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[05/15/16 - 12:00 PM]
NBC Renews "The Carmichael Show"; Adds "Superstore" Special During Olympics
The Peacock offers up two revisions to this morning's 2016-17 season announcement.

[05/15/16 - 10:34 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos with "The Blind Side"
The feature presentation leads the night among adults 18-49.

[05/15/16 - 10:29 AM]
"SNL" Ranks #1 for the Night in the Metered Markets; "Dateline Mystery" Wins in Total Viewers
NBC spins the numbers for Saturday, May 14.

[05/15/16 - 09:31 AM]
Video: NBC Official Trailers - New Fall Shows from NBC!
Get your first look at newcomers "Timeless," "This Is Us" and "The Good Place."

[05/15/16 - 09:30 AM]
NBC Augments Its Stable Schedule with Ambitious New Dramas, High-Concept Comedies and Unpredictable Unscripted Series
Highlights include new dramas "Timeless" on Mondays and "This Is Us" on Tuesdays; plus "Blindspot" moves to Wednesdays and "Chicago Med" relocates to Thursdays.

[05/14/16 - 02:22 PM]
NBC Axes "The Mysteries of Laura" After Two Seasons
Star Debra Messing shared the news via Twitter this afternoon.

[05/14/16 - 09:50 AM]
Development Update: Saturday, May 14 - NBC Picks Up "Blacklist" Spin-Off; CBS Goes with "Doubt"
Famke Janssen and Ryan Eggold star in the former while Katherine Heigl and Steven Pasquale are featured in the latter.

[05/14/16 - 09:08 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Tops Charts with "Hawaii Five-0" Season Finale
The Eye leads the night in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[05/14/16 - 08:40 AM]
ABC's "Beyond the Tank" Is Up, "Shark Tank" Is Friday's #1 Series and "20/20" Is the #1 Newsmagazine
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, May 13.

[05/14/16 - 08:36 AM]
"Grimm" Retains 100% Week to Week in Adults, Men and Women 18-34 and Men 18-49
NBC spins the numbers for Friday, May 13.

[05/14/16 - 05:00 AM]
Discovery Channel Acquires US TV Rights on Morgan Spurlock's "Rats" Documentary
Warrior Poets will produce with Submarine along with Discovery Channel who has US television rights and will air later this year.

[05/13/16 - 11:35 PM]
Development Update: Friday, May 13 - Odds & Ends
Updates include: CBS plans casting changes "MacGyver," "Man with a Plan"; Netflix's "Flaked" nears second season order; and Tom Cullen is the first to board History's "Knightfall."

[05/13/16 - 05:27 PM]
Freeform Shutters "Recovery Road" After One Season
Executive producer Holly Sorensen broke the news via Twitter this afternoon.

[05/13/16 - 04:15 PM]
Video: MTV Blows "Scream" Fan's Minds with Friday the 13th Viral Stunt
Watch the first seven minutes of the new season, premiering Monday, May 30 at 11:00/10:00c.

[05/13/16 - 04:11 PM]
History Brings "Roots" Cast & Producers to the White House for Screening and Panel on May 17
Forest Whitaker, Anika Noni Rose, Malachi Kirby, LeVar Burton, Will Packer, Mark Wolper, Phillip Noyce, Mario Van Peebles, Thomas Carter and Nancy Dubuc are among the participants.

[05/13/16 - 02:41 PM]
Development Update: Friday, May 13 - Two Comedies, Two Dramas Latest Bound for NBC
The Peacock adds dramas "Midnight, Texas" and "Timeless" plus comedies "Great news" and "Marlon."

[05/13/16 - 02:00 PM]
FOX Orders "My Kitchen Rules," The Cooking Face-Off with Celebrity Duos Throwing the Ultimate Hollywood Dinner Parties
The eight-episode unscripted cooking series will pit celebrity duos against each other as they cook and critique each other's food in Hollywood homes.

[05/13/16 - 12:49 PM]
Hallmark Channel's "Home & Family" Goes to Dollywood with the Legendary Dolly Parton
Throughout the week, special guest Dolly Parton hosts Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare as well as "H&F's" family members.

