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[05/06/15 - 11:29 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, May 6 - Odds & Ends
Updates include: FOX's "The Mindy Project" looking for new home at Hulu; Tim Doyle, Dan Sterling land showrunner gigs; and NBC may look to revive "The Maya Rudolph Show."

[05/06/15 - 10:01 PM]
"American Idol" Voting Results for May 6
Next week, someone's life will change forever as the Top Three enter into the final two shows of the season.

[05/06/15 - 06:01 PM]
In a "Survivor" First, Fans Will Decide the 20 Castaways Who Will Compete in Fall Edition
The results will be revealed live by host and executive producer Jeff Probst during season 30's season finale live reunion show, Wednesday, May 20.

[05/06/15 - 03:34 PM]
The CW to Keep "iZombie" Alive for Second Season
Executive producer Rob Thomas took to Twitter with the news this afternoon.

[05/06/15 - 02:55 PM]
Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete to Star in New Docu-Series "For Peete's Sake" for OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
The series will follow the lives of husband and wife duo Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete as they juggle complicated career choices with their bustling family life.

[05/06/15 - 02:30 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, May 6 - "Supergirl" to Take Flight as Series at CBS
Melissa Benoist stars as Kara Zor-El in the DC Comics adaptation.

[05/06/15 - 02:04 PM]
ABC Family Casts Katherine McNamara as the Female Lead in Its Saga Series "Shadowhunters"
She'll play Clary Fray, who finds out on her birthday that she is not who she thinks she is but rather comes from a long line of Shadowhunters - human-angel hybrids who hunt down demons.

[05/06/15 - 01:43 PM]
Nickelodeon Rolls Out New "Blaze and the Monster Machines" Content Across TV, Digital and More for Month of May
Blaze and the Monster Machines follows the adventures of the amazing monster truck Blaze and his eight-year-old driver AJ, and it's the first preschool show on TV to comprehensively cover all areas of STEM in every episode.

[05/06/15 - 01:20 PM]
Presenters Announced for the "2015 Billboard Music Awards"
Plus: Molly Ringwald and Simple Minds will pay tribute to the 30th anniversary of "The Breakfast Club."

[05/06/15 - 01:12 PM]
Lorraine Toussaint, Thomas Q. Jones and Aisha Hinds to Lead Ensemble Cast in TV One's "Runaway Island"
This poignant film made with love, laughter and tears is slated to premiere Saturday, July 25 at 8:00/7:00c.

[05/06/15 - 12:07 PM]
TNT Updates Summer 2015 Schedule - "Public Morals" Moves to Aug. 25, While "Legends" Joins Packed Fall Slate
Also due this fall: the return of TNT's chart-topping hit "The Librarians" and the premiere of the new action-packed drama "Agent X."

[05/06/15 - 11:38 AM]
2015 Radio Disney Music Awards Prove Multiplatform Staying Power; Music Sales Grow for Featured Performers
Disney Channel further spins the numbers for Sunday, April 26.

[05/06/15 - 11:31 AM]
"The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir" Trailer and Key Art
Look for the film exclusively on Netflix beginning Friday, May 22.

[05/06/15 - 11:01 AM]
"Teen Beach 2" and "Best Friends Whenever" to Premiere on Disney Channel Friday, June 26
The former will be available one week earlier, Friday, June 19, to verified users on the WATCH Disney Channel app and WATCHDisneyChannel.com.

[05/06/15 - 10:24 AM]
Comedy Central Greenlights Animated Series "Legends of Chamberlain Heights"
The series' ten-episode season will premiere in 2016.

[05/06/15 - 10:16 AM]
Destination America's Finger Lickin' Series "BBQ Pitmasters" Returns with an All-Star Cast
Blind judging has left the circuit this season with competitors receiving immediate praise or heat from the judges for the first time ever.

[05/06/15 - 10:11 AM]
Lifetime Launches New Industry Initiative "Broad Focus" Advocating for More Women in Behind-the-Camera Roles
"There is a large, untapped well of female talent out there and we want to remain first in line to that source of creativity," said Nancy Dubuc.

