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Walter Koenig came to "Star Trek" in only its second season, but he is part of the series' legacy thanks to his role as Ensign Pavel Chekov (not to mention being one of the few major "The Original Series" actors still with us). An American TV show featuring a Russian character as a good guy during the height of the Cold War? That was just one of the ways that "Star Trek" pushed the envelope.

Unfortunately, as you Trekkies reading know, "Star Trek" lasted only two more years after Koenig joined the cast in 1967; NBC canceled the show due to low ratings and the last episode first aired on June...

Zoë Kravitz recently spoke out about what she thinks should stay in the past when it comes to ’90s television, and she didn’t hold back on Friends.

The actress told Butler in an interview, “Super homophobic jokes on mainstream television. If you watch Friends now you’re like, ‘Whoa, that’s….’”

Kravitz added that the jokes in Friends go beyond typical punchlines. “Oh, so much in Friends. Like, things that aren’t punchlines are punchlines. It’s wild. So maybe that? We can keep that there,” she said.

Butler responded, “That’s crazy. Yeah, keep that in the ’90s!”

Friends, the NBC sitcom that aired from 1994 to 2004, has long been celebrated for its humor,...

Zoë Kravitz recently called out some of the content in the hit ’90s sitcom Friends, saying that some jokes should have stayed in the past.

In an interview with Butler, she said, “Super homophobic jokes on mainstream television. If you watch Friends now you’re like, ‘Whoa, that’s….’”

Kravitz explained that the show had more of these jokes than many viewers remember. “Oh, so much in Friends. Like, things that aren’t punchlines are punchlines. It’s wild. So maybe that? We can keep that there,” she said.

Butler responded, “That’s crazy. Yeah, keep that in the ’90s!”

Friends, which aired on NBC from 1994 to 2004, is one of...

Exclusive: Fox is adding seasoned comedy writer-producer Hilary Winston to Going Dutch. Winston has joined the upcoming second season of the Fox single-camera comedy starring Denis Leary as co-showrunner alongside the series’ creator and Season 1 showrunner Joel Church-Cooper who previously developed the IFC series Brockmire.

Winston, Church-Cooper, Denis Leary and Jack Leary executive produce Going Dutch, which began production on its sophomore season this week. The series, wholly owned by Fox, is set to return in midseason.

Going Dutch centers on the arrogant, loudmouth U.S. Army Colonel Patrick Quinn (Denis Leary), who — after an epically unfiltered rant — is reassigned to the Netherlands, where he is punished with a command position at the least strategic army base in the world, notable for its Michelin Star-commissary, top-notch bowling alley, lavender-infused laundry and the best (and only) fromagerie in the U.S. Armed Forces. Surrounded by a diverse group of military misfits, the...

Exclusive: Kal Penn (Harold & Kumar), Adam Pally (Happy Endings) and Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live) have joined the cast of What the F*ck Is My Password?! as production kicks off in New Jersey.

The trio joins new cast members David Castañeda (The Umbrella Academy), Scott Adsit (30 Rock) and Edy Modica (Jury Duty) in the cast of the Steve Pink-helmed film, which is written by Jeff Morris (True Memoirs of an International Assassin), from a story by Pink (Hot Tub Time Machine) and himself.

Last month, Deadline exclusively announced Alexander Ludwig, Poppy Liu, Ricky Staffieri, Stephen Dorff, Kate Walsh and Sarah Grey were cast in the ensemble comedy.

What the F*ck Is My Password?! is about a guy who learns he invested in bitcoin while drunk on graduation night more than 13 years ago—and is now worth more than 200 million dollars. A new future and wealth beyond his...

A spooky new animated comedy is coming your way! “Haunted Hotel,” created by Matt Roller, a writer from “Rick and Morty,” “Community,” and “The Goldbergs,” is set to premiere on Netflix with a 10-episode season on September 19.

Netflix recently dropped the trailer and poster for this adult animated series, giving fans a sneak peek into the creepy and funny world of the Undervale hotel, as shared in their official press release.

Spooky season starts now. From the minds behind Rick and Morty comes Haunted Hotel, a new animated comedy series premiering September 19.

Starring Will Forte, Eliza Coupe, Skyler Gisondo, Natalie Palamides and Jimmi Simpson. pic.twitter.com/ee6sp49tsZ

— Netflix (@netflix) August 11, 2025 Via Netflix

The show centers on a single mom juggling two kids while trying to manage a hotel that’s haunted by ghosts. Her estranged brother, who’s now one of the ghosts, pops up to lend...

Get ready for a spooky and hilarious new show! “Haunted Hotel,” an animated comedy series, is hitting Netflix on September 19 with a 10-episode first season. The show comes from Matt Roller, a writer known for “Rick and Morty,” “Community,” and “The Goldbergs.”

