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[11/18/21 - 11:16 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, November 18
Updates include: NBC's "The Endgame" casts pair; Jesse Eisenberg to topline FX on Hulu's "Fleishman Is in Trouble"; and Jorge A. Reyes brings "The Santos Of Chicago" to NBC.

[11/18/21 - 09:30 PM]
Jimmy Kimmel and Norman Lear's Emmy Award-Winning "Live in Front of a Studio Audience" Makes a Highly Anticipated Return with "The Facts of Life" and "Diff'rent Strokes"
John Lithgow will play Mr. Drummond, Kevin Hart assumes the role of Arnold and Damon Wayans and Ann Dowd will play Willis and Mrs. Garrett in "Diff'rent Strokes."

[11/18/21 - 02:31 PM]
"Saturday Night Live" Closes Out 2021 with Two New Shows, Live Coast-to-Coast
Billie Eilish will pull double duty for her hosting debut on December 11 while Paul Rudd will host for the fifth time on December 18.

[11/18/21 - 01:07 PM]
NBCUniversal Reaches Six-Year Extension to Serve as Exclusive U.S. Home of Premier League
With the new agreement, which begins with the 2022-23 season next summer, NBC Sports, Peacock, and Telemundo Deportes will present the Premier League through 2028.

[11/18/21 - 12:53 PM]
Paramount+ Announces Series Regulars and Additional Cast for Highly-Anticipated Original Series, "1883"
Audie Rick, Marc Rissmann, Eric Nelsen, James Landry Hébert, Dawn Olivieri, Emma Malouff, Alex Fine, Gratiela Brancusi, Anna Fiamora, Nichole Galicia, Stephanie Nur, Amanda Jaros, Noah Le Gros and Martin Sensmeier join the highly anticipated "Yellowstone" prequel.

[11/18/21 - 12:40 PM]
Prime Video Announces Thrilling New Drama Series "The Consultant" Starring Academy Award-Winner Christoph Waltz
The series is a darkly comedic workplace thriller that explores the sinister relationship between boss and employee, asking how far we will go to get ahead, and to survive.

[11/18/21 - 12:00 PM]
Following the Breakout Success of "BMF" Starz Greenlights "BMF" Documentary Series from Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
The eight-episode series will be executive produced by Jackson and Shan Nicholson who will also serve as the series' showrunner.

[11/18/21 - 12:00 PM]
HBO Documentary "The Forever Prisoner" Debuts December 6
Alex Gibney's latest film tells the chilling story of Abu Zubaydah, the first high-value detainee subjected to the CIA's program of Enhanced Interrogation Techniques (EITs), later identified as torture by those outside the agency.

[11/18/21 - 11:28 AM]
"Kids Baking Championship" Returns with Some of the Youngest Most Talented Bakers Ever
The 10-week competition will test the kid contestants, ages 8-11, in difficult themed challenges.

[11/18/21 - 11:18 AM]
Powerhouse Paranormal Investigators Amy Bruni and Adam Berry and Psychic Medium Chip Coffey Return to discovery+ and Travel Channel for Another Supernatural Season of "Kindred Spirits"
The explosive 10 episodes of season six debut Saturday, December 18 on Travel Channel and begin streaming the same day on discovery+.

[11/18/21 - 10:31 AM]
Video: "Queer Eye" - Season 6 - Date Announcement - Netflix
This season, Queer Eye's fearless ambassadors head to the Lone Star state with a homebase in Austin, TX. Watch as they work their life-changing magic yet again and transform the lives of deserving Texans.

[11/18/21 - 10:29 AM]
HBO Comedy Special "drew michael: red blue green" Debuts December 4
In this hilarious, confessional hour of stand-up, Drew Michael airs his issues with relationships, social media, and comedy as therapy.

[11/18/21 - 10:14 AM]
Lifetime Partners with Reba McEntire and Thistle Farms Partner for This Year's "Gift of a Lifetime"
McEntire selected this year's charity, Thistle Farms, which has lit a pathway of healing and hope for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction for over 20 years.

[11/18/21 - 10:00 AM]
Deliciously Fun Cooking Competition Series "Fast Foodies" Turns Up the Heat in Season 2 Returning to truTV on Thursday, January 27 at 10PM
The 12-episode season brings a raucous slew of fresh celebrity guests with fast food cravings, including Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Nikki Glaser, Reggie Watts, Chris Jericho, Natasha Leggero, Bobby Moynihan, Baron Davis and more.

[11/18/21 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Reveals "South Park: Post COVID" First Look
The service's upcoming exclusive original "South Park" event will premiere on Paramount+ in the U.S. on Thursday, November 25.

