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[02/12/21 - 11:08 PM]
Development Update: Friday, February 12
Updates include: "CSI: Vegas" casts trio; ABC passes on two comedy pilots, greenlights one; and "God's Favorite Idiot" on Netflix fills out principal roles.

[02/12/21 - 04:20 PM]
Donald Glover and Phoebe Waller-Bridge to Create and Star in New Amazon Original Series "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," With Co-Creator Francesca Sloane, Based on the 2005 Film
The 2005 feature film, from New Regency and starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, grossed $487 million worldwide during its release.

[02/12/21 - 03:46 PM]
Groundbreaking Series "America's Most Wanted" Returns, Monday, March 15 on FOX
Elizabeth Vargas hosts the series, which has helped capture more than 1,186 criminals, including 17 on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list.

[02/12/21 - 01:30 PM]
Paramount+ Invites Fans to Attend an Under-the-Sea Road Trip Adventure Drive-Through Experience and Exclusive Drive-In Screening for "The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run"
All ticket proceeds will benefit Heal The Bay, an environmental nonprofit dedicated to making the coastal waters and watersheds in Greater Los Angeles safe, healthy, and clean.

[02/12/21 - 01:19 PM]
Science Channel Reveals Upcoming Series Launching in February and March
Highlights include "Ancient Unexplained Files," due this Sunday, February 14 at 9:00/8:00c.

[02/12/21 - 12:59 PM]
MTV's "The Real World" Franchise Returns March 4th on Paramount+
The first installment will reunite the original New York cast in the iconic NYC loft for "The Real World Homecoming: New York."

[02/12/21 - 09:49 AM]
The Best Backroads BBQ Around! All New Competition Series "Moonshiners: Smoke Ring" Premieres March 9 on discovery+
In the series, Stephen Ray Tickle along with "Hogfather" Tank Jackson, venture into the deep South in search of the best, often undiscovered, pit masters from around the country to compete in a high stakes battle to determine whose heritage and skills produce the best tasting meat.

[02/12/21 - 09:12 AM]
E! Spills the Tea as New Series "For Real: The Story of Reality TV" Premieres Thursday, March 25 at 9PM ET/PT
Hosted and executive produced by Andy Cohen, the seven-part limited event series explores different themes including celebreality, dating, competition and extreme makeover series, among others.

[02/12/21 - 09:06 AM]
Video: New Trailer - Hulu Original Film "Boss Level"
Trapped in a time loop that constantly repeats the day of his murder, former special forces agent Roy Pulver (Frank Grillo) uncovers clues about a secret government project that could unlock the mystery behind his untimely death.

[02/12/21 - 09:00 AM]
"VH1 Couples Retreat" Celebrates Black Love in New Series Premiering Monday, March 29 at 8PM ET/PT
During a week-long vacation, cast members will take part in an honest and uncensored conversation on how celebrity couples showcase the challenges and triumphs of their relationships, navigating the complex waters of love, heartache and communication.

[02/12/21 - 08:54 AM]
Facebook Watch Premiering Black History Month Special "Forward: The Future of Black Music" Featuring Chance the Rapper, Erykah Badu, John Legend, Yara Shahidi on February 16
The four-episode, short-form special celebrating Black Excellence will drop every Tuesday and Friday on the Facebook Watch page starting February 16.

[02/12/21 - 08:15 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, CBS & FOX All Share Demo Crown
The Eye's "Young Sheldon" tops the night in adults 18-49.

[02/12/21 - 07:44 AM]
An All-New Season of "The Zoo: San Diego" Streams Exclusively on discovery+
New episodes will stream every Saturday on the service.

[02/12/21 - 07:02 AM]
Peacock Dramedy "Armas De Mujer" Sets All-Star Cast
Roselyn Sánchez, Sylvia Sáenz and Jeimy Osorio will join previously announced Mexican superstar Kate del Castillo.

[02/12/21 - 06:16 AM]
CMT to Premiere "Skyville Live: Gladys Knight & Guests" on February 17 at 10/9c
Music royalty Gladys Knight is joined by superstars Martina McBride and Estelle to perform beloved classics, including "Midnight Train to Georgia" and "Neither One of Us."

