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[08/11/21 - 11:28 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, August 11
Updates include: "Power" creator Courtney A. Kemp sets up shop at Netflix; ABC passes on "Epic" drama pilot; and Kathy Griffin to recur on "Search Party" at HBO Max.

[08/11/21 - 07:01 PM]
Video: "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A big-city dentist opens up a practice in a close-knit seaside village, home to a charming jack-of-all-trades who is her polar opposite in every way.

[08/11/21 - 05:30 PM]
TNT's "Rhodes to the Top" Premieres September 29 at 10 p.m.
"Rhodes to the Top" goes inside the lives of Cody and Brandi Rhodes as they navigate their growing family while helping to build AEW's global wrestling empire.

[08/11/21 - 04:04 PM]
BBC One's "The Capture" Casts Paapa Essiedu as Series Two Guest Lead
Indira Varma and Andy Nyman also join the cast, alongside returning actors Ron Perlman, Ben Miles, Lia Williams, Nigel Lindsay, Cavan Clerkin and Ginny Holder.

[08/11/21 - 12:30 PM]
AMC Networks' Shudder Acquires Period Horror "The Last Thing Mary Saw" Ahead of World Premiere at Fantasia Festival
Shudder will release the film, which is written and directed by Edoardo Vitaletti, in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand in early 2022.

[08/11/21 - 12:17 PM]
Video: Showtime Releases Trailer and Announces Premiere Date for "Detainee 001"
The film unpacks the mysteries surrounding the young American man, John Walker Lindh, found on the battlefield in Afghanistan alongside the people who were supposed to be his enemy.

[08/11/21 - 12:10 PM]
"Annie Live!" Has Found Its Rooster - Tituss Burgess Joins NBC's All-Star Cast for the Dec. 2 Holiday Musical Event
"I've always wanted to be a villain," said Burgess, who will play the underhanded brother of the ruthless Miss Hannigan, played by Taraji P. Henson.

[08/11/21 - 12:00 PM]
ABC Picks Up "Promised Land" Pilot to Series
The project is an epic, generation-spanning drama about two Latinx families vying for wealth and power in California's Sonoma Valley.

[08/11/21 - 11:01 AM]
HBO Max Renews Hit Max Original Docuseries "Wahl Street" from Executive Producer Mark Wahlberg
The 10-episode order is produced by Wahlberg's Unrealistic Ideas.

[08/11/21 - 10:31 AM]
Video: "American Crime Story - Impeachment" - Betrayal - Teaser - FX
See the untold story through their eyes. "Impeachment: American Crime Story" premieres September 7, only on FX.

[08/11/21 - 10:30 AM]
Casting for "FBI: International" Is Complete! New Series Is Third in Dick Wolf/CBS Franchise, and the First Wolf Entertainment U.S. Series to Film Overseas
Headquartered (and filmed) in Budapest, elite operatives of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's International Fly Team travel the world with the mission of tracking and neutralizing threats against American citizens wherever they may be.

[08/11/21 - 10:15 AM]
Peacock to Launch Original Docuseries "Born for Business" on Monday, August 23
The 10-episode series chronicles the lives of four entrepreneurs with disabilities.

[08/11/21 - 10:10 AM]
Sony Pictures Television Names Mayim Bialik and Mike Richards as "Jeopardy!" Hosts
Richards will kick off Season 38 as the full-time host of "Jeopardy!'s" long-running daily syndicated program; while Bialik joins as the host of "Jeopardy!'s" primetime and spinoff series.

[08/11/21 - 10:00 AM]
Video: HBO Max Releases Official Trailer for Season Two of the Max Original "The Other Two," Debuting August 26
The 10-episode Max Original series continues with two new episodes weekly on September 2, September 9, and September 16, leading up to the final two episodes of the season on September 23.

[08/11/21 - 09:37 AM]
Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants Universe Expands Again, With More Than 50 New Episodes Picked Up Across "Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years," "The Patrick Star Show" and the Original "SpongeBob SquarePants" Series
Each of the three series in the SpongeBob SquarePants universe continue to garner sizeable audiences.

[08/11/21 - 09:30 AM]
ABC Orders "Jeopardy! National College Championship," An All-New Tournament Which Will Air in Primetime in 2022
Hosted by Mayim Bialik, the competition will feature 15 colleges and universities from across the country battling head-to-head for two weeks of intense competition.

