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[08/16/24 - 11:49 PM]
Development Update: Week of August 12-16
Updates include: Hulu orders "Mid-Century Modern" to series; Elliott Kalan to spearhead Netflix's "Ghostbusters" animated series; and "Buying Beverly Hills," "My Lady Jane," and "Wicked Tuna" among latest cancellations.

[08/16/24 - 01:36 PM]
Thursday's #1 Show "Big Brother" Hits a Season High
The series was the #1 primetime program in both viewers and adults 25-54 last night.

[08/16/24 - 10:15 AM]
ABC News Announces Special Coverage of the 2024 Democratic National Convention Monday, Aug. 19, Through Thursday, Aug. 22, on ABC, ABC News Live and Hulu
ABC News will air one hour of primetime coverage (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) Monday and Tuesday and two hours (9:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) Wednesday and Thursday on ABC.

[08/16/24 - 10:01 AM]
Apple's Acclaimed Sci-Fi Hit "Dark Matter," Starring Joel Edgerton and Academy Award Winner Jennifer Connelly, Renewed for Season Two
"The thought-provoking and gripping 'Dark Matter' has quickly become a global hit, capturing audiences' imaginations and making it a beloved and integral part of Apple's world-class sci-fi lineup," said Matt Cherniss, head of programming for Apple TV+.

[08/16/24 - 09:31 AM]
Music Superstars Nicole Scherzinger, Liam Payne, Kelly Rowland and AJ McLean Light Up Netflix's Music Competition Series "Building the Band"
The series brings together talented singers for a truly unique competition show where building the perfect band is all about chemistry.

[08/16/24 - 08:08 AM]
MTV and Paramount+ Greenlight New Seasons of "RuPaul's Drag Race," "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars" and "Untucked"
"RuPaul's Drag Race" will return to MTV for its 17th season after another record breaking year.

[08/16/24 - 06:15 AM]
ABC News Announces 2024 Presidential Debate Will Take Place in Philadelphia at the National Constitution Center
"World News Tonight" anchor and managing editor David Muir and ABC News Live "Prime" anchor Linsey Davis will serve as moderators.

[08/16/24 - 05:30 AM]
Emmy Award-Winning Duo Eugene Levy and Dan Levy Set to Host "76th Emmy Awards" on ABC
"For two Canadians who won our Emmys in a literal quarantine tent, the idea of being asked to host this year in an actual theater was incentive enough," said Eugene and Dan.

[08/16/24 - 03:00 AM]
"Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1" Begins Streaming Exclusively on Max August 23
In the great tradition of Warner Bros. Pictures' iconic Westerns, "Horizon: An American Saga" explores the lure of the Old West and how it was won - and lost - through the blood, sweat and tears of many.

[08/15/24 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "A-List to Playlist" - Official Trailer - Netflix
With a 20-year acting career, Cho Jung-seok takes on the challenge of debuting as a singer in 100 days, mobilizing his entire network against the clock!

[08/15/24 - 02:06 PM]
Lifetime Announces "Buried Alive and Survived" Starring Eva Marcille and Tyler Lepley
Set to premiere on Saturday, September 21, the movie follows a woman, who miraculously survives being buried alive by her ex-husband.

[08/15/24 - 12:30 PM]
"The Masked Singer" Levels Up in Season 12 with All-New Theme Nights Featuring Legendary Franchises and Iconic Artists
Panelists Ken Jeong, Rita Ora, Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, alongside host Nick Cannon, return as the series commemorates acclaimed franchises Barbie and Footloose, along with the iconic artist Miley Cyrus in a pop culture-piercing night that salutes her music catalog.

[08/15/24 - 12:13 PM]
NBA TV to Televise 107 Games During 2024-25 Regular Season with Multiple Appearances by NBA Champion Celtics, Mavericks, Knicks, Warriors, Bucks, Lakers, 76ers, Suns, Heat, Timberwolves, Nuggets & Thunder
The network's regular season schedule will start with a 2024 Kia NBA Tip-Off tripleheader on Saturday, October 26.

[08/15/24 - 12:12 PM]
TNT Sports to Tip Off 2024-25 NBA Regular Season with NBA Champion Boston Celtics with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown & Jrue Holiday Hosting New York Knicks with Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges & Julius Randle, Tuesday, Oct. 22
The night's second game will feature the Los Angeles Lakers with LeBron James and Anthony Davis hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves with Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns.