[02/12/21 - 06:01 AM]
With "The Show," Showtime(R) Premieres Exclusive Inside Look at the Making of the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Performance
This year's show starred The Weeknd and was executive produced by Emmy nominee Jesse Collins, Roc Nation and directed by acclaimed multi-award nominated Hamish Hamilton.

[02/12/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Just Say Yes" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Incurable romantic Lotte finds her life upended when her plans for a picture-perfect wedding unravel - just as her self-absorbed sister gets engaged.

[02/12/21 - 05:59 AM]
Newly Remastered HD Version of "Sex and the City" Now Available on HBO Max
The new HD version gives HBO Max subscribers the perfect opportunity to watch or rewatch ahead of the next chapter, "And Just Like That...," which kicks-off production in New York City this spring.

[02/12/21 - 01:01 AM]
Netflix Announces Cast and Launch Date for "The One"
Hannah Ware stars in the eight-episode series, due on March 12.

[02/11/21 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, February 11
Updates include: Jamie Chung, Oscar Wahlberg to recur on Showtime's "Dexter" revival; Simone Biles to topline the latest installment of "Versus on Watch"; and Sydney Sweeney, Halsey to star in "The Players Table" for HBO Max.

[02/11/21 - 02:10 PM]
FOX Entertainment, Entertainment One and Bento Box Entertainment to Develop Animated Series Based on Hasbro's Iconic Board Game, "Clue"
"We're thrilled to team up once again with our great partners at FOX and Bento Box on this exciting new series," said Pancho Mansfield.

[02/11/21 - 01:56 PM]
Video: Trailer for NBC's True-Crime Docuseries "The Widower"
The three-part series takes viewers behind the scenes of a decade-long investigation into Thomas Randolph, an eccentric Las Vegas man accused of killing his wife Sharon.

[02/11/21 - 01:01 PM]
HBO Max Announces an 8-Episode Series Order for "Rap Sh*t" (wt) from Issa Rae
Syreeta Singleton will serve as executive producer and showrunner, while hip hop duo Yung Miami and JT of City Girls serve as co-executive producers.

[02/11/21 - 12:19 PM]
"For All Mankind: Time Capsule," A New Augmented Reality Experience Based on the Apple Tv+ Space Drama, Is Available Today in the App Store
Through an interactive AR experience, fans join Danny (Casey Johnson) as he examines keepsakes full of details about the off-screen lives of the characters and world of "For All Mankind," where every object tells a story.

[02/11/21 - 12:01 PM]
George C. Wolfe to Direct "Rustin" for Higher Ground Productions and Netflix
The film tells the story of charismatic, gay, civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, who overcame an onslaughts of obstacles, and altered the course of American history by organizing the 1963 march on Washington.

[02/11/21 - 12:01 PM]
NBC's "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" to Close Its Precinct's Doors After Eighth and Final Season
"I'm so thankful to NBC and Universal Television for allowing us to give these characters and our fans the ending they deserve," said executive producer Dan Goor.

[02/11/21 - 10:36 AM]
Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Rhys Ifans, and Sonoya Mizuno Join the Cast of HBO's "House of the Dragon"
The prequel to "Game of Thrones" will tell the story of House Targaryen.

[02/11/21 - 10:29 AM]
HBO Max Dramedy "Generation" Debuts March 11
The dark yet playful half-hour series follows a diverse group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

[02/11/21 - 10:16 AM]
TBS Announces April 1st Premiere of the Iconic Extreme Obstacle Course Series "Wipeout"
John Cena and Nicole Byer host the series, wit Camille Kostek serving as field host.

[02/11/21 - 10:00 AM]
Paramount+ Renews Critics' Choice Award Nominated "Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out the News" for a Second Season
The series returns Thursday, March 4 with a half-hour special to celebrate and coincide with the launch of the newly rebranded service.

[02/11/21 - 09:34 AM]
New Installments of the Popular "Aurora Teagarden Mysteries" and "Mystery 101" Franchises to Premiere in March on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Look for "Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: How to Con a Con" on Sunday, March 14 followed by "Mystery 101: Killer Timing" on Sunday, March 21.

