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[11/21/12 - 11:13 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, November 21
Updates include: Chevy Chase departs NBC's "Community"; Wole Parks joins Lifetime's "Devious Maids"; and Dennis Farina to visit FOX's "New Girl."

[11/21/12 - 04:44 PM]
Single-Camera "Up All Night" to Get One-Hour Send-Off on Thursday, December 13
NBC will relaunch the series as a multi-camera comedy next year.

[11/21/12 - 01:32 PM]
Tuesday's Cable Ratings: FX's "Sons of Anarchy" Rolls to Another Victory
Plus: numbers for MTV's "Underemployed," Bravo's "Million Dollar Decorators" and OWN's "Oprah: Where Are They Now?"

[11/21/12 - 12:20 PM]
It's "A Fairly Odd Christmas" on Nickelodeon with New Original Live-Action TV Movie, Premiering Thursday, Nov. 29, at 7 PM (ET/PT)
Drake Bell and Daniella Monet star in the project, based on the animated series "The Fairly OddParents."

[11/21/12 - 12:16 PM]
"Love You, Mean It With Whitney Cummings" Announces Celebrity Guest Lineup for November 28 Premiere Through the End of the Year
Mindy Kaling, Will Ferrell, Lizzy Caplan and Ginnifer Goodwin are all on tap.

[11/21/12 - 11:37 AM]
Nick News with Linda Ellerbee "Forgotten But Not Gone: Kids, HIV & AIDS" Premieres Monday, Nov. 26, at 8pm ET/PT
The special features kids who are living with or affected by AIDS and sheds some light on this important issue.

[11/21/12 - 10:01 AM]
ESPN Reaches 12-Year Agreement For New College Football Playoff
The agreement will begin after the 2014 regular season (including January 2015) and continue through after the 2025 regular season (January 2026).

[11/21/12 - 10:00 AM]
Exclusive World Premiere of will.i.am's New Video Featuring Britney Spears to Debut on "The X Factor," Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 8/7c!
"Scream and Shout" was released yesterday, Monday, November 19.

[11/21/12 - 09:27 AM]
CBS Wins Tuesday in Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
CBS spins the numbers for Tuesday, November 20.

[11/21/12 - 08:46 AM]
Each of ABC's Tuesday Shows Gain Audience Week to Week
ABC spins the numbers for Tuesday, November 20.

[11/21/12 - 08:45 AM]
"The Voice" Scores the #1 18-49 Rating of the Night, Winning the Time Period by a 10% Margin
NBC spins the numbers for Tuesday, November 20.

[11/21/12 - 08:26 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Pulls in Front in Viewers, Demos
The Eye's "Vegas" and ABC's "Private Practice" are the only series with week-to-week demo gains.

[11/21/12 - 08:05 AM]
Video: TBS Unveils Wine-Soaked Promo for "Cougar Town"
Said promo features the classic song "Spill the Wine" by Eric Burdon and War.

[11/21/12 - 07:42 AM]
Syfy Books "Merlin" Return, Nixes "Viral Video Showdown"
Plus: "Total Blackout" gets the hook until January on the cable channel.

[11/21/12 - 07:30 AM]
Mike Rowe Announces End of Discovery's "Dirty Jobs"
The news comes on the heels of last week's cancellation of fellow mainstay "American Chopper."

[11/20/12 - 11:02 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, November 20
Updates include: Hugh Laurie in talks to star in NBC's "Crossbones"; cast changes due on FOX's "The Mindy Project"; and "How I Met Your Mother" to air one-hour holiday special.

[11/20/12 - 04:58 PM]
Monday's Cable Ratings: "Monday Night Football" Continues Reign for ESPN
Plus: numbers for OWN's "Married to the Army," HBO's "Witness" and Nickelodeon's "TeenNick Halo Awards."

[11/20/12 - 02:44 PM]
ESPN and "Monday Night Football" Win the Night Among All Key Male and Adult Demos
ESPN spins the numbers for Monday, November 19.

[11/20/12 - 02:35 PM]
From Slaybells to Gingerdead Men, Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Investigation Discovery's "Nightmare Christmas" Special
The one-hour special premieres Thursday, December 13 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[11/20/12 - 01:28 PM]
Sunday's Cable Ratings: AMC's "Walking Dead" Remains Untouchable
Plus: numbers for OWN's "Oprah's Favorite Things," Food Network's "All-Star Family Cook-Off" and Lifetime's "Holiday Spin."

[11/20/12 - 01:23 PM]
Saturday's Cable Ratings: College Football, "Matchmaker Santa" Top Charts
Plus: numbers for TBS's "Wedding Band," Lifetime's "Holiday High School Reunion" and FX's "UFC 154 Preliminaries."

[11/20/12 - 12:05 PM]
Sweet! "90210" Celebrates Its 100th Episode
The anniversary installment - airing Monday, December 3 - features guest appearances by Denise Richards and Carmen Electra.

