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[01/19/22 - 11:41 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, January 19
Updates include: ABC's "L.A. Law" revival casts trio; Chase Sui Wonders to star in Apple's "City on Fire"; and Fra Fee, Briana Middleton board "Beauty and the Beast" prequel series at Disney+.

[01/19/22 - 03:00 PM]
Anime Adaptation of Beloved Sega Video Game, "Shenmue the Animation" Set to Premiere on Adult Swim and Crunchyroll February 5, 2022
The English dubbed version will air in North America on Toonami, Adult Swim's signature anime block, and Crunchyroll will stream the subtitled version worldwide outside of Japan and China.

[01/19/22 - 02:48 PM]
ESPN's MegaCast Draws More Than 23.1 Million Viewers for the Los Angeles Rams' Decisive Victory Over the Arizona Cardinals
The audience peaked at 27.9 million viewers as the Rams led 21-0 in the second quarter (9:30 - 9:45 p.m.).

[01/19/22 - 02:22 PM]
discovery+ Speeds Ahead with Famed Luxury Car Company Radford Motors in New Two-Hour Special, "Radford Returns"
The two-hour special follows the rebirth of the iconic British car company at the hands of a team of car enthusiasts, each tasked with recreating their own version of Lotus' Type 62, a high-performing sports vehicle.

[01/19/22 - 12:33 PM]
"America's Got Talent: Extreme" Will Premiere Monday, Feb. 21 on NBC
The previously scheduled "American Song Contest" will now launch on Monday, March 21.

[01/19/22 - 12:31 PM]
TLC, The Definitive Destination for Unforgettable Medical Transformation Programming, Announces Two New Limited Series: "Stuck" and "Body Parts"
"Stuck" will debut on Wednesday, February 16 at 10:00/9:00c following the return of "Dr. Pimple Popper."

[01/19/22 - 11:30 AM]
Stars Have the Time of Their Lives on the All-New Celebrity Dance Competition "The Real Dirty Dancing," Premiering Tuesday, February 1, on FOX
The series follows eight celebrities - Brie Bella, Corbin Bleu, Tyler Cameron, Cat Cora, Howie Dorough, Antonio Gates, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and Loni Love - as they fully immerse themselves in the ultimate "Dirty Dancing" experience.

[01/19/22 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "Aziz Ansari: Nightclub Comedian" - Official Trailer - Netflix Comedy Special
After another year of lockdowns, Aziz takes the stage to skewer pandemic life, quarantines, vaccine cards, celebrity side-gigs, smartphones and more.

[01/19/22 - 10:13 AM]
London Mystery Series, "The Chelsea Detective," Starring Adrian Scarborough Premieres March 7 on Acorn TV
New episodes of the contemporary, four-part UK drama will premiere every Monday through March 28.

[01/19/22 - 10:01 AM]
Video: Showtime Releases Official Trailer and Key Art for "We Need to Talk About Cosby," From Emmy Winner W. Kamau Bell
All episodes will be available across all Showtime streaming and VOD platforms on January 30.

[01/19/22 - 10:01 AM]
"Griselda" - Sofia Vergara First Look and Additional Cast Announcement
"Griselda" is inspired by the savvy and ambitious Colombian businesswoman, Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history.

[01/19/22 - 10:00 AM]
Video: "LOL: Last One Laughing Canada" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
The six-part competition series pits 10 of the best comedic talents against each other in a showdown, where anything can happen.

[01/19/22 - 09:01 AM]
Nickelodeon and Time Announce Top Five Honorees and Finalists for Second Annual "Kid of the Year"
The special will simulcast across Nickelodeon, TeenNick and Nicktoons on Wednesday, February 9 at 7:30/6:30c.

[01/19/22 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Three Songs for Benazir" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Newly married and living in a displacement camp, an Afghan man struggles to balance his dream of joining the national army with family responsibilities.

[01/19/22 - 09:01 AM]
Food Network's Seasonal Competitions Return with "Spring Baking Championship" and Premiere of "Spring Baking Championship: Easter"
Premiering Monday, February 28, Molly Yeh brings her passion for baking as host of "Spring Baking Championship," as she challenges the best bakers in America to create and elevate springtime desserts through 10 episodes.

[01/19/22 - 08:31 AM]
Video: "Secrets of Summer" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A remote Argentine resort revives its wakeboarding competition, drawing in Mexican athlete Steffi, who is determined to uncover a family secret.

