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[04/24/21 - 10:31 PM]
Video: "Lava Ka Dhaava" Official Trailer - Jaaved Jaaferi - Netflix India
The series? is a dubbed adaptation of "Floor Is Lava," with Jaaved Jaaferi's commentary.

[04/24/21 - 12:00 PM]
Elon Musk to Host "Saturday Night Live" with Musical Guest Miley Cyrus on May 8
Cyrus will make her sixth appearance as "SNL" musical guest.

[04/24/21 - 10:03 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: NBC Tops Competitive Night
The network leads the evening in total viewers, shares demo honors with ABC and FOX.

[04/23/21 - 11:31 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 23
Updates include: ABC passes on Alec Baldwin/Kelsey Grammer-led comedy pilot; "Perry Mason," "The Flight Attendant" name new showrunners; and HBO Max's "Doom Patrol" casts five for new season.

[04/23/21 - 10:31 PM]
Video: "Alma Matters: Inside The IIT Dream" - Official Trailer - Netflix India
The IITs are the Indian version of the American dream that involves clearing the world's toughest public exam for guaranteed lifelong success.

[04/23/21 - 06:31 PM]
Video: "RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars" - Season 6 Coming Soon - Paramount+
A new season of "RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars" and "Untucked" are coming soon and will be streaming exclusively on Paramount+.

[04/23/21 - 03:54 PM]
The CW Slots "Nancy Drew" Spin-Off Pilot for Wednesday, May 12
As things begin to go haywire at The Claw, a striking stranger appears looking for Nancy (Kennedy McMann), and announces himself as the billionaire Tom Swift (guest star Tian Richards).

[04/23/21 - 12:20 PM]
HGTV, Food Network and TLC Delivered 16 Million Viewers in Primetime Sunday, April 18
Said trio helped Discovery, Inc. deliver 32% of women watching cable that Sunday.

[04/23/21 - 12:01 PM]
Steven Yeun Added to 93rd Oscars(R) Cast
The previously announced lineup includes Riz Ahmed, Angela Bassett, Halle Berry, Don Cheadle, Bryan Cranston, Viola Davis, Laura Dern, Harrison Ford, Bong Joon Ho, Regina King, Marlee Matlin, Rita Moreno, Joaquin Phoenix, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Renée Zellweger and Zendaya.

[04/23/21 - 11:32 AM]
CBS Renews "NCIS: Los Angeles," Orders "NCIS: Hawaii" for the 2021-22 Broadcast Season
The Eye confirmed both pickups on social media today.

[04/23/21 - 10:59 AM]
Starz in Development on "The Case of Cyntoia Brown" from Executive Producers Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and La La Anthony
Based on Cyntoia Brown-Long's book, the series tells the story of Cyntoia Brown-Long who was sex trafficked by a boyfriend, tried as an adult at 16 years old and sentenced to life in prison for aggravated robbery and first-degree murder.

[04/23/21 - 10:59 AM]
Video: "Lil Duval's Living My Best Life" Comedy Special - Official Trailer - ALLBLK
Filmed before a star-studded, live audience in Atlanta, Georgia - the hourlong special premieres this summer.

[04/23/21 - 10:49 AM]
"Gentefied" Season 2 Taps Quartet for Recurring Roles
Look for Melinna Bobadilla as Melinna Barragan; Clarissa Thibeaux as Bree Solano; Ivana Rojas as Sarai Damian; and Manuel Uriza as Ernesto Morales.

[04/23/21 - 10:05 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Charts in Total Viewers
The Alphabet also shares the demo honors with FOX and NBC.

[04/23/21 - 09:59 AM]
Bob Costas Returns to HBO with the Launch of "Back on the Record with Bob Costas"
The series, which will air four episodes each year, will be driven by in-depth interviews with the biggest names in sports, entertainment and popular culture, and discussions led by Costas that will address today's most topical sports issues.

