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[08/09/23 - 08:01 PM]
Indonesian Period Drama "Cigarette Girl" Coming to Netflix on November 2
Based on the novel by Ratih Kumala, the period drama tells an epic romance set against the tobacco industry in 1960s Indonesia.

[08/09/23 - 06:01 PM]
Video: "Cold Case Files: DNA Speaks" - Trailer - Hulu
The new, 10-part documentary series focuses on murder cases that remained unsolved for decades and were ultimately cracked with DNA evidence.

[08/09/23 - 05:01 PM]
The Unlimited Possibilities of Japan's Unscripted Content
Among the 15 unscripted titles are dating show "Is She The Wolf?," premiering September 3 on Netflix.

[08/09/23 - 04:31 PM]
Video: "Risqué Business: Taiwan" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Shin Dong-youp and Sung Si-kyung embark on a laughter-filled journey to Taiwan, aiming to gain a deeper understanding of its sex culture and business.

[08/09/23 - 01:51 PM]
Disney+ to Launch Ad-Supported Subscription Offering in Several Countries Across Europe and in Canada on November 1
As pricing is updated for various plans later this year, subscribers in the U.S. will have access to a new ad-free bundled subscription plan, starting September 6, featuring Disney+ Premium and Hulu (No Ads) for $19.99/month.

[08/09/23 - 10:51 AM]
Fall Into Autumn with Great American Family - Seven New Original Movies Premiere as Part of Network's "Great American Autumn" Program Event, Begins September 2
Celebrating the season is at the heart of Great American Autumn.

[08/09/23 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Virgin River" Season 5 Part 1 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Mel adjusts to a different pace of life, Jack works to grow his business, and the town faces new threats as secrets begin to surface in Virgin River.

[08/09/23 - 10:01 AM]
MGM+ Original Docuseries "NFL Icons" Season Three Premieres October 21
Season three will spotlight Pro Football Hall of Famers Jim Brown, Charles Woodson, Bill Cowher, and Mike Singletary.

[08/09/23 - 09:35 AM]
FOX Renews Powerhouse Cooking Competition Series "MasterChef" for 14th Season with Judges Gordon Ramsay, Aaron Sanchez and Joe Bastianich
This summer, "MasterChef" is averaging 3.1 million Total Viewers in the Live + 7 Day metric, ranking as Wednesday's #1 entertainment program in the key Adults 18-49 demographic.

[08/09/23 - 09:04 AM]
Veteran Voices and Impressive Newcomers Highlight ESPN's Industry-Leading College Football Coverage for 2023-24 Season
More than two dozen teams of veteran play-by-play commentators, multifaceted analysts and versatile reporters will cover the season from August's Week 0 kickoff through the College Football Playoff National Championship in Houston in January 2024.

[08/09/23 - 09:03 AM]
New Season of "Mountain Men" Starts August 24 on The History Channel
In the farthest reaches of the North American wilderness, some of the bravest men and women chose to step away from modern conveniences to embrace this rugged lifestyle.

[08/09/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Put a ring on it - or split? Five new couples test their commitment by pairing up with different partners in another season of this social experiment.

[08/09/23 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Orders Comedy "The Franchise" to Series
Himesh Patel and Aya Cash star alongside previously announced cast Jessica Hynes, Billy Magnussen, Lolly Adefope, Darren Goldstein, Isaac Powell, Richard E. Grant, and Daniel Brühl in the half-hour comedy series from Sam Mendes, Armando Iannucci, and Jon Brown.

[08/09/23 - 08:35 AM]
Video: Peacock Releases Official Trailer for Three-Part Event "The Continental: From the World of John Wick"
The three-part event premieres September 22, followed by Night 2 airing September 29 and Night 3 airing October 6.

[08/09/23 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "FC Barcelona: A New Era" Season 2 - Official Trailer
Find out how the journey went in the new season starting on September 6.

[08/09/23 - 07:00 AM]
New Apple Original Comedy "Still Up" to Premiere Globally Friday, September 22 on Apple TV+
"Still Up" is an almost romantic comedy set in the after-hours world of insomniacs Danny (Craig Roberts) and Lisa (Antonia Thomas) who have no secrets except their feelings for each other.

[08/09/23 - 06:32 AM]
Video: "Predators" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Experience life through the eyes of cheetahs, polar bears and more of the planet's most powerful hunters as they fight against the odds to survive.

[08/09/23 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "B.O." - Official Trailer - Netflix Brazil
A fearful delegate. A squadron of fearless policemen. When these worlds collide in a police department in Rio de Janeiro, anything can happen.

