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[11/27/17 - 11:38 PM]
Development Update: Monday, November 27
Updates include: CBS passes on back order for "Wisdom of the Crowd"; John Stamos to recur on Lifetime's "You"; and Courtney B. Vance topline FX's "Heist 88."

[11/27/17 - 07:58 PM]
Back by Popular Demand, MTV Greenlights "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" - Original Housemates Set to Return for New Series in 2018
A global sensation, the "Shore" franchise has extensions around the globe including "Geordie Shore" in the UK, "Gandia Shore" in Spain, "Warsaw Shore" in Poland and "Acapulco Shore" in Mexico.

[11/27/17 - 04:02 PM]
"Man with a Plan" and "Superior Donuts" Receive Full-Season Orders for the 2017-2018 Broadcast Season
Both series returned to Monday nights on CBS in the past month.

[11/27/17 - 02:16 PM]
Netflix Ventures Into the Amazon Jungle with Its First All Colombian Original Series
The show will follow a young detective and her partner deep into the Amazon, on the border of Brazil and Colombia, to investigate a series of bizarre murders.

[11/27/17 - 01:52 PM]
First Look: Lennie James on the Set of AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead"
It was announced last night on "Talking Dead" that James, who plays fan favorite character "Morgan Jones" on "The Walking Dead," will star in "Fear the Walking Dead" Season 4 as part of a previously announced series crossover.

[11/27/17 - 01:03 PM]
"Saturday Night Live" Rolls Out the Holiday Season with Three Back-to-Back Shows
James Franco (December 9) and Kevin Hart (December 16) join the previously announced Saoirse Ronan (December 2) as hosts.

[11/27/17 - 12:00 PM]
Grammy(R) Award-Winning, Multi-Platinum Solo Artist Fergie to Host New Music Competition Series "The Four: Battle for Stardom," Premiering Thursday, January 4, on FOX
Said Fergie, "This is a unique and modern show format that I believe will set the standard for the next generation of singing competition series on TV."

[11/27/17 - 11:15 AM]
Seth Meyers Named Host of "75th Annual Golden Globe Awards," Set for Sunday, Jan. 7 on NBC
The three-hour Golden Globes telecast will serve as the official kickoff to the 2018 awards season.

[11/27/17 - 10:01 AM]
"Christmas in Rockefeller Center" Adds Harry Connick Jr., Auli'i Cravalho, Seal and Train to the Epic Lineup of Artists on Wednesday, Nov. 29
They join Brett Eldredge, Jennifer Nettles, Leslie Odom Jr., Pentatonix, Gwen Stefani and The Tenors in the festive celebration.

[11/27/17 - 10:00 AM]
CBS Announces Singer-Songwriter Josh Groban Will Headline the 19th Annual "A Home for the Holidays," An Entertainment Special Celebrating Families Whose Lives Have Been Changed Through Adoption, to Be Broadcast Tuesday, Dec. 19
Also, Kelly Clarkson, Kacey Musgraves and Kane Brown are set to perform on the special.

[11/27/17 - 09:58 AM]
A&E Network's Emmy(R) Award-Winning Docuseries "Intervention" to Tackle the Nation's Opioid Crisis in a Special New Season
The two-hour season premiere of "Intervention" launches Tuesday, January 2 at 9 PM ET/PT on A&E.

[11/27/17 - 09:01 AM]
Amazon Original Series "The Last Post" to Debut Exclusively in the US on Prime Video on Friday, December 22
"The Last Post" is set during the social and political unrest of the mid-sixties, in the simmering heat of Aden, Yemen, and centers on the lives of a unit of Royal Military Police officers and their families.

[11/27/17 - 08:38 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Rides "Sunday Night Football" to Top Spot
The Peacock dominates the evening among adults 18-49 as well as total viewers.

[11/27/17 - 08:19 AM]
WE tv Acquires Ten Seasons of Critically-Acclaimed Drama "Criminal Minds" Starring Joe Mantegna and Shemar Moore
WE tv will begin airing the critically-acclaimed drama starting Saturday, December 16 from 10am-5am ET/PT.

[11/27/17 - 08:19 AM]
Video: CBS' 2017 On-Air Holiday Campaign Is an Homage to the Network's Charming Hand-Drawn Animated Holiday Greeting in 1966
The vintage spot was designed by renowned illustrator/animator R.O. Blechman and brought to life by famed animator Willis Pyle.

