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TRUE STORY, Starring Ed Helms & Randall Park, is Coming to NBC
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 21, 2020

NBC has ordered “True Story,” a hilarious new series co-hosted by award-winning actor-comedians Ed Helms (“The Office,” “The Hangover”) and Randall Park (“Fresh Off the Boat,” “Always Be My Maybe”). Helms will also executive produce.

Michael Raymond-James Will Lead LA BREA on NBC
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 21, 2020

Deadline reports that Michael Raymond-James, Karina Logue, and Zyra Gorecki have joined the cast of 'La Brea' on NBC.

NBC Renews THE BLACKLIST for an 8th Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 20, 2020

NBC has renewed its esteemed drama series “The Blacklist” for an eighth season.

BWW Exclusive: Watch An All New Episode of NBC's New Musical Comedy ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2020

If there's a song in your heart, it will get in her head. Jane Levy stars in this high-concept drama as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, who always preferred podcasts over pop songs, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her - her family, co-workers and complete strangers - through popular songs.

NBC's Alternative Directors Program Names 2019-20 Class
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 14, 2020

NBC has announced the 2019-20 class of its Alternative Directors Program, the industry's first directing pipeline program for unscripted shows that strives to create equal representation behind the scenes on alternative series.

NBC Announces Alternative Series Premiere Dates
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 12, 2020

The all-new season of 'Little Big Shots' returns with two-time Emmy Award-winning actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy as host.

NBC Announces Premiere Dates for LITTLE BIG SHOTS, THE WALL, and SONGLAND
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 12, 2020

NBC has announced the premiere dates for LITTLE BIG SHOTS, THE WALL, and SONGLAND.

NBC Renews SUPERSTORE for a Sixth Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 11, 2020

NBC's critically acclaimed comedy “Superstore” has been renewed for a 6th season.

Cecily Strong Set to Star In Musical Comedy at Apple
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 30, 2020

Cecily Strong is set to star in a musical comedy product from Lorne Michaels' Broadway Video, Despicable Me duo Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, and Universal TV, according to Deadline. Apple is in final negotiations for the series.

ABC Invites You to the Ultimate Date Night on Monday, April 13
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 29, 2020

This spring, ABC turns up the romance with the compelling new modern-day fairy tale 'The Baker and the Beauty' premiering MONDAY, APRIL 13 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), following the premiere of the all-new Bachelor Nation series, 'The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart.'

Will Packer & Eva Longoria Will Produce Upcoming Series TIAS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 23, 2020

Deadline reports that Will Packer and Eva Longoria will produce 'Tias,' an upcoming female-driven Latina ensemble drama at Universal Television.

Apple Announces Premiere Date for Steven Spielberg's AMAZING STORIES
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 20, 2020

Apple TV+'s highly anticipated original series, executive produced by visionary, award-winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg, will make its global debut on Friday, March 6, exclusively on Apple TV+. The premiere date and a first look image from the series were revealed at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour.

Meagan Good, Grace Byers, Jerrie Johnson and Shoniqua Shandai to Star in UNTITLED TRACY OLIVER PROJECT
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 14, 2020

Amazon Studios announced today that Meagan Good, Grace Byers, Jerrie Johnson and Shoniqua Shandai will star in Untitled Tracy Oliver Project. The half-hour comedy series from Tracy Oliver (Girls Trip), Universal Television, and Amy Poehler's Paper Kite Productions will premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Amazon Studios additionally announced that Malcolm D. Lee (Girls Trip, The Best Man Holiday) will direct the first two episodes.

NBC Renews Poehler and Offerman's MAKING IT For Another Season
by Abigail Charpentier - Jan 11, 2020

During NBC's presentation at the TCA Winter Press Tour, it was announced Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman's DIY competition show will return for a third season, Deadline reports.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler To Host 2021 Golden Globe Awards
by Abigail Charpentier - Jan 11, 2020

Award-winning comedy icons Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are returning to the Golden Globes as co-hosts for the 2021 telecast.

ABC Debuts New Trailer for THE BAKER AND THE BEAUTY
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 8, 2020

Today, ABC gave TCA members an exclusive first look at the compelling new modern-day fairy tale, “The Baker and the Beauty.” Check out the exclusive trailer below before the series premiere, MONDAY, APRIL 6 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.

THE BAKER AND THE BEAUTY to Premiere on April 6 on ABC
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 8, 2020

ABC's compelling new modern-day fairy tale, “The Baker and the Beauty,” will take viewers on a flavor-filled adventure between relatable everyman Daniel and international superstar Noa. Daniel Garcia is working in the family bakery and doing everything that his loving Cuban parents and siblings expect him to do. But when he meets Noa Hamilton on a wild Miami night, his life moves into the spotlight. Will this unlikely couple upend their lives to be together and pull his family into a culture clash? “The Baker and the Beauty” premieres MONDAY, APRIL 6 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT).

Scoop: Upcoming Guests on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, 12/27-1/3
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 27, 2019

“Late Night with Seth Meyers” is home to A-list celebrity guests, memorable comedy and topical monologue jokes. It is hosted by Emmy Award-winning writer Seth Meyers, who was one of 2014's TIME 100 Most Influential People and named to Variety's 2016 New Power of New York list. Previously, Meyers served as head writer on “Saturday Night Live” and anchor on the show's wildly popular “Weekend Update.” “Late Night with Seth Meyers” was nominated in 2017 for both an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series and a Writers Guild Award.

Paley Center for Media and NBC Announce THE PALEY CENTER SALUTES LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 12, 2019

Celebrating the longest-running primetime drama in television history, the Paley Center for Media and NBC are jointly announcing the hourlong special “The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU,” set for Thursday, Jan. 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Holly Hunter To Star With Ted Danson In New NBC Comedy From Tina Fey And Robert Carlock
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 20, 2019

Holly Hunter, an Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress who recently had a critically applauded recurring role in HBO's drama “Succession,” will star alongside Ted Danson in NBC's new untitled comedy written and executive produced by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock.

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