Monday, January 15, 2024
Apple TV+ Winter Slate with Peanuts and Fraggle Rock Specials; Remembering Joyce Randolph of The Honeymooners
Apple TV+ unveiled an exciting winter programming slate for kids and families, featuring brand new Peanuts content as well as returning fan-favorite and critically acclaimed series. Launching February 16, the new Peanuts special, Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin, uncovers the origin story of one of Peanuts' most beloved characters and how he ultimately makes friends with Charlie Brown and the gang. Acclaimed series also returning this winter includes the second season of the award-winning series, Sago Mini Friends, debuting January 26, and season two of the iconic and Emmy Award-winning series from The Jim Henson Company, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, debuting March 29, as Tony and Grammy Award winner, and Emmy Award nominee Daveed Diggs (Hamilton) returns for season two alongside Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose (Schmigadoon!), Emmy Award winner Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso) and Emmy Award winner Catherine O'Hara (Schitt's Creek) in guest star roles.
Actress Joyce Randolph, who was best known for playing Trixie Norton on The Honeymooners, has died. She died in her sleep of natural causes at home in Manhattan's Upper West Side on January 13. Ms. Randolph was 99.
Randolph originally portrayed Trixie Norton on The Jackie Gleason Show in 1952 on CBS. She played the character in skits from 1952 to 1957. She starred as Trixie Norton in the 1955-1956 CBS sitcom The Honeymooners. The series follows the lives of New York City bus driver Ralph Kramden (Jackie Gleason), his wife Alice (Audrey Meadows), Ralph's best friend Ed Norton (Art Carney) and Ed's wife Trixie as they get involved with various schemes in their day-to-day living. Randolph did not appear in every episode and had a less developed character, though she is shown to be somewhat bossy toward her husband.
In 1991, Randolph and Meadows reprised their roles in the episode "Fur Flies" of the ABC sitcom Hi Honey, I'm Home. Some of her other television guest appearances included Rocky King, Detective (1950), Buck Rogers, Famous Jury Trials, The Clock, The Plainclothesman (5 episodes) and The Doctors and the Nurses. On Broadway, she appeared in Ladies Night in a Turkish Bath (1950).
She was interviewed for The Interviews: An Oral History of Television on October 27, 1999.
Ms. Randolph did a wonderful job playing Trixie Norton. She was the last surviving cast member of The Honeymooners. We thank her for the laughs and entertainment that she brought us. She will be deeply missed.
Actor Peter Crombie, who had a recurring role as Crazy Joe Davola in Seinfeld, has died. He died after a brief illness on January 10 in Palm Springs, California. Mr. Crombie was 71.
Crombie appeared as Crazy Joe Davola in five episodes in the fourth season (1992-1993) of the NBC sitcom Seinfeld. Crazy Joe Davola is a writer who suffers from mental problems. He stalks Jerry and dates Elaine. Depressed that Elaine rejected him, he dressed up as the clown from the opera Pagliacci and beats up several street toughs who antagonize him. The name was used with the consent of Fox TV executive, Joe "Lennard" Davola.
Some of his other sitcom guest appearances included Perfect Strangers, The John Larroquette Show, Get Smart (1995) and Grace Under Fire.
He appeared as Norman Minter in five episodes of the 1996 Fox drama L.A. Firefighters. Some of his other television guest appearances included Leg Work, Spenser: For Hire, Law & Order, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Diagnosis: Murder, L.A. Law, Picket Fences, Profiler, NYPD Blue and Walker, Texas Ranger.
Some of his film credits included Born on the Fourth of July (1989), The Doors (1991), Natural Born Killers (1994), Se7en (1995) and My Dog Skip (2000).
Mr. Crombie did a great job portraying one of the more memorable Seinfeld side characters. We thank him for his work on television and in films. He will be greatly missed.
We also remember German actor Christian Oliver. He starred as Brian Keller in Saved by the Bell: The Class. Oliver and his two daughters, Madita and Annik, were killed on January 4 after the four-seater private plane they were on crashed off the coast of Bequia, a Caribbean island in the Grenadines. Everyone on board, including the American pilot, Robert Sachs, was killed on impact. Mr. Oliver was 51.
Oliver starred as Brian Keller in the second season (1994) of the NBC sitcom Saved by the Bell: The New Class. It aired as a part of the network's TNBC Saturday morning line-up. Brian Keller is is a new transfer student from Switzerland. He is interested in Rachel Meyers (Sarah Lancaster), and he is also a schemer.
He appeared in a 2005 episode of The Comeback. Some of his television guest appearances included Sliders, V.I.P., Crossing Lines, Timeless and Hunters (5 episodes).
Some of his film credits included The Good German (2006), Speed Racer (2008) and Valkyrie (2008).
Mr. Oliver was known to German audiences for his role as Jan Richter in the action series Alarm für Cobra 11 – Die Autobahnpolizei from 2002 until 2004. We thank him for his work on television and in films. He will be missed.
Actress Cindy Morgan was best known for playing Lacey Underall in Caddyshack and Lora/Yori in Tron. She was found dead of natural causes at her home in Lake Worth Beach, Florida, on December 30, 2023. Ms. Morgan was 69.
Morgan's sitcom guest appearances included The Love Boat, Tough Cookies, Beverly Hills Buntz, She's the Sheriff, Harry and the Hendersons and The Larry Sanders Show.
She starred as Gloria Marlowe in the 1982-1983 CBS adventure series Bring 'Em Back Alive, which also starred Bruce Boxleitner. She had a recurring role as Gabrielle Short in 15 episodes in seasons six and seven of the CBS prime time soap opera Falcon Crest from 1987 to 1988.
Some of her other television guest appearances included Vega$, CHiPs (3 episodes), Hawaiian Heat, Masquerade, The Fall Guy, Crazy Like a Fox, Amazing Stories, The Highwayman, Matlock (3 episodes), Mancuso, FBI (1990), Hunter (2 episodes) and Under Suspicion.
Ms. Morgan was a talented and lovely actress in the 1980s. We thank her for work on television and in films. She will be sorely missed.
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows; This Week in Sitcoms (Week of January 15, 2024)
It's Sunday, so it is time for "Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows" for the coming week. This is where we list what sitcom stars are appearing on talk shows for the coming week, the stars are both current and past sitcom stars, so this is for all sitcom fans of all eras!
For the week of January 15-19, 2024, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!
Sunday, January 14
For the week of January 15-19, 2024, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!
Sunday, January 14
- Reneé Rapp (The Sex Lives of College Girls) - Catch Reneé on Watch What Happens: Live at 10pm on Bravo.