[05/06/15 - 10:07 AM]
The Broadcast Television Journalists Association Announces Nominations for the 5th Annual Critics' Choice Television Awards
Said event will be broadcast live on A&E from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday, May 31 at 8:00/7:00c.

[05/06/15 - 10:03 AM]
Surprise! "I Still Didn't Know I Was Pregnant" Airs Tonight on TLC
Additionally, on June 10 at 9:00/8:00c, TLC will air another one-hour special, featuring more women who have found themselves in the same situation.

[05/06/15 - 09:03 AM]
National Geographic Channel Reveals the Competitive Forces Behind History's Most Remarkable Races for Innovation in New Miniseries Event "American Genius"
The eight-part docudrama event, from Stephen David Entertainment, premieres Monday, June 1 at 9:00/8:00c.

[05/06/15 - 08:49 AM]
"Chicago Fire" Wins the 10 P.M. Hour Among by a 45% Margin In 18-49
NBC spins the numbers for Tuesday, May 5.

[05/06/15 - 08:38 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Tops Viewers, Splits Demos with NBC
The Eye's "NCIS" edges out The Peacock's "The Voice" among adults 18-49 in the 8:00/7:00c hour.

[05/06/15 - 08:30 AM]
"Forever" Is Up 10% in Its Finale to Equal a 5-Month High in Adults 18-49
ABC spins the numbers for Tuesday, May 5.

[05/06/15 - 08:00 AM]
New Series Has Food Network Stars Sharing Their "Guilty Pleasures"
Over six episodes visit the locations and meet the chefs behind some of the most decadent food masterpieces, through the eyes of some of the biggest names in the culinary world today.

[05/06/15 - 07:28 AM]
Production Starts on Season 3 of Josh Thomas' "Please Like Me"
Emily Barclay is confirmed to join the cast for season three.

[05/06/15 - 06:27 AM]
BBC America's New Original Seven-Part Mini-Series "Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell" Premieres June 13
Eddie Marsan, Bertie Carvel, Charlotte Riley and Alice Englert star in the seven-part mini-series, which has been adapted from Susanna Clarke's bestselling novel by Peter Harness.

[05/05/15 - 11:32 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, May 5
Updates include: Hulu gives series commitment to "Myst"; Jamie Anne Allman, Derek Wilson board AMC's "Preacher"; and Cary Elwes, Cristina Rosato cast in Crackle's "The Art of More."

[05/05/15 - 03:18 PM]
Video: 2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: Trailer (HBO)
The annual telecast is set for Saturday, May 30 at 8:00/7:00c on the pay channel.

[05/05/15 - 02:34 PM]
The CW Pulls "Cedric's Barber Battle" from Friday Lineup
Back-to-back episodes of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" will now fill the 8:00/7:00c hour.

[05/05/15 - 02:31 PM]
Syfy and Steven Spielberg's Amblin Television Reuniting to Develop Aldous Huxley's Classic Novel "Brave New World"
In the series, humans are given mind-altering drugs, free sex and rampant consumerism are the order of the day, and people no longer reproduce but are genetically engineered in "hatcheries."

[05/05/15 - 02:15 PM]
BET Networks Addresses the Baltimore Uprising across Screens with Empowering Conversations On Air, Mobile, Social Media and the Web
"Baltimore Speaks: A BET Special" premieres Thursday, May 7 at 8:00/7:00c on the cable channel.

[05/05/15 - 01:07 PM]
It's Time to Get Saved with Lifetime(R)'s All-New Docuseries, "Preach" Premiering June 5
The six-episode series follows four powerful female leaders who believe God has given them the ability to heal the sick, see the future and rid people of their addictions.

[05/05/15 - 12:50 PM]
College Softball Conference Tournaments: 50 Games, 11 Championships
The ACC Championship Game (ESPN) and American Athletic Conference Championship Game (ESPN2) will be televised Saturday, May 9.