[05/13/16 - 12:44 PM]
MTV's "Faking It," NBC's "Undateable" Among Latest Cancellations
Also out at the Peacock: newcomers "Crowded," "Game of Silence," "Heartbeat" and "Telenovela."

[05/13/16 - 12:42 PM]
Courteney Cox, Julianne Hough, Vanessa Hudgens, Nick Jonas and Lindsey Vonn Seek New Adventures on "Running Wild with Bear Grylls"
Last summer, the series averaged a 1.4 rating, 4 share in adults 18-49 and 4.0 million viewers overall according to "live plus seven day" figures from Nielsen Media Research.

[05/13/16 - 12:03 PM]
Amanda Peet Boards IFC's "Brockmire"
The season of eight 30-minute episodes will premiere on IFC in 2017.

[05/13/16 - 12:00 PM]
FOX Renews "Sleepy Hollow" for a Fourth Season
Co-stars Tom Mison, Lyndie Greenwood, Lance Gross and Jessica Camacho are due back for the new season.

[05/13/16 - 11:39 AM]
Discovery's "Naked and Afraid XL" Takes on South Africa
Last summer, the series captivated audiences and was 2015's number one new unscripted series on all of cable across People and Men 25-54, People and Men 18-34 and P2+.

[05/13/16 - 11:34 AM]
"Good Witch" Boosts Hallmark Channel to Rank #2 Among HH and Total Viewer Ratings and Delivery, Excluding Sports Programming
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of May 2-8.

[05/13/16 - 11:01 AM]
Explore the World of Magic During Freeform's Harry Potter Programming Event Airing Memorial Day Weekend from May 27 Through 29
The battle between evil and good returns! Freeform is giving you the perfect excuse to escape the muggle world during Memorial Day weekend.

[05/13/16 - 10:58 AM]
TLC's "Sister Wives" Delivers Supersized Ratings
TLC further spins the numbers for Sunday, May 8.

[05/13/16 - 10:51 AM]
Cartoon Network, Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment Partner on First "Teen Titans Go!" Mobile Game
"Teeny Titans" features original voice performances from the "Teen Titans Go!" cast and also stars actor and social media superstar George Takei, voicing a new character specifically created for this mobile title.

[05/13/16 - 10:35 AM]
Development Update: Friday, May 13 - ABC Gets "Speechless"; CBS Adds Four Dramas, Two Comedies
The Eye picks up comedies "Man with a Plan" and "The Great Indoors" plus dramas "Bull," "MacGyver," "Pure Genius" and "Training Day."

[05/13/16 - 09:55 AM]
"Last Man Standing" to Get Sixth Season at ABC
The Alphabet broke the news about the show's order this morning.

[05/13/16 - 09:30 AM]
Viceland Renews Five Programs for Second Season
Additionally, five new shows will premiere this summer.

[05/13/16 - 08:30 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: "Big Bang" Season Finale Tops Demo Race
CBS wins the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[05/13/16 - 07:10 AM]
WE tv's Hit Series "Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars" Returns Friday, June 3 at 9:00 P.M. ET/PT
Season five follows a new group of headline-making reality stars who through weeks of intense concentrated therapy, must decide to work out the issues that are destroying their relationships - including lying, cheating and anger - or call it quits.

[05/13/16 - 06:01 AM]
Multi-Platinum Pop Superstar Meghan Trainor to Perform at the "2016 Billboard Music Awards"
Trainor joins previously announced performers Justin Bieber, Celine Dion, DNCE, The Go-Go's, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Shawn Mendes, P!nk, Rihanna, "Kia's One to Watch" Troye Sivan, Britney Spears and more!

[05/13/16 - 06:00 AM]
Crown Media Family Networks Gifts Viewers with an Early Christmas
Hallmark Channel's "Christmas Keepsake" will offer favorite holiday movies airing Friday, July 8 to Sunday, July 17.

