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Wednesday, November 20, 2024

NBC Releases Midseason Schedule

 



NBC has released the midseason lineup and schedule.  The full schedule is below; Law & Order and Law & Order SVU both return on Thursday, January 16, 2025.


NBC MIDSEASON 2024-25 SCHEDULE  
(New programs in UPPER CASE; all times p.m. ET/PT)   

 
FRIDAY, JAN. 3 
8 – Happy’s Place 
8:30 – Lopez vs. Lopez 
9 – Dateline NBC 
 
MONDAY, JAN. 6 
10 – Brilliant Minds 

TUESDAY, JAN. 7 
8 – Deal or No Deal Island (Season premiere) 
10 – The Irrational 

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8 
8 – Chicago Med 
9 – Chicago Fire 
10 – Chicago P.D. 

TUESDAY, JAN. 1
8 – St. Denis Medical 
8:30 – Night Court 
9 – Deal or No Deal Island (Time period premiere) 
 
THURSDAY, JAN. 16 
8 – Law & Order 
9 – Law & Order: SVU 
10 – Found 

MONDAY, FEB. 3 
8 – The Voice (Season premiere) 
10 – THE HUNTING PARTY (Series premiere) 

SUNDAY, FEB. 23 
7 – THE AMERICAS (Two-hour series premiere) 
9 – SUITS LA (Series premiere) 
10 – GROSSE POINTE GARDEN SOCIETY (Series premiere) 

SUNDAY, MARCH 2 
8 – THE AMERICAS (Time period premiere) 



Wednesday, July 19, 2023

NBC Announces Updated 2023-2024 Fall Premiere Dates



NBC ANNOUNCES 2023-24 FALL PREMIERE DATES

Breaking news | July 19, 2023

New Season Kicks Off Monday, Sept. 25 With Emmy Award-Nominated “The Voice” Featuring New Coach Reba McEntire
 
Freshman Scripted Series “The Irrational” and “Found” Make Their Debuts While “Quantum Leap” and “Magnum P.I.” Return with All-New Episodes
 
“America’s Got Talent” Season Finale Moves to Premiere Week
 
First Annual People’s Choice Country Awards, Hosted by Little Big Town, Airs
Live from Nashville on Sept. 28 on NBC and Peacock
 
All New Episodes Stream Next Day on Peacock

 

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – July 19, 2023 – NBC kicks off its 2023-24 fall schedule on Sept. 25 with a new season of the Emmy Award-nominated competition series “The Voice,” followed by a strong lineup of original programming that includes the premiere of new dramas “The Irrational,” starring Jesse L. Martin and “Found,” starring Shanola Hampton, as well as new episodes of returning dramas “Quantum Leap” and “Magnum, P.I.” all of which will stream next day on Peacock.
 
“The Irrational” will launch Premiere Week on Monday, Sept. 25 at 10 p.m. following the two-hour season premiere of the four-time Emmy Award-winning competition series “The Voice,” which features new coach and country music legend Reba McEntire along with returning coaches John Legend, Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan, who’s back as the defending champ after taking the crown last season.
On Sept. 26 and 27, the “America’s Got Talent” penultimate episode and season finale will air during Premiere Week, anchoring the first Wednesday night of the new season with a live two-hour telecast during whch a new champion will be named.
 
In addition, a two-hour live telecast of the first-ever People’s Choice Country Awards, an extension of the successful fan-favorite People’s Choice Awards brand that features some of the finest acts in country music today, will be simulcast on Sept. 28 across NBC and Peacock. The special will be hosted by country superstars Little Big Town.
 
Tuesday Oct. 3 will feature a two-hour edition of “The Voice,” serving as a formidable lead-in to the premiere of the new original drama series “Found,” starring Shanola Hampton and Mark-Paul Gosselaar. (Beginning Oct. 10, the first hour of “The Voice” will be a recap of the previous night.)
Beginning Oct. 4, Wednesdays feature an all-original drama lineup with new seasons of “Quantum Leap” and “Magnum, P.I.” airing at 9 and 10 p.m., respectively.
The third season of hospital-set drama “Transplant” will make its return to NBC with new episodes starting on Thursday, Oct. 5. Airing just after Transplant” on Thursdays will be “Dateline NBC” at 10 p.m.

Friday’s lineup includes new episodes of “Dateline NBC,” which begin Sept. 29 at 9 p.m., before “The Wall” returns to the NBC lineup on Nov. 3 at 8 p.m.
Premieres for all previously announced fall series – “Night Court,” “Extended Family,” “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.,” “Law & Order” and “Law & Order: SVU” – will be announced at a later date.

Midseason and/or summer shows previously announced include “Untitled America’s Got Talent Series,” “Deal or No Deal Island,” “Password,” “The America’s,” “Law & Order: Organized Crime,” “Lopez vs Lopez” and “La Brea.”


NBC’s fall season premiere dates:


Monday, Sept. 25
8-10 p.m. – The Voice (Original)
10-11 p.m. – The Irrational (Original)

Tuesday, Sept. 26
8-9 p.m. – The Voice (Original)
9-11 p.m. – America’s Got Talent (Performance finale)

Wednesday, Sept. 27
8-9 p.m. – America’s Got Talent (R)
9-11 p.m. – America’s Got Talent (Season finale)

Thursday, Sept. 28
8-10 p.m. – People’s Choice Country Awards
10-11 p.m. – The Irrational (R)

Friday, Sept. 29
9-11 p.m. – Dateline NBC (Original)

Tuesday, Oct. 3
8-10 p.m. – The Voice (Original)
10-11 p.m. – Found (Original)

Wednesday, Oct. 4
8-9 p.m. – Chicago dramas (R)
9-10 p.m. – Quantum Leap (Original)
10-11 p.m. – Magnum, P.I. (Original)

Thursday, Oct. 5
8-9 p.m. – Law & Order dramas (R)
9-10 p.m. – Transplant (Original)
10-11 p.m. – Dateline NBC (R)

 Friday, Nov. 3
8-9 p.m. – The Wall (Original)


 


NEW DRAMA SERIES

“FOUND”

In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of color that the country seems to forget about. A public relations specialist, who was once herself one of those forgotten ones, and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own.

