Discovery Communications launched a global social activation effort focused on species conservation, tied to upcoming Discovery documentary Racing Extinction. “Discovery Communications is a purpose-driven company. We have a legacy rooted in exploring and supporting our planet, which continues with the premiere of Racing Extinction and extends past it to the launch of this global campaign, […]
Santa Claus is Comin’ to SNL: NBC’s Saturday Night Live is closing out the year with a bang. Ryan Gosling makes his first appearance as host on December 5, with musical guest Leon Bridges; Chris Hemsworth returns for a second hosting gig on December 12 with Chance The Rapper, and Tina Fey and Amy Poehler […]
Long-time TiVo CEO Tom Rogers is stepping down on January 31, 2016. Rogers, who has held the post since 2005, will continue as non-executive chairman of the board, effective February 1. In the interim, TiVo’s board has formed a search committee to find a replacement. “TiVo is a great company today – and I have […]
Hallmark Channel is going all out to promote its “Countdown to Christmas” programming. An installation at NYC’s Herald Square on Wednesday, November 18 and Thursday, November 19, sponsored by Cheerios, will feature over 500 illuminated Christmas trees, and the net’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day float will feature a performance by Mariah Carey. The marketing effort also […]
On the heels of the completion of 21st Century Fox and National Geographic Society’s new venture, National Geographic Partners, Courteney Monroe has been bumped up to CEO of National Geographic Global Networks, Ward Platt is now COO of National Geographic Partners and Jeffrey Schneider was promoted to EVP, business and legal affairs for Nat Geo […]
As world landmarks were alight with the colors of the French flag, the outpouring support for Paris after Friday’s horrific terrorist attacks in that city that left 129 dead included a moment of silence opening Saturday’s Democratic debate on CBS. Ahead of Army football’s game Saturday, West Point cadet Caleb McNeill carried the French […]
“We will never leave this mountain!” is the rallying cry on Outsiders, WGN’s gritty scripted drama about an Appalachian family that lives off the grid and outside the law. WGN has given the show an airdate, Tuesday, January 26 at 9p, as well as an extended trailer.
Winners were announced at the 3rd annual Cynopsis Model D Awards, honoring the best in online video content, advertising and talent. Inductees into the inaugural Hall of Distinction included WWE, Cartoon Network and A+E Networks.
FX Networks is looking ahead to 2016. Winter premiere dates for FX include Zach Galifianakis comedy Baskets on Thursday, January 21 at 10p, and limited series American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson on Tuesday, February 2 at 10p; The Americans returns for season four in March (date TBD). Sister net FXX welcomes back […]
It’ll start looking a lot like Christmas on Nickelodeon Saturday, November 28, with the launch of holiday-themed premieres. First up: Henry Danger “Christmas Danger” at 8p, followed by Game Shakers “A Reggae Potato Christmas” at 8:30p. On Saturday, December 5 at 8p, hour-long Nickelodeon Ho-Ho Holiday Special features the casts of Nick shows.