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ON TELEVISION (THURSDAY 11/20/25)
AMC+: The Assassin (Premiere)
BET+: American Gangster: Trap Queens (Premiere)
NETFLIX: The Great British Baking Show: Holidays (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (Premiere)
NETFLIX: A Man on the Inside (Premiere)
PEACOCK: The Celebrity Traitors UK (Premiere)
PEACOCK: High Horse: The Black Cowboy (Premiere)

Major League Baseball has inked new media rights deals with NBC, Netflix and ESPN. Sunday night games will move from ESPN to NBC Sports, which also nabbed ESPN’s Wild Card rights. Netflix will have the annual Home Run Derby, along with MLB’s opening night game and a revived Field of Dreams game. ESPN is offering live, out-of-market games on its streaming platform via the acquisition of streaming service MLB.TV, which will be folded into the ESPN app. “Our new media rights agreements with ESPN, NBCUniversal and Netflix provide us with a great opportunity to expand our reach to fans through three powerful destinations for live sports, entertainment, and marquee events,” said MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. “Following our last World Series game that averaged more than 51 million viewers globally, these partnerships build on MLB’s growing momentum.” ESPN and MLB ended a 35-year relationship earlier this year.
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Chris McCarthy, former Paramount Co-CEO, is headed to NBCUniversal.McCarthy will help NBCU produce content, as well as support its relationship with Taylor Sheridan, who is moving his film deal to NBCU next year, and his TV deal in 2029. McCarthy, who left Paramount after its merger with Skydance, worked closely with Sheridan on Paramount’s “Yellowstone” franchise.
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Sinclair has partnered with Feeding America to launch Sinclair Cares: Fill the Food Banks, a fundraising campaign to help provide meals to families during the holiday season. The initiative will run through December 25.
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Amazon is introducing a video recap feature to help viewers recall plot points from old episodes before they start watching new ones. The recaps can be accessed on the show page.
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NATAS announced nominations for the 4th Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, set to take place in NYC for the first time on March 1 and 2. Walt Disney Company set a record with 103 nominations across its content brands and studios.
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Season two of “The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball” drops Monday, December 2 on Hulu. The animated series focuses on the absurd world of the Watterson family. 
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Hockey romance “Heated Rivalry” launches with two episodes Friday, November 28 on HBO Max. The show was originally created for Canadian streaming service Crave by Canadian writer-director-producer Jacob Tierney (“Letterkenny”).
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ID’s “The Rocky Mountain Mortician Murder” premieres Wednesday, November 26 at 8p. The true-crime show tells the story of a respected mortician and pillar of his rural Colorado community who was found shot execution style on his ranch.
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The CW has set midseason premiere dates. Second seasons of “Scrabble,” with new host Craig Ferguson, and LeVar-hosted “Trivia Pursuit” debut Thursday, January 22 at 8p and 9p, while newly renewed Canadian police drama “Wild Cards” is back for its third run on Monday, January 26 at 8p.
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HBO and the NFL re-team for “Hard Knocks: In Season With the NFC East,” kicking off Tuesday, December 2 at 9p. New episodes continue into the NFL playoffs in January.
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Amazon MGM Studios has ordered sci-fi series “Stargate” for Prime Video. The show comes from Martin Gero (“Blindspot”), who will serve as creator, writer, executive producer and showrunner.
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Maria Zuckerman (“Grey Gardens”) has entered into a multi-year first-look producing deal with Fox Entertainment Studios to develop and produce scripted series and feature films, as well as non-fiction projects. “Maria is one of the industry’s most dynamic creative forces – a producer with vision, discipline, impeccable instincts, and the deep talent relationships needed to bring exceptional stories to life,” said Hannah Pillemer, Head of Scripted at FOX Entertainment Studios. “She has a remarkable track record for identifying great storytellers and creating content that makes noise and shapes culture, which is exactly why she’s an ideal partner as we continue to expand FOX’s creative footprint.”
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Kevin Costner is in talks to play former President Bill Cinton in drama series “United,” as well as executive produce along with Leonardo DiCaprio. Producers for the series, focused on true stories of heroism, include DiCaprio’s Appian Way, Onwards Studios and Prime Focus DNEG.
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Future Today’s AVOD platform Happy Kids is expanding its portfoliothrough an expanded partnership with Hello Einstein Studios. The collaboration includes additional Baby Einstein content on HappyKids as well as the launch of the Baby Einstein app. “Farm Explorers,” Baby Einstein’s latest series, will launch on HappyKids this month, followed by “Closer Look,” paying homage to the original classics ahead of Baby Einstein’s 30th anniversary in 2026.
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Comedy Central special “The Daily Show Presents: Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse: Give the Man a Prize” is set to premiere Monday, December 8 at 11:30p.
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COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS 2025: COMPLETE WINNERS LIST
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CELEBRITY NEWS: NOVEMBER 19, 2025
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Tyga (Rapper) – 36 years old
Adam Driver (“Star Wars: The Last Jedi”/ “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) – 42 years old
Lil’ Mo (R&B Singer) – 47 years old
Kerri Strug (Olympic Gold Medalist) – 48 years old
Tamika Scott (X-Scape) – 51 years old
Savion Glover (Tap Dancer) – 52 years old
Sandrine Holt (Homeland/ Mr. Robot) – 53 years old
Erika Alexander (Living Single) – 56 years old
Rocco DiSpirito (Chef) – 59 years old
Jodi Foster (“Silence of the Lambs”) – 63 years old
Meg Ryan (“When Harry Met Sally”) – 64 years old
Allison Janney (Mom) – 66 years old
Terrence “T.C.” Carson (Living Single) – 67 years old
Ann Curry (NBC Journalist) – 69 years old
Kathleen Quinlan (Chicago Fire) – 71 years old
Ahmad Rashad (Sports Broadcaster) – 76 years old
Calvin Klein (Fashion Designer) – 83 years old
Ted Turner (Founder of Turner Broadcasting) – 87 years old
Dick Cavett (The Dick Cavett Show) – 89 years old 

