A&E to Premiere New Original Series DON'T TRUST ANDREW MAYNE, 1/13December 9, 2013A&E Network has pulled its newest series out of its hat. “Don't Trust Andrew Mayne,” features the wildly innovative, mischief-loving magician Andrew Mayne, as he sets out to reinvent revenge. His illusions are mind blowing, but what he loves most is helping people get even. From explosions, to disappearing cars and slight-of-hand, Andrew's charm and wit leaves unsuspecting men and women in disbelief. “Don't Trust Andrew Mayne” premieres Monday, January 13th at 10PM ET/PT with two back-to-back episodes.
Netflix to Premiere Greg Whiteley's Mitt Romney Campaign Documentary in Jan. 2014December 9, 2013 Netflix will premiere the Mitt Romney documentary, 'Mitt,' exclusively on the world's leading Internet TV network on Friday, January 24, 2014 at 12:01 AM PT. The Netflix original documentary, which provides an intimate, rarely seen, behind-the-scenes look at a candidate running for the presidency will be available to stream in all territories where Netflix is available: U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, Latin America, the Nordics and the Netherlands.
Disney's SOFIA THE FIRST: THE FLOATING PALACE Scores 7.6 Million Total ViewersDecember 9, 2013Based on a full week of viewing, Disney Junior's 'Sofia the First: The Floating Palace' on Disney Channel became the #2 telecast in cable TV history among Kids 2-5 (2.63 million/16.9 rating) and Girls 2-5 (1.85 million/24.3 rating), and the #2 preschool cable TV telecast ever in Total Viewers (7.62 million), Adults 18-49 (2.15 million/1.7 rating) and Women 18-49 (1.43 million/2.2 rating), behind only last year's, 'Sofia the First” Once Upon a Princess.'
THE REAL Sells in Over 70% of U.S.December 9, 2013“The Real,” the one-hour daily talk show, hosted by a dynamic team of Tamar Braxton, Loni Love, Adrienne Bailon, Jeannie Mai and Tamera Mowry-Housley, has been cleared in over 70% of the country, following an incredibly successful four-week summer test on select Fox-owned stations. The announcement was made today by Ken Werner, President, and Rick Meril, Executive Vice President & General Sales Manager, Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Director Dies at 85December 8, 2013Molinaro's passing was confirmed by the office of French President Francois Hollande's, in a statement that called him 'great, appealing and original,' a director who 'conquered the public and the admiration of his peers at the same time.'
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE with Paul Rudd Matches March High in Metered-Market HouseholdsDecember 8, 2013“Saturday Night Live,' with host Paul Rudd and musical guest One Direction, averaged a 4.9/12 in household results in Nielsen's 56 metered markets and a 2.5/11 in adults 18-49 in the 25 markets with Local People Meters, to match the show's highest rating in metered-market households since March 9 (with host and musical guest Justin Timberlake). Over that span, “SNL” previously earned a 4.9 in households on Nov. 16 (host and musical guest Lady Gaga) and Nov. 2 (host Kerry Washington and musical guest Eminem). Versus the same night last year, “SNL” is up 7% in metered-market households (4.9 vs. 4.6).
Disney Buys INDIANA JONES Franchise from ParamountDecember 6, 2013According to The Hollywood Reporter, following the studio's acquisition of Lucasfilm, Disney has now reached an agreement with Paramount, giving the studio full control of Indy's future adventures.
LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL Announces Holiday ProgrammingDecember 6, 2013The holiday season is in full swing, and top morning talk show “LIVE with Kelly and Michael” is getting into the spirit with three weeks of programming filled with festive theme weeks, top celebrities and the show's annual Christmas Eve special.
Fox Slots SLEEPY HOLLOW Season Finale for Jan. 20December 6, 2013Hit drama SLEEPY HOLLOW will culminate its must-be-seen-to-be-believed first season with a special two-hour season finale event Monday, Jan. 20 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX, changing the second season premiere of last season's No. 1 new series, THE FOLLOWING. The acclaimed thriller starring Kevin Bacon will unveil a special preview Sunday, Jan. 19, immediately after the NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME (live, 6:00 PM-CC ET), kicking off 15 heart-pounding weeks of uninterrupted episodes. The season premiere of THE FOLLOWING will now air Monday, Jan. 27 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), following an encore of the Season Two preview (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT).
Matthew Broderick to Narrate Final PIONEERS OF THIRTEEN Episode, 12/19December 6, 2013By the early 1990s, New York's THIRTEEN, the PBS flagship station, was producing and filling public television screens across the country with award-winning programming such as Charlie Rose, Nature, American Masters, and Great Performances. As the cable and satellite revolution gave way to the digital and internet revolution, THIRTEEN embraced 21st century technology and continued to innovate, proving that public television has ever more value in today's changing media landscape.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek of REIGN's Midseason Finale on The CWDecember 6, 2013On REIGN's upcoming midseason finale, airing Thursday, Dec. 12, and titled 'Fated,' Nostradamus (Rossif Sutherland) tells Mary (Adelaide Kane) of his prophecy that one among them will die soon, which causes Mary to make a decision that will forever change her relationship with Francis (Toby Regbo). Clarissa (guest star Katie Boland) becomes bolder with her endeavors, while Kenna (Caitlin Stasey) informs Catherine (Megan Follows) of Diane's (guest star Anna Walton) plan for Bash (Torrance Coombs), which ends up backfiring. Alan Van Sprang, Jenessa Grant, Anna Popplewell and Celina Sinden also star. Fred Gerber directed the episode written by Laurie McCarthy (#108).
VIDEO: Sneak Peek of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES' Midseason FinaleDecember 6, 2013On the THE VAMPIRE DIARIES' midseason finale, airing next Thursday, Dec. 12, and titled 'Fifty Shades of Grayson,' Damon (Ian Somerhalder) realizes Elena (Nina Dobrev) is in danger and enlists Stefan's (Paul Wesley) help to find her. The brothers pay a visit to Aaron (guest star Shaun Sipos), and Damon shocks Stefan by Revealing his first-hand knowledge of Aaron's family. In an attempt to stop Damon, Dr. Wes (guest star Rick Cosnett) unleashes his secret weapon, forcing Damon to deal with a part of his past he thought was gone forever, as well as the consequences of his decades-long plan for revenge. Meanwhile, Elena is horrified by Dr. Wes' confessions about the dark history of Whitmore College and his own ultimate goal. Finally, a frantic Katherine (Nina Dobrev) turns to Matt (Zach Roerig) for help, until she realizes that Nadia (guest star Olga Fonda) may be the one who can solve her problem. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Caroline Dries (#510).
JAKE AND THE NEVER LAND PIRATES Season 3 to Premiere 1/3 on Disney ChannelDecember 6, 2013Season three of Disney Junior's Emmy-nominated animated series 'Jake and the Never Land Pirates' will premiere FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 on Disney Channel (8:30 a.m. ET/PT) and Disney Junior (7:50 p.m. ET/PT). The new season introduces rival characters including pirate ghosts, mummies and robots, and incorporates special super powers and spectacular gadgets for Jake and his crew, including Jake's Mega-Mecha Sword, a robot suit and an invisibility ring that will help the gang outwit their new adversaries. The season will also include action-packed extended length episodes and a revamped rock and roll-style theme song performed by Sharky and Bones of The Never Land Pirate Band.