or


    [friday, april 27, 2007]    
show: all posts | rants & reviews | interviews | ratings | video
[04/27/07 - 10:46 PM]
Cable Ratings Round-Up (Week of April 16-22): 'Sopranos,' 'Earth' Continue Reign
HBO's "The Sopranos" and Discovery Channel's "Planet Earth" once again dominated the top 15 of all cable programs last week.

[04/27/07 - 05:04 PM]
Development Update: Week of April 23-27
Updates include: Brian F. O'Byrne joins Showtime's "Brotherhood," Lifetime details its development slate while Lindy Booth and Rebecca Field are named regulars on ABC's "October Road."

[04/27/07 - 04:35 PM]
Revised Airdate: It's a Big Deal as 'Deal Or No Deal' Celebrates Its 100th Episode on May 7
The episode, which was originally slated for May 6, features special congratulatory video messages from Jay Leno, Regis Philbin, Jackie Chan, Celine Dion, and "Heroes" cast members Hayden Panettiere and Zachary Quinto.

[04/27/07 - 04:33 PM]
Csi Tops "Grey's Anatomy" in Viewers
CBS spins the numbers for Thursday, April 26.

[04/27/07 - 04:32 PM]
Quick Take for Thursday, April 26, 2007 (Based on Fast Affiliate Ratings)
ABC spins the numbers for Thursday, April 26.

[04/27/07 - 08:27 AM]
Sci Fi Debuts Broadband Pilot on Sci Fi Pulse
The network's broadband destination will give viewers an unprecedented opportunity to provide input on the proposed new series from executive producers David O. Russell, Russell Barrett, and Adam Clinton.

[04/27/07 - 08:24 AM]
Sci Fi Channel Unveils Its Biggest Summer Yet with New Original Series and Returning Hits
The cable channel details its upcoming premieres as well as return dates set for "Doctor Who," "Eureka" and more.

[04/26/07 - 04:55 PM]
All Contestants Safe on "American Idol"
The producers have determined that the voting totals from this week and next week will be combined, and the "bottom 2" will be sent home on the live results show Wednesday, May 2.

[04/26/07 - 04:52 PM]
Andrea Wong Assumes Role as Newly Appointed President & Ceo, Lifetime Entertainment Services
The former ABC alternative chief will now oversee all the day-to-day operations for Lifetime Television, LMN, Lifetime Real Women and Lifetime Digital (including LifetimeTV.com).

[04/26/07 - 02:03 PM]
BBC America Sets First Round of Summer Premiere Dates
"Hex" and "Footballers' Wives" to return in June while newcomer "The Innocence Project" will bow next month.

[04/26/07 - 01:58 PM]
Quick Take for Wednesday, April 25, 2007 - (Based on Fast Affiliate Ratings)
ABC spins the numbers for Wednesday, April 25.

[04/26/07 - 12:43 PM]
The Search Is Over! Asia Nitollano Is the Next Pussycat Doll
Asia Nitollano, a Knick City Dancer from New York City, received her feather boa and became the newest member of the chart-topping musical group.

[04/26/07 - 12:11 PM]
Eureka: Season One - Colin Ferguson Stars in Sci Fi Channel's Innovative and Imaginative Hit Series
Extras include more than twenty minutes of never-before-seen deleted scenes and outtakes as well as audio commentary from show's creators.

[04/26/07 - 12:09 PM]
Sarah Silverman to Host "2007 MTV Movie Awards"
The ceremony will be broadcast live from Gibson Theater in Universal City, California on Sunday, June 3.

[04/26/07 - 12:08 PM]
Pussycat Dolls Finale Matches CW's Best Adults 18-34 Performance in Time Period
The CW spins the numbers for Tuesday, April 24.

[04/25/07 - 06:50 PM]
HBO Films Announces 'The Pacific' -- an Epic Ten-Hour Miniseries Event
To be shot in Australia, the epic ten-hour miniseries will be executive produced by Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg and Gary Goetzman, the creative team behind the Emmy(R)-winning 2001 HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers."

[04/25/07 - 03:34 PM]
FOX Roars Into May
The network details its May sweeps schedule, which confirms "Drive" has been pulled effective immediately.