[08/09/23 - 06:00 AM]
Disney+ Subscribers Will Receive Special Access to "Star Wars: Ahsoka" Merchandise When Series Premieres on August 23
U.S. Disney+ subscribers will be granted early access to products including the Ahsoka Legacy Saber Set, all-new adult and youth Ahsoka fleece and t-shirts, a Star Wars Chopper (C1-10P) Interactive Remote Control Astromech Droid toy, collectibles including an Ahsoka bust, pin, and mug, and more (while supplies last)!

[08/09/23 - 02:01 AM]
Video: "Lighthouse" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Two leading entertainers casually get together for some real talk, shedding light on their vulnerabilities and worries, with lots of laughs along the way.

[08/08/23 - 08:01 PM]
Video: "6ixtynin9 The Series" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A woman, fired from a financial corporation, returns home with no money. However, she finds a box with a fortune in front of her door, and decides to keep it. However, the people that left it there soon want it back.

[08/08/23 - 05:31 PM]
Video: "Lawmen: Bass Reeves" - Tease - Paramount+
"Lawmen: Bass Reeves" comes from executive producer Taylor Sheridan and stars award-winning actor David Oyelowo.

[08/08/23 - 03:01 PM]
ABC News' 'Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in All Key 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 (+2% - 884,000 vs. 864,000).

[08/08/23 - 11:20 AM]
TLC Fan-Favorites "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" and "Welcome to Plathville" Set to Anchor Tuesday Nights Beginning September 5
Both of these popular series spotlight the ups and downs of changing family dynamics and the heartfelt, relatable journeys that come with navigating life's twists and turns will be on full display.

[08/08/23 - 10:42 AM]
CNN Films to Premiere "Little Richard: I Am Everything" for TV on Monday, September 4 at 9pm ET/PT
The film had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and tells the story of the Black queer origins of rock n' roll, exploding the whitewashed canon of American pop music to reveal the innovator - the originator - Richard Penniman.

[08/08/23 - 10:06 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of July 31: "The Lincoln Lawyer" and "Heartstopper" Return Atop the English TV List
Returning favorites rounded out the list with "The Witcher" Season 3 at #3 (5.4M views), "Sweet Magnolias" Season 3 at #4 (2.9M views), "Fatal Seduction" at #7 (1.9M views), "Too Hot to Handle" at #8 (1.9M views) and "CoComelon" at #10 (1.6M views).

[08/08/23 - 09:54 AM]
Hallmark Media's Wonya Lucas to Step Down as President & CEO at the End of 2023
Lucas will continue to serve on the Hallmark Media Board of Directors where her experiences and insights will help shape the strategic direction of the business.

[08/08/23 - 09:31 AM]
Video: "Sitting in Bars with Cake" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
Inspired by true events, the film follows best friends Jane (Yara Shahidi) and Corinne (Odessa A'zion) navigating life in Los Angeles in their twenties.

[08/08/23 - 09:13 AM]
MTV Reveals Nominations for 2023 "Video Music Awards" ("VMAs")
Taylor Swift (8) leads this year's nominations, looking for a repeat "Video of the Year" victory after breaking records last year to become the only artist to win 3x in the highly covered category.

[08/08/23 - 09:13 AM]
Apple and Major League Baseball Announce September "Friday Night Baseball" Schedule on Apple TV+
Fans in 60 countries and regions can enjoy two marquee matchups over 25 weeks with no local broadcast restrictions.

[08/08/23 - 09:07 AM]
A New Adventure Begins with "LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest" Premiering August 18, Exclusively on Disney+
The all-new animated special features the voices of Jodi Benson as Ariel, Auli'i Cravalho as Moana, Mandy Moore as Rapunzel, Anika Noni Rose as Tiana, and Katie Von Till as Snow White.

[08/08/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Fair Play" - Official Trailer - Netflix
An unexpected promotion at a cutthroat hedge fund pushes a young couple's relationship to the brink, threatening to unravel far more than their recent engagement.

[08/08/23 - 08:22 AM]
A New 10-Episode Season of Hit Series "Tough Love with Hilary Farr" Premieres Monday, Sept. 4, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV
In season two of the hit HGTV series, a new roster of discontented homeowners will receive a spoonful of "Tough Love with Hilary Farr" to cure their house-related woes.

[08/08/23 - 08:01 AM]
Suspenseful and Compelling Anthology Series, "The Pact," Returns to Sundance Now and AMC+ on Thursday, August 31
The new six-part season from returning series creator Pete McTighe will see the series tell a whole new story with a brand-new cast while maintaining the series' beautiful Welsh setting and its focus on secrets and lies.