- Ayo Edebiri (Big Mouth) - Watch Ayo on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Tina Fey (Only Murders in the Building/30 Rock) - Tina appears on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- LaKeith Stanfield (Atlanta) - LaKeith is a guest on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Girls) - Ebon appears on a repeat of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Andrew Rannells (Girls/The New Normal) - Andrew is a guest on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Lamorne Morris (Woke/New Girl) - Lamorne is joining Drew to talk about his role in Fargo, his unique approach to discipline and more on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
- Coco Jones (Good Luck Charlie/So Random!) - Coco is a guest on CBS Mornings some time between 7-9am.
- Sofia Vergara (Modern Family/The Knights of Prosperity/Hot Properties) - Sofia talks about Griselda on ABC's Good Morning America some time between 7-9am.
- Victor Garber (Web Therapy) - Victor is a guest on PIX11 Morning News on WPIX in New York at 9:15am.
- Sofia Vergara (Modern Family/The Knights of Prosperity/Hot Properties) - Catch Sofia on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Only Murders in the Building/High Fidelity/People of Earth/Selfie) - Da'Vine is a guest on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Whitney Cummings (Whitney) and Aparna Nancherla (The Great North/Fairview/Corporate) - Whitney and Aparna are guests on After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
- Niecy Nash-Betts (Reno 911!/Getting On/The Soul Man/Do Not Disturb) - Niecy discusses her new film Origin on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
- Jason Priestley (Call Me Fitz/Sister Kate) - Jason appears on New York Living on WPIX in New York at 10:30am.
- Rob Lowe (Unstable/The Grinder/Parks and Recreation/A New Kind of Family) - Watch Rob on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Ike Barinholtz (The Afterparty/Bless the Harts/The Mindy Project/Eastbound & Down) - Ike is a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Jodie Foster (Paper Moon/Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice/The Courtship of Eddie's Father) - Jodie appears on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Juno Temple (Ted Lasso) - Juno is a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Reneé Rapp (The Sex Lives of College Girls) - Reneé appears on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Paul F. Tompkins (The Great North/DAG) and Carl Tart (Grand Crew/Rob Riggle's Ski Master Academy) - Paul and Carl are guests on After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
- Dan Levy (Schitt's Creek) - Dan is talking to Drew about being named after an Elton John song, interviewing her when he was an MTV correspondent and his directorial debut on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
- Jason Priestley (Call Me Fitz/Sister Kate) - Jason is a guest on New York Living on WPIX in New York at 10:35am.
- Terry Crews (Brooklyn Nine-Nine/Are We There Yet?/Everybody Hates Chris) - Catch Terry on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Ariana DeBose (Schmigadoon!) - Ariana appears on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Steven Wright (Mad About You) - Steven is a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Isla Fisher (Wolf Like Me/Arrested Development) - Isla appears on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Robert Smigel (Let's Be Real) - Robert is a guest on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Max Greenfield (The Neighborhood/New Girl/Modern Men) and Ike Barinholtz (The Afterparty/Bless the Harts/The Mindy Project/Eastbound & Down) - Max and Ike are guests on After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
- Coco Jones (Good Luck Charlie/So Random!) - Coco chats with Sherri about her five Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist, motherhood, and new music on Sherri, so check your local listings.
- Nat Wolff (The Naked Brothers Band) - Nat and Lucy Hale are telling Drew all about their new rom-com Which Brings Me to You on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
- Andrew Rannells (Girls/The New Normal) - Andrew appears on CBS Mornings some time between 7-9am on CBS.
- Gabriel Iglesias (Mr. Iglesias/Cristela) - Gabriel is a guest on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
- Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll) - Watch Natasha on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Amy Poehler (Bless the Harts/Parks and Recreation) - Amy appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Fred Armisen (Los Espookys/Forever/Final Space) - Fred sits-in with the 8G Band on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Whitney Cummings (Whitney) and Aparna Nancherla (The Great North/Fairview/Corporate) - Whitney and Aparna are guests on a repeat of After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
- Jodie Foster (Paper Moon/Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice/The Courtship of Eddie's Father) - Jodie chats with the ladies of The View on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
- Natalie Gold (Alpha House) - Natalie appears on PIX11 Morning News on WPIX in New York at 9:40am.
Sitcoms Airing This Week
Sunday, January 14
Bob's Burgers - "The Amazing Rudy" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Rudy attends an important dinner; the Belchers make an important casserole.
Family Guy - "Single White Dad" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Peter is mistaken for being a single parent, and relishes in the perks that come with it.
Monday, January 15
none scheduled
Tuesday, January 16
Only Murders in the Building - "The Boy From 6B" (ABC, 9:00PM ET/PT)
As the investigation scratches at a web of old crimes that originated inside the building, a mysterious young man turns the tables and spies on Charles, Oliver, and Mabel.
Only Murders in the Building - "Fan Fiction" (ABC, 9:40PM ET/PT)
Hitting a dead end, the group calls for reinforcements in the form of their podcast's superfans.
Only Murders in the Building - "To Protect and Serve" (ABC, 10:18PM ET/PT)
As the residents grow upset at the building's negative publicity, the trio faces a revolt; Charles' old colleague visits and sheds light on their past.
Night Court - "Just the Fax, Dan" (NBC, 8:00PM ET/PT)
When a cybercriminal hacks the courthouse server, the crew has to figure out who's behind it before all their secrets are revealed; Gurgs welcomes Wyatt, the new clerk, by immediately identifying him as their prime suspect.
Extended Family - "The Consequences of Sushi" (NBC, 8:30PM ET/PT)
For Grace's birthday, Trey gets a reservation at the best sushi restaurant in Boston, upending the annual family tradition of dinner at a red sauce joint and inadvertently hurting Jim's feelings.
Wednesday, January 17
none scheduled
Thursday, January 18
Young Sheldon - "A German Folk Song and an Actual Adult" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Georgie goes on a birthday date and Mary confronts Brenda about her relationship with George. Also, Sheldon takes an interest in Missy’s favorite TV show.
Ghosts - "Ghost Father of the Bride" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
After learning that Pete’s daughter, Laura (Holly Gauthier-Frankel), is getting married, Sam, at Pete’s behest, tries to convince her to hold her wedding at Woodstone B&B. Also, Alberta and Isaac team up to solve the mystery of what happened to Crash’s (Alex Boniello) head. Caroline Aaron returns as Carol, Pete’s Wife.
Son of a Critch - "Halley's Comet" (The CW, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Mark is excited for Halley's comet, but the magic is lost when he learns Fox is moving; a new restaurant being built near the Critch house threatens to change the family forever.
The Conners - "One Flew Over the Conners' Nest" (The CW, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Jackie convinces Dan to build a chicken coop in the backyard so the family can eat organic eggs; Becky meets with Andrea for the first time since the surrogacy mishap; Darlene deals with a sleazy customer at her casino job.
