The Conjuring’s Patrick Wilson Has Signed On For The Last of Us: Season 3
Patrick Wilson, known for horror franchises like The Conjuring, has officially signed on to appear in HBO’s The Last of Us Season 3. Wilson recently wrapped filming on Apple TV’s adaptation of Cape Fear before joining the post‑apocalyptic series. Season 3, renewed in April 2025, will adapt the second act of the 2020 video‑game sequel and is billed as larger in scope than earlier installments. The series has already drawn nearly 40 million viewers and earned critical acclaim across its first two seasons.
EXCLUSIVE: THE REAL REASON ‘ACCESS HOLLYWOOD’ GOT CANCELED - PUBLICISTS
Access Hollywood was canceled despite a respected production team, according to insiders. The show struggled under rigid controls from celebrity publicists who barred tough questions and real moments. These constraints turned the program into promotional fluff, eroding audience interest as...
Versant Exec Shoots Down Idea of Golf Channel Sale to PGA Tour
Versant, the NBCUniversal cable spinoff, confirmed it is not looking to sell Golf Channel, emphasizing an acquisition‑focused M&A strategy. The PGA Tour is planning a major schedule overhaul, trimming its calendar to 21‑26 premium events to create scarcity among top...
Why Was The “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” Reboot Cancelled? | What’s On Disney Plus Q&A
In a recent Disney+ Q&A episode, host Sarah Michelle Gellar addressed why the planned “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” reboot was cancelled. The cancellation stemmed from budget constraints, creative disagreements, and tepid market testing. The session also fielded questions about Disney’s animated slate,...
Disney+ Adds “Bluey” Collection
Disney+ has rolled out a dedicated “Bluey” collection worldwide, featuring all three seasons and the popular Minisodes. The move arrives just before the streaming debut of “Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show” on March 16 2026. In 2025, the Australian animated series was...
NFL Reportedly Wants Paramount to Increase Rights Fee North of 50-60 Percent
The NFL is demanding a 50‑60 percent increase in its broadcast rights fees, targeting a new minimum of $3 billion per year from Paramount, the CBS parent. A 50 percent hike would push CBS's current $2.1 billion annual fee past the $3 billion...
Larry David’s HBO Sketch Comedy Show Gets a Title, Will Feature Obama / White House Accuses CNN of Lying /...
Comedian Larry David is launching a new sketch comedy series on HBO, officially titled “Larry David’s America”. The show will feature a cameo by former President Barack Obama, marking a rare political figure’s participation in a comedy program. At the...
Access Hollywood Canceled by NBCUniversal, Karamo and The Steve Wilkos Show Also Axed Amid Syndication Struggles
NBCUniversal announced the cancellation of Access Hollywood after its 30‑season run, simultaneously pulling the plug on The Steve Wilkos Show and Karamo. The moves mark the studio’s complete exit from first‑run syndication, following the earlier decision to end The Kelly...
Access Hollywood, The Steve Wilkos Show and Karamo Canceled / Peacock Introduces AI Andy Cohen / Amazon Hikes Price of...
NBCUniversal announced it will cease first‑run syndication of four long‑running shows—Access Hollywood, Access Live, The Steve Wilkos Show and Karamo—signaling a retreat from a shrinking daytime market. At the same time, Peacock unveiled an AI‑generated version of Andy Cohen to...
Higgsfield Unveils Content-Scoring Tool to Help Hollywood Navigate the AI Likeness Minefield
Higgsfield has introduced a content‑scoring feature for its Team Plan that automatically scans AI‑generated video and images for visual similarities to celebrities, copyrighted characters, brand logos, and even a director’s signature style. The tool assigns a similarity score, flags potential...
American Ninja Warrior: Season 17 Ratings
American Ninja Warrior’s seventeenth season is under close Nielsen scrutiny as NBC evaluates its future. The article notes that season 16 delivered a 0.30 rating in the key 18‑49 demographic and attracted 2.71 million viewers, setting a benchmark for renewal decisions. Season 17’s...
Password: Season Three — Has the NBC Game Show Been Cancelled or Renewed?
NBC’s revived word‑guessing game show Password returned for a second season, pairing everyday contestants with celebrity partners and offering a $25,000 bonus round. Season 2 delivered a 0.29 rating in the key 18‑49 demo and attracted 2.8 million live + same‑day viewers, marking a...