[08/08/23 - 08:00 AM]
Video: Prime Video Releases Trailer and Key Art for "Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey"
The film is a character-driven documentary that follows some of the most intriguing prospects in the NBA's developmental league, the NBA G League, as they compete to earn the ultimate reward of an NBA roster spot.

[08/08/23 - 07:06 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Drops Trailer for Gripping New Series "The Changeling," Starring and Executive Produced by LaKeith Stanfield
"The Changeling" will make its global debut with the first three episodes on Friday, September 8 on Apple TV+, followed by one new episode every Friday through October 13.

[08/08/23 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "The Conversations Project" - Official Trailer - Hulu
Take a seat with our dinner party hosts Elaine Welteroth, David Lawrence, and Marc Spears and their phenomenal guests as they kick off "The Conversations Project."

[08/08/23 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Archer" - Final Season Official Trailer - FX
Rampage like it's your last. The final season of FXX's "Archer" premieres August 30.

[08/08/23 - 12:01 AM]
Video: "A Day and a Half" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In a desperate bid to reunite with his daughter, an armed man bursts into the medical center where his estranged wife works and kidnaps her.

[08/07/23 - 02:01 PM]
Video: "Once Upon a Crime" - Official Trailer - Netflix
While at the royal ball with Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood finds herself in the middle of a mystery. Can she solve the case before midnight strikes?

[08/07/23 - 12:07 PM]
TLC Ranks as the #1 Cable Network on Monday Night with Key Demos
"90 Day Fiance: The Other Way" was the number one cable program of the night with Women 25-54, Women 18-49 and Women 18-34, including a season high 1.52 L3 rating among Women 25-54.

[08/07/23 - 10:11 AM]
Peacock Announces Catch-Up Event Ahead of Season Two Premiere of Craig Robinson's "Killing It," with Episodes Dropping on YouTube, TikTok and USA Network
Season two premieres on Thursday, August 17 with all episodes.

[08/07/23 - 10:00 AM]
Great American Family Reigns as TV's Fastest-Growing Network for Nine Consecutive Months
Great American Family also retained its position as TV's fastest-growing network in 2023 to-date with the largest gains in Total Day Households (+165%) and Total Viewers (+161%); and Primetime Households (+141%) and Total Viewers (+139%).

[08/07/23 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Kim vs. Kanye: The Divorce" - Official Trailer - Max
Two sides. One divorce. "Kim vs. Kanye: The Divorce" is now streaming on Max.

[08/07/23 - 08:02 AM]
Disney's Live-Action Reimagining of "The Little Mermaid" to Debut on Disney+ September 6, 2023
Disney+ subscribers will be able to access special bonus content, including Oscar winner Javier Bardem as King Triton performing the song "Impossible Child."

[08/07/23 - 07:32 AM]
Video: "Love, Sex & 30 Candles" - Trailer - Netflix
When they hit the age of 30, Dikeledi, Sade, Linda and Nolwazi deal with hardships, relationships and one little secret that might tear their friendship apart.

[08/07/23 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Down for Love" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A heartwarming quest for love, this feel-good reality show follows several people with Down syndrome as they navigate the trials and triumphs of dating.

[08/07/23 - 07:30 AM]
Stand Up to Cancer Returns on August 19, 2023 for Eighth Roadblock Televised Fundraising Special Commemorating 15 Years of Impact
The biennial special will air simultaneously on more than 50 participating media platforms across the United States and Canada, including all four major broadcast networks in the U.S. Broadcasters carrying the show are donating one hour of simultaneous commercial-free prime time.

[08/07/23 - 05:17 AM]
International Originals Travel to Paramount+ Globally
Among the slate of originals, British drama "The Gold" will premiere across all international markets on September 14 and in the US on September 17.

[08/07/23 - 05:01 AM]
The CW Network Extends Contract of Dennis Miller as President
"Dennis has done an outstanding job since taking leadership of The CW," said Perry Sook, Nexstar's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.







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[11/20/24 - 12:30 PM]
Slam Dunk! Disney, ESPN and the NBA Team Up to Present "Dunk the Halls" - the First Real-Time, Animated NBA Game: San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks on Christmas Day
"Dunk the Halls" will be presented on ESPN2, Disney+ and ESPN+.

[11/20/24 - 12:06 PM]
Australian Hulu Original Scripted Drama Series "The Artful Dodger" Is Back for Season 2
The eight-episode Season 2 has an all-star returning cast including Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Jack Dawkins aka The Artful Dodger, David Thewlis as Fagin, and Maia Mitchell as Lady Belle Fox.

