Sylvester Stallone is in a class of his own.
The “Rocky” writer-star reflects on his legacy in Netflix documentary “Sly,” which charts his rise from “underdog to icon,” per the tagline.
“What is healthier, to live under the illusion and still have a glimmer of hope that you could have been great, or blow it and realize you’re a failure?” Stallone asks in the trailer.
Directed by Thom Zimny, “Sly” is billed as “an intimate and unexpected look at the early life of the action megastar as well as a reflection on his career that spans nearly 50 years.” The doc was announced in June and comes on the heels of the Netflix three-part docuseries “Arnold” about Stallone’s competitor and acting counterpart, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
“Sly” closed 2023 TIFF, and charts Stallone’s “rough beginnings in New York City as a troubled kid who’d escape his angry household to watch...
The “Rocky” writer-star reflects on his legacy in Netflix documentary “Sly,” which charts his rise from “underdog to icon,” per the tagline.
“What is healthier, to live under the illusion and still have a glimmer of hope that you could have been great, or blow it and realize you’re a failure?” Stallone asks in the trailer.
Directed by Thom Zimny, “Sly” is billed as “an intimate and unexpected look at the early life of the action megastar as well as a reflection on his career that spans nearly 50 years.” The doc was announced in June and comes on the heels of the Netflix three-part docuseries “Arnold” about Stallone’s competitor and acting counterpart, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
“Sly” closed 2023 TIFF, and charts Stallone’s “rough beginnings in New York City as a troubled kid who’d escape his angry household to watch...
- 10/18/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Just as Netflix released a docu-series on the action icon-turned-governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, a new look has been released for a documentary on another cinematic icon and Schwarzenegger’s brother-in-arms, Sylvester Stallone. It’s no secret how Rocky is semi-autobiographical with Stallone’s struggle to make it in the movie business, and then he gets his million-to-one shot. Rocky may not have won his fight, but Rocky won an Academy Award and the hearts of countless people. Stallone’s world was forever changed. Netflix has just released the trailer for Sly.
The official logline from Netflix reads,
“For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.
Sly made its world premiere when it was chosen...
The official logline from Netflix reads,
“For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.
Sly made its world premiere when it was chosen...
- 10/18/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Bassem Youssef Helming Health Reality Series With Propagate Selling
Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef is launching a reality series in which best friends, couples and family members are flown to a remote exotic island in Abu Dhabi to face their biggest fear: learning to become healthy. Propagate International has launched sales at Mipcom Cannes on The Reset, which will see contestants put through an immersive, medically progressive plant-based wellness program that seems impossible at first, but within days completely changes their minds, bodies, and souls. Each episode follows one couple on their journey as they are pushed outside their comfort zone. Propagate is selling this week and Tom Forman (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition) is producing. Youssef is a comedian satirist and former cardiologist who has previously been compared to The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart. He hosted Al Bernameg, a first-of-its-kind political satire show in the Middle East.
Cineflix Rights Strikes...
Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef is launching a reality series in which best friends, couples and family members are flown to a remote exotic island in Abu Dhabi to face their biggest fear: learning to become healthy. Propagate International has launched sales at Mipcom Cannes on The Reset, which will see contestants put through an immersive, medically progressive plant-based wellness program that seems impossible at first, but within days completely changes their minds, bodies, and souls. Each episode follows one couple on their journey as they are pushed outside their comfort zone. Propagate is selling this week and Tom Forman (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition) is producing. Youssef is a comedian satirist and former cardiologist who has previously been compared to The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart. He hosted Al Bernameg, a first-of-its-kind political satire show in the Middle East.
Cineflix Rights Strikes...
- 10/16/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
When Is The Documentary Sly (2023) Coming? Well, Sylvester Stallone, the famous actor who has been nominated for an Oscar three times, is going to be the main focus of a documentary called “Sly,” which will come out in November 2023.
This special film will look back at Stallone’s amazing career, starting from his famous roles in movies like Rocky and going all the way to his recent appearances in superhero films like The Suicide Squad and the Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
Throughout his career, Stallone has portrayed numerous unforgettable characters. You might know him as Rocky or Rambo, but he’s also been in other cool movies like Tango & Cash, Demolition Man, Judge Dredd, Spy Kids 3, and more.
Stallone has not only been an amazing actor but has also worked behind the scenes to make great movies. If you want to know all the details about this upcoming documentary Sly,...
This special film will look back at Stallone’s amazing career, starting from his famous roles in movies like Rocky and going all the way to his recent appearances in superhero films like The Suicide Squad and the Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
Throughout his career, Stallone has portrayed numerous unforgettable characters. You might know him as Rocky or Rambo, but he’s also been in other cool movies like Tango & Cash, Demolition Man, Judge Dredd, Spy Kids 3, and more.
Stallone has not only been an amazing actor but has also worked behind the scenes to make great movies. If you want to know all the details about this upcoming documentary Sly,...
- 9/14/2023
- by Om Prakash Kaushal
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Netflix is set to release “Sly,” a retrospective documentary about Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer Sylvester Stallone, in November, the streamer announced on Thursday.
The documentary is directed by Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”), and you can watch the first trailer for the doc in the video above.
“Do I have regrets? Hell yeah I have regrets,” Stallone says in the doc.
The official synopsis is as follows: “For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.”
The Stallone doc comes on the heels of the release of a three-part Netflix documentary on another 80s action hero, Arnold Schwarzenegger. “Arnold” was released on the streamer in early June.
“Sly” is produced by Sean Stuart, P.G.A. Executive producers include Bill Zanker,...
The documentary is directed by Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”), and you can watch the first trailer for the doc in the video above.
“Do I have regrets? Hell yeah I have regrets,” Stallone says in the doc.
The official synopsis is as follows: “For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.”
The Stallone doc comes on the heels of the release of a three-part Netflix documentary on another 80s action hero, Arnold Schwarzenegger. “Arnold” was released on the streamer in early June.
“Sly” is produced by Sean Stuart, P.G.A. Executive producers include Bill Zanker,...
- 6/30/2023
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
Sylvester Stallone’s life and career is getting the retrospective treatment courtesy of the Netflix documentary “Sly,” which chronicles the highs and lows of his near 50-year Hollywood career.
“Do I have regrets?” Stallone asks in a teaser that dropped on Friday. “Hell yeah, I have regrets.”
“Sly” is directed by Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”) and produced by Sean Stuart, with the documentary to begin streaming in November.
The official logline explains what’s to come: “For nearly 50 years, Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from ‘Rocky’ to ‘Rambo’ to ‘The Expendables.’ This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.”
Stallone also serves as an executive producer on the documentary alongside Bill Zanker, Sam Delcanto, Braden Aftergood, Jon Beyer, Tom Forman and Jenny Daly, with Maren Domzalski and Adrienne Gerard as co-producers.
“Do I have regrets?” Stallone asks in a teaser that dropped on Friday. “Hell yeah, I have regrets.”
“Sly” is directed by Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”) and produced by Sean Stuart, with the documentary to begin streaming in November.
The official logline explains what’s to come: “For nearly 50 years, Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from ‘Rocky’ to ‘Rambo’ to ‘The Expendables.’ This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.”
Stallone also serves as an executive producer on the documentary alongside Bill Zanker, Sam Delcanto, Braden Aftergood, Jon Beyer, Tom Forman and Jenny Daly, with Maren Domzalski and Adrienne Gerard as co-producers.
- 6/30/2023
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
A deep dive into Sylvester Stallone’s life and legacy is coming soon.
Netflix announced that documentary “Sly” will debut this November from director Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”). The film will capture the decades-long career of the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer Stallone, whose works span from the “Rocky” franchise to new Paramount+ reality series “The Family Stallone.”
The official Netflix synopsis reads: For nearly 50 years, Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from “Rocky” to “Rambo” to “The Expendables.” This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.
“Sly” is produced by Sean Stuart, with co-producers Maren Domzalski and Adrienne Gerard. Stallone executive produces the docuseries, alongside Bill Zanker, Sam Delcanto, Braden Aftergood, Jon Beyer, Tom Forman, and Jenny Daly.
Stallone has been outspoken about his current role in the “Rocky” franchise...
Netflix announced that documentary “Sly” will debut this November from director Thom Zimny (“Springsteen on Broadway”). The film will capture the decades-long career of the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer Stallone, whose works span from the “Rocky” franchise to new Paramount+ reality series “The Family Stallone.”
The official Netflix synopsis reads: For nearly 50 years, Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from “Rocky” to “Rambo” to “The Expendables.” This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.
“Sly” is produced by Sean Stuart, with co-producers Maren Domzalski and Adrienne Gerard. Stallone executive produces the docuseries, alongside Bill Zanker, Sam Delcanto, Braden Aftergood, Jon Beyer, Tom Forman, and Jenny Daly.
Stallone has been outspoken about his current role in the “Rocky” franchise...
- 6/30/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Netflix is cashing in on reality TV and renovation.
On Thursday, the streaming service announced that “Selling Sunset” has been renewed for Seasons 6 and 7, with production kicking off this summer.
Produced by Adam Divello’s Done and Done Productions and Lionsgate, “Selling Sunset” follows the real estate agents of the Oppenheim Group — run by Jason and Brett Oppenheim. The cast includes Chrishell Stause, Mary Fitzgerald, Heather Rae El Moussa, Davina Potratz, Emma Hernan, Amanza Smith and Maya Vander.
Christine Quinn appeared in the first five seasons of the show but did not attend the reunion and has not given a straight answer to whether she’ll be returning.
The spinoff, “Selling the Oc,” will debut on August 24, as a new group of Oppenheim Group realtors compete to establish themselves at the Orange County office. In addition to the Oppenheims, the cast includes Alex Hall, Alexandra Jarvis, Alexandra Rose, Austin Victoria,...
On Thursday, the streaming service announced that “Selling Sunset” has been renewed for Seasons 6 and 7, with production kicking off this summer.
Produced by Adam Divello’s Done and Done Productions and Lionsgate, “Selling Sunset” follows the real estate agents of the Oppenheim Group — run by Jason and Brett Oppenheim. The cast includes Chrishell Stause, Mary Fitzgerald, Heather Rae El Moussa, Davina Potratz, Emma Hernan, Amanza Smith and Maya Vander.
Christine Quinn appeared in the first five seasons of the show but did not attend the reunion and has not given a straight answer to whether she’ll be returning.
