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[04/07/18 - 08:34 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Holds Onto Top Spot with Dramas
The Eye's trio leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/07/18 - 07:37 AM]
Second Round Masters Ratings on ESPN Up 55 Percent Over 2017
ESPN spins the numbers for Friday, April 6.

[04/06/18 - 11:36 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 6
Updates include: Amazon pulls the plug on "Mozart in the Jungle" after four seasons; Netflix likewise cancels "Everything Sucks!"; and Tiffany Haddish sets up "Unsubscribed" at HBO.

[04/06/18 - 12:49 PM]
Investigation Discovery Earns Best Prime Quarter Ever for Total Viewers
Investigation Discovery further spins the numbers for the quarter to date.

[04/06/18 - 12:38 PM]
MTV Scores Highest Rated New Show in Six Years with "Jersey Shore Family Vacation"
MTV spins the numbers for Thursday, April 5.

[04/06/18 - 11:49 AM]
DIY Network Renews "Restored" with Preservationist Brett Waterman for a Third Season
The series features Brett as he reveals the unrealized potential hidden beneath neglect, bad renovations and unsightly additions.

[04/06/18 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Showtime Debuts Poster Art and New Tease for "Patrick Melrose"
Based on the acclaimed Patrick Melrose series of semi-autobiographical novels written by Edward St. Aubyn, the series will premiere on Saturday, May 12 at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/06/18 - 09:00 AM]
"2018 Billboard Music Awards" Will Broadcast Live Coast to Coast from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 20 at 8 P.M. ET/5 P.M. PT on NBC
Tickets for the "2018 Billboard Music Awards" will go on sale to the public on Thursday, April 12.

[04/06/18 - 08:51 AM]
With Unprecedented Access to the Site, Discovery Digs Deep in "Valley of the Kings" to Uncover Lost Treasures of Egypt
Led by renowned Archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, the crew of more than one hundred Egyptian workers are digging in the largely untouched western portion of the valley, where leading archaeologists believe several royal tombs lie hidden.

[04/06/18 - 08:50 AM]
Amblin Television and Jigsaw Productions Team Up for Discovery Event Series "Why We Hate" (Working Title)
Executive produced by filmmaking heavyweights Steven Spielberg and Alex Gibney and directed by Geeta Gandbhir and Sam Pollard, the powerful six-part television event investigates the human capacity for hatred - and how we can overcome it.

[04/06/18 - 08:49 AM]
"C.B. Strike" Debuts Friday, June 1 on Cinemax
The show launches with three one-hour episodes based on the first book in the trilogy, "The Cuckoo's Calling," followed by adaptations of the remaining two books, "The Silkworm" and "Career of Evil," both of which will consist of two one-hour episodes.

[04/06/18 - 08:16 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: "Big Bang Theory" Powers Another Victory for CBS
The Eye edges the competition in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/06/18 - 08:01 AM]
The 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards Moves to Hollywood with Music's Biggest Event for Families Set to Take Place at The Dolby Theatre(R) on Friday, June 22, 2018
A special telecast of the sixth annual show, "2018 Radio Disney Music Awards," will be presented on Saturday, June 23 on Disney Channel.

[04/06/18 - 07:42 AM]
"Raised in the System" Full Episode Will Be Available Digitally After Debut on HBO
Beginning at 7:40 p.m. ET/PT, HBO is giving non-subscribers an opportunity to watch "Raised in the System" when the episode is posted in ten-minute increments as they air on @HBO's Twitter page.

[04/06/18 - 07:19 AM]
ESPN Earns Best Overnight Rating for Masters First Round Since 2015
ESPN spins the numbers for Thursday, April 5.

[04/06/18 - 06:00 AM]
"House Arrest" as Investigation Discovery Returns to the Crime Scene for Annual Fan Convention, IDCON: Cold Case Confidential, on Saturday, May 19 in NYC
Tickets are on sale now via EventBrite for the annual event, bringing out the inner armchair detective in fans everywhere with this year's theme, "Cold Case Confidential."

[04/05/18 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 5
Updates include: Karl Urban to star in Amazon's "The Boys"; Paramount Network orders comedy "First Wives Club" to pilot; and "Hidden Figures," "High Fidelity" eyed for TV adaptations.

