Thursday, May 31, 2018

THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 11, 2018 (ALL TIMES ET)

THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE MONDAY,
JUNE 11, 2018 AND WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13, 2018
(ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
 Program information has been updated for SUPERGIRL, “Make it Reign,”
airing Monday, June 11 (8:00-9:00pm ET) and Wednesday, June 13 (8:00-
9:00pm ET)

MONDAY, JUNE 11
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
SUPERGIRL PREPARES FOR BATTLE – Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) learns the true depth of
Serena’s (guest star Anjali Jay) nefarious plans for Earth. Supergirl, Mon-El (Chris Wood) and
Alura (guest star Erica Durance) must devise a plan to stop her before Serena gets to Earth. J’onn
(David Harewood) prepares to say goodbye to his father (guest star Carl Lumby). Armen V.
Kevorkian directed the episode written by Ray Utarnachitt & Cindy Lichtman (#322). Original
airdate 6/11/2018.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Andrea Navedo”— (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
FUN TIMES — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY ANDREA NAVEDO (“JANE THE
VIRGIN”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin
Mochrie, along with guest comedian Gary Anthony Williams, put their comedic skills to the test
through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas supplied by
the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and their wild
imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform songs. After
each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and declare a winner
at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#505). Original airdate 6/11/2018.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Jillian Michaels”— (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)
A COMEDY WORKOUT — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY JILLIAN MICHAELS
(“THE BIGGEST LOSER”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles,
Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Heather Ann Campbell, put their
comedic skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by
random ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information
they have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well
as perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four
performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#417).
Original airdate 8/17/2017.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)
SUPERGIRL PREPARES FOR BATTLE – Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) learns the true depth of
Serena’s (guest star Anjali Jay) nefarious plans for Earth. Supergirl, Mon-El (Chris Wood) and
Alura (guest star Erica Durance) must devise a plan to stop her before Serena gets to Earth. J’onn
(David Harewood) prepares to say goodbye to his father (guest star Carl Lumby). Armen V.
Kevorkian directed the episode written by Ray Utarnachitt & Cindy Lichtman (#322). Original
airdate 6/11/2018.

THE ORIGINALS
“The Kindness of Strangers” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV)
CHAMBRE DE CHASSE — As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings
find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a “chambre de
chasse.” Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Charles Michael Davis, Riley Voelkel and Danielle Rose
Russell also star. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Beau DeMayo & Carina Adly
MacKenzie (508). Original airdate 6/13/2018.

THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF
JUNE 11, 2018 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
 The season finale of LIFE SENTENCE, “Then and Now,” will air Friday, June
15 (9:00-10:00pm ET)
 Original airdates for WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? have been updated

MONDAY, JUNE 11
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
Program information TBA

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Andrea Navedo”— (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
FUN TIMES — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY ANDREA NAVEDO (“JANE THE
VIRGIN”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin
Mochrie, along with guest comedian Gary Anthony Williams, put their comedic skills to the test
through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas supplied by
the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and their wild
imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform songs. After
each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and declare a winner
at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#505). Original airdate 6/11/2018.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Jillian Michaels”— (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)
A COMEDY WORKOUT — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY JILLIAN MICHAELS
(“THE BIGGEST LOSER”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles,
Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Heather Ann Campbell, put their
comedic skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by
random ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information
they have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well
as perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four
performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#417).
Original airdate 8/17/2017.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12
THE FLASH
“Luck Be a Lady”— (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
DC COMICS’ CHARACTER HAZARD COMES TO PLAY IN CENTRAL CITY — Barry (Grant
Gustin) and the team are hit by a string of bad luck and realize it is the handiwork of a new meta,
Becky (guest star Sugar-Lyn Beard) nicknamed Hazard, who has the ability to give others bad luck,
while cashing in the benefits for herself. Meanwhile, Harry Wells (Tom Cavanagh) returns to
Earth-1 to give Wally (Keiynan Lonsdale) a message from Jesse. Armen V. Kevorkian directed the
episode written by Sam Chalsen & Judalina Neira (#403). Original airdate 10/24/2017.

THE 100
“Red Queen” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV)
GUIDANCE — Octavia (Marie Avgeropoulos) is forced to take guidance from an unlikely ally
when the future of the bunker and all those inside it is jeopardized. Eliza Taylor, Bob Morley, Paige
Turco, Henry Ian Cusick, Lindsey Morgan, Richard Harmon, Chris Larkin and Tasya Teles also
star. P.J. Pesce directed the episode written by Terri Hughes Burton (#502). Original
airdate 5/1/2018.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)
Program information TBA

THE ORIGINALS
“The Kindness of Strangers” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV)
CHAMBRE DE CHASSE — As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings
find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a “chambre de
chasse.” Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Charles Michael Davis, Riley Voelkel and Danielle Rose
Russell also star. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Beau DeMayo & Carina Adly
MacKenzie (508). Original airdate 6/13/2018.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14
SUPERNATURAL
“The Big Empty” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
THE LONG WAY HOME – When multiple patients of grief counselor Mia Vallens (guest star
Rukiya Bernard) turn up dead, Sam (Jared Padalecki), Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Jack (Alexander
Calvert) investigate the mystery surrounding the murders and, each inadvertently, are forced to deal
with unresolved grief of their own. John Badham directed the episode written by Meredith Glynn
(#1304). Original airdate 11/2/2017.

BLACK LIGHTNING
“Black Jesus” – (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
BACK IN TOWN – Black Lightning (Cress Williams) is recruited to rally against The 100 gang.
Anissa (Nafessa Williams) investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces
begin to reappear. Christine Adams, James Remar, Damon Gupton III and Marvin Jones also star.
The episode was written by Pat Charles and directed by Michael Schultz (#104). Original airdate
2/6/2018.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15
WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Ralph Macchio”— (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
LAUGH ON LAUGH OFF — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY RALPH MACCHIO
(“THE KARATE KID”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne
Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Jonathan Mangum, put their comedic skills to
the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas
supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and
their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform
songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and
declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#421). Original
airdate 8/3/2017.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Tony Cavalero”— (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
HE HAS BEEN SCHOOLED IN COMEDY — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY TONY
CAVALERO (“SCHOOL OF ROCK”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan
Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Greg Proops, put their comedic
skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random
ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have
and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform
songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and
declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#414). Original
airdate 8/10/2017.

SEASON FINALE
LIFE SENTENCE
“Then and Now”— (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
SEASON FINALE – After Stella (Lucy Hale) puts her and Wes’s (Elliot Knight) life on social
media, they find themselves defending their relationship to the world and forcing them to question
what the future holds for them. Peter’s (Dylan Walsh) health scare makes him realize who he really
wants to be with. Meanwhile, Aiden (Jayson Blair) doesn’t want to give up on his dream of the bar
and clamors to find a solution. Brooke Lyons, Carlos PenaVega and Gillian Vigman also star. John
T. Kretchmer directed the episode written by Erin Cardillo & Richard Keith (#113). Original
airdate 6/15/2018.

THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF
JUNE 11, 2018 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
 The season finale of LIFE SENTENCE, “Then & Now,” will air Friday, June
15 (9:00-10:00pm ET)

MONDAY, JUNE 11
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
Program information TBA

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Andrea Navedo”— (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
FUN TIMES — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY ANDREA NAVEDO (“JANE THE
VIRGIN”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin
Mochrie, along with guest comedian Gary Anthony Williams, put their comedic skills to the test
through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas supplied by
the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and their wild
imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform songs. After
each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and declare a winner
at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#505). Original airdate 6/11/2018.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Jillian Michaels”— (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)
A COMEDY WORKOUT — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY JILLIAN MICHAELS
(“THE BIGGEST LOSER”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles,
Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Heather Ann Campbell, put their
comedic skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by
random ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information
they have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well
as perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four
performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#417).
Original airdate 8/18/2017.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12
THE FLASH
“Luck Be a Lady”— (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
DC COMICS’ CHARACTER HAZARD COMES TO PLAY IN CENTRAL CITY — Barry (Grant
Gustin) and the team are hit by a string of bad luck and realize it is the handiwork of a new meta,
Becky (guest star Sugar-Lyn Beard) nicknamed Hazard, who has the ability to give others bad luck,
while cashing in the benefits for herself. Meanwhile, Harry Wells (Tom Cavanagh) returns to
Earth-1 to give Wally (Keiynan Lonsdale) a message from Jesse. Armen V. Kevorkian directed the
episode written by Sam Chalsen & Judalina Neira (#403). Original airdate 10/24/2017.

THE 100
“Red Queen” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV)
GUIDANCE — Octavia (Marie Avgeropoulos) is forced to take guidance from an unlikely ally
when the future of the bunker and all those inside it is jeopardized. Eliza Taylor, Bob Morley, Paige
Turco, Henry Ian Cusick, Lindsey Morgan, Richard Harmon, Chris Larkin and Tasya Teles also
star. P.J. Pesce directed the episode written by Terri Hughes Burton (#502). Original
airdate 5/1/2018.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13
SUPERGIRL
“Make it Reign” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)
Program information TBA

THE ORIGINALS
“The Kindness of Strangers” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV)
CHAMBRE DE CHASSE — As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings
find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a “chambre de
chasse.” Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Charles Michael Davis, Riley Voelkel and Danielle Rose
Russell also star. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Beau DeMayo & Carina Adly
MacKenzie (508). Original airdate 6/6/2018.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14
SUPERNATURAL
“The Big Empty” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
THE LONG WAY HOME – When multiple patients of grief counselor Mia Vallens (guest star
Rukiya Bernard) turn up dead, Sam (Jared Padalecki), Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Jack (Alexander
Calvert) investigate the mystery surrounding the murders and, each inadvertently, are forced to deal
with unresolved grief of their own. John Badham directed the episode written by Meredith Glynn
(#1304). Original airdate 11/2/2017.

BLACK LIGHTNING
“Black Jesus” – (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
BACK IN TOWN – Black Lightning (Cress Williams) is recruited to rally against The 100 gang.
Anissa (Nafessa Williams) investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces
begin to reappear. Christine Adams, James Remar, Damon Gupton III and Marvin Jones also star.
The episode was written by Pat Charles and directed by Michael Schultz (#104). Original airdate
2/9/2018.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15
WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Ralph Macchio”— (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
LAUGH ON LAUGH OFF — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY RALPH MACCHIO
(“THE KARATE KID”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne
Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Jonathan Mangum, put their comedic skills to
the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas
supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and
their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform
songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and
declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#421). Original
airdate 8/3/2017.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Tony Cavalero”— (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
HE HAS BEEN SCHOOLED IN COMEDY — WITH GUEST STAR APPEARANCE BY TONY
CAVALERO (“SCHOOL OF ROCK”) — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan
Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Greg Proops, put their comedic
skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random
ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have
and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform
songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and
declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#414). Original
airdate 8/10/2017.

LIFE SENTENCE
“Then and Now”— (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
SEASON FINALE – After Stella (Lucy Hale) puts her and Wes’s (Elliot Knight) life on social
media, they find themselves defending their relationship to the world and forcing them to question
what the future holds for them. Peter’s (Dylan Walsh) health scare makes him realize who he really
wants to be with. Meanwhile, Aiden (Jayson Blair) doesn’t want to give up on his dream of the bar
and clamors to find a solution. Brooke Lyons, Carlos PenaVega and Gillian Vigman also star. John
T. Kretchmer directed the episode written by Erin Cardillo & Richard Keith (#113). Original
airdate 6/15/2018.

The Americans on FX Video Clip

We’ve just posted an inside look for the Final Season of The Americans.

The Americans | Inside Season 6: Saying Goodbye | FX
DESCRIPTION: As the end approaches, the cast and crew look back on six seasons of The Americans.


Lil Dicky Shooting Pilot for FX Networks - Half-Hour Comedy Based on the Life Story of Rapper and Comedian Dave Burd

Lil Dicky Shooting Pilot for FX Networks - Half-Hour Comedy Based on the Life Story of Rapper and Comedian Dave Burd
The series is centered around a suburban neurotic man in his late twenties who has convinced himself that he's destined to be one of the best rappers of all time.
[via press release from FX] Lil Dicky Shooting Pilot For FX Networks
Half-Hour Comedy Based on the Life Story of Rapper and Comedian Dave Burd
Co-Created by Burd and Jeff Schaffer, the Untitled Pilot Will Be Directed By Greg Mottola and Produced by FX Productions
Executive Produced by Burd, Schaffer, Kevin Hart, Mottola, Marty Bowen, Scooter Braun and Mike Hertz

LOS ANGELES, May 31, 2018 - FX Networks has ordered a pilot for a half-hour comedy based on the life of rapper and comedian Dave Burd, known best by his stage name Lil Dicky, it was announced today by Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, Presidents of Original Programming for FX Networks and FX Productions.

The series is centered around a suburban neurotic man in his late twenties who has convinced himself that he's destined to be one of the best rappers of all time. Now he must convince the world.
Based on a story co-written by Burd and co-creator Jeff Schaffer, Burd wrote the teleplay for the untitled pilot and will star in it as well as serve as executive producer for music. The pilot will be directed by Greg Mottola (Adventureland, Superbad).

The pilot is executive produced by Burd, Schaffer (The League, Curb Your Enthusiasm), Kevin Hart and Hartbeat Productions (TKO: Total Knock Out, Real Husbands of Hollywood), Mottola, Marty Bowen (Mr. Mercedes, Rosewood), Scooter Braun, Mike Hertz, James Shin and Scott Manson. The pilot is being produced by FX Productions.