[11/18/21 - 09:39 AM]
NAACP & BET Announce 53rd Image Awards Show Dates
The "53rd NAACP Image Awards" will broadcast Saturday, February 26, 2022 (at 8:00 PM, live ET/5:00 PM, live PT) on BET.

[11/18/21 - 09:30 AM]
Max Original Latinx All-Female Comedy Special "Comedy Chingonas" Streaming Now
The special is hosted by Izabella Alvarez, with a cold open from Danny Trejo.

[11/18/21 - 09:15 AM]
Video: YouTube Originals Kids & Family Debuts Official Trailer for New Preschool Series "Tab Time" Starring Tabitha Brown Premiering December 1 on the Tabitha Brown YouTube Channel
The new 10-episode weekly preschool show stars Tabitha Brown, an actress, vegan foodie, and mother, also known as "America's mom," who has become one of the most visible social media personalities today.

[11/18/21 - 09:07 AM]
AMC+ Acquires Worldwide Premiere of "That Dirty Black Bag" from BRON and Palomar
Featuring an all-star ensemble cast led by Dominic Cooper and Douglas Booth, the eight-part series was filmed in Italy, Spain and Morocco and will make its exclusive U.S., Canadian, and Australian premieres on AMC+ in March/April 2022.

[11/18/21 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Bear Witness Take Action 3" - Official Trailer
Join us as #YouTubeBlack Creators take the mic and share their personal stories about race, culture and everything in between.

[11/18/21 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Drama Series "The Gilded Age" Debuts January 24
The nine-episode drama series stars an ensemble cast of Carrie Coon, Morgan Spector, Denée Benton, Louisa Jacobson, Taissa Farmiga, Blake Ritson, Simon Jones, Harry Richardson, Thomas Cocquerel, Jack Gilpin, with Cynthia Nixon and Christine Baranski.

[11/18/21 - 09:00 AM]
The 57th Academy of Country Music Awards to Be Livestreamed from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on March 7 Exclusively on Prime Video
Honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in country music, the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards will feature exciting performances, unprecedented collaborations, surprising moments, and more to be announced in the coming months.

[11/18/21 - 08:30 AM]
"Hailey's on It!", An Animated Comedy-Adventure Series About a Teen Who Must Overcome Her Fears in Order To Save the World, Greenlit by Disney Branded Television
Auli'i Cravalho, Manny Jacinto and Gary Anthony Williams star in the series, which is slated to debut in 2023.

[11/18/21 - 08:02 AM]
HGTV Property Pro Egypt Sherrod Teams Up with Builder Mike Jackson in Marriage and Business in New Series "Married to Real Estate"
In the eight-episode season, premiering Thursday, January 13, and available to stream on discovery+, Egypt and Mike will marry their considerable complementary talents to help families land a perfect home in their ideal neighborhood.

[11/18/21 - 08:00 AM]
New ABC News/Hulu Original "The Housewife & the Shah Shocker" Profiles Real Housewife Jen Shah and the Indictment for Her Alleged Involvement in a Telemarketing Scheme
"The Housewife & the Shah Shocker" begins streaming Monday, November 29, only on Hulu.

[11/18/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas" - Official Trailer - The Roku Channel
On her first holiday without her father, Zoey attempts to create a magical Christmas for her family just like the ones Mitch used to do.

[11/18/21 - 07:00 AM]
NBC Celebrates the Holiday Season with the Annual "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" on Wednesday, Dec. 1
Viewers will be treated to festive performances by Alessia Cara, Harry Connick Jr., Mickey Guyton, Norah Jones, Brad Paisley, Rob Thomas, Carrie Underwood and more.

[11/18/21 - 06:09 AM]
Video: "The Family That Sings Together: The Camargos" - Official Trailer - Netflix Brazil
Surrounded by family and friends, Zezé Di Camargo and daughter Wanessa spend time together and collaborate creatively in this exclusive reality series.

[11/18/21 - 06:01 AM]
TLC Announces the Return of Four Fan-Favorite Series in the First Quarter of 2022
"Darcey & Stacey," "Dr. Pimple Popper," "Doubling Down with the Derricos" and "Unexpected" are all due back.

[11/18/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Emily in Paris" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
More fun. More fashion. More faux pas. As Emily finds her footing in Paris, the fallout from a night of passion could send her stumbling into trouble.

[11/18/21 - 06:00 AM]
Prime Video and BBC One Reveal First-Look Images for the Upcoming Psychological Thriller "Chloe"
The six-episode series stars Erin Doherty, Billy Howle, Pippa Bennett-Warner, Jack Farthing, and Brandon Micheal Hall.