The spinoff, “Selling the Oc,” will debut on August 24, as a new group of Oppenheim Group realtors compete to establish themselves at the Orange County office. In addition to the Oppenheims, the cast includes Alex Hall, Alexandra Jarvis, Alexandra Rose, Austin Victoria,...
- 6/23/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix is doubling down on property.
The streamer has handed breakout reality series Selling Sunset a two season order – taking it through seasons six and seven and ordered a slate of new property, real estate and renovation shows.
Production on season six of high-end real estate series Selling Sunset, which follows the likes of Chrishell Stause, Christine Quinn and Mary Fitzgerald and their colleagues at The Oppenheim Group, will start later this summer.
The series, which is produced by Lionsgate and Done and Done Productions, is exec produced by creator Adam Divello, Sundee Manusakis, Kristofer Lindquist, Skyler Wakil and Jason Oppenheim.
Elsewhere, the streamer has ordered four new shows and handed premiere dates to a slew of others in the property space.
Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse is behind two series: Designing Miami and Buying Beverly Hills.
Designing Miami, which premieres September 21, follows two of Miami’s two hottest designers who...
The streamer has handed breakout reality series Selling Sunset a two season order – taking it through seasons six and seven and ordered a slate of new property, real estate and renovation shows.
Production on season six of high-end real estate series Selling Sunset, which follows the likes of Chrishell Stause, Christine Quinn and Mary Fitzgerald and their colleagues at The Oppenheim Group, will start later this summer.
The series, which is produced by Lionsgate and Done and Done Productions, is exec produced by creator Adam Divello, Sundee Manusakis, Kristofer Lindquist, Skyler Wakil and Jason Oppenheim.
Elsewhere, the streamer has ordered four new shows and handed premiere dates to a slew of others in the property space.
Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse is behind two series: Designing Miami and Buying Beverly Hills.
Designing Miami, which premieres September 21, follows two of Miami’s two hottest designers who...
- 6/23/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Imagine being the son of NBA great Dwyane Wade – one of the game’s all-time greats – and wanting to play basketball too.
That’s the reality for Zaire Wade, Dwyane’s eldest son, who was drafted last October by the Salt Lake City Stars of the NBA G League. Zaire, who turns 20 on Friday, has got some skills like his father, who just turned 40.
“Now, when I ask him to play [1-on-1],” Zaire said in a recent interview, “he doesn’t want to play me no more. He says he’s too old.”
Joking aside, those are some big shoes to fill. The six-part documentary series Legacy: In the Shadow of Greatness, launching on the Discovery+ streaming platform on March 8, explores what it’s like to be the offspring of a famous athlete and, like your dad, wanting to excel in sport.
Jonathan Hock, winner of 11 Emmys, directs the series...
That’s the reality for Zaire Wade, Dwyane’s eldest son, who was drafted last October by the Salt Lake City Stars of the NBA G League. Zaire, who turns 20 on Friday, has got some skills like his father, who just turned 40.
“Now, when I ask him to play [1-on-1],” Zaire said in a recent interview, “he doesn’t want to play me no more. He says he’s too old.”
Joking aside, those are some big shoes to fill. The six-part documentary series Legacy: In the Shadow of Greatness, launching on the Discovery+ streaming platform on March 8, explores what it’s like to be the offspring of a famous athlete and, like your dad, wanting to excel in sport.
Jonathan Hock, winner of 11 Emmys, directs the series...
- 2/3/2022
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
“Crazy Rich Asians” producer Sk Global has acquired Critical Content, the unscripted producer behind shows like MTV’s “Catfish” and Netflix’s “Get Organized with The Home Edit,” from Anchorage Capital Group.
The deal marks the move of independent studio Sk Global, which was formed in 2016 with the merger of Sidney Kimmel Entertainment and Ivanhoe Pictures, into the unscripted space, with the Emmy-winning Critical Content creating reality fare for broadcasters, cable channels and streamers. The unscripted production company also has an ownership stake in the UK-based Renowned Films.
Aside from MTV’s “Catfish” reality TV series and the Netflix series “Get Organized With the Home Edit” and “World’s Most Amazing Vacation,” Critical Content also has projects in production and development with a lengthy list of platforms, including: Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Peacock, Hulu, Roku, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox, The CW, MTV, BET, Discovery/ Discovery plus, E!, Bravo, USA,...
The deal marks the move of independent studio Sk Global, which was formed in 2016 with the merger of Sidney Kimmel Entertainment and Ivanhoe Pictures, into the unscripted space, with the Emmy-winning Critical Content creating reality fare for broadcasters, cable channels and streamers. The unscripted production company also has an ownership stake in the UK-based Renowned Films.
Aside from MTV’s “Catfish” reality TV series and the Netflix series “Get Organized With the Home Edit” and “World’s Most Amazing Vacation,” Critical Content also has projects in production and development with a lengthy list of platforms, including: Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Peacock, Hulu, Roku, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox, The CW, MTV, BET, Discovery/ Discovery plus, E!, Bravo, USA,...
- 1/10/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Critical Content, the largely unscripted producer behind series including MTV’s Catfish and Kevin Hart-fronted Celebrity Game Face, has been acquired by Crazy Rich Asians producer Sk Global.
It comes as Deadline understands that the Tom Forman-run company was an acquisition target last year with multiple bidders thought to have expressed interest.
Sk Global has acquired the company from Anchorage Capital Group, which backed the formation of Critical Content from the ashes of Ryan Kavanaugh’s Relativity.
It moves Sk Global, which was formed in 2016 with the merger of Sidney Kimmel Entertainment and Ivanhoe Pictures and is best known as a film financier and producer, into the non-scripted television arena. The company is currently in production on its Thai cave rescue docuseries for Netflix.
Tom Forman will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer of Critical Content and Jenny Daly will continue to serve as President of Critical Content following the deal,...
It comes as Deadline understands that the Tom Forman-run company was an acquisition target last year with multiple bidders thought to have expressed interest.
Sk Global has acquired the company from Anchorage Capital Group, which backed the formation of Critical Content from the ashes of Ryan Kavanaugh’s Relativity.
It moves Sk Global, which was formed in 2016 with the merger of Sidney Kimmel Entertainment and Ivanhoe Pictures and is best known as a film financier and producer, into the non-scripted television arena. The company is currently in production on its Thai cave rescue docuseries for Netflix.
Tom Forman will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer of Critical Content and Jenny Daly will continue to serve as President of Critical Content following the deal,...
- 1/10/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The film and TV arm of Quality Control, the record label behind artists including hip hop artists including Lil Yachty and Migos, has struck an unscripted TV partnership with Catfish and Celebrity Game Face producer Critical Content.
The deal will see the two companies develop unscripted series for these artists, as well as the likes of City Girls and Lil Baby, and athletes that the company represents.
It builds on a partnership between the two companies that saw them make YouTube original series Home Courts, where Quavo visits legendary local basketball courts around the country to meet the athletes, artists and activists who use these public spaces to effect change in their communities.
The first project to come out of the deal is Equal Justice, a social experiment that will follow the world’s most meaningful hip hop artists as they leverage their fame and personal resources to secure top attorneys,...
The deal will see the two companies develop unscripted series for these artists, as well as the likes of City Girls and Lil Baby, and athletes that the company represents.
It builds on a partnership between the two companies that saw them make YouTube original series Home Courts, where Quavo visits legendary local basketball courts around the country to meet the athletes, artists and activists who use these public spaces to effect change in their communities.
The first project to come out of the deal is Equal Justice, a social experiment that will follow the world’s most meaningful hip hop artists as they leverage their fame and personal resources to secure top attorneys,...
- 12/15/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The controversial death Eazy-e, frontman of groundbreaking rap group Nwa, is to be explored in a new docuseries.
WEtv has ordered The Mysterious Death of Eazy-e and the four-part limited series will investigate the gangsta rap icon’s 1995. It comes from Critical Content.
Eazy-e, otherwise known as Eric Lynn Wright, died on March 26, 1995, a month after being admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in LA. He was diagnosed with HIV/AIDs. But there are conspiracies about the nature of his death.
There have long been rumblings about how he contracted the deadly disease. Death Row Records founder Suge Knight once discussed, on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, how killing someone with a contaminated blood injection, “an Eazy-e thing”, was the new way to kill people rather than shooting them.
There were also suggestions that Eazy-e, who also ran Ruthless Records and signed artists such as Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, had a hit out on him by white supremacists,...
WEtv has ordered The Mysterious Death of Eazy-e and the four-part limited series will investigate the gangsta rap icon’s 1995. It comes from Critical Content.
Eazy-e, otherwise known as Eric Lynn Wright, died on March 26, 1995, a month after being admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in LA. He was diagnosed with HIV/AIDs. But there are conspiracies about the nature of his death.
There have long been rumblings about how he contracted the deadly disease. Death Row Records founder Suge Knight once discussed, on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, how killing someone with a contaminated blood injection, “an Eazy-e thing”, was the new way to kill people rather than shooting them.
There were also suggestions that Eazy-e, who also ran Ruthless Records and signed artists such as Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, had a hit out on him by white supremacists,...
- 7/15/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Kenan Thompson, Danielle Brooks, Simu Liu Among Banff Rockie Award Gala Recipients (TV News Roundup)
The Banff World Media Festival announced Kenan Thompson, Danielle Brooks, Simu Liu and Sinking Ship Ent. are this year’s Rockie Award Gala recipients. Hosted by Jasmeet Raina, the ceremony will stream live on YouTube June 15 at 3 p.m.
Thompson, best known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and now headlining the NBC sitcom “Kenan,” will be bestowed the Sir Peter Ustinov Award, which recognizes a creative talent who has made an outstanding comedic contribution to the media industry. Past honorees include Sean Hayes, John Cleese, Tracey Ullman, Bob Newhart, Tantoo Cardinal, John Candy and Bill Hader.
Brooks, who recently starred in “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia” and was on the long-running “Orange is the New Black,” will receive the A+E Inclusion Award, which recognizes an individual whose efforts and vision in the media realm champion and reflect the diversity of the world we live in. Past honorees include LeVar Burton,...