Rapper, actor and underwear model Lil Dicky, aka Dave Burd, has cemented himself as a staple in the entertainment industry. Burd achieved critical acclaim and commercial success with his album Professional Rapper, which debuted at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the Comedy, Rap and Independent Charts, and featured the 2x platinum single "Save Dat Money." His latest single, "FreakyFriday," peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has been on the charts since its release nine weeks ago, as the song has surpassed over 500M global streams in just under two months.

ABOUT FX NETWORKS
FX Networks, a business unit of 21st Century Fox, is comprised of the networks FX, FXX and FXM and the video on-demand app FXNOW. FX, the flagship general entertainment basic cable channel, launched in June of 1994 and is carried in 90 million homes. The diverse schedule features a growing roster of critically-acclaimed and award-winning hit dramas series, including The Americans, Taboo, Legion, Snowfall, Trust and the upcoming Mayans MC and Mr Inbetween; the critically-acclaimed limited series American Horror Story, Fargo, American Crime Story and FEUD; acclaimed hit comedy series including Atlanta, Baskets and Better Things and the upcoming What We Do in the Shadows; and the upcoming dance musical series Pose and the docuseries The Weekly with The New York Times. FXX, the newest network, launched in September 2013 and is carried in 86 million homes. Geared towards a young adult audience, the schedule features original series, movies, and acquired series. The channel is anchored by the acclaimed hit comedies It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the Emmy(R) Award winning comedy series Archer, and You're the Worst. FXX is also the exclusive cable home to The Simpsons, the longest-running comedy in TV history. FXM (formerly Fox Movie Channel) was launched in October of 1994 and is now carried in 57 million homes. Its schedule features classic films during the day (FXM Retro), and contemporary box office hits and acclaimed, award-winning films in the evening, as well as short-form award-winning original programming. FX Networks received 55 Emmy(R) Award nominations in 2017, the most of any basic cable network for the fourth consecutive year, after winning a basic cable record 18 Emmy Awards in 2016. 

The Best Games. The Most Games. ESPN Announces Early Season College Football Schedule

The Best Games. The Most Games. ESPN Announces Early Season College Football Schedule
ESPN will also air every snap of the NCAA Division I Football Championship.
[via press release from ESPN] The Best Games. The Most Games. ESPN Announces Early Season College Football Schedule
· College Football's Most-Watched Series Returns: ABC's Saturday Night Football Early-Season Slate Peppered with the CFP National Champions, New Year's Six Winners
· ESPN Televises the Most Games of any Single Network in Kickoff Week and Entire 2018 Season
· The Champs Play Here: Alabama's First Three Games on ESPN's Networks, Including Home Opener and First Road Test; Marquee Teams from All 10 FBS Conferences in Season's First Three Weeks
· ESPN+ Added to Lineup, Streams More than 20 Games in Season's First Three Weeks; More than 100 Exclusive Games Throughout the Season
· SEC Network Covers its Fifth Football Season; Longhorn Network's Eighth
· Six Conference Champions Crowned on ESPN's Networks
· FCS Kickoff in Week 0 Propels Season Long Coverage Concluding with NCAA Division I Football Championship

ESPN will celebrate the return of college football with an early season schedule that is unrivaled and unmatched in the industry, featuring marquee teams from all 10 FBS conferences and the nation's top programs playing key conference and non-conference matchups across ESPN's networks. ESPN's first three weeks schedule launches a season-long regular season campaign which culminates with the six conference championship games and leads into a postseason featuring 35 Bowl Games - including the New Year's Six - and the College Football Playoff National Championship Presented by AT&T. ESPN will also air every snap of the NCAA Division I Football Championship.

ESPN begins the season riding the momentum of a widely successful 2017 campaign, which concluded with the CFP National Championship generating the second largest audience in cable history and the CFP Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game with the third largest cable audience ever. Furthermore, ESPN's entire presentation of the New Year's Six plus the CFP National Championship was the most-watched in the system's four-year history. The post season success was a continuation of the regular season superlatives, which included ABC's Saturday Night Football being the most-watched college football franchise for the second consecutive year.
Welcome Back: ESPN's Networks Annual Five-Day Labor Day Weekend Extravaganza Celebrates the Return of College Football with Nearly 50 Games

ESPN's annual five-day kickoff weekend slate (Aug. 30 - Sept. 3) is peppered with the nation's best teams, including the top 4 teams and seven of the top 8 in ESPN.com's latest Way-Too-Early Top 25, playing key conference and non-conference games. Across all its networks, ESPN will carry nearly 50 games in the season's first week.

The defending CFP National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide open their title defense on ABC's Saturday Night Football vs Louisville (Sept. 1 at 8 p.m. ET) in the 2018 Camping World Kickoff from Orlando, only the fourth meeting between the two schools and the first in more than 25 years. The season debut of Saturday Night Football will cap a kickoff Saturday tripleheader on ABC, with all three games featuring a New Year's Six participant from last season. Ohio State hosting Oregon State (noon) will lead into the 2018 Chick-fil-A Kickoff between Washington and Auburn (3:30 p.m.). The Buckeyes are reigning Big Ten Champions and went on to win the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, while Auburn participated in the Chick-fil-A Bowl Peach Bowl last season.

ESPN Airs the Most Games of Any Network in Week 1 and the 2018 Season
ESPN will air the most games of any network in week 1, a theme that will continue throughout the season. The network's seven game kickoff weekend slate kicks off in earnest on the season's first full Saturday with a quadruple-header beginning with the 2018 AdvocCare Texas Kickoff from Houston between Ole Miss and Texas Tech (noon) and continues with the defending SEC Champion and College Football Playoff finalist Georgia Bulldogs hosting Austin Peay (3:30 p.m.).
ESPN's primetime slate will features familiar faces in new places, as Chip Kelly and Kevin Sumlin make their debuts with their respective programs. Both head coaches will be at home, with Kelly's UCLA Bruins hosting Cincinnati (7 p.m.) and Sumlin's Wildcats welcoming in BYU (10:45 p.m.)
Sunday and Monday Primetime Telecasts Featured in Season's Kickoff Week: Both Matchups
Potential Top 25 Showdowns

A signature of kickoff week returns with special primetime telecasts on both Sunday and Monday night of Labor Day weekend, with two potential top-25 showdowns. Miami vs. LSU from AT&T Stadium in Arlington will air on ABC, the network's third consecutive year airing a Sunday night game during kickoff week. On Labor Day night, Virginia Tech travels to Florida State in a pivotal ACC matchup. This is the 15th year ESPN has aired a Labor Day night matchup.

Additional ESPN Kickoff Week Highlights:
· Big Ten Opener: For the second consecutive year, a Big Ten matchup begins ESPN's kickoff week when Northwestern travels to Purdue (Aug. 30 at 8 p.m. on ESPN)
· 2018 MEAC/SWAC Challenge: Prairie View A&M vs. North Carolina Central (Sept. 2 at noon on ESPN2) will meet in the annual challenge, which will be played in Atlanta for the first time.
SEC Network Begins Fifth College Football Season

SEC Network begins its fifth season airing football with an abundance of games in the season's first three weeks, beginning with Texas A&M hosting Northwestern State on the season's first Thursday (Aug. 30 at 8:30 p.m.). The game marks the debut of new Aggies head coach Jimbo Fisher. The network, combined with its alternate channel, will air six additional games on Saturday, including Florida's home opener in primetime. A complete look at their schedule is below and available here.
ESPN+ Streams More than 20 Games in First Three Weeks, More than 100 Exclusive Games Throughout the Season

ESPN+, the first multi-sport, direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service from The Walt Disney Company Direct-to-Consumer & International segment in conjunction with ESPN, will stream more than 20 football games during the season's first three weeks, beginning a season where the subscription service carries more than a hundred exclusive games this season.
ACC Network Extra Streams Clemson's Home Opener, Five Total Games in Week 1
ACC Network Extra will stream the home openers for Boston College, Clemson, Georgia Tech, Pittsburgh, and Virginia during week 1, beginning a season-long slate where the digital network will carry a number of games from ACC stadiums.

Week 2: Penn State-Pitt and Colorado-Nebraska Rivalries Take Center Stage, Dabo Swinney and Jimbo Fisher Meet Again
ABC will feature two of college football's oldest rivalries in week 2 as Penn State travels to Pitt (Sept. 8 at 8 p.m.) and Colorado heads to Nebraska (Sept. 8 at 3:30 p.m.). ABC's Saturday Night Football will feature the 99th meeting between the Nittany Lions and the Panthers in a rivalry that was renewed the last two seasons, with both schools winning on their home field. Earlier in the day, the Buffaloes will take on the Cornhuskers for the first time since 2010 and 70th matchup overall.
ESPN's primetime game will feature Clemson at Texas A&M (7 p.m.), as head coaches Dabo Swinney and Jimbo Fisher face off for the ninth straight year; however, it will be the first ever non-conference matchup between the two national championship coaches, as the matchup will be just Fisher's second as head coach of the Aggies.

Additional ESPN's Networks Week 2 Highlights:
· Sweet Home Alabama: The Crimson Tide return to Bryant-Denny Stadium to host Arkansas State (3:30 p.m. on ESPN2)
· Sparty Heads West: Michigan State will play its first road game of the year, traveling to Arizona State in a Big Ten-Pac 12 Showdown (ESPN at 10:45 p.m.)
Longhorn Network Airs Texas Football Games for Eighth Consecutive Year
Longhorn Network will televise a Texas football game for the eighth straight year when the Longhorns host Tulsa (8 p.m.). The 24-hour network devoted to the University of Texas is also expected to televise another game this season, with details announced at a later date. More details on LHN's production can be found here.

Week 3: Top Teams Face Conference and Non-Conference Road Competition
ESPN's week three slate features many top teams heading on the road, including Alabama, Ohio State and Oklahoma's first true road test of the season. The Buckeyes and Crimson Tide will be in primetime, as Ohio State plays TCU from AT&T Stadium in Arlington on ABC's Saturday Night Football (Sept. 15 at 8 p.m.) and Alabama heads to Ole Miss (7 p.m., ESPN) as both teams begin SEC play. Oklahoma will begin its Big 12 campaign looking to avenge its lone regular season loss last season as it heads to Iowa State (noon, network TBD). In the late afternoon, West Virginia travels to NC State (3:30 p.m., network TBD), playing in Raleigh, N.C. for the first time since 1978.
Additional conference matchups in week three include: Florida State at Syracuse (noon, network TBD) and Washington at Utah (10 p.m., ESPN). Other non-conference matchups set to air: UCF at North Carolina (noon, network TBD) and Middle Tennessee at Georgia (7:15 p.m., ESPN2).
Penn State, Notre Dame, and Oklahoma at West Virginia Highlight ESPN's Networks Additional Games

ESPN's has locked in a number of games to beyond the first three weeks of the season, including: Penn State at Indiana on Oct. 20 (time and ESPN network TBD), Notre Dame at Northwestern on Nov. 3 (time and ESPN network TBD), and Oklahoma at West Virginia on Black Friday (Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. on ESPN)

ESPN Televises Six Conference Championship Games, Most in the Industry
ESPN will televise six conference championship games to conclude the regular season, with the Marathon MAC Football Championship on Friday, Nov. 30 and the Dr Pepper ACC Championship Game, American Championship, Dr Pepper Big 12 Championship Game, Mountain West Championship and Sun Belt Championship on Saturday, Dec. 1.

FCS Kickoff Highlights Week 0 Schedule
The 2018 Guardian Credit Union FCS Kickoff featuring North Carolina AT&T vs. Jacksonville State in primetime highlights ESPN's week 0 schedule. Additional games from both FBS and FCS will be added in the coming weeks.