[04/25/07 - 01:34 PM]
Carrie Fisher ("Postcards from the Edge," "Star Wars"), Brett Ratner ("Rush Hour 3," "X-Men 3"), Garry Marshall ("Georgia Rule," "Pretty Woman"), Jon Avnet ("Fried Green Tomatoes," "Risky Business") Confirmed as Judges for FOX Moviemaking Competition "On the Lot"
The quartet will serve as judges for the series' two "audition" episodes airing Tuesday, May 22 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Thursday, May 24 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

[04/25/07 - 10:21 AM]
Kathy Griffin's Back on the "D-List" This June
In addition, Bravo will debut her new stand-up special "Everybody Can Suck It" on Tuesday, June 5 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/25/07 - 10:20 AM]
NBC's Passions to Work Its Magic on DirecTV Viewers with All New Episodes Beginning September 17
The celebrated daytime drama will end its network run on NBC September 7 with a series of cliffhangers and will resurface on DirecTV September 17, picking up where the series left off.

[04/25/07 - 10:16 AM]
'House' and 'Lost' Show Greatest Gains from Dvr Playback, Nielsen Reports
Plus: "The Office" had the highest gain in viewing with DVR playback, increasing viewership by more than 31%.

[04/25/07 - 10:12 AM]
Sun Sets on ABC Family's 'Beach,' A&E's 'Hollywood'
"Hollywood's" six remaining installments will be burned off as part of a three-hour marathon this Sunday starting at noon EST.

[04/24/07 - 11:44 PM]
We TV Leverages Its Library of Films to Attract New Advertisers to the Network
The cable channel has signed State Farm as a new advertiser to the network to sponsor two back-to-back movie marathons that appeal to women, with themes weaved in about children, family and romance.

[04/24/07 - 11:40 PM]
Michael Wright Named Senior Vice President of Tnt, TBS and Tcm's Newly Reorganized and Renamed Content Creation Group
In his expanded role, Wright will continue to be responsible for all original programming for TBS and TNT, including original series, limited series and specials, while also adding responsibility for original programming ventures on TCM and original content for all three networks' digital extensions.

[04/24/07 - 11:39 PM]
Adult Swim #1 in Total Day Delivery of Adults 18-34, 18-24 and 18-49
Adult Swim spins the numbers for the week of April 2-8.

[04/24/07 - 10:48 PM]
We TV Continues Original Programming Momentum
The cable channel renews "John Edward Cross Country" and "American Princess," adds newcomer "Twister Sisters."

[04/24/07 - 06:52 PM]
Kevin Bacon to Star in HBO Films' 'Taking Chance'
Based on the first-person account of Lieutenant Colonel Michael Strobl (USMC), the film chronicles his poignant journey as the volunteer military escort officer who is assigned to accompany the body of 19-year-old Lance Corporal Chance Phelps (USMC), who was killed in action in Iraq, across America back to his hometown of Dubois, Wyoming in spring 2004.

[04/24/07 - 03:17 PM]
ABC Family Announces 2007 Summer and Fall Schedule
New series on tap include "Greek" and "Slacker Cats" as well as the return of "Kyle XY" and "Fallen."

[04/24/07 - 03:09 PM]
ABC Family Encourages Its Viewers to Join the Rush with the Launch of VirtualrusH.com
Next month, ABC Family will launch virtualrush.com, a unique social networking site designed to support the new original series "Greek."

[04/24/07 - 03:08 PM]
Delve Deeper Into the Mysterious World of 'Kyle Xy' on AbcfamilY.com
The initial phase, "The Countdown to Kyle XY," is already up and running with a clock ticking off the seconds until the second season premiere.

[04/24/07 - 03:04 PM]
ABC Family to Invite Advertisers Into the Lab: The Millennial Engagement Lab
The Millennial Engagement Lab will gauge how Millennials perceive specific advertising and marketing messages across both digital and linear video platforms.

[04/24/07 - 02:55 PM]
CBS Ratings Highlights in a Week Filled with Rebroadcasts
CBS spins the numbers for the week of April 16-22.

[04/24/07 - 02:52 PM]
NBC Ratings Results for the Week of April 16-22
NBC spins the numbers for the week of April 16-22.

[04/24/07 - 02:47 PM]
It's a Big Deal as 'Deal Or No Deal' Celebrates Its 100th Episode on May 6
Technically, the May 6th episode will be its 103rd first-run broadcast.

[04/24/07 - 02:43 PM]
Primetime Ratings Report for the Week of April 16, 2007
ABC spins the numbers for the week of April 16-22.