[04/05/18 - 12:58 PM]
"The Simpsons" to Beat "Gunsmoke" as the Longest-Running Primetime Scripted Show in TV History with 636th Episode on April 29
"Forgive and Regret" marks the milestone installment of the series.

[04/05/18 - 12:50 PM]
HBO Brings a Taste of Sweetwater to San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Boston with "Westworld" Season 2 Premieres
Cast members Simon Quarterman and Shannon Woodward will join fans in San Francisco, Philadelphia and Boston for a special advance screening of the new season.

[04/05/18 - 12:43 PM]
FX Networks Orders Pilot for "Y" - Based on the Comic Book Series "Y: The Last Man"
Michael Green and Aida Mashaka Croal will serve as co-showrunners with Melina Matsoukas set to direct.

[04/05/18 - 12:31 PM]
"Girl in the Bunker," The Terrifying True Story of a Girl Held Captive Underground, Premieres on Memorial Day, May 28
The dark, psychological drama stars Henry Thomas, Julia LaLonde and Moira Kelly.

[04/05/18 - 10:59 AM]
"The Last O.G." Premieres as #1 Comedy, Biggest Cable Comedy Debut Since 2015
TBS spins the numbers for Tuesday, April 3.

[04/05/18 - 10:57 AM]
Discovery Channel Orders All-New Series "Book of Hines" (Working Title)
The project is an original unscripted series that follows former covert military man and intelligence officer Brett Hines and his family as they transition from living under the modern trappings of life in America to forming their own way of life.

[04/05/18 - 10:02 AM]
WGN America Picks Up Second Season of Mennonite Crime Drama, "Pure"
"'Pure'" is a stand-out scripted drama series with powerful characters and intense conflict in a very unique world," said Gavin Harvey.

[04/05/18 - 09:04 AM]
Amazon Prime Video Greenlights "Lorena," a Docuseries from Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw
"Lorena" is a four-part documentary series that reveals the hidden truths in the notorious case of John Wayne and Lorena Bobbitt and challenges the long-held narrative that surrounded this event.

[04/05/18 - 08:48 AM]
"Iron Chef America" Returns to Food Network with Classic Fan-Favorite Format
Overseen by host Alton Brown, each standalone episode pits an up-and-coming chef competitor against an elite Iron Chef in a stunning secret ingredient battle of over-the-top edible greatness.

[04/05/18 - 08:33 AM]
Netflix Announces "Dead to Me," New Dark Comedy Series from Liz Feldman, Will Ferrell, Adam McKay and Jessica Elbaum
The series is billed as about a powerful friendship that blossoms between a tightly wound widow and a free spirit with a shocking secret.

[04/05/18 - 08:28 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX, "Empire" Top Demo Race
CBS however is the most-watched broadcaster last night.

[04/05/18 - 08:26 AM]
Actress Gabrielle Union and NBA Champion Dwyane Wade Team Up for a Home Renovation in New HGTV Special "All-Star Flip"
The half-hour special will premiere Thursday, April 12 at 9:30/8:30c.

[04/05/18 - 07:01 AM]
ESPN & Kobe Bryant's Granity Studios' Show "Detail" to Debut April 12 on ESPN+
The series will feature his high-level analysis and insights as he breaks down games throughout the 2018 NBA Playoffs, including the NBA Finals.

[04/05/18 - 07:00 AM]
E! Sets Season Three Premiere of "Total Bellas" for Sunday, May 20 at 9 PM ET/PT
Season three will follow Nikki Bella and John Cena through their ups and downs as they plan their wedding and face the challenges that go into preparing for the big day.

[04/05/18 - 07:00 AM]
The CW Network Acquires "Burden of Truth" from Entertainment One for Summer 2018 Schedule
The series stars Kristin Kreuk as a big city lawyer who returns to her hometown to take on what she thinks is a simple case, only to find herself in a fight for justice for a group of sick girls.