ESPN's Networks College Football Current Schedule
Week 0
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Sat, Aug. 25 7 p.m. 2018 Guardian Credit Union FCS Kickoff featuring North Carolina AT&T vs. Jacksonville State from Montgomery ESPN
Week 1
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Thu, Aug. 30 7 p.m. UCF at Connecticut ESPNU Central Connecticut State at Ball State ESPN+ Kennesaw State at Georgia State ESPN+ 8 p.m. Northwestern at Purdue ESPN Southeastern Louisiana at Louisiana-Monroe ESPN+ 8:30 p.m. Northwestern State at Texas A&M SEC Network
Friday, Aug. 31 6:30 p.m. Monmouth at Eastern Michigan ESPN+ 7 p.m. Army at Duke ESPNU 9 p.m. Western Kentucky at Wisconsin ESPN
Sat, Sept. 1 Noon Oregon State at Ohio State ABC 2018 AdvoCare Texas Kickoff: Ole Miss vs. Texas Tech from Houston ESPN James Madison at NC State ESPNU Coastal Carolina at South Carolina SEC Network Villanova at Temple ESPNEWS 12:20 p.m. Furman at Clemson ACC Network Extra 12:30 p.m. Alcorn State at Georgia Tech ACC Network Extra 1 p.m. Massachusetts at Boston College ACC Network Extra 2 p.m. Howard at Ohio ESPN+ 3:30 p.m. 2018 Chick-fil-A Kickoff: Washington vs. Auburn from Atlanta ABC Austin Peay at Georgia ESPN Central Michigan at Kentucky ESPNU Marshall at Miami (Ohio) ESPN+ Albany at Pittsburgh ACC Network Extra 4 p.m. Eastern Illinois at Arkansas SEC Network Tennessee-Martin at Missouri SEC Network Alternate 6 p.m. Delaware State at Buffalo ESPN3 South Carolina State at Georgia Southern ESPN+ Richmond at Virginia ACC Network Extra Boise State at Troy ESPNEWS North Carolina A&T at East Carolina ESPN3 Elon at South Florida ESPN3 7 p.m. Cincinnati at UCLA ESPN Louisiana Tech at South Alabama ESPN+ Mercer at Memphis ESPN3 Central Arkansas at Tulsa ESPN3 VMI at Toledo ESPN3 Nicholls at Kansas ESPN3 Grambling at Louisiana ESPN3 Southeast Missouri State at Arkansas State ESPN+ 7:30 p.m. Charleston Southern at Florida SEC Network Middle Tennessee at Vanderbilt SEC Network Alternate Stephen F. Austin at Mississippi State ESPNU 8 p.m. 2018 Camping World Kickoff from Orlando: Louisville vs. Alabama ABC 10:45 p.m. BYU at Arizona ESPN
Sun, Sept. 2 Noon 2018 MEAC/SWAC Challenge from Atlanta: Prairie View A&M vs. North Carolina Central ESPN2 7:30 p.m. Miami vs. LSU from Arlington, Texas ABC
Mon, Sept. 3 8 p.m. Virginia Tech at Florida State ESPN

Week 2
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Fri, Sept. 7 8 p.m. TCU at SMU ESPN2
Sat, Sept. 8 Noon Arizona at Houston ABC and ESPN2 Mississippi State at Kansas State ESPN Duke at Northwestern ESPNU Nevada at Vanderbilt SEC Network Towson at Wake Forest ACC Network Extra 12:30 p.m. Georgia State at NC State ACC Network Extra 1 p.m. Holy Cross at Boston College ACC Network Extra 2 p.m. William & Mary at Virginia Tech ACC Network Extra 3 p.m. Kansas at Central Michigan ESPN+ 3:30 p.m. Colorado at Nebraska ABC Arkansas State at Alabama ESPN2 North Carolina at East Carolina ESPNU Howard at Kent State ESPN+ Morgan State at Akron ESPN+ Wagner at Syracuse ACC Network Extra Buffalo at Temple ESPN3 4 p.m. East Tennessee State at Tennessee SEC Network Southern Illinois at Ole Miss SEC Network Alternate 6 p.m. Savannah State at Miami ACC Network Extra Maryland at Bowling Green ESPN+ Massachusetts at Georgia Southern ESPN+ 7 p.m. Clemson at Texas A&M ESPN Wyoming at Missouri ESPN2 or ESPNU Southeastern Louisiana at LSU ESPN2 or ESPNU Florida A&M at Troy ESPN+ UAB at Coastal Carolina ESPN+ Indiana State at Louisville ACC Network Extra Texas Southern at Texas State ESPN3 7:20 p.m. Samford at Florida State ACC Network Extra 7:30 p.m. Kentucky at Florida SEC Network Alabama State at Auburn SEC Network Alternate Utah at Northern Illinois ESPNEWS 8 p.m. Penn State at Pittsburgh ABC Tulsa at Texas Longhorn Network Cincinnati at Miami (Ohio) from Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati ESPN3 Nicholls at Tulane ESPN3 10:15 p.m. Connecticut at Boise State ESPN2 or ESPNU California at BYU ESPN2 or ESPNU 10:45 p.m. Michigan State at Arizona State ESPN

Week 3
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Thur, Sept. 13 7:30 p.m. Boston College at Wake Forest ESPN
Fri, Sept. 14 7 p.m. Georgia State at Memphis ESPN
Sat, Sept. 15 Noon Oklahoma at Iowa State ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU Florida State at Syracuse ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU Miami at Toledo ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU UCF at North Carolina ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU UTEP at Tennessee SEC Network Murray State at Kentucky SEC Network Alternate Rhode Island at Connecticut ESPN3 12:20 p.m. East Carolina at Virginia Tech ACC Network Extra 12:30 p.m. Georgia Tech at Pittsburgh ACC Network Extra 3 p.m. Ohio at Virginia ACC Network Extra 3:30 p.m. BYU at Wisconsin ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 Boise State at Oklahoma State ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU Georgia Southern at Clemson ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU West Virginia at NC State ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU Central Michigan at Northern Illinois ESPN+ Southern Miss at Appalachian State ESPN+ 4 p.m. Colorado State at Florida SEC Network North Texas at Arkansas SEC Network Alternate Eastern Kentucky at Bowling Green ESPN3 6 p.m. Eastern Michigan at Buffalo ESPN+ 7 p.m. Alabama at Ole Miss ESPN Delaware State at Western Michigan ESPN+ Texas State at South Alabama ESPN+ Alabama A&M at Cincinnati ESPN3 Oregon State at Nevada ESPN3 Campbell at Coastal Carolina ESPN3 7:15 p.m. Middle Tennessee at Georgia ESPN2 7:30 p.m. Louisiana-Monroe at Texas A&M SEC Network Marshall at South Carolina ESPNU Western Kentucky at Louisville ACC Network Extra Louisiana at Mississippi State SEC Network Alternate 8 p.m. Ohio State vs. TCU from Arlington ABC 10 p.m. Washington at Utah ESPN

Additional Games
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Thu, Sept. 20 7:30 p.m. Tulsa at Temple ESPN
Fri, Sept. 21 7 p.m. Florida Atlantic at UCF ESPN Harvard at Brown ESPNU 10:30 p.m. Washington State at USC ESPN
Sat, Sept. 22 Noon Boston College at Purdue ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 6 p.m. McNeese at BYU ESPN3 TBD Air Force at Utah State TBD
Thu, Sept. 27 8 p.m. North Carolina at Miami ESPN
Fri, Sept. 28 7 p.m. Princeton at Columbia ESPNU 8 p.m. Memphis at Tulane ESPN2
Sat, Sept. 29 6 p.m. Northern Illinois at Eastern Michigan ESPN+ TBD Toledo at Fresno State TBD TBD Nevada at Air Force TBD
Thu, Oct. 4 7:30 p.m. Georgia State at Troy ESPNU 8 p.m. Tulsa at Houston ESPN
Fri, Oct. 5 6 p.m. Dartmouth at Yale ESPNU 7 p.m. Georgia Tech at Louisville ESPN 9 p.m. Utah State at BYU ESPN2
Sat, Oct. 6 3:30 p.m. Ohio at Kent State ESPN+ Bowling Green at Toledo ESPN+ Miami (Ohio) at Akron ESPN+ TBD San Diego State at Boise State TBD TBD Fresno State at Nevada TBD
Tue, Oct. 9 8 p.m. Appalachian State at Arkansas State ESPN2
Thu, Oct. 11 7:30 p.m. Texas Tech at TCU ESPN Georgia Southern at Texas State ESPNU
Fri, Oct. 12 7 p.m. South Florida at Tulsa ESPN 10 p.m. Arizona at Utah ESPN
Sat, Oct. 13 Noon Iowa at Indiana ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 3 p.m. Western Michigan at Bowling Green ESPN+ 3:30 p.m. Ohio at Northern Illinois TBD TBD Hawai'i at BYU TBD TBD Army at San Jose State TBD TBD Wyoming at Fresno State TBD
Thu, Oct. 18 7:30 p.m. Georgia State at Arkansas State ESPNU 9 p.m. Stanford at Arizona State ESPN
Fri, Oct. 19 7 p.m. Yale at Penn ESPNU 9 p.m. Colorado State at Boise State ESPN2
Sat, Oct. 20 2 p.m. Bowling Green at Ohio ESPN3 3 p.m. Eastern Michigan at Ball State ESPN+ Western Michigan at Central Michigan ESPN+ TBD Fresno State at New Mexico TBD TBD Penn State at Indiana ABC, ESPN, ESPN2
Tue, Oct. 23 8 p.m. Troy at South Alabama ESPN2
Thu, Oct. 25 7:30 p.m. Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech ESPN Appalachian State at Georgia Southern ESPNU
Fri, Oct. 26 7 p.m. Miami at Boston College ESPN 10:30 p.m. Utah at UCLA ESPN
Sat, Oct. 27 TBD Northern Illinois at BYU TBD TBD San Diego State at Nevada TBD TBD Hawai'i at Fresno State TBD Tue, Oct. 30 8 p.m. Kent State at Bowling Green ESPN2 or ESPNU Miami (Ohio) at Buffalo ESPN2 or ESPNU Wed, Oct. 31 7:30 p.m. Ball State at Toledo ESPN2 Thu, Nov. 1 7:30 p.m. Temple at UCF ESPN Fri, Nov. 2 6 p.m. Penn at Cornell ESPNU 7:30 p.m. Pittsburgh at Virginia ESPN2
Sat, Nov. 3 TBD Notre Dame at Northwestern ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 TBD BYU at Boise State TBD TBD San Diego State at New Mexico TBD
Tue, Nov. 6 7:30 p.m. Kent State at Buffalo ESPNU
Wed, Nov. 7 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. Ohio at Miami (Ohio) ESPNU or ESPN2 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. Toledo at Northern Illinois ESPNU or ESPN2
Thu, Nov. 8 7:30 p.m. Wake Forest at NC State ESPN
Fri, Nov. 9 7 p.m. Louisville at Syracuse ESPN2 10:15 p.m. Fresno State at Boise State ESPN2
Sat, Nov. 10 TBD UNLV at San Diego State TBD Colorado State at Nevada TBD
Tue, Nov. 13 6 p.m. Western Michigan at Ball State ESPN2
Wed, Nov. 14 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. Buffalo at Ohio ESPNU or ESPN2 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. Miami (Ohio) at Northern Illinois ESPNU or ESPN2
Thu, Nov. 15 8 p.m. Tulane at Houston ESPN
Fri, Nov. 16 9 p.m. Memphis at SMU ESPN2
Sat, Nov. 17 TBD New Mexico State at BYU TBD TBD Yale vs Harvard from Fenway Park in Boston TBD TBD Air Force at Wyoming TBD 2 p.m. 2018 Florida Classic: Florida A&M vs. Bethune-Cookman from Orlando ESPN Classic
Tue, Nov. 20 7 p.m. Ball State at Miami (Ohio) ESPNU or ESPN+ 7 p.m. Northern Illinois at Western Michigan ESPNU or ESPN+
Thu., Nov. 22 7:30 p.m. Mississippi State at Ole Miss ESPN
Fri, Nov. 23 TBD UCF at South Florida TBD TBD Virginia at Virginia Tech TBD TBD Houston at Memphis TBD 8 p.m. Oklahoma at West Virginia ESPN
Sat, Nov. 24 TBD Utah State at Boise State TBD TBD Hawai'i at San Diego State TBD TBD San Jose State at Fresno State TBD
Please Note: Not all ESPN3 and ACC Network Extra games are exclusive
Conference Championship Weekend
Date Time (ET) Game Network
Fri, Nov. 30 7 p.m. Marathon MAC Football Championship from Detroit ESPN2
Sat, Dec. 1 TBD Dr Pepper ACC Championship Game from Charlotte TBD TBD American Championship Game (campus site TBD) TBD TBD Dr Pepper Big 12 Championship Game from Arlington TBD TBD Mountain West Championship Game (campus site TBD) TBD TBD Sun Belt Championship Game (campus site TBD TBD 

FOX Sports Primed to Own the Weekend with Addition of Loaded College Football Schedule

FOX Sports Primed to Own the Weekend with Addition of Loaded College Football Schedule
This fall, FOX Sports owns the weekend with an impressive lineup featuring top games from the Big 12, Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences.
[via press release from FOX Sports] FOX SPORTS PRIMED TO OWN THE WEEKEND WITH ADDITION OF LOADED COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Nation's Best Rivalries, Conference Championships and More Highlight Network's Fall Lineup
136 Matchups Set for FOX Broadcast Network, FS1, FOX Sports Regional Networks and BTN

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New York - FOX Sports, last year's leader in live events, today deepens its footprint with the release of its highest quality college football schedule to date with 136 games on the FOX broadcast network, FS1, FOX Sports Regional Networks and BTN. This fall, FOX Sports owns the weekend with an impressive lineup featuring top games from the Big 12, Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences, including some of the season's most notable games like Michigan at Ohio State, USC at Texas and the Red River Showdown between Texas and Oklahoma, plus the Pac-12 and Big Ten championship games.
"We are excited to present what we think is going to be our best season of college football yet," said FOX Sports President, Production and Executive Producer John Entz. "From the nation's best rivalries like Michigan-Ohio State and the Red River Showdown, to a pair of conference championships that are sure to influence the postseason conversation, FOX College Football televises some of the most meaningful games of the season, and we're already looking forward to the first snap."

One year after registering as FOX Sports' most-watched regular-season college football game ever, the sport's most historic matchup returns to the FOX broadcast network during "Rivalry Week" when Michigan makes its way to The Horseshoe on Saturday, Nov. 24 to face Ohio State with coverage beginning at 11:00 AM ET. The 115th meeting of "The Game" highlights a prominent weekend for FOX Sports, which begins with an NFL showdown between the Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day, followed by Nebraska at Iowa in the Heroes Game, and in-state showdowns between Washington and Washington State and Oregon at Oregon State on Friday, Nov. 23.