[01/19/22 - 08:08 AM]
HGTV Home Reno Stars Bring the Heat to Charleston in New Season of Hit Competition Series "Rock the Block"
Returning to HGTV and discovery+ on Monday, February 28, this time out of the Greater Charleston, South Carolina area, the series again will be hosted by popular carpenter, craftsman and design expert Ty Pennington.

[01/19/22 - 08:02 AM]
"Yellowjackets" Completes Smashing First Season on Showtime
The series has averaged over 5 million weekly viewers across platforms.

[01/19/22 - 07:59 AM]
WarnerMedia Kids & Family Bolsters "Craig of the Creek" Animated Franchise with Two New Project Greenlights and a Fifth Season Pickup for HBO Max and Cartoon Network
Project greenlights include a preschool spinoff series, "Jessica's Big Little World," and an original animated movie, "Craig of the Creek: The Movie," plus a season five series renewal.

[01/19/22 - 07:35 AM]
The Ton Is Abuzz in 2022 with First Looks at "Bridgerton" Season 2
In keeping with the tradition of the novels, season two tells the romance story of Lord Anthony Bridgerton's quest for love.

[01/19/22 - 07:31 AM]
Video: Enter the Heart of the Storm Starz Releases Trailer and Key Art for "Outlander" Season Six
The highly-anticipated return of the epic series will launch with an extended episode, picking up shortly after from traumatizing events that took place at the end of season five.

[01/19/22 - 07:30 AM]
Bravo Renews Emmy Award-Nominated "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" Through 2023
"My WWHL team rose to every challenge of the pandemic, and getting to do WWHL for two more years is the ultimate reward. We're still having a ball making our show - whether our guests are virtual or in studio!" said Cohen.

[01/19/22 - 07:10 AM]
ESPN Films Latest 30 for 30 Documentary "The Tuck Rule" to Premiere February 6
Directed by Ken Rodgers and Nick Mascolo, the documentary examines one of the most controversial plays in sports history, twenty years after it took place.

[01/19/22 - 07:07 AM]
Prime Video's Most Anticipated New Series of 2022 Reveals Its Title - "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power"
The multi-season drama will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries around the world in multiple languages on Friday, September 2, with new episodes available weekly.

[01/19/22 - 07:01 AM]
Academy Award Winners Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway Star in New Apple Original Limited Series "WeCrashed," Premiering Globally March 18, 2022
The series will premiere globally on Apple TV+ with the first three episodes on March 18, followed by new weekly installments, each Friday during its eight-episode season through April 22.

[01/19/22 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Tall Girl 2" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Landing the lead in the school musical is a dream come true for Jodi, until the pressure sends her confidence - and her relationship - into a tailspin.

[01/19/22 - 05:08 AM]
Legends of Rock Music, Beloved TV Icons and the Powerful Stories of the Tragic Station Nightclub Fire Make February 2022 Premieres All New Originals
"America's Deadliest Rock Concert: The Guest List" and "I Love Lucy: The Unknown Story" are among Reelz's highlights for next month.

[01/19/22 - 02:05 AM]
Filming Begins on Final Series of "Happy Valley," as New and Returning Cast Are Announced
Sarah Lancashire returns to her iconic role of Sergeant Catherine Cawood for six new episodes, long discussed by Sally Wainwright and Sarah Lancashire as the final chapter of the "Happy Valley" story.

[01/18/22 - 11:28 PM]
Development Update: Monday-Tuesday, January 17-18
Updates include: "Bull" to end after six seasons on CBS; FOX passes on "The Last Policeman" drama pilot; and HBO's "The White Lotus" fill out season two cast.

[01/18/22 - 10:01 PM]
Video: "Forecasting Love and Weather" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Inside a national weather service, love proves just as difficult to predict as rain or shine for a diligent forecaster and her free-spirited co-worker.

[01/18/22 - 07:01 PM]
Video: "AI Love You" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After a software glitch causes an advanced AI program to fall in love with a young woman, it escapes into the body of a man and tries to win her heart.

[01/18/22 - 01:30 PM]
"NCIS: Hawai'i" to Air Part One of a Two-Part Episode Immediately Following the AFC Divisional Playoff Game, Sunday, Jan. 23 on CBS
Part two airs the following night in the series' regular time period, Monday, January 24 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

[01/18/22 - 01:01 PM]
"Saturday Night Live" Continues Live in January with Back-to-Back Shows
Will Forte is on tap to host this Saturday, January 22 followed by Willem Dafoe on January 29.

