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[10/20/20 - 11:24 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, October 20
Updates include: Kristen Bell to star in Netflix's "The Woman in the House"; CBS eyes music competition series "50 States to Stardom"; and Tosin Morohunfola cast in Starz's "Run the World."

[10/20/20 - 04:01 PM]
Video: "Aunty Donna's Big Ol' House of Fun" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Australian comedy group Aunty Donna star in this hybrid of narrative and sketch comedy about three roommates making their way through an absurdist world.

[10/20/20 - 03:00 PM]
This January, FOX Brings the Drama with All-New Seasons of "9-1-1," "9-1-1: Lone Star," "The Resident" and "Prodigal Son"
"9-1-1" and "9-1-1: Lone Star" will air back-to-back on Mondays; while "Prodigal Son" is moving to Tuesdays following "The Resident."

[10/20/20 - 01:10 PM]
Netflix Reveals Stats and Facts About Its Top Movies in the Last Few Months
"Enola Holmes" (76 million), "American Murder: The Family Next Door" (52 million), "The Old Guard" (78 million), "Project Power" (75 million) and "The Kissing Booth 2" (66 million) are among the mentioned audiences.

[10/20/20 - 11:32 AM]
"OWN Spotlight: Black Women OWN The Conversation - Vote!" Premieres Tonight at 9p ET/PT
Special guests include Yvette Nicole Brown, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, Valerie Jarrett, Tina Knowles Lawson, and Nneka Ogwumike.

[10/20/20 - 11:30 AM]
Bravo Greenlights Culinary Competition Show "Top Chef Amateurs"
Hosted by Gail Simmons and produced by Magical Elves, Bravo's newest culinary competition series gives talented home cooks the opportunity of lifetime to test their skills in the illustrious "Top Chef" kitchen.

[10/20/20 - 11:01 AM]
CMT Megahit "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team" Returns for Landmark Season 15 on Tuesday, November 24th at 10PM ET/PT
Additionally, the series premiere will simulcast on sister network MTV.

[10/20/20 - 11:00 AM]
Jon M. Chu to Direct Lucasfilm's "Willow" Series for Disney+ with Warwick Davis and Ron Howard Returning
Howard, director of the original "Willow" film, returns as executive producer on the series with Bob Dolman, writer of the original film, serving as consulting producer.

[10/20/20 - 10:59 AM]
HBO Orders Limited Series "The Son"
The limited series will star and be executive produced by Nine Stories' Jake Gyllenhaal.

[10/20/20 - 10:13 AM]
It's a Miracle! "Fleabag's" Andrew Scott Narrates BBC America's "Earth's Great Seasons"
Each episode explores how animals and plants rise to the challenges of the natural world throughout the year.

[10/20/20 - 10:06 AM]
Jamie Foxx to Executive Produce and Star in "Day Shift" for Netflix
Foxx stars as a hard working blue collar dad who just wants to provide a good life for his quick-witted 8-year old daughter, but his mundane San Fernando Valley pool cleaning job is a front for his real source of income, hunting and killing vampires.

[10/20/20 - 10:02 AM]
Video: Official Trailer and Key Art - Hulu's "Eater's Guide to the World"
Join narrator Maya Rudolph on a quest to find the most unexpected places to score an epic meal, while drinking and dining with the locals along the way.

[10/20/20 - 10:00 AM]
Video: HBO Max's "The Flight Attendant" - Official Trailer
Starring Kaley Cuoco, the eight-episode limited series is a story of how an entire life can change in one night.

[10/20/20 - 09:33 AM]
Lifetime Signs Emmy-Winning Lifestylist Sandra Lee to Help Host "It's a Wonderful Lifetime" Holiday Movie Slate
Slated to launch Thanksgiving week, the special lifestyle pieces will focus on making the holidays festive and easy with ideas ranging from decorating and baking to gift giving and holiday savings.

