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[01/25/18 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, January 25
Updates include: USA nixes "American Rust," "Damnation"; ABC orders pilot for "The Greatest American Hero"; and The CW begins pilot order with "Charmed," "Dead Inside."

[01/25/18 - 01:38 PM]
Lifetime Reaches 10.5 Million Viewers for Weekend Telecasts of "Cocaine Godmother" and "Griselda: The Godmother"
Lifetime further spins the numbers for Saturday, January 20.

[01/25/18 - 12:00 PM]
Milo Manheim and Meg Donnelly, Stars of Disney's "Zombies," Present a "Zombies"-Themed Cheer Performance and Announce the Launch of a Nationwide "Zombies" Spirit Challenge
Performing to the high-energy dance single "BAMM" from the movie's soundtrack, Florida's Bartow High School Varsity Coed Cheer squad execute an elite cheerleading routine, introduced by Manheim and Donnelly.

[01/25/18 - 11:57 AM]
Bravo's "Top Chef" Embarks on a Nationwide Casting Call
This year's chef meet and greets will take place by appointment at restaurants of alumni and friends of "Top Chef" in Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Miami, Nashville, New York City, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

[01/25/18 - 11:45 AM]
All-New Weekly Series "Showtime at the Apollo," Hosted by Steve Harvey, to Premiere Following Spring Return of "Gotham" Thursday, March 1, on FOX
Plus: "MasterChef Junior" debuts its sixth season with a special two-hour premiere on Friday, March 2.

[01/25/18 - 11:12 AM]
Joanne Whalley Joins the Cast for Season Three of the Netflix Original Series, "Marvel's Daredevil"
She will portray Sister Maggie, a strong-willed nun who speaks her mind and cares deeply about Matt's safety.

[01/25/18 - 11:04 AM]
HGTV Strong Tuesday Night Performance Helped by "Fixer Upper" and New Series "Restored by the Fords"
HGTV spins the numbers for Tuesday, January 23.

[01/25/18 - 11:01 AM]
"Thursday Night Darts: Premier League 2018" Starts February 1 on BBC America
Earlier that day, the weekly competition will stream live on BBCAmerica.com, starting at 2:00pm/1c.

[01/25/18 - 10:28 AM]
Lifetime's Bolsters Unscripted Series with Three New Series Premieres and Two Series Renewals
Premiering March 2, "Laurieann Gibson: Beyond the Spotlight" showcases the famed choreographer working with some of the biggest names in music.

[01/25/18 - 09:04 AM]
AMC Releases the Official Key Art for Highly Anticipated Second Half of "The Walking Dead" Season 8
The art features Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln), Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus) and Michonne (Danai Gurira) armed and ready for "The Last Stand."

[01/25/18 - 08:24 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX, "9-1-1" Hold Onto Demo Crown
The network leads the night among adults 18-49 while CBS was the most-watched broadcaster.

[01/25/18 - 08:20 AM]
Video: "Altered Carbon" - Fight for Your Life
The cast and crew of "Altered Carbon" take you behind the scenes with this exclusive look at the compelling fight sequences that feature in the series, and the intense preparation that went into creating them.

[01/25/18 - 08:14 AM]
New Culinary Series Hosted by Chef Richard Blais - "Man vs. Master" Premieres February 19 on FYI
In each episode, three new emerging chefs will go head-to-head in challenges related to a master chef's specialty.

[01/25/18 - 07:08 AM]
Academy Award(R) Nominee Michael Shannon Joins Florence Pugh and Alexander Skarsgard in The Ink Factory, BBC and AMC's "The Little Drummer Girl"
In "The Little Drummer Girl" brilliant young actress Charlie (Pugh) strikes up an acquaintance with an intriguing stranger while on holiday in Greece, but it rapidly becomes apparent that his intentions are far from romantic.

[01/25/18 - 06:30 AM]
CBS and the Recording Academy(TM) Announce Presenters for the "60th Annual Grammy Awards(R)"
This year's presenters include Tony Bennett, Dave Chappelle, Kelly Clarkson, Victor Cruz, Eve, Jim Gaffigan, Katie Holmes, Nick Jonas, Anna Kendrick, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Shemar Moore, Trevor Noah, Sarah Silverman, Hailee Steinfeld and Donnie Wahlberg.

[01/25/18 - 06:02 AM]
Season Two of Amazon Prime Original "Sneaky Pete" Premieres on March 9 on Prime Video
During its series debut last year, "Sneaky Pete" was the second most streamed original scripted series on an opening day with a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score.

