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[02/12/20 - 11:35 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, February 12
Updates include: John Corbett to star in ABC's "Rebel"; The CW's "The 100" prequel casts trio; and John Carroll Lynch first to be cast in ABC's "The Big Sky."

[02/12/20 - 12:51 PM]
Quibi Announces New Series with Celebrity Mentalist Lior Suchard
"Gone Mental with Lior" follows famed mentalist Lior Suchard as he enters the minds of celebrities.

[02/12/20 - 12:35 PM]
HBO(R) Europe's New Sci-Fi Crime Drama "Beforeigners" Premieres in the U.S. Tuesday, February 18th
Produced by Norwegian production company Rubicon, the series is the latest programming made available to U.S. subscribers from HBO's international partners.

[02/12/20 - 12:25 PM]
Lauren Graham to Star in Original Disney+ Series "The Mighty Ducks"
Based on the '90s hit franchise, the 10-episode original series begins production this month in Vancouver and will premiere later this year on the streaming service.

[02/12/20 - 12:12 PM]
EPIX(R) Renews Critically-Acclaimed Drama Series "Godfather of Harlem" for Season Two
The 10-episode sophomore season, created by Chris Brancato and Paul Eckstein, will commence production in New York later this year.

[02/12/20 - 12:11 PM]
Smithsonian Channel(TM) Enters the World of Global Espionage to Retrace the Movements of the World's Most Notorious Spies in "Spy Wars with Damian Lewis"
The eight-episode series launches Sunday, March 22 at 8:00/7:00c.

[02/12/20 - 12:03 PM]
Documentary Series Following Tennis Superstar Naomi Osaka Coming to Netflix
The series will cover Naomi's pivotal year, from the US Open in August 2019 and on tour with the tennis star as she plays in each of the Grand Slams and prepares for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

[02/12/20 - 11:30 AM]
Limited Series "The Third Day" Debuts May 11, Exclusively on HBO
Jude Law and Naomie Harris star in the six-part series.

[02/12/20 - 11:05 AM]
NBC Announces Alternative Series Premiere Dates
"Little Big Shots," "The Wall" and "Songland" are all due back in the spring.

[02/12/20 - 11:00 AM]
Hilarious New Series Light Up Sundays on Adult Swim
Look for new quarter-hour series "Three Busy Debras" and "Beef House" beginning March 29.

[02/12/20 - 10:18 AM]
Discovery Channel Special to Celebrate 90th Anniversary of Pluto's Discovery
"#TeamPluto" premieres Tuesday, February 18 at 11:00/10:00c on Discovery and Discovery Go.

[02/12/20 - 10:02 AM]
On the Heels of Their WGA Award Win, "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee" Ups Mike Drucker and Kristen Bartlett to Co-Head Writers
"Wait, we promoted who?", said Bee. "I'm kidding, of course we promoted Mike and Kristen. They have been an instrumental part of our writing team. I'm an incredible recognizer of the incredibly talented."

[02/12/20 - 09:24 AM]
New Friends, New Alliances, and New Beginnings as "The Real Housewives of New York City" Returns Thursday, April 2, at 9PM ET/PT
Leah McSweeney joins returning cast members Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan, Dorinda Medley, and Tinsley Mortimer.

[02/12/20 - 08:56 AM]
"Letter for the King" Arrives March 20 on Netflix
The epic fantasy series drops next month on the streaming service.

[02/12/20 - 08:10 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "This Is Us" Tops Demos for NBC
The network takes home the adults 18-49 crown while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster.

[02/12/20 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Pete Davidson: Alive from New York" - Official Trailer - Netflix Standup Comedy Special
Filmed at the Gramercy Theatre in New York, "Pete Davidson: Alive from New York" premieres globally on Netflix on February 25.

[02/12/20 - 07:46 AM]
Buddy Valastro and Duff Goldman Return for an Epic No-Holds Barred Rematch in Round Two of "Buddy vs. Duff"
Look for the new season Sunday, March 15 at 9:00/8:00c on Food Network.