After last season's fitting rematch of the 2006 BCS National Championship Game between USC and Texas, which saw the Trojans triumph in a double-overtime thriller with former USC quarterback and FOX College Football analyst Matt Leinart getting in on the action, the renewed rivalry once again calls FOX Sports home. On Saturday, Sept. 15, at 8:00 PM ET on FOX, USC heads into Big 12 territory to face Texas in Austin for the first time since 1966.

In the heart of the State Fair of Texas, and amidst FOX Sports' MLB Postseason coverage, the Red River Showdown returns to the FOX Sports family of networks for the second time and first since 2016 - a matchup that still ranks as FS1's second most-watched college football game ever. Following the departure of Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield, the Oklahoma Sooners look to extend their current winning streak against the Longhorns on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas. The following day, football fans won't need to venture further for another round of hotly contested gridiron action, as the Minnesota Vikings face the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles in an NFC Championship Game rematch during AMERICA'S GAME OF THE WEEK on Sunday, Oct. 7.
This year the Pac-12 returns to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 30 for the conference's championship game, while the Big Ten Championship is back home again in Indiana at Indianapolis' Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 1. FOX Sports closes out the season and the calendar year on Monday, Dec. 31 with back-to-back bowl games, beginning with coverage of the San Francisco Bowl at 2:30 PM ET on the FOX broadcast network and the San Diego County Credit Union Holiday Bowl at 6:30 PM ET on FS1.

Other top games include:
· Aug. 30-Sept. 1: The college football season kicks off with three straight days of action over Labor Day weekend, including appearances from top teams like Oklahoma, Penn State and Stanford on FOX, FS1 and BTN.

· Sept. 8: A FOX tripleheader features one of the top non-conference matchups of the season, as coverage of UCLA at Oklahoma begins at 12:30 PM ET, followed by Iowa State at Iowa at 5:00 PM ET and anchored by USC at Stanford in a Pac-12 Championship Game rematch at 8:30 PM ET.
· FOX Sports and BTN are the primary home to the Big Ten as the season begins, with 26 of the conference's 32 games in the first three weeks televised on FOX, FS1 and BTN.

· Oct. 20: Conference, division and in-state rivals Michigan and Michigan State battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy and bragging rights coming off last season's surprising upset, which saw the unranked Spartans take down the No. 7 Wolverines.

Games are simulcast on the FOX Sports app, which now provides live streaming video of FOX Sports content through iOS and Android devices.

The 2018 college football schedule for FOX, FS1, FOX Sports Regional Networks and BTN is attached. The remainder of the schedule will be announced as the season progresses. 

Season Two of "Get Shorty" Premieres Sunday, August 12 on EPIX(R)

Season Two of "Get Shorty" Premieres Sunday, August 12 on EPIX(R)
Joining the cast as a recurring guest star is Raymond Cruz, who will play Swayze, the brutal and murderous leader of a Latino prison gang who styles himself after Patrick Swayze, with long, flowing locks of hair and 80s-inspired dance moves.
[via press release from EPIX] SEASON TWO OF "GET SHORTY" PREMIERES SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 ON EPIX(R)
10-Episode Dark Comedy from MGM Television Stars Chris O'Dowd and Ray Romano
Raymond Cruz Joins as Recurring Guest Star

NEW YORK - May 31, 2018 - Premium pay television network EPIX(R) announced that the second season of its critically-acclaimed original series from MGM Television, Get Shorty, will debut on Sunday, August 12 at 9 PM ET/PT. The dark comedy, based in part on the 1990's bestselling Elmore Leonard novel of the same name and created for television by Davey Holmes (Shameless, In Treatment), is currently in production in Los Angeles.

In season two of Get Shorty, Miles Daly (Chris O'Dowd) struggles to reconcile his ambitions as a filmmaker and a family man with his skill set as a career criminal. His progress in Hollywood is jeopardized when the washed-up producer (Ray Romano), with whom he partnered in season one, agrees to wear a Federal wire. Miles faces off with criminal financiers and with a Hollywood power-broker who could be the most dangerous of all.

Joining the cast as a recurring guest star is Raymond Cruz (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul), who will play Swayze, the brutal and murderous leader of a Latino prison gang who styles himself after Patrick Swayze, with long, flowing locks of hair and 80s-inspired dance moves. In addition to Cruz, new recurring cast for season two includes Felicity Huffman (Transamerica, Desperate Housewives), Steven Weber (Wings), Andrew Leeds (Bones), Amy Seimetz (Stranger Things), Sonya Walger (The Catch) and Alex Sawyer (House of Anubis).

The cast of Get Shorty is led by Screen Actors Guild Award(R) and BAFTA TV Award nominee O'Dowd (Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, The Sapphires, Bridesmaids) and multiple Emmy(R) winner Romano (Everybody Loves Raymond, Men of a Certain Age, Parenthood), and also includes Sean Bridgers (Rectify, Room), Carolyn Dodd (The Adventures of Catty Wompus), Lidia Porto (Horrible Bosses 2), Goya Robles (11:55), Megan Stevenson (Review), and Lucy Walters (Power). Sarah Stiles (I'm Dying Up Here, Unsane) will return in season two and has been upped to series regular.

The second season of Get Shorty is executive produced by Holmes, Adam Arkin (The Americans, Sneaky Pete) and Etan Frankel. The series is produced by MGM Television and internationally distributed by MGM.

Get Shorty is part of a growing slate of EPIX originals, which include the recently announced drama series Godfather of Harlem (starring and executive produced by Oscar(R) winner Forest Whitaker) and the DC origin story Pennyworth, from Warner Horizon Scripted Television and executive producers Bruno Heller and Danny Cannon. 2018 premieres include spy thriller Deep State, debuting June 17, the season three return of critically-acclaimed CIA drama Berlin Station and a new version of the seminal competition series The Contender from executive producer Mark Burnett.
EPIX is available nationwide for subscription on a number of cable and satellite providers, including Charter (formerly Time Warner), DISH, Sling TV, Verizon FIOS, Cox, Sony VUE, AT&T U-verse, Frontier and starting June 13, Comcast Xfinity.

About EPIX
EPIX, an MGM company, is a premium pay television network, delivering the latest movie releases and biggest classic film franchises, plus original programming including series, documentaries, and comedy specials - all available on TV, on demand, online and across devices. Launched in October 2009, EPIX became profitable in its first year of existence and is now available nationwide to 70 million homes through cable, telco, satellite and emerging digital distribution platforms. A pioneer in the development and proliferation of "TV Everywhere," EPIX was the first premium network to provide multi-platform access to its content online at EPIX.com and to launch on Xbox, PlayStation(R), Android phones and tablets, and Roku(R) players. EPIX is also available across hundreds of consumer devices including Apple TV, iPhone and iPad, Amazon Fire TV, TiVo, Chromecast, and Android TV, delivering more movies than any other network with thousands of titles available for streaming. For more information about EPIX, go to www.EPIX.com. Follow EPIX on Twitter @EpixHd (http://www.twitter.com/EpixHD) and on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/EPIX), YouTube (http://youtube.com/EPIX), Instagram (http://instagram.com/EPIX) and Snapchat @EPIXTV.

About MGM Television
MGM Television is a leading producer and global distributor of premium content for television and digital platforms, with distribution rights to original productions and a robust catalog of television episodes and feature film titles including such premiere entertainment franchises as James Bond, Rocky, Stargate and The Hobbit trilogy. Current scripted and unscripted projects include Fargo (FX); Vikings (HISTORY); The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu); Get Shorty (EPIX); The Voice (NBC); Survivor (CBS); Shark Tank (ABC); Steve Harvey's FUNDERDOME (ABC); Beat Shazam (FOX); Lucha Underground (The El Rey Network); the upcoming series The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair and Condor (AT&T AUDIENCE Network); and through its distribution entity, Orion TV Productions, the syndicated daytime courtroom series Lauren Lake's Paternity Court and Couples Court with The Cutlers. In addition, MGM owns Evolution Media, the innovative unscripted television producers of The Real Housewives of Orange County, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Vanderpump Rules, Vanderpump Rules: Jax and Brittany Take Kentucky, and Sweet Home (Bravo); Botched (E!); and Bug Juice (Disney Channel) MGM's television programming regularly airs in more than 100 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.mgm.com. 

Game Show Network's Comedic Family-Submitted Video Show, "Caroline & Friends" Debuts Monday, July 16 at 4:00 P.M. ET

Game Show Network's Comedic Family-Submitted Video Show, "Caroline & Friends" Debuts Monday, July 16 at 4:00 P.M. ET
Caroline Rhea and her companions nominate their favorites and ultimately the studio audience picks the "best in show," earning the family who submitted the video a special prize.
[via press release from GSN] GAME SHOW NETWORK'S COMEDIC FAMILY-SUBMITTED VIDEO SHOW, "CAROLINE & FRIENDS" DEBUTS MONDAY, JULY 16 AT 4:00 P.M. ET

New Half-Hour Weekday Series Hosted By Caroline Rhea ("Sabrina The Teenage Witch") Showcases The Most Hilarious and Adorable Videos
Friends Louie Anderson, Sherri Shepherd and Marissa Jaret Winokur To Name A Few Join The Fun Throughout The Season

May 31, 2018, SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Game Show Network, the leader in game shows and competitive entertainment, announced today the premiere of its newest game show, CAROLINE & FRIENDS, hosted by Caroline Rhea ("Sabrina The Teenage Witch").

The new weekday half-hour series debuts Monday, July 16 at 4:00 p.m. ET.
CAROLINE & FRIENDS, is a new comedic, family-friendly series showcasing the most hilarious and adorable videos. As our comedic host guides the audience through each animal, kid and funny video, she'll provide lighthearted conversation and commentary with her two comedic, celebrity friends. Caroline and her companions then nominate their favorites and ultimately the studio audience picks the 'best in show,' earning the family who submitted the video a special prize. Friends joining Caroline throughout the season are Louie Anderson, Sherri Shepherd and Marissa Jaret Winokur among others.

CAROLINE & FRIENDS is produced for Game Show Network by FishBowl Worldwide Media. Vin Di Bona and Rob Katz are executive producers for FishBowl Worldwide Media. Edward Boyd also serves as executive producer.

About Game Show Network
Game Show Network (GSN) is the leader in game show entertainment across multimedia. GSN presents original and classic game programming and skill-based competitive entertainment and games via its nearly 75-million subscriber television network, the GSNTV.com website and its position as one of the leading social casino games companies in the world at GSN.com. GSN's cross-platform content gives game lovers the opportunity to win cash and prizes, through GSN's popular TV game shows and GSN Games' free casual games, mobile and social games, and skill-game tournaments. GSN's television network is distributed throughout the U.S., Caribbean and Canada by all major cable operators, satellite providers and telcos. GSN is owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment and AT&T Entertainment Group. For further information, please visit GSNTV.com. 

Brian Husky Returns as Mr. Neighbor in "Mr. Neighbor's House 2"

Brian Husky Returns as Mr. Neighbor in "Mr. Neighbor's House 2"
The latest half-hour special premieres Sunday, June 24 at Midnight ET/PT on Adult Swim.
[via press release from Adult Swim] Brian Husky Returns as Mr. Neighbor in "Mr. Neighbor's House 2"
Premiering Sunday, June 24th at Midnight ET/PT on Adult Swim, Mr. Neighbor's House 2 comically blurs the innocence of Mr. Rogers with the dark surrealism of David Lynch in a half hour, live action kid's show that is too disturbing for kids. Mr. Neighbor (Huskey) learns the importance of telling the truth. But only when he tells the whole truth can he open the Secret Door and save Neighborton! Join him as he faces his personal demons, struggles to keep a grip on reality and hopefully uncovers a hidden truth. You never know what you'll discover at Mr. Neighbor's House!

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(L to R) Ms. Lady (Mary Holland), Mr. Neighbor (Brian Huskey) and Ice Cream Bruce (David Theune).

Mr. Neighbor's House was created by Huskey, Jason Mantzoukas, and Jesse Falcon, who also serve as executive producers with Rob Corddry. Starring Huskey with Mary Holland, Marc Evan Jackson, and Jerry Minor 

Marshmello and Echosmith Added to the Lineup for the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards

Marshmello and Echosmith Added to the Lineup for the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards
They join previously announced performers Meghan Trainor, Charlie Puth and "American Idol" winner Maddie Poppe.
[via press release from Disney Channel] MARSHMELLO AND ECHOSMITH ADDED TO LINEUP FOR THE 2018 RADIO DISNEY MUSIC AWARDS

Marshmello and alt-pop trio Echosmith have been added to the lineup of performers for the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards (RDMA), music's biggest event for families, presented on SATURDAY, JUNE 23 (8:00 p.m., EDT/PDT), on Disney Channel as well as multiple Disney-branded platforms, including Radio Disney, the Radio Disney app, the DisneyNOW app and Disney.com/RDMA. They join previously announced performers Meghan Trainor, Charlie Puth and "American Idol" winner Maddie Poppe.

