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[09/24/21 - 11:22 PM]
Development Update: Friday, September 24
Updates include: MGM, WWE team for potential "American Gladiators" revival; Patricia Arquette to star in Showtime's "Love Canal"; and NBC's "The Thing About Pam" fill outs cast.

[09/24/21 - 09:24 PM]
New Magnolia Network Original Content to Debut Exclusively on discovery+ and the Magnolia App
Titles premiering on Magnolia Network in October include new series "In with the Old" and "Art in Bloom with Helen Dealtry."

[09/24/21 - 02:41 PM]
discovery+ and ID Highlights - Weeks of October 4, October 11 and October 18
Newcomers to the streamer include "The Prison Breaker" and "Finding Andrea."

[09/24/21 - 01:00 PM]
New Hulu Original "Wild Crime," A Docuseries from ABC News, Chronicles Criminal Investigations Within the National Park System Through the Eyes of Its Special Agents and Rangers
The first installment of the series will debut exclusively on Hulu on Tuesday, September 28, with one episode dropping each night through Friday, October 1.

[09/24/21 - 12:34 PM]
discovery+ Announces Second Season of "Naked and Afraid of Love"
Each Sunday, a new episode drops culminating in the reunion hosted by "Naked and Afraid" veteran Jake Nodar on November 7.

[09/24/21 - 12:00 PM]
HBO Max Renews Comedy Series "The Other Two" for a Third Season
The 10-episode second season premiered on August 26, with the season finale dropping yesterday on HBO Max.

[09/24/21 - 11:30 AM]
Mo McRae, Callie Hernandez and JJ Soria Join the Season Two Cast of the Max Original Series "The Flight Attendant" as Series Regulars
Plus: Cheryl Hines, Jessie Ennis, Mae Martin, Margaret Cho, Santiago Cabrera and Shohreh Aghdashloo are joining the cast as recurring guest stars.

[09/24/21 - 11:15 AM]
NBC Orders Multi-Camera Comedy "Night Court" to Series
Melissa Rauch and John Larroquette star in the follow-up series, from writer Dan Rubin and director Pamela Fryman.

[09/24/21 - 09:45 AM]
FOX Entertainment Launches International Unscripted Format Fund to Identify Intellectual Property for Global Market
The fund will invest in and develop internationally originated unscripted program concepts ranging from reality-competition and variety series to dating and other genres for provincial networks and platforms.

[09/24/21 - 09:41 AM]
FX Announces Its New York Comic Con 2021 Lineup Featuring "Y: The Last Man" and "What We Do in the Shadows"
Featuring moderated Q&A panels with key cast and creatives, attendees will also be treated to special advance screening and freebies at each panel.

[09/24/21 - 09:38 AM]
Jeff Davis Reunites with MTV Entertainment Studios for "Teen Wolf" Original Movie Exclusively for Paramount+ as Part of New Overall Deal
Under the partnership, Davis will write and executive produce a "Teen Wolf" movie with talks underway with the original cast, an all-new series "Wolf Pack," and will serve as showrunner and director for the pilot of the previously-announced live-action reboot "Æon Flux," for Paramount+.

[09/24/21 - 09:32 AM]
Todd Hoffman Returns to Discovery Determined to Hit the Motherlode in All-New Series "Hoffman Family Gold" (W/T)
The all-new series is set to debut early 2022 on Discovery and streaming on discovery+.

[09/24/21 - 09:01 AM]
Irreverent Kiwi Comedy "Good Grief" Streams Thursday, September 30 on Sundance Now
It will be followed by the North American broadcast premiere on IFC beginning October 4.

[09/24/21 - 08:38 AM]
HBO Casts Seven in "House of the Dragon," Coming in 2022
Ryan Corr, Jefferson Hall, David Horovitch, Graham McTavish, Matthew Needham, Bill Paterson, and Gavin Spokes are among the latest additions.

[09/24/21 - 08:13 AM]
Animal Planet's Fan-Favorite Series "The Zoo" Returns for Fifth Season Full of Heart-Felt Homecomings, New Additions to the Bronx Zoo Family and More
Season five kicks off with a special two-hour premiere on Saturday, October 9 at 8:00/7:00c.

[09/24/21 - 07:16 AM]
Russell T Davies to Return as "Doctor Who" Showrunner
Davies will make an explosive return to screens to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of "Doctor Who" in 2023, and series beyond.

[09/24/21 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Attack of the Hollywood Cliches!" - Official Trailer - Netflix
One-man armies, meet-cutes, casual strolls away from huge explosions - stars and industry insiders toast and roast these cinematic chestnuts and more.

