Updated: Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race, after his anti-Donald Trump candidacy failed to take off in the Republican primary.
“It’s clear to me tonight that there isn’t a path for me to win the nomination, which is why I am suspending my company tonight,” Christie said at a town hall in Windham, Nh, a speech carried on the major news networks.
“I want to promise you this: I want to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump ever be president of the United States again, and that is more important than my personal ambition.”
He did not endorse a candidate, telling those in the room that “anyone who is unwilling to say that [Trump] is unfit to be president of the United States is unfit themselves to be president of the United States.” Just before he gave his remarks,...
“It’s clear to me tonight that there isn’t a path for me to win the nomination, which is why I am suspending my company tonight,” Christie said at a town hall in Windham, Nh, a speech carried on the major news networks.
“I want to promise you this: I want to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump ever be president of the United States again, and that is more important than my personal ambition.”
He did not endorse a candidate, telling those in the room that “anyone who is unwilling to say that [Trump] is unfit to be president of the United States is unfit themselves to be president of the United States.” Just before he gave his remarks,...
- 1/10/2024
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Spoiler Alert: This article includes details of Sunday’s series finale of Showtime’s docuseries The Circus.
Showtime’s The Circus launched eight years ago with a title that suggested politics infused with a bit of crazy spectacle, but it ended tonight with anxiety, angst and even a sense of dread for what’s ahead.
The docuseries wrapped up after an eventful week: Donald Trump testifying in his civil trial, off-year elections that saw some unexpected Democratic wins and a Republican debate that may ultimately prove to be irrelevant.
But what stood out in the episode were a series of interviews from figures across the political spectrum, which has refracted quite a bit since The Circus debuted. The finale reflected the precarious state of politics, driven largely by the rise and endurance of Donald Trump and the reaction against him and his movement.
Steve Bannon, appearing in a contentious interview...
Showtime’s The Circus launched eight years ago with a title that suggested politics infused with a bit of crazy spectacle, but it ended tonight with anxiety, angst and even a sense of dread for what’s ahead.
The docuseries wrapped up after an eventful week: Donald Trump testifying in his civil trial, off-year elections that saw some unexpected Democratic wins and a Republican debate that may ultimately prove to be irrelevant.
But what stood out in the episode were a series of interviews from figures across the political spectrum, which has refracted quite a bit since The Circus debuted. The finale reflected the precarious state of politics, driven largely by the rise and endurance of Donald Trump and the reaction against him and his movement.
Steve Bannon, appearing in a contentious interview...
- 11/13/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Circus” is set to end its eight-season run on Showtime.
The political docuseries, which is hosted by correspondents John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will come to a close after its current season wraps up. Its final episode will premiere Sunday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime, and will stream on Paramount+ for viewers with the Paramount+ Showtime plan.
First launched amid the 2016 presidential election, “The Circus” ran for 130 episodes as it broke down the ins and outs of each week’s chaotic political news, including Donald Trump’s turbulent presidency, the 2020 election and the subsequent Jan. 6 insurrection that followed, the Covid-19 pandemic and the international tensions occurring during Joe Biden’s presidency.
“When we started ‘The Circus’ in 2016, we thought it would be a one-and-done deal,” host and EP Heilemann told Politico, which first reported the news of the show’s end. “Eight seasons and 130 episodes later,...
The political docuseries, which is hosted by correspondents John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will come to a close after its current season wraps up. Its final episode will premiere Sunday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime, and will stream on Paramount+ for viewers with the Paramount+ Showtime plan.
First launched amid the 2016 presidential election, “The Circus” ran for 130 episodes as it broke down the ins and outs of each week’s chaotic political news, including Donald Trump’s turbulent presidency, the 2020 election and the subsequent Jan. 6 insurrection that followed, the Covid-19 pandemic and the international tensions occurring during Joe Biden’s presidency.
“When we started ‘The Circus’ in 2016, we thought it would be a one-and-done deal,” host and EP Heilemann told Politico, which first reported the news of the show’s end. “Eight seasons and 130 episodes later,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
The Circus, the Showtime docuseries that presented the chaotic world of politics in a weekly narrative, is ending its run after eight seasons and 130 episodes.
The show, with regular host correspondents are Mark McKinnon, John Heilemann and Jennifer Palmieri, will have its final episode on Sunday on Paramount+ with Showtime and Showtime linear.
Showtime decided not to renew the series amid changes at the premium network. One of the big champions of the show, David Nevins, departed last year.
The Circus is ending just on the cusp of the 2024 presidential cycle, in what might be a fight-to-the-finish rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the latter of whom is likely to spend the better part of the year in court facing criminal charges.
The show’s hosts haven’t foreclosed the possibility of continuing on another platform, but they gave credit to Showtime for embracing the idea for The Circus and staying with it.
The show, with regular host correspondents are Mark McKinnon, John Heilemann and Jennifer Palmieri, will have its final episode on Sunday on Paramount+ with Showtime and Showtime linear.
Showtime decided not to renew the series amid changes at the premium network. One of the big champions of the show, David Nevins, departed last year.
The Circus is ending just on the cusp of the 2024 presidential cycle, in what might be a fight-to-the-finish rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the latter of whom is likely to spend the better part of the year in court facing criminal charges.
The show’s hosts haven’t foreclosed the possibility of continuing on another platform, but they gave credit to Showtime for embracing the idea for The Circus and staying with it.
- 11/7/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
On Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 8:00 Pm, Showtime will air the Season 8 Episode 12 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This series provides an unvarnished and unadorned look at the world of presidential politics, offering a behind-the-scenes view of the stories that make the headlines.
In this episode, viewers will gain insight into the new era of presidential politics, with a focus on the key players and events unfolding in real time. The show maintains a neutral tone, devoid of subjective language, and provides a factual, straightforward examination of the political landscape.
For those interested in the intricacies of American politics, “The Circus” offers an informative and engaging exploration of the political arena. It delves into the intense, inspiring, and occasionally infuriating stories that shape the political landscape, allowing viewers to see the political world as it happens.
Release Date & Time: 8:00 Pm Sunday 12 November 2023 on Showtime
The...
In this episode, viewers will gain insight into the new era of presidential politics, with a focus on the key players and events unfolding in real time. The show maintains a neutral tone, devoid of subjective language, and provides a factual, straightforward examination of the political landscape.
For those interested in the intricacies of American politics, “The Circus” offers an informative and engaging exploration of the political arena. It delves into the intense, inspiring, and occasionally infuriating stories that shape the political landscape, allowing viewers to see the political world as it happens.
Release Date & Time: 8:00 Pm Sunday 12 November 2023 on Showtime
The...
- 11/5/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 7:35 Pm, Showcase is set to air Season 8, Episode 11 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This show offers a revealing look into the world of presidential politics, uncovering the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that lie behind the headlines.
