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Richard Schiff Has an Idea for ‘West Wing’ Reboot: Aaron Sorkin Likes It ‘a Lot’
4 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
“Ballers” star Richard Schiff teased the possibility of a “West Wing” reboot for NBC on Wednesday, adding that he already ran his idea past series creator Aaron Sorkin. NBC boss Bob Greenblatt revealed last week that “The West Wing” was among the list of shows the network was eyeing for a potential reboot following this fall’s revival of “Will & Grace.” Schiff was asked about the possibility during an interview on Larry King’s show “PoliticKing.” “It is not necessarily coming,” he said. “And I don’t know in what form it’s coming but I did have a particular idea that I spoke. »
- Reid Nakamura
NBC Getting Spooky With ‘The Munsters’ Reboot in Development
4 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
“The Munsters” might be headed back to TV. NBC is developing a reboot of the classic sitcom, a person close to the network told TheWrap. The new comedy will be updated for the modern day. While the 1960s show dealt with a family of docile monsters — including a ripoff of Frankenstein’s monster and his bride — living in the suburbs, the new show will deal with a similarly offbeat family as they try to fit in in hipster Brooklyn. “Odd Mom Out’s” Jill Kargman is tapped to write and executive produce along with late night host Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker. »
- Carli Velocci
Jenji Kohan’s Renaissance Faire Series ‘American Princess’ Ordered by Lifetime
4 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
Lifetime has ordered Jenji Kohan’s “American Princess” straight-to-series. Ten one-hour episodes have been ordered for the scripted show that centers on Amanda, a socialite who runs off with a Renaissance Faire after her wedding plans fall apart. The show is a co-production between A+E Studios and Im Global Television. “American Princess” is created, written and executive produced by Jamie Denbo. Kohan (“Orange Is the New Black”) and Tara Herrmann also executive produce. Also Read: 'Orange Is the New Black': 22 Characters Ranked From Worst to Best (Photos) “Jenji has always taken interesting and unconventional worlds and given them heart and humor, »
- Ryan Gajewski
‘American Crime Story: Katrina’ Sets New Source Material, Sarah Paulson Still Attached to Star
4 hours ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
“American Crime Story: Katrina” is moving forward with new source material and a major cast overhaul, Variety has confirmed.
The planned third season of the Ryan Murphy FX anthology series will now be based on the book “Five Days at Memorial” by Sheri Fink. Scott Rudin, who previously acquired the rights to the book, will now join “Katrina” as an executive producer alongside Murphy, Brad Simpson, and Nina Jacobson. Fink is also expected to be involved in the project. The season was originally to be based on the book “The Great Deluge” by Douglas Brinkley.
“Five Days at Memorial” chronicles the real-life aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, focusing on the Memorial Medical Center in New Orleans. The center was left without power for days after the epic storm, which led to hospital staff euthanizing almost two dozen terminally ill patients. Dr. Anna Pou and two ICU nurses were ultimately charged with second-degree murder for the deaths of »
- Joe Otterson
‘Black Lightning’: Marvin ‘Krondon’ Jones III Joins Cast as Tobias Whale
8 hours ago | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
Marvin “Krondon” Jones III has been cast as Tobias Whale for the first season of “Black Lightning.”
As Tobias Whale, Jones will serve as the big bad facing off against Jefferson Pierce, a.k.a. Black Lightning (Cress Williams). Whale — an African-American man with albinism — is the leader of a gang called The 100, but before that he was a corrupt politician who was brought down by Alvin Pierce, Black Lightning’s father. Enraged, Whale murders Alvin Pierce and goes to ground, but when Black Lightning comes out of retirement Whale also returns to face his biggest adversary.
“I was excited about Krondon when I saw his audition. He’s going to make a great Tobias,” executive producer Salim Akil said. “His authentic street sensibility along with an insightful intelligence is perfect for the Tobias character arc. Not to mention his regal physical bearing will be additive to making our show exciting and different.”
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- Jacob Bryant
'Queen of the South' Renewed for Season 3 at USA Network
5 hours ago | The Hollywood Reporter - TV News | See recent The Hollywood Reporter - TV News news »
USA Network is keeping its queen in the house.
