Women Drive the Housemaid to Record-Numbers as Starz's Best-Performing Pay 1 Film Ever
STARZ announced that the psychological thriller *The Housemaid* became its best‑performing Pay 1 title ever, setting a record for acquisition cost and streaming viewership. The film, starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, premiered on the STARZ app on April 1 after a multi‑year theatrical agreement with Lionsgate. The success is attributed primarily to strong engagement from women viewers, reinforcing STARZ’s focus on adult, inclusive storytelling. The release joins a slate that includes *Now You See Me: Now You Don’t* and the final season of *Outlander*.
CBS News to Present "Artemis II Return to Earth" A One-Hour Special, Friday, April 10
CBS News will broadcast a live, one‑hour special titled “Artemis II Return to Earth” on Friday, April 10, from 7:30‑8:30 PM ET. Anchor Jericka Duncan will be joined by astronaut Suni Williams, Lt. Col. Dave Mahan and other reporters from New York, Houston, Washington, D.C., and San Diego. The program...
Video: Paramount+ Releases Official Trailer for "My Killer Father: The Green Hollow Murders"
Paramount+ unveiled the trailer for the true‑crime docuseries “My Killer Father: The Green Hollow Murders,” set to debut all three episodes on April 28. The series follows a decades‑long investigation into the alleged “Monster of Green Hollow,” a serial killer...
ESPN, APX Content Ventures, Rich Eisen Productions, Firefly Studios and Hello Sunshine Announce "Women's Sports Now" Premiering April 16
ESPN announced the debut of Women’s Sports Now, a weekly digital series premiering April 16, featuring Emmy‑winner Suzy Shuster, WNBA champion Renee Montgomery, broadcaster Colleen Wolfe and comedian Sarah Tiana. The show, produced with APX Content Ventures, Rich Eisen Productions, Firefly Studios, Hello Sunshine and Miller Lite’s sponsorship,...
Kerry Condon Joins Netflix's Series Adaptation of "The God of the Woods"
Netflix announced that BAFTA‑winner Kerry Condon will star as Alice Van Laar in its upcoming series adaptation of Liz Moore’s New York Times bestseller "The God of the Woods." The multi‑generational drama, set in the Adirondacks, is co‑showrun by Liz Hannah and...
Rich Eisen Returns to Bristol, Conn., To Host "SportsCenter" Sunday Night
Emmy‑nominated sportscaster Rich Eisen is back at ESPN’s Bristol headquarters to anchor a midnight SportsCenter on Sunday, marking his first appearance on the flagship program in more than two decades. The host, who rose to fame alongside Stuart Scott from...
"The Ultimate Fighter" Returns with Coaches Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping on Sunday, June 14 Exclusively on Paramount+
The Ultimate Fighter returns for a 12‑episode season on Paramount+ premiering June 14, 2026, with Hall of Famers Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping as rival coaches. The reality series will showcase 16 bantamweight and strawweight prospects competing for a UFC contract....
ESPN Delivers Stellar 2025-26 Women's College Basketball Campaign
ESPN’s coverage of the 2025‑26 women’s college basketball season culminated in a championship game that attracted 9.9 million viewers, a 15% rise over the prior year and the third‑most‑watched title on its networks. The tournament averaged 1.3 million viewers across 58 games,...
Sue Bird to Join NBC Sports as WNBA Studio Analyst in May 2026
Sue Bird, four‑time WNBA champion and Hall of Famer, will become NBC Sports' studio analyst when the league returns to NBC and Peacock in May 2026. The appointment coincides with NBCUniversal's new 11‑year media rights agreement that will broadcast regular‑season...
Prime Video Reveals "Fresh Look" At Family Drama Series Starring Scott Foley, "It's Not Like That"
Prime Video unveiled a refreshed look at the family drama series “It’s Not Like That,” starring Scott Foley, with a global launch slated for May 15, 2026. All episodes are already streaming in the U.S. through Wonder Project’s subscription on...
Paramount Issues Statement on Jeff Shell
Paramount Global (Nasdaq: PSKY) issued a statement confirming that President Jeff Shell will step down from his executive and board roles. An independent‑counsel review found the civil complaint alleging SEC disclosure violations against Shell to be without merit. Shell plans to...
Video: Peacock Releases Trailer, Key Art, and New Images for Upcoming Original Drama Series "M.I.A."
Peacock unveiled the trailer, key art and new images for its upcoming original drama series “M.I.A.” The nine‑hour, nine‑episode crime drama, created by Bill Dubuque and Karen Campbell, stars Shannon Gisela, Cary Elwes and Danay Garcia among others. It will premiere as...
