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[09/09/15 - 11:19 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, September 9
Updates include: Edward James Olmos cast in "Urban Cowboy" at FOX; trio set for OWN's "Greenleaf"; and Hank Azaria tapped for a role in HBO's "The Wizard of Lies."

[09/09/15 - 02:34 PM]
AMC Orders "Preacher" to Series
The Sony Pictures Television and AMC Studios co-production was developed for television by Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg ("This Is the End," "Superbad," "Neighbors") and showrunner Sam Catlin ("Breaking Bad").

[09/09/15 - 01:21 PM]
Oprah.com Launches New Two-Part O Course "21 Days to Happiness" from Best-Selling Author and Happiness Expert Shawn Achor
Part one of the course, "21 Days to a Happier Life" will begin on October 12 and part two, "21 Days to Inspire Happiness Around You," will begin on November 2.

[09/09/15 - 12:01 PM]
"Toy Story," "Wreck-It Ralph" and More Movies to Air During ABC Family's September "Funday" Programming Event
Follow Buzz and Woody as they attempt to make their way home, join Ralph as he goes on a journey of self-discovery, and cheer on Prince Phillip as he fights for love.

[09/09/15 - 11:12 AM]
The Premiere of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" Delivers 6.6 Million Viewers
CBS spins the late-night numbers for Tuesday, September 8.

[09/09/15 - 11:06 AM]
ESPN Films' "30 for 30 Volume III" to Launch this Fall with a Five-Week Run of New Documentaries
The first five documentaries in the 30-film flight will premiere this fall, every Tuesday in prime time on ESPN, for five straight weeks beginning October 13.

[09/09/15 - 10:40 AM]
Two-Time Emmy(R) Award-Winning Actress Patricia Heaton Serves Up Her Favorite Party-Friendly Bites, Cocktails and Decor in New Series "Patricia Heaton Parties"
The six-episode series premieres Saturday, October 24 at 12pm ET/PT.

[09/09/15 - 10:20 AM]
Oprah Winfrey's Interview with President Jimmy Carter to Kick Off All-New Season of "SuperSoul Sunday" on Sunday, September 27 on OWN
Upcoming episodes to feature The Dalai Lama, Shonda Rhimes, Malala Yousafzai and Gloria Steinem.

[09/09/15 - 10:16 AM]
Heroes, Super Heroes and a Wabbit Arrive at New York Comic Con on October 8-11
For the third year at NYCC, Warner Bros. Television will host preview night screenings at the Main Stage on Thursday, October 8.

[09/09/15 - 10:11 AM]
Lifetime's All-New Fashion Competition Series "Project Runway Junior" Premieres November 12
This next generation of up-and-coming fashionistas, ages 13 to 17, will be mentored by Emmy(R) Award winner Tim Gunn who co-hosts alongside supermodel Hannah Davis.

[09/09/15 - 09:56 AM]
3.7 Million Viewers Tune In for truTV's "Impractical Jokers 100th Episode Live Punishment Special"
truTV further spins the numbers for Thursday, September 3.

[09/09/15 - 09:35 AM]
Netflix's "Keith Richards: Under the Influence" Trailer Debut and Key Art
The film is a beautifully documented portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.

[09/09/15 - 09:31 AM]
EPIX Original Documentary "Doped: The Dirty Side of Sports" Unmasks the Dark Reality of Banned Substance Testing
The film is executive produced by Bobby Valentine, produced and directed by Andrew J. Muscato and narrated by Nick Kroll.

[09/09/15 - 08:52 AM]
NBC's "Talent" and "Game Night" Are the #1-2 Shows of the Night on the Big 4 in Every Key Demo
NBC spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 8.

[09/09/15 - 08:37 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "America's Got Talent" Powers Another NBC Victory
The Peacock easily wins the night among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[09/09/15 - 08:23 AM]
@ESPNTennis & US Open: Serena vs. Venus XXVII Earns 4.8 Rating
ESPN spins the numbers for Tuesday, September 8.