The NBCUniversal-owned cable network has renewed cartel drama Queen of the South for a third season. It will return in 2018.
Co-produced by Universal Cable Productions and Fox 21 Television Studios, the Alice Braga starrer ranks as Thursday's top cable series among the advertiser-coveted adults 18-49 demographic when factoring in three days of DVR. The series averages 2 million total viewers this season.
Showrunner Natalie Chaidez, who replaced Scott Rosenbaum this season, will be back. She exec produces alongside David T. Friendly and Pancho Mansfield.
Queen of the South, which »
- Lesley Goldberg
HBO Picks Up Podcast ‘2 Dope Queens’ From Jessica Williams, Phoebe Robinson for Series of Specials
6 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
HBO is turning the podcast “2 Dope Queens,” featuring Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson, into a series of specials.
The four hour-long specials based on the weekly stand-up and storytelling podcast will launch in 2018, HBO announced on Thursday.
“Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson prove you can be hilarious and socially conscious at the same time,” said HBO Programing president Casey Bloys in a statement. “We’re looking forward to bringing these very funny, talented women and their unique points of view to the HBO audience.”
“2 Dope Queens” launched in. »
- Ryan Gajewski
‘Love Connection’ Renewed by Fox for Season 2
7 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
Looks like Cupid’s arrow caught Fox co-CEOs Dana Walden and Gary Newman — no, not in that way. Fox has renewed “Love Connection” for a second season, when Andy Cohen will return as host and co-executive producer. The revival of the former Chuck Woolery-hosted show sends hopeful singles on three dates in order to ditch the apps and find true love. Though there’s probably still a heart emoji involved in this whole old-school approach to modern-day dating. “Andy Cohen is a phenomenal host, not only because he has brought so much fun to the show but also because he truly wants these participants. »
- Tony Maglio
‘Westworld’ Season 2 Adds Three Actors, Including ‘Vikings’ Star
9 August 2017 5:50 PM, PDT | Variety - TV News | See recent Variety - TV News news »
“Westworld” Season 2 is rounding out its cast with the addition of three new actors, Variety has confirmed.
Gustaf Skarsgård (pictured above), Fares Fares, and Betty Gabriel will all be joining the HBO series’ sophomore season. Skarsgård, known for playing Floki on the History series “Vikings,” will play Karl Strand, described as a white-collar guy comfortable in the field. Fares, who has appeared on the FX series “Tyrant” and in “Rogue One,” will play Antoine Costa, a tech expert. Gabriel, who most recently appeared in the blockbuster film “Get Out,” will be playing Maling, who is trying to restore order on the ground.
Skarsgård and Fares will be series regulars, while Gabriel will be recurring. Skarsgård is repped by Mgmt. Entertainment and Agentfirman Planthaber/Kildén/Mandic in Sweden. Fares is repped by Magnolia Entertainment. Gabriel is repped by Greene & Associates Talent and Generate.
The three are the latest additions to the cast. Previously »
- Joe Otterson
Joe Rogan Really Knows How to Give Life Advice
33 minutes ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
To this date Joe Rogan has had quite the career. He’s been a comedian, a martial artist, and a color commentator. He’s been very involved in the world of and has even hosted the show Fear Factor for around 6 seasons, non-consecutively. What you might not have known is that he’s also fairly skilled at being a motivational speaker. A lot of celebrities might act like they know what they’re talking about or even go so far as to sound wise and magnanimous, but does in fact sound as though he knows a few things and can honestly dish out
Joe Rogan Really Knows How to Give Life Advice »
- Wake
Megyn Kelly’s Not Doing Too Well on TV Right Now: Here’s Why
1 hour ago | TVovermind.com | See recent TVovermind.com news »
The fact that Megyn Kelly’s new NBC show is having a tough time with the ratings is common knowledge at this point. She’s not able to get on top of the game. Her “Sunday Night with Megyn Kelly” found a home with NBC and the network believed that they had signed on a winning program, but the ratings have fallen far below their expectations. The show debuted on June 4, 2017 on a strong note. It didn’t hurt that it opened with an interview exclusive with Russian President Vladimir Putin. After this segment, the ratings took a dive. The viewership
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- Nat Berman
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