Marshmello is a top nominee at the 2018 RDMA with four nominations: "The Bestest - Song of the Year" for "Wolves" with Selena Gomez, "The Buzz - Breakout Artist of the Year," "#SQUADGOALS - Fiercest Fans" for the Mellogang and "When the Beat Drops! - Best Dance Track" for "Silence" feat. Khalid. Since his arrival on the music scene in 2015, his YouTube channel has amassed over 2.4 billion views and over 14 million monthly subscribers. In 2017, his single "Alone" was nominated for an "ARDY" and subsequent singles, "Moving On," "Ritual" and "Chasing Colors" feat. Noah Cyrus and Ookay, spent a total of 33 weeks on the Radio Disney Top 30. His nominated song "Wolves" with Selena Gomez spent 17 weeks on the Radio Disney Top 30 and reached #1 twice. Marshmello's recent single, "Friends" with Anne-Marie, has spent 15 weeks and counting on the Radio Disney Top 30 and peaked at #1.

Echosmith, formed by siblings Sydney, Noah and Graham Sierota, is nominated in the category "You Know You Love Them - Best Duo/Group (Presented by KRAFT(R) Macaroni and Cheese Shapes)." The group gained international stardom with their debut single "Cool Kids," for which they were nominated for an "ARDY" in 2015 for "That's My Jam - Best Song to Rock Out To With Your BFF," and which spent 23 weeks on the Radio Disney Top 30. They were also nominated for "The Freshest - Best New Artist" at the 2015 RDMA. Their hit singles, "Goodbye," "Get Into My Car," "Dear World" and, most recently, "Over My Head," have spent a total of 27 weeks on the Radio Disney Top 30. The multi-platinum group recently wrapped a 25-city North American headline tour and will release their next album later this year.

Fans can vote for the artists that they want to take home an "ARDY" across six voting platforms: Disney.com/RDMA, the Radio Disney app, the DisneyNOW app, Google Search Voting and Radio Disney's Facebook and Twitter.

The winners will be announced FRIDAY, JUNE 22, at the Dolby Theatre(R) at Hollywood & Highland Center(R) in Hollywood, California. A special telecast of the sixth annual show, "2018 Radio Disney Music Awards," will be presented on SATURDAY, JUNE 23 (8:00 p.m., EDT/PDT), on Disney Channel as well as multiple Disney-branded platforms, including Radio Disney, the Radio Disney app, the DisneyNOW app and Disney.com/RDMA.

The 2018 RDMA is sponsored by new and returning clients from the automotive, toy, food and entertainment categories, including Aquabeads(R), Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, Goldfish(R) crackers, KRAFT(R) Macaroni and Cheese Shapes, Nintendo's Mario Tennis Aces video game on the Nintendo Switch system and The Walt Disney Studios. Den of Thieves, the production company that has delivered some of the biggest moments in live event television, returns for the fourth consecutive year to produce the 2018 RDMA.

Information on the Radio Disney Music Awards, voting and official rules are available at www.Disney.com/RDMA.

Schedule Change - "Brockmire" Season 2 Finale to Air Wednesday, June 20 on IFC

Schedule Change - "Brockmire" Season 2 Finale to Air Wednesday, June 20 on IFC
Jim Brockmire will be busy live-tweeting the NBA Finals game on Wednesday from @BrockmireIFC.
[via press release from IFC] SCHEDULE CHANGE
BROCKMIRE SEASON 2 FINALE TO AIR WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20 ON IFC

The final two episodes of IFC's hit original comedy Brockmire will now air one week later than originally scheduled. After taking next week off - Jim Brockmire will be busy live-tweeting the NBA Finals game on Wednesday from @BrockmireIFC - an all-new episode, "Caught in a Rundown," airs on Wednesday, June 13, while the Season 2 Finale, "In the Cellar," airs the following week.
Updated Brockmire Air Schedule:
· Weds June 6 at 10PM - Dark
· Weds June 13 at 10PM - Episode 207, "Caught in a Rundown"
· Weds June 20 at 10PM - Episode 208, "In the Cellar" - SEASON 2 FINALE

Brockmire follows Jim Brockmire, a famed major league baseball announcer who suffered a notorious public breakdown after stumbling upon his wife's infidelity - a breakdown so bad that "Brutal Brockmire" became a viral internet meme. Season 1 began a decade later, as Brockmire looked to reclaim his career, reputation, and love life. He eventually found happiness calling games for the Morristown Frackers, the underdog minor league baseball team, alongside his girlfriend Jules (Amanda Peet). Season 2 kicked off one year later, with Brockmire chasing an opportunity to call games in New Orleans. He enjoys new found success as a top podcaster with his show "Brock Bottom," while living with his co-dependent friend Charles (Tyrel Jackson Williams)... and partying harder than ever. Still trying to still reclaim his career as a major league sportscaster, Brockmire cannot resist the temptations of the Big Easy, while pining for the girl he left behind in Morristown, PA and struggling to find his purpose in life.

Brockmire originally appeared as a viral short video on the award-winning comedy website Funny Or Die. Season 2 is directed by Mo Marable and executive produced by Azaria, Joel Church-Cooper, Marable, Tim Kirkby and Funny Or Die's Mike Farah and Joe Farrell. Brockmire Season 1 is available to watch on Hulu, iTunes, Amazon, and IFC platforms. IFC renewed Brockmire for two additional seasons, slated to air in 2019 and 2020, respectively.

For updates on Brockmire, please check out: Website: http://www.ifc.com/shows/brockmire Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BrockmireIFC Twitter https://twitter.com/BrockmireIFC Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brockmireifc/ Hashtag #Brockmire

Filming Starts in Malaysia on Season Six of Cinemax Action Series "Strike Back"

Filming Starts in Malaysia on Season Six of Cinemax Action Series "Strike Back"
Returning stars Warren Brown, Daniel MacPherson and Alin Sumarwata are joined by new cast members Jamie Bamber and Yasemin Allen.
[via press release from Cinemax] FILMING STARTS IN MALAYSIA ON SEASON SIX OF CINEMAX ACTION SERIES "STRIKE BACK"

Filming has begun on the ten-episode sixth season of CINEMAX's high-octane drama series STRIKE BACK, which will be shot entirely in Malaysia. Returning stars Warren Brown ("Luther," "The Dark Knight Rises"), Daniel MacPherson ("A Wrinkle in Time") and Alin Sumarwata ("Neighbours," "Burning Man") are joined by new cast members Jamie Bamber ("Battlestar Galactica," "Monday Mornings") and Yasemin Allen ("Water and Fire").

When a Russian bomber crashes in the South China Sea, the covert special-ops soldiers of Section 20 - Thomas "Mac" McAllister (Warren Brown), Samuel Wyatt (Daniel MacPherson) and Gracie Novin (Alin Sumarwata) - are sent on a mission to investigate. There, they cross paths with Katrina Zarkova (Yasemin Allen), a rogue Russian operative with questionable loyalties.

Under orders of the new commanding officer, Col. Alexander Coltrane (Jamie Bamber), Section 20 pursues stolen contents of the Russian jet across Southeast Asia. They will work alongside the Malaysian police to shut down a Triad gang in Kuala Lumpur, uncover a corrupt plot by a wealthy Indian businesswoman running for Parliament and plunge into the jungles of the Golden Triangle in Myanmar, facing off against mercenary drug agents and terrifying warlords, as they uncover a conspiracy that threatens to push the world to the brink of global conflict.

"STRIKE BACK has reestablished CINEMAX as a destination for adrenalized, entertaining action series," notes Kary Antholis, president, HBO Miniseries and CINEMAX Programming. "We are delighted to offer Section 20 the opportunity to continue saving the world from mayhem and destruction."

Jack Lothian, writer and executive producer, says, "We're delighted to be back with CINEMAX and Sky for a new season of STRIKE BACK. We have fantastic actors and crew members who work incredibly hard to provide big-screen action for the small screen, with all the drama, high stakes, and mayhem that involves, and I can't wait for the audience to see the twists and turns we've got lined up."

Among the critical praise for the series, TVGuide.com described the previous season of STRIKE BACK as a "visually stunning" show that "regularly delivers action sequences on par with many feature films."

This new season marks CINEMAX's sixth - and UK co-producer Sky's seventh - in the STRIKE BACK franchise. In 2013, CINEMAX aired Sky's first season of the series as "Strike Back: Origins."
For more on the series, visit facebook.com/cinemax, medium.com/hbo-cinemax-pr, twitter.com @Cinemax #StrikeBack and youtube.com/Cinemax.

STRIKE BACK is a CINEMAX Presentation in association with Sky; a Left Bank Pictures Production. Cameron Roach is executive producer for Sky. Andy Harries, Sharon Hughff, Jack Lothian and Richard Burrell are executive producers for Left Bank Pictures. Producers, Nuala O'Leary, Lawrence Cochran and Andy Morgan; directors, Bill Eagles, Paul Wilmshurst and Steve Shill. 

SundanceTV and BBC One Greenlight Second Season of Drama Series "The Split"

SundanceTV and BBC One Greenlight Second Season of Drama Series "The Split"
"The Split" is an authentic, layered exploration of modern marriage and the legacy of divorce through the lens of the Defoes - a family of female lawyers at the heart of London's fast-paced and emotionally charged divorce circuit.
[via press release from SundanceTV] SUNDANCE TV AND BBC ONE GREENLIGHT SECOND SEASON OF DRAMA SERIES "THE SPLIT"

The Series is From BAFTA and Emmy(R) Award-Winning Screenwriter Abi Morgan and Produced by Jane Featherstone's Sister Pictures

NEW YORK - May 30, 2018 - SundanceTV and BBC One announced today that Abi Morgan's original drama "The Split," produced by Sister Pictures, will return for a second season. Season one premiered on SundanceTV on May 23rd to critical acclaim, having been called a "powerful drama" by The Wall Street Journal and "an addictive guilty pleasure" by TV Guide.

"The Split" is an authentic, layered exploration of modern marriage and the legacy of divorce through the lens of the Defoes - a family of female lawyers at the heart of London's fast-paced and emotionally charged divorce circuit.

The series stars Nicola Walker ("River," "Last Tango in Halifax"), Meera Syal ("Goodness Gracious Me"), Stephen Mangan ("Episodes"), Fiona Button ("Lip Service"), Deborah Findlay (Leaving), Annabel Scholey (Being Human), Anthony Head ("Buffy the Vampire Slayer"), Barry Atsma (Hector and The Search For Happiness) and Stephen Tompkinson ("DCI Banks").

On the show's return Abi Morgan said: "It's a delight and a privilege to bring 'The Split' back for series two and to submerge myself once more into the world of Noble, Hale and Defoe and the lives of Hannah and her sisters. Thank you to the BBC, Sundance and the enthusiasm of viewers and we look forward to seeing you in 2019."

Jane Featherstone, Executive Producer for Sister Pictures, said: "I've been very proud to see Nicola Walker leading our incredible cast through six episodes of Abi Morgan's beautifully crafted exploration of families and modern marriage, and I am thrilled that we're going to be able to continue to explore their lives in even more detail in a second series. Expect things to get even messier for the Defoe sisters and those closest to them."

"'The Split' has been an emotional, compelling drama that SundanceTV has been proud to be a part of," said Jan Diedrichsen General Manager SundanceTV and Sundance Now. "Abi and Jane created a wonderful series that we're excited to bring back for a second season, and we can't wait to get a deeper look into the complicated lives of the Defoes and the high-stakes world of divorce law."
Created and written by Abi Morgan, "The Split" was produced by Sister Pictures for BBC One, co-produced with SundanceTV, and has been recommissioned by Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama, and Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content. Season one was executive produced by Sister Pictures Founder Jane Featherstone ("Broadchurch," "Humans," "River"), creator Abi Morgan ("River," Suffragette, "The Hour") director Jessica Hobbs ("Broadchurch," "Apple Tree Yard," "The Slap") and Lucy Richer for the BBC, with Lucy Dyke ("Black Mirror," "Ripper Street") producing.

About SundanceTV
Since its launch in 1996, SundanceTV has remained true to founder Robert Redford's mission to celebrate creativity and distinctive storytelling through unique voices and narratives found in the best independent films. From delivering critically acclaimed Emmy(R), Golden Globe(R) and Peabody Award-winning television featuring some of the world's most talented creators and performers, to showcasing some of the most compelling and iconic films across genres and generations, SundanceTV is a smart and thought-provoking entertainment destination. SundanceTV is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc.; its sister networks include AMC, IFC, BBC America and WE tv. SundanceTV is available across all platforms, including on-air, online at www.sundancetv.com, on demand and mobile.

About BBC Drama
BBC Drama offers something for everyone. It is unique, distinct, and captures the public's imagination by pioneering world-class work for a global audience. Working with the very best established and emerging talent, BBC Drama is the UK's industry leader in producing original British drama and home to the most ambitious shows. The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is operated in the United Kingdom, Isle of Man and Channel Islands.

About Sister Pictures
Sister Pictures is an independent production company, founded by Jane Featherstone in November 2015, to develop authored, bold and distinctive stories for UK and international audiences. Jane has executive produced some of the UK's most ground-breaking television including Broadchurch, Humans, Utopia, Spooks, The Hour, and Life on Mars. Sister's current projects include Giri/ Haji for Netfllix/ BBC, Chernobyl for HBO/ Sky Atlantic, The Bisexual created by and starring Desiree Akhavan for Hulu/ Channel 4, Cleaning Up starring Sheridan Smith for ITV1 and the award-winning Flowers S2 produced by Hootenanny, a Sister Pictures company for Hulu/ Channel 4 in association with Kudos. 