[11/27/17 - 05:36 AM]
Celebrity Guests Confirmed for "The Grand Tour" Season Two
Some of the star guests this series include, Luke Evans, Kiefer Sutherland, Hugh Bonneville, Kevin Pietersen, Dominic Cooper, Dynamo, Rory Mcllroy, Michael Ball, Alfie Boe and more.

[11/26/17 - 09:48 PM]
Netflix Announces New Film "Love Per Square Foot" Produced by Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP
The film is a quirky romantic comedy that chronicles a guy and girl who enter a marriage of convenience to buy a flat in Mumbai, the city of their dreams.

[11/26/17 - 08:28 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: College Football Puts ABC on Top Once Again
The Alphabet cruises to victory in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[11/25/17 - 09:12 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: "Trolls Holiday" Pushes NBC on Top
The Peacock's new holiday special leads the night among adults 18-49.

[11/24/17 - 11:19 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday-Friday, November 22-24
Updates include: Arden Cho to visit NBC's "Chicago Med"; Hakeem Kae-Kazim cast in The CW's "Dynasty"; and Michael Rady to drop by NBC's "Timeless."

[11/24/17 - 08:46 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Rides NFL to Thanksgiving Victory
The Peacock easily wins the holiday night in all categories.

[11/23/17 - 09:02 PM]
Video: "Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return" Renewed for Second Season on Netflix
Join Joel Hodgson, Felicia Day and Jonah Ray for the breaking news.

[11/23/17 - 04:06 PM]
Netflix Announces New Korean Original Stand-Up Comedy Special with YG Entertainment
Yoo Byung-Jae gained popularity when he was a part of "Saturday Night Live Korea" for four seasons both as a writer and cast member.

[11/23/17 - 09:36 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Tops Viewers, Shares Demo Honors with ABC
The Alphabet's annual telecast of "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" is the top adults 18-49 draw while "Survivor" is the most-watched program.

[11/22/17 - 08:30 AM]
Netflix Announces "Undercover," Its First Belgian/Dutch Co-Production Starring Anna Drijver, Elise Schaap, Tom Waes and Frank Lammers
The 10 part series will launch in 2019.

[11/22/17 - 08:13 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, "This Is Us" Hold Off ABC, "DWTS" Finale
The Peacock wins the night among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster.

[11/22/17 - 06:30 AM]
Video: Watch the Trailer for the Netflix Film "El Camino Christmas," Launching December 8
Tim Allen, Vincent D'Onofrio, Luke Grimes, Dax Shepard, Jessica Alba, Kurtwood Smith and Michelle Mylett make up the ensemble cast.

[11/22/17 - 06:06 AM]
Amazon and Funny or Die Land Parade Powerhouse Legends Cord Hosenbeck and Tish Cattigan as Hosts for Amazon Prime Video's 2018 Rose Parade Live
Said event will stream live on Amazon Prime Video on New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, 2018 at 8:00am PT / 11:00am ET.

[11/22/17 - 04:37 AM]
Pulse Films Announces "Gangs of London"
Set to launch on HBO's Cinemax and Sky Atlantic in 2019, the 10-part series will be produced by Pulse Films in association with Sister Pictures.

[11/21/17 - 11:47 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, November 21
Updates include: PBS cancels "Charlie Rose" following accusations against host; Amazon's "Too Old to Die Young" reveals principal cast; and Michael Harney, Ksenia Solo board History's "Blue Book."

[11/21/17 - 08:01 PM]
A Special All-Athletes Edition of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" Is Set to Premiere in Spring 2018 on ABC
10 athletes from all corners of the sports world will be teamed up with the show's professional dancers and compete on the ballroom floor for a chance to win the coveted Mirrorball trophy.

[11/21/17 - 12:43 PM]
"Antiques Roadshow" Appraiser Brings Guest to Tears in Stunning Season Opener!
Season 22 rolls out Monday, January 8 at 8:00/7:00c on PBS.

[11/21/17 - 12:07 PM]
The CW's Midseason Finale Dates
"Riverdale" and "Dynasty" will close out the network's 2017 originals on Wednesday, December 13.

