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[05/20/21 - 11:20 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 20
Updates include: Juliette Binoche boards HBO Max's "The Staircase"; "Grey's Anatomy" confirms another series regular's exit; and Kathleen Turner signs onto HBO's "The White House Plumbers."

[05/20/21 - 07:01 PM]
Video: "Trese" - Official Trailer - Netflix Anime
In Manila, where dark supernatural forces pervade the criminal underworld, it's up to Alexandra Trese to keep the peace - but there's a storm brewing.

[05/20/21 - 02:34 PM]
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors Play-In Game Most-Watched NBA Telecast on ESPN Since 2019 Western Conference Finals: 5,618,000 Viewers
The telecast peaked with 6,149,000 viewers on ESPN from 12:30-1 a.m. ET.

[05/20/21 - 01:31 PM]
Video: "False Positive" Teaser Trailer - Hulu
She is 100% pregnant and the trailer for "False Positive" is 100% coming soon.

[05/20/21 - 01:14 PM]
Video: Disney+ Releases New Featurette for Disney and Pixar's "Luca"
"Luca" highlights a friendship between two sea monsters - one a little timid and afraid to get out of his comfort zone - and the other who dives into life head-first.

[05/20/21 - 12:50 PM]
TV One's Original Film "Bad Dad Rehab 2: The Next Session" Premieres Sunday, June 20 (Father's Day) at 8 P.M. ET/7C
The film follows the new class of Bad Dads hailing from Jersey City, New Jersey who must confront their personal demons in order to get their act together and become better dads.

[05/20/21 - 12:05 PM]
Bravo's Newest Culinary Competition "Top Chef Amateurs" Premieres Thursday, July 1 at 9 PM ET/PT
Produced by Magical Elves, "Top Chef Amateurs" gives talented home cooks the opportunity of a lifetime to test their skills in the illustrious "Top Chef" kitchen.

[05/20/21 - 12:04 PM]
Video: Hulu Original Series "Love, Victor" Season Two Trailer and Key Art Debut
The popular teen dramedy returns as season two finds a newly out of the closet Victor entering his junior year at Creekwood High.

[05/20/21 - 11:33 AM]
"OWN and Procter & Gamble Present: Widen the Screen - A Fuller View of Black Life" A Special George Floyd Anniversary Programming Event Featuring Oprah Winfrey
This special presentation is hosted by Oprah Winfrey and features short films and new content by Black creators that celebrate Black stories and the expansiveness of Black life, while honoring the anniversary of the tragic murder of George Floyd.

[05/20/21 - 11:33 AM]
First Look Images: Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building"
The series follows three strangers (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one.

[05/20/21 - 11:11 AM]
Video: Peacock Drops Trailer for "Vanderpump Dogs" from Lisa Vanderpump Premiering June 9
The series brings fans and pet lovers deeper into Lisa Vanderpump's luxurious life, by chronicling the stories and adoptions that occur at her beloved namesake foundation: Vanderpump Dogs, West Hollywood.

[05/20/21 - 11:02 AM]
The Eighth and Final Season of "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" Will Premiere Aug. 12 on NBC
Look for back-to-back episodes each Thursday beginning at 8:00/7:00c.

[05/20/21 - 10:01 AM]
discovery+ Greenlights Raucous Renovation Romp "Trixie Motel" Starring Drag Royalty Trixie Mattel
In the eight hour-long episodes coming to the streaming service in 2022, Trixie will face the reality of having invested her life savings into a rundown motel in super-trendy Palm Springs, California.

[05/20/21 - 10:00 AM]
Apple TV+ Orders "Wool," New Drama Series Based on Bestselling Book Trilogy and Starring Rebecca Ferguson
"Wool" is a set in a ruined and toxic future where a community exists in a giant silo underground, hundreds of stories deep.

[05/20/21 - 09:44 AM]
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy Set to Conjure Up More Chills, Laughs and Mayhem in Live-Action Comedy "Hocus Pocus 2"
The film will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in 2022.

[05/20/21 - 09:42 AM]
BET Remembers George Floyd and Addresses the Systemic Injustice Plaguing Black Americans with Three Reflective and Empowering News Specials
Tuesday, May 25, marks the anniversary date of Floyd's passing, and BET will engage audiences with three compelling original primetime news specials powered by its social impact initiative Content For Change.

[05/20/21 - 09:32 AM]
Showtime(R) to Debut Dark Comedy "The End" on Sunday, July 18
In the series, three generations of a family live with separate but intersecting obsessions - trying to figure out how to die with dignity, live with none and make it all count.

