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    [tuesday, february 16, 2021]    
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[02/16/21 - 11:43 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, February 16
Updates include: Aaron Eckhart to play Gerald Ford in Showtime's "The First Lady"; CBS eyes "NCIS: Hawaii" spin-off; and Archie Panjabi joins the cast of TNT's "Snowpiercer."

[02/16/21 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Announces "DOTA: Dragon's Blood" Anime Series Based on the Popular Video-Game Franchise by Valve
The eight-episode anime series is set to launch globally on March 25.

[02/16/21 - 03:30 PM]
Disney's Acclaimed "DuckTales" Culminates in an Epic 90-Minute Series Finale on Monday, March 15
Executive produced by Matt Youngberg and co-executive produced by Francisco Angones, the Emmy(R) Award-nominated "DuckTales" team wrapped production after 75 episodes and more than 15 shorts.

[02/16/21 - 02:20 PM]
Lifetime Greenlights the Original Movie "Torn from Her Arms" Based on the True Story of a Mother and Daughter Separated at the Border in Partnership with OZY Media
Originally covered by OZY's reporting arm, "Torn from Her Arms" marks OZY's first foray into scripted programming and an expansion of their already robust television catalog.

[02/16/21 - 01:01 PM]
Australia's Best Surf Spots Will Be the Key to "Surviving Summer"
Netflix's latest made in Australia title follows Summer Torres, a fierce Brooklyn teen who's just been sent Down Under to live with family friends the Gibsons, in a tiny coastal town on the Great Ocean Road.

[02/16/21 - 12:10 PM]
WWE Superstars Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair to Guest Star on Peacock's "Punky Brewster"
In the episode, Punky (Soleil Moon Frye) takes Izzy (Quinn Copeland) to meet two of her favorite WWE Superstars.

[02/16/21 - 11:14 AM]
BYUtv and The Dodo Premiere Season 2 of "The Wizard of Paws"
The unscripted 30-minute series follows animal prosthetist Derrick Campana as he travels the country in pursuit of animals in desperate need of his services.

[02/16/21 - 11:13 AM]
BYUtv Presents Groundbreaking Interconnected Family Comedies "The Parker Andersons" and "Amelia Parker"
The two interwoven scripted series highlight events in the life of a blended multicultural, interracial family from two different perspectives.

[02/16/21 - 11:12 AM]
BYUtv Renews International Hit "Dwight in Shining Armor" for 5th and Final Season
The new 10-episode season, which provides a fitting conclusion for the worldwide fan favorite, will premiere on Sunday, March 21 at 8:30/7:30c.

[02/16/21 - 11:11 AM]
BYUtv Spring Premieres Offer Something for Everyone
Highlights include season three of sports competition "All-Round Champion" and the service-focused "Making Good," plus season two of uplifting unscripted shows "Survivalists" and "The Wizard of Paws."

[02/16/21 - 11:01 AM]
Noggin, Nickelodeon's Interactive Learning Service for Preschoolers, Debuts New Animated Musical Series "Rhymes Through Times"
Available now on Noggin and the Nick Jr. YouTube channel, the three-episode short-form series celebrates the Black experience and showcases the contributions of Black people to American culture, focusing on civil rights and leadership, performing arts, and science.

[02/16/21 - 09:27 AM]
YouTube Originals Adds Stacey Abrams, H.E.R., Anderson .Paak, Kelly Rowland, Maurice Harris, Nicole Byer and More to "Black Renaissance"
The special will showcase the Black creators, artists, writers, storytellers, and history makers who have shaped our nation's history and the next generation of Black voices who are reimagining our future.

[02/16/21 - 09:07 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Bachelor" Claims Demo Crown for ABC
The Alphabet leads the night among adults 18-49 while FOX is the most-watched network overall.

[02/16/21 - 09:01 AM]
The Countdown Begins as "Final Space" Season Three Takes Off Saturday, March 20 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim
Plus: look for seasons one and two to begin streaming on HBO Max on March 1.

[02/16/21 - 08:15 AM]
"56th Academy of Academy of Country Music Awards(TM)" to Be Broadcast Live from Three of Nashville's Iconic Country Music Venues Including Grand Ole Opry House, Ryman Auditorium and The Bluebird Cafe for the Second Consecutive Year, on Sunday, April 18 on CBS
It will also be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+, ViacomCBS' upcoming global streaming service.