[11/21/17 - 12:00 PM]
"Little Women: Atlanta" Returns with New Episodes on December 13th Followed by the Premiere of the Home Makeover Series "Little Women: Terra's Big House"
"Little Women: LA's Terra Jole and her husband Joe star in the latter series.

[11/21/17 - 11:50 AM]
Oxygen Media Uncovers Infamous Crimes in "Mysteries & Scandals" Hosted by Soledad O'Brien Premiering Friday, January 5 at 9 PM ET/PT
The 13 episode, hour-long series investigates some of the most legendary and intriguing crimes, murders, and scandals that shook the nation and impacted pop culture through vivid first-hand accounts, re-enactments and archival footage.

[11/21/17 - 11:30 AM]
FOX Announces Premiere Dates for "LA to Vegas" and "The Resident"
Plus: the network reveals return dates for the rest of its winter lineup.

[11/21/17 - 11:09 AM]
OWN Rings in the New Year with the Series Premiere of Tyler Perry's Comedy "The Paynes" January 16
Additionally, "The Haves and the Have Nots" and "If Loving You Is Wrong" will return Tuesday, January 9 and Wednesday, January 10, respectively.

[11/21/17 - 10:55 AM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Survives Winter's Extremes with "Panama's Animal Highway" and "America's Badlands"
Look for said specials on Wednesday, December 13 and December 20 at 8:00/7:00c, respectively.

[11/21/17 - 10:34 AM]
NBC Picks Up Third Season of "The Good Place"
The critically acclaimed Thursday night comedy will return for another 13-episode season.

[11/21/17 - 09:33 AM]
Stars of Screen, Stage and Sport to Gather in Silicon Valley to Celebrate Science at 6th Annual "Breakthrough Prize" Ceremony Sunday, December 3
For the first time, the show will be streamed live on the Facebook and YouTube platforms of Breakthrough Prize and National Geographic.

[11/21/17 - 09:07 AM]
"Ink Master: Angels" Soar Into a Second Season on Paramount Network
The second season of 10 hour-long episodes will debut on the Paramount Network in March 2018.

[11/21/17 - 09:07 AM]
Acclaimed Series "Anne (with an E)" Begins Principal Photography on Season Two for CBC and Netflix
The series, currently shooting in various locations in Ontario and PEI, will return for 10 episodes on CBC in Canada and globally - everywhere outside of Canada - on Netflix in 2018.

[11/21/17 - 08:34 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Holds Onto Top Spot in Viewers, Demos
"Dancing with the Stars" and "The Good Doctor" top said categories, respectively.

[11/21/17 - 08:09 AM]
"Unexpected" Is TLC's #1 New Series in 2017
TLC further spins the numbers for the series to date.

[11/21/17 - 08:06 AM]
"Charles Manson: The Final Words" New Documentary to Premiere Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 9PM ET/6PM PT
The documentary, narrated by musician and director Rob Zombie, focuses on the Manson family murders told from Manson's perspective using never-before-seen case files, pictures and exclusive interviews with Manson himself from inside California State Prison.

[11/21/17 - 07:01 AM]
Emmy(R) Award Winner Alexander Skarsgard Set to Star in The Ink Factory, BBC and AMC's "The Little Drummer Girl"
Production on the six-part mini-series begins early next year with global sales handled by Endeavor Content/IMG.

[11/20/17 - 11:36 PM]
Development Update: Monday, November 20
Updates include: Jeffrey Tambor announces exit from Amazon's "Transparent"; DC orders "Harley Quinn" animated series; and BET rescinds second season for VH1's "The Breaks."

[11/20/17 - 01:30 PM]
"The Bachelor: Countdown to Arie" Previews the Iconic Series' 22nd Season on Monday, December 11, on ABC
For the first time ever, Bachelor Nation will get an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at Arie Luyendyk Jr.'s life, his family and his love of racing.

[11/20/17 - 12:49 PM]
Investigation Discovery Reveals the Monster Behind the Disappearance of Laci Peterson in "Scott Peterson: An American Murder Mystery"
The two-hour special premieres Wednesday, November 29 at 9:00/8:00c, exclusively on ID.

[11/20/17 - 12:33 PM]
Sports Illustrated and Time Inc. Productions Produce First National Telecast of SI's Sportsperson of the Year Awards; Event to Air on NBCSN
The awards show, which was previously only available for viewing online, will air as a one-hour special Friday, December 8 at 8:00/7:00c on NBCSN.







