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[02/08/21 - 11:51 PM]
Development Update: Monday, February 8
Updates include: Michael B. Jordan, Jay-Z team for "The Greatest" at Amazon; FX greenlights pilot for "The Spook Who Sat by the Door"; and Ruben Garcia to helm The CW's "Tom Swift" backdoor pilot.

[02/08/21 - 02:59 PM]
Tubi and FOX Launch "Free Like Tubi Week"
The week-long multiplatform program treats consumers to a variety of giveaways spanning across television, radio, digital and mobile devices, as well as local drive-ins and food delivery.

[02/08/21 - 02:30 PM]
All-New Series "Game of Talents" Joins Television's #1 Show, "The Masked Singer," For a Night of Hidden (and Masked!) Talent, Beginning Wednesday, March 10, on FOX
Emmy Award winner Niecy Nash will serve as guest host to kick off season five of "The Masked Singer," and Emmy Award winner - and "The Masked Singer" season two winner Wayne Brady - will host "Game of Talents."

[02/08/21 - 01:37 PM]
Hannah Einbinder and Carl Clemons-Hopkins Star in the Untitled Jean Smart Comedy Series
The series, due this spring on HBO Max, is created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky.

[02/08/21 - 01:23 PM]
Following Its Ratings Success, MTV Cooks Up a Season Two Renewal of "Deliciousness"
The series will return with new episodes hosted by Tiffani Thiessen.

[02/08/21 - 01:12 PM]
Bravo's "Top Chef" Returns for a New Season in Portland Kicking Off with a Supersized Episode on Thursday, April 1 at 8 PM ET/PT
This season, a new batch of 15 extremely talented Executive Chefs and restaurant owners, representing a cross section of kitchens and food around the country, vie for the coveted title bringing their unique skillsets, diversity of cuisines and gamut of flavors.

[02/08/21 - 12:59 PM]
HBO Announces Six-Part Documentary Series "100 Foot Wave"
The series will premiere this spring on HBO and be available to stream on HBO Max.

[02/08/21 - 10:31 AM]
Disney+ to Exclusively Premiere Documentary "Own the Room" on March 12
The film chronicles five students from disparate corners of the planet as they take their budding business ventures to Macau, China, to compete in the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards.

[02/08/21 - 10:30 AM]
The CW Network, TBS and TBS Team Up to Give Promotional Boost to New Series "Superman & Lois" and "Go-Big Show"
On Saturday, February 27, TNT will air an encore presentation of the premiere episode of The CW's "Superman & Lois.

[02/08/21 - 10:10 AM]
"Saints & Sinners: Judgment Day" Movie World Premieres on Bounce Sunday, Feb. 14 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT, New Season of "Saints & Sinners" Debuts April 11
The film will be available for viewing on February 15 on Brown Sugar, Bounce's popular streaming service, with the complete first four seasons of the series available anytime.

[02/08/21 - 10:06 AM]
FOX Formally Orders Animated Comedy from Emmy Award-Winning Creator Dan Harmon for 2022
Centered on a flawed family of humans, gods and monsters that tries to run one of the world's first cities without killing each other, the series is an outgrowth of the direct animation deal Harmon and FOX Entertainment unveiled last year.

[02/08/21 - 10:00 AM]
Amazon Studios Orders New Young Adult Series "The Summer I Turned Pretty," Based on the New York Times Bestseller by Jenny Han, from wiip
The multigenerational drama hinges on a love triangle between one girl and two brothers, the ever-evolving relationship between mothers and their children, and the enduring power of strong female friendship.

[02/08/21 - 09:59 AM]
HBO Limited Drama Series "Beartown" Debuts February 22
The series centers on a floundering community in Sweden that places its dreams of revitalization on the teenage shoulders of its junior ice hockey team.

[02/08/21 - 09:46 AM]
NBC Unscripted Is Turning Up the Heat with "The Wheel," The BBC's #1 Game Show Launch in a Decade
A hilarious new take on the game show format, the series is set to put viewers into a spin each week as celebrity guests attempt to help contestants win big.

[02/08/21 - 09:00 AM]
Video: HBO Max Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for Max Original Competition Series "The Bridge," Premiering February 11
This reality competition series places a massive cash prize on an island in the middle of a lake - but to reach the money, contestants must construct an 850-foot bridge with their bare hands and limited supplies.

