HBO Announces Documentary Slate for Second Half of 2019July 25, 2019HBO has confirmed their slate of thought-provoking documentaries for the second half of 2019, including: Roger Ross Williams' THE APOLLO, an insider's look at the history and legacy of the legendary Apollo Theater; Susan Lacy's VERY RALPH, the intimate story of fashion icon Ralph Lauren; Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato and Diane von Furstenberg's LIBERTY: MOTHER OF EXILES, a revealing, up-close look at one of the most beloved icons in the world; and McMILLIONS, from executive producer Mark Wahlberg and directors James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte, a documentary series chronicling the stranger-than-fiction story of how an ex-cop rigged McDonald's Monopoly game promotion for over a decade and stole millions.
Limited Series OUR BOYS to Debut August 12 on HBOJuly 25, 2019The ten-part limited drama series OUR BOYS debuts with two episodes back-to-back MONDAY, AUG. 12 (9:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT), followed by single episodes debuting subsequent Mondays, exclusively on HBO.
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Plays 'Who's Your Co-Star?' on THE LATE LATE SHOWJuly 25, 2019Sutton Foster was a guest on last night's episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden. During the show, James introduces one of his writers who once appeared in 'Younger' with Foster years ago. James decides to play a game with her, seeing if she can remember acting alongside him. After showing a clip of the scene to the audience, James brings out 5 similarly dressed and looking men and sees if Foster can pick the right co-star!
HIS DARK MATERIALS to Debut This Fall Exclusively On HBOJuly 25, 2019Adapting Philip Pullman's award-winning trilogy of the same name, which is considered a modern masterpiece of imaginative fiction, HIS DARK MATERIALS will debut this fall. The series follows Lyra (Dafne Keen), a seemingly ordinary but brave young woman from another world. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and becomes a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust.
HBO Drama Series WATCHMEN to Debut In OctoberJuly 25, 2019et in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws, WATCHMEN, from executive producer Damon Lindelof (Emmy® winner for “Lost”; HBO's “The Leftovers”) embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel of the same name, while attempting to break new ground of its own. Nicole Kassell directs the pilot from a script written by Lindelof.
Southampton's Docklands Festival Unveils Patrick Topping, Alan Fitzpatrick, Andy C, and MoreJuly 24, 2019The bar-raising Docklands Festival is coming to Hoglands Park on 28th September with a world-class lineup of more than 50 names and mind-blowing production that means it will be Southampton's biggest inner city music festival. Across three fully-designed and immersive stages will be a huge line-up of international names including Patrick Topping, Alan Fitzpatrick, Andy C + Tonn Piper, Pete Tong, Wilkinson, My Nu Leng, Sub Focus, Jaguar Skills, GW Harrison and many more talents from the worlds of house, bass and tech.
Joseph C. Terry to Direct THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOWJuly 24, 2019Daytime Emmy Award winner Joseph C. Terry has been named director of the upcoming nationally syndicated program “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” it was announced today by Tracie Wilson, Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs, NBCUniversal Domestic TV Distribution.
Project Loud Unveils Full First Phase LineupsJuly 24, 2019Project Loud is the most exciting new addition to London's nocturnal landscape in many years. This game-changing new event now unveils the fantastic first season of parties to take place at Proud Embankment with the very best sound and production in the world from Loud Professional. Starting on Friday August 9th, the quest to become the most unique and sonically perfect party on the planet starts with Art Department and Goldcap, before the acclaimed international DJ's like Agoria, DJ Sneak, Francesca Lombardo, Guy Laliberte, Behrouz, Nico Stojan, Maya Warriors Sound System and a Voyage Showcase Night will all serve up some special parties until Friday November 29th.
Herb Alpert to Release New Album 'Over The Rainbow'July 24, 2019On September 20, 2019, legendary and Grammy winning musician, producer, creator and artist Herb Alpert will release his newest album Over The Rainbow, a 12 song collection that includes one original track and a cadre of classic and well known interpreted tunes performed in a way that only Alpert can deliver.
Lifetime Movies Network to Premiere Two New Thrillers This AugustJuly 24, 2019LMN dials up the heat with back-to-back Friday night premieres with the thrillers A Lover Scorned starring Emilie de Ravin (Lost), debuting on August 2 at 8pm ET/PT, followed by Deadly Influencer starring Anne Dudek and Abby Ross on August 9 at 8pm ET/PT.
WE tv Announces UNTOLD STORIES OF HIP HOPJuly 24, 2019WE tv announced today its new original tell-all series, 'Untold Stories of Hip Hop,' featuring never-before-told tales from the biggest names in hip hop. Set to premiere this fall, the series from Creature Films (Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G.), features interviews with Cardi B, Snoop Dogg, Queen Latifah, Ice Cube, Nelly, A$AP Rocky, DJ Khaled, Wyclef Jean, Ja Rule, Fat Joe and more, and is hosted by the foremost radio personality in hip hop, Angie Martinez.

CURIOUS GEORGE ROYAL MONKEY Arrives on DVD, Digital 9/10July 24, 2019Curious George makes his royal debut in the new feature-length animated movie, Curious George: Royal Monkey, arriving on Digital, DVD and streaming on Hulu on September 10, 2019 from Universal 1440 Entertainment, the original content production arm of Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, and Imagine Entertainment. Filled with delightful antics, gentle humor and heartfelt emotion that have captivated the hearts of families around the world, the majestic film follows George as he trades places with the royal monkey of Simiana by mistake! Taking audiences on a colorful grand adventure with exciting new locations and a fresh cast of adorable characters, Curious George: Royal Monkey features returning voice cast Emmy Award® winners Frank Welker (Scooby-Doo! franchise) and Jeff Bennett (“Johnny Bravo” TV series) and showcases five original songs including a single by award-winning recording artist and songwriter Andy Grammer. For a limited time only,Curious George: Royal Monkey on DVD also comes with an exclusive sticker sheet, available at all retailers nationwide.
Keenen Ivory Wayans Signs On as Showrunner for THE LAST O.G.July 24, 2019TBS has tapped writer, director and producer Keenen Ivory Wayans to serve as showrunner on season three of The Last O.G., starring Tracy Morgan and Tiffany Haddish. Co-created and executive-produced by Academy Award-winner Jordan Peele, The Last O.G. launched as cable's #1 comedy in 2018 and continues to be a ratings success with season two reaching a multiplatform audience of 32.5 million viewers thus far. Wayans, a New York native, will also direct four episodes in the newest season of the Brooklyn-centric comedy series.
TNT Renews ANIMAL KINGDOM for Season FiveJuly 24, 2019TNT, a division of WarnerMedia Entertainment, has renewed its powerhouse drama Animal Kingdom for a fifth season. The popular series continues to grow its fanbase, reaching nearly 18 million viewers this season so far across all platforms, defying industry trends where the typical returning series is down double digits. Season four of Animal Kingdom premiered on par with the season three average and the series is one of this year's top 10 cable dramas (P18-49, L+7).
Vertical Entertainment Acquires MISS VIRGINIA Starring Uzo AdubaJuly 24, 2019Vertical Entertainment has acquired the North America distribution rights to Miss Virginia, a drama inspired by a true story of a struggling inner-city mother who sacrifices everything to give her son a good education. Unwilling to allow her son to stay in a dangerous school, she launches a movement that could save his future -- and that of thousands like him. Starring Uzo Aduba (“Orange Is the New Black”), Matthew Modine (“Stranger Things”), Aunjanue Ellis (“The Help”), and Vanessa Williams (“Ugly Betty”). Vertical Entertainment will be releasing the film in select theaters and on VOD October 18th.