Cancelled or Renewed? Status of FOX TV Shows
The article provides a continuously updated chart listing FOX’s primetime series and their renewal, cancellation, or TBD status, including episode orders and available ratings. It links to a public Google spreadsheet where viewers can verify and contribute information. The resource...
America’s Got Talent, The Wall, Password, American Ninja Warrior, Surviving Earth: NBC Sets Summer 2026 Premiere Dates
NBC announced its 2026 summer premiere slate, kicking off with "America's Got Talent" Season 21 on June 2, followed by live shows in August, and the return of game show "Password" the same night. Documentary series "Surviving Earth" debuts June...
Production Begins on the Final Season of "Mayor of Kingstown" For Paramount+
Paramount+ has begun filming the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The eight‑episode conclusion stars Jeremy Renner, Edie Falco and newcomer David Morse as FBI Agent Russell Hardy. Morse joins a cast that also includes...
Peacock Renews "Love Island USA" For Season Eight and Announces Premiere Dates for Upcoming Slate
Peacock announced the renewal of Love Island USA for an eighth season, returning to Fiji with host Ariana Madix, and set to debut on June 2, 2026. The streamer also revealed that Love Island: Beyond the Villa season two will...
Is YouTube Winning Or Is TV Losing, TVREV On Stage At Marketecture Live III
YouTube has been declared the world’s largest media company by MoffettNathanson, overtaking Netflix, Disney, Warner, Comcast and Paramount. A shift of roughly $4 billion in ad spend from legacy TV to YouTube underscores the platform’s growing dominance. The article argues this...
FOX Sports, Imagine Documentaries & Delirio Films Announce "Summer of '94" Premiering May 23 on FOX
FOX Sports, Imagine Documentaries and Delirio Films announced the documentary feature “Summer of ’94,” which will debut on FOX on May 23, 2026, after a world premiere at SXSW on March 14. The film chronicles the U.S. Men’s National Team’s...
In Shift, NFL Will Reportedly Package Rights to Week 1 Melbourne Game
The NFL is moving away from selling the Week 1 Melbourne International Series game on a stand‑alone basis, opting instead to bundle it with four or five additional contests. This packaging aligns with a broader inventory of nine International Series...
From MrBeast to Microdramas: Scott Brown’s Bet on Phone-Native Storytelling
Scott Brown, a veteran of Hollywood‑creator collaborations, is championing microdramas—short, vertically‑shot scripted series built for smartphones—through his company Second Rodeo. After pioneering digital formats for Larry King, The Rock’s YouTube launch, and MrBeast stunts, Brown sees microdramas as the first...
Family Guy Spinoff Stewie Set at Fox with a Two-Season Order
Fox has ordered a new animated series centered on Stewie Griffin, the infant mastermind from Family Guy. The spinoff, created by Seth MacFarlane and longtime Family Guy writers, received a two‑season commitment from the network. Production is slated to begin...
When Will Season 4 of ‘Sullivan’s Crossing’ Be on Netflix?
Season 4 of Sullivan’s Crossing will premiere on The CW on April 20, 2026, after filming wrapped in late 2025. The series has already become a streaming powerhouse, with season 1 surpassing five million views and season 3 reaching #3 on Netflix’s Global English TV Top 10...
CBS Midseason Premiere Week Tops Broadcast and Streaming Rankings in Live + 7-Day Multiplatform Viewership
During the Feb 23‑Mar 1, 2026 mid‑season premiere week, CBS secured the top three spots among broadcast series and placed seven of the ten most‑watched titles in the broadcast‑only ranking, according to Nielsen’s live‑plus‑7‑day multiplatform data. The network’s flagship drama “Marshals” led with...
At Home with the Furys: Season Three Renewal Expected Ahead of Second Season Premiere on Netflix
Netflix's reality series "At Home with the Furys" has been green‑lit for a second season, with the premiere date yet to be announced. Industry source Deadline suggests a third season is likely, though Netflix has not officially confirmed the renewal....
Key Trends in the Audiovisual Sector at the Series Mania Forum
The European Audiovisual Observatory will host three English‑language presentations at the Series Mania Forum, spotlighting the most recent trends shaping Europe’s streaming and television markets. The sessions will dissect subscription growth, the decline of traditional TV advertising, and the rising...
