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[05/23/23 - 03:59 PM]
Most-Watched NBA Playoffs on ESPN Platforms in 11 Years
Last night's series-clinching victory by the Denver Nuggets over the Los Angeles Lakers averaged 8,209,000 viewers, peaking with 11,482,000 viewers from 11-11:15 p.m. ET.

[05/23/23 - 01:29 PM]
Meet the Celebrity Guest Judges from Season Two of "Crime Scene Kitchen" - Premiering Monday, June 5 on FOX
NeNe Leakes, Martina McBride, Richard Blais and Dwight Howard are all on tap this season.

[05/23/23 - 12:30 PM]
"60 Minutes" Continues Its Reign as Television's #1 News Program for the 2022-2023 Season
Out of 30 airings, the newsmagazine made the top five 23 times and the top 10 29 times.

[05/23/23 - 11:31 AM]
For the Second Year in a Row, "20/20" Is Friday's No. 1 Newsmagazine Across the Board - Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49 - for the Broadcast Season
Further, "20/20" outperformed NBC's "Dateline" in both key demos for the fourth time in the last five broadcast seasons.

[05/23/23 - 11:30 AM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in All Target Demos - Total Viewers, Adults 25-54 and Adults 18-49
Season to date, "Nightline" is growing compared to the same point last season in Total Viewers (+4% - 902,000 vs. 869,000).

[05/23/23 - 11:15 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of May 15: "The Mother" Is This Week's Most Viewed Title; Love Is in the Air with "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" and "XO, Kitty"
Season 6 of "Selling Sunset," which had 22.78M hours viewed, and limited doc series "McGregor Forever" with 20.85M hours viewed both came out swinging, making the list in their debut weeks.

[05/23/23 - 11:02 AM]
Netflix Offers First Look at "Glamorous" Season 1, Coming June 22
The series stars Miss Benny as Marco Mejia, a gender non-conforming queer man whose life seems to be stuck until he lands a job working for legendary makeup mogul Madolyn Addison, played by Kim Cattrall.

[05/23/23 - 10:25 AM]
NBA TV to Premiere "Everything But the Chip" Documentary Revisiting Allen Iverson & the Philadelphia 76ers' Memorable Run to the 2001 NBA Finals, Wednesday, May 31, at 8 p.m. ET
Led by 2001 NBA MVP Allen Iverson and 2001 NBA Coach of the Year Larry Brown, the 76ers won their first 10 games and never looked back in the Eastern Conference, eventually reaching the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

[05/23/23 - 10:17 AM]
Video: Trailer & Key Art Debut - Onyx Collective's "Searching for Soul Food"
The series follows rock star celebrity chef, Alisa Reynolds, as she discovers what soul food looks like around the world.

[05/23/23 - 10:01 AM]
Warner Bros. Discovery's Enhanced Streaming Platform Max Launches Today
Max is the streaming destination for HBO with a dedicated homepage experience, along with Max Originals, Warner Bros. films, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and best-in-class unscripted programming across food, home, reality, lifestyle true crime and more from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, and ID, all in one place.

[05/23/23 - 10:01 AM]
Netflix Announces "Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators"
The five-episode series chronicles the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and gripping behind-the-scenes stories of one of the biggest spectacles on television during the height of the '90s.

[05/23/23 - 10:01 AM]
MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) to Air Live Around the World on Tuesday, September 12th at 8PM ET/PT
Airing live around the world in more than 150 countries, this year's global fan-filled spectacle will honor the best music videos of the past year with unforgettable performances, epic tributes and show-stopping appearances from music's biggest stars.

[05/23/23 - 09:31 AM]
Video: "Skull Island" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Welcome back to his island. The next chapter of the Monsterverse begins. Only on Netflix June 22.

[05/23/23 - 09:23 AM]
Nickelodeon's Beloved "Blue's Clues" Hosts Reunite This Weekend in Brand-New "Blue's Clues & You!" Episode and TV Premiere of the Paramount+ Original Film "Blue's Big City Adventure"
"The Case of the Missing Thinking Chair," premiering Friday, May 26 on Nickelodeon, follows Josh and Blue as they embark on a puzzling quest to find the missing Thinking Chair.

[05/23/23 - 09:16 AM]
Channel 5 and AMC Networks' Acorn TV Return to Sainte Victore for More Escapist Charm with Third Series of "The Madame Blanc Mysteries"
The new season sees renowned and respected antiques dealer, Jean White, return with her expertise in the world of antiquities proving to be the key to solving a series of murders and mysteries against the backdrop of the beautiful French village of Sainte Victoire.

[05/23/23 - 08:30 AM]
NBA on ABC: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets Series Delivered Most-Watched NBA Conference Finals Game 3 on Any Network Since 2011
The ABC broadcast generated an average audience of 8,384,000 viewers, peaking with 10,788,000 viewers from 10:45 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET, according to Nielsen.

