Television

Michael J. Fox, very much alive, shades CNN for publishing erroneous video about his death

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 17:57:22 GMT

Michael J. Fox responds to CNN's erroneous reports of his death with snark and plenty of grace. The network has since apologized to the actor and his family.

'Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair' brings the gang back and stays true to the original

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 17:38:31 GMT

The popular series about a tightly knit calamitous family of weirdos is back after 20 years for a four-part miniseries on Hulu, along with much of the original cast and some new faces.

'Euphoria' held a grip on the culture. But after a four-year pause, will viewers return?

Precious Fondren — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 17:23:11 GMT

After production delays and the loss of two key figures, HBO's teen drama series is back, but fans and experts say its cultural influence may be more tempered this time around.

Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández to be part of Fox's World Cup broadcast team

Kevin Baxter — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Former Galaxy standout and Mexico soccer legend Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández is heading to the broadcast booth as part of Fox's World Cup coverage.

'The Miniature Wife' turns a big misadventure into a nice little love story

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 20:13:30 GMT

Elizabeth Banks stars as a woman shrunk to six inches by her scientist husband, played by Matthew Macfadyen, in Peacock's science fiction farce based on a short story by Manuel Gonzales.

In 'The Testaments,' Chase Infiniti and Lucy Halliday show how they lead a teenage rebellion

Yvonne Villarreal — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The co-stars of 'The Handmaid's Tale' sequel spoke about joining Margaret Atwood's universe, how menstrual cycles are a character and observing Elisabeth Moss in action.

'The Testaments' feels timely because it's the Epstein files writ large

Mary McNamara — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 07:01:00 GMT

If 'The Handmaid's Tale' warned against the historical horrors of theocracy, 'The Testaments' underlines the more universal sin of equating status with sexual procurement.

Federal judge could halt Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger

Meg James, Katie King — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 02:25:40 GMT

Lawyers for TV station giant Nexstar, which owns KTLA, argued that last month's mammoth merger with Tegna would not lessen competition.

Oscars and SAG's Actor Awards set dates for 2027 and 2028 ceremonies

Malia Mendez — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 00:07:50 GMT

The Academy Awards will bid ABC farewell with their 2028 centennial, while the Actor Awards set their 2027 and 2028 dates on Netflix.

Sony Pictures Entertainment to cut hundreds of film and TV jobs

Cerys Davies — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 21:17:30 GMT

Under the new leadership of CEO Ravi Ahuja, Sony Pictures Entertainment will emphasize franchises and next-gen content. With these changes, the company plans to lay off a few hundred employees across its film, TV and corporate divisions.

Judge allows 'Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul to have supervised visits with son

Yvonne Villarreal, Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 19:02:41 GMT

At a Tuesday hearing, a judge ruled that Taylor Frankie Paul would be allowed to have supervised visits with her youngest son, whom she shares with ex Dakota Mortensen.

'Deadliest Catch' star Todd Meadows' cause of death revealed

Emily St. Martin — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 23:55:58 GMT

The cause of death has been revealed for Todd Meadows, the 25-year-old 'Deadliest Catch' cast member and deckhand on the Aleutian Lady crabbing vessel.

In jailhouse phone call, Kendra and Joseph Duggar discussed renting out home, selling possessions

Christie D'Zurilla — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 23:19:09 GMT

Joseph Duggar's wife, Kendra, has moved everything out of their home, and they may rent it out to help cover his bail and legal expenses. They are selling stuff too.

Taylor Frankie Paul is distancing herself from Mormon church amid domestic abuse allegations

Emily St. Martin — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 21:02:05 GMT

'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul announces 'it's time to detach' herself from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints amid domestic abuse allegations.

Melissa Gilbert defends 'canceled' husband Timothy Busfield amid 'hell' of child sex abuse case

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 19:59:10 GMT

Melissa Gilbert tells ABC News the child sex abuse allegations against her husband, Timothy Busfield, began 'the most traumatizing experience of our lives.'

Jack Black joins 'SNL' Five-Timers Club with help from Jonah Hill and Melissa McCarthy

Omar L. Gallaga — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 07:00:10 GMT

The actor, promoting 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' became the latest to host 'SNL' for the fifth time and was welcomed by Tina Fey, Candice Bergen and others.