[08/11/21 - 09:29 AM]
Amazon Original Thriller "I Know What You Did Last Summer" to Premiere October 15 on Amazon Prime Video
The first four episodes will be released on October 15, with new episodes available each subsequent Friday.

[08/11/21 - 09:14 AM]
MTV Reveals Nominations for 2021 "Video Music Awards" (VMAs)
Justin Bieber (7) leads this year's list of nominees, followed closely by Megan Thee Stallion (6) with Billie Eilish, BTS, Doja Cat, Drake, Giveon, Lil Nas X and first-time nominee Olivia Rodrigo earning (5) nods apiece.

[08/11/21 - 08:36 AM]
Video: Official Trailer and Key Art for "Growing Up Animal," The National Geographic Original Series for Disney+, Available Now
The series, narrated by Tracee Ellis Ross, follows animal mothers and babies from the womb to the outside world as they face the triumphs and trials of nature.

[08/11/21 - 08:18 AM]
OWN and Hologic Announce Unprecedented Partnership to Combat Health Disparities
Key insights from leading public health, academic, and professional health organizations indicate that healthcare is a critical social justice issue that will require collective resources to eradicate.

[08/11/21 - 08:00 AM]
Video: "Clickbait" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When family man Nick Brewer is abducted in a crime with a sinister online twist, those closest to him race to uncover who is behind it and why.

[08/11/21 - 07:00 AM]
Video: "All or Nothing: Toronto Maple Leafs" - Teaser Trailer - Prime Video
The latest installment in the franchise comes to Prime Video on October 1.

[08/11/21 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Metal Shop Masters" Season 1 - Official Trailer - Netflix
On this competition show, a group of metal artists torch, cut and weld epic, badass creations from hardened steel.

[08/11/21 - 06:15 AM]
Nate Burleson Reaches New Multiplatform Agreement with CBS Across News, Sports and Entertainment
Beginning in September, Burleson will join "CBS This Morning" as co-host with Gayle King and Tony Dokoupil, anchoring the Network's flagship morning program, 7:00-9:00 AM, ET weekdays.

[08/11/21 - 05:06 AM]
EPIX Docuseries "Fiasco" to Premiere September 19 at 10 PM
Season one will tell the story of the?Iran-Contra affair, the Cold War-era debacle - involving a secret war in Nicaragua and an arms-for-hostages deal with Iran - that almost took down the presidency of Ronald Reagan.

[08/11/21 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "JJ+E" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Elisabeth and John-John live in the same city, but they inhabit different worlds. Can a passionate first love break through class and cultural barriers?

[08/10/21 - 11:36 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, August 10
Updates include: Hulu's "How I Met Your Father" fills out cast; Judith Light cast in Starz's "Shining Vale"; and Nora and Lilla Zuckerman to run Peacock's "Poker Face."

[08/10/21 - 05:46 PM]
Video: "Bring Your Own Brigade" - First Look - Paramount+
In November 2018, wildfires forced the evacuation of terrified residents from the cities of Malibu and Paradise. Twice-Oscar(R)-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker captures the heroism and horror of that unfathomable disaster.

[08/10/21 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "Squid Game" - Date Announcement - Netflix
Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits - with deadly high stakes.

[08/10/21 - 03:01 PM]
Peacock Rounds Out Cast for Original Holiday Movie "The Real Housewives of the North Pole" Starring Betsy Brandt and Kyle Richards
Jearnest Corchado, Kyle Selig, Tetona Jackson, Carlos Ponce, Alec Mapa and Damon Dayoub will also star in the film.

[08/10/21 - 02:28 PM]
Video: All-New Promo for FOX's New Uplifting Drama, "The Big Leap"
The series - a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams and taking back what's yours - premieres Monday, September 20.

[08/10/21 - 12:01 PM]
Video: Showtime Gets The Inside Scoop with New Trailer on "Gossip," A Limited Docu-Series Premiering Sunday, August 22 at 8 PM ET/PT
Directed by Jenny Carchman, the four-part docu-series celebrates the history of tabloid reporting throughout the last half century, following Rupert Murdoch's purchase of the New York Post and the career of its legendary columnist Cindy Adams.

