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[01/04/21 - 11:22 PM]
Development Update: Monday, January 4
Updates include: Lionsgate and Netflix are the latest companies to place their Southern California-based series on an extended hiatus due to the coronavirus surge.

[01/04/21 - 02:02 PM]
63 Million Households Will Have Courted "Bridgerton" and 44 Million Households Will Have Suited Up for "We Can Be Heroes" in Their First Four Weeks
Netflix details the former is the fifth biggest original series launched to date.

[01/04/21 - 10:45 AM]
Award-Winning German Series, "Arthur's Law," to Premiere Exclusively on HBO Max Starting January 7
The German-language dark comedy has won multiple awards including a Rockie Award as "best non-English comedy series."

[01/04/21 - 09:59 AM]
HBO Acquires North American Television and Streaming Rights to Limited Drama Series "The Investigation," From Fremantle's Miso Film, Debuting February 1
Søren Malling leads the cast as Jens Møller, the Head of Homicide for the Copenhagen Police, alongside Pilou Asbæk as the prosecutor Jakob Buch-Jepsen.

[01/04/21 - 09:30 AM]
Video: "One Night in Miami..." - Official Trailer
Regina King's directorial debut asks what happens when Cassius Clay, Malcolm X, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke find themselves in the same room.

[01/04/21 - 08:29 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NFL Regular Season Wraps on Top for NBC
The network easily wins the evening in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[01/04/21 - 08:10 AM]
Mary McCartney Serves It Up on New discovery+ Series as She Prepares Delicious Dishes with Friends
"Mary McCartney Serves It Up" premieres Thursday, February 4 on the streaming service.

[01/04/21 - 08:06 AM]
AMC Plus, Sundance Now and Shudder Offer "A Discovery of Witches" Catch-Up Headed Into Season Two
The entire first season will be available on Sundance Now, Shudder and AMC+ as free content without a subscription from January 4 through January 18.

[01/04/21 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Surviving Death" - Official Trailer - Netflix
What happens after we die? This docuseries explores personal stories and research on near-death experiences, reincarnation and paranormal phenomena.

[01/04/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Chris Rock Total Blackout: The Tamborine Extended Cut" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In this extended cut of his 2018 special, Chris Rock takes the stage for a special filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and politics.

[01/04/21 - 06:01 AM]
ViacomCBS Announces Expanded Distribution Agreement with Hulu
The comprehensive, multi-year deal includes continued carriage of CBS broadcast stations, CBS Sports Network, Pop TV, Smithsonian Channel, and The CW, as well as continued distribution of ViacomCBS' premium subscription service, Showtime.

[01/04/21 - 05:43 AM]
Discovery, Inc. Launches discovery+ in The U.S. and Announces New Distribution and Platform Agreements
In addition to previously announced discovery+ partnerships with Verizon in the U.S. and Sky in the U.K. and Ireland, it was announced today that Discovery and Vodafone have signed a new long-term, multi-platform agreement.

[01/03/21 - 10:58 PM]
Video: Get a Glimpse of "Tribhanga: Tedhi Medhi Crazy," A Dysfunctional Intergenerational Family Drama on Netflix
The film is a intergenerational family drama about three distinct women, essayed by Tanvi Azmi, Kajol and Mithila Palkar, and their unconventional life choices.

[01/03/21 - 06:30 PM]
Super Wild Card Weekend Schedule Announced
The addition of a third Wild Card team in each conference and the subsequent expansion of the playoffs has resulted in a Super Wild Card Weekend of NFL action.

[01/03/21 - 06:19 PM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Leads Demos, CBS Tops Viewers
A low key night sees said networks taking home top honors.

[01/02/21 - 08:10 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: "WWE SmackDown" Opens 2021 on Top in Demos
FOX leads the night in adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched network.

[01/01/21 - 11:39 PM]
Development Update: Week of December 28-January 1
Updates include: the five major studios will place their Southern California-based series on an extended hiatus due to the state's surge in coronavirus cases.