[02/16/21 - 07:13 AM]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Commences Production of Season 2 of "Going from Broke"
Innovative "real-time" episodes will begin premiering for free on Crackle in March.

[02/16/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Word Party" Season 5 Trailer - Netflix Jr
Join animal babies Franny, Bailey, Kip, Lulu, and Tilly for even more fun beginning Tuesday, March 2.

[02/16/21 - 06:02 AM]
Marvel Studios Announces "Assembled," A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The series will take viewers through productions such as "WandaVision," "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier," and "Loki" via exclusive on-set footage.

[02/16/21 - 01:01 AM]
Video: "Abla Fahita: Drama Queen" - Official Teaser - Netflix
An innocent fugitive, Abla Fahita gets separated from her children. The illustrious diva will stop at nothing to clear her name and reunite with them.

[02/15/21 - 11:26 PM]
Development Update: Monday, February 15
Updates include: Chris Harrison to "step aside" from "The Bachelor" franchise; Stephanie Vogt to star in Netflix's "Glória"; and Amazon pulls the plug on "Truth Seekers."

[02/15/21 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Releases Launch Date of a Much Anticipated Korean Noir Film "Night in Paradise"
The film tells a story of a man targeted by a criminal organization and a woman on the verge of life and death.

[02/15/21 - 03:16 PM]
Simone Ashley Cast as Kate in Season 2 of "Bridgerton"
Kate is a smart, headstrong young woman who suffers no fools, Anthony Bridgerton very much included.

[02/15/21 - 08:30 AM]
CBS Presents "Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special," To Be Broadcast Sunday, March 7
Winfrey will speak with Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, in a wide-ranging interview, covering everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, philanthropic work to how she is handling life under intense public pressure.

[02/15/21 - 08:28 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "American Idol" Return Tops Demos for ABC
The Alphabet leads the night among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster overall.

[02/15/21 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The documentary, due on March 1, celebrates his life via rare behind-the-scenes footage and the testimonies of his closest friends and family.

[02/14/21 - 09:31 PM]
Video: The Queens Are Here to Reign! Netflix Drops the Trailer of Its Upcoming Series "Bombay Begums"
Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswami, Plabita Borthakur, Amruta Subhash and Aadhya Anand star in the series, due on March 8.

[02/14/21 - 09:09 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos; CBS Leads Total Viewers
"NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC" wins the night among adults 18-49.

[02/14/21 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "The Lost Pirate Kingdom" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The real-life pirates of the Caribbean violently plunder the world's riches and form a surprisingly egalitarian republic in this documentary series, premiering March 15.

[02/14/21 - 07:38 AM]
Video: "Zack Snyder's Justice League" Trailer Now Available
The feature film debuts Thursday, March 18 on HBO Max.

[02/13/21 - 10:19 PM]
Netflix Original Series "Love Alarm S2" Confirmed for March 12 Release
Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, "Love Alarm" is set in a world where a mobile app alerts you if someone within a 10-meter radius likes you.

[02/13/21 - 08:58 PM]
Rege-Jean Page to Host "Saturday Night Live" with Musical Guest Bad Bunny on Feb. 20
Page stars in Netflix's global hit series "Bridgerton," for which he is currently nominated for a SAG Award and NAACP Image Award.

[02/13/21 - 09:36 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Leads Demo Race with "Shark Tank"
CBS and its mainstay "Blue Bloods" however remain the most-watched overall on the night.

[02/12/21 - 11:08 PM]
Development Update: Friday, February 12
Updates include: "CSI: Vegas" casts trio; ABC passes on two comedy pilots, greenlights one; and "God's Favorite Idiot" on Netflix fills out principal roles.

[02/12/21 - 04:20 PM]
Donald Glover and Phoebe Waller-Bridge to Create and Star in New Amazon Original Series "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," With Co-Creator Francesca Sloane, Based on the 2005 Film
The 2005 feature film, from New Regency and starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, grossed $487 million worldwide during its release.