Thompson, best known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and now headlining the NBC sitcom “Kenan,” will be bestowed the Sir Peter Ustinov Award, which recognizes a creative talent who has made an outstanding comedic contribution to the media industry. Past honorees include Sean Hayes, John Cleese, Tracey Ullman, Bob Newhart, Tantoo Cardinal, John Candy and Bill Hader.
Brooks, who recently starred in “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia” and was on the long-running “Orange is the New Black,” will receive the A+E Inclusion Award, which recognizes an individual whose efforts and vision in the media realm champion and reflect the diversity of the world we live in. Past honorees include LeVar Burton,...
- 5/19/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
The “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” cast will perform Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” in the second season finale, and NBC just released a first look at that musical number.
Created by showrunner Austin Winsberg, the musical comedy follows Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy) on her journey to understand why she can suddenly hear people’s innermost wants and desires through popular songs. In addition the Levy, it stars stars Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Mary Steenburgen, Andrew Leeds, Kapil Talwalker, Alice Lee and Michael Thomas Grant.
The second season finale airs on May 16 at 9 p.m. on NBC. Watch the clip below.
Also in today’s TV news roundup:
Dates
The Oprah Winfrey Network announced that a new episode of “Black Women OWN The Conversation” will premiere on May 25 at 9 p.m. The one-hour special will feature an in-depth conversation about childhood trauma in the Black community, how it...
Created by showrunner Austin Winsberg, the musical comedy follows Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy) on her journey to understand why she can suddenly hear people’s innermost wants and desires through popular songs. In addition the Levy, it stars stars Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Mary Steenburgen, Andrew Leeds, Kapil Talwalker, Alice Lee and Michael Thomas Grant.
The second season finale airs on May 16 at 9 p.m. on NBC. Watch the clip below.
Also in today’s TV news roundup:
Dates
The Oprah Winfrey Network announced that a new episode of “Black Women OWN The Conversation” will premiere on May 25 at 9 p.m. The one-hour special will feature an in-depth conversation about childhood trauma in the Black community, how it...
- 5/14/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
YouTube has unveiled its latest slate of originals with projects from Alicia Keys, rapper Quavo and a series about the K-Pop phenomenon.
The Susanne Daniels-led originals division has announced the new series as part of its virtual TCA winter press tour.
Unthink-able star Alicia Keys is the latest A-list musician to agree to a YouTube Originals docuseries. She joins the likes of Justin Bieber and Demi Lovato, who have bared their souls for the digital platform. The project will be produced by Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s Westbrook Media.
Keys, speaking via the press tour, said, “It’s going to be a sick series that takes you on a real-life journey.”
Coming out of its #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund, rapper and basketball lover Quavo will explore new cities and communities through the lens of famous local courts in Supreme Courts (w/t). With the help of some NBA stars,...
The Susanne Daniels-led originals division has announced the new series as part of its virtual TCA winter press tour.
Unthink-able star Alicia Keys is the latest A-list musician to agree to a YouTube Originals docuseries. She joins the likes of Justin Bieber and Demi Lovato, who have bared their souls for the digital platform. The project will be produced by Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s Westbrook Media.
Keys, speaking via the press tour, said, “It’s going to be a sick series that takes you on a real-life journey.”
Coming out of its #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund, rapper and basketball lover Quavo will explore new cities and communities through the lens of famous local courts in Supreme Courts (w/t). With the help of some NBA stars,...
- 2/17/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Critical Content has signed a deal with the toymaker Wham-o to develop and produce unscripted television series behind the company’s products, beginning with the classic Slip ‘N Slide.
The first project announced under the new deal is a competition series titled “Slip ‘N Slide Island,” which will have contestants “attempt to body-glide their way to glory through a series of epic obstacles all designed in the spirit of Wham-o’s outdoor game,” according to the company.
The show will feature “supersized chutes, jumps and tunnels” with winners of each matchup getting a cash prize and a chance to compete in a grand finale event.
The deal also includes rights to Wham-o’s other brands, which include Frisbee disc and Hula Hoop. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Slip ‘N Slide, first introduced at the New York Toy Fair in 1961, has seen a 180% increase in sales since the start of the coronavirus pandemic,...
The first project announced under the new deal is a competition series titled “Slip ‘N Slide Island,” which will have contestants “attempt to body-glide their way to glory through a series of epic obstacles all designed in the spirit of Wham-o’s outdoor game,” according to the company.
The show will feature “supersized chutes, jumps and tunnels” with winners of each matchup getting a cash prize and a chance to compete in a grand finale event.
The deal also includes rights to Wham-o’s other brands, which include Frisbee disc and Hula Hoop. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Slip ‘N Slide, first introduced at the New York Toy Fair in 1961, has seen a 180% increase in sales since the start of the coronavirus pandemic,...
- 10/9/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Critical Content, a leading independent nonfiction production studio, is forming a TV development deal with Wham-o, maker of classic toys like the Frisbee Disc, Hula Hoop and Slip ‘N Slide.
Under the pact, the two companies will develop and create live-action TV content built around Wham-o brands. The first project is a competition series tentatively titled Slip ‘N Slide Island.
The Slip ‘N Slide, a 16-foot-long yellow plastic strip made slick by a line of small water jets once it is hooked up to a garden hose, has been a summertime fixture since making its debut in 1961. In 2020, its 60th year on the market, sales have soared 180% over last year, according to Wham-o, because Covid-19 has forced many public pools, camps and water parks to close.
The series based around the outdoor game is described as “engaging and fun-loving,” with participants going head to head and navigating a series...
Under the pact, the two companies will develop and create live-action TV content built around Wham-o brands. The first project is a competition series tentatively titled Slip ‘N Slide Island.
The Slip ‘N Slide, a 16-foot-long yellow plastic strip made slick by a line of small water jets once it is hooked up to a garden hose, has been a summertime fixture since making its debut in 1961. In 2020, its 60th year on the market, sales have soared 180% over last year, according to Wham-o, because Covid-19 has forced many public pools, camps and water parks to close.
The series based around the outdoor game is described as “engaging and fun-loving,” with participants going head to head and navigating a series...
- 10/9/2020
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Dierks Bentley is set to star in and executive produce Hot Country Knights, a mockumentary series about the parody group he has fronted since 2015 with members of his road band. Critical Content is producing the 10-episode shortform series about the band that skewers 1990s country music.
Here’s what to expect: After 30 wasted years and countless bad decisions, Bentley attempts to rescue the band and give them one more shot at glory with a new album The K Is Silent and their first nationwide tour. Although some thought this moment would never happen, fans will be able to follow the Knights’ career on Quibi.
Veteran country star Bentley plays bandleader Douglas “Doug” Douglason alongside Hot Country Knights members Marty Ray “Rayro” Roburn on guitar, keytar/fiddle player Terotej “Terry” Dvoraczekynski, steel guitarist Barry Van Ricky and percussionist Monte Montgomery. With tongue firmly in cheek, the Knights revive a comedic element...
Here’s what to expect: After 30 wasted years and countless bad decisions, Bentley attempts to rescue the band and give them one more shot at glory with a new album The K Is Silent and their first nationwide tour. Although some thought this moment would never happen, fans will be able to follow the Knights’ career on Quibi.
Veteran country star Bentley plays bandleader Douglas “Doug” Douglason alongside Hot Country Knights members Marty Ray “Rayro” Roburn on guitar, keytar/fiddle player Terotej “Terry” Dvoraczekynski, steel guitarist Barry Van Ricky and percussionist Monte Montgomery. With tongue firmly in cheek, the Knights revive a comedic element...
- 9/1/2020
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The Talk executive producer and showrunner John Redmann, one of the CBS’ daytime talker’s original auspices, is leaving after 10 seasons. There is no immediate replacement. The Talk is currently on summer hiatus and plans to return to production for Season 11 in September.
“2020 has been a year of reflection for all of us,” Redmann said. “While I have enjoyed every moment at The Talk, I realized over these past few months that the time has come for me to make a change. I launched The Talk 10 years ago and have been so proud to have built a long-running and successful show. After 10 career Emmys and 10 award-winning seasons of this show, I am excited to start a new chapter.”
In 2010, CBS was looking for a replacement for departing veteran daytime soap As the World Turns. As part of its search, the network ordered three pilots: two game shows and a...
“2020 has been a year of reflection for all of us,” Redmann said. “While I have enjoyed every moment at The Talk, I realized over these past few months that the time has come for me to make a change. I launched The Talk 10 years ago and have been so proud to have built a long-running and successful show. After 10 career Emmys and 10 award-winning seasons of this show, I am excited to start a new chapter.”
In 2010, CBS was looking for a replacement for departing veteran daytime soap As the World Turns. As part of its search, the network ordered three pilots: two game shows and a...
- 8/14/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Celebrity Game Face, which is hosted by and exec produced by Kevin Hart and Eniko Hart, is getting another five episodes at E!.
The show, which aired a special in July, will return to the NBCU cable network on August 27 at 10pm.
In the shot-at-home special, which comes from Critical Content and Hart’s Hartbeat Productions, the pair led celeb couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale to battle it out in a range of ridiculous physical challenges that viewers could play along with at home.
The new five episodes will also be shot at home.
The new elebrity pairings include: Tracee Ellis Ross and brother Evan Ross Meghan Trainor and brother Ryan Trainor, Brooklyn Decker and husband Andy Roddick, Rob Schneider and wife Patricia Maya Schneider, Niecy Nash and Wendy Raquel Robinson, Victor Cruz and girlfriend Karrueche Tran, Kelly Osbourne and brother Jack Osbourne,...
The show, which aired a special in July, will return to the NBCU cable network on August 27 at 10pm.
In the shot-at-home special, which comes from Critical Content and Hart’s Hartbeat Productions, the pair led celeb couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale to battle it out in a range of ridiculous physical challenges that viewers could play along with at home.
The new five episodes will also be shot at home.
The new elebrity pairings include: Tracee Ellis Ross and brother Evan Ross Meghan Trainor and brother Ryan Trainor, Brooklyn Decker and husband Andy Roddick, Rob Schneider and wife Patricia Maya Schneider, Niecy Nash and Wendy Raquel Robinson, Victor Cruz and girlfriend Karrueche Tran, Kelly Osbourne and brother Jack Osbourne,...
- 8/13/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Kevin Hart is getting his “Celebrity Game Face” on once again.
E! has ordered five more episodes of the Hart-hosted quarantine game show, which was previously a one-off special on July 6.
