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[04/11/16 - 11:07 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 11
Updates include: Arden Cho won't return to MTV's "Teen Wolf"; Sebastian Roche set for key role in Amazon's "The Man in the High Castle"; and Michelle Nader inks overall deal with "2 Broke Girls" producer.

[04/11/16 - 02:35 PM]
HGTV Orders 28 More Episodes of "Island Life"
Each episode features families in search of island properties across the country that fit any budget and prove that island living can be more than a fantasy.

[04/11/16 - 02:35 PM]
Esquire Network's "Boundless" Returns Tomorrow, Tuesday April 12, at 10PM ET/PT
On the premiere episode, the athletes head to the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo race in Tucson, Arizona.

[04/11/16 - 02:00 PM]
Video: Watch the All-New Teaser for the Highly Anticipated "Bones" Return!
"The Death in the Defense" kicks off the back half of the show's season this Thursday, April 14 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 01:38 PM]
"Episodes" Starts Production on Fifth and Final Season
Jeffrey Klarik will direct all seven episodes, which will film in London and premiere on the network in 2017.

[04/11/16 - 01:04 PM]
David Wenham Cast in Netflix Original Series "Marvel's Iron Fist"
A ruthless corporate leader, Harold Meachum was partners with Danny Rand's parents at the time of their deaths.

[04/11/16 - 12:29 PM]
CBS Pulls Original Movie "Hear My Song" from Saturday, April 16
In its place, look for repeats of "NCIS: New Orleans" and "Criminal Minds."

[04/11/16 - 12:14 PM]
Food Network Discovers the Next Generation of Elite Grill Masters in New Primetime Series "Kids BBQ Championship"
Camila Alves and Eddie Jackson host the six-episode series, premiering Monday, May 23 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 12:08 PM]
The CW Network Orders New "MADtv" Primetime Series
Back with its signature pop-culture parodies and politically incorrect humor, the new "MADtv" will star up-and-coming new comedy voices and will feature special appearances from returning cast members of the original late-night series as hosts of each episode.

[04/11/16 - 12:06 PM]
Season Two of Bravo Media's Scripted Comedy Series "Odd Mom Out" Premieres Monday, June 20 at 10PM ET/PT
Guest starring this season is Drew Barrymore as Meredith, an irreverent neighbor who survives a historic blizzard with Jill and Andy, and Blythe Danner who is cast as Jill's mom, Sarah Kaplan.

[04/11/16 - 11:12 AM]
Video: Trailer - "Comedy Knockout" Hosted by Damien Lemon - Premieres 4/21 on truTV
Guest comedians this season will include Jim Norton, Sherrod Small, Kevin Barnett, Jamie Lee, Arden Myrin, Chris Distefano, Yamaneika Saunders and many more.

[04/11/16 - 10:45 AM]
"The Real" Renewed in 95%+ of the U.S.
The series, which just last week was nominated for a Daytime Emmy as Outstanding Talk Show/Entertainment, will also continue to air on BET weeknights, having been renewed for the 2016-17 season.

[04/11/16 - 10:02 AM]
NBC Announces Casting Call for Tracy Turnblad in Holiday Production of "Hairspray Live!"
Casting directors will be looking for a female, 18 or older to play high school age.

[04/11/16 - 10:00 AM]
"Tyrant" Casting News - "The Americans'" Annet Mahendru
She will play "Nafisa Al-Qadi," the wife of "Sheik Al-Qadi," the spiritual and political leader of Ma'an, who is caught between the violent tactics of the Caliphate and his distrust of the Al-Fayeeds.

[04/11/16 - 10:00 AM]
Freeform's Hit Original Series "Pretty Little Liars" Starts Production on Season Seven
Additionally, series star Troian Bellisario will make her directorial debut this season.

[04/11/16 - 09:24 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Gets a Boost from the PGA
The network's coverage of the Masters helps spark a victory in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/11/16 - 09:03 AM]
Ted Cruz to Appear on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Thursday, April 14
The Texas Senator's appearance will mark his first visit to "The Tonight Show" studio.