[08/15/24 - 12:04 PM]
NBC to Air the First Episode of the Peacock Original Comedy Series "Mr. Throwback" on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT
"Mr. Throwback" premiered August 8 on Peacock and stands as a top 5 Peacock original comedy series through their respective opening weekends.

[08/15/24 - 12:03 PM]
Bang! ESPN & ABC's 2024-25 NBA Regular Season Broadcast Schedule
The 2024-25 campaign marks ESPN's 23rd consecutive season broadcasting NBA games.

[08/15/24 - 11:03 AM]
The "76th Emmy Awards" Sets Full Production Team
Brittany Brazil returns as co-executive producer as does producer Taryn Hurd, production designer Brian Stonestreet and head writer Jon Macks.

[08/15/24 - 11:01 AM]
Magnolia Network's Family-Friendly Content Slate Sets Fall Streaming Premiere Dates on Max
Executive produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines, the new series set to premiere this fall on Max include "Roller Jam" (October 10), "Human vs. Hamster" (November 21) and "Second Chance Stage" (November 28, Thanksgiving Day).

[08/15/24 - 10:01 AM]
Video: "That '90s Show" - Part 3 Official Trailer - Netflix
Summer fun continues for the Point Place gang as they navigate breakups, hookups - and all the goof-ups that go along with growing up.

[08/15/24 - 09:31 AM]
"Big Brother" Wednesday Edition Posts Season High and Up +14% from Last Week in Viewiers
Last night's episode averaged 3.19 million viewers and 0.8 among adults 25-54, posting a season high in both measures.

[08/15/24 - 09:15 AM]
CBS News Will Deliver Live Coverage Across Platforms of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Aug. 19-22
CBS News top political journalists will bring around-the-clock updates from across the country, including in-depth analysis and original reporting about the Democratic convention and the latest developments with the Trump-Vance campaign.

[08/15/24 - 09:04 AM]
Disney Jr. Greenlights "Sofia the First: Royal Magic," Sequel to Emmy- and Humanitas-Winning Hit Series "Sofia the First"
From Disney Branded Television, the new series is currently in production and is slated for a 2026 premiere on Disney Jr. and Disney+.

[08/15/24 - 09:01 AM]
"What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates" - Date Announcement & First Look
In the Netflix series, the tech visionary and global health and climate philanthropist invites viewers to join him on a learning journey to explore pressing issues facing our world today.

[08/15/24 - 09:01 AM]
First Look and Date Announcement: Hulu Original "La Maquina"
The series premieres with all six episodes on October 9.

[08/15/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Grotesquerie" - Teaser - Niecy Nash-Betts, Courtney B. Vance, Lesley Manville, Travis Kelce - FX
In FX's "Grotesquerie," a series of heinous crimes have unsettled a small community.

[08/15/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Debuts Official Trailer and Key Art for Second Season of "Tulsa King," Starring Oscar Nominee Sylvester Stallone
The service also announced that Grammy-nominated country star Jelly Roll will cameo in the upcoming season and the trailer features a sneak peek of the country star's unreleased song "Get By," from his upcoming sophomore album.

[08/15/24 - 09:00 AM]
HBO Original Limited Series "The Penguin" Premiere Weekend Launches Thursday, September 19
HBO will re-air the series premiere multiple times over the weekend, including Sunday, September 22 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

[08/15/24 - 08:33 AM]
Video: Sundance Now and AMC+ Release the Premiere Date, Trailer and Key Art for Provocative New Drama "Fifteen-Love"
Starring Ella Lily Hyland and Aidan Turner, the series premieres with the first two episodes on Thursday, August 22 on both platforms with the remaining episodes airing weekly.

[08/15/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter" - Official Trailer - Netflix
In this two-part documentary, a tenacious mother unravels the complex mystery surrounding the 1989 disappearance of the daughter she placed for adoption.

[08/15/24 - 08:00 AM]
"The Money Game" Premieres Exclusively on Prime Video on September 10
Amidst one of the most unpredictable and intense years of college athletics to date, "The Money Game" provides an exclusive, all-access pass inside LSU Athletics.

[08/15/24 - 07:31 AM]
Video: Celebrating Mexico's Cinema Day: An Exclusive Sneak Peek at "Pedro Paramo" and Other Films
Other projects on tap include "Technoboys," "Untamed Royals," "The Biggest Fan" and "Las Locuras."

