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[05/01/18 - 11:18 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, May 1
Updates include: Netflix to release "remixed" version of "Arrested Development's" fourth season; Paramount Network unveils new premiere date for "Heathers"; and Salma Hayek Pinault in talks to star in Amazon comedy series.

[05/01/18 - 02:01 PM]
Check Out the Iconic Celebrities Who Are Set to Stop by with Musical Surprises for Host Jamie Foxx on the All-New Season of "Beat Shazam"
As previously announced, the new season rolls out Tuesday, May 29 at 8:00/7:00c on FOX.

[05/01/18 - 01:03 PM]
Lifetime Celebrates the Upcoming Royal Wedding with a Week of Premieres!
Kicking off the week is the Lifetime Feature, "Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance" premiering Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13.

[05/01/18 - 12:32 PM]
HBO Renews "Westworld" for a Third Season
"It's been an extraordinary pleasure to work with the exceptionally talented Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, as well as their gifted cast and crew," noted Casey Bloys.

[05/01/18 - 12:00 PM]
Holly Wofford and Jane Y. Mun Named as Executive Producers and Showrunners for "TKO: Total Knock Out" Hosted by Kevin Hart on CBS
"Holly and Jane are incredible producers and have separately worked with me for many years," said Mark Burnett. "I am thrilled to put them together to lead our 'TKO' team.

[05/01/18 - 11:49 AM]
All Aboard with Science Channel's New Series "Impossible Engineering: Extreme Railroads" Premiering May 17
The series highlights the historic and modern breakthroughs of railroad production by telling the stories of bold pioneers and the science behind their incredible engineering feats.

[05/01/18 - 11:01 AM]
Video: CBS All Access Reveals First Look Trailer and Key Art for "Strange Angel"
Based on George Pendle's book of the same name, the series is inspired by the real life story of Jack Parsons and explores the dramatic intersection between genius and madness, science and science fiction.

[05/01/18 - 10:27 AM]
E! Greenlights Six New Series, Including New Talk Show, Comedy Formats, Celebrity Docu-Series, and the Return of "E! True Hollywood Story"
New series include an innovative talk show hosted by actress Busy Philipps, a new series centered around the women of the popular podcast "The LadyGang," and a new docu-series featuring actress and singer Ashlee Simpson-Ross and her husband, actor and artist Evan Ross.

[05/01/18 - 10:15 AM]
FremantleMedia North America and Dancing Ledge Productions Partner with Legendary Author Paulo Coelho
The as-yet-untitled TV series follows a young priest who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and redemption - ostracized by his church, a fugitive from the law, and hunted by a powerful crime family.

[05/01/18 - 10:06 AM]
HBO Documentary Films Starts Production on Documentary Series Based on Bestselling True-Crime Book "I'll Be Gone in the Dark," by Michelle Mcnamara, About the "Golden State Killer," with Award Winner Liz Garbus at the Helm
Published earlier this year, the book debuted at #1 on the New York Times combined print and e-book bestseller list.

[05/01/18 - 10:03 AM]
Starz App Now Available on Google Home
The Starz app is a single destination for all subscribers who want to voice control hundreds of movies, first-run films and premium content with Google Home and Chromecast.

[05/01/18 - 10:03 AM]
"The Royal Wedding Live with Cord and Tish!," Special Starring Broadcast Legends Cord Hosenbeck and Tish Cattigan and Produced by Funny or Die, Debuts May 19 on HBO
"This wedding is going to be a blast," said Cord Hosenbeck. "There will be more luxury packed into that church than all the Bed, Bath & Beyonds combined."

[05/01/18 - 09:30 AM]
FX's "Legion" Expands Its Universe with an Additional Episode
The second season finale will now air Tuesday, June 12 at 10:00/9:00c.

[05/01/18 - 08:59 AM]
2018 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Debuting May 5, Brings an All-Star Music Night to HBO
This year's ceremony boasted a star-studded array of guests and presenters, including May J. Blige, Jerry Cantrell, Felicia Collins, Andra Day, Brandon Flowers, Brittany Howard, Questlove, Paul Shaffer, Howard Stern, Steven Van Zandt and Ann Wilson.

[05/01/18 - 08:30 AM]
Comedy Genius Julia Davis Creates New Sky/HBO Original Production "Sally4Ever"
The series follows the life of Sally (Catherine Shepherd), a soon-to-be promoted marketer who, for 10 years, has lived a comfortable and dull suburban life with David (Alex Macqueen).

[05/01/18 - 08:17 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Voice" Holds Off Return of "DWTS"
NBC wins the night among total viewers as well as adults 18-49.

