THE SOUP INVESTIGATES Among E!'s October Programming Highlights

E! has announced its upcoming October programming lineup, including a slew of new premieres, movies, and episodes of its ongoing series. Check out details below!

PREMIERES
"The Soup Investigates"
Premieres Wednesday, October 2nd @ 10:30pm ET/PT
The weekly series that has become the communal mocking place for all WTF, OMG and LOL moments in television history is set to continue its unparalleled, hilarious, sarcastic commentary in the spin-off series "The Soup Investigates." In the new tongue-in-cheek series hosted by Joel McHale, a team of not-so-professional investigators will explore the most unfathomable mysteries, controversial rumors and infamous questions in pop culture. From the absurd and inexplicable to the bizarre and just plain silly, there is no subject too sensitive for "The Soup" team. The new six episode, 30-minute series "The Soup Investigates" premieres Wednesday, October 2 at 10:30pm ET/PT following a new episode of "The Soup" at 10pm ET/PT on E!

In the premiere episode, Joel and his team of not-so-professional investigators uncover the truth about pop culture curiosities: "Streaming Piles Of Hits," "16 & Not Pregnant" and "Dance Dads"

"Society X with Laura Ling: Designer Drugs"
Premieres Thursday, October 3rd @ 10:00pm ET/PT
In an all-new docu-style series, E! Investigates a number of pop culture trends that are gaining momentum on the fringes of society, yet which are questionable to those in the mainstream. "Society X With Laura Ling" opens the aperture on today's most fascinating and of-the-moment fads, lifestyles and underground worlds. In each thought-provoking show, Ling will interview those who are enmeshed in the particular sub-culture to bring E! viewers an unvarnished look at these provocative lifestyles. "Society X With Laura Ling" launches Thursday, October 3 at 10pm ET/PT with a look at the world of synthetic drugs.

In the series premiere, Laura Ling investigates a disturbing trend of getting high on psychoactive materials derived by making modifications to existing active drugs. Ling exposes the frightening truth about the substances known as research chemicals - bath salts, spice, and synthetic hallucinogens - along with their tragic consequences for so many who dare to "party" with them. She discovers where these drugs are derived, who buys them, who sells them, who is using them and why they are so difficult to legally regulate. She also interviews users themselves about the damaging effects these drugs have had on them, and speaks at length to one currently addicted person about his daily usage and whether he has any plans to stop.

E! ENTERTAINMENT SPECIALS
"The E! True Hollywood Story: Paula Deen"
Premieres Monday, October 14th @ 10:00pm ET/PT
Chef, restaurateur, author, actress, Emmy award winning television host - "The E! True Hollywood Story: Paula Deen" is a captivating look at the controversial life of Paula Deen. The compelling special tells the story of broke, divorced mother of two who carved out an empire for herself as the "southern comfort" version of Martha Stewart, only to see it all fall apart amidst a national scandal.

"Secret Societies of Hollywood"
Premieres Thursday, October 24th @ 8:00pm ET/PT
Beyond the star-studded red carpet and behind the mile-high security gates lies a Forbidden Hollywood that only the rich and famous know about ...until now. The fascinating two-hour documentary, "Secret Societies of Hollywood," exposes the ultra-exclusive parties, underground clubs, political hook-ups and celebrity Scandal "fixers" that exist in today's entertainment industry.

"E! Entertainment Special Hollywood Death Trip"
Premieres Thursday, October 24th @ 10:00pm ET/PT
"E! Entertainment Special Hollywood Death Trip" follows the real-life guided tour of high profile murders and shocking deaths that occurred in Los Angeles. The captivating E! Special unravels some of the most gruesome and notorious cases that made headlines, and takes a look at where these events actually unfolded.

"E! Entertainment Special Tori Spelling"
Premieres Monday, October 28th @ 10:00pm ET/PT
She's Hollywood royalty; the star of Beverly Hills 90210 and the daughter of TV legend, Aaron Spelling. In "E! Entertainment Special Tori Spelling," Tori Spelling, speaks candidly to Giuliana Rancic about going from riches to rags, finding her soul mate, and navigating the press along the way.

MOVIES WE LOVE
"Can't Hardly Wait"
Airs Saturday, October 5th @ 8pm ET/PT
A multicharacter teenage comedy about high school graduates with different agenda of life on graduation night.

"Reno 911!: Miami"
Airs Saturday, October 12th @ 8pm ET/PT
A rag-tag team of Reno Cops are called in to save the day after a terrorist attack disrupts a national police convention in Miami Beach during spring break. Based on the Comedy Central series.

ONGOING SERIES
"Chelsea Lately"
Airs weeknights @ 11:00pm ET/PT
This series provides late night phenom Chelsea Handler with the perfect showcase for what she does best: comment on pop culture & entertainment news while interacting with the public. The daily program offers a tongue-in-cheek look at entertainment news, celebrity truths and rumors that just won't die, and other hot topics of the day. Bringing refreshing new energy to the late night arena, "Chelsea Lately" is an authentic and hilarious commentary on the celebrity culture around us.