These five new episodes will continue to see Hart and his wife his wife Eniko go up against four other celebrity couples in a series of “outrageous at-home challenges.” Among the celebrities participating in these new installments are Tracee Ellis Ross, Meghan Trainor, Niecy Nash, Raven-Symoné and Mayim Bialik.
The games they’ll be playing include “Big Facts,” where partners guess which personal fun facts are true or false, “Read My Lips,” where they guess phrases while wearing noise canceling headphones, and “Booty Shake,” which consists of partners using their best dance moves to empty as many balls out of a box wrapped around their waist in a matter of seconds.
Additionally, Allison Holker and tWitch will return to judge the “Tik Talk” challenge,...
E! has ordered five more episodes of the Hart-hosted quarantine game show, which was previously a one-off special on July 6.
These five new episodes will continue to see Hart and his wife his wife Eniko go up against four other celebrity couples in a series of “outrageous at-home challenges.” Among the celebrities participating in these new installments are Tracee Ellis Ross, Meghan Trainor, Niecy Nash, Raven-Symoné and Mayim Bialik.
The games they’ll be playing include “Big Facts,” where partners guess which personal fun facts are true or false, “Read My Lips,” where they guess phrases while wearing noise canceling headphones, and “Booty Shake,” which consists of partners using their best dance moves to empty as many balls out of a box wrapped around their waist in a matter of seconds.
Additionally, Allison Holker and tWitch will return to judge the “Tik Talk” challenge,...
- 8/13/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
E! has given a green light to Celebrity Game Face, a shot-from-home charity special hosted and executive produced by Kevin Hart, from Critical Content and Hart’s Hartbeat Productions. It’s set to air Monday, July 6 from 10-11:15 Pm on E!
In the special, Hart and his wife Eniko lead celeb couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale as the three teams battle it out in a range of ridiculous physical challenges that viewers can play along with at home.
According to E!, “The pairs will show off their teenage dance moves in a tik “talk” challenge, feed each other a messy meal with a twist, attempt to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full and race through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles.”
At the end of the night, the couples...
In the special, Hart and his wife Eniko lead celeb couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale as the three teams battle it out in a range of ridiculous physical challenges that viewers can play along with at home.
According to E!, “The pairs will show off their teenage dance moves in a tik “talk” challenge, feed each other a messy meal with a twist, attempt to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full and race through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles.”
At the end of the night, the couples...
- 6/18/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
E! has picked up a new remotely produced game show special hosted and executive produced by Kevin Hart, the network announced Thursday.
Set to air Monday, July 6, “Celebrity Game Face” is hosted by Hart and his wife Eniko as they host celebrity couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale for a socially distant game night.
Read E!’s description of the games and challenges take part in below, and watch a promo for the special above.
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The pairs will show off their teenage dance moves in a tik “talk” challenge, feed each other a messy meal with a twist, attempt to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full and race through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles. At the end of the night,...
Set to air Monday, July 6, “Celebrity Game Face” is hosted by Hart and his wife Eniko as they host celebrity couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale for a socially distant game night.
Read E!’s description of the games and challenges take part in below, and watch a promo for the special above.
Also Read: Peacock Sets 'At-Home Variety Show' Featuring Seth MacFarlane, NBCU Stars
The pairs will show off their teenage dance moves in a tik “talk” challenge, feed each other a messy meal with a twist, attempt to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full and race through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles. At the end of the night,...
- 6/18/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Kevin Hart is continuing to put his time at home in quarantine to use.
The comedian is set to host and executive produce a virtual special for E! which will see four celebrity couples go head to head in a series of “outrageous at-home challenges.”
Titled “Celebrity Game Face,” the special features Hart and his wife Eniko, along with couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale.
The Harts will lead the teams through a game night packed with fun, ridiculous physical challenges that viewers can play along with at home. Some of the challenges involved the couples showing off their teen dance moves in a “tik talk” challenge, feeding each other a messy meal with a twist, attempting to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full, and racing through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles.
The comedian is set to host and executive produce a virtual special for E! which will see four celebrity couples go head to head in a series of “outrageous at-home challenges.”
Titled “Celebrity Game Face,” the special features Hart and his wife Eniko, along with couples Terry and Rebecca Crews, Sarah Hyland and her fiancé Wells Adams, and Joel and Sarah McHale.
The Harts will lead the teams through a game night packed with fun, ridiculous physical challenges that viewers can play along with at home. Some of the challenges involved the couples showing off their teen dance moves in a “tik talk” challenge, feeding each other a messy meal with a twist, attempting to interpret what their partners are saying while their mouths are full, and racing through their homes to find unexpected items to solve riddles.
- 6/18/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
The Masked Singer exec producer Craig Plestis is bringing another Korean format to U.S. screens with Mayim Bialik fronting an adaptation of talent competition My Little Television for TBS.
The cable network has greenlit the show, known as Celebrity Show-Off in the U.S., which sees celebrities compete to see who can produce the most compelling content from their own homes.
The ten-part series is being produced remotely and will launch on June 23 at 10 Pm.
Celebrities taking part include Diplo, Ja Rule, Action Bronson, Gabi Butler, Dwight Howard, Travis Kelce, Nene Leakes, Jason Mraz, Kevin Smith, Tori Spelling, Bella Thorne, Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah Willis.
In each episode, five stars will compete to create quirky self-shot content that premieres online and the goal is to attract the most online viewers to keep their shows “on the air.” The digital shows will debut on TBS’ YouTube channel on June 24 and...
The cable network has greenlit the show, known as Celebrity Show-Off in the U.S., which sees celebrities compete to see who can produce the most compelling content from their own homes.
The ten-part series is being produced remotely and will launch on June 23 at 10 Pm.
Celebrities taking part include Diplo, Ja Rule, Action Bronson, Gabi Butler, Dwight Howard, Travis Kelce, Nene Leakes, Jason Mraz, Kevin Smith, Tori Spelling, Bella Thorne, Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah Willis.
In each episode, five stars will compete to create quirky self-shot content that premieres online and the goal is to attract the most online viewers to keep their shows “on the air.” The digital shows will debut on TBS’ YouTube channel on June 24 and...
- 6/8/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Mayim Bialik is hoping to make a big bang with her new hosting gig.
The “Big Bang Theory” alumna is set to Mc “Celebrity Show-Off,” a remote talent show featuring a lineup of celebs which has been ordered at TBS.
Each of the remote series’ 10 episodes will give celebrities the opportunity to see who can produce the most compelling content from the comfort of their own homes. The list of talent signed up for the showcase so far includes Diplo, Ja Rule, Action Bronson, Gabi Butler, Dwight Howard, Travis Kelce, Nene Leakes, Jason Mraz, Kevin Smith, Tori Spelling, Bella Thorne, Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah Willis.
“Wait until you see what this cast has pulled off,” said Corie Henson, EVP and head of unscripted programming for TBS, TNT and truTV. “From sharing never-before-seen talents, to performing crazy stunts or even bringing on special guests, the celebs’ shows are creatively ambitious with...
The “Big Bang Theory” alumna is set to Mc “Celebrity Show-Off,” a remote talent show featuring a lineup of celebs which has been ordered at TBS.
Each of the remote series’ 10 episodes will give celebrities the opportunity to see who can produce the most compelling content from the comfort of their own homes. The list of talent signed up for the showcase so far includes Diplo, Ja Rule, Action Bronson, Gabi Butler, Dwight Howard, Travis Kelce, Nene Leakes, Jason Mraz, Kevin Smith, Tori Spelling, Bella Thorne, Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah Willis.
“Wait until you see what this cast has pulled off,” said Corie Henson, EVP and head of unscripted programming for TBS, TNT and truTV. “From sharing never-before-seen talents, to performing crazy stunts or even bringing on special guests, the celebs’ shows are creatively ambitious with...
- 6/8/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
It’s come to this. Fed up with their lengthy locks, celebrities including Kelly Osbourne and Olympian Lindsey Vonn will attempt to cut their own hair on CBS.
The one-hour special, “Haircut Night in America” will feature top stylists guiding viewers, celebs and frontline healthcare workers on how cut their own hair, which has, like the rest of us stuck in quarantine for the past few months, probably gotten a bit unruly. The special, which will air Friday, May 28, will be hosted by Jerry O’Connell and Rebecca Romijn.
In “Haircut Night in America,” top stylists will expertly guide celebrities in a “cut-a-long” from their homes and reveal the final looks, no matter the outcome. They’ll also weave in tips and tricks for viewers to achieve the best at-home coifs, turning Diy hairDON’Ts into hairDOs! Also, O’Connell and Romijn will highlight some of the best self-haircare moments that...
The one-hour special, “Haircut Night in America” will feature top stylists guiding viewers, celebs and frontline healthcare workers on how cut their own hair, which has, like the rest of us stuck in quarantine for the past few months, probably gotten a bit unruly. The special, which will air Friday, May 28, will be hosted by Jerry O’Connell and Rebecca Romijn.
In “Haircut Night in America,” top stylists will expertly guide celebrities in a “cut-a-long” from their homes and reveal the final looks, no matter the outcome. They’ll also weave in tips and tricks for viewers to achieve the best at-home coifs, turning Diy hairDON’Ts into hairDOs! Also, O’Connell and Romijn will highlight some of the best self-haircare moments that...
- 5/21/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Before you take a pair of scissors to your quarantine mane, you might want to get some guidance from the professionals — and CBS can help with that.
The network on Thursday announced Haircut Night in America, a one-hour special in which top hair stylists will walk celebrities — and viewers — through the perfect Diy haircut, color and style from their homes.
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- 5/21/2020
- TVLine.com
The CW is set to air a music collaboration special Iconic: TLC featuring the groundbreaking female music group TLC. Hosted by Jordin Sparks, Iconic: TLC premieres Monday, June 1 at 8 Pm, followed by an original episode of Roswell, New Mexico at 9 Pm.
Based on the hit Korean format Immortal Songs: Singing the Legends, Iconic: TLC features four artists – country music duo Locash, R&b/hip-hop duo Ceraadi, pop singer Max and singer-songwriter Ally Brooke — performing covers of TLC’s biggest hits. TLC and the artists will be connected by video chat to watch the at-home performances, then TLC will select one of the artists to collaborate with in the final performance of the show. Music fans can hear the exclusive songs on iHeartRadio stations across the country the following day, Tuesday, June 2, and re-watch the performances and show on The CW app and Cwtv.com for free.
