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[08/22/18 - 11:49 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, August 22
Updates include: Hugh Laurie to lead HBO's "Avenue 5"; Kate Mara attached to star in "A Teacher," now at FX; and Sharon Horgan, Billy Magnussoen team for new Amazon series.

[08/22/18 - 01:38 PM]
VH1 Greenlights New Season of "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars"
"RuPaul's Drag Race" season 10 and "RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked" earned a combined 12 Emmy(R) Award nominations this year - a record for VH1 - and both shows were greenlit for new seasons earlier this year.

[08/22/18 - 01:38 PM]
Jane Levy Joins the Cast of "What / If" from Mike Kelley
Levy joins previously announced Renée Zellweger in the role of Anne.

[08/22/18 - 12:52 PM]
Video: Sony Crackle Releases Official Trailer for Sophomore Season of "Snatch," Premiering Thursday, September 13th with All 10 Episodes
Ahead of the wide release, the scripted original drama series will debut with a sneak peek on Amazon devices through the Sony Crackle app starting Friday, August 31.

[08/22/18 - 12:06 PM]
National Geographic to Premiere "Katie's New Face: A Family's Journey," Exclusive Documentary Special Behind the Youngest Face Transplant Recipient in the U.S.
"I'm just very thankful to be alive," Katie Stubblefield notes in the documentary. "I get a second chance at life now."

[08/22/18 - 11:47 AM]
Showtime to Air "Our Cartoon President: Election Special 2018"
Look for the one-hour installment on Sunday, November 4 at 10:30/9:30c.

[08/22/18 - 11:23 AM]
"The Big Bang Theory" to End in 2019 as Longest-Running Multi-Cam Comedy Series in TV History
In a joint statement, Warner Bros. Television, CBS and Chuck Lorre Productions said, "We are forever grateful to our fans for their support of 'The Big Bang Theory' during the past twelve seasons."

[08/22/18 - 11:20 AM]
HGTV's David Bromstad Helps Lottery Winners Find Their Fantasy Properties in a New Season of "My Lottery Dream Home"
Premiering Friday, September 21, the 14 episode-season features David as he enthusiastically travels the country to take his newly moneyed clients on tours of luxurious properties.

[08/22/18 - 10:30 AM]
Simon Cowell Renews as Judge on NBC's #1 Reality Megahit, "America's Got Talent," in Multi-Year Deal
He'll also remain an executive producer on the series.

[08/22/18 - 10:16 AM]
Lifetime Releases Fall Movie Schedule
Shannen Doherty, Mira Sorvina, Bella Thorne, Austin P. Mckenzie, Angela Kinsey, Jason Patric and Caitlin Stasey are among the featured talent.

[08/22/18 - 10:04 AM]
"August 28" from Writer/Director Ava DuVernay to Make Its Television Debut on OWN August 28
The short film stars Lupita Nyong'o, Angela Bassett, Don Cheadle, Regina King, David Oyelowo, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Andre Holland, Michael Ealy and Glynn Turman.

[08/22/18 - 09:36 AM]
Ovation TV Creates a Programming Feast for Fans in Advance of the Third and Final Season of "Versailles"
The network has produced behind-the-scenes specials featuring interviews with the cast and crew, catch-up shows, and a travel special that takes viewers on a tour of city of Versailles today.

[08/22/18 - 09:18 AM]
Paramount Network Renews Emmy-Nominated "Lip Sync Battle"
12 new half-hour episodes will premiere in 2019.

[08/22/18 - 09:17 AM]
Discovery Resurrects the Iconic American Muscle Car in All-New Series "Trans Am" - Premieres October 2 at 10PM ET/PT
Entrepreneurial brothers Scott and Tod Warmack risked everything they had to acquire the exclusive rights to the Trans Am brand to pioneer a new-era of the American muscle car.

[08/22/18 - 09:06 AM]
"Ghost Adventures" Locks Down Travel Channel's Spook-Filled "Ghostober" Event
New series, specials and episodes continue all month long, culminating on Halloween night with "Ghost Adventures Live" - a special four-hour live investigation inside Zak Bagans' Las Vegas Haunted Museum.

[08/22/18 - 09:01 AM]
Adult Swim Festival Adds "Rick and Morty" Musical Experience
For the first time ever, see composer Ryan Elder and some very special guests bring your favorite "Rick and Morty" songs to life in melodic harmony in sync with an episode.

[08/22/18 - 09:00 AM]
Kim Dickens to Star in Showtime Drama Pilot "Queen Fur"
Also signing on are Michael Mosley, Jon Foster, Joshua Mikel, Keith Machekanyanga and Spencer Howell.

[08/22/18 - 09:00 AM]
"Sofia the First: Forever Royal" Premieres Saturday, September 8, on Disney Junior
Set in the storybook world of Enchancia, "Sofia the First" tells the story of an adventurous little girl who becomes a princess overnight after her mom marries the king.