The cast includes Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi.

Nkechi Okoro Carroll will write and executive produce. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Sonay Hoffman, Lindsay Dunn and Leigh Redman also executive produce.

Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions produces in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

“THE IRRATIONAL”

“The Irrational” follows world-renowned professor of behavioral science Alec Mercer (Jesse L. Martin) as he lends his unique expertise on an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations. His insight and unconventional approach to understanding human behavior lead him and the team on a series of intense, unexpected journeys to solve illogical puzzles and perplexing mysteries. The show is based on best-selling author Dan Ariely’s book, “Predictably Irrational.”

The cast also includes Maahra Hill, Travina Springer, Molly Kunz, and Arash DeMaxi. Arika Lisanne Mittman, Mark Goffman, Sam Baum and David Frankel executive produce.

he show is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.



NEW SPECIAL

PEOPLE’S CHOICE COUNTRY AWARDS

The inaugural two-hour “People’s Choice Country Awards” will air live on Sept. 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT across NBC and Peacock, from the world-famous Grand Ole Opry stage in Nashville.  


The two-hour telecast will lean into the rich connection between country music and the Opry through chart-topping musical performances, genre-bending collaborations, legendary tributes and surprise moments that regularly happen from the iconic venue.   


The only award show for the people and by the people, the “People’s Choice Country Awards” will recognize the biggest and best country music has to offer chosen entirely by the fans across various categories. Several honorary awards will also be bestowed during the awards ceremony.    


The “People’s Choice Country Awards” will extend to social platforms with All-Access Live bringing fans at home behind the scenes as well as interactively connecting country’s most popular stars with their biggest fans.  


The telecast is produced by Den of Thieves with Jesse Ignjatovic, Evan Prager and Barb Bialkowski serving as executive producers.



© 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC


Friday, May 12, 2023

NBC ANCHORS FALL SCHEDULE WITH FRANCHISE POWERHOUSES AND THREE NEW SERIES



Press Release NBC Entertainment
breaking news | May 12, 2023

New Dramas “The Irrational” Starring Jesse L. Martin and “Found” Starring Shanola Hampton Join the Network’s Winning Fall Lineup While Jon Cryer Adds More Comedy with “Extended Family”

Tom Hanks to Narrate Tentpole Event Series “The Americas” with Music by Hans Zimmer for Spring 2024

New Unscripted Series “Deal or No Deal Island” and “Untitled America’s Got Talent Series” Join Midseason Lineup

NBC Picks Up Second Seasons of George Lopez Comedy “Lopez vs Lopez” and Game Show “Password,” Starring Jimmy Fallon and Hosted by Keke Palmer


 NEW YORK — May 12, 2023— NBC debuts a fall schedule of new and original series that feature dominant dramas, Tuesday laughs, beloved unscripted hits, fan-favorite event programming and a new night of Big Ten football.

Three new series are set to premiere in the fall – dramas “The Irrational” and “Found,” and multi-cam comedy “Extended Family,” all of which will stream next-day on Peacock along with the rest of NBC’s entertainment lineup. 

 

NBC’s 2023/24 Schedule Highlights:

Monday: #1 alternative series “The Voice” kicks off premiere week for its 24th cycle at 8 p.m. leading into the debut of high-stakes drama “The Irrational,” starring Jesse L. Martin at 10 p.m.

Tuesday: #1 new comedy “Night Court” gets the laughs started at 8 p.m., followed by the debut of Jon Cryer multi-cam “Extended Family” at 8:30 p.m. “The Voice” takes the stage at 9 p.m. followed by the highly anticipated second season of “Quantum Leap.”

Wednesday: Television’s highest-rated drama franchise returns with the One Chicago lineup kicking off at 8 p.m. with “Chicago Med,” continuing with “Chicago Fire” and concluding with #1 broadcast drama “Chicago P.D.”

Thursday: Network television’s top-rated Thursday starts with Season 23 of “Law & Order” at 8 p.m. followed by the record-extending 25th season of “Law & Order: SVU.” The night concludes with the premiere of the all-new Shanola Hampton-led missing persons drama “Found.”

Friday: Viewer-favorite game show “The Wall” starts at 8pm and leads into Friday’s hit newsmagazine, “Dateline NBC,” from 9-11 p.m.

SATURDAY: “Big Ten Saturday Night” arrives in primetime as some of the most storied programs in college football battle for conference supremacy.

Sunday: #1 primetime television show for a record 12 consecutive years, “NBC Sunday Night Football” will broadcast 20 regular-season games throughout the NFL season.

MIDSEASON/SUMMER:  Midseason brings two new unscripted shows to the lineup with “Untitled America’s Got Talent Series” as the next special edition of the highly successful franchise, and “Deal or No Deal Island” which brings the iconic game to the Banker’s private island for the biggest prize in series history.

“Law & Order: Organized Crime” is on the case once again in midseason, along with the return of fan-favorites “La Brea,” “Magnum P.I.” and season 2 of “Lopez vs. Lopez.” Last year’s #1 in total viewers new unscripted series “Password,” starring Jimmy Fallon and hosted by Keke Palmer, will be back with another round of the iconic game show. NBC will also debut an epic 10-part tentpole event series “The Americas,” narrated by actor, producer and writer Tom Hanks with music by two-time Oscar winner Hans Zimmer. In addition, the third and fourth seasons of hospital drama “Transplant” will return to the network.

NBC has more shows in the top 20 than any other network in the key 18-49 demographic and is home to the #1 unscripted program “The Voice,” the #1 broadcast drama with “Chicago P.D.,” the #1 entertainment program with “Saturday Night Live,” and the #1 new comedy of the 2022-23 season with “Night Court.” Late-night staples “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers” are both #1 in their time periods in the demo.

As part of NBC’s rolling development cycle, the following projects have been picked-up to pilot with decisions yet to be made on series greenlights: comedies “Non-Evil Twin” and “St. Denis Medical,” and dramas “Wolf” and the untitled pilot from Jenna Bans and Bill Krebs. With NBC’s 52-week scheduling strategy, these pilots – if picked up to series – could be possibilities for later in the 2023-24 season or could roll over to the 2024-25 season.

