GONE DARK Set for 11/1 VOD ReleaseSeptember 19, 2013GONE DARK will be released to the world on Video on Demand November 1st, 2013. Final carriers to be announced. Following that the film will be officially released on DVD January 7th, 2014!
Discovery's AMISH MAFIA Draws Strong Numbers Despite Sports CompetitionSeptember 18, 2013Discovery Channel's AMISH MAFIA was the #1 non-fiction cable program among Men 25-54 delivery (excluding sports) on Tuesday, September 17th. The season finale of AMISH MAFIA earned a 2.05HH/1.56 P25-54 rating with 2.72 million total viewers P2+. AMISH MAFIA out-delivered multiple broadcast programs in M25-54 delivery including NBC's Million Second Quiz and CBS' NCIS: Los Angeles and Person of Interest. Driven by AMISH MAFIA, Discovery Channel was the #2 cable network in Men 25-54 delivery on Tuesday evening, no exclusions.
A TRUE STORY to Hit Theaters 10/25; Set for VOD Release this FridaySeptember 18, 2013Freestyle Releasing and Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) announced today that they have set October 25th, 2013 for a multi city theatrical release for A TRUE STORY, the coming-of-age comedy directed by Malcolm Goodwin (star of A & E's “Breakout Kings”). The film introduces Cameron Fife and Tyler McGee, who also co-wrote the script, and includes Katrina Bowden (“30 Rock,” AMERICAN REUNION), Kelen Coleman (“The Mindy Project,” “The Newsroom”), Keith Loneker (LAKEVIEW TERRACE) and Jon Gries (NAPOLEON DYNAMITE). The film was produced by Goodwin, Fife and McGee, and is slated for a multiple platform VOD release prior to the national theatrical roll out on September 20th, 2013.
Bravo to Air QUEER EYE 10-Year Reunion Special in OctoberSeptember 18, 2013Bravo Media celebrates the Emmy award-winning, cutting-edge series, 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy' with a 'Queer Eye Reunion: 10 Years Later' airing in October. Host Andy Cohen welcomes food & wine connoisseur Ted Allen, grooming guru Kyan Douglas, design doctor Thom Filicia, fashion savant Carson Kressley and culture vulture Jai Rodriguez. The Fab Five reflects on the groundbreaking series, unveils behind-the-scenes secrets and discusses how their lives have changed since their now-famous 'make-betters.' Fans can tweet @Andy with questions for the quintet.
Garrett Hedlund Joins Angelina Jolie's UNBROKENSeptember 18, 2013Based on The New York Times bestselling book 'Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption' by Laura Hillenbrand ('Seabiscuit: An American Legend'), Unbroken is set to begin production later this month. Jolie, who is joined on the project by fellow producers Matthew Baer (City by the Sea) and Erwin Stoff (The Day the Earth Stood Still), has been a fierce champion of bringing this incredible story of Louis 'Louie' Zamperini's bravery and heroism to the big screen. Joining the behind-the-scenes crew are an accomplished team, led by ten-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer Roger Deakins (Skyfall), who comes aboard as director of photography, and Jon Hutman (In the Land of Blood and Honey), who reteams with Jolie as the film's production designer.
HBO to Air LIFE ACCORDING TO SAM Documentary, 10/21September 18, 2013In 1998, Dr. Leslie Gordon and Dr. Scott Berns learned that their two-year-old son, Sam, had progeria, a progressive aging disorder so rare that fewer than 250 children in the world had it at the time. Little was known about the disease, and all children with progeria died of heart attack or stroke at an average age of 13. Told there was no treatment or cure, they refused to accept that as the final verdict.
'ET Live on CBS.com' to Air from Emmys Red CarpetSeptember 18, 2013 The 65TH PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS(R), airing Sunday, Sept. 22 (8:00 PM, ET/5:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, will bring fans even closer to their favorite television stars this year with enhanced digital coverage. Online, fans will be brought to the red carpet with 'ET Live on CBS.com,' and have a chance to see the Emmys from the ground with CBS.com's social media reporter, CRIMINAL MINDS' Shemar Moore.
