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[05/16/25 - 11:16 PM]
Development Update: Week of May 12-16
Updates include: Ryan Kiera Armstrong to star in Hulu's "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" revival; Kevin Bacon's "The Bondsman" canceled after one season; and Ernie Hudson cast in "Boston Blue" at CBS.

[05/16/25 - 11:48 AM]
"American Idol" Sunday and Monday "Disney" Nights Tower Over the Competition
Sunday's episode of "American Idol" earned 5.27 million Total Viewers and a 0.62 rating in Adults 18-49.

[05/16/25 - 11:26 AM]
Video: "Death Valley" - BritBox Original Trailer
A retired actor. A struggling young detective. They're the perfect crime-fighting duo - when they get along.

[05/16/25 - 11:02 AM]
NBC to Air Encore of "SNL50: The Anniversary Special" on Sunday, June 8
The special, which originally aired February 16 live on NBC and Peacock, has garnered 22 million viewers across all platforms.

[05/16/25 - 11:02 AM]
Video: BET+ Original Movie - Official Trailer - "To Get Her"
In a foreign country, a mother, her sister, and her friend must take matters into their own hands to rescue her missing daughter.

[05/16/25 - 10:00 AM]
Prime Video Announces Multi-Title Licensing Deal with Glitch Productions, Starting with Fan-Favorite Indie Web Series "Murder Drones"
The fan-favorite series has garnered over 270 million views on YouTube captivating audiences with its unique blend of humor, horror, and survival in a frozen post-apocalyptic world with hormonal (and sometimes murderous) robots.

[05/16/25 - 09:16 AM]
2025 NBA Western Conference Finals: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder or Denver Nuggets Exclusively on ESPN Platforms
ESPN's lead NBA broadcast team - Mike Breen, analysts Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson and reporter Lisa Salters will provide commentary.

[05/16/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: HBO Releases Official Trailer and Key Art for the Original Film "Mountainhead," Written and Directed by Jesse Armstrong, Debuting May 31
A group of billionaire friends get together against the backdrop of a rolling international crisis.

[05/16/25 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "The Heart Knows" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After a heart transplant, Manuel feels a personality shift and explores his donor's life, leading him to meet the widowed Vale and her community.

[05/16/25 - 08:00 AM]
"Mickey 17" Begins Streaming Exclusively on Max May 23
From the Academy Award-winning writer/director of "Parasite," Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience.

[05/16/25 - 06:01 AM]
Lady Gaga Takes the Stage at Netflix Tudum 2025: The Live Event
Tudum LIVE is Netflix's global fan event, named after the iconic sound that plays at the start of every Netflix movie, series or event.

[05/16/25 - 06:00 AM]
Starz Adds Shameik Moore to Cast of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" as "Breeze," A Pivotal Character in the "Power" Universe
Moore will join the cast as a series regular in the prequel series' upcoming fifth season, which has also been confirmed as the final season.

[05/15/25 - 03:30 PM]
CNN to Exclusively Air Live George Clooney's Five-Time Tony Nominated Broadway Play "Good Night, and Good Luck" on Saturday, June 7 at 7pm ET Across CNN Platforms
Clooney commented, "I can't tell you how exciting it is to do something that's never been done. CNN is the perfect place to bring this story of courage to so many more people than we could have ever hoped. Live TV. No net. Buckle up everyone."

[05/15/25 - 02:07 PM]
"9-1-1" Hits Six-Month High as Show Builds Toward Season Finale
Standing as the No. 1 non-sports telecast of the night in the key Adult demo, "9-1-1" delivered 6.48 million Total Viewers and a 0.63 rating among Adults 18-49 on linear.

[05/15/25 - 01:59 PM]
Max Original Documentary "Bloody Trophy" Debuts May 16
A hard-hitting journalistic investigation into the illegal rhino horn trade leads straight to Poland and exposes the shadowy involvement of the Vietnamese mafia.

[05/15/25 - 01:05 PM]
ABC News Studios Announces "Hey Beautiful: Anatomy of a Romance Scam" Begins Streaming May 20, Only on Hulu
There's big money in the lonely-hearts business with online scammers primed to take advantage of vulnerable women around the world.

[05/15/25 - 12:19 PM]
Award-Winning Actor Michael J. Fox to Guest Star in Apple's Hit Comedy "Shrinking"
Details around the role are being kept under wraps.