The Conners - "Hold the Salt" (The CW, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Dan questions Peter's motives when he learns about the pricey Christmas gift Jackie purchased for her new, unemployed beau; Mark and Mary write up their Christmas wish lists; Darlene receives advice from an unlikely source.
Children Ruin Everything - "Consequences" (The CW, 9:30PM ET/PT)
After Felix and Viv slack on their chores and get caught in a lie, Astrid and James realize their discipline style can use a little work.
Friday, January 19
none scheduled
Saturday, January 20
none scheduled
Sunday, January 21
The Simpsons - "McMansion & Wife" (Fox, 7:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Homer thinks he's being tricked into buying a sports car; Lisa neutralizes Nelson after he goes on a bullying spree.
Bob's Burgers - "The Pickleorette" (Fox, 7:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Bob and Linda help Gretchen throw her sister's bachelorette party; Tina forces Gene and Louise to play a board game they found on the street.
The Simpsons - "Thirst Trap: A Corporate Love Story" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
In a parody documentary, a young college-dropout CEO embraces the Silicon Valley "fake it until you make it" philosophy and bewitches Mr. Burns into funding her highly dubious dream project.
Krapopolis - "Prometheus" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Tyrannis and Hippocampus release the only god they like, Prometheus, from his eternity on the rock, only to find he's friends with Deliria; Shlub takes Stupendous to the cyclopes island to find her dad.
Bob's Burgers - "Running Down a Gene" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Gene tries to learn how to lucid dream in order to recover the world's most perfect song that he wrote while asleep; Louise and Tina try to trap a cricket whose chirping is keeping Linda up at night.
Grimsburg - "Pilot" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Marvin works to track down a missing teenage girl after her romantic interest is discovered decapitated along the side of the road.
Extended Family - "The Consequences of Making Yourself at Home" (NBC, 7:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Trey spends his first night at the Nest, he discovers evidence that Jim and Julia once had a more adventurous relationship than he imagined, and he must erase it.
Saturday, January 13, 2024
SitcomsOnline Digest: Tina Fey to Star in New Netflix Series; The Good Doctor Coming to an End
Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we are learning of a new Tina Fey series, the cancelation of an ABC drama, and more. Let's get going!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB
- Tina Fey has been rather active behind the scenes since 30 Rock ended, but now she is ready to do the acting again as well, in a new Netflix comedy series, The Four Seasons. (Deadline)
- The Good Doctor is coming to an end at ABC. (Hollywood Reporter)
- Our Flag Means Death has been canceled by Max. (Variety)
- It started with HBO having a movie based upon her, but now a drama series called Miss Cleo is coming, with Sanaa Lathan in the starring role. (Deadline)
- Soap star Bill Hayes, who played on Days of Our Lives for 50 years, has died at age 98. (TV Insider)
- BUZZR is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Let's Make a Deal, starting today. (SitcomsOnline)
WEEKLY PLANNER (JANUARY 13 - JANUARY 20)
- It's the 50th anniversary of Happy Days, and Catchy Comedy is celebrating that with a binge this weekend, in addition to adding it to the daily lineup starting Monday.
- It's only the 49th anniversary for The Jeffersons, but Antenna TV is having an anniversary marathon for it on Monday anyway.
- It seems enthusiasm over awards shows has died down a bit, but this weekend, we have the Emmys on Fox on Monday, as well as the Critics Choice Awards on The CW (or just CW as they seem to be rebranding themselves to) on Sunday.
- New seasons of NBC's Chicago and Law & Order franchises arrive this week.
- Season two of Chad arrives on The Roku Channel on Friday.
Friday, January 12, 2024
Peacock Orders Laid Starring Stephanie Hsu; BUZZR Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Let's Make a Deal
Peacock announced the straight to series order of comedy Laid, starring and executive produced by Academy Award nominee Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel). The series is written and executive produced by Nahnatchka Khan (Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23, Young Rock, Fresh Off the Boat) and Sally Bradford McKenna (Son of Zorn). Also executive producing are John Davis and John Fox for Davis Entertainment; Jennifer Carreras for Fierce Baby; Marieke Hardy, Kirsty Fisher, and Liz Watts for Porchlight Films; and All3Media International. The series comes from Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and is based on the Australian series 'Laid' created by Marieke Hardy and Kirsty Fisher, produced by Liz Watts.
In the series, a woman finds out her former lovers are dying in unusual ways and must go back through her sex timeline to confront her past in order to move forward - Laid is a f**ked up rom-com where the answer to "Why can't I find love, is there something wrong with me?" is a resounding "Yes. There is. The problem is definitely you." More details to come!
BUZZR will have loyal "traders" and game show fans elated as Let's Make a Deal marks its 60th anniversary this month! Take a walk down memory lane with some of the zaniest Zonks, bevies of Big Deals, and countless crazy costumes from classic episodes with Monty Hall as the show's host. So, no matter which door you choose, you'll always win with BUZZR! Relive some of the LMAD's biggest wins, celebrating 60 years of Let's Make a Deal! "Let's Make a Deal: 60 Years of Deals" celebration airs Saturday, January 13 - Wednesday, January 31 from 1-3 PM EST, on BUZZR! Let's Play!
Thursday, January 11, 2024
The Jeffersons Movin' On Up to Almost 50 Marathon on Antenna TV; 30th SAG Awards Nominees
The Jeffersons is almost 50 years old! The legendary sitcom will turn 49 on January 18, and Antenna TV will honor this anniversary with "The Jeffersons Movin' On Up to Almost 50 Marathon." The marathon will air on Monday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day) from 5am-10pm ET. The Jeffersons airs regularly on Antenna TV Mon-Fri 8-9pm ET & 3-4am ET, along with Saturdays 10-11pm ET. Come along for the fun as George (Sherman Hemsley) and Louise Jefferson (Isabel Sanford) move on up from Queens to Manhattan, to live in a deluxe apartment in the sky. The Jeffersons was a groundbreaking and iconic comedy series created by legendary producer Norman Lear.
5:00 AM "Mother Jefferson's Boyfriend"
5:30 AM "Rich Man's Disease"
6:00 AM "A Dinner for Harry"
6:30 AM "Jefferson vs. Jefferson"
7:00 AM "Mother Jefferson's Fall"
7:30 AM "Mother Jefferson's Birthday"
8:00 AM "Louise Suspects"
8:30 AM "Louise's Friend"
9:00 AM "George the Philanthropist"
9:30 AM "The Visitors"
10:00 AM "Florence Gets Lucky"
10:30 AM "Florence's Union"
11:00 AM "The Camp-Out"
11:30 AM "A Bedtime Story"
12:00 PM "Every Night Fever"
12:30 PM "Joltin' George"
1:00 PM "Brother Tom"
1:30 PM "As Florence Turns"
2:00 PM "Alley Oops"
2:30 PM "And the Doorknobs Shine Like Diamonds"
3:00 PM "Not So Dearly Beloved"
3:30 PM "Blazing Jeffersons"
4:00 PM "I Spy"
4:30 PM "Jefferson's Greatest Hits"
5:00 PM "Appointment in 8-B"
5:30 PM "Mr. Clean"
6:00 PM "I Do, I Don't"
6:30 PM "What Makes Sammy Run?"