[09/09/15 - 08:18 AM]
FOX Sports To Live Stream 104 NFL Games This Season Including NFC Championship Game
FOX Sports GO has doubled its distribution since last season and is now available to more than 85 million pay-TV subscribers.

[09/09/15 - 07:54 AM]
Cooking Channel Satisfies Viewers' Sweet Tooth with New Competition Series "Sugar Showdown"
Josh Elkin hosts this competition that celebrates all types of decadent and delicious desserts, from cakes, to pies, to cupcakes, to doughnuts, premiering Thursday, October 1.

[09/09/15 - 07:44 AM]
BET Premiere Cinema Original Film "The Start Up" Premieres Saturday, September 19 at 8 PM ET/PT
Diggy Simmons, Teyana Taylor, Bria Murphy, Allen Maldonado and Chris Brew star in the project.

[09/09/15 - 07:15 AM]
"The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show" Returns to New York City, Tuesday, Dec. 8 on CBS
Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Behati Prinsloo, Candice Swanepoel and Lily Aldridge are among the featured participants.

[09/09/15 - 07:13 AM]
Investigation Discovery Experiences Double Digit Growth in Prime Among P2+, Clinching Best August Ever
Investigation Discovery further spins the numbers for the month of August.

[09/09/15 - 07:09 AM]
"The John McAfee Project" to Debut on Spike in April 2016
Viewed by some as the godfather of online security and by others as the master manipulator of fear, McAfee announced earlier today he is running for President of the United States.

[09/09/15 - 07:00 AM]
"The Walking Dead" Season 6 Key Art
The series returns on Sunday, October 11 at 9:00/8:00c with a 90-minute premiere episode.

[09/09/15 - 06:00 AM]
"Dr. Phil" Launches All-New Season on Monday, September 14 with Ripped-from-the-Headlines Exclusives During Season 14 Premiere Week
The season premiere kicks off with the shocking story of Michelle Wilkins, the 26-year-old Colorado woman who survived having her unborn fetus cut from her womb.

[09/09/15 - 02:01 AM]
Dennis Haysbert Begins Filming Starring Role in New BBC America and BBC One Drama "Undercover"
Haysbert plays Rudy Jones - a man who has been on death row for twenty years, falsely imprisoned for murder.

[09/08/15 - 11:24 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, September 8
Updates include: Emily Rios signs onto USA's "Shooter"; Marlyne Barrett joins the cast of NBC's "Chicago Med"; and Meghan Ory's Ruby to return to ABC's "Once Upon a Time."

[09/08/15 - 04:27 PM]
Science Channel Delivers Best August Prime Time Ever in Persons 18-49
Science Channel further spins the numbers for the month of August.

[09/08/15 - 01:52 PM]
Velocity Is Up Again in August with Its Highest Delivering Month Ever and Matching Its Total Day Ratings Record
Velocity further spins the numbers for the month of August.

[09/08/15 - 01:49 PM]
NBC Sports Kicks Off 25th Anniversary of Notre Dame Football with Most-Watched and Highest Rated Season Opening Broadcast in Nine Years
NBC further spins the numbers for Saturday, September 5.

[09/08/15 - 12:47 PM]
"Access Hollywood" Kicks Off 20th Anniversary Season
very week, host Billy Bush, joined by correspondents Liz Hernandez and Kit Hoover, will look back at its breaking news coverage of the biggest and most memorable moments in pop culture from the last two decades.

[09/08/15 - 12:41 PM]
"Steve Rannazzisi: Breaking Dad" Premieres September 19 at 11 p.m. on Comedy Central
For fans that can't wait for Rannazzisi's new material, the special will be available on September 14 on CC: Stand-Up Direct.

[09/08/15 - 12:30 PM]
Food Network's "Halloween Wars" Is Back in an All New Frightfully Spooky Season
Under the watchful eye of host Rossi Morreale, five teams composed of a pumpkin carving expert, cake artist and sugar artist will battle it out as they create Halloween-themed edible displays that will send chills up your spine.

