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New Leadership for Fox Broadcast Network

The new leadership plan for the Fox Broadcast Network appears to be set. Writing on Deadline.com, Nellie Andreeva reports that 20th Century Fox Television co-Chairs Dana Walden and Gary Newman will take control of sibling television network Fox. The move…

Katherine Heigl Addresses Claims That She’s ‘Difficult’

During a panel at the Television Critics Association to discuss NBC’s new drama “State of Affairs,” star Katherine Heigl found herself on the hot seat, being asked to respond to claims that she’s “difficult,” The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed reports….

Which Broadcast Network Has the Weakest Fall Schedule? Media Buyers Single One Out

This fall may be especially tough for one broadcast network, according to a survey of media buyers and planners by Media Life. The poll found that media buyers and planners see Fox has having the weakest schedule for fall among…

NBC Appears to Be Fast-Tracking New Sitcom Built Around One of the Network’s Legendary Stars of the Past

An actor who was a fixture on NBC during its comedy glory days is headed back to the Peacock Network, and his program appears to be on a fast-track. Bill Cosby’s new show could air on NBC as early as…

Oscar Winner and Creepy Actor to Play Captain Hook in NBC’s ‘Peter Pan Live’

An Oscar-winning actor known for being at least a little bit creepy — who can also sing and dance — has joined NBC's upcoming "Peter Pan Live." The Los Angeles Times’ Show Tracker reports that Christopher Walken, who won an…

Author of Controversial Book on Jesus Says He Has Sold a Series to CNN

CNN is in discussions with Reza Aslan, a religious scholar who wrote “Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth,” for a new series, reports Politico. “We are in negotiations with Reza Aslan for a potential series on CNN,"…

After Parting Ways With Lucy Griffiths, NBC’s ‘Constantine’ Tweaks Lineup of Characters, Brings Another Actress Aboard in Pivotal Role

NBC has added a key character to the lineup on its high-profile upcoming project "Constantine," bringing aboard Mexican-American actress Angelica Celaya to play the part of Zed, TheWrap.com reports. The move comes after the production parted ways with actress Lucy…

Hulu Renews Drama Series

Online streaming service Hulu has picked up a drama series for another season. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hulu renewed the teen drama “East Los High” for a third season. The series was created by Carlos Portugal and Kathleen Bedoya,…

Streaming Service Lands Exclusive Rights to ‘South Park’

Comedy Central's raunchy animated series "South Park" has landed on a streaming service. The Los Angeles Times’ Show Tracker reports that Hulu has bought the exclusive streaming rights for all seasons of the long-running show. The multiyear agreement was announced…

Nickelodeon Cancels High-Rated Series After Just One Season

Nickelodeon has had to cancel a popular series after it aired just a single season. The show, a spinoff of two previous ratings winners, is "Sam & Cat." Our good friend Nellie Andreeva at Deadline has been on top of…