[05/20/21 - 09:29 AM]
Amazon Studios Greenlights Season 2 of World-Spanning Fantasy Series "The Wheel of Time"
Both seasons, co-produced by Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Television, will exclusively stream on Amazon Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

[05/20/21 - 09:09 AM]
Netflix Announce a Trio of New Animated Kids & Family Titles That Put Asian American Protagonists - and Creatives - Front and Center
"The Monkey King," "Boons and Curses" and "Mech Cadets" are among the featured projects.

[05/20/21 - 09:00 AM]
Warner Bros. Television Group and Kaley Cuoco Extend Long-Standing Creative Partnership with New Overall Deal
Through her Warner Bros. deal, Cuoco developed, executive produced, and starred in the acclaimed HBO Max hit series "The Flight Attendant," which debuted on Thanksgiving 2020 and has been renewed for a second season.

[05/20/21 - 08:59 AM]
The History(R) Channel Premieres "Fight the Power: The Movements That Changed America" Executive Produced by NBA Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Deborah Morales on Saturday, June 19 at 8PM ET/PT
From the labor movement of the 1880s, women's suffrage and civil rights, to the LGBTQ+ and Black Lives Matter movements, protest is in the American DNA and this documentary gives an unfiltered look at the ways it has evolved the world in which we live.

[05/20/21 - 08:38 AM]
New Series: "Claressa Shields," Premiering Exclusively on ESPN+
The four-part series will give fans a behind-the-scenes look at Shields' quest to become the greatest two-sport athlete of all time, simultaneously maintaining her dominance in boxing while making her debut in mixed martial arts.

[05/20/21 - 08:07 AM]
Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard, Alia Shawkat, Tim Meadows, Terry O'Quinn, Debra Winger and More Round Out All-Star Cast of the Stop-Motion Animation Series "Ultra City Smiths"
The first two episodes of the series will premiere on AMC+ on Thursday, July 22 with subsequent episodes dropping weekly, every Thursday.

[05/20/21 - 07:01 AM]
"In the Heights," "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It," and All Eight Harry Potter Films Arrive on HBO Max This June
The season 1 part 2 premiere of "Genera+ion," documentary "Revolution Rent," season four of "Summer Camp Island," the second seasons of "The Fungies" and "Full Bloom," the competition series hosted by celebrity florist Simon Lycett, and "Starstruck," premiere in the month as well.

[05/20/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Black Summer" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Winter comes with cold-blooded new challenges during the zombie apocalypse as frantic scavengers and violent militias battle the dead and desperate.

[05/20/21 - 07:00 AM]
Starz Casts Alice Englert and Nicholas Denton as Merteuil and Valmont in Bold Re-Imagining of "Dangerous Liaisons"
"Dangerous Liaisons" is a bold reimagining of the iconic characters from Laclos' classic 18th century novel and tells the origin story of how the Marquise de Merteuil and the Vicomte de Valmont meet as passionate young lovers in Paris on the eve of revolution.

[05/20/21 - 06:40 AM]
Discover the Magical World of the Disney+ Original Series "The Mysterious Benedict Society"
Based on the best-selling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, the show follows four gifted orphans who are recruited by the eccentric Mr. Benedict (Tony Hale) to save the world.

[05/20/21 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Elite" Season 4 - Trailer - Netflix
A strict principal and four new students arrive at Las Encinas, bringing an onslaught of romantic entanglements, intense rumors and a fresh mystery.

[05/20/21 - 06:29 AM]
HBO Documentary Films' "The Legend of the Underground" Debuts June 29
The film is a searing and timely look at the struggle against rampant discrimination in Nigeria today, as seen through the lens of several bold and charismatic, non-conformist youth who fight to live life out loud.

[05/20/21 - 06:28 AM]
Video: "No Sudden Move" - Official Teaser - HBO Max
From Academy Award-winning director Steven Soderbergh, the film drops on HBO Max July 1.

[05/20/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" - Release Date Announcement - Prime Video
The much-anticipated film adaptation of the award-winning hit musical, follows Jamie, a teenager from Sheffield, who dreams of life on stage.

[05/20/21 - 06:00 AM]
The CW Television Network and Nexstar Media Group Renew Affiliation Agreements
Taken together, the 37 markets cover more than 31% of the U.S. audience, serving more than 38 million television households.

[05/20/21 - 05:59 AM]
BET to Assemble the Ultimate All-Girl R&B Supergroup in the One-of-a-Kind Music Experiment in "BET Presents The Encore"
Shamari DeVoe, Irish Grinstead, LeMisha Grinstead, Nivea Nash, Felisha King, Fallon King, Pamela Long, Aubrey O'Day, and Kiely Williams have signed on to the one-of-a-kind music experiment to become the next big musical sensation.

