“Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog” Premiere Date Set June 30, 2008 7:03 pm
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Joss Whedon’s new Web musical, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog will be streamed online in three installments beginning on July 15th. All three acts will remain online, for free, until July 20th. At that point, they will be available to download for a small fee. A DVD release featuring a commentary track is also in the work. If you haven’t seen it already, click here to watch the teaser trailer for the series, which premiered last week.
Source: TV Guide
Broadcast TV Ratings for Sunday, June 29, 2008 June 30, 2008 7:02 pm
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A complete breakdown of the night’s ratings follows after the jump.
Euro Finals Ratings June 30, 2008 6:36 pm
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The European Championship match between Spain and Germany, in which Spain was victorious 1-0, got a 3.1 overnight rating yesterday on ABC (the final national rating will be available at a later date). It was the first time that a Euro final was televised on U.S. network television.
As expected, the match drew considerably higher ratings overseas, especially in the two home nations of the teams. In Spain, the game set an all-time record for a televised game on Spanish television, averaging an 81% audience share or 14.5 million viewers on the free-to-air channel Cuatro. Even more impressive, the final minute drew more than 17.7 million viewers (or an 88.6% share), making it the most-watched program in Spanish television history.
Over in Germany, an equally impressive 80% of the audience, or 26 million viewers, tuned in to the game on ARD. But, that figure was short by about 3.5 million of the record set by sister channel ZDF when they aired Germany’s last-minute win over Turkey.
George Lucas Talks Clone Wars June 30, 2008 4:11 am
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There’s an extensive piece over at the New York Times on George Lucas, in which the famed Star Wars director discusses his Star Wars universe, the upcoming ‘Clone Wars’ movie and TV series (including the back story on how it got off the ground), the live-action series and more. I’ve assembled some highlights–and some new photos–that you can check out after the jump.
BSG Actress Tells LA Times that TV Movie Has Been Greenlit June 30, 2008 3:38 am
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Choire Sicha of the LA Times is reporting that the first of as many as three Battlestar Galactica made-for-TV movies has been greenlit. The news comes from BSG star Grace Park (Boomer), who told the paper that filming is suppose to start in August on the TV movie: “I just heard about the first Battlestar movie being greenlit,” said Park, adding “A TV movie, but still! But this — it’s like, yeah, it’s over but we’re ready to move on but nobody’s manager or agent has been called. It’s supposed to start in August.” More after the jump.
Broadcast TV Ratings for Saturday, June 28, 2008 June 29, 2008 4:00 pm
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Tennant May Not Be Leaving “Doctor Who” Afterall June 29, 2008 1:21 pm
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For quite some time, it’s been reported that the current Doctor of “Doctor Who”, David Tennant, would be leaving the show (including on this site). However, it turns out that he may be staying. According to reports, BBC is rumored to be offering Tennant a new contract worth £1.3 million, or about £100,000 per episode (about $2.6M or a shade under $200,000/episode) to carry on as Doctor Who. In addition, he could be offered other drama projects in an attempt to keep him on board. More after the jump.
Complete Ratings for the 2008 NBA Finals June 29, 2008 2:54 am
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Last year when the the NBA Finals were experiencing a significant year-to-year decline, I put together a complete analysis of the game by game and year-to-year numbers (read it here). Considering just how much stronger the series rated this year compared to last, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the ratings for the 2008 NBA Finals. So keep on reading for a full on look at the ratings from game 1 through game 6. Needless to say (as you can see from the graph tease above), there was a major improvement.
Broadcast TV Ratings for Friday, June 27, 2008 June 28, 2008 4:50 pm
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Discovery Channel Announces “Shark Week” Schedule June 27, 2008 4:55 pm
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Entering its 21st year on the air, the Discovery Channel has announced the schedule for their annual Shark Week event. Les Stroud, Mike Rowe, Adam Savage and Jamie Hyman will be joined by many experts as they explore the Bahamas, South Africa, the Artic, Australia and more. The event will begin on July 27th and conclude on August 2nd. Programming will run from 7-midnight ET/PT on Sunday through Friday and from 9am to 3pm ET/PT on Saturday.
Broadcast TV Ratings for Thursday, June 26, 2008 June 27, 2008 4:50 pm
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Fall Programming Guide Update June 26, 2008 11:58 pm
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I’ve gone ahead and updated my fall programming guide with the premiere dates for CBS’s lineup (per this article). Click here, or the image above, to download the latest update.
And as always, the file will also be posted on the 2008/2009 television page (which you can access here) and I’ll continue to update and re-upload as I make corrections, edits or if schedules change.
Please feel free to leave any comments here on the site or via e-mail (russtc@yourentertainmentnow.com).
Top 10 Drama and Comedy Series Finalists for Primetime Emmy’s Announced June 26, 2008 11:43 pm
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Finalists in the Drama and Comedy category for the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards have been announced. The 10 drama and 10 comedy series (viewable after the jump) will be narrowed down to five for each group. The Television Academy will announce those final 10 series (five from drama, five from comedy) at 5:40am on Thursday, July 17th. See if you’re favorite show is up for contention after the jump.
CBS’s 2008-2009 Premiere Dates Announced June 26, 2008 11:35 pm
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CBS has announced the premiere dates for its 2008-2009 schedule. The season kicks off with a pre-season launch for Survivor: Gabon on Thursday, September 18th and the rest of the networks fall programming will roll out through October. Check out the press release after the jump.
Steve Carrell Signed for Three More Years of “The Office” June 26, 2008 11:27 pm
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Ricky Gervais reported over on his official site, that Steve Carell, who plays Michael Scott on NBC’s The Office has signed on with the show for an additional three years.
Had some great news today about the American version of The Office.