[02/12/20 - 07:27 AM]
Little People, Big Changes: New Beginnings Are in Store for the Roloff Family When TLC's "Little People, Big World" Returns on Tuesday, March 31
Much has changed since viewers first fell in love with the Roloffs 14 years ago and the family dynamic continues to evolve following Matt and Amy's divorce.

[02/11/20 - 11:30 PM]
"Love & Anarchy" - A New Swedish Netflix Original Series Starring Ida Engvoll, Bjorn Mosten, Bjorn Kjellman, Reine Brynolfsson, Johannes Bah Kuhnke and Gizem Erdogan
The eight part series features Sofie (Ida Engvoll), a career driven consultant and married mother of two.

[02/11/20 - 11:09 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, February 11
Updates include: Hunter King scores lead in ABC's "Prospect"; Gugu Mbatha-Raw boards "Loki" at Disney+; and Jonathan Tucker tapped to star in NBC's "Debris."

[02/11/20 - 11:06 PM]
Netflix Draws Curtains on "Six Windows in the Desert"
To be released under the name "Six Windows in the Desert," the short films made by Saudi creators aim to shine a light on thought-provoking subjects with a focus on social themes.

[02/11/20 - 02:05 PM]
HGTV's "Unsellable Houses" Premiere Episodes Deliver Solid Ratings Performance
HGTV further spins the numbers for Tuesday, February 4.

[02/11/20 - 01:29 PM]
May the Best Booze Win: Discovery's All New Series "Master Distiller" Premieres March 3
Judged by three legendary "Moonshiners," three competitors will faceoff each week in a series of challenges focused on making a specific type of spirit, including American whiskey, rum, gin, mountain brandy, and mezcal among others.

[02/11/20 - 11:42 AM]
"Superstore" Renewed for 6th Season
"We're thrilled that 'Superstore' continues to speak to many important and topical issues while simultaneously being hilarious," said Lisa Katz and Tracey Pakosta.

[02/11/20 - 11:05 AM]
A&E to Premiere the Groundbreaking Documentary Series "Accused: Guilty or Innocent?" on April 21
The series offers an intimate account of what happens when someone is formally charged with a crime and sent to trial - all solely from the perspective of the accused, their legal team and family members.

[02/11/20 - 10:44 AM]
Bravo's "Top Chef" Rolls Out the Red Carpet for All Stars LA Premiering Thursday, March 19 at 10 PM ET/PT
It has been nine seasons since the first All Stars competition, and these chefs aren't holding any punches as they battle it out for the largest cash prize in "Top Chef" history.

[02/11/20 - 10:01 AM]
"Florida Girls" Creator and Star Laura Chinn Signs Overall Television Deal with Lionsgate
"When I brought my story to Lionsgate, they were very supportive, enthusiastic and fully embraced my vision," said Chinn.

[02/11/20 - 09:03 AM]
The Wait Is Over! "Forensic Files II", Narrated by Bill Camp, Launches Sunday, February 23 at 10pm ET/PT Exclusively on HLN
The series, which halted production in 2011, returns with new episodes true to the original format, content and continuity, but featuring advancements in investigative technology and production.

[02/11/20 - 08:30 AM]
"Year of the Rabbit" Renewed for Season 2 by IFC and UK's Channel 4
The renewal news comes just days before "Year of the Rabbit" premieres Wednesday, February 19 at 10:30/9:30c on IFC.

[02/11/20 - 08:15 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Charts with "The Bachelor"
The Alphabet takes home top honors in total viewers and adults 18-49.

[02/11/20 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Altered Carbon" Season 2 - Main Trailer - Netflix
Anthony Mackie is Takeshi Kovacs in season two, streaming February 27.

[02/11/20 - 07:31 AM]
All Aboard "Mighty Express" -- Netflix to Debut Spin Master Entertainment's All-New Animated Preschool Series from the Makers of "Paw Patrol"
Season one will feature 52, 11-minute episodes and debut on Netflix this September.

