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[04/21/22 - 11:07 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 21
Updates include: CBS opens writers' room for "The Great Game"; Reid Scott promoted to regular on Amazon's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"; and Raúl Esparza to return to NBC's "Law & Order: SVU."

[04/21/22 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "The Sound of Magic" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A magician living in an abandoned theme park makes troubles disappear, and hope reappear, for a disenchanted teen enduring harsh realities.

[04/21/22 - 02:45 PM]
ABC's "Abbott Elementary" Season Finale Ties a Series High in Adults 18-49
"Abbott Elementary" picked up an additional +3.1 million viewers over its initial Live+Same Day average to deliver 5.9 million Total Viewers on its season one finale with delayed multiplatform viewing.

[04/21/22 - 01:31 PM]
Freeform Announces New Cast for the Highly Anticipated "Cruel Summer" Season Two
Sadie Stanley will star as Megan Landry, a computer coder and honor student from a blue-collar family.

[04/21/22 - 12:03 PM]
Netflix Adds New Cast to Untitled Arnold Schwarzenegger Spy Adventure Series
When a father and daughter learn that they've each secretly been working as CIA Operatives for years, they realize their entire relationship has been a lie and they truly don't know one another at all.

[04/21/22 - 11:31 AM]
Caroline Randall Williams Explores Both the Known and Untold History of Black Food in America in New discovery+ Series "Hungry for Answers"
All four episodes of the series will be available to stream on discovery+ beginning Wednesday, June 8.

[04/21/22 - 11:16 AM]
MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) to Air Live and Around The Globe in More Than 170 Countries on Sunday, August 28th
Returning to New Jersey's famed Prudential Center, this year's show will surprise and delight with show-stopping spectacles, epic performances and a fan filled audience to celebrate the biggest stars in music.

[04/21/22 - 11:11 AM]
Prime Video Becomes Streaming Home of Seattle Storm, Expanding Women's Sports Offerings
Approximately 30 Storm games will be available to Prime Video customers throughout Washington state.

[04/21/22 - 11:09 AM]
This May Stream "Hacks," "The Staircase," "The Time Traveler's Wife," "George Carlin's American Dream" and More on HBO Max
Newly announced return dates include "That Damn Michael Che" (May 26) and "Tig n' Seek" (May 26).

[04/21/22 - 11:00 AM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Premieres the Original Food Competition Series "The Great Soul Food Cook-Off" Friday, May 6
The six-episode, one-hour series debuts on OWN on Friday, May 6, and with new episodes every Friday through June 10.

[04/21/22 - 10:57 AM]
CBS Announces Season Finale Storylines for 2021-2022
CBS announced today the season finale storylines for 2021-2022, featuring extraordinary heroism, powerful family drama, surprising growing pains, jaw-dropping events and fond farewells.

[04/21/22 - 10:38 AM]
Lifetime Brings "Life & Crime Mondays" to Network with Night Dedicated to True Crime Stories with Orders for Three New Original Unscripted Series
"#TextMeWhenYouGetHome," "Sleeping with a Killer," "Phrogging: Hider in My House" and "Meet Marry Murder" are all on tap.

[04/21/22 - 10:06 AM]
Video: "A Perfect Pairing" Starring Victoria Justice & Adam Demos - Official Trailer - Netflix
To win over a major client, a go-getter LA wine exec signs on to work at an Australian sheep farm, where she sparks with a rugged and mysterious local.

[04/21/22 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "The Staircase" - Official Trailer - HBO Max
The eight-episode Max Original limited series, created by Antonio Campos, debuts Thursday, May 5 on HBO Max.

[04/21/22 - 09:59 AM]
The Explorers Club and Discovery Celebrate Their First Year of Partnership by Announcing New Grants, Diversity Initiatives, and a Brand-New Series to Honor Exploration and Field Sciences
With Josh Gates as guide, "Tales from the Explorers Club" will take viewers inside the headquarters of the legendary Explorers Club to relive the epic adventures of members who have pushed the bounds of human possibility.

[04/21/22 - 09:37 AM]
"God's Favorite Idiot" - First Look Photos & Date Announcement
Ben Falcone, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Bibb, Kevin Dunn, Usman Ally, Steve Mallory, Chris Sandiford, Ana Scotney, and Yanic Truesdale star in the Netflix series, due on June 15.

