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[05/12/22 - 11:47 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 12
Updates include: Comedy Central renews "Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens"; Elizabeth Klaviter to run "So Help Me Todd" at CBS; and ABC's "Find the Light" pilot casts five.

[05/12/22 - 07:16 PM]
Season Five Premiere of Emmy Award-Winning "Carpool Karaoke: The Series" Revs Up May 27 on Apple TV+
The new season will feature Simu Liu, Jessica Henwick, Murray Bartlett, Alexandra Daddario, Sydney Sweeney, Anitta, Saweetie, Zooey Deschanel, Jonathan Scott, stars from All Elite Wrestling, and the D'Amelio family.

[05/12/22 - 05:25 PM]
A Record-Setting 23-Game Slate, "Monday Night Football" with Joe Buck, Troy Aikman and Lisa Salters, and the First ESPN+ Exclusive Game Among the Highlights of the 2022 NFL Schedule for ESPN and The Walt Disney Company
In addition to its Week 2 and 18 games, ABC is set to simulcast ESPN's "Monday Night Football" presentation in Weeks 1, 3, 15 and 17.

[05/12/22 - 05:11 PM]
FOX Sports Unveils 2022 NFL Broadcast Schedule - Featuring Most Robust Playoff Lineup Ever - With All Roads Leading to Super Bowl LVII
FOX Sports kicks off its 29th season of NFL coverage on Sunday, September 11, with a must-see doubleheader featuring the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings.

[05/12/22 - 05:10 PM]
"Sunday Night Football" Is Again Home to the Best & Brightest in 2022
Peacock will stream all NBC "Sunday Night Football" games, including the playoffs, and the "Football Night in America" studio show.

[05/12/22 - 05:02 PM]
"Thursday Night Football" 2022 Schedule on Prime Video: Marquee Matchups, Division Rivalry Showdowns, and the Biggest Stars in the Game
Streaming exclusively on Prime Video, the action-packed "TNF" schedule begins with a powerhouse AFC West matchup, as Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs host rivals Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers on September 15.

[05/12/22 - 05:01 PM]
CBS Sports Unveils 2022 "NFL on CBS" Schedule Featuring Marquee National Games, Epic Playoff Rematches, Top Quarterbacks and Holiday Contests on Thanksgiving and Christmas
Among the highlights are rematches of last year's epic AFC postseason overtime thrillers with Buffalo-Kansas City and Kansas City-Cincinnati.

[05/12/22 - 04:01 PM]
"Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special" Posthumous Comedy Special to Premiere May 30, 2022 on Netflix
Following the special is a bonus featurette with Adam Sandler, Conan O'Brien, Dave Chappelle, David Letterman, David Spade and Molly Shannon, who discuss their friend Norm, a fearless comedian and joyful human being.

[05/12/22 - 03:52 PM]
Antonia Lofaso Heats Up the Summer Sand with New Culinary Competition Series "Beachside Brawl"
The new series premieres Sunday, June 19 at 10:00/9:00c on Food Network and discovery+.

[05/12/22 - 02:52 PM]
"Untitled Shea Serrano Project" (fka "Primo") Casting Announcement
The single-camera series, inspired by Serrano's life growing up in San Antonio, follows a teenager balancing college aspirations, societal expectations, and a hectic home life, anchored by his single mom and five uncles.

[05/12/22 - 02:35 PM]
The CW Renews "All American: Homecoming," Cancels Seven Series
Not making the cut are newcomers "4400" and "Naomi"; veterans "Charmed", "Dynasty" and "Legacies"; as well as "Roswell, New Mexico" and "In the Dark."

[05/12/22 - 02:20 PM]
CBS Orders Three Drama Pilots to Series
"Fire Country" (fka "Cal Fire"), "East New York" and "So Help Me Todd" (fka "Mother & Son Esq. & P.I. Pilot") are all on tap at the network.

[05/12/22 - 02:02 PM]
Bravo Announces Robust Programming Slate with Greenlights, Premieres and Returning Series
The network also announced the return of numerous fan-favorite series, including the 20th season of James Beard and Emmy Award-winning "Top Chef," which for the first time will be shot entirely internationally.

[05/12/22 - 01:00 PM]
Peacock Sets August 5 Premiere for Original Film "They/Them"
The LGBTQIA+ horror film, formerly known as "Whistler Camp," is a queer empowerment story set at a gay conversion camp.