[10/20/20 - 09:30 AM]
Video: Shawn Mendes Netflix Documentary "In Wonder" Trailer Released
The documentary is a heartfelt look at a songwriter and performer wrestling with the pressures of stardom and the emotional tolls of coming-of-age while the world watches.

[10/20/20 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Trash Truck" New Series Trailer - Netflix Jr
Six-year-old Hank and his best buddy - a giant honking, snorting trash truck - go on lots of fun adventures, from learning to fly to going to the movies.

[10/20/20 - 09:00 AM]
CBS Announces Six New "The Price Is Right" and "Let's Make a Deal" Themed Primetime Specials
Look for the first from both series on Tuesday, October 27.

[10/20/20 - 08:13 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Pulls in Front with Return of "The Voice"
The network leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[10/20/20 - 07:56 AM]
Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET "Hip Hop Awards"
Previously announced performers include 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Burna Boy featuring Chris Martin, City Girls, Gucci Mane, Jhenè Aiko, Lil Baby, Mulatto, Quavo, Tobe Nwigwe and Ty Dolla $ign.

[10/20/20 - 07:05 AM]
Video: "El Cid" - Official Teaser 2 - Amazon Prime Video
The new series is coming soon to Amazon Prime Video España.

[10/20/20 - 07:01 AM]
Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's "Studio C"
Gray will return to the fan-favorite sketch comedy show in fall 2021.

[10/20/20 - 07:00 AM]
Nickelodeon Lets Kids' Voices Be Heard This Election Season with Return of Bellwether "Kids' Vote" Poll and Brand-New "Nick News: Kids Pick the President" Special Hosted by Keke Palmer
The results of the poll will be revealed during the "Nick News" TV special premiering Tuesday, October 27.

[10/20/20 - 06:48 AM]
November 2020 Lineup Brings Fascinating New Stories About the King of Rock and Roll, The Most Devious and Murderous Masterminds and a Revealing Look at Jennifer Aniston
Returning original series are led by "Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer" with new episodes every Monday in November examining the triggers and life-changing moments that kick-start their psychopathic behavior.

[10/20/20 - 06:48 AM]
Netflix Ramping Up Investment in Turkey with 10 New Exhilarating Projects
The Netflix Turkey team also announced select, yet increasing new projects, both series and films, that will be produced in Turkey and available in 190 countries.

[10/20/20 - 06:01 AM]
Peacock Launches New Election Destination Featuring Debate Coverage, Campaign News, Documentaries, and Timely Comedy
Full coverage plans for election night on Peacock will be announced at a later date.

[10/20/20 - 05:35 AM]
Netflix Commissions Major New International Drama Series "Midnight at the Pera Palace" from Karga Seven Pictures Turkey
The eight-episode Turkish language series has started production in multiple locations in Turkey.

[10/20/20 - 04:09 AM]
Netflix Wraps Production on Abla Fahita's First Series "Drama Queen"
The series - which is considered as Abla Fahita's first foyer into the drama world - highlights her humanside in an action packed comedy drama.

[10/20/20 - 03:31 AM]
AMC Networks' Acorn TV and Channel 5 Commission New British Detective Drama "Dalgliesh" from New Pictures
The new series will star Bertie Carvel as Inspector Adam Dalgliesh and consist of three two-part films.

[10/19/20 - 11:20 PM]
Development Update: Monday, October 19
Updates include: Netflix pulls the plug on Hilary Swank-led "Away"; Jamie-Lynn Sigler cast in ABC's "Triage"; and "The Old Man's" Jeff Bridges reveals lymphoma diagnosis.

[10/19/20 - 06:55 PM]
Video: Special Look - The Mandalorian - Disney+
Start streaming the new season on Friday, October 30.

[10/19/20 - 03:27 PM]
HBO's "Euphoria" Returns with Two Special Episodes; The First Debuts December 6
The title and date of the second episode are forthcoming.

[10/19/20 - 02:24 PM]
CBS Shifts "Manhunt: Deadly Games" to Saturday Nights
Following tonight's installment, look for back-to-back episodes each Saturday at 8:00/7:00c starting October 24.