[05/23/23 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Not Quite Narwhal" New Series Trailer - Netflix Jr
Curious and fun-loving Kelp always believed he was a narwhal, until the day he made the most amazing discovery... He's actually a... unicorn!

[05/23/23 - 08:01 AM]
Christina Hall Returns in Eleven New Episodes of HGTV Hit Docu-Series "Christina on the Coast" on Thursday, June 29, at 9 PM ET/PT
Real estate expert and designer Christina Hall will embark on the next chapter of sunny SoCal adventures in eleven fresh episodes of her HGTV hit docu-series.

[05/23/23 - 08:00 AM]
Video: "Morimoto's Sushi Master" Official Trailer - Available on The Roku Channel on June 16
Hosted by Lyrica Okano, the six-episode series highlights the skill, ingredients, delicacy and talent needed to perfect the art of sushi-making.

[05/23/23 - 07:39 AM]
Devin McCourty Joins NBC Sports' "Football Night in America"
McCourty spent his entire career as a member of the New England Patriots, playing 13 seasons as a defensive back and helping the team win Super Bowls XLIX, LI and LIII.

[05/23/23 - 07:17 AM]
Video: Acorn TV Unveils Trailer for "Cannes Confidential," New Original International Romantic Crime Drama, Premiering June 26
The six-part series will premiere with the first two episodes on Monday, June 26 on Acorn TV, with two new episodes premiering weekly every Monday through July 10.

[05/23/23 - 06:01 AM]
ABC Owned Television Stations Documentary "Our America: Mental State" to Premiere on Hulu Friday, May 26, and Will Air Across the Eight ABC Owned Television Stations Beginning May 27
The one-hour documentary further continues the story from ABC30/KFSN's award-winning five-part documentary series "A Critical State of Mind: A Look into California's Mental Health."

[05/23/23 - 04:51 AM]
New Stories About Hitmakers and Musical Pioneers Eazy-E, Prince, Guns N' Roses and Journey Premiere in June 2023
"Guns N' Roses: America's Most Dangerous Band" and "Journey: A Voice Lost... and Found" are among the featured programs coming to Reelz.

[05/23/23 - 02:09 AM]
Clara Lago and Tamar Novas Start the Shooting for "Clanes"
In "Clanes," a new lawyer arrives to settle in the small town of Cambados.

[05/23/23 - 02:01 AM]
Video: "iNumber Number: Jozi Gold" - Official Teaser - Netflix
When an undercover cop is tasked with investigating a historic gold heist in Johannesburg, he's forced to choose between his conscience and the law.

[05/22/23 - 08:01 PM]
Video: "Ooku: The Inner Chambers" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The tale is set in the magnificent city of Edo, where a reversal of gender roles spurs a whirl of emotions.

[05/22/23 - 08:00 PM]
LL Cool J to Join "NCIS: Hawai'i" as Recurring Guest Star, Reprising His Role as Sam Hanna from "NCIS: Los Angeles"
He'll join the series as a recurring guest star in the upcoming third season.

[05/22/23 - 02:43 PM]
Video: "The Freak Brothers" Season 2 - Official Promo - A Tubi Original
In the second season, the Freaks and Kitty's Mary Jane-fueled misadventures will take them from their high school reunion to matching wits with Mark Zuckerberg, settling old scores with Mitch McConnell, and battling Seth Rogen in a Pot Brownie Bake-Off contest.

[05/22/23 - 02:21 PM]
Max Announces an Expanded Roster of 4K Programming Available To Stream on Its Ultimate Ad-Free Tier on May 23
"We understand the value of offering our users a cinematic playback experience and to that end, we've implemented more advanced technology workflows that allow us to release more 4K content in a faster, more efficient way," said Sudheer Sirivara, Global Technology Platform, Warner Bros. Discovery.

[05/22/23 - 02:16 PM]
New Vice Series "Queer Sports" Premieres on Friday, June 23rd
A sports talk show featuring pro athletes tackling issues from the world of sports and the culture surrounding them, taking a deeper look at the people and moments that have a particular impact on the LGBTQ+ community by centering underrepresented voices.

[05/22/23 - 12:20 PM]
Bravo's Dynamic Duo Returns When "Luann and Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake" Premieres with Back-to-Back Episodes on Sunday, July 9 at 9 P.M. ET/PT
The Benton City Council surprises the town residents by inviting "Real Housewives" icons Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan to help spruce up their small town (population just shy of 7,000) that was devastated by the pandemic.