[05/12/22 - 12:35 PM]
"Gotham Knights," "Walker: Independence" & "The Winchesters" All Head to Series at The CW
Each of said trio is based on a previously existing property.

[05/12/22 - 12:05 PM]
CBS Cancels Dramas "Magnum P.I.," "Good Sam"
Also not returning: comedies "How We Roll" and "B Positive."

[05/12/22 - 11:05 AM]
NBC Cancels Freshman Drama "Endgame," Sophomore Comedies "Kenan," "Mr. Mayor"
The news completes the network's remaining scripted decisions for the 2022-23 season.

[05/12/22 - 11:02 AM]
NBC Orders Renewals for Three of Its Comedies: "Young Rock," "American Auto" and "Grand Crew"
"Young Rock" will be back for a third season and "American Auto" and "Grand Crew" are set to return for their respective second seasons.

[05/12/22 - 11:01 AM]
Video: Trailer and Key Art Debut - Hulu Original "The Orville: New Horizons"
The series launches Thursday, June 2 on Hulu with weekly releases.

[05/12/22 - 11:01 AM]
Discovery+ in Production on "The Culpos" (Working Title) Following the Lives of Model and Celebrity Entrepreneur Sisters Olivia, Sophia and Aurora Culpo
The series will premiere later this year.

[05/12/22 - 11:00 AM]
Disney+ Takes Families on a Journey from Hectic to Reconnected in New Series "Family Reboot," Premiering June 15
From executive producers Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos of Milojo Productions in partnership with executive producers Julian P. Hobbs and Elli Hakami for Talos Films, the six-part series follows real families as they take a one-of-a-kind journey to reconnect.

[05/12/22 - 11:00 AM]
"The Way Home," An All-New Drama Series to Premiere on Hallmark Channel in 2023
"The Way Home" is a family drama following the lives of three generations of women within the Landry family that spans the years through a time travel twist.

[05/12/22 - 10:04 AM]
Red Nose Day Returns to NBC Thursday, May 26 with a Special Rebroadcast of the Hilarious Star-Studded Adventure "Celebrity Escape Room"
Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow and Adam Scott star in "Celebrity Escape Room," with Stiller and Black serving as executive producers.

[05/12/22 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Netflix Releases Official Trailer for Vampire/Hunter Drama "First Kill"
When it's time for teenage vampire Juliette to make her first kill so she can take her place among a powerful vampire family, she sets her sights on a new girl in town named Calliope.

[05/12/22 - 09:16 AM]
Video: Hasbro Releases First Full-Length Trailer for Netflix Special "My Little Pony: Make Your Mark"
Created with a dazzling 3D CG animation style evocative of the recent film, the special and series, which will consist of eight, 22-minute episodes, will follow the MANE 5 on a journey of self-discovery told through action-packed, hilarious, and heartfelt stories.

[05/12/22 - 09:06 AM]
"Bargain Block" Spotlights Stunning, Affordable Detroit Homes in New Season Premiering Wednesday, June 8, at 9 P.M. ET/PT on HGTV and discovery+
10 new episodes will follow home renovation experts and partners Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas on their journey to restore Detroit's iconic American neighborhoods one house at a time.

[05/12/22 - 09:01 AM]
Video: BET+ Original Movie - "A Message From Brianna" Trailer
A parent's worst nightmare, becomes a haunting reality.

[05/12/22 - 08:34 AM]
Check Into "Hotel Portofino" This Summer on PBS
The six-episode period piece starring Natascha McElhone follows an elite yet dysfunctional British family who open a hotel for upper-class travelers on the magical Italian Riviera during the Roaring '20s.

[05/12/22 - 08:20 AM]
discovery+ Orders Eerie New Series "We Bought A Funeral Home"
The six-hour long episodes will document the quirky journey of Heather and Arryn Blumberg and their two kids who will trade in their big city life to buy, renovate, and redecorate a 12,000-square-foot 1800's Victorian funeral home in the small town of Dresden, Ontario.

[05/12/22 - 08:14 AM]
Prime Video and Blumhouse Announce "Totally Killer"
Kiernan Shipka, Olivia Holt, Julie Bowen, and Randall Park star in the film.

[05/12/22 - 08:01 AM]
Disney's Onyx Collective Orders Limited Docuseries "Gigante" Featuring Don Francisco (Mario Kreutzberger), Produced by Foton Pictures and Trojan Horse
The four-part limited series will be streamed exclusively on Hulu in the U.S., Star+ in Latin America, and Disney+ in all other territories.