[08/22/18 - 08:18 AM]
Investigation Discovery Gives Fans More Shows to Fall in Love with This Labor Day with a Preview of ID's Upcoming Fall Slate
Said stunt concludes with the launch of "Twisted Sisters" at 10:00/9:00c.

[08/22/18 - 08:15 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "America's Got Talent" Cruises to Victory
NBC easily wins the night in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[08/22/18 - 08:03 AM]
Drag Superstar Alyssa Edwards Takes Center Stage in "Dancing Queen"
The series is a hilarious and heartfelt docu-series set in the dancing, prancing, world of the multi-talented, multi-layered Justin Johnson - aka Drag Superstar Alyssa Edwards - as he juggles his dance life, drag life, family life, and love life.

[08/22/18 - 08:02 AM]
Bravo Media Goes Full Speed Ahead When "Below Deck" Season Six Returns on Tuesday, October 2 at 9PM ET/PT
The Stud of the Sea, Captain Lee, and his most trusted chief stewardess, Kate Chastain, are back for another season of above-deck demands and below-deck drama.

[08/21/18 - 11:39 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, August 21
Updates include: Hulu eyes "Veronica Mars" limited series; Brendan Fraser cast in DC Universe's "Doom Patrol"; Selma Blair cast in Netflix's "Another Life."

[08/21/18 - 04:05 PM]
Netflix Renews "The End of the F***ing World" for a Second Season
Writer Charlie Covell returns to pen season two, based on the award-winning comic series by Charles Forsman.

[08/21/18 - 02:30 PM]
The CW's Epic Crossover Event - Dates Revealed!
"The Flash" (December 9), "Arrow" (December 10) and "Supergirl" (December 11) will participate in the three-night stunt.

[08/21/18 - 02:00 PM]
FOX Renews Interactive Music Game Show "Beat Shazam" for a Third Season
Jamie Foxx will return as host and executive producer, along with executive producers Mark Burnett, Jeff Apploff and Barry Poznick.

[08/21/18 - 01:05 PM]
Tiffany Haddish to Headline All-New Netflix Stand-Up Comedy Special Coming in 2019
Haddish will tape the special in early 2019 and it will premiere globally later in the year.

[08/21/18 - 12:47 PM]
HBO Gives Series Order to "Mrs. Fletcher"
Kathryn Hahn, Jackson White, Casey Wilson, Owen Teague and Jen Richards star in the project, based on the novel by Tom Perrotta.

[08/21/18 - 12:44 PM]
NBC Crafts a Second Season for Summer Alternative Hit "Making It"
"We're sew excited to be 'Making It' again," said Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. "We promise season two will have you glued to your seat."

[08/21/18 - 12:16 PM]
Oxygen Media Unveils Audio Interview with One of America's Most Vicious Serial Killers in "Snapped: Notorious BTK Serial Killer"
The two-hour special, premiering on Sunday, September 2, will delve deep into the slayings of the innocent victims and a never before heard interview with Dennis Rader himself, as he recounts his crimes and childhood.

[08/21/18 - 11:03 AM]
HBO Sports(R) in Association with Uninterrupted Present "The Shop," Unscripted Series Debuting Tuesday, Aug. 28, Exclusively on HBO
Offering unfiltered conversation and debate with some of the biggest names in sport and entertainment, the show will air periodically throughout the year.

[08/21/18 - 10:46 AM]
"Norm Macdonald Has a Show"... and a Premiere Date! Series Debuts September 14 on Netflix
The premiere season of the talk series welcomes Drew Barrymore, David Spade, Judge Judy, David Letterman, Jane Fonda, Chevy Chase, M. Night Shyamalan, Michael Keaton, Billy Joe Shaver and Lorne Michaels.

[08/21/18 - 09:45 AM]
HGTV Orders a Second Season of "Hidden Potential" After Breakout Freshman Performance
The series, which attracted more than 13 million viewers during its freshman run, stars builder and designer Jasmine Roth as she enlivens generic suburban SoCal houses with creative floorplans, fun enhancements and personalized renovations

[08/21/18 - 09:33 AM]
Video: "The Comedy Lineup: Stand-up Special" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Check out JR De Guzman, Emma Willmann, Matteo Lane, Janelle James, Max Silvestri, Kate Willett, Josh Johnson and Aisling Bea beginning August 31.

[08/21/18 - 09:04 AM]
AMC Announces Le Carre Spy Thriller "The Little Drummer Girl" Premiering on November 19, 20 and 21 at 9:00 P.M. ET/PT
The six-part miniseries stars Alexander Skarsgård, Michael Shannon and Florence Pugh.

[08/21/18 - 08:14 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos with "Bachelor in Paradise"
The Alphabet's summer entry leads the evening among adults 18-49.