[05/20/21 - 05:01 AM]
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Celebrate National Streaming Day with Exciting Announcements, Sneak Peeks and Stunts
Hosted on the streamers' social media handles, #StreamingDay will include exclusive announcements of Summer's series and movies, watch parties of classic movies and shows, and more.

[05/20/21 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "Katla" - Official Teaser - Netflix
The catastrophic eruption of subglacial volcano Katla turns a nearby community's world upside down as mysteries begin to emerge from the ice.

[05/19/21 - 11:29 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, May 19
Updates include: Jenna Ortega to lead Netflix's "Wednesday"; Jeremy Irvine in talks for HBO Max's "Green Lantern"; and Jon Bernthal to star in HBO's "We Own This City."

[05/19/21 - 07:01 PM]
Video: "Racket Boys" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A city kid is brought to the countryside by his father's new coaching gig: reviving a ragtag middle school badminton team on the brink of extinction.

[05/19/21 - 01:05 PM]
Showtime(R) Announces "Hip Hop 50," A Multiyear Cross-Platform Programming Initiative with Media Company Mass Appeal to Celebrate Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary
The initiative will encompass unscripted series and features, podcasts and digital shorts by and about some of the foremost names in the genre.

[05/19/21 - 12:28 PM]
The Next Installment of the "Unraveled" Anthology Unmasks a Prolific and Terrifying Cyberstalker in "Unraveled: The Stalker's Web"
The companion two-hour special will begin streaming on discovery+ on Tuesday, August 10.

[05/19/21 - 12:02 PM]
Netflix Orders New Spy Adventure Series Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Monica Barbaro
When a father and daughter learn that they've each secretly been working as CIA Operatives for years, they realize their entire relationship has been a lie and they truly don't know one another at all.

[05/19/21 - 11:45 AM]
Video: "The Fungies" - Season 2 Official Trailer - HBO Max Family
Seth, Pascal, Dr. Nancy, Nevin, Lil Lemon and the rest of the gang are gearing up for all new prehistoric adventures.

[05/19/21 - 11:16 AM]
Discovery Channel Takes Viewers to the Amazon for an Epic Quest of Exploration in Brand-New Series "Curse of Akakor" Premiering May 26
Led by Irish investigate journalist, Paul Connolly, the team will include American geologist and explorer Dr. Martin Pepper, Brazilian wilderness doctor Dr. Karina Oliani, former FBI Agent Bobby Chacon, British survival expert Megan Hine and tech expert Brennon Edwards.

[05/19/21 - 10:47 AM]
Christmas Comes Early as Lifetime Reunites Casts and Reveals Two Movies for the 2021 "It's a Wonderful Lifetime" Holiday Movie Slate
This year, Lifetime will reunite some memorable casts including "High School Musical" alums Corbin Bleu and Monique Coleman in "A Christmas Dance Reunion."

[05/19/21 - 10:46 AM]
Lifetime Says "Happy Anniversary" to Harry & Meghan with the Casting of Sydney Morton and Jordan Dean to Star as the Estranged Royals in "Harry & Meghan: Escaping the Palace"
Dean and Morton will fill the royal shoes vacated by Parisa Fitz-Henley and Murray Fraser in 2018's hit film "Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance," followed by Tiffany Smith and Charlie Field for the second installment "Harry & Meghan: Becoming Royal" in 2019.

[05/19/21 - 10:41 AM]
Peacock Announces Straight to Series Order of New Drama "Vampire Academy" from Julie Plec
The project is based on a series of young adult paranormal romance novels by international bestselling author Richelle Mead.

[05/19/21 - 10:30 AM]
HGTV Greenlights New Version of "Cash in the Attic"
Retooled to highlight collectible items relevant to today's audiences, the latest iteration of the series will star Courtney Tezeno, a passionate collector, and her team of expert appraisers.

[05/19/21 - 10:30 AM]
Matt Cornett, Kyra Tantao and Terry Hu Land Out-of-This-World Roles in "Zombies 3," The Third Installment of Disney Channel's Highly Popular Franchise
They'll join returning cast members Chandler Kinney, Pearce Joza, Ariel Martin, Kylee Russell, Trevor Tordjman, Carla Jeffery, James Godfrey and Kingston Foster.

[05/19/21 - 10:00 AM]
Peacock Original Comedy Series "Intelligence," Starring David Schwimmer and Nick Mohammed, Returns Thursday, June 17
All six episodes of the series will drop at once on Peacock.

[05/19/21 - 09:46 AM]
Premium Content From CNN Original Series and CNN Films Shines on Theatrical, Streaming, and Television Screens for 2021 and 2022
Six new CNN Original Series will premiere in 2022, including: "Patagonia" (wt), "Nomad with Carlton McCoy" (wt), "Dark Was the Night: The Life of Hitler," "LBJ: Triumph and Tragedy," and "Reframed: Marilyn Monroe."

