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[12/08/15 - 11:39 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, December 8
Updates include: Joely Richardson to play Glinda in NBC's "Emerald City"; Abigail Breslin to lead ABC's "Dirty Dancing" revival; and Kevin Sorbo to be "Miracle Man" for NBC.

[12/08/15 - 03:32 PM]
ESPN Networks Increase Viewership for 2015 College Football Regular Season
ESPN spins the numbers for its college football coverage to date this season.

[12/08/15 - 02:54 PM]
"NCIS: Los Angeles" Delivers Its Largest Audience Since March and Its Best Adults 18-49 Rating Since Its Season Six Finale in May
CBS spins the numbers for Monday, December 7.

[12/08/15 - 02:44 PM]
"Nashville: On the Record 3" Features an Intimate Look at Life on the Road in a One-Hour Music Special, Wednesday, December 16
Clare Bowen, Chris Carmack, Charles Esten, Sam Palladio, Aubrey Peeples and Lennon and Maisy Stella are among those featured.

[12/08/15 - 02:41 PM]
VH1 Draws 2.3 Million Total Viewers Into The "VH1 Big In 2015 With Entertainment Weekly" Special
VH1 spins the numbers for Monday, December 7.

[12/08/15 - 02:05 PM]
CBS Announces the First Three Episodes of the Seventh Season of "Undercover Boss," Beginning Sunday, Dec. 20
"Buffalo Wings & Rings" will kick things off on the first of three Sunday telecasts.

[12/08/15 - 01:45 PM]
Friendships, Families and Faith Will Be Tested on TLC's Two-Hour Special, "Bible Bowl"
The special follows seven extraordinary teams whose families have sacrificed everything for the chance to compete for millions of dollars in scholarships and the pride of their coaches and family members.

[12/08/15 - 01:28 PM]
Showtime(R) Presents "Daft Punk Unchained"
The documentary takes us to the heart of Daft Punk's world, which the masked duo has kept secret for the past twenty years.

[12/08/15 - 01:24 PM]
College Football Playoff Highlights 2015-16 Bowl Schedule
ESPN's exclusive telecast of the College Football Playoff includes the entire New Year's Six, four premier bowls in addition to the semifinals and national championship.

[12/08/15 - 01:08 PM]
Hulu's "The Path" Launch Date Announcement
The 10-episode series stars Aaron Paul, Michelle Monaghan, Hugh Dancy, and Rockmond Dunbar.

[12/08/15 - 12:50 PM]
Hallmark Channel Continues Its Winning Streak, Ranking as the #1 Cable Network for the Entire Weekend Among HH Rating and Delivery
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6.

[12/08/15 - 12:07 PM]
Discovery's Prime Time Premiere of "Racing Extinction" Is Most Watched Cable Documentary Film in More Than Three Years
Discovery further spins the numbers for Wednesday, December 2.

[12/08/15 - 11:40 AM]
OWN's Hit Tyler Perry Drama "The Haves and the Have Nots" and Popular Sitcom "Love Thy Neighbor" Return with All-New Episodes This January
Said duo returns Tuesday, January 5 and Friday, January 8, respectively.

[12/08/15 - 10:35 AM]
The CW Serves Up Comedy with "Just for Laughs" in Primetime and on CW Seed
"Just for Laughs Starring Howie Mandel," featuring stand-up performances from comedians such as Jeff Ross, Pete Holmes, and Jim Breuer, will premiere Monday, January 18.

[12/08/15 - 10:06 AM]
"Heroin: Cape Cod, USA," An Unvarnished Look at the Heroin Epidemic Sweeping America, Focusing on Eight Young Addicts, Debuts Dec. 28, Exclusively on HBO
Known for its quaint villages, lighthouses and beaches, the picturesque summer vacation destination of Cape Cod has been struck with an epidemic of young people hooked on affordable, easily acquired heroin.

[12/08/15 - 09:56 AM]
A+E Networks'(R) Lifetime(R) Movie Club(TM) Now Available on Roku
Additionally, a new movie will be added into the app every day.

[12/08/15 - 09:44 AM]
Showtime(R) Unveils Saturday's Middleweight Main Event in 360 Video, Where Underdog Daniel Jacobs Knocked Out Previously Undefeated Peter Quillin
The all-Brooklyn main event has been made available in 360 video from ring-side, giving fans an unprecedented boxing experience.