[02/11/21 - 09:33 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Five All-New Movies for "Spring Fling"
"Chasing Waterfalls" will kick things off on Saturday, March 20.

[02/11/21 - 09:32 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Production Has Begun in Ireland on All-New Romantic Comedy "As Luck Would Have It"
JoAnna Garcia Swisher and Allen Leech are starring with Clare Niederpruem directing.

[02/11/21 - 09:31 AM]
The Magic Is Back on Sundays More Magic Is in the Air in Season Seven of "Good Witch" Premiering May 16, on Hallmark Channel
Since the first movie 12 years ago, Cassie Nightingale has become a character that Hallmark Channel viewers have fallen in love with and look forward to welcoming into their homes.

[02/11/21 - 09:23 AM]
discovery+ Announces Robust Slate of Documentaries
"This slate of documentaries is just the beginning for discovery+, as we embark on an ambitious journey to extend our leadership in nonfiction storytelling to the documentary genre," said Lisa Holme, Group SVP, Content & Commercial Strategy, Discovery.

[02/11/21 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Paradise PD" Season 3 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The not-so-honorable police officers of Paradise engage in dog blackmail, sperm theft, doughnut shop intimidation and many more unspeakable crimes.

[02/11/21 - 08:32 AM]
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novel "The Overstory" Being Developed as a Series for Netflix by David Benioff & D.B. Weiss
The novel is a sweeping work of activism and resistance about a magnificently inventive world that a handful of people learn how to see and are drawn into.

[02/11/21 - 08:29 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: "Chicago" Trio Keeps NBC on Top
The network easily wins the evening among total viewers and adults 18-49.

[02/11/21 - 08:09 AM]
All-Star Renovation Duos Battle It Out in Season Two of HGTV's Mega-Hit Competition Series "Rock the Block"
Host Ty Pennington will referee the action as the experts battle to maximize the value of identical suburban properties with $225,000 and only six weeks to complete their projects.

[02/11/21 - 07:55 AM]
"Social Society": ALLBLK Launches New Variety Talk Show Hosted by Actor Kendall Kyndall
New episodes will air weekly on Mondays beginning February 22.

[02/11/21 - 07:06 AM]
Video: "La Templanza" - Official Teaser - Prime Video Spain
Leonor Watling, Rafael Novoa, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba and Juana Acosta star in the series, due on March 26.

[02/11/21 - 06:47 AM]
HBO Max Scheduled to Launch in 39 Territories Across Latin America in June 2021
At launch, existing HBO GO direct-billed customers, as well as those who are billed through eligible partners will get instant access to HBO Max.

[02/11/21 - 06:26 AM]
Acorn TV with Acorn Media Enterprises Commissions "Agatha Raisin" for Fourth Series from Free@Last TV
The fourth season will include three feature-length episodes and a winter special.

[02/11/21 - 06:21 AM]
ABC News to Launch Groundbreaking Primetime Newscast "Soul of a Nation," First Broadcast Network Newsmagazine on Black Life in America
"Soul of a Nation" comes to Tuesday nights starting this March on ABC.

[02/11/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Waffles + Mochi" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Curious puppet pals Waffles and Mochi travel the world exploring the wonders of food and culture while learning how to cook with fresh ingredients.

[02/11/21 - 05:09 AM]
Maisa Breaks Virtual Read Table of "De Volta aos 15," The New Netflix Dramedy
Based on the novel of the same name by Bruna Vieira, the series is a funny and exciting production that follows Anita's self-discovery and maturity journey.

[02/10/21 - 11:36 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, February 10
Updates include: Gina Carano terminated from "The Mandalorian"; Charisma Carpenter, Michelle Trachtenberg allege misconduct against Joss Whedon; and HBO, HBO Max both pass on a pair of projects.

[02/10/21 - 12:19 PM]
Hulu's Spring Original Documentary Slate Features "kid 90" and SXSW Official Selections "WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn" and "Sasquatch"
The three-part "Sasquatch" will premiere Tuesday, April 20 on the streaming service.

[02/10/21 - 12:01 PM]
Video: "Marriage or Mortgage" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In the series, premiering March 10, a wedding planner and a real estate agent compete to win the hearts and budgets of spouses-to-be.

