Oscar-winning director Ang Lee has left an FX drama project. The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed reports that Lee departed the pilot "Tyrant" due to exhaustion. "Tyrant" is "one of the most brilliant ideas for a series that I’ve seen and…
The Justice Department investigated a Fox News reporter’s newsgathering activities as a possible crime during a probe of a leak, reports The Washington Post. The reporter is James Rosen, Fox News’ chief Washington correspondent, and the revelation outraged journalists and…
An actress known for her work in two "Breaking Dawn" movies and for the TV series “Alias” has landed a lead role in "The Strain," the high-profile FX drama project from filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and showrunner Carlton Cuse, reports…
Adding to the current troubles for Lindsay Lohan, who is putting in time in court-ordered rehab, the actress was sued for $5 million, TMZ.com reports. The lawsuit — a countersuit by clothing manufacturer D.N.A.M. Apparel Industries — has to do…
One of the founders of a rock band that played a big role in shaping popular music in the 1960s has died. The Washington Post reports that Ray Manzarek, the keyboardist for the Doors, died today, Monday, May 20, 2013,…
For the first time ever, the Federal Communications Commission is being headed by a woman. Deadline.com reports that the agency on Saturday named Commissioner Mignon Clyburn as Acting Chair, taking over the position vacated by Julius Genachowski. The appointment is…
In a bold step forward for unscripted programming, it has found its way into … scripted programming. The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed reports that NBC has announced plans for “Siberia,” a scripted drama about contestants in a reality show. The…
A new “Star Wars” series is coming to television. Disney announced plans today for the new show, set to arrive in fall 2014 — before the scheduled 2015 date for the next “Star Wars” movie, Reuters reports. The new series,…
ABC dominated the broadcast ratings Sunday night, based on Nielsen overnights for the key 18-49 demo. Its formula for success was a simple one: “The 2013 Billboard Music Awards.” TVbytheNumbers.com reports that the three-hour awards program surged 33% from last…
A familiar TV host who has been called "the hardest-working man in television" will soon extend his talents to prime time. Elizabeth Jensen reports in The New York Times that Charlie Rose is getting a new PBS show. Rose, who…