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[04/21/22 - 11:07 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 21
Updates include: CBS opens writers' room for "The Great Game"; Reid Scott promoted to regular on Amazon's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"; and Raúl Esparza to return to NBC's "Law & Order: SVU."

[04/21/22 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "The Sound of Magic" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A magician living in an abandoned theme park makes troubles disappear, and hope reappear, for a disenchanted teen enduring harsh realities.

[04/21/22 - 02:45 PM]
ABC's "Abbott Elementary" Season Finale Ties a Series High in Adults 18-49
"Abbott Elementary" picked up an additional +3.1 million viewers over its initial Live+Same Day average to deliver 5.9 million Total Viewers on its season one finale with delayed multiplatform viewing.

[04/21/22 - 01:31 PM]
Freeform Announces New Cast for the Highly Anticipated "Cruel Summer" Season Two
Sadie Stanley will star as Megan Landry, a computer coder and honor student from a blue-collar family.

[04/21/22 - 12:03 PM]
Netflix Adds New Cast to Untitled Arnold Schwarzenegger Spy Adventure Series
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.

[04/21/22 - 11:31 AM]
Caroline Randall Williams Explores Both the Known and Untold History of Black Food in America in New discovery+ Series "Hungry for Answers"
All four episodes of the series will be available to stream on discovery+ beginning Wednesday, June 8.

[04/21/22 - 11:16 AM]
MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) to Air Live and Around The Globe in More Than 170 Countries on Sunday, August 28th
Returning to New Jersey's famed Prudential Center, this year's show will surprise and delight with show-stopping spectacles, epic performances and a fan filled audience to celebrate the biggest stars in music.

[04/21/22 - 11:11 AM]
Prime Video Becomes Streaming Home of Seattle Storm, Expanding Women's Sports Offerings
Approximately 30 Storm games will be available to Prime Video customers throughout Washington state.

[04/21/22 - 11:09 AM]
This May Stream "Hacks," "The Staircase," "The Time Traveler's Wife," "George Carlin's American Dream" and More on HBO Max
Newly announced return dates include "That Damn Michael Che" (May 26) and "Tig n' Seek" (May 26).

[04/21/22 - 11:00 AM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Premieres the Original Food Competition Series "The Great Soul Food Cook-Off" Friday, May 6
The six-episode, one-hour series debuts on OWN on Friday, May 6, and with new episodes every Friday through June 10.

[04/21/22 - 10:57 AM]
CBS Announces Season Finale Storylines for 2021-2022
CBS announced today the season finale storylines for 2021-2022, featuring extraordinary heroism, powerful family drama, surprising growing pains, jaw-dropping events and fond farewells.

[04/21/22 - 10:38 AM]
Lifetime Brings "Life & Crime Mondays" to Network with Night Dedicated to True Crime Stories with Orders for Three New Original Unscripted Series
"#TextMeWhenYouGetHome," "Sleeping with a Killer," "Phrogging: Hider in My House" and "Meet Marry Murder" are all on tap.

[04/21/22 - 10:06 AM]
Video: "A Perfect Pairing" Starring Victoria Justice & Adam Demos - Official Trailer - Netflix
To win over a major client, a go-getter LA wine exec signs on to work at an Australian sheep farm, where she sparks with a rugged and mysterious local.

[04/21/22 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "The Staircase" - Official Trailer - HBO Max
The eight-episode Max Original limited series, created by Antonio Campos, debuts Thursday, May 5 on HBO Max.

[04/21/22 - 09:59 AM]
The Explorers Club and Discovery Celebrate Their First Year of Partnership by Announcing New Grants, Diversity Initiatives, and a Brand-New Series to Honor Exploration and Field Sciences
With Josh Gates as guide, "Tales from the Explorers Club" will take viewers inside the headquarters of the legendary Explorers Club to relive the epic adventures of members who have pushed the bounds of human possibility.

[04/21/22 - 09:37 AM]
"God's Favorite Idiot" - First Look Photos & Date Announcement
Ben Falcone, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Bibb, Kevin Dunn, Usman Ally, Steve Mallory, Chris Sandiford, Ana Scotney, and Yanic Truesdale star in the Netflix series, due on June 15.

[04/21/22 - 09:18 AM]
Max Original Documentary "Menudo: Forever Young" Debuts June 23
The documentary will have its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Festival on June 11 in New York.

