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[04/07/22 - 11:02 AM]
ABC Announces Summer 2022 Unscripted Premiere Dates, Series Greenlights, New Specials and Renewals
Marking its third consecutive year ranked or tied as the season's No. 1 entertainment network Adults 18-49, ABC celebrates summer with a strong lineup of new and returning series and specials that revels in love, competition, dogs, games and, of course, Martha Stewart.

[via press release from ABC]

ABC ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2022 UNSCRIPTED PREMIERE DATES, SERIES GREENLIGHTS, NEW SPECIALS AND RENEWALS

'THE GREAT AMERICAN TAG SALE WITH MARTHA STEWART' AND 'THE AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW' DEBUT IN MAY

LARGER-THAN-LIFE GAME SHOW 'THE FINAL STRAW' RECEIVES SERIES GREENLIGHT

'GENERATION GAP' MAKES ITS LONG-ANTICIPATED PREMIERE AND BRINGS ON KELLY RIPA TO HOST

HISTORIC SEASON OF 'THE BACHELORETTE' RETURNS WITH TWO LEADING LADIES

KEVIN AND FRANKIE JONAS-HOSTED REALITY COMPETITION SERIES 'CLAIM TO FAME' JOINS THE SUMMER LINEUP

THE RETURN OF FAN-FAVORITE GAME SHOWS 'THE $100,000 PYRAMID,' 'CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD' AND 'PRESS YOUR LUCK'

'JUDGE STEVE HARVEY' AND 'BACHELOR IN PARADISE' RECEIVE SEASON RENEWALS

Marking its third consecutive year ranked or tied as the season's No. 1 entertainment network Adults 18-49, ABC celebrates summer with a strong lineup of new and returning series and specials that revels in love, competition, dogs, games and, of course, Martha Stewart.

NEW SPECIALS:

ABC is gearing up for a night of specials, WEDNESDAY, MAY 25. Kicking off the night, Martha Stewart, known for turning everyday living into an art form, is ready to part ways with pieces from her vast collection of furniture, art and housewares in a new one-hour special, "The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart." Continuing the night, Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore team up to host "The American Rescue Dog Show," the preeminent dog competition featuring rescued companions as they strut their fluff, competing for a slew of "best in" titles while stealing America's hearts.

NEW SERIES:

On THURSDAY, JULY 7, "Generation Gap," from producers Jimmy Kimmel, Mark Burnett and hosted by Kelly Ripa, makes its long-awaited debut.

The premiere of ABC's larger-than-life competition series "The Final Straw" joins a stacked lineup of game shows, SUNDAY, JULY 10.

The highly anticipated competition series "Claim to Fame," hosted by Kevin and Frankie Jonas and featuring relatives of celebrities, launches MONDAY, JULY 11.

RETURNING SERIES:

Fan-favorite game shows make their return: "Press Your Luck" on THURSDAY, JULY 7, with "Celebrity Family Feud" and "The $100,000 Pyramid" on SUNDAY, JULY 10.

As previously announced, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia begin their journey to find love on "The Bachelorette," MONDAY, JULY 11.

RENEWALS:

This season's No. 1 new unscripted series in Total Viewers, "Judge Steve Harvey," has been renewed for season two. "Bachelor in Paradise," which ranked as the No. 1 show in both its Monday and Tuesday time slots last summer with Adults 18-49, has been picked up for season eight. Premiere dates for the new seasons to be announced at a later date.

SCHEDULE:

Airdates are as follows (all times listed are Eastern/Pacific). New shows/specials are in bold.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25
8:00-9:00 p.m. "The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart"
9:00-11:00 p.m. "The American Rescue Dog Show"

THURSDAY, JULY 7
8:00-9:00 p.m. "Press Your Luck"
9:00-10:00 p.m. "Generation Gap" (series premiere)

SUNDAY, JULY 10
8:00-9:00 p.m. "Celebrity Family Feud"
9:00-10:00 p.m. "The Final Straw" (series premiere)
10:00-11:00 p.m. "The $100,000 Pyramid"

MONDAY, JULY 11
8:00-10:01 p.m. "The Bachelorette"
10:01-11:00 p.m. "Claim to Fame" (series premiere)

Information on the series/specials below.