[08/15/24 - 07:02 AM]
Video: "Outer Banks" Season 4 - Kildare County Surf Shop Commercial - MADE BY POGUES!! - Netflix
Built by pogues - for pogues - The Kildare County Surf Shop is here to bring you a good time, all the time! Stop on by to get all your island essentials and gold-star customer service.

[08/15/24 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Angel Di Maria: Breaking Down the Wall" - Official Trailer - Netflix
From his humble origins to becoming champion of the world, this documentary series recounts the life and career of the iconic Argentinian soccer player.

[08/15/24 - 06:01 AM]
Great American Family Announces Three Additional World Premiere Original Holiday Movies for Beloved Program Franchise Great American Christmas 2024
"A Royal Christmas Ballet," "A Shelter and Season's Greetings" and "The Fabric of Christmas" are the latest on tap.

[08/15/24 - 04:46 AM]
Video: Peacock Releases Trailer for Original True Crime Docuseries "Face to Face with Scott Peterson"
The three-part true crime docuseries takes a new look at the notorious case of Scott Peterson and the murders of his wife Laci Peterson and unborn son Conner.

[08/14/24 - 03:02 PM]
New Vice Series "Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise" Premieres on Wednesday, September 4th
From his breakout role in "Risky Business" with his unforgettable slide and famous grin, to saving the movie business with "Top Gun: Maverick," Tom Cruise has pushed himself and those around him to make the best movies possible.

[08/14/24 - 02:32 PM]
Madison Iseman Cast in the Upcoming USA Network Drama Series "The Rainmaker"
She'll play Sarah Plankmore, Rudy's girlfriend and a recent law school graduate.

[08/14/24 - 02:32 PM]
First Look at Mitford Sisters Series "Outrageous" Starring Bessie Carter
Carter plays Nancy Mitford in the six-part series that will premiere on BritBox North America in 2025.

[08/14/24 - 01:03 PM]
Alex Guarnaschelli Signs New Multi-Year Deal with Food Network
"Food Network has been my extended family for as long as I can remember, and the thought that I get to continue to have the opportunity to create so much fun and delicious content and memories is something I will continue to cherish," said Guarnaschelli.

[08/14/24 - 12:13 PM]
Comedy Central Adds "Family Guy" to Its Robust Adult Animation Lineup
The iconic series is set to launch with an all-day marathon on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, and will join the primetime lineup starting on Tuesday, September 3, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of the brand's programming.

[08/14/24 - 12:00 PM]
"48 Hours," A Free, 24/7 Streaming Network, Launches Today on New Platforms
This channel will continue to be available on Paramount's leading FAST service Pluto TV.

[08/14/24 - 11:10 AM]
The CW Network to Debut New Wild West Unscripted Series "The Wranglers" This Fall
The new unscripted series, which follows the personal and professional lives of young staff members working at the Circle Bar Dude Ranch in Montana, will premiere on Thursday, October 24.

[08/14/24 - 10:04 AM]
Sandro Rosta to Star in the Paramount+ Original Series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy"
Rosta joins the previously announced cast of cadets: Kerrice Brooks, Bella Shepard, George Hawkins, Karim Diané and Zoë Steiner, as well as Holly Hunter, who plays the captain and chancellor of Starfleet Academy.

[08/14/24 - 10:01 AM]
"Heels" Is Coming to Netflix in the U.S. on September 15
Both seasons of the series starring starring Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig are heading to the streaming service.

[08/14/24 - 09:31 AM]
Video: Peacock Kicks Off College Football Season with the Trailer Release for Original Sports Docuseries "Here Come the Irish"
The series documents life on and off the field of the legendary University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team through exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with those closest to the program.

[08/14/24 - 09:31 AM]
Video: "American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez" - Official Trailer - Josh Rivera, Ryan Murphy - FX
The 10-episode limited series charts the rise and fall of NFL superstar Aaron Hernandez and explores the disparate strands of his identity, his family, his career, his suicide and their legacy in sports and American culture.

[08/14/24 - 09:00 AM]
CBS Media Ventures New Game Show "Flip Side" with Host Jaleel White to Premiere Sept. 9 in National Syndication
The exciting, easy to play-along game show pits two teams of players against each other to test them on how they think two different groups of people feel about the same issue.

[08/14/24 - 08:37 AM]
Video: Peacock Releases Official Teaser for Horror-Thriller Series "Teacup"
The series follows a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive.

[08/14/24 - 08:31 AM]
Video: "The Circle" Season 7 - Official Trailer - Netflix
Clever catfish, shady tactics and game-changing twists collide as a new group of players competes for $100,000 in the most cutthroat season to date.