[04/21/22 - 09:18 AM]
Max Original Documentary "Menudo: Forever Young" Debuts June 23
The documentary will have its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Festival on June 11 in New York.

[04/21/22 - 09:18 AM]
FX's "The Old Man" Premieres Thursday, June 16
Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Thomas Perry, "The Old Man" centers on Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges), who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since.

[04/21/22 - 09:16 AM]
HGTV Renews "Houses with History" for a Second Season
The new season is slated to premiere in early 2023.

[04/21/22 - 09:11 AM]
"Straight Man," Starring Emmy-Nominated Bob Odenkirk, Gets AMC and AMC+ Series Order for 2023
The project was announced as fast-track development earlier this month in advance of AMC Networks' upfront event in New York City, and that turned out to be one fast track.

[04/21/22 - 09:01 AM]
Nickelodeon's "Nick News" Takes Viewers to Lviv, Ukraine, Where Kids Who Have Fled the Violence in Other Areas of the Country Endeavor to Create a Better Future, in Brand-New Episode Airing Wednesday, April 27
"These are unprecedented times and many kids around the world are living through unfathomable circumstances and yet rising above it all, said Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson.

[04/21/22 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Reveals Trailer for New True Crime Documentary "The Big Conn," Premiering Globally on Friday, May 6
All four parts of the series will premiere alongside an Apple TV+ Original companion podcast that will explore Conn's con and outrageous lifestyle further with additional interviews and behind-the-scenes details.

[04/21/22 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Drama Series "The Time Traveler's Wife" Debuts May 15
An intricate and magical love story, adapted by Steven Moffat from the much loved novel by Audrey Niffenegger and directed by David Nutter, "The Time Traveler's Wife" tells the story of Clare and Henry, and a marriage with a problem... time travel.

[04/21/22 - 08:59 AM]
The History Channel's Hit Survival Series "Alone" Returns for Season Nine on Thursday, May 26 at 9PM ET/PT
The series will be followed by season two of the nonfiction series "Kings of Pain" at 10:30/9:30c.

[04/21/22 - 08:58 AM]
UPtv Sets Premiere Dates for Three Upcoming Scripted Series
The network will premiere the new season of fan-favorite series "Heartland" on Thursday, May 19 followed by the U.S. debut of "Mystic" on Thursday, June 2 and miniseries "The Wedding Planners" on Friday, June 3.

[04/21/22 - 08:58 AM]
CNN+ Will Shut Down at the End of April
CNN+ customers "will receive prorated refunds of subscription fees," the company said.

[04/21/22 - 08:17 AM]
Hulu's Original Docu-Series "Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons" Premieres on Thursday, July 14th
Investigated with journalistic rigor, Matt Tyrnauer directs this searing and provocative exposé of the Victoria's Secret brand as well as their then CEO, the larger-than-life, enigmatic billionaire, Les Wexner.

[04/21/22 - 08:02 AM]
Video: "Dragons: The Nine Realms" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Hulu
New episodes begin streaming Thursday, May 5 on Hulu.

[04/21/22 - 07:36 AM]
Apple TV+ Partners with Idris Elba on New Thriller "Hijack"
Told in real time, "Hijack" is a tense, thriller that follows the journey of a hijacked plane as it makes its way to London over a seven hour flight, and authorities on the ground scramble for answers.

[04/21/22 - 06:16 AM]
Video: "Becoming Elizabeth" - Official Trailer - Starz
The series centers on young Elizabeth Tudor (Alicia von Rittberg), an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown.

[04/21/22 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Clark" - Official Trailer - Netflix
This is the unbelievable story of Clark Olofsson, the controversial criminal who inspired the term "Stockholm syndrome." Based on his truths and lies.

[04/21/22 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "Summertime" - Final Season - Official Trailer - Netflix
Another summer, another string of love triangles as the group navigates their passions and tests the boundaries of friendship.

[04/21/22 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "LOL - Last One Laughing Spain" - Season 2 - Official Trailer - Prime Video Spain
Carolina Iglesias and Silvia Abril present the second season, due on May 20.

[04/20/22 - 11:37 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, April 20
Updates include: Benjamin Bratt tapped for Peacock's "Poker Face"; Erika Christensen to star in ABC's "Will Trent"; and Matilda Lawler lands role in "The Santa Clause" at Disney+.

