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Newcomer Tobit Raphael Joins FX's George Lopez Sitcom SAINT GEORGE

by TV News Desk — August 7, 2013

The Hollywood Reporter writes that newcomer Tobit Raphael has joined FX's 10/90 George Lopez half-hour sitcom SAINT GEORGE, starring and created by Lopez.

Sequel to 2006 Horror Film SEE NO EVIL in the Works

by Tyler Peterson — August 6, 2013

WWE Studios (NYSE: WWE) and Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF) announced today that production on See No Evil 2, the follow up to the duo's 2006 horror release, See No Evil, is scheduled to start in fall 2013.

Color Force Lands Film Rights to International Bestseller CRAZY RICH ASIANS

by Caryn Robbins — August 6, 2013

Color Force has landed feature film rights to first-time novelist Kevin Kwan's comedic best-seller CRAZY RICH ASIANS, it was announced today by Nina Jacobson, Color Force CEO.

'42' Tops Rentrak's Movies-On-Demand Titles for Week Ending 7/28

by Caryn Robbins — August 5, 2013

Rentrak Corporation (RENT) today announced the top ten movies-on-demand titles based on consumer transaction rate.

Lionsgate Acquires TV Rights to Sylvia Day's Bestselling Series CROSSFIRE

by Caryn Robbins — August 5, 2013

LIONSGATE (NYSE: LGF), a leading global entertainment company, has optioned the rights to the bestselling CROSSFIRE series of romantic novels by Sylvia Day

2 GUNS Tops Weekend with $27.4M; THE SMURFS 2 Debuts in Miniature with $27.8M For First Week

by Jessica Showers — August 4, 2013

The Smurfs are making a tiny impression with THE SMURFS 2's blue first week in theaters.

Jennifer Hudson's 'INEVITABLE DEFEAT' Gets October Release Date

by Caryn Robbins — August 2, 2013

Nick Cannon to Host New Style Media Series LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS

by Caryn Robbins — July 31, 2013

Style Media taps the talented and stylish Nick Cannon to host a modern-day spin on the pop culture classic series LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS.

Travel Channel Debuts New Original Series BEST DAYM TAKEOUT Tonight

by TV News Desk — July 31, 2013

This summer, Travel Channel hits the road in search of the best takeout joints in the new original series “Best Daym Takeout,” premiering with a special one-hour season opener featuring back-to-back episodes tonight, July 31 at 10:00 p.

DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE MOB, BLAZE YOU OUT Comes to Digital/VOD Today

by Movies News Desk — July 30, 2013

The Definitive Guide to the Mob arrived on DVD July 16 and Blaze You Out will be available on DVD, Digital Download and Video On Demand today, July 30 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.

42 Tops DVD & Blu-ray Sales, Week Ending 7/21

by Tyler Peterson — July 29, 2013

Rentrak Corporation (RENT) today announced the Top-10 DVD & Blu-ray sales and rentals according to the company's Retail Essentials and Home Video Essentials tracking services which are based on estimated consumer spending per data collected for the week ending July 21, 2013.

DIRTY DANCING Remake Released Today

by BWW News Desk — July 26, 2013

Originally a low-budget film by a new studio and with no major stars (except Broadway legend Jerry Orbach in a supporting role), Dirty Dancing became a massive box office hit.

OWN Announces Programming Premieres and New Series

by Caryn Robbins — July 25, 2013

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today programming premieres including new summer episodes of 'Oprah's Next Chapter.

Jamie Oliver & More Set for CBS's New Saturday Morning Programming Block

by Caryn Robbins — July 24, 2013

CBS has partnered with Litton Entertainment, a leading independent production and distribution company, on a new Saturday morning programming block, premiering on the CBS Television Network, Saturday, Sept.