[04/23/21 - 09:00 AM]
Disney Channel Orders Second Season of "Secrets of Sulphur Springs," The Riveting Mystery-Adventure Series
Since its January 15 premiere, the series has reached 8.4 million total viewers, ranked as the #1 series across all television with Girls 6-11, and the #1 live-action series on DisneyNow.

[04/23/21 - 08:59 AM]
HBO Max Renews Selena Gomez's Cooking Show "Selena + Chef" for a Third Season
In season three, Selena will continue her cooking adventures at home with a new roster of all-star chefs that will help her whip up delicious dishes.

[04/23/21 - 08:59 AM]
WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group Unites Adult Swim and HBO Max Adult Animation and Comedy Development Teams
The company has united the Adult Swim and HBO Max adult animation development teams under the leadership of Suzanna Makkos in her newly expanded role as executive vice president of original comedy and adult animation for both brands.

[04/23/21 - 08:28 AM]
Free-Diving Natural History Filmmaker, Patrick Dykstra Comes Face to Face with the Largest and Most Mysterious Creatures in the Ocean in New discovery+ Series "Chasing Ocean Giants"
Stream all eight episodes on Thursday, April 29 as a part of Discovery's month-long celebration of the Earth and all of the wildlife that call it home.

[04/23/21 - 08:02 AM]
Apple TV+ Announces New Music Docuseries "1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything"
Executive produced by Academy, BAFTA and Grammy Award winners Asif Kapadia and James Gay-Rees, the eight-part docuseries will premiere May 21 on Apple TV+.

[04/23/21 - 07:16 AM]
Two-Part Special of YouTube Originals "Super Sema," Africa's First Kid Superhero Animated Series, Premieres Today on World Book Day
YouTube Originals delivers a two-part special with Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o as the voice of Mama Dunia in the new animated series featuring a young superhero African girl named Sema.

[04/23/21 - 07:07 AM]
Ewan McGregor Plays "Halston" in a New Limited Series Premiering May 14
The Netflix project also features Krysta Rodriguez as Liza Minnelli, Rory Culkin as Joel Schumacher, Rebecca Dayan as Elsa Peretti, David Pittu as Joe Eula, and Gian Franco Rodriguez as Victor Hugo.

[04/22/21 - 11:26 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 22
Updates include: Maya Erskine lands role on "Obi-Wan Kenobi" at Disney+; HBO's 1980s Lakers project continues to expand cast; and Richard Lewis to return to "Curb Your Enthuiasm."

[04/22/21 - 03:30 PM]
Riz Ahmed and Viola Davis to Join 93rd Oscars(R) Cast
Ahmed and Davis round out the previously announced lineup that includes Angela Bassett, Halle Berry, Bong Joon Ho, Don Cheadle, Bryan Cranston, Laura Dern, Harrison Ford, Regina King, Marlee Matlin, Rita Moreno, Joaquin Phoenix, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Renée Zellweger and Zendaya.

[04/22/21 - 03:01 PM]
Video: Faith, Family, and Scandal - "Favorite Son" on BET+
Twin brothers in a gospel group struggle to find balance of life, love, faith, and religion while under the strict rule of their father, a megachurch Reverend.

[04/22/21 - 02:34 PM]
"Trying" Season 2 Launches May 21 on Apple TV+
The streaming service has pushed the show's return back a week from May 14.

[04/22/21 - 01:52 PM]
Sofia Alvarez to Adapt and Direct "Along for the Ride;" Emma Pasarow and Belmont Cameli to Star in Lead Roles
The Netfilx film is based on the YA novel of the same name from New York Times bestselling author Sarah Dessen.

[04/22/21 - 01:08 PM]
Spectrum Originals to Debut Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R) Nominated Team Robert and Michelle King's Series "The Bite" on May 21
The six-episode series follows the lives of two neighbors Rachel (Audra McDonald) and Lily (Taylor Schilling) as they embark on unprecedented times when a deadly new strain of a virus arrives.