[01/01/21 - 12:13 PM]
Comedian and Actor John Bishop Boards the TARDIS for Season 13 of "Doctor Who"
Bishop has already begun filming and will make his first appearance when the 13th season starts on BBC America later in 2021.

[01/01/21 - 12:00 PM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops New Year's Eve Showdown
"Dick Clark's Primetime New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[12/31/20 - 12:20 PM]
72 Million Households Are Spending the Holidays Exploring Humanity and the Cosmos with George Clooney
"The Midnight Sky" is projected to be one of Netflix's most popular films ever in its first 28 days.

[12/31/20 - 12:15 PM]
National Geographic Presents: "Impact with Gal Gadot" - Six-Part Documentary Series Coming Soon
The six-part short-form documentary series follows the powerful stories of resilient young women around the world who overcome obstacles and do extraordinary things.

[12/31/20 - 10:46 AM]
Peacock Expands Kids Programming with New Season of DreamWorks "Cleopatra in Space" Premiering January 14
In the new season, Cleo's life is turned upside down when the entire school finds out she's the savior, and things get complicated when Brian and Akila start dating.

[12/31/20 - 08:08 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Tops Charts with Drama Repeats
The network's "Chicago" trio leads the night among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[12/31/20 - 06:30 AM]
During 4th Quarter, "Nightline" Leads CBS in Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49 for 3rd Straight 4Q and the 12th Quarter Overall
ABC spins the late-night numbers for the quarter to date.

[12/30/20 - 09:17 AM]
The Last Man Standing - All New Series "Street Outlaws: Mega Cash Days" Premieres January 11 on Discovery
Hosted by race-master Boosted GT (Chris Hamilton), the series is the most lucrative ever - with 64 of the fastest drivers from all over the country going head-to-head.

[12/30/20 - 08:19 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Year: 2020" Lifts ABC to Top Demo Spot
The Alphabet leads the night among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster.

[12/30/20 - 05:30 AM]
President-Elect Joe Biden and Jill Biden to Appear in Their Last Interview of the Year During "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021" on ABC
The soon-to-be first couple will speak exclusively with host Ryan Seacrest for their last interview of the year, bringing a special message of hope, unity and best wishes for the year ahead.

[12/29/20 - 09:48 PM]
Netflix Confirms New Korean Original Series "Glitch," Partnering Again with Creators of "Extracurricular"
"Glitch" tells a story of Hong Ji-hyo, who tries to track down her missing boyfriend with the help of members of a UFO club.

[12/29/20 - 12:44 PM]
NBC Sports Announces Its Exclusive NHL Schedule for 2020-21 Regular Season
NBC Sports' NHL telecast schedule features exclusive weekend games on NBC and Wednesday Night Hockey and Sunday Night Hockey matchups on NBCSN.

[12/29/20 - 12:44 PM]
The 405 Is Back Stronger and Faster Than Ever with a New Season of "Street Outlaws"
A brand-new season featuring the original OKC premieres Monday, January 11 at 8:00/7:00c.

[12/29/20 - 10:20 AM]
Laura Carmichael Narrates BBC America's "A Wild Year on Earth"
The six-episode series, due on January 23, charts the planet's most spectacular events of migration, rebirth and transformation over the course of a year.

[12/29/20 - 10:03 AM]
Showtime to Ring in the New Year Early with an All-New Episode of "Your Honor"
The show's fifth episode will release early for streaming and on-demand viewing on Thursday, December 31.

[12/29/20 - 09:11 AM]
YouTube Originals "Hello 2021: Americas" Announces Additional Appearances and Full Lineup
Juanpa Zurita and Storm Reid host the event, which premieres Thursday, December 31 at 10:30pm ET / 7:30pm PT on the YouTube Originals channel.

[12/29/20 - 08:21 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "Monday Night Football" Lifts ABC to Top Spot
The Alphabet easily wins the evening among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[12/29/20 - 01:23 AM]
Netflix Acquires the Global Rights to Develop the Series "Hasta el cielo"
This new original series will be produced by Vaca Films for Netflix and will continue the story of this gang of thieves who have managed to put the Madrid police force in check.