“The Circus” provides viewers with a unique opportunity to witness key political characters and events in real time as they unfold. It’s a front-row seat to the drama and excitement of American politics, offering a glimpse into the inner workings of the political machine.
Tune in on Saturday evening to Showcase for “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” It’s a straightforward and informative series that helps demystify the world of presidential politics, making it accessible even to a 10-year-old.
Release Date & Time: 7:35 Pm Saturday 11 November 2023 on Showcase
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth...
“The Circus” provides viewers with a unique opportunity to witness key political characters and events in real time as they unfold. It’s a front-row seat to the drama and excitement of American politics, offering a glimpse into the inner workings of the political machine.
Tune in on Saturday evening to Showcase for “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” It’s a straightforward and informative series that helps demystify the world of presidential politics, making it accessible even to a 10-year-old.
Release Date & Time: 7:35 Pm Saturday 11 November 2023 on Showcase
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth...
- 11/4/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 8:00 Pm, Showtime will air Season 8, Episode 11 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This show offers a revealing look at presidential politics in a new era.
Viewers can expect to see the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories behind the political headlines. The program presents key characters and events in real-time as they unfold.
“The Circus” is a series that takes an inside look at the world of American politics, offering insights into the people and events shaping the political landscape. In this episode, “Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth – 811,” viewers will gain a better understanding of the current political scene.
If you’re interested in politics and want to stay informed about what’s happening in the world of presidential politics, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective. Tune in to Showtime on Sunday evening to watch Episode 11 and get a...
Viewers can expect to see the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories behind the political headlines. The program presents key characters and events in real-time as they unfold.
“The Circus” is a series that takes an inside look at the world of American politics, offering insights into the people and events shaping the political landscape. In this episode, “Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth – 811,” viewers will gain a better understanding of the current political scene.
If you’re interested in politics and want to stay informed about what’s happening in the world of presidential politics, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective. Tune in to Showtime on Sunday evening to watch Episode 11 and get a...
- 10/29/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth,” viewers can expect an insightful and unfiltered look at the new era of presidential politics. This episode is set to air on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 7:30 Pm on Showcase.
The show offers a unique perspective on the world of politics, taking viewers behind the scenes to reveal the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unseen behind the headlines. It’s a real-time exploration of key characters and events as they unfold, giving the audience an up-close and personal look at the ever-changing landscape of American politics.
For those interested in understanding the inner workings of the political machine and staying informed about the latest developments, “The Circus” provides a valuable and perspective. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the heart of presidential politics and gain a deeper understanding of the stories shaping the nation.
The show offers a unique perspective on the world of politics, taking viewers behind the scenes to reveal the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unseen behind the headlines. It’s a real-time exploration of key characters and events as they unfold, giving the audience an up-close and personal look at the ever-changing landscape of American politics.
For those interested in understanding the inner workings of the political machine and staying informed about the latest developments, “The Circus” provides a valuable and perspective. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the heart of presidential politics and gain a deeper understanding of the stories shaping the nation.
- 10/27/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 7:00 Pm on Showtime, “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” continues with Season 8, Episode 10. This political documentary series takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, offering a revealing look at the stories that shape the headlines.
The show presents key characters and events in real-time as they happen, providing an in-depth view of the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating world of presidential politics.
If you’re interested in how politics work and want to see the people and events that make the news, this series offers a unique perspective. Tune in at 7:00 Pm on Sunday to watch “The Circus” on Showtime. It’s all about the real stories behind the political scenes.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 29 October 2023 on Showtime
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth Cast – Season 8 Episode 10 Main Cast Mark Halperin
John Heilemann
Mark McKinnon...
The show presents key characters and events in real-time as they happen, providing an in-depth view of the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating world of presidential politics.
If you’re interested in how politics work and want to see the people and events that make the news, this series offers a unique perspective. Tune in at 7:00 Pm on Sunday to watch “The Circus” on Showtime. It’s all about the real stories behind the political scenes.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 29 October 2023 on Showtime
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth Cast – Season 8 Episode 10 Main Cast Mark Halperin
John Heilemann
Mark McKinnon...
- 10/22/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 22, 2023, at 7:00 Pm on Showtime, “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” Season 8, Episode 9, is set to air. This show offers a revealing look at the world of presidential politics in the modern era.
“The Circus” takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, showing the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories that are often hidden behind the headlines. The program presents key political figures and events as they happen in real time.
For those interested in politics and the inner workings of presidential campaigns, “The Circus” provides a view. It’s an opportunity to see the political process unfold, witness the strategies and decisions of key players, and gain a deeper understanding of the political landscape.
This episode promises to offer an engaging and educational perspective on the world of politics, suitable for viewers of all ages. If you’re curious about the complexities of presidential politics,...
“The Circus” takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, showing the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories that are often hidden behind the headlines. The program presents key political figures and events as they happen in real time.
For those interested in politics and the inner workings of presidential campaigns, “The Circus” provides a view. It’s an opportunity to see the political process unfold, witness the strategies and decisions of key players, and gain a deeper understanding of the political landscape.
This episode promises to offer an engaging and educational perspective on the world of politics, suitable for viewers of all ages. If you’re curious about the complexities of presidential politics,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 15, 2023, at 7:00 Pm, Showtime will air the Season 8 Episode 8 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This documentary-style series provides an insightful look into the world of presidential politics, offering viewers a glimpse behind the headlines and into the heart of the action.
The show captures the stories of key political figures and significant events as they unfold in real time. It sheds light on the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating moments that shape the political landscape during this new era of presidential politics.
For those interested in the inner workings of American politics and the individuals who drive the political discourse, “The Circus” provides an unfiltered view of the political arena. It’s an opportunity to stay informed about the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the political world.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm on October 15, 2023, to watch this...
The show captures the stories of key political figures and significant events as they unfold in real time. It sheds light on the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating moments that shape the political landscape during this new era of presidential politics.
For those interested in the inner workings of American politics and the individuals who drive the political discourse, “The Circus” provides an unfiltered view of the political arena. It’s an opportunity to stay informed about the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the political world.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm on October 15, 2023, to watch this...
- 10/8/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Thursday, on October 12, 2023, at 7:30 Pm on Showcase, viewers can catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This documentary-style series offers an inside look into the world of presidential politics, showcasing the real-time stories, key figures, and events that shape the headlines.
In this episode, audiences can expect a revealing glimpse into the new era of presidential politics. The show takes viewers behind the scenes, presenting the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unnoticed in the fast-paced world of politics.
With a focus on presenting facts in a neutral tone, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective on the political landscape, presenting key characters and events as they happen. It offers viewers an opportunity to stay informed and gain a deeper understanding of the political processes that shape our world.
