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Filmed over four years and narrated by housemates Sam, Hilly, Lucy, Lewis and Megan, all between the ages of 19-23 and close friends since childhood, "The Specials" shares the ups and downs of their daily lives from first love to heartbreak, from leaving college to finding a job, as well as the day-to-day interactions and complications of sharing a house together. The housemates live life to the max - they enjoy everything from surfing and karaoke to even competing in the Special Olympics.

"We were extremely thrilled to bring this series to OWN. We fell in love with the fun, adventurous energy and bond the housemates share," said producer Carolyn Strauss. "It is our hope that viewers are not only entertained by their experiences, but inspired by their excitement for life and encouraged to accept and celebrate all people no matter their walk in life."

The Webby Award-winning series was originally produced as short form,10-minute webisodes in England. OWN will televise fresh, newly adapted episodes following housemates as they continue to support each other through major changes in their lives -- everything from breakups, to a parents' divorce and finally an engagement. The series truly highlights that we are all more alike than different.

"The Specials" is produced by Katy Lock and Daniel May for KADA Media and executive produced by Carolyn Strauss and D.B. Weiss ("Game of Thrones"), Rosie O'Donnell in association with KidRo Productions and OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

Amazon to Present Four Live-Action AMERICAN GIRL Specials for Prime Video
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2016

Amazon today announced it has signed a multi-year, multimillion dollar production deal with American Girl, a premium brand for girls and subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT), to produce four live-action specials...


AMERICA'S GOT TALENT's Mat Franco to Launch Summer Residency in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - April 02, 2015

Mat Franco, the first magician to win NBC's America's Got Talent, brings his captivating, hold-on-to-your-seat illusions to the heart of the Las Vegas Strip this summer with an all-new resident show at The LINQ Hotel & Casino. Tickets will go on sale April 22 in advance of the June 24 first perform...


USC Shoah Foundation and Comcast to Debut 'Days of Remembrance: PastFORWARD' Series
by Caryn Robbins - April 20, 2015

USC Shoah Foundation, an organization dedicated to overcoming prejudice, intolerance and hatred through the educational use of its visual history testimonies, and Comcast today announced the availability of the annual “Days of Remembrance: PastFORWARD” series...


Annual Sydney Comedy Festival Returning in 2016
by Tyler Peterson - December 09, 2015

Its back! The Sydney Comedy Festival returns in 2016 with a laugh-a-minute 27-day program of back-to-back silliness, foolishness and buckets of absurdity. ...


Jennifer Damiano, F. Michael Haynie and More to Celebrate Eli Bolin at 54 Below in May
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2015

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, will present BOLIN SCHMOLIN: THE SONGS OF ELI BOLIN on Friday, May 1st at 9:30pm. Jennifer Damiano (Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, Next to Normal), Kevin Del Aguila (Peter and the Starcatcher), F. Michael Haynie (Wicked, Peter Pan LIVE!), Larry Hamilton (Captain Loui...


Adrienne Warren & Drew Gasparini Round Out Cast of THE SONGS OF ELI BOLIN at 54 Below
by Tyler Peterson - April 28, 2015

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present BOLIN SCHMOLIN: THE SONGS OF ELI BOLIN on Friday, May 1st at 9:30pm.  ...


Travel Channel to Take Viewers on Adventurous 'Chill-cation' This December
by Caryn Robbins - October 26, 2016

Bundle up because Travel Channel is taking viewers on an adventurous 'Chill-cation' to the world's coolest locations for fun, food, thrills and icy escapades. From December 25 to December 31...


Jack Maxwell to Host Travel Channel's BOOZE TRAVELER: BEST BARS, Premiering 10/11
by Caryn Robbins - September 26, 2016

Cocktail connoisseur Jack Maxwell sets out on a new, fun-filled mission to find the best bars and drinks in the United States for any and every occasion in Travel Channel's new specials, BOOZE TRAVELER: BEST BARS....


THE DAILY SHOW WITH TREVOR NOAH Announces Multiplatform Experience During 2016 Conventions
by Caryn Robbins - July 11, 2016

Comedy Central is providing the most comprehensive and multiplatform look in late night of the 2016 Republican and Democratic National Conventions....


Investigation Discovery to Premiere Seventh Season of DISAPPEARED, 4/11
by Caryn Robbins - March 18, 2016

Amid a call to action from viewers pressing for new episodes, Investigation Discovery is proud to announce the return of the missing persons series DISAPPEARED after more than a three-year hiatus....


