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DISNEY+: Ayla & The Mirrors (Premiere)
FX: Social Studies (Premiere) at 10pm
NBC: Dateline NBC (Premiere) at 9pm
NETFLIX: We Were Kings (Premiere)
NETFLIX: The Great British Baking Show (Premiere)
NLSE: Growing the Game (Premiere) at 6pm
OUTDOOR CHANNEL: American Made (Premiere) at 8pm
OUTDOOR CHANNEL: Ranch America (Premiere) at 8:30pm
OUTDOOR CHANNEL: Life on the Edge (Premiere) at 9pm
PBS: VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos (Premiere) at 9pm
(SATURDAY 9/28/24)
NBC: Saturday Night Live – Host: Jean Smart, Musical Guest: Jelly Roll (Premiere) at 11:30pm
Adult Swim: Uzumaki (Premiere) at 12:30am
(SUNDAY 9/29/24)
ABC: America’s Funniest Home Videos (Premiere) at 7pm
THE AFRICA CHANNEL: Lavish (Premiere) at 8:30pm
AMC: The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol (Premiere) at 9pm
CBS: The Summit (Premiere) at 9pm
FOOD NETWORK: Outrageous Pumpkins (Premiere) at 10pm
FOX: Krapopolis (Premiere) at 9:30pm
NAT GEO: Witches: Truth Behind the Trials (Premiere) at 9pm
OUTDOOR CHANNEL: Buck Commander (Premiere) at 10:30pm
“Today” anchor Hoda Kotb is leaving the NBC morning show early next year to spend more time with her family, and transitioning to a new role at NBC News – her work home for 26 years. “So many of my professional relationships have become some of my most cherished friendships. Savannah: my rock. Jenna: my ride-or-die. Al: my longest friend at 30 Rock. Craig, Carson, Sheinelle and Dylan: my family. Libby, Mazz and Talia: my fearless leaders,” Kotb wrote in an email to staff. “I will miss each and every one of you at ‘Today’ desperately.” Hoda will stay at NBC.
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More backlash for Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” came in the form of a letter from Erik Menendez’s wife Tammi on behalf of the extended family of the brothers, convicted in 1996 of killing their parents and sentenced to life in prison. “It is sad that Ryan Murphy, Netflix and all the others involved in this series do not have an understanding of the impact of years of physical, emotional and sexual abuse,” said the letter, which called the series, “a phobic, gross, anachronistic, serial episodic nightmare.” The letter came days after the brothers slammed the series as “rooted in horrible and blatant lies.” Netflix will offer another take on the true crime tale with documentary “The Menendez Brothers,” dropping Monday, October 7.
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Hours after jury selection started, Newsmax settled a defamation lawsuit brought by voting systems provider Smartmatic in connection with the channel’s airing of false claims about its software after the 2020 election. “Newsmax is pleased to announce it has resolved the litigation brought by Smartmatic through a confidential settlement,” said a spokesperson for Newsmax.
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Paramount Global could end its reliance on Nielsen for measurement, reports Variety. With no deal in sight ahead of the expiration of their contract on September 30, Paramount Global is exploring its options as it seeks to cut costs. “Disengaging from Nielsen is not our first choice, and we remain hopeful for a resolution,” said John Halley, President of Paramount Advertising, in a recent letter to media agencies, adding, “Nielsen’s costs as a percentage of Paramount ad revenue have quintupled over significant parts of our business over the last years; in certain instances, Nielsen’s fees already exceed the total advertising revenue of the network being measured. This has led us to conclude that the model, as proposed, is not workable, and that the cost structure requires re-engineering.”
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Among the winners of the 45th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards,presented at the Palladium Theater in NYC, were “ABC World News Tonight with David Muir” for Outstanding Live New Program; CNN’s “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper” for Recorded News Program”; and CNN’s Nada Bashir for Emerging Journalist. For a complete list of winners, go here.
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Netflix has ordered a limited series adaptation of “East of Eden,” written and executive produced by Zoe Kazan. Kazan is the granddaughter of Elia Kazan, who directed the 1955 classic film version based on John Steinbeck’sn1952 saga. Anonymous Content and Fifth Season are co-producing the seven-episode series, starring Christopher Abbott, Florence Pugh, Mike Faist and Hoon Lee. “Zoe’s thoughtful and artistic vision pays homage to her grandfather’s revered film adaptation while beautifully honoring and introducing new audiences to a true canon of American literature. She is an inspiring, creative force and we cannot wait for everyone to see what she and Jeb, alongside the brilliant cast led by Florence Pugh, bring to screen,” said Peter Friedlander, VP, Scripted Series at Netflix.
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Mary J. Blige returns to Lifetime to executive produce more new original movies. The first, set for a 2025 debut as part of the network’s Voices of a Lifetime slate, was inspired by Blige’s hit Family Affair, and continues the love story from Lifetime’s 2023 movies “Mary J. Blige’s Real Love” and “Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman.” “Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair” (w/t) starts production this month with Ajiona Alexus (“13 Reasons Why”) and Da’Vinchi (“BMF”) returning to reprise their roles as Kendra and Ben.