Video: "Trevor Noah: Joy in the Trenches" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Netflix released the official trailer for "Trevor Noah: Joy in the Trenches," a stand‑up special slated for a global debut on April 14, 2026. The comedy hour, directed by David Paul Meyer, promises a mix of social‑media satire, therapist‑inspired revelations,...
"Saturday Night Live" Closes Out Its 51st Season with Three New Shows in May
Saturday Night Live wraps its 51st season with three new episodes in May, featuring Olivia Rodrigo’s hosting debut and musical performance on May 2, Matt Damon’s return on May 9, and Will Ferrell’s finale hosting on May 16. The line‑up also includes musical...
"Bridgerton" Adds New Members of the Ton in Season 5
Netflix and Shondaland announced that Bridgerton Season 5 will debut with eight episodes, spotlighting introverted middle daughter Francesca Stirling as she re‑enters the marriage market. The season introduces three new characters—Christopher Anderson (Tega Alexander), Helen Stirling (Jacqueline Boatswain) and Lady Elizabeth...
Golden Globe Winner Uma Thurman to Reprise Her Role as "Charley" In Season Two of "Dexter: Resurrection" For Paramount+
Golden Globe winner Uma Thurman will reprise her role as Charley in season two of the Paramount+ series Dexter: Resurrection. The upcoming season also introduces Brian Cox as the serial killer known as the New York Ripper. Showrunner Clyde Phillips...
FOX's "Memory of a Killer" Renewed for Season Two
Fox has renewed the thriller series *Memory of a Killer* for a second season after the show amassed 16.2 million viewers across broadcast, streaming and encores, making it the network’s most‑streamed series ever. The premiere became the highest‑rated drama telecast of...
BET Digital Releases Short-Form Documentary "Flipped" Premieres on Tuesday, April 7 on BET.com and the Official BET YouTube Channel
BET Digital is releasing the short‑form documentary “Flipped” on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, streaming for free on BET.com and the official BET YouTube channel. Directed by award‑winning filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper, the film chronicles Fisk University’s historic launch of the first HBCU women’s...
Video: Trailer & Key Art Debut - Hulu Original Series "4X20: Quick Hits"
Hulu is launching “4X20: Quick Hits,” a four‑part anthology series produced by Jimmy Kimmel that delves into cannabis culture through 20‑minute documentaries. Each episode is directed by a different filmmaker, covering topics from the “Harold & Kumar” phenomenon to the...
Video: Apple TV Debuts First-Look Teaser for Its New Thriller "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed"
Apple TV released a first‑look teaser for its upcoming thriller "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed," starring Emmy winner Tatiana Maslany and Jake Johnson. The half‑hour, 10‑episode series will debut with two episodes on May 20 and continue weekly through July 15. Created by David...
Video: "Hulk Hogan: Real American" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Netflix is launching "Hulk Hogan: Real American," a four‑part, hour‑long documentary series debuting in April 2026. The series chronicles Terry Bollea’s transformation into wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and includes his final on‑camera interview. Produced in association with WWE and directed by...
Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan and Brooke Williamson Lead Teams of Elite Pitmasters in Return of Fiery Competition Series "BBQ Brawl"
Food Network revives its BBQ competition series “BBQ Brawl” on May 11, 2026, featuring celebrity chefs Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan and newcomer captain Brooke Williamson. The trio each leads a team of twelve elite pitmasters through nine intense episodes, culminating in a July 6...
Season Six of The Global Hit Series "The Chosen" Premieres Exclusively on Prime Video, November 15, 2026
Prime Video and 5&2 Studios announced that Season 6 of the globally‑watched series “The Chosen” will debut on November 15, 2026, with three episodes released simultaneously followed by weekly installments through December 6. The six‑episode arc culminates in a standalone theatrical release slated for spring 2027....
Video: Competition Heats Up with Intrigue and Spices - Netflix Unveils Trailer for New Drama "Made with Love"
Netflix has released the trailer for "Made with Love," an Indonesian drama debuting globally on April 15, 2026. The series follows ambitious chef Luka as she battles her mother, the restaurant’s head chef, and a new rival, Dennis, for control...
Katie Conway Promoted to Executive Producer of Robin Roberts Production Unit at ABC News Studios
Seven‑time Emmy winner Katie Conway has been promoted to executive producer of Robin Roberts’ unscripted development and production unit at ABC News Studios. The unit, which creates documentaries, nonfiction series, and primetime specials for ABC, Disney+ and Hulu, will now...
"Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" Returns for One Last Spell This Summer on Disney+ and Disney Channel
Disney+ and Disney Channel will launch the final four‑part event of “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” this summer, marking the series’ last spell. Selena Gomez makes her directorial debut with the premiere while reprising Alex Russo across episodes. The revival follows...
First-Ever "American Idol" Simulcast on ABC and Disney+ Surges Double Digits
ABC and Disney+ aired the first simultaneous broadcast of “American Idol” on March 30, 2026, pulling 4.86 million total viewers and a 0.42 rating among adults 18‑49. The episode posted double‑digit gains versus the same night last year (+11%) and versus the prior...
Sarah Drew and Eric Johnson to Headline "When I Said I Do" (Wt), The New Movie Inspired by Clint Black...
Sarah Drew and Eric Johnson will headline Lifetime’s new original film “When I Said I Do (wt),” a romance inspired by country‑music legends Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black’s chart‑topping duet. The movie, executive‑produced by the Blacks who also appear...
Thursday Night Heats Up as "9-1-1: Nashville" And "9-1-1" Soar to Best Performance of the Season
ABC’s Thursday night lineup delivered record‑breaking ratings for its emergency‑services dramas “9‑1‑1” and the freshman “9‑1‑1: Nashville.” “9‑1‑1: Nashville” attracted 6.23 million total viewers across three days, a 55 % jump from its live‑plus‑same‑day high. “9‑1‑5” pulled in 7.33 million viewers, up 53 %...
Hulu's Critically Acclaimed Comedy Series "Deli Boys" Returns for a Second Season on May 28
Hulu announced that the critically acclaimed comedy series “Deli Boys” returns for a second season on May 28, 2026. The new season adds Andrew Rannells and Kumail Nanjiani as recurring guest stars alongside regulars Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, Poorna Jagannathan...
ESPN to Present WNBA Expansion Draft Friday, April 3
ESPN announced that Malika Andrews will host the WNBA Expansion Draft on Friday, April 3, from 3:30‑4 p.m. ET, broadcasting live from its Los Angeles studio. The draft will determine the inaugural rosters for the league’s two newest franchises, the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo,...
Louis C.K. to Headline the Hollywood Bowl May 5 as Part of Netflix Is a Joke Fest
Louis C.K. will headline the Hollywood Bowl on May 5 as part of Netflix Is a Joke Fest, a live comedy event tied to his upcoming Netflix special “Ridiculous.” The special, directed and executive‑produced by the comedian, launches globally this summer....
HBO Original Comedy Special "Ramy Youssef: In Love" Debuts April 17
Award‑winning comedian Ramy Youssef’s third HBO Original comedy special, “Ramy Youssef: In Love,” premieres on April 17, 2026, streaming on HBO Max after a live broadcast from Chicago’s historic Hideout venue. The hour‑long show blends personal anecdotes about marriage, dog...
Netflix Wins Hot Package "The Corrections"; Orders Limited Drama Straight-to-Series Starring Meryl Streep
Netflix has green‑lit a limited‑series adaptation of Jonathan Franzen’s National Book Award‑winning novel *The Corrections*, casting three‑time Oscar winner Meryl Streep as matriarch Enid. The project is directed by Cord Jefferson, known for his work on *American Fiction* and *Watchmen*,...
A Demon Falls for a Human in "Long Vacation": Netflix Greenlights New Romance Series From Director of "Crash Landing on...
Netflix has greenlit "Long Vacation," a new romance series starring Choo Young‑woo as a centuries‑old demon and Lee Se‑young as a savvy hotel attendant. The show is directed by Lee Jung‑hyo, the filmmaker behind the hit "Crash Landing on You,"...
"Bad Sisters" Alum Daryl McCormack Joins Dakota Fanning and Stellan Skarsgard in a New Original Thriller
Apple TV+ announced a new original thriller starring Dakota Fanning, Stellan Skarsgård, and "Bad Sisters" alum Daryl McCormack. The series follows Fanning as an undercover Treasury agent infiltrating a multi‑billion‑dollar international conglomerate. Production details were released via an Apple press...
FOX Saturday Baseball Delivers Its Best Season-Opening Telecast Since 2021
FOX Sports reported that its Saturday baseball opening‑day telecast attracted 2.59 million viewers, the strongest start since the 2021 season. The two‑game slate was highlighted by the New York Yankees defeating the San Francisco Giants and delivered a 45% viewership lift...