[05/15/25 - 11:00 AM]
"Cleaner" Begins Streaming Exclusively on Max June 13
Set in present-day London, a group of radical activists take over an energy company's annual gala, seizing 300 hostages in order to expose the corruption of the hosts.

[05/15/25 - 10:01 AM]
"Raid the Cage" Is Back Wednesdays at 9 PM Starting May 28
The series returns to CBS with five new installments.

[05/15/25 - 09:34 AM]
Meet the 15 Contestants Competing on "The Snake," Premiering Tuesday, June 10 at 9/8c on FOX
"The Snake" is social survival of the fittest, where each contestant must leverage their unique skills, training and powers of persuasion as they face a multitude of challenges designed to showcase the traits needed to be successful in the game.

[05/15/25 - 09:31 AM]
Peacock Releases First Look Images, Key Art, and May 22 Premiere Date for Soccer Drama Series "90 Minutes"
The series, due on May 22, stars José María de Tavira, Teresa Ruiz, Raúl Méndez and Álvaro Guerrero.

[05/15/25 - 09:16 AM]
Powerful Crime Thriller Featuring Top Swedish Cast and Creatives "Mafia" Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, June 19, 2025 on Viaplay
In this powerful six-episode crime series drawing inspiration from actual events, "Mafia" charts the transformation of Sweden in the 1990s, evolving from a relatively tranquil nation untouched by organized crime into a land marked by intense gang conflicts and violent shootouts.

[05/15/25 - 09:02 AM]
Video: "Mermicorno: Starfall" Season 2 - Official Trailer - Max Family
Hooflet Power! A new season is now streaming on Max.

[05/15/25 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Original Drama Series "Task" Debuts This September
Set in the working class suburbs of Philadelphia, an FBI agent (Mark Ruffalo) heads a Task Force to put an end to a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man (Tom Pelphrey).

[05/15/25 - 09:00 AM]
Kountry Wayne Sets New Prime Video Comedy Special
The new special will be taped on October 4 at The Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.

[05/15/25 - 08:11 AM]
FOX Sports Takes the Pole for Network's First Indianapolis 500 With 60 Hours of Live Coverage Highlighted by an Impressive Lineup of Talent and Dignitaries
The network's first Indianapolis 500 flanks the airwaves with a whopping 60 hours of live coverage featuring an impressive lineup of talent and dignitaries.

[05/15/25 - 08:01 AM]
Nickelodeon and Spin Master Entertainment Double Down on "PAW Patrol" with New Slate of Five Original Hour-Long Specials
Each of the animated specials center on a different pup, with the first featuring jungle rescuer Tracker set to premiere this fall, followed by a pup-tacular holiday event focusing on construction-savvy Rubble.

[05/15/25 - 08:01 AM]
AMC Networks' June Highlights Include "Nautilus," "The Walking Dead: Dead City," "Scrublands," "Art Detectives," "Hell House" and More
Other debuts include "The Killer Clown: Murder at the Doorstep," "Butchers of L.A." and "Inside."

[05/15/25 - 08:00 AM]
"Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" Sets Course for Season Three Premiere on Thursday, July 17 on Paramount+
Following the two-episode premiere, new episodes will drop weekly on Thursdays, with the season finale on Thursday, September 11.

[05/15/25 - 07:01 AM]
Paramount+ and Pluto TV Offer Endless Outdoor Movie Screenings This Summer
As part of the program, Paramount+ will return as the official sponsor of Bryant Park Movie Nights, the longest running outdoor movie series in New York City, and BK Mag Movie Nights, at four parks across Brooklyn.

[05/15/25 - 07:00 AM]
Performers Announced for the "2025 American Music Awards"
Blake Shelton, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, Reneé Rapp, and AMA nominees Benson Boone and Lainey Wilson are among those scheduled to perform.

[05/15/25 - 07:00 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for "Lulu Is a Rhinoceros," Premiering May 30
Based on the beloved children's book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, "Lulu Is a Rhinoceros" is an empowering pop musical family event about kindness, acceptance and embracing one's true self.

[05/15/25 - 06:07 AM]
Grammy Award-Winning, Multiplatinum Global Superstar Tyla to Host Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2025 - The Biggest Party of the Summer - Live on Saturday, June 21, at 8 P.M. (ET/PT)
The KCAs will celebrate fans' favorites from across the worlds of film, television, music, sports and more.