[04/11/16 - 09:02 AM]
SundanceTV Begins Production on the Fourth and Final Season of Acclaimed Drama "Rectify"
The new season, comprised of eight episodes, will air in fall 2016.

[04/11/16 - 08:58 AM]
Date Announcements for Netflix's "The Crown," "Marco Polo" and an Exclusive Cast Shot of "Marseille"
"The Crown" will premiere on Friday, November 4 while "Marco Polo" returns Friday, July 1.

[04/11/16 - 08:30 AM]
President Obama to Appear as Guest Presenter on Science Channel Beginning Mon., April 11
During his time in office, President Obama has made science a top priority, recognizing that an emphasis on and advances in STEM are key to tackling some of the greatest challenges of our time.

[04/11/16 - 08:18 AM]
TV One Renews Docu-Series "Rickey Smiley for Real" Following First Season's Rank as #2 Program on Cable in Its Time Slot Among Black P25-54
The second season, which finds Smiley concentrating more on the three F's - Fun, Family, and Focus - is slated to premiere Tuesday, May 10 at 8:00/7:00c.

[04/11/16 - 08:13 AM]
Bravo Media Launches Its First Standalone Digital Series "Going Off the Menu" Premiering Monday, April 18 on BravoTV.Com
The six-episode series follows James Beard Award-Winning food documentarian Liza De Guia and Michelin-Rated underground chef Russell Jackson as they track down Los Angeles's most surprising underground and exclusive foodie experiences.

[04/11/16 - 08:02 AM]
Gloria Steinem's Revolutionary New Show "Woman" Is Coming to Viceland
The raw and revolutionary look at womanhood brings together a team of female journalists who explore how violence against women drives global instability.

[04/11/16 - 08:02 AM]
Video: New "Maron" Season 4 Trailer - Marc Maron Starts from the Bottom
The new season four trailer reveals the first glimpse of Marc, hairy and wild-eyed, as he unwillingly takes the leap from his drug-addled and unhygienic life to the "Clean Living" rehab center.

[04/11/16 - 07:30 AM]
It's True! "Degrassi: Next Class" Season Two Is Coming to Netflix Worldwide July 22nd!
The streaming service made the announcement via Twitter this morning.

[04/11/16 - 07:09 AM]
MTV Launches "79% Work Clock" in Protest of Gender Pay Gap on Equal Pay Day
MTV will manufacture and distribute hundreds of "79% Work Clocks" to influential business leaders, politicians, journalists, actors and artists.

[04/11/16 - 07:03 AM]
AMC and Versus Evil Launch Fear the Walking Dead: Dead Run - The Official Mobile Game of AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead"
The game puts players in the shoes of their favorite characters from the show as they try to escape a devastated Los Angeles and the Infected hordes that have overrun the city.

[04/11/16 - 06:03 AM]
Netflix Releases "Gilmore Girls" First Look Images
The four, 90-minute movies, are bringing your favorite Stars Hollow residents back together.

[04/10/16 - 10:06 AM]
Video: "Bloodline" - Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Watch Season 2 of "Bloodline" May 27, worldwide on Netflix.

[04/10/16 - 08:55 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Rides NASCAR to Top Spot
The network's coverage leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/10/16 - 08:50 AM]
"SNL" Ranks #1 for the Night in the Metered Markets; "Dateline Mystery" Matches Its High Since January
NBC spins the numbers for Saturday, April 9.

[04/09/16 - 01:38 PM]
ESPN Friday Masters Ratings, Audience, Rise for Second Straight Year
ESPN spins the numbers for Friday, April 8.

[04/09/16 - 09:06 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Tops Viewers, Shares Demo Crown with ABC
"Blue Bloods" leads the night in both categories for the Eye.

[04/09/16 - 08:33 AM]
"Grimm" Matches Its 18-49 High Since the Show's October Season Premiere and Hits a Season High in Total Viewers
NBC spins the numbers for Friday, April 8.