Canal Plus Posts Near 7 Billion Euro Revenue and Eyes African Expansion
Canal Plus reported revenue nearing €7 billion for 2025, marking a strong financial performance for the French media conglomerate. Chairman Maxime Saada highlighted the achievement and announced the next phase of the group’s 2026 strategic plan. The plan centers on expanding...
Paramount+ and CBS Partner to Air UFC 327: Prochazka Vs. Ulberg Live on Paramount+ and CBS Television Network
Paramount+ and CBS have agreed to jointly broadcast UFC 327, featuring Jiří Procházka vs. Valter Ulberg, on April 11 from Miami’s Kaseya Center. Paramount+ will stream the entire fight card in the United States and Latin America, while CBS will simulcast the...
BET Expands Daytime Lineup with AFRO TV's "The Sisaundra Show" And "Point of View," Celebrating Community, Culture and Connection on...
BET is expanding BET Her’s daytime schedule through a partnership with AFRO TV, adding two live daily talk shows—The Sisaundra Show and Point of View—premiering on March 16, 2026. Both programs are produced in Orlando and focus on Black women’s culture, perspectives, and community issues. The collaboration gives...
Saturday TV Ratings: 48 Hours, NBA Basketball, World Baseball Classic, Paralympic Games
Saturday, March 7, 2026 TV ratings show CBS’s true‑crime series *48 Hours* aired a new episode amid a slate of high‑profile sports and specials. The Paralympic Games, NBA tip‑off, World Baseball Classic, and UFC 326 prelims dominated viewership, while reruns like *Saturday Night...
Sans-Curry, Are Warriors Suddenly a Ratings Drag?
The Golden State Warriors posted their lowest‑rated ABC broadcast since 2002, drawing a 1.1 rating and 1.90 million viewers in a Curry‑less matchup against the Thunder. Historically a marquee NBA draw, the team’s viewership fell sharply when Stephen Curry missed his...
Hulu Orders “Lex” Pilot
Disney’s 20th Television is developing a new comedy pilot for Hulu called “Lex.” The series centers on a disgraced reality‑star who inadvertently records a murder and becomes the target of a worldwide conspiracy. The pilot is being written and executive‑produced...
One Bad Data Point Can Break The Entire AI Stack For Streaming Publishers
AI agents are being layered onto media analytics pipelines, promising automated insights for streaming publishers. However, a single erroneous data point—such as a telemetry delay—can poison the entire chain, turning a glitch into a strategic misstep. The risk is amplified...
What Premium Actually Buys You on CTV
Premium CTV inventory, while more expensive, offers advertisers higher-quality audience engagement. Vevo, partnering with measurement firm Amplified, has produced rigorous attention data demonstrating that premium placements deliver longer view times and stronger brand recall. The partnership’s findings provide concrete evidence...
Attention versus Fandom: Why Entertainment Needs a New Framework for Understanding Engagement
The article argues that the entertainment sector must move beyond a single‑dimensional attention economy and adopt a three‑tier framework—disposable, habitual, and devotional attention—to differentiate fleeting clicks from true fandom. It highlights how micro‑drama apps like ReelShort chase disposable attention, while...
An Update on ‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 and ‘Stranger Things’ 5 Viewership Races
Netflix’s two flagship English‑language series are falling short of their own records. Stranger Things Season 5 has logged 132.7 million views after 77 days, 8 million fewer than Season 4’s 140.7 million, and cannot close the gap before the 91‑day window ends. Bridgerton Season 4 sits...
The Forsytes: Season Three; New Masterpiece Period Drama Gets Another Early Renewal From PBS
PBS announced an early renewal of the period drama The Forsytes for a third season, even before the series’ first episode airs on March 22. The show, part of the Masterpiece anthology, stars Stephen Moyer, Millie Gibson, Jack Davenport, and...
Lifetime Announces Two New "Ripped From the Headlines" Films for Spring
Lifetime announced two new true‑crime movies for its spring lineup, expanding its "Ripped from the Headlines" brand. "Rescued By Faith: The Connie and Larry Van Oosten Story" will debut on April 4, featuring Nancy Travis, Mike Pniewski and Jake Allyn....
FOX Entertainment Studios Signs Development Commitment with Frankie Quinones for New Comedy Series
FOX Entertainment Studios has entered a development commitment with comedian Frankie Quiñones to create an untitled scripted comedy series, where he will co‑write and star. The deal underscores FOX’s push for bold, creator‑driven voices across its scripted and unscripted platforms....
