titles from some of Japan's most acclaimed creators and animation studios, spanning original stories, beloved manga adaptations, and returning fan-favorite franchises.

[06/23/26 - 08:23 AM]
BET Names Keke Palmer to Its Board of Advisors, Deepening a New Era of Leadership and Cultural Stewardship
Formed earlier this month under BET President Louis Carr, the Board brings together cultural icons, business leaders, and industry visionaries to help steer the ongoing growth of the 45-year-old network as a key player at the crossroads of media, community, and culture.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
A24's "The Drama" Begins Streaming Exclusively on HBO Max July 31
The film stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, and Hailey Benton Gates.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
Video: 2026 MLB Home Run Derby - Official Trailer - Netflix
The best sluggers in baseball put their power to the test and chase home run glory live from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
"The Devil Wears Prada 2" Streams Exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu July 29
Gird your loins.