According to Netflix’s recent press release, this paranormal comedy is packed with laughs and creepy vibes, perfect for fans of adult animation. The story follows a single mom with two kids who’s trying to keep her haunted hotel running. Things get tricky when her estranged brother, now a ghost haunting the place, shows up to help.

He’s convinced the other ghosts have some great ideas for the hotel. It’s a wild mix of family drama, spooky shenanigans, and plenty of humor.

Spooky season starts now. From the minds behind Rick and Morty comes Haunted Hotel, a new animated comedy series premiering September 19.

Starring Will Forte,...

Created by Matt Roller, “Haunted Hotel” will open its doors on September 19 with a 10-episode season on Netflix.

Step inside the Undervale with the trailer for the adult animated paranormal comedy series below.

A single mother of two struggles to run a haunted hotel with the help of her estranged brother, who is now one of the ghosts haunting the hotel and thinks the other ghosts have some pretty good ideas.

Will Forte (“Saturday Night Live”), Eliza Coupe (“Happy Endings”), Skyler Gisondo (“The Righteous Gemstones”), Natalie Palamides (“The Powerpuff Girls”), and Jimmi Simpson (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”) lead the voice cast.

Titmouse is the animation studio behind the project. Roller serves as showrunner with Erica Hayes as supervising director.

Roller executive produces alongside Chris McKenna, Dan Harmon, and Steve Levy.

“I can’t wait for everyone to meet the Freeling family and see how they tackle nightmare guests and...

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Platonic is a comedy series co-created by Francesca Delbanco and Nicholas Stoller. The Apple TV+ series follows Sylvia, a middle-aged housewife who reunites with her former best friend, Will. Sylvia soon finds herself trapped in her old ways and a toxic path, which threatens to destroy her relatively happy home life. Platonic stars Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Luke Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez, and Carla Gallo. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, absurd circumstances, and entertaining characters in Platonic, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

You’re the Worst Credit – FX

You’re the Worst is a romantic dark comedy-drama series created by Stephen Falk. The FX series follows Jimmy and Gretchen, two self-obsessed young individuals who fall for each other and begin an extremely toxic relationship that might not be good for bot of them.

Back in 2022, a new CBS sitcom was announced that would see Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. playing a father-son duo. At the time, Deadline described "Poppa's House" as "a dream on-screen sitcom pairing [that's been] two decades in the making," and while that may have been a bit of an exaggeration, it was at least exciting to hear that Wayans Sr. was returning to network comedy following his successful ABC series "My Wife and Kids." That early 2000s sitcom ran for five seasons and became a beloved part of many a millennial's childhood. As such, Damon Wayans returning to multi-camera comedy seemed like it could be a success — especially if that comedy also starred his real-life son, with whom he had an undeniable comedic chemistry as evidenced by their previous collaborations.

"My Wife and Kids" also featured Wayans Jr. in a recurring role, before the actor went on to star in...

The new Dcu’s Clark Kent and Lex Luthor make their big screen debuts this Friday having the support of TV predecessors Tyler Hoechlin and Michael Rosenbaum.

The highly anticipated Superman (fka Superman: Legacy) film, written/directed by DC Studios co-ceo James Gunn, hits theaters July 11 and stars David Corenswet (of TV’s The Politician and Lady in the Lake) as the titular Kal-El aka Daily Planet reporter Clark Kent.

More from TVLineSave the Dates: Brett Goldstein's Apple Movie, Hallmark's Christmas at Sea and MoreSmallville's Michael Rosenbaum Is in James Gunn's Superman Movie - You Just Won't See HimDownton...

Abby Elliott got her big break on Saturday Night Live doing impressions, following in the legacy of her family.

The Bear star starred on the NBC late-night sketch show for four seasons and in a recent interview, recalled what it was like to work there.

“Every week was a new week, and your happiness would depend on whether you got something on air or not, and if three weeks went by without a sketch, you’d think, ‘Uh-oh, am I going to be fired?’” Elliott said in an interview with The Independent. “There was always that looming threat of getting fired. That was the worst that could happen. And then, I kind of did.”

Elliot joined SNL in 2008 after dropping out of college in 2006 to enroll in improv classes following the encouragement of her father. The comedic star is known for impressions like Rachel Maddow, Drew Barrymore, and Angelina Jolie.

