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[05/31/24 - 11:41 PM]
Development Update: Week of May 27-31
Updates include: Paramount+ shutters "Dungeons & Dragons" series; Charlie Hunnam, Adria Arjona to lead Amazon's "Criminal"; and Acorn TV's "The Chelsea Detective" starts third season.

[05/31/24 - 01:15 PM]
"Air" to Make Broadcast Debut June 11 on ABC
From award-winning director Ben Affleck, "Air" reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike's fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand.

[05/31/24 - 12:53 PM]
The CW Sets Return of "Masters of Illusion," "World's Funniest Animals" for Thursday, June 20
Look for said duo back-to-back starting at 9:00/8:00c.

[05/31/24 - 12:08 PM]
Disney+ Anthology Series "Goosebumps" Adds Recurring Cast Arjun Athalye, Stony Blyden, Sakina Jaffrey, Eloise Payet, Christopher Paul Richards and Kyra Tantao
The previously announced series regular cast includes David Schwimmer, Ana Ortiz, Sam McCarthy, Jayden Bartels, Elijah Cooper, Galilea La Salvia and Francesca Noel.

[05/31/24 - 10:31 AM]
"Saturday Night Live" Was the #1 Entertainment Series Across Broadcast and Cable for the 2023-24 Season in the 18-49 Demo
The top-rated telecast of the season in total viewers was the Ryan Gosling/Chris Stapleton episode on April 13, 2024, with 8.9 million.

[05/31/24 - 09:30 AM]
CBS Finales Dominate in Live+7 Viewership
CBS' May finales experienced significant increases with Live+7 Day viewing, currently having 16 of the top 25 shows with the highest seven-day lift.

[05/31/24 - 09:00 AM]
Max Original Comedy Special "Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go" Debuts June 13
Actress, comedian, and star of the Emmy-winning Max Original comedy series "Hacks," Hannah Einbinder takes the stage at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles for her first stand-up special.

[05/31/24 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Juanpis Gonzalez: The People's President" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When a spoiled Colombian snob becomes president through money and connections, he finds staying in power takes more than he expected.

[05/30/24 - 08:01 PM]
"Master of the House" Unveils a Scandalous Tale of Power and Greed on July 18
The mysterious death of Asia's largest diamond tycoon sets the stage for the series, premiering on July 18.

[05/30/24 - 06:01 PM]
Video: "The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse" - Official Trailer #2 - Netflix
As a prophecy of doom unfolds upon the peaceful land of Britannia, a pure-hearted boy sets out on a journey of discovery - and revenge.

[05/30/24 - 04:55 PM]
Bill Skarsgard Cast in the Max Original Series "Welcome to Derry" (wt), Reprising His Role as Pennywise from "It" and "It Chapter Two"
Just when you thought your nightmares were over...

[05/30/24 - 04:02 PM]
"Son of a Donkey" Brings Back Theo and Nathan Saidden in New Series for Netflix and Princess Pictures
The Saiddens will write, direct, produce and star in the series also produced by Princess Pictures for Netflix.

[05/30/24 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Announces New Romance Series from Japan Starring: Shun Oguri, Han Hyo-Joo, Yuri Nakamura, and Jin Akanishi
"Romantic Anonymous" (wt) is currently in production and will be coming to Netflix in 2025.

[05/30/24 - 02:16 PM]
Interest Rates Are at an All-Time High as Season 15 of Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles" Returns Wednesday, July 10 at 9 P.M. ET/PT
Returning for Season 15 are agents Josh and Heather Altman, Josh Flagg and Tracy Tutor.

[05/30/24 - 02:06 PM]
HBO, NFL Films, and the Chicago Bears Announce "Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears," A New Season of the Groundbreaking Sports Reality Series, Debuting August 6
General manager Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus will be at the helm, guiding 2024's first overall draft pick, quarterback Caleb Williams, 2024's ninth overall pick, wide receiver Rome Odunze, and an array of veteran players including DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Jaylon Johnson, and Montez Sweat.

[05/30/24 - 02:02 PM]
Apple TV+ to Premiere Season Two of Drama Series "Pachinko" on August 23
Season two of "Pachinko" will premiere globally on Friday, August 23 with one episode, followed by one episode weekly every Friday through October 11.