[05/12/22 - 08:00 AM]
First Look - Netflix's "Boo, Bitch" Starring Lana Condor Premieres July 8
Over the course of one night, a high school senior, who's lived her life safely under the radar, seizes the opportunity to change her narrative and start living an epic life, only to find out the next morning... she's a motherf*%king ghost.

[05/12/22 - 07:57 AM]
On with the Show! "Trevor: The Musical" Will Make Its Disney+ Debut on June 24
The musical is based on the 1995 Academy Award-winning short film "Trevor" which ultimately inspired the nonprofit organization The Trevor Project.

[05/12/22 - 07:01 AM]
Video: Netflix Unleashes First Footage from Summer Horror Series "Resident Evil" with All-New Teaser Trailer
Year 2036 - 14 years after Joy caused so much pain, Jade Wesker fights for survival in a world overrun by the blood-thirsty infected and mind-shattering creatures.

[05/12/22 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Cha Cha Real Smooth" - Official Trailer - Apple TV+
Fresh out of college and without a clear life path going forward, 22-year-old Andrew is stuck back at home with his family in New Jersey.

[05/12/22 - 06:46 AM]
Same Joy. More Ride. Dax Shepard, Rob Corddry and Jethro Bovingdon Jump in the Driver's Seat for a New Season of "Top Gear America" Only on Motortrend+
The series returns with a special two-episode premiere on Friday, July 1.

[05/12/22 - 06:12 AM]
Hannah Dodd Steps Into the Role of Francesca Bridgerton for "Bridgerton" Season 3
Dodd will be taking over the role from Ruby Stokes who left and is the lead on another project for Netflix, "Lockwood & Co."

[05/12/22 - 06:00 AM]
CBS' "The Late Late Show" Kicks Off James Corden's Final Year as Host with a Return to His Native London for the First Time in Three Years
The news comes on the heels of Corden's recent announcement that he will host just one more year of his popular late night series, promising his audience that he will make the most of his final run on the show.

[05/11/22 - 11:25 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, May 11
Updates include: CBS cancels "United States of Al" after two seasons; Kat Coiro to helm "The Spiderwick Chronicles" at Disney+; and Garrett Hedlund signs onto Paramount+'s "Tulsa King."

[05/11/22 - 05:55 PM]
Crown Media Family Networks Inks Multi-Picture Overall Deal with Ryan Paevey
"Being part of Hallmark is like no other experience I've ever had," enthused Paevey. "The creative people I've had the pleasure of working with both at the network and on every set have made this collaboration so special and I can't wait to see what's next."

[05/11/22 - 05:32 PM]
NBC Picks Up Comedy Pilot "Lopez vs. Lopez" to Series
George Lopez and Mayan Lopez star in a working-class family comedy about dysfunction, reconnection and all the pain and joy in between.

[05/11/22 - 02:14 PM]
E! Expands Into Romantic Comedy Genre Greenlighting Six Original Scripted Movies for 2023
Additionally, the network will premiere multiple new series, including "Celebrity Beef," hosted and executive produced by Joel McHale.

[05/11/22 - 01:31 PM]
2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards and Movie & TV Awards: Unscripted Unveil Highly Anticipated Nominations
Beginning today, May 11, fans can vote for their favorites across 26 gender-neutral categories by visiting vote.mtv.com through May 18 at 6PM ET.

[05/11/22 - 12:39 PM]
Award-Winning PBS Series "POV" Announces Milestone 35th Season Lineup Ahead of July Debut
The award-winning anthology series will premiere fourteen features with themes that include environmental justice, systemic inequity, global perspectives on motherhood, and caregiving during multiple crises.

[05/11/22 - 11:00 AM]
The Next Exclusive Event, "South Park The Streaming Wars," Is Coming Exclusively to Paramount+, Wednesday, June 1
In the special, Cartman locks horns with his mom in a battle of wills, while an epic conflict unfolds and threatens South Park's very existence.

[05/11/22 - 10:36 AM]
Peacock Announces Straight to Series Order of New Project from Director and Executive Producer Jason Woliner
In the style of Woliner's work on Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, the series is a groundbreaking project that mixes fact and fiction to tell a bizarre and incredible tale.

[05/11/22 - 10:17 AM]
Ciao! HBO Max and Cartoon Network Take Flight with Music-Filled, Live-Action Series "Home Sweet Rome"
The story centers on 13-year-old Lucy who moves from California to start a new life in Rome with her dad and stepmom, Francesca - who happens to be an Italian pop star!