[08/10/21 - 12:00 PM]
HBO Limited Series "The White Lotus" from Mike White Renewed for a Second Installment
The next chapter leaves Hawaii behind and follows a different group of vacationers as they jet to another White Lotus property and settle in temporarily amongst its inhabitants.

[08/10/21 - 11:17 AM]
Shannen Doherty, Favour Onwuka and Jenika Rose Headline Remake of the 90's Classic Film "Dying to Belong"
Revealing the harsh realities of toxic friendships and sorority hazing culture, "Dying to Belong" is a remake of the 1997 film of the same name, which starred Hilary Swank, Sarah Chalke, Jenna von Oÿ and Mark-Paul Gosselaar.

[08/10/21 - 11:01 AM]
"High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America" Will Be Back for Season Two
Netflix confirmed the news on social media this morning.

[08/10/21 - 10:31 AM]
Video: HBO Max Reveals Official Trailer and Key Art for "Sweet Life: Los Angeles," Debuting August 19
Exploring themes of loyalty, legacy, and love, this coming-of-age series follows a group of long-time friends in South Los Angeles as they navigate the relatable, chaotic, mid-20s moments at the quarter-life mark and propel each other into adulthood success.

[08/10/21 - 10:16 AM]
"Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr." Season Eight Premieres in January 2022
The new season features 10 new episodes showcasing guests who have excelled in a wide array of fields, each with ancestral stories that touch on the human experience and bring insight into how they became the trailblazers they are today.

[08/10/21 - 10:13 AM]
"Nature" Celebrates 40 Years with New Season
Look for new episodes on Wednesdays at 8:00/7:00c beginning October 20 on PBS.

[08/10/21 - 10:12 AM]
"American Masters" Explores the Life and Impact of Visionary Choreographer and Dancer Alvin Ailey
Opening the series' 36th season, "American Masters: Ailey" premieres nationwide Tuesday, January 11 at 9:00/8:00c on PBS.

[08/10/21 - 10:11 AM]
PBS Celebrates America's Diverse Culinary Roots in "The Great American Recipe"
Hosted by Alejandra Ramos, the new eight-part series will give talented home cooks from different regions of the country the opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes and compete to win the national search for "The Great American Recipe."

[08/10/21 - 10:03 AM]
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Brings Viewers Six All-New Originals Beginning September 12
Highlights include the latest installment of "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" on Sunday, October 17.

[08/10/21 - 09:13 AM]
"Finding Alice" Debuts September 13 Exclusively on Acorn TV
The contemporary drama with comedic elements, focuses on Alice's (Keeley Hawes) honest, raw, darkly-comic journey of grief, love and life after the death of her partner Harry.

[08/10/21 - 09:02 AM]
Jason DeMarco Named Senior Vice President, Anime and Action Series/Longform for Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios
In his newly formed dual role, DeMarco will spearhead WBA and CNS' expansion into producing anime content, drawing upon his extensive experience and relationships with some of Japan's most prolific anime studios, artists, and creators.

[08/10/21 - 09:02 AM]
Video: "Octonauts: Above & Beyond" New Series Trailer - Netflix Jr
The Octonauts expand their exploration beyond the sea - and onto land!

[08/10/21 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Lucifer" - Final Season Trailer - Netflix
All bad things must come to an end. The final season of "Lucifer" premieres on Netflix on September 10.

[08/10/21 - 09:01 AM]
"Robot Chicken" Returns for Triumphant 11th Season on September 6
The new season will air as a nightly strip Monday through Thursday at Midnight ET/PT beginning Monday, September 6 through Thursday, September 23.

[08/10/21 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Renews Docuseries "100 Foot Wave" for a Second Season
The docuseries chronicles big-wave surf legend Garrett McNamara and his fellow surfers as they search to find and surf the biggest wave in the world.

[08/10/21 - 09:00 AM]
Hallmark Channel Treats Viewers to Its Annual "Fall Harvest" Programming Event Beginning September 11
From Saturday, September 11, through Saturday, October 16, six all-new, Hallmark Channel original movie premieres will let viewers immerse themselves in the coziness of Fall, making Hallmark Channel the place to be all season long.

[08/10/21 - 07:12 AM]
"PJ Masks" Season Five Powers Up with More Feature Episodes Than Ever Before
The new season premieres August 13 at 1:00 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Junior and DisneyNOW, followed by six consecutive weeks of premieres.

