NBC Announces Its 2019-2020 Primetime Schedule
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 13, 2019
In the midst of a winning season that will mark the network's sixth consecutive September-to-September victory fueled by an unbeatable summer of alternative programming, NBC unveils a new year-round lineup that builds on the industry's most stable schedule with top returning stars, addictive dramas and an infusion of original comedies. The new slate, which will add four first-year dramas and four freshman comedies over the course of the 2019-20 season, will carry a robust fall lineup into a powerhouse midseason filled with returning favorites and big new shows for every audience.
NBC Reveals New Year-Round Lineup, Including THE VOICE, LAW AND ORDER: SVU, THE BLACKLIST, and Many More
by Stephi Wild
- May 12, 2019
In the midst of a winning season that will mark the network's sixth consecutive September-to-September victory fueled by an unbeatable summer of alternative programming, NBC unveils a new year-round lineup that builds on the industry's most stable schedule with top returning stars, addictive dramas and an infusion of original comedies. The new slate, which will add four first-year dramas and four freshman comedies over the course of the 2019-20 season, will carry a robust fall lineup into a powerhouse midseason filled with returning favorites and big new shows for every audience.
Steven Weber Will Lead 'UNINSURED' At NBC
by Alan Henry
- Mar 22, 2019
Deadline reports that Steven Weber (Wings) will return to multi-camera comedy, starring opposite Adam Pally, Abby Elliott and Fran Drescher in Uninsured, NBC's pilot from The Goldbergs writer/co-executive producer Dan Levy, executive producer Doug Robinson and Sony Pictures TV.
Comedy Central Presents Clusterfest Adds Amy Poehler, Fred Armisen and More To Lineup
by Tori Hartshorn
- Mar 15, 2019
Comedy Central, the #1 brand in comedy, Superfly, the founders behind Bonnaroo, and Outside Lands co-producer Another Planet Entertainment, today announced that Amy Poehler & Friends, Fred Armisen, Neal Brennan, and a live read of Clueless featuring Issa Rae, have been added to this year's Clusterfest lineup, joining an impressive roster including John Mulaney, Patton Oswalt, Leslie Jones, The Roots, Chelsea Peretti, Courtney Barnett, My Favorite Murder, and many more. In addition, the daily lineup was released for the three-day comedy and music festival with single-day tickets on sale today at 10 a.m. PT. General admission three-day, VIP and Platinum tickets are already available. All tickets can be purchased exclusively at www.clusterfest.com.
Abby Elliott and Adam Pally Join NBC Pilot UNINSURED
by Tori Hartshorn
- Feb 22, 2019
According to Variety, Abby Elliott and Adam Pally have both signed on to join the new NBC pilot UNINSURED. Additionally, Jessy Hodges and Amer Chadha-Patel have also been announced as series regulars.
Showtime Presents Comedy Special, TONE BELL: CAN'T CANCEL THIS
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Jan 25, 2019
Comedian Tone Bell takes the stage in his first stand-up special, TONE BELL: CAN'T CANCEL THIS, premiering on Friday, February 22 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME on-air, streaming and on demand. In the hour-long special filmed at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theater in Dallas, Bell simply wants to live in a world where Alaska is cold, student loans are paid and jelly is free. He has finally found the one place his uncompromising view of this unfair world can't be stopped.
Comedy Series CHAMPAIGN ILL is Streaming Now on YouTube Premium
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Dec 13, 2018
The YouTube Originals series CHAMPAIGN ILL -- a clever new comedy starring Adam Pally (Happy Endings, The Mindy Project), Sam Richardson (Veep, Detroiters) and guest starring Jay Pharoah (Saturday Night Live, Ride Along) -- is available NOW on YouTube Premium.
VULTURE FESTIVAL 2018 Announces Highlights
by A.A. Cristi
- Nov 15, 2018
Calling all West Coast theatre fans! Vulture Festival LA will be returning to the Hollywood Roosevelt this weekend - Saturday, Nov 17th & Sun, Nov 18th!