[04/09/16 - 08:32 AM]
ABC Is #1 on Friday in Adults 18-49 with "Shark Tank" as the #1 Show and "20/20" Posting Gains
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, April 8.

[04/08/16 - 11:44 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 8
Updates include: Paul Adelstein to take a "Chance" on Hulu; Hannah Marks bound for BBC America's "Dirk Gently"; and "Sleepy Hollow" loses another series regular.

[04/08/16 - 03:42 PM]
More Honorees and Tributes Added to TV Land Icon Awards
FX's hit series "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" will be honored with the Instant Icon Award, with Oscar(R) winner Cuba Gooding Jr. accepting on behalf of the series' stars, creators and producers.

[04/08/16 - 01:37 PM]
Skydance Television to Develop "Faster Than Light" Based on Best-Selling Augmented Reality Comic Book Series
It is published by Image Comics, Shadowline and received two Unity Vision Award nominations for best Augmented Reality.

[04/08/16 - 11:42 AM]
Showtime(R) Sets Return for Hit Drama Series "Ray Donovan" on Sunday, June 26th at 9 PM ET/PT
That same night, Showtime will premiere the new one-hour ensemble comedy series "Roadies" from creator, writer, director and executive producer Cameron Crowe at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/08/16 - 11:02 AM]
Video: MTV's "Scream" - First Look Promo and Premiere Date Change
Check out the first terrifying killer promo that will premiere on MTV this Sunday evening during the "2016 MTV Movie Awards."

[04/08/16 - 10:08 AM]
Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist Ludacris and Music Superstar Ciara to Host the "2016 Billboard Music Awards" Live on ABC
It was also announced that this year's award show will move to the brand new T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

[04/08/16 - 10:02 AM]
AMC Taps Into Today's Fractured Political Environment to Promote Upcoming Third Season of "Turn: Washington's Spies"
Anchored by several creative components, the campaign takes on the current presidential election by adding a well known face to the mix of current candidates: George Washington.

[04/08/16 - 09:33 AM]
Showtime(R) Debuts a Special Recap Episode of "The Circus" This Sunday and Offers the Show for Sampling Across Multiple Platforms
This mid-season recap will relive the behind the scenes moments from all the intense, irreverent and inspiring real stories as the field has winnowed in the nomination battles so far.

[04/08/16 - 09:33 AM]
"The Walking Dead" Closes Its Sixth Season as the #1 Show on TV for the Fourth Year in a Row
AMC spins the numbers for Sunday, April 3 and the season to date.

[04/08/16 - 08:47 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: "American Idol" Signs Off on Top for FOX
The network's juggernaut wraps its run as the demo champ of the night.

[04/08/16 - 08:43 AM]
Video: Trailer for Highly Anticipated 30 for 30 Documentary Event, "O.J.: Made in America," Debuts
It is perhaps the defining cultural tale of 20th-century America, one that centers around two of our country's greatest fixations: race and celebrity.

[04/08/16 - 08:03 AM]
Expert Carpenter Jeff Devlin Revives Historic Homes in DIY Network's "Stone House Revival"
The 13-episode series follows Jeff as he and his team of restoration experts work to transform dilapidated properties in Bucks County, Penn.

[04/08/16 - 06:43 AM]
Emmy Nominated "Transformers Rescue Bots" Returns to Discovery Family Channel with Back-to-Back Premiere Episodes Beginning Saturday, April 23
Additionally, the animated series will introduce new characters - the first-ever female Rescue Bot "Quickshadow" voiced by Alex Kingston and "Chickadee" voiced by Kristen Schaal.

[04/07/16 - 11:16 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 7
Updates include: Christopher Meloni to voice "Botcop" for FOX; Grant Bowler is "Still Star-Crossed" at ABC; and Melissa McCarthy bound for Netflix's "Gilmore Girls" revival.

[04/07/16 - 10:06 PM]
Winner Announced on Series Finale of "American Idol"
Former judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson also returned for the show's swan song.







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[06/01/26 - 11:04 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 11:00 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 09:03 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 08:27 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 07:15 AM]
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[06/01/26 - 07:15 AM]
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