Don’t miss this informative and insightful episode of “The Circus...
In this episode, audiences can expect a revealing glimpse into the new era of presidential politics. The show takes viewers behind the scenes, presenting the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unnoticed in the fast-paced world of politics.
With a focus on presenting facts in a neutral tone, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective on the political landscape, presenting key characters and events as they happen. It offers viewers an opportunity to stay informed and gain a deeper understanding of the political processes that shape our world.
Don’t miss this informative and insightful episode of “The Circus...
- 10/5/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 7:00 Pm, Showtime brings back “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” with its Season 8, Episode 7.
This show takes a deep dive into the world of presidential politics, offering an inside look at the latest developments and stories that shape our nation’s political landscape. “The Circus” presents key characters and events in real-time, allowing viewers to witness the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories behind the headlines.
For those curious about how presidential politics work and want to stay informed about the latest political happenings, “The Circus” is an engaging and informative series to follow. It offers a unique perspective on the ever-evolving world of American politics.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm to catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” and stay up-to-date with the political scene.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 8 October...
This show takes a deep dive into the world of presidential politics, offering an inside look at the latest developments and stories that shape our nation’s political landscape. “The Circus” presents key characters and events in real-time, allowing viewers to witness the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories behind the headlines.
For those curious about how presidential politics work and want to stay informed about the latest political happenings, “The Circus” is an engaging and informative series to follow. It offers a unique perspective on the ever-evolving world of American politics.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm to catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” and stay up-to-date with the political scene.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 8 October...
- 10/1/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Showtime’s News and Documentary Emmy-nominated series “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” will return for Season 8 on Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, TheWrap can exclusively announce. The docuseries will be back with six more episodes featuring hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri as they pull back the curtain on this extraordinarily fractured and volatile moment for American democracy.
Season 8 will hit the ground running in 2023 to examine a new era of divided government as President Joe Biden braces for withering GOP-led House investigations, per the network’s logline. Meanwhile bitter divisions among Republicans signal a tumultuous year ahead for the party and the nation. And while Biden mulls a bid for reelection amid questions about his mishandling of classified documents, former President Donald Trump is facing multiple investigations of his own, as well as staring down a list of
potential Republican challengers, in...
Season 8 will hit the ground running in 2023 to examine a new era of divided government as President Joe Biden braces for withering GOP-led House investigations, per the network’s logline. Meanwhile bitter divisions among Republicans signal a tumultuous year ahead for the party and the nation. And while Biden mulls a bid for reelection amid questions about his mishandling of classified documents, former President Donald Trump is facing multiple investigations of his own, as well as staring down a list of
potential Republican challengers, in...
- 2/1/2023
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
John Heilemann is writing a book about the 2020 election and Joe Biden’s rise to the Presidency, and Showtime, home to his series The Circus, has optioned the screen rights.
Heilemann has previously co-written books Game Change and Double Down, accounts of the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections, respectively. HBO adapted Game Change, which starred Julianne Moore as Sarah Palin, into a television movie.
He was set to write a 2016 edition of the franchise but the book, and the subsequent HBO Films adaptation, was cancelled after his co-author Mark Halperin was accused of sexual harassment.
Heilemann’s upcoming book will be published by Simon & Schuster, the publishing company that ViacomCBS is selling to Penguin Random House.
It will be a first-hand account of Biden’s triumph, both against a sprawling field of Democratic rivals and then Donald Trump.
Heilemann has known and covered Biden and his family for more than three decades,...
Heilemann has previously co-written books Game Change and Double Down, accounts of the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections, respectively. HBO adapted Game Change, which starred Julianne Moore as Sarah Palin, into a television movie.
He was set to write a 2016 edition of the franchise but the book, and the subsequent HBO Films adaptation, was cancelled after his co-author Mark Halperin was accused of sexual harassment.
Heilemann’s upcoming book will be published by Simon & Schuster, the publishing company that ViacomCBS is selling to Penguin Random House.
It will be a first-hand account of Biden’s triumph, both against a sprawling field of Democratic rivals and then Donald Trump.
Heilemann has known and covered Biden and his family for more than three decades,...
- 12/1/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Four years ago, Stephen Colbert stood onstage, looked out at his hopeful audience and told them that they didn’t know yet who had won the 2016 presidential election. “But for the life of me,” he continued, “I cannot understand how Trump’s candidacy even got this far.”
Cut to: Jeff Goldblum, standing to the side with a pensive look on his infamously elastic face. “Well, I’ll tell you, Stephen,” he said, before launching into a monologue about the GOP and chaos theory that ended in a “Jurassic Park” line (you probably know the one). By the time a shellshocked Colbert and Goldblum talked later on in the show, Trump had won Florida and was well on his way to becoming President of the United States. Colbert’s earlier setup, it turned out, wasn’t for a joke at all: he didn’t understand how Trump’s candidacy had gotten that far,...
Cut to: Jeff Goldblum, standing to the side with a pensive look on his infamously elastic face. “Well, I’ll tell you, Stephen,” he said, before launching into a monologue about the GOP and chaos theory that ended in a “Jurassic Park” line (you probably know the one). By the time a shellshocked Colbert and Goldblum talked later on in the show, Trump had won Florida and was well on his way to becoming President of the United States. Colbert’s earlier setup, it turned out, wasn’t for a joke at all: he didn’t understand how Trump’s candidacy had gotten that far,...
- 11/2/2020
- by Caroline Framke
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime has acquired the rights to the weekly “Vice” docuseries and ordered a new 13-episode season, the network announced Tuesday. It will premiere in the spring of 2020.
“As so much of television news has moved in a direction of partisan coverage and talking heads, the team behind Vice continues to delve deep into the global issues, conflicts and newsmakers affecting our everyday lives,” said Vinnie Malhotra, Executive Vice President of Showtime’s nonfiction programming. “They also do it with an incredibly diverse cadre of journalists – both in front of and behind the camera. Their dogged pursuit of award-winning journalism, is matched by stellar filmmaking and craft in this weekly documentary series. We’re honored and excited to partner with them moving forward.”
Also Read: 'Vice News Tonight' Finds a New Home at Viceland
HBO did not renew the weekly “Vice” after its sixth season in 2018, then cancelled the daily “Vice News Tonight” earlier this year.
“As so much of television news has moved in a direction of partisan coverage and talking heads, the team behind Vice continues to delve deep into the global issues, conflicts and newsmakers affecting our everyday lives,” said Vinnie Malhotra, Executive Vice President of Showtime’s nonfiction programming. “They also do it with an incredibly diverse cadre of journalists – both in front of and behind the camera. Their dogged pursuit of award-winning journalism, is matched by stellar filmmaking and craft in this weekly documentary series. We’re honored and excited to partner with them moving forward.”