Apple TV+ may have a “Dope Thief,” but its dope queen has been thriving for two seasons now. In “Shrinking,” Jessica Williams, who rose to fame with the podcast and eventual HBO comedy variety special “2 Dope Queens,” plays fan favorite Gaby Evans, a colleague of psychotherapists Paul (Harrison Ford) and Jimmy (Jason Segel). In Season 2, Gaby navigates romance with Derrick (a new guy played by Damon Wayans Jr.), family dysfunction and a whole lot of two-steps forward, one-step back Gaby-ness that viewers have come to love. TheWrap spoke with Williams about her process and deep care of comedic timing, and why Harrison Ford is the Goat.

Damon Wayans Jr. and Jessica Williams in “Shrinking” (Apple TV+)

Nailing The Rhythm

“It’s a combination of the writing and cast chemistry. The way that [showrunner] Bill Lawrence has wanted the show to go is that anytime you mix and match one character with another,...

In the early 1990s, the hangout sitcom exploded in popularity as Americans collectively agreed that watching attractive, witty 20-somethings whine about their daily frustrations while loitering in their friends' kitchens or sharing a cup of coffee at the local spot was the best way to decompress after a long day. Shows like "Living Single," "Seinfeld," and "Friends" weren't workplace comedies, dramatic procedurals, or focused on the family; they were shows about people hanging out and proved that relatable, observational humor could be found in mundane situations like moving a couch up an apartment building stairwell or trying to find a car in a parking garage.

The style gained momentum in the 1980s, thanks to the success of "Cheers," but it was "Friends" that truly broke the mold as increasingly disillusioned Gen Xers entered adulthood, coinciding with TV networks' desperate search for "watch with dinner" programming. If sitcoms were slashers, "Cheers...

Book your reservation for “Haunted Hotel,” opening its doors September 19 on Netflix.

It centers on a single mother of two who struggles to run the Undervale, a hotel that happens to be haunted. Luckily, she has some help from her estranged brother… who is now one of the ghosts and thinks his fellow phantoms have some pretty good ideas.

The adult animated paranormal comedy series is created by Matt Roller, who also serves as showrunner.

The voice cast includes Will Forte (“Saturday Night Live”), Eliza Coupe (“Happy Endings”), Skyler Gisondo (“The Righteous Gemstones”), Natalie Palamides (“The Powerpuff Girls”), and Jimmi Simpson (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”).

Titmouse as the animation studio behind the project. Erica Hayes serves as supervising director.

Roller executive produces alongside Chris McKenna, Dan Harmon, and Steve Levy.

“I’m thrilled to be working with Netflix and an amazingly talented cast and crew to bring to life the stories of the dead,...

There's a new group of friends arriving in the television world this week, and they are loud, unique, memorable, and the perfect escape for our watch lists. FX on Hulu debuts the laugh-out-loud hilarious comedy series Adults, which comes from executive producer Nick Kroll and should be among the funniest and best new streaming comedy series of the year so far.

But before you can fall in love with the group of 20-something friends in Queens you wish you were hanging out with in real life, you have to know when and where to catch them. Oddly enough, for a show called Adults, the release schedule is a bit silly for the streaming era, but thankfully, it gives everyone a chance to watch! Let's get into how and where to tune into the show.

"Adults" -- “Pilot” -- Season 1, Episode 1 — Pictured (L-r): Malik Elassal as Samir, Lucy Freyer as...

There’s a moment in FX’s Adults when Billie (Lucy Freyer), in an effort to win over an older boyfriend’s friends, joins in on their good-natured roasting of one of their own. Only, her joke doesn’t land. It’s too lewd and too loud; the middle-aged moms and dads listening are not just perplexed but offended. As they shuffle away, one mutters to another: “She is 24.”

At the risk, then, of sounding like the geriatric millennial I am: Adults, like Billie, feels very 24, at least in the sense that I remember myself at that age — bursting with energy but not always confident in its own perspective, not that it lets that keep it from shouting every passing thought at top volume. It can be a little exhausting, in a way that occasionally made me want to pull it aside and suggest it take a breath. But it’s also bright enough (and,...

Into every generation, a hangout sitcom is born — light on plot, and heavy on the chemistry of a group of young adults spending way too much time together in the big city. Gen X had Friends. The millennials had too many to count, including New Girl, How I Met Your Mother, and Happy Endings. Gen Z hasn’t quite had its own moment yet, in part because most show creators are at least in their thirties, in part because the TV business assumes that most of Gen Z is getting their video on nontraditional platforms.

Beloved Fox sitcom New Girl is getting a belated spoof from one of its network brethren, and two of the show's stars are along for the ride. Zooey Deschanel and Max Greenfield will lend their voices to this week's episode of The Simpsons. "Estranger Things," the thirty-sixth season finale of the undying animated series, will air this Sunday night on Fox and stream on Hulu the next day. Entertainment Weekly has a first look at Deschanel and Greenfield's appearances on the series.