[05/05/15 - 12:45 PM]
Production Begins in Pittsburgh on WGN America's "Outsiders," New Original Drama Series from Peter Mattei, Peter Tolan and Paul Giamatti
David Morse, Joe Anderson, Thomas M. Wright and Ryan Hurst star in the 13-episode series, due in early 2016.

[05/05/15 - 12:34 PM]
U.S. Women's National Team Preps for World Cup in Two Send-Off Series Matches on FOX Sports 1
The series begins on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10, with an important friendly against the Republic of Ireland, followed by a match against Mexico on Sunday, May 17.

[05/05/15 - 12:24 PM]
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries' Original Movie, "Murder, She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery" Becomes the Network's Most-Watched Film Among W25-54, Households, and Total Viewers
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, May 2.

[05/05/15 - 12:01 PM]
C. Thomas Howell and Henry Rollins to Guest Star in ABC Family's New Procedural Drama "Stitchers"
Howell will guest star in a recurring role as Daniel, a mysterious person Kirsten (series star Emma Ishta) knew long ago.

[05/05/15 - 11:48 AM]
Esquire Network Partners with Buick for "Knife Fight" Season Three - Debuts Short-Form Series "Eat Like a Man"
Select episodes feature on-air "pantry tours" with host Ilan Hall sourcing the latest secret ingredients in the Buick Regal GS.

[05/05/15 - 11:46 AM]
Josh Charles Joins Hit Series "Masters of Sex" in a Major Guest-Starring Role
He'll play Daniel Logan, a self-made businessman working in the scent industry.

[05/05/15 - 11:03 AM]
E! Continues to Expand Pop Culture Prowess with Two New Series and Dynamic Original Development Slate
"The Comment Section" and "Just Jillian" are on tap for late summer 2015 and early 2016, respectively.

[05/05/15 - 10:08 AM]
Poppy Montgomery Guest Stars in "Signed, Sealed, Delivered: From Paris with Love" Premiering June 6
Eric Mabius, Kristin Booth, Crystal Lowe and Geoff Gustafson return for this world premiere two-hour movie from Martha Williamson.

[05/05/15 - 09:19 AM]
Chiller Unveils 2015-2016 Original Programming, Including Original Movies and Network's First-Ever Original Series
"Slasher" follows the plight of a young woman who returns to the small town where she was born, only to find herself the centerpiece in a series of horrifying copycat murders - based on the widely-known, grisly killings of her parents.

[05/05/15 - 09:14 AM]
HBO Offers Bonus Presentation of "Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck" Next Sunday, May 10
Widely acclaimed at film festivals and in its recent limited theatrical run, the documentary debuted Monday, May 4.

[05/05/15 - 09:06 AM]
"Conan" to Film from Comic-Con(R) International July 8-11
This will mark the first time ever a late-night show has broadcast from San Diego during Comic-Con.

[05/05/15 - 09:06 AM]
Get Ready for More "Comedy Bang! Bang!"
The talk show will continue on IFC with a fresh batch of 20, half-hour episodes in 2016.

[05/05/15 - 09:01 AM]
International Chart-Topping and Award-Winning Band One Direction Will Appear on "The Late Late Show with James Corden," Thursday, May 14
"James is one of our best mates, and we're so proud of the massive success his show is having in America," said Liam Payne. "We are currently working on a few surprises with James and his team that we hope our fans will enjoy."

[05/05/15 - 08:41 AM]
Crime Reporter Matt Doran Named Host of New First-Run Syndicated Series "Crime Watch Daily"
"Crime Watch Daily" is an upcoming one-hour, first-of-its-kind dynamic program that covers the world of crime, mystery and drama like no show on television today.

[05/05/15 - 08:35 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Voice" Extends Demo Win Streak to Four Weeks
The Peacock's reality franchise is still the show to beat on Mondays among adults 18-49.

[05/05/15 - 08:23 AM]
Global Superstar Mariah Carey Set to Perform on the "2015 Billboard Music Awards"
She joins previously announced musical performers Kelly Clarkson, Hozier, Nick Jonas, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Van Halen and more!

[05/05/15 - 07:50 AM]
Discovery Channel's "Street Outlaws" Takes the Race Nationwide When the Series Returns May 18 at 9PM ET/PT
Last year's season finale delivered more than 3 million total viewers.







