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[03/30/23 - 11:31 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, March 30
By The Futon Critic Staff (TFC) |
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LOS ANGELES (thefutoncritic.com) -- The latest development news, culled from recent wire reports:
Looking to keep track of all the various projects in development? Click here to visit our signature "Devwatch" section. There visitors can view our listings by network, genre, studio and even development stage (ordered to pilot, cast-contingent, script, etc.). It's updated every day!
BACHELOR, THE/BACHELORETTE, THE (ABC) - The departure of creator Mike Fleiss is reportedly tied to "an investigation into allegations of racial discrimination was conducted by Warner Bros. TV." Said publication indicates "during the investigation, sources say, producers complained about Fleiss' "bullying" behavior, as well as his resistance to increasing diversity on the show over two decades. Individuals who spoke during the investigation expressed that when production staffers suggested casting more diverse reality stars, Fleiss would not take their suggestions and would "lash out" against them." (Variety.com)
BOYS COME FIRST (Amazon, New!) - Chuck Hayward is spearheading a small screen take on Aaron Foley's debut novel at Amazon Studios, "the humorously heartfelt story of three gay millennial Black men looking for love, navigating friendships and pursuing professional success against the rapidly evolving backdrop of contemporary Detroit." Will Graham, Stephanie Dietz and Hailey Wierengo of Field Trip Productions will also executive produce. (Deadline.com)
DANCING WITH MYSELF (NBC) - The network has canceled the dancing competition series after one season. (Deadline.com)
DUSTER (HBO Max) - Corbin Bernsen will recur on the period drama as Wade Ellis, the father of Josh Holloway's character. (Deadline.com)
LUCKIEST MAN, THE (Apple TV+, New!) - Dan Kay and Jonathan Eig are set to team for a television series at the streamer based on the latter's book about the life and death of baseball legend Lou Gehrig. Said title is "a nod to the Hall of Famer's iconic 1939 retirement speech that came two months after he was diagnosed with ALS, which is now known as 'Lou Gehrig's disease.'" Peter Farrelly is on board to direct and executive produce alongside Kay, Lorne Michaels, Eddie Michaels, Michael Uslan, David Uslan and Charles Wessler for the Universal Television-based Broadway Video Television. Eig will co-executive produce. (THR.com)
MARVEL'S M.O.D.O.K. (Hulu) - Executive producer Joe Quesada, formerly Editor-In-Chief of Marvel Comics, has signed an exclusive first-look deal with Amazon Studios. (Deadline.com)
MARY & GEORGE (AMC) - Tony Curran has been cast as King James I in the Julianne Moore/Nicholas Galitzine-led drama, an adaptation of "The King's Assassin" by Benjamin Woolley. (Deadline.com)
RESIDENCE, THE (Netflix) - Barrett Foa will recur on the Shondaland murder-mystery drama as Elliot Morgan, "the first gentleman of the White House. He knows nothing about the social culture of Washington or the expectations of his role in the White House." (Deadline.com)
STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW (Disney+) - Director David Lowery is among the latest to be confirmed as helming an episode of the upcoming series. (Variety.com)
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[06/18/25 - 01:38 PM]
A Special Edition of 20/20: "Karen Read: The Verdict" Airs Tonight, Wednesday, June 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC, Next Day on Hulu
Moments after a verdict is reached in her second trial, ABC News chief national correspondent Matt Gutman brings viewers the latest details on the trial as well as interviews with O'Keefe's friends, family members, and those at the center of the case that has captivated the country.
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[06/18/25 - 01:05 PM]
Great American Media Enters 2025-2026 Upfront with New Partnerships, Original Content, and Growing Audiences
New and fan favorite series include "Crossroad Springs," "County Rescue," and "When Hope Calls," alongside marquee events like the Rose Parade and "Great American Rescue Bowl."
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[06/18/25 - 11:59 AM]
Lifetime Announces New Movies Centered on Women Finding Resilience Through Their Faith Despite Harrowing Circumstances
Chrissy Metz, Alexa PenaVega, Kat Graham and Paula Patton are among the featured talent.
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[06/18/25 - 11:31 AM]
Video: "People and Places" - Official Trailer - Disney+
The world is full of wonder - and it's closer than you think.
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[06/18/25 - 11:14 AM]
First Look: Hulu's "Zarna Garg: Practical People Win"
The comedy special premieres Friday, July 18 on Hulu.
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[06/18/25 - 11:01 AM]
Video: "Trainwreck: Balloon Boy" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A homemade flying saucer lifts off, and a 6-year-old boy might be inside. National panic ensues - but what truly happened? This documentary investigates.
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[06/18/25 - 11:00 AM]
AMC Networks' July Highlights Include "Nautilus," "Hell Motel," "The Furry Detectives," "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," "Call of the Night" and More
Other highlights include the premieres of "Kostas" and Summertide" on Acorn TV.
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[06/18/25 - 10:01 AM]
"MTV's The Challenge: Vets and New Threats" Premieres Wednesday, July 30 at 8PM ET/PT
This season, fresh faces and new threats have entered the arena with one goal: upend the old order and take it all.
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[06/18/25 - 10:00 AM]
Video: "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" - Season 17 Official Trailer - FX
In Season 17, the Gang craves money and parasitic social privileges.
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[06/18/25 - 10:00 AM]
2025 "NBA Draft Presented by State Farm" Exclusively on ESPN Platforms June 25-26
ABC and ESPN will both offer distinct presentations of the NBA Draft's first round on June 25, starting at 8 p.m. ET.
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[06/18/25 - 09:06 AM]
"Disney Jr. Let's Play!" to Be Held at Disney California Adventure Park on Friday, Aug. 8, and Downtown Disney District on Saturday, Aug. 9, and Sunday, Aug. 10
Throughout the weekend, guests will be able to participate in multiple limited-time photo opportunities, including a themed wall in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure along with the regular Disney Jr. programming available at the park.
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[06/18/25 - 09:00 AM]
"Shiny Happy People" Renewed for Season Two on Prime Video
Season two moves on from IBLP and dives headfirst into the Evangelical teen pop culture that exploded across the U.S. in the 90's and 00's, and the larger forces focused on harnessing their earnest faith for far-reaching influence.
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[06/18/25 - 08:00 AM]
A24's "On Becoming a Guinea Fowl," "Opus" and "Death of a Unicorn" Begin Streaming Exclusively on Max This July
Look for said films on July 4, July 11, and July 25, respectively.
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[06/18/25 - 08:00 AM]
"Welcome to Plathville" Returns to TLC with a Whirlwind New Season Premiering Tuesday, July 22 at 10PM ET/PT
It's a season filled with raw emotions, shocking surprises, new faces and fresh starts as each member of the family is finding their own way.
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[06/18/25 - 07:31 AM]
Netflix Announces "Bad Thoughts," Tom Segura's Dark and Twisted Comedic Series, Has Been Picked Up for Season 2
Said Segura: "It was such a thrill to get the opportunity to entertain and horrify audiences with our very Bad Thoughts on Netflix. We're all so excited to push things further with season 2. I promise your family will not approve of what we do."
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