[12/08/15 - 08:53 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Voice" Continues Its Reign for NBC
The Peacock once again leads the night among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[12/08/15 - 08:21 AM]
Strategy Is on the Menu in Bravo Media's "Recipe for Deception" Premiering Thursday, January 21 at 10PM ET/PT
Judges Chris Oh and Jonathan Waxman join host Max Silvestri in this fast-paced and innovative competition show where a chef's ability to lie is almost as important as their culinary skill.

[12/08/15 - 07:42 AM]
Discovery Channel Revs Up Engines and Tricks Out Trucks with New Series, "Diesel Brothers"
The new series joins Discovery Channel's Motor Mondays on Discovery Channel on January 4.

[12/08/15 - 07:16 AM]
LeToya Luckett, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Kyndall Ferguson, Andra Fuller and Travis Star in Multi-Generational Comedy Series "Here We Go Again" Premiering Tuesday, December 15 at 9:30PM ET
The series showcases three generations of Walker women whose lives are upended after a series of events sends them along an unexpected journey.

[12/08/15 - 07:02 AM]
Spike Lands on "Red Mars" - Skydance Television Serves as Studio on New Original Scripted Series
The books, "Red Mars," "Green Mars," and "Blue Mars," chronicles mankind's colonization and transformation of the red planet, have been adapted in 21 languages and are regarded as the best novels ever written on the subject.

[12/08/15 - 06:16 AM]
The 32nd Annual Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade Airs Friday, December 25, on ABC
Now in its 32nd year, the unforgettable Christmas special welcomes back Robin Roberts of ABC's "Good Morning America" as lead host.

[12/08/15 - 06:05 AM]
Amazon Announces the Streaming Partners Program
With the Streaming Partners Program, video providers have access to a highly engaged streaming audience, and viewers have a more convenient way to manage their streaming subscriptions.

[12/08/15 - 06:04 AM]
Amazon Debuts Original Live-Action Kids Series "Just Add Magic" on January 15
The series follows Kelly and her two best friends Darbie and Hannah as they stumble upon a mysterious cookbook in Kelly's attic and discover the recipes in this book are far from ordinary - they're magical.

[12/07/15 - 11:20 PM]
Development Update: Monday, December 7
Updates include: NBC quietly renews "The Blacklist" for season four; Shailene Woodley to join HBO's "Big Little Lies"; and Sylvester Stallone opts out of FOX's "Rambo: New Blood."

[12/07/15 - 06:15 PM]
Queen Latifah Lands Lead Role in New "Untitled Lee Daniels Music Pilot"
Plus: after a nationwide search, three fresh faces - actresses/singers Jude Demorest, Ryan Destiny and Brittany O'Grady - have been cast as the girl group members.

[12/07/15 - 02:57 PM]
Starz' Anthology Series "The Girlfriend Experience" to Make World Premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival takes place January 21-31 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah.

[12/07/15 - 02:51 PM]
ABC Family Starts Production on Second Season of "Monica the Medium"
The upcoming season finds Monica and her best friend Krista moving to San Diego.

[12/07/15 - 02:07 PM]
Justin Chatwin and Megan Ketch to Star in "American Gothic," For Broadcast Summer 2016
The drama centers on a prominent Boston family that is attempting to redefine itself in the wake of a chilling discovery that links their recently deceased patriarch to a string of murders spanning decades.

[12/07/15 - 01:34 PM]
Chelsea Handler's "Chelsea Does" Goes to Sundance and Gets a Netflix Premiere Date
The project is comprised of four revealing, funny and introspective films (Chelsea Does Marriage, Chelsea Does Racism, Chelsea Does Silicon Valley, Chelsea Does Drugs) featuring Handler exploring topics of personal and universal fascination.

[12/07/15 - 01:10 PM]
"Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart" Premieres January 23
Newcomer Lex Scott Davis stars as the seven-time Grammy(R) Award-winning R&B icon in the Lifetime original.

[12/07/15 - 12:59 PM]
MTV's Hit Series "Teen Mom OG" Returns on Monday, January 4 at 10:00 P.M. ET/PT
Amber, Catelynn, Farrah and Maci return for all new episodes.

