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OWN to Air John Legend Hosted Special REVISITING UNDERGROUND
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 22, 2020

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will air “Revisiting Underground,” an all-new half-hour special from Sony Pictures Television, immediately following the previously announced January 5 premiere on OWN of the critically acclaimed historical drama “Underground on OWN” at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Freeform Cancels CLOAK AND DAGGER
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 24, 2019

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Freeform has canceled Marvel's 'Cloak and Dagger' after two seasons.

Freeform Releases Key Art and Announces Premiere Date for MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 5, 2019

Critically acclaimed series “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” is the story of Tandy Bowen (Olivia Holt) and Tyrone Johnson (Aubrey Joseph)—two teenagers from very different backgrounds who find themselves burdened and awakened to newly acquired superpowers, which are mysteriously linked to one another. The only constants in their lives are danger and each other. Tandy can emit light daggers and Tyrone has the ability to control the power of darkness. They quickly learn they are better together than apart.

Freeform Sets A STAGE FOR EVERYONE at Summit
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 17, 2019

Freeform announced today the second annual Freeform Summit, a network and industrywide event featuring some of the biggest names at the forefront of the network's 2019 programming slate, to be held in Hollywood on THURSDAY, MARCH 28. The summit will also spotlight key influencers, tastemakers and pop culture titans who have dedicated their voices to creating culture and effecting change. This year, the theme for the event will be a reimagined beauty pageant, providing “a stage for everyone” to have a voice, be ambassadors of change and tell stories that matter. Panels will deliver candid conversations surrounding representation, authentic storytelling, inclusion and mentorship, and emphasize how far young adults have pushed society to reexamine cultural norms.

Freeform to Air Exclusive Linear Premiere of MARVEL'S RUNAWAYS After MARVEL'S CLOAK AND DAGGER Season Finale
by Tori Hartshorn - Aug 1, 2018

Freeform to Air Exclusive Linear Premiere of MARVEL'S RUNAWAYS After MARVEL'S CLOAK AND DAGGER Season Finale

Marvel's CLOAK & DAGGER to Return to Freeform for Second Season
by Macon Prickett - Jul 23, 2018

Today, in front of over four thousand screaming fans at San Diego Comic-Con, the cast and executive producers of the critically-acclaimed Freeform series “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” announced that the series has been picked up for a second season. The “superhero show of the summer” (Vulture), will be back with ten all-new episodes promising mayhem in Spring 2019.

Freeform Greenlights Season Two of 'Marvel's Cloak & Dagger'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2018

In front of over 4000 screaming fans at San Diego Comic-Con, the cast and executive producers of the critically acclaimed Freeform series “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger,” today announced the series has been picked up for a second season. The “superhero show of the summer” (Vulture), will be back with 10 all-new episodes promising mayhem in spring 2019.

VIDEO: Freeform Shares A New Featurette for Marvel's CLOAK & DAGGER
by Macon Prickett - Jul 6, 2018

Olivia Holt ('Tandy Bowen') and Aubrey Joseph ('Tyrone Johnson') along with Executive Producer/Showrunner Joe Pokaski discuss the series' relatable lead characters and the emotional journeys viewers can anticipate in this new featurette from Freeform. The next new episode of “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” airs Thursday, July 12 (8:00 – 9:01 p.m. EDT) on Freeform.

Photo Coverage: The Stars of Marvel's CLOAK & DAGGER Shine At WONDERCON
by Macon Prickett - Mar 26, 2018

The executive producers and cast of Freeform's highly anticipated new original series “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” attended WonderCon on Friday, March 23, in Anaheim, California, where fans in attendance got a special sneak peek at the premiere episode. Immediately following the screening, cast members Olivia Holt and Aubrey Joseph, along with Joe Pokaski (executive producer and showrunner) and director Gina Prince-Bythewood participated in Q&A session moderated by Jeph Loeb (executive producer, Head of Marvel Television).

Photo Coverage: Freeform Presented the World Premiere Watch Party of Marvel's CLOAK & DAGGER At SXSW
by Macon Prickett - Mar 13, 2018

The cast and crew of Freeform's highly anticipated new series “Marvel's Cloak& Dagger” attended the world premiere watch party at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, March 11, an event which marked Freeform and Marvel Television's first presence at the popular festival. “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” is the story of Tandy Bowen (Olivia Holt) and Tyrone Johnson (Aubrey Joseph) – two teenagers from very different backgrounds, who find themselves burdened by and awakened to newly discovered superpowers which are mysteriously linked to one another.

Freeform Presents the World Premiere Watch Party of 'Marvel's Cloak & Dagger' at South by Southwest
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 28, 2018

Freeform, Disney's young adult television network, today announced “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” will have its world premiere watch party during South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, on March 11, as partner programming. The premiere will mark Freeform and Marvel Television's first presence at SXSW. “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” is the story of Tandy Bowen (Olivia Holt) and Tyrone Johnson (Aubrey Joseph) – two teenagers from very different backgrounds, who find themselves burdened by and awakened to newly discovered superpowers which are mysteriously linked to one another.

Freeform Announces MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER Panel For First Ever Freeform Summit
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 17, 2018

Freeform Announces MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER Panel For First Ever Freeform Summit

Panel Announced for MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER Freeform Summit
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 17, 2018

Freeform, Disney's young adult television network, announced today the latest additions to the Freeform Summit, a first-time event for the network, featuring a series of panel discussions addressing activism, social change, representation in television and various other important issues defining modern youth culture today.

Season 2 of Critically Drama UNDERGROUND Debuts on DVD Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2017

The harrowing journey to freedom along the Underground Railroad continues when the critically acclaimed drama, UNDERGROUND: SEASON TWO, debuts on DVD July 11 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

John Legend's Song 'In America' from UNDERGROUND Released Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2017

Academy Award®, Golden Globe® winner and ten-time Grammy Award® winning visionary John Legend has released "In America," a new, original song featured in WGN America's hit TV series "Underground," produced by Sony Pictures Television.

WGN America Cancels Pre-Civil War Drama UNDERGROUND After 2 Seasons
by Caryn Robbins - May 31, 2017

WGN America has canceled its pre-Civil War historical drama UNDERGROUND after two seasons. The series follows the lives of runaway slaves and abolitionists who fight for freedom and create what became known as the UNDERGROUND Railroad.

Season 2 of Critically Drama UNDERGROUND Debuts on DVD 7/11
by Caryn Robbins - May 15, 2017

The harrowing journey to freedom along the Underground Railroad continues when the critically acclaimed drama, UNDERGROUND: SEASON TWO, debuts on DVD July 11 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

VIDEO: Freeform Releases First Trailer for MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 19, 2017

Freeform has released the first trailer from the upcoming series MARVEL'S CLOAK & DAGGER. The 10-episode season is set to premiere early 2018.

WGN American to Present Special Episode of UNDERGROUND Featuring Harriet Tubman
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 31, 2017

WGN America announced today that the sixth installment of its gripping, hit series, UNDERGROUND, slated to air at a special time on Wednesday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT, will in its entirety feature a solo performance by Aisha Hinds

Cast of WGN America's UNDERGROUND Set for Live Tweeting Experience Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 8, 2017

UNDERGROUND fans everywhere can experience the exhilarating season two premiere of the hit Underground Railroad thriller right alongside the show's cast and creative team, for a special 'tweet up' viewing experience