7:00 PM "A Case of Black & White"
7:30 PM "Louise Gets Her Way"
8:00 PM "The First Store"
8:30 PM "Me and Billy Dee"
9:00 PM "Louise vs. Florence"
9:30 PM "Sorry, Wrong Meeting"
Nominees for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced by Issa Rae (Barbie, American Fiction, Insecure) and Kumail Nanjiani (Welcome to Chippendales, The Big Sick) via Instagram Live. The nominees for outstanding action performances by film and television stunt ensembles were announced by SAG Awards Committee Members Jason George and Woody Schultz with an introduction by SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher. The 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, produced by Silent House Productions in partnership with SAG-AFTRA, will stream live globally on Netflix Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall. Comedy series nominees were dominated by The Bear and Ted Lasso, with Abbott Elementary, Barry and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel also getting some nominatioms. View the full list of television nominees.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Netflix Orders Tina Fey Comedy Series; Trailer for Kevin James Special on Prime Video
Netflix ordered eight episodes of the comedy series The Four Seasons, starring Tina Fey. Fey is co-creating the adaptation with Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield. The series, produced by Universal Television, is based on the 1981 feature film of the same name from Universal Pictures that was written and directed by Alan Alda, produced by Martin Bregman, and starred Alda and Carol Burnett. The collaborative history of Fey, Fisher and Wigfield goes back to the final season of 30 Rock, which Fisher had joined in the final season and for which Fey and Wigfield shared the Emmy for writing the series finale. Alan Alda was also a recurring guest on 30 Rock. The Four Seasons will begin production later this year.
The trailer is out! Kevin James is back and funnier than ever. Kevin James: Irregardless premieres January 23 on Prime Video. The highly anticipated, family-friendly special Kevin James: Irregardless delivers a hilariously unfiltered take on parenting, marriage, and getting older. As only James can, he covers a range of topics, from motivating children to put down their video games, to why he doesn't trust technology, and how many Tater Tots he can fit in his mouth!
Tuesday, January 09, 2024
81st Golden Globe Winners; Sort Of Returns for Final Season
The 81st Golden Globe Awards honored the best in film and American television of 2023, as chosen by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA). The ceremony was held Sunday night (January 9), from The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, with it being aired live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ Jo Koy hosted the ceremony. The big television winners were Succession and The Bear with three wins each. The Bear won for Best Television Series - Musical/Comedy. The Bear star Ayo Edebiri won for Best Television Actress - Musical/Comedy Series. The Bear's Jeremy Allen White won for Best Television Actor - Musical/Comedy Series once again. Ricky Gervais won for Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television for his special Ricky Gervais: Armageddon. See the full list of winners.
The eight-episode third and final season of the Peabody Award-winning Max Original comedy series Sort Of debuts with two episodes Thursday, January 18 on Max followed by two episodes weekly through February 8. The series is a co-production with CBC and Sphere Media. Sabi comes to terms with feelings of grief and an unexpected sense of freedom following the death of their father. Without the constraints of living up to dad’s expectations, Sabi confronts big questions about their identity, prompting some massive life choices. In a season that has the entire ensemble grappling with aftermaths, a rebirth comes in a sort of messy, sort of hopeful, sort of Sort Of way.
Monday, January 08, 2024
Bookie Renewed for Season 2; Cast for The White Lotus Season 3
The Max Original comedy series Bookie, from Emmy(R)-nominated creators Chuck Lorre and Nick Bakay, starring Sebastian Maniscalco and produced by Warner Bros. Television, has been renewed for a second season. The season one finale debuted on December 21, and the full first season is available to stream on Max. From Emmy(R)-nominated creator Chuck Lorre (The Big Bang Theory) and Nick Bakay, this darkly funny comedy follows veteran Los Angeles bookie Danny (Sebastian Maniscalco) as the potential legalization of sports gambling in California threatens to upend his business for good. Alongside best friend and former NFL player Ray (Omar J. Dorsey), side-hustling sister Lorraine (Vanessa Ferlito), and reluctantly reformed drug dealer Hector (Jorge Garcia), Danny must contend with his increasingly unstable clients as he tries to settle their debts - all while making plenty of risky bets of his own. Full of relatable mishaps, Bookie chronicles one man's journey to adapt to an ever-changing world as he attempts to charm and con his way to the top. Season 1 cast: Stars Sebastian Maniscalco, Omar J. Dorsey, Jorge Garcia, Andrea Anders, Vanessa Ferlito, and Maxim Swinton.
Leslie Bibb, Dom Hetrakul, Jason Isaacs, Michelle Monaghan, Parker Posey and Tayme Thapthimthong join the cast of the third installment of the Emmy(R)-winning HBO Original series The White Lotus, from Mike White, alongside previously announced returning cast member Natasha Rothwell. The series will begin production in and around Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok in February and will follow a new group of guests at another White Lotus property. HBO has partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to support the filming and promotion of the third installment.
Sunday, January 07, 2024
Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows; This Week in Sitcoms (Week of January 8, 2024)
It's Sunday, so it is time for "Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows" for the coming week. This is where we list what sitcom stars are appearing on talk shows for the coming week, the stars are both current and past sitcom stars, so this is for all sitcom fans of all eras!
For the week of January 8-12, 2024, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!
Monday, January 8
For the week of January 8-12, 2024, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!
Monday, January 8
- Kaley Cuoco (The Big Bang Theory/8 Simple Rules/Ladies Man) - Watch Kaley on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Jake Johnson (Minx/New Girl) - Jake appears on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Seth MacFarlane (Family Guy/American Dad!/The Cleveland Show) - Seth is a guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Rachel Dratch (Grimsburg/Imaginary Mary/30 Rock) - Rachel appears on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Sterling K. Brown (Solar Opposites/Starved) - Sterling talks about American Fiction on ABC's Good Morning America some time between 7-9am and on ABC's GMA 3: What You Need to Know at 1pm.
- Drew Carey (The Drew Carey Show/The Good Life) - Drew is a guest on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
- Jodie Foster (Paper Moon/Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice/The Courtship of Eddie's Father) - Catch Jodie on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Josh Hutcherson (Future Man) - Josh appears on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Girls) - Ebon is a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Busy Philipps (Girls5eva/Vice Principals/Cougar Town/Love, Inc.) - Busy appears on Watch What Happens: Live at 9pm on Bravo.