Vulture Festival Los Angeles to Feature a SCRUBS Reunion, a BIG MOUTH Table Read, and More
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 17, 2018
Vulture today announced the lineup for its second annual Vulture Festival Los Angeles Presented by AT&T, a weekend of high-profile events bringing the entertainment site to life, and an expansion of the pop-culture extravaganza that has taken place in New York City for the last five years. Vulture Festival Los Angeles's lineup includes actors in conversation, exclusive screenings, cast reunions, live podcasts, a comedy show, table reads, a private museum tour, and more, taking place November 17–18, primarily at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles, with select events at other venues. Additional events will be announced in the coming weeks.
Hulu Orders Animated Comedy Starring Nicholas Hoult
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Sep 27, 2018
Hulu has greenlit a 10-episode order of Crossing Swords, a new animated comedy series from the Emmy Award winning Robot Chicken executive producers John Harvatine IV and Tom Root. The series from Stoopid Buddy Stoodios is set to premiere as part of the Hulu Originals slate in 2020.
Comedy Central to Premiere A PRESIDENT SHOW DOCUMENTARY: THE FALL OF DONALD TRUMP
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Sep 27, 2018
He's The President, can you believe it?! The White House today announced that the team from The President Show is back with an all-new special on Comedy Central. Set in the year 2030, the special looks back at the last days of the Trump Administration through the eyes of its key members. Creator, Executive Producer, Star and Commander in Chief himself, Anthony Atamanuik, returns as President Donald Trump and the following guest stars are also back to reprise their roles as cabinet members: Peter Grosz as Trump's sidekick, Vice President Mike Pence, Kathy Griffin as Kellyanne Conway, Mario Cantone as Anthony Scaramucci, Adam Pally as Donald Trump Jr. and John Gemberling as Steve Bannon. Stephanie March will make her debut as Trump's favorite daughter, Ivanka Trump. A President Show Documentary: The Fall Of Donald Trump will debut on Monday, October 22 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.
Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On DOG DAYS
by Tori Hartshorn
- Aug 10, 2018
From acclaimed production company LD Entertainment (The Zookeeper's Wife, Jackie, and Megan Leavey) and Director Ken Marino comes Dog Days. Dog Days is a hilarious and heartfelt ensemble comedy that follows the lives of multiple dog owners and their beloved fluffy pals around sunny Los Angeles. When these human and canine's paths start to intertwine, their lives begin changing in ways they never expected.
YouTube Announces Fall 2018 Slate and 2019 Projects
by Macon Prickett
- Jul 27, 2018
Today at the Television Critics Association session, YouTube showcased its upcoming Original series and announced renewals for 2018/2019. From ambitious projects and compelling documentaries showcasing YouTube stars, to inventive comedies, bold dramas and live events featuring from some of the biggest names in Hollywood, YouTube continues to offer innovative programming that engages its audience. Since the launch of YouTube Originals in 2015, Original content has been viewed more than 650 million times.
ABC's MATCH GAME Returns For Third Season June 21
by Macon Prickett
- May 14, 2018
We are bringing back the shag carpet and the skinny microphone for some summertime “Match Game” BLANK!, as Season 3 continues on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT). “Match Game” will once again be hosted by Emmy®- and Golden Globe® Award-winning actor Alec Baldwin and is produced by FremantleMedia North America (FMNA). The hilarious panel game features two contestants as they attempt to match the answers of six celebrities in a game of fill-in-the-missing-blank. Baldwin received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Host in 2017.
HBO's Animated Series ANIMALS Returns With Third Season August 3
by Macon Prickett
- May 11, 2018
The animated adult television series ANIMALS. returns for its ten-episode third season FRIDAY, AUG. 3 (11:30 p.m.-midnight ET/PT), exclusively on HBO. From Duplass Brothers Productions, the show was created by Phil Matarese & Mike Luciano.
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