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    [sunday, july 19, 2020]    
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[07/19/20 - 09:00 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, NBC Share in Demo Honors
The latter is also the most-watched network last night.

[07/18/20 - 02:04 PM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Remembers Congressman John Lewis with Special Programming
Look for rebroadcasts of "Oprah's Master Class: John Lewis" and "Oprah Winfrey Presents: Legends Who Paved The Way."

[07/18/20 - 08:50 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX, "WWE SmackDown" Stay on Top in Demos
CBS likewise repeats as the most-watched network last night.

[07/17/20 - 11:18 PM]
Development Update: Friday, July 17
Updates include: "Grantchester" to return to PBS for sixth season; HBO mulls "In Treatment" revival; and Laura Benanti cast in FOX's "The Big Leap."

[07/17/20 - 03:44 PM]
Argentinian Film "Crimenes de Familia," Starring Cecilia Roth, Will Be Exclusively and Globally Released on Netflix August 19th
The film follows the story of Alicia (Cecilia Roth), a desperate mother who will do the impossible to prevent his only son Daniel (Benjamin Amadeo) from being sentenced to prison on charges of attempted murder of his ex-wife.

[07/17/20 - 12:46 PM]
Science Channel Commemorates Moon Landing Anniversary with Programming Line-Up Featuring NASA's Greatest Missions
The line-up of space programming begins at 9 AM ET/PT on Monday, July 20 on the Science Channel.

[07/17/20 - 10:03 AM]
Video: The Belchers Are Bored in Quarantine - "Bob's Burgers"
The Belchers are bored in quarantine but that doesn't mean they're going to stop social distancing.

[07/17/20 - 09:25 AM]
Survivalists Go in Lockdown in the Remote Outback of Australia in All New Discovery Series
"Outback Lockdown" premieres this Sunday, July 19 at 10:00/9:00c.

[07/17/20 - 09:15 AM]
Food Network and Robert Irvine Agree to New Multi-Year, Multi-Platform Deal
This two-year deal includes new episodes of the long-running, hit show "Restaurant: Impossible," as well as additional content developed by Robert Irvine across the Discovery portfolio.

[07/17/20 - 09:00 AM]
Video: "Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave" Trailer - Netflix Futures
They've trained hard. They've saved lives. But can they compete with the best of the best? Time to get back to the beach.

[07/17/20 - 08:59 AM]
Documentary "The Swamp" Debuts August 4, Exclusively on HBO
Directors Daniel DiMauro and Morgan Pehme track Republican Congressmen Matt Gaetz (R-FL), Thomas Massie (R-KY), and Ken Buck (R-CO) over the course of a pivotal year in politics.

[07/17/20 - 08:59 AM]
The "2020 American Music Awards" Returns to ABC on Sunday, Nov. 22, 8:00 p.m. EST
The broadcast will bring fans together with surprising musical performances and celebrate the artists who make it happen.

[07/17/20 - 08:42 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos with Originals
"Holey Moley" and "Don't" lead the night among adults 18-49.

[07/17/20 - 08:09 AM]
HGTV to Begin Production on 12 New Episodes of Christina Anstead's Design Docu-Series "Christina on the Coast"
Six fresh episodes, offering a glimpse into Christina's life with husband Ant Anstead, and their blended family of five children, are set to premiere on Thursday, August 6.

[07/17/20 - 07:41 AM]
Video: "Get Even" Season 1 Trailer - Netflix Futures
Four teen enemies band together to exact revenge on their bullies until they get blamed for a crime they didn't commit.

[07/17/20 - 12:48 AM]
"Seriously Single," A Sexy, Hilarious South African Rom-Com Is Joining Netflix's Global Branded Film Slate
The comedy, featuring popular names Fulu Mugovhani, Tumi Morake, Bohang Moeko, and Yonda Thomas, will be released on Friday, July 31 across the globe.

[07/16/20 - 11:42 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, July 16
Updates include: USA cancels "Briarpatch" after one season; Don Johnson, Chris Redd board revamped "Kenan" at NBC; and ABC casts quartet in Topher Grace-led "Home Economics."

[07/16/20 - 02:44 PM]
ABC to Rebroadcast "United We Fall" Debut Episodes on Tuesday, July 21
Said installments premiered last night on the network.

[07/16/20 - 02:21 PM]
Discovery and Science Channel to Pay Tribute to Grant Imahara with Marathon Line-Up of "MythBusters" and Engineering Programs
Imahara, a long-time co-host of the hit series "MythBusters," BattleBots champion and famed engineer, passed away earlier this week from a brain aneurism at the age of 49.