[05/14/25 - 05:07 PM]
FOX NFL 2025 Regular Season Schedule Highlights League's Elite NFC Roster Combined With More Key AFC Teams Than Ever Before
FOX's jam-packed, well-balanced 18-week schedule is the network's most robust in recent years, featuring appearances from a powerhouse lineup of NFC teams.

[05/14/25 - 05:04 PM]
ESPN's "Monday Night Football" Schedule Features Multiple Appearances by the Super Bowl Champion Eagles, the AFC Champion Chiefs, Cowboys and Lions as NFL on ESPN 25-Game Slate Starts Fast with 11 Games in First Seven Weeks
The Eagles return to MNF in December (Week 14), as the iconic primetime television franchise gives way to ESPN's Saturday Doubleheader (Week 18), Monday Night Wild Card game (January 12) and a Divisional round playoff game (January 17 or 18).

[05/14/25 - 05:04 PM]
Prime Video Announces 2025 "Thursday Night Football" Schedule
It's the first of an outstanding slate of TNF games that is loaded with divisional matchups and culminates in prime time on Christmas when the Chiefs face the Broncos at Arrowhead.

[05/14/25 - 05:02 PM]
"NFL on CBS" Announces Blockbuster 2025 Regular-Season Schedule
CBS Sports' postseason schedule will feature a Wild Card playoff game, a Divisional playoff game and the AFC Championship Game.

[05/14/25 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "Trailer for "Lost in Starlight" Offers a Vibrant and Heartfelt Glimpse into a Futuristic Love Story
Set in Seoul in 2050, the film unfolds the romantic tale of aspiring Mars astronaut Nan-young and reluctant musician Jay.

[05/14/25 - 05:01 PM]
"Sunday Night Football's" 20th Season on NBC and Peacock Features Star QBs Mahomes, Allen, Hurts, Jackson & Mega Matchups
The 20th season showcases high-profile matchups featuring the NFL's biggest stars and best rivalries from NFL Kickoff in September to sports' biggest spectacle - Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, on NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo.

[05/14/25 - 04:01 PM]
"Songs & Stories with Kelly Clarkson" Arrives in Late Summer on NBC
The hourlong telecasts, which are set for August 19, August 26, September 2 and September 9 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, will feature Gloria Estefan, Jonas Brothers, Lizzo and Teddy Swims.

[05/14/25 - 01:23 PM]
Netflix Upfront 2025: The Center of Attention
Series renewals include "Bridgerton" Seasons 5 & 6, "Forever" Season 2, "Love on the Spectrum" Season 4, "Million Dollar Secret" Season 2, "My Life with the Walter Boys" Season 3, "Survival of the Thickest" Season 3, "The Diplomat" Season 4, and "The Four Seasons" Season 2.

[05/14/25 - 11:51 AM]
Video: "Bridgerton" Season 4 - Sneak Peek #2 - Netflix
"Bridgerton" Season 4 arrives 2026, only on Netflix.

[05/14/25 - 10:47 AM]
"House on Fire" Premieres June 5 Only on BET+
The eight-episode reality series offers an intimate look behind the scenes of modern-day Ballroom culture, inside the esteemed House of Mugler.

[05/14/25 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Featuring exclusive interviews with survivors, paramedics and festival staff, this documentary examines the 2021 Astroworld tragedy and its aftermath.

[05/14/25 - 09:45 AM]
"Big Brother" Super Sizes the Summer with Its Biggest Season Ever, Premiering a Special 90-Minute Episode on Thursday, July 10
Julie Chen Moonves returns as host.

[05/14/25 - 08:55 AM]
CNN's New Streaming Product Launching This Fall
The streaming product will provide a simple and centralized way for audiences to experience CNN's journalism and original programming.

[05/14/25 - 08:54 AM]
CNN Originals Teases 2025-2026 Programming Slate
Highlights include the newcomers "New Orleans" (w/t) and "This Land Is Your Land" (w/t).

[05/14/25 - 08:53 AM]
CNN Films Backs "I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not" from Emmy Winner Marina Zenovich for Premiere in 2026
"I understand CNN is going to release a documentary about me. I'm delighted and I hope I'm in it," said subject Chevy Chase.

[05/14/25 - 08:52 AM]
CNN Renews "Have I Got News for You" for a Third Season Premiering Saturday, September 6 at 9pm ET/PT
CNN will also expand its "Have I Got News for You" brand with a new multiplatform approach, including a companion CNN Podcast that will launch this summer.