- Dan Levy (Schitt's Creek) - Dan is a guest on Watch What Happens: Live at 9pm on Bravo.
- Devale Ellis (Bigger) - Devale talks about the new season of Sistas on BET on Sherri, so check your local listings.
- RJ Cyler (Rap Sh!t/I'm Dying Up Here) - RJ appears on Tamron Hall, so check your local listings.
- LaKeith Stanfield (Atlanta) - LaKeith talks about The Book of Clarence on ABC's Good Morning America some time between 7-9am.
- Ayo Edebiri (Big Mouth) - Watch Ayo on Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Tina Fey (Only Murders in the Building/30 Rock) - Tina appears on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- LaKeith Stanfield (Atlanta) - LaKeith is a guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- America Ferrera (Superstore) - America appears on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Reneé Rapp (The Sex Lives of College Girls) - Reneé is a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS. She can be heard on The Morning Mashup on SiriusXM.
- Nina Dobrev (Fam) - Nikki discusses her film The Bricklayer on Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.
- Lamorne Morris (Woke/New Girl) - Lamorne talks about Fargo on ABC's GMA 3: What You Need to Know at 1pm.
- June Diane Raphael (Big Mouth/Grace and Frankie/New Girl) - June is a guest on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
- Tina Fey (Only Murders in the Building/30 Rock) - Catch Tina on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Kevin Hart (Die Hart/The Big House/Undeclared) - Kevin appears on Watch What Happens: Live at 10pm on Bravo.
- Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Only Murders in the Building/The Last O.G./High Fidelity/People of Earth/Selfie) - Da'Vine talks about The Holdovers on CBS Mornings some time between 7-9am.
- Drew Barrymore (Santa Clarita Diet) - Drew is a guest on CBS Mornings some time between 7-9am.
- Josh Hutcherson (Future Man) - Josh talks about The Beekeeper on ABC's Good Morning America some time between 7-9am.
- LaKeith Stanfield (Atlanta) - LaKeith chats with the ladies of The View on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
- Kevin Hart (Die Hart/The Big House/Undeclared) - Watch Kevin on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Dan Levy (Schitt's Creek) - Dan appears on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Olivia Rodrigo (Bizaardvark) - Olivia is a guest on a repeat of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso) - Hannah appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- LaKeith Stanfield (Atlanta) - LaKeith talks about his new film The Book of Clarence on Sherri, so check your local listings.
- Reneé Rapp (The Sex Lives of College Girls) and Bebe Wood (The Real O'Neals/The New Normal) - Reneé, Bebe and the cast of Mean Girls are guests on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
- Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Saved by the Bell/mixed-ish/Truth Be Told/Saved by the Bell: The College Years) - Mark-Paul talks about NBC's Found on Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.
- Chelsea Handler (Are You There, Chelsea?) - Chelsea discusses hosting the Critics Choice Awards and her comedy tour on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
Sitcoms Airing This Week
Sunday, January 7
Grimsburg - "Pilot" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Marvin works to track down a missing teenage girl after her romantic interest is discovered decapitated along the side of the road.
Krapopolis - "Buy Low, Sell Ty" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT)
With Tyrannis' support, Hippocampus overcomes his imposter syndrome; rebranding her image into the "goddess of no hangovers," Deliria unintentionally starts a city-wide drunken riot while Shlub watches, afraid to confront her.
Bob's Burgers - "Mission Impossi-Bob" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT)
Teddy gets stuck in an underground survival bunker, and he calls on Bob to find him and get him out.
The Great North - "Bad Speecher Adventure" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT)
Ham enlists his family for help in finding a speech for his public speaking class.
The Conners - "There Won't Be Blood" (The CW, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
An email from the school banning certain Halloween costumes, including Mark's, sets off an argument between Dan and Darlene.
Monday, January 8
none scheduled
Tuesday, January 9
Only Murders in the Building - "The Sting" (ABC, 9:00PM ET/PT)
Believing the murderer might be a famous resident whom is difficult to access, the group seeks advice from a renowned podcasting host.
Only Murders in the Building - "Twist" (ABC, 9:43PM ET/PT)
A suspicious Charles and Oliver follow Mabel when she slips away on a solo mission to track the victim's final days.
Only Murders in the Building - "To Protect and Serve" (ABC, 10:17PM ET/PT)
Mabel brings her friends to her childhood home to meet her mother; Detective Williams starts to have her own doubts about the case as she prepares for motherhood.
Night Court - "Form Fetish" (NBC, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Abby and Dan try to undo some drastic budget cuts by taking on City Hall and a bureaucrat who lives to say "no"; Olivia and Gurgs stumble on a business opportunity and quickly realize why friendship and discontinued soda don't mix.
Extended Family - "The Consequences of Gaming" (NBC, 8:30PM ET/PT)
Julia's concern over Jimmy's obsession with a violent video game leads to surprising disciplinary measures.
Wednesday, January 10
none scheduled
Thursday, January 11
Young Sheldon - "A Launch Party and a Whole Human Being" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
The Coopers can’t be found as Mandy goes into labor. Also, Sheldon is excited about the launch of his database.
Ghosts - "Weekend from Hell" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Elias Woodstone (Matt Walsh) returns to Woodstone seeking Hetty’s forgiveness so he can stay out of hell for good. Also, Jay struggles to repeat an inspired culinary creation that he came up with after walking through Flower.
Son of a Critch - "Details Are Scanty" (The CW, 8:00PM ET/PT)
When Fox's father gets arrested, Mark lobbies his father not to report on the crime; Pop and Mary steal cable with a descrambler.
The Conners - "The Separation of Church and Dan" (The CW, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Geena learns that D.J. hasn't been taking Mary to church, she insists they go as a family; Mark's attempt to conduct an unbiased survey on the upcoming election for his school project goes south when Jackie volunteers to help.
The Conners - "Miracles" (The CW, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
A member of the family makes a life-changing announcement; Dan suspects Becky isn't holding up her end of the bargain with regard to her drinking; Darlene continues to look for a job; Jackie offers English lessons to a busboy.
Children Ruin Everything - "Therapy" (The CW, 9:30PM ET/PT)
Astrid and James wrestle with differing opinions on how to move forward with an important decision affecting Viv.
Friday, January 12
none scheduled
Saturday, January 13
none scheduled
Sunday, January 14
Bob's Burgers - "The Amazing Rudy" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Rudy attends an important dinner; the Belchers make an important casserole.
Family Guy - "Single White Dad" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Peter is mistaken for being a single parent, and relishes in the perks that come with it.
