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[02/17/21 - 11:38 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, February 17
Updates include: CBS to wrap "Mom," "NCIS: New Orleans" in May; HBO Max mulls "Constantine" reboot series; and Minnie Driver boards "Modern Love" at Amazon.

[02/17/21 - 01:08 PM]
Video: WE tv Reveals Firstlook Supertease and Key Art for "Waka & Tammy: What the Flocka" Season Two Premering Thursday, March 18 at 9PM ET/PT
With the pandemic wreaking havoc across the world, its impact begins affecting both Waka and Tammy's relationship and their financial stability.

[02/17/21 - 01:01 PM]
YouTube Doubles Down on Telling Real Stories in 2021 with Pick Up of New and Returning Original Series
The new slate showcases the global platform's commitment to partnering with YouTube Creators, musicians, and artists to tell authentic and dynamic stories centered on music, personalities, learning and families.

[02/17/21 - 12:01 PM]
Wednesday Addams Takes Center Stage in New Netflix Live-Action Series
Director Tim Burton and writers Al Gough and Miles Millar are among the featured auspices.

[02/17/21 - 11:30 AM]
Video: "Girls5eva" - Official Teaser - Peacock Original
Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Busy Philipps, and Paula Pell star in the comedy, from creator Meredith Scardino.

[02/17/21 - 10:35 AM]
Emmy(R) Award-Winning "RuPaul's Drag Race" Presents Special Documentary: "RuPaul's Drag Race: Corona Can't Keep a Good Queen Down" Airing Friday, February 26th at 8 PM ET/PT on VH1
The stand-alone documentary captures the raw emotions surrounding the extraordinary experience; from the combination of hope and anxiety of the early days, to creative challenges prepping and executing the show, and an ultimate sense of celebration and gratitude.

[02/17/21 - 10:30 AM]
CBS Renews Popular Monday Night Comedy Block for the 2021-2022 Broadcast Season
"The Neighborhood" and "Bob (Hearts) Abishola" are both due back.

[02/17/21 - 10:03 AM]
Netflix and Higher Ground Productions Present "Worth" Starring Michael Keaton
The film is based on Kenneth Feinberg's memoir entitled "What Is Life Worth."

[02/17/21 - 10:01 AM]
WarnerMedia Expands Kids & Family Offerings on Cartoon Network and HBO Max Under New Tagline "Redraw Your World"
These new originals add to the over 3,000 hours of premium library content also coming to all of WarnerMedia's platforms.

[02/17/21 - 09:03 AM]
Peacock Unveils New Unscripted, Comedy, True Crime and Sports Series at TCA
New unscripted series "Ex Rated" has been picked up with host and executive producer Andy Cohen, and highly anticipated "Real Housewives of Miami" is in development.

[02/17/21 - 09:02 AM]
A&E Network's Hit Series "Nightwatch" From Executive Producer Dick Wolf and 44 Blue Productions Returns to New Orleans for New Season Following the City's Brave First Responders
The new season will premiere Thursday, March 25 at 10:00/9:00c.

[02/17/21 - 09:00 AM]
Zendaya to Be Honored with 5th Annual SeeHer Award at 26th Annual Critics Choice Awards
The honor will be presented by her "Malcolm & Marie" co-star John David Washington during the live ceremony on Sunday, March 7.

[02/17/21 - 08:42 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC, "This Is Us" Claim Demo Honors
The network's new lineup holds off the competition among adults 18-49.

[02/17/21 - 08:22 AM]
Crackle Plus Announces Jeff Meier as Head of Programming
Meier comes from Sony Pictures where he was general manager and senior vice president of programming, heading up content efforts for their brands getTV, Sony Movie Channel, and cineSony.

[02/17/21 - 08:02 AM]
Grammy(R) Award-Winning Global Superstar Justin Bieber Set as Headline Performer at "Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards 2021"
Hosted by actor, comedian and "Saturday Night Live" legend Kenan Thompson, this year's event will air live on Saturday, March 13.