[02/12/21 - 03:46 PM]
Groundbreaking Series "America's Most Wanted" Returns, Monday, March 15 on FOX
Elizabeth Vargas hosts the series, which has helped capture more than 1,186 criminals, including 17 on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list.

[02/12/21 - 01:30 PM]
Paramount+ Invites Fans to Attend an Under-the-Sea Road Trip Adventure Drive-Through Experience and Exclusive Drive-In Screening for "The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run"
All ticket proceeds will benefit Heal The Bay, an environmental nonprofit dedicated to making the coastal waters and watersheds in Greater Los Angeles safe, healthy, and clean.

[02/12/21 - 01:19 PM]
Science Channel Reveals Upcoming Series Launching in February and March
Highlights include "Ancient Unexplained Files," due this Sunday, February 14 at 9:00/8:00c.

[02/12/21 - 12:59 PM]
MTV's "The Real World" Franchise Returns March 4th on Paramount+
The first installment will reunite the original New York cast in the iconic NYC loft for "The Real World Homecoming: New York."

[02/12/21 - 09:49 AM]
The Best Backroads BBQ Around! All New Competition Series "Moonshiners: Smoke Ring" Premieres March 9 on discovery+
In the series, Stephen Ray Tickle along with "Hogfather" Tank Jackson, venture into the deep South in search of the best, often undiscovered, pit masters from around the country to compete in a high stakes battle to determine whose heritage and skills produce the best tasting meat.

[02/12/21 - 09:12 AM]
E! Spills the Tea as New Series "For Real: The Story of Reality TV" Premieres Thursday, March 25 at 9PM ET/PT
Hosted and executive produced by Andy Cohen, the seven-part limited event series explores different themes including celebreality, dating, competition and extreme makeover series, among others.

[02/12/21 - 09:06 AM]
Video: New Trailer - Hulu Original Film "Boss Level"
Trapped in a time loop that constantly repeats the day of his murder, former special forces agent Roy Pulver (Frank Grillo) uncovers clues about a secret government project that could unlock the mystery behind his untimely death.

[02/12/21 - 09:00 AM]
"VH1 Couples Retreat" Celebrates Black Love in New Series Premiering Monday, March 29 at 8PM ET/PT
During a week-long vacation, cast members will take part in an honest and uncensored conversation on how celebrity couples showcase the challenges and triumphs of their relationships, navigating the complex waters of love, heartache and communication.

[02/12/21 - 08:54 AM]
Facebook Watch Premiering Black History Month Special "Forward: The Future of Black Music" Featuring Chance the Rapper, Erykah Badu, John Legend, Yara Shahidi on February 16
The four-episode, short-form special celebrating Black Excellence will drop every Tuesday and Friday on the Facebook Watch page starting February 16.

[02/12/21 - 08:15 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, CBS & FOX All Share Demo Crown
The Eye's "Young Sheldon" tops the night in adults 18-49.

[02/12/21 - 07:44 AM]
An All-New Season of "The Zoo: San Diego" Streams Exclusively on discovery+
New episodes will stream every Saturday on the service.

[02/12/21 - 07:02 AM]
Peacock Dramedy "Armas De Mujer" Sets All-Star Cast
Roselyn Sánchez, Sylvia Sáenz and Jeimy Osorio will join previously announced Mexican superstar Kate del Castillo.

[02/12/21 - 06:16 AM]
CMT to Premiere "Skyville Live: Gladys Knight & Guests" on February 17 at 10/9c
Music royalty Gladys Knight is joined by superstars Martina McBride and Estelle to perform beloved classics, including "Midnight Train to Georgia" and "Neither One of Us."

[02/12/21 - 06:01 AM]
With "The Show," Showtime(R) Premieres Exclusive Inside Look at the Making of the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Performance
This year's show starred The Weeknd and was executive produced by Emmy nominee Jesse Collins, Roc Nation and directed by acclaimed multi-award nominated Hamish Hamilton.

[02/12/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Just Say Yes" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Incurable romantic Lotte finds her life upended when her plans for a picture-perfect wedding unravel - just as her self-absorbed sister gets engaged.

[02/12/21 - 05:59 AM]
Newly Remastered HD Version of "Sex and the City" Now Available on HBO Max
The new HD version gives HBO Max subscribers the perfect opportunity to watch or rewatch ahead of the next chapter, "And Just Like That...," which kicks-off production in New York City this spring.