[04/24/07 - 09:29 AM]
Lifetime Television Greenlights 'The Gathering,' an Eerie New Original Miniseries from 'Battlestar Galactica' Producer David Eick and 'X-Files' Executive Producer John Shiban
The two-part, four-hour drama revolves around a doctor who stumbles across a cabal of witches gathering in modern day New York while searching for his missing wife.

[04/24/07 - 09:07 AM]
Thirty-One Percent Increase in Lifetime Television's 2007-08 Programming Budget -- Largest in Network History -- Highlighted by 'Army Wives,' Premiering Sunday, June 3, 'State of Mind' and 'Side Order of Life' Premiering Sunday, July 15
In addition, Lifetime Networks is producing more than 60 movies this coming season for both Lifetime Television and LMN.

[04/24/07 - 09:06 AM]
America's Most Wanted Helps Cops Bust Suspected Online Predators with the Help of a "Special Investigator" - Miss America Saturday, April 28, on Fox
Lauren Nelson of Oklahoma, Miss America 2007, has dedicated her reign to promoting Internet safety for kids.

[04/24/07 - 09:04 AM]
Nba All-Star Alonzo Mourning Talks About His Own Second Chance at Life in Special Promotional Spot for TNT's Upcoming Original Drama Heartland
The medical drama, which stars Treat Williams and Kari Matchett, will premiere Monday, June 18 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/23/07 - 03:27 PM]
Comedy Central(R) Inks Multi-Platform Talent Deal with Comedian Brian Regan
The pact includes two one-hour stand-up specials, the first of which premieres on Sunday, June 10.

[04/23/07 - 03:25 PM]
Get Ready for Muy Caliente Comedy! the Network Television Premiere of "Alex Reymundo: Hick-Spanic" Debuts on Comedy Central(R) Friday, May 4 at 11:00 P.M.
Bilingual comedian Alex Reymundo has been active on the comedy circuit for almost 15 years.

[04/23/07 - 02:37 PM]
GSN Goes Into Production on Controversial New Game Series 'Without Prejudice?'
The series is about five contestants opening their lives for examination by five ordinary strangers who will decide which of the contestants, in their opinion, deserves to receive a one-time prize of $25,000.

[04/23/07 - 02:36 PM]
The CW Network Partners with Stop Global Warming Virtual March and the National Resources Defense Council for Comprehensive, Pro-Social Environmental Campaign "Free 2 B Green"
All CW series will produce an environmentally conscious episode next season.

[04/23/07 - 02:35 PM]
Bono to Appear on "Idol Gives Back" on Behalf of One: The Campaign to Make Poverty History
The "Idol" contestants also will perform "American Prayer," a song written by Bono and Dave Stewart about the AIDS emergency in Africa.

[04/23/07 - 12:12 PM]
The Batman Season Finale Foreshadows Greater Adventures for 2007-2008 Season on Kids' Wb! on the CW
The action-packed, two-part episode "The Joining" will feature a guest appearance by the Martian Manhunter.

[04/23/07 - 12:11 PM]
Fast Facts for Sunday, April 22, 2007 (Based on Fast Affiliate Ratings)
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, April 22.

[04/23/07 - 12:08 PM]
Tony Winner Kristin Chenoweth, "La Fea Más Bella" Star Angélica Vale and Gina Gershon to Appear on the Season Finale of ABC's "Ugly Betty"
Chenoweth will play Diane, an orthodontic technician who loves romantic comedies and becomes overly involved in her patients' lives - including Betty's (America Ferrera).

[04/23/07 - 12:05 PM]
ABC Sweeps Into May with Jam-Packed Original Episodes and Season Finales of Some of Television's Biggest Hits
ABC details its May sweeps highlights, which potentially contain MAJOR SPOILERS.

[04/23/07 - 09:43 AM]
The American Theatre Wing's 61st Annual Tony(R) Awards to Be Broadcast in a Three-Hour Ceremony Live from Radio City Music Hall, Sunday, June 10 on the CBS Television Network
Nominations in the 24 competitive categories will be announced on Tuesday, May 15.

[04/23/07 - 09:41 AM]
Bravo Garners Webby Nomination for "Project Runway" Wireless Site
BravoTV.com also earned three honorees for the 11th Annual Webby Awards.