Bravo's I DREAM OF NENE: THE WEDDING Debuts to Over 1.5 Million Total ViewersSeptember 18, 2013Bravo Media said I do... once again as the series premiere of 'I Dream of Nene: The Wedding' scored over 1.5 million total viewers and 740,000 A18-49, according to Nielsen. Immediately following, the new docu-series 'The New Atlanta' brought heat to The Old South delivering over one million total viewers with nearly 500,000 A18-49.
Series Finale of DEXTER Airs this Sunday on ShowtimeSeptember 18, 2013The countdown has begun to the series finale of the iconic Showtime drama series DEXTER, which airs this Sunday, September 22 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Today, the network released a special trailer that takes a look back at Dexter Morgan's conflicted journey over the past eight seasons and everyone who has ended up on his kill table.
Manuel Sol Joins Deportes Telemundo as Soccer AnalystSeptember 18, 2013 Deportes Telemundo announced today that former Mexican soccer player and star midfielder, Manuel Sol, will join the network sports division as an expert soccer analyst and overall contributor for all Deportes Telemundo platforms. The veteran analyst will provide a unique perspective that will help viewers to understand more in depth what players experience tactically on the pitch. A former standout for Pumas, Necaxa, Atlante, Puebla, Monterrey, Chivas and the Mexican National Team during a distinguished 15-year career, Sol adds another key enhancement to the award winning broadcast team.
NBCSN Sets Major League Soccer Coverage for this WeekendSeptember 18, 2013 NBCSN presents two Major League Soccer matches this weekend featuring four top tier Western Conference teams. The Portland Timbers (10-5-13, 43 pts.) host the Colorado Rapids (12-8-9, 45 pts.) Friday at 10 p.m. ET, and the Seattle Sounders FC (15-8-4, 49 pts.) travel to Los Angeles to face the Galaxy (13-10-5, 44 pts.) Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET. In addition, a new episode of MLS Insider debuts Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN.
LA VOZ KIDS' Paola Guanche to Perform National Anthem at Chicago Bears-Pittsburgh Steelers NFL Game, 9/22September 18, 2013Paola Guanche, the winner of Telemundo's highest-rated reality competition “La Voz Kids,” will sing the national anthem during the opening of the NFL game, Chicago vs. Pittsburgh, this Sunday, September 22. This game is part of the NFL's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time when the NFL and all teams honor the contributions of the Hispanic fans, players, and communities through designated games and celebrations. Flanked by a U.S. Army color guard of Hispanic soldiers, the 12-year-old talented singer will perform live to an audience of nearly 24 million viewers in the nationally televised matchup between two of the country's most popular teams.
Rafael Amaya & Aylin Mujica to Host BILLBOARD MEXICAN MUSIC AWARDS, 10/9September 17, 2013Telemundo announced today that the 2013 Billboard Mexican Music Awards will be hosted by leading telenovela actor Rafael Amaya and the talented and beautiful actress Aylin Mujica. The third annual Awards show, set to broadcast live on Wednesday, October 9 at 7pm/6c from the legendary Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, is the only awards show on a major network that honors Mexican music. Tickets to the coveted ceremony are available on Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, and at the Dolby Theatre box office. Additional information about the Billboard Mexican Music Awards, including the complete list of finalists, is available at www.Telemundo.com/PremiosBillboard, the official website for the 2013 Billboard Mexican Music Awards.
NBCSN to Air Manchester Derby Coverage this WeekendSeptember 17, 2013NBC Sports Group's Premier League coverage this week is highlighted by the Manchester Derby – a contest between local rivals Manchester City and Manchester United – this Sunday at 11 a.m. ET on NBCSN and Telemundo. Plus, Arsenal face Stoke City in the debut of Premier League on CNBC Sunday at 8:30 a.m. ET. CNBC's Premier League coverage on Sunday will begin at 8 a.m. ET with Premier League Live, NBC Sports Group's pre-match show. The Saturday 10 a.m. ET window on NBCSN features league leaders Liverpool against Southampton.