[07/16/20 - 01:12 PM]
So Many Great Stories Have Found Their Audience Across the World on Netflix Over the Past Few Months
The streaming service details viewership numbers for "Da 5 Bloods," "Never Have I Ever," "The Wrong Missy," "Floor is Lava," "Too Hot to Handle," "Space Force" and more.

[07/16/20 - 12:39 PM]
ID Greenlights a Fourth Season of "Reasonable Doubt," Investigating Claims of Innocence from Jail Cells Across America
With their parallel expertise of the law, hosts retired homicide detective Chris Anderson and criminal defense attorney Fatima Silva know that the justice system doesn't always get it right.

[07/16/20 - 12:31 PM]
BET's "Content for Change" Initiative Presents BET News Special "American Injustice: The Fight for Police Reform," Hosted by Soledad O'Brien, Wednesday, July 22 at 11PM ET/PT on BET & BET HER
In the special, O'Brien speaks with key politicians, law enforcement officials and activists to address this pivotal moment in the fight for police reform and discuss how supporters can move from protests to progress.

[07/16/20 - 12:17 PM]
"Tamar Braxton: Get Ya Life!" Premieres Thursday, July 30 at 10pm Only on WE tv
After nearly losing everything, including herself, Tamar is determined to turn her life around and take matters into her own hands by sharing her truth in a revealing new docu-series that follows her every move.

[07/16/20 - 12:00 PM]
"Howard", An Original Documentary Film Celebrating the Life of Academy Award(R)-Winning Lyricist Howard Ashman, Premieres August 7 on Disney+
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, personal films and photographs, as well as interviews with Howard's friends and family, the film is an intimate look at the Disney Legend's life, his creative drive, and the process behind the music.

[07/16/20 - 11:32 AM]
NBC Orders Unscripted Family Social Experiment "Home Sweet Home" from Ava DuVernay's ARRAY and Warner Horizon Unscripted Television
Each episode of "Home Sweet Home" taps two families who lead very different lives for a life-changing experience through this full-immersion cultural experiment.

[07/16/20 - 11:19 AM]
Showtime Announces Director Alison Ellwood's Documentary Feature "The Go-Go's" Will Now Premiere on Friday, July 31
The documentary feature was previously scheduled for the following night, August 1.

[07/16/20 - 10:31 AM]
Richard Linklater's New Animated Film "Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Adventure" Prepares for Takeoff at Netflix
The cast includes Jack Black, Zachary Levi, Glen Powell, Josh Wiggins, Milo Coy, Lee Eddy, Bill Wise, Natalie L'Amoreaux, Jessica Brynn Cohen, Sam Chipman, and Danielle Guilbot.

[07/16/20 - 10:01 AM]
HBO Max Invites Viewers to Unwind with Series Order for "A World of Calm"
A timely antidote for our modern lives, each half-hour episode takes audiences on an immersive visual journey into another world.

[07/16/20 - 09:58 AM]
Enigma Unraveled: The Series "Mystery Lab," From YouTuber Felipe Castanhari, Premieres on August 4th
Straight from his lab, or from a castle in England, or from a wolf sanctuary in the United States, among other places, Felipe and his colleagues will use scientific experiments, animation, special effects and impressive images to explain different phenomena.

[07/16/20 - 09:15 AM]
Academy Award Winner Mark Boal's International Thriller "Echo 3" Greenlit by Apple TV+
Based on the award-winning Keshet Broadcasting series "When Heroes Fly," created by Omri Givon and inspired by the eponymous novel by Amir Gutfreund, "Echo 3" will be shot with English and Spanish dialogue.

[07/16/20 - 08:16 AM]
Animal Planet's "Surviving Joe Exotic" Features One of the Last Formal Interviews with Joe Exotic Before His Arrest and Explores the Truth Behind the Exploited Animals at the G.W. Zoo
The special premieres Saturday, July 25 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.

[07/16/20 - 08:10 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: "United We Fall" Opens on Top for ABC
The new comedy debuts in front among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[07/16/20 - 08:08 AM]
Video: "Last Chance U" Season 5 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The award-winning docuseries heads to Laney College in Oakland, California, where coach John Beam and his players are known for excellence on and off the field.