[01/24/18 - 11:43 PM]
Academy Award(R)-Winning Helen Mirren to Play Catherine the Great in Sky and HBO Drama
"Catherine the Great" is a four-part drama that delves into the politically tumultuous and sexually charged court of the most powerful female monarch in history.

[01/24/18 - 11:29 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, January 24
Updates include: Meryl Streep signs onto season two of HBO's "Big Little Lies"; Brett Dier set as male lead in "History of Them" at CBS; and ABC gives pilot orders to drama "For Love," "Salvage."

[01/24/18 - 06:45 PM]
"Drunk History" Season 5 Premiere Featuring Tiffany Haddish Sees Massive Ratings Gains in Key Demos Versus Season 4 Premiere, Year-Ago Levels
Comedy Central spins the numbers for Tuesday, January 23.

[01/24/18 - 03:00 PM]
Music Executive Phil McIntyre Signs on as Executive Producer, and Music Producer and Multi-Instrumentalist Kristopher Pooley Joins as Music Director for ABC's "American Idol"
Drawing on his extensive musical background, he will focus on developing the contestants' artistic vision, preparing them for a successful career after the show, along with liaising with guest artists and the online distribution of the music performed.

[01/24/18 - 01:35 PM]
"Murphy Brown" Returns to CBS - Candice Bergen Reprises Starring Role
As its 30th anniversary approaches, "Murphy Brown" returns to a world of cable news, social media, fake news and a very different political and cultural climate.

[01/24/18 - 12:15 PM]
"Empire" and "Star" Return with All-New Episodes Beginning Wednesday, March 28, 8/7c on FOX
Check out a first look at the all-new promo for "Empire."

[01/24/18 - 11:01 AM]
Lifetime Movies Original "Her Stolen Past" Premieres February 2
Medical student Sonya Daniels (Shanice Banton) is shocked when she returns home and finds the birth certificate of a kidnapped baby hidden in her late mother's closet.

[01/24/18 - 11:00 AM]
Video: "The X-Files" - New Extended Trailer
Get a first look at new footage from the next five episodes.

[01/24/18 - 10:07 AM]
"Marvel's Spider-Man" Returning for Season 2 on Disney XD
The second season of "Marvel's Spider-Man" follows Peter Parker in his sophomore year as a more experienced Super Hero and a more confident student at what was once the intimidating Horizon High School.

[01/24/18 - 09:43 AM]
Discovery Goes Full Throttle for "Motor Mega Week" Starting February 26
This week-long automotive celebration features three all-new series premieres - "Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings," "Twin Turbos" and "Shifting Gears with Aaron Kaufman" - as well as a four-part, supersized "Street Outlaws vs. Fast N' Loud: Build to Mega Race" series.

[01/24/18 - 08:12 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Keeps Demo Crown with "This Is Us"
The Peacock's flagship drama wins the night among adults 18-49.

[01/24/18 - 08:02 AM]
Oscar(R) Nominee John Malkovich to Guest Star on Showtime(R) Hit Drama "Billions"
In addition, Showtime has released the official poster art and a new teaser video for season three.

[01/24/18 - 07:20 AM]
Video: Trailer Debut - "Seven Seconds" - There Are Three Sides to Every Story
Watch Regina King, Clare-Hope Ashitey and Russell Hornsby as they seek justice and truth in the new Netflix original crime anthology series.

[01/24/18 - 06:30 AM]
Jon Batiste, Gary Clark Jr., Emmylou Harris, Zuleyka Rivera, Chris Stapleton and Sting Added to the Lineup for the "60th Annual Grammy Awards(R)"
Previously announced performers include Brothers Osbourne, Alessia Cara, Cardi B, Childish Gambino, Eric Church, Miley Cyrus, Daddy Yankee, DJ Khaled, Luis Fonsi, Elton John, Kesha, Khalid, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, Little Big Town, Logic, Patti LuPone, Bruno Mars, Maren Morris, P!nk, Ben Platt, Rihanna, Sam Smith, SZA, Bryson Tiller and U2.

[01/23/18 - 11:40 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, January 23
Updates include: NBC orders four multi-camera comedy pilots; ABC moves forward with a pair of drama pilots; and CBS gives green light to drama pilot "God Friended Me."

[01/23/18 - 04:33 PM]
Comedy Central(R) Storytelling Series "This Is Not Happening," Hosted by Roy Wood Jr., Debuts with a Supersized One-Hour Season Four Premiere on Friday, February 2 at Midnight ET/PT
Wood Jr. is extending his hosting duties to include original companion interstitials that will air on Fridays beginning with the launch of season four.

