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Seven AMC Networks series are making the leap to WBD’s Max in a “programming pop-up.” “AMC+ Picks on Max” starts September 1, offering Max subscribers seasons of “Fear the Walking Dead,” “Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire,” “Dark Winds,” “Gangs of London,” “Ride with Norman Reedus,” “A Discovery of Witches” and “Killing Eve” for 60 days. “AMC Networks makes great shows, and our goal is to bring these shows to as many people as possible, in ways that best serve viewers,” explained Dan McDermott, President of Entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks, of the unusual move. “This promotional arrangement with Warner Bros. Discovery is a terrific opportunity to serve up some of our most popular and critically acclaimed programming to millions of Max subscribers in the US for two full months.”
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Viewers are spending more than 10 minutes on average trying to find something to watch – and not always succeeding, according to Nielsen’s 2023 State of Play report. In fact, 20% of viewers searching were so frustrated they decided to do something other than watch TV. “As individual FAST services increase their channels – many of which include several hundred – success will hinge on their ability to quickly connect viewers with content they’re looking for,” noted the report. “That point, which is critical across all streaming services, becomes even more critical when you consider that many channels and programs are not exclusive to individual services.”
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Recent political activity has caused a spike in national TV political advertising, which jumped to $3.7 million over the last seven weeks, according to estimates from EDO Ad EnGage. On August 23, the day of the GOP debate, media buying from super PACs rose to 50 million impressions, up from 3.1 million on July 2.
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Following accusations of malfeasance and a hostile membership environment, the Hollywood Critics Association is rebranding as the Hollywood Creative Alliance. The H.C.A. will include critics, entertainment journalists, content creators, industry influencers, and creatives as part of its overall membership. We Live Entertainment’s Scott Menzel will remain as CEO/President. “Over the past several years, the industry has been faced with a series of ongoing challenges that have and will continue to change the industry as we know it,” said Menzel. “As a younger organization, a decision was made to re-establish and expand the H.C.A. to better reflect its membership and vision for the future.”
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Roku has renewed “NFL Draft: The Pick is In” for a second season. The docuseries premiered August 25 and was The Roku Channel’s top original documentary premiere.
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The subject of mental health challenges faced by athletes is tackled in “Behind the Racquet,” a docuseries in development from Venus Williams and Wondermind. Rex Miller (“Citizen Ashe”) will direct. “By exploring and sharing how athletes cope with their mental health and other off-court challenges, we’re able to address and normalize the many different layers of how mental health contributes to player performance and beyond,” said Williams.
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“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” is back for season three on Friday, December 1 at 8p on Starz.
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Magnolia’s “Design Defined” debuts on Max and discovery+ on Friday, September 1, with designers and historians sharing the origins of beloved design styles. On Friday, September 15 at 9p a new season of “Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation” launches on Magnolia Network.
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A new season of “Crime Scene Confidential” premieres Wednesday, September 6 at 9p.
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Season three of UK romantic comedy “Starstruck” launches Thursday, September 28 on Max.
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The season three premiere of another foreign series, Canadian medical drama “Transplant,” has moved from October 5 to Thursday, October 12 at 9p on NBC.
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Four-hour documentary “Gospel” debuts February 12-13 on PBS. The two-parter from Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the history of Black spirituality through sermon and song.
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“Heist 88,” starring Courtney B. Vance (“The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story”) and inspired by one of the largest bank robberies in US history, starts streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, September 29, and premieres on Showtime Sunday, October 1 at 9p.
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Onyx Collective’s “Drive with Swizz Beatz” takes off Thursday, November 16 on Hulu. The automotive docuseries follows hip-hop legend and car collector Swizz Beatz and his son Nasir Dean (aka Note Mercato) as they visit car-loving destinations.
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Six dramas return to PBS this fall, along with one newcomer. Season two of “Professor T” premieres Sunday, September 3 at 8p, followed by the season five debut of “Unforgotten on Masterpiece” at 9p and season three of “Van de Valk on Masterpiece” at 10p. New series “Little Bird” lands Thursday, October 12 at 9p, while Sunday, October 15 brings the sophomore launches of “Hotel Portofino” at 8p, “World on Fire on Masterpiece” at 9p, and “Annika on Masterpiece” at 10p.
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Season 32 of ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars” will not include pro Witney Carson. On social media, the new mom explained she does not want to disrupt her family life, and is “not quite mentally and physically ready” for the demands of the competition this season.
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Two generations take on a family bridal shop business in “Bollywed,” premiering on Fuse and Fuse+ on Wednesday, September 6.
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“Drag Race Italia” kicks off season three on Friday, October 13 on WOW Presents Plus. Singer Paola Iezzi and Paolo Camilli (“The White Lotus”) will be joining actress Chiara Francini and drag queen/host Priscilla this go-round.
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Shakira will receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 MTV Awards, taking place Tuesday, September 12 at 8p. “Shakira is a true global force who continues to inspire & influence the masses with her unique, musical prowess. She’s a trailblazer for women around the world & one of the first artists to lead the globalization of Latin music,” said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+.
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Journy explores hot city spots during September’s “Bright Lights, Big City” stunt. Offerings include “On the Record with Mick Rock,” “Kyle Supley’s Out There,” “American Canvas,” and “Art & the City.”
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Yahoo Sports is bolstering its football content ahead of the NFL and NCAA football seasons. Jason Fitz (“Fitz & Harry”) joins Yahoo Sports as a multi-platform host for its NFL, Fantasy Football and college football coverage; former NFL coach Nate Tice will analyze league trends and prospects for the NFL Draft; Sal Vetri, founder of Vetri Media, will contribute to Yahoo Sports Fantasy coverage; and Ross Dellenger, who joined Yahoo Sports in July 2023, is senior college football reporter.
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On-air personality and producer David Jacoby has joined “The Carton Show” as co-host. Jacoby will appear opposite Craig Carton weekdays at 7a on FS1.
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TLC was the #1 cable network on Monday, August 21 among W25-54 and had the top two cable programs of the night with W25-54 and W18-49. “90 Day: The Last Resort” garnered a 1.87 W25-54 Live+3 rating, 1.26 A25-54 rating and 1.7 million P2+ viewers, and “90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way” delivered a 1.51 W25-54 Live+3 rating, 1.04 A25-54 rating and 1.4 million P2+ viewers.
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A+E Networks saw US minutes watched across YouTube and Facebookgrow by 29% month-over-month in July. Tubular Audience Ratings data shows 13-to-24-year-olds watched WWE videos on YouTube and Facebook for 147.1 million minutes, the most among all sports teams and leagues in July.
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