In the clip, Lisa (Yeardley Smith) is watching the sitcom Quirk Girl on her tablet; she describes it as being "from the golden age of television: 2013." A thinly-veiled parody of New Girl, it stars a Deschanel lookalike who, Lisa gushes, "made it okay for cute girls to be pretty." Greenfield voices her roommate, the slick ladies' man Schultz, who's just borrowed a dog to help him pick up women.

Wrestlemania season is the most wonderful time of the year for wrestling fans, particularly the ones who follow WWE. Spanning from New Year's Eve to around Easter Sunday, World Wrestling Entertainment will culminate their biggest storylines of the year and pay them off on The Grandest Stage of Them All. Though many will look at the Showcase of Immortals as the "season finale" of the long-running wrestling promotion's programming for that year, professional wrestling doesn't have an off-season. In fact, depending on which streaming services you subscribe to, you can find yourself watching in-ring action from a different promotion every single day of the week.

However, what if wrestling fans want to take a break from the squared circle in favor of more traditional shows? Obviously, there is a plethora of shows and genres to choose from, but maybe they don't want to stray too far from the world of "The Man" Becky Lynch,...

Shirley Manson says it plainly in the chorus to Garbage’s new single: “Get out of my face, don’t mess with me, we’re exhausted.” She’s totally over hearing your patriarchal complaints about your problems on “Get Out My Face Aka Bad Kitty,” the second single off the band’s upcoming Let All That We Imagine Be the Light, but at least she delivers the news in a memorable way. The song has an urgency to it, but also plenty of catchy pop hooks (even the background vocals,...

On Wednesday May 7 2025, ABC broadcasts Celebrity Wheel of Fortune!

Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ben Schwartz and Adam Pally Season 5 Episode 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” promises an exciting night of fun and friendly competition. This episode features three well-known celebrities: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ben Schwartz, and Adam Pally. Each contestant will bring their unique charm and personality to the game, making for an entertaining experience.

Wendi McLendon-Covey, known for her role in “The Goldbergs,” will showcase her skills on the wheel. With her quick wit and humor, she is sure to keep things lively. Fans of the show will be eager to see how she handles the pressure of the game and if she can solve the puzzles.

Ben Schwartz, famous for his work in “Parks and Recreation” and “Sonic the Hedgehog,” adds a playful energy to the mix. His competitive spirit and love for games may give...

Celebrity Wheel of Fortune fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 5 Episode 3 episode titled Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ben Schwartz and Adam Pally!

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Celebrity Wheel of Fortune Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ben Schwartz and Adam Pally Season 5 Episode 3 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” promises to be a delightful mix of laughter and competition. Scheduled to air on ABC at 8:00 Pm on May 7, 2025, this episode features three well-known celebrity contestants: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ben Schwartz, and Adam Pally.

Wendi McLendon-Covey is best known for her role in “The Goldbergs,” where her comedic timing and charm have won over audiences. Her quick wit and engaging personality are expected to shine...

Steph Curry isn’t used to missing — though he was never much one for twos.

Peacock has canceled mockumentary Mr. Throwback, NBA superstar Curry’s acting debut (Ok, so he played himself on HBO’s Ballers once) and the first scripted, live-action series produced by his Unanimous Media banner, after just one season. The cancellation is due to a lack of viewership, The Hollywood Reporter is told, not quality.

Mr. Throwback debuted to a pretty strong reception (although THR‘s review contended it “Never quite lives up to Curry’s charm or pedigree.”). The six-episode season one has an 86 percent rating among TV critics on Rotten Tomatoes and is at 80 percent with the audience. (Among “Top Critics,” it’s at 67 percent, lower but still “Fresh,” though that only accounts for six reviews — a relatively small sample size.)

The series was not without its flaws, but it was funny (enough) and...

All good stories must come to an end. Peacock has trimmed its original programming, canceling Based on a True Story after two seasons.

Per Deadline, despite earning largely positive reviews from critics, Based on a True Story will not return for a third season on Peacock. Created by Craig Rosenberg, the dark comedy thriller series is a satire of the true crime genre with elements loosely inspired by true events. Both seasons follow married couple Ava and Nathan Bartlett, played by Cuoco and Chris Messina respectively, as they capitalize on America's growing obsession with true crime by launching a podcast with serial killer Matt Pierce (Tom Bateman). The second, and now final, season of eight episodes was released in its entirety on Peacock back in November 2024.

Based on a True Story Season 2 picked up three months into parenthood for Ava and Nathan. As they focus on taking care of her family,...

Peacock has canceled two shows: Based on a True Story and Mr. Throwback, Deadline has confirmed.