[04/22/21 - 11:35 AM]
Video: "Stuck with You" - Season 2 - Official Trailer - An ALLBLK Original Series
The series returns to the streaming service on Thursday, May 6.

[04/22/21 - 11:02 AM]
Netflix Teams Up with Bubba Wallace for Documentary Series
The series follows NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace as he competes for the newly formed 23XI Racing team.

[04/22/21 - 11:01 AM]
Angelina Jolie in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," "Tenet," "In Treatment," New Dark Comedy Series "Hacks" and "Adventure Time: Distant Lands - Together Again" Arrive on HBO Max This May
Also on tap are a new season of "Gomorrah" and the Andrew Scott/Ruth Wilson-led film "Oslo."

[04/22/21 - 11:01 AM]
Bravo's "Summer House" Two-Part Reunion Begins Thursday, April 29th at 9:15 PM ET/PT
Host Andy Cohen sits down with Kyle Cooke, Amanda Batula, Lindsay Hubbard, Danielle Olivera, Carl Radke, Hannah Berner, Paige DeSorbo, Luke Gulbranson, and season newcomer Ciara Miller.

[04/22/21 - 10:02 AM]
Kouvr Annon, Nikita Dragun, Sienna Mae Gomez, Chase Hudson, Larri Merritt, Thomas Petrou, Alex Warren, and Jack Wright - a.k.a Hype House - Will Star in a New Unscripted Series for Netflix
The series will reveal a side of themselves (and their relationships) that we rarely see.

[04/22/21 - 10:01 AM]
Wednesday's Broadcast Ratings: "The Masked Singer" Expands to Victory for FOX
A full night of the reality competition puts the network on top in both total viewers and adults 18-49.

[04/22/21 - 09:03 AM]
Angie Harmon Joins New Lifetime Unscripted Series "Cellmate Secrets" Debuting Fridays During Network's First Annual "Summer of Secrets" Following Enhanced Versions of Lifetime Original Movies
The series reveals new insights and information as former friends, guards, cellmates and lovers give first-hand accounts of their time with the famed felons and defendants.

[04/22/21 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Max Orders Docuseries "Take Out," Chronicling the Cultural Contributions and Unique Stories of Asian Restaurants from Award-Winning Journalist Lisa Ling
The six-part series follows Ling as she takes viewers behind the counter and into the lives of the people and families who run some of America's over 45,000 Asian restaurants.

[04/22/21 - 09:00 AM]
Disney Channel Announces One Night Only Season One Marathon of Disney+ Original Series, "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series," on Saturday, May 8
The break-free, one-time-only marathon will also feature sneak peeks of season two, a new musical number performed by Nini and Ricky, special messages from and fun facts about the cast, fan-favorite "Buspool Karaoke" music videos and much more.

[04/22/21 - 08:54 AM]
Annie Murphy Returns to Television in the Groundbreaking New Series "Kevin Can F**k Himself" Sunday, June 13 on AMC+ and Sunday, June 20 on AMC
The remaining episodes will continue to debut on AMC+ one week ahead of the AMC linear airings on Sundays at 9:00/8:00c.

[04/22/21 - 08:00 AM]
The 90 Day Universe Sizzles with New Series, "90 Day: Foody Call" Streaming on discovery+ May 29
Expect a dash of sass and a lot of fun when couples from the franchise invite you into their kitchens and dish on recipes for relationship success, all while preparing traditional meals from their home countries.

[04/22/21 - 07:00 AM]
Video: "Fathom" - Official Trailer - Apple TV+
Watch as Dr. Michelle Fournet and Dr. Ellen Garland journey to opposite hemispheres on an undertaking as colossal as their humpback whale subjects - deciphering the complex communication of whales to uncover a culture in the oceans older than humankind.