[05/13/16 - 06:00 AM]
E!'s "Live from the Red Carpet" to Livestream NBCUniversal's Upfront Red Carpet on Monday, May 16
Hosted by E! News' Jason Kennedy and Maria Menounos, the livestream will feature talent from across NBCUniversal's entire television portfolio.

[05/12/16 - 11:18 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 12 - Odds & Ends
Updates include: CBS All Access eyes "The Good Wife" spin-off starring Christine Baranski and Cush Jumbo; Joel Kinnaman to topline Netflix's "Altered Carbon"; and "DC's Legends of Tomorrow's" Wentworth Miller inks new deal.

[05/12/16 - 06:13 PM]
The CW Extends "Jane the Virgin" Season Finale with Extra Minute
The show's season two closer will now begin at 8:59/7:59c on the netlet.

[05/12/16 - 06:04 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 12 - ABC Adds Two More Series; NBC Orders "This Is Us"
"Imaginary Mary" and "Notorious" are the latest projects bound for the Alphabet.

[05/12/16 - 06:03 PM]
ABC Keeps "Dr. Ken" on Call for Second Season
The Ken Jeong-led comedy will return for a sophomore run on the Alphabet.

[05/12/16 - 06:01 PM]
FOX Axes Entire Freshman Comedy Class; "Second Chance" Too
"Bordertown," "Cooper Barrett's Guide to Surviving Life," "Grandfathered" and "The Grinder" won't be back next season.

[05/12/16 - 05:11 PM]
ABC Cancels "Castle," "The Family," "Galavant," "Nashville," "Marvel's Agent Carter" & "The Muppets"
Veteran "Castle" will end after eight seasons while "Nashville" signs off after four seasons.

[05/12/16 - 04:51 PM]
The CW Nixes Second Season of "Containment"
The netlet has passed on a sophomore run for its limited series.

[05/12/16 - 04:32 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 12 - Three Dramas, Two Comedies Join ABC's Series Roster
Among the pickups: dramas "Conviction," "Still Star-Crossed" and "Time After Time"; as well as comedies "Downward Dog" and "Untitled Sarah Dunn Project."

[05/12/16 - 03:55 PM]
ABC Renews "The Real O'Neals," "The Catch" and "American Crime"
Said news kicked off a busy day at the Alphabet.

[05/12/16 - 02:54 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 12 - NBC Adds "Chicago Justice"; CBS, The CW Begin Pickups
"Frequency," "No Tomorrow" and "Riverdale" are on tap at The CW while "Kevin Can Wait" is set at CBS.

[05/12/16 - 02:20 PM]
It's Official: "Supergirl" Flies to The CW
Co-creator Ali Adler confirmed the various reports about the move on her Twitter page.

[05/12/16 - 02:07 PM]
International Megastar Rihanna to Perform at the "2016 Billboard Music Awards"
Rihanna joins previously announced performers Justin Bieber, Celine Dion, DNCE, The Go-Go's, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Shawn Mendes, P!nk, "Kia's One to Watch" Troye Sivan, Britney Spears and more!

[05/12/16 - 12:46 PM]
Eh-Oh, The Teletubbies Are Back! Beloved Characters Return in All-New Preschool Series on Nick Jr. Channel
The new Teletubbies series (30 episodes) will stay true to the classic with the same beloved characters, Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po, but will feature subtle updates and visual enhancements.

[05/12/16 - 12:36 PM]
"Cake Wars" Returns with a Freshly Baked New Season of the Sweetest Cake Competition on Television
The series, where four bakers vie for the opportunity to display their extraordinary cake creations at a big event, returns with 13 new episodes.

[05/12/16 - 12:13 PM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX, "Empire" Continue Their Demo Reign
The network has won the adults 18-49 crown for seven consecutive Wednesdays.







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[01/20/26 - 01:00 PM]
Peacock's "House of Villains" Returns for Season Three with More Rivalries, Roasts and Ruthless Showdowns as the Comedic Competition Series Premieres Thursday, Feb. 26
Hosted by Joel McHale, the hit comedy competition series brings together 11 reality all-stars who must scheme, strategize and shade each other in different challenges for a chance to win $200,000 and the title of "America's Ultimate Supervillain."