[05/30/24 - 01:31 PM]
"The Vince Staples Show" Renewed for Season 2
Who's Vince Staples? Well, that's a tricky question. He's kind of famous, but he's not. He's kind of rich, but he's not. He's also kind of a criminal. But he's... not? Follow him on his daily adventures, where anything that can go wrong usually does.

[05/30/24 - 12:00 PM]
Animated Series "Kevin" Ordered by Prime Video
The animated comedy is executive produced and written by Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, the latter also serving as showrunner.

[05/30/24 - 11:50 AM]
SEC Network Commemorates New-Look SEC with Comprehensive 2024 College Football Slate
New this year is the debut of a new scheduling format for SEC games across all ESPN platforms, with the opportunity for teams and fans to know approximate start times for the entire season.

[05/30/24 - 11:38 AM]
Defending Champion Michigan Wolverines Begin Title Defense August 31 in Debut of "Big Ten Saturday Night" on NBC and Peacock, as NBC Sports Kicks Off College Football Season with Packed Big Ten and Notre Dame Slate
All eight games over the first three weeks of the season will stream live on Peacock, including four games exclusively.

[05/30/24 - 11:33 AM]
ESPN Platforms' Premier College Football Presentation Features Storied Rivalries, High-Octane Conference Clashes and Star-Studded Showdowns
A 70-game slate is set for Week 1, beginning Thursday, August 29 through Labor Day Monday.

[05/30/24 - 11:15 AM]
Horror Franchise "Saw" Is Coming to Hulu on June 1
As it celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, Hulu pays homage to the infamous serial killer John Kramer, also known as the "Jigsaw Killer," one of cinema's most memorable villains.

[05/30/24 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "House of Heat" - Official Trailer - A Tubi Original
A group of sexy adult content creators move in together to help grow each other's businesses. And in this house, they better bring the heat!

[05/30/24 - 10:40 AM]
Food Network Brings the Heat This Summer with Bobby Flay-Led Series "Bobby's Triple Threat" and "BBQ Brawl"
The former will now return on Tuesday, July 9 at 9:00/8:00c.

[05/30/24 - 10:15 AM]
"Bet," A Live-Action Adaptation of the Thriller Manga "Kakegurui" Is Now in Production in Toronto Led by Showrunner Simon Barry
In the Netflix series, a boarding school for the global elite where underground gambling determines the social hierarchy is upended by the arrival of a mysterious transfer student.

[05/30/24 - 10:02 AM]
"The Bear" Sets Season One Marathon on the FX Linear Channel
The hit comedy series available to viewers of the FX linear channel for the first time ever with a special marathon beginning Sunday, June 2.

[05/30/24 - 10:00 AM]
Max Renews Emmy Award-Winning Comedy Series "Hacks" for a Fourth Season
The release episodes 307 and 308 marked a new daily high for the series' overall viewership.

[05/30/24 - 09:41 AM]
ESPN Films Acquires "Motorcycle Mary", A Thrilling New Short Documentary on the Life of Motorsports Pioneer Mary McGee
The film tells the untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.k.a. "Motorcycle Mary", whose racing career spanned thirty years and saw her shatter gender norms while mastering multiple racing disciplines.

[05/30/24 - 09:32 AM]
Hallmark Media Develops New Limited Unscripted Series "Hallmark Christmas Cruise" (wt)
Cameras will follow the second sailing from November 17-21, capturing the magic of the cruise through the eyes of the most passionate fans as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

[05/30/24 - 09:13 AM]
BBC Announces Further Casting for the Return of "The Night Manager"
Diego Calva, Camila Morrone, Indira Varma, Paul Chahidi and Hayley Squires join Tom Hiddleston in series two.

[05/30/24 - 09:02 AM]
Video: "Moonflower Murders" Trailer
Lesley Manville and Tim McMullan star in the series, premiering Sunday, September 15 on PBS.

[05/30/24 - 09:01 AM]
Heat Up Your Summer with Five Returning Dramas on PBS and Bingeable Favorites on PBS Passport
This summer, PBS will have audiences dusting off their detective hats and trying on their "roaring 20s'" attire, as familiar faces return and new characters emerge in mysteries with shocking revelations and unexpected twists.

[05/30/24 - 09:01 AM]
"Serpientes y Escaleras", The New Comedy Series That Will Reunite Manolo Caro and Cecilia Suarez, Starts Production
In this story, filmed in Guadalajara, Cecilia will play a teacher who gets involved in a fight between two students, and what seems to be an insignificant event will completely change her life.