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“Million Dollar Listing New York” star Fredrik Eklund is developing a Miami-based real estate show with Evolution Media (“Vanderpump Rules”). “I’ve been searching for the perfect format that feels innovative and exciting. Together with the team at Evolution Media, we have found a groundbreaking format that will be inspiring, joyful, and award-worthy,” said Eklund. “I look forward to high-kicking into the next season of my career.”
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The premiere of the second half of season five of hit drama “Yellowstone”– the drama’s first original episode in 22 months – will air Sunday, November 10 at 10p on CBS, two hours after its debut on home base Paramount. (The exact timing will depend on the length of CBS’ NFL broadcast.) Series star Kevin Costner announced in June he will not be back.
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HGTV’s “Rock the Block” is back in spring 2025 with a twist. “Ratings juggernaut ‘Rock the Block’ delivered HGTV’s top series three years in a row and appeals to millions of fans in our key demos,” said Betsy Ayala, Interim Head of Content, HGTV. “We incorporate a surprise element each season, and this season we’re taking the format to the next level by mixing returning block vets and some first-time contenders to amp up the competition and create some unexpected twists.”
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HBO’s “Get Millie Back” launches Monday, November 25 at 9p. The limited series follows an ex-Scotland Yard detective who returns to Kingston to work missing persons cases, and finds herself mired in family messes.
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“Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking” makes its debut Thursday, November 14 at 8p on Food Network. The competition series blends legendary storytelling and edible creations.
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Lingerie Fighting Championships, which focuses on producing mixed martial arts events featuring attractive female fighters, inked a broadcast deal with Maybacks Global Entertainment that will see their events and reality series air on male-skewing Toro TV. “Lingerie Fighting Championships is a great fit for Toro TV,” said Chris Giordano, Chairman and President of Maybacks Global parent company Authentic Holdings. “Ring of Combat, our initial entrée into combat sports, has been a great success with its audience multiplying dramatically with each show.” Lingerie Fighting Championships has previously aired on Tubi TV and more recently Fubo.
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AMC Networks is going big with the season two premiere of “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol.” A weeklong global premiere event kicks off with the September 29 US premiere on AMC and AMC+, followed the next day by premieres in more than a dozen countries around the world on AMC Networks’ and partner platforms. There will also be a red carpet event in Madrid, Spain attended by series stars and creators on October 2. The premiere week activities will be followed next month by panels featuring cast and creative talent at New York Comic Con and PaleyFest NY. “What an opportunity to give this most international of series in the Walking Dead Universe a true global premiere,” said Dan McDermott, President of Entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks. “Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Scott Gimple, David Zabel and the entire team behind this series have delivered a remarkable season of television and an imaginative new chapter in this franchise we can’t wait to share with fans around the world.”
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The first batch of performers announced for the “American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special” includes Kane Brown, Mariah Carey, Green Day, Jennifer Hudson, Chaka Khan, Stray Kids, Gladys Knight, Brad Paisley and RAYE. The show airs Sunday, October 6 at 8p on CBS.
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“Serial Killer Capital: Los Angeles” debuts Sunday, October 20 at 7p. The two-hour special looks at brutal murders in South LA from the 1980s through to early 2000s.
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NewsNation will present “Clinton: Portrait of a Presidency,” an original documentary produced by NewsNation Films, on Sunday, November 3 at 8p. The two-hour film, examining an unprecedented time of peace and prosperity in America under the leadership of President Bill Clinton, will be simulcast by The CW nationwide.
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The season two premiere of Paramount+’s “Tulsa King,” starring Sylvester Stallone, drew 5.4 million active sub households in its first seven days, with a series record 2 million global views on premiere day. “The show’s success is a testament to the combination of Sly’s star power and swagger coupled with Terry Winter’s gifted writing and the unique world building that only Taylor Sheridan can do,” said Chris McCarthy, Paramount Global Co-CEO and President/CEO, Showtime & MTV Entertainment Studios.
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Season four of Starz’ “Power Book II: Ghost” reached an all-time viewership highwith an average of over 10.5 million multiplatform viewers 90 days post-premiere.
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MOVIES
The Wild Robot (Animated) – Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, Bill Nighy, Stephanie Hsu, Matt Berry, Ving Rhames, Mark Hamill, Catherine O’Hara, Boone Storm, Alexandra Novelle, Raphael Alejandro
Megalopolis – Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Kathryn Hunter, Grace VanderWaal, Chloe Fineman, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney,
Azrael – Vic Carmen Sonne, Samara Weaving, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, John Rosenberg, Eero Milonoff, Sebastian Bull, Rea Lest, Phong Giang, Katarina Unt, Sona Roszczuk
Empire Waist (Limited Release) – Mia Kaplan, Jemima Yevu, Rainn Wilson, Missi Pyle, Jolene Purdy, Daisy Washington, Holly McDowell, Kassandra Tellez, Tabyana Ali, Aric Floyd
Saturday Night (Limited Release) – Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith, Ella Hunt, Dylan O’Brien, Emily Fair, Matt Wood, Lamorne Morris, Kim Matula, Finn Wolfhand, Colby James West Nicholas Braun
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