[07/16/20 - 07:18 AM]
Video: "Work It" Starring Sabrina Carpenter & Liza Koshy - Official Trailer - Netflix
Keiynan Lonsdale, Drew Ray Tanner, Michelle Buteau and Jordan Fisher also star in the film, due on August 7.

[07/16/20 - 07:04 AM]
An Epic Night of Family Fun as Discovery and Feld Entertainment Partner on "Diesel Brothers: Monster Jam(R) Breaking World Records"
The three-hour event premieres Saturday, August 8 at 8:00/7:00c.

[07/16/20 - 07:01 AM]
NBCUniversal Combines Unmatched Talent, Innovative Content, and Sensory Experiences in 2020-21 Slate of Content and Commercial Innovations
"At NBCUniversal, we're committed to freeing brands from the limitations of traditional advertising by empowering them to transform culture into connection, attention into engagement, and passion into purchase intent," said Josh Feldman.

[07/16/20 - 07:00 AM]
Sundance Now Acquires David Tennant's "Des" from All3Media
The project is a true-crime drama focusing on one of the most infamous criminal cases in UK history.

[07/16/20 - 06:00 AM]
AMC Studios and Movistar+ Announce First-Ever Partnership for New Original Series from Academy Award(R) Winner Alejandro Amenabar
The six-part adventure thriller will premiere in 2021 on AMC in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Latin America and the Caribbean as well as Movistar+ in Spain.

[07/16/20 - 12:15 AM]
Video: Netflix Unveils a Sizzle of 17 Upcoming Originals
"A Suitable Boy," "Bhaag Beanie Bhaag," "Bombay Begums," "Masaba Masaba" and "Mismatched" are among the series on tap at Netflix India.

[07/15/20 - 11:13 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, July 15
Updates include: Greg Kinnear signs onto Starz's "Shining Vale"; Samara Weaving boards Hulu's "Nine Perfect Strangers"; and FOX to stick with Nick Cannon on "The Masked Singer."

[07/15/20 - 01:00 PM]
Inspirational Aussie Trailblazer Jessica Watson Gets a Biopic at Netflix
The film is based on the incredible true story of 16 year old Jessica Watson, who, in 2009, became the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.

[07/15/20 - 12:16 PM]
Bravo's "Shahs of Sunset" Joins "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen: @ Home" for a Virtual Two-Part Reunion Beginning Sunday, July 19 at 9PM ET/PT
Host Andy Cohen sits down "virtually" with Reza Farahan, Mercedes "MJ" Javid, Golnesa "GG" Gharachedaghi, Destiney Rose, Mike Shouhed and Nema Vand to rehash a wildly emotional season that saw the group go through makeups, breakups and everything in between.

[07/15/20 - 11:30 AM]
Apple Expands Original Film Slate with "Palmer," Starring Justin Timberlake
Written by Cheryl Guerriero, "Palmer" follows a former college football phenomenon named Eddie Palmer (played by Timberlake) who, after a stint in prison, returns to his hometown to get his life back on track.

[07/15/20 - 11:09 AM]
CNBC's "American Greed: Biggest Cons" Premieres Monday July 20th at 10PM ET/PT
The limited series goes beyond the courtroom to reveal surprising updates.

[07/15/20 - 10:30 AM]
100 Days Before Christmas 2020 Begins on Hallmark, Crown Media Family Networks Announces Original Programming Slate for Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Highlights include the return of "When Calls the Heart," "Good Witch" and "Chesapeake Shores" for new seasons.

[07/15/20 - 10:15 AM]
Comic Legend Stan Sakai and "Usagi Yojimbo" Embark on a New Adventure with Netflix in an All-New Animated Kids Series "Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles"
The series takes place in the far future, set in a world that mixes modern high-tech images with classic Japanese references.

[07/15/20 - 10:14 AM]
Video: "Skin Decision: Before and After" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Skin and beauty expert Nurse Jamie and plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian use the latest procedures to bring out their clients' best selves.

[07/15/20 - 09:37 AM]
Video: HBO Max Debuts "The Dog House: UK" Trailer and Key Art
Finding forever homes for rejected dogs isn't easy - but that's exactly what the staff of Wood Green do every day.

[07/15/20 - 09:25 AM]
Bellator Is Back Next Friday, July 24 on Paramount Network
On March 13, Bellator made the decision to postpone that evening's event at Mohegan Sun Arena for the health and safety of the athletes, staff and everyone involved.