[04/21/22 - 09:18 AM]
FX's "The Old Man" Premieres Thursday, June 16
Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Thomas Perry, "The Old Man" centers on Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges), who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since.

[04/21/22 - 09:16 AM]
HGTV Renews "Houses with History" for a Second Season
The new season is slated to premiere in early 2023.

[04/21/22 - 09:11 AM]
"Straight Man," Starring Emmy-Nominated Bob Odenkirk, Gets AMC and AMC+ Series Order for 2023
The project was announced as fast-track development earlier this month in advance of AMC Networks' upfront event in New York City, and that turned out to be one fast track.

[04/21/22 - 09:01 AM]
Nickelodeon's "Nick News" Takes Viewers to Lviv, Ukraine, Where Kids Who Have Fled the Violence in Other Areas of the Country Endeavor to Create a Better Future, in Brand-New Episode Airing Wednesday, April 27
"These are unprecedented times and many kids around the world are living through unfathomable circumstances and yet rising above it all, said Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson.

[04/21/22 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Reveals Trailer for New True Crime Documentary "The Big Conn," Premiering Globally on Friday, May 6
All four parts of the series will premiere alongside an Apple TV+ Original companion podcast that will explore Conn's con and outrageous lifestyle further with additional interviews and behind-the-scenes details.

[04/21/22 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Drama Series "The Time Traveler's Wife" Debuts May 15
An intricate and magical love story, adapted by Steven Moffat from the much loved novel by Audrey Niffenegger and directed by David Nutter, "The Time Traveler's Wife" tells the story of Clare and Henry, and a marriage with a problem... time travel.

[04/21/22 - 08:59 AM]
The History Channel's Hit Survival Series "Alone" Returns for Season Nine on Thursday, May 26 at 9PM ET/PT
The series will be followed by season two of the nonfiction series "Kings of Pain" at 10:30/9:30c.

[04/21/22 - 08:58 AM]
UPtv Sets Premiere Dates for Three Upcoming Scripted Series
The network will premiere the new season of fan-favorite series "Heartland" on Thursday, May 19 followed by the U.S. debut of "Mystic" on Thursday, June 2 and miniseries "The Wedding Planners" on Friday, June 3.

[04/21/22 - 08:58 AM]
CNN+ Will Shut Down at the End of April
CNN+ customers "will receive prorated refunds of subscription fees," the company said.

[04/21/22 - 08:17 AM]
Hulu's Original Docu-Series "Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons" Premieres on Thursday, July 14th
Investigated with journalistic rigor, Matt Tyrnauer directs this searing and provocative exposé of the Victoria's Secret brand as well as their then CEO, the larger-than-life, enigmatic billionaire, Les Wexner.

[04/21/22 - 08:02 AM]
Video: "Dragons: The Nine Realms" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Hulu
New episodes begin streaming Thursday, May 5 on Hulu.

[04/21/22 - 07:36 AM]
Apple TV+ Partners with Idris Elba on New Thriller "Hijack"
Told in real time, "Hijack" is a tense, thriller that follows the journey of a hijacked plane as it makes its way to London over a seven hour flight, and authorities on the ground scramble for answers.

[04/21/22 - 06:16 AM]
Video: "Becoming Elizabeth" - Official Trailer - Starz
The series centers on young Elizabeth Tudor (Alicia von Rittberg), an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown.

[04/21/22 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Clark" - Official Trailer - Netflix
This is the unbelievable story of Clark Olofsson, the controversial criminal who inspired the term "Stockholm syndrome." Based on his truths and lies.

[04/21/22 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "Summertime" - Final Season - Official Trailer - Netflix
Another summer, another string of love triangles as the group navigates their passions and tests the boundaries of friendship.

[04/21/22 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "LOL - Last One Laughing Spain" - Season 2 - Official Trailer - Prime Video Spain
Carolina Iglesias and Silvia Abril present the second season, due on May 20.

[04/20/22 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, April 20
Updates include: Benjamin Bratt tapped for Peacock's "Poker Face"; Erika Christensen to star in ABC's "Will Trent"; and Matilda Lawler lands role in "The Santa Clause" at Disney+.

[04/20/22 - 01:01 PM]
Showtime Orders Limited Series "Fellow Travelers"
Emmy nominee and Critics Choice Award winner Matt Bomer will star in the limited series, which he will executive produce with Oscar nominee Ron Nyswaner and Robbie Rogers.

