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[10/10/23 - 03:28 PM]
ESPN's "Monday Night Football" Generates a Record Audience with More than 17.4 Million Viewers in Week 5
The audience peaked at 18.8 million (9-9:15 p.m.), and for two hours "Monday Night Football" averaged 18.1 million viewers (9-11 p.m.).

[10/10/23 - 02:51 PM]
"Tamron Hall" Is the Only Daytime Talk Show to Improve Week to Week and Year to Year in All Key Measures
On Monday (9/25/23), "Tamron Hall" turned in its strongest single-day telecast in Total Viewers (1.180 million) in 5 months.

[10/10/23 - 02:50 PM]
ABC News' 'Nightline' Ranks No. 1 in All Key Demographics - Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49
On Monday (10/2/23), "Nightline" scored its most-watched telecast (1.271 million) in 16 months - since 6/8/22.

[10/10/23 - 01:00 PM]
Ryan Sharkey Named Senior Vice President, Programming and Content Strategy for The CW Network
Most recently, Sharkey served as SVP, Content Acquisitions for NBCUniversal where he curated programming across the NBCUniversal cable networks, broadcast TV and streaming portfolio.

[10/10/23 - 10:12 AM]
HBO Original Documentary "The Insurrectionist Next Door," A Film by Alexandra Pelosi, Debuts October 15
In her 15th HBO documentary film, Alexandra Pelosi turns her camera on some of the people who stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

[10/10/23 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Love Is Blind" Season 5: The Reunion - Announcement - Netflix
Hoping to find their future fiancés by talking through walls, a new group of men and women braves twists, turns and triangles in search of true love.

[10/10/23 - 09:13 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Oct. 2: "Beckham" and "Lupin" Debut at #1; "Nowhere" Enters Most Popular List
Season 4 of the coming-of-age series "Sex Education" stayed strong at #2 (6.6M views) while Season 5 of "Love Is Blind" came in at #3 (3.7M views).

[10/10/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Krishnas: Gurus. Karma. Murder." - Official Trailer - Peacock Original
When an Indian Swami gives a lost generation of Americans a new message of love, the Hare Krishna religion is born.

[10/10/23 - 09:01 AM]
Netflix and Shondaland Acquire Worldwide Rights to "Black Barbie: A Documentary"
A work-in-progress cut of the film premiered to critical acclaim at SXSW 2023.

[10/10/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "The Gilded Age" Season 2 - Official Trailer - HBO
The American Gilded Age was a period of immense economic change, of great conflict between the old ways and brand new systems, and of huge fortunes made and lost.

[10/10/23 - 08:25 AM]
The Belles Are Back with the Return of OWN's Unscripted Series, "Belle Collective," Friday, November 10 at 9 PM EST
The series continues to spotlight six successful and glamorous Southern women who make things happen in their tight-knit community of Jackson, Mississippi and beyond.

[10/10/23 - 07:09 AM]
Video: BET+ Original - "Kingdom Business" - Season 2 Official Trailer
Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin and Serayah are back for a new season, premiering November 2 on BET+.

[10/10/23 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Pain Hustlers" - Emily Blunt + Chris Evans - Official Trailer - Netflix
A broke but ambitious single mom lands a lucrative opportunity in pharma sales, but how far will she go to turn a potent new painkiller into a success?

[10/10/23 - 07:01 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for Original Series "Lawmen: Bass Reeves"
The anthology series stars executive producer and Emmy Award nominee David Oyelowo, Lauren E. Banks, Demi Singleton, Forrest Goodluck, Emmy Award winner Barry Pepper, Honorary Oscar recipient Donald Sutherland and Emmy Award nominee Dennis Quaid.

[10/10/23 - 06:30 AM]
Roku Originals Lands "The Spiderwick Chronicles," Based on Best-Selling Book Series, From Paramount Television Studios & 20th Television
"The Spiderwick Chronicles" follows the coming-of-age story of the Grace Family, as they move from New York to Michigan and into their family's ancestral home.

[10/09/23 - 02:59 PM]
Cowboys-49ers on NBC and Peacock Is Most-Watched Week 5 "Sunday Night Football" Game Ever, Averaging 26.1 Million Viewers
For the season, NBC's "Sunday Night Football" is averaging 23.8 million viewers - "SNF's" second-best average ever through Week 5 (trailing only the record 2015 season), and up 14% from last season at this point.