[01/18/22 - 01:00 PM]
Paramount+ Announces Premiere Dates and Additional Seasons for "Star Trek" Universe Series
"Four years ago, we made a promise to grow 'Star Trek' into something it had never been before, and thanks to the incredibly hard work done by our many talented showrunners, writers, and directors, along with the extraordinary support of CBS Studios and Paramount+, we're keeping our word," said Alex Kurtzman.

[01/18/22 - 12:34 PM]
The Toughest Culinary Competition Is Back with Double the Chefs and Double the Battles on "Tournament of Champions III"
This year, the toughest bracket-style tournament is supersized with two-hour long episodes and 32 of the country's most talented chefs going head-to-head to win the largest prize in the tournament's history.

[01/18/22 - 12:15 PM]
"The 64th Annual Grammy Awards" Will Air Sunday, April 3, Live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas
The show moved from its original date of January 31 amid growing concerns surrounding the Omicron variant.

[01/18/22 - 11:51 AM]
Video: "Double Cross" Season 3 - Official Trailer - An ALLBLK Original Series
Erica and Eric Cross are the "Wonder Twins" that decide to take matters into their own hands after a sudden rise of sex trafficking in their neighborhood.

[01/18/22 - 11:36 AM]
"Love Off the Grid" Premieres Sunday, January 30 on discovery+
Four couples think they have found "the one," with one problem: one partner lives completely off the grid - no running water, no electricity and no civilization in sight.

[01/18/22 - 11:16 AM]
Season Two of "American Detective with Lt. Joe Kenda" Begins Streaming on discovery+ on Wednesday, January 26
With a 92% solve rate, Joe Kenda is one of the most experienced and successful homicide detectives in the country.

[01/18/22 - 11:13 AM]
PBS Kids Announces New Series, "Work It Out Wombats!" Debuting Winter 2023
The series stars Malik, Zadie, and Zeke - three energetic and creative marsupial siblings who live with their grandmother in her treehouse apartment complex.

[01/18/22 - 11:12 AM]
"Arthur" Celebrates 25th Anniversary on PBS Kids with Special Marathon and Big Reveal
The four brand-new episodes will air on PBS stations (check local listings) and stream free on PBS Kids on February 21, concluding the show's 25th and final television season.

[01/18/22 - 11:12 AM]
Bravo's "Vanderpump Rules" Two-Part Reunion Begins Tuesday, January 25 at 9PM ET/PT
Then look for the conclusion on Wednesday, January 26 at 9:00/8:00c.

[01/18/22 - 11:11 AM]
PBS Showcases Rich Collection of Stories to Celebrate Black History Month
Lauding the victories and recognizing cultural contributions and sacrifices, these programs will unearth remarkable stories of African Americans across generations, from the famous to the lesser-known.

[01/18/22 - 11:10 AM]
PBS and BBC Studios Announce New Series, "The Story of Hip-Hop with Chuck D" (w.t.)
Chuck D, legendary artist, activist and co-founder of Public Enemy and Prophets of Rage, will also feature in the production.

[01/18/22 - 11:09 AM]
"Great Performances" Presents Exclusive Look Inside Broadway Revival of Company in New PBS Documentary
Filmed over two years, the broadcast takes an inside look at Tony-winning director Marianne Elliott's creative process of bringing the reimagined gender-swapped production to Broadway during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a cast including Tony and Grammy winner Katrina Lenk and two-time Tony and two-time Grammy winner Patti LuPone.

[01/18/22 - 11:08 AM]
PBS Announces "The Green Planet"
Produced in partnership with the BBC Studios' Natural History Unit, "The Green Planet" premieres Wednesdays, July 6-August 3, 2022, 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS Video app.

[01/18/22 - 11:07 AM]
PBS and "American Experience" Announce "Taken Hostage"
Premiering Monday-Tuesday, November 14-15, 2022, 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS Video app, "Taken Hostage" is a film by Robert Stone.

[01/18/22 - 11:06 AM]
PBS and Maryland Public Television Announce Two New Documentaries
Produced by MPT in association with Firelight Films, "Becoming Frederick Douglass" and "Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom" are executive produced by Firelight founder Stanley Nelson and Lynne Robinson.

[01/18/22 - 11:05 AM]
The WNET Group Announces "One Day in March" (w.t.)
The film will take a deep dive into this critical moment of racial reckoning, explore the struggles and triumphs, progress and setbacks, discrimination and achievements of AAPI communities.

[01/18/22 - 11:04 AM]
PBS and WETA Announce New Documentary Series from McGee Media and Inkwell Media
"Making Black America: Through the Grapevine," a four-part series from executive producer, host and writer Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr., will premiere in Fall 2022 on PBS stations nationwide.