[04/20/22 - 10:08 AM]
"Dateline" Sold in More Than 90% of the U.S., As the Hit True Crime Series Returns for Its Sixth Season in National Syndication
The syndicated version of "Dateline" currently airs weekdays on stations from leading broadcast groups, recently adding several stations in top markets from the NBC Owned Television Stations group.

[04/20/22 - 10:06 AM]
The Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Return to Shudder Sunday, May 15
The ceremony, which recognizes outstanding achievements in horror film and television, will once again be hosted by actor and writer David Dastmalchian.

[04/20/22 - 10:02 AM]
Disney+ Original Series "Genius: MLK/X," From National Geographic, Taps Reggie Rock Bythewood and Gina Prince-Bythewood as Executive Producers, Joining Executive Producers Brian Grazer and Ron Howard
In a first for the franchise, the new season will focus on two iconic geniuses: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.

[04/20/22 - 10:01 AM]
Crown Media Family Networks Inks Multi-Picture Overall Deal with Taylor Cole
"I am beyond excited for what is in store next," said Cole. "Being able to continue creating such amazing stories is something that I hold near and dear to me. I am forever grateful for the work I get to do with Hallmark."

[04/20/22 - 09:44 AM]
Video: Showtime Debuts Trailer for Season Three of "Couples Therapy"
The acclaimed documentary series follows world-renowned psychologist and psychoanalyst Dr. Orna Guralnik as she guides couples through real-life therapy sessions.

[04/20/22 - 09:30 AM]
Paramount+ Unveils Stacked Lineup of Legendary Vets for an All-New Season of "The Challenge: All Stars"
For the first time ever, this all-new season requires past contestants to have qualified for or won a "Challenge" final, featuring the franchise's fiercest competitors from every era of the show.

[04/20/22 - 09:09 AM]
"Entre Nos: Carmen and Alfred" to Debut Friday, May 6, on HBO Max
Tune in to watch LA-based comedians Carmen Morales and Alfred Robles offer their peculiar advice on Latinidad, family and relationships.

[04/20/22 - 09:05 AM]
The History Channel Sets Memorial Day Premiere for New Series "The American Presidency with Bill Clinton" Debuting Monday, May 30 at 10:30PM ET/PT
The series is hosted, and executive produced by President Bill Clinton and explores the history of the American presidency and the struggle for a more perfect union across six, one-hour episodes.

[04/20/22 - 09:00 AM]
Apple TV+ Orders "Sago Mini Friends," A New Kids Animated Series Celebrating Gratitude Based on Award-Winning Sago Mini World App
The "Sago Mini Friends" series is an adorable nod to gratitude featuring Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit, and Robin the bird.

[04/20/22 - 08:33 AM]
"My Life with the Walter Boys" Begins Production and Announces Casting
Netflix's coming-of-age romance series based on the popular WattPad novel by Ali Novak, which has nearly 80 million reads, has begun production in Calgary and has a set series cast.

[04/20/22 - 07:00 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for Epic Natural History Event Series "Prehistoric Planet"
Set to debut globally on Apple TV+ from Monday, May 23 through Friday, May 27, the five-episode groundbreaking series will transport viewers 66 million years in the past to discover our world - and the dinosaurs that roamed it.

[04/20/22 - 06:36 AM]
Zak Bagans and the Ghost Adventures Team Help Homeowners in Crisis in "Ghost Adventures: House Calls" - A New Spinoff Series Launching Thursday, May 19 on discovery+
In this first-ever spinoff, the team responds to urgent calls for help from desperate homeowners whose lives have been thrust into turmoil from unexplained activity inside their private residences.

[04/20/22 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Welcome to Eden" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A group of young adults attend a party on a remote island, but the supposed paradise they find waiting for them is anything but.

[04/20/22 - 06:01 AM]
Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis Set to Co-Host and Executive Produce Roku Original "Honest Renovations" for The Roku Channel
Bringing a bold twist to the home improvement genre, "Honest Renovations" follows Alba and Mathis, as they help deserving families complete the home renovations of their dreams and confront issues about parenting through candid conversations.

[04/20/22 - 05:58 AM]
ESPN Films Short "Betsy & Irv" Debuts Today Exclusively on ESPN+
The documentary tells the story of Betsy Sailor, a Penn State alum who was sexually assaulted during her time at the school, and Irv Pankey, the unexpected hero who helped as she confronted a predator, an institution, and a justice system.







