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Wednesday October 11, 2023
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Today’s Premieres
Amazon Prime: The Greatest Show Never Made
Apple TV+: Messi Meets America
Disney+: 4Ever
Hulu: Nada
ID: Crimefeed at 11p
Netflix: Pact of Silence; Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul
Today’s Finale
PBS: America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston at 8p
IN THE NEWS
Sinclair Broadcast Group is feathering its broadcast stations with The Nest, launching October 30. The network will deliver “comfort food programming,” including home-improvement, true-crime, factual reality series and celebrity-driven family shows. “We’re excited to bring this breadth of hit library series to add another layer to The Stack, Sinclair’s portfolio of linear networks featuring Comet, CHARGE! and TBD. The Nest couples the power and growth of free-to-consumer, over-the-air distribution with great content that viewers love. We’re confident the combination will deliver a premium experience for audiences and a great environment for advertisers,” said Scott Ehrlich, Chief Innovation Officer, Sinclair, Inc. The Nest replaces the Stadium network on stations across the country.
Jerry Seinfeld hinted “something is going to happen” with a “Seinfeld” revival. During his stand-up show in Boston this past weekend, Seinfeld said he had a “little secret” related to the series’ ending. “Just what you are thinking about, Larry [David] and I have also been thinking about, so you’ll see… You’ll see.”
John Cena could leave the WWE once the SAG-AFTRA strike finishes. “I’ve made it clear that you can’t do both because of the liability insurance,” said Cena at a press conference after “WWE Fastlane.” “If I were to try and juggle both, that’s very selfish because I would put a whole lot of people in the movie business out of work if something were to happen to me.”
Ebony Media Group and Lionsgate have teamed up to launch Ebony TV by Lionsgate. Starting today, the FAST channel – featuring titles such as “The Great Debaters,” “Snitch,” “Dear White People” and more – will be available on Samsung TV Plus. Before the end of the month, the channel will also be available on The Roku Channel, Tubi and Amazon Freevee.
iSpot.tv and Paramount Global announced a currency partnership that facilitates transactions for both linear and total cross-platform reach for Paramount’s portfolio of networks and platforms. “Paramount has taken the lead in accelerating new measurement and currency enablement because the future of our industry depends on it,” said John Halley, President of Paramount Advertising. “We are committed to supporting all new currency providers certified by the US Joint Industry Committee, and we look forward to bringing greater transparency and flexibility to the way TV is transacted and measured. Our partnership with iSpot helps facilitate that goal.”
TelevisaUnivision launched 10 new channels on Samsung TV Plus. Customers now have access to Noticia Univision 24/7, Zona TUDN, Rebelde, Cine de Oro, Aquí y Ahora, Cine de Retro, Galanes, Pequenos Gigantes, Como Dice El Dicho and Las 3 Marias.
Studio 100 Media has acquired a stake in 3 Doubles Animation Studio. The independent studio for children’s and family entertainment has already collaborated with 3 Doubles on various projects, including the feature film “Giants of La Mancha” and “Mia and Me: The Hero of Centopia.” Said Darío Sanchez, CEO and producer at 3 Doubles, “As a newly added shareholder, Studio 100 Media is the perfect match for Viva’s [Kids] and our collaboration with the aim of becoming a global powerhouse.”
In another deal, Jellysmack has acquired Dan Abrams’ Law&Crime Network. “I’m excited to join reach and impact of digital content,” said Abrams, chief legal analyst for ABC News and CEO-founder of Abrams Media. “Together, we can take the Law&Crime Network to new heights, reaching a global audience that is increasingly hungry for captivating legal and true crime stories.” |
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| PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Paramount will no longer develop limited series in the US, according to Nicole Clemens. The president of Paramount Television Studios and Paramount+ Original scripted series said at MIA Market, “They are still happening internationally and people are still looking for opportunistic ways to make hit limited series but we are looking for contemporary, ongoing shows.”
World of Wonders ordered “House of Laughs.” The stand-up comedy series starring Joel Kim Booster, Cameron Esposito and more, as well as “Grag Hearts Drag” with the “Drag Race Brasil” host join “RuPaul’s Drag Race Live Untucked” on WOW Presents Plus.
Sinking Ship Entertainment announced the new kids’ detective series “Wordsville.” Created by Christin Simms, the live-action literacy mystery series is set for production early next year.
NEW & RETURNING SERIES
“Kingdom Business” returns to BET+ on November 2. The series explores the gospel music industry through the lenses of family, faith, love and music.
The Belles are back on November 10 at 9p. OWN’s unscripted series “Belle Collective” returns with new episodes, spotlighting six Southern women in their community of Jackson, Mississippi.
“Spy in the Ocean,” a nature miniseries, dives deep in the world of underwater animal behavior starting Wednesday, October 25 at 8p on PBS (check local listings). John Downer Productions-created animatronic spy cameras captured footage of whale calves, sharks, dolphins, octopuses and more to tell the story of how ocean animals possess emotions similar to humans. Said Fred Kaufman, executive producer, “The ocean is a harsh place, but these spy cameras reveal that it is also full of beauty and wonder, and that the creatures who call it home are full of intelligence and emotion.”