[05/22/23 - 11:02 AM]
Actress, Producer and New York Times Best Selling Author, Gabrielle Union Set to Debut New 2-Part Special "Gabrielle Union: My Journey to 50" on BET+
The two-part special, premiering June 15, follows Gabrielle, husband Dwyane Wade, family, friends and loved ones on an epic journey as she travels across multiple countries in Africa in celebration of her 50th birthday.

[05/22/23 - 10:39 AM]
Prime Video Tips Off 2023 WNBA Coverage with WNBA Commissioner's Cup Matchup Between the Phoenix Mercury and Minnesota Lynx on Thursday, May 25
This season, Prime Video will exclusively stream 20 WNBA games, including five doubleheaders, as well as the WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship Game.

[05/22/23 - 10:16 AM]
NBC's Compelling New Docuseries "LA Fire & Rescue" from Executive Producer Dick Wolf Premieres Wednesday, June 21 at 8 P.M. ET/PT
The series offers unprecedented access to the inner workings of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

[05/22/23 - 10:00 AM]
Max Original Romantic-Documentary Dating Series "Swiping America" Debuts June 15
This sexy and true to life rom-doc dating series follows a group of diverse singles from New York City on an introspective, eight-city dating app journey, as they explore personal issues around sex, relationships, love and connection.

[05/22/23 - 10:00 AM]
CBS Announces Its Summer Reality Premiere Schedule
New seasons of "Big Brother," "The Challenge: USA" and "Secret Celebrity Renovation" will be joined by newcomer "Superfan."

[05/22/23 - 09:01 AM]
"Tom Segura: Sledgehammer" Will Premiere Globally on Netflix July 4th
Performing to an energized sold out crowd in Phoenix, Arizona, Tom explores his "admiration" for Brad Pitt, what it's like raising two sons, and the lessons learned from sharing his gummies with his mother.

[05/22/23 - 07:43 AM]
Netflix Appoints Arnold Schwarzenegger as Chief Action Officer
The streamer also details its current and upcoming action series and films.

[05/22/23 - 07:30 AM]
Starz Sets Season Two Premiere of Its Hit Drama Series "Power Book IV: Force" on September 1
After cutting ties in New York, Tommy Egan's newfound family and ruthless drug game enticed him to stay in Chicago.

[05/21/23 - 08:01 PM]
Video: "Delete" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Have you ever wished to make someone completely disappear from your life?

[05/20/23 - 10:31 AM]
Video: "This World Can't Tear Me Down" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When an old friend returns to the neighborhood, Zerocalcare wants to help him find his place back in the world. But what's the right thing to do?

[05/19/23 - 11:24 PM]
Development Update: Friday, May 19
Updates include: Molly Burnett exits NBC's "Law & Order: SVU"; Disney+ to keep "Howard" amid public backlash; and Max's "The Penguin" resumes filming.

[05/19/23 - 02:30 PM]
ABC News Studios' "Soul of a Nation" Presents One-Hour Primetime Special Delving Into the Rise of Asians in Hollywood, in Honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
"The New Face of Hollywood - A Soul of a Nation Presentation" airs Friday, May 26, at 8:00 p.m. EDT on ABC, next day on Hulu.

[05/19/23 - 09:20 AM]
ABC's "Jeopardy! Masters" Series Debut Is Most-Watched Primetime "Jeopardy!" Telecast Since January 2020
"Jeopardy! Masters" premiered as the strongest unscripted series debut on any network on any night in Total Viewers (6.7 million) in nearly 2-1/2 years.

[05/19/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Shooting Stars" - Official Trailer - Peacock Original
"Shooting Stars" is the inspiring origin story of a basketball superhero, revealing how LeBron James and his childhood friends become the #1 high school team in the country.

[05/19/23 - 09:00 AM]
Hulu Originals & Exclusives Summer 2023 Programming Slate
New date announcements include "Only Murders in the Building" Season Three, "This Fool" season two, "Secrets & Sisterhood: The Sozahdahs," "Secret Chef," "Miguel Wants to Fight" and "The Jewel Thief."

[05/19/23 - 08:56 AM]
New Vice Series "One Star Reviews" Premieres on Monday, June 19th
Online reviews can make or break a business, and enough one star reviews can be the kiss of death. Host Taji Ameen personally reviews businesses to see if they're as bad as the internet says, or just misunderstood.

[05/19/23 - 07:15 AM]
Hulu Announces Music Performance Documentary "Imagine Dragons Live in Vegas" from Interscope Records Premiering July 14
Far from the days of playing in dive bars and casinos across the Las Vegas Strip, Imagine Dragons returns home to perform at the city's largest stage, Allegiant Stadium, in a triumphant concert film that showcases the band's rise to fame and the city that helped shape their sound.

[05/19/23 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "Barracuda Queens" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When they fall deep into debt, a group of young women in an affluent Stockholm suburb turns to robbing their neighbors' houses. Inspired by true events.