Driver arrested after reality TV stars filmed Hollywood road rage encounter

Emily St. Martin — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 22:10:44 GMT

The driver who was filmed punching and kicking the Mercedes-Benz of reality TV stars Patrik Simpson and Pol' Atteu in Hollywood was arrested.

Dakota Mortensen's storyline will be edited out of 'Vanderpump Villa'

Yvonne Villarreal — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 19:13:44 GMT

Dakota Mortensen's storyline will be edited out of the third season of 'Vanderpump Villa' amid a domestic violence incident between Mortensen and Taylor Frankie Paul.

Eugene Mirman of 'Bob's Burgers' 'thankful beyond words' and 'doing relatively alright' after fiery crash

Tracy Brown — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 19:09:58 GMT

Eugene Mirman, who voices Gene Belcher on 'Bob's Burgers,' says he is 'doing relatively alright' after being injured in a New Hampshire car crash.

'Summer House' drama explained: What you need to know about the latest Bravo scandal

Katie Simons — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 17:57:01 GMT

Everything you need to know about 'Summer House's' Amanda Batula and West Wilson, and the drama behind their newly public romance.

A major fail on live TV put a target on this pop star's back. Winning 'The Masked Singer' might erase it

Christie D'Zurilla — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:44:35 GMT

When Ashlee Simpson was outed as lip-syncing on 'SNL' years ago, casual observers painted a target on her back. Her Season 14 win on 'The Masked Singer' may erase it.

Meryl Streep to star in Netflix's 'The Corrections' series adaptation

Malia Mendez — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:58:39 GMT

Netflix has ordered 'The Corrections' TV adaptation straight to series, leading it out of production purgatory. Meryl Streep will star.

The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

With the Zendaya-thon set to begin this month with 'The Drama,' here's what to know about the her upcoming projects, including 'Euphoria' and 'Dune: Part Three.'

Zahn McClarnon is No. 1 on the 'Dark Winds' call sheet, where he deserves to be

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 'Dark Winds' star won't call himself a leading man, but he has all the right qualities, showcasing his poise and relatability in roles on 'Reservation Dogs,' 'Fargo' and 'Longmire.'

'Bob's Burgers' actor Eugene Mirman pulled from fiery crash and hospitalized

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 01:27:42 GMT

Comedian Eugene Mirman, the voice of Gene on 'Bob's Burgers,' was pulled from a fiery car crash and taken to a hospital with serious injuries.

Jessie Jones, playwright and TV actor known for co-writing film 'Kingdom Come,' dies at 75

Tracy Brown — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 20:43:49 GMT

Jessie Jones, a comedy playwright and TV actor whose credits include 'Murphy Brown,' 'Night Court' and 'Designing Women,' has died. She was 75.

Prison was no 'Club Cupcake': Jen Shah of 'RHOSLC' explains why she pleaded guilty to fraud

Christie D'Zurilla — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 19:50:48 GMT

Jen Shah of 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' says she wants make amends for the 'wrong decisions' that led to her conviction on conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

Joseph Duggar pleads not guilty to molestation and heads home. The story so far

Christie D'Zurilla — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 17:05:23 GMT

Joseph Duggar, the second '19 Kids and Counting' family member to be accused of a sex-related crime, pleads not guilty to molestation and makes bail. Here's the story so far.

Dan Levy wanted to explore family trauma and dysfunction. So he made 'Big Mistakes'

Dave Itzkoff — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Six years after the end of 'Schitt's Creek,' Dan Levy has joined forces with Taylor Ortega and Laurie Metcalf to depict what happens when a family gets caught up in organized crime.

'Summer House' stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson confirm their relationship

Katie Simons — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:34:37 GMT

"Summer House" stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson confirmed their relationship, three months after Batula announced her divorce from fellow cast member Kyle Cooke.

Lamar Odom's past is a 'cesspool of trauma,' he says: 'I don't know what made me relevant now'

Christie D'Zurilla — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:48:24 GMT

It seems like Lamar Odom was in no hurry to revisit the 'cesspool of trauma' that crystallized with his overdose at the Love Ranch in Nevada — but apparently, Netflix was.

What to know about Dakota Mortensen, Taylor Frankie Paul's ex-boyfriend

Iris Kwok — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Here's what we know about Dakota Mortensen from Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' who made recent headlines over domestic abuse allegations against ex-girlfriend Taylor Frankie Paul.

