or


[09/03/15 - 10:01 AM]
Disney XD Greenlights "Lab Rats: Elite Force," a Spin-Off of Popular Series "Lab Rats: Bionic Island" and "Mighty Med"
Reprising their starring roles on their respective series are Billy Unger as Chase and Bradley Steven Perry as Kaz, Jake Short as Oliver, Paris Berelc as Skylar, and Kelli Berglund as Bree.
[via press release from Disney XD]

DISNEY XD GREENLIGHTS INNOVATIVE NEW SERIES "LAB RATS: ELITE FORCE," A SPIN-OFF OF TWO POPULAR COMEDY SERIES, "LAB RATS: BIONIC ISLAND" AND "MIGHTY MED"

Disney XD has ordered "Lab Rats: Elite Force," a spin-off of its two popular live-action comedy series, "Lab Rats: Bionic Island" and "Mighty Med." It was announced today by Adam Bonnett, Executive Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide. Reprising their starring roles on their respective series are Billy Unger as Chase and Bradley Steven Perry as Kaz, Jake Short as Oliver, Paris Berelc as Skylar, and Kelli Berglund as Bree. Production will begin in October and is scheduled to premiere in 2016.

Bonnett said, "Disney XD is bringing together some of its most popular stars to assemble a super-sized series that will appeal to fans of both shows." He added, "Chris Peterson and Bryan Moore have been at the helm of delivering event programming for our viewers, and we're excited that they will continue to develop these imaginative worlds and characters that audiences have come to love."

Merging the two series, "Lab Rats: Elite Force" is set in the "Lab Rats" world after the Mighty Med hospital is destroyed by a band of unknown super-villains. Kaz, Oliver and Skylar join forces with Chase and Bree to form a powerful elite force that combines bionic abilities and superpowers. Together, they vow to track down the villains and keep the world safe.

In a recent crossover episode, "Lab Rats vs. Mighty Med" (7/22/15) scored a 1-year "Lab Rats" high in Total Viewers (1.3 million) while the special was "Mighty Med"s #1 telecast of all time in Total Viewers and its #2 telecast ever in target Kids 2-11 and Kids 6-11 demographics. The special ranked a dominant #1 in its time slot across target Kids 6-11, Boys 6-11, Kids 2-11 and Boys 2-11 demographics and was the #3 original scripted cable TV series telecast in Total Viewers.*

"Lab Rats" creators, Chris Peterson and Bryan Moore ("That '70s Show"), serve as executive producers. The series is a production of It's A Laugh Productions, Inc.

Disney XD is a basic cable channel and multi-platform brand showcasing a compelling mix of live-action and animated programming for kids age 6-11, hyper-targeting boys and transporting them into worlds full of humor, unexpected fun and inspiring action-filled adventures. Disney XD-branded content spans television, online, mobile and VOD platforms. The programming includes series, movies and short-form, as well as sports-themed programming developed with ESPN. In the U.S., Disney XD is seen on a 24-hour, advertiser supported network that reaches over 80 million households via its basic cable and satellite affiliates. In total, there are 31 Disney XD channels available in 25 languages around the world.

*Source: NTI, L+7 U.S. ratings, 7/22/15





  [september 2015]  
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
  


· LAB RATS (DISNEY XD)
· LAB RATS: ELITE FORCE (DISNEY XD)
· MIGHTY MED (DISNEY XD)




[07/01/24 - 02:41 PM]
Simone Biles Stars at U.S. Gymnastics Trials on NBC & Peacock in Most-Watched Olympic Trials Telecast Since 2016
Last night's audience peaked at 8.2 million viewers from 10-10:15 p.m. ET as the gymnasts completed their final rotations.

[07/01/24 - 12:01 PM]
Video: "Those About to Die" - Official Trailer 2 - Peacock Original
The epic drama is set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told - the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most... blood and sport.
[07/01/24 - 10:19 AM]
Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, and Milly Alcock to Star in Netflix's Limited Series "Sirens"
The series is a female-driven, dark comedy limited series created by Emmy-nominated writer and showrunner Molly Smith Metzler and executive produced by LuckyChap.
[07/01/24 - 10:11 AM]
TNT Sports and Mountain West Reach Multi-Year College Football Agreement Beginning This Season
truTV and Max will present 14 Mountain West college football games during the inaugural season, with coverage kicking off with San José State hosting Sacramento State on Thursday, August 29 at 10 p.m. ET.
[07/01/24 - 09:31 AM]
Richard Gere Joins Showtime's "The Agency" for Paramount+ with Showtime
Gere will play Bosko, the London Station Chief with a storied past after serving as an 8-year undercover agent.

[07/01/24 - 09:30 AM]
Max Original Adult Animated Series "Kite Man: Hell Yeah!" Debuts July 18
The series features characters from the Max Original adult animated series "Harley Quinn," which has been renewed for a fifth season and is currently available to stream on Max.
[07/01/24 - 09:29 AM]
Prime Video Orders Docuseries About Idaho Murders from Skydance Television and Story Syndicate with Related Scripted Series in Development at Amazon MGM Studios
The docuseries will be shot in conjunction with the investigation and research of bestselling author James Patterson and award-winning investigative journalist Vicky Ward for their upcoming nonfiction title based on the murders.
[07/01/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In this documentary, a Nepali mountaineer risks everything on a record-breaking Mount Everest climb to secure a brighter future for her daughters.
[07/01/24 - 08:42 AM]
Video: Episode 1 Trailer and Episode Descriptions Released for ESPN+ Original Series "In The Arena: Serena Williams" presented by Morgan Stanley
The eight-episode series offers an unprecedented look at the life and career of Serena Williams, one of the greatest athletes of all time.

[07/01/24 - 07:48 AM]
How to Watch the Olympic Games Paris 2024 Across NBCUniversal
In Paris this summer, the world's greatest athletes will compete against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful cities in the world where the modern Olympic Games were conceived 130 years ago.
[07/01/24 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Cobra Kai" Season 6: Part 1 - Official Trailer - Netflix
With the global tournament approaching, Daniel and Johnny work to rebuild their team. But old enemies and new threats stand in the way of victory.
[07/01/24 - 07:00 AM]
Sherri Papini to Exclusively Share Her Story for the First Time Since 2016 Kidnapping in New Investigation Discovery Docuseries
Production is underway for the docuseries that is slated to premiere on ID in 2025.

[07/01/24 - 06:01 AM]
The Straw Hats Return to South Africa to Begin Production on Season 2 of Global Sensation "One Piece"
Prepare yourselves as the Straw Hats head towards the Grand Line!
[07/01/24 - 04:01 AM]
Video: "LALIGA: All Access" - Official Trailer - Netflix
From glorious wins to gut-wrenching defeats, catch the behind-the-scenes action of Spanish football in this gripping docuseries about LaLiga.
[06/30/24 - 08:13 AM]
New Rules and Format for 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby to Be Announced Tonight on ESPN's "Baseball Tonight" and "Sunday Night Baseball"
ESPN will exclusively televise the 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby on Monday, July 15, at 8 p.m. from Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas - home of the Rangers.