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ON TELEVISION (WEDNESDAY 11/19/25)
NBC: Wicked (Premiere) at 8pm
BRAVO: Southern Charm (Premiere) at 9pm
HULU: Daughter on Fire (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Envious (Premiere)
PRIME VIDEO: The Mighty Nein (Premiere)

AMC Networks has launched subscription streaming service All Reality, featuring over 2500 hours of reality programming from We TV and other AMC Networks brands. Programs include “Love After Lockup,” “The Braxtons,” and “Mama June,” among others, along with a new “Bridezillas,” the first All Reality original series. “With thousands of hours of unapologetically addictive reality TV, including new installments of iconic franchises like ‘Bridezillas,’ we’re excited to bring fans more of the drama they can’t get enough of, with none of the filler,” said Courtney Thomasma, EVP of linear and streaming products. The service is available through Amazon Prime Video, with more platforms coming soon, priced at $4.99/month.
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Young people are increasingly turning to social media for their news and shopping, according to DoubleVerify’s Global Insights Report, which found:
· People aged 18–44 primarily get their news from native online video platforms (42%) or social media (40%), while those 45–65+ prefer traditional sources like TV news (59%) or legacy news websites (37%).
· Over half (54%) say influencers impact their purchasing decisions, and 30% have bought directly through a social platform in the past year.
· 57% report seeing AI-generated content on social media, more than double the share who’ve encountered it via search (26%).
· 46% of social media advertisers say reaching their target audience is their biggest hurdle. 

“The appeal of advertising across social media platforms lies in their ability to blend entertainment, community and personalized experiences across both user-generated content and ads,” said Mark Zagorski, CEO of DoubleVerify. “As advertisers ramp investments across these platforms, they’re also demanding campaign effectiveness and accountability. That’s why maximizing media quality, efficiency and performance across video-centric walled gardens remains a top priority.”
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Meta did not create a monopoly in social networking when it bought rivals Instagram and WhatsApp, ruled a federal judge on Tuesday. The Federal Trade Commission had sued the company, accusing it of breaking antitrust law. “The court’s decision today recognizes that Meta faces fierce competition,” said a spokesman for Meta. “Our products are beneficial for people and businesses and exemplify American innovation and economic growth.” The FTC said it was reviewing its options but claimed the judge is biased against the Trump administration.
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Tegna shareholders voted on Tuesday to adopt the merger plan that calls for the company to be acquired by Nexstar Media Group. The transaction is expected to close by the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
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“Twisted Metal,” based on the PlayStation game series, landed a season three renewal from Peacock. David Reed (“Supernatural”) is taking the showrunner and executive producer reins from Michael Jonathan Smith, who has “concluded his involvement,” said Peacock.
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Netflix game show “What’s In The Box?”, hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, drops Wednesday, December 17. The six-parter comes from Rollercoaster Television.
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Iyanla Vanzant returns to OWN in new series, “Iyanla: The Inside Fix,” premiering Saturday, January 17 at 8p. The show revisits twelve episodes from “Iyanla: Fix My Life,” offering renewed insights into healing journeys. 
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British crime drama “Midsomer Murders” returns to Acorn TV for season 25 on Monday, December 8. Episodes will debut weekly.
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Telemundo sports competition “Exatlon Estados Unidos” returns for season ten on Tuesday, December 2 at 7p. Among returning competitors will be Mexican-American soccer player Anisa Guajardo, Mexican-Colombian influencer and TV host Fernando Lozada, and Mexican actress and athlete Denisse Novoa, with new personalities including Olympic medalists, professional athletes, and international sports champions.
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A limited series adaptation of Ira Levin’s 1976 novel The Boys From Brazilis a go at Netflix. Jeremy Strong (“Succession”), Danie Bruhl (“Rush”), August Dieh (“A Hidden Life”) and Gillian Anderson (“The Crown”) will star. Peter Morgan (“The Crown”) adapted the book for the television and executive produces.