[04/20/22 - 01:01 PM]
Showtime Orders Limited Series "Fellow Travelers"
Emmy nominee and Critics Choice Award winner Matt Bomer will star in the limited series, which he will executive produce with Oscar nominee Ron Nyswaner and Robbie Rogers.

[04/20/22 - 10:08 AM]
"Dateline" Sold in More Than 90% of the U.S., As the Hit True Crime Series Returns for Its Sixth Season in National Syndication
The syndicated version of "Dateline" currently airs weekdays on stations from leading broadcast groups, recently adding several stations in top markets from the NBC Owned Television Stations group.

[04/20/22 - 10:06 AM]
The Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Return to Shudder Sunday, May 15
The ceremony, which recognizes outstanding achievements in horror film and television, will once again be hosted by actor and writer David Dastmalchian.

[04/20/22 - 10:02 AM]
Disney+ Original Series "Genius: MLK/X," From National Geographic, Taps Reggie Rock Bythewood and Gina Prince-Bythewood as Executive Producers, Joining Executive Producers Brian Grazer and Ron Howard
In a first for the franchise, the new season will focus on two iconic geniuses: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.

[04/20/22 - 10:01 AM]
Crown Media Family Networks Inks Multi-Picture Overall Deal with Taylor Cole
"I am beyond excited for what is in store next," said Cole. "Being able to continue creating such amazing stories is something that I hold near and dear to me. I am forever grateful for the work I get to do with Hallmark."

[04/20/22 - 09:44 AM]
Video: Showtime Debuts Trailer for Season Three of "Couples Therapy"
The acclaimed documentary series follows world-renowned psychologist and psychoanalyst Dr. Orna Guralnik as she guides couples through real-life therapy sessions.

[04/20/22 - 09:30 AM]
Paramount+ Unveils Stacked Lineup of Legendary Vets for an All-New Season of "The Challenge: All Stars"
For the first time ever, this all-new season requires past contestants to have qualified for or won a "Challenge" final, featuring the franchise's fiercest competitors from every era of the show.

[04/20/22 - 09:09 AM]
"Entre Nos: Carmen and Alfred" to Debut Friday, May 6, on HBO Max
Tune in to watch LA-based comedians Carmen Morales and Alfred Robles offer their peculiar advice on Latinidad, family and relationships.

[04/20/22 - 09:05 AM]
The History Channel Sets Memorial Day Premiere for New Series "The American Presidency with Bill Clinton" Debuting Monday, May 30 at 10:30PM ET/PT
The series is hosted, and executive produced by President Bill Clinton and explores the history of the American presidency and the struggle for a more perfect union across six, one-hour episodes.

[04/20/22 - 09:00 AM]
Apple TV+ Orders "Sago Mini Friends," A New Kids Animated Series Celebrating Gratitude Based on Award-Winning Sago Mini World App
The "Sago Mini Friends" series is an adorable nod to gratitude featuring Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit, and Robin the bird.

[04/20/22 - 08:33 AM]
"My Life with the Walter Boys" Begins Production and Announces Casting
Netflix's coming-of-age romance series based on the popular WattPad novel by Ali Novak, which has nearly 80 million reads, has begun production in Calgary and has a set series cast.

[04/20/22 - 07:00 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for Epic Natural History Event Series "Prehistoric Planet"
Set to debut globally on Apple TV+ from Monday, May 23 through Friday, May 27, the five-episode groundbreaking series will transport viewers 66 million years in the past to discover our world - and the dinosaurs that roamed it.

[04/20/22 - 06:36 AM]
Zak Bagans and the Ghost Adventures Team Help Homeowners in Crisis in "Ghost Adventures: House Calls" - A New Spinoff Series Launching Thursday, May 19 on discovery+
In this first-ever spinoff, the team responds to urgent calls for help from desperate homeowners whose lives have been thrust into turmoil from unexplained activity inside their private residences.

[04/20/22 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Welcome to Eden" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A group of young adults attend a party on a remote island, but the supposed paradise they find waiting for them is anything but.