[11/18/21 - 05:31 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ and Mariah Carey Unveil Trailer for Holiday Spectacular "Mariah's Christmas: The Magic Continues," Set to Debut Globally on Friday, December 3
Carey is joined by Grammy-nominated worldwide artist Khalid and Grammy-winning legend Kirk Franklin as they bring the spirit of Christmas to fans around the world.

[11/18/21 - 04:01 AM]
Video: "Elite: Short Stories 2" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Patrick's trip to a cabin in the woods during Christmastime results in an unexpected but significant outcome.

[11/17/21 - 11:20 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, November 17
Updates include: USA Network to wrap "The Sinner" after four seasons; Netflix cancels newcomer "Zero Chill"; and Jacki Weaver cast in Apple's "Hello Tomorrow!"

[11/17/21 - 08:25 PM]
Video: "Pam & Tommy" Teaser - Hulu
Based on the true f**king scandal - "Pam & Tommy," starring Lily James, Sebastian Stan, and Seth Rogen premieres February 2, only on Hulu.

[11/17/21 - 07:01 PM]
Video: "The Whole Truth" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When two siblings stumble on a strange hole in the wall of their grandparents' house, horrifying incidents reveal sinister secrets about their family.

[11/17/21 - 02:45 PM]
Video: "Chrisley Knows Thanksgiving" - Official Trailer - Peacock Original
In the one-hour special, Julie Chrisley passes on her Thanksgiving recipes by teaching her children to cook timeless dishes - all while delivering that classic Chrisley humor, and of course - a little family competition.

[11/17/21 - 02:05 PM]
"A Million Little Things" Posts +250% Increase in L+7 Playback for 2nd Time This Season Among Adults 18-49
With another +250% lift this season, "A Million Little Things" tied its biggest playback increase ever among Adults 18-49.

[11/17/21 - 01:51 PM]
TBS Launches Winter Break - A New Holiday Programming Event Featuring Festive Classics and Fan-Favorite Holiday-Themed Episodes All Wrapped in a Good Time
Continuing the good times, TBS announced today that Amy Sedaris will voice Carla, The Abominable Snowmonster Host of TBS' Winter Break, a character that will be featured within its Winter Break programming event which began earlier this month.

[11/17/21 - 01:31 PM]
Paramount+ Reaches New Heights with Best Week Ever
The company added more than one million new subscribers, setting a new record for total signups since its rebrand.

[11/17/21 - 01:25 PM]
Video: "How I Met Your Father" Special Announcement - Hulu
Hilary Duff and the cast have a special announcement: the series premieres January 18, only on Hulu.

[11/17/21 - 01:08 PM]
Gory Monster Film "Death Valley" Comes to Shudder on December 9
Written and directed by Matthew Ninaber, who also appears as the frightening monster in the film, the adrenaline-fueled action horror stars his brother Jeremy Ninaber, Ethan Mitchell and Kristen Kaster.

[11/17/21 - 12:38 PM]
Video: Fans Can Indulge in a First-Look of the New Trailer from Peacock's "Baking It"
Hosted and executive produced by Andy Samberg and Maya Rudolph, all six-episodes will be available to stream Thursday, December 2 on Peacock.

[11/17/21 - 12:18 PM]
Video: "StarBeam: Beaming in the New Year" Trailer - Netflix Jr
It's a StarBeam bright and beaming New Year - celebrate with your favorite StarBeam friends!

[11/17/21 - 12:04 PM]
Laverne Cox to Host "Live from E!: 2021 People's Choice Awards" Multiplatform Red Carpet Experience
Cox will also lead the network's signature red carpet award season coverage beginning January 2022.

[11/17/21 - 12:03 PM]
Oxygen Gifts True Crime Afficianados Exactly What They Want This Year with New Seasons of "Homicide for the Holidays," "Real Murders of Orange County," "Killer Siblings," and "Buried in the Backyard" Premiering in December
The compelling cases include bone-chilling stories set in the wilds of the far northwest, sibling rivalry so contentious it ended in murder, killings that turned sunny SoCal into a much darker place, and winter murders that rendered the sweet holiday season sour.

[11/17/21 - 12:01 PM]
Randall Park to Star in a New Netflix Comedy Series That Takes Place Inside the Last Blockbuster Video in America
Vanessa Ramos is behind the project, which was originally set up at NBC.

[11/17/21 - 12:01 PM]
Video: AMC+ Releases Trailer for Highly Anticipated Drama "Anne Boleyn" Starring Jodie Turner-Smith as the Heroine Queen
The groundbreaking AMC+ Original Series will make its U.S. premiere beginning Thursday, December 9 with the two remaining episodes released on consecutive Thursdays.