[08/10/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Kid Cosmic" Season 2 Trailer - Netflix Futures
Jo learns what it means to be a true leader as the Local Heroes embark on a space adventure to find the remaining Stones of Power and save the galaxy.







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[09/16/25 - 03:39 PM]
"College GameDay Built by The Home Depot" and College Football on ESPN/ABC Both Off to Stellar Starts in 2025
ABC is off to its best three-week start ever, averaging 7.8 million viewers per game.

[09/16/25 - 03:02 PM]
"20/20" Is the No. 1 Program Across Broadcast and Cable on Friday Night
"20/20" ranked as the No. 1 broadcast program on Friday night in Total Viewers (2.457 million).

[09/16/25 - 03:01 PM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in Total Viewers, Adults 25-54, and Adults 18-49, Leading CBS' "After Midnight" and NBC's "Late Night with Seth Meyers" in All Three Measures
For the 2nd week in a row, "Nightline" improved on the previous week in Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49.

[09/16/25 - 02:45 PM]
FOX NFL Smashes All-Time Viewership Records with Week 2 Super Bowl Rematch
A massive 33.8 million viewers delivers FOX Sports its best-ever regular season Sunday telecast, most-watched Week 2 NFL telecast on record and more all-time viewership highs!

[09/16/25 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of September 8: "Canelo vs. Crawford" Packs a Punch, "Wednesday" Season 2 Joins Most Popular List
In movies, "KPop Demon Hunters" danced its way back to No. 1 on the English Film list with 22.6 million views.

[09/16/25 - 11:01 AM]
NFL Christmas Gameday Is Back with a New Line-Up of On-Air Booth Talent in Washington, D.C. and Minneapolis, Minnesota
Netflix's NFL Christmas Gameday 2024 reached 65 million U.S. viewers, according to Nielsen.

[09/16/25 - 11:00 AM]
Prime Video Announces October 23 Premiere Date for "Allen Iv3rson"
The three-part docuseries is about the captivating life of basketball legend and global sensation Allen Iverson, whose authentic voice and unapologetic expression of style paved the way for future generations and revolutionized the culture of the NBA.

[09/16/25 - 10:01 AM]
HBO Original Documentary "Prime Minister" Debuts September 30
The film had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Audience Award for World Cinema Documentary.

[09/16/25 - 09:56 AM]
Daytime Emmy-Nominated "The Jennifer Hudson Show" Comes to Streaming Audiences for Free on Tubi
Starting today, fans can stream each episode of season four of "The Jennifer Hudson Show" for free on Tubi the day after it airs on linear television.

[09/16/25 - 09:30 AM]
"On the Bench" -- NBC Sports Introduces Dedicated Team Analysts Seated Courtside for Peacock NBA Monday Throughout 2025-26 NBA Season
Rather than sitting next to the play-by-play voice, the analysts will be positioned near the assistant coaches of their assigned team during the action, listening in on huddles and timeouts, and delivering information straight from the bench.

[09/16/25 - 09:01 AM]
"Superman" Soars Onto HBO Max Exclusively on September 19
HBO Max will feature an in-app "Superman" takeover offering viewers a transformed homepage and unique user experience.

[09/16/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Deathwatch" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In the shadowy world of espionage, Sam Fisher is a rumor and a legend. Pulled back into action, he must help a new recruit unravel a global conspiracy.

[09/16/25 - 09:01 AM]
Bravo Embarks on the Ultimate Fish-Out-of-Water Social Experiment When "Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition" Premieres Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 9 P.M. ET/PT
"The Real Housewives" featured are Angie Katsanevas (Salt Lake City), Emily Simpson (Orange County), Melissa Gorga (New Jersey) and Dr. Wendy Osefo (Potomac).

[09/16/25 - 08:45 AM]
ESPN and the NWSL Announce Supplemental Media Rights Agreement
Under the agreement, ABC and ESPN networks will carry 16 more regular-season games each year, increasing the total number of NWSL matches available on The Walt Disney Company networks from 17 to 33 per season.

[09/16/25 - 08:01 AM]
Video: Netflix Debuts the Trailer for "Earthquake: Joke Telling Business"
The comedian brings his signature humor back to the stage as he riffs on everyday life, relationships, current events and much more.