Review Roundup: Did BATTLE OF THE SEXES Win Over the Critics?
The electrifying 1973 tennis match between World number one Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and ex-champ and serial hustler Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) was billed as THE BATTLE OF THE SEXES and became one of the most watched televised sports events of all time. The match caught the zeitgeist and sparked a global conversation on gender equality, spurring on the feminist movement.
Photo Flash: First Look - 1600 PENN's 'Dinner, Bath, Puzzle,' Airing 3/21
On next week's all new episode of 1600 PENN, titled 'Dinner, Bath, Puzzle,' after a meeting with the French President (guest star Tom Amandes) and his wife (guest star Sofia Milos), President Gilchrist (Bill Pullman) and Emily (Jenna Elfman) decide to plan an outside-the-box date night in hopes of rekindling their romance. Elsewhere, when Skip (Josh Gad) is left to watch the children for the evening, things don't go quite as expected. Meanwhile, Marshall (Andre Holland) and D.B. (guest star Robbie Amell) form an unexpected bond. Martha MacIsaac, Amara Miller and Benjamin Stockham also star. 'Dinner, Bath, Puzzle' airs March 21 at 9:30 p.m. on NBC.
Photo Flash: First Look - 1600 PENN's 'Game Theory,' Airing 3/7
On 1600 PENN's upcoming episode, titled 'Game Theory,' when Skip (Josh Gad) announces his big date with Stacey (guest star Susan Park), Emily (Jenna Elfman) takes it upon herself to make sure it goes off without a hitch. 'Game Theory' airs March 7 at 9:30 p.m. on NBC.
NBC Pulls 1600 PENN from Next Week's Schedule
Another freshman NBC series may be facing the axe. After today's announcement that they had officially cancelled DO NO HARM after two episodes, the network also confirmed that the low-rating 1600 PENN will not be airing next week. NBC has replaced the February 14 episode of the political comedy, starring Bill Pullman and Jenna Elfman, with a new installment of its departing series THE OFFICE.
Photo Flash: 1600 PENN's 'To the Ranch'
On 1600 PENN's upcoming episode, titled 'To the Ranch,' when unable to make a decision about who to nominate to the Supreme Court, President Dale Gilchrist (Bill Pullman) decides to take a family trip to their ranch to clear his head. During their getaway, Skip (Josh Gad) finds himself moping over his failed relationship, while Becca (Martha MacIsaac) contemplates major flaws in her own relationship. Meanwhile, Emily (Jenna Elfman) attempts to spend some quality time with Marigold (Amara Miller) and Xander (Benjamin Stockham), who both struggle with their loss of technology while at the ranch. Andre Holland also stars. 'To the Ranch' airs February 21 at 9:30PM on NBC.
Photo Flash: 1600 PENN's 'Skip the Tour,' Airing 2/7
On 1600 PENN's Feb. 7 episode, entitled 'Skip the Tour,' President Dale Gilchrist's (Bill Pullman) brother Doug (guest star Bruce Campbell) stops by the White House, initiating a long-standing rivalry which threatens their relationship and prompts Emily (Jenna Elfman) to take on the role of peacemaker. Meanwhile, Becca (Martha MacIsaac) prepares for an interview and Skip (Josh Gad) decides to offer his own special version of the White House tour after witnessing one from an official tour guide (guest star Rory O'Malley). Amara Miller, Benjamin Stockham and Andre Holland also star. Robbie Amell guest stars.
Photo Flash: 1600 PENN's 'Frosting/Nixon,' Airing 1/31
On 1600 Penn's upcoming episode 'Frosting/Nixon,' set to air on NBC on Jan. 31, President Dale Gilchrist (Bill Pullman) is forced to deal with a group of angry protestors after Skip's (Josh Gad) attempt to quell the situation goes awry. Emily (Jenna Elfman) tries to form a closer relationship with Xander (Benjamin Stockham), by helping him campaign for student body President. Elsewhere, Becca (Martha MacIsaac) has a hard time coping with her future. Andre Holland and Amara Miller also star. 'Frosting Nixon' airs at 9:30 PM.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Tonight's Episode of NBC's 1600 PENN
In tonight's episode of NBC's 1600 PENN, 'So You Don't Want to Dance,' in an attempt to rally votes for new educational reforms, President Gilchrist (Bill Pullman) and First Lady Emily (Jenna Elfman) hold an extravagant gala to gain the support of the unlikable Senator Thoroughgood (guest star Stacy Keach), who attends with his wife Bunny (guest star Constance Towers).
Photo Flash: 1600 PENN's 'Meet the Parent,' Airing 1/24
On 1600 PENN's upcoming episode, 'Meet the Parent,' airing Jan. 24 on NBC, a determined President Gilchrist (Bill Pullman) uses his clout to track down someone that just might prove to be someone of major importance to the First Family. Meanwhile, the Gilchrist's host the Austrian Chancellor (guest star David St. James) and his wife (guest star Rebecca Wysocki ), but when Emily (Jenna Elfman) questions proper protocol and tries to do things her own special way, she lands herself in quite a difficult situation. Elsewhere, Skip (Josh Gad) realizes his true calling in life. Martha MacIsaac, Andre Holland, Amara Miller and Benjamin Stockham also star. Robbie Amell and Rene Auberjonois guest star.
VIDEO: Josh Gad, Bill Pullman in All-New 1600 PENN Promo
NBC has released an all-new promo for its new comedy series 1600 PENN, premiering tonight at 8:30/7:30 pm/ET. The preview features series stars Bill Pullman and Josh Gad who portray the President and First Son respectively. Check it out below!
VIDEO: Josh Gad, Rory O'Malley Reunite on Set of NBC's 1600 PENN
In a new NBC promo entitled 'A Day in the Life: With Josh Gad', go behind the scenes with 1600 PENN star Josh Gad and the cast of the new comedy premiering Thursday, January 10th at 9:30/8:30c. In the video, Gad bumps into his Book of Mormon co-star, Tony nominee Rory O'Malley, who guest stars as 'a rule-abiding White House tour guide' on the show. Check it out below!
TV: Josh Gad Chats New Series 1600 PENN
'Book of Mormon' star and Tony award nominee Josh Gad sat down to talk about his new NBC comedy 1600 PENN, premiering Thursday, January 10 (9:30-10 p.m. ET) on NBC. In the series, Gad portrays First Son Skip, described as 'one of the administration's biggest liabilities.' Check out the interview below!