Decisions are yet to be made on “American Auto,” “Grand Crew” and “Young Rock.”

The 2023 fall schedule will follow another huge summer on NBC, where the network has ranked #1 in total viewers for eight years running. Season 18 of “America’s Got Talent” kicks things off in May, along with the debut of “Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge,” the car makeover competition show based on one of the world’s most popular toys. In June, elite athletes are back to compete in season 15 of “American Ninja Warrior” and “LA Fire & Rescue” arrives to follow the real-life heroes of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.


NBC FALL 2023-24 SCHEDULE 

(New programs in UPPER CASE; all times ET/PT)

MONDAY
8-10 P.M. — The Voice
10-11 P.M. — THE IRRATIONAL
 
TUESDAY
8-8:30 P.M. — Night Court
8:30-9 P.M. — EXTENDED FAMILY
9-10 P.M. — The Voice
10-11 P.M. — Quantum Leap
 
WEDNESDAY
8-9 P.M. — Chicago Med
9-10 P.M. — Chicago Fire
10-11 P.M. — Chicago P.D.
 
THURSDAY
8-9 P.M. — Law & Order
9-10 P.M. — Law & Order: SVU
10-11 P.M. — FOUND
 
FRIDAY
8-9 P.M. – The Wall
9-11 P.M — Dateline NBC
 
SATURDAY
7-7:30 P.M. — BIG TEN COUNTDOWN/ Notre Dame Pregame (also live on Peacock)
7:30-11 P.M. — BIG TEN SATURDAY NIGHT / Notre Dame Football (also live on Peacock)
 
SUNDAY
7-8:20 P.M. — Football Night in America (also live on Peacock)
8:20-11 P.M. — NBC Sunday Night Football (also live on Peacock)

 


NEW COMEDY SERIES

“EXTENDED FAMILY”

Jim and Julia, after an amicable divorce, decide to continue to raise their kids at the family home while taking turns on who gets to stay with them. Navigating the waters of divorce and child-sharing gets more complicated for Jim when Trey, the owner of his favorite sports team, enters the picture and wins Julia’s heart.

The cast includes Jon Cryer, Donald Faison, Abigail Spencer, Sofia Capanna and Finn Sweeney.

Mike O’Malley will write and executive produce. Tom Werner, Wyc Grousbeck, Emilia Fazzalari and George Geyer also executive produce.

Lionsgate will produce in association with Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.


NEW DRAMA SERIES

“FOUND”

In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of color that the country seems to forget about. A public relations specialist, who was once herself one of those forgotten ones, and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own.

The cast includes Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi.

Nkechi Okoro Carroll will write and executive produce. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Sonay Hoffman, Lindsay Dunn and Leigh Redman also executive produce.

Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions produces in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

“THE IRRATIONAL”

Based on the bestselling author Dan Ariely’s “Predictably Irrational,” Alec Mercer is a world-renowned leader in behavioral science who lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations with his unique and unexpected approach to understanding human behavior.

 The cast includes Jesse L. Martin, Maahra Hill, Travina Springer, Molly Kunz and Arash DeMaxi.

 Arika Lisanne Mittman will write and executive produce. Mark Goffman, Samuel Baum and David Frankel also executive produce.

 Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, will produce.


NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES

“THE AMERICAS”

From BBC Studios Natural History Unit, the creators of the critically acclaimed and multi-Emmy Award-winning “Planet Earth” and “Blue Planet,” in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, comes the epic 10-part tentpole event series “The Americas.”

 Marking the first time acclaimed actor, producer and writer Tom Hanks will narrate an unscripted entertainment series, “The Americas” will also feature music by two-time Oscar winner Hans Zimmer. This incomparable project will employ revolutionary filmmaking technology that will showcase the wonders, secrets and fragilities of the Americas – Earth’s largest landmass and the only one to stretch between both poles – and reveal extraordinary, untold wildlife stories that deeply connect with millions around the world.


 “The Americas” is executive produced by renowned Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning wildlife producer Mike Gunton (“Life,” “Planet Earth II,” and “Dynasties”) for BBC Studios Natural History Unit, the world’s largest production unit dedicated to wildlife filmmaking, in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group.

“UNTITLED AMERICA’S GOT TALENT SERIES”   

Building off the success of “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” and “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” comes the next special edition of the world’s most successful TV franchise. Last year, “All-Stars” was the #1 new alternative series of the season in both the 18-49 demo and total viewers

The new series will be co-produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment. Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly and Jason Raff are the executive producers. 


"DEAL OR NO DEAL ISLAND”

The iconic game of “Deal or No Deal” is back and unlike anything you have ever seen before! This new format transports audiences to the Banker’s private island where he makes the rules and there are twists behind every palm tree. Hidden on the island are over 100 cases with millions of dollars split between them, which teams must retrieve so that they can play a game of Deal or No Deal against the Banker. Only one team will survive until the very last episode, where they’ll compete to beat the Banker for the biggest prize in “Deal or No Deal” history.

“Deal or No Deal” first launched in the Netherlands in 2002 and has been commissioned in more than 80 territories worldwide with more than 350 productions. 

“Deal or No Deal Island” is produced by Endemol Shine North America and is based on the Banijay format, “Deal or No Deal.” Sharon Levy, DJ Nurre and Howie Mandel will serve as executive producers.


Monday, April 10, 2023

NBC RENEWS WOLF ENTERTAINMENT DRAMAS FOR 2023-24 SEASON

NBC Press Release | April 10, 2023


Fan Favorites “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.,” 
"Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU” 
and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” 
Are Back as Beloved Characters Return 
and New Storylines Unfold 


UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – April 10, 2023 – Continuing its association with one of the most prolific producers in television history, NBC has renewed all six of its Dick Wolf-produced scripted series – “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.,” “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” – for the 2023-24 season.

 All of the shows, which are produced by Universal Television in association with Wolf Entertainment, stream next day on Peacock.