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[06/17/26 - 10:29 AM]
"BET Awards" 2026 Reveals First Wave of Performers
As Culture's Biggest Night approaches, BET will continue to unveil additional performers, presenters, special guests, and surprise moments leading up to the live broadcast, hosted by Druski, airing Sunday, June 28 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

[06/17/26 - 10:14 AM]
Video: "The Welcome Table" - Official Trailer - HBO
From Oscar-nominated director Josh Fox, the film tells the story of climate migrants across six continents, centering the voices and experiences of survivors on the front lines of the climate crisis.

[06/17/26 - 10:07 AM]
"Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross" Season 2 - Streaming on The Roku Channel July 20th
She's back, packing her bags and inviting audiences to join her solo trips to Australia, Thailand, and Switzerland to experience the joy of solo travel.

[06/17/26 - 10:03 AM]
Starz Picks Up Timely and Riveting Queer Drama "Tip Toe," Starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey to Air in 2026
Starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey as warring neighbors, the five-part series will premiere exclusively on Starz later this year.

[06/17/26 - 10:01 AM]
New Series "Homestead Rescue: Intervention" Pushes Wilderness Expert Raney Family Into Their Most Emotional and High-Stakes Rescues of Off-Gridders Living Beyond the Edge of Survival
The series premieres Tuesday, July 14 at 8:00PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel.

[06/17/26 - 09:20 AM]
NBC's "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks" Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Star-Studded Lineup of Musical Artists
The star-studded event will feature performances by Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton.

[06/17/26 - 09:05 AM]
New City. New Experts. Bold New Era of Love. Season 20 of Peacock's "Married at First Sight" Returns Sunday, July 12
Featuring more couples than ever before, a brand-new panel of experts, fresh dynamics and deeper emotional stakes, Season 20 reimagines the groundbreaking social experiment that has captivated audiences for two decades.

[06/17/26 - 09:01 AM]
BET Returns to Its Stand-Up Comedy Roots with "ComicView: Rooftop Series," Hosted by Chris "CP" Powell, Premiering June 30
Each episode spotlights three of the funniest comics delivering sharp, unfiltered takes on culture, family, and real life - from a Hollywood rooftop.

[06/17/26 - 09:00 AM]
Prime Video Greenlights Season Two of "One Night in Idaho: The College Murders"
The series returns for a new season with unprecedented first-time, exclusive access to the police and lead investigators who bore the weight of a nation's obsession and - until now - were unable to tell their story due to a gag order on the case.

[06/17/26 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Susana and Elvira: No Plan B" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After a fallout abroad, two former best friends reluctantly reunite to plan a high-profile wedding for the hottest artists in town - with no backup plan.

[06/17/26 - 07:44 AM]
CNN FlashDoc "Chasing Soccer Glory: America's Long Game" Now Streaming on the CNN App
More than three decades after the World Cup last came to the United States, "Chasing Soccer Glory" examines how soccer evolved from a niche sport into a cultural force, and why the promise of the U.S. Men's National Team remains unfulfilled.

[06/17/26 - 07:41 AM]
Video: MGM+ Debuts Official Trailer, Key Art and New Photos for Gritty Drama Series "The Westies" Starring Academy Award-Winner J.K. Simmons
The eight-episode series will premiere with two episodes on Sunday, July 12, followed by a weekly release on MGM+ in the U.S., the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Colombia.

[06/17/26 - 07:07 AM]
Tony Dokoupil and Nischelle Turner to Host "The Great American Block Party 250," A Star-Studded Primetime Celebration of America to Air July 4 on CBS at 8:00 PM
The special will feature exclusive performances by Zac Brown Band, Jon Batiste, Goo Goo Dolls and The War and Treaty, with additional performers to be announced.

[06/17/26 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Survival of the Thickest" The Final Season - Official Trailer - Netflix
Riding high in the world of designer fashion, Mavis leans into a life-changing new adventure as she and Luca embark on the journey of starting a family.

[06/17/26 - 06:38 AM]
Great American Media Announces Start of Production on "A Christmas Prayer 2," Starring Shae Robins and Christopher Russell, World Premiere Slated for Great American Christmas 2026
Returning to Bellford Falls is Natalie Sands (Robins), the children's book illustrator whose faith-filled acts of kindness transformed her community, and Wes Thornton (Russell), whose journey of faith and love captured the hearts of viewers.