[04/05/18 - 06:00 AM]
BBC America Renews "Killing Eve" for Second Season Days Before Season One Premiere
The suspenseful cat-and-mouse drama stars Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer and comes from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

[04/04/18 - 11:42 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, April 4
Updates include: FX, History shelve Bill Clinton projects; Freeform lands two potential series; and Lifetime scraps deal with The Weinstein Co. for "Project Runway" franchise.

[04/04/18 - 04:50 PM]
Sixth Episode of "Atlanta Robbin' Season" Will Air Uninterrupted on FX
"Teddy Perkins" will run uninterrupted for its 41-minute duration when it premieres on Thursday, April 5 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/04/18 - 01:00 PM]
ABC to Present a First Look at Viola Davis and Julius Tennon's Documentary Series "The Last Defense" at The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival, April 27
The seven-episode docu-series explores and exposes flaws in the American justice system through emotional, in-depth examinations of multiple death row cases.

[04/04/18 - 11:26 AM]
Gesine Prado Returns to Share Her Love of Baking in New Season of "Baked in Vermont"
Over 10 half-hour episodes, Gesine shares tips and tricks to help make baking easy, accessible and fun, while serving up delectable cakes, pies and other savory meals at her Vermont farmhouse with family and friends.

[04/04/18 - 11:01 AM]
"America Divided" Returns May 4th on EPIX
Gretchen Carlson, who recently made her own personal story public, will take viewers to the halls of Congress to uncover a pervasive culture of sexual harassment held in place for decades by a deeply flawed system.

[04/04/18 - 10:56 AM]
National Geographic Premieres Second Season of Emmy- and Golden Globe-Nominated Anthology Series, "Genius: Picasso"
Premiering with a double episode on Tuesday, April 24, the new season explores the Spanish expatriate's devotion to his craft, his contribution to modern art and his turbulent personal life.

[04/04/18 - 10:36 AM]
Netflix Announces "Paradise P.D.," A New Adult Animated Comedy Series from the Creators of "Brickleberry"
Dana Snyder, Cedric Yarbrough, Dave Herman, Tom Kenny, Sarah Chalke and Kyle Kinane are among the voice cast.

[04/04/18 - 10:02 AM]
Street Smart Police Drama "Shades of Blue" Set to Premiere Sunday, June 17 at 10 P.M.
The critically acclaimed drama will conclude after three seasons as the storyline brings Lopez's complex character to a fitting resolution.

[04/04/18 - 09:31 AM]
"Siren" Makes a Splash as Freeform's Biggest Drama Launch in Over 2 Years
Freeform further spins the numbers for Thursday, March 29.

[04/04/18 - 09:20 AM]
American Heroes Channel Explores Real Monuments Men in All-New Series, "Hunting Nazi Treasure"
The eight-episode season premieres Tuesday, May 1 at 10:00/9:00c.

[04/04/18 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Showtime(R) Releases Poster Art and New Teaser for Season Four of "The Affair"
The series, starring Golden Globe nominee Dominic West, Golden Globe winner Ruth Wilson, Emmy(R) Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Maura Tierney and Screen Actors Guild Award(R) nominee Joshua Jackson, will premiere on Sunday, June 17.

[04/04/18 - 08:15 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "Roseanne" Still Potent in Week Two for ABC
The Alphabet's revival leads the night in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/04/18 - 06:00 AM]
Dove Announces Global Partnership with Cartoon Network's "Steven Universe" to Build Self-Esteem and Body Confidence in Young People Using Mainstream Entertainment for the First Time
The partnership will come to life in a series of six short animated films directed by "Steven Universe" creator Rebecca Sugar, the first of which premieres today.

[04/04/18 - 04:00 AM]
E! Greenlights New Docu-Series "Very Cavallari" Featuring Reality Star Turned Style Powerhouse Kristin Cavallari
With her new home base in Nashville, the series will follow Kristin's life as a businesswoman launching a flagship store for her lifestyle product line, Uncommon James and wife to her husband, former professional football player, Jay Cutler.

[04/03/18 - 11:24 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, April 3
Updates include: Jes Macallan upped to regular on "DC's Legends of Tomorrow"; Mike Castle cast in "Pandas in New York" at CBS; and Kathryn Hahn to lead HBO's comedy pilot "Mrs. Fletcher."