[09/24/21 - 06:00 AM]
Nickelodeon Orders Additional Season Four Episodes of pocket.watch's Hit Preschool Series "Ryan's Mystery Playdate"
Titled "Ryan's Mystery Playdate: Level Up," the new season four episodes will debut with a week of premieres Monday, Sept. 27-Thursday, Sept. 30, at 12 p.m. (ET/PT).

[09/24/21 - 04:53 AM]
Video: "Blue Period" - Official Trailer - Netflix Anime
Bored with life, popular high schooler Yatora Yaguchi jumps into the beautiful yet unrelenting world of art after finding inspiration in a painting.

[09/24/21 - 04:40 AM]
FX and Hulu to Debut New Documentary Film The New York Times Presents "Controlling Britney Spears"
The follow-up to "Framing Britney Spears" premieres tonight (Friday, September 24) at 10:00/9:00c.

[09/23/21 - 11:16 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, September 23
Updates include: Netflix's "Derry Girls" to end with third season; Jaden Michael to lead Amazon's "Shelter" pilot; and Jensen Ackles to helm an upcoming episode of The CW's "Walker."

[09/23/21 - 07:02 PM]
"The Raincoat Killer: Chasing a Predator in Korea" - Series Documents the Crimes Committed by Heinous Serial Killer Yoo Young-chul Coming October 22nd
The series is produced by award-winning Asian production company Beach House Pictures, a Blue Ant Studios company.

[09/23/21 - 01:31 PM]
Max Original Documentary Series "The Way Down: God, Greed, and the Cult of Gwen Shamblin" Debuts September 30
Directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Marina Zenovich, the five-episode documentary series from Ross Dinerstein's Campfire Studios and Huntley Productions examines the controversial Remnant Fellowship Church and its founder, the late Gwen Shamblin Lara.

[09/23/21 - 01:00 PM]
New on Hulu: Fall TV Premieres Available Next Day
The streamer recaps its new and returning offerings from ABC, FOX and NBC.

[09/23/21 - 12:34 PM]
EPIX(R) to Premiere "NFL Icons" Docuseries
Debuting on October 2 at 10:00/9:00c and airing weekly, the series celebrates the biggest names in the history of pro football.

[09/23/21 - 12:01 PM]
HBO Max Orders Three-Part Documentary Celebrating DC's History and Legacy
The documentary series takes an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as well as the iconic comic book company's origins, its evolution and its nearly nine-decade cultural impact across every artistic medium.

[09/23/21 - 11:31 AM]
Video: "Vince Carter: Legacy" - Official Trailer - Crackle
"Vince Carter: Legacy" explores the transformation of the NBA's longest career athlete, Vince Carter, from dunking into history, playing through the pain, and evolving to create a legacy unlike any player before him.

[09/23/21 - 11:30 AM]
The Series Premiere of the New Comedy "Ghosts" Will Now Have a One-Hour Debut, Oct. 7
The move bumps the second season premiere of "B Positive" by one week, to Thursday, October 14.

[09/23/21 - 11:10 AM]
TNT's "Claws" Returns for Fourth and Final Season on Sunday, December 26, at 9:00pm ET/PT
Additionally, an early sneak of the final season's first episode will air on December 17 during TBS' weekly talk show series, "Friday Night Vibes," hosted by Tiffany Haddish with co-host Deon Cole.

[09/23/21 - 11:05 AM]
Apple TV+ Launches Companion Podcast for Highly Anticipated Original Series "Foundation"
Hosted by Jason Concepcion and featuring "Foundation" showrunner and executive producer David S. Goyer, each episode of the podcast will welcome creative talent for a deeper exploration into the making of each of the series' episodes.

[09/23/21 - 10:40 AM]
Lifetime Amps Up Unscripted Slate with Greenlights of Three New Series
The robust slate includes the life-altering plastic surgery transformation series, "My Killer Body with K. Michelle," new dating series "Five Guys a Week" and family docuseries, "Leave it to Geege," following a sassy southern mother from Emmy-winning World of Wonder.

[09/23/21 - 10:08 AM]
Ayo Davis Named President of Disney Branded Television
Davis most recently served as Executive Vice President, Creative Development and Strategy of Disney Branded Television, overseeing scripted and unscripted series, movies and specials targeted to kids, teens and families.

[09/23/21 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "The Orville: New Horizons" - Date Announcement - Hulu
New home. New missions. "The Orville: New Horizons" arrives March 10, 2022.

[09/23/21 - 10:00 AM]
Shudder to Premiere Psychological Thriller "Dead & Beautiful" Thursday, November 4
The film, which is written and directed by David Verbeek, is also set to play at Fantastic Fest in Austin, TX on Saturday, September 25.

