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NBC's 'Siberia': New Reality-Skewing Drama Ordered for Summer

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:18:56 +0000

Just when you thought all the major TV announcements to come out of the cancellations and renewals of Upfronts had come and gone, NBC has one more to be added to the slate for summer. This July will see the debut of scripted series 'Siberia,' a new twist on reality TV that sees its characters participating in a fictional reality series gone awry. The series has already lined up to premiere on July 1, so get an inside look at 'Siberia' inside!

'SNL's' Jay Pharoah Confirms Jason Sudeikis' Exit

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:00:34 +0000

This past weekend during 'SNL's' heartwarming season finale, cast and crew bid adieu to both Bill Hader and Fred Armisen, while less in focus was the fate of fellow veteran Jason Sudeikis. Sudeikis has kept mum on the prospect of his 'SNL' future, but has cast member Jay Pharoah accidentally spilled the beans?

'SNL' Preview: Ben Affleck Covers for Unimpressed Kanye West

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:24:38 +0000

This weekend will mark a monumental occasion for 'SNL,' not only elevating season finale host Ben Affleck into the five-timers club, but also bidding a fond farewell to veteran Bill Hader, potentially Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen as well. Less impressed with the proceedings is the controversial Kanye West, who barely manages to hid his disdain in the most recent promos for this weekend's all-new 'SNL.'

Seth Meyers Returning to 'SNL' and Weekend Update This Fall, Despite His New Talk Show

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:05:04 +0000

'SNL' will say goodbye to eight-year veteran Bill Hader this weekend, potentially Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen as well during the Ben Affleck-hosted season finale, but newly-minted 'Late Night' host Seth Meyers isn't going anywhere yet. The 'Weekend Update' host and head writer will remain with the sketch comedy series through 2014, before taking over Jimmy Fallon's late-night hosting gig. Find out how long Seth Meyers sticks around for inside!

'SNL' Season Finale Preview: Ben Affleck and Bill Hader Say Goodbye

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:52:32 +0000

Earlier this week sad news broke that 'SNL' vet Bill Hader would depart the series after Saturday's upcoming finale with Ben Affleck and Kanye West, potentially taking fellow veterans Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen with him. Whoever goes, Ben Affleck's upcoming introduction into the five-timer's club looks to continue the streak from Kristen Wiig, so check out the first promos inside!

'SNL' Shocker: Bill Hader to Depart, Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen Too?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:24:02 +0000

This past weekend's 'SNL' with Kristen Wiig drew heavily on nostalgia, but it seems we didn't know which performer's absence would truly soon be felt. In advance of the season finale with Ben Affleck and Kanye West, 'SNL' veteran Bill Hader has revealed his intent to leave the series, but who might also leave behind the late-night, sketch comedy?

NBC Fall 2013 Trailers: 'The Michael J. Fox Show,' Johnathan Rhys-Meyers' 'Dracula' and More!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:20:36 +0000

Yesterday NBC laid out its fall lineup for viewers, retooling its Thursday nights in particular to lead a new comedy block building up to Michael J. Fox's new show, the aptly named 'The Michael J. Fox Show.' Among the new offerings include the long-awaited Johnathan Rhys-Meyers' 'Dracula' and 'Office' vet James Spader's 'The Blacklist,' but how would you like to check out the trailers of NBC's newest series? Get inside for your NBC fall preview!

'Community' Season 5 to 2014, Plus NBC Fall Schedule Announcement!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:48:21 +0000

We'd be hard pressed to say who had the most brutal of cancellations and fruitful pickups between the five major networks this weekend, but few would offer that NBC had any undeserved ends. Even so, the peacock has become the first among the five to set its major schedule, moving 'Revolution' and 'Parenthood' to new nights, scheduling Jonathan Rhys-Meyers 'Dracula' for fall and moving 'Community' and more to midseason! Get the lowdown on NBC's new lineup inside!

NBC Cancels 'Smash,' 'The New Normal' and More

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 11 May 2013 02:28:02 +0000

And the house cleaning continues at NBC! Just hours after announcing the cancellation of 'Go On' and a number of NBC series, along with a surprising renewal for 'Community' NBC has officially bid adieu to struggling musical drama 'Smash,' as well as Ryan Murphy's freshman dramedy 'The New Normal.' Find out what else is kaput at NBC inside!

NBC's 'Go On' Canceled, Irony Fully Achieved

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:54:52 +0000

Well, so much for NBC's 2012 lineup. After yesterday putting 'Guys With Kids' and '1600 Penn' in the ground, NBC's Matthew Perry-fronted 'Go On' has officially been given the axe. Irony jokes aside, we had hoped Perry might finally find post-'Friends' success, and 'Go On' certainly had some strong moments, but to ultimately no avail. Full details on the cancellation inside!