[02/17/21 - 08:01 AM]
Nickelodeon's Hit Preschool Series "The Adventures of Paddington" Returns for Season Two Friday, Feb. 19
Season two will continue to follow the always curious and kind Paddington, as he explores different parts of London, meets new friends, discovers exciting inventions and learns important lessons.

[02/17/21 - 07:48 AM]
Vice Distribution Announces First Spring Slate
The slate features 250 hours of new premium non-scripted content from across Vice Media Group including true crime, investigative documentary, current affairs and politics, as well as pop culture and entertainment.

[02/17/21 - 07:21 AM]
Hulu Announces Series Regulars for Upcoming Series "Conversations with Friends" Based on Sally Rooney's Award-Winning Debut Novel
Newcomer Alison Oliver will star alongside Sasha Lane, Joe Alwyn and Jemima Kirke.

[02/17/21 - 05:31 AM]
New Original Stories Celebrating Iconic and Beloved Stars, A Three Night Royal Event, A Submarine Thriller and Tales from the Titanic Power March 2021 Premieres
"We're excited to have Kim Cattrall, Valerie Bertinelli and Victor Garber as storytellers for fascinating looks at legendary celebrity Marilyn Monroe, the game changing The Golden Girls and the real lives intertwined with the Titanic," said Steve Cheskin.

[02/17/21 - 12:34 AM]
Netflix Rides the Wave with "New Gods: Nezha Reborn"
The film premiered theatrically this past weekend over the Lunar New Year holiday.

[02/16/21 - 11:43 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, February 16
Updates include: Aaron Eckhart to play Gerald Ford in Showtime's "The First Lady"; CBS eyes "NCIS: Hawaii" spin-off; and Archie Panjabi joins the cast of TNT's "Snowpiercer."

[02/16/21 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Announces "DOTA: Dragon's Blood" Anime Series Based on the Popular Video-Game Franchise by Valve
The eight-episode anime series is set to launch globally on March 25.

[02/16/21 - 03:30 PM]
Disney's Acclaimed "DuckTales" Culminates in an Epic 90-Minute Series Finale on Monday, March 15
Executive produced by Matt Youngberg and co-executive produced by Francisco Angones, the Emmy(R) Award-nominated "DuckTales" team wrapped production after 75 episodes and more than 15 shorts.

[02/16/21 - 02:20 PM]
Lifetime Greenlights the Original Movie "Torn from Her Arms" Based on the True Story of a Mother and Daughter Separated at the Border in Partnership with OZY Media
Originally covered by OZY's reporting arm, "Torn from Her Arms" marks OZY's first foray into scripted programming and an expansion of their already robust television catalog.

[02/16/21 - 01:01 PM]
Australia's Best Surf Spots Will Be the Key to "Surviving Summer"
Netflix's latest made in Australia title follows Summer Torres, a fierce Brooklyn teen who's just been sent Down Under to live with family friends the Gibsons, in a tiny coastal town on the Great Ocean Road.

[02/16/21 - 12:10 PM]
WWE Superstars Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair to Guest Star on Peacock's "Punky Brewster"
In the episode, Punky (Soleil Moon Frye) takes Izzy (Quinn Copeland) to meet two of her favorite WWE Superstars.

[02/16/21 - 11:14 AM]
BYUtv and The Dodo Premiere Season 2 of "The Wizard of Paws"
The unscripted 30-minute series follows animal prosthetist Derrick Campana as he travels the country in pursuit of animals in desperate need of his services.

[02/16/21 - 11:13 AM]
BYUtv Presents Groundbreaking Interconnected Family Comedies "The Parker Andersons" and "Amelia Parker"
The two interwoven scripted series highlight events in the life of a blended multicultural, interracial family from two different perspectives.

[02/16/21 - 11:12 AM]
BYUtv Renews International Hit "Dwight in Shining Armor" for 5th and Final Season
The new 10-episode season, which provides a fitting conclusion for the worldwide fan favorite, will premiere on Sunday, March 21 at 8:30/7:30c.

[02/16/21 - 11:11 AM]
BYUtv Spring Premieres Offer Something for Everyone
Highlights include season three of sports competition "All-Round Champion" and the service-focused "Making Good," plus season two of uplifting unscripted shows "Survivalists" and "The Wizard of Paws."