[09/23/21 - 09:45 AM]
TNT's "AEW: Dynamite" Moves to TBS in 2022
Additionally, in 2022, "AEW: Rampage," which features the world-renowned stars of AEW, will continue to air Fridays on TNT.

[09/23/21 - 09:32 AM]
Showtime Revives Original "Dexter" Podcast with Launch of "Dexter: New Blood Wrap-Up with Scott Reynolds," Ahead of TV Series Premiere
The podcast - which will be available everywhere - will launch Friday, October 1, and will continue its spree with new episodes every Tuesday for 16 weeks.

[09/23/21 - 09:31 AM]
Watch the Latest Episodes from Apple TV+ Three Hours Earlier This Week
The streamer's latest offerings - including the premieres of "Foundation" and "Wolfboy and the Everything Factory" - will be available tonight (Thursday, September 23) at 9pm EST/6pm PST.

[09/23/21 - 09:15 AM]
TBS Greenlights Seventh Season of Emmy-Award-Winning Late-Night Series "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee"
Moving to Thursday nights beginning January 2022, "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee" remains a trailblazing force in late-night, continuing to use political satire to entertain, educate, and empower viewers while keeping the government in check.

[09/23/21 - 09:08 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Reveals Trailers for Upcoming Original Series for Kids and Families, "Puppy Place" and "Get Rolling with Otis"
Based on Scholastic's best-selling book series written by Ellen Miles, "Puppy Place" chronicles the adventures of dog-loving siblings, Charles and Lizzie Peterson, and the puppy pals they foster in search of forever homes.

[09/23/21 - 09:03 AM]
Video: "Jacinta" Trailer - Official Trailer
An intimate portrait of mothers and daughters, the effects of trauma and a young woman's fight for her future.

[09/23/21 - 09:01 AM]
New Multi-Hour Special "Dear Earth" Kicks Off YouTube Originals' October Sustainability Slate
During today's TCA session, Susanne Daniels, YouTube's Global Head of Original Content, announced "Dear Earth," a global, multi-hour celebration of the planet featuring a wide-range of global leaders.

[09/23/21 - 09:00 AM]
Additional Stars of Stage and Screen Announced to Appear on "The Tony Awards(R) Present: Broadway's Back!," Live from the Winter Garden Theatre in New York City, Sunday, Sept. 26 on CBS and Paramount+
Previously announced artists appearing on the show include Annaleigh Ashford, Kristin Chenoweth, André De Shields, Jake Gyllenhaal, Christopher Jackson, Audra McDonald, Idina Menzel, Ruthie Ann Miles, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bebe Neuwirth, Leslie Odom Jr., Kelli O'Hara, Ben Platt, Jeremy Pope, Chita Rivera, Daphne Rubin-Vega and BD Wong.

[09/23/21 - 08:04 AM]
Video: Apple's "Acapulco," A New Spanish-and English-Language Series Starring Eugenio Derbez, Debuts Trailer Ahead of Global Premiere on October 8
"Acapulco" tells the story of twenty-something Máximo Gallardo (Enrique Arrizon), whose dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime as a cabana boy at the hottest resort in Acapulco.

[09/23/21 - 08:03 AM]
Video: It's Time to Fright the Frights in the New "Muppets Haunted Mansion" Trailer, Streaming Exclusively on Disney+ October 8
Starring in the special alongside fan-favorite Muppets, are Will Arnett (as The Ghost Host), Yvette Nicole Brown (as The Hearse Driver), Darren Criss (as The Caretaker), and Taraji P. Henson (as The Bride).

[09/23/21 - 08:00 AM]
Video: Amazon Prime Video Releases Official Trailer for "I Know What You Did Last Summer"
One year after the fatal car accident that haunted their graduation night, a group of teenagers find themselves bound together by a dark secret and stalked by a brutal killer.

[09/23/21 - 07:47 AM]
"Dune," "The Many Saints of Newark," The Third Season of "Succession," and the Final Season of "Insecure" Arrive on HBO Max This October
Also on tap are the second season of romantic comedy anthology series "Love Life," the third season of "Selena + Chef," the three-part mini-series event "Aquaman: King of Atlantis," and the second season of the unscripted series "We're Here."

[09/23/21 - 07:02 AM]
"Tiger King 2" Leads Pack of Upcoming Netflix Documentaries Exploring Crimes, Cons, and Scams
Also due on the streamer: "The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman," "The Tinder Swindler," "Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King" and "Bad Vegan."

[09/23/21 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Karma's World" Trailer - Netflix Futures
"Karma's World" follows Karma Grant, an aspiring musical artist and rapper with big talent and an even bigger heart.