[11/17/21 - 12:00 PM]
Bryan Noon Named President, Entertainment, Walt Disney Television
Noon, who most recently served as vice president of Original Series at Netflix, will lead a centralized business affairs and production organization, with teams embedded in each creative unit.

[11/17/21 - 12:00 PM]
Paramount+ Announces "Reno 911! The Hunt for QAnon" Special Will Premiere Thursday, Dec. 23
The special follows the deputies from the Reno Sheriff's Department as they get stuck at a QAnon convention at sea, ultimately escaping only to discover that they've landed at Jeffrey Epstein's old island.







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[02/27/26 - 01:28 PM]
Paramount to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery to Form Next-Generation Global Media and Entertainment Company
The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies and is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances and approval by WBD shareholders, with a vote expected in the early spring of 2026.

[02/27/26 - 12:30 PM]
The Jaw-Dropping Fifth and Final Season of Starz's Hit Drama Series, "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" Set to Premiere June 12
To date, the series has accumulated over 21 billion minutes viewed across all episodes and remains one of Starz's top-performing series.

[02/27/26 - 09:12 AM]
Team USA Hockey Olympic Gold Medalists Hilary Knight, Jack Hughes and Quinn Hughes to Appear Together on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on Monday, March 2
The episode will also feature guests Nicole Kidman, Luke Thompson and a cooking demo by Chef Mario Carbone.

[02/27/26 - 08:12 AM]
Paul Wesley Joins Season Three of Hit Apple TV Series "The Buccaneers"
Wesley will play the role as Frank, a mysterious but charming stranger who arrives into Nan and Mrs. St. George's world, turning it upside down.

[02/27/26 - 07:31 AM]
Peacock to Exclusively Stream Focus Features' "Hamnet" Beginning March 6
Directed by two-time Academy Award-winning director Chloé Zhao, the film tells the untold story behind one of Shakespeare's most memorable works and celebrates the power of imagination and the creative spirit.

[02/27/26 - 07:01 AM]
Prime Video Debuts First-Look Image of Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus On Set of New Series "God of War"
The series is co-produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios in association with PlayStation Productions and Tall Ship Productions, and has received a two-season order.

[02/27/26 - 06:01 AM]
Video: Netflix and Apple TV Join Forces to Stream Formula 1 Thrills
The entire new season of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" is now on Netflix globally and Apple TV in the U.S.

[02/26/26 - 08:46 PM]
"Dandelion": Netflix Adapts "Gintama" Creator Hideaki Sorachi's Debut Work into New Anime Series
Set within the Send-Off Department of the Japanese Angel Federation, Dandelion follows "Angels" Tetsuo Tanba and Misaki Kurogane as they scramble to track down Earthbound spirits - souls unable to move on and find peace - and gently guide them to pass on.

[02/26/26 - 06:01 PM]
Video: "Still Shining" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After falling in love as teens, two young adults drift apart - only to reunite 10 years later and confront their heartbreak, growth and new challenges.

[02/26/26 - 02:46 PM]
Netflix Declines to Raise Offer for Warner Bros.
"The transaction we negotiated would have created shareholder value with a clear path to regulatory approval. However, we've always been disciplined, and at the price required to match Paramount Skydance's latest offer, the deal is no longer financially attractive, so we are declining to match the Paramount Skydance bid," said co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters.

[02/26/26 - 02:19 PM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Soars to Season High with Best Audience in Over a Year
"Live" has now ranked as the No. 1 talk show in syndication for 157 consecutive weeks across all key measures.

[02/26/26 - 02:08 PM]
Britbox Unveils Spring Slate with "The Lady" Starring Mia McKenna-Bruce; Premieres March 18
Other highlights include the return of "Hope Street" and the debut of "Mudtown."

[02/26/26 - 01:36 PM]
Paramount Comments on Warner Bros. Discovery Board's Determination of Paramount's Proposal as Superior
David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Paramount, said: "We are pleased WBD's Board has unanimously affirmed the superior value of our offer, which delivers to WBD shareholders superior value, certainty and speed to closing."

[02/26/26 - 01:16 PM]
Warner Bros. Discovery Board of Directors Determines Revised Proposal from Paramount Skydance Constitutes a "Company Superior Proposal"
Under the terms of the Netflix merger agreement, this notice triggers a four business day period during which Netflix has the right to propose revisions to the Netflix merger agreement so that the PSKY proposal would cease to constitute a "Company Superior Proposal."

[02/26/26 - 01:00 PM]
FOX Television Network Renews Hit Joel McHale Series "Animal Control" for Season Five
In addition, the first three seasons of the series are currently streaming on Netflix, and the show has been sold in territories around the world.