[05/01/18 - 08:02 AM]
Video: Trailer & Key Art Debut - "The Kissing Booth" - From the Coming-of-Age Novel That Became an International Sensation
When Elle Evans (Joey King), a pretty, late-bloomer who's never-been-kissed, decides to run a kissing booth at her high school's Spring Carnival, she unexpectedly finds herself locking lips with her secret crush.

[05/01/18 - 08:00 AM]
Season Two Premiere of IFC's "Brockmire" Hits it Out of the Park - Beats Both the Season One Premiere and Finale in Key Nielsen Demos
IFC further spins the numbers for Wednesday, April 25.

[05/01/18 - 07:54 AM]
CMT Renews Production Deal with Veteran Producer John Hamlin's Switched on Entertainment
As part of the multi-year production deal, Hamlin will continue to executive produce CMT's marquee music events with the option to develop new events and specials.

[05/01/18 - 07:41 AM]
Bravo Media's "Vanderpump Rules" Three Part Reunion Begins Monday, May 7 at 9 PM ET/PT
Following the three-part reunion, the network will air a "Secrets Revealed" special on Monday, May 28, which will feature never-before-seen footage of "Vanderpump Rules."

[05/01/18 - 06:31 AM]
Video: Trailer Debut - Gillian Jacobs, Vanessa Bayer & Phoebe Robinson Let Loose in Trailer of the Netflix Film "Ibiza"
When Harper's two best friends tag along on her work trip to Barcelona, they ditch work and fly to Ibiza for Harper, who against her better judgement, falls for a hot DJ.

[05/01/18 - 02:00 AM]
BBC Two and Netflix Commission DSP for a Brand New Factual Entertainment Series "Project Interiors w/t"
The unscripted series is an ambitious new prime time show that will take ten fledgling designers, and launch them into the world of interiors, giving them an intense introduction to the world of interior design.

[04/30/18 - 11:40 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 30
Updates include: Dan Trachtenberg tapped to helm Amazon's "The Boys"; Jimmy Kimmel to voice "Man of the House" at ABC; and quartet cast in SundanceTV's "Unspeakable."

[04/30/18 - 11:31 PM]
John Goodman and Michaela Coel to Star in BAFTA-Winner Hugo Blick's Thriller "Black Earth Rising" for BBC Two
They will be joined by Olivier award-winners Noma Dumezweni and Harriet Walter, alongside Tamara Tunie, Lucian Msamati and Abena Ayivor.

[04/30/18 - 03:00 PM]
"13 Reasons Why" Season 2 Launches May 18 on Netflix
In preparation for the launch of Season 2, new resources will be added to 13ReasonsWhy.info including an updated Discussion Guide and a new Discussion Series.

[04/30/18 - 01:52 PM]
Laura Dern Stars in HBO Films' "The Tale," Debuting May 26 on HBO
The HBO Films presentation is written and directed by Sundance Grand Prize winner and Emmy(R) nominee Jennifer Fox, who based it on her own true story.

[04/30/18 - 12:31 PM]
Viacom Unveils Viacom Digital Studios @ First-Ever Digital Content NewFront
Viacom Digital Studios detailed its plans to deliver hundreds of hours of premium, original content with Viacom stars and digital-native talent from BET, Comedy Central, MTV and Nickelodeon.

[04/30/18 - 11:39 AM]
Showtime(R) Announces Raw and Revealing Documentary Chronicling Sportscaster Mauro Ranallo and His Lifelong Battle with Mental Illness
Ranallo has Bipolar Affective Disorder, a condition afflicting nearly five percent of the U.S. population according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI.org).

[04/30/18 - 10:36 AM]
Disney's Global Hit "Phineas and Ferb" Will Be Available in Its Entirety on DisneyNOW, Beginning Wednesday, May 2
Plus: Disney XD will also air the entire "Phineas and Ferb" library - 126 episodes, seven one-hour specials and the record-breaking Disney Channel Original Movie "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension - throughout the month of May.

[04/30/18 - 10:01 AM]
Actress Tamera Mowry-Housley and Husband Adam Renovate Napa Valley Homes in New HGTV Special "The Housleys"
Premiering on Tuesday, May 8, the special follows the famous couple as they help homeowners in the area create a beautiful and functional home for their busy family of six.

[04/30/18 - 10:00 AM]
Showtime(R) to Debut Docu-Comedy Series "Just Another Immigrant"
The 10-episode, half-hour series will air two episodes on Fridays beginning June 8 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/30/18 - 08:35 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, "American Idol" Top Demo Charts
"Idol" and "America's Funniest Home Videos" are the number one and two shows among adults 18-49.