STREAMING
“The Spiderwick Chronicles” has moved to Roku. Starring Christian Slater and Joy Bryant, the eight-episode series from Paramount Television Studios and 20th Television, which was axed from the Disney+ production slate, will premiere on Roku early next year.
Paramount+ original film “The Rescue: Weight of the World” premieres on November 3. Set in Buenos Aires in the 1980s, the film centers on the hidden forces behind Argentine democracy. Directed by Daniela Goggi, the Argentine film starring Rodrigo De La Serna was produced by Paramount Television International Studios, Rei Cine and Infinity Hill.
9 Story Media Group unveiled its first branded channel on YouTube, and plans for its first FAST channel through a partnership with Cineverse. The 9 Story channel includes seven seasons of “Barney and Friends” and “Garfield and Friends,” as well as multiple seasons of “Angelina Ballerina” and “Guess How Much I Love You.” The YouTube channel is now available with FAST channels expected to launch in 2024.
SPORTS ROUNDUP
Barry Melrose is retiring as NHL analyst for ESPN after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s. “I’ve had over 50 extraordinary years playing, coaching and analyzing the world’s greatest game, hockey,” said Melrose, 67, in a statement. “It’s now time to hang up my skates and focus on my health, my family, including my supportive wife Cindy, and whatever comes next.” In a tribute posted on X, Wayne Gretzky said, “My friend Barry Melrose, he’s bigger than any team. For decades he’s been suiting up — and I mean suiting up — for the game, for the sport, for hockey. … You see, hockey is more than a game, it’s a community, a finely tuned orchestra, and Barry was our conductor.
The New York Jets have officially launched their Crucial Catch: Intercept Cancer 2023 campaign. To kick off their efforts, Jets DL Solomon Thomas and LB C.J. Mosley visited Atlantic Health System’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital to invite five children who are undergoing or have completed treatment to attend the team’s Crucial Catch game this Sunday. The team also hosted a “Day of Relaxation” for mothers and daughters who have undergone cancer treatment.
TECH TALK
The DPAA Global Summit took place Tuesday at NYC’s Chelsea Piers, to a packed house galvanized by master of ceremonies/DPAA president and CEO Barry Frey and speakers including Tariq Hassan, Chief Marketing & Customer Experience Officer at McDonald’s; Kira Rich, Google’s AR/XR Product Marketing; Todd Kaplan, CMO of Pepsi, and more. One takeaway? “You can’t buy reach and relevance anymore,” said Mastercard’s VP of Global Media Traci Spiegelman. As it gets more and more difficult to reach a brand’s targets where they are, she noted, “Out of home is one of those channels that will stand the test of time.”
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GOING GLOBAL
Blink Films is in production on “Concorde: The Untold Story.” The UK indie film production company’s new series, in co-production with Smithsonian Channel, Channel 4, France Télévisions, RTL/ntv, SBS and PBS International, sets out to expose the truth behind the airliner. The series will be launched to the international market at MIPCOM 2023.
OneGate Media landed the global distribution rights for “Isolated.” The drama series set on Utö Island tells the story of a ferry that disappears into the Baltic Sea horizon, affecting a nearby island. The series’ first episode screens at MIPCOM next month, with the series set to air in 2024.
The global premiere for the new “Tom and Jerry” Singapore miniseries is set for October 21. All seven episodes will be globally available via the Cartoon Network Asia YouTube channel. Christopher Ho, head of kids – Southeast Asia, Warner Bros. Discovery, said, “It was important for us to create stories and environments that feel authentically ‘Singapore’ – and at the same time honour the distinct animation style and sense of humor that has made ‘Tom and Jerry’ so well loved for generations.”
ITV Studios announced its premium drama sales and new MIPCOM scripted slate. The second season of “World on Fire,” written by multi-award-winning Peter Bowker, Rachel Bennette and Matt Jones, has sold to 80 territories. The studios’ new slate of drama titles includes “Until I Kill You,” “After the Flood,” “The Way,” “Human Hour,” “After the Party” and more.
Channel 4 ordered “Russia’s Lost Sons” (w/t) from Evan Williams Productions. The new documentary following a group of women searching for their sons, husbands and brothers who have gone missing during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is due to air in November.
The BBC has acquired the UK rights to the latest season of “Octonauts: Above & Beyond.” Earlier seasons of the series are also available on Cbeebies and BBC iPlayer along with the market leading kids’ blocks of Super RTL in Germany and from January 2024, ABC in Australia. |
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| RATINGS
“The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” came out on top. With a delayed viewing lift – its highest three-day lift in more than five years – the talker averaged 2.79 million viewers throughout the week in Live+3.
“Monster High 2” premiered on Nickelodeon Thursday as the #1 cable program among kids ages 2-11. The movie delivered 389,000 viewers in Live+3, up 56% from same-day data. Across airings on Nick, Nick at Nite, Nicktoons and TeenNick, the film reached an audience of 2.6 million for all its weekend airings.