[02/16/21 - 11:01 AM]
Noggin, Nickelodeon's Interactive Learning Service for Preschoolers, Debuts New Animated Musical Series "Rhymes Through Times"
Available now on Noggin and the Nick Jr. YouTube channel, the three-episode short-form series celebrates the Black experience and showcases the contributions of Black people to American culture, focusing on civil rights and leadership, performing arts, and science.

[02/16/21 - 09:27 AM]
YouTube Originals Adds Stacey Abrams, H.E.R., Anderson .Paak, Kelly Rowland, Maurice Harris, Nicole Byer and More to "Black Renaissance"
The special will showcase the Black creators, artists, writers, storytellers, and history makers who have shaped our nation's history and the next generation of Black voices who are reimagining our future.

[02/16/21 - 09:07 AM]
Monday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Bachelor" Claims Demo Crown for ABC
The Alphabet leads the night among adults 18-49 while FOX is the most-watched network overall.

[02/16/21 - 09:01 AM]
The Countdown Begins as "Final Space" Season Three Takes Off Saturday, March 20 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim
Plus: look for seasons one and two to begin streaming on HBO Max on March 1.

[02/16/21 - 08:15 AM]
"56th Academy of Academy of Country Music Awards(TM)" to Be Broadcast Live from Three of Nashville's Iconic Country Music Venues Including Grand Ole Opry House, Ryman Auditorium and The Bluebird Cafe for the Second Consecutive Year, on Sunday, April 18 on CBS
It will also be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+, ViacomCBS' upcoming global streaming service.

[02/16/21 - 07:13 AM]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Commences Production of Season 2 of "Going from Broke"
Innovative "real-time" episodes will begin premiering for free on Crackle in March.

[02/16/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Word Party" Season 5 Trailer - Netflix Jr
Join animal babies Franny, Bailey, Kip, Lulu, and Tilly for even more fun beginning Tuesday, March 2.

[02/16/21 - 06:02 AM]
Marvel Studios Announces "Assembled," A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The series will take viewers through productions such as "WandaVision," "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier," and "Loki" via exclusive on-set footage.

[02/16/21 - 01:01 AM]
Video: "Abla Fahita: Drama Queen" - Official Teaser - Netflix
An innocent fugitive, Abla Fahita gets separated from her children. The illustrious diva will stop at nothing to clear her name and reunite with them.

[02/15/21 - 11:26 PM]
Development Update: Monday, February 15
Updates include: Chris Harrison to "step aside" from "The Bachelor" franchise; Stephanie Vogt to star in Netflix's "Glória"; and Amazon pulls the plug on "Truth Seekers."

[02/15/21 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix Releases Launch Date of a Much Anticipated Korean Noir Film "Night in Paradise"
The film tells a story of a man targeted by a criminal organization and a woman on the verge of life and death.

[02/15/21 - 03:16 PM]
Simone Ashley Cast as Kate in Season 2 of "Bridgerton"
Kate is a smart, headstrong young woman who suffers no fools, Anthony Bridgerton very much included.

[02/15/21 - 08:30 AM]
CBS Presents "Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special," To Be Broadcast Sunday, March 7
Winfrey will speak with Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, in a wide-ranging interview, covering everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, philanthropic work to how she is handling life under intense public pressure.

[02/15/21 - 08:28 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "American Idol" Return Tops Demos for ABC
The Alphabet leads the night among adults 18-49 while CBS is the most-watched broadcaster overall.

[02/15/21 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The documentary, due on March 1, celebrates his life via rare behind-the-scenes footage and the testimonies of his closest friends and family.

[02/14/21 - 09:31 PM]
Video: The Queens Are Here to Reign! Netflix Drops the Trailer of Its Upcoming Series "Bombay Begums"
Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswami, Plabita Borthakur, Amruta Subhash and Aadhya Anand star in the series, due on March 8.

[02/14/21 - 09:09 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos; CBS Leads Total Viewers
"NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC" wins the night among adults 18-49.

[02/14/21 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "The Lost Pirate Kingdom" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The real-life pirates of the Caribbean violently plunder the world's riches and form a surprisingly egalitarian republic in this documentary series, premiering March 15.

