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[01/21/10 - 06:29 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, January 21
Updates include: ABC greenlights two pilots; Madchen Amick to recur on "CSI: NY"; and Rob Lowe to depart ABC's "Brothers & Sisters."

[01/21/10 - 02:49 PM]
High School Reunion Posts Double-Digit Jumps Over Last Week's Season Premiere
TV Land spins the numbers for Wednesday, January 20.

[01/21/10 - 02:47 PM]
Food Network, HGTV Return to Cablevision
"We'd like to thank our customers for their patience and understanding as we worked with Scripps to reach an agreement that is fair," said John Bickham.

[01/21/10 - 02:32 PM]
USA Premieres White Collar on Tuesday Nights to Record Demos and a Younger Audience
USA spins the numbers for Tuesday, January 19.

[01/21/10 - 02:27 PM]
Showtime Sports(R) Announces 'Inside Nascar' Talent: Chris Myers, Randy Pemberton, Brad Daugherty, Michael Waltrip
The series will launch Wednesday, February 10 at 10:00/9:00c.

[01/21/10 - 02:02 PM]
Tell All the PeoplE... the Music of Legendary Rock Group the Doors Will Play Exclusively Throughout the Episode of "Cold Case" on Sunday, FeB. 21
The featured songs will be "Light My Fire," "Waiting for the Sun," "Love Her Madly," "Wild Child," "Riders on the Storm," "Moonlight Drive" and "People Are Strange."

[01/21/10 - 01:18 PM]
TNT Aggressively Expands Original Programming Slate by Greenlighting Three New Original Series
TNT has ordered 10 episodes of each of the series, with plans to have DELTA BLUES and RIZZOLI & ISLES premiere in 2010 and the untitled alien-invasion series debut in 2011.

[01/21/10 - 12:04 PM]
Multi-Talented Actor, Comedian, Radio Personality and Best-Selling Author Steve Harvey Named New Host of "Family Feud"
The long-running game show begins its 12th season this fall.

[01/21/10 - 11:14 AM]
Kimora Lee Simmons Is Back for a New Season of "Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane" Premiering March 21 on the Style Network
Plus: look for "Kimora's Home Movies: Baby Kenzo's Birth," a stand-alone special, on Sunday, February 14 at 10:00/9:00c.

[01/21/10 - 11:08 AM]
Bravo's "The Millionaire Matchmaker" Delivers Series' Highest Rated Premiere Ever
Bravo spins the numbers for Tuesday, January 19.

[01/21/10 - 11:04 AM]
A&E Network and Bio Channel Present "Private Sessions: Songs for Haiti" Sunday, January 24 from 8-10am ET/PT
Host Lynn Hoffman will revisit the series' best performances highlighted by new messages from guests Barry Manilow, Dee Snider, Annie Lenox and more.

[01/21/10 - 11:03 AM]
FOX Reality Channel's Most Successful Original Franchise Solitary Returns with an All New Season of Solitary V4.0
The cable channel confirms the show's return date as Saturday, January 30 at 10:00/9:00c.

[01/21/10 - 10:09 AM]
Oxygen Takes Hit Series "Bad Girls Club" to Miami for Fifth Season
The series is "currently casting for the new season and looking for some local flavor, holding a casting call in Miami, Saturday, January 23."

[01/21/10 - 09:20 AM]
'Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief' Adds New Musical Performances and Celebrity Participants to Superstar Lineup
Newly added performers are Beyonce in London, Madonna in New York City, and Haitian artist Emeline Michel in Los Angeles.

[01/21/10 - 09:20 AM]
Criminals Minds Posts Largest Audience and Highest Key Demo Ratings Since Its Season Premiere
CBS spins the numbers for Wednesday, January 20.

[01/21/10 - 09:10 AM]
Modern Family and Cougar Town Post Best Results Since September
ABC spins the numbers for Wednesday, January 20.