"E! News"
Airs Weeknights @ 7:00pm & 11:30pm ET/PT
E!'s popular series, "E! News," gives entertainment fans extensive coverage of breaking news, behind-the-scenes access to the hottest shows, exclusive celebrity interviews and all the biggest red carpet events. Alongside E! News anchor Giuliana Rancic and co-anchor Terrence Jenkins, viewers' favorite celebrity correspondents - Jason Kennedy, Catt Sadler, Ken Baker, Kristina Guerrero, Alicia Quarles and Melanie Bromley - bring fans breaking news, inside celebrity scoop and coverage of pop culture's biggest events.

"Eric & Jessie: Game On" (10/6, 10/13, 10/27)
Airs Sundays @ 10:00pm ET/PT
The series takes viewers inside the steamy relationship of country/pop singer Jessie James and Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker as they prepare for their wedding. The sexy, young couple's road to the altar is chronicled as they juggle careers, relationships, family and more. Currently residing in their Denver dream home, they share an ambition to succeed, a charmingly fun and unfiltered outlook on life, and most of all, a red hot attraction for each other.

"Fashion Police" (10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25)
Airs Fridays @ 9:00pm ET/PT
Comedy superstar Joan Rivers brings her notorious and no-holds-barred celebrity fashion and juicy pop culture commentary to viewers as host of E!'s popular weekly series, "Fashion Police." Joining her are E!'s resident fashionista Giuliana Rancic, Red Carpet darling Kelly Osbourne and celebrity stylist George Kotsiopoulos. These Hollywood insiders battle to right all the fashion wrongs and bring viewers their honest critique of the latest celebrity fashion and pop culture commentary each and every week. From runway shows and the hottest red carpets to Hollywood style out and about, this fierce foursome gives viewers a complete recap of the week's celebrity fashion, along with the latest Hollywood stories.

"Giuliana & Bill" season six (10/15, 10/22, 10/29)
Airs Tuesdays @ 10:00pm ET/PT
The most recent episodes of "Giuliana & Bill," which previously aired on The Style Network, debuts in its new regular time slot at 10:00pm ET/PT. E! will air season six of "Giuliana & Bill" showcasing the power couple's new roles as parents to son Duke, their successful careers, and their ongoing discussions of possibly growing their family.

"Hello Ross" (10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25)
Airs Fridays @ 10:00pm ET/PT
"Hello Ross" is the new weekly fan destination where the intersections of celebrity gossip and pop culture collide, hosted by the world's biggest super fan himself, Ross Mathews. Whether you are watching at home or sitting front row in the studio audience, "Hello Ross" will give everyone a unique Viewpoint into the latest Hollywood news with the ability to share their opinion via Facebook and Twitter on all the latest in pop culture, debate the most buzzworthy topics, and come face to face with their favorite celebrities. This highly interactive series will allow viewers to join in on the conversation via social platforms and talk directly with Ross, directly influencing the tone and direction of the show.

"Keeping Up with the Kardashians" (10/6, 10/13, 10/27)
Airs Sundays @ 9:00pm ET/PT
"Keeping Up with the Kardashians" is returning in an all-new season that once again takes viewers inside the ever-evolving, unfiltered relationships of this close-knit, blended family. Kris, Bruce, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Rob, Kendall and Kylie are known for boisterously celebrating life's golden moments and fiercely banding together when mishaps threaten their strong bonds. As their lives evolve, the always outspoken and unpredictable family are sticking together through all the laughs, cries and inevitable drama in between.

"The Soup" (10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30)
Airs Wednesdays @ 10:00pm ET/PT
"The Soup" reigns in the week's wildest and most memorable moments in the world of entertainment. Whether it's pointing out the latest escapades of celebutants or politicians, commenting on the love lives of our favorite celebrities or re living the most outrageous clips of reality television, host Joel McHale has it covered. With his trademark dry wit and off the cuff humor, there's never a dull moment on "The Soup," so stay in touch with popular culture, re live it or catch up on it each week on E!.

"The Soup Investigates" (10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30)
Airs Wednesdays @ 10:30pm ET/PT
The weekly series that has become the communal mocking place for all WTF, OMG and LOL moments in television history is set to continue its unparalleled, hilarious, sarcastic commentary in the spin-off series "The Soup Investigates." In the new tongue-in-cheek series hosted by Joel McHale, a team of not-so-professional investigators will explore the most unfathomable mysteries, controversial rumors and infamous questions in pop culture. From the absurd and inexplicable to the bizarre and just plain silly, there is no subject too sensitive for "The Soup" team.

"Tia & Tamera" season three (10/15, 10/22, 10/29)
Airs Tuesdays @ 9:00pm ET/PT
The most recent episodes of "Tia & Tamera," which previously aired on The Style Network, debuts in its new regular time slot at 9:00pm ET/PT. E! will bring viewers the third season of "Tia & Tamera" following the twins as they expand their businesses, balance motherhood, and return to the small screen. The best friends strive to find their individual identities while Being part of this recognizable duo.

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