[02/14/21 - 07:38 AM]
Video: "Zack Snyder's Justice League" Trailer Now Available
The feature film debuts Thursday, March 18 on HBO Max.

[02/13/21 - 10:19 PM]
Netflix Original Series "Love Alarm S2" Confirmed for March 12 Release
Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, "Love Alarm" is set in a world where a mobile app alerts you if someone within a 10-meter radius likes you.







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[11/18/24 - 11:30 AM]
"Carrie Underwood: Reflection" Concert Special Coming to Hulu in January
The film will give audiences a front-row seat at the larger-than-life show Underwood has performed during her three-year plus run at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas.

[11/18/24 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "Apple Cider Vinegar" - Official Teaser - Netflix
This is a true-ish story based on a lie, about the rise and fall of a wellness empire; the culture that built it up and the people who tore it down.

[11/18/24 - 10:50 AM]
Prime Video Announces 2025 NASCAR Booth
NASCAR Hall of Famer and race analyst Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be joined by race caller Adam Alexander and race analyst Steve Letarte kicking off their coverage live at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

[11/18/24 - 10:22 AM]
Hulu Originals & Exclusives Winter Slate
Newly announced premieres include "Light Shop" (December 4) and "Paris Has Fallen" (December 6).

[11/18/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Cookie, Cupcake, Cake" - Official Trailer - Hulu
Hosts Buddy Valastro and Samantha Seneviratne present "Cookie, Cupcake, Cake," a high-stakes baking competition where pro baker duos tackle sweet challenges.

[11/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
TNT Sports Announces Esteemed Broadcast Booth for NASCAR Cup Series Coverage Starting June 2025
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[11/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
FOX Sets January Premiere Dates, with Spotlight on Series Debuts of "Going Dutch" and "Doc," and February Kicks Off with "FOX's Super Week"
The midseason schedule on FOX starts Thursday, January 2 with the series premiere of the all-new Denis Leary workplace comedy, "Going Dutch," preceded by the season premiere of Joel McHale's hit series, "Animal Control," together building a new Thursday night comedy block on FOX.

[11/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
Four CBS Daytime Shows Post Year-Over-Year Growth
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" has also retained its #1 status with a 16% increase in total viewers vs. last year.

[11/18/24 - 09:09 AM]
Apple TV+ Greenlights "Cape Fear" from Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg
The new series will be written and showrun by Nick Antosca and executive produced by Academy Award winners Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg, with Academy Award winner Javier Bardem starring and executive producing.

[11/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Max Original Comedy Special "Rose Matafeo: On and On and On" Debuts December 19
"I had laryngitis at the time of taping and was on a heavy dose of steroids," said Matafeo. "I accept no responsibility for this performance, except if it's praise and then I'll take that."

[11/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Fortune Feimster: Crushing It" - Sneak Peek - Netflix
In "Fortune Feimster: Crushing It," Fortune shares hilarious stories from her life, including her "romantic" honeymoon with her wife and her reflections on no longer being her mom's surrogate husband.

[11/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "The Piano Lesson" - Official Trailer #2 - Netflix
A brewing battle over the fate of an heirloom piano threatens to tear a family apart in this drama based on August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play.

[11/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Cake Toppers" - Official Trailer - Hulu
Hosted by the ultimate cake boss, Buddy Valastro, "Cake Toppers" is the ultimate clash of the country's best cake artists as they compete to design moving, flaming, flashing, and sometimes even flying cake creations!

[11/18/24 - 07:31 AM]
WWE "Monday Night Raw" Debuts on Netflix Live from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on January 6, 2025
The premiere episode will feature some of the biggest names in WWE such as John Cena, Undisputed WWE Champion "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Bianca Belair, in addition to many other Superstars and surprise guests.

[11/18/24 - 07:30 AM]
NBC's "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" Unveils Star-Studded Performer Lineup for Annual Tree-Lighting Telecast
Audiences will be treated to festive performances from an all-star lineup of musical guests featuring Backstreet Boys, Dan + Shay, Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, Coco Jones, Little Big Town, RAYE, and Thalia.