Saturday, January 06, 2024
SitcomsOnline Digest: CBS Sets After Midnight Premiere Details; Chico and the Man Arrives on Tubi
Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! It's another slow news week, but we're here with news about the new CBS late night series, a cast change for The Conners, and the debut of a classic 70s sitcom that hasn't been seen much in recent years on Tubi. Let's get going!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB
- After several months of delays due to the strikes, CBS finally has plans firmly in place, along with a premiere date that is just a little over a week away, for After Midnight, their replacement for The Late Late Show. (Deadline)
- Another cast member is leaving The Conners, and will not appear in the 6th season. (Deadline)
- Magnum, P.I. star Jay Hernandez doesn't like the way that the series ended this past week on NBC, and would like a movie to wrap things up. (TV Insider)
- David Soul of Starksy & Hutch has died. (SitcomsOnline)
WEEKLY PLANNER (JANUARY 6 - JANUARY 12)
- Chico and the Man has finally escaped from the vaults, and all four seasons are now available for streaming on Tubi.
- Prime Video now has the complete series of Northern Exposure, for the first time ever on digital streaming.
- Catchy Comedy has a binge of Love, American Style this weekend.
- Fox has season premieres of Grimsburg and The Great North on Sunday, though the timeslot premiere is still a month away.
Friday, January 05, 2024
CBS New Late Night Series After Midnight; Eric André Adult Swim Comedy Special; Remembering Glynis Johns and David Soul
CBS announced its new late-night series, After Midnight, hosted by Taylor Tomlinson, will premiere on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 12:37 AM, ET/PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, following a new episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. After Midnight, inspired by Comedy Central's Emmy Award-winning series @midnight, is the smartest show on television about the dumbest things on the internet. With celebrated comedian Taylor Tomlinson at the helm and a panel of guests from the worlds of entertainment, comedy, music and beyond, After Midnight is a late-night comedy series about what set the internet abuzz that day with a game show feel. Upcoming guests will be announced at a later date.
Eric André will bring his anarchic comedy show Eric André Live Near Broadway to Adult Swim Thursday, January 18 at midnight ET/PT. Featuring André's lo-fi brand of late-night entertainment and punk rock comedy, his performance at Terminal 5 in New York City was filmed for the half-hour special, and includes guest appearances from Emmy(R) and Tony(R) winning actor Billy Porter alongside fan-favorite characters The Grim Reaper and The Fridge Keeper. A staple of Adult Swim programming since it first debuted in 2012, the sixth season of Eric Andre Show premiered on Adult Swim last year. André and Mike Rosenstein serve as Executive Producers. "Eric André Live Near Broadway" will also be available the next day on Max.
British actress Glynis Johns, who starred as Glynis Granville in Glynis and as Trudie Pepper in Coming of Age, has died. She died in Los Angeles, California, at an assisted living home, on January 4 from natural causes. Ms. Johns was 100.
Johns starred as Glynis Granville, a mystery writer, in the short-lived 1963 CBS sitcom Glynis. Keith Andes appeared as Keith Granville, Glynis' husband who works as a successful criminal defense attorney. Together, the couple would attempt to solve various crimes. George Mathews co-stars as Glynis' friend, Chick Rogers, a retired police officer, who offers advice and solace in her writing. The series was produced by Desilu and created and executive produced by Jess Oppenheimer, who originated I Love Lucy with Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.
She starred as Trudie Pepper in the 1988-1989 CBS sitcom Coming of Age. Trudie Pepper is a a senior citizen living in an Arizona retirement community called The Dunes. She is married to Ed Pepper (Alan Young). The cast included Paul Dooley, Phyllis Newman, Kevin Pollak, Ruta Lee and Lenore Woodward.
Johns guest starred as Helen Chambers, Diane Chambers' (Shelley Long) mother, in a first season episode of Cheers in 1983. In "Someone Single, Someone Blue," Helen Chambers is an eccentric dowager who, due to a stipulation in Diane's late father's will, will lose all her money unless Diane is married by the next day.
She played Edna Miles in a 1984 episode of The Love Boat. She guest starred as Maureen in a 1987 episode of The Cavanaughs.
Johns appeared in four episodes of Batman in 1967 as villainess Lady Penelope Peasoup, one half of the evil duo with Rudy Vallée as her brother Lord Marmaduke Ffogg. Some of her other television guest appearances included Studio One, Lux Video Theatre, Adventures in Paradise, Naked City, Dr. Kildare, The Lloyd Bridges Show, Burke's Law, The Defenders (1964) and Murder, She Wrote.
She starred as Winifred Banks in Mary Poppins (1964). She received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Mrs. Firth in The Sundowners (1967). Her last film appearance was as the grandmother of Molly Shannon's Mary Gallagher in the 1999 film Superstar.
Johns won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical in 1973 for her role as Desiree Armfeldt in A Little Night Music.
Ms. Johns was a talented and versatile actress. She had a career spanning eight decades on stage and both the big and small screen. We thank her for the entertainment she brought us during her long career. She will be deeply missed.
American-British actor and singer David Soul, who starred as Joshua Bolt in Here Come the Brides and as Detective Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson in Starsky & Hutch, has died. He died on January 4 in London, England. Mr. Soul was 80.
Soul starred as Joshua Bolt in the 1968-1970 ABC comedy western Here Come the Brides. The series was loosely based on Asa Mercer's efforts in the 1860s to import marriageable women (the Mercer Girls) from the East Coast cities of the United States to Seattle, where there was a shortage. The cast included Robert Brown, Bobby Sherman, Bridget Hanley, Mark Lenard, Bo Svenson, Joan Blondell, Henry Beckham, Mitzi Hoag and Susan Tolsky.
He starred as Detective Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson in the 1975-1979 ABC action/police drama Starsky & Hutch. The series' protagonists were two Southern California police detectives: David Michael Starsky (Paul Michael Glaser) and Kenneth Richard "Hutch" Hutchinson. Hutch is the divorced, blond, Duluth, Minnesota, native with a more reserved and intellectual approach. Soul directed three episodes of the series. He had a brief cameo in the 2004 movie version of Starsky & Hutch, alongside Paul Michael Glaser.
Soul starred as Ted Warrick in Owen Marshall, Counselor at Law in 1974. In 1979, he starred as Ben Mears in the CBS miniseries Salem's Lot. He played nightclub owner Rick Blain in the 1983 NBC drama Casablanca. He starred as Roy Champion in the 1983-1984 NBC primetime soap opera The Yellow Rose. He starred as John Westley "Westy" Grayson in the 1989 NBC police drama Unsub.
He guest starred on I Dream of Jeannie in 1967 and All in the Family in 1971. Some of his other television guest appearances included Flipper (1967), Star Trek, The Young Rebels, Dan August, Ironside, The F.B.I., The Streets of San Francisco, Circle of Fear, Cannon, The Rookies, McMillan & Wife, Medical Center, Gunsmoke, Crime Story, The Young Riders (2 episodes), Jake and the Fatman (2 episodes) and Murder, She Wrote (2 episodes).