[01/23/18 - 01:13 PM]
"Mary Kills People" Returns March 12 on Lifetime
Starring Caroline Dhavernas, Jay Ryan and Richard Short, the second season also features guest stars Rachelle Lefevre and Ian Lake.

[01/23/18 - 10:01 AM]
CBS Announces the Celebrity Judges and Mentor for "MVP: Most Valuable Performer," Airing Live, Thursday, Jan. 25
Katharine McPhee, Maz Jobrani and Brandon Marshall will judge the special with Sharon Osbourne serving as mentor.

[01/23/18 - 09:32 AM]
"The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story" Premieres to 5.5 Million Total Viewers
FX further spins the numbers for Wednesday, January 17.

[01/23/18 - 09:16 AM]
All-New Series "Twin Turbos" Races to Discovery Channel on Wednesday, February 28th
For father-son duo Doug and Brad DeBerti, custom car building isn't just a hobby, it's their life.

[01/23/18 - 09:04 AM]
Starz to Air the #ThatsHarassment Film Campaign in Half Hour Primetime Special
The series of short films depicts cases of sexual harassment in the work place, all based on real events, beginning Friday, January 26.

[01/23/18 - 08:24 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Keeps Top Spot with "Bachelor," "Good Doctor"
The Alphabet leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-19.

[01/23/18 - 07:59 AM]
Travel Channel Greenlights New Adventure Quest Series "Hunting Evidence"
Six one-hour episodes will begin airing in June 2018.

[01/22/18 - 11:46 PM]
Development Update: Monday, January 22
Updates include: CBS orders pilots for three projects; NBC gives green light to drama "The Enemy Within"; and FX to bring "What We Do in the Shadows" to the small screen.

[01/22/18 - 03:11 PM]
"Corporate" Is Highest-Rated Basic-Cable Prime Comedy Premiere of the 2017-18 Season Among Men 18-34
Comedy Central further spins the numbers for Wednesday, January 17.

[01/22/18 - 01:46 PM]
Nat Geo WILD Kicks Off Safari Live Weeklong Event on Super Bowl Sunday
Tune in to experience thrilling nightly safaris from Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations.

[01/22/18 - 12:01 PM]
Natalie Portman Set to Host "Saturday Night Live" on Feb. 3 with Musical Guest Dua Lipa
Pop artist Dua Lipa will join Portman as musical guest for the first time.

[01/22/18 - 10:31 AM]
"American Ninja Warrior: USA vs. The World" and "Timeless" Season Two Premiere Jumpstart Sunday Night Family Viewing Beginning March 11
"Timeless" will then regularly air on Sunday nights following "Little Big Shots" and "Genius Junior."

[01/22/18 - 09:46 AM]
Starz Acquires Unscripted Docuseries "America to Me" from Acclaimed Filmmaker Steve James and Participant Media
The series follows students, teachers and administrators in suburban Chicago's Oak Park and River Forest High School, one of the country's most exemplary and diverse public schools.

[01/22/18 - 08:38 AM]
Food Network Takes Game Day Eats Live
Food Network will go live Saturday, February 3, with a cross-platform Game Day Eats experience, offering game day recipes, tips and inspiration across the brand's linear, digital and convergent properties.

[01/22/18 - 08:32 AM]
SundanceTV Continues Its Exploration of True Crime by Partnering with Award-Winning Talent and Greenlighting Three New Docuseries
The first of these docuseries, "The Road to Jonestown" (w/t), will air timed to the 40th Anniversary of the massacre this November.

[01/22/18 - 08:31 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Dominates with NFC Championship
The Eagles/Vikings blowout is not surprisingly down from last year's primetime championship on CBS.

[01/22/18 - 08:19 AM]
30 for 30 "The Two Bills" to Premiere February 1 on ESPN
The next documentary features legendary football coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells being interviewed together for the first time since 1991.

[01/22/18 - 07:47 AM]
First Season of "The Alienist" to Premiere on Netflix on April 19th
All 10 episodes will be available at once for members around the world.







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[09/27/24 - 02:02 PM]
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[09/27/24 - 11:00 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 11:00 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 10:00 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 09:10 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 08:08 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 07:35 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 07:34 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 06:15 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 06:01 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 06:01 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 01:01 AM]
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[09/27/24 - 12:01 AM]
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[09/26/24 - 09:31 PM]
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[09/26/24 - 01:30 PM]
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