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Investigation Discovery Sets Premiere Date for "The Many Lives of Benjaman Kyle," A Shocking Documentary Event Exploring the Dark and...
NewsApr 21, 2026

Investigation Discovery Sets Premiere Date for "The Many Lives of Benjaman Kyle," A Shocking Documentary Event Exploring the Dark and...

Investigation Discovery announced a two‑night documentary event, "The Many Lives of Benjaman Kyle," premiering May 25‑26 from 9‑11 p.m. ET. The series follows a man with rare amnesia who may be linked to three unsolved cold cases and a Midwestern crime...

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Award-Winning Nordic Noir "Black Sands" Returns in Addictive Final Season on the Viaplay Streaming Service Beginning Thursday, May 14
NewsApr 21, 2026

Award-Winning Nordic Noir "Black Sands" Returns in Addictive Final Season on the Viaplay Streaming Service Beginning Thursday, May 14

Award‑winning Icelandic noir "Black Sands" returns for its final season on Viaplay, debuting Thursday, May 14. The eight‑episode run will be released two episodes per week, exclusively on the Nordic‑focused streaming platform. Season 2 follows detective Aldis Amah Hamilton as she...

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CNN to Air "America Laughs with Matt Friend" - A CNN Political Comedy Special
NewsApr 21, 2026

CNN to Air "America Laughs with Matt Friend" - A CNN Political Comedy Special

CNN will air an hour‑long political‑satire special hosted by comedian Matt Friend on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11 p.m. ET. Filmed in Washington, D.C., the program coincides with the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner weekend and will feature a monologue,...

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Your Favorite Amateur Sleuths Are on Their Way - "The Marlow Murder Club" And "Marble Hall Murders" Will Both Premiere...
NewsApr 21, 2026

Your Favorite Amateur Sleuths Are on Their Way - "The Marlow Murder Club" And "Marble Hall Murders" Will Both Premiere...

PBS Masterpiece will launch two new mystery series on Sunday, September 6, 2026: the concluding six‑episode Susan Ryeland saga "Marble Hall Murders" and the debut of "The Marlow Murder Club." Both shows continue the network’s focus on literary‑based British whodunits,...

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ABC News Is #1 on Sunday Morning and Friday Night
NewsApr 17, 2026

ABC News Is #1 on Sunday Morning and Friday Night

ABC News solidified its dominance in the week of April 6, 2026, with "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" posting 2.78 million total viewers – its 11th consecutive week at #1 and the widest lead over NBC’s "Meet the Press" in more than a decade....

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TNT Sports Announces Commentators for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Presented by Geico First Round Games on Sunday, April 19
NewsApr 17, 2026

TNT Sports Announces Commentators for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Presented by Geico First Round Games on Sunday, April 19

TNT Sports unveiled its commentator roster for the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, kicking off with up to 28 first‑round games on Sunday, April 19. The opening match features the Los Angeles Kings versus the Colorado Avalanche, followed by the Montreal Canadiens against...

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2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Presented by Geico Begin Saturday on ESPN
NewsApr 17, 2026

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Presented by Geico Begin Saturday on ESPN

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs launch Saturday on ESPN, featuring a triple‑header followed by a double‑header and a ten‑day stretch of 16 first‑round games across ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC. ESPN’s coverage includes the studio pre‑game show *The Point*, the post‑game...

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Video: "Glory" - Official Trailer - Netflix
NewsApr 17, 2026

Video: "Glory" - Official Trailer - Netflix

Netflix is set to launch "Glory," an Indian original series, on May 1, 2026. The drama follows two brothers in a small‑town boxing hub as they investigate a shocking murder while reconciling with their legendary coach father. Starring Divyenndu, Pulkit...

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TNT Sports Acquires Multi-Year U.S. Broadcast Rights to FIA World Endurance Championship Races
NewsApr 17, 2026

TNT Sports Acquires Multi-Year U.S. Broadcast Rights to FIA World Endurance Championship Races

TNT Sports announced a multi‑year agreement to bring the FIA World Endurance Championship to U.S. viewers via truTV and HBO Max. The deal covers all eight 2026 WEC races, with three marquee events—24 Hours of Le Mans, Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo, and...

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Bokeem Woodbine and Nona Parker Johnson Join Season Two of "Dexter: Resurrection" For Paramount+
NewsApr 17, 2026

Bokeem Woodbine and Nona Parker Johnson Join Season Two of "Dexter: Resurrection" For Paramount+

Paramount+ announced that Bokeem Woodbine and Nona Parker Johnson will join the second season of "Dexter: Resurrection" as series‑regulars. Woodbine is cast as Capt. Mixon, a tough homicide captain and the father of Fiona Mixon, while Johnson will portray Fiona,...

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A Turn-of-the-Century Superpower Adventure of Goofy Misfits: "The WONDERfools" Premieres May 15
NewsApr 16, 2026

A Turn-of-the-Century Superpower Adventure of Goofy Misfits: "The WONDERfools" Premieres May 15

Netflix announced that its new adventure‑comedy series *The WONDERfools* will debut worldwide on May 15, 2026. Set in 1999, the show follows a quartet of neighborhood misfits who suddenly acquire super‑powers and must confront world‑threatening villains. The series reunites director Yoo In‑sik, known...

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"American Idol" Rocks to a 5-Week High
NewsApr 16, 2026

"American Idol" Rocks to a 5-Week High

American Idol surged to a five‑week ratings high on Monday, April 13, drawing 5.08 million total viewers and a 0.45 rating among adults 18‑49. The episode posted a 4% increase in total audience and a 7% rise in the key demo...

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Video: "Man on Fire" - Official Trailer - Netflix
NewsApr 16, 2026

Video: "Man on Fire" - Official Trailer - Netflix

Netflix is debuting "Man on Fire," a seven‑episode drama starring Emmy‑winner Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II as former Special Forces mercenary John Creasy. The series, based on A.J. Quinnell’s books, follows Creasy’s battle with PTSD as he protects a teenage girl on...

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"Calabasas Confidential" Premieres Only on Netflix May 29
NewsApr 16, 2026

"Calabasas Confidential" Premieres Only on Netflix May 29

Netflix will debut the drama series "Calabasas Confidential" on May 29, 2026. The eight‑episode, 50‑minute show follows a group of college graduates who reconvene in the affluent Los Angeles suburb of Calabasas for a tumultuous summer. Produced by Wheelhouse’s Spoke...

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