[05/14/25 - 08:51 AM]
CNN Films Launches Documentary from Emmy and Peabody Award Winner Janet Tobias Examining the Broad Rise of Early-Onset Cancer in Younger Adults for Premiere in 2026
Presented by CNN Films, "In the Prime of Life" (w/t) is a Global Health Reporting Center and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios production and will premiere in 2026.







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[08/19/25 - 08:31 AM]
Cristela Alonzo Returns to Netflix with Even More Class in New Special, "Upper Classy"
In this newest special, Cristela is in the pursuit of happiness.

[08/19/25 - 08:30 AM]
The American Music Awards Returns to CBS and Paramount+ in 2026 with a New 5-Year Partnership
Following this year's top-rated broadcast, the 52nd American Music Awards will return with a must-see live show Memorial Day weekend, May 2026 from Las Vegas.

[08/19/25 - 08:01 AM]
Video: National Geographic Unveils Jet-Fueled Trailer for New Docuseries "Top Guns: The Next Generation," Taking Viewers Inside the U.S. Navy's Elite Aviation Program
The six-part series premieres September 16 at 9:00/8:00c on National Geographic and streams the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

[08/19/25 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Wolf King" - Season 2 Trailer - Netflix
As he fights for his throne and faces enemies from all sides, Drew learns the heavy burden of being king - and the daunting task of choosing a queen.

[08/19/25 - 08:01 AM]
Apple's Emmy-Nominated Comedy "Palm Royale" Returns for Season Two on November 12
Season one of "Palm Royale" was led by a renowned ensemble cast including Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Carol Burnett, Josh Lucas, Leslie Bibb, Amber Chardae Robinson, Mindy Cohn, Julia Duffy and Kaia Gerber.

[08/19/25 - 07:32 AM]
Phil Simms Returns to NBC Sports to Call Big Ten Football Games Live on Peacock This Fall
Simms will be on the call for NBC Sports' college football season-opener on Friday, August 29, as the Illinois Fighting Illini host the Western Illinois Leathernecks at 7:30 p.m. ET exclusively on Peacock.

[08/19/25 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Maledictions" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The daughter of a rising political star is taken by the very man he trusted most.

[08/19/25 - 07:14 AM]
From Inmate to Insider, Oxygen's "Death Row Confidential: Secrets of a Serial Killer" Premieres Saturday, September 13 at 9:00 P.M. ET/PT
Oxygen examines the gripping story of convicted killer Joseph Naso, and how a fellow inmate came to connect him to many additional cold cases, with the help of Investigator Ken Mains.

[08/19/25 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Ballad of a Small Player" - Official Teaser - Netflix
Lord Doyle (Colin Farrell) is laying low in Macau - spending his days and nights on the casino floors, drinking heavily and gambling what little money he has left.

[08/19/25 - 07:01 AM]
Video: BritBox Releases Trailer for New Sally Wainwright Drama "Riot Women" and Announces October 22nd Premiere
A teacher, a police officer, a pub landlady, a midwife, and a shoplifting freeloader: five menopausal women form a punk rock band to take part in a local talent contest, and suddenly find they have a lot more to shout about than they ever imagined.

[08/19/25 - 07:00 AM]
Video: Watch the Captivating Official Trailer for Acorn TV's "Murder Before Evensong," Premiering on Monday, September 29
Starring Matthew Lewis, the riveting series will premiere on Monday, September 29 exclusively on Acorn TV in the US and Canada.

[08/19/25 - 06:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Unveils Trailer for Season Two of the Stop-Motion Series "Shape Island"
The new season is set to premiere with all eight episodes on Friday, August 29.

[08/19/25 - 02:31 AM]
Video: "Matchroom: The Greatest Showmen" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Follow father-son duo Barry and Eddie Hearn in their bid to take their heavyweight sports promotion company to the next level in this documentary series.

[08/18/25 - 06:19 PM]
Video: Preview - Fall Into Love - Coming This Fall
Get ready for a fall filled with all-new romantic movies on Hallmark Channel!

[08/18/25 - 04:57 PM]
Candace Cameron Bure Stars in Second Installment of "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries," A Case for the Yarn Maker Great American Family Original Movie Premiere, October 4
The film is adapted from bestselling novelist Candace Havens' novel.