NBC's '1600 Penn' Canceled, 'Whitney and 'Deception' Too

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:51:07 +0000

We're still nervous for NBC's decision on 'Community's' fate, sure to arrive any hour now, but amid the joyous news of 'Parks and Recreation's' season 6 renewal comes the network's first comedy cancellation. Bill Pullman's presidential comedy '1600 Penn' has officially been canceled, following the peacock's decision to drop fellow struggling series 'Deception' yesterday, and now Whitney Cummings' 'Whitney.' Find out the latest NBC casualties inside!

NBC Picks Up 'About A Boy' Remake, J.J. Abrams' 'Believe,' 'Crisis' and More

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:50:58 +0000

While we anxiously await news of NBC's existing bubble series, the peacock network has officially begun handing out its pilot orders for 2013-2014. Jason Katims' 'About a Boy' remake featuring David Walton and Minnie Driver will go to series, as well as J.J. Abrams drama 'Believe,' Dermot Mulroney's 'Crisis' and 'Will and Grace' star Sean Hayes' new sitcom. Get the latest on NBC's new lineup inside!

NBC Passes on Modern 'Hatfields & McCoys,' Ellie Kemper's 'Brenda Forever' and More

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:55 +0000

Next week will deliver the majority of the news from the major networks Upfront presentations, but as we've been seeing for weeks, many renewal and cancellation decisions have already been made. NBC's troubled year could see some major upsets in its lineup, but now we're hearing that notifications have gone out to pilots the network intends to pass on, among them the Virginia Madsen-fronted modern 'Hatfields & McCoys,' and 'The Office' star Ellie Kemper's follow-up vehicle 'Brenda Forever.' Get the latest on NBC's pilot passes inside!

'SNL' Preview: Kristen Wiig Makes a Dramatic Return

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:53:49 +0000

'SNL's' past weekend with 'The Hangover 3' star Zach Galifianakis might not have turned out to be as much of a sure thing as we might have liked, but here's hoping the writers saved their A-material for former castmate Kristen Wiig! She will return to the 'SNL' stage for her first turn as host with musical guest Vampire Weekend, but does the 'Anchorman 2' star's first promos have that old magic back? Get a first look at Kristen Wiig's return to 'SNL' inside!

'The Office' Series Finale Gets Supersized

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:00:55 +0000

'The Office' fans have often had to be wary of extended episodes, which usually have the misfortune of padding existing material and diluting the results of an otherwise good episode. In this case, however, we don't think they'll mind! NBC has officially announced that the May 16 'Office' series finale will extend by 15 minutes, in addition to an hour-long retrospective. Let the 15-minute Steve Carell cameo rumors commence!

'Community' Season 5: Sony Calls for Fans to Watch Live, Save the Show

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:45:38 +0000

All season long we've debated 'Community's return, whether season 4 matched up to the series' previous greatness under showrunner Dan Harmon, or if the series should make a graceful exit, but now the precipice is upon us. 'Community' season 4 will soon air its finale episode "Advanced Introduction to Finality," but will it prove the last of the series? Sony TV needs your help to save 'Community' inside!

'SNL' Deleted Scenes: Zach Galifianakis Goes Retro for Bill Hader's 'Kanish'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:45:21 +0000

As expected, this past weekend's all-new 'SNL' featuring 'The Hangover Part III's Zach Galifianakis as host and musical guest Of Monsters and Men offered up a few solid sketches, but varied across the board for the bearded funnyman's third turn. Things could have gotten even stranger however, as a new un-aired sketch teams Galifianakis with Bill Hader for a retro detective comedy, but did this one deserve to make the cut?

'The Office' Series Finale: Steve Carell Definitely Probably Returning, Maybe

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:25:50 +0000

In spite of all the conflicting reports, we know in our heart of hearts that 'The Office' would never dream of concluding its nine-season run on May 16 without somehow including Steve Carell's Michael Scott, without whom the series would never have thrived. The latest report almost definitely confirms that Carell will pop up in the coming finale, though official sources continually deny. Get the real truth about Michael Scott's return inside!

'Hannibal' Season 2: Will Lee Pace, Kristin Chenoweth and Anna Friel End Up 'Pushing Daisies'?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:00:17 +0000

A few weeks ago we heard the surprising news that 'Hannibal' creator Bryan Fuller had an eye on casting glam rock icon David Bowie as Hannibal's uncle should the NBC drama be granted a second season, but it seems Fuller has far more familiar faces in mind. Should NBC decide to serve 'Hannibal' a second course, Fuller will do his best to reunite the 'Pushing Daisies' cast by bringing in actors Lee Pace, Kristin Chenoweth and Anna Friel! Find out about the big 'Pushing Daisies' reunion on 'Hannibal' inside!

'Parks and Recreation' Season 6 Spoilers: 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' Baby Swanson and More!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:00:03 +0000

Though likely not ranking much higher than its usual moderate ratings, last night's 'Parks and Recreation' season finale episode "Are You Better Off?" put an effective cap on yet another uncertain season, given the long-running NBC comedy's constant threat of cancellation. 'Parks' prospects certainly seem like a lock for next year, but what big twists and Marvel-ous new problems will the Pawnee Parks Department face next year? New details inside!