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[03/25/16 - 11:38 PM]
Development Update: Friday, March 25
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!
BULL (CBS/CTS; W: Paul Attanasio & Phil McGraw; D: Rodrigo Garcia) - Jaime Lee Kirchner ("Mercy") has booked a key role on the Michael Weatherly-led drama pilot, based on Dr. Phil McGraw's early days as head of one of the most prolific trial consulting services of all time. She'll play Danny, "the team's investigator, a former FBI interrogator with a photographic memory." (Deadline.com)
CHAD: AN AMERICAN BOY (FOX/20th; W: Nasim Pedrad & Rob Rosell; D: Jason Winer) - Ariana Molkarahas has been cast in the single-camera comedy pilot, about a 14 year old boy (Nasim Pedrad) in the throes of adolescence who is tasked with being the man of the house, which leaves him with all the responsibilities of being an adult without any of the perks. She'll play Nikki, "Chad's little sister." (Deadline.com)
MIDNIGHT, TEXAS (NBC/Universal; W: Monica Owusu-Breen; D: Niels Arden Oplev) - Parisa Fitz-Henley and Yul Vazquez have both been cast in the drama pilot, a small screen take on the three-book series by Charlaine Harris, about Midnight, Texas, where the real world and the supernatural collide in a dangerous, sexy, place full of dark secrets and mysterious people. Fitz-Henley will play Fiji, "a quirky, funny, free spirit who marches to the beat of her own drum"; while Vazquez is set as Reverand, "a grizzled Mexican cowboy who always wears his Stetson boots. He presides over the wedding chapel and cemetery." (Deadline.com)
TAKEN (NBC/Universal; W: Alexander Cary; D: Alex Graves) - Simu Liu is the latest addition to the Peacock's prequel to the Liam Neeson-led film franchise, about a retired CIA operative on a one-man mission to save his kidnapped daughter which would follow a young Bryan Mills (Clive Standen) before he marries and has a daughter. He'll play Faaron, "a member of the team whose job it is to act quickly in support of the team on the ground." (Deadline.com)
AND IN OTHER NEWS... - HBO's "Togetherness" will sign off on April 10 after two seasons (Deadline.com); Spike TV has pressed pause on its upcoming drama "Red Mars" following the departure of showrunner Peter Noah (Deadline.com); The CW is looking to redevelop its small screen adaptations of "The Notebook" and "Weaveworld" next season (Deadline.com); Jeff Pierre has joined the cast of Freeform's "Beyond" as Jeff, "former military, tough but vulnerable; he is obsessive and guilt-ridden while being driven by a higher calling" (Deadline.com);
Tania Raymonde has likewise boarded Amazon's "Trial" as Brittany Gold, "a legal secretary and old friend of Billy's who moonlights as an escort" (Deadline.com); Cas Anvar will recur on "The Strain" as "an opportunistic young businessman eager to place himself in a protected position amidst the chaos" (Deadline.com); Liv Hewson is the latest to be cast in season two of "Top of the Lake" (Deadline.com); and Leo Howard will guest on "Major Crimes" as "a self-entitled, arrogant prep school graduate whose girlfriend disappeared after he was seen arguing with her" (TVLine.com).
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[06/18/25 - 01:38 PM]
A Special Edition of 20/20: "Karen Read: The Verdict" Airs Tonight, Wednesday, June 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC, Next Day on Hulu
Moments after a verdict is reached in her second trial, ABC News chief national correspondent Matt Gutman brings viewers the latest details on the trial as well as interviews with O'Keefe's friends, family members, and those at the center of the case that has captivated the country.
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[06/18/25 - 01:05 PM]
Great American Media Enters 2025-2026 Upfront with New Partnerships, Original Content, and Growing Audiences
New and fan favorite series include "Crossroad Springs," "County Rescue," and "When Hope Calls," alongside marquee events like the Rose Parade and "Great American Rescue Bowl."
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[06/18/25 - 11:59 AM]
Lifetime Announces New Movies Centered on Women Finding Resilience Through Their Faith Despite Harrowing Circumstances
Chrissy Metz, Alexa PenaVega, Kat Graham and Paula Patton are among the featured talent.
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[06/18/25 - 11:31 AM]
Video: "People and Places" - Official Trailer - Disney+
The world is full of wonder - and it's closer than you think.
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[06/18/25 - 11:14 AM]
First Look: Hulu's "Zarna Garg: Practical People Win"
The comedy special premieres Friday, July 18 on Hulu.
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[06/18/25 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "Trainwreck: Balloon Boy" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A homemade flying saucer lifts off, and a 6-year-old boy might be inside. National panic ensues - but what truly happened? This documentary investigates.
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[06/18/25 - 11:00 AM]
AMC Networks' July Highlights Include "Nautilus," "Hell Motel," "The Furry Detectives," "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," "Call of the Night" and More
Other highlights include the premieres of "Kostas" and Summertide" on Acorn TV.
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[06/18/25 - 10:01 AM]
"MTV's The Challenge: Vets and New Threats" Premieres Wednesday, July 30 at 8PM ET/PT
This season, fresh faces and new threats have entered the arena with one goal: upend the old order and take it all.
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[06/18/25 - 10:00 AM]
Video: "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" - Season 17 Official Trailer - FX
In Season 17, the Gang craves money and parasitic social privileges.
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[06/18/25 - 10:00 AM]
2025 "NBA Draft Presented by State Farm" Exclusively on ESPN Platforms June 25-26
ABC and ESPN will both offer distinct presentations of the NBA Draft's first round on June 25, starting at 8 p.m. ET.
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[06/18/25 - 09:06 AM]
"Disney Jr. Let's Play!" to Be Held at Disney California Adventure Park on Friday, Aug. 8, and Downtown Disney District on Saturday, Aug. 9, and Sunday, Aug. 10
Throughout the weekend, guests will be able to participate in multiple limited-time photo opportunities, including a themed wall in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure along with the regular Disney Jr. programming available at the park.
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[06/18/25 - 09:00 AM]
"Shiny Happy People" Renewed for Season Two on Prime Video
Season two moves on from IBLP and dives headfirst into the Evangelical teen pop culture that exploded across the U.S. in the 90's and 00's, and the larger forces focused on harnessing their earnest faith for far-reaching influence.
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[06/18/25 - 08:00 AM]
A24's "On Becoming a Guinea Fowl," "Opus" and "Death of a Unicorn" Begin Streaming Exclusively on Max This July
Look for said films on July 4, July 11, and July 25, respectively.
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[06/18/25 - 08:00 AM]
"Welcome to Plathville" Returns to TLC with a Whirlwind New Season Premiering Tuesday, July 22 at 10PM ET/PT
It's a season filled with raw emotions, shocking surprises, new faces and fresh starts as each member of the family is finding their own way.
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[06/18/25 - 07:31 AM]
Netflix Announces "Bad Thoughts," Tom Segura's Dark and Twisted Comedic Series, Has Been Picked Up for Season 2
Said Segura: "It was such a thrill to get the opportunity to entertain and horrify audiences with our very Bad Thoughts on Netflix. We're all so excited to push things further with season 2. I promise your family will not approve of what we do."
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