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[10/02/15 - 11:32 PM]
Development Update: Friday, October 2
By The Futon Critic Staff (TFC) |
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LOS ANGELES (thefutoncritic.com) -- The latest development news, culled from recent wire reports:
Looking to keep track of all the various projects in development? Click here to visit our signature "Devwatch" section. There visitors can view our listings by network, genre, studio and even development stage (ordered to pilot, cast-contingent, script, etc.). It's updated every day!
DAMAGE CONTROL (ABC, New!) - Marvel Television has received a put pilot commitment from the Alphabet for single-camera comedy project about "the overworked, underpaid, clean up crew of the Marvel Universe. Specializing in dealing with the aftermath of the unique fallout from superhero conflicts, they're the ones who are in charge of returning lost ray guns to their rightful owners, help to reschedule a wedding venue after it has been vaporized in a superhero battle, or even track down a missing prize African parrot that's been turned to stone or goo." Ben Karlin ("Modern Family") will pen the script and executive produce alongside Jeph Loeb and 3 Arts Entertainment's David Miner for ABC Studios. (Deadline.com)
LETHAL WEAPON (FOX, New!) - Matt Miller ("Forever") has scored a put pilot commitment at the network for a small screen take on the Mel Gibson/Danny Glover-led film franchise. Said effort will follow "Texas cop and former Navy SEAL Martin Riggs who moves to Los Angeles to start anew after the loss of his wife and baby. There, he gets partnered with LAPD Detective Roger Murtaugh, who, having recently suffered a minor heart attack, must avoid any stress in his life." Warner Bros. Television-based Lin Pictures is behind the project with the company's Dan Lin and Jennifer Gwartz executive producing alongside Good Session Productions' Miller. (Deadline.com)
MACGYVER (CBS, New!) - Writer R. Scott Gemmill ("NCIS: LA") and director James Wan (Furious 7) are spearheading a reboot of Lee David Zlotoff's 1985-92 series, in which "twentysomething Angus MacGyver gets recruited into the clandestine organization from the original series where he uses his knack for solving problems in unconventional ways to help prevent disasters from happening." Said effort is set up at CBS Television Studios with Henry Winkler and Atomic Monster's Michael Clear likewise executive producing. (Deadline.com)
NIGHTRISE (Spike TV, New!) - Oscar-nominee David Arata (Children of Men) is developing a new drama at the cable channel "set against a global pandemic." Neil Marshall is already attached to helm the Legendary Television-based project as well as executive produce alongside Arata and Applebox Entertainment's Marc Helwig. (Deadline.com)
NOTORIOUS (ABC, New!) - Josh Berman and Allie Hagan are set to team for a new drama at the Alphabet which "follows the professional and personal relationship between a charismatic attorney and a powerhouse television producer as they attempt to control the media, the justice system, and ultimately - each other." Sony Pictures Television is behind the project, which has a put pilot commitment, with Kenny Meiselas, Mark Geragos and Wendy Walker as well as The Firm's Jeff Kwatinetz and Josh Barry executive producing alongside Berman. Hagan will serve as a co-executive producer. (Deadline.com)
UNTITLED JACK BURDITT PROJECT (CBS, New!) - Jack Burditt ("Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt") has sold a new multi-camera comedy to the Eye about "an oddball athlete who drives family, friends and strangers bonkers after he unexpectedly finds himself retired." Universal Television is behind the project with Robert Carlock, Little Stranger's Tina Fey and 3 Arts Entertainment's David Miner also executive producing. (Deadline.com)
AND IN OTHER NEWS... - ABC Family has axed "Chasing Life" after two seasons (@KaplanAaron); Amazon has greenlit a new 10-episode season of "The Fashion Fund" for 2016, taking over from Ovation TV (Deadline.com); Grant Show will recur on ABC's "The Family" as "the ego-driven, blue blood Democratic incumbent Governor of Maine" (Deadline.com); A.J. Buckley is bound for "Blue Bloods" as "Jamie's superior at a hostage scene" (TVLine.com); and Laurence Fishburne has been tapped to play Nelson Mandela in BET's mini-series "Madiba" (Deadline.com).
