Hallmark Channel Announces Biggest Original Holiday Programming in Network History
Hallmark Channel's highly anticipated, annual 'Countdown to Christmas' programming event is a social and cultural phenomenon as viewers flock to the network to get their yearly Yuletide fix and make it the #1 television network in all of Q4. As the country's leading provider of family-friendly entertainment, Hallmark Channel yet again stakes its claim in original holiday programming, unveiling its most robust slate yet with 22 original holiday movie premieres.
ABC Cancels LUCKY 7 After Two Episodes
ABC has cancelled its freshman lotto drama Lucky 7 after just two episodes, it was announced today. The news is somewhat expected, after the second episode on Tuesday earned a meager .7 in the key adult 18-49 demo. Deadline has confirmed that the network will slot Scandal reruns in LUCKY's Tuesday timeslot - with no plans to air the already produced episodes.
Hyatt Launches World's Largest Focus Group To Tap Into The Mindset Of Today's Traveler
CHICAGO, Sept. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ In a continued effort to listen to guests and improve their overall travel experience, on September 26, Hyatt will host The World's Largest Focus Group through a series of online activities grounded in the simple question: 'How do YOU travel?' While traditional focus groups tend to happen behind the glass, Hyatt will utilize its social media presence to gain greater consumer insights and ideas about new offerings, amenities and services, as well as continue its consumer listening efforts by engaging with guests in real-time in multiple time zones around the globe.
Enter ABC's LUCKY 7 Sweepstakes to Win $100,000
In ABC's 'Lucky 7,' a group of lucky co-workers strike it rich when they win a mega million dollar lottery jackpot. Find out how lucky YOU are by entering ABC's 'Lucky 7' Sweepstakes at www.ABCLucky7.com for the chance to win the Grand Prize of $100,000. Upon entering the sweepstakes, viewers will receive an online ticket with seven randomly assigned numbers that could potentially be the Grand Prize winner.
Stronger than the Storm Brings Kites and Castles to the Jersey Shore This August
Stronger than the Storm, a comprehensive consumer campaign developed to raise awareness of the Jersey Shore's recovery, brings Kites and Castles (#kitesandcastles) to a number of Jersey Shore towns this August, including Ocean Grove, Ventnor City, Seaside Park, Cape May City and Asbury Park. To entice children of all ages, the day will feature an array of family friendly activities such as kite making and flying with expert kite flyers and sandcastle building with a world class sculptor, who will also create a sand castle of his own.
ABC Studios Announce New 2013-2014 Series Orders
ABC Studios had another banner development year with nine new shows ordered to series. New dramas "Betrayal," "Killer Women," "Lucky 7," "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland," "Resurrection," along with new comedies "Trophy Wife" and "Mixology," were picked up at ABC. New drama "Intelligence" was ordered at CBS. ABC Studios had the most drama orders of any studio.
ABC Unveils 2013-14 Primetime Schedule; AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D, TOY STORY Among New Entries
New series for the 2013-14 season are "Back in the Game," "Betrayal," "The Goldbergs," "Killer Women," "Lucky 7," "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," "Mind Games," "Mixology," "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland," "Resurrection," "Super Fun Night," "Trophy Wife" and new alternative series "The Quest."
Photo Flash: First Look at PRIVATE PRACTICE's Series Finale!
On the series finale of PRIVATE PRACTICE, entitled 'In Which We Say Goodbye,' ABC's hit drama 'Private Practice' will end its run with a special farewell to the beloved doctors of Seaside Health and Wellness. Naomi returns to stand by Addison's side on her wedding day, Cooper struggles with the hardships of being a stay-at-home father, and Violet begins a new project close to her heart. The episode airs TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.