[10/19/20 - 01:04 PM]
Over 7 Million Total Viewers Tuned in to BET's Winning Line Up of Tyler Perry's Trifecta of Original Series "House of Payne," "Assisted Living" and the Return of "Sistas" Premieres and Encores L+3
BET further spins the numbers for Wednesday, October 14.

[10/19/20 - 12:02 PM]
Showtime(R) Signs Regina Hall to First-Look Deal
Already in development is a one-hour comedy special featuring Hall as star and executive producer.

[10/19/20 - 12:01 PM]
Video: "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Starring Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Colman Domingo, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, Dusan Brown and Taylour Paige, the film premieres December 18.

[10/19/20 - 12:00 PM]
HBO Limited Series "The White Lotus" from Mike White Begins Production This Month
The six-episode series stars Murray Bartlett, Connie Britton, Jennifer Coolidge, Alexandra Daddario, Fred Hechinger, Jake Lacy, Brittany O'Grady, Natasha Rothwell, Sydney Sweeney and Steve Zahn.

[10/19/20 - 11:47 AM]
Video: "Murder Unboxed" - Official Trailer - Quibi
The streaming service's latest original drops today.

[10/19/20 - 11:02 AM]
BET's "Project CRE8" Winning Film, "Alieu the Dreamer," Starring Denzel Whitaker to World Premiere on Thursday, October 22 at 10 PM ET/PT on BET
Written, directed and composed by Quincy Ledbetter, the film takes place in a world where mankind hasn't dreamed for three decades, until a driven government agent discovers a young man in the projects, who has suddenly started dreaming.

[10/19/20 - 11:00 AM]
The CW Gets Into the Spirit with Its Schedule of Upcoming Holiday Specials
Highlights include "Silent Night - A Song for the World," "The Hollywood Christmas Parade Greatest Moments" and "Heroes on the Front Line."

[10/19/20 - 10:50 AM]
Vice TV Mega-Hit "Dark Side of the Ring" Set to Return for a Third Season
The network has ordered 14 episodes, four more than the previous season, of the critically acclaimed series that lifts the veil on the most controversial stories in the world of wrestling.

[10/19/20 - 09:54 AM]
Video: "Big Rad Wolf" - Official Trailer - Quibi
The rise and fall of the infamous American Apparel is now streaming on Quibi.

[10/19/20 - 09:30 AM]
Presidential Candidates to Appear on "60 Minutes Election Edition" Sunday, Oct. 25
The presidential nominees from both parties have appeared on "60 Minutes" for the past three presidential election cycles.

[10/19/20 - 09:06 AM]
Industry Leader Channing Dungey Named Chairman, Warner Bros. Television Group
Dungey will succeed Peter Roth who will be stepping down from his Studio responsibilities running the TV Group and its operating divisions in early 2021.

[10/19/20 - 09:00 AM]
Juanes, Pitbull, Luis Fonsi and Kelsea Ballerini to Perform on "Essential Heroes: A Momento Latino Event" Oct. 26 on CBS
Pulitzer Prize winner and 2018 Kennedy Center honoree Lin-Manuel Miranda has been added as a presenter, and co-host Gloria Estefan will also perform on the special.

[10/19/20 - 08:59 AM]
HBO's "Burning Ojai: Our Fire Story" Debuts October 28
The documentary short follows one family and the residents of Ventura County, CA through a journey of devastation, repair and survival after one of the largest wildfires in state history destroys their beloved community.

[10/19/20 - 08:34 AM]
HGTV Accelerates Show Orders to Put 16 New Series and Pilots in the Pipeline for 2021
This first batch of new show orders represents more than 109 episodes or 77 hours of content that will appeal to the network's 34 million monthly viewers as well as occasional audiences.