[01/21/10 - 08:35 AM]
BBC America to Broadcast Live Six Nations Rugby Championship
BBC AMERICA's first match will be from London, where England faces off against Wales, on Saturday, February 6.

[01/21/10 - 08:32 AM]
NBC Announces That Jay Leno Will Return to Host 'The Tonight Show' from 11:35 P.M.-12:35 A.M. (ET) Beginning March 1
Plus: "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" will continue to be broadcast from 12:35-1:35 a.m. (ET).

[01/21/10 - 08:21 AM]
Statement from NBC and Conan O'Brien
O'Brien will make his final appearance as host of "The Tonight Show" on January 22.

[01/21/10 - 08:20 AM]
CBS Announces the 11 Teams Racing in the Emmy Award-Winning Series, "The Amazing Race," Premiering February 14
Season 16 features teams from all walks of life, including "couples, parents, siblings, friends, models, lawyers, detectives and even cowboys."

[01/21/10 - 07:44 AM]
Robot Chicken Gets Unprecedented Two-Season Pick-Up
The 40-episode pick-up will cover seasons five and six.

[01/21/10 - 06:52 AM]
Big Mountain Skiing and a Boy's Coming of Age Meet at the Edge of Never Premiering Friday, February 5 at 8 PM (ET/PT) on Showtime
The film is "an exhilarating skiing documentary with breathtaking action footage blended with a touching story of a boy's rite of passage."

[01/21/10 - 06:14 AM]
Plant Green to Debut World Television Premiere of Film What's on Your Plate?
The project will air on Saturday, February 6 at 10:00/9:00c as part of the network's REEL IMPACT weekly documentary strand.

[01/21/10 - 05:09 AM]
R&b Superstar Omarion Heats Up Thursday Nights on MTV as the Network Names Him the New Judge of Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew
He'll replace Shane Sparks on the new season, due Thursday, January 28 at 10:00/9:00c.

[01/20/10 - 10:01 PM]
Roddenberry Productions in Development with Imagine Entertainment on Classic Gene Roddenberry Pilot 'The Questor Tapes'
Tim Minear is in talks to pen the pilot, about "an android with incomplete memory tapes who searches for his creator and his purpose."

[01/20/10 - 06:17 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, January 20
Updates include: ABC adds three drama pilots; Carter MacIntyre joins NBC's "Undercovers"; and FOX orders "Strange Brew" from David Kohan and Max Mutchnick.

[01/20/10 - 02:13 PM]
NBC Extends Scripted Series, Confirms Orders
"Trauma," "Law & Order," "Parks & Recreation," "Community" and "Law & Order: SVU" have each been asked for two to four additional episodes.

[01/20/10 - 01:53 PM]
NBC Primetime Results for the Week of JaN. 11-17
NBC spins the numbers for the week of January 11-17.

[01/20/10 - 01:17 PM]
A&E Greenlights David Hasselhoff Real-Life Docu-Series
The series, slated for 2010, will "take a behind-the-scenes look into the life of 'The Hoff' focusing on his multiple entertainment and business endeavors."

[01/20/10 - 01:12 PM]
Syfy Original Movie House of Bones, Starring Charisma Carpenter, Lifts Channel to #1 in Prime Among Adults 25-54 on Saturday, January 16
Syfy spins the numbers for Saturday, January 16.

[01/20/10 - 01:00 PM]
Spring Schedule for ESPN Films' Acclaimed '30 for 30' Series Announced
Also: "Run Ricky Run," Sean Pamphilon's "intimate portrait of embattled football player Ricky Williams' hiatus from football," has been added to the roster.

[01/20/10 - 12:29 PM]
Legendary R&b Singer Jill Scott to Star in Lifetime Movie Network's Sins of the Mother
The adaptation of Carleen Brice's novel will premiere Sunday, February 21 at 8:00/7:00c.

[01/20/10 - 12:16 PM]
60 Minutes Makes Top 10 for Eighth Time in 11 Weeks
CBS spins the numbers for Sunday, January 17.