[09/08/15 - 11:54 AM]
Derek Hough, Bindi Irwin, Danica Mckellar, Pauley Perrette, Alison Sweeney and Lea Thompson Among the Stars Set to Present at the 5th Annual American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards(R)
As previously announced, TV personality, author, and animal advocate Beth Stern and television veteran James Denton will return as co-hosts of the program.

[09/08/15 - 11:19 AM]
Investigation Discovery Unveils the Master of Macabre, Todd Robbins, To Host New Series "True Nightmares"
The newcomer launches Wednesday, October 14 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[09/08/15 - 11:12 AM]
NBC Brings "Blindspot" and "Heroes Reborn" to Times Square for Massive Marketing and Promotional Campaign to Prep for Fall Launch
Both series will come to life in the heart of midtown Manhattan via interactive fan experiences taking place on the ground.

[09/08/15 - 11:01 AM]
MTV Orders Three New Scripted Comedy Pilots
Plus: the network has greenlit the new series "Ladylike" from the creators of "Girl Code."

[09/08/15 - 10:53 AM]
TV One's Summer Comedy "Born Again Virgin" Gets Second Season Pick Up
The 12-episode second season is scheduled to launch in early 2016.

[09/08/15 - 10:40 AM]
Millionaire Matchmaker Patti Stanger Joins WE tv
Stanger will serve as the executive producer and producer on a new WE tv series to be announced soon.

[09/08/15 - 10:28 AM]
New Smithsonian Channel(TM) Series Travels the World in Search of Rare Military Artifacts
"The Weapon Hunter" premieres Monday, October 5 at 8:00/7:00c on the network.

[09/08/15 - 10:03 AM]
Inspired by Welles R. Crowther, American Heroes Channel Presents Inaugral "Red Bandanna Hero Award" in Partnership with Boston College
Also known as "The Man in the Red Bandanna," Crowther saved as many as 12 people, according to survivor accounts, following the attacks on the World Trade Center.

[09/08/15 - 10:02 AM]
Netflix's "Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight" New Trailer and Key Art
An official selection of the Venice Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival, the film premieres on Netflix Friday, October 9.

[09/08/15 - 09:45 AM]
Comedy Central Expands Snapchat Discover Content Offerings with Original Series Developed Exclusively for the Comedy Central Channel
The first original series to premiere on Comedy Central on Snapchat Discover, "Swag-A-Saurus," starring comedian James Davis, will premiere on Tuesday, September 8.

[09/08/15 - 09:32 AM]
Veteran Trainer Bob Harper Named Host of NBC's "The Biggest Loser" and Trainers Dolvett Quince and Jennifer Widerstrom Return for Season 17
Harper will continue to offer his training expertise to contestants at various points throughout the season.

[09/08/15 - 09:03 AM]
Dora Reunites with Boots, Backpack and Her Rainforest Friends in Nickelodeon's "Dora and Friends: Into the City!"
The first special, "Return to the Rainforest," premieres Friday, September 18 at 12:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon with the remaining episodes rolling out later this year.

[09/08/15 - 08:41 AM]
"Ninja Warrior" Is the #1 Big 4 Telecast of the Labor Day Holiday Night in 18-49, Leading NBC to the Nightlong Win Among Those Networks
NBC spins the numbers for Monday, September 7.

[09/08/15 - 08:38 AM]
Esquire Network Sets Premiere Date for First Scripted Series "Spotless" for Saturday, November 14
Laced with dark humor, the 10-episode season follows two estranged brothers who are forced to reconnect after their lives were torn apart by a terrible childhood secret.

[09/08/15 - 08:33 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Tops Demos with "American Ninja Warrior"
The Peacock wins the Labor Day holiday among adults 18-49.

[09/08/15 - 08:29 AM]
"Bachelor in Paradise" Season Finale Leads in Time Slot and Ranks as Monday's No. 1 Show in Adults 18-34 and All Key Women
ABC spins the numbers for Monday, September 7.

[09/08/15 - 08:28 AM]
E! Brings the Runway to the World as the Official Television Network and Digital Media Partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows
Highlights include the special "Macy's Presents Fashion's Front Row" on Wednesday, September 23.