Laura Dern will play journalist who investigated Jeffrey Epstein crimes in a new series

Emily St. Martin — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 02:43:40 GMT

There's a Jeffrey Epstein series in the works and Laura Dern has signed on to play Miami Herald reporter Julie K. Brown, who investigated the disgraced financier's crimes.

Sophie Turner sustains 'minor' injury, and Prime Video's 'Tomb Raider' series halts filming

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:45:02 GMT

Prime Video's upcoming TV adaptation of 'Tomb Raider' has hit pause on filming after star Sophie Turner, who plays Lara Croft, experienced a 'minor' injury.

Global streaming revenue surged to $160 billion in 2025. Here's why

Cerys Davies — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:27:49 GMT

Streaming services keep raising prices. More consumers are electing ad-supported tiers. And global streaming revenue is expected to hit over $200 billion by 2020, according to new data from Ampere Analysis.

A new PBS documentary reveals why Henry David Thoreau's radicalism resonates today

Robert Lloyd — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:09:32 GMT

Ken Burns produces the first-ever documentary on Henry David Thoreau, which moves beyond famous one-liners to explore his complex life and startlingly modern relevance.

'Paradise' Season 2 finale: Creator Dan Fogelman on Sinatra and what's in store for Season 3

Emily Zemler — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The creator of Hulu's postapocalyptic show explains the big event that reframes the entire series and what we can expect for the third and final season.

A timeline of the rise of 'Mormon Wives' and Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic violence investigations

Katie Simons — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A timeline breaking down the rise of Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' and Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic violence investigations.

Saying 'I do' is supposed to be joyous — unless something very bad happens

Gina McIntyre — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Haley Z. Boston's Netflix series 'Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen,' executive produced by the Duffer Brothers, explores what happens when you have doubts about marriage.

Bill Maher on getting the Mark Twain Prize for humor: 'Like an Emmy, except I win'

Christie D'Zurilla — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:49:08 GMT

Bill Maher will be the 27th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Official word comes six days after White House publicists dubbed a report 'fake news.'

'Harry Potter' series has 'serious security' because of racist death threats against Paapa Essiedu

Tracy Brown — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:33:30 GMT

HBO's Casey Bloys says 'Harry Potter' has a 'serious security team' because it anticipated the racist backlash for casting Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape.

Reality TV has become a cultural powerhouse. There's no stopping it

Maira Garcia — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The television genre is showing no signs of loosening its grip on viewers, who have helped propel series into sprawling universes.

From Trump to Dr. Oz: 10 personalities who went from reality TV to politics

Lorraine Ali — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

These reality stars either began their careers on TV or dipped into it later, but they all also tried their hand at politics — some more successfully than others.

Howard Stern dishes on being JFK Jr.'s cover model: 'One of the worst covers I ever did'

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:11:34 GMT

Howard Stern dishes on being JFK Jr.'s cover model for 'George' magazine and on his connection to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy.

Jessi Draper goes wild with allegations about estranged husband Jordan Ngatikaura

Christie D'Zurilla — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:12:36 GMT

Last week, Jessi Draper's husband, Jordan Ngatikaura, filed for divorce. This week, 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star told some wild tales about her life with him.

Police are investigating a third domestic violence claim against Taylor Frankie Paul

Emily St. Martin — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:41:00 GMT

Taylor Frankie Paul, known for 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' is now under investigation for a third domestic violence allegation brought by ex-partner Dakota Mortensen.

'Harry Potter' TV series gets magical trailer and release date

Iris Kwok — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:36:07 GMT

HBO has released the trailer for its 'Harry Potter' series, titled 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone,' which will premiere on Christmas Day 2026.

Rocky Carroll's long-running 'NCIS' character Leon Vance is dead (and that's OK with him)

Christie D'Zurilla — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:13:36 GMT

Actor Rocky Carroll, whose character Leon Vance has been part of 'NCIS' since 2008, had a life-changing 500th episode Tuesday night. Now he's talking about the big twist.

Stephen Colbert goes from late night to 'Lord of the Rings': Host set to co-write new movie script

Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:21:13 GMT

Stephen Colbert already has a new gig lined up after his late-night series ends next month: He is co-writing the script for the next 'Lord of the Rings' movie.

Riz Ahmed's marvelous comedy 'Bait' is built around a man in crisis, much like James Bond

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:54:20 GMT

Riz Ahmed created and stars in this series filled with hallucinations, dreams and magical realism, playing an actor who auditions to be the next James Bond.