[01/20/10 - 12:08 PM]
AMC Orders Two Pilots, Building on Network's Original Programming Strategy
"The Killing" and "The Walking Dead" are the fourth and fifth drama pilot orders from the network to date.

[01/20/10 - 11:25 AM]
FOX Kicks Off a Mighty Midseason!
FOX spins the numbers for the week of January 11-17.

[01/20/10 - 11:05 AM]
ABC Family Sets All Time Weekly Highs in Prime in Teens and Female Teens
ABC Family spins the numbers for the week of January 11-17.

[01/20/10 - 10:30 AM]
ABC Posts Its 2nd-Highest-Rated Week Among Adults 18-49 Since November
ABC spins the numbers for the week of January 11-17.

[01/20/10 - 10:26 AM]
CBS and Sears to Launch First-Ever Online Survivor(Tm) "Casting Call" Contest
One lucky fan will win a trip to Los Angeles to audition in front of the casting team for a potential spot on an upcoming season.

[01/20/10 - 10:25 AM]
Drama, Comedy and Football Lead CBS to a Weekly Win in Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
CBS spins the numbers for the week of January 11-17.

[01/20/10 - 09:10 AM]
Special Tribute to Michael Jackson to Feature Never-Before-Seen "This Is It" Tour Film in 3-D on "The 52nd Annual Grammy(R) Awards"
Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Smokey Robinson, Carrie Underwood and Usher will all be featured in the tribute.

[01/20/10 - 06:03 AM]
Interview: "Being Erica" Creator Jana Sinyor

[01/20/10 - 06:02 AM]
Interview: "Solving History" Star Olly Steeds

[01/20/10 - 05:53 AM]
Chef Emeril Lagasse and Ion Television Break Bread with New Original Series
The hour-long program will air on Sundays at 8:00/7:00c beginning March 28.

[01/19/10 - 07:33 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, January 19
Updates include: Twentieth renews "5th Grader" in syndication; Russell T. Davies bringing "Torchwood" to FOX; and a slew of pilots get greenlighted.

[01/19/10 - 06:48 PM]
Brian Austin Green and Oscar(R) Nominee Graham Greene Star in 'The Wild Girl' a Hallmark Movie Channel Hd Original Movie Premiering April 24
The film is the first original movie to be produced for the successful sister network of Hallmark Channel.

[01/19/10 - 06:12 PM]
'Invasion' Costars Eddie Cibrian and Lisa Sheridan Reunite in 'Healing Hands,' a Hallmark Channel in Hd Original Movie Premiering March 20
Patrick Duffy and Meagan Fay also star in the project, from Larry Levinson Productions.

[01/19/10 - 04:28 PM]
Exclusive: FOX Confirms State of the Union Plans
"American Idol" will air at 8:00/7:00c on Wednesday, January 27, bumping "Human Target" to Tuesday, January 26 at 9:00/8:00c.

[01/19/10 - 03:14 PM]
'Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief' Announces Lineup of Superstar Musical Performances
Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, Shakira, Sting, Justin Timberlake, Taylor Swift and Rihanna are among the featured performers.

[01/19/10 - 01:27 PM]
Nickelodeon Scores Record-Breaking Night with Brand-New Icarly and Big Time Rush Debut
Nickelodeon spins the numbers for Monday, January 18.

[01/19/10 - 12:32 PM]
ABC and Cafe Press Form Visionary Relationship to Let Viewers Take the Reins to Create Authorized Show Merchandise
"Lost," "Desperate Housewives," "Grey's Anatomy," "Scrubs" and "Legend of the Seeker" are among the initial offerings.







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[12/18/24 - 11:04 AM]
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The returning housemates are Amanda Batula, Kyle Cooke, Paige DeSorbo, Lindsay Hubbard, Ciara Miller, Gabby Prescod, Carl Radke, Jesse Solomon and West Wilson.

