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[04/08/19 - 11:31 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 8
Updates include: Julianne Moore to star in Stephen King's "Lisey's Story" for Apple TV+; Joanna Kulig cast in Netflix's "The Eddy"; and Vincent D'Onofrio to recur on "Interrogation" at CBS All Access.

[04/08/19 - 05:10 PM]
Video: "My First First Love" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A group of friends under various odd circumstances end up living together under the same roof.

[04/08/19 - 05:01 PM]
TLC to Debut New Series "The Family Chantel," A Spinoff from the "90 Day Fiance" Franchise
Fan-favorites Pedro and Chantel and their lively in-laws will be the focal point of a spinoff series, premiering Monday nights this July.

[04/08/19 - 03:19 PM]
FX Sets Premiere Date for Second Season of "Pose"
The 10-episode second season will debut on Sunday, June 9 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/08/19 - 12:03 PM]
truTV's "Paid Off with Michael Torpey" Returns with More Stories, Bigger Prizes and All-New Live Call-In Game
The series, which sparked intense conversation around the national student debt crisis when it premiered in 2018, will return for 16 all-new episodes starting Monday, May 13.

[04/08/19 - 12:00 PM]
Starz Acquires "Under the Wire" from BAFTA-Nominated Director Chris Martin
Based on the book of the same name by Paul Conroy, "Under The Wire" tells the incredible story of his and Marie Colvin's fateful mission - and Conroy's epic battle to escape the city.

[04/08/19 - 11:15 AM]
Discovery Orders "Legends of the Wild (w/t)" in Search of Answers to the Most Incredible Mysteries in the Natural World
The all-new series will follow two wilderness experts and childhood buddies as they investigate, document and try to solve some of the most incredible mysteries of the natural world.

[04/08/19 - 11:05 AM]
ABC News' "1969" Premieres Tuesday, April 23, on ABC
New docu-series "1969" weaves together rarely told stories of the moon landing, Manson murders, Chappaquiddick scandal and Woodstock with that of Nixon's first year in office, John Lennon's Bed-Ins for Peace, FBI shootouts with black activists and the Stonewall Uprising.

[04/08/19 - 11:01 AM]
T.D. Jakes Boards Lifetime's Foster Care Movie "I Am Somebody's Child" and Partners with Youth Orgs on New PSA
Premiering Easter Weekend on Saturday, April 20, the film stars Ginnifer Goodwin and newcomer Angela Fairley alongside Kim Hawthorne, Sherri Saum and Monique Coleman.

[04/08/19 - 11:00 AM]
Stars Cook for a Cause on the All-New, Two-Night Special "MasterChef Celebrity Family Showdown," Wednesdays, May 15 and 22, on FOX
The two-night special features four unique challenges, putting each celebrity duo through a culinary test - with more than bragging rights at stake - the winners earn donations to the charities of their choice.

[04/08/19 - 10:20 AM]
Starz Debuts First Images of "The Rook" Ahead of CanneSeries Television Festival
Emma Greenwell, Joely Richardson and Olivia Munn co-star in the drama, premiering this summer.

[04/08/19 - 10:08 AM]
"Preacher" Returns for Final Season Sunday, August 4 on AMC
Executive producer Seth Rogen broke the news via social media this morning.

[04/08/19 - 10:02 AM]
"Judge Jerry" Sold in 99% of the U.S. for Its Syndication Debut This Fall
"Judge Jerry," the daily, first-run court program with the iconic Jerry Springer presiding as judge, has already been sold to 206 stations across the country.

[04/08/19 - 09:42 AM]
BBC America Renews "Killing Eve" for Third Season
The show's second season premiered last night on BBC America and was simulcast on AMC.

[04/08/19 - 09:31 AM]
Video: "Sneaky Pete" Season 3 - Official Teaser - Prime Video
The series returns for its third season on Friday, May 10.

[04/08/19 - 09:30 AM]
The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards Returns to The CW Network on Sunday, January 12, 2020
The show will continue its combined Film and Television awards format, honoring the finest in both cinematic and televised/streaming achievement, and take place once again at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.