[09/23/21 - 06:30 AM]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment's Screen Media Acquires Alien Invasion Holiday Horror Film "Black Friday"
The film stars Bruce Campbell, Devon Sawa, Ivana Baquero, and Michael Jai White.

[09/23/21 - 06:00 AM]
Video: "The Electrical Life of Louis Wain" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain (Benedict Cumberbatch), whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public's perception of cats forever.







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[12/04/24 - 12:45 PM]
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Every day, for 12 days, AXS TV puts the spotlight on festive concerts, artist interviews, classic holiday music videos, and beloved Christmas movies.

[12/04/24 - 11:21 AM]
"The Agency" Delivers the Most Streamed New Series in Showtime History with 5.1M Global Viewers
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[12/04/24 - 11:03 AM]
"RuPaul's Drag Race" Ruveals the New Queens of Season 17, Premiering Friday, January 3rd at 8:00 PM ET/PT on MTV
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[12/04/24 - 11:01 AM]
T.R. Knight, Alex Breaux, Gabrielle Nevaeh & More Join "Stranger Things: The First Shadow" on Broadway
The play will begin performances Friday, March 28 and officially open Tuesday, April 22 at Broadway's Marquis Theatre (210 West 46th Street).

[12/04/24 - 11:00 AM]
Video: AMC Networks Releases Fiery Key Art and New Teaser for Season Two of "Anne Rice's Mayfair Witches" Premiering January 5 on AMC and AMC+
Season two continues the journey of Rowan Mayfair (Alexandra Daddario) after she has unwittingly given birth to the demon Lasher (Jack Huston).

[12/04/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Julia's Stepping Stones" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Throughout her career, pioneering filmmaker, the late Julia Reichert, gave voice to the voiceless.

[12/04/24 - 10:00 AM]
Coldplay, SEVENTEEN, Teddy Swims and Tyla to Perform on the 2024 Billboard Music Awards
Hosted by actress and comedian Michelle Buteau, the 2024 BBMAs airs live on Thursday, December 12 at 8:00pm ET/PT on FOX and Amazon's Fire TV Channels, and on-demand on Paramount+, with performances also rolling out across Billboard.com and via BBMAs and Billboard social media channels.

[12/04/24 - 09:15 AM]
Marlon Wayans Set to Guest Star in CBS' "Poppa's House" Alongside Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr.
Marlon will play Poppa's brother Melvin, a bit of a ne'er do well who comes to visit the family with a new business idea.

[12/04/24 - 09:10 AM]
"Saturday Night's Main Event" Heading to San Antonio Jan. 25 In Primetime on NBC
The special will be held at Frost Bank Center - home of the NBA's San Antonio Spurs - in San Antonio, Texas.

[12/04/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Peacock Debuts Trailer for Upcoming Original Special "Paris & Nicole: The Encore"
Two decades after exploding onto the scene with their pop-culture-defining reality TV debut, BFFs Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie return to the small screen in an all-new format.

[12/04/24 - 08:31 AM]
Video: "Selling the City" - Official Trailer - Netflix
From the creators of "Selling Sunset" and "Selling the OC" comes "Selling the City," a new series following a dynamic group of no-nonsense, kickass agents at Douglas Elliman as they navigate the cutthroat world of luxury real estate in New York City.

[12/04/24 - 08:01 AM]
Hit HGTV Series "Fixer to Fabulous" Starring Dave and Jenny Marrs Returns for a New Season on Tuesday, Jan. 7, at 8 p.m. ET/PT
Throughout the 16 new episodes, the Marrs will rely on Dave's construction and woodworking expertise and Jenny's flair for design to deliver impactful transformations for families in their hometown of Bentonville, Arkansas - all while juggling their busy life with five kids and a farm full of animals.

[12/04/24 - 08:00 AM]
Video: "Die Hart 3: Hart to Kill" - Official Trailer - The Roku Channel
After his latest film flops harder than a boiled peanut, Kevin's search for dramatic acclaim leads him to legendary filmmaker Jackson Pepper.

[12/04/24 - 08:00 AM]
"New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash" Adds Parker McCollum to the Performance Lineup, Ringing in the New Year Live from Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, Dec. 31 on CBS
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Parker McCollum will take the stage to perform his biggest hits, with special appearances by Cody Alan and Caylee Hammack.

[12/04/24 - 07:31 AM]
Netflix Unveils All New "Squid Game" Merchandise and Brand Collaborations Ahead of Season 2
"Bringing Season 2 to life through new lifestyle products, in-person experiences and more has been just as exciting as watching Squid Game for the first time," said Josh Simon, Vice President of Consumer Products, Netflix.