[04/22/21 - 06:50 AM]
BET to Honor Earl "DMX" Simmons with Live Exclusive Coverage of His Homegoing Celebration and Special Programming on Sunday, April 25
In addition to the homegoing celebration, BET will air special programming that day to remember Simmons including a selection of films and documentaries starring or featuring the late recording artist and actor.

[04/22/21 - 06:17 AM]
"discovery+ Immersions" Launch Today with Special Long-Form, Premium Nature Programming in Celebration of Earth Day
The series features never-before seen footage from specials including "Sunrise Earth" and "North America," with 30-minute to 3-hour feeds focusing on animals and moments.

[04/22/21 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It" - Official Trailer - HBO Max
Starring Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Ruairi O'Connor, Sarah Catherine Hook, and Julian Hilliard, the film is coming June 4 to theaters and on HBO Max.

[04/22/21 - 06:00 AM]
Shudder Acquires Terrifying Thriller "The Boy Behind the Door"
The first feature from co-writers and directors Justin Powell and David Charbonier, the suspense thriller tells a gripping, powerful tale of survival and friendship in the face of evil.

[04/22/21 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "LOL: Last One Laughing" - Official Trailer - Prime Video Spain
Santiago Segura hosts the Spain-based incarnation of the series, due on May 14.

[04/22/21 - 01:01 AM]
Helena Bergstrom's Film "Dancing Queens" Premieres on Netflix June 3
The story centers around Dylan Pettersson (Molly Nutley), a 23 year old girl from a small island in the Bohuslän archipelago with big dancing aspirations.

[04/21/21 - 11:14 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, April 21
Updates include: "Floor Is Lava," "Master of None" to return to Netflix; FOX's "Fantasy Island" reboot casts pair; and Ione Skye to visit NBC's "La Brea."

[04/21/21 - 01:44 PM]
Disney and Sony Pictures Entertainment Announce Unprecedented Post-Pay 1 Content Licensing Agreement
The deal covers theatrical releases from 2022-2026 and begins for each film following its Pay 1 TV window.

[04/21/21 - 01:02 PM]
"Robot Chicken" Takes on Riverdale High with "The Bleepin' Robot Chicken Archie Comics Special" on May 23
In the half-hour special, Archie faces the action-packed return of Josie and the Pussycats from outer space to Riverdale in this animated comedy.

[04/21/21 - 01:00 PM]
OWN's Peabody Award-Winning Drama "David Makes Man" Set to Premiere Tuesday, June 22nd at 9p ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
Season two finds David in his 30s (played by Kwame Patterson), a rising businessman facing an opportunity that will change him and his community forever.







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[12/17/24 - 03:31 PM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in All Key Demos for the Week of Dec. 9 Versus CBS' "After Midnight" and NBC's "Late Night With Seth Meyers"
"Nightline" posted double-digit gains week to week across the board: Total Viewers (+16% - 840,000 vs. 725,000), Adults 25-54 (+76% - 215,000 vs. 122,000) and Adults 18-49 (+90% - 129,000 vs. 68,000).

[12/17/24 - 03:30 PM]
ABC News Studios Announces "Manhunt: Luigi Mangione and the CEO Murder - A Special Edition of 20/20," Airing Dec. 19 at 10:01 P.M. EST on ABC
The one-hour film takes a deep dive into a story that riveted the nation, providing a minute-by-minute investigation of the cold-blooded execution of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the shocking social media backlash that turned the alleged murderer into a folk hero for some.

[12/17/24 - 12:20 PM]
BET Announces Premiere of "BET Year in Black 2024," Presented by Ford - An Entertaining Recap of the Year's Most Unforgettable Moments in Black Culture
The special will premiere on Sunday, December 29 at 7 PM ET/PT, with an encore airing on Monday, December 30 at 10 PM ET/PT on BET and BET HER.

[12/17/24 - 12:02 PM]
Apple's Acclaimed Hit Comedy "Bad Monkey" Lands Season Two Renewal
"Since 'Bad Monkey' first made its debut on Apple TV+, this highly entertaining series became an instant fan favorite," said Matt Cherniss, head of programming for Apple TV+.