[02/10/20 - 11:20 PM]
Development Update: Monday, February 10
Updates include: Josh Peck to lead "Turner & Hooch" at Disney+; Kiernan Shipka, Diane Kruger to lead Quibi's "Swimming with Sharks"; and Jason Tracey spearheading "CSI" revival at CBS.

[02/10/20 - 11:31 AM]
Netflix and Alexander Woo Ink Series Overall Deal
Woo will work with Netflix to develop, write and produce content across drama and science fiction genres.

[02/10/20 - 10:52 AM]
"The Oscars" Draws 23.6 Million Viewers to Stand as the Season's No. 1 Awards Show by Wide Margins Over the "Grammys" and "Globes"
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, February 9.

[02/10/20 - 09:17 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: Oscars Put ABC on Top in Viewers, Demos
Early results put the Alphabet's telecast down from last year among adults 18-49.

[02/10/20 - 09:01 AM]
ABC Orders Season Four Pickup of "The Good Doctor," The No. 1 Series on Monday Nights
"'The Good Doctor' has been a cornerstone on Monday nights and is one of those special heartfelt series that fearlessly tackles inclusivity," said Karey Burke.

[02/10/20 - 08:22 AM]
"Sex Education" Renewed for a Third Season
Netflix broke the news on social media this morning.

[02/10/20 - 04:59 AM]
Starz Announces "Power Book II: Ghost" Cast Following Highly-Anticipated Finale of "Power"
Reprising their roles will be, Michael Rainey Jr. as "Tariq St. Patrick," Shane Johnson as "Cooper Saxe," and Naturi Naughton as "Tasha St. Patrick."

[02/09/20 - 10:01 AM]
The Expansion of the "Power" Universe Continues with the Reveal of Three New Series
"Power Book III: Raising Kanan," "Power Book IV: Influence" and "Power Book V: Force" will follow the previously announced "Power Book II: Ghost."

[02/09/20 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Survive" - Official Teaser - Quibi
There's only one rule when you're fighting for your life. Sophie Turner and Corey Hawkins.

[02/09/20 - 08:56 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: NBA Tops Demos for ABC; NBC Leads Total Viewers
A low key night sees the Alphabet take home the adults 18-49 crown.

[02/08/20 - 08:29 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Gets Boost from Democratic Debate
The Alphabet's coverage snaps the demo win streak by FOX's "WWE SmackDown."

[02/07/20 - 11:13 PM]
Development Update: Friday, February 7
Updates include: CBS gives pilot orders to "Good Sam," "Out the Door"; Sam Claflin boards Amazon's "Daisy Jones and The Six"; and Chris Wood is the first cast in ABC's "thirtysomething" revival series.

[02/07/20 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Paradise PD" - Lance Reddick as Agent Clappers - Netflix
The animated series returns Friday, March 6 on the streaming service.

[02/07/20 - 09:10 AM]
Video: "Glitch Techs" New Series Trailer - Netflix Futures
Two teens work at a game store as a front for their actual job: hunting video game monsters who've broken out into the real world.

[02/07/20 - 09:07 AM]
Video: "Mama June" Is Back This March on WE tv
The new season, "Mama June: Family Crisis," bows next month on the cable channel.

[02/07/20 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Most Dangerous Game" - Official Teaser - Quibi
Staying alive comes at a price. Liam Hemsworth and Christoph Waltz.

[02/07/20 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings" - Official Trailer - Disney+
Look for the new season next Friday, February 14 on the streaming service.

[02/07/20 - 08:17 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Dramas Top Demos; CBS Comedies Lead Total Viewers
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Young Sheldon" claim said honors for their networks, respectively.







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[02/27/26 - 01:28 PM]
Paramount to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery to Form Next-Generation Global Media and Entertainment Company
The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies and is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances and approval by WBD shareholders, with a vote expected in the early spring of 2026.