THE $100,000 PYRAMID

Michael Strahan is back as host of "The $100,000 Pyramid," the timeless word-association game in which two celebrities and their partners face off in a race against the clock to make it to the winner's circle and take home $100,000.

"The $100,000 Pyramid" is produced by SMAC Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television. "The $100,000 Pyramid" is executive produced by Michael Strahan, Constance Schwartz-Morini and Vin Rubino.

Follow "The $100,000 Pyramid" (#100KPyramid) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

THE AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW

"The American Rescue Dog Show" is the preeminent dog competition featuring rescued companions as they strut their fluff, competing for a slew of "best in" titles while stealing America's hearts. These prized pups may be cute, but the competition is fierce. In the two-hour special, rescued dogs from all across the country will compete in seven categories including Best In Underbite, Best In Snoring, Best In Belly Rubs and more. A $10,000 donation to a local animal welfare organization will be made in honor of the winning dog in each category, and each category winner will have the chance to be named the Best In Rescue with an additional $100,000 donation being made in their honor. This comedic and heartfelt take on the world of competitive dog shows is a celebration of rescued dogs and the joy they bring to our lives. Dynamic duo Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore host America's cutest competition special with ESPN's Monica McNutt serving as sideline correspondent. Dog-loving celebrity guest judges, who will be announced at a later date, will also make special appearances.

"The American Rescue Dog Show" was created by Michael Levitt and Jennifer Schulz. Michael Levitt, Charles Wachter, Jill Goularte and Jennifer Schulz serve as executive producers.

Follow "The American Rescue Dog Show" (#BestInRescue) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

THE BACHELORETTE

After unwaveringly supporting each other through a devastating dual breakup in the season 26 finale of "The Bachelor," fan favorites and fierce women Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia stand by each other's side yet again as they set out on a journey to find love. The two co-star on the upcoming season 19 of "The Bachelorette," with Jesse Palmer returning as host.

"The Bachelorette" is a production of Next Entertainment and Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon. Mike Fleiss, Martin Hilton, Nicole Woods, Bennett Graebner, Louis Caric, Peter Geist, Peter Gust, Tim Warner, Jodi Baskerville and Jeff Thomas are the executive producers.

Follow "The Bachelorette" (#TheBachelorette) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

BACHELOR IN PARADISE

Breakout fan favorites from "The Bachelor" franchise are back and ready for a second (or third) chance at finding love. They may have left their respective seasons brokenhearted, but now they have the opportunity to travel to a romantic paradise in hopes of turning a potential summer fling into the real thing.

"Bachelor in Paradise" is a production of Next Entertainment and Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon. Mike Fleiss, Martin Hilton, Nicole Woods, Tim Warner, Louis Caric and Peter Geist are the executive producers.

Follow "Bachelor in Paradise" (#BachelorInParadise) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD

Hosted by the highly popular stand-up comedian, actor, author and Emmy(R) Award winner Steve Harvey, "Celebrity Family Feud" has celebrities along with their families go head-to-head in a contest to name the most popular responses to survey-type questions posed to 100 people for a chance to win money for a charity of their choice.

"Celebrity Family Feud" is produced by Fremantle. Gaby Johnston is the executive producer.

Follow "Celebrity Family Feud" (#CelebrityFamilyFeud) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

CLAIM TO FAME

Co-hosted by siblings Kevin and Frankie Jonas, this new series challenges 12 celebrity relatives to step outside their famous family member's shadow and live together under one roof, concealing their identity and lineage in the quest for their own fame and fortune. They will compete in challenges, form alliances and play DNA detective in hopes of avoiding elimination and winning the coveted $100,000 prize, and staking their own "Claim to Fame"!

"Claim to Fame" is produced by Kinetic Content ("Love Is Blind," "Married at First Sight") in association with Walt Disney Television's newly formed alternative production unit. Chris Coelen, Eric Detwiler and Scott Teti serve as executive producers; Paul Osborne serves as the showrunner and executive producer, and Brian Smith serves as director and executive producer.

