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[04/04/11 - 11:06 PM]
Booth and Brennan Go on a Treasure Hunt on An All-New "Bones" Thursday, April 21, on FOX
Geoff Stults, Michael Clarke Duncan and Saffron Burrows guest star in the episode, a backdoor pilot for a proposed spin-off.

[04/04/11 - 10:34 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 4
Updates include: Jennifer Johnson, Greg Plageman to run pilots; "Mr. Sunshine" co-creators stick with Sony; and Miranda Lambert to develop a new drama for ABC Family.

[04/04/11 - 07:24 PM]
Friday's Cable Ratings: Solid Start for Starz's "Camelot"
The show's two-hour premiere bests the launch of "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena."

[04/04/11 - 05:04 PM]
HGTV Green Home Giveaway 2011 Kicks Off April 14
Plus: look for the "HGTV Green Home 2011" special premiering on Saturday, April 16 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/04/11 - 02:16 PM]
Catch a Sneak Peek of FOX's New Comedy "Breaking In"
Viewers can visit GetGlue, a leading social network for entertainment, to see the show's first five minutes.

[04/04/11 - 01:47 PM]
The CW and Ford Partner to Give Away One 2012 Ford Focus Each Night During the Week of April 4
Michael Steeger, Tika Sumpter, Robert Buckley, Nigel Barker, Sara Rue, Katerina Graham and Cassidy Freeman are among those featured in the branded spots.

[04/04/11 - 12:14 PM]
"The Borgias" Posts Best Ratings For A New Showtime Drama Series In Seven Years
Showtime spins the numbers for Sunday, April 3.

[04/04/11 - 11:49 AM]
1.9 Million Viewers Watched "The Kennedys" World Premiere on ReelzChannel
ReelzChannel spins the numbers for Sunday, April 3.

[04/04/11 - 11:48 AM]
Emmy and Golden Globe Award Winner Tom Selleck Stars in "Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost," A New Television Movie to Be Broadcast Sunday, May 22
CBS details the upcoming seventh film in the series of television movies.

[04/04/11 - 11:42 AM]
The Style Network's #1 Series "Jerseylicious" Returns for 20 All-New Episodes in the Most Dramatic Season Yet Beginning Sunday, May 15 at 8PM ET/PT
Plus: Vivica A. Fox will host "Jerseylicious: Wild and Untamed," a two-part reunion special airing May 8 and May 15.

[04/04/11 - 11:12 AM]
Warlocks and Winning and Tiger's Blood Oh My! "E! True Hollywood Story: Charlie Sheen" April 6th At 10:00 PM Only On E!
Daniel Baldwin, Bret Michaels and Heidi Fleiss are among those interviewed for the special.

[04/04/11 - 10:05 AM]
Weigel Broadcasting Co.'s "Me-TV" Exceeds 45% Clearance Mark Finalizing Deals With 14 Domestic Station Groups
Me-TV's programs include "M*A*S*H," "Perry Mason," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "The Dick Van Dyke Show," "The Bob Newhart Show," the original "Star Trek" and "Hawaii Five-0" series, in addition to 60 others.

[04/04/11 - 09:39 AM]
Animal Planet and GlobalGiving Join Forces to Maximize Fundraising for the Network's Charitable Giving Initiative - R.O.A.R.
The network's non-profit initiative stands for Reach Out. Act. Respond.

[04/04/11 - 09:38 AM]
Mike Rowe to Narrate Epic New Series "Human Planet," Premiering April 10 at 8PM on Discovery Channel
The "Dirty Jobs" host is also the voice behind the network's "Deadliest Catch" and "Wild Pacific."

[04/04/11 - 09:35 AM]
First-Ever 24/7 Broadcast Television Network Created Exclusively for African Americans to Launch This Fall: Bounce TV to Feature Movies, Sports, Specials, Series, Inspirational Faith-Based Programming and More
The new network made the first in what-will-be a series of programming acquisition announcements today, acquiring the television rights to nearly 400 African American-skewing motion pictures.