From Craig Rosenberg and Jason Bateman, Based on a True Story ran for two seasons and starred Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina. The series is a satire of the true crime genre with elements that are loosely inspired by true events.

Season 1 follows Ava (Cuoco) and her husband Nathan (Messina), a down-on-their-luck couple whose lives collide with an infamous serial killer terrorizing Los Angeles. and seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime by making a podcast with the killer.

Season 2 focused on new parents Ava and Nathan Bartlett three months into parenthood. Focused on taking care of her family, Ava is determined to resist her true-crime obsession and return to work as a real estate agent while Nathan trains private tennis clients.

Rosenberg served as creator, writer, showrunner,...

The comedies “Based on a True Story” and “Mr. Throwback” have been canceled at Peacock, Variety has learned exclusively. “Based on a True Story” had debuted its second season in November 2024, while “Mr. Throwback” aired its one and only season at the NBCUniversal streamer in August 2024.

Peacock does not release regular viewership information, so gauging the exact audience of either show is difficult, but both received solid reviews upon their release.

“Based on a True” story starred Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina as a financially struggling couple who decide to start a true crime podcast to investigate whether or not their plumber is in fact a serial killer. The cast also included Tom Bateman, Liana Liberato, and Priscilla Quintana. The show originally premiered in 2023.

Craig Rosenberg created the series and served as an executive producer. Annie Weisman served as writer, showrunner, and an executive producer on Season 2 with Jaclyn Moore also writing and executive producing.

Courtney Henggeler, known for her role as Amanda Larusso on Cobra Kai, has announced she is stepping away from acting. In a post shared on Substack, Henggeler said she informed her agents that she was leaving the profession after two decades.

“I hung up my gloves,” she wrote. “I was tapping out. I no longer wanted to be a cog in the wheel of the machine.”

Henggeler appeared in all six seasons of Cobra Kai, playing the wife of Ralph Macchio’s Daniel Larusso. Before joining the Netflix series, she held smaller parts across numerous television shows, including The Big Bang Theory, Mom, Bones, Fuller House, Jane the Virgin, and Happy Endings. Her film credits include Feed, Nobody’s Fool, and Friends with Benefits.

Reflecting on her time in the industry, Henggeler said her career was defined more by the search for work than by the work itself. “All I’ve...

After 20 years in the business, Cobra Kai actress Courtney Henggeler said she is quitting acting.

In a Substack post made late last month, Henggeler said she “hung up my gloves,” informing her agents that she “was tapping out. I no longer wanted to be a cog in the wheel of the machine.”

Deadline has reached out to Henggeler’s representatives for comment.

Known mostly for her six-season run as Amanda Larusso in Netflix’s recently concluded hit Cobra Kai, Henggeler has also landed bit parts in series like The Big Bang Theory, Mom, Fuller House, Jane the Virgin, Bones, Melissa & Joey, Happy Endings and others.

“All I’ve ever known in my professional life was acting. But not even the art or craft of acting. All I’ve truly ever [known] was the hustle. The hustle, the grind, sprinkled occassionally [sic] with the odd acting job. Perhaps a line or two...

Bruno Alcantara, known for being a pit crew member on RuPaul’s Drag Race, is set to host Happy Endings with Bruno on Wow Presents Plus.

In the series, Alcantara will invite guests to his massage studio for a full-body massage interwoven with intimate and emotional conversations that answer the question of, “What does my Happy Ending look like?”

“I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity Wow Presents Plus has given me to share my passion for massage with a global audience,” he says. “For me, massage is more than just relaxation—it’s about connection, healing, and the power of human touch.”

Combining the soothing elements of massage Asmr with thoughtful and often vulnerable interviews, Happy Endings with Bruno offers viewers a glimpse into the personal journeys of its guests.

Related: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 17 Cast Photos

Each episode will feature a new massage patient in the studio, with...

Actress Eliza Coupe responded to fans who criticized her appearance at the premiere of the Netflix series The Residence.

On March 19, Coupe, known for her role in the sitcom Happy Endings, posed on the red carpet at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles in a gold sequin dress with a black coat draped over her shoulder. She also wore smokey eye makeup, a black fur coat and black thigh-high boots. Her blonde hair was shaggy and shoulder-length.

Her fans shared their negative reactions to her appearance on the social media platform X. Many claimed that the actress looked “unrecognizable.”

“Most likely, this is a consequence of taking Ozempic; in America, many stars and famous people were placed on it,” one user wrote.

“The photos of Eliza Coupe at the Residence premiere make me so sad, I love Happy Endings, one of the best sitcoms. I was so excited to see her in this,...