ESPN and Atlantic 10 Conference Reach Multi-Year Media Rights Deal: More than 500 Conference Games Annually on ESPN+

ESPN and Atlantic 10 Conference Reach Multi-Year Media Rights Deal: More than 500 Conference Games Annually on ESPN+
The pact features exclusive games from multiple A-10 Championships including men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, field hockey, women's volleyball, baseball, softball and lacrosse.
[via press release from ESPN] ESPN and Atlantic 10 Conference Reach Multi-Year Media Rights Deal: More than 500 Conference Games Annually on ESPN+; Exclusive Coverage of Men's and Women's Basketball Championship Opening Rounds
· Annually: More than 330 Men's and Women's Basketball Regular Season Games; Hundreds of More Games from a Multitude of Sports
· Conference Championship Semifinals and Finals from at Least Seven Sports

ESPN and the Atlantic 10 Conference have reached a multi-year media rights deal for more than 500 conference events each year to be carried on ESPN+, the first multi-sport, direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service from The Walt Disney Company Direct-to-Consumer & International segment in conjunction with ESPN, which launched earlier this spring. The comprehensive new deal makes ESPN+ the exclusive streaming home for a number of the Atlantic 10 Conference's sports and includes exclusive games from multiple A-10 Championships including men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, field hockey, women's volleyball, baseball, softball and lacrosse.

"ESPN+ has quickly established itself as a go-to destination for exclusive sports content," said ESPN Executive Vice President of Programming and Scheduling Burke Magnus. "We are thrilled to add the Atlantic 10 Conference, carrying more games from the conference, including multiple exclusive championship events, than any other network, while also offering an increasingly personalized experience on the ESPN app. The new deal bolsters our college sports offerings on ESPN+ to go along with professional leagues such as MLB, NHL, MLS and premier events from Grand Slam tennis, Top Rank boxing, UFC and the PGA Tour."

"The A-10 and ESPN have had a long-term linear television agreement that has been a win-win for both parties," stated Atlantic 10 Commissioner Bernadette V. McGlade. "This additional agreement gives the Atlantic 10 and its membership unprecedented visibility on some of the best streaming technology in sports, and it gives ESPN+ a wealth of high-level collegiate sports content. I can't thank ESPN enough for their partnership with the Atlantic 10 Conference."

ESPN and Atlantic 10 Expand Existing Relationship; Drastically Increase Coverage of Men's and Women's Basketball

Starting in the 2018-19 season, ESPN's and the Atlantic 10 Conference's new deal will make at least 330 men's and women's basketball games available on ESPN+ annually, which add to the 16 games already available on ESPN's linear networks through an existing media rights deal between ESPN and Atlantic 10. Also, ESPN+ will now exclusively stream two opening round games from the men's basketball championship and four quarterfinals from the women's championship. An ESPN's linear network will continue to air the A-10 Championship final of the women's tournament.
More than 500 Games Available Each Year as Multiple Sports Receive Increased Exposure; Conference Championship Action Available

In addition to basketball, a multitude of the conference's sports will see a drastic increase in regular season exposure on ESPN+, including the vast majority of conference controlled men's and women's soccer and baseball games. ESPN+ will also carry semifinals and finals from a number of conference championships:
· Men's and Women's Soccer: A vast slate of regular season games plus the semifinals and final games from both conference championships
· Field Hockey: More than 15 regular season games in addition to the conference championship semifinals and final
· Volleyball: A vast slate of regular season games leading into the conference championship semifinals and finals
· Baseball: A vast slate of regular season games and up to five games in conference championship play, including all semifinals and finals
· Softball: More than 35 regular season games and up to five games in conference championship play, including all semifinals and finals
· Lacrosse: More than 45 regular season games and the conference championship semifinals and finals
Additional sports, including A-10 Championship action, may be added to ESPN+ lineup.

ESPN+ Continues to Add Live Programming, Original Content
The Atlantic 10 Conference is the latest addition to ESPN+ comprehensive lineup, which include hundreds of MLB, NHL and MLS games, Grand Slam tennis, Top Rank boxing, PGA Tour golf, college sports, international rugby, cricket, original shows and series, the full library of ESPN Films (including 30 for 30) and more. ESPN has previously announced deals with The Ivy League and Sun Belt, with hundreds of games from each conference available on the platform each year.

About ESPN+
ESPN+ is the first-ever multi-sport, direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service from The Walt Disney Company's Direct-to-Consumer and International division in partnership with ESPN. It offers fans thousands of additional live events, on-demand content and original programming not available on ESPN's linear TV or digital networks. This includes hundreds of MLB, NHL and MLS games, Grand Slam tennis, Top Rank boxing, PGA Tour golf, college sports, international rugby, cricket, the full library of ESPN Films (including 30 for 30) and more. Fans can subscribe to ESPN+ for just $4.99 a month (or $49.99 per year).

ESPN+ is an integrated part of the completely redesigned ESPN App. Already the leading sports app, the new ESPN App is the premier all-in-one digital sports platform for fans and is a showcase of the company's culture of innovation. With a richer, increasingly more personalized experience, the new ESPN App curates all of ESPN's incredible content into an experience unique to each fan's individual tastes. ESPN+ is also available through ESPN.com. 

Netflix Renews Korean Original "Busted!" for a Second Season

Netflix Renews Korean Original "Busted!" for a Second Season
The 10-episode first season debuted exclusively on Netflix on May 4 with the final two episodes set to be revealed on June 1.
[via press release from Netflix] NETFLIX RENEWS KOREAN ORIGINAL "BUSTED!" FOR A SECOND SEASON
May 31, Seoul, Korea - Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced today that its first Netflix original Korean variety show Busted! I Know Who You Are will be returning for a second season. Netflix will continue to team up with producers Cho Hyo-jin, Chang Hyuk-jae and Kim Ju-hyung of Company SangSang.

Featuring an all-star cast including Yoo Jae-suk, Lee Kwang-soo, Kim Jong-min. Ahn Jae-wook, Park Min-young, Sehun of Exo, and Kim Se-jeong of Gugudan, the 10-episode season debuted exclusively on Netflix on May 4 with the final two episodes set to be revealed on June 1.

About Company SangSang
Company SangSang is a production found by producer Jang Hyuk-Jae and Cho Hyo-Jin, the producers that were a part of successful variety shows including Running Man and Family Outing. The company was also able to make a mark in China and broke the 5% viewership mark in their show, while also becoming the No.1 non-American movie in the Chinese box office for a film production.

About Netflix
Netflix is the world's leading internet entertainment service with 125 million memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments. 

Oxygen Shifts "The Price of Duty," "In Defense Of" Premieres to Monday Nights

Oxygen Shifts "The Price of Duty," "In Defense Of" Premieres to Monday Nights
The newcomers will debut June 11 and June 25 at 8:00/7:00c and 9:00/8:00c, respectively.
[via press release from Oxygen] OXYGEN'S JUNE 2018 PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS
Monday, Jun 11th at 8:00 PM ET/PT - "The Price of Duty" Episode #101 "Daron Wyatt" **SERIES PREMIERE**

When a young woman is mysteriously murdered, Detective Daron Wyatt must use behavioral science, overlooked evidence and a chilling interrogation tape to solve the case and bring closure to her family, and himself.

· ABOUT NEW SERIES - "The Price of Duty" follows dedicated detectives from across the country as they recount their stories of complex cases that have emotionally impacted and changed their lives forever. Each episode explores the emotional rollercoaster of how investigators sacrificed their personal lives to solve these seemingly impossible cases. They shed their stoic exteriors to expose their vulnerability and reveal the personal struggles they endured while working tirelessly to solve these unthinkable crimes. With first-hand narrative of the detectives, along with their families, the victim's families and other law enforcement involved, the show reveals the impact these horrific crimes had on everyone involved. The remarkable stories demonstrate how the detectives put everything on the line to help grieving families find justice while becoming ingrained in their lives forever.

Monday, June 25th at 9:00 PM ET/PT - "In Defense Of" Episode #101 **SERIES PREMIERE**
Episode Description TK

· ABOUT NEW SERIES - "In Defense Of:" From award-winning producers Magical Elves comes the psychologically thrilling crime series that explores the complex relationships between notorious defendants and the attorneys who represented them. The top defense lawyers on the infamous cases of Timothy McVeigh, Jodi Arias, Branch Davidians member Clive Doyle and Ted Bundy will share their very personal, at times provocative take on events. From putting their reputations on the line, and in some cases their own lives, to the personal sacrifices made the series highlights what these lawyers endured in order to defend the largely unfavored. 

Today in TV History - May 2018


Today is Thursday, May 31, 2018

Today in
Television History

1962 - "Tell It To Groucho" aired for the last time on CBS.

1964 - The Dave Clark Five appeared on "The Ed Sullivan Show" for the first of 11 appearances.

1990 - The first episode of "Seinfeld" aired on NBC.

1992 - The final episode of "Night Court" aired on NBC.

1999 - VH1's "Behind the Music" began airing nightly. The premiere show was "The Red Hot Chili Peppers: Behind the Music."


Today in
American Bandstand History

1960 - Johnny & the Hurricanes performed "Down Yonder" on American Bandstand.

1960 - Preston Epps performed "Bongo, Bongo, Bongo" on American Bandstand.

1963 - Brian Hyland performed "I'm Afraid to Go Home" on American Bandstand.

1969 - Dorsey Burnette appeared on American Bandstand.

1969 - Classics IV performed "The River is Wide" and "I'd Wait a Million Years" on American Bandstand.

1975 - Disco Tex and the Sex-O-Lettes performed "I Wanna Dance wit'Choo" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Peter McIan performed "Solitaire" on American Bandstand.

Today is Wednesday, May 30, 2018


Today in
Television History

1975 - On "Midnight Special," Joan Baez welcomed Kool & the Gang into the studio.

1980 - On "Midnight Special," the Temptations hosted. The guests were Firefall and Robbie Dupree.

1981 - "Nightline" extended from four nights a week to five nights a week.

1996 - John Tesh hosted "Entertainment Tonight" for the last time.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1961 - Johnny Burnette performed "Big Big World" on American Bandstand.

1963 - Lesley Gore performed "It's My Party" on American Bandstand.

1964 - April & Nino performed "I'm Confessin'" and "Tea for Two" on American Bandstand.

1970 - Bobbi Martin performed "For the Love of Him" and "Give a Woman Love" on American Bandstand.

1981 - Don McLean performed "Yesterday Once More/Nothing Remains the Same" on American Bandstand.



Today is Tuesday, May 29, 2018


Today in
Television History

1949 - The TV comedy variety show "Candid Camera" moved to NBC.

1962 - Barbra Streisand appeared on "The Garry Moore Show."

1988 - NBC aired "To Heal A Nation," the story of Jan Scruggs' effort to build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

2002 - Kelsey Grammer and his production company, Grammnet Inc., were ordered to pay more than $2 million in unpaid commissions to his former talent agency.

Today in
American Bandstand History

1971 - The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band performed "Mr. Bojangles" and "House on Pooh Corner" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Fifth Dimension performed "Love Hangover" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Jim Stafford performed "Jasper" on American Bandstand.

1982 - Patrice Rushen performed "Forget Me Not" on American Bandstand.


Today is Monday, May 28, 2018


Today in
Television History

1969 - Judy Collins appeared on "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson.

1986 - Dick Clark's "America Picks the No. 1 Songs" TV special aired.

1990 - "The Dave Thomas Comedy Show" debuted on CBS.

1994 - "Cafe America" aired for the last time on NBC.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1962 - Smokey Robinson and the Miracles performed "I'll Try Something New" on American Bandstand.

1966 - The Gentrys performed "Keep On Dancing" and "Everyday I Have to Cry" on American Bandstand.

1966 - The Olympics performed "Mine Exclusively" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Alan O'day performed "Undercover Angel" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Shalamar performed "Uptown Festival" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Simple Minds performed "Promised You a Miracle" and "Somewhere, Someone, Summertime" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Naked Eyes performed "Always Something There to Remind Me" and "Fortune and Fame" on American Bandstand.

1986 - Dick Clark's "America Picks the No. 1 Songs" TV special aired.



Today is Sunday, May 27, 2018


Today in
Television History

1950 - Frank Sinatra made his TV debut on NBC's "Star-Spangled Review."

1961 - Johnny Cash appeared on NBC's "The Deputy."

1982 - The final episode of "Bosom Buddies" aired on ABC.

1982 - The final episode of "Mork and Mindy" aired on ABC.

1987 - Jim and Tammy Bakker appeared on "Nightline" following the PTL scandal.

1988 - The final episode of "Punky Brewster" aired on NBC.

1994 - "The Arsenio Hall Show" aired for the last time. The show was revived for a single season in 2013.


Today in
American Bandstand History

1967 - The Buckinghams performed "Kind of a Drag" and "Mercy Mercy Mercy" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Love Unlimited performed "Walkin' in the Rain with the One I Love" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Peter Yarrow performed "Don't Ever Take Away My Freedom" on American Bandstand.

1978 - Donna Summer performed "Last Dance" on American Bandstand.

1978 - The Brooklyn Dreamers performed "Music, Harmony, and Rhythm" on American Bandstand.


Today is Saturday, May 26, 2018


Today in
Television History

1965 - The Rolling Stones appeared on "Shindig!" along with Jackie De Shannon, Sonny and Cher and Jimmy Rodgers.

1970 - The final episode of "I Dream of Jeannie" aired.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1959 - The Four Lads performed "Fountain of Youth" on American Bandstand.