Also Read: 'Vice News Tonight' Finds a New Home at Viceland
HBO did not renew the weekly “Vice” after its sixth season in 2018, then cancelled the daily “Vice News Tonight” earlier this year.
- 9/24/2019
- by Lindsey Ellefson
- The Wrap
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will air live to cover midterm elections on Tuesday, November 6. Stephen Colbert’s most recent live broadcast of his CBS late-night show was on Tuesday, January 30, 2018, following President Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address.
That night, Colbert delivered his adulterated version of the speech, with Trump saying, “The state of the union is a mess,” and “The time has come to drain the swamp of my cabinet members.”
“We are alive and barely conscious,” Colbert said at the outset of that live CBS telecast. “Here’s the thing. Going into the evening, the bar for success was pretty low.”
“The night began with a huge surprise,” he said as he covered Trump’s address. “Trump was able to lift a glass of water with both hands.”
Colbert also went live the night Trump was elected Potus, though he and his Late Show...
That night, Colbert delivered his adulterated version of the speech, with Trump saying, “The state of the union is a mess,” and “The time has come to drain the swamp of my cabinet members.”
“We are alive and barely conscious,” Colbert said at the outset of that live CBS telecast. “Here’s the thing. Going into the evening, the bar for success was pretty low.”
“The night began with a huge surprise,” he said as he covered Trump’s address. “Trump was able to lift a glass of water with both hands.”
Colbert also went live the night Trump was elected Potus, though he and his Late Show...
- 10/1/2018
- by Lisa de Moraes
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO has renewed “The Deuce” for a third and final season.
Season two of the drama from David Simon and George Pelacanos of “The Wire” premiered Sept. 9 on the premium cable channel. Starring James Franco and Maggie Gyllenhaal, the series tells the story of the rise of the porn industry in New York in the 1970s.
Executive producers for “The Deuce” are Pelacanos, David Simon, Nina Kostroff Noble, James Franco. Richard Price is co-executive producer; Marc Henry Johnson and Gyllenhaal serve as producers.
Franco’s continued involvement in the series has been a subject of scrutiny since allegations against him of sexual misconduct were published in the Los Angeles Times in January. Speaking at the Television Critics Association press tour in July, HBO programming president Casey Bloys was asked about the Franco allegations. “We did,” Bloys said when asked if HBO looked into the accusations. “You know any time something...
Season two of the drama from David Simon and George Pelacanos of “The Wire” premiered Sept. 9 on the premium cable channel. Starring James Franco and Maggie Gyllenhaal, the series tells the story of the rise of the porn industry in New York in the 1970s.
Executive producers for “The Deuce” are Pelacanos, David Simon, Nina Kostroff Noble, James Franco. Richard Price is co-executive producer; Marc Henry Johnson and Gyllenhaal serve as producers.
Franco’s continued involvement in the series has been a subject of scrutiny since allegations against him of sexual misconduct were published in the Los Angeles Times in January. Speaking at the Television Critics Association press tour in July, HBO programming president Casey Bloys was asked about the Franco allegations. “We did,” Bloys said when asked if HBO looked into the accusations. “You know any time something...
- 9/20/2018
- by Daniel Holloway
- Variety Film + TV
The title of Michael Moore’s “Fahrenheit 11/9” clearly suggests that it’s going to be a sequel, of sorts, to “Fahrenheit 9/11.” And since the earlier film was Moore’s freewheeling satirical grab-bag essay about the presidency of George W. Bush, it seemed likely that Moore would take something of the same tack with the presidency of Donald Trump. I went in expecting a fair amount of finger-in-the-eye newsreel satire, with Moore offering a clever rehash of Trump’s greatest hits of infamy.
For 20 minutes or so, that’s exactly what it is. Moore replays all the pre-election liberal smugness about how America couldn’t possibly elect Donald Trump. Then comes election night, and Moore replays, once again, how hope collapsed like air draining out of a balloon. He makes the point that Donald Trump has always committed corruptions and outrages in plain sight. It’s not that we don’t...
For 20 minutes or so, that’s exactly what it is. Moore replays all the pre-election liberal smugness about how America couldn’t possibly elect Donald Trump. Then comes election night, and Moore replays, once again, how hope collapsed like air draining out of a balloon. He makes the point that Donald Trump has always committed corruptions and outrages in plain sight. It’s not that we don’t...
- 9/7/2018
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime is coming to a crossroads as its signature series for most of the past decade, “Homeland,” heads into its ninth and final season next year.
This transition comes at a fraught time for established premium TV players. The competition has exploded and the benchmark for content expenditure is now set not by longtime rival HBO but by a digital upstart with seemingly limitless coffers and a $300-plus share price (aka Netflix).
Showtime Networks CEO David Nevins is steering CBS Corp.’s pay cable unit through a significant expansion as it delivers more original scripted and unscripted series, documentaries, specials, and sports-related programming than at any time in its 42-year history. Growth spurred by the availability of the channel as a standalone streaming app since 2015 has helped bolster the company at a time when it has to offer more programming to remain a must-keep for pay TV viewers.
In the...
This transition comes at a fraught time for established premium TV players. The competition has exploded and the benchmark for content expenditure is now set not by longtime rival HBO but by a digital upstart with seemingly limitless coffers and a $300-plus share price (aka Netflix).
Showtime Networks CEO David Nevins is steering CBS Corp.’s pay cable unit through a significant expansion as it delivers more original scripted and unscripted series, documentaries, specials, and sports-related programming than at any time in its 42-year history. Growth spurred by the availability of the channel as a standalone streaming app since 2015 has helped bolster the company at a time when it has to offer more programming to remain a must-keep for pay TV viewers.
In the...
- 8/16/2018
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime’s The Circus has set a return date of Sunday, September 16, with nine new episodes paving the way for the midterm elections.
The political documentary series, hosted by John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Alex Wagner, resumes its third season, which started this past spring. According to Showtime, the spring premiere was the series’ most-watched ever and grew 10 percent in its second week, delivering a series high of 1.3 million viewers.
The fall season will chronicle the midterm elections campaigns, and, Showtime says, cover the impact of the Trump administration’s policies “as well as the legal and political controversies swirling around the White House.”
As usual, The Circus traces various individual stories and characters from the campaigns in weekly half-hour shows. The spring installments featured Heilemann, McKinnon and Wagner reporting from various locales including Moscow, St. Petersburg, London and Washington. The series covered the Robert Mueller investigation, the Stormy Daniels...
The political documentary series, hosted by John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Alex Wagner, resumes its third season, which started this past spring. According to Showtime, the spring premiere was the series’ most-watched ever and grew 10 percent in its second week, delivering a series high of 1.3 million viewers.
The fall season will chronicle the midterm elections campaigns, and, Showtime says, cover the impact of the Trump administration’s policies “as well as the legal and political controversies swirling around the White House.”