[11/20/24 - 12:00 PM]
Third Annual "LEGO Masters: Celebrity Holiday Bricktacular" Premieres Tuesday, Dec. 10 and Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 8:00 - 10:00PM ET/PT on FOX
Special celebrity guests include Sophia Bush, Holly Robinson Peete, Eric McCormack and Lil Rel Howery pairing up with fan-favorite former contestants to compete in jaw-dropping holiday-themed challenges for charities of their choice.

[11/20/24 - 12:00 PM]
"Glitter and Greed: The Lisa Frank Story" to Premiere December 5 on Prime Video
The four-part documentary penetrates the neon-hued world of Lisa Frank Inc., a brand that defined girlhood for a generation of Americans only to seemingly disappear overnight.

[11/20/24 - 11:03 AM]
Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro Set to Host "The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular" Airing Sunday, Dec. 1, on ABC and Stream Next Day on Hulu and Disney+
Narrated by Kristen Bell, who will share the tale of how the Disney Parks kicks off the most magical holiday ever, "The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular" airs Sunday, December 1.

[11/20/24 - 11:00 AM]
Paramount+ with Showtime Announces "The Honey Trap: A True Story of Love, Lies and the FBI" Premiering Friday, December 6th
The documentary feature, directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Chris Moukarbel, is a dramatic tale of espionage, propaganda, and romance, following the infamous Berlin rapper Denis Cuspert aka Deso Dogg and his journey from artist to MMA fighter to ISIS recruiter.

[11/20/24 - 10:34 AM]
Bravo Rings in the New Year with "Southern Hospitality" Season Three Premiering Thursday, Jan. 2 at 9 P.M. ET/PT
The Queen of King Street, Leva Bonaparte, and her staff - Joe Bradley, Bradley Carter, TJ Dinch, Maddi Reese and Emmy Sharrett - are back for an unforgettable summer of work, play and debauchery.

[11/20/24 - 10:01 AM]
Peacock's New Docuseries "Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story" Goes Inside the Cultural Phenomenon to Reveal the Dark Underbelly of Joe Francis' World
The docuseries, premiering December 3 exclusively on Peacock, includes Francis' first in-depth, in-person interview with a journalist in almost a decade.

[11/20/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Anthony Jeselnik: Bones and All" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Anthony Jeselnik celebrates 20 years of delivering boundary-pushing comedy to the masses in this razor-sharp stand-up special.

[11/20/24 - 10:01 AM]
The CW Network Sets 2025 Midseason Premiere Dates for New and Returning Series
Season 7 of the hit series "All American," starring Michael Evans Behling, Greta Onieogou and Bre-Z, kicks off with a special sneak peek on Wednesday, January 29 (8:00-9:00pm ET/PT) before premiering in its regular timeslot on Monday, February 3 (8:00-9:00pm ET/PT).

[11/20/24 - 10:00 AM]
"The Simpsons" - Pamela Hayden, the Voice of Milhouse and Other Iconic Characters Retires the Show After 35 Years
Hear Pamela give her final voice to Milhouse and Jimbo Jones in an all-new episode this Sunday, November 24 on FOX.

[11/20/24 - 09:34 AM]
AXS TV Presents Every Star-Studded Episode from Season One of the Emmy-Nominated Hit "Nashville" in a Special Two-Day Marathon on December 7 & 8, Starting at 10A ET
As part of the event, AXS TV presents new exclusive interviews with cast members Clare Bowen, Charles Esten, Jonathan Jackson, and Sam Palladio.

[11/20/24 - 09:05 AM]
Food Network's Emmy-Nominated Series, "Kids Baking Championship," Returns with an All-New Animal-Inspired Season
Hosts and judges, Duff Goldman and Kardea Brown, welcome a new field of talented kid bakers to the kitchen for challenges inspired by creatures big and small, including a few fluffy, furry and feathery friends who drop in to the kitchen for live appearances over the course of the season.

[11/20/24 - 09:01 AM]
First Look: Netflix's "Zero Day" Premieres on February 20, 2025
The limited series stars Robert De Niro as respected former U.S. President George Mullen, who, as head of the Zero Day Commission, is charged with finding the perpetrators of a devastating cyber attack that has caused chaos around the country and thousands of fatalities.

[11/20/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Dream Productions" - Official Trailer
Disney and Pixar's all-new four-episode limited series is available December 11 only on Disney+.