[02/08/21 - 09:00 AM]
Film Nominations Announced for the 26th Annual Critics Choice Awards
The winners will be revealed live on The CW on Sunday, March 7, with acclaimed film, television, and stage star Taye Diggs returning to host for his third consecutive time.

[02/08/21 - 09:00 AM]
Apple TV+ Expands Emmy Award-Winning Kids Slate with "Jane," Inspired by the Mission of Dr. Jane Goodall
From Sinking Ship Entertainment, "Jane," a live action/CGI blended series, is created and executive produced by company partner J.J. Johnson, with the Jane Goodall Institute also serving as executive producers.

[02/08/21 - 08:02 AM]
Grammy(R) Nominated Actress and Singer Christina Milian Set to Headline Starz's Re-Imagined "Step Up" Series
Milian stars as Collette, a role originated by the late Naya Rivera in the series' first two seasons.

[02/08/21 - 07:00 AM]
discovery+ True Crime Highlights - Weeks of February 15 and February 22
Upcoming specials include "The Chameleon Killer" (Friday, February 19) and "The List of Ten" (Tuesday, February 23).

[02/08/21 - 07:00 AM]
Rob Delaney, Alice Eve, Edwina Findley, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Zrinka Cvitesic, Simbi Ajikawo Among Latest Cast Announced for Amazon Prime Video's Contemporary New Global Thriller "The Power"
Leslie Mann, Auli'i Cravalho, Tim Robbins, John Leguizamo, Eddie Marsan and Daniela Vega also star in the Naomi Alderman adaptation.

[02/08/21 - 06:00 AM]
Amazon Studios and Michael B. Jordan's Outlier Society Expand Relationship to First-Look Film Deal and an Overall Deal in Television Establishing the Studio as Outlier Society's Home for All Content
The deal comes in the lead up to the release of "Tom Clancy's Without Remorse," starring and produced by Michael B. Jordan, launching globally on April 30, 2021 on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories.

[02/08/21 - 01:24 AM]
First Take for "An Astrological Guide for Broken Hearts", The New Italian Original Netflix Series Created and Directed by Bindu de Stoppani and Co-Directed by Michela Andreozzi
At the heart of the story is Alice Bassi, a single woman in her mid 30s, working as production assistant in a small television network.

[02/08/21 - 01:03 AM]
BBC One Announces "The Split" Is to Return for Third and Final Series
Created and written by Abi Morgan, "The Split" is produced by Sister for BBC One and co-produced with Little Chick and SundanceTV.

[02/07/21 - 09:31 PM]
Get an Insider's View Into the Most Unique Modern Indian Weddings with Netflix's "The Big Day"
This Valentine's Day, block your calendars to indulge in the most unique and lavish modern Indian weddings with heart-touching stories, unbelievably beautiful clothes and breathtaking locations.

[02/07/21 - 05:44 PM]
Video: New Promos for Two Highly Anticipated Original CBS Dramas, "The Equalizer" and "Clarice," Debut Super Bowl Sunday
Queen Latifah and Rebecca Breeds topline the respective dramas, due this week.

[02/07/21 - 03:53 PM]
Video: Official Trailer - "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier" - Disney+
The latest series from Marvel Studios premieres Friday, March 19.

[02/07/21 - 11:02 AM]
Video: First Look at ESPN+ Documentary Series "Man in the Arena: Tom Brady"
In a groundbreaking new multipart series coming to ESPN+ in the Fall of 2021, Tom deconstructs the milestones of his legendary career.

[02/07/21 - 08:06 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: "NFL Honors" Puts CBS on Top
The Eye leads the night in total viewers, shares the demo crown with ABC and NBC.

[02/06/21 - 10:02 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Adults 18-49; CBS Leads Total Viewers
The Alphabet's "Shark Tank" claims the top spot in the key demographic.

[02/05/21 - 11:03 PM]
Development Update: Friday, February 5
Updates include: Taran Killam to star in "Welcome to Georgia" at CBS; Mira Sorvino, Merrin Dungey board Starz's "Shining Vale"; and Hulu orders Chris Estrada-led comedy pilot "Punk Ass Bitch."

[02/05/21 - 04:49 PM]
"Power Rangers Dino Fury" Premieres Saturday, February 20 at 8:00 A.M. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon
Adapted from the Japanese Super Sentai series "Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger," the 28th season of "Power Rangers" features morphinominal battle footage with an all-new cast of dynamic heroes, evil villains and imagination-defying monsters.