Steve Carell (now one of the most bankable film stars in the world) has just signed up for another three years with us. He is the hardest working man in Hollywood and the harder he works the better it is for me. I mean… well done Steve you are wonderful.
Source: Ricky Gervais
Broadcast TV Ratings for Wednesday, June 25, 2008 June 26, 2008 4:50 pm
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Broadcast TV Ratings for Tuesday, June 24, 2008 June 25, 2008 4:50 pm
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2008 Saturn Award Winners June 25, 2008 12:30 pm
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The 34th Annual Saturn Awards were announced last night. Walt Disney’s Enchanted and ABC’s Lost were the big winner’s at the awards show, with Enchanted winning three awards and Lost four.
The complete list of winners follows below.
Best Science Fiction Film: Cloverfield
Best Fantasy Film: Enchanted
Best Horror Film: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Best Action/Adventure/Thriller Film: 300
Best Animated Film: Ratatouille
Best International Film: Eastern Promises
Best Actor: Will Smith (I Am Legend)
Best Actress: Amy Adams (Enchanted)
Best Supporting Actor: Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men)
Best Supporting Actress: Marcia Gay Harden (The Mist)
Best Performance by a Younger Actor: Freddie Highmore (August Rush)
Best Director: Zack Snyder (300)
Best Writer: Brad Bird (Ratatouille)
Best Music: Alan Menken (Enchanted)
Best Costumes: Colleen Atwood (Sweeney Todd)
Best Make-Up: Ve Neill, Martin Samuel (Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End)
Best Special Effects: Transformers
Best DVD Release: The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (Remix)
Best DVD Special Edition: Blade Runner (5 Disc Ultimate Edition)
Best DVD Classic Film: The Monster Squad
Best DVD Collection: Mario Brava (Box Sets 1 & 2)
Best Television Series on DVD: Heroes (Season 1)
Best Network Television Series: Lost
Best Syndicated / Cable Television Series: Dexter
Best Presentation on Television: Family Guy: Blue Harvest
Best Actor on Television: Matthew Fox (Lost)
Best Actress on Television: Jennifer Love Hewitt (Ghost Whisperer)
Best Supporting Actor on Television: Michael Emerson (Lost)
Best Supporting Actress on Television: (TIE): Summer Glau (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles) / Elizabeth Mitchell (Lost)
Best Retro Television Series Release on DVD: Twin Peaks (Definitive Gold Box Ed.)
The Filmmakers Showcase Award: Matt Reeves (Cloverfield)
The Life Career Award: Robert Halmi, Sr. and Robert Halmi, Jr.
The George Pal Memorial Award: Guillermo del Toro
The Special Achievement Award: Tim & Donna Lucas
The Service Award: Fred Barton
A full listing of the nominees can be read at the official Saturn Awards website.
Food Network to Launch Six New Series this Summer June 25, 2008 10:00 am
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Beginning shortly after the July 4th holiday, the Food Network will be introducing the first of six new series this summer; four total in July, and two in August:
- Grill It! with Bobby Flay – Thirteen viewers auditioned for the chance to grill beside Chef Bobby Flay. Premieres July 6 at 9a.
- How’d That Get On My Plate? – Host Sunny Anderson follows a single ingredient from its origins to the plate. Premieres July 7 at 930p.
- Road Tasted with the Neelys – Pat and Gina Neely visit several cities where they put the spotlight on family-owned specialty food product businesses. Premieres July 22 at 930p.
- Food Detectives – Ted Allen hosts this show that uses science to test various food myths. Premieres July 29 at 9p.
- Ask Aida – Aida Mollenkamp cooks while solving viewer’s cooking problems in this interactive series. Premieres August 2 at 1230p.
- The Cooking Loft – Chef Alexandra Guarnaschelli invites four cooking students to her cooking loft for lessons and tips. Premieres August 31 at 12p.
Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog June 25, 2008 9:00 am
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The trailer for Joss Whedon’s 36-minute three-part online musical, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, has been released online. The project stars Neil Patrick Harris as Dr. Horrible, Nathan Fillion as Captain Hammer Felicia Day as Penny and more. Watch the trailer here.
Broadcast TV Ratings for Monday, June 23, 2008 June 24, 2008 4:50 pm
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CBS adds six episodes of “Million Dollar Password” June 24, 2008 3:30 pm
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CBS has ordered up an additional six episodes of its Regis Philbin-hosted game show Million Dollar Password. Through four aired episodes, the series has averaged a 6.2/11 household rating/share, 9.45 million viewers and a 2.0/6 rating/share among adults 18-49, winning its timeslot among households, viewers and adults 18-49 all but one time.
George Clooney Sets Up New Pilot “The Fall of Bob” at Showtime June 24, 2008 1:15 am
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Showtime has picked up The Fall of Bob, a new TV pilot from George Clooney. The half-hour dark comedy, was written by Danny Zuker and revolves around the lead character, Bob, as he narrates his life through flashbacks after his life flashes before his eyes as he jumps off a building.
Heroes Season 3 Set Photos June 23, 2008 3:15 pm
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Shooting on the third season of Heroes is well underway, and several photos from the set of filming have found their way online. If you have read an early spoiler report from E! Online, the images could be considered spoilers. If you haven’t read the report, proceed. I’ll give you one more spoiler warning before checking out the images.
“Men In Trees” Alternate Finale Mistakenly Posted on ABC.com June 23, 2008 2:26 pm
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When ABC canceled Men In Trees, it was reported at the time that the network had filmed two endings: one in case the show was renewed and another in the case of its cancellation. Being that the show was canceled, the correct ending aired during its season finale. However, it turns out that for a short period of time (it’s since been corrected) the network aired the alternate cliffhanger ending online at ABC.com. The alternate ending is expected to appear on the DVD.
Source: Post-gazette
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