1960 - Bobby Vee performed "What Do You Want?" on American Bandstand.

1979 - Carrie Lucas performed "Dance with You" on American Bandstand.

1984 - The Romantics performed "One in a Million" and "Open Your Door" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Sergio Mendes performed "Olympia" on American Bandstand.



Today is Friday, May 25, 2018


Today in
Television History

1986 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Notorious Nun" aired.

1992 - Jay Leno debuted as the new permanent host of NBC's "Tonight Show."

1995 - Ringo Starr was a guest on CBS-TVs "Late Show With David Letterman."

1999 - The final episode of "Home Improvement" aired.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1968 - Strawberry Alarm Clock performed "Sit with the Guru" on American Bandstand.

1974 - Bill Withers performed "The Same Love That Made Me Laugh" on American Bandstand.



Today is Thursday, May 24, 2018


Today in
Television History

1964 - On "The Ed Sullivan Show," a taped Beatles performance was played. The Beatles performed "You Can't Do That" from the set of "A Hard Day's Night."

1974 - On "Midnight Special," Richard Pryor was host to Olivia Newton-John and Boz Scaggs.

1974 - The last "Dean Martin Show" was seen on NBC. The show had been aired for 9 years.

1987 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Sinister Spirit" aired.

1993 - The final episode of "Designing Women" was aired on CBS.

1999 - The final episode of "Mad About You" aired.

2006 - The fifth season of "American Idol" ended. Taylor Hicks was voted the winner.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1963 - Skeeter Davis performed "End of the World" and "I'm Saving My Love" on American Bandstand.

1969 - Solomon Burke performed "Proud Mary" on American Bandstand.

1969 - The Guess Who performed "These Eyes" and "Laughing" on American Bandstand.

1975 - Evie Sands performed "You Brought Out the Woman in Me" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Jermaine Jackson performed "Let's Get Serious" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Mary MacGregor performed "Dancing Like Lovers" on American Bandstand.

2004 - It was announced that "American Bandstand" would be returning to television with a new twist in the summer of 2005. Dick Clark was a planned producer but not planned to be a host. The show did not return as announced.



Today is Wednesday, May 23, 2018


Today in
Television History

1963 - NBC purchased the 1963 AFL championship game TV rights for $926,000.

1994 - The final episode of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" aired.

1995 - The final episode of "Full House" aired.

1995 - The 100th episode of "Home Improvement" aired.

2001 - The final episode of "Star Trek: Voyager" aired.


Today in

American Bandstand History

1958 - Julius LaRosa performed "Torrero" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Little Caesar and the Romans performed "Those Oldies but Goodies (Remind Me of You)" on American Bandstand.

1964 - Marvin Gaye performed "You're a Wonderful One" and "Try It Baby" on American Bandstand.

1970 - Jack Blanchard and Misty Morgan performed "Tennessee Birdwalk" and "Humphrey the Camel" on American Bandstand.

1981 - Rick Springfield performed "Jesse's Girl" on American Bandstand.

2002 - ABC celebrated the 50th anniversary of American Bandstand.




Today is Tuesday, May 22, 2018


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Television History

1955 - Jack Benny did his last live network radio broadcast after a run of 23 years. He devoted his time fully to TV.

1966 - The final episode of "Perry Mason" aired on CBS.

1967 - "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" made its debut.

1967 - The final "To Tell the Truth" program was seen on CBS-TV.

1984 - The final episode of "Hart to Hart" aired.

1987 - Roy Orbison performed on "Saturday Night Live."

1988 - The reunion movie "The Incredible Hulk Returns" aired.

1992 - Johnny Carson hosted NBC's "Tonight Show" for the last time. He had been host for 30 years. He was replaced by Jay Leno.

1997 - Fleetwood Mac performed the first of two MTV Unplugged specials that would be aired in the summer of 1997.

2001 - The final episode of "3rd Rock from the Sun" aired on NBC.


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American Bandstand History

1958 - The Four Aces performed "Rock 'n' Roll Rhapsody" on American Bandstand.

1965 - Tony Clarke performed "The Entertainer" on American Bandstand.

1971 - Sugarloaf performed "Mother Nature's Wine" and "Green-Eyed Lady" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Kool and the Gang performed "Love and Understanding" on American Bandstand.

1982 - Richard "Dimples" Fields performed "If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another" on American Bandstand.



Today is Monday, May 21, 2018


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Television History

1979 - Elton John began a series of Russian concerts that were videotaped for a cable-TV special and a videodisc. They were both titled "To Russia with Elton."

1985 - HBO began airing "The Ray Bradbury Theatre."

1990 - The final episode of "Newhart" aired on CBS.

1992 - The final episode of "MacGyver" aired.

1992 - Bette Midler appeared Johnny Carson's last guest on the NBC's "The Tonight Show."

1993 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Telltale Talk Show Host" aired.


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American Bandstand History

1966 - Roy Head performed "Treat Her Right" and "My Babe" on American Bandstand.

1966 - The Tokens performed "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and "I Hear Trumpets Blow" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Yvonne Elliman performed "Hello Stranger" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Crown Heights Affair performed "Dancin'" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Patrick Simmons performed "It's So Wrong" and "Don't Make Me Do It" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Def Leppard performed "Photograph" and "Rock of Ages" on American Bandstand. 


Today is Sunday, May 20, 2018


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Television History

1939 - The first telecast over telephone wires was sent from Madison Square Garden to the NBC-TV studios at 30 Rockefeller Center in Manhattan. The event was a bicycle race.

1982 - The final episode of "Barney Miller" aired.

1986 - CBS aired the "Flintstones 25th Anniversary Celebration."

1990 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Silenced Singer" aired.

1993 - The final episode of "Cheers" aired on NBC. The show debuted on September 30, 1982.

1995 - CBS News fired co-anchor Connie Chung.

1996 - The final episode of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" aired on NBC.

1997 - The final episode of "Roseanne" aired on ABC.

2015 - David Letterman made his last appearance on "The Late Show."


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American Bandstand History

1967 - The Seeds performed "Can't Seem to Make You Mine" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Gladys Knight and the Pips performed "Help Me Make it Through the Night" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Stevie Wonder performed "If You Really Love Me" and "Superwoman" on American Bandstand.

1978 - Joey Travolta performed "I Don't Wanna Go" on American Bandstand.
Today is Saturday, May 19, 2018

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Television History

1991 - The TV movie "Knight Rider 2000" aired on NBC.

1992 - U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle criticized the CBS sitcom "Murphy Brown" for having its title character decide to bear a child out of wedlock.

1994 - The final episode of "L.A. Law" aired.

1996 - The final episode of "Murder, She Wrote" aired on CBS.

1999 - Rosie O'Donnell and Tom Selleck got into an uncomfortable verbal issue concerning gun control on O'Donnell's talk show.

2000 - The "Dukes Of Hazzard" television movie entitled "Hazzard in Hollywood" aired.

2002 - The conclusion of "Survivor: Marquesas" was aired by CBS. The show, the fourth "Survivor" series, was filmed in the South Pacific's Marquesas Islands.

2009 - The pilot episode of "Glee" aired.


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American Bandstand History


1972 - Sylvia performed "Pillow Talk" and "Didn't I" on American Bandstand.

1979 - Badfinger performed "Love's Gonna Come at Last" on American Bandstand.

1979 - Narada Michael Walden performed "I Don't Want Nobody Else" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Wang Chung performed "Don't Let Go" and "Dance Hall Days" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Kim Fields performed "Dear Michael" on American Bandstand.

2002 - The Dick Clark's American Bandstand 50th Anniversary show aired on ABC. The show featured performances by Michael Jackson Cher, Alanis Morissette, Kiss, and Stevie Wonder.


Today is Thursday, May 17, 2018



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Television History

1939 - The first fashion to be shown on television was broadcast in New York from the Ritz-Carleton Hotel.

1961 - The final episode of "You Bet Your Life"/"The Groucho Show" was taped.

1975 - NBC TV bought the rights to show "Gone with the Wind." The one time rights cost NBC $5,000,000.

1977 - Japan agreed to slow its TV exports to avoid a rise in U.S. tariffs.

1985 - Bobby Ewing died on the season finale of "Dallas" on CBS-TV. He returned the following season.

1993 - Barry Manilow appeared on the CBS-TV's "Murphy Brown."

1994 - The last episode of "The Joy of Painting" aired.

1999 - Alex Trebek received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

2000 - The final episode, number 296, of "Beverly Hills 90210" was aired by FOX.


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American Bandstand History

1969 - DeeDee Warwick performed "Foolish Fool" on American Bandstand.

1969 - The Ventures performed "Hawaii Five-O" and "Theme From A Summer Place" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Robbie Dupree performed "Steal Away" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Public Image Ltd. performed "Poptones" and "Careering" on American Bandstand.




Today is Wednesday, May 16, 2018

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Television History

1958 - The final episode of "Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok" aired.

1965 - The Rolling Stones appeared with Chuck Berry on the television show "Hollywood A-GO-GO."

1965 - The Beach Boys appeared on the "The Ed Sullivan Show" and performed "Help Me Rhonda."

1995 - The final episode of "In the Heat of the Night" aired.

1997 - The final episode of "Baywatch Nights" aired.

1999 - The 225th episode of "The Simpsons" was aired. The animated show had been airing since January 14, 1990.

2005 - The final episode of "Everybody Loves Raymond" aired.

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American Bandstand History

1958 - Jack Scot performed "Leroy" and "My True Love" on American Bandstand.

1964 - Jan & Dean performed "Dead Man's Curve" on American Bandstand.

1970 - The Chairmen of the Board performed "Give Me Just a Little More Time" and "Dangling on a String" on American Bandstand.

1981 - Franke and the Knockouts performed "Sweethearts" on American Bandstand.


Today is Tuesday, May 15, 2018



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1968 - John Lennon and Paul McCartney appeared on NBC-TV's "The Tonight Show." Joe Garagiola was sitting in for Johnny Carson. During the show the establishment of the Apple record label was announced.

1979 - The final episode of "Starsky and Hutch" was aired by ABC.

1981 - "Harlem Globetrotters on Gilligan's Island" was aired.

1988 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Lady in the Lake" aired.

1997 - ABC News and Starwave Corp. launched ABCNEWS.com.





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American Bandstand History

1959 - Dave "Baby" Cortez performed "The Happy Organ" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Gene McDaniels performed "A Tear" on American Bandstand.

1965 - Jackie DeShannon performed "What The World Needs Now is Love" on American Bandstand.

1971 - The Staple Singers performed "Heavy Makes You Happy" and "You've Got to Earn It" on American Bandstand.

1971 - Bobby Bloom performed "We're All Goin' Home" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds performed "Every Day Without You" on American Bandstand.

1982 - War performed "You Got the Power" on American Bandstand.






Today is Monday, May 14, 2018

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Television History

1968 - Paul McCartney and John Lennon were guests on NBC's "Tonight Show" (with guest host Joe Garagiola).

1988 - Atlantic Records celebrated its 40th anniversary with a televised cable show.

1989 - The final episode of "Family Ties" aired.

1991 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Glass Coffin" aired.

1994 - Janet Jackson performed on NBC-TV's "Saturday Night Live."

1997 - The 100th episode of "The Nanny" was aired by CBS.

1998 - The final episode of "Seinfeld" aired on NBC. The commercial time during the show was priced at $2 million for 30 seconds.

2006 - The final episode of "West Wing" aired on NBC.

2010 - NBC confirmed it had canceled "Law and Order." The show began airing on September 6, 1990.

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American Bandstand History


1963 - The Rockin' Rebels performed "Rockin' Crickets" on American Bandstand.

1966 - Brian Hyland performed "3000 Miles" on American Bandstand.

1966 - Just Us performed "I Can't Grow Peaches on a Cherry Tree" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Rose Royce performed "I Wanna Get Next to You" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Nick Lowe performed "Wish You Were Here" and "Raging Eyes" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Jose Feliciano performed "Lonely Teardrops" and "One Night" on American Bandstand.


Today is Sunday, May 13, 2018



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Television History

1978 - The final episode of "Bionic Woman" aired.

1989 - The 600th episode of "Soul Train" aired.

1993 - The final episode of "Knots Landing" aired.

1996 - The 200th episode of "Murphy Brown" aired on CBS.

1996 - O.J. Simpson appeared on British TV to discuss his not guilty verdict.




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American Bandstand History


1959 - The Falcons (featuring Wilson Pickett) performed "You're So Fine" on American Bandstand.

1967 - Jerry Butler performed "I Dig You Baby" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Gallery performed "Nice to Be with You" and "I Believe in Music" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Millie Jackson performed "Ask Me What You Want" and "My Man, a Sweet Man" on American Bandstand.

1978 - Robert Palmer performed "Every Kind of People" on American Bandstand.

1978 - Chic performed "Everybody Dance" on American Bandstand.




Today is Saturday, May 12, 2018


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Television History

1955 - Gisele MacKenzie played a singer on the NBC-TV program, "Justice."

1960 - Elvis Presley guest-starred on "Welcome Home Elvis." The TV special was hosted by Frank Sinatra. Elvis sang "Witchcraft" and Sinatra sang "Love Me Tender."

1963 - Bob Dylan walked out of dress rehearsals for "The Ed Sullivan Show" when CBS censors told him he could not perform "Talkin' John Birch Paranoid Blues."

1982 - The final episode of "The Incredible Hulk" aired.