[05/18/23 - 11:45 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, May 18
Updates include: Disney+, Hulu to drop dozens of projects in cost-cutting move; The CW holds off on fates for three series; and Comedy Central pulls the plug on "Hell of a Week," "Tooning Out the News."







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[11/15/24 - 11:44 AM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Halloween Week Scares Up Season Highs in Total Viewers and Households
Thursday's Halloween celebration "Only HALLOWEEN in the Building," featuring the annual fan-favorite costume contest, was the show's top telecast in both Total Viewers (2.396 million) and Households (1.64 rating) in seven months.

[11/15/24 - 11:01 AM]
Video: NBC's New Hit Comedy "St. Denis Medical" Boosts Fan Engagement by Dropping First Episode on TikTok and YouTube Today
Building on the series' rave reviews and tremendous momentum that saw 87 million video views leading up to premiere night, NBC is expanding the show's reach by gifting viewers the first episode for free on both platforms through December 1.

[11/15/24 - 11:00 AM]
"Special Forces: World's Toughest Test" Returns for Season Three with an Epic, Edge-of-Your-Seat Five-Week Event Featuring 2-Hour Mega Episodes Premiering Wednesday, January 8
Each week, the two-hour super charged episodes will feature household names enduring some of the harshest, most grueling challenges from the playbook of the actual Special Forces selection process.

[11/15/24 - 10:14 AM]
"Dancing with the Stars" 500th Telecast Is Top Entertainment Program of the Night in Adults 18-49
In addition, the milestone episode ranked as the No. 1 telecast on Tuesday night in Women 18-34 (0.92 rating) and Women 18-49 (0.95 rating), as well as Teens 12-17 (0.29 rating) and Adults 25-54 (0.93 rating).

[11/15/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Kylie Cantrall Is Back as Red in New Music Video "Red Christmas" Available Now on Disney+ and YouTube
Cantrall originated the character in this summer's smash hit Disney Original movie "Descendants: The Rise of Red," becoming Disney+'s most-watched Live Action Original Movie since "Hocus Pocus 2" with over 33 million views in just 12 weeks.

[11/15/24 - 09:00 AM]
AMC Networks' "Best Christmas Ever" Returns with Month-Long Celebration of the Holidays Beginning November 30
With over 550 hours of holiday programming, AMC's jolly lineup has something for everyone in the family.

[11/15/24 - 08:31 AM]
The Country Music Association and ABC Celebrate Country Music's Biggest Night with Special Programming Leading Into "The 58th Annual CMA Awards"
Country music fans will have a front-row seat to their favorite country music stars starting this weekend.

[11/15/24 - 08:04 AM]
ABC News Announces Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Special Hosted by Luke Bryan Ahead of the 2024 CMA Awards
"Vegas Lights & Country Nights: Countdown to the CMA Awards - A Special Edition of 20/20" will air Tuesday, November 19, at 10:01 p.m. EST on ABC.

[11/15/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "The New York Times Presents: Weight of the World" - Official Teaser - FX
As GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity for weight loss, this film follows three people on their own GLP-1 journeys and explores how decades of diet culture and society's relentless pursuit of thinness paved the way for their rise.

[11/15/24 - 05:31 AM]
Conan O'Brien to Host 97th Oscars
"America demanded it, and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," said O'Brien.

[11/15/24 - 03:02 AM]
Video: "Seven Doors" - Main Trailer - Netflix
All hail the king. "Seven Doors" will open December 13. Only on Netflix.

[11/15/24 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "1992" - Official Trailer - Netflix Spain
An enraged serial killer, mysteriously linked to Expo 92 in Seville, burns his victims alive in this series directed by Álex de la Iglesia.

[11/14/24 - 02:02 PM]
Video: "Second Chance Stage" - Official Trailer - Max
Your dream is waiting. "Second Chance Stage" premieres November 28 on Max.

[11/14/24 - 01:23 PM]
Video: Paramount+ with Showtime Presents Key Art and All-New Featurette Revealed for Showtime's "The Agency"
The highly-anticipated espionage political thriller features a star-studded cast, including 2x Academy Award nominee Michael Fassbender and series regulars Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, Katherine Waterston, John Magaro, Alex Reznik, Andrew Brooke, Harriet Sansom Harris, India Fowler, Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Reza Brojerdi and Richard Gere.

[11/14/24 - 12:41 PM]
Celebrity Heroes Take On Superstar Villains in Quest to Conquer the Kitchen in "Worst Cooks in America Celebrity Edition: Heroes vs. Villains"
Returning mentor Chef Jeff Mauro welcomes newcomer Chef Antonia Lofaso to transform these culinary disasters into cooking masters with each leading their own team of meal-making misfits.