[04/03/18 - 04:52 PM]
Netflix Reveals the Launch Date for Its Star-Studded K-Variety "Busted!"
"Busted!" is a new type of K-variety where seven main cast members position themselves as sloppy detectives that set out to solve a fun-filled mystery in each of the episodes.

[04/03/18 - 01:20 PM]
Comedy Central Finishes March as #1 Non-Sports Network Across Total Day Among Millennial Men and Sees 20% Ratings Jump Among Women 18-49 During 1Q 2018
Comedy Central further spins the numbers for the month to date.







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[05/12/26 - 02:06 PM]
Paul Anthony Kelly Joins Cast of FX's "American Horror Story" Installment 13 Coming This Fall to FX and Hulu
FX's "American Horror Story," the global phenomenon that has garnered more than 100 Emmy nominations since its launch in 2011, returns for an unrivaled 13th installment that will do justice to everyone's most feared number.

[05/12/26 - 01:55 PM]
Disney+ Becomes the Exclusive Home of the Banana Bowl This October
Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.

[05/12/26 - 01:42 PM]
The 99th Oscars Reunites Host Conan O'Brien and Executive Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan
The 99th Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu on Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

[05/12/26 - 01:38 PM]
Savannah Bananas' Jackson Olson Slides Into the Ballroom for "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35
The full cast of celebrities and professional dancers will be announced Wednesday, September 2, exclusively on "Good Morning America."

[05/12/26 - 01:32 PM]
ESPN Sets the Stage for Super Bowl LXI With Week Long Expansive Broadcast and Fan Experience on Santa Monica Beach
These efforts are all building toward Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, which will air on ESPN and ABC and mark ESPN's first production of the Super Bowl.

[05/12/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of May 4 - The Critters of "Swapped" Soar to No. 1 in This Week's Top 10
The pursuit of justice is action-packed in "Man on Fire," which set the English TV list ablaze at No. 1 with 12.6 million views.

[05/12/26 - 11:31 AM]
CNN FlashDoc "The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert" to Stream on Friday, May 15 on the CNN App
The special will also air Sunday, May 17 at 8pm ET on CNN, just days before the highly anticipated finale of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

[05/12/26 - 11:13 AM]
BET Greenlights Manny Halley Productions' "Lot Patrol," A Star-Studded Mockumentary Comedy Series
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives.

[05/12/26 - 11:01 AM]
"The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Will Air a Repeat on Thursday, May 21, The Night of the Final Telecast of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
"The Tonight Show" will air an all-new episode on Friday, May 22, featuring Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal, and musical guest Maluma.

[05/12/26 - 11:00 AM]
AspireTV to Premiere "City Eats: Charleston" This June
The series is a culinary journey through one of America's most historic and flavor-rich cities, hosted by celebrity chef and TV personality G Garvin.

[05/12/26 - 10:36 AM]
Fan-Favorite Crime Drama, "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," Renewed for a Fifth Season on AMC Global Media's Acorn TV
Filming is currently underway in Gozo and Malta.

[05/12/26 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Exclusive First Look at Groundbreaking New Original Unscripted Series "This Is Poly" Premiering Friday, May 29 on We TV and All Reality
The eight-episode series takes a first-of-its-kind look at the world of polyamory, following the lives of five wildly different polycules, interconnected groups of people in polyamorous relationships.

[05/12/26 - 09:00 AM]
ABC Announces Fall 2026 Primetime Schedule
For the first time in ABC history, the network has renewed their entire scripted lineup and, for the second year in a row, will increase their original scripted slate in midseason with the addition of new series "The Rookie: North."

[05/12/26 - 08:01 AM]
Hallmark Christmas Experience Announces Biggest Talent Lineup Yet and Brand-New, Immersive Ways to Make Holiday Memories
The annual tradition brings the world of Hallmark to life - and this year, there are new opportunities to step even further into the Christmas magic.

[05/12/26 - 07:30 AM]
Video: "Every Year After" Leaves the Light On for the Love Story of the Summer in Newly Released Trailer
The series will debut all episodes on June 10, with an eight-episode season, and will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories around the world.