1987 - The final episode of "Hill Street Blues" aired.

1989 - The 2000th episode of "Entertainment Tonight" was aired.

1993 - The final episode of "The Wonder Years" aired on ABC.

1999 - The final episode of "The Nanny" was aired by CBS.

2002 - The 200th episode of "X-Files" aired on FOX.


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American Bandstand History

1958 - Mickey & Sylvia performed "Bewildered" on American Bandstand.

1960 - Duane Eddy performed "Shazam!" and "Because They're Young" on American Bandstand.

1973 - Doby Gray performed "Drift Away" on American Bandstand.

1979 - Blondie performed "Heart of Glass" on American Bandstand.

1979 - G.Q. performed "Disco Nights" and "I Do Love You" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Berlin performed "No More Words" and "Now It's My Turn" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Yarbrough and Peoples performed "Don't Waste Your Time" on American Bandstand.

Today is Friday, May 11, 2018


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Television History

1928 - In Schenectady, NY, General Electric opened their first TV station.

1957 - The Everly Brothers made their debut on "Grand Ole Opry" in Nashville, TN.

1965 - The Byrds made their TV debut with "Mr. Tambourine Man" on NBC's "Hullabaloo."

1967 - The ABC-TV special "Rodgers & Hart Today" aired. It starred Bobby Darin, the Supremes, Petula Clark and the Mamas & the Papas.

1972 - John Lennon appeared on the "Dick Cavett" TV show and said that the FBI had tapped his phone.

1976 - ABC aired the last episode of "Marcus Welby, MD."

1983 - The final episode of "Quincy, M.E." aired on NBC.

1989 - The final episode of "Dynasty" aired.

1992 - The 100th episode of "Murphy Brown" aired on CBS.

1993 - The Paramaribo Suriname TV studio was destroyed by fire.

1999 - CBS announced that it would provide high-definition prime-time programming beginning in September.

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American Bandstand History

1968 - The Byrds performed "You Ain't Goin' Nowhere" on American Bandstand.

1974 - Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods performed "Billy Don't Be a Hero" on American Bandstand.


Today is Thursday, May 10, 2018


Today in
Television History

1928 - WGY-TV in Schenectady, NY, began regular television programming.

1964 - Dusty Springfield made her U.S. television debut on the "Ed Sullivan Show."

1982 - Elliott Gould made his dramatic television debut after 30 movies in 17 years. He starred in "The Rules of Marriage" on CBS-TV.

1983 - The last episode of "Laverne & Shirley" aired on ABC.

1994 - The "Perry Mason Mystery" TV movie "The Case of the Lethal Lifestyle" aired.

1997 - Barbara Mandrell launched her "Country Sentiments" line of jewelry on the QVC cable TV channel.

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American Bandstand History

1969 - Tommy Roe performed "Heather Honey" on American Bandstand.

1969 - Smoke Ring performed "Not Much" on American Bandstand.

1975 - The Captain and Tennille performed "Love Will Keep Us Together" on American Bandstand.

1975 - Charlie Kulis performed "Runaway" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Photoglo performed "We Were Meant to Be Lovers" on American Bandstand.

Today is Wednesday, May 9, 2018


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Television History

1946 - "NBC's Hour Glass" premiered. It was the first hour long entertainment show.

1958 - Richard Burton made his network television debut in the presentation of "Wuthering Heights" on CBS-TV.

1990 - Sinead O'Connor refused to perform on "Saturday Night Live" after Andrew Dice Clay was named as host.

1991 - Michael Landon appeared on the "Tonight Show" and talked about condition with cancer.

1992 - The final episode of "The Golden Girls" aired on NBC.

1996 - WRAL-TV filed the first application in the U.S. for a license to operate a high-definition television station.

1998 - Puff Daddy and Jimmy Page were musical guests on NBC's "Saturday Night Live." They performed their collaboration "Come To Me."

2002 - The pilot episode of "CSI: Miami" aired.


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American Bandstand History

1958 - Jody Reynolds performed "Endless Sleep" on American Bandstand.

1962 - The Castells performed "So This Is Love" on American Bandstand.

1964 - Dusty Springfield performed "Stay Awhile" on American Bandstand.

1964 - Round Robin performed "Kick That Little Foot, Sally Ann" on American Bandstand.

1970 - Crabby Appleton performed "Go Back" on American Bandstand.

1970 - The Grass Roots performed "Baby Hold On" and "Walking Through the Country" on American Bandstand.

1981 - Bill Medley performed "Don't Know Much" on American Bandstand.


Today is Tuesday, May 8, 2018


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Television History

1978 - ABC TV aired "The Stars Salute Israel at 30."

1984 - Joanie (Erin Moran) and Chachi (Scott Baio) got married on ABC-TV's "Happy Days."

1994 - ABC aired the 500th commentary by Andy Rooney on "60 Minutes."


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American Bandstand History

1961 - The Regents performed "Barbara Ann" on American Bandstand.

1963 - Darlene Love performed "Today I Met The Boy I'm Gonna Marry" on American Bandstand.

1971 - Mike Nesmith performed "Nevada Fighter" on American Bandstand.

1971 - The Bells performed "Stay Awhile" and "I Love You, Lady Dawn" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Dorothy Moore performed "Misty Blue" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Pratt & McClain performed "Happy Days" on American Bandstand.

1982 - Karla Bonoff performed "Personally" on American Bandstand.

1982 - Atlantic Starr performed "Circles" on American Bandstand.

Today is Monday, May 7, 2018


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Television History

1947 - "Kraft Television Theater" premiered on NBC.

1987 - Shelly Long, as Diane Chambers, made her last appearance as a regular on the TV show "Cheers."

1989 - The movie "Trial of the Incredible Hulk" aired on NBC.

1995 - The final episode of "Matlock" aired on NBC.

1996 - Evan Chandler filed a $60 million breach of contract suit against Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley. The charge was that they had violated a confidentiality clause in the 1994 out-of-court settlement by discussing the case with Diane Sawyer on "PrimeTime Live."

1998 - Leeza Gibbons received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

1999 - A jury ruled that "The Jenny Jones Show" and Warner Bros. were liable in the shooting death of Scott Amedure. He was killed by another guest on the show. The jury's award was $25 million.

2012 - The 200th episode of "Two and a Half Men" aired.

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American Bandstand History

1958 - The Champs performed "Tequila" and "El Rancho Rock" on American Bandstand.

1958 - The Playboys performed "Over the Weekend" on American Bandstand.

1963 - Neil Sedaka performed "Let's Go Steady Again" on American Bandstand.

1966 - Otis Redding performed "Satisfaction" on American Bandstand.

1966 - Shadows of Knight performed "Gloria" and "Oh Yeah" on American Bandstand.

1977 - Hot performed "Angel in Your Arms" on American Bandstand.

1977 - The Ohio Players performed "Feel the Beat" and "O-H-I-O" on American Bandstand.

1983 - Bow Wow Wow performed "Do You Want to Hold Me" and "Aphrodisiac" on American Bandstand.

1983 - The Thompson Twins performed "Lies" and "Love on Your Side" on American Bandstand. 

Today is Sunday, May 6, 2018


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Television History

1957 - The final episode of "I Love Lucy" aired.

1964 - "Around The Beatles" aired on ITV.

1981 - The 100th episode of "Quincy, M.E." aired on NBC.

1984 - The final episode of "The Jeffersons" aired.

1989 - The 100th episode of "The Golden Girls" aired on NBC.

1992 - The final episode of "Jake and the Fatman" aired.

1995 - The Classic Sports Network began on cable TV.

2001 - The 100th episode of "The Practice" aired on ABC.


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American Bandstand History

1967 - The Electric Prunes performed "Get Me to the World on Time" on American Bandstand.

1967 - Brenda Holloway performed "Just Look What You've Done" on American Bandstand.

1972 - Honey Cone performed "The Day I Found Myself" and "One Monkey Don't Stop No Show" on American Bandstand.

1978 - Bobby Arvon performed "Baby Hold On" on American Bandstand.

Today is Saturday, May 5, 2018


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Television History

1979 - The 300 episode of "Soul Train" aired.

1988 - The 100th episode of "Night Court" aired on NBC.

1988 - Michael Jackson became the first non-Soviet to be featured while advertising a product on Russian television.

1992 - The Perry Mason TV movie "The Case of the Reckless Romeo" aired.

1993 - The final episode of "Quantum Leap" aired on NBC.

1997 - The final episode of "The Jeff Foxworthy Show" aired.

2000 - The final episode of "Boy Meets World" aired on ABC.

2001 - The 200th episode of "Walker, Texas Ranger" aired on CBS.


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American Bandstand History

1959 - The Crests performed "Six Nights a Week" and "Flowers of Love" on American Bandstand.

1973 - Vickie Lawrence performed "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia" on American Bandstand.

1979 - Bachman-Turner Overdrive performed "Heartaches" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Christine McVie performed "Got a Hold on Me" and "Love Will Show Us How" on American Bandstand.

1984 - Wire Train performed "Chambers of Hello" on American Bandstand.


Today is Friday, May 4, 2018


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Television History

1957 - The "Alan Freed Show" premiered on ABC-TV. It was the first prime-time network rock show.

1964 - "Another World" premiered on NBC-TV.

1968 - Mary Hopkins won on the ITV talent show "Opportunity Knocks." Paul McCartney saw the performance and makes Hopkins the first signed artist on the Apple label.

1974 - The 100th episode of "Soul Train" was aired.

1999 - The final episode of "NewsRadio" aired on NBC.


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American Bandstand History

1959 - Martin Denny performed "Quiet Village" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Paul Revere & the Raiders performed "Like, Long Hair" on American Bandstand.

1968 - Dyke & the Blazers performed "Funky Walk Part I" and "We Got More Soul" on American Bandstand.

1968 - Steppenwolf performed "Born to Be Wild" on American Bandstand.

1974 - Sami Jo performed "Tell Me a Lie" on American Bandstand.

1974 - Soul Children performed "I'll Be the Other Woman" on American Bandstand.

Today is Thursday, May 3, 2018


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Television History

1964 - Gerry & the Pacemakers made their U.S. TV debut on the "Ed Sullivan Show." They performed "Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying."

1966 - The game "Twister" was featured on the "Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson.

1986 - The final episode of "Crazy Like a Fox" was aired on CBS.

1991 - The final episode of "Dallas" aired on CBS.

2000 - The final episode of "Party of Five" aired on FOX.


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American Bandstand History

1960 - Charlie Rich performed "Lonely Weekends" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Dee Clark performed "Raindrops" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Bobby Bare appeared on American Bandstand.

1962 - Yvonne and the Sensations performed "Let Me In" and "That's My Desire" on American Bandstand.

1963 - Jimmy Clanton performed "Darkest Street in Town" on American Bandstand.

1969 - Linda Ronstadt appeared on American Bandstand.

1975 - B.J. Thomas performed "Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song" on American Bandstand.

1975 - Elvin Bishop performed "Fooled Around and Fell in Love" on American Bandstand.

1980 - Felix Cavalieri performed "Only A Lonely Heart Sees" on American Bandstand.


Today is Wednesday, May 2, 2018


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Television History

1941 - The Federal Communications Commission agreed to let regular scheduling of TV broadcasts by commercial TV stations begin on July 1, 1941. This was the start of network television.

1965 - The Rolling Stones made their second appearance on the "Ed Sullivan Show."

1965 - The "Early Bird" satellite was used to transmit television pictures across the Atlantic.

1996 - Phil Donahue taped the final edition of his talk show "Donahue." On July 15, 2002, he returned to television with a talk show under the same name.

2010 - Conan O'Brien made his first television appearance since his final appearance on "The Tonight Show." He did an interview with Steve Kroft on CBS' "60 Minutes."


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American Bandstand History

1963 - Peter, Paul and Mary performed "Puff the Magic Dragon" on American Bandstand.

1964 - The Bermudas performed "Donnie" on American Bandstand.

1970 - Turley Richards performed "Love Minus Zero - No Limit" and "I Heard the Voice of Jesus" on American Bandstand.

Today is Tuesday, May 1, 2018


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Television History

1963 - Lesley Gore performed "It's My Party" on "American Bandstand."

1969 - Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash taped a TV special at the Grand Ol' Opry in Nashville, TN.

1988 - The final episode of "Magnum, p.i." aired.

2000 - ABC aired the first celebrity "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire."

2005 - FOX aired the 350th and 351st episodes of "The Simpsons".


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American Bandstand History

1958 - Roy Hamilton performed "Don't Let Go" on American Bandstand.

1959 - Freddy Cannon performed "Tallahassee Lassie" on American Bandstand.

1961 - Neil Sedaka performed "Little Devil" on American Bandstand.

1965 - Ian Whitcomb performed "The Sporting Life" and "You Turn Me On" on American Bandstand.

1965 - The Ikettes performed "Peaches 'n' Cream" and "I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song)" on American Bandstand.

1971 - Helen Reddy performed "I Don't Know How to Love Him" and "Crazy Love" on American Bandstand.

1976 - The Commodores performed "Sweet Love" on American Bandstand.

1976 - Melissa Manchester performed "Better Days" on American Bandstand.

1982 - Taste of Honey performed "I'll Try Something New" on American Bandstand.

1982 - George Duke performed "Shine One" on American Bandstand.

2002 - Dick Clark appeared on CNN to talk about the history of "American Bandstand." ABC aired "American Bandstand's 50th" on May 3.