 “We understand the emotional connection our audience has with these characters and we can’t wait to bring more of their stories to the forefront next season,” said Lisa Katz, President, Scripted Programming, NBCUniversal and Streaming. “A huge thank you to Dick and his amazing team who are the masters of producing incredibly compelling television week after week.”

 “I’m pleased to continue my four-decade relationship with Universal Television and NBC,” said executive producer Dick Wolf. “All six shows being picked up again is the ultimate accolade to our incredible casts, producers and writers. I'd also like to thank our loyal fans who have kept our NBC shows on the air for what will be a cumulative 84 seasons.”

 

•    All three Chicago series rank among the top 10 in both the 18-49 demo and total viewers (L+7).

•    “Chicago P.D.” is tied for the #1 broadcast drama in the demo for the current season (L+7).

•    On #OneChicago Wednesdays, NBC is the #1 network in entertainment programming in the demo and total viewers (L+7).

•    “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago P.D.” have reached more than 50 million viewers across NBC and Peacock this season.

•    “Law & Order: SVU” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” rank among broadcast’s top 10 dramas in the 18-49 demo for the 2022-23 season (L+7).

•    “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” have reached nearly 50 million viewers across NBC and Peacock this season.


Monday, November 7, 2022

NBC DELIVERS THE GOODS FOR MIDSEASON WITH RETURNING FAVORITES, A NEW JUDGE ON THE COMEDY CASE AND DRAMAS THAT INSPIRE AND CHARM



NBC Press Release
breaking news | November 7, 2022


Highly Competitive “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” Arrives Right After the Holidays

Updated “Night Court” Brings Judge Melissa Rauch Behind the Bench to Spar with John Larroquette

Network Says Aloha to “Magnum, P.I.” on Same Night It Launches New Shanola Hampton Drama “Found”

All Series Stream Next Day on Peacock

MONDAYS – “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” Shines the Spotlight on the World’s Best Acts; New Season of “The Voice” Starts Up Again March 6 with First-Time Coaches Chance the Rapper and Niall Horan Joining Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton

TUESDAYS – All-New Comedy “Night Court” Bangs the Gavel on Jan. 17 While “New Amsterdam” Closes Its Doors with Two-Hour Series Finale; “American Auto” Pumps the Gas Jan. 24 with Season 2 Premiere; “That’s My Jam” Turns the Beat Around on March 7 in Season 2 Return

WEDNESDAYS – The Windy City Continues to Own Wednesdays with the Unrivaled Triple-Header of “Chicago Med,” Followed by “Chicago Fire” and Concluding with “Chicago P.D.” 

THURSDAYS: “Law & Order,” “Law & Order” SVU” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” Deliver Night’s Top Dramas

SUNDAYS:  Aloha From Hawaii as “Magnum P.I.” Makes Network Debut on Feb. 19; Series Premiere of Shanola Hampton-Starrer “Found” Launches That Same Night; Red Reddington and “The Blacklist” Return Feb. 26



UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — Nov. 7, 2022 — Following another Premiere Week win and a top-rated fall, NBC heads into 2023 with the launch of an all-new “Night Court,” the debuts of dramas “Found” and “Magnum P.I.” and an offshoot of one of the biggest unscripted brands in the world with “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars.”

NBC heads into midseason as the #1 network in both total viewers and 18-49 demo in overall programming as well as being #1 in the demo in entertainment-only programming.  

“Saturday Night Live” continues its reign as the #1 entertainment program in the demo (live + 3). In live +7 viewing in the demo, NBC has the top three shows – “Chicago P.D.,” “Saturday Night Live” and “Chicago Fire.” “Quantum Leap,” which was recently given a full-series order, ranks #3 in new shows this season in the demo L+7.

In total viewers, the current season of “The Voice” – with coaches Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, John Legend and Camila Cabello – ranks #1 for unscripted programming.

"Following another winning fall, we’re looking forward to a great January and beyond with a strong schedule that delivers on the return of many favorites coupled with fantastic new premieres,” said Frances Berwick, Chairman, Entertainment Networks, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We continue to program with an eye toward a year-round schedule, constantly providing our audiences with new reasons to tune in and engage either live on NBC or stream next day on Peacock.”  

“We can’t wait to share these terrific new series with our audience,” said Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “‘Found,’ from Greg Berlanti and Nkechi Okoro Carroll, is a stellar addition to our drama lineup while ‘Magnum, P.I.’ comes to us with a passionate fanbase already in place that we intend to nourish. On the comedy side, having John Larroquette and Melissa Rauch co-star in an updated ‘Night Court’ is a dream come true, and our critically acclaimed comedy ‘American Auto’ is back with its hilarious and ironic look at corporate America. Add “AGT: All-Stars” to that mix and it’s a great start to the new year.”

Launching right out of the holiday season, “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” premieres Monday, Jan. 2. This new series serves as an extension of the powerhouse hit franchise, featuring winners, fan favorites and viral sensations from previous seasons of “America’s Got Talent” and “Got Talent” franchises around the world.

On Tuesday, Jan. 17, court is back in session when “Night Court” debuts. Melissa Rauch plays the late Harry Stone’s daughter and takes the gavel, sparring with new public defender and “Night Court” legend John Larroquette. A week after “Night Court” airs back-to-back episodes, the critically acclaimed Ana Gasteyer-starrer “American Auto” returns to create an hourlong Tuesday comedy block beginning Jan. 24.

Sunday, Feb. 19 will mark the premiere date for the broadcast return of “Magnum, P.I.” and series premiere of “Found,” starring Shanola Hampton and from executive producer Greg Berlanti. “Magnum P.I.,” starring Jay Hernandez as the suave title character, will be beginning its fifth season. A week later on Feb. 26 will be the Season 10 premiere of “The Blacklist,” the ultra-compelling drama starring Emmy Award winner James Spader as Red Reddington.

The Voice” returns March 6 with new coaches Chance the Rapper and Niall Horan alongside Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton. A day later, first-year hit “That’s My Jam,” with host Jimmy Fallon, returns for more games, performances and musical impressions, expanding to 10 episodes in season two.

In addition to their curated linear timeslots, all shows will be available to stream on Peacock.  

