NBC Universo Debuts as Top Hispanic Cable NetworkFebruary 3, 2015NBC UNIVERSO, the modern, general entertainment cable channel for Latinos, was the most-watched Hispanic cable network the day of its re-launch on Sun., Feb. 1, in total day and primetime, fueled by its exclusive Spanish-language broadcast of Super Bowl XLIX, which reached a cumulative audience of 1.14 million viewers, according to Nielsen. The telecast's viewership topped out at an average of 457,000 viewers during the final minutes of the New England Patriots' thrilling 28-24 victory over the defending champion Seattle Seahawks, and averaged 368,000 total viewers – 259,000 were adults 18-49. The network out-delivered Hispanic cable competitors by at least 2:1 during primetime, and Super Bowl XLIX was also the most viewed program outside of top soccer matches in the network's history (including on its predecessor channel, mun2).
WIZARD WARS Sets New Series Records on SyfyFebruary 3, 2015Syfy's Wizard Wars set new series records during its Thursday, January 29 return, transfixing 1.68 million total viewers along with 714K Adults 18-49 and 782K Adults 25-54 based on L+3 data. Versus its series premiere on August 19, 2014, Wizard Wars increased 36 percent in total viewers, 13 percent among viewers 18-49 and 18 percent among viewers 25-54.
STAGE TUBE: Netflix Debuts First Teaser for Marvel's DAREDEVILFebruary 3, 2015Season one of MARVEL'S DAREDEVIL will premiere with thirteen (13) one-hour episodes on April 10, 2015 at 12:01 AM PT in all territories where Netflix is available. Today, the streaming service has offered up a first look at the series - check it out below!
Malin Akerman Joins Cast of Showtime's Wall Street Drama BILLIONSFebruary 3, 2015According to Deadline, Malin Akerman has signed on to join the cast of Billions, an upcoming Wall Street drama written and produced by Brian Koppelman and David Levien (Ocean's Thirteen, RUNAWAY Jury, Runner Runner) and writer Andrew Ross Sorkin (Too Big to Fail).
NBCUniversal Names Tom Winiarski Executive VP, Planning & Monetization, Advertising SalesFebruary 3, 2015NBCUniversal today appointed Tom Winiarski to the newly created role of Executive Vice President, Advertising Sales Planning & Monetization. Winiarski has strategic oversight of sales planning and inventory management of the company's vast portfolio, including two broadcast networks, 17 cable networks and more than 50 digital properties. Utilizing NBCUniversal's unique suite of reporting tools, he is charged with maximizing revenue and serving clients' needs through informed, data-driven decisions and strategic inventory analytics. Winiarski reports to Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Advertising Sales and Client Partnerships, NBCUniversal.
TV Exclusive: First Trailer for THE ROAD TO DAMASCUS, Now Playing at 59E59 TheatersFebruary 3, 201559E59 Theaters presents the world premiere of THE ROAD TO DAMASCUS, written by Tom Dulack and directed by Michael Parva. Produced by The Directors Company and part of the 59E59's inaugural 5A Season, THE ROAD TO DAMASCUS began performances on Saturday, January 17 for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 1. To purchase tickets, call Ticket Central at (212) 279-4200 or visit www.59e59.org.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT RIVALRY Continues this Week on NBCSNFebruary 2, 2015NBC Sports Group presents five NHL matchups this week on NBC and NBCSN, highlighted by an Original Six Wednesday Night Rivalry showdown between Milan Lucicand the Boston Bruins and Henrik Lundqvist and the New York Rangers on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN. In addition, NBC presents the NHL Game of the Week on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. ET, when T.J. Oshie and the St. Louis Blues host Patrick Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks.
SUPER BOWL XLIX Becomes Most-Watched TV Show in U.S. HistoryFebruary 2, 2015 Super Bowl XLIX on NBC, featuring the New England Patriots' history-making comeback from 10 points behind in the fourth quarter to defeat the Seattle Seahawks 28-24, is the most-watched television program in U.S. history and the highest-rated Super Bowl in 30 seasons, according to fast national data released today by The Nielsen Company.
Garret Dillahunt Heading to BROOKLYN NINE-NINEFebruary 2, 2015According to The Hollywood Reporter, former RAISING HOPE star Garret Dillahunt is set to guest star on Fox's BROOKLYN NINE-NINE. It marks the first time he's returned to the network.
Mexico's Attorney General & More Set for ENFOQUE CON JOSE DIAZ-BALART, 2/1January 30, 2015“Enfoque con José Díaz-Balart” will analyze the recent announcement by Mexico's Attorney General declaring that the 43 students who disappeared in Mexico were killed and incinerated, as well as the latest proposals to reinforce security along the border, and the first year in government of Honduras' President, Juan Orlando Hernández, this Sunday, February 1 at 12PM/11 AM C on Telemundo.