AGT Winner Magician Mat Franco Returns to NBC for Two Primetime Specials
by Caryn Robbins - April 02, 2015

Magician Mat Franco, who last year rose above tens of thousands of acts to become the season 9 winner of NBC's hit reality-competition series “America's Got Talent,” is returning to the network for two primetime specials....


VIDEO: Bill Maher Talks Dolce & Gabanna, Crazy Political Correctness, and More
by Sally Henry Fuller - March 28, 2015

Television personality Bill Maher recently addressed liberals who have deviated from portions of the liberal agenda, including Dolce and Gabanna who do not support gay marriage. Maher says he thinks liberals need to lighten up, saying, 'What is the point in attacking people who are 95% on your side?...


The Selecter Sets October Tour Dates to Support TOO MUCH PRESSURE Album
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016

Legendary 2-Tone artist, The Selecter have announced 7 dates in the US for this October celebrating over 35 years of their now classic album TOO MUCH PRESSURE plus sharing tracks from their latest album Subculture....


Adult Swim Announces New & Returning Programming for 2015-16
by Caryn Robbins - May 07, 2015

Adult Swim, basic cable's #1 network with young adults for over a decade, announces a slate of new and returning original programming in advance of being part of the Turner Upfront in New York City...


Celebrate Dia de los Muertos and Halloween in NYC
by Marina Kennedy - October 29, 2015

Check out our roundup for Dia de los Muertos and Halloween in New York City. Get the party started with great food and signature cocktails....


TV: Full Cast Announced in West End's HANGMEN - First Trailer Released!
by Christina Mancuso - October 30, 2015

Full casting has today been announced for the West End run of the Royal Court Theatre's production of Hangmen. ProducersRobert Fox, Matthew Byam Shaw for Playful Productions and Royal Court Theatre Productions are delighted to announce that Andy Nyman will play Syd, Craig Parkinson will take on the ...


Derek McLane, Fatima Robinson, Glenn Weiss Among 2016 OSCARS Production Team
by Caryn Robbins - February 19, 2016

Producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin today announced 14 key members of the production team for the 88th Oscars®, which will air live on Sunday, February 28, on ABC....


TNT Greenlights 12 Additional Episodes of COLD JUSTICE
by Caryn Robbins - March 04, 2015

As TNT's Cold Justice continues to bring closure to long-unsolved cases this winter, the powerful, real-life investigative series is already gearing up for the spring and summer with 12 additional episodes for the show's third season....


On Sale Dates for U.S. Bank Broadway Season Shows at the Fabulous Fox Announced
by Tyler Peterson - August 17, 2015

Single tickets for the Fabulous Fox Theatre's 2015 - 2016 U.S. Bank Broadway Series shows will go on sale Saturday, September 12 at 10:00 a.m....


Smithsonian Channel to Premiere MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS, 2/29
by Caryn Robbins - February 17, 2016

MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS will premiere over four consecutive Monday nights beginning February 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT with a special Black History Month presentation of MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS: HANK AARON....


HBO's REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER Kicks Off 14th Season 1/15
by Caryn Robbins - January 12, 2016

   REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER kicks off its 35-show 14th season FRIDAY, JAN. 15 (10:00-11:00 p.m. live ET/tape-delayed PT), with a replay at 11:00 p.m., exclusively on HBO....


Jennifer Damiano, F. Michael Haynie and More to Celebrate Eli Bolin at 54 Below in May
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2015

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, will present BOLIN SCHMOLIN: THE SONGS OF ELI BOLIN on Friday, May 1st at 9:30pm. Jennifer Damiano (Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, Next to Normal), Kevin Del Aguila (Peter and the Starcatcher), F. Michael Haynie (Wicked, Peter Pan LIVE!), Larry Hamilton (Captain Loui...


Pete Rose Bar & Grill To Bring Modern American Fare, Sports Bar Vibe To Las Vegas Strip
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 02, 2015

Baseball icon Pete Rose is bringing an all-American restaurant and sports bar to the epicenter of the Las Vegas Strip with the grand opening of Pete Rose Bar & Grill in October....


Disney XD Premieres NBA SLAM FUNK! Specials, Beginning Today
by TV News Desk - June 01, 2015

Disney XD teams up with the National Basketball Association on 'NBA Slam Funk!,' three specials featuring the funniest moments by top NBA players on and off the court, set to premiere TODAY, JUNE 1 through WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3...


Smithsonian Channel Premieres MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS Today
by TV News Desk - February 29, 2016

MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS premieres over four consecutive Monday nights beginning tonight, February 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT with a special Black History Month presentation of MAJOR LEAGUE LEGENDS: HANK AARON....






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