"Sesame Street" Arrives on Tubi with 250 Nostalgic Episodes
Tubi, the free streaming arm of Fox Corporation, announced that it will launch 250 episodes of Sesame Street on April 1, 2026. The catalog covers the series from its 1969 premiere through Season 38, with a quarterly refresh that adds roughly 10 %...
CBS Announces Season Finale Airdates for 2025-2026
CBS announced the full slate of season‑finale air dates for its 2025‑2026 broadcast season, covering primetime comedies, dramas and unscripted series. The schedule runs from April 23 through May 27, 2026, featuring high‑profile finales such as NCIS (23rd season), 60...
NBC Sports Delivers Largest MLB Opening Day Audience on Record for Multi-Game Presentation
NBC Sports and Peacock delivered the largest MLB Opening Day audience for a multi‑game broadcast, averaging 2.7 million viewers across both networks. The primetime Diamondbacks‑Dodgers matchup attracted 3.2 million viewers, the most‑watched Opening Day primetime game since 2017, while the Pirates‑Mets afternoon...
BET Launches the Creator Studio with "The Jason Lee Show" To Premiere April 8 as Flagship Series From New Digital-First...
BET announced the Creator Studio, a digital‑first hub for Black creators, launching with the flagship series The Jason Lee Show on April 8 across BET.com and YouTube. The studio consolidates production, distribution and brand support, offering podcasts, short‑form videos and social‑first...
FOX Sports and The Workshop Content Studios Announce New Original College Basketball Documentary "March in the Garden" Premiering April 1...
FOX Sports and The Workshop Content Studios announced "March in the Garden," a new original college‑basketball documentary premiering on FS1 on April 1 at 6:30 PM ET. The film offers an all‑access look at the 2026 Big East tournament at Madison Square Garden, featuring...
Video: HBO Releases Second Trailer for Season Three of the HBO Original Drama Series "Euphoria," Debuting April 12
HBO unveiled the second trailer for the third season of its breakout drama Euphoria, confirming a Sunday, April 12 premiere with weekly episodes on HBO and streaming on HBO Max. The season returns Emmy‑winner Zendaya and adds high‑profile guest talent...
Video: "Sparks of Tomorrow" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Kyoto Animation’s new series "Sparks of Tomorrow" will premiere worldwide on Netflix on July 5, 2026. The narrative follows Kihachi Sakamoto and Inako Momokawa as they chase a mysterious 20th Century Electrical Catalog to realize an imagined "Age of Electricity" while confronting Yosuke...
Lion Forge Entertainment Announces Premiere Date for Second "Iyanu" Animated Movie
Lion Forge Entertainment announced that its second Iyanu feature, Iyanu: The War of Twin Princes, will debut on Cartoon Network on July 11, 2026, with a streaming release on HBO Max the following day. The animated prequel expands the Nigerian‑inspired...
Video: "Dandelion" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Netflix is launching "Dandelion," an original Japanese series that streams globally on April 16, 2026. The show adapts Hideaki Sorachi’s debut work, known for the popular manga "Gintama," and follows the 21st Division’s Dandelion Clan as they guide restless spirits...
Hugely Popular "Chicago" Series Set to Return to NBC in the Fall
NBC announced the renewal of its One‑Chicago franchise for the 2026‑27 season, launching Chicago Fire’s 15th season, Chicago P.D.’s 14th, and Chicago Med’s 12th. The March 4 crossover event delivered season‑high live viewers across all three series. Social‑video engagement surged, with the crossover’s online...
Netflix Rounds Out Cast of "Kennedy" With Production Underway in London
Netflix announced the addition of thirteen new recurring actors to its upcoming drama series "Kennedy", based on Fredrik Logevall’s biography of the Kennedy family. Production is currently underway in London, with Michael Fassbender already on set as Joe Kennedy Sr....
FOX Sports Assembles Top-Tier Roster for 2026 Major League Baseball Regular Season Coverage
FOX Sports unveiled its 2026 Major League Baseball broadcast lineup, featuring Hall of Famers John Smoltz, Derek Jeter and David Ortiz alongside Emmy‑winning play‑by‑play talent Joe Davis. The network will begin coverage on March 28 with a day‑night doubleheader, supplementing...
"The Morning Show" News Incoming - Sean Hayes Joins the Cast of Season 5
Apple TV+ confirmed via its official Twitter account that Sean Hayes will join the cast of *The Morning Show* for its fifth season. The announcement, released on March 27, 2026, provided no specifics about Hayes’s character or plot direction. Hayes,...