Previously announced shows that have been ordered to series but not yet dated include “Grand Crew,” “The Wheel” and “L.A. Fire and Rescue.”


NBC MIDSEASON 2022-23 SCHEDULE 
(New programs in UPPER CASE; all times ET/PT)  

MONDAY, JAN. 2
8 p.m. — “AMERICA’S GOT TALENT: ALL-STARS” (Series premiere)
10 p.m. – “Quantum Leap” (Return from hiatus)

TUESDAY, JAN. 3
8 p.m. – “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” (Encore)
10 p.m. – “New Amsterdam” (Return from hiatus)

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 4
8 p.m. — “Chicago Med” (Return from hiatus)
9 p.m. — “Chicago Fire” (Return from hiatus)
10 p.m. — “Chicago P.D.” (Return from hiatus)

THURSDAY, JAN. 5
8 p.m.  — “Law & Order” (Return from hiatus)
9 p.m.  — “Law & Order: SVU” (Return from hiatus)
10 p.m. — “Law & Order: Organized Crime” (Return from hiatus)

FRIDAY, JAN. 6
8 p.m. — “Lopez vs. Lopez” (Return from hiatus)
8:30 p.m. – “Young Rock” (Return from hiatus)
9 p.m. – “Dateline NBC” (Return from hiatus)

TUESDAY, JAN. 17
8 and 8:30 p.m. – “NIGHT COURT” (Series premiere; back-to-back episodes one night only)
9 p.m. – “New Amsterdam” (Two-hour series finale)

TUESDAY, JAN. 24
8:30 p.m. – “American Auto” (Season premiere)

TUESDAY, JAN. 31
9 and 10 p.m. – “La Brea” (Return from hiatus; back-to-back episodes one night only)

SUNDAY, FEB. 19
9 p.m. – “MAGNUM P.I.” (Season premiere)
10 p.m. – “FOUND” (Series premiere)

SUNDAY, FEB. 26
8 p.m. – “The Blacklist” (Season premiere)

MONDAY, MARCH 6
8 p.m. – “The Voice (Season premiere)

TUESDAY, MARCH 7
9 p.m. – “The Voice”
10 p.m. – “That’s My Jam” (Season premiere)


NEW COMEDY SERIES

NIGHT COURT

Unapologetic optimist judge Abby Stone, the daughter of the late Harry Stone, follows in her father’s footsteps as she presides over the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court and tries to bring order to its crew of oddballs and cynics, most notably former night court prosecutor Dan Fielding.

The cast includes Melissa Rauch, John Larroquette, India de Beaufort, Kapil Talwalkar and Lacretta.

Dan Rubin, Melissa Rauch and Winston Rauch executive produce. John Larroquette produces.

Warner Bros. Television produces in association with After January Productions and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.


NEW DRAMA SERIES

MAGNUM P.I.

“Magnum P.I.” is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy SEAL who, upon returning home from Afghanistan, repurposes his military skills to become a private investigator. A charming rogue, an American hero and a die-hard Detroit Tigers fan, Magnum lives in a guest cottage on Robin’s Nest, the luxurious estate where he works as a security consultant to supplement his P.I. business. The “majordomo” of the property is Juliet Higgins, a beautiful and commanding disavowed MI:6 agent whose second job is to keep Magnum in line, with the help of her two Dobermans. When Magnum needs back up on a job, he turns to his trusted buddies and fellow POW survivors Theodore ‘TC’ Calvin, a former Marine chopper pilot who runs Island Hoppers, a helicopter tour business, and Orville “Rick” Wright, a former Marine door-gunner-turned-impresario of Oahu’s coolest nightclub and the most connected man on the island. With keys to a vintage Ferrari in one hand, aviator sunglasses in the other, and an Old Düsseldorf longneck chilling in the fridge, Thomas Magnum is back on the case!

The cast includes Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill, Amy Hill, and Tim Kang.

Eric Guggenheim Barbie Kligman, John Davis, Justin Lin, John Fox, David Wolkove and Gene Hong executive produce.

CBS Studios produces in association with Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.


FOUND

In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of color that the country seems to forget about. Public relations specialist Gabi Mosely (series star and producer Shanola Hampton) — who was once herself one of those forgotten ones — and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own.

The cast includes Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi.

Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Sonay Hoffman, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman and Lindsay Dunn executive produce.

Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions produces in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.


NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES

AMERICA’S GOT TALENT: ALL-STARS

“America’s Got Talent: All-Stars,” a new extension of the powerhouse hit series featuring winners, finalists, fan favorites and viral sensations from previous seasons of “America’s Got Talent” and “Got Talent” franchises around the world. The contestants will take the stage once again, but this time to compete for the ultimate All-Star title.

“Got Talent” creator and executive producer Simon Cowell will judge alongside global fashion icon Heidi Klum and renowned comedian Howie Mandel. “America’s Got Talent” host Terry Crews will serve as host.

With more than 70 local versions of “Got Talent” produced across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas, “AGT: All-Stars” brings together the most beloved and memorable contestants from across the globe for one of the toughest competitions yet. The best of the best will return to the stage to showcase their talent in hopes of being crowned the first-ever winner of “AGT: All-Stars.”

The “Got Talent” format has had more than a billion global viewers since it began airing in 2006 in America and has aired in 194 territories worldwide. “Got Talent” holds the Guinness World Records title as the Most Successful Reality Television Format.

Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly and Jason Raff are the executive producers.

Fremantle and Syco Entertainment produce.



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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

NBC Announces Fall Premiere Dates 2022-2034 Season

 


NBC Announces Fall Premiere Dates 

NBC Press Release

NBC will begin its 2022-23 season with the #1 program for 11 consecutive years, "Sunday Night Football," on Thursday, Sept. 8. On the heels of the NFL kickoff, season two of "Capital One College Bowl," hosted by Peyton Manning, will debut the following night with back-to-back episodes.

Scripted programming will launch the week of Sept. 19 and will include the premiere of the reimagined "Quantum Leap," starring Raymond Lee.