Immortal Songs: Singing the Legends...
Based on the hit Korean format Immortal Songs: Singing the Legends, Iconic: TLC features four artists – country music duo Locash, R&b/hip-hop duo Ceraadi, pop singer Max and singer-songwriter Ally Brooke — performing covers of TLC’s biggest hits. TLC and the artists will be connected by video chat to watch the at-home performances, then TLC will select one of the artists to collaborate with in the final performance of the show. Music fans can hear the exclusive songs on iHeartRadio stations across the country the following day, Tuesday, June 2, and re-watch the performances and show on The CW app and Cwtv.com for free.
Immortal Songs: Singing the Legends...
- 5/21/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Leah Remini, creator, host and producer of A+E’s Emmy-winning docuseries Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath, has signed an exclusive first-look deal with independent content studio Critical Content to develop and produce unscripted programming through her No Seriously production company.
Under the pact with Critical Content, led by CEO Tom Forman and Studio President Jenny Daly, Remini will spearhead series across multiple genres that address subjects from advocacy and victims’ rights, to family and comedy.
The first project under the deal is Seeking Justice, an anthology docuseries which reunites Remini with her Aftermath partner Mike Rinder. It will investigate, infiltrate, and hold accountable other groups and organizations that have for too long gotten away with physical, mental, and sexual abuse, including victims of Scientology.
“Whether in front of the camera or behind it, Leah is a passionate storyteller, completely fearless, totally hilarious” said Forman and Daly in a joint statement.
Under the pact with Critical Content, led by CEO Tom Forman and Studio President Jenny Daly, Remini will spearhead series across multiple genres that address subjects from advocacy and victims’ rights, to family and comedy.
The first project under the deal is Seeking Justice, an anthology docuseries which reunites Remini with her Aftermath partner Mike Rinder. It will investigate, infiltrate, and hold accountable other groups and organizations that have for too long gotten away with physical, mental, and sexual abuse, including victims of Scientology.
“Whether in front of the camera or behind it, Leah is a passionate storyteller, completely fearless, totally hilarious” said Forman and Daly in a joint statement.
- 1/27/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, Starz has released a trailer for Season 5 of “Outlander,” and Amazon Prime Video announced casting for “The Power.”
Castings
WWE superstars Sasha Banks, Brie Bella, Nikki Bella, Alexa Bliss, Sonya Deville, Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, Becky Lynch and Natalya have been cast as participants in Quibi and WWE’s upcoming series “Fight Like a Girl.” Each episode follows each female wrestler as she shares her life experiences with a young woman dealing with personal issues that are holding her back. WWE chief brand officer and executive producer of the series Stephanie McMahon will decide the pairings. Susan Levison, Ben Zierten, Tom Forman, Jenny Daly and Jon Beyer also serve as executive producers.
Amazon Prime Video has announced further casting for its forthcoming series, “The Power.” Adapted from Naomi Alderman‘s novel of the same name, the 10-part thriller imagines a world in which all...
Castings
WWE superstars Sasha Banks, Brie Bella, Nikki Bella, Alexa Bliss, Sonya Deville, Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, Becky Lynch and Natalya have been cast as participants in Quibi and WWE’s upcoming series “Fight Like a Girl.” Each episode follows each female wrestler as she shares her life experiences with a young woman dealing with personal issues that are holding her back. WWE chief brand officer and executive producer of the series Stephanie McMahon will decide the pairings. Susan Levison, Ben Zierten, Tom Forman, Jenny Daly and Jon Beyer also serve as executive producers.
Amazon Prime Video has announced further casting for its forthcoming series, “The Power.” Adapted from Naomi Alderman‘s novel of the same name, the 10-part thriller imagines a world in which all...
- 1/15/2020
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Producer Eric Schotz was getting a haircut on the morning of June 30, 2016, when his life changed.
Schotz was sitting in the barber’s chair when he got an urgent call from his son Andrew, who works at Lmno, the independent production company that Schotz headed for nearly 30 years. The FBI had arrived at the company’s Encino offices with a search warrant seeking documents in connection with an alleged embezzlement scandal that Lmno said it discovered about six months earlier involving its longtime accountant.
The raid marked a sharp escalation of a two-pronged legal battle that Schotz, 62, waged from 2016 to early 2018, with parallel lawsuits filed against the company’s former accountant, Paul Ikegami, and Discovery Communications, one of the industry’s largest buyers of unscripted programming from independent banners such as Lmno.
Discovery countersued and accused Lmno of defrauding the company through its production budgets and of keeping two sets of books.
Schotz was sitting in the barber’s chair when he got an urgent call from his son Andrew, who works at Lmno, the independent production company that Schotz headed for nearly 30 years. The FBI had arrived at the company’s Encino offices with a search warrant seeking documents in connection with an alleged embezzlement scandal that Lmno said it discovered about six months earlier involving its longtime accountant.
The raid marked a sharp escalation of a two-pronged legal battle that Schotz, 62, waged from 2016 to early 2018, with parallel lawsuits filed against the company’s former accountant, Paul Ikegami, and Discovery Communications, one of the industry’s largest buyers of unscripted programming from independent banners such as Lmno.
Discovery countersued and accused Lmno of defrauding the company through its production budgets and of keeping two sets of books.
- 10/2/2019
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has ordered a new lifestyle series that boasts Reese Witherspoon among its executive producers.
The hour-long series will follow master home organizes Clea Sherer and Joanna Teplin, the duo behind The Home Edit company. In each episode, Sherer and Teplin will transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style. Each episode features two organizational projects shaped by the pair’s sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire. Netflix has ordered eight episodes.
Tess Gamboa Meyers will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Witherspoon will executive produce under her Hello Sunshine banner. Other executive producers include Molly Sims, Charlotte Koh, Cynthia Stockhammer, Critical Content’s Tom Forman, Jenny Daly, and Jon Beyer.
News of the series comes after Netflix has found success in the lifestyle space with hits like “Queer Eye” and “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.”
Witherspoon also executive produces and stars in...
The hour-long series will follow master home organizes Clea Sherer and Joanna Teplin, the duo behind The Home Edit company. In each episode, Sherer and Teplin will transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style. Each episode features two organizational projects shaped by the pair’s sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire. Netflix has ordered eight episodes.
Tess Gamboa Meyers will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Witherspoon will executive produce under her Hello Sunshine banner. Other executive producers include Molly Sims, Charlotte Koh, Cynthia Stockhammer, Critical Content’s Tom Forman, Jenny Daly, and Jon Beyer.
News of the series comes after Netflix has found success in the lifestyle space with hits like “Queer Eye” and “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.”
Witherspoon also executive produces and stars in...
- 8/19/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix is expanding its unscripted slate with new lifestyle series The Home Edit, featuring master organizers Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, the duo behind the innovative home organization company. The series hails from Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine banner and Critical Content.
Known for their design-centric approach to arranging and organizing, the New York Times bestselling authors will take on the homes of big-name celebrities and everyday families in the eight-episode series.
The Home Edit, titled after Shearer and Teplin’s book The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals, follows the Nashville-based duo as they dramatically transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style. Each hour-long episode features two organizational projects shaped by Clea & Joanna’s unique sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire, Netflix says.
The series is executive produced by Molly Sims, Hello Sunshine’s Witherspoon, Charlotte Koh,...
Known for their design-centric approach to arranging and organizing, the New York Times bestselling authors will take on the homes of big-name celebrities and everyday families in the eight-episode series.
The Home Edit, titled after Shearer and Teplin’s book The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals, follows the Nashville-based duo as they dramatically transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style. Each hour-long episode features two organizational projects shaped by Clea & Joanna’s unique sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire, Netflix says.
The series is executive produced by Molly Sims, Hello Sunshine’s Witherspoon, Charlotte Koh,...
- 8/19/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix hates mess: The streaming service has begun production on an eight-episode lifestyle series produced by Reese Witherspoon and featuring Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, the pair behind the innovative home organization company The Home Edit.
According to the streaming service, “known for their design-centric approach to arranging and organizing, New York Times bestselling authors Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin will take on the homes of big-name celebrities and everyday families.”
The currently untitled series “follows master organizers Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin as they dramatically transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style,” Netflix’s description said. “Each hour-long episode features two organizational projects shaped by Clea & Joanna’s unique sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire.”
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The project is executive produced by Molly Sims, Hello Sunshine’s Witherspoon,...
According to the streaming service, “known for their design-centric approach to arranging and organizing, New York Times bestselling authors Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin will take on the homes of big-name celebrities and everyday families.”
The currently untitled series “follows master organizers Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin as they dramatically transform the lives of their clients by conquering clutter with their signature style,” Netflix’s description said. “Each hour-long episode features two organizational projects shaped by Clea & Joanna’s unique sense of form-meets-function that will entertain and inspire.”
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The project is executive produced by Molly Sims, Hello Sunshine’s Witherspoon,...
- 8/19/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Bet has ordered the docu-series “Copwatch America” from Renowned Films and Critical Content.
The show will follow the work of activists known as “copwatchers” who try to monitor police activity in volatile areas. Bet has ordered 10 hourlong episodes from Renowned Films and Critical Content.
“Bet Networks is committed to bringing important stories of systemic issues of race and justice across our nation to light. We are taking this on in a way no other brand and network can, through platforms like our powerful ‘Finding Justice’ franchise and our upcoming original docu-series Copwatch America,” said Marisa Levy, VP and head of unscripted for Bet Networks. “We look forward to partnering with acclaimed storytellers Renowned Films and Critical Content and continue to empower our community and focus on activists who use video cameras to protect the rights and in some cases, the lives of African-Americans in police encounters.”
“Copwatch America” is executive produced by Max Welch,...
The show will follow the work of activists known as “copwatchers” who try to monitor police activity in volatile areas. Bet has ordered 10 hourlong episodes from Renowned Films and Critical Content.
“Bet Networks is committed to bringing important stories of systemic issues of race and justice across our nation to light. We are taking this on in a way no other brand and network can, through platforms like our powerful ‘Finding Justice’ franchise and our upcoming original docu-series Copwatch America,” said Marisa Levy, VP and head of unscripted for Bet Networks. “We look forward to partnering with acclaimed storytellers Renowned Films and Critical Content and continue to empower our community and focus on activists who use video cameras to protect the rights and in some cases, the lives of African-Americans in police encounters.”