Daniel Dae Kim (“Hawaii Five-0”) will serve as host and executive producer of “K-Everything,” a travel series for CNN that explores the global pop culture movement sparked by South Korea. “I’ve been lucky enough to watch Korea over the years take center stage as a cultural and economic powerhouse,” said Kim. “It’s a genuine joy teaming up with CNN to explore the many qualities that make the country and its culture so special.”

Amplify Pictures has ordered a full season of scripts for indie series “The Earliest Show,” starring Ben Schwartz (“Parks and Recreation”) and adapted from his “Funny Or Die” web series of the same name. The series also stars Lauren Lapkus (“Orange is the New Black”). 

Canadian TV content creator and producer Sphere Media (“Cardinal) and Quebec-based producer Zone 3, announced their merger. “In a context where demand for content has never been stronger, joining forces is the best way to promote our creations and get closer to the global giants. This merger brings countless new creative and commercial opportunities,” said Brigitte Lemonde, President of Zone 3.

“Opportunity Knocks” is back in production for season three, following three families across the country as they get support from local experts to work through the financial and real-world challenges. The new season – set to premiere on PBS stations and PBS Passport in 2026 – will also highlight online tool, The Opportunity Coach, allowing viewers to take the same steps they see on screen. 

Keller/Noll (“Chopped”) has partnered with Goliath and its media rights holder, Perfect Game, to launch a “Shark Bite” game show based on the board game. “This is the ultimate family game show,” said Dave Noll. “A giant stage with five, mind-blowing animatronic sharks! And if you get the wrong answer… you must go into the shark’s mouth. ‘Shark Bite’ easily has the potential to be the biggest global game show launch of 2026.”

ESPN networks are flipping for the 2026 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics season. Coverage will air across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, SEC Network, ACC Network and ESPN+. Defending NCAA champion Oklahoma Sooners headlines ESPN’s coverage with eight linear appearances throughout the regular season, including ABC, ESPN2 and SEC Network

LIV Golf announced the signing of golf presenter Henni Zuël as a LIV Golf Broadcaster ahead of the 2026 season. Zuël, a former professional golfer on the Ladies European Tour, has worked with Sky Sports and GolfTV.

The YES Network and CAMB.AI, a company that enables multilingual communication, have agreed to explore strategic initiatives to use artificial intelligence to enhance the fan experience. This marks the first time that CAMB.AI is teaming up with a US. sports television network to explore business opportunities. 

Splash Sports, the contest platform that lets fans and creators compete for money, and golf content creator RickRunGood have launched the $1.25M Golf One & Done World Championship. Fans can join, make picks, and track standings directly from their phones, while competing for a share of $1.25 million in guaranteed prizes throughout the golf season. “Splash has given us the tools to take our community to the next level,” said Rick Gehman, founder of RickRunGood. “The Golf One & Done World Championship is something the golf world has never seen at this scale and now it’s open for anyone to play.”

The 78th annua Emmy Awards have been set for Monday, September 14 at 8p on NBC. As in past years when it aired the event, NBC shifted the day from Sunday to Monday due to its “Sunday Night Football” broadcast.

Julie Chen Moonves (“Big Brother”) will host the 28th annual “Family Film and TV Awards, airing Saturday, December 13 at 8p on CBS. “Survivor” host Jeff Probst is set to receive the Icon Award.

Week two of Food Network’s “Tournament of Champions: All-Star Christmas” posted .59 P25-54 / .70 W25-54 Live+3 ratings, up +37% and +25% respectively versus last week’s opener, and +136% and +150% vs prior six-week timeslot benchmarks, ranking as the #2 non-news/sports ad-supported cable program in its timeslot for P/W 25-54.

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