[08/14/24 - 08:01 AM]
Investigation Discovery Slates Three New Series for September Premieres
"How (Not) To Get Rid of a Body," "The Real Murders on Elm Street" and "Cabin in the Woods" are all on tap in the coming weeks.







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[11/22/24 - 01:31 PM]
Video: "Suits LA" Arrives February 2025 - NBC
The all-new spinoff of the beloved legal drama, starring Stephen Amell, Lex Scott Davis, Josh McDermitt, and Bryan Greenberg, lands on the West Coast.

[11/22/24 - 12:11 PM]
Video: Peacock Releases First Look at the Third Season of Emmy Award-Winning Reality Competition Series "The Traitors" Returning January 9 with Alan Cumming as Host
Last season, "The Traitors" became the #1 unscripted series in the U.S. across all streaming platforms during launch week, according to Nielsen.

[11/22/24 - 10:15 AM]
Apple's Drama "Your Friends & Neighbors" Lands Early Season Two Renewal
Starring and executive produced by Emmy Award winner Jon Hamm, "Your Friends & Neighbors" will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, April 11 with two episodes, followed by one new episode weekly through Friday, May 30.

[11/22/24 - 09:01 AM]
Apple Original Films' "Fly Me to the Moon" to Premiere December 6, 2024
Since its debut in theaters worldwide, the film has received the Verified Hot certification on Rotten Tomatoes by fans.

[11/22/24 - 08:03 AM]
Peacock Exclusively Streams Blumhouse's "Speak No Evil" Beginning December 6
The psychological horror thriller stars James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough, Scoot McNairy, and more!

[11/22/24 - 07:35 AM]
2024 "Emirates NBA Cup" Championship Game Exclusively on ABC and ESPN+ December 17
In addition, ESPN platforms will exclusively present a semifinal game and a quarterfinal game as part of its 2024 Emirates NBA Cup Knockout Round coverage.

[11/22/24 - 07:12 AM]
Peacock and Sky's Original Hit Drama Series "The Day of the Jackal" Scores Second Season Renewal
In the US it ranked #1 on Peacock's Top 10 TV Shows on its platform and was a Top 5 streaming original in the US for its opening weekend (according to preliminary Nielsen data).

[11/22/24 - 06:31 AM]
Video: "Chef's Table" Volume 7 - Official Teaser - Netflix
Meet five world-class chefs who redefine culinary boundaries with delicious, innovative dishes honoring their diverse cultures and personal philosophies.

[11/22/24 - 05:41 AM]
"They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce" Set for January 2025 on ESPN
Airing on Friday nights/early Saturday mornings, the new personality-driven, one-hour program will take its inspiration from traditional late-night television, emphasizing a comedic approach throughout all five scheduled episodes which run in conjunction with the finale of the NFL regular season and playoffs.

[11/22/24 - 03:01 AM]
Video: "Ad Vitam" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After escaping an attempted murder, Franck Lazarev (Guillaume Canet) must find his wife Léo, who has been kidnapped by a mysterious group of armed men.

[11/21/24 - 04:01 PM]
"Rugged Rugby: Conquer or Die" Premieres December 10: A Battle for Supremacy Begins
In the shadows of Korea's rugby world, seven teams engage in a fierce battle of strength, strategy, and teamwork - all vying to be crowned champion.

[11/21/24 - 04:00 PM]
ABC Presents a Two-Night Special Event To Commemorate the Diamond Anniversary of "Mary Poppins"
First, "The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20," a two-hour special from ABC News Studios chock full of rarely seen footage, photos and stories from the film's living legends, airs Wednesday, November 27 on ABC and streams next day on Hulu and Disney+.

[11/21/24 - 01:32 PM]
2024 International Emmy Nominees on Hulu
Check out these Emmy-worthy international series streaming on Hulu.

[11/21/24 - 01:12 PM]
"Dancing with the Stars" Semifinals Is Top Program of the Night in Adults 18-49 and All Key Women Demographics
The spectacular season 33 penultimate episode grew over the previous week's 500th episode celebration in both Total Viewers (5.19 million vs. 5.13 million) and Adults 18-49 (0.75 rating vs. 0.71 rating), hitting a season high in Total Viewers.

[11/21/24 - 01:05 PM]
NBC Orders Five Additional Episodes of Its Friday Night Comedy Hit "Happy's Place"
The "Happy's Place" premiere has hit 14 million viewers across all platforms.