As usual, The Circus traces various individual stories and characters from the campaigns in weekly half-hour shows. The spring installments featured Heilemann, McKinnon and Wagner reporting from various locales including Moscow, St. Petersburg, London and Washington. The series covered the Robert Mueller investigation, the Stormy Daniels...
- 8/3/2018
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
One of the most infuriating aspects of the many, many stories of ingrained Hollywood abuse that have come to light is how the alleged perpetrators have apparently gotten away with their wrongdoing for decades. From their positions of power, they’ve blocked deserving voices from flourishing to keep rebranding assault as “flirting,” and writing off victims as the “price of doing business.” Each and every tale is yet another piece of the puzzle of all the deeply ingrained patterns of abuse that some of the most dominant members of the entertainment industry have established and protected over decades.
The New Yorker’s report on allegations against CBS CEO Les Moonves is arguably the most significant yet, and not just because Moonves is one of the most influential people in Hollywood, period. In addition to laying out six separate accounts of Moonves’ alleged misconduct, the report details the stark reality that...
The New Yorker’s report on allegations against CBS CEO Les Moonves is arguably the most significant yet, and not just because Moonves is one of the most influential people in Hollywood, period. In addition to laying out six separate accounts of Moonves’ alleged misconduct, the report details the stark reality that...
- 7/31/2018
- by Caroline Framke
- Variety Film + TV
“We all felt comfortable with a second season” of The Deuce, HBO programming chief Casey Bloys insisted as he kicked off Summer TCA 2018.
Early this month, HBO announced Season 2 of the porn industry drama series would premiere September 9.
James Franco stars as twin characters Vincent Martino and Frankie Martino in the series, created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, chronicles the birth of the modern porn business in New York City in the early ’70s.
Questions surrounding the show arose earlier this year when five women came forward to the Los Angeles Times with allegations of sexually inappropriate and expoitative behavior against Franco, who also executive produces the series. Franco vehemently denied the claims. HBO and Simon quickly came to Franco’s defense, saying there had been no complaints about Franco on the production, and called Franco’s behavior on the show “entirely professional.”
Bloys briefly discussed the network’s...
Early this month, HBO announced Season 2 of the porn industry drama series would premiere September 9.
James Franco stars as twin characters Vincent Martino and Frankie Martino in the series, created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, chronicles the birth of the modern porn business in New York City in the early ’70s.
Questions surrounding the show arose earlier this year when five women came forward to the Los Angeles Times with allegations of sexually inappropriate and expoitative behavior against Franco, who also executive produces the series. Franco vehemently denied the claims. HBO and Simon quickly came to Franco’s defense, saying there had been no complaints about Franco on the production, and called Franco’s behavior on the show “entirely professional.”
Bloys briefly discussed the network’s...
- 7/25/2018
- by Lisa de Moraes
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO “felt comfortable” proceeding with a second season of “The Deuce” after reviewing the accusations of sexual misconduct against James Franco and consulting with the show’s cast and crew, programming boss Casey Bloys said Wednesday.
“When the Franco issue came up, we talked internally,” Bloys told reporters at the Television Critics Association press tour. “We read the La Times article. We talked to the executive producers, to Maggie [Gyllenhaal], the actors and actresses on the set. We all felt comfortable moving forward with the second season.”
Bloys pointed to the network’s decision to cut ties with Russell Simmons and Mark Halperin — who faced accusations of rape and sexual harassment, respectively — as evidence of the network’s willingness to take action against troublesome behavior, but said the network did not see fit to end its relationship with Franco after reviewing the accusations against him.
Franco was accused of inappropriate conduct by five women, including multiple former students of his Studio 4 acting school, in a Los Angeles Times report in January. The women said Franco took advantage of their willingness to learn from an experienced actor to manipulate them into sexually exploitative situations.
In an interview after the report was published, Franco said some of the accusations being made against him were “not accurate,” adding that he supports victims of abuse speaking out and hoped not to “shut them down in any way.”
The network, which had already renewed “The Deuce” prior to the accusations becoming public, said later that it would not affect Franco’s involvement on the second season.
Also Read: James Franco Will Return for 'The Deuce' Season 2 After Sexual Misconduct Accusations
Bloys declined to comment the network’s decision to enlist Joss Whedon, who was accused of manipulative behavior by an ex-wife, for an upcoming sci-fi series, saying that he would not speak to the writer-producer’s personal life.
Read original story HBO ‘Felt Comfortable’ Proceeding With ‘The Deuce’ After Reviewing James Franco Accusations At TheWrap...
“When the Franco issue came up, we talked internally,” Bloys told reporters at the Television Critics Association press tour. “We read the La Times article. We talked to the executive producers, to Maggie [Gyllenhaal], the actors and actresses on the set. We all felt comfortable moving forward with the second season.”
Bloys pointed to the network’s decision to cut ties with Russell Simmons and Mark Halperin — who faced accusations of rape and sexual harassment, respectively — as evidence of the network’s willingness to take action against troublesome behavior, but said the network did not see fit to end its relationship with Franco after reviewing the accusations against him.
Franco was accused of inappropriate conduct by five women, including multiple former students of his Studio 4 acting school, in a Los Angeles Times report in January. The women said Franco took advantage of their willingness to learn from an experienced actor to manipulate them into sexually exploitative situations.
In an interview after the report was published, Franco said some of the accusations being made against him were “not accurate,” adding that he supports victims of abuse speaking out and hoped not to “shut them down in any way.”
The network, which had already renewed “The Deuce” prior to the accusations becoming public, said later that it would not affect Franco’s involvement on the second season.
Also Read: James Franco Will Return for 'The Deuce' Season 2 After Sexual Misconduct Accusations
Bloys declined to comment the network’s decision to enlist Joss Whedon, who was accused of manipulative behavior by an ex-wife, for an upcoming sci-fi series, saying that he would not speak to the writer-producer’s personal life.
Read original story HBO ‘Felt Comfortable’ Proceeding With ‘The Deuce’ After Reviewing James Franco Accusations At TheWrap...
- 7/25/2018
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
“CBS This Morning” co-anchor Gayle King spoke out on Thursday’s edition of the show about the latest allegations aimed at Charlie Rose and CBS News management, marking another entry into the growing list of awkward on-air moments stemming from sexual harassment charges leveled at prominent news personalities.
“CBS This Morning” covered the report in Thursday’s Washington Post that some 27 additional women have come forward with allegations about sexually charged and inappropriate conduct by Rose. The Post report detailed claims that CBS News management had been made aware of at least three complaints about Rose over a 30-year period. The report cited an executive close to home for “CBS This Morning,” executive producer Ryan Kadro.