[01/20/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of January 12 - "The Rip" Confiscates the No. 1 Spot in This Week's Top 10
Mistrust was the theme of the week, as viewers put the murder-mystery thriller "His & Hers" at No. 1 on the English TV list with 29.5 million views.

[01/20/26 - 11:38 AM]
NBC Will Air Its Comedy "Stumble" on Friday, Feb. 20 Immediately Following That Evening's Coverage of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
"Stumble" regularly airs Fridays at 8:30 p.m., with encores on Mondays at 8:30 p.m.

[01/20/26 - 10:11 AM]
Angel Reese Joins the Cast of "The Hunting Wives" in the Co-Starring Role of "Trainer Barbie"
Season two of the series is now in production.

[01/20/26 - 10:05 AM]
Introducing the Cast of "Kennedy" - A New Netflix Drama Series Exploring the Lives, Loves, Rivalries and Tragedies That Shaped the Most Iconic Dynasty in Modern History
Joining Michael Fassbender as Joe Sr. are Laura Donnelly as Rose; Joshuah Melnick as Jack; Ben Miles as Eddie Moore; Saura Lightfoot-Leon as Kick; Cole Doman as Lem Billings; Nick Robinson as Joe Jr.; Lydia Peckham as Rosemary; and Imogen Poots as Gloria Swanson.

[01/20/26 - 09:16 AM]
Production Underway on Season 2 of Acclaimed Arctic Comedy "North of North" for Netflix, APTN and CBC
The highly anticipated new season will premiere later in 2026.

[01/20/26 - 08:01 AM]
Netflix Is a Joke Fest Returns to Los Angeles Bolder Than Ever
Los Angeles will see over 35 venues for the festival's most impressive lineup yet from the Hollywood Bowl, The Greek Theatre and the Intuit Dome, to iconic comedy hubs like The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, and Hollywood IMPROV.

[01/20/26 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Glitter & Gold" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Ahead of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, go inside the high-stakes, high-drama world of ice dance as the sport's top couples skate for gold and glory.

[01/20/26 - 07:02 AM]
Prime Video Releases First-Look Images and Release Date for Upcoming Comedy, "Bait"
"Bait" stars Ahmed as Shah Latif, a struggling actor, whose last chance to hit it big comes in the form of an audition of a lifetime.

[01/20/26 - 07:01 AM]
Alan Chikin Chow Is Coming to Netflix to Form the Next K-Pop Sensation
Chow, the most-watched YouTube Shorts creator, is partnering with Netflix for a new scripted series in collaboration with HYBE America, the U.S. arm of the Korean music and entertainment company.

[01/20/26 - 07:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV Debuts Trailer for Season Two of Global Hit Drama "The Last Thing He Told Me"
The eight-episode second season will debut globally with the first episode on Friday, February 20, 2026, followed by one episode every Friday through April 10, 2026.

[01/20/26 - 06:01 AM]
"Marty, Life Is Short," The Definitive Documentary on Comedian Martin Short, Is Coming to Netflix May 12
Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the film takes a look at one of the most influential comedians of a generation through never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews.

[01/20/26 - 04:06 AM]
Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery Amend Agreement to All-Cash Transaction
The all-cash transaction continues to be valued at $27.75 per WBD share, unchanged from the prior transaction structure.

[01/19/26 - 03:59 PM]
ESPN and Words + Pictures Announce "Saban," Landmark Docuseries on Legendary Life and Career of Hall of Fame Icon Nick Saban
The series will tell the story of Nick Saban's extraordinary career, highlighted by his 17 seasons at Alabama, where he led the team to six national titles and reestablished the Crimson Tide as the preeminent program in college football.

[01/19/26 - 03:01 PM]
Video: "Straight to Hell" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Kazuko Hosoki was a legendary fortune-teller who captivated Japan. What was the true nature of the woman who manipulated the media and achieved wild popularity?