  [april 2007]  
S
M
T
W
T
F
S


· SHOWATCH
(series past and present)
· DEVWATCH
(series in development)
· MOVIEWATCH
(tv movies and mini-series)





[09/05/24 - 04:00 PM]
Hallmark Sets November 30 Premiere of "Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story," Headlining Thanksgiving Weekend of Countdown to Christmas' 15th Anniversary
What's more, the first look date announcement dropped, signaling viewers to grab their popcorn bowls and blankets before Thanksgiving weekend arrives.

[09/05/24 - 03:00 PM]
Video: Meet the Season 23 Contestants - "Hell's Kitchen" Premieres Sept. 26 8/7c on FOX
This season the contestants are "Head Chefs Only."

[09/05/24 - 02:38 PM]
Video: BET+ Original Series - "Zatima" Season 3 Trailer
Season three of premieres Thursday, October 3 on BET+.

[09/05/24 - 02:30 PM]
Video: Meet the Baking Detective Duos Heading Into Season Three of "Crime Scene Kitchen," Returning Sept. 26 on FOX
Host Joel McHale returns alongside celebrity judges Curtis Stone and Yolanda Gampp.

[09/05/24 - 02:08 PM]
Video: FOX Adds New "Accused" Cast and Debuts First Look Trailer
Cobie Smulders, Vella Lovell, Dina Shihabi and Isabel Arraiza are the latest additions to season two.

[09/05/24 - 01:30 PM]
CBS News Announces Special Coverage for the Sept. 10 Presidential Debate
CBS News will simulcast the presidential debate hosted by ABC News across television and streaming platforms starting at 9:00 PM, ET.

[09/05/24 - 12:32 PM]
Paramount+ Announces September 24 Premiere Date for "We Will Dance Again," Documentary Feature About the October 7th Terror Attack at the Nova Music Festival
The See It Now Studios Original Documentary won two awards at Doc Edge in June, including Best International Editing and the In Truth We Trust category award.

[09/05/24 - 12:17 PM]
Video: Sneak Peek of The First Performance on Season 12 of "The Masked Singer," Airing Wednesday, September 25 at 8/7c on FOX
FOX's all-new special theme nights celebrate acclaimed franchises Barbie (celebrating the 65th anniversary of Mattel's Barbie) and Footloose (ringing in its 40th anniversary), along with the iconic artist Miley Cyrus in a pop culture-piercing night that salutes her music catalog.

[09/05/24 - 12:14 PM]
Peacock Announces Straight-to-Series Order for "The 'Burbs" Starring and Executive Produced by Keke Palmer, Written and Executive Produced by Celeste Hughey
Seth MacFarlane, Erica Huggins and Aimee Carlson for Fuzzy Door will executive produce alongside Brian Grazer, Kristen Zolner and Natalie Berkus for Imagine Entertainment.

[09/05/24 - 12:00 PM]
Prime Video Orders "Glitter and Greed: The Lisa Frank Story," A Docuseries About Iconic Lisa Frank Brand
Directed by Arianna LaPenne, the series comes from Sony Pictures Television's Maxine Productions.

[09/05/24 - 11:16 AM]
Paramount+ Orders New Original Limited Series "Jonbenet Ramsey" (w/t), Starring Academy Award Nominees Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen
Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, production will begin in Calgary, Canada, with Academy Award nominee Richard LaGravenese serving as showrunner and executive producer.

[09/05/24 - 11:00 AM]
Max Original Film "Caddo Lake" Debuts October 10
When an eight-year-old girl mysteriously vanishes, a series of past deaths and disappearances start to link together, forever altering a broken family's history.

[09/05/24 - 11:00 AM]
"The Real Full Monty" Strips Down on Monday, December 9 on FOX
Inspired by the beloved, award-winning 1997 film, the all-new two-hour special features a daring group of male celebrities will volunteer to bare all to raise awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research.

[09/05/24 - 10:30 AM]
FOX Entertainment and Hank Steinberg Enter Broadcast Direct Deal
Steinberg is currently executive producer of FOX's much-anticipated medical drama "Doc," which is based on the globally acclaimed Italian series, "Doc - Nelle tue mani," and slated to debut as part of the network's midseason lineup.

[09/05/24 - 10:01 AM]
Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Alison Brie, Seth Rogen and More, Advance on "Krapopolis"
Set in mythical ancient Greece, "Krapopolis" tells the story of a dysfunctional family of humans, gods and monsters trying to run one of the world's first cities, while also trying their best to not kill each other in the process.