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[02/17/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of February 9 - "Tyler Perry's Joe's College Road Trip" Takes the Scenic Route to No. 1
Plus: "The Lincoln Lawyer" Season 4 took No. 1 on the English TV list with 9.6 million views.

[02/17/26 - 11:48 AM]
Paramount Comments on Warner Bros. Discovery Disclosures
Paramount acknowledges the announcement from Warner Bros. Discovery that, acting with Netflix, they have decided to provide Paramount a 7-day "waiver" for negotiation.

[02/17/26 - 11:00 AM]
All-New Series "Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries" Set to Premiere April 23 on UPtv
The series blends cozy mystery, cultural discovery and heartwarming reinvention in a series about finding family in unexpected places and uncovering the truest parts of ourselves.

[02/17/26 - 11:00 AM]
Video: First-Look Teaser for "Sofia the First: Royal Magic" Unveiled
The new series is set to premiere this May on Disney+ and Disney Jr.

[02/17/26 - 10:34 AM]
FOX Nation Has Launched on Prime Video
Subscribers also have the opportunity to bundle FOX Nation with the FOX One streaming service in a single subscription on Prime Video, giving them instant access to the complete portfolio of FOX's leading news, sports, and entertainment branded content all in one app for $24.99.

[02/17/26 - 10:28 AM]
Video: Preview - "Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery" - Starring Alison Sweeney and Victor Webster
The latest installment premieres Saturday, March 7 at 8:00/7:00c on Hallmark Channel, next day on Hallmark+.

[02/17/26 - 10:06 AM]
Video: Official Series Trailer - "RJ Decker"
Investigate the new drama premiering Tuesday, March 3 on ABC.

[02/17/26 - 10:05 AM]
Miley Cyrus Returns Home for the "Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special," Streaming March 24 on Disney+
The special will be filmed in front of a live studio audience and will feature an exclusive, in-depth interview with Miley Cyrus, hosted by Alex Cooper.

[02/17/26 - 10:02 AM]
Video: Prime Video Releases Official Trailer for Season Two of Global Hit "Deadloch"
The first two episodes premiere March 20, with new episodes released weekly, culminating in the season finale on April 17.

[02/17/26 - 08:00 AM]
Dorinda Medley to Join "The Golden Life" (w/t) Docuseries on E!
Medley joins Kelly Bensimon, Countess Luann De Lesseps, Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer in new series set in sunny Palm Beach, Florda.

[02/17/26 - 08:00 AM]
New Short-Form Series "Locker Diaries" Unlocks All-New Adventures from Disney's "ZOMBIES," "Phineas and Ferb," and "Descendants"
"Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES" kicks off the series with 11 short-form live-action episodes and gives viewers a glimpse into the drama unfolding in the school halls of Sunnyside & Shadyside.

[02/17/26 - 07:01 AM]
CNN Original Series "Standoff: The FBI, Power and Paranoia" Premieres Sunday, March 22 at 9PM ET/PT
Each episode focuses on a defining confrontation that reverberated far beyond the Oval Office, starting with former FBI Director James Comey's own account of his infamous clash with President Donald Trump.

[02/17/26 - 06:01 AM]
Most Valuable Promotions Brings Professional MMA to Netflix with Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on Saturday, May 16, 2026 Live from Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California
Rousey vs. Carano represents a historic moment in combat sports as Netflix's first-ever live MMA broadcast and MVP's inaugural MMA event.

[02/17/26 - 04:04 AM]
WBD Files Definitive Proxy Statement and Schedules Special Meeting for March 20, 2026, to Approve the WBD-Netflix Transaction
Netflix, Inc. today issued the following statement regarding its fully financed definitive agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) to acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.

[02/17/26 - 04:01 AM]
Warner Bros. Discovery Sets Special Meeting Date of March 20, 2026, and Unanimously Recommends Shareholders Vote FOR Netflix Merger; Warner Bros. Discovery to Initiate Discussions with Paramount Skydance for Their Best and Final Offer
Netflix grants seven-day waiver permitting WBD to engage with PSKY regarding deficiencies and open items in amended offer.