[12/07/15 - 12:07 PM]
VH1 Is Proud to Air the First Transgender Person to Wed on Reality Television in the "Couples Therapy with Dr. Jenn" Season Finale Premiering Wednesday, December 9th at 10PM ET/PT
In the season finale, the group discusses what they've learned and lay down the deal-breakers for their relationships.

[12/07/15 - 12:05 PM]
Scott Buck to Showrun the Netflix Original Series "Marvel's Iron Fist"
"Scott came in with a take on Iron Fist that quite simply knocked us off our feet," said Executive Producer/Head of Marvel Television, Jeph Loeb.

[12/07/15 - 11:01 AM]
Sixth and Final Season of VH1's "Mob Wives" Set for Winter 2016
"Mob Wives: The Last Stand" premieres Wednesday, January 13 at 8:00/7:00c on the cable channel.

[12/07/15 - 10:08 AM]
Video: "Togetherness" Season 2 - Tease (HBO)
The series returns for its eight-episode second season Sunday, February 21.

[12/07/15 - 10:01 AM]
Rock Legends Mentor Up-and-Coming Artists in the All-New AXS TV Original Music Series "Breaking Band," Premiering Sun. Jan. 24 at 9:30pE
The documentary-style series is hosted by Royal Machines vocalist Donovan Leitch and features six 30-minute episodes packed with powerhouse performances and appearances from some of the industry's biggest names.

[12/07/15 - 09:41 AM]
OWN's New Primetime Series "It's Not You, It's Men" Featuring International Superstar Tyrese Gibson and Hip-Hop Legend Rev Run Premieres Saturday, January 23
Friends for over seven years, Tyrese and Rev Run pride themselves on their varying points of view when it comes to relationships and marriage.

[12/07/15 - 09:06 AM]
Trisha Yearwood Rings in New Year with New Season of "Trisha's Southern Kitchen" Filled with Favorite Meals, Celebrations, Music and Special Guests Including Reba McEntire
The 13-episode season also features Trisha's lighter take on favorite Southern dishes, game-day party food and a nostalgic "Barbie Q" with Trisha's sister Beth.

[12/07/15 - 08:48 AM]
Encore of "Sinatra: All or Nothing at All" This Saturday, Dec. 12, His 100th birthday
An up-close and personal examination of the life, music and career of the legendary entertainer, the two-part HBO Entertainment documentary was nominated for an Emmy(R) in the category of Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special this year.

[12/07/15 - 08:37 AM]
Ben Higgins Begins His Search for That One Special Woman When "The Bachelor" Premieres, Monday, January 4 on ABC
Ben Higgins, 26, a handsome and charming small town guy from Warsaw, Indiana meets 28 potential soul mates as he begins his exciting search for true love.

[12/07/15 - 08:14 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, "Sunday Night Football" Top Disrupted Night
President Obama's address was carried live across country from 8-8:15p ET.

[12/07/15 - 08:06 AM]
Oxygen Media Poll Defines the Overwhelming Importance of the Connection Between Millenials and Their Dads
The study is inspired by "Finding My Father," the network's new series that follows young people searching for the fathers they have never known.

[12/07/15 - 07:36 AM]
A&E Network Presents New Original Docuseries "Fit to Fat to Fit"
The new series premieres Tuesday, January 12 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[12/07/15 - 07:00 AM]
Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton to Appear on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" Thursday, December 10
"Late Night with Seth Meyers" welcomes Democratic presidential front-runner and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for her first appearance.

[12/06/15 - 08:48 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Wins with College Football
The network wins the night among adults 18-49 for the third consecutive week.

[12/06/15 - 08:42 AM]
"Saturday Night Live" with Host Ryan Gosling Matches Its Average for Original Telecasts Last Season in 18-49
NBC spins the numbers for Saturday, December 5.

[12/06/15 - 05:53 AM]
ABC Family's Pop Up Santa Surprises 11 Lucky "Shadowhunters" Super Fans with the Trip of a Lifetime
Just last night, ABC Family's Pop Up Santa surprised 11 lucky "Shadowhunters" superfans with the ultimate fan experience.

[12/05/15 - 08:42 AM]
ABC Dominates Friday with the Top 4 TV Shows in Adults 18-49
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, December 4.