[04/20/22 - 06:01 AM]
Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis Set to Co-Host and Executive Produce Roku Original "Honest Renovations" for The Roku Channel
Bringing a bold twist to the home improvement genre, "Honest Renovations" follows Alba and Mathis, as they help deserving families complete the home renovations of their dreams and confront issues about parenting through candid conversations.

[04/20/22 - 05:58 AM]
ESPN Films Short "Betsy & Irv" Debuts Today Exclusively on ESPN+
The documentary tells the story of Betsy Sailor, a Penn State alum who was sexually assaulted during her time at the school, and Irv Pankey, the unexpected hero who helped as she confronted a predator, an institution, and a justice system.







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[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
CFP Contenders and Non-Conference Clashes Headline ESPN's Industry-Leading, Early-Season College Football Schedule Reveal at Disney Upfront
Nine of ESPN.com's Way-Too-Early Top 25 are featured in the schedule release, including No. 1 Ohio State, No. 5 Texas, No. 7 Miami, No. 8 Texas Tech, No. 9 Ole Miss and No. 11 LSU.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
The Grammy Awards Set to Take Place Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, and Will Air Live on ABC and Stream on Disney+ and Hulu
The upcoming ceremony marks a historic shift for the organization as the 2027 Grammy Awards will be the first ceremony to air on ABC since 1972, ushering in a new era for the most celebrated night in music.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
Disney and the Country Music Association Extend Relationship Through 2032
As part of the new agreement, the CMA Awards will stream live on Disney+ for the first time ever, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, kicking off with "The 60th Annual CMA Awards" on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

[05/12/26 - 02:24 PM]
ESPN's "College GameDay Built by The Home Depot" Kicks Off 40th Season in Baton Rouge with 500th Show on the Road
Following Baton Rouge, College GameDay will travel to Austin, Texas on September 12 for a battle of powerhouse programs in Week 2 as the Texas Longhorns host Ohio State in a rematch of last season's 14-7 Buckeyes' win in Columbus.

[05/12/26 - 02:06 PM]
Paul Anthony Kelly Joins Cast of FX's "American Horror Story" Installment 13 Coming This Fall to FX and Hulu
FX's "American Horror Story," the global phenomenon that has garnered more than 100 Emmy nominations since its launch in 2011, returns for an unrivaled 13th installment that will do justice to everyone's most feared number.

[05/12/26 - 01:55 PM]
Disney+ Becomes the Exclusive Home of the Banana Bowl This October
Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.

[05/12/26 - 01:42 PM]
The 99th Oscars Reunites Host Conan O'Brien and Executive Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan
The 99th Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu on Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

[05/12/26 - 01:38 PM]
Savannah Bananas' Jackson Olson Slides Into the Ballroom for "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35
The full cast of celebrities and professional dancers will be announced Wednesday, September 2, exclusively on "Good Morning America."

[05/12/26 - 01:32 PM]
ESPN Sets the Stage for Super Bowl LXI With Week Long Expansive Broadcast and Fan Experience on Santa Monica Beach
These efforts are all building toward Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, which will air on ESPN and ABC and mark ESPN's first production of the Super Bowl.

[05/12/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of May 4 - The Critters of "Swapped" Soar to No. 1 in This Week's Top 10
The pursuit of justice is action-packed in "Man on Fire," which set the English TV list ablaze at No. 1 with 12.6 million views.

[05/12/26 - 11:31 AM]
CNN FlashDoc "The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert" to Stream on Friday, May 15 on the CNN App
The special will also air Sunday, May 17 at 8pm ET on CNN, just days before the highly anticipated finale of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

[05/12/26 - 11:13 AM]
BET Greenlights Manny Halley Productions' "Lot Patrol," A Star-Studded Mockumentary Comedy Series
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives.

[05/12/26 - 11:01 AM]
"The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Will Air a Repeat on Thursday, May 21, The Night of the Final Telecast of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
"The Tonight Show" will air an all-new episode on Friday, May 22, featuring Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal, and musical guest Maluma.

[05/12/26 - 11:00 AM]
AspireTV to Premiere "City Eats: Charleston" This June
The series is a culinary journey through one of America's most historic and flavor-rich cities, hosted by celebrity chef and TV personality G Garvin.

[05/12/26 - 10:36 AM]
Fan-Favorite Crime Drama, "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," Renewed for a Fifth Season on AMC Global Media's Acorn TV
Filming is currently underway in Gozo and Malta.