Eliza Coupe is hitting back at people criticizing her for looking “unrecognizable” at the premiere of her new Netflix series The Residence.

The 43-year-old actress is best known for playing Jane Kerkovich-Williams in the ABC comedy series Happy Endings and Denise “Jo” Mahoney in the final two seasons of NBC’s comedy series Scrubs.

Eliza is now playing Margery Bay Bix in the new Netflix murder mystery series.

The side-by-side comparison here shows her at an event in February 2014 and at the premiere of The Residence in March 2025.

Keep reading to find out more…

Eliza took to Instagram to share several posts hitting back at comments. In one post she shared a video of herself pointing a gun at the camera. She wrote, “My response to all the bad press and wildly altered photos of me floating around the internet. You are all so consistently ridiculous. Thank you for making me laugh.

Emmy viewers loved last year's team-up of Eugene Levy and Dan Levy so much, they now want to see another father-son duo host the ceremony.

Poppa's House stars Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. are our readers' top choice to host the 2025 Emmys on CBS. They received a leading 29 percent of fans' votes in Gold Derby's recent poll, a double-digit lead over The Daily Show host Jon Stewart and stand-up comedian John Mulaney, both of whom nabbed 16 percent support.

Wayans Sr. is a four-time Emmy nominee for writing and acting on the seminal sketch-comedy series In Living Color, while Wayans Jr. is still looking for his first Emmy bid. Poppa's House is a freshman hit for CBS and recently earned noms at the American Cinema Editors Guild, the Art Directors Guild, and the NAACP Image Awards.

What might viewers expect with a Wayans takeover of the Emmy Awards? Their...

NBC has picked up a single-camera comedy pilot based at a Native American community center, Variety has learned exclusively.

The untitled, single-camera comedy hails from writers Sierra Teller Ornelas, Jackie Keliiaa, and Bobby Wilson. All three are also executive producers, with Teller Ornelas set to serve as showrunner. Morgan Sackett will also executive produce. Universal Television, where both Teller Ornelas and Sackett are under overall deals, is the studio.

The official logline for the pilot states that it is “An ensemble comedy set at a Native community center in Oakland, Calif. The employees hustle to keep the lights on while lifting up those in need.”

The pilot reunites Teller Ornelas, Wilson, and Sackett, who all previously worked together on the Peacock series “Rutherford Falls,” which also focused on Native issues through comedy. Teller Ornelas co-created that series and served as showrunner, while Sackett was an executive producer. Wilson was a...

If you had run into the brothers Joe and Anthony Russo as 20-somethings circa 1994, they probably wouldn’t have seemed like guys who’d become two of the biggest directors of all time. Both were living in their native Cleveland, where Anthony was a law student, and Joe, 17 months his junior, was attending drama school. Neither felt quite satisfied with their chosen path, so they both dropped out and pivoted to filmmaking, maxing out their credit cards to fund their $30,000 debut feature, Pieces, which has never been released but nonetheless caught the eye of a notable mentor, Steven Soderbergh, when it screened at Slamdance in 1997.

From there, they took a winding road that led them to directing and executive producing critically adored (but ultimately canceled) shows such as Arrested Development, Happy Endings and Community, before landing a meeting at Marvel Studios. (Studio chief Kevin Feige was a Community fanatic.) Against the odds,...

The Television Academy has cemented Sept. 14 as the date for the 2025 Emmys (see the updated calendar), so now is the perfect time to start thinking about who'd make the perfect host. And we've got some ideas.

First and foremost, Emmy hosts have to be fun. Likable. Energetic. Great on their feet. And, apparently, father-son duos are in.

Following last year's successful team-up of Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, we'd love to see the tradition continue on with Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. They tick all of the above boxes and — bonus points — are currently headlining the sitcom Poppa's House on CBS, the same network that's broadcasting this year's Emmy Awards. That gives them an inside advantage, as the host almost always has a working relationship with the home network.

Wayans Sr. is a four-time Emmy nominee for writing and acting on the seminal sketch-comedy series In Living Color, while Wayans Jr.

I loved Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage season 1, episode 12, titled "Typhoid Georgie." It had everything that makes great TV. It had emotional output, storylines, character arcs, and comedic deliverance. "Typhoid Georgie" additionally sheds more light on Mandy's attitude toward life improvement.

"Typhoid Georgie" is another episode that depicts Georgie as a well-centered family man with a fierce desire for success, even if it means working with a nasty cold that could inflict anyone who comes near him. However, the reasoning goes deeper than wanting to be a provider with money and his strong work ethic, as it was subconsciously ingrained through someone remarkably close to Georgie.