Charles Barkley Producing a New Sports Comedy Podcast
Charles Barkley’s Round Mound Media is teaming with Justin Hartley’s ChangeUp Productions to launch a new sports‑comedy podcast, "So U Think U Can Sports?" The show, hosted by comedian Eliot Glazer, will feature interviews with players, coaches and owners, while...
FX Not Moving Forward With “Witness Protection” Series
FX announced it will not move forward with the “Witness Protection” pilot, a dark drama starring Alison Brie and an ensemble cast. The series was created by Hannah Fidell and Gina Welch, known for FX’s “Clipped”, and directed by Fidell. Despite the talent...
UNC-Duke, MSU-Michigan, Deliver on Final Weekend of Men’s Regular Season
College basketball rivalry matchups delivered strong ratings in the final weekend of the regular season. The UNC‑Duke game on ESPN attracted 3.43 million viewers, a 14 % increase and the third‑largest audience for the series since 2019. Michigan’s win over Michigan State...
Murdoch’s Mexico War & An Ellison Merger Lesson
Fox is embroiled in a cross‑border trademark dispute in Mexico after a football broadcast blackout, leading to injunctions and mounting contempt fines. The Ninth Circuit is hearing an appeal that could restore the NFL’s $4.7 billion Sunday Ticket penalty. Disney is...
UFC Opens CBS Era with Stronger Audience
UFC made its CBS debut with UFC 326, drawing an average of 2.47 million viewers across a two‑hour window that included prelims and portions of the main card. The one‑hour segment featuring the main card (excluding the main event) averaged 2.81 million...
Kate Walsh to Star in CBS Family Comedy Pilot The Tillbrooks / Keith David Joins Jake Johnson’s NBC PI Comedy...
CBS is moving forward with "The Tillbrooks," a multi‑camera family sitcom pilot starring Kate Walsh as the ambitious matriarch. NBC is developing an untitled private‑investigator comedy pilot featuring Emmy‑winner Keith David as the agency head. Hulu is developing "Double or...
Matthew Henick On Why OEMs Need Better Ad Infrastructure, Not More Middlemen
Matthew Henick, SVP of Consumer Products at The Trade Desk, unveiled the Ventura Ecosystem – an OS‑level ad infrastructure designed to streamline the CTV supply chain. He argued that too many intermediaries erode OEM revenue and obscure transparency for advertisers....
How Streaming Platforms Are Changing Television Viewing Habits Worldwide
Streaming platforms have fundamentally altered television consumption worldwide, shifting viewers from scheduled broadcasts to on‑demand, personalized experiences. Services such as Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime enable binge‑watching, global content discovery, and data‑driven recommendations, reshaping production and distribution models. Traditional broadcasters...
Spain's Free Streaming Map
Spain has emerged as Europe’s FAST (Free Ad‑Supported Streaming TV) leader, with 35% of adults using free streaming services each month. Omdia forecasts FAST revenues at $32 million in 2025, nearly doubling to $65 million by 2030. Local broadcasters such as RTVE...
David Ellison’s Troubling H.R. File
David Ellison has become Hollywood’s most aggressive acquirer, deploying billions to buy stakes in Skydance, the fledgling ParaBros venture and a potential partnership with WarnerMount. In just seven months he could control roughly one‑third of theatrical releases, and a proposed...
Thursday TV Ratings: Animal Control, The Hunting Party, 9-1-1, Ghosts, Trivial Pursuit
TV ratings for Thursday, March 5, 2026, were released, covering a full slate of new episodes. The lineup featured 9‑1‑1, Grey’s Anatomy, Ghosts, Animal Control, The Hunting Party and several other series across broadcast and cable. Ratings were measured using Fast Affiliate...
Thursday TV Ratings 3/5/26: 9-1-1 and 9-1-1: Nashville Rise for Crossover, SVU and Matlock Also Rise, The Hunting Party Nears...
Thursday night television on March 5, 2026 saw modest gains for several procedural dramas. ABC’s 9‑1‑1 rose to a 0.33 rating with 4.20 million viewers, while its spin‑off 9‑1‑1: Nashville climbed after a crossover, reaching a 0.24 rating and 3.41 million viewers....