[07/15/20 - 09:04 AM]
Video: The Lovers, The Streamers, and Me: "Muppets Now" Premieres July 31 on Disney+
With a full roster of rotating guest stars, world-class production facilities, and pure unscripted mayhem, "Muppets Now" breaks new ground for the gang in their Disney+ debut.







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[09/19/24 - 01:15 PM]
"Tracker" Star Justin Hartley to Participate in Interactive CBS Livestream Event for Fans, Hosted by "Entertainment Tonight's" Nischelle Turner, Friday, Sept. 20
Friday's virtual event will feature Hartley's inside scoop and answers to fans' questions, all moderated by Turner, who will also introduce sneak peek footage of season two and guide the audience through trivia games and polls.

[09/19/24 - 01:00 PM]
AMC Networks' October Highlights Include "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol," "The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned," the Return of "FearFest" and More!
Other season premieres include Acorn TV's "Whitstable Pearl," ALLBLK's "Wicked City," and Shudder's "The Boulet Brothers' Dragula."

[09/19/24 - 12:40 PM]
Jeffrey Dean Morgan Named Host of NBC's Immersive Travel Competition Series "Destination X"
Based on the award-winning Belgian format, the innovative series will combine spectacular adventure travel and immersive gameplay with the ultimate guessing game.

[09/19/24 - 12:30 PM]
"New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash" Announces Kane Brown and Jelly Roll as First Headliners, Performing Live from Downtown Nashville, on CBS
Last year's edition was the highest rated country music program of 2023.

[09/19/24 - 10:31 AM]
Video: "The Great British Baking Show" Collection 12 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Bakers, start your ovens! A new group of contestants gathers in the tent to mix, roll and decorate their way to the top prize.

[09/19/24 - 10:00 AM]
Starz Announces the October 4 Premiere of Network's First Weekly Interview Series "Fat Joe Talks" with Inaugural Guest Method Man
In addition to Method Man, additional interviewees will include: Mary J. Blige, Hakeem Jeffries, T.I., Babyface, as well as appearances by Latto, Buju Banton and Remy Ma.

[09/19/24 - 10:00 AM]
CBS Invites Fans to Join Its Nationwide "Comfy Blue Sofa" Tour to Celebrate CBS Premiere Week and the Upcoming Fall Season
In addition to the regular-sized comfy sofas at the various tour stops, CBS is dispatching a gigantic (20 ft. long, 8 ft. high), eye-catching sofa, serving as a marquee for the Comfy Blue Sofa Tour.

[09/19/24 - 09:32 AM]
CBS Wins Wednesday with #1 Show of the Night "Survivor" and "Big Brother" Winning Its Hour
"Survivor" averaged 4.54 million viewers and was #1 program of the night in both total viewers and the A25-54.

[09/19/24 - 09:13 AM]
Sabrina Carpenter's Holiday Variety Music Special Coming to Netflix December 6
In this special with musical guests, pop icon Sabrina Carpenter will perform songs from her holiday EP fruitcake and other iconic chart-topping holiday covers.

[09/19/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Fresh Off the Series' First Emmy Nomination, "Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr." Celebrates Upcoming Season 11 with Series Trailer
19 celebrity guests will sit down with Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. to dive into their ancestral history and solve mysteries that have plagued their families when the series returns January 7 on PBS.

[09/19/24 - 09:01 AM]
HBO Renews "Industry" for a Fourth Season
Season three is pacing nearly 40% ahead of season two with an average of 1.6M viewers per episode, and growing.

[09/19/24 - 08:52 AM]
Great American Media Announces Sequel to Storied Franchise, "When Hope Calls," Begins Season Two Production for Series Premiere January 2025
Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka star in the "When Calls the Heart" spin-off series.

[09/19/24 - 08:08 AM]
Hallmark Announces Its 2024 Holiday Lineup for Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery and Hallmark+
The jingle bell juggernaut kicks off its 24/7 programming event on Friday, October 18, and gifts viewers yearning for yuletide tales with 40 new, original movies across Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Mystery.

[09/19/24 - 08:02 AM]
Video: "Tim Dillon: This Is Your Country" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Tim Dillon chats with everyday Americans about the real - and outrageous - issues they face in this talk show-style special where no topic is off-limits.

[09/19/24 - 08:01 AM]
Netflix's "Black Mirror" Announces Cast for Its Highly-Anticipated Seventh Season
Charlie Brooker's dark, satirical anthology series will return in 2025 with six brand new episodes, including a sequel to the sci-fi adventure "USS Callister."