[04/30/18 - 08:32 AM]
NBA Playoffs on ABC: Cleveland-Indiana Game 7 Delivers 5.4 Metered Market Rating to Become Highest-Rated First Round Game in 14 Years
ESPN spins the numbers for Sunday, April 29.

[04/30/18 - 08:09 AM]
Bravo Media's "The Real Housewives of Potomac" and "Your Husband Is Cheating on Us" Move to New Times
Beginning, Sunday, May 6, "The Real Housewives of Potomac" shifts to 8:00/7:00c; and on Sunday, June 10, "Your Husband Is Cheating On Us" returns with all-new episodes at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/30/18 - 08:06 AM]
Disney Junior Marks the First Kids Television Premiere in Space with a Screening of the Animated Series "Mission Force One," The Latest Chapter of "Miles from Tomorrowland," on the International Space Station
In the episode, young adventurer Miles and his friends travel back in time to prevent the International Space Station from getting stuck in the future, with help from the astronauts on board.

[04/30/18 - 07:58 AM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Revisits the Year That Transformed a Nation in "Smithsonian Time Capsule: 1968"
From a veteran of the Tet Offensive sharing the story of the uniform he wore and recounting surviving a deadly ambush, to an interview with astronaut Jim Lovell remembering Apollo 8, these interviews bring to life the pivotal events of the year.

[04/30/18 - 06:36 AM]
Video: Trailer Debut - "Evil Genius" on Netflix May 11
In 2003 in Erie, Pennsylvania, a robbery gone wrong and a terrifying public murder capture the nation's attention, and a bizarre collection of Midwestern hoarders, outcasts, and lawbreakers play cat-and-mouse with the FBI.

[04/30/18 - 06:07 AM]
USA Network Greenlights "Real Country" with Shania Twain & Jake Owen
In each hour-long episode, Twain and Owen hand-select emerging solo artists, duos and groups to perform in showcases that spotlight the rich traditions, songs and themes of specific country genres.

[04/30/18 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Kicks Off Exciting Summer of Mystery with "Darrow & Darrow: In the Key of Murder," Sunday, May 6
Also due back are "Hailey Dean Mysteries," "Signed, Sealed, Delivered," "Garage Sale Mystery" and more!

[04/29/18 - 01:39 PM]
ESPN Presentation of 2018 NFL Draft Delivers More Than 2.9 Million Viewers
ESPN further spins the numbers for its coverage to date.

[04/29/18 - 08:35 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, NHL Playoffs Edge Demo Competition
The Peacock wins the evening among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched network.

[04/28/18 - 07:05 PM]
Video: Are You Ready for Michelle Wolf?
"The Break with Michelle Wolf" comes to Netflix every Sunday beginning May 27.

[04/28/18 - 09:27 AM]
ESPN Draws Its Highest-Rated 2018 NBA Playoffs Telecast for Cleveland Cavaliers-Indiana Pacers Game 6
ESPN spins the numbers for Friday, April 27.

[04/28/18 - 08:29 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Dramas Continue Their Reign
The Eye holds off FOX's NFL Draft coverage among adults 18-49.

[04/27/18 - 11:54 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 27
Updates include: Syfy passes on "Tremors" revival; Starz rescinds series order for "Family Crimes"; and Casey Wilson among latest cast in HBO's "Mrs. Fletcher."

[04/27/18 - 02:42 PM]
ESPN Leads All Networks with NFL Draft Round 1 Telecast
ESPN spins the numbers for Thursday, April 26.

[04/27/18 - 01:11 PM]
Documentary "The Final Year," Following President Obama's Foreign-Policy Team During His Last Year in Office, Debuts May 21, Exclusively on HBO
Shooting from late 2015 until 3:00 a.m. on the morning of Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017, director Greg Barker and his crew filmed extensively in the White House, the State Department and the United Nations.

[04/27/18 - 11:00 AM]
Kelly Clarkson, Sean Hayes, Jack Black and More Celebrities Test Their Pop Culture Smarts on Red Nose Day Edition of "Hollywood Game Night"
Chelsea Handler, Isla Fisher, Sarah Silverman, Sasheer Zamata and Cedric the Entertainer are also on tap.

[04/27/18 - 10:00 AM]
Romance Is in the Air in Freeform's Wedding Programming Extravaganza
Freeform's "Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings" returns, on Monday, June 11 at 8:00/7:00c, with six all-new episodes.