On Nov. 4, family comedies join the lineup with the premiere of "Lopez vs. Lopez," starring and executive produced by George Lopez, followed by the third season of "Young Rock," starring and executive produced by Dwayne Johnson.

NBC has more shows in the top 20 than any other network in the key 18-49 demo and finished the 2021-22 season #1 in the demo for the eighth time in nine seasons.

NBC's fall slate rolls out as follows:

Thursday, Sept. 8
8:15-11:30 p.m. - Sunday Night Football: NFL Kickoff Game (Buffalo Bills vs. Los Angeles Rams)

Friday, Sept. 9
8-10 p.m. - Capital One College Bowl (Back-to-back episodes this night only)

Sunday, Sept. 11
8:15-11:30 p.m. - Sunday Night Football (Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys)

Friday, Sept. 16
9-11 p.m. - Dateline NBC

Monday, Sept. 19
8 p.m. - The Voice
10 p.m. - Quantum Leap

Tuesday, Sept. 20
8 p.m. - The Voice
10 p.m. - New Amsterdam

Wednesday, Sept. 21
8 p.m. - Chicago Med
9 p.m. - Chicago Fire
10 p.m. - Chicago P.D.

Thursday, Sept. 22
8 p.m. - Law & Order
9 p.m. - Law & Order: SVU
10 p.m. - Law & Order: Organized Crime

Saturday, Sept. 23
9 p.m. - Dateline Weekend Mystery
10 p.m. - SNL Vintage

Tuesday, Sept. 27
9 p.m. - La Brea

Friday, Nov. 4
8 p.m. - Lopez vs. Lopez 


NEW SERIES

"QUANTUM LEAP"

It's been nearly 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now, a new team, led by physicist Ben Song (Raymond Lee), has been assembled to restart the project in hope of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.

Everything changes, however, when Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, leaving the team behind to solve the mystery of why he did it. At Ben's side throughout his leaps is Addison (Caitlin Bassett), who appears in the form of a hologram only Ben can see and hear. She's a decorated Army veteran who brings level-headed precision to her job.

At the helm of the highly confidential operation is Herbert "Magic" Williams (Ernie Hudson), a no-nonsense career military man who has to answer to his bosses who won't be happy once they learn about the breach of protocol. The rest of the team at headquarters includes Ian Wright (Mason Alexander Park), who runs the Artificial Intelligence unit "Ziggy," and Jenn Chou (Nanrisa Lee), who heads up digital security for the project.

As Ben leaps from life to life, putting right what once went wrong, it becomes clear that he and the team are on a thrilling journey. However, Addison, Magic, Ian and Jenn know that if they are going to solve the mystery of Ben's leap and bring him home, they must act fast or lose him forever.

Steven Lilien and Bryan Wynbrandt will write and executive produce. Don Bellisario, Deborah Pratt and Martin Gero executive produce.

Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, will produce in association with I Have an Idea! Entertainment, Belisarius Productions and Quinn's House Productions.


LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ

A working-class family comedy about dysfunction, reconnection and all the pain and joy in between.

The cast includes George Lopez, Mayan Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Brice Gonzalez, Matt Shively, Laci Mosley (recurring) and Kiran Deol (recurring).

Debby Wolfe (showrunner) will write and executive produce. Bruce Helford is a supervising executive producer. Katie Newman, Michael Rotenberg and George Lopez executive produce. Mayan Lopez will produce.

Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, will produce in association with Mohawk Productions, Travieso Productions, Mi Vida Loba and 3 Arts.


Tuesday, May 17, 2022

NBCUniversal Upfront & Press Junket Photos 2022

Here are photos from the NBCUniversal Upfront and the New Season Press Junket held in New York City on Monday, May 16, 2022. 

The photos feature Sam Waterston, Mariska Hargitay, and Chris Meloni.  (Some photos include S. Epatha Merkerson, Taylor Kinney,  Jason Beghe, and George Lopez.) 











NBCUniversal Upfront Event
Photo by: Charles Sykes/NBCUniversal



NBC Entertainment's 2022/23 New Season Press Junket 
Photos by: Cindy Ord/NBCUniversal













Monday, May 16, 2022

NBC BUILDS ON STRONG FALL SCHEDULE WITH THE ADDITION OF NEW SERIES ‘QUANTUM LEAP’ AND ‘LOPEZ VS LOPEZ’ TO ITS WINNING LINEUP




NBC Press Release
breaking news | May 16, 2022


NBC Wins September-to-May Season in Key 18-49 Demo 

#1 Unscripted Show “The Voice” Returns as Superstars Camila Cabello and Gwen Stefani Join John Legend and Blake Shelton as Coaches Alongside Host Carson Daly for Cycle 22 


Legendary Dolly Parton Returns to the Network with All-New Original Holiday Movie “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” 
 “Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party” Returns to Ring in 2023 
All NBC Fall Shows to Stream Next-Day Exclusively on Peacock 


NEW YORK — May 16, 2022 — On the heels of another season as #1 in the key 18-49 demo, the network announces a fall schedule featuring dominant fan-favorites, new original series and tentpole event programming. All network shows will stream next-day, exclusively on Peacock. 

MONDAY: The most-watched television show of the decade, “The Voice” returns to anchor the night for its 22nd cycle, welcoming multi-platinum global recording artist Camila Cabello and the return of global superstar Gwen Stefani, alongside John Legend, Blake Shelton and host Carson Daly at 8 p.m. All new reimagined sci-fi drama “Quantum Leap,” starring Raymond Lee, launches at 10 p.m. 

TUESDAY: The melody continues as “The Voice” cues up the return of the season’s #1 new drama “La Brea” at 9 p.m. followed by the highly anticipated final season of fan-favorite “New Amsterdam” at 10 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY: Television’s highest-rated night of drama returns with the One Chicago lineup kicking off at 8 p.m. with “Chicago Med,” continuing with “Chicago Fire” and concluding with timeslot winner “Chicago P.D.” at 10 p.m. 

THURSDAY: Dick Wolf’s iconic brand owns the night with the flagship “Law & Order” kicking off Season 22 at 8 p.m. followed by the record-extending 24th season of “Law & Order: SVU.” The night concludes with the third season of “Law & Order: Organized Crime” at 10 p.m. 