“Copwatch America” is executive produced by Max Welch,...
- 4/16/2019
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Viacom’s Bet is exploring the men and women on the front lines fighting police brutality and injustice in a ten-part series from Critical Content-backed Renowned Films.
Copwatch America marks the biggest commission to date for the British production company, which has offices in La and which Tom Forman’s Critical owns a stake.
The series is a character-centric ob-doc that follows copwatchers from two U.S. cities including lifelong activists. The copwatchers, armed with cameras, fight every day to protect citizens, amplify the truth, and keep abuses of power in check. It will examine all sides of the story, also featuring police officers who insist they’re just trying to build up their communities.
The show was created by Renowned Films, which was set up by Max Welch, Duane Jones and Tim Withers in 2012, and is co-produced by Critical Content. Welch, Jones and Withers exec produce alongside Forman. The...
Copwatch America marks the biggest commission to date for the British production company, which has offices in La and which Tom Forman’s Critical owns a stake.
The series is a character-centric ob-doc that follows copwatchers from two U.S. cities including lifelong activists. The copwatchers, armed with cameras, fight every day to protect citizens, amplify the truth, and keep abuses of power in check. It will examine all sides of the story, also featuring police officers who insist they’re just trying to build up their communities.
The show was created by Renowned Films, which was set up by Max Welch, Duane Jones and Tim Withers in 2012, and is co-produced by Critical Content. Welch, Jones and Withers exec produce alongside Forman. The...
- 4/16/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Bet has given a 10-episode series order to the docuseries “Copwatch America,” the network announced Tuesday.
Produced by Renowned Films and Critical Content, “Copwatch America” is set to follow “copwatchers” from two U.S. cities, who turn their cameras on police to protect citizens, amplify the truth and keep abuses of power in check.
According to the network, the 10-episode series will feature voices from both sides of the issue, “from police officers who insist they are just trying to build up their communities, to the copwatchers determined to speak truth to power.”
Also Read: Lena Waithe's 'Twenties' Lands Back at Bet, Finally Gets Series Order
Executive producers on the project are Max Welch, Tim Withers and Duane Jones for Renowned Films and Critical Content CEO Tom Forman.
“Bet Networks is committed to bringing important stories of systemic issues of race and justice across our nation to light.
Produced by Renowned Films and Critical Content, “Copwatch America” is set to follow “copwatchers” from two U.S. cities, who turn their cameras on police to protect citizens, amplify the truth and keep abuses of power in check.
According to the network, the 10-episode series will feature voices from both sides of the issue, “from police officers who insist they are just trying to build up their communities, to the copwatchers determined to speak truth to power.”
Also Read: Lena Waithe's 'Twenties' Lands Back at Bet, Finally Gets Series Order
Executive producers on the project are Max Welch, Tim Withers and Duane Jones for Renowned Films and Critical Content CEO Tom Forman.
“Bet Networks is committed to bringing important stories of systemic issues of race and justice across our nation to light.
- 4/16/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
John Legend and “American Idol” producer Simon Lythgoe will produce “Love at First Song,” which combines the two popular mainstays of reality TV: music and dating.
The “All of Me” singer’s Get Lifted Film Co. is partnering with Critical Content and Lythgoe’s Legacy Productions to develop the show’s format for American audiences. The format originated from South Korean entertainment company Cj Enm, who first aired the show in Vietnam in 2018, where it was a huge hit.
“Love at First Song” pairs couples through emotional performances in which single singers blindly rehearse a romantic duet, then reveal themselves and their potential chemistry during a performance. The couples live together, practice together, perform and compete together, but may swap partners in every episode — for love or music.
“Love at First Song is really the best of two great genres: performance and dating, as contestants literally fall in love and...
The “All of Me” singer’s Get Lifted Film Co. is partnering with Critical Content and Lythgoe’s Legacy Productions to develop the show’s format for American audiences. The format originated from South Korean entertainment company Cj Enm, who first aired the show in Vietnam in 2018, where it was a huge hit.
“Love at First Song” pairs couples through emotional performances in which single singers blindly rehearse a romantic duet, then reveal themselves and their potential chemistry during a performance. The couples live together, practice together, perform and compete together, but may swap partners in every episode — for love or music.
“Love at First Song is really the best of two great genres: performance and dating, as contestants literally fall in love and...
- 3/27/2019
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
John Legend and “American Idol” producer Simon Lythgoe are among those teaming up to develop “Love at First Song,” a music competition-dating show hybrid, Variety has learned.
The show, which is based on a format first seen on Vietnamese TV and hails from South Korean entertainment and mass media company Cj Enm, will likely try and emulate the success of Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” another adaptation of a hit Asian music show which came from a South Korean entertainment entity.
The U.S. version of “Love at First Song” is being developed by Critical Content, Get Lifted Film Co and Lythgoe’s Legacy Productions, with Legend serving as an executive producer.
“Love at First Song” pairs two singers together and has them “virtually” rehearse a romantic duet, before revealing themselves and their potential chemistry during a live performance. The couples then live together, practice together, perform and compete together,...
The show, which is based on a format first seen on Vietnamese TV and hails from South Korean entertainment and mass media company Cj Enm, will likely try and emulate the success of Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” another adaptation of a hit Asian music show which came from a South Korean entertainment entity.
The U.S. version of “Love at First Song” is being developed by Critical Content, Get Lifted Film Co and Lythgoe’s Legacy Productions, with Legend serving as an executive producer.
“Love at First Song” pairs two singers together and has them “virtually” rehearse a romantic duet, before revealing themselves and their potential chemistry during a live performance. The couples then live together, practice together, perform and compete together,...
- 3/27/2019
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
A U.S. version of hit music/dating show Love At First Song based on South Korea’s Cj Enm’s TV format is being developed by Critical Content, John Legend’s Get Lifted Film Co. and American Idol and Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings producer Simon Lythgoe and his Legacy Productions.
Love At First Song originally premiered on January 14, 2018, on Vietnam’s VTV3, ranking #1 in its time slot and boosting network ratings.
The hybrid music/dating competition series creates couples through emotional performances in which single singers “virtually” rehearse a romantic duet, then reveal themselves and their potential chemistry during performance. These couples then live together, practice together, perform and compete together, but may swap partners in every episode — for love or music.
Critical Content’s Tom Forman and Jenny Daly will executive produce with Get Lifted’s Mike Jackson, John Legend and Ty Stiklorius, and Lythgoe. The project...
Love At First Song originally premiered on January 14, 2018, on Vietnam’s VTV3, ranking #1 in its time slot and boosting network ratings.
The hybrid music/dating competition series creates couples through emotional performances in which single singers “virtually” rehearse a romantic duet, then reveal themselves and their potential chemistry during performance. These couples then live together, practice together, perform and compete together, but may swap partners in every episode — for love or music.
Critical Content’s Tom Forman and Jenny Daly will executive produce with Get Lifted’s Mike Jackson, John Legend and Ty Stiklorius, and Lythgoe. The project...
- 3/27/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Discovery’s Travel Channel is searching for ghosts following its rebrand rather than focusing on traditional travelogues.
The network rebranded at the end of last year with a new logo – Trvl – and has launched a raft of paranormal series including Ghost Adventures, Haunted Live, specials including Chris Jericho: Monster Hunt and month-long event Ghostober.
Its latest series is Portals to Hell starring Jack Osboune and paranormal researcher and investigator Katrina Weidman.
Travel Channel boss Jane Latman told Deadline, “You can see from the logo that we’re trying to redefine what travel is for today’s audience. We have a saying in our development room which is ‘if you can find it on YouTube or Yelp, let’s not make a TV show about it’. We’re really trying to redefine the brand for today.”
Osbourne also joked to Deadline, “We also went to eight different cities.”
The show,...
The network rebranded at the end of last year with a new logo – Trvl – and has launched a raft of paranormal series including Ghost Adventures, Haunted Live, specials including Chris Jericho: Monster Hunt and month-long event Ghostober.
Its latest series is Portals to Hell starring Jack Osboune and paranormal researcher and investigator Katrina Weidman.
Travel Channel boss Jane Latman told Deadline, “You can see from the logo that we’re trying to redefine what travel is for today’s audience. We have a saying in our development room which is ‘if you can find it on YouTube or Yelp, let’s not make a TV show about it’. We’re really trying to redefine the brand for today.”
Osbourne also joked to Deadline, “We also went to eight different cities.”
The show,...
- 2/12/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Animal Planet has ordered new series “Hanging With the Hendersons,” TheWrap has learned exclusively. The show stars “singing veterinarian” Dr. Ross Henderson and his family at their practice, Colorado’s Fox Hollow Animal Hospital.
Remember Ross? Be swooned by his viral video below, in which the 30-year-old vet comforts a nervous dog before surgery.
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Fox Hollow is very much a family-run clinic, with multiple dedicated Hendersons working both on the front lines and behind the scenes. Dr. Tony Henderson, his wife Debbie, their sons Dr. Ross, Dr. Ryan, and Cole — plus the extended clinic family and numerous pets, including Tony’s beloved golden retriever and sidekick Lord Barrington — work hard and have fun in their warm and welcoming offices, per Animal Planet’s description. Tony, who turned his passion for animals into a...
Remember Ross? Be swooned by his viral video below, in which the 30-year-old vet comforts a nervous dog before surgery.
Also Read: Discovery's 'Street Outlaws' to Air $200,000 Winner-Take-All Race on New Year's Day (Exclusive)
Fox Hollow is very much a family-run clinic, with multiple dedicated Hendersons working both on the front lines and behind the scenes. Dr. Tony Henderson, his wife Debbie, their sons Dr. Ross, Dr. Ryan, and Cole — plus the extended clinic family and numerous pets, including Tony’s beloved golden retriever and sidekick Lord Barrington — work hard and have fun in their warm and welcoming offices, per Animal Planet’s description. Tony, who turned his passion for animals into a...
- 12/12/2018
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Independent reality producer Critical Content (formerly Relativity Television) has closed a deal to acquire the assets of T Group Productions, the unscripted production company founded in 2010 by Jenny Daly.