[12/17/24 - 12:00 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Dec. 15: "Carry-On" Lifts Off and "Black Doves" Fly High in Netflix's Top 10 This Week
Jamie Foxx's stand-up special "What Had Happened Was..." hit No. 2 (8.2 million views), and "Dead to Me" creator Liz Feldman's new murder mystery "No Good Deed" landed at No. 3 (6 million views).

[12/17/24 - 11:12 AM]
"Abbott Elementary" Holiday Special Delivers Glad Tidings - Rising +129% in Total Viewers and +410% in Adults 18-49 over Initial Live+Same Day Audience
After seven days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms, the "Abbott Elementary" holiday special "Winter Show" delivered holiday cheer, jumping to 6.66 million Total Viewers and 2.14 rating in Adults 18-49.

[12/17/24 - 11:01 AM]
Two New Levels Unlocked - Largest Debut for a New Animated Series and a Season 2 of "Secret Level"!
Prime Video confirmed the news on social media this morning.

[12/17/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: New Netflix Featurette Uncovers the Making of "American Primeval"
Shot on location in New Mexico, the limited series is a fictionalized dramatization and examination of the violent collision of culture, religion, and community as men and women fight and die to keep or claim the lands that make up the brutal frontier of 1857.

[12/17/24 - 10:01 AM]
"IHeartradio Jingle Ball 2024" Broadcast Lineup Announced
Hosted by Ryan Seacrest and Elvis Duran, the special features this year's biggest artists, including Katy Perry, twenty one pilots, Tate McRae, Meghan Trainor, Teddy Swims, T-Pain, Benson Boone, Gracie Abrams, Madison Beer, Kane Brown, Paris Hilton, The Kid LAROI, Shaboozey and NCT Dream.

[12/17/24 - 09:00 AM]
Video: "Henry Danger The Movie" - Official Trailer - Paramount+
After meeting Kid Danger superfan Missy Martin and being pulled into a portal that opens alternate realities, Henry and his inexperienced new sidekick must find their way back to Dystopia... or be trapped forever.

[12/17/24 - 08:50 AM]
Video: Watch the Trailer for "Ghosts'" Newest Hour-Long "Ghostsmas" Special, Airing Thursday, Dec. 19 on CBS
In the one-hour special, a leaky water heater mishap threatens to ruin holiday plans as Sam and Jay prepare to host Jay's hard-to-please dad, Mahesh (Bernard White), difficult-to-impress mom, Champa (Sakina Jaffrey), and sister Bela (Punam Patel).

[12/17/24 - 08:09 AM]
Max Celebrates the Return of the HBO Original Series "The White Lotus" with an Exclusive Wellness Retreat and Brand Partnerships
Efforts kick off on Wednesday, February 5, with The White Lotus at Four Seasons, Presented by American Express - an exclusive luxury wellness retreat that captures the essence of this upcoming season's hotel and spa in Thailand.

[12/17/24 - 08:05 AM]
TBS Sets Premiere Date for Re-Imagined Reality Hoax "The Joe Schmo Show" for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 9PM ET/PT
Hosted by Cat Deeley, the show-within-a show takes aim at the absurdity of reality TV by making Ben, an electrician from Baltimore, believe he is competing for a chance to win $100,000 on a popular game show when he is, in fact, surrounded by a cast of highly skilled improv comedians.

[12/17/24 - 08:02 AM]
Netflix Announces Knockout New Sports Series on Mike Tyson
Known as the youngest heavyweight champion in history (at the age of 20 in 1986), Tyson's legacy extends far beyond the ropes of the boxing ring, cementing him as one of the most compelling and polarizing figures of our time.

[12/17/24 - 08:01 AM]
Paramount Adds "The Big Bang Theory" to Nick at Nite and MTV Lineups
Both brands will kick off their debut with marathon stunts tailored to their audiences.