King looked distressed as she addressed the Post report while sitting at the anchor table with substitute “CBS This Morning” anchors Bianna Golodryga and Anthony Mason. She noted that it wasn’t the first...
“CBS This Morning” covered the report in Thursday’s Washington Post that some 27 additional women have come forward with allegations about sexually charged and inappropriate conduct by Rose. The Post report detailed claims that CBS News management had been made aware of at least three complaints about Rose over a 30-year period. The report cited an executive close to home for “CBS This Morning,” executive producer Ryan Kadro.
King looked distressed as she addressed the Post report while sitting at the anchor table with substitute “CBS This Morning” anchors Bianna Golodryga and Anthony Mason. She noted that it wasn’t the first...
- 5/3/2018
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime’s weekly half-hour political docuseries The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth returns for its third season tonight. Co-hosts John Heilemann and Mark McKinnon will be joined by new host Alex Wagner, who has replaced Mark Halperin.
The show hit a decidedly uncertain period in October when Halperin exited amid multiple accusations of sexual harassment during his time as political director at ABC News last decade. After deliberating over it, network execs confirmed in early January that Season 3 was a go. In an interview with Deadline, Heilemann addressed the fall limbo, but he and Wagner made the case that Year 2 of Donald Trump has made the show more essential than ever in a crowded political media landscape.
While Heilemann said “there wasn’t that much doubt” about the show continuing, he allowed, “The world is an unpredictable place.” Rather than the hosts, though, he said the concept...
The show hit a decidedly uncertain period in October when Halperin exited amid multiple accusations of sexual harassment during his time as political director at ABC News last decade. After deliberating over it, network execs confirmed in early January that Season 3 was a go. In an interview with Deadline, Heilemann addressed the fall limbo, but he and Wagner made the case that Year 2 of Donald Trump has made the show more essential than ever in a crowded political media landscape.
While Heilemann said “there wasn’t that much doubt” about the show continuing, he allowed, “The world is an unpredictable place.” Rather than the hosts, though, he said the concept...
- 4/15/2018
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
The TV adaptation of Michael Wolff’s bestselling “Fire and Fury” has found its director. Jay Roach, who has tackled politics in previous projects like “Game Change,” “Trumbo,” and “Recount,” has signed on to adapt the series from Endeavor Content. The director had recently signed on to another installment of the “Game Change” franchise at HBO, this time a miniseries based on an upcoming book about the 2016 presidential election from from Mark Halperin and John Heilemann. However, that project was dropped last October following sexual misconduct allegations against Halperin. Also Read: Michael Wolff's 'Fire and Fury' Book About Trump White House to Be...
- 3/28/2018
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
HBO’s “The Deuce” is gearing up for production on Season 2 with James Franco remaining as star and executive producer following sexual harassment allegations made against him earlier this year. Variety reports production on new episodes will begin soon and that Franco’s storyline as brothers Frankie and Vincent Martino is “integral to the plot” in Season 2. The writers have reportedly not made alternate plans for the show should Franco be dropped from the series.
The Los Angeles Times published a report on January 11 in which five women went on record accusing Franco of sexually inappropriate and exploitative behavior. Four of the accusers are Franco’s former acting students. The majority of the accusations allege Franco pressured women into appearing nude on film sets. One women accused Franco of pressuring her into performing oral sex on him while sitting in her car in 2016.
Franco has not commented on the allegations...
The Los Angeles Times published a report on January 11 in which five women went on record accusing Franco of sexually inappropriate and exploitative behavior. Four of the accusers are Franco’s former acting students. The majority of the accusations allege Franco pressured women into appearing nude on film sets. One women accused Franco of pressuring her into performing oral sex on him while sitting in her car in 2016.
Franco has not commented on the allegations...
- 2/13/2018
- by Zack Sharf
- Indiewire
Showtime President and CEO David Nevins explained the network’s decision to continue “The Circus” without Mark Halperin on Saturday. The network announced that the political docuseries would return in April for a third season without Halperin, following the allegations of sexual harassment and assault made against the host back in October. “I’ve known Mark for many, many years. He’s an old friend, so it was very difficult to be kind of blindsided like that,” Nevins said at the Television Critics Association press tour on Saturday. “Once it became clear, we decided very quickly that it was best that the show continue without.
- 1/6/2018
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
“I became aware with a phone call from Mark, a day or so before the story broke,” Showtime CEO David Nevins told TV critics at TCA when asked how he became aware of sexual harassment/assault allegations against Showtime’s The Circus Ep/co-star Mark Halperin. “I have known Mark for many years; he is an old friend. That was very difficult to be blindsided by that,” Nevins said during the Showtime exec Q&A on Saturday. “And, once it became clear, we decided quickly the show…...
- 1/6/2018
- Deadline TV
A new edition of “Twin Peaks” isn’t yet in the cards at Showtime, but the network’s top executives say they remain willing to entertain future seasons.
“I dont know how soon he wants to do it,” Showtime programming head Gary Levine said Saturday at the Television Critics Association press tour. “[But] the door at showtime is always open to Mark [Frost] and David [Lynch] to ‘Twin Peaks’ or anything else they want to talk about.”
Levine and Showtime CEO David Nevins are frequently asked the question of what might be next for the franchise, but as Levine (who, as an ABC executive, worked on the show in the early 1990s), noted: “Let’s remember it took 25 years for Mark and David to go from 1.0 to 2.0. Add to that what David did in last few years was nothing short of Herculean. To direct 18 hours of television, that belongs in the Guinness Book of World Records.
“I dont know how soon he wants to do it,” Showtime programming head Gary Levine said Saturday at the Television Critics Association press tour. “[But] the door at showtime is always open to Mark [Frost] and David [Lynch] to ‘Twin Peaks’ or anything else they want to talk about.”
Levine and Showtime CEO David Nevins are frequently asked the question of what might be next for the franchise, but as Levine (who, as an ABC executive, worked on the show in the early 1990s), noted: “Let’s remember it took 25 years for Mark and David to go from 1.0 to 2.0. Add to that what David did in last few years was nothing short of Herculean. To direct 18 hours of television, that belongs in the Guinness Book of World Records.
- 1/6/2018
- by Michael Schneider
- Indiewire
Step right up, the circus is coming back to town. Showtime has renewed The Circus TV show for a third season, again. Back in October, after news broke of sexual misconduct allegations levied against co-host Mark Halperin, the political docu-series was in danger of cancellation. Now, Showtime has replaced Halperin with Alex Wagner, who co-anchors CBS This Morning Saturday, and previously headlined the cancelled MSNBC daytime panel show, Now With Alex Wagner. Since the show must go on, Showtime eventually cut ties with Halperin, and reportedly decided to let the "dust settle," before addressing the future of The Circus. Wagner will join original co-hosts John Heileman, who was Halperin's writing partner on projects including the Game Change franchise, and political consultant Mark McKinnon. Read More…...