[10/09/23 - 01:19 PM]
"Loki" Season 2 Is the Second Most Viewed Season Premiere on Disney+ This Year with 10.9 Million Views After Three Days
The debut of the Marvel Studios series - which returned last Thursday - was behind only the season three premiere of "The Mandalorian," which hit Disney+ in March.

[10/09/23 - 01:01 PM]
"Shohei Ohtani: Beyond the Dream" Debuts November 17 on ESPN+
Featuring an unprecedented in-depth series of interviews with Ohtani and the coaches, players, managers and mentors that have influenced him, the documentary takes an introspective look at Ohtani's illustrious career.

[10/09/23 - 01:01 PM]
Captivating and Astonishing Landmark Natural History Series, "Planet Earth III," Set to Premiere on Saturday, November 4 on BBC America and AMC+
This spellbinding series will feature never before seen behavior, and dive deep into the stories and animal characters which reflect the new challenges that wildlife face in our modern, crowded world.

[10/09/23 - 11:37 AM]
TLC's "90 Day: The Last Resort" and "90 Day Fiance: The Other Way" Lead as Cable's #1 and #2 Non-Sports Telecasts with Key Women Demos
TLC was the #1 primetime network without sports in cable television on Monday, October 2 with W25-54 for the 7th consecutive week.

[10/09/23 - 11:01 AM]
Peacock Releases December 8 Premiere Date and First Look Images for "Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie"
Caitlin McGee and James Purefoy will join returning cast members Tony Shalhoub, Ted Levine, Jason Gray-Stanford, Traylor Howard, Melora Hardin and Hector Elizondo.

[10/09/23 - 10:07 AM]
Baz Luhrmann's "Faraway Downs" to World Premiere at Inaugural SXSW Sydney
The film, told in six chapters, will premiere all at once on Hulu in the United States, Star+ in Latin America and on Disney+ in all other territories on November 26, 2023.

[10/09/23 - 10:00 AM]
discovery+ and ID Highlights - Weeks of October 16 and October 23
Concurrent premieres include newcomers "Crimefeed" and "Evil Lives Here: The Killer Speaks."

[10/09/23 - 09:02 AM]
The Animated Classic "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" Comes to Disney+ in an All-New, Stunning 4K Restoration
The feature film that started it all, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," comes to Disney+ in a beautiful 4K restoration October 16, in celebration of The Walt Disney Company's 100th anniversary.

[10/09/23 - 09:01 AM]
ID Onboards Nancy Grace as the Host of New Topical Series, "Crimefeed"
The series will dig into the top true crime stories of the moment as they unfold in real time.

[10/09/23 - 08:15 AM]
FOX Sports Films and Religion of Sports Announce New Original Documentary "The Game That Changed Everything: Yankees vs. Red Sox '04 ALCS" Premiering October 18 on FS1
The film chronicles the unforgettable Major League Baseball (MLB) American League Championship Series (ALCS) matchup between storied rivals the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox that led to the historic curse-breaking Boston title win in 2004.

[10/09/23 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "The Crown" Season 6 - Date Announcement - Netflix
The Windsors face a reckoning as Diana, no longer a member of the royal family, continues to captivate the public in the weeks before her tragic death.

[10/08/23 - 08:30 AM]
ESPN Films' "Candace Parker: Unapologetic" About WNBA Superstar to Debut November 12 at 9 p.m. on ESPN
Directed by award-winning Joie Jacoby, the wide-ranging, revealing, and at times intimate film will cover Parker's journey through basketball and life.

[10/06/23 - 11:26 PM]
Development Update: Week of October 2-6
Updates include: FOX axes "Welcome to Flatch" after two seasons; Paramount+ cancels "iCarly" reboot series; and Max's "Sort Of" to end with upcoming season.

[10/06/23 - 02:01 PM]
The Final Season of "Vikings: Valhalla" Is Coming
The epic conclusion sets sail in 2024.

[10/06/23 - 10:35 AM]
"The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon" Becomes #1 Most-Viewed Premiere and Season in AMC+ History
Sunday's fourth episode of season one delivered season high ratings on AMC in total viewers and both key demos, capping three successive weeks of viewership growth.

[10/06/23 - 09:56 AM]
Food Network Ushers in the Holidays with 50+ Hours of Festive Series
"Beat Bobby Flay: Holiday Throwdown," "Christmas Cookie Challenge," "Holiday Baking Championship" and "Holiday Wars" are among the returning series.

[10/06/23 - 09:32 AM]
Video: FX's "American Horror Stories" - First Look New Key Art & Official Teaser
The four episode Huluween event premieres October 26 exclusively on Hulu.