[08/21/18 - 08:04 AM]
Video: "Hold the Dark" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A gripping psychological thriller unfolds in the treacherous Alaskan wilderness when a retired wolf expert is summoned to investigate a child's disappearance.

[08/21/18 - 08:04 AM]
Amazon Game Studios Announces "The Grand Tour Game"
New episodes will be added weekly during Season 3 of the show, capturing cars, locations, and surprises from each week's episode.

[08/21/18 - 08:03 AM]
Video: "Ingobernable: Season 2" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The Kate del Castillo-led drama returns September 14 on the streaming service.

[08/21/18 - 06:58 AM]
Video: "Cable Girls: Season 3" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The new season will premiere on September 7 via the streaming service.

[08/21/18 - 06:03 AM]
"American Vandal" Season 2 Launches Friday, September 14 on Netflix
The new season stars Tyler Alvarez, Griffin Gluck, Travis Tope, Taylor Dearden, Melvin Gregg and DeRon Horton.

[08/20/18 - 11:45 PM]
Development Update: Monday, August 20
Updates include: Katy O'Brian joins the cast of Syfy's "Z Nation"; FX's "American Horror Story: Apocalypse" confirms cast; and Constance Zimmer to visit "Mom" at CBS.

[08/20/18 - 10:47 PM]
Netflix Announces "Larva Island"
The "Larva" animation series has gained popularity internationally and will be the first Korean Netflix original animation.

[08/20/18 - 07:43 PM]
MTV Greenlights "The Hills: New Beginnings" with Original Cast Members - New Docuseries to Premiere in 2019
The series will reunite original cast members, alongside their children and friends, and follow their personal and professional lives while living in Los Angeles.

[08/20/18 - 02:53 PM]
"Scaled" Premieres Friday, August 24th at 9pm ET/PT on Animal Planet
Welcome to Cornel's World, where an animated group of reptile aficionados work together with owners to strip away the ordinary walls of their pet's terrarium and transform them into custom-made masterpieces that cater to their reptile's unique needs and personality.

[08/20/18 - 02:23 PM]
Disney Channel's "Andi Mack" Ranks as Cable's No. 1 Series Telecast in August with Tweens 9-14
Disney Channel further spins the numbers for Monday, August 13.

[08/20/18 - 01:33 PM]
VH1 Continues Its Wednesday Night Dominance with the Return of "Black Ink Crew" Wednesday, September 19th at 9PM ET/PT
After six years of inking their place in the New York tattoo scene, this season follows the crew as they set their sights on the future to grow their empires and families.

[08/20/18 - 12:45 PM]
Celebrations Set to Continue on UPtv - Network Renews Three Unscripted Series Focused on Life's Biggest Moments
"Expecting," "Our Wedding Story" and "Crazy Beautiful Weddings" will all return in 2019.

[08/20/18 - 12:01 PM]
"GLOW" Renewed for Season 3
The streaming service broke the news via social media today.

[08/20/18 - 10:59 AM]
BET Networks and WP Narrative_ Let Fans Explore the Mind of Bobby Brown - Literally - Inside 30 Foot Tall Inflatable Replica of Singer's Head
The art installation is timed with the premiere of "The Bobby Brown Story" airing September 4-5 at 9:00/8:00c.







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[06/09/26 - 10:29 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 10:01 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 10:00 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 09:28 AM]
FOX Entertainment Global Secures International Sales for Breakout U.S. Series "Best Medicine"
Leading the international rollout, Best Medicine will premiere exclusively on Sky and streaming service NOW in the UK and Ireland, starting on Tuesday, June 9.

[06/09/26 - 09:01 AM]
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[06/09/26 - 08:04 AM]
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In season two, Snoopy and the Beagle Scouts are looking forward to carefree time in the majestic landscape of Camp Spring Lake.

[06/09/26 - 08:03 AM]
Now Streaming - "Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show" on Hulu
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[06/09/26 - 07:03 AM]
The History Channel to Premiere New Special "Ralph Lauren's American Icons" on Saturday, July 4
The 30-minute documentary explores legendary designer Ralph Lauren's curation of a collection of 13 United States Postal Service stamps honoring iconic American imagery - marking the first time in history the USPS has invited an individual to curate an official stamp issuance.

[06/09/26 - 07:01 AM]
"A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" Renewed for Third and Final Season on Netflix
This final chapter will bring Pip's ultimate investigation to its gripping conclusion.

[06/09/26 - 06:14 AM]
Video: Apple TV Debuts Trailer for Fifth Season of Critically Acclaimed Comedy "Trying"
The eight-episode comedy will make its global return to Apple TV with its first episode on Wednesday, July 8, followed by one episode weekly through Wednesday, August 26.

[06/09/26 - 06:01 AM]
Netflix Unveils First Images and Poster for "Wrath," A New Brazilian Series Premiering July 29
Directed by José Henrique Fonseca, "Wrath" tells the story of a young man rescued from the brink of death by an MMA coach.