The Red River rivalry scored the biggest audience in college football week six. Approximately 7.9 million people tuned in to watch the Oklahoma v. Texas game on ABC and ESPN2 on Saturday – the largest audience for that matchup since 2009. Alabama v. Texas A&M drew 7.2 million viewers and Notre Dame v. Louisville came in at 5.12 million viewers.
Basic Cable Top 10 Ratings for the week of October 2
P2+ AA (000)
Primetime
ESPN 2635
FOX News 2046
MSNBC 1487
TBS 925
Hallmark 826
ESPN2825
HGTV 781
CNN 779
INSP 633
FOX Sports 1 625
Total Day
FOX News 1297
MSNBC 977
ESPN 927
CNN 610
Hallmark 428
HGTV 410
TBS 372
INSP 341
Food Network 310
TV Land 306
Source: Nielsen
EXECUTIVE MOVES
The CW has named Ryan Sharkey as SVP, Programming and Strategy. Most recently, Sharkey served as SVP, Content Acquisitions for NBCUniversal. |
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This Day in History
1975 – “Saturday Night Live” premiered on NBC with George Carlin as host.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
Which actor won three consecutive Emmy Awards for Lead Actor in a Drama Series? Bryan Cranston, for “Breaking Bad” (2008-2013). Kudos to: Justin Pierce-JP Consulting Group/LA, Gerry Bixenspan-TV Marketing Inc./New York, Louis Lewow-FITE/Atlanta, Greg West-WATC TV/Atlanta, Susan Nessanbaum-Goldberg-M and S Entertainment/LA, Lorrie Shilling/El Segundo, CA, Eric Litt-Multicast Networks/Chicago, David Westberg-SAG-AFTRA Credit Union/Burbank, CA
Today’s Trivia Question
Which two cast members played Spartan cheerleaders on “Saturday Night Live” (1975-)? (Email [email protected] with your answer and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone. Unofficial rules: a limit of four answers per time zone.) |
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CHICAGO
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Communicate the value & brand strength of Urban One Networks to advertisers & agencies. Create compelling presentations that convey the benefits & features of our programming and the viewing audiences. Proactively keep clients informed of pertinent account and network information. Min. 4+ yrs national advertising sales or equivalent sales exp. Full info HERE
VP/HEAD OF ADVERTISING SALES
FREEBEE
FL/NYC Remote
Lead, manage, develop, and grow Ad Sales teams. Attract and retain the best talent. Work with leadership team to set, achieve, and grow revenue targets across OOH, Digital and Experiential. Instrumental in driving the team to exceed all expectations and goals. 15+ years’ experience in advertising, media, and relevant sales management roles. Full info HERE
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FREEBEE
MIAMI
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A+E NETWORKS
HYBRID NYC
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SENIOR DIRECTOR, DIGITAL CONTENT LICENSING
A+E NETWORKS
REMOTE
Negotiate, draft & review agreements for owned & operated platforms/services, third-party platform. Exp. in digital media, content licensing (domestic/international), linear & on-demand rights & distribution, Privacy & Data Security preferred. Min 5 yrs of exp. supporting digital media at media company or streaming platform. Full info HERE
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT TV
NYC
Represent FETV & FMC to media community via ongoing communications & relationship building. Maintain & develop strong working relationships w/both agencies & internal departments in support of sales efforts. Work w/sales management, pricing & planning to achieve quarterly revenue goals. 5+ yrs media sales exp. preferably in cable TV- agency exp. +. Full info HERE
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SENIOR MANAGER, AD SALES MARKETING
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.
NYC
Manage the pre-sale client facing pitch process and post-sale activation of cross-platform television, streaming, digital & social media integrated marketing programs. Write & create compelling sales presentations, one-sheets & cross-platform sponsorship opportunities. 5+ yrs exp. with ad sales marketing, integrated marketing, brand advertising. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR, MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.
NYC or LOS ANGELES
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INTERACTIVE ONE
NYC
Oversee video/creative production team thru ideation, production planning, crew/talent hiring, & budget/project management. Shepherd campaigns from development, pre-production, & production thru editing & delivery. Help w/shoots as well as postproduction team. 5+ yrs exp. spanning editorial, design, advertising agency, film, branded entertainment. Full info HERE
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INTERACTIVE ONE
NYC
Respond to both RFPs and direct-to-client assignments from brands and agencies. Examine client brief and lead ideation or adapt pre-existing creative. Identify innovative storytelling and emerging video formats. Minimum of 7 yrs exp. producing compelling video, television and digital media content across multiple channels and platforms. Full info HERE |
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WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 11
ABC: Celebrity Jeopardy!, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, The $100,000 Pyramid
CBS: Survivor, The Amazing Race
CW: Sullivan’s Crossing, The Spencer Sisters
FOX: The Masked Singer, Snake Oil
NBC: Quantum Leap, Magnum P.I., Chicago Fire
PBS: America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston [f], NOVA, Secrets of the Dead
Telemundo: Exatlón Estados Unidos: All-Stars, Vuelve a Mí, Secretos de Sangre
Univision: Eternamente Amándonos, Tierra de Esperanza, Minas de Pasión |
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