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[09/02/26 - 12:01 PM]
Top 10 Most-Watched Prime Original Films & Series for the Week of August 24
"Reacher," "Sterling Point," "Off Campus," "Ride or Die," and "The Traitors" led all original series worldwide.
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[09/02/26 - 12:00 PM]
Judge Judy Gets Candid About Life and Celebrates 30 Years as a TV Icon During "Judge Judy: Unfiltered, Unforgettable," A Primetime Special Airing Tuesday, Sept. 22 on CBS
This groundbreaking special reveals how the last three decades cemented Judy Sheindlin (aka "Judge Judy") as one of television's most iconic personalities.
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[09/02/26 - 11:31 AM]
"Fan Level Midnight: Devoted to The Office" Makes Its Exclusive Streaming Premiere on Peacock September 7
The six-part docuseries explores the enduring legacy, cultural impact and devoted fanbase behind the beloved series through never-before-heard stories, original interviews with cast and creatives including Kathy Bates, Seth Rogen and Andy Buckley, archival interviews and more.
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[09/02/26 - 11:31 AM]
BritBox Announces "Ludwig" Christmas Special Starring David Mitchell and Sir David Suchet
Set in Yorkshire, the 60-minute Christmas episode sees John, Lucy and Henry arrive at a remote Christmas themed hotel for what should have been a much-needed escape, when a sudden blackout turns the festivities into a locked-room murder mystery.
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[09/02/26 - 11:01 AM]
NBC Debuts First Look Images for "Newlyweds"
A later-in-life love story about a free-spirited woman, Jeanie (Téa Leoni), and a buttoned-up professor, James (Tim Daly), who marry impetuously after a whirlwind courtship.
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[09/02/26 - 11:01 AM]
"Hell's Kitchen" Is Serving Up a Fiery New 25th Season This Fall with an Ambitious New Class of Chefs, All Under 25!
Don't miss the season premiere airing Thursday, September 24 at 8:00/7:00c on FOX and next day Hulu.
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[09/02/26 - 10:31 AM]
Video: "The Widower: 'Til Death Do Us Part" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In this documentary, a journalist and a detective uncover the truth about a killer whose charm masked a trail of failed marriages and suspicious deaths.
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[09/02/26 - 10:23 AM]
Video: "Marshals" Season 2 - Official Trailer - CBS
Kayce Dutton is back. "Marshals" returns for Season 2, kicking off CBS Premiere Week, Sunday, October 4.
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[09/02/26 - 10:02 AM]
Shaquille O'Neal, Authentic Brands & TNT Sports' "Dunkman" to Expand in 2027, Introducing Team Competitions, Junior Division & Global Regional Qualifiers Series
The world's first professional dunk league will officially return in 2027, highlighted by an expanded slate of premium events.
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[09/02/26 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Starz Releases Explosive Trailer for "S.W.A.T. Exiles"
The spin-off of the fan favorite, hit series "S.W.A.T.," raises the stakes of the legacy series, introducing a bold new era.
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[09/02/26 - 09:33 AM]
"Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana" Returns For Second Season
The three-part second season continues Jinich's journey, inspired by the Pan-American Highway.
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[09/02/26 - 09:31 AM]
Drew Binsky Brings His Travels to Netflix September 19
Beginning September 19, members can watch a curated collection pulled from Drew's content library, including his latest episode "Entering The World's Narrowest Island (100 Feet Wide)," with new episodes dropping day-and-date alongside Drew's channels.
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[09/02/26 - 09:16 AM]
New Series "Playing with Matches" Pits Undercover Couples Against Each Other
In the upcoming unscripted series, a group of undercover couples from all walks of life will compete in the ultimate game of romantic deception.
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[09/02/26 - 09:01 AM]
Nimesh Patel Makes His Netflix One-Hour Stand-Up Debut with "Buy the Dip"
In this hilarious, no-punches-pulled special, Nimesh takes aim at the absurdity of parenting, the insanity of his Indian family, and the rampant corruption in DC.
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[09/02/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Being Heumann" - Official Teaser - Apple TV
Judy didn't wait for change. She fought to make it happen.
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