FRIDAY: Peyton Manning quarterbacks Friday nights with the return of 8 p.m. game show “Capital One College Bowl,” timed perfectly to football season, and leading into Friday’s #1 newsmagazine, “Dateline NBC.” In November, the laughs begin with George Lopez’s family comedy “Lopez vs. Lopez” at 8 p.m., teeing up the third season of Dwayne Johnson bio-series “Young Rock” at 8:30 p.m. 

SUNDAY: #1 primetime television show for a record 11 consecutive years, “NBC Sunday Night Football” will broadcast 20 regular-season games throughout the NFL season. 

“While leaning into our strong, stable schedule in the fall, we’re also rethinking legacy launch timing to give our shows the best chance for success,” said Frances Berwick, Chairman, Entertainment Networks, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “With the huge reach that our affiliate partner stations provide, coupled with exclusive next-day availability on Peacock, our NBC shows will truly be accessible to audiences in any way that they want to watch.” 

“We’re continuing to invest in content for NBC that not only has the huge broad appeal that defines the platform, but also the ability to continue to find fans across our platforms following its broadcast debut; a strategy we’ve already seen a lot of success with this season,” said Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We're very excited by the new additions to our lineup, which we believe will super-serve our linear audience. In addition, we will continue to develop and order pilots, all of which will help strengthen a robust year-round season.” 

In 2021, NBC’s holiday programming reached more than 94 million viewers on the strength of an unrivaled lineup featuring dynamic live event specials and returning classics. The festivities continue this season as country music icon Dolly Parton headlines the film “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas.” NBC’s New Year’s Eve celebration is also back as Miley Cyrus continues the newest holiday tradition with the return of “Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party,” joining annual favorites “Christmas in Rockefeller Center,” “The National Dog Show” and “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,” which stood as the #1 entertainment program of 2021 in the key 18-49 demo.  

The drama continues midseason as James Spader and “The Blacklist” return for the 10th season of the beloved stalwart series, along with second seasons for a pair of comedy hits, “American Auto” and “Grand Crew,” which reached more than 24 million and 17 million viewers, respectively, across U.S. viewing platforms this year. Also joining the lineup is the debut of “Night Court,” a sequel to the beloved legal sitcom with John Larroquette reprising his role as D.A. Dan Fielding and starring Melissa Rauch as Judge Abby Stone. 

The world of unscripted competition is red hot for midseason and summer with a pair of competition imports: new game show “The Wheel,” hosted by comedian Michael McIntyre and based on a smash hit UK format, features contestants aiming to win big with the help of celebrity guests playing on a giant spinning wheel, and Dutch format "Million Dollar Island,” which will feature 100 contestants who attempt to forge friendships and build alliances as they plot to stay on a remote desert island for up to 50 days and compete to win their share of the ultimate $1 million prize.  

Returning competition favorites are also on the menu as Jimmy Fallon hosts celebrities for more musical fun and games in the second season of “That’s My Jam,” and viewer favorite “The Wall” returns to the party. Dick Wolf also enters the unscripted space with the docuseries “LA Fire and Rescue,” which follows the real-life heroes of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.  

The fall schedule is preceded by an action-packed summer on NBC, where the network has ranked #1 in the key demo for nine consecutive years and #1 in total viewers for six years running. Season 17 of “America’s Got Talent” kicks things off in May along with new social media-inspired dance challenge “Dancing with Myself,” featuring Shakira, Nick Jonas and Liza Koshy. “American Ninja Warrior” is back to thrill fans in June for season 14 and in July an all-new season of “Who Do You Think You Are?” debuts with Allison Janney, Zachary Levi, Nick Offerman, Billy Porter, Zachary Quinto and Bradley Whitford. August sees the arrival of iconic game show “Password,” from Jimmy Fallon and hosted by Emmy Award-winning actress Keke Palmer, who will be joined by Fallon and a celebrity cast. 

 NBC has more shows in the top 20 than any other network in the key 18-49 demographic and finished the season #1 in the demo for the eighth time in nine seasons. The network is home to the #1 unscripted program “The Voice,” the #1 drama with “This Is Us,” and the #1 comedy with “Saturday Night Live.” “This Is Us” and “Saturday Night Live” are the #1 and #2 entertainment programs on broadcast in the demo. Additional late-night hits “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers” are both #1 in their time periods in the demo.  


As part of NBC’s rolling pilot process, the following projects have been picked up to pilot with decisions yet to be made on series greenlights: “Blank Slate,” “Found,” “Irrational,” “Unbroken” and an untitled drama from Mike Daniels. With NBC’s 52-week scheduling strategy, these pilots – if picked up to series – could be possibilities for later in the 2022-23 season or could roll over to the 2023-24 season. 


NBC FALL 2022-23 SCHEDULE   
(New programs in UPPER CASE; all times ET/PT) 


MONDAY 

8-10 P.M. — The Voice 
10-11 P.M. — QUANTUM LEAP 


TUESDAY 

8-9 P.M. — The Voice 
9-10 P.M. — La Brea 
10-11 P.M. — New Amsterdam 


WEDNESDAY 

8-9 P.M. — Chicago Med 
9-10 P.M. — Chicago Fire 
10-11 P.M. — Chicago P.D. 


THURSDAY 

8-9 P.M. — Law & Order 
9-10 P.M. — Law & Order: SVU  
10-11 P.M. — Law & Order: Organized Crime 


FRIDAY 

8-9 P.M. – Capital One College Bowl  
8-8:30 P.M. - LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ (November) 
8:30-9 P.M. - Young Rock (November) 
9-11 P.M — Dateline NBC 


SATURDAY 

8-9 P.M. — Drama Encores 
9-10 P.M. — Dateline Weekend Mystery 
10-11 P.M. – SNL Vintage  


SUNDAY 
7-8:20 P.M. — Football Night in America (also live on Peacock)  
8:20-11 P.M. — NBC Sunday Night Football (also live on Peacock) 



NEW COMEDY SERIES 

“LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ” 

A working-class family comedy about dysfunction, reconnection and all the pain and joy in between. 