Following the transaction, Daly has been named President, Critical Content Studios, a new role where she will oversee day-to-day management of development and production of the combined Critical Content and T Group slates. She will report to Critical Content’s founder and CEO Tom Forman.
Critical Content in February laid off a third of its staff in a reorganization, with the capital relocated toward growth in the form of ramping up production for digital platform as well as acquisitions. The company previously took a stake in UK’s Renowned Films.
Since establishing T Group in 2010, Daly has created, sold and produced such series and specials as Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour (A&E), Very Cavalleri (E!), Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic (Freeform), 24 to...
Following the transaction, Daly has been named President, Critical Content Studios, a new role where she will oversee day-to-day management of development and production of the combined Critical Content and T Group slates. She will report to Critical Content’s founder and CEO Tom Forman.
Critical Content in February laid off a third of its staff in a reorganization, with the capital relocated toward growth in the form of ramping up production for digital platform as well as acquisitions. The company previously took a stake in UK’s Renowned Films.
Since establishing T Group in 2010, Daly has created, sold and produced such series and specials as Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour (A&E), Very Cavalleri (E!), Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic (Freeform), 24 to...
- 11/27/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Critical Content is expanding.
Tom Forman's company has acquired Jenny Daly's T Group Productions, with the latter merging into Critical Content and creating a larger independent nonfiction studio. As part of the deal, Daly will become president of Critical Content Studios in a newly formed role in which she will oversee day-to-day management of development and production of the combined slates. Critical Content founder and CEO Forman will expand his purview to focus on growth opportunities, developing formats for streaming and broadcast platforms and international expansion.
T Group's assets and employees will be combined into Critical Content....
Tom Forman's company has acquired Jenny Daly's T Group Productions, with the latter merging into Critical Content and creating a larger independent nonfiction studio. As part of the deal, Daly will become president of Critical Content Studios in a newly formed role in which she will oversee day-to-day management of development and production of the combined slates. Critical Content founder and CEO Forman will expand his purview to focus on growth opportunities, developing formats for streaming and broadcast platforms and international expansion.
T Group's assets and employees will be combined into Critical Content....
- 11/27/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Exclusive: Before the world premiere this evening of Sony Crackle original series StartUp at the Tribeca TV Festival, the streaming service has released the trailer for the show’s third season.
Mira Sorvino appears in the 10-episode season in a guest star role as Nsa Agent Rebecca Stroud, who is investigating the show’s centerpiece outfit ArakNet. Stroud, as the trailer shows, is prepared to go to any lengths to try to bring down ArakNet, the creation of a group of tech entrepreneurs.
The show will begin streaming on Crackle on November 1, after a preview period on Amazon devices starting October 22.
Also aboard for Season 3 are Zachary Knighton, Tyler Labine and Jason Kravits.
The show’s returning cast includes Adam Brody, Ron Perlman, Edi Gathegi, Otmara Marrero and Addison Timlin.
Sorvino also appears in Audience Network’s new series Condor. Over the past year, she has emerged as a potent...
Mira Sorvino appears in the 10-episode season in a guest star role as Nsa Agent Rebecca Stroud, who is investigating the show’s centerpiece outfit ArakNet. Stroud, as the trailer shows, is prepared to go to any lengths to try to bring down ArakNet, the creation of a group of tech entrepreneurs.
The show will begin streaming on Crackle on November 1, after a preview period on Amazon devices starting October 22.
Also aboard for Season 3 are Zachary Knighton, Tyler Labine and Jason Kravits.
The show’s returning cast includes Adam Brody, Ron Perlman, Edi Gathegi, Otmara Marrero and Addison Timlin.
Sorvino also appears in Audience Network’s new series Condor. Over the past year, she has emerged as a potent...
- 9/21/2018
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Bravo is expanding to seven nights a week of primetime original programming, executive vice president of program strategy, lifestyle networks and production Jerry Leo said Wednesday.
The cable network is also adding 11 new shows while renewing 20 series, including “Vanderpump Rules,” “Married to Medicine,” “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles,” “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” and “Top Chef.”
“Our brand offers a unique environment for our viewers to escape with drama that is fun and funny, yet far from their normal reality,” Leo said.
Also Read: Janice Dickinson Says She Was Tricked Into 'Shahs of Sunset' Villain Role in New Lawsuit
“By doubling down on noisy formats and big characters, expanding our lifestyle programming in the design and home space, and offering seven nights a week of originals, we’ll be able to serve our fans more of what they crave while also attracting new viewers with our wide scope of programming,” he continued.
“The Bravo fan continues to be one of the most affluent and loyal viewers on all platforms, deepening our conversations with marketers,” added executive vice president of lifestyle and Hispanic advertising sales at NBCUniversal Laura Molen. “This type of engagement means everything to our clients who are looking to make the most advertising impact, which is especially strong in Bravo’s original series.”
“Don’t Be Tardy,” “Flipping Out,” “Shahs of Sunset,” “Southern Charm Savannah,” “Million Dollar Listing New York” and “The Real Housewives” of Atlanta, Beverly Hills, Orange County, New Jersey and Dallas “Imposters,” “The Real Housewives of New York,” “Southern Charm,” “Below Deck Mediterranean,” and “The Real Housewives of Potomac” have also been renewed.
Also Read: 'The Fifth Beatle' Brian Epstein to Get Limited Series Treatment on Bravo
Among Bravo’s new programming is the “Dirty John” series starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana, based on the Los Angeles Times podcast of the same name.
See the rest of the new shows coming to Bravo below:
“Thom and Carson Project” (Working Title)
Produced by Critical Content and Free Range Media with David Metzler, Tom Forman, Jon Beyer, Thom Filicia, Carson Kressley, Jason Hollis and Grace Lee-Toumanidis serving as executive producers.
Carson Kressley and Thom Filicia are here to help fight the uniformity and ubiquity of American home design. In this new series, Thom takes Carson under his wing to teach him interior design by channeling Carson’s impeccable sense for fashion. The formidable duo will create breathtaking and affordable home re-designs for their lucky clients using expert skills mixed with their signature endearing charm fans fell in love with during “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.”
Also Read: How 'Vanderpump Rules' Supported Trans Character Behind the Camera
“Mexican Dynasties” (Working Title)
Produced by Shed Media and Campanario Entertainment with Pam Healey and Lisa Shannon serving as executive producers from Shed Media and Jaime Davila serving as executive producer from Campanario Entertainment.
Mexico City is the modern cultural mecca of Latin America, and is home to some of the planet’s richest elite. This series will put a spotlight on the notoriously private, high society world in Mexico City by focusing on three family dynasties that made their fortunes in the entertainment, beverage, and luxury car company industries. This docuseries will explore these successful multigenerational families through both comedy and heart in ways that only close-knit relatives can, particularly those that have known one another for decades. They will challenge stereotypes and showcase the revealing, luxurious and over the top lifestyles in this cosmopolitan destination.
“Untitled San Antonio Project” (Working Title)
Produced by Adjacent Productions and Psg Motion Pictures with Bill Fritz serving as executive producer for Adjacent Productions and Anna Rodzinkski serving as executive producer for Psg Motion Pictures.
This docuseries follows a tight knit group of women and their families living in San Antonio, Texas, who are affluent, sophisticated U.S. citizens or recently naturalized citizens of Mexican decent. In their upscale and beautiful gated communities, these women will face a new set of challenges in adapting to Us culture while working to keep their roots alive and well.
“Married to Medicine: Los Angeles”
Produced by Freemantle North America and developed by Purveyors of Pop with Matt Anderson and Nate Green serving as executive producers.
This new series expands the fan-favorite “Married to Medicine” to the West Coast. In the city of glitz and glam, these doctors save lives by day and walk red carpets at night. The docuseries features a group of friends living, working and playing in this exclusive medical community, and with Hollywood at their fingertips, these ladies never truly know who’s real and what’s fake.
“Welcome to Waverly”
Produced by Our House Media with Matt Hannah, Simon Lloyd, Joe Houlihan, Jen Morton and Paul Storck serving as executive producers.
In a real litmus test for our divided country, a diverse group of people from America’s biggest cities have agreed to pick up and move to the heartland of Waverly, Kansas, where they’ll live and work alongside some very traditional locals. During this clash of American cultures, will preconceived notions be turned upside down? Are we too divided or are we all more like-minded than we think? The town’s response to these fish-out-of-water city slickers is often hilarious and quite surprising.
“Unanchored” (Working Title)
Produced by Evolution Media with Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin & Bill Langworthy
Catch a rare glimpse into the secret second life of young, elite professionals in “Unanchored,” a brand-new docuseries that follows a group of best friends as they embark on their next travel adventure – an exclusive floating festival in the Bahamas where they’ll join 30 yachts. The group leaves behind their high-level careers to travel the breathtaking Bahamas and embrace a subculture of elaborate costumes, eccentric rules, and hallowed traditions. “Unanchored” is a story about finding your tribe–and all the laughter, heartbreak, and adventure that comes with it.
“Backyard Envy” (Working Title)
Produced by World of Wonder and Renowned Films with Fenton Baily, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell, Todd Radnitz and Brian Robel serving as executive producers for World of Wonder and Max Welch, Tim Withers and Duane Jones serving as executive producers for Renowned Films.
Manscapers is New York City’s most exclusive exterior design and landscaping firm, specializing in full outdoor renovation design for the area’s most demanding clients. From rooftops in Manhattan to backyards in the burbs, this series follows James DeSantis, Garrett Magee, and Melissa Brasier as they transform barren outdoor spaces into lush, jaw-dropping oases. These “Two Wills and a Grace” are put to the test as they juggle tight deadlines, multiple clients and each other.
“Buying it Blind”
Produced by Kinetic Content with Chris Coelen, Katie Griffin, Eric Detwiler, Robert Zimmerman and Jennifer Faison Herron serving as executive producers.
This series will follow different couples that can’t decide, or can’t agree, on what kind of home to buy. At a breaking point, they decide to take a radical step and blindly hand the decision – and their entire budget – over to a team of three industry experts who will be charged with making the choice for these couples. The expert team will choose the property for the buyer, who will not get to view the property prior to purchase, and then be challenged to take the house through a stunning renovation. Will the experts create the buyer’s dream home? Or will the client end up with buyer’s remorse?
“Flipping Exes”
Produced by Rock Shrimp Productions with Bobby Flay, Kim Martin, Danielle Medina and René Rainey serving as executive producers.