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[09/30/25 - 04:01 PM]
Free Solo Climber Alex Honnold to Climb 11th Tallest Building in the World in New Netflix Special "Skyscraper Live"
Named after its 101 floors, Taipei 101 is the tallest building in Taiwan and the 11th tallest in the world standing at 1,667 ft tall.

[09/30/25 - 03:44 PM]
ESPN and ABC Win College Football's Week 5; "College GameDay's" Most-Viewed Season Rolls On
ABC is off to its best start ever with 7.1 million average viewers per game, and the network has aired eight of the top 10 most-viewed games this season.

[09/30/25 - 02:22 PM]
Video: National Geographic Documentary Films Reveals Trailer for Critically Acclaimed "Love+War"
From Academy Award-winning directing-producing team Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, the film tells the extraordinary story of one of the world's most fearless visual journalists as she captures the raw realities of conflict across multiple war zones while balancing motherhood.

[09/30/25 - 02:08 PM]
Packers-Cowboys OT Thriller Averages 26.9 Million Viewers on NBC & Peacock, As NBC Sports Opens with Best Four-Week Audience Average in 20 Seasons of NBC "SNF"
The audience peaked at 29.9 million viewers in the second quarter (9-9:15 p.m. ET).

[09/30/25 - 01:16 PM]
Video: "Grey's Anatomy" - Season 22 Official Trailer
Watch the premiere October 9 on ABC, and stream on Hulu.

[09/30/25 - 01:05 PM]
Lifetime Unveils Two New Movies from Grammy Award-Winning Singer, Actress and Entrepreneur Toni Braxton as Part of Her Production Deal with Lifetime / A+E Global Media
Set to premiere Saturday, November 22, "He Wasn't Man Enough" stars Braxton alongside NAACP Image Award nominee Essence Atkins and Emmy nominee Yvette Nicole Brown.

[09/30/25 - 12:41 PM]
"Be My Guest with Ina Garten" Returns with Visits from Tina Fey, Christine Baranski, Itzhak Perlman and Daniel Roseberry
In each episode, Ina welcomes a well-known friend to her barn for a fun-filled day of cooking and chatting.

[09/30/25 - 12:13 PM]
ID Presents Its Fourth Annual No Excuse for Abuse Campaign This October, Anchored by the Documentary Premiere of "Hunted by My Husband: The Untold Story of the DC Sniper"
The two-hour special premieres on Tuesday, October 28 from 9-11pm ET/PT.

[09/30/25 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of September 22: "Wayward" Lures Viewers at No. 1, "KPop Demon Hunters" Sets Top 10 Record
New on Netflix this week is "House of Guinness," a historical drama series created by Steven Knight, which debuted at No. 3 on the English TV list with 5.2 million views.

[09/30/25 - 10:24 AM]
"High Potential" Season Premiere Vaults to Nearly 16 Million in First Week Across Platforms
This marks ABC's best season premiere for a drama among Total Viewers in five years.

[09/30/25 - 10:14 AM]
Video: Hulu Exclusive "Family Guy" Halloween Special Trailer and Key Art Debut
The Hulu exclusive special episode will premiere Monday, October 6 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

[09/30/25 - 10:09 AM]
Video: Prime Video Unveils Explosive Trailer for "Hollywood Hustler: Glitz, Glam, Scam" with a Look Inside Hollywood's Over $650+ Million Fraud Scheme
The series will debut on October 17, in over 240 countries and territories.

[09/30/25 - 10:01 AM]
Netflix Gives Fans a First Look at Reverse Mountain in "One Piece" Season 2
Netflix's epic high-seas pirate adventure returns for Season 2 - unleashing fiercer adversaries and the most perilous quests yet.

[09/30/25 - 09:21 AM]
BravoCon 2025 Lifts the Curtain to Reveal Stacked Schedule and Star-Studded Lineup for Las Vegas Return Nov. 14-16
As the exclusive streaming home of BravoCon, Peacock will deliver its most robust coverage yet - giving fans at home unprecedented access to the weekend's buzzy reunions, breaking news, and must-see moments.

[09/30/25 - 09:04 AM]
Versant Announces Media Rights Agreement to Broadcast WNBA Games
As part of the multi-year agreement which runs through 2036, USA Network will present at least 50 WNBA games annually, including coverage of the WNBA Playoffs and WNBA Finals games in select years beginning in 2026.