[05/11/22 - 10:16 AM]
HBO Max Expands Kids & Family Live-Action Slate with Acquisitions "Hank Zipzer," "My Babysitter's a Vampire," and a New Season of Cult Teen Dance Drama, "The Next Step"
Based on the New York Times best-selling book series "Hank Zipzer: The World's Greatest Underachiever," and inspired by Winkler's true-life experiences, all three seasons of Hank Zipzer will debut this Friday, May 13, on HBO Max.

[05/11/22 - 10:15 AM]
HBO Max and Cartoon Network Greenlight Two Original Specials Based on the Beloved Mattel American Girl Franchise
The first is "American Girl: Corinne Tan" (working title), inspired by the doll brand's 2022 Girl of the Year and the first of Chinese descent.

[05/11/22 - 10:14 AM]
Peyton List to Star in Teen Supernatural Romance "B-Loved" Greenlit for HBO Max
The ghostly romance written by Black List Nicholl Fellowship winner, Cesar Vitale, will be directed by Emily Ting and is scheduled to premiere in time for Valentine's Day 2023 on HBO Max.







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[06/23/26 - 12:31 PM]
Video: DC, Warner Bros. Animation, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Releases Official Trailer for "Batman: Knightfall"
Part one of the trilogy premiered tonight at the 2026 edition of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival with an official release planned for later this year.

[06/23/26 - 12:01 PM]
Video: Paramount+ Releases Official Trailer for "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
The three-part documentary event premieres on Tuesday, July 14, exclusively on Paramount+.

[06/23/26 - 12:01 PM]
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[06/23/26 - 11:16 AM]
Terry Crews Will Host Macy's 4th of July Fireworks on NBC
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[06/23/26 - 10:03 AM]
Disney+ and Hulu to Stream "Rabbit Hole" - pocket.watch Creator-Led Show Premieres July 13th
The half-hour 10-episode original series will debut as the largest ensemble of digital stars ever brought together for a premium series.

[06/23/26 - 10:02 AM]
HBO Original Documentary Series "The Man Will Burn" Debuts July 9
The series goes behind the scenes to chronicle the evolution and ethos of Burning Man, the 40-year-old cultural event and temporary city built in the Nevada desert.

[06/23/26 - 09:10 AM]
ESPN and Disney Jr. Encourage Preschoolers to Get in the Game, Team Up Again with Every Kid Sports to Expand Access to Youth Sports for Income-Restricted Families
"Me & Mickey: Let's Play Sports," a collaboration between Disney Jr., ESPN and Positive Coaching Alliance, will debut Monday, June 29, on Disney+, Disney Jr. (6:25 a.m. EDT/PDT) and Disney Jr. on Demand.

[06/23/26 - 09:06 AM]
Video: HBO Max Releases Official Trailer and Key Art for Max Original Comedy Series "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe," Debuting July 23
Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon.

[06/23/26 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Her Kingdom Has Come - Paramount+ Reveals Trailer and First Look at Season 6 of "Tyler Perry's Ruthless" Premiering June 30
The series will launch with two episodes, followed by a weekly rollout culminating in the mid-season finale on Tuesday, August 25.

[06/23/26 - 09:00 AM]
The CW Network Named Exclusive Broadcast Partner for Both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA 2026 Competitions
Both competitions will air live from the Ziff Ballet Opera House at the renowned Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami, marking the return of the two competitions to The CW for the first time since 2024.

[06/23/26 - 08:31 AM]
Netflix Unveils Upcoming Anime Slate Out of Annecy Festival
The Netflix Anime Studio Focus highlighted upcoming titles from some of Japan's most acclaimed creators and animation studios, spanning original stories, beloved manga adaptations, and returning fan-favorite franchises.

[06/23/26 - 08:23 AM]
BET Names Keke Palmer to Its Board of Advisors, Deepening a New Era of Leadership and Cultural Stewardship
Formed earlier this month under BET President Louis Carr, the Board brings together cultural icons, business leaders, and industry visionaries to help steer the ongoing growth of the 45-year-old network as a key player at the crossroads of media, community, and culture.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
A24's "The Drama" Begins Streaming Exclusively on HBO Max July 31
The film stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, and Hailey Benton Gates.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
Video: 2026 MLB Home Run Derby - Official Trailer - Netflix
The best sluggers in baseball put their power to the test and chase home run glory live from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

[06/23/26 - 07:01 AM]
"The Devil Wears Prada 2" Streams Exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu July 29
Gird your loins.