[05/30/24 - 09:00 AM]
Nickelodeon's "The Loud House" Goes Undercover in All-New Animated Movie, "No Time to Spy: A Loud House Movie," Premiering Friday, June 21
An extension of the Emmy Award-winning animated series, the super-sleuth adventure follows the Loud family as they jump into more hilarious stunts and sticky situations.

[05/30/24 - 08:59 AM]
Starz Announces September 13 Premiere Date for "Three Women" and Unveils a New Look at the Highly Anticipated Limited Series
Newly released imagery showcases each of the women whose stories are explored in this riveting drama.

[05/30/24 - 08:08 AM]
"Expedition Unknown" Returns June 19 at 9PM on Discovery Channel
In the two-part season premiere, Josh is on the hunt for the lost tomb of Alexander the Great, the conqueror who ruled over one of the largest empires in history until his untimely demise.

[05/30/24 - 08:08 AM]
New Bounce TV Comedy Series "Mind Your Business" Premieres Saturday, June 1, at 8 p.m. ET
The half-hour situation comedy tells the story of the Williams family, which is in the business of celebrating some of life's most significant occasions with its event and party space in Chicago.

[05/30/24 - 08:03 AM]
Jay Ellis Is Joining Kate Hudson on the Court in "Running Point" - The Upcoming Sports Comedy Series from Executive Producer Mindy Kaling
Ellis stars as a former player and now seasoned Head Coach of the LA Waves whose zen-like approach has led the team to multiple championships.

[05/30/24 - 08:01 AM]
Mattel Television Studios Announces New Animated Series, "Barbie Mysteries: The Great Horse Chase" to Debut on Netflix This Fall
Featuring an all-new animation style and storyline, the series will consist of eight 25-minute episodes.

[05/30/24 - 08:01 AM]
"Houses of Horror: Secrets of College Greek Life" Premieres Monday, August 12 at 9pm ET/PT
The new A&E series, originally scheduled for May 27, exposes the dark side of Greek Row and its impact on some of the young men and women who participate.

[05/30/24 - 07:31 AM]
Max Amplifies Pride Month with Uplifting LGBTQ+ Storytelling, Partnerships, Content and Events
Throughout the month, Max will be updating the LGBTQ+ Voices page with fresh new curations including "Presenting with Pride," "Pride in Every Story," "Beyond the Binary," and "Queer Film Club," custom artwork, and more to celebrate Pride Month globally.

[05/30/24 - 07:01 AM]
The Netflix Reality Universe Expands with a Sizzling Lineup of New Unscripted Shows, Fan-Favorite Renewals and Games
"Once again, Netflix offers an unmatched variety of unscripted programming that pushes boundaries with bold new formats and captivating stories to entertain members across the globe," said Jeff Gaspin, VP of Unscripted Series at Netflix.

[05/30/24 - 07:01 AM]
Prime Video's "We Were Liars" Based on the Successful YA Novel Casts Their "Liars"
Emily Alyn Lind, Shubham Maheshwari, Esther MacGregor and Joseph Zada are among the latest additions.

[05/30/24 - 06:01 AM]
Video: Minecraft Series - Official Announcement - Netflix
The best selling game of all time and the biggest streamer in the world are teaming up to bring you a brand new Minecraft Netflix animated series.

[05/29/24 - 10:31 PM]
Video: "Kota Factory" Season 3 - Date Announcement - Jitendra Kumar, Ahsaas Channa, Mayur More, Revathi Pillai
"Kota Factory" returns, but when? Read Jeetu Bhaiya's question, your time starts now.

[05/29/24 - 08:02 PM]
Netflix Greenlights Next Iteration of the "Life on Our Planet" Series Franchise
The new, four-episode untitled documentary series will tell the story of the rise and fall of the dinosaurs - where they came from, why they mattered, how they evolved and how they met their ultimate fate.

[05/29/24 - 08:01 PM]
Video: "The Umbrella Academy" - Final Season - Official Teaser Trailer - Netflix
It's the final timeline. Season 4 premieres August 8 on Netflix.

[05/29/24 - 05:28 PM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Is the No. 1 Daytime Talk Show Among Total Viewers, Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
For the 5th season in a row, "Live with Kelly and Mark" leads daytime talk in Women 25-54 (0.51 rating) while also holding the top spot with Women 18-49 (0.31 rating).