[02/27/26 - 12:30 PM]
The Jaw-Dropping Fifth and Final Season of Starz's Hit Drama Series, "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" Set to Premiere June 12
To date, the series has accumulated over 21 billion minutes viewed across all episodes and remains one of Starz's top-performing series.

[02/27/26 - 09:12 AM]
Team USA Hockey Olympic Gold Medalists Hilary Knight, Jack Hughes and Quinn Hughes to Appear Together on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on Monday, March 2
The episode will also feature guests Nicole Kidman, Luke Thompson and a cooking demo by Chef Mario Carbone.

[02/27/26 - 08:12 AM]
Paul Wesley Joins Season Three of Hit Apple TV Series "The Buccaneers"
Wesley will play the role as Frank, a mysterious but charming stranger who arrives into Nan and Mrs. St. George's world, turning it upside down.

[02/27/26 - 07:31 AM]
Peacock to Exclusively Stream Focus Features' "Hamnet" Beginning March 6
Directed by two-time Academy Award-winning director ChloƩ Zhao, the film tells the untold story behind one of Shakespeare's most memorable works and celebrates the power of imagination and the creative spirit.

[02/27/26 - 07:01 AM]
Prime Video Debuts First-Look Image of Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus On Set of New Series "God of War"
The series is co-produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios in association with PlayStation Productions and Tall Ship Productions, and has received a two-season order.

[02/27/26 - 06:01 AM]
Video: Netflix and Apple TV Join Forces to Stream Formula 1 Thrills
The entire new season of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" is now on Netflix globally and Apple TV in the U.S.

[02/26/26 - 08:46 PM]
"Dandelion": Netflix Adapts "Gintama" Creator Hideaki Sorachi's Debut Work into New Anime Series
Set within the Send-Off Department of the Japanese Angel Federation, Dandelion follows "Angels" Tetsuo Tanba and Misaki Kurogane as they scramble to track down Earthbound spirits - souls unable to move on and find peace - and gently guide them to pass on.

[02/26/26 - 06:01 PM]
Video: "Still Shining" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After falling in love as teens, two young adults drift apart - only to reunite 10 years later and confront their heartbreak, growth and new challenges.

[02/26/26 - 02:46 PM]
Netflix Declines to Raise Offer for Warner Bros.
"The transaction we negotiated would have created shareholder value with a clear path to regulatory approval. However, we've always been disciplined, and at the price required to match Paramount Skydance's latest offer, the deal is no longer financially attractive, so we are declining to match the Paramount Skydance bid," said co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters.

[02/26/26 - 02:19 PM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Soars to Season High with Best Audience in Over a Year
"Live" has now ranked as the No. 1 talk show in syndication for 157 consecutive weeks across all key measures.

[02/26/26 - 02:08 PM]
Britbox Unveils Spring Slate with "The Lady" Starring Mia McKenna-Bruce; Premieres March 18
Other highlights include the return of "Hope Street" and the debut of "Mudtown."

[02/26/26 - 01:36 PM]
Paramount Comments on Warner Bros. Discovery Board's Determination of Paramount's Proposal as Superior
David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Paramount, said: "We are pleased WBD's Board has unanimously affirmed the superior value of our offer, which delivers to WBD shareholders superior value, certainty and speed to closing."

[02/26/26 - 01:16 PM]
Warner Bros. Discovery Board of Directors Determines Revised Proposal from Paramount Skydance Constitutes a "Company Superior Proposal"
Under the terms of the Netflix merger agreement, this notice triggers a four business day period during which Netflix has the right to propose revisions to the Netflix merger agreement so that the PSKY proposal would cease to constitute a "Company Superior Proposal."

[02/26/26 - 01:00 PM]
FOX Television Network Renews Hit Joel McHale Series "Animal Control" for Season Five
In addition, the first three seasons of the series are currently streaming on Netflix, and the show has been sold in territories around the world.