[04/04/11 - 09:20 AM]
"The 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards" Tops Sunday in All Key Measures
CBS spins the numbers for Sunday, April 3.

[04/04/11 - 09:17 AM]
Oxygen Media Announces Three New Series in Development: "Maids of Drama," "Lost Angels" and "My Post Grad Life" (Working Titles)
Plus: "Hair Battle Spectacular" renewed for a second season; "The World According to Paris" to bow Wednesday, June 1.

[04/04/11 - 09:16 AM]
Season Two of "24 Hour Restaurant Battle" Premieres Thursday, April 21st at 10pm ET/PT on Food Network
Scott Conant hosts the new season, which will once again give "two teams have 24 hours to conceive, plan and open their own dream restaurants for one night."

[04/04/11 - 09:16 AM]
Oxygen Launches New Night of Originals Beginning Sunday, June 12 With "The Glee Project"
Darren Criss will be a guest mentor to the contenders in the premiere episode.

[04/04/11 - 08:55 AM]
ABC Posts Its Top Sunday in 4 Weeks
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, April 3.

[04/04/11 - 08:42 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "Academy of Country Music Awards" Spark CBS Win
The 46th annual event is on par with last year's numbers.

[04/04/11 - 07:51 AM]
President Clinton Announces MTV and College Board Collaboration on First-Ever Social Media Tool for Financial Aid
The two - with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation - will develop a first of its kind social media tool to help students find money for college.

[04/04/11 - 07:47 AM]
"Watch What Happens: Live" Celebrates 100th Episode Airing Thursday, April 7 at 11PM ET/PT
Plus: Bravo has officially greenlit the series for a fifth season, which is slated to begin September 2011.

[04/04/11 - 07:09 AM]
Critically-Acclaimed Drama Series "Rake" Acquired by DirecTV
The Australian drama focuses on the chaotic world of a criminal defense barrister, Cleaver Greene (Richard Roxburgh).

[04/04/11 - 06:01 AM]
Spike TV's New Game Show "Repo Games" Premieres Tuesday, April 26 at 8:00PM ET/PT
Real-life repo men Josh Lewis and Tom DeTone host the series, which visits Dallas and Los Angeles in season one.

[04/04/11 - 06:01 AM]
NBC, Electus and Host Elle Macpherson Search for the Next Big "Fashion Star"
The series is "designed not only to groom and discover America's next popular brand, but also allow viewers at home to buy the winning designs each week."

[04/04/11 - 05:17 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: NCAA Final Four Big for CBS
Plus: the Elton John-hosted "Saturday Night Live" delivers a 5.0 rating/12 share in the metered markets.

[04/04/11 - 05:05 AM]
"The Celebrity Apprentice" Breaks Series Record With Over $1.6 Million Raised for Charity in a Single Non-Finale Episode
The Peacock details last night's installment of the reality competition series.

[04/03/11 - 03:44 PM]
Video: "ThunderCats" Ho! All-New Trailer from WonderCon!
The all-new animated series is due this summer on the cable channel.

[04/03/11 - 12:53 PM]
Final Four Delivers Highest Overall Ratings since 2005
Turner Sports and CBS Sports spin the numbers for Saturday, April 2.

[04/02/11 - 07:30 PM]
Winners Announced of Coveted Orange Blimps at Nickelodeon's 2011 Kids' Choice Awards
Kids paid tribute to their favorites by casting a record-breaking 200 million votes March 7-April 2 in 20 categories.

[04/02/11 - 07:19 PM]
Marvel Television Announces Adrian Pasdar and Milo Ventimiglia for "Iron Man" and "Wolverine" Anime Series To Air On G4 July 2011
"Adrian and Milo are perfect as Iron Man and Wolverine," said Jeph Loeb. "It's extremely exciting to see these talented guys take on two of the most iconic Super Hero roles of all time."