[05/29/24 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "The Whirlwind" - Official Teaser - Netflix
A whirlwind clash ensues when a deputy prime minister of economy stands against the prime minister who aims to uproot the corrupt powers that be.

[05/29/24 - 02:30 PM]
NBA on ESPN: Most-Watched Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 in Six Years
Monday's Game 4 broadcast peaked with 8,003,000 viewers at 10:15 p.m. ET.







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[06/24/26 - 12:01 PM]
NBC Sets Fall Premiere Dates for 2026-27 Season
The season gets off to a supersized start at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 17 with the two-hour launch of "The Traitors: New Blood," the innovative civilian-led incarnation of the Emmy Award-winning hit Peacock series hosted by Alan Cumming.

[06/24/26 - 11:05 AM]
Season Two of TNT's "The Librarians: The Next Chapter" Brings Whimsical New Adventures, Special Guest Appearances and Unexpected Challenges for the Fantastical Team of Heroes
The series returns for a sophomore season of mystery, magic and mayhem on Sunday, August 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

[06/24/26 - 11:02 AM]
FX's "The Drop: A Snowfall Saga" Premieres September 8 on FX and Hulu
One new episode of the eight-episode series will be available weekly following the premiere.

[06/24/26 - 10:03 AM]
Video: Bravo Debuts Trailer for "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th" Premiering Aug. 9 at 9 P.M. ET/PT
Seven of the most iconic Real Housewives are whooping it up for a girls' trip like no other through Orange County, Beverly Hills, Atlanta, Miami, and New York City.

[06/24/26 - 10:00 AM]
What's New on HBO Max This July
Look for the debuts of the Max original series "Stuart Fails To Save The Universe" and the HBO original documentary series "The Man Will Burn."

[06/24/26 - 09:34 AM]
"The Great Food Truck Race" Hosted by Tyler Florence Returns to Food Network with Savory and Sweet Route Across the Great Smoky Mountains
With four trucks that specialize in savory dishes and four sweet-themed trucks, the eight competing teams each represent a dynamic mix of flavors, strategies and culinary creativity in their quest for the win.

[06/24/26 - 09:31 AM]
"Leanne" Season 2 Premieres August 27th on Netflix
New guest stars this season include country star Lainey Wilson, Jaime Pressley, Billy Gardel and Tyne Daly.

[06/24/26 - 09:28 AM]
ESPN and World Series of Poker Announce Programming Schedule for 2026 Main Event
Beginning July 2, ESPN will broadcast over 100 hours of comprehensive, network coverage of the WSOP Main Event with distribution globally by ESPN and additional partners to over 400 million homes around the world.

[06/24/26 - 09:15 AM]
Adult Swim Expands "Rick and Morty" Universe with "President Curtis," A New Series Starring Keith David, Premiering July 26
The series follows President Andre Curtis (David) and his eccentric staff as they tackle the kinds of crises that Rick Sanchez could never be bothered with - from interdimensional diplomacy to paranormal investigations and unexplained phenomena.

[06/24/26 - 09:15 AM]
"Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness" Airs Monday, June 29, on ABC, Streams Next Day on Disney+ and Hulu
In this coast-to-coast event, Disney Parks and attractions are the portal through which America's greatest stories, triumphs and traditions are celebrated.

[06/24/26 - 09:01 AM]
Mickey Performs the Iconic Hoedown Throwdown in New "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+" Special "Mickey's Country Farm"
The new song will be available as a single this Friday, June 26, on all streaming platforms.

[06/24/26 - 08:33 AM]
FOX Nation Teams Up with Jack Carr for New Investigative Docuseries on Carlos the Jackal
The three-part series "Jack Carr Investigates: Carlos the Jackal" premieres June 29.

[06/24/26 - 08:31 AM]
"My Life with the Walter Boys" Returns to Netflix - Head Back to the Ranch on August 6th
The path of true love never runs smooth, especially in Silver Falls.

[06/24/26 - 08:03 AM]
Video: "Marble Hall Murders" Teaser
Lesley Manville and Tim McMullan return for the third and final installment of the Susan Ryeland series.

[06/24/26 - 08:03 AM]
Paramount+ Shares First Look at the High-Stakes Second Season of "Average Joe," Premiering August 19
The eight-episode second season will premiere globally on Paramount+ on Wednesday, August 19, with two episodes at launch, followed by weekly episodes every Wednesday.