Some of his other television directing credits included Miami Vice, Hunter, Heart of the City, Crime Story (2 episodes), China Beach and In the Heat of the Night.
As a singer, he scored one US hit and five UK hits with songs such as "Don't Give Up on Us" (US, CAN, & UK No. 1) in 1976 and "Silver Lady" (UK No. 1) in 1977.
Mr. Soul was a good actor and singer. He did a great job portraying Hutch for four seasons in Starsky & Hutch. We thank him for the entertainment he brought us on television. He will be greatly missed.
Thursday, January 04, 2024
Life & Beth Returns on Hulu; CBS Orders Watson for 2024-25
The comedy series Life & Beth returns for season two with all ten episodes on Friday, February 16 only on Hulu. As Beth and John's relationship grows more serious, Beth begins to examine the possibilities of marriage and having a family as she and John seek answers for their communication problems. Is Beth’s traumatic history with men, and people she trusted from her youth destined to repeat itself? And what is triggering her fears? Beth does her best to keep her relationships alive while struggling to support friends and family who are all facing their own problems while entering their fourth decade. The series stars Amy Schumer, Michael Cera, Susannah Flood, Violet Young as well as recurring guest stars, Kevin Kane, Yamaneika Saunders, Laura Benanti, Michael Rapaport, LaVar Walker, Sas Goldberg, Arielle Siegel, Rosebud Baker and more.
CBS announced the straight to series drama order for Watson, starring Morris Chestnut, from CBS Studios for the 2024-2025 broadcast season. In Watson, a year after the death of his friend and partner Sherlock Holmes at the hands of Moriarty, Dr. John Watson (Chestnut) resumes his medical career as the head of a clinic dedicated to treating rare disorders. Watson's old life isn't done with him, though - Moriarty and Watson are set to write their own chapter of a story that has fascinated audiences for more than a century. WATSON is a medical show with a strong investigative spine, featuring a modern version of one of history's greatest detectives as he turns his attention from solving crimes to solving medical mysteries.
Watson is produced by CBS Studios. Craig Sweeny (Elementary, Star Trek: Section 31) wrote the pilot and will showrun and executive produce. Additional executive producers include Morris Chestnut; Shäron Moalem MD, PhD; and Aaron Kaplan and Brian Morewitz for Kapital Entertainment. Larry Teng will executive produce and direct the first episode.
Wednesday, January 03, 2024
Boy Meets World Coming to Freeform; Mario Lopez GSN Game Show Premieres Monday
Starting on Monday, February 5, the hit '90s sitcom Boy Meets World will air throughout the Freeform schedule at various times. Times will vary, mostly will air between 10:30am-1:30pm on certain weekdays and early mornings on weekends. The series will be their weekday mid-morning sitcom now. black-ish will continue to air mornings from 7-9am, with Family Guy on Fridays, mostly 1pm-11pm and The Simpsons weeknights from 12am-2am. Movies will be the rest of the schedule, along with original series.
Game Show Network's new comedic show, Blank Slate, hosted by Mario Lopez, will premiere Monday, January 8 on Game Show Network and air weeknights at 6pm. Based on the board game by USAopoly and in the comedic game show format, Blank Slate is a fun and funny game show where thinking alike, in the form of matching answers to clever fill-in-the blank questions, can win you big bucks. Each team of two friends will be paired with a comedian guest, and the teams accumulate points by matching their teammates, with a bonus if any player matches America’s top answer. The celebrities switch teams in round two, and in round three the trailing team picks the comedian partner they believe will help them win. The winning team moves on to the bonus round where they can pick a comedian to match on each question. If the team gets three matches, they walk away with $10,000! Blank Slate is a Game Show Enterprises Studios production with Rane Laymance serving as executive producer. Richard Gerrits and Laura Robinson also serve as Executive Producers for Heath Street Media Inc.
Tuesday, January 02, 2024
Snoop Dogg at the Olympics; Marvel's What If...? Look Into the Future
Snoop Dogg is joining NBCUniversal's coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 this summer. The global megastar will be on site in Paris to provide regular reports for the Olympic Primetime Show beginning July 26, 2024, on NBC and Peacock. The announcement was made during halftime of Sunday Night Football's coverage of the Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings on NBC and Peacock. Throughout the Games, Snoop will speak with NBC Olympics host Mike Tirico and provide the large primetime U.S. audience with his unique take on what's happening in Paris. He'll explore the city's iconic landmarks, attend Olympic competitions and events, and visit with the athletes, their friends, and families.
Snoop starred in a "Snoop Year's Eve" promotional video for the Paris Olympics. In a 75-second version of the spot, Snoop jokes with Team USA athletes Suni Lee (gymnastics), A'ja Wilson (basketball), Jagger Eaton (skateboarder), and duo Kelly Cheng and Sara Hughes (beach volleyball) about their past triumphs and future Olympic dreams. He ends the video by telling Cheng and Hughes that he'll see them in Paris. The content was shot in November at Universal Studios in Los Angeles as part of NBCUniversal's state-of-the-art promotional shoot for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
There are infinite stories and endless possibilities across the Multiverse. Marvel Studios' What If...? is now streaming on Disney+. A look into the future was released. Jeffrey Wright returns as The Watcher, joining a host of MCU stars reprising their roles. Cate Blanchett as Hela and, of course, Hayley Atwell as Captain Carter. Also featured are Clancy Brown, Josh Brolin, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kat Dennings, Michael Douglas, Idris Elba, Karen Gillan, Seth Green, Frank Grillo, Jeff Goldblum, Laurence Fishburne, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Rachel House, Samuel L. Jackson, Jude Law, Elizabeth Olsen, Jeremy Renner, Sam Rockwell, Paul Rudd, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Rooker, Kurt Russell, Peter Serafinowicz, John Slattery, Cobie Smulders, Sebastian Stan, Tessa Thompson, Stanley Tucci, Taika Waititi and Rachel Weisz.
Monday, January 01, 2024
Happy New Year; Cedric the Entertainer Hosts the Second Annual Cedy Awards January 5; CBS Announces the 26th Annual Family Film and TV Awards Nominees
Cedric the Entertainer (The Neighborhood) kicks off awards season as he hosts the second annual Cedy Awards, where he shines a spotlight on the best of the best in viral videos from around the world. As part of the award show spectacular, Cedric will select his top two favorite videos and then viewers at home will be able to vote live to crown the #1 video of the year*. To wrap up the show, Max Greenfield, Cedric's The Neighborhood co-star, stops by to play the role of “verifier of the results of stuff” from the “Consulting Firm of Greenfield & Greenfield” to authenticate the results of the vote and deliver the coveted Golden Cedy, on The Greatest @Home Videos: The Cedy Awards, Friday, Jan. 5 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs)**.