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[11/13/24 - 02:02 PM]
Hit Detective Drama, "Shetland," Returns December 11 for Season Nine on BritBox
A double missing person's case blurs the lines between the personal and the professional, as Calder and Tosh are drawn into a labyrinthine investigation.

[11/13/24 - 01:59 PM]
Dascha Polanco and Paige Hurd Each to Star in New "Ripped from the Headlines" Originals for Lifetime
The former stars in "Terror Comes Knocking: The Marcela Borges Story" on January 11; while the latter leads "Girl in the Garage: The Laura Cowan Story" on January 18.

[11/13/24 - 01:08 PM]
ESPN to Exclusively Present 2025 MLB Opening Day Doubleheader Featuring Both World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers and American League Champion New York Yankees
The doubleheader begins on ESPN at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 27 when Aaron Judge and the Yankees host Christian Yelich and the Milwaukee Brewers, who won the National League Central in 2024.

[11/13/24 - 11:30 AM]
"Doctor Odyssey" Series Premiere Swells +482% Over Live+Same Day Audience in Adults 18-49
Plus: "9-1-1" kicked off season eight with an action-packed three-episode story arc rising +156% in Total Viewers (12.64 million vs. 4.93 million) and +519% in Adults 18-49 (2.91 rating vs. 0.47 rating) over its initial Live+Same Day audience.

[11/13/24 - 11:12 AM]
ESPN NBA Schedule Update: Golden State Warriors Visit New Orleans Pelicans on November 22
This matchup replaces the previously scheduled Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks game.

[11/13/24 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "The Night Agent" Season 2 - Official Teaser - Netflix
Based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, "The Night Agent" is a sophisticated, character-based, action-thriller centering on a low level FBI Agent, Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), whose efforts to save The President in Season 1 earn him an opportunity to become a Night Agent in Season 2.

[11/13/24 - 11:00 AM]
CBS Announces Winter Premiere Dates for 2024-25 Primetime Season
"Hollywood Squares," starring award-winning actress and talk show host Drew Barrymore as the center square, and hosted by Nate Burleson, premieres Thursday, January 9 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT).

[11/13/24 - 10:08 AM]
Video: Trailer and Key Art Debut - Hulu Exclusive "Family Guy" Holiday Special
The special episode premieres on Monday, November 25 only on Hulu as a part of the year-round "Family Guy" 25th Anniversary Celebration!

[11/13/24 - 10:01 AM]
Onyx Collective's Sexy Legal Drama "Reasonable Doubt" Renewed for Season Three on Hulu
"Reasonable Doubt" centers on Los Angeles-based high-powered criminal defense attorney Jacqueline "Jax" Stewart (Emayatzy Corinealdi) as she deals with past traumas, a struggling marriage, motherhood and a murder case, all while trying to keep her life together.

[11/13/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Say Nothing" - Official Trailer 2 - FX
FX's limited series is a gripping story of murder and memory in Northern Ireland during The Troubles.

[11/13/24 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Let The Games Begin! Prime Video Releases Official Trailer and Key Art for Holiday Special "Amazon Wish List Games"
All five episodes of the special are set to debut on Prime Video on November 20.

[11/13/24 - 09:01 AM]
Disney Channel's "Fa-La-La-Lidays" and Disney Jr.'s "Magical Holidays" Unwrap Festive Programming for the Whole Family
Highlights of "Disney Channel's Fa-la-la-lidays" include new animated holiday episodes of "Big City Greens" and "ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series."

[11/13/24 - 09:00 AM]
Video: "The Later Daters" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Six older singles shake off the dust and wade back into the dating pool with the help of their family and friends and a renowned relationship expert in this uplifting docuseries that proves it's never too late to find lasting love.

[11/13/24 - 09:00 AM]
CBS Presents "Blue Bloods: Celebrating a Family Legacy," An "Entertainment Tonight" Special, to Air Friday, Nov. 29
This one-hour special, celebrating 293 episodes of "Blue Bloods," includes new exclusive interviews with the stars and recurring guest stars who share favorite memories and behind-the-scenes moments from the past 14 years.

[11/13/24 - 09:00 AM]
Acorn TV to Debut "Acorn TV X TED: Transform Your Thinking"
The new series will consist of six episodes, each featuring five TED Talks with a common theme.