Syfy Greenlights New Scripted Series HELIXMarch 7, 2013Syfy is giving a 13-episode greenlight to Helix (working title), its newest original scripted series for 2013, it was announced today by Mark Stern, President of Original Content, Syfy and Co-Head Original Content, Universal Cable Productions. Helix is Executive Produced by Ronald D. Moore (Battlestar Galactica), Lynda Obst (Sleepless in Seattle, Contact), Steven Maeda (Lost, CSI: Miami, The X-Files) and Cameron Porsandeh, who wrote the pilot, will serve as Co-Executive Producer. The series will be produced by Sony Pictures Television.
Photo Flash: Next Week's All New Episode of CBS' GOLDEN BOYMarch 7, 2013On GOLDEN BOY's upcoming episode, titled 'Role Models,' when a police officer who worked with Owen and Arroyo is killed while moonlighting for a rap mogul, Clark is called to investigate. Meanwhile, Clark threatens to expose Arroyo and McKenzie's relationship, on Tuesday, March 12 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on CBS.
VIDEO: New Trailer for AFTER EARTH UnveiledMarch 7, 2013Sony Pictures has a revealed the second trailer for their upcoming action film AFTER EARTH, featuring stars Will and Jaden Smith. M. Night Shyamalan directs the film which is set to hit theaters on June 7th. Check out the new trailer below!
Chicago Blackhawks' Streak Drives Record Ratings for NBC SportsMarch 7, 2013The Chicago Blackhawks (21-0-3) have started the season with a historic season-opening 24-game point streak, the best ever in the NHL, resulting in record ratings across NBC, NBC Sports Network and Comcast SportsNet Chicago, an NBC Sports Regional Network.
Joy Behar to Exit ABC's THE VIEW in AugustMarch 7, 2013Joy Behar is packing up and moving on. According to Deadline, the long-time talk show co-host is officially exiting ABC's THE VIEW come August, when her current contract expires.
Disney Channel Orders New Animated Series STAR AND THE FORCES OF EVILMarch 7, 2013Disney Channel has ordered 'Star and the Forces of Evil' (working title), an animated comedy adventure about a fun-loving magical teen princess from another dimension who -- after a few bold skirmishes with other-worldly monsters -- is sent by her Royal Parents to live with the Diaz family on Earth. Eden Sher (ABC's 'The Middle') provides the voice of the lead character, Star Butterfly. Production has begun for a scheduled Fall 2014 premiere. The announcement was made today by Eric Coleman, Senior Vice President, Original Series, Disney Television Animation.
Photo Flash: First Look - BODY OF PROOF's 'Eye for an Eye,' Airing 3/19March 7, 2013On BODY OF PROOF's upcoming episode, titled 'Eye for an Eye,' Megan and Tommy must solve two murders that appear to be the work of vigilante killer. After Megan questions Trent Marsh (Henry Ian Cusick, 'Scandal'), the grief counselor for one of the victim's parents, she decides to take him up on his offer of counseling her on her own issues about her father's suicide. But Megan is shocked by what she finds in his waiting room, on TUESDAY, MARCH 19 (10:01-11:00 p.m. ET) on ABC.
Season Finale of truTV's FULL THROTTLE SALOON Draws 1.9M ViewersMarch 7, 2013truTV's hit series Full Throttle Saloon capped its fourth season with 1.9 million viewers, a boost of +29% over last week's episode. Among key adult demos, Full Throttle Saloon garnered 1.1 million adults 18-49 (+24% vs. last week) and 570,000 men 18-49 (+11%).
Photo Flash: Next Week's All New Episode of WHITNEYMarch 7, 2013On next week's new episode of NBC's WHITNEY, titled 'Nesting, 'Alex (Chris D'Elia) convinces Whitney (Whitney Cummings) to celebrate their honeymoon at his parent's lake house, but they are surprised to be greeted by Alex's troubled father upon arrival. Wayne (Guest star Dean Norris) reveals to Whitney that the picture perfect marriage between he and Alex's mother is not as great as everyone believes. In the meantime, Mark (Dan O'Brien), Lily (Zoe Lister-Jones) and Roxanne (Rhea Seehorn) make themselves comfortable in Alex and Whitney's apartment and discover some weird habits their friends share. 'Nesting' airs March 13 at 8:00 p.m. on NBC.
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Classic Moments, 3/11-29March 7, 2013THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, daytime's #1 drama, celebrates its upcoming 40th anniversary with special on-air videos featuring 13 cast members reflecting on their time with the iconic show. These poignant three-minute videos will air at the beginning of episodes airing Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 29, and will also be posted to Y&R's 40th Anniversary site at www.cbs.com/yr40th. Sixteen additional exclusive videos highlighting more cast members started posting in late February.
Lionsgate, Universal, Disney, WB, & Paramount Join DCDC DistributionMarch 7, 2013The Digital Cinema Distribution Coalition (DCDC) announced today that it has reached agreements with Lionsgate, Universal Pictures, The Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Paramount Pictures to provide each with theatrical digital delivery services across North America. DCDC, formed by AMC Theatres, Regal Entertainment Group, Cinemark Theatres, Universal Pictures and Warner Bros., has created a network for next generation satellite and terrestrial digital distribution capable of supporting feature, promotional, pre-show and live content distribution into theatres using the latest in digital distribution technologies. The network is designed to provide a highly reliable and cost effective distribution model for distributors and exhibitors alike. As digital distribution replaces the use of traditional, physical media for content distribution, users of the network will have access to a host of delivery options and resources.
The CW to Head to SXSW Interactive 2013 This WeekenedMarch 7, 2013The CW will head to SXSW Interactive this weekend, with activities, including an immersive #SXCW social experience at the Warner Bros. Tell-A-Vision space from March 10-11; the chance for SXSWi attendees to pitch original ideas for a digital series to CWD, The CW's digital studio; and a special appearance by Ian Somerhalder, star of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES - the network's #1 show in key demographics - who will connect with fans who submit questions via Twitter using the #TweetMeIan hashtag.
Bravo to Premiere Season 2 of Kim Zolciak's DON'T BE TARDY, 4/16March 7, 2013Bravo Media's 'Don't Be Tardy...' season two, featuring newlyweds Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann, will now premiere with back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, April 16 at 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. It's only been a year since Kim's million-dollar wedding to the Atlanta Falcons defensive end Kroy, but a lot has changed in the newlyweds' life. This season as their family grows even bigger with the addition of a fourth child, Kash Kade, they're working on remodeling their new home while Kroy and his team are enjoying an extremely successful football season with the hopes of making it to the Super Bowl. But as everyone knows, the path to success isn't without some bumps in the road. The Biermanns are living in tight quarters in Kim's old townhouse, impatient for the seemingly endless construction to finish; Kim's daughters, who've had their mother all to themselves for most of their lives, now have to share her with their young siblings. To make matters worse, Kim's parents, who haven't spoken to their daughter since Kim kicked them out of her wedding, are dragging her to court for visitation with their granddaughters. Kim refuses to let any of this bring down her spirits because as she says, 'Just ask, believe and receive.'