*To vote, viewers can scan a QR code that will appear on their screen. Voting will be open for viewers in East Coast/Central time zones.
**Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
CBS announced the full list of nominations and hosts for the 26th Annual FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS. See nominations below. Akbar Gbajabiamila and Amanda Kloots (THE TALK hosts) will host the awards show airing Saturday, Jan. 27 (8:00 PM-9:00 PM, ET/PT), exclusively on the CBS Television Network and available for live and on-demand streaming via Paramount+ (live and on-demand for SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers starting Jan. 28).
The FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS – originally produced by iconic television and radio personality Dick Clark and initially broadcast on CBS in 1996 – pioneered the recognition and significance of family entertainment. The awards show returns to CBS to celebrate excellence in family-oriented film and television. A panel of industry experts, celebrities and Popstar! magazine readers will select the winners from 11 categories that will be announced during the broadcast.
In a spirit of generosity, this year's FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS will support the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots program, a year-round initiative aiding families in need across the United States. The broadcast will include a special segment honoring the Marines and a presentation to Lieutenant General James B. Laster, USMC (Retired), CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, for his ongoing efforts to assist families in challenging circumstances.
FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS is produced by Associated Television International. David McKenzie serves as executive producer.
THE 26TH ANNUAL “FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS” NOMINATIONS:
Outstanding Actors in a Feature Film
Chris Pine (“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves”)
Chris Pratt (“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”)
Halle Bailey (“The Little Mermaid”)
Margot Robbie (“Barbie”)
Ryan Gosling (“Barbie”)
Timothée Chalamet (“Wonka”)
Outstanding Actors in a TV Series
Beth Behrs (THE NEIGHBORHOOD)
Cedric the Entertainer (THE NEIGHBORHOOD)
Patrick Stewart (“Star Trek: Picard”)
Rob Lowe (“Unstable”)
Rosario Dawson (“Ahsoka”)
Tim Allen (“The Santa Clauses”)
Best Iconic Family Film
“E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”
“Ghostbusters”
“Home Alone”
“The Goonies”
“The Sandlot”
Best Iconic Classic Series (Television)
“Family Matters”
“Full House”
“I Love Lucy”
“The Brady Bunch”
“The Dick Van Dyke Show”
Best Family Film (Television)
“A Million Miles Away”
“Family Switch”
“Good Burger 2”
“Peter Pan & Wendy”
“You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah”
Best Family Entertainment Series (Television)
“Masters of Illusion”
“Survivor”
“The Amazing Race”
“The Great British Baking Show”
“The Masked Singer”
Best Gameshow
“Family Feud”
“Jeopardy!”
“Let’s Make A Deal”
“The Price Is Right”
“Wheel of Fortune”
Best Ensemble Series (Television)
“Loki”
“Percy Jackson and The Olympians”
“Star Trek: Picard”
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
“Unstable”
Best Ensemble Feature Film
“Barbie”
“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves”
“Fast X”
“Haunted Mansion”
“The Little Mermaid”
Best Animated Family Film
“Elemental”
“Leo”
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”
“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem”
“The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
Best Family Feature Film
“Barbie”
“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”
“Shazam! Fury of the Gods”
“The Hill”
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Sitcoms Airing Tonight / Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows
Thursday, September 3
Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage - "A Bus Bench and Faith out the Wazoo" (CBS, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Audrey and Mary’s (Zoe Perry) feud rears its head when Georgie needs their help with the tire store, and Jim’s forced to confront his age after a visit to the DMV.
Ghosts - "Up the Creek" (CBS, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Woodstone’s future is put in jeopardy, Sam and Jay join forces with the ghosts to protect the mansion by securing its place in history, on part one of the two-part fifth season finale.
Adults - "Talia" (FX and FXX, 9:00PM ET/PT)
Anton learns that his sister is starting a family, while Issa begins thinking about her own fertility. Written by Shaun Menchel; Directed by Maggie Carey.
Adults - "Raccoon" (FX and FXX, 9:32PM ET/PT)
Issa and Paul Baker host Acid Night. Written by Sanaz Toossi; Directed by Oz Rodriguez.
Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows (Week of August 31)
Thursday, September 3
- Olivia Rodrigo (Bizaardvark) - Catch Olivia on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
- Jim Gaffigan (The Jim Gaffigan Show/My Boys/The Ellen Show/Welcome to New York) - Jim is a guest on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Rickey Smiley (The Rickey Smiley Show) - Rickey appears on a repeat of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen at 12:37am on CBS.
- Stephen Root (Barry/Ladies Man/NewsRadio) - Stephen is a guest on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Glen Powell (Chad Powers/Scream Queens) and Steve Zahn (Chad Powers/The Righteous Gemstones) - Glen and Steve talk about Chad Powers on ABC's Good Morning America sometime between 7-9am. Steve and Frankie Rodriguez will be on ABC's GMA 3: What You Need to Know at 1pm.
- Sophia Bush (Partners) - Sophia guest co-hosts a repeat of The View on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
- Michelle Buteau (Survival of the Thickest/Bless the Harts/Enlisted) - NBC's Today has the Best of Fun & Games with "Queen of Quips" with Michelle in the 10am hour.
- Casey Wilson (The Righteous Gemstones/Black Monday/The Hotwives/Marry Me/Happy Endings) and Andrew Rannells (Girls/The New Normal) - NBC's Today has the Best of Fun & Games with "Beat the Box" with Casey, Andrew and Prue Leith in the 10am hour.
- Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere/Nightcap) - Jeff talks about Apple TV's Widow's Bay on a repeat of Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.
New on DVD and Blu-ray
01/20/26 - The Woody Woodpecker and Friends Golden Age Collection (Blu-ray)
01/27/26 - The New Fred and Barney Show - The Complete Series (Blu-ray)
02/11/26 - Tom and Jerry - The Complete CinemaScope Collection (Blu-ray)
03/24/26 - Looney Tunes Collector's Vault - Volume 2 (Blu-ray)
04/11/26 - Abbott Elementary - The Complete Fourth Season (DVD)
04/21/26 - Famous Studios Champion Collection (Blu-ray) (DVD)
05/19/26 - I Love Lucy - The Complete Series - 75th Anniversary Edition (DVD)
05/19/26 - Looney Tunes Cartoons - The Complete Series (Blu-ray) (DVD)
06/16/26 - Difficult People - The Complete Series (Blu-ray)
06/30/26 - Dastardly and Muttley in Their Flying Machines - The Complete Series (Blu-ray)
07/14/26 - The Office - The Complete Series - Superfan Extended Episodes (Blu-ray)
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