'Survivor 50': How a social experiment turned competition show keeps the torch burning

Pamela Chelin — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Host Jeff Probst, contestant Benjamin 'Coach' Wade and others discuss why CBS' competition show continues to endure after more than 25 years.

Taylor Frankie Paul says her daughter is forced to relive incident after video leaked

Emily St. Martin — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:23:41 GMT

Reality TV star Taylor Frankie Paul says the fallout from a recently leaked video of a domestic dispute is impacting her daughter, who was there when the incident happened.

'Bridgerton' will center Francesca and Michaela's love story next. Prepare for sapphic yearning

Tracy Brown — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:21:48 GMT

Netflix has confirmed 'Bridgerton's' next central couple: Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling. Season 5 of the historical romance is now in production.

Sequins, sing-alongs and scarves: Inside the 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special' premiere

Katie Simons — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:48:43 GMT

At Monday's premiere event for the 20th anniversary special, Miley Cyrus revisited memories from the Disney Channel television show that catapulted her to stardom.

'The Real Housewives of Orange County': An oral history of how five unfiltered women changed TV

Yvonne Villarreal — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With the 20th anniversary of the pilot this month, we look back at how a producer and his neighbors spawned a sprawling reality TV universe.

Taylor Frankie Paul is the latest blow to the fairy-tale formula of 'The Bachelorette'

Greg Braxton — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The pause on Paul's season is the latest example of how ABC's reality TV dating franchise centered on rose-colored love stories has become plagued by firestorms.

'White With Fear' and two other documentaries to watch right now

Stuart Miller — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Documentaries about how politicians have stoked fear through language, a naturalist's effort to find a massive elephants and pro bowlers are among this month's recommendations.

After 500 episodes and a big twist, 'NCIS' continues to thrive with no signs of stopping

Jim Halterman — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With its 500th episode, which features a major character death, the show ranks among the longest-running scripted, live-action American prime-time series.

Inside Disney's $70-million gamble on 'The Bachelorette' star Taylor Frankie Paul

Meg James — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:47:01 GMT

Disney TV bet big on the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star, pushing for Taylor Frankie Paul to lead one of its most important franchises.

'Reacher' star Alan Ritchson and neighbor will not face criminal charges for brawl

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:43:00 GMT

The viral feud between 'Reacher' star Alan Ritchson and his neighbor has come to an end, with neither facing criminal charges, police confirm.

With Tina Fey as first host, 'SNL UK' kicked off with familiar skits and very British humor

Robert Lloyd — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:19:20 GMT

A new iteration of 'Saturday Night Live' kicked off this weekend, from London, with Tina Fey as host — the perfect ambassador to bridge the American and U.K. versions.

What's in 'Entertainment Tonight's' vault? William Shatner on a whale and a young Taylor Swift

Stephen Battaglio — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Entertainment Tonight' is digitizing and preserving its archive of 45 years of interview set visits and red carpet walks, which include gems like George Clooney's first interview.

After more than a decade, Lisa Kudrow and 'The Comeback' make a timely, final return

Robert Lloyd — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The third and final season of the HBO series is both timely and speculative, addressing the impact of AI on TV and the industry, hinting at a dystopian future.

Commentary: ABC thought Taylor Frankie Paul would amp 'Bachelorette' ratings. It was playing with fire

Mary McNamara — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Reality TV always courts some amount of controversy, but with Taylor Frankie Paul, 'The Bachelorette' was desperately playing with fire. It's not surprising that the show got burned.

Nicholas Brendon, star in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' dies at 54

Clara Harter — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 04:20:59 GMT

Nicholas Brendon, best known for portraying the loyal, wisecracking Xander Harris in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," died Friday from natural causes after dealing with a congenital heart defect and other health issues in recent years. He was 54.

California attorney general asks judge to block Nexstar-Tegna merger

Meg James — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:12:08 GMT

The move comes after Nexstar wins FCC approval and finalizes its $6.2-billion takeover

California's film and TV tax credit is working, but federal help is needed, lawmakers say

Cerys Davies — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:12:25 GMT

To many of California's lawmakers, the state's film and TV tax credit isn't enough. Sen. Adam Schiff has introduced a federal-level tax credit to bring productions back to the U.S.

'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Jessi Draper's husband Jordan Ngatikaura files for divorce

Alexandra Del Rosario — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:02:21 GMT

The marriage of 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' stars Jessi Draper and Jordan Ngatikaura is coming to an end after five years, with him reportedly filing for divorce in Utah.