[04/27/18 - 09:45 AM]
Oscar(R) Winners Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Create Original Theme Music for "The Fourth Estate"
Examining the inner workings of The New York Times during President Donald J. Trump's first year in office, the four-part documentary series will be available across Showtime platforms including On Demand and streaming on Sunday, May 27.







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[04/18/24 - 05:01 PM]
Video: First Look at Season 2 of "Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars" Premiering Wednesday, May 22, on FOX
Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Vanderpump each bring their expert knowledge and unique leadership styles to the second season of the competition series.

[04/18/24 - 04:09 PM]
"Fallout" Has a Blast of a Debut: Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films' Hit Series to Return for Season Two
In its first four days, the high-octane fueled series has become a hit with its global audience, ranking among the service's top three most-watched titles ever and the most-watched season globally since "Rings of Power."

[04/18/24 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Announces Production of "Last Samurai Standing": An Epic Battle Royale for Survival in Historic Japan
Based on the novel "Ikusagami" by Shogo Imamura, winner of the 166th Naoki Prize in 2021, the series features the multi-talented Junichi Okada in the lead role.

[04/18/24 - 01:31 PM]
"Call Me Country: Beyonce & Nashville's Renaissance" from CNN FlashDocs Comes to Max April 26
As Beyoncé recently became the first Black woman to ever top Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, a larger conversation about what defines country music has exploded into the zeitgeist.

[04/18/24 - 11:59 AM]
Starz Releases First-Look Photos for the Highly Anticipated Fourth and Final Season of "Power Book II: Ghost"
Additionally, Golden Brooks will join the upcoming season in a recurring role as Janet Stewart, Monet Tejada's cousin.

[04/18/24 - 11:33 AM]
New TLC Medical Series "Botched Bariatrics" Premiering on Wednesday, May 15th
The new medical transformation series features patients whose lives have been turned upside down after suffering complications from their bariatric surgery.

[04/18/24 - 11:09 AM]
Lifetime Extends Relationship with Garcelle Beauvais
Following the critically acclaimed "Black Girl Missing" movie in which Beauvais starred in and executive produced in 2023, Lifetime extends the franchise with two new movies with Beauvais set to executive produce.

[04/18/24 - 11:00 AM]
CBS Renews Critically Acclaimed Hit "Elsbeth" for Second Season
"'Elsbeth' has charmed audiences with its singular blend of delightful humor, distinctive 'how-done-it' storytelling, and the inventive, brilliant quirkiness of Elsbeth Tascioni," said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment.

[04/18/24 - 10:11 AM]
ABC's "9-1-1" 100th Episode Propels Series to No. 1 Drama in Primetime in Adults 18-49
The milestone 100th episode was the top program of the night, scoring a season-high on linear after 7 days of viewing in Adults 18-49 (0.91 rating), marking the show's best L7 rating since its season finale last year.

[04/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
HBO Original Comedy Special "Nikki Glaser: Someday You'll Die" Debuts May 11
"I'm so grateful that once again, HBO has put their trust in me to say what I feel into a microphone while wearing a tiny dress," Glaser said. "Someday I'll die, and when I do, I hope I'm remembered for this performance (and this dress)."

[04/18/24 - 09:31 AM]
Video: Paramount+ with Showtime Releases the Official Trailer and Key Art for "The Chi"
The series recently wrapped production in Chicago on the remaining eight episodes of the supersized 16-episode season.

[04/18/24 - 09:07 AM]
TNT Sports Announces Commentators for 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Presented by GEICO First Round Games on Saturday, April 20
TNT Sports will drop the puck on its coverage of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs with up to 28 First Round games, starting Saturday, April 20 with Game 1 of New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes on TBS, truTV and Max's B/R Sports Add-On.

[04/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Pretty Little Liars: Summer School" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Max
Season two of the original series premieres May 9 on Max.

[04/18/24 - 09:00 AM]
Stephen Colbert Is Taking His Show on the Road!
Announced during last night's episode of "The Late Show," Colbert revealed the show would broadcast from Chicago's storied Auditorium Theater during the week of this year's Democratic National Convention.

[04/18/24 - 08:41 AM]
NBA TV's 2024 NBA Playoffs Coverage to Tip Off with Orlando Magic Visiting Cleveland Cavaliers, First Round Game 2, on Monday, April 22, at 7 p.m. ET
The network's back-to-back nights of coverage will continue Tuesday, April 23, with the Milwaukee Bucks and Damian Lillard hosting the Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton, Game 2, at 8:30 p.m.