[02/10/21 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "Outlander" - Season 6 Is in Production - Starz
Filming on the upcoming season is officially underway.







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[01/30/26 - 01:01 PM]
Lifetime Sets Seven All-New Thrillers Premiering Saturdays, Beginning Valentine's Day Featuring All Star Casts
Kicking off on Valentine's Day and based on a true story, is "The Dating App Killer: The Monica White Story" executive produced and directed by Elisabeth Rohm and starring NAACP Image Award winner Lela Rochon and Jarod Joseph.

[01/30/26 - 11:06 AM]
Top-Tier Pastry Chefs from Across the Country Battle for Elite Title in "The Ultimate Baking Championship" on Food Network
In each episode, host Jesse Palmer tests the competitors on the core techniques that outstanding pastry chefs must master, from laminated dough and pâte à choux to chocolate work and sugar artistry.

[01/30/26 - 10:12 AM]
Prime Video's "God of War" from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios Announces Three New Cast Members
Alastair Duncan, Jeff Gulka, and Danny Woodburn are among the latest additions.

[01/30/26 - 10:11 AM]
HBO Renews Original Late-Night Comedy Series "It's Florida, Man." for a Third Season
From Rough House Pictures, this outrageous late-night comedy series brings to life unbelievable ripped-from-the-headlines tales of the Sunshine State - straight from the people who live there.

[01/30/26 - 10:11 AM]
"20/20" Ranks No. 1 in the Two-Hour Time Period Across the Board Versus CBS and NBC
"20/20" posted across-the-board gains week to week: Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49, hitting 9-week highs in both key Adult demos.

[01/30/26 - 10:03 AM]
Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Potomac" Three-Part Reunion Begins Sunday, Feb. 15 at 8 P.M. ET/PT
Host Andy Cohen sits down with Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, Stacey Rusch, Keiarna Stewart, Tia Glover, Angel Massie and friends Monique Samuels and Jassi Rideaux to discuss the biggest moments of their milestone season 10.

[01/30/26 - 07:01 AM]
Apple's Neo-Noir Detective Story "Sugar" Set to Return for Season Two on June 19
The eight-episode second season of "Sugar" will make its global return on Friday, June 19 on Apple TV with one episode, followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday through August 7.

[01/30/26 - 06:20 AM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in Total Viewers
"Nightline" was also up year to year in Total Viewers for the week of January 19.

[01/30/26 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "In the Mud" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Five female prisoners forge a unique bond after a deadly accident... until corruption and turf wars within a ruthless prison threaten to destroy them.

[01/30/26 - 12:16 AM]
The Danish Crime Series "The Asset" Returns for a Second Season
The second season brings back returning cast members Clara Dessau, Maria Cordsen, Afshin Firouzi, and Nicolas Bro, among others, who will encounter their greatest challenges yet in the fight for survival and justice.

[01/30/26 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "The Museum of Innocence" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In 1970s Istanbul, a man's forbidden love for a shop-girl evolves into a lifelong journey of obsession and longing. Based on Orhan Pamuk's iconic novel.

[01/29/26 - 07:02 PM]
NBC Comedy Pilot Orders: "Newlyweds" & "Untitled Lizer, Lynch and Sagal Pilot"
Gail Lerner is behind the former; while Kari Lizer is behind the latter, which stars Jane Lynch and Katey Sagal.

[01/29/26 - 12:56 PM]
"Dirty Rotten Scandals" Premieres Wednesday, March 4 at 9PM ET/PT on E!
This season explores the darker side of some of America's most beloved television shows by delivering untold stories from past participants and new original reporting.

[01/29/26 - 12:19 PM]
Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Coogan, Caleb Jonte Edwards, Marissa Long, Alexander Ludwig, Chris Messina, and AJ Michalka Are Headed to "The White Lotus"
Reservations confirmed.

[01/29/26 - 12:11 PM]
Mandy Patinkin Signs on to Play Odin in Prime Video's "God of War" from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios
Based on PlayStation's massively popular ancient mythology-themed video game, the series has received a two-season order, with pre-production underway in Vancouver, and casting has begun.