[04/02/11 - 08:59 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: Rough Start for CBS's "Chaos"
The newcomer is down from previous time slot holder "The Defenders" by wide margins.

[04/02/11 - 08:58 AM]
ABC Hits a 7-Week High on Friday as "Shark Tank" and "20/20" Post Gains
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, April 1.

[04/01/11 - 10:59 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 1
Updates include: Eddie Izzard plots FX return; Christopher Lloyd joins NBC's Dan Goor comedy; and Burt Reynolds joins CMT's "Reel Love" original movie.

[04/01/11 - 04:42 PM]
Prepare to Be "Mobbed" Again, America! FOX Orders Eight Additional One-Hour Episodes
Last night's debut episode was the most-watched unscripted telecast to follow an "American Idol" episode in over two years.

[04/01/11 - 04:23 PM]
Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Jersey Shore Reunion" Gets It Done
The show's reunion is up 33% from last season's special.

[04/01/11 - 03:24 PM]
Paris Hilton to Guest Star on MTV's "The Hard Times of RJ Berger"
Said installment airs this Monday at 10:00/9:00c on the network.

[04/01/11 - 02:02 PM]
Lifetime Books "Holloway" Sequel, Reality Series for Monday, May 9
"Vanished With Beth Holloway" will then regularly air Wednesdays at 9:00/8:00c on the cable channel.

[04/01/11 - 01:43 PM]
MTV's "Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory" Premieres Monday, April 4 at 10:30 P.M. ET/PT Featuring Special Guest Appearance by Justin Bieber
The cable channel offers up a sneak preview of the new season.

[04/01/11 - 01:18 PM]
"Swamp People" Season 2 Premiere Up Double Digits in All Key Demos
History spins the numbers for Thursday, March 31.

[04/01/11 - 11:51 AM]
Following the Efforts to Rescue One Endangered Oiled Pelican, "Saving Pelican 895" Debuts April 20, Exclusively on HBO
The 45-minute documentary comes from director Irene Taylor Brodsky ("The Final Inch" and "Hear and Now").

[04/01/11 - 11:03 AM]
HBO Sets Summer Premieres: "True Blood" Returns June 26, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" on July 10 and "Entourage" on July 24
The pay channel confirms its summer return dates.

[04/01/11 - 10:29 AM]
Cake Decorating Queen Ashley Vicos Takes Her Over-The-Top Creations and Outrageous Staff on the Road in "Have Cake Will Travel"
The seven-episode series is produced by Picture This Television and premieres on Tuesday, April 26 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/01/11 - 10:09 AM]
HBO, Tandem Communications, Scott Free Productions Develop "The Sector"
The Cinemax original series revolves around "the commander of a paramilitary unit who pursues a dangerous new race of genetically-enhanced humans."

[04/01/11 - 09:15 AM]
NBC's Vocal Competition Series "The Sing-Off" Is Searching for the Next A Cappella Singing Sensation
Casting calls begin next month in Boston, New York City, Nashville, Chicago and Los Angeles.

[04/01/11 - 09:01 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: "Grey's" Surges But Can't Catch "Idol"
The ABC drama was up 33% from last week's installment among adults 18-49.

[04/01/11 - 08:56 AM]
ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" Musical Episode Soars
ABC spins the numbers for Thursday, March 31.

[04/01/11 - 08:14 AM]
MTV Calls on Audience to Live a GYT Lifestyle
"MTV's Top 10 Most Outrageous Sex Myths," featuring various MTV talent, premieres Tuesday, April 26 at 8:30/7:30c.

[04/01/11 - 05:23 AM]
This Snake's Got Asp-irations: Animal Planet Announces Television Deal With @BronxZoosCobra
In some April Fools' fun, the cable channel "announces" a two-hour documentary about the Twitter parody.