'The Pitt' shows ICE in an emergency room. Here's how it's played out in real life

Maira Garcia — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:10:26 GMT

The latest episode of Season 2 of 'The Pitt' shows ICE agents at the ER, dramatizing what has happened at hospitals across the country, including in California.

'The Faithful' centers women of the Bible, reinterpreting their stories and struggles

Jim Halterman — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fox's faith-based series, airing over three consecutive weeks, stars Minnie Driver and spotlights the primary matriarchs of the Book of Genesis: Sarah, Hagar, Rebekah, Leah and Rachel.

What to know about 'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,' per its producers

Malia Mendez — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Jury Duty' producers answered questions about the new season of their show, subtitled 'Company Retreat,' including who the 'hero' is and why he works for a hot sauce company.

Nexstar finalizes acquisition of Tegna's TV stations, despite opposition

Samantha Masunaga — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:26:58 GMT

Nexstar Media Group has closed its deal to buy Tegna, despite opposition from some state attorneys general.

We talked to 'Bachelorette' Taylor Frankie Paul. Then reality hit pause on her TV career

Yvonne Villarreal — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:08:44 GMT

The influencer and reality star was on the precipice of making her debut on the dating series before the latest crossover attempt by a member of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' was derailed. What happens now?

Joseph Duggar of '19 Kids and Counting,' charged with child sex abuse, awaits extradition to Florida

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:18:33 GMT

Joseph Duggar, a former star of the TLC series '19 Kids and Counting,' was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of two counts of child sex abuse. Jailed in Arkansas, Duggar awaits extradition to Florida.

'Jury Duty' returns with 'Company Retreat' and a new lovable, out-of-the-loop hero

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:16:11 GMT

Prime Video's award-winning series returns with a new unwitting hero, who is hired as a temp at a hot sauce company — gentle, funny pranks ensue.

Ukrainian series 'Double Stakes' is a stimulating tale of cops and thieves

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Making its stateside debut on Viaplay, this Ukrainian crime drama is refreshingly straightforward, with some references to the war with Russia.

Disney's Josh D'Amaro era begins following Bob Iger handoff

Meg James, Samantha Masunaga — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:31:14 GMT

D'Amaro begins his tenure as the new chief executive of The Walt Disney Co. as Bob Iger steps into a senior advisory role ahead of his planned retirement in December.

2026 Oscars telecast scores 17.9 million viewers, down 9% from last year

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:07:36 GMT

ABC's Sunday telecast of the 98th Oscars averaged 17.9 million viewers, ending a four year streak of audience increases.

'Lanterns' co-creator Damon Lindelof apologizes for 'dumb joke' that upset DC fans and a comics icon

Tracy Brown — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:06:09 GMT

'Lanterns' co-creator Damon Lindelof has apologized for saying 'Green' is stupid and upsetting comic book fans and Grant Morrison.

Kiki Shepard, entertainer and longtime co-host of 'Showtime at the Apollo,' dies at 74

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:31:17 GMT

Kiki Shepard, best known for co-hosting the variety show 'Showtime at the Apollo,' has died, her representative confirmed. The Harlem theater remembered Shepard as a 'true Apollo legend.'

Sarah Michelle Gellar says one executive made 'Buffy' reboot an 'uphill battle' from the start

Tracy Brown — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:29:41 GMT

Sarah Michelle Gellar says the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot was killed by an executive who was 'proud' that he wasn't a fan of the original show.

'Meal Ticket' doc goes deep into the real history of the incomparable McDonald's All-American Games

Steve Henson — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:56:17 GMT

The documentary 'Meal Ticket' is an exhaustively researched labor of love by co-directors Corey Colvin and Carlton Gerard Sabbs that premieres Thursday on Prime Video.

FCC chair threatens to pull TV licenses over Iran news coverage. Why that's highly unlikely

Stephen Battaglio — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:15:01 GMT

FCC Chair Brendan Carr goes after broadcast networks as negative stories mount against the Trump administration amid Iran war.

Hulu slays 'Buffy' sequel series, leaving fans disappointed yet hopeful for a revival

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:08:34 GMT

The 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot is no longer moving forward at Hulu. 'This was a moment that I've been waiting decades for,' a disappointed fan told The Times.

