mun2 to Become NBC UNIVERSONovember 4, 2014 NBCUniversal's Hispanic cable network mun2, which this year has launched a collection of new, exciting sports and entertainment options for Latinos, announced today the next major step in its evolution, as mun2 will rebrand to become NBC UNIVERSO on Sun., Feb. 1, 2015, the day it becomes the home of the exclusive Spanish-language telecast of Super Bowl XLIX in the U.S.
Sony Considering Michael Fassbender for Steve Jobs BiopicNovember 4, 2014As reported yesterday, Christian Bale has officially exited Sony Pictures' upcoming Steve Jobs biopic. Today, Deadline has confirmed the director Danny Boyle is strongly considering Michael Fassbender for the role.
STAGE TUBE: KINKY BOOTS' Joe Coots Sits Down with Eden LaneNovember 4, 2014Joe Coots of the KINKY BOOTS national tour recently sat down with Eden Lane. Coots plays a long time factory worker at Price and Son, and in the interview, talks about how special this show is. He even issues a challenge to Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning. Check it out below!
Katherine Heigl on Rude Rumors: 'I've Made Mistakes'November 3, 2014Katherin Heigl will soon return to television in NBC's new drama, STATE OF AFFAIRS - in anticipation of the show's premiere on Nov. 17, Heigl held a Facebook Q&A with fans, according to The Huffington Post, and opened up about some of the long-running rumors about her attitude.
Comedy Central & New York Comedy Festival's 5th Annual 'Comics to Watch' Showcase Set for 11/5November 3, 2014After concluding a nationwide search, this year's "Comics to Watch" features 11 comedians performing in the showcase reflecting an ever-expanding scope of the very best young talent on the comedy scene today. Comedy Central and The New York Comedy Festival have teamed up again for the fifth annual "Comics to Watch" showcase which is taking place at Carolines on Broadway on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m. as part of the 2014 New York Comedy Festival.
Rosie O'Donnell Returning to ABC Family's THE FOSTERSNovember 3, 2014 Emmy Award-winning comedian, host, and actor Rosie O'Donnell will return to guest star in more episodes of ABC Family's hit drama series “The Fosters.” O'Donnell's character, Rita Henricks, a tough yet compassionate foster care group home caregiver, was introduced in the first season of the critically-acclaimed series. She will appear in two episodes to air in early 2015.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT RIVALRY Continues this Week on NBCSNNovember 3, 2014This week's NHL coverage on NBCSN features an Original Six matchup on Wednesday Night Rivalry, highlighted by two standout goaltenders, when Henrik Lundqvistand the New York Rangers host Jimmy Howard and the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.
Bradley Cooper to Produce LIMITLESS Sequel Series for CBSOctober 31, 2014According to The Hollywood Reporter, CBS is developing a TV sequel series to the 2011 film LIMITLESS. Original star Bradley Cooper is on board to executive produce, featuring a pilot script by ELEMENTARY's Craig Sweeney.
ABC to Air A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING, 11/26October 31, 2014The ABC Television Network will kick off the holiday season with the classic half-hour animated PEANUTS special, “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 26 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC. In the 1973 special, “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” created by late cartoonist Charles M. Schulz, Charlie Brown wants to do something special for the gang. However, the dinner he arranges is a disaster when the caterers, Snoopy and Woodstock, prepare toast and popcorn as the main dish. Humiliated, it will take all of Marcie's persuasive powers to salvage the holiday for Charlie Brown. (Rebroadcast. ABC OAD: 11/16/01)
mun2 Continues Barclays Premier League Coverage this WeekendOctober 30, 2014NBCUniversal's Hispanic cable network mun2 continues its coverage of the 2014/15 season of the Barclays Premier League with four enticing matchups this weekend and Monday. The action begins Saturday, November 1 at 8:40 a.m. ET / 5:40 a.m. PT with Newcastle United vs Liverpool; followed at 10:55 a.m. ET/ 7:55 a.m. PT with Chelsea vs Queens Park Rangers. On Sunday November 2 at 8:25 a.m. ET/ 5:25 a.m. PT the Manchester Derby pitting Manchester City vs Manchester United and capping off the action on Monday, November 3 at 2:55 p.m. ET/ 11:55 a.m. PT will be Crystal Palace vs Sunderland.
Telemundo to Present FUTBOL ESTELAR: LEON VS. ATLASOctober 30, 2014Deportes Telemundo presents Week 15 of the Liga MX Opening Tournament, which matches back-to-back champion León vs. Atlas live from León Stadium in León, Guanajuato this Saturday, November 1 at 10PM/9C/7PT. León comes into the game with three consecutive wins, giving it a good chance of qualifying for the finals if it can repeat this performance against the visiting team from Guadalajara.