[12/18/24 - 11:03 AM]
Discovery Channel January Programming Highlights
This January, all-new series "Harpoon Hunters," premieres on Discovery Channel alongside new seasons of "Moonshiners: Master Distiller," "Expedition X," "Expedition Bigfoot," and "Outback Opal Hunters."

[12/18/24 - 10:39 AM]
"The Challenge" Brings Fan-Favorite Rivals Twist to All Stars in New Season
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[12/18/24 - 10:28 AM]
AXS TV Presents "Hangover from Hell" - A New Year's Day Marathon Featuring 16 Fiery Episodes of "Hell's Kitchen" on Wed., Jan. 1 Starting at 12 PM EST
"Hangover from Hell" will feature some of the most memorable and heated moments from the series, guaranteeing an entertaining start to the new year.

[12/18/24 - 10:21 AM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Hits Season Highs in Total Viewers, Households and Women 25-54 with Best Numbers Since April
In addition, "Live" posted week-to-week gains of +12% in Women 25-54 (0.47 rating vs. 0.42 rating), hitting a season high and posting the show's second week of growth in the demographic with its best delivery in three months.

[12/18/24 - 09:31 AM]
Discovery Follows Elite New England Fisherman as They Spear Big Game Fish Worth Thousands in "Harpoon Hunters," Premiering January 24 at 9PM ET/PT
Each summer on Cape Cod, multi-generational fishing families race against the clock - and each other - to catch highly valuable Atlantic bluefin tuna using only 10-foot electrified spears.

[12/18/24 - 09:20 AM]
Shocking True Crime Docuseries "The Bunker" Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, January 16, 2025 on Viaplay
The three-part documentary follows a woman revisiting her past trauma of being abducted, held in a bunker, and making a shocking escape.

[12/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Molly-Mae: Behind It All" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
"Molly-Mae: Behind It All" will take you beyond the headlines of the UK's #1 influencer to uncover the real Molly-Mae.

[12/18/24 - 08:57 AM]
ABC News Announces Two-Hour Primetime Special - "The Year: 2024" - Hosted by "Good Morning America" Co-Anchor Robin Roberts
This two-hour primetime special revisits the most iconic and memorable moments of this year, from the historic news events, social trends and legal decisions in the headlines to the breakout stars, celebrities and champions who had everyone talking.

[12/18/24 - 08:32 AM]
Spend Christmas Day with Disney+
This Christmas Day, Disney+ is offering subscribers a robust slate of live programming, new Originals, and holiday favorites, plus an exclusive offer to make the holiday even brighter.

[12/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: Gather 'Round Faithfuls! Peacock Debuts Official Trailer for Season 3 of "The Traitors"
Following the three-episode premiere on January 9, new episodes will drop weekly on Thursdays at 6pm PT/9pm ET, with the finale and reunion set for March 6 on Peacock.

[12/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Netflix & Skydance Sports Announce New Docuseries on Tennis Icon Rafael Nadal
One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Rafael Nadal reflects on the milestones that defined him and the final chapter of his legendary journey.

[12/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Paramount+ Original Korean Series "Queen Woo" to Premiere on December 23
The brand-new period drama series from South Korea will be available exclusively on the service in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, Latin America, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and France.

[12/18/24 - 08:00 AM]
Prime Video's "Clean Slate," Starring Laverne Cox and George Wallace, to Premiere February 6
This heartfelt comedy follows Harry (Wallace), an old-school car wash owner in Alabama who has a lot of soul searching to do when the child he once called "son" returns after 17 years as a proud trans woman named Desiree (Cox).

[12/18/24 - 07:20 AM]
OWN's Hit Dating Series "Ready to Love" Sets Its Sights on Singles in Philadelphia for Its Milestone 10th Season
Hosted by comedian and actor, Thomas "Nephew Tommy" Miles, the dating series explores the real-life romantic rollercoasters of successful and striking men and women in their 30s and 40s as they search for authentic relationships.