[04/08/19 - 09:18 AM]
Discovery Channel Announces Slate of Programming Highlighting the Wonders of the Natural World
From an intimate look at the people who dedicate their lives to conserving wildlife on the brink of extinction, to chronicling the everyday stories of wildlife that show us first-hand how they are more like humans than we think, these innovative stories are sure to amaze and inspire.

[04/08/19 - 09:00 AM]
ABC Stacks the Deck With Joel McHale as Host of "Card Sharks," Premiering This Summer on ABC
"I'm very excited to be hosting 'Card Sharks,'" said Joel McHale. "Game winners can win tens of thousands of dollars and in an updated twist - losers will be fed to a pen of adult Tiger Sharks."

[04/08/19 - 08:15 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "Academy of Country Music Awards" Puts CBS on Top
The Eye takes home top honors in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/08/19 - 07:01 AM]
Renowned Recording Artists Salt-N-Pepa, DJ Spinderella and SWV Star in BET's New Docuseries "Ladies Night" Premiering Tuesday, April 30th at 10PM ET/PT on BET/Simulcast on BET Her
The stakes are high and reputations are on the line as everyone scrambles to meet expectations and deadlines.

[04/08/19 - 06:45 AM]
ABC Says Do to New Original Game Show, "Don't," From Banijay Studios North America and Executive Producer Ryan Reynolds
This comedic physical game follows one family of four who must work together throughout five mental and physical challenges with only one rule: Don't.

[04/08/19 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Homecoming: A Film by Beyonce" - Official Trailer
The film presents an intimate look at Beyoncé's historic 2018 Coachella performance that paid homage to America's historically black colleges and universities.

[04/08/19 - 06:05 AM]
"Documentary Now!," The Classic Fictionalized "Non-Fiction" Series, Gets Season 53 Renewal from IFC
IFC has ordered seven episodes for the upcoming season, however no air date has been announced because Fred Armisen, Bill Hader and Seth Meyers are super busy.

[04/08/19 - 06:04 AM]
Every Saturday, BBC America to Become "Project Awe"
"Project Awe" is a brand-new television destination for premium nature and wildlife content designed to inspire, connect and make viewers feel the awe.

[04/08/19 - 06:03 AM]
AMC Greenlights Third Series in "The Walking Dead" Universe
The third series in the franchise will feature two young female protagonists and focus on the first generation to come-of-age in the apocalypse as we know it.

[04/08/19 - 06:02 AM]
AMC Networks Announces Summer 2019 Premiere Dates for New and Returning Original Series
Highlights include the return of "Lodge 49" and horror-infused anthology "The Terror: Infamy" on Monday, August 12.

[04/07/19 - 08:32 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Wins Big with Final Four Coverage
The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament tops the evening in all categories last night.

[04/06/19 - 08:34 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Holds Onto Top Spots with Dramas
The Eye wins the evening in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/06/19 - 01:05 AM]
Video: "How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast)" - Teaser - Netflix
The series, formerly known as "Don't Try This at Home," launches May 31 on the streaming service.

[04/05/19 - 11:28 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 5
Updates include: "Page Six TV" to fold after two seasons; Pamela Sue Martin cast in The CW's "Nancy Drew" project; and Apple TV+ rounds out the cast of "Defending Jacob."

[04/05/19 - 01:12 PM]
E! Ranks as #1 Cable Network in Prime Among W18-34 on Sunday Night
E! further spins the numbers for the season to date.

[04/05/19 - 01:04 PM]
Kelly Clarkson, Kenan Thompson, Kristen Bell, Jennifer Garner and More Challenge Their Pop Culture Chops on Red Nose Day Edition of "Hollywood Game Night"
Hosted by Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, the special Red Nose Day edition of "HGN" will air Thursday, May 23 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/05/19 - 01:00 PM]
Get Ready for a "Reality Showdown" on "The Amazing Race," Now Premiering, Wednesday, April 17 at 9 PM!
Effective Saturday, May 4, "Million Dollar Mile" moves to Saturdays (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT), with "Ransom" moving to 9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT.