'Born to Bowl' follows the pursuit of glory as bowling struggles to survive

Robert Lloyd — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:29:44 GMT

HBO's five-part docuseries, executive produced by Ben Stiller, follows five bowlers on the PBA tour as they grind away in a sport with an uncertain future.

All hail Conan O'Brien, who could host the Oscars forever and we wouldn't mind

Robert Lloyd — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:15:29 GMT

The comedian returned to host the 98th Academy Awards, and it was an even livelier and funnier show than the previous year.

Judy Pace, groundbreaking actor from 'Peyton Place' and 'Brian's Song,' dies at 83

Christopher Goffard — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:20:05 GMT

Judy Pace, a pathbreaking model and star of blaxploitation films who appeared in television shows through the 1960s and '70s and the hit made-for-TV movie "Brian's Song," died last week.

Harry Styles returned to charm at 'SNL,' and he's definitely not 'queerbaiting'

Maira Garcia — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:48:32 GMT

The pop star pulled double duty, hosting for the second time on 'Saturday Night Live,' and performing a pair of new songs from his latest album.

'Access Hollywood' is canceled as NBCUniversal exits first-run syndication business

Cerys Davies, Stephen Battaglio — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:15:33 GMT

Talk programs "The Steve Wilko Show" and "Karamo" will also end, reflecting the shift to streaming and the decline in daytime TV viewing.

Grace Lilly of 'Southern Hospitality' arrested on suspicion of drug possession in S.C.

Christie D'Zurilla — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:48:08 GMT

Grace Lilly, a 'Southern Hospitality' cast member, was arrested this week and booked on suspicion of drug possession. It was her second arrest since December.

Nicole Curtis of 'Rehab Addict' can't stop fart-digging her way through a 'Breakfast Club' chat

Christie D'Zurilla — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:29:27 GMT

Nicole Curtis, whose HGTV show 'Rehab Addict' was axed last month after she was seen blurting out a racial slur, tries explaining herself to 'The Breakfast Club.' Incredulity ensued.

It took years to bring Kay Scarpetta from page to screen. Now they both play her

Emily Zemler — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Nicole Kidman and Rosy McEwen portray Patricia Cornwell's famous forensic medical examiner in Prime Video's "Scarpetta," the first time the character has been on screen.

'Scarpetta' finally brings the medical examiner and a slew of details to the screen

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:01:33 GMT

The Prime Video series features a stacked cast, including Nicole Kidman as Dr. Kay Scarpetta, the medical examiner made famous by Patricia Cornwell's novels.

Miley Cyrus transforms back into Hannah Montana in trailer for 20th anniversary special

Katie Simons — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:55:34 GMT

Miley Cyrus teased her return to 'Hannah Montana' to celebrate the show's 20th anniversary in a Disney+ special, out March 24.

James Van Der Beek 'became what we used to just call a good man,' Joshua Jackson says

Christie D'Zurilla — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:30:17 GMT

Joshua Jackson and James Van Der Beek shared something special growing up together on 'Dawson's Creek.' Now Jackson is breaking his silence on the death of his pal.

A whodunit with sex, untimely death and interpretive ASL dance? That's 'DTF St. Louis'

Lorraine Ali — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini and David Harbour talk about their HBO limited series where they play middle-aged suburbanites in a love triangle who try to spice up their lives with a hook-up app.

How the star of 'One Piece' went from telenovelas to the biggest live-action manga adaptation

Carlos Aguilar — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The charismatic Mexican actor Iñaki Godoy spoke about embodying the hilariously nonchalant would-be pirate in Netflix's 'One Piece,' now in its second season.

Jennifer Runyon, 'Ghostbusters' and 'A Very Brady Christmas' actor, dies at 65

Tracy Brown — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 21:23:38 GMT

Jennifer Runyon, film and TV actor who appeared in 'Ghostbusters,' 'A Very Brady Christmas' and 'Charles in Charge,' has died at age 65.

Winner of Netflix's 'Outlast' arrested on suspicion of child rape, sexual battery charges

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 19:11:46 GMT

An inaugural winner of Netflix's 'Outlast' survival competition series faces charges for alleged child rape and sexual battery.

As a dad and daughter in 'Rooster,' Steve Carell and Charly Clive get to be a little messy

Esther Zuckerman — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In HBO's new comedy, the actors play a father and daughter who don't have their lives quite figured out — and that's OK.