[10/06/23 - 09:00 AM]
Netflix Renews "Castlevania: Nocturne" for a Second Season
In its first five days, the video game adaptation reached Netflix's Top 10 English TV List during the week of October 1.

[10/06/23 - 08:00 AM]
ID's "Lost Women of Highway 20" and "Feds" from Executive Producer Octavia Spencer Set Premiere Dates
The former bows Sunday, November 5 at 9:00/8:00c while the latter kicks off Wednesday, November 8 at 10:00/9:00c.

[10/06/23 - 06:39 AM]
FOX Sports Sets Postseason Lineup Led by Hall of Famers, World Champions and Lauded Broadcasters
FOX Sports begins its Postseason coverage Saturday, October 7 at 1:00 PM ET on FS1, FOX Deportes and the FOX Sports app as the Texas Rangers face the Baltimore Orioles.

[10/06/23 - 05:01 AM]
Disney+ Original Series "Culprits" Premieres Exclusively on Wednesday, November 8
"Culprits" kicks off where most crime stories end: after a high-stakes heist, when the crew of elite criminals have gone their separate ways and have tried to leave their old lives behind.

[10/06/23 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "Romancero" - Official Trailer - Prime Video Spain
Cornelia and Jordán escape from the forces of the law, as well as supernatural creatures and themselves.

[10/06/23 - 01:01 AM]
Video: "Ferry: The Series" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Desperate for funds, Ferry Bouman stumbles upon a golden opportunity when a high-profile bust leaves a vacant position among Brabant's top dealers.

[10/06/23 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "Creature" - Official Teaser 2 - Netflix
When tragedy befalls a reckless scientist in Ottoman-era Istanbul, his student uses untested methods to finish his work - with devastating consequences.

[10/05/23 - 01:00 PM]
"Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen" - New Three-Part Series Premieres Sundays, December 3-17, 2023
In her new three-part series, popular British historian Lucy Worsley turns her powers of investigation to the mysterious figure of Agatha Christie, uncovering the story of one of the most famous, complex - and misunderstood - women of the 20th century.

[10/05/23 - 12:01 PM]
"Wipeout" Returns to TBS Tuesday, November 7 Featuring Hosts John Cena and Nicole Byer
New season two challenges include the "Ding Dong Damage" trap door, the "Face Time with Nicole" heavy hammer, and the "Backboned" moving bridge.

[10/05/23 - 11:00 AM]
2024 "CMT Music Awards" to Air Live from Moody Center in Austin, Texas on Sunday, April 7, on CBS
The 2023 broadcast reached 6.18 million viewers, up 5% from the 2022 telecast.

[10/05/23 - 10:19 AM]
Bravo Has Just What the Doctor Ordered as "Married to Medicine" Season 10 Premieres Sunday, Nov. 5 at 9:15 P.M. ET/PT
Returning this season are Dr. Jacqueline Walters, Dr. Simone Whitmore, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Toya Bush Harris and Quad Webb.

[10/05/23 - 10:07 AM]
Bleacher Report (B/R) Sports Add-On Tier Is Available on Max Today
The Add-On features a full slate of premium sports events from MLB, NHL, NBA, NCAA Men's March Madness, U.S. Soccer events, and more.

[10/05/23 - 10:00 AM]
"Boldly Be" with "Star Trek" and Kid Cudi
The collaboration will launch on October 12 at the start of New York Comic Con with the release of an original Kid Cudi song inspired by "Star Trek" titled "Heaven's Galaxy."

[10/05/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Unicorn Academy" New Series Trailer - Netflix After School
The new series arrives on November 2 only on Netflix.

[10/05/23 - 09:01 AM]
The History Channel to Premiere "Kennedy" Narrated by Peter Coyote & Featuring New Interviews with Conan O'Brien, Kennedy Family Members & More on November 18
The following three episodes air Sunday, November 19 and the final two air Monday, November 20 at 8:00/7:00c.

[10/05/23 - 09:01 AM]
Paramount+ Announces "De La Calle" to Premiere November 7
The series premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Festival and is executive produced, co-created and hosted by award-winning journalist Nick Barili.

[10/05/23 - 08:46 AM]
MLB on TBS to Be Exclusive Home of 2023 NLDS & NLCS
Bob Costas and Ron Darling will provide commentary for the series, with reporter Lauren Shehadi.