[12/29/20 - 01:01 AM]
Video: "SanPa: Sins of the Savior" - Official Trailer - Netflix
As drugs ravaged 1980s Italy, Vincenzo Muccioli created a rehab center that garnered fervent public support. But his methods may have also been harmful.

[12/28/20 - 03:00 PM]
For 4th Quarter ABC News' "20/20" Is Friday's No. 1 Newsmagazine in Adults 18-49
ABC News spins the numbers for the fourth quarter of 2020.

[12/28/20 - 01:57 PM]
"Dateline NBC" is the #1 Friday Newsmagazine Across the Board for 4th Quarter
NBC News spins the numbers for the fourth quarter of 2020.

[12/28/20 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "The Netflix Afterparty" - Official Trailer - New Weekly Comedy Series - Netflix
Starting January 2, join the biggest stars on Netflix at the "The Netflix Afterparty," a weekly comedy show that dives deeper into your favorite shows with hosts David Spade, Fortune Feimster and London Hughes.

[12/28/20 - 09:02 AM]
Bravo Sets Sail Into the New Year with New Series "Below Deck Galley Talk" Premiering Friday, January 1 at 7PM ET/PT
The eight-episode series follows past franchise fan-favorites as they watch, critique and give their honest opinions on all the drama unfolding on current episodes of "Below Deck."

[12/28/20 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Blown Away" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A new batch of glass-blowing artists from around the world battle the heat, the clock and each other in 10 dynamic challenges.

[12/28/20 - 08:51 AM]
Sneak Peek of "The Making of Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines" to Air on Food Network, HGTV, Cooking Channel and DIY January 3rd at 7pm ET
Then, immediately following at 8pm ET, Food Network and Cooking Channel will premiere two new episodes of "Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines."

[12/28/20 - 08:05 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Leads Night with "Sunday Night Football"
The network once again towers over the night in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[12/28/20 - 08:01 AM]
Video: Martin Scorsese Presents - "Pretend It's a City" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Wander the New York City streets and fascinating mind of wry writer, humorist and raconteur Fran Lebowitz as she sits down with Martin Scorsese.

[12/28/20 - 07:00 AM]
Big Freedia to Host the Central Time Zone Countdown From New Orleans on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021" on ABC
The Big Easy native and "Queen of Bounce" will give viewers a look at the arts, culture and locals that define New Orleans, as well as a performance of "Auld Lang Syne" by P.J. Morton.

[12/27/20 - 05:08 PM]
Stay Tuned for the Second Season of "Alice in Borderland"
Netflix confirms the show's renewal on social media this afternoon.

[12/27/20 - 10:59 AM]
Warner Bros. Pictures Fast-Tracks Development on "Wonder Woman 3"
On HBO Max, nearly half of the platform's retail subscribers viewed "Wonder Woman 1984" on the day of its arrival, along with millions of wholesale subscribers who have access to HBO Max via a cable, wireless, or other partner services.

[12/27/20 - 09:22 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Tops Viewers; ABC, NBC Share Demo Crown
Said trio splits the honors on a low-key night.

[12/27/20 - 09:03 AM]
Video: Official Tease - "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" - Starz
You already know how this story ended. Now see how it started.

[12/26/20 - 08:05 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: NBA Christmas Day on ABC Holds Off Competition
The network's primetime coverage leads the night in total viewers and adults 18-49.







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[05/17/24 - 10:31 AM]
FOX Entertainment Global Acquires International Distribution Rights to All-New Docu-Soap "Billion Dollar Playground"
FEG will distribute eight one-hour episodes of the program to networks and platforms outside of Australia.

[05/17/24 - 10:05 AM]
Bazinga! Televisions #1 Comedy for Five Consecutive Years "Young Sheldon" Series Finale Is Most Watched Episode in Four Seasons
The series finale (8:30pm) was the #1 show of the night with 8.95 million viewers.