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[10/15/25 - 01:01 PM]
Season 2 Announcement - "Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Deathwatch"
In this first-ever adaptation of the acclaimed stealth video game franchise, legendary agent Sam Fisher is drawn back into the field when a wounded young operative seeks out his help.

[10/15/25 - 01:01 PM]
Video: Apple TV Debuts First Look at "Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age," Featuring the Playful Snow Sloths of the Pleistocene
Narrated by Golden Globe and Olivier Award winner Tom Hiddleston, with an original score by Hans Zimmer, Anže Rozman, and Kara Talve for Bleeding Fingers Music, the five-part series premieres globally on Apple TV on November 26.

[10/15/25 - 12:30 PM]
Follow Chris Hemsworth and His Father, Craig, on a Deeply Emotional Road Trip Back in Time in "Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember"
The one-hour special premieres Sunday, November 23 at 9:00/8:00c on National Geographic and streams the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

[10/15/25 - 11:14 AM]
"OWN For the Holidays" Returns for Its Seventh Year with Three Festive New Movies
"Fake Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "The Christmas Showdown," and "Very Merry Mystery" will premiere on successive Saturdays beginning November 29.

[10/15/25 - 11:01 AM]
National Geographic Documents Athlete Jim Morrison's Unprecedented, Historic Ski Descent on North Face of Mount Everest on October 15, 2025
National Geographic Documentary Films once again teams with Oscar and BAFTA Award-winning directors Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin to film the exhilarating and heartbreaking odyssey for the upcoming documentary "Everest North" (wt).

[10/15/25 - 11:01 AM]
Prime Video Announces New Stand-Up Comedy Special "Kathleen Madigan - The Family Thread"
The one-hour special will premiere November 21 on Prime Video.

[10/15/25 - 10:01 AM]
"His & Hers" - Official First Look & Date Announcement
From visionary filmmaker William Oldroyd, this six-episode, twisty psychological thriller is adapted from Alice Feeney's novel of the same name and stars Tessa Thompson (who also executive produces) and Jon Bernthal.

[10/15/25 - 10:01 AM]
HBO and Raw Are in Production on a Documentary Series About the Epic Release of a Famous Whale
The series, directed by Becky Read, will debut on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max.

[10/15/25 - 09:37 AM]
Viaplay November 2025 Exclusive U.S. Premieres: "Vanguard"; "Meaning of Life," Season 2; "A Life's Worth"
"Vanguard" is a five-part, award-winning drama series featuring high-stakes deals, groundbreaking innovation, and fierce family rivalries.

[10/15/25 - 09:14 AM]
MGM+ Greenlights "Bosch: Start of Watch," A New Prequel Series to the Iconic Detective Franchise
The series stars Cameron Monaghan as rookie cop Harry Bosch and Omari Hardwick as veteran officer Eli Bridges.

[10/15/25 - 09:13 AM]
"Fire and Water: Making the Avatar Films" to Premiere Exclusively on Disney+ November 7
The two-part documentary provides a fascinating glimpse into the making of the Oscar-winning box office phenomenon "Avatar: The Way of Water" and a first look at the upcoming "Avatar: Fire and Ash," features exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, concept art, and interviews with cast and filmmakers.

[10/15/25 - 09:05 AM]
Video: NBC Releases Official Season 2 Trailer for Comedy Series "St. Denis Medical"
The series returns Monday, November 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on NBC with back-to-back episodes and will be available to stream on Peacock.

[10/15/25 - 09:02 AM]
Sirens On: BAFTA-Winning "Blue Lights" Returns to BritBox for Explosive Third Season
Other November highlights include "Belgravia," "Friday Night Dinner," and "Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators."

[10/15/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "All's Fair" - Meet the Women of All's Fair - Hulu
Starring Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close, "All's Fair" tells the story of a team of fierce female divorce attorneys who leave a male-dominated firm to start their own.

[10/15/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Tyler Perry's Finding Joy" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
Love finds you when you least expect it.