[11/20/12 - 11:56 AM]
"Curiosity" Traces How Humans Became the Most Successful Species on the Planet
"Mankind Rising" airs this Sunday, November 25 at 9:00/8:00c on Discovery.

[11/20/12 - 11:53 AM]
ABC Posts Saturday Night's Most-Viewed Program & Week's Two Most-Viewed College Football Games
ESPN spins the numbers for Saturday, November 17.

[11/20/12 - 11:39 AM]
Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" Remains a Holiday Tradition for Viewers with Third Straight Week at the Top
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, November 17.

[11/20/12 - 11:30 AM]
NBC Wins Its First November Sweep in Nine Years
NBC spins the numbers for the November sweeps period to date.

[11/20/12 - 11:28 AM]
ABC Ranks No. 1 for the November Sweep in the Non-Sports Adult 18-49 Averages
ABC spins the numbers for the November sweeps period to date.

[11/20/12 - 11:19 AM]
"Showdown Saturday" Will Include 16 of the Teams in the BCS Standings Across ESPN Networks
The networks of ESPN detail their schedules for the coming weekend.

[11/20/12 - 11:16 AM]
"CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" and "CSI: NY" Combine Forces in a Special Two-Part Crossover Airing in February 2013
Said event is set for Wednesday, February 6 and Friday, February 8.

[11/20/12 - 11:14 AM]
TLC Premieres the New Docu-Series "Sin City Rules" on Sunday, December 9 at 10/9c
The eight-episode series explores the lives of five high-powered women in Las Vegas.

[11/20/12 - 11:12 AM]
ABC News and People Magazine Present "The Year with Katie Couric"
The 90-minute special edition of "20/20" airs Wednesday, December 19 at 9:30/8:30c.

[11/20/12 - 10:52 AM]
Adult Swim Once Again Topped the Charts Last Week as Basic Cable's #1 Network in Total Day Among Adults 18-24, Adults 18-34 and Adults 18-49
Turner spins the numbers for the week of November 12-18.

[11/20/12 - 10:32 AM]
ABC Ranks No. 1 for the Season in the C3 Non-Sports Adult 18-49 Numbers
ABC spins the numbers for the week of November 12-18.

[11/20/12 - 10:30 AM]
Short-Form Series "Capture Your Story with Me Ra Koh" and "DADS" Join Disney Junior Night Light in December
Also premiering in December are new installments of "That's Fresh" and "DJ Tales."

[11/20/12 - 10:05 AM]
Disney Channel Crowned TV's #1 Network in Total Day for Record 75 Consecutive Weeks in Kids 6-11 and Tweens 9-14
Disney Channel spins the numbers for the week of November 12-18.

[11/20/12 - 10:00 AM]
FOX Stars Join Fox Audience Strategy to Celebrate Creative Arts Education
The PSA was developed in connection with the NAHYP awards, which were announced in a special ceremony at the White House today.

[11/20/12 - 10:00 AM]
CBS Sweeps Week in Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49 (Tie)
CBS spins the numbers for the week of November 12-18.

[11/20/12 - 09:56 AM]
"Live with Kelly and Michael" Hits Multi-Month Highs in Households, Viewers and Key Women
Disney-ABC Domestic Television spins the numbers for the week of November 5-9.

[11/20/12 - 09:46 AM]
Brian Dennehy Guest Stars in "The Big C: hereafter" on Showtime(R)
He'll appear in one installment as Cathy's (Laura Linney) and Sean's (John Benjamin Hickey) father.

[11/20/12 - 09:43 AM]
In a Network First, USA Offers Entire "Suits" Series on Demand and Online
The 22 episodes aired to date will be available on most carriers.

[11/20/12 - 09:31 AM]
Notre Dame Football on NBC Scores Most-Watched Season Since 2005
NBC spins the numbers for its Notre Dame coverage to date.

[11/20/12 - 09:07 AM]
"Katie" is Up Week to Week in Viewers and Equals its Best Ever Women 18-34 Rating
Disney-ABC Domestic Television spins the numbers for the week of November 5-9.

[11/20/12 - 09:05 AM]
Starz Cancels "Boss" After Two Seasons
Lionsgate Television however is in talks with the pay channel for a two-hour movie to wrap up the series.

[11/20/12 - 08:51 AM]
ABC's "Dancing" and "Castle" Post Gains on Monday
ABC spins the numbers for Monday, November 19.

[11/20/12 - 08:44 AM]
NBC Finishes #1 or Tied for #1 During Seven of the Season's First Eight Weeks for the First Time in 10 Years
NBC spins the numbers for the week of November 12-18.

[11/20/12 - 08:42 AM]
"The Voice" Delivers the #1 Rating of the Night in Adults 18-49
NBC spins the numbers for Monday, November 19.

[11/20/12 - 08:29 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, "The Voice" Top Demos for 10th Straight Week
The Peacock holds onto the crown despite a season low from the reality competition.