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[12/17/25 - 12:00 PM]
CBS Is Turning All of America Into an Epic Adventure for the "Survivor 50 Challenge"
For the first time ever, newcomers, longtime viewers and anyone who loves a good challenge will have the chance to strategize, uncover clues, solve riddles and track down authentic immunity idols hidden in their state.

[12/17/25 - 11:59 AM]
Video: Official Season 8 Trailer - "The Rookie"
On Tuesday, January 6 on ABC, get ready for a season premiere with explosive action, unexpected alliances, and cases that stretch across continents.

[12/17/25 - 11:30 AM]
FOX Entertainment Studios Signs Producer Jeffrey Levine and His Bronson Canyon Pictures to Multi-Year First-Look Deal
Under the agreement, Levine will develop and produce scripted television series for the studio across broadcast, streaming, and emerging digital storytelling platforms.

[12/17/25 - 10:16 AM]
Versant Announces Long-Term Partnership Extension with Rory McIlroy and Launch of New Production Venture
Under the agreement, which extends through 2038, Rory McIlroy will continue to serve as the global face and partner of GolfPass, reinforcing the platform's premium positioning and its commitment to best-in-class golf experiences.

[12/17/25 - 10:05 AM]
Video: "Scars of Beauty" - Second Season Confirmed - HBO Max
After much gossip and rumors, we're here to clarify that... it's real!

[12/17/25 - 10:05 AM]
Video: "Tyler Perry's Sistas" Returns for Season 10 - Premieres January 7 at 9/8c
Tyler Perry's hit series returns for Season 10 with new drama, deeper friendships, and unexpected twists.

[12/17/25 - 10:00 AM]
"Hollywood Squares" Kicks Off Season 2 with Star-Studded Celebrity Lineup
This season's newcomers who will share the board with famed center square Drew Barrymore include Anthony Anderson, Glenn Close, Kat Dennings, Fortune Feimster, Zarna Garg, Jay Mohr, Padma Lakshmi, Joel McHale, Ariana Debose and Arsenio Hall.

[12/17/25 - 10:00 AM]
AMC Networks' January Highlights Include "Gangs of London," "Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale," "My Life Is Murder," "Planet Earth: Kingdom" and More
Other premieres include the new series "Wolf" on AMC+ and Shudder, based on Mo Hayder's acclaimed Jack Caffrey novels.

[12/17/25 - 09:46 AM]
Netflix Announces Series Adaptation of Liz Moore's "The God of the Woods"
Produced by Sony Pictures Television, the new series follows the wealthy Van Laars as they fight to hold their family together, unearthing devastating secrets in the process.

[12/17/25 - 09:43 AM]
The Academy Partners with YouTube for Exclusive Global Rights to the Oscars and Other Academy Content Starting in 2029
The multi-year deal begins in 2029 with the 101st Oscars ceremony and runs through 2033.

[12/17/25 - 09:34 AM]
ESPN to Debut "MNF Playbook with Next Gen Stats" Dec. 22, An NFL Data-Cast Aimed at Avid Fans; Complements "Monday Night Football" and ESPN NFL Postseason Slate
In Week 16 and 17, Luke Kuechly - the former Carolina Panthers standout linebacker and seven-time Pro Bowler - will team up with ESPN NFL analysts Dan Orlovsky and Field Yates from ESPN's headquarters in Bristol, Conn.

[12/17/25 - 09:18 AM]
Video: "Paul Anka: His Way" - Official Trailer - HBO
The film follows the iconic, chart-topping songwriter and musician Paul Anka through stardom and reinvention in an ever-changing industry.

[12/17/25 - 09:01 AM]
Netflix and Barstool Sports Announce Exclusive Video Podcast Partnership
The podcasts joining Netflix in early 2026 include "Pardon My Take," "The Ryen Russillo Show," and "Spittin Chiclets."

[12/17/25 - 09:00 AM]
Obsessive Compulsions and Strange Fixations Are Back in a Compelling New Season of TLC's "My Strange Addiction"
The series explores the unfiltered stories of people whose obsessive behaviors have taken over their lives. Each episode dives into bizarre, real-world situations revealing how these addictions shape daily routines and impact the way they navigate the world.

[12/17/25 - 09:00 AM]
Video: Starz Releases "Outlander" Final Season Opening Title Sequence Performed by Academy and Grammy Award Winner Annie Lennox
The eighth and final season of the groundbreaking series will premiere on Friday, March 6, 2026.