[04/05/19 - 11:21 AM]
Science Channel Goes Sky High with New Series "Skyscrapers: Engineering the Future" Premiering Wednesday, April 24
The new series puts the spotlight on what the world's most ambitious cities are doing to transform their skylines with designs that seem to defy gravity.

[04/05/19 - 10:02 AM]
Timothy Simons and Ron Cephas Jones Cast in Hulu's Upcoming Limited Series "Looking for Alaska"
The eight-part series is based on the John Green novel of the same name.

[04/05/19 - 09:35 AM]
"Masters of Disaster" - New Discovery Channel Series Follows Team of Craftsmen Who Restore Vintage Objects for Survival
The six-episode series launches Friday, May 3 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/05/19 - 08:15 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: "Big Bang Theory" Holds Off Competition for CBS
The Eye takes home top honors among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/05/19 - 07:04 AM]
Adam Sandler to Return to "Saturday Night Live" for His First Time as Host with Musical Guest Shawn Mendes on May 4
"We are happy to welcome Adam back to 'SNL' in what is sure to be a special night," said executive producer Lorne Michaels.

[04/04/19 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 4
Updates include: Andre Holland to lead Netflix's "The Eddy"; Kerry Bishé tapped for Showtime's "Penny Dreadful: City of Angels"; and Freeform's "Unrelated" changes showrunners.

[04/04/19 - 01:30 PM]
ABC and ESPN Announce Commentator Teams for 2019 NFL Draft, April 25 - 27
Coverage will be more comprehensive than ever with ABC airing the event in its entirety for the first time and ESPN televising the draft for the 40th consecutive year.

[04/04/19 - 12:58 PM]
Netflix Teams with Sean Hayes, Mike Schur, and Gabe Liedman for Adult Animated Sitcom "Q-Force"
Written by Liedman, "Q-Force" is a half-hour, animated comedy about a handsome secret agent and his team of fellow LGBTQ superspies.

[04/04/19 - 11:02 AM]
Graceland Opens Its Gates to Hallmark Channel's "June Weddings" for One-of-a-Kind Fan Celebration Weekend
Kellie Pickler and Wes Brown, stars of Hallmark Channel's upcoming original movie "Wedding at Graceland," will be on hand for a moderated panel discussion and Q&A.

[04/04/19 - 11:01 AM]
Food Network's "Best Baker in America" Returns as Nine Professional Bakers Compete for Cash Prize and Bragging Rights
Scott Conant returns to host, tasking the bakers over seven episodes with challenges designed to put their baking skills and technical proficiency to the test for a chance to walk away with $25,000 and the coveted title.

[04/04/19 - 10:02 AM]
Video: YouTube Debuts Official Trailer for New Season of "Cobra Kai"
As previously announced, the series returns April 24 on YouTube Premium.

[04/04/19 - 10:01 AM]
Video: Premiere Date and First Look Revealed for TNT's "Claws"
The series returns for a third season on Sunday, June 9 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/04/19 - 09:19 AM]
John Cho, Mustafa Shakir, Daniella Pineda and Alex Hassell Join Cast of "Cowboy Bebop," The All-New Live Action Series Based on the Japanese Original Animated Series
Plus: Alex Garcia Lopez will direct the first two episodes.

[04/04/19 - 09:11 AM]
Comedy Central Announces a Television and New Media Deal with Roy Wood Jr.
In addition, Comedy Central is set to begin production on Wood's pilot, "Jefferson County: Probation," in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama this May.

[04/04/19 - 09:05 AM]
Video: Showtime Offers the Season Two Premiere of "The Chi" for Early Sampling
The season premiere episode is available for free now on YouTube, and SHO.com ahead of its linear debut this Sunday.

[04/04/19 - 09:00 AM]
TLC to Air "Meghan & Harry: A Royal Baby Story"
The one-hour special will premiere on Tuesday, April 9 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/04/19 - 09:00 AM]
Marvel's "Avengers: Endgame" Cast to Take Over ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," Week of April 8
Each night, Jimmy will welcome guests including Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Paul Rudd, Chris Hemsworth, Danai Gurira, Jeremy Renner and Don Cheadle.







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[11/19/24 - 06:23 AM]
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