[02/05/21 - 01:45 PM]
ViacomCBS and MTV Entertainment Group Sign "Yellowstone" Co-Creator Taylor Sheridan to Exclusive Blockbuster Deal for Multiple Series
Viewers will get a special sneak peek at Sheridan's new series for Paramount+ - a prequel to the smash drama - entitled "Y: 1883" during the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 7.

[02/05/21 - 01:05 PM]
"Wynonna Earp" Sets Premiere Date for Final Episodes on Syfy
The remaining six episodes are set to return Friday, March 5 and will culminate in Syfy's epic finale on Friday, April 9.

[02/05/21 - 12:01 PM]
Lana Condor to Star in and Executive Produce "Boo, Bitch," A Live-Action Comedy Limited Series for Netflix
She'll play a high school senior who, after years of playing it safe, decides to live an epic life... only to wake up the next morning and find out she's now a ghost.

[02/05/21 - 10:04 AM]
FX Sets Premiere Dates for Next Wave of Programming
Look for new seasons of "Cake," "Mayans M.C." and "Breeders" beginning in March.

[02/05/21 - 10:02 AM]
Higher Ground Productions Announces New Slate of Netflix Projects
The content encompasses a range of fiction, non-fiction and kids & family across both series and feature films.

[02/05/21 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Pacific Rim: The Black" - Official Trailer #1 - Netflix
After Kaiju ravage Australia, two siblings pilot a Jaeger to search for their parents, encountering new creatures, seedy characters and chance allies.

[02/05/21 - 10:00 AM]
Chiwetel Ejiofor to Star in Paramount+ Original Series "The Man Who Fell to Earth"
The project is based on the Walter Tevis novel of the same name and the iconic film starring David Bowie.

[02/05/21 - 09:32 AM]
Exclusive Television Premiere of "Saint Maud" to Debut on EPIX February 12, 2021 at 8 PM ET/PT
The debut film from writer-director Rose Glass, "Saint Maud" is a chilling and boldly original vision of faith, madness, and salvation in a fallen world.

[02/05/21 - 09:31 AM]
E! Cordially Invites You to the Dinner Party of the Year as New Series "Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump" Premieres Thursday, March 18 at 9PM ET/PT
Iggy Azalea, Jeff Lewis, Joel McHale, Lala Kent, Margaret Cho, Mario Lopez, Sheryl Underwood, Steve-O and Tori Spelling are among the featured guests.

[02/05/21 - 08:59 AM]
HBO Documentary Films' Four-Part Documentary Series "Allen v. Farrow," From Award-Winning Investigative Filmmakers Kirby Dick & Amy Ziering and Amy Herdy, Debuts February 21
The series examines the shattering effects of trauma on a family and is a haunting depiction of the skepticism and backlash that can result from an accusation.

[02/05/21 - 08:57 AM]
HGTV Orders Two Pilot Episodes for "My First Time" (wt)
The episodes will follow former educator Amina Stevens as she uses her classroom experience to guide first time buyers on the path to home ownership.

[02/05/21 - 08:43 AM]
Bravo Renews "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" for a Sophomore Season
An epic three-part reunion closes out the first season and kicks off on Wednesday, February 10.

[02/05/21 - 08:26 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX, "Hell's Kitchen" Claim Top Demo Honors
The network pulls off a victory among adults 18-49 while ABC is the most-watched broadcaster overall.

[02/05/21 - 08:01 AM]
The History(R) Channel Partners with the James Beard Foundation on "Save Our History" Philanthropic Initiative to #SaveOurRestaurants
The first recipient is Ben's Chili Bowl located in Washington, D.C., an establishment that has played a role in numerous key moments in America's history.

[02/05/21 - 07:38 AM]
Video: PSA with First Lady Jill Biden (and the 1st Dogs - Champ and Major) to Air on discovery+ During "Puppy Bowl XVII" on Sunday Feb. 7
Major Biden's journey from the Delaware Humane Association to the Biden family and now to the White House illustrates Puppy Bowl's message of how a shelter animal's life can be transformed when given a second chance in a loving, forever home.

[02/05/21 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "Sentinelle" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Transferred home after a traumatizing combat mission, a highly trained French soldier uses her lethal skills to hunt down the man who hurt her sister.

[02/04/21 - 11:23 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, February 4
Updates include: Ryan Seacrest exits E!'s "Live from the Red Carpet"; Emily Hampshire to lead proposed "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" reboot; and Nhut Le tapped for HBO Max's "Peacemaker."