After their break up, real life ex-girlfriend/ex-boyfriend Nina Klemm and Michael LeSure launched a house flipping business in Carmel, Indiana (nicknamed “the Beverly Hills of the Midwest”) called “Flipping Exes.” The show will follow their flipping business, Nina’s work as a local realtor of high-end properties, and of course, the unique relationship between Michael, Nina and their staff in a show that seamlessly mixes real estate and comedy.
“Sweet Home”
Produced by Evolution Media with Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin, Brian McCarthy and Jen Morton serving as executive producers.
“Sweet Home” follows Jennifer Welch and her design business as she and her team, Alex, Sarah and Sabah, take on residential and commercial clients all over Oklahoma City. In each hour-long episode, viewers will see a project come together as Jennifer delivers sophisticated designs with the vision, passion, and sharp wit that she is known for, all while living/dealing with her ex-husband Josh as they raise their growing boys. As always, hijinks are in style as gal-pal Angie “Pumps” Sullivan is back for more hilarious fun.
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The cable network is also adding 11 new shows while renewing 20 series, including “Vanderpump Rules,” “Married to Medicine,” “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles,” “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” and “Top Chef.”
“Our brand offers a unique environment for our viewers to escape with drama that is fun and funny, yet far from their normal reality,” Leo said.
Also Read: Janice Dickinson Says She Was Tricked Into 'Shahs of Sunset' Villain Role in New Lawsuit
“By doubling down on noisy formats and big characters, expanding our lifestyle programming in the design and home space, and offering seven nights a week of originals, we’ll be able to serve our fans more of what they crave while also attracting new viewers with our wide scope of programming,” he continued.
“The Bravo fan continues to be one of the most affluent and loyal viewers on all platforms, deepening our conversations with marketers,” added executive vice president of lifestyle and Hispanic advertising sales at NBCUniversal Laura Molen. “This type of engagement means everything to our clients who are looking to make the most advertising impact, which is especially strong in Bravo’s original series.”
“Don’t Be Tardy,” “Flipping Out,” “Shahs of Sunset,” “Southern Charm Savannah,” “Million Dollar Listing New York” and “The Real Housewives” of Atlanta, Beverly Hills, Orange County, New Jersey and Dallas “Imposters,” “The Real Housewives of New York,” “Southern Charm,” “Below Deck Mediterranean,” and “The Real Housewives of Potomac” have also been renewed.
Also Read: 'The Fifth Beatle' Brian Epstein to Get Limited Series Treatment on Bravo
Among Bravo’s new programming is the “Dirty John” series starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana, based on the Los Angeles Times podcast of the same name.
See the rest of the new shows coming to Bravo below:
“Thom and Carson Project” (Working Title)
Produced by Critical Content and Free Range Media with David Metzler, Tom Forman, Jon Beyer, Thom Filicia, Carson Kressley, Jason Hollis and Grace Lee-Toumanidis serving as executive producers.
Carson Kressley and Thom Filicia are here to help fight the uniformity and ubiquity of American home design. In this new series, Thom takes Carson under his wing to teach him interior design by channeling Carson’s impeccable sense for fashion. The formidable duo will create breathtaking and affordable home re-designs for their lucky clients using expert skills mixed with their signature endearing charm fans fell in love with during “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.”
Also Read: How 'Vanderpump Rules' Supported Trans Character Behind the Camera
“Mexican Dynasties” (Working Title)
Produced by Shed Media and Campanario Entertainment with Pam Healey and Lisa Shannon serving as executive producers from Shed Media and Jaime Davila serving as executive producer from Campanario Entertainment.
Mexico City is the modern cultural mecca of Latin America, and is home to some of the planet’s richest elite. This series will put a spotlight on the notoriously private, high society world in Mexico City by focusing on three family dynasties that made their fortunes in the entertainment, beverage, and luxury car company industries. This docuseries will explore these successful multigenerational families through both comedy and heart in ways that only close-knit relatives can, particularly those that have known one another for decades. They will challenge stereotypes and showcase the revealing, luxurious and over the top lifestyles in this cosmopolitan destination.
“Untitled San Antonio Project” (Working Title)
Produced by Adjacent Productions and Psg Motion Pictures with Bill Fritz serving as executive producer for Adjacent Productions and Anna Rodzinkski serving as executive producer for Psg Motion Pictures.
This docuseries follows a tight knit group of women and their families living in San Antonio, Texas, who are affluent, sophisticated U.S. citizens or recently naturalized citizens of Mexican decent. In their upscale and beautiful gated communities, these women will face a new set of challenges in adapting to Us culture while working to keep their roots alive and well.
“Married to Medicine: Los Angeles”
Produced by Freemantle North America and developed by Purveyors of Pop with Matt Anderson and Nate Green serving as executive producers.
This new series expands the fan-favorite “Married to Medicine” to the West Coast. In the city of glitz and glam, these doctors save lives by day and walk red carpets at night. The docuseries features a group of friends living, working and playing in this exclusive medical community, and with Hollywood at their fingertips, these ladies never truly know who’s real and what’s fake.
“Welcome to Waverly”
Produced by Our House Media with Matt Hannah, Simon Lloyd, Joe Houlihan, Jen Morton and Paul Storck serving as executive producers.
In a real litmus test for our divided country, a diverse group of people from America’s biggest cities have agreed to pick up and move to the heartland of Waverly, Kansas, where they’ll live and work alongside some very traditional locals. During this clash of American cultures, will preconceived notions be turned upside down? Are we too divided or are we all more like-minded than we think? The town’s response to these fish-out-of-water city slickers is often hilarious and quite surprising.
“Unanchored” (Working Title)
Produced by Evolution Media with Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin & Bill Langworthy
Catch a rare glimpse into the secret second life of young, elite professionals in “Unanchored,” a brand-new docuseries that follows a group of best friends as they embark on their next travel adventure – an exclusive floating festival in the Bahamas where they’ll join 30 yachts. The group leaves behind their high-level careers to travel the breathtaking Bahamas and embrace a subculture of elaborate costumes, eccentric rules, and hallowed traditions. “Unanchored” is a story about finding your tribe–and all the laughter, heartbreak, and adventure that comes with it.
“Backyard Envy” (Working Title)
Produced by World of Wonder and Renowned Films with Fenton Baily, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell, Todd Radnitz and Brian Robel serving as executive producers for World of Wonder and Max Welch, Tim Withers and Duane Jones serving as executive producers for Renowned Films.
Manscapers is New York City’s most exclusive exterior design and landscaping firm, specializing in full outdoor renovation design for the area’s most demanding clients. From rooftops in Manhattan to backyards in the burbs, this series follows James DeSantis, Garrett Magee, and Melissa Brasier as they transform barren outdoor spaces into lush, jaw-dropping oases. These “Two Wills and a Grace” are put to the test as they juggle tight deadlines, multiple clients and each other.
“Buying it Blind”
Produced by Kinetic Content with Chris Coelen, Katie Griffin, Eric Detwiler, Robert Zimmerman and Jennifer Faison Herron serving as executive producers.
This series will follow different couples that can’t decide, or can’t agree, on what kind of home to buy. At a breaking point, they decide to take a radical step and blindly hand the decision – and their entire budget – over to a team of three industry experts who will be charged with making the choice for these couples. The expert team will choose the property for the buyer, who will not get to view the property prior to purchase, and then be challenged to take the house through a stunning renovation. Will the experts create the buyer’s dream home? Or will the client end up with buyer’s remorse?
“Flipping Exes”
Produced by Rock Shrimp Productions with Bobby Flay, Kim Martin, Danielle Medina and René Rainey serving as executive producers.
After their break up, real life ex-girlfriend/ex-boyfriend Nina Klemm and Michael LeSure launched a house flipping business in Carmel, Indiana (nicknamed “the Beverly Hills of the Midwest”) called “Flipping Exes.” The show will follow their flipping business, Nina’s work as a local realtor of high-end properties, and of course, the unique relationship between Michael, Nina and their staff in a show that seamlessly mixes real estate and comedy.
“Sweet Home”
Produced by Evolution Media with Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin, Brian McCarthy and Jen Morton serving as executive producers.
“Sweet Home” follows Jennifer Welch and her design business as she and her team, Alex, Sarah and Sabah, take on residential and commercial clients all over Oklahoma City. In each hour-long episode, viewers will see a project come together as Jennifer delivers sophisticated designs with the vision, passion, and sharp wit that she is known for, all while living/dealing with her ex-husband Josh as they raise their growing boys. As always, hijinks are in style as gal-pal Angie “Pumps” Sullivan is back for more hilarious fun.
Read original story Bravo to Air Original Programming on Saturday Nights for First Time Ever At TheWrap...
- 4/11/2018
- by Ashley Boucher
- The Wrap
Bravo has announced renewals for 20 of their original series. In addition, the cable network will expand to seven nights a week of original programming beginning in Fall 2018.
The network has confirmed new season orders for the following shows: “Vanderpump Rules,” “Married to Medicine,” “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles,” “Don’t Be Tardy,” “Flipping Out,” “Shahs of Sunset,” “Southern Charm Savannah,” “Million Dollar Listing New York” and “The Real Housewives” of Atlanta, Beverly Hills, Orange County, New Jersey and Dallas. These series join the recently premiered original scripted series “Imposters,” and unscripted hits “The Real Housewives of New York,”“Southern Charm,” and “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” as well as new seasons of “Below Deck Mediterranean,” the late night talk show “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” and “Top Chef.”
Bravo is the number one cable network among female viewers in the 18-49 and 25-54 demographics. Bravo also finished the...
The network has confirmed new season orders for the following shows: “Vanderpump Rules,” “Married to Medicine,” “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles,” “Don’t Be Tardy,” “Flipping Out,” “Shahs of Sunset,” “Southern Charm Savannah,” “Million Dollar Listing New York” and “The Real Housewives” of Atlanta, Beverly Hills, Orange County, New Jersey and Dallas. These series join the recently premiered original scripted series “Imposters,” and unscripted hits “The Real Housewives of New York,”“Southern Charm,” and “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” as well as new seasons of “Below Deck Mediterranean,” the late night talk show “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” and “Top Chef.”
Bravo is the number one cable network among female viewers in the 18-49 and 25-54 demographics. Bravo also finished the...
- 4/11/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
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