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[08/26/26 - 10:45 AM]
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The groundbreaking reality series, which shifts to 90-minute weekly episodes beginning Wednesday, September 30 at 8:00 PM, returns with an all-new expanded class of dynamic and determined competitors.

[08/26/26 - 10:18 AM]
BET Brings Chris "CP" Powell's Acclaimed Comedy Special "Sunday After Six" to Screens September 1
Host of the revived "ComicView: Rooftop Series," Chris "CP" Powell brings his 90-minute stand-up special to the screen, centered on relatable life experiences and everyday scenarios as a Black man.

[08/26/26 - 10:05 AM]
TNT Sports Unveils Blockbuster 72-Game NHL on TNT Schedule for 2026-27 NHL Regular Season, Starting Wednesday, Sept. 30
The season will culminate with TNT Sports' presentation of the 2027 Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the 2027 Stanley Cup Final exclusively on TNT Sports platforms.

[08/26/26 - 10:03 AM]
ESPN Announces 100 Exclusive National Hockey League Games for 2026-27 Season
Of the 100 exclusive games, 53 matchups will be available on ESPN and ABC, while the remaining 47 matchups can be streamed on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu.

[08/26/26 - 10:01 AM]
What's New on HBO Max This September
Highlights include Sharon Horgan's comedy "Youth" on September 20 and "4 Blocks" prequel series "4 Blocks Zero" on September 25.

[08/26/26 - 09:48 AM]
"Dolly: An NBC News Special" to Air Tonight at 9 P.M. ET
Anchored by Lester Holt, "Dolly: An NBC News Special" will look back at Parton's remarkable journey to stardom, her groundbreaking career and her lasting impact far beyond music.

[08/26/26 - 09:14 AM]
The 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Hosted by Kirk Franklin, Airs Sunday, August 30, on BET
Taped in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the Spectrum Center under this year's theme, "Feels Like Home," the ceremony brings together gospel's most celebrated artists, trailblazers, and rising stars for a night of worship, inspiration, and world-class performances.

[08/26/26 - 09:05 AM]
ESPN Premieres "Shooting Stars" and "13.4 Seconds to Nowhere" Aug. 27
The films were developed through a collaboration between ESPN, ESPN Deportes and Tribeca Studios to bring to life compelling stories at the intersection of sports and the Latino community.

[08/26/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Date, Key Art & Trailer Debut - Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season Five
Season five premieres with all five episodes on Thursday, September 10 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.

[08/26/26 - 09:01 AM]
"Jay-Z in 8," An HBO Original Documentary Series, Debuts September 18
In Rick Rubin's directorial documentary debut, the series unfolds over many hours of candid conversation between two creative superstars.

[08/26/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: BritBox Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for "Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence," Premiering September 15th
In the first contemporary English language television adaptation of Agatha Christie's stories, Tommy and Tuppence are a detective duo for the ages.

[08/26/26 - 08:46 AM]
Disney+ Greenlights New Romantic Comedy from Element Pictures and Sinestra
"Mad Love" (w/t) follows Maddy Caruso, a British wedding planner, for an eclectic list of clients in the stunning Italian countryside.

[08/26/26 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Wonka's The Golden Ticket" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In this one-of-a-kind reality competition, lucky players step inside Wonka's chocolate factory to face unpredictable games, tests and temptations.

[08/26/26 - 08:01 AM]
Unsuspecting Homeowners Get the Ultimate Renovation Surprise in New HGTV Series "House Shock" Premiering Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 9 pm ET/PT
Arielle Vandenberg will team up with expert contractor Steve Lewis to help pull off surprise overhauls of spaces the recipients have dreamed of updating, whether neglected, abandoned or just plain despised.

[08/26/26 - 08:00 AM]
Fever-Sky on "Sunday Night Basketball" on NBC and Peacock Is the Most-Watched WNBA Regular-Season Game Since Opening Weekend of League's Inaugural 1997 Season
The game peaked at 3.82 million viewers.