- 1/3/2018
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The Circus has survived. Showtime made it official Wednesday morning, announcing it had ordered a third season of the docu series, which will be divvied up, so a run of new episodes will air in the spring and another in the fall. More to the point, John Heilemann is back as host, ditto Mark McKinnon. But Mark Halperin is out, Showtime being among the networks to cut ties to the political pundit after allegations of sexual harassment also cost him his gig at MSNBC. And Ale…...
- 1/3/2018
- Deadline TV
The Circus is coming back to town, now that Showtime has renewed its political documentary series for a third season, it was announced on Wednesday.
RELATEDCable/Streaming Scorecard: What’s Renewed? What’s Cancelled?
The new season, premiering Sunday, April 15 at 8/7c, has Alex Wagner (of CBS News and The Atlantic) joining NBC/MSNBC’s John Heilemann and Mark McKinnon as a permanent host. As previously reported, NBC News’ Mark Halperin is out as host, having been fired by Showtime in the wake of sexual harassment allegations.
Chronicling the year ahead, The Circus will continue to explore the stories behind...
RELATEDCable/Streaming Scorecard: What’s Renewed? What’s Cancelled?
The new season, premiering Sunday, April 15 at 8/7c, has Alex Wagner (of CBS News and The Atlantic) joining NBC/MSNBC’s John Heilemann and Mark McKinnon as a permanent host. As previously reported, NBC News’ Mark Halperin is out as host, having been fired by Showtime in the wake of sexual harassment allegations.
Chronicling the year ahead, The Circus will continue to explore the stories behind...
- 1/3/2018
- TVLine.com
Showtime has decided to move forward with a new season of The Circus. The political series faced an uncertain future after its co-host Mark Halperin was dropped amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. The show will move forward with “CBS This Morning Saturday” co-anchor Alex Wagner joining longtime hosts John Heilemann and Mark McKinnon. The news was first reported by the New York Times Tuesday evening. “No one co-host was irreplaceable,” McKinnon told the Times. “Everybody said, ‘We want the show to go on.’ We’re going to let the dust settle, and the dust settled.” Also Read: Showtime Cuts...
- 1/3/2018
- by Jon Levine
- The Wrap
In case you were wondering, ‘Morning Joe’ co-host Mika Brzezinski still loves her job on the MSNBC morning show. “I love working at my job on ‘Morning Joe,'” she tweeted. “But this moment we find ourselves in is deeply challenging and makes me more determined than ever to speak truth to power. I am very blessed.” The message got a prompt retweet from her co-host and soon-to-be-husband Joe Scarborough. Also Read: 'Morning Joe' Co-Host Mika Brzezinski Apologizes to Mark Halperin Accusers I love working at my job on Morning Joe. But this moment we find ourselves in...
- 12/27/2017
- by Jon Levine
- The Wrap
Morning Joe co-host Mika Brzezinski has apologized following statements she made on Friday morning’s show that were critical of some of the women who had accused ousted MSNBC journalist Mark Halperin of sexual harassment. In a discussion on sexual harassment on Friday’s show, Brzezinski said that Halperin, a friend of hers, “is more than willing to meet with his accusers and apologize [to] them face-to-face.” “I’ve actually tried to offer him to them,” Brzezinski said…...
- 12/23/2017
- Deadline TV
“Morning Joe” cohost Mika Brzezinski apologized for comments she made during Friday’s show about the women who accused MSNBC analyst Mark Halperin of sexual harassment. During Friday’s early-morning show, Brzezinski called out Halperin’s accusers, who have chosen not to meet with him, saying he is willing to meet with his accusers and apologize with them face-to-face and, in fact, she’s “tried to offer him to them. They don’t want to talk to him.” Backlash about Brzezinski’s comments came quickly in the form of a statement to MSNBC from 10 women who accused Halperin of misconduct.
- 12/23/2017
- by Rosemary Rossi
- The Wrap
A group of reporters who have endured sexual harassment and assault are banding together to improve the workplace culture in newsrooms by launching an organization called “Press Forward.” “As multiple accusations about Mark Halperin, Charlie Rose, Matt Lauer and other powerful journalists have surfaced, the founders of Press Forward have come together to find solutions to prevent harassment and assault, protect journalists and create respectful newsroom environments,” the organization said in a press release Thursday. The organization, a component fund within the Greater Washington Community Foundation, will formally launch in 2018, and will analyze, study and report on best practices and drive the.
- 12/14/2017
- by Ashley Boucher
- The Wrap
Morning Joe is down yet another contributor: former U.S. congressman Harold Ford Jr. has been suspended by MSNBC as he fights back against claims of sexual assault.
RelatedMatt Lauer Breaks Silence In Wake of NBC Firing: ‘I Am Embarrassed and Ashamed,’ Calls Some Claims ‘Untrue’
Mika Brzezinski confirmed the news on Friday’s edition of the Joe Scarborough-fronted morning show, just one day after The Huffington Post reported that Ford was terminated by Morgan Stanley following a human resources investigation into allegations of misconduct. The accuser, a reporter who came forward anonymously and was not employed by Morgan Stanley,...
RelatedMatt Lauer Breaks Silence In Wake of NBC Firing: ‘I Am Embarrassed and Ashamed,’ Calls Some Claims ‘Untrue’
Mika Brzezinski confirmed the news on Friday’s edition of the Joe Scarborough-fronted morning show, just one day after The Huffington Post reported that Ford was terminated by Morgan Stanley following a human resources investigation into allegations of misconduct. The accuser, a reporter who came forward anonymously and was not employed by Morgan Stanley,...
- 12/8/2017
- TVLine.com
Samantha Bee examined how misogyny in the media worked against Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election after numerous powerful journalists face sexual harassment and misconduct allegations.
On Full Frontal, Bee played a damning edit montage from the disgraced bunch – including Charlie Rose, Matt Lauer and Mark Halperin – where they disparaged, interrupted or condescended to Clinton, other women and (in Lauer's case) a muppet. For instance, Lauer repeatedly cut-off Clinton during a presidential forum. Halperin once called Clinton "kind of aggressive and not that funny," but interviewed Trump about his favorite foods,...
On Full Frontal, Bee played a damning edit montage from the disgraced bunch – including Charlie Rose, Matt Lauer and Mark Halperin – where they disparaged, interrupted or condescended to Clinton, other women and (in Lauer's case) a muppet. For instance, Lauer repeatedly cut-off Clinton during a presidential forum. Halperin once called Clinton "kind of aggressive and not that funny," but interviewed Trump about his favorite foods,...