Follow "Claim to Fame" (#ClaimToFame) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

THE FINAL STRAW

The newest show to join ABC's unscripted lineup is the larger-than-life physical comedy game show, "The Final Straw." The stakes are high as four teams of colorful contestants face off to combat tremendous tipping towers. Each life-sized themed tower is chock full of various objects ranging from basketballs to small kitchen appliances as contestants try to successfully pull items from the stack without tipping it over in order to earn prizes. If the tower falls, the team is eliminated and the last team standing will compete against The Mega Stack, an epic battle of physics where the odds are literally stacked against them, in hopes of winning a life-changing grand prize.

"The Final Straw" is produced by B17 Entertainment in association with Walt Disney Television's newly formed alternative production unit. Brien Meagher, Rhett Bachner and Sarah Happel Jackson serve as executive producers; and Keith Geller serves as showrunner and executive producer.

Follow "The Final Straw" (#TheFinalStraw) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

GENERATION GAP

Kelly Ripa hosts the new comedy quiz game show from Emmy(R) Award-winning producers Jimmy Kimmel and Mark Burnett. "Generation Gap" pairs teams of grandparents and grandkids, challenging them to answer questions about pop culture from each other's generations.

"Generation Gap" is produced by MGM Television, Kimmelot and Milojo. Mark Burnett, Jimmy Kimmel, Barry Poznick, Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos, Albert Bianchini, Alycia Rossiter and Jonathan Kimmel will serve as executive producers.

Follow "Generation Gap" (#GenerationGap) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

THE GREAT AMERICAN TAG SALE WITH MARTHA STEWART

Martha Stewart, known for turning everyday living into an art form, is ready to part ways with pieces from her vast collection of furniture, art and housewares in this new one-hour special. Over the years, Martha has amassed an assortment of items that ranges from fine art to knickknacks. During the special, she will regale viewers with fond memories of how these beloved items were acquired and offer expert advice on how to execute a successful tag sale. Alongside her team of event planners, Martha will host a series of tag sale events including an exclusive cocktail party for celebrities and neighbors to preview the sale.

"The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart" is produced by Walt Disney Television's newly formed alternative production unit. Martha Stewart and Jen Patton serve as executive producers.

Follow "The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart" (#MarthaStewartTagSale) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

JUDGE STEVE HARVEY

Steve Harvey serves as the judge, jury and star of "Judge Steve Harvey," the one-hour unscripted courtroom comedy series. Real-life people with real-life conflicts present their case in his television courtroom, ranging from family disputes, unpaid bets, sour friendships and everything in between. With the help of Nancy, his trusted bailiff by trade, Steve plays by his own rules, basing his courtroom on his own life experiences and some good old common sense.

From Steve Harvey, "Judge Steve Harvey" is produced by Den of Thieves in association with Walt Disney Television's newly formed alternative unit. Steve Harvey, Brandon Williams, and Den of Thieves' Jesse Ignjatovic, Evan Prager and Jared Morell serve as executive producers, with Myeshia Mizuno as showrunner and executive producer.

Follow "Judge Steve Harvey" (#JudgeSteveHarvey) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

PRESS YOUR LUCK

Hosted by Elizabeth Banks, "Press Your Luck" is a game of wits, strategy and even higher stakes as contestants try to avoid the iconic and devilish WHAMMY for a chance at life-changing cash and prizes. During each game of "Press Your Luck," three contestants compete against each other answering questions to earn spins on the Big Board. Contestants then use their spins to win cash and prizes while trying to avoid the WHAMMY, who could take all of their winnings and leave them with nothing. The winning contestant moves on to the bonus round to face the WHAMMY in a final battle for the chance to win $1 million.

"Press Your Luck" is produced by Fremantle. The show is executive produced by Elizabeth Banks, Max Handelman and John Quinn, who also serves as showrunner.

Follow "Press Your Luck" (#PressYourLuck) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.





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· $100,000 PYRAMID, THE (ABC)
· BACHELOR IN PARADISE (ABC)
· BACHELORETTE, THE (ABC)
· CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD (ABC)
· CLAIM TO FAME (ABC)
· FINAL STRAW, THE (ABC)
· GENERATION GAP (ABC)
· JUDGE STEVE HARVEY (ABC)
· PRESS YOUR LUCK (ABC)





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