[05/17/24 - 10:01 AM]
Emmy-Nominated Series "Off Script with The Hollywood Reporter" Reveals Full All-Star Lineup
Hosted Yvonne Orji, the five episodes feature themed episodes for Comedy Actress, Drama Actor and Comedy Actor, for which guests were previously announced, as well as newly announced panels for Drama Actress and Stand-Up.

[05/17/24 - 09:13 AM]
Husband and Wife Team Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen to Host "Dinner and a Movie," Returning with New Episodes Every Saturday Beginning June 1 on TBS
Featuring new episodes every Saturday, the longtime off-screen couple will co-host "Dinner and a Movie" beginning June 1 at 8pm ET/PT with the DC blockbuster "Aquaman" starring Jason Momoa.

[05/17/24 - 08:01 AM]
First Look & Date Announcement: Onyx Collective's "Reasonable Doubt"
Jax Stewart makes her highly anticipated return on August 22 with two episodes.

[05/17/24 - 03:18 AM]
"Maxton Hall - The World Between Us" Is Being Renewed for a Second Season on Prime Video Following Global Success
The second season of the series has been confirmed, with Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten returning in the lead roles as James and Ruby.

[05/16/24 - 02:39 PM]
ESPN "Sunday Night Baseball Presented by Capital One" Schedule Update: First Place Philadelphia Phillies to Host St. Louis Cardinals on June 2
On June 2, the first place Philadelphia Phillies and Bryce Harper will host the St. Louis Cardinals and Nolan Arenado at 7 p.m. ET.

[05/16/24 - 12:48 PM]
Lifetime's "Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits" All-New Specials Beginning in June
Starting June 3, Lifetime will premiere the first of four "Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits" specials from Magilla Entertainment.

[05/16/24 - 12:35 PM]
Bang! ESPN Platforms to Exclusively Televise 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Presented by AT&T: Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks/Indiana Pacers Winner
A pair of Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame broadcasters - play-by-play voice Mike Breen and analyst Doris Burke - team up with analyst JJ Redick and reporter Lisa Salters to call the series.

[05/16/24 - 12:33 PM]
FX, Hulu and the James Clavell Estate Are Working to Create More Seasons of the Critically Acclaimed Global Hit "Shogun"
The show's key creative partners including Co-Creators, Executive Producers and Writers Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo, Executive Producer Michaela Clavell, and series star and producer Hiroyuki Sanada are on board for the development.

[05/16/24 - 11:01 AM]
"The Mole" Season 2 - New Host & Release Date Announcement
Ari Shapiro will host the new three-week event beginning June 28.

[05/16/24 - 10:04 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Reveals Full Trailer and Official Key Art for Upcoming Season of "Criminal Minds: Evolution"!
Produced by ABC Signature and CBS Studios, the 10-episode new season will premiere on Thursday, June 6, exclusively on Paramount+.

[05/16/24 - 10:01 AM]
Nickelodeon Studios Greenlights All-New Thundermans Spinoff Series, Following the Success of Feature-Length Movie "The Thundermans Return"
The spinoff series will follow Phoebe and Max, who are sent undercover to handle a new threat in the seaside town of Secret Shores and bring Chloe along to develop her superhero talent.

[05/16/24 - 10:01 AM]
AMC Networks' June Highlights Include "Orphan Black: Echoes," "Domino Day," "My Life is Murder" and "Snowpiercer" Binge
AMC+ continues film premieres every week including sharks on a plane thriller "No Way Up," starring Colm Meaney, Shudder's Korean supernatural horror film "Exhuma" and period psychological thriller "The Devil's Bath."

[05/16/24 - 09:15 AM]
ABC News Announces Documentary "PRINT IT BLACK" on Local Newspaper's Response to Robb Elementary Shooting to Premiere Friday, May 24, on ABC News Live and Hulu
The premiere follows the film's world premiere at the Dallas International Film Festival, where it won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Documentary Feature.