[11/20/12 - 08:01 AM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Greenlights "L.A. Frock Stars" Featuring Vintage Clothing Guru Doris Raymond
The six-episode unscripted series, a first for Smithsonian Channel, is set to premiere Thursday, March 7 at 8:00/7:00c.

[11/20/12 - 08:00 AM]
EPIX Kicks Off 2013 with the Premiere of "The Hunger Games"
It is currently the 3rd largest U.S. film of the year and ranked 13th among the all time highest grossing films.

[11/20/12 - 07:26 AM]
Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri Return to Coach Eight Celebrity Contestants in New Season of "Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off"
Said participants include Chilli, Gilbert Gottfried, Cornelia Guest, Dean McDermott, Kathy Najimy, Hines Ward, Carnie Wilson and Johnny Weir.







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[10/23/25 - 02:33 PM]
Largest Audience for "NBA Tip-Off" Doubleheader Since 2010 as NBA Returned to NBC and Debuted on Peacock
Tuesday night's audience across NBC and Peacock peaked at 7.1 million viewers from 10:45-11 p.m. ET as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder to a one-point win over the Houston Rockets in double overtime.

[10/23/25 - 02:28 PM]
The 305 Just Got Hotter: "Love & Hip Hop: Miami" Moves to BET Season 7 Premieres Tuesday, November 4 at 8 PM ET/PT
The upcoming seventh season dives deeper than ever into Miami's thriving entertainment scene, following a cast of stars who are rebuilding, rebranding, and redefining success in real time.

[10/23/25 - 01:30 PM]
Critically Acclaimed Noir Thriller, "Dark Winds," to Return to AMC and AMC+ Sunday, February 15
The series' gripping fourth season focuses on the search for a missing Navajo girl, which takes Leaphorn, Chee and Manuelito from the safety of Navajo Nation to the gritty terrain of 1970s Los Angeles in a race against the clock to save her from an obsessive killer with ties to organized crime.

[10/23/25 - 12:01 PM]
Video: BET+ Releases Trailer for Horror Film "A Demon's Revenge"
In the film, following the bloodshed in Belize, Peaches, played by Jhoné Lucas, delves deeper into Caribbean folklore and the terrifying truth that lurks beneath.

[10/23/25 - 12:00 PM]
FOX Entertainment Acquires Equity Stake in Chain, Forging Strategic Partnership with Experiential Food Phenomenon Co-Founded by B.J. Novak
Included in the investment is a first look development deal through Chain Media.

[10/23/25 - 11:28 AM]
"High Potential" Rises to Season High as Show Nears Fall Finale
ABC's popular drama rose to a multiplatform season high in Total Viewers (12.50 million) and Adults 18-49 (2.31 rating) after seven days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms.

[10/23/25 - 11:13 AM]
USA Network Renews "The Rainmaker" for Second Season
Across the first nine premiere episodes of the season, "The Rainmaker" has averaged 1.3 million total viewers.

[10/23/25 - 11:06 AM]
Global Box Office Sensation "Wicked" Arrives Nov. 19 on NBC
The NBC telecast of "Wicked" leads up to the November 21 premiere of "Wicked: For Good," the epic finale to the global cultural phenomenon.

[10/23/25 - 11:01 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Releases Official Trailer for New Documentary "My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story"
The powerful two-part documentary premieres Thursday, November 13, exclusively on Paramount+.

[10/23/25 - 11:00 AM]
What's New on HBO Max This November
New original series include "I Love LA" and "The Seduction"; as well as documentaries "Alex vs ARod," "One to One: John & Yoko," and "Thoughts & Prayers."

[10/23/25 - 10:31 AM]
Definitive Kevin Durant Doc Series Underway for Netflix from OBB Pictures and Boardroom
Production will continue shooting into the current season and for years beyond as he approaches the final chapters of his career.

[10/23/25 - 10:04 AM]
"Merry Little Mystery" - Starring Jordin Sparks & Keon Alexander Streaming on The Roku Channel November 19th
Natasha Maxwell spends the holidays at her grandparent's house in the tiny town of Roundtop, where she grew up.

[10/23/25 - 10:00 AM]
HBO Original Documentary "One to One: John & Yoko" Debuts November 14
A rare and revelatory inside look at John Lennon and Yoko Ono's first year in New York City in the early 1970s, the film delivers an immersive, cinematic experience that brings to life a chapter of explosive creativity and political activism in their lives.

[10/23/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Holiday" (2025) Official Trailer - The Roku Channel
Celebrity bakers Baron Davis, Cheri Oteri, Oliver Hudson, and Janelle James swap the spotlight for spatulas, as they take on three holiday-themed challenges and vie for the coveted Star Baker crown.

[10/23/25 - 09:01 AM]
Country Music Icon Reba McEntire Set to Take the Stage as Host of "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" Special
The annual two-hour telecast will air live Wednesday, December 3 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and simulcast on Peacock.