[02/04/21 - 08:31 PM]
Netflix's First Telugu Anthology - "Pitta Kathalu" - Brings to Life Stories of Bold Women
The four-part anthology film is directed by four of the finest stalwarts of Telugu cinema - Tharun Bhascker, B.V. Nandini Reddy, Nag Ashwin and Sankalp Reddy.

[02/04/21 - 08:11 PM]
"Summer of Soul (... Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised)" Headed to Searchlight Pictures and Hulu
The film is directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson and produced by Joseph Patel, Robert Fyvolent and David Dinerstein with RadicalMedia serving as creative and production partners.







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[02/03/26 - 03:01 PM]
Video: Apple TV Reveals Teaser for "Margo's Got Money Troubles"
The eight-episode Apple Original series will premiere globally on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 with three episodes, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through May 20, 2026.

[02/03/26 - 02:46 PM]
"Way of the Warrior Kid" to Premiere Globally November 20
Starring Chris Pratt, Linda Cardellini and Jude Hill, along with Jocko Willink, the film will debut globally on Apple TV on Friday, November 20, 2026.

[02/03/26 - 02:16 PM]
Apple Original Films' Summer Comedy "The Dink" Premieres Globally July 24
Starring Jake Johnson and Mary Steenburgen, the summer comedy feature will debut globally on Apple TV on Friday, July 24, 2026.

[02/03/26 - 12:31 PM]
Video: Apple TV Debuts Gripping New Teaser for Limited Series "Imperfect Women"
The eight-episode series will make its global debut on Apple TV with the first two episodes on Wednesday, March 18, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through April 29.

[02/03/26 - 12:16 PM]
Netflix's "Finding Her Edge" Renewed for Season 2
Season 1 of the YA series launched on January 22 and debuted in the Netflix English TV Top 10, where it has remained since its release, climbing up to #3 this week.

[02/03/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of January 26 - Rags to Romance Wins as "Bridgerton" Season 4 Sweeps to No. 1 in the Top 10
"His & Hers" took No. 2 on the English TV list with 11 million views; while YA romance series "Finding Her Edge" moved up to No. 3 on the list with 6.7 million views.

[02/03/26 - 12:01 PM]
Video: Apple TV Unveils the Premiere Date, First Look and Teaser for "Lucky"
"Lucky" will make its global debut on Apple TV with the first two episodes on Wednesday, July 15, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through August 19.

[02/03/26 - 12:01 PM]
Teresa Palmer Signs on to Play Sif in Prime Video's "God of War" from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios
Previously announced cast members include Ryan Hurst as Kratos, Max Parker as Heimdall, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor, Mandy Patinkin as Odin, Alaistair Duncan as Mimir, Jeff Gulka as Sindri, and Danny Woodburn as Brok.

[02/03/26 - 11:51 AM]
"American Idol" Blasts Off with Biggest Season Debut in Four Years
"American Idol" returned for a new season jumping to 8.27 million Total Viewers and a 1.04 rating among Adults 18-49 after three days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms.

[02/03/26 - 11:32 AM]
"American Idol" Expands Its Live Viewing Experience to Disney+
Beginning March 30, "American Idol" will stream live on Disney+, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, expanding the reach of the franchise and connecting with new audiences.

[02/03/26 - 11:16 AM]
Apple TV's Comedic Thriller "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed" to Make Global Debut May 20
The 10-episode season will make its global debut on Apple TV with the first two episodes on Wednesday, May 20, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through July 15.

[02/03/26 - 11:01 AM]
"A Man on the Inside" Renewed for Season 3 on Netflix
The series reached the Global Top 10 for five weeks and has a combined viewing of 45M+ views across both seasons through the end of 2025.

[02/03/26 - 10:46 AM]
Apple Original Films Unveils a First Look at Jonah Hill's Dark Comedy "Outcome"
Starring Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer, and Hill, the film will premiere globally on Apple TV on Friday, April 10, 2026.

[02/03/26 - 10:16 AM]
Video: Apple TV's "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" Unveils Monstrous New Trailer
The 10-episode second season will premiere globally on Friday, February 27, 2026 with the first episode, followed by one episode every Friday until May 1, 2026.

[02/03/26 - 10:01 AM]
The CW Network and Mountain West Forge Broadcast Partnership Through 2030-31 Season
Under the terms of the deal, The CW will air 13 Mountain West football games per year to its national audience, as well as 20 men's basketball games and 15 women's basketball games per season.