- 12/7/2017
- Rollingstone.com
Hollywood’s sexual harassment scandals have had an immediate effect on the industry — and on TV viewers as well. As networks and studios are confronted with allegations of misconduct and assault by their stars, producers, and even executives, heightened publicity has also prevented them from sweeping such news under the rug.
Instead, from morning to primetime, broadcast, cable and streaming services have been faced with making big moves on some of their biggest properties. In the $1 billion morning show competition, both NBC’s “Today” and CBS’ “This Morning” fired key anchors. Netflix’s and Amazon’s signature, award-winning dramas are expected to return without their lead stars. Paramount Network planned to launch by leveraging the Weinstein brand — but that strategy is dead. And FX must now rebuild its comedy brand without the producer who inspired much of it.
Here’s a continually updated roundup of TV productions that have been...
Instead, from morning to primetime, broadcast, cable and streaming services have been faced with making big moves on some of their biggest properties. In the $1 billion morning show competition, both NBC’s “Today” and CBS’ “This Morning” fired key anchors. Netflix’s and Amazon’s signature, award-winning dramas are expected to return without their lead stars. Paramount Network planned to launch by leveraging the Weinstein brand — but that strategy is dead. And FX must now rebuild its comedy brand without the producer who inspired much of it.
Here’s a continually updated roundup of TV productions that have been...
- 12/7/2017
- by Michael Schneider
- Indiewire
“Morning Joe” co-host Mika Brzezinski came under fire from online critics Tuesday after again sounding the alarm on sexual harassment in the workplace following the suspension of CBS and PBS mainstay Charlie Rose — despite her show’s own suspension of regulars Glenn Thrush and Mark Halperin for similar reasons. “Mika worked right next to Glenn Thrush and Mark Halperin but asks of other orgs ‘where are the people to stop them,'” tweeted one critic, referring to the now-suspended New York Times political reporter and dismissed NBC News analyst. For both Thrush and Halperin, the set of “Morning Joe” was arguably their.
- 11/21/2017
- by Jon Levine
- The Wrap
It’s easy to dismiss sensational headlines but harder to ignore the faces of the people involved in those stories, a point the new trailer for Showtime’s The Chi makes by immersing viewers in the vivid experiences of those living on the South Side of Chicago.
RelatedKevin Bacon, Aldis Hodge to Star in Showtime Drama Pilot City on a Hill
The drama from Lena Waithe (Master of None), Common (Selma, Hell on Wheels) and Elwood Reid (The Bridge) is a coming-of-age tale that follows a group of South Side residents “who become linked by coincidence but bonded by...
RelatedKevin Bacon, Aldis Hodge to Star in Showtime Drama Pilot City on a Hill
The drama from Lena Waithe (Master of None), Common (Selma, Hell on Wheels) and Elwood Reid (The Bridge) is a coming-of-age tale that follows a group of South Side residents “who become linked by coincidence but bonded by...
- 11/16/2017
- TVLine.com
Trenton Garmon, the attorney of embattled Gop Senate candidate Roy Moore appeared on MSNBC Wednesday to defend his candidate against charges that he molested a number of young women in the 1970s — one of whom was 14 years old at the time. In the process, Garmon made mention of interviewer Ali Velshi’s “diverse background” as a defense of the conduct for which his client is accused. Also Read: MSNBC Suspends Analyst Mark Halperin After Multiple Sexual Harassment Claims “Culturally speaking, obviously there’s differences looked at,” he said. “Ali’s background there, wow that’s awesome, that you have got such a diverse background,...
- 11/15/2017
- by Jon Levine
- The Wrap
Members of Hollywood are using social media to voice their outrage about the sexual misconduct allegations brought against Louis C.K.
In a New York Times article published Thursday, five women accused the actor and comedian of sexual misconduct, including masturbating in front of them. C.K.’s publicist told the Times his client would not comment on the accusations.
“F—— disgusting predatory creeps. I hope they’re all terrified,” Busy Philipps tweeted.
Fucking disgusting predatory creeps. I️ hope they’re all terrified.
— Busy Philipps (@BusyPhilipps) November 9, 2017
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“Gentlemen, comedy is often inappropriate,” wrote Jason Alexander.
In a New York Times article published Thursday, five women accused the actor and comedian of sexual misconduct, including masturbating in front of them. C.K.’s publicist told the Times his client would not comment on the accusations.
“F—— disgusting predatory creeps. I hope they’re all terrified,” Busy Philipps tweeted.
Fucking disgusting predatory creeps. I️ hope they’re all terrified.
— Busy Philipps (@BusyPhilipps) November 9, 2017
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“Gentlemen, comedy is often inappropriate,” wrote Jason Alexander.
- 11/9/2017
- by Natalie Stone
- PEOPLE.com
Mark Halperin is an American author and former senior political analyst for MSNBC. He is also a contributor to Bloomberg Politics. He has recently hit the headlines after five women have accused him of sexual harassment. These accusations relate to the time when he was working for ABC News during the 1990s and through to the mid-2000s. Some of the accusations include touching a woman’s breast, propositioning women for sex, and pressing an erection against the leg of three women. Halperin has been forced to publicly apologize for his actions and step down from his daily working duties. Here are
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Mark Halperin...
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Mark Halperin...
- 11/9/2017
- by Nat Berman
- TVovermind.com
When we meet Bridgette Bird — the titular Smilf of Showtime’s new comedy — she’s confidently holding her own on a Boston basketball court, giving as good as she gets and flirting with one of the other players after the game is done. But when the guy she’s talking to notices her toddler calling for his mama from the sidelines, he all but calls a personal foul. As Bridget hauls the child up on her hip, basketball dude can’t back away quick enough.
And that, in a small Dunkies coffee cup, is the gist of the new series from Boston native Frankie Shaw.
And that, in a small Dunkies coffee cup, is the gist of the new series from Boston native Frankie Shaw.
- 11/6/2017
- TVLine.com
Dare we say the Gallaghers are actually on the road to making better decisions?
Shameless‘ Season 8 premiere on Sunday finds the clan making positive choices — albeit with the help of drugs in some cases.
VideosShameless Season 8 Trailer: The Gallaghers (Literally) Dig Up the Past
As you may recall, each family member inherited a bag of meth after their mom Monica’s death last season. Now Carl has been tasked with selling the drugs for his siblings, who put their influx of cash to use in very different ways.
Let’s review what the Gallaghers (and their friends) are up...
Shameless‘ Season 8 premiere on Sunday finds the clan making positive choices — albeit with the help of drugs in some cases.
VideosShameless Season 8 Trailer: The Gallaghers (Literally) Dig Up the Past
As you may recall, each family member inherited a bag of meth after their mom Monica’s death last season. Now Carl has been tasked with selling the drugs for his siblings, who put their influx of cash to use in very different ways.
Let’s review what the Gallaghers (and their friends) are up...
- 11/6/2017
- TVLine.com
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