Television

Jenna Elfman Returning as Host of Crystal & Lucy Awards

Kimberly Nordyke — Thu, 23 May 2013 02:55:11 GMT

This year's event will honor Laura Linney, the "Mad Men" cast, George Lucas, Sofia Coppola, Hailee Steinfeld and Rachel Morrison.

Mark Hamill to Be Honored at PromaxBDA Conference (Exclusive)

Kimberly Nordyke — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:51:39 GMT

The actor, known for the "Star Wars" trilogy and for voicing the Joker in the animated "Batman" series, will receive the Don LaFontaine Legacy Award.

'Homeland' Adds 'Boardwalk Empire' Actor to Growing List of Guest Stars (Exclusive)

Michael O'Connell — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:50:06 GMT

The Showtime drama adds several new characters to the third season, including a shrink whose services will be likely be needed by many.

'S.W.A.T.' Star Steve Forrest Dies at 87

Mike Barnes — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:24:21 GMT

A contract player at MGM in the 1950s, he also starred in such films as “The Longest Day” and “Spies Like Us” and in the BBC hit “The Baron.”

Logan Marshall-Green to Star in Cinemax Pilot 'Quarry'

Lesley Goldberg — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT

He'll play the Marine sniper in the cable network's adaptation of the Max Allan Collins book.

David Janollari Inks Three-Year Development Deal With NBC (Exclusive)

Lesley Goldberg — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:03:01 GMT

The former MTV executive will develop scripted shows for the network, reuniting with Bob Greenblatt.

'Bad Teacher' Lands Late Series Order at CBS

Lesley Goldberg — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

The remake from Hilary Winston becomes the network's sixth comedy addition for 2013-14.

Former FremantleMedia Exec Renae Garcia Joins Canada's Marblemedia

Etan Vlessing — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:22:41 GMT

The Los Angeles-based executive will head up U.S. development and acquisitions for the Toronto-based TV producer.

Queen's Brian May Says 'The Voice' Is 'Dumb' and 'the Ultimate Insult To Music'

Emily Zemler — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:13:08 GMT

Writes the guitarist: "I feel sick ... [when] I catch a glimpse of young singers busting their guts trying to win somebody's attention, who is rudely sitting with their back to the singer.”

Billy Crystal to Star in FX Comedy Pilot From Larry Charles

Lacey Rose — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Crystal is set to play a superstar veteran comedian who is reluctantly paired with a younger, edgier comedian for a late-night comedy sketch show.

'Style Pop' Premiere Date, Details Revealed (Exclusive)

Kimberly Nordyke — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:22:16 GMT

Style Media's first-ever live, weekly topical series will be hosted by Jeannie Mai and Louise Roe.

Power Lawyers: How Aereo's Attorneys Beat Hollywood (For Now)

Eriq Gardner — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:19:37 GMT

The Barry Diller-backed digital disruptor drew instant lawsuits from all four TV networks until two litigators figured out a way to fight back.

AMC Networks CEO Says He Sees No End to 'Walking Dead'

Paul Bond — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:10:16 GMT

At the Barclays Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference, Josh Sapan saw Netflix's jump to original programming as more competition for AMC Networks.

'Arrested Development' Stars' Surprising Salaries Revealed (Exclusive)

Lacey Rose — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:00 GMT

To accommodate busy schedules, the actors are paid on a sliding scale depending on how much air time they receive.

Teen Choice Awards: 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn - Part 2' Leads First Wave of Nominees

Philiana Ng — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:51:56 GMT

Other nominees include "The Vampire Diaries," "Pretty Little Liars" and Taylor Swift.

Jon Stewart, Jay Leno Mock Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Over Alleged Crack Pipe Video

Etan Vlessing — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:26:49 GMT

As the embattled city leader avoids talking to the media about allegedly being caught inhaling on tape, he has becomes joke fodder for late night hosts.

Andy Roddick Joins Fox Sports 1

Marisa Guthrie — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:15:26 GMT

The Grand Slam singles champion will co-host signature nightly news and highlights program "Fox Sports Live" when the network launches Aug. 17.

'American Horror Story' Adds Emma Roberts to its 'Coven'

Lesley Goldberg — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:02:30 GMT

She joins boyfriend Evan Peters in the third season of the FX anthology.

Billy Baldwin Joins BBC America's 'Copper' for Season 2 Arc (Exclusive)

Michael O'Connell — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The actor marks the latest sophomore cast addition, which now includes new regular Donal Logue and guest stars Alfre Woodard, Eamonn Walker and Lee Tergesen.

The Power Rankings! A Repeat King! Flux! Acrimony! Controversy! Exclamation Marks!

Tim Goodman — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:52:19 GMT

You can't slow down Slow TV, you can only hope to contain it. Also, lots of weird stuff this week.

First Look at Lifetime/History's 'Bonnie and Clyde' Miniseries (Photos)

Philiana Ng — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:48:35 GMT

Emile Hirsch and Holliday Grainger co-star in the upcoming four-hour event.

Co-Production Guru Fred Fuchs Joins Berkshire Axis Media

Etan Vlessing — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:37:20 GMT

The "Transporter: The Series" and "Vikings" executive producer has inked a first look deal with John Carbone's expanding production shingle.

'Rookie Blue' Boss on Season 4: New Romances, New Partners and a Difficult Exit

Philiana Ng — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

After an emotional rollercoaster of a third season, executive producer Tassie Cameron tells THR of the new episodes: "We wanted to give ourselves some new challenges for the series and really start in a different place."

Netflix's Ted Sarandos Reveals His 'Phase 2' for Hollywood

Lacey Rose — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Algorithms, deep pockets and a disdain for the existing TV model as the chief content officer reveals why the agent who talked about their budgets was "remarkably ill-informed," and countering "the managed dissatisfaction … of the entire entertainment business."

USA Orders Family Comedy Pilot From 'Fairly Legal' Producer

Lacey Rose — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

With repeats of "Modern Family" heading to USA in late September, the NBCUniversal-owned cable network is looking to bulk up on its comedy offerings with a pilot from Peter Ocko.