[10/19/20 - 08:15 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, "SNF" Hold Off FOX, Game 7 of NLCS
"Sunday Night Football" helps the network lead the night in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[10/19/20 - 08:14 AM]
Untangling a Web of Deception in a Decades-Old Disappearance, ID Explores "Who Killed the Lyon Sisters?"
Look for the two-hour special on Saturday, November 28 at 9:00/8:00c.

[10/19/20 - 06:18 AM]
Snoopy, Charlie Brown and Friends Land at Apple TV+ in Expanded Partnership with WildBrain for New Original Shows and Specials
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Apple TV+ will launch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" on November 18, and the special will be available for free from November 25 until November 27.

[10/19/20 - 06:01 AM]
Stephen Colbert to Host Election Night Special on Showtime(R) Tuesday, November 3 at 11 PM ET
Guests will include Charlamagne Tha God and hosts Alex Wagner, John Heilemann and Mark McKinnon of "The Circus."







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[02/13/26 - 02:01 PM]
"Girl on the Run: The Hunt for America's Most Wanted Woman" Premieres Thursday, Feb. 19, on Hulu
When convicted double murderer Sarah Pender escaped from a maximum-security prison in Indiana, a nationwide search was immediately launched.

[02/13/26 - 11:00 AM]
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The eight-episode series premieres Sunday, April 12 at 9pm ET/PT on AMC and AMC+, with additional episodes debuting weekly on Sundays.

[02/13/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[02/13/26 - 08:31 AM]
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[02/13/26 - 08:30 AM]
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[02/13/26 - 08:14 AM]
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Production on the specials will begin this March, as Vanzant sits down with people who are in crisis in front of a live studio audience.

[02/13/26 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Bridgerton" Season 4 - Part 2 Official Trailer - Netflix
In a new tale from the ton, eternal bachelor Benedict Bridgerton finally meets his match: a captivating lady's maid in disguise at a masquerade ball.

[02/12/26 - 09:01 PM]
"The Vampire Lestat" Drops First Official Rock Single "Long Face" Performed by the World's First Immortal Rock Star
The song's original music and lyrics, by series' composer Daniel Hart and performed by Sam Reid, will be featured in "The Vampire Lestat" premiering this summer on AMC and AMC+.

[02/12/26 - 02:34 PM]
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The January 29 episodes of all three series rose to their biggest Total Viewer audience since their season premieres after seven days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms.

[02/12/26 - 01:30 PM]
Video: Official Trailer for the Highly Anticipated Drama "CIA" Starring Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss, Now Available
When by-the-book FBI Special Agent Bill Goodman (Nick Gehlfuss) is loaned out to a clandestine CIA/FBI task force, he finds himself teamed up with secretive and roguish CIA Agent Colin Glass (Tom Ellis).

[02/12/26 - 01:00 PM]
"Saturday Night Live's" 51st Season Returns Feb. 28 with Three Back-to-Back Shows
Connor Storrie will host on February 28, followed by Ryan Gosling on March 7.

[02/12/26 - 12:49 PM]
Video: Trailer & Key Art Debut - Hulu Original "Shoresy" Season 5
The hockey comedy returns on February 21 with all six new episodes premiering exclusively on Hulu, and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S.

[02/12/26 - 12:12 PM]
Video: "America's Culinary Cup" Official Trailer Premieres March 4, 2026
Welcome to "America's Culinary Cup," where the best chefs in the country compete under the eyes of Padma Lakshmi, Michael Cimarusti, and Wylie Dufresne.

[02/12/26 - 12:02 PM]
Critically Acclaimed Series "The Way Home" Returns for Final Season on April 19
Bianca Melchior joins the cast along with Hallmark fan favorites Gabriel Hogan and Dan Jeannotte.

[02/12/26 - 11:01 AM]
"Duck Dynasty: The Revival" Returns for Season 2 on March 7 at 10pm ET/PT on A&E
Across the 10-episode season, Willie and Korie return with their signature wit and down-home charm as they navigate the ever-evolving future of Duck Commander, support their children through marriage, parenthood, and new business ventures as they work to preserve the family legacy.