[05/19/21 - 09:45 AM]
Video: Official Trailer & Key Art Released for "Friends: The Reunion"
Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer return to the iconic comedy's original soundstage, Stage 24, on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank for a real-life unscripted celebration of the beloved show.







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[12/17/25 - 12:00 PM]
CBS Is Turning All of America Into an Epic Adventure for the "Survivor 50 Challenge"
For the first time ever, newcomers, longtime viewers and anyone who loves a good challenge will have the chance to strategize, uncover clues, solve riddles and track down authentic immunity idols hidden in their state.

[12/17/25 - 11:59 AM]
Video: Official Season 8 Trailer - "The Rookie"
On Tuesday, January 6 on ABC, get ready for a season premiere with explosive action, unexpected alliances, and cases that stretch across continents.

[12/17/25 - 11:30 AM]
FOX Entertainment Studios Signs Producer Jeffrey Levine and His Bronson Canyon Pictures to Multi-Year First-Look Deal
Under the agreement, Levine will develop and produce scripted television series for the studio across broadcast, streaming, and emerging digital storytelling platforms.

[12/17/25 - 10:16 AM]
Versant Announces Long-Term Partnership Extension with Rory McIlroy and Launch of New Production Venture
Under the agreement, which extends through 2038, Rory McIlroy will continue to serve as the global face and partner of GolfPass, reinforcing the platform's premium positioning and its commitment to best-in-class golf experiences.

[12/17/25 - 10:05 AM]
Video: "Scars of Beauty" - Second Season Confirmed - HBO Max
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[12/17/25 - 10:05 AM]
Video: "Tyler Perry's Sistas" Returns for Season 10 - Premieres January 7 at 9/8c
Tyler Perry's hit series returns for Season 10 with new drama, deeper friendships, and unexpected twists.

[12/17/25 - 10:00 AM]
"Hollywood Squares" Kicks Off Season 2 with Star-Studded Celebrity Lineup
This season's newcomers who will share the board with famed center square Drew Barrymore include Anthony Anderson, Glenn Close, Kat Dennings, Fortune Feimster, Zarna Garg, Jay Mohr, Padma Lakshmi, Joel McHale, Ariana Debose and Arsenio Hall.

[12/17/25 - 10:00 AM]
AMC Networks' January Highlights Include "Gangs of London," "Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale," "My Life Is Murder," "Planet Earth: Kingdom" and More
Other premieres include the new series "Wolf" on AMC+ and Shudder, based on Mo Hayder's acclaimed Jack Caffrey novels.

[12/17/25 - 09:46 AM]
Netflix Announces Series Adaptation of Liz Moore's "The God of the Woods"
Produced by Sony Pictures Television, the new series follows the wealthy Van Laars as they fight to hold their family together, unearthing devastating secrets in the process.

[12/17/25 - 09:43 AM]
The Academy Partners with YouTube for Exclusive Global Rights to the Oscars and Other Academy Content Starting in 2029
The multi-year deal begins in 2029 with the 101st Oscars ceremony and runs through 2033.

[12/17/25 - 09:34 AM]
ESPN to Debut "MNF Playbook with Next Gen Stats" Dec. 22, An NFL Data-Cast Aimed at Avid Fans; Complements "Monday Night Football" and ESPN NFL Postseason Slate
In Week 16 and 17, Luke Kuechly - the former Carolina Panthers standout linebacker and seven-time Pro Bowler - will team up with ESPN NFL analysts Dan Orlovsky and Field Yates from ESPN's headquarters in Bristol, Conn.

[12/17/25 - 09:18 AM]
Video: "Paul Anka: His Way" - Official Trailer - HBO
The film follows the iconic, chart-topping songwriter and musician Paul Anka through stardom and reinvention in an ever-changing industry.

[12/17/25 - 09:01 AM]
Netflix and Barstool Sports Announce Exclusive Video Podcast Partnership
The podcasts joining Netflix in early 2026 include "Pardon My Take," "The Ryen Russillo Show," and "Spittin Chiclets."

[12/17/25 - 09:00 AM]
Obsessive Compulsions and Strange Fixations Are Back in a Compelling New Season of TLC's "My Strange Addiction"
The series explores the unfiltered stories of people whose obsessive behaviors have taken over their lives. Each episode dives into bizarre, real-world situations revealing how these addictions shape daily routines and impact the way they navigate the world.

[12/17/25 - 09:00 AM]
Video: Starz Releases "Outlander" Final Season Opening Title Sequence Performed by Academy and Grammy Award Winner Annie Lennox
The eighth and final season of the groundbreaking series will premiere on Friday, March 6, 2026.