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[11/12/26 - 07:01 AM]
Disney Entertainment Announces New Interactive Experience from Hulu and the Escape Game Inspired by Season 6 of "Only Murders in the Building," Opening Dec. 9 in New York
"Only Murders in London" returns December 8 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally.

[11/12/26 - 07:01 AM]
Apple TV Unveils First Look at "She's Fine," New Comedy Starring and Executive Produced by Elizabeth Banks
The 10-episode season premieres globally on Apple TV on Wednesday, January 27, 2027 with the first two episodes, followed by one episode every Wednesday until March 24, 2027.

[11/12/26 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Ray Gunn" - Official Trailer #2 - Netflix
Starring Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Waits, Bobby Cannavale, Alan Tudyk, Matt Berry, Michelle Rodriguez, and more.

[11/12/26 - 02:01 AM]
Video: "Maestro in Blue" Season 4 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The fourth and final season premieres December 18, only on Netflix.

[11/12/26 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "Russell Brand: Open Secret" - Announcement - Netflix
From comedy stardom to a criminal trial, this documentary charts Russell Brand's meteoric rise and steep fall following allegations of sexual offenses.

[11/11/26 - 04:44 PM]
"Jimmy Kimmel Live" Ranks No. 1 in Late Night Every Week This Season
On Tuesday, "Jimmy Kimmel Live" marked the midterm elections with a special airing that garnered 2.38 million Total Viewers and shot to a 0.32 rating among Adults 18-49.

[11/11/26 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Announces "The Twilight Between Us," a New Period Romance Epic From the Makers of "When Life Gives You Tangerines" and "Queen of Tears"
The romance-action period drama follows Mu-yeong and Su-ryeon, heirs to two houses locked in a century-long feud, who are forced into marriage by royal decree - a union intended by the king to end generations of conflict, but one that soon spirals in unforeseen directions.

[11/11/26 - 12:01 PM]
NBC Gets Lit for the Holidays with "Christmas with Snoop"
The star-studded holiday party features appearances and musical performances from Wayne Brady, Kristin Chenoweth, Adam Devine, Anelise Foxx, Jamie Foxx, Jane Handcock, October London, Craig Robinson, Nicole Scherzinger, Gwen Stefani and Martha Stewart.

[11/11/26 - 12:00 PM]
FOX Powers Into Winter 2027 with Global Franchise "Baywatch," Compelling New Drama "The Interrogator" and a Standout Lineup of Returning Hits
Newly announced return dates include "The Masked Singer" (January 6), "Extracted" (January 7), "Murder in a Small Town" (February 1), "Memory of a Killer" (February 1), and "Next Level Chef" (February 18).

[11/11/26 - 11:02 AM]
FX's "Adults" Renewed for Third Season
The renewal of the breakout ensemble comedy from Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw comes as Kronengold and Shaw have also set a new overall deal with FX Productions.

[11/11/26 - 11:01 AM]
Trisha Paytas Is Playing Matchmaker in New Tubi Original Dating Series "Don't Date Alone with Trisha Paytas"
Each 30-minute episode follows one best friend as they vet three potential matches for their queer friend in a vibrant luxury setting, with help from none other than Trisha herself.

[11/11/26 - 11:01 AM]
Top 10 Most-Watched Prime Original Films & Series for the Week of November 2
"The Terminal List," "Campus Drivers," "Carrie," "Reacher," and "The Greatest" led all original series worldwide.

[11/11/26 - 10:29 AM]
FOX Entertainment Studios, Moriah Media, and Gal Gadot & Jaron Varsano's Pilot Wave Team Up for "Don't Feed the Lion" Screen Adaptation
Published by Arcadia Children's Books, "Don't Feed the Lion" follows Theo Kaplan, a 13-year-old soccer co-captain, his younger sister Annie and their classmate Gabe as their lives are upended when Theo's soccer hero posts an antisemitic message online that goes viral.

[11/11/26 - 10:04 AM]
Game On! Discovery Channel's All-New "Men v. Food" Kicks Off Tuesday, December 8 at 9PM ET/PT with a Towering Burger Challenge of Epic Proportions
Touching down in some of America's biggest football cities, the pair go head-to-head in the ultimate eating competitions as they tackle towering dishes and colossal creations in the battle for food glory.

[11/11/26 - 10:01 AM]
Polymarket UFC 334: Gane vs. Hokit Streaming Live on Paramount+ from Madison Square Garden This Saturday, November 14
Newly crowned undisputed UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane (14-2, 1 NC) makes his first title defense against No. 4-ranked contender Josh Hokit (10-0).