[09/08/15 - 07:39 AM]
No. 1 Ohio State at Virginia Tech: Up 144% from 2014 Labor Day Matchup
ESPN spins the numbers for Monday, September 7.







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[11/06/25 - 02:15 PM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in Total Viewers and Adults 25-54
"Nightline" was up on the previous week by double digits in Total Viewers and Adults 18-49.

[11/06/25 - 02:09 PM]
OWN's "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" Back with New Episodes Starting November 15
Also, this December OWN presents the first-ever holiday specials for "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" and "Reality with the King," both hosted by executive producer Carlos King.

[11/06/25 - 11:28 AM]
Love, Lies & High Stakes Drama: Viaplay Announces Must-See December U.S. Premieres
Highlights include the new true crime documentary series "Murdering Love."

[11/06/25 - 11:13 AM]
Video: MGM+'s "Words + Music" Unveils Official Trailer Featuring John Legend, Sheryl Crow, Elvis Costello and Alanis Morissette
The series will premiere on November 30, and features members of the Songwriter's Hall of Fame Elvis Costello, nine-time Grammy winner Sheryl Crow, 13-time Grammy winner John Legend, and seven-time Grammy winner Alanis Morissette.

[11/06/25 - 10:31 AM]
It's Official - "Reasonable Doubt" Is Coming Back Four More
Onyx Collective confirmed the news on social media this morning.

[11/06/25 - 10:04 AM]
Global Superstar Rosalia to Make Her "Tonight Show" Performance Debut on Nov. 16 Following NBC's "Sunday Night Football"
The special Sunday night telecast will also feature guest DJ Khaled, and air immediately after local news, following the "Sunday Night Football" game between the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles, on NBC and Peacock.

[11/06/25 - 10:03 AM]
Holiday Programming Returns to TBS and TNT on Sunday, November 9
Festive films, spirited sitcoms and 24-hour movie marathons return this season as TBS's "All I Watch for Christmas" delivers nostalgic classics and TNT's "Christmas Maximus" showcases blockbuster holiday hits beginning Sunday, November 9.

[11/06/25 - 10:01 AM]
Date Announcement: "Dance Moms: A New Era" Season 2 (A+E Factual Studios)
The series returns on Monday, December 8 only on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.

[11/06/25 - 10:01 AM]
HBO Original Documentary "Thoughts & Prayers" Debuts November 18
This arresting yet sobering feature documentary captures the current landscape of safety rituals in schools and communities across America.

[11/06/25 - 09:40 AM]
Paramount+ Sets Premiere of Doc-Feature "Predators" for Monday, December 8
Deeply surprising and entirely gripping, the film dives deep into an unnerving investigation of "Dateline's To Catch a Predator," pulling back the curtain on the show's complicated legacy.

[11/06/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "One Shot With Ed Sheeran: A Music Experience" - Official Trailer - Netflix
One singer. One city. One shot. Ed Sheeran rocks the streets of New York with his greatest hits in this groundbreaking, real-time music experience.

[11/06/25 - 09:01 AM]
Prime Video Announces Additional Recurring Cast for Upcoming Series "Off Campus"
The upcoming series is based on the best-selling books from Elle Kennedy.

[11/06/25 - 09:00 AM]
Video: The Sea of Monsters Awaits! Disney+ Drops Official Trailer for "Percy Jackson and the Olympians"
Season two premieres December 10, with a two-episode debut on Disney+ and Hulu, with new episodes rolling out every Wednesday.

[11/06/25 - 08:31 AM]
Video: Apple TV Unearths New Trailer for "Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age," Premiering November 26
The new trailer takes viewers into the Pleistocene era, millions of years after the extinction of the dinosaurs, as it has never been seen before.

[11/06/25 - 08:11 AM]
"American Gangster: Trap Queens" S4B Returns Thursday, November 20 on BET+ with Five All-New Episodes Streaming at Once
Narrated by two-time Grammy-nominated rapper, actress, and radio personality Da Brat, each episode chronicles a Queen's journey as she builds a multi-million-dollar underworld empire, before her fall and ultimate redemption.