Mandy finally hit a high note in her broadcasting endeavor, but instead of having a full one-on-one conversation with Georgie about how it could impact their married life, she clearly allows her ego and self-assurance take over. There's noting wrong with having the drive,...

Exclusive: Eric Appel has been tapped by TriStar Pictures to direct The Breadwinner, starring comedian Nate Bargatze. TriStar preemptively acquired the comedy pitch written by Bargatze and Dan Lagana.

Bargatze, the world’s top touring comedian, will make his feature film acting debut in the film and serve as a producer alongside Lagana. Jeremy Latcham will produce the film through Wonder Project. Shary Shirazi will oversee for the studio.

Bargatze and Lagana are co-writing the script. Plot details for the comedy remain under wraps.

After working on several hit TV series for almost two decades, Appel made a big splash in the feature world with Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. Appel co-wrote, directed and produced the Roku Channel pic that starred Daniel Radcliffe as the iconic singer-songwriter. The film premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film Festival and won the People’s Choice Midnight Madness Award, eventually winning the Emmy for Outstanding TV Movie.

While there is nothing quite as perfect as New Girl, you need something to fill in the void. You’ve rewatched the show a thousand times, and now you want to check out something else.

There are some great comedies out there that bring the same humor and heartfelt storylines. There are comedies that had us shipping couples like crazy, and they brought up some important social topics with great comedic relief.

Not sure where to start to fill the void? Here are five shows like New Girl to watch next.

Brooklyn Nine-nine -- "Blue Flu" Episode 803 -- Pictured in this screen grab: (l-r) Joe Lo Truglio as Charles Boyle, Melissa Fumero as Amy Santiago, Andy Samberg as Jake Peralta -- (Photo by: NBC) Brooklyn Nine-Nine

This is not just another cop comedy. Brooklyn Nine-Nine touched on some important topics throughout its eight-season run. There was a look at being...

The NAACP said Thursday that the Wayans family — Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans Sr., Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans and Kim Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. — will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame.

The honor will be bestowed February 22 at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, which will air live on BET and CBS from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.

“For decades, the Wayans family has been at the forefront of comedy, breaking barriers and opening doors for waves of entertainers,” NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson said. “Their trailblazing work in television, film, and stand-up has transcended pop culture and cemented their legacy in the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame. Recognizing their achievements with this induction is a celebration of a multi-generational legacy that continues to advance and uplift communities. The Wayans family has set a standard of excellence, and their influence resonates far beyond the stage and screen.

When "New Girl" ended in 2018 after seven seasons, it undoubtedly left a hole in people's hearts. Since 2011, people tuned into Fox every week to see what mishaps and misunderstandings Jessica Day (Zooey Deschanel) and her roommates would get into. There's no shortage of incredible "New Girl" episodes to watch, and if you go back, you may find new things to appreciate. Even if you don't, it's hard to get tired of watching an episode like "Background Check" where everyone's eccentricities are dialed up to 11.

Naturally, you may be ready to fill said heart-hole with something new yet oddly similar. "New Girl" is far from the only sitcom about a group of friends figuring out what to do in life while getting into copious high jinks. Or maybe you want something with a quirky female lead who's prone to burst into song. There can only ever be one "New Girl," but...

Despite hailing from a comedic dynasty with father Damon Wayans — and his siblings Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans and Keenen Wayans, the latter with whom he co-created sketch comedy show In Living Color — Damon Wayans Jr. said he still feels he hasn’t completely clinched his place in show business.

The father-son duo, who are headlining CBS’ new sitcom Poppa’s House, sat down with People to reflect on their family legacy and various programs, including My Wife and Kids, which marked Wayans Jr.’s first TV arc (much to his chagrin at the time).

“He used to make us be in the scenes, he would be like, ‘And you’re gonna be his friend, and you’re gonna be his friend,’ and we were like, ‘Ugh, fine, I’ll go act,'” Wayans Jr. recalled of his father making him and his brother Michael Wayans cameo on the ABC comedy.

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We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about Law & Order, Silo, The Way Home, Shifting Gears and more!

1 | Much as we enjoyed the Silo finale’s flashback coda, how are they going to explain the Pez dispenser that congressman Daniel gave journalist Helen winding up in Silo 18 some 300 years later? What, does it become someone’s family heirloom? Also, aren’t there some logic/logistical issues with regards to the Silo 17 vault generating meals for Solo/Jimmy to last 30 years (…and counting)?

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It looks like High Potential is, once again, back to putting the case of Roman’s disappearance on the back burner. This series is amazing, but it’s playing a game of chicken with the audience.

Not that I’m complaining or anything, but a little consistency goes a long way. If you’re anything like this TV Fanatic, you like your loose ends wrapped up nicely in a bow.

High Potential has delivered one amazing episode after another with a cast of incredibly talented actors — not to mention writing that takes audiences on an emotional roller coaster.

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What more could the executives at ABC need to give a knock-out series like this the go-ahead for another season? Hell, give High Potential a multiple-season renewal.

If for no other reason than for some assurance that we will see some of the hilarious characters introduced in High Potential Season 1 Episode 10 again.

Damon Wayans Jr. was part of the ensemble cast of Happy Endings, and his real-life father, Damon Wayans Sr., had a one-episode guest appearance on the show. Wayans Sr. played Brad’s father, a veteran in town for some medical tests in season 1, episode 5, “Like Father, Like Gun.” From their stilted early interactions to their tender heart-to-heart at the end, the Wayans father and son stole the episode from the Happy Endings' best characters.

Over a decade later, the Wayans are reprising their roles as a father-son pair in Poppa’s House, a show Wayans Sr. co-created. Poppa’s House is built around the comedic chemistry the Wayans naturally share, given the Wayans family's long history in show business. Given how talented they are separately and together, it is surprising it took over a decade since their Happy Endings episode for Damon Wayans Sr. and Damon Wayans Jr. to get their own...

Aubrey Plaza and the Baena family have released a brief statement on the death of her husband, Jeff Baena. Known for directing Spin Me Round and The Little Hours, as well as co-writing I Heart Huckabees, Baena died by suicide on Saturday, per The Hollywood Reporter.

"This is an unimaginable tragedy,...

The nominations won’t be announced till January 9, but the Art Directors Guild has found a host for its 29th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards. Actress Rachael Harris will command the stage for the February 15 ceremony at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown.

“I am honored to host the Adg Awards this year,” Harris said in a statement. “Production designers and their teams are the unsung heroes of film and television, creating the worlds we inhabit on screen. Their artistry and craftsmanship inspire me and I’m delighted to celebrate their incredible work.”

Harris most recently starred in Season 1 of Disney+’s “Goosebumps,” but you’ve seen her in everything from “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” to “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Modern Family,” “Suits,” “Happy Endings,” and as a series regular on “Lucifer.” Harris’ film credits include “The Hangover,” “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” trilogy, “Best in Show,” and “Natural Selection.

The new spin-off of Chuck Lorre’s The Big Bang Theory has left fans anticipating what characters will potentially return in the new season after the showrunner extended Sheldon’s story in a prequel spin-off. With the news of a new spin-off fans of the show have shared their hopes for revisiting familiar faces.

The Big Bang Theory | Credit: CBS

Among the many beloved characters, one who truly deserves a comeback in the spin-off is Penny’s ex, Zack Johnson. The gullible yet endearing character, often portrayed as intellectually inferior to the main group, and even Penny at times, would be a fantastic addition to the new series.

Zack Johnson deserves a comeback in the new The Big Bang Theory spin-off

Season 3 of the hit CBS sitcom introduces Brian Thomas Smith as Zack Johnson. And despite his limited appearances in The Big Bang Theory, (Kaley Cuoco) Penny’s goofy and...

Exclusive: Veteran creative executive Kevin Plunkett has joined Wolf Entertainment as EVP Development. Reporting to the company’s COO Peter Jankowski, he will oversee scripted development, working closely with the executive teams at Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, where the company is based.

This marks the first time Wolf Entertainment has had a dedicated senior development executive since Danielle Gelber held the EVP position from 2011-16. The move comes as Wolf Entertainment is starting to expand its scripted portfolio beyond broadcast into streaming with Law & Order: Organized Crime moving to Peacock and the company’s first original streaming series, On Call, debuting on Prime Video.

“Kevin’s experience working with the highest levels of streamers, networks and independent production companies will be a tremendous asset to Wolf Entertainment as we continue to develop content for all platforms now and in the future,” Jankowski said.

Plunkett has held senior positions at Jigsaw,...

Starz has announced the movie and TV titles that will be available on the service in January. The Starz January 2025 schedule includes the last two episodes of Outlander Season 7, setting the stage for the upcoming final season, and the U.S. premiere of The Couple Next Door.

The month also brings a diverse selection of films, including Freedom Hair, Once in a Valentine, Trim Season, Advanced Chemistry, and several other notable titles. You can also kick off the new year with the “Day of the Dinos!” marathon on New Year’s Day, featuring Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park III, and Jurassic World Dominion: Extended Cut.

Outlander Season 7 Part 2 Starz Highlights

Outlander Season 7 Part 2

The land the Frasers call home is changing – and they must change with it. To protect what they’ve built, the Frasers have to navigate the perils of the Revolutionary War. They learn that sometimes,...