The cast includes George Lopez, Mayan Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Brice Gonzalez and Matt Shively. 

Debby Wolfe and Bruce Helford will write and executive produce. Katie Newman, Michael Rotenberg, George Lopez and Mayan Lopez executive produce. 

Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, will produce in association with Mohawk Productions, Travieso Productions, Mi Vida Loba and 3 Arts. 


“NIGHT COURT” 

Unapologetic optimist judge Abby Stone, the daughter of the late Harry Stone, follows in her father’s footsteps as she presides over the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court and tries to bring order to its crew of oddballs and cynics, most notably former night court prosecutor Dan Fielding. 

The cast includes Melissa Rauch, John Larroquette, India de Beaufort, Kapil Talwalkar and Lacretta. 

Dan Rubin will write and executive produce. Melissa Rauch and Winston Rauch also executive produce. John Larroquette will produce. 

Warner Bros. Television will produce in association with After January Productions and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. 


NEW DRAMA SERIES 

“QUANTUM LEAP” 

It’s been 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now a new team has been assembled to restart the project in the hopes of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it. 

The cast includes Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee. 

Steven Lilien and Bryan Wynbrandt will write and executive produce. Don Bellisario, Deborah Pratt and Martin Gero executive produce.  

Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, will produce in association with I Have an Idea! Entertainment, Belisarius Productions and Quinn’s House Productions.  


NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES 

"MILLION DOLLAR ISLAND” 

A high-stakes social experiment in which 100 contestants must forge friendships and build alliances as they plot to stay on a remote desert island for up to 50 days and compete to win their share of the ultimate $1 million prize. Upon arrival each contestant is given a bracelet worth $10,000. During their time on the island, contestants gain and lose bracelets through various challenges, but when a player leaves the island, they must choose who will receive their portion of the money. In this intense competition, the strength of your personal bonds are just as important as being the ultimate player. 

Stephen Lambert, Tim Harcourt and Jack Burgess and Talpa’s John de Mol will executive produce.  

Studio Lambert will produce.  


NEW HOLIDAY SPECIALS 

“DOLLY PARTON’S MOUNTAIN MAGIC CHRISTMAS” 

A modern-day movie musical about the making of a network TV special, “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” is the frenetic backstage story and delightful on-camera results of Dolly’s desire to uplift an exhausted world’s spirits by sharing the unique “mountain magic” she has always found in and around Dollywood at Christmas. Throughout the movie’s production numbers and rehearsal chaos, Dolly finds herself taking a private journey into her past, guided by the mysterious appearances of her personal Three Wise Men. When it’s time for her big special to air live, a renewed and inspired Dolly goes rogue and shows the world that the real magic of Christmas lies in the hearts of the children we all once were, the realization that Christmas is about the people we share it with, and how her faith remains the common thread between Christmases past, present, and future. 

David Rambo will write and executive produce with Sam Haskell and Dolly Parton. Billy Levin and Bobby Kelly will produce. Hudson Hickman will co-executive produce. 

Warner Bros. Television will produce in association with Magnolia Hill Productions and Sandollar Productions.  





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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

NBC Renews Law & Order And Law & Order Organized Crime (NBC Press Release)

 NBC Press Release


MEDIA ALERT: LAW & ORDER FRANCHISE
breaking news | May 10, 2022


•    NBC has renewed “Law & Order” for a 22nd season and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” for a third season.

•    “The iconic ‘Law & Order’ brand has long been synonymous with NBC and we couldn’t be more excited to bring back all three of these dramas for the 2022-23 season,” said Lisa Katz, President, Scripted Programming, NBCU Entertainment and Streaming. “It’s a testament to the brilliance of Dick Wolf’s storytelling that audiences remain compelled by these unforgettable characters week after week, year after year.”

•    “Dreams do come true,” said executive producer Dick Wolf. “The renewals of the entire Wednesday and Thursday night lineups is the ultimate verification of our partnership with NBC and Universal Television. I personally want to thank the talented writers and casts, the producers who keep the trains running on time and the crews who tirelessly turn out outstanding shows despite a degree of difficulty never before experienced due to the pandemic.”

•    NBC previously renewed “Law & Order: SVU” for what will be its 24th season, extending its record as the longest-running primetime live-action series of all time.

•    Since “Law & Order” returned in February 2022, NBC has ranked #1 on Thursday nights in the 18-49 demo with its all “Law & Order” franchise lineup.

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LAW & ORDER

•    Sam Waterston, Anthony Anderson, Jeffrey Donovan, Camryn Manheim, Hugh Dancy and Odelya Halevi star.

•    Dick Wolf is creator and executive producer. Rick Eid, Arthur Forney and Peter Jankowski are executive producers.

•    “Law & Order” is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

•    Based on linear and digital viewing, the revival premiere of “Law & Order” that aired on Feb. 24, 2022 has averaged nearly 13 million total viewers.


LAW & ORDER: ORGANIZED CRIME

•    Christopher Meloni, Danielle Moné Truitt, Ainsley Seiger and Nona Parker Johnson star.

•    Dick Wolf, Barry O’Brien, Terry Miller, John Polson, Arthur Forney, and Peter Jankowski.

•    “Law & Order: Organized Crime” is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

•    “Law & Order: Organized Crime” is #1 in its 10 p.m. Thursday timeslot in the 18-49 demo and all key adult demos. 


Friday, May 14, 2021

NBC Fall 2021 Schedule Press Release - Law & Order Thursdays!





 NBC Press Release

Fall Brings Three New Dramas to NBC’s Schedule  

Plus Second Season Pick-Up of “Law & Order: Organized Crime” 

 

Two New Comedies Join Three Sophomore Successes to  Deliver Some Serious Funny to Midseason  

New Larger-Than-Life Competition Shows Go for the Win in a Year with Two Olympics and a Super Bowl  

“Brooklyn Nine-Nine" Celebrates Final Season with Summer Olympic Fanfare  

 “This Is Us” Comes to an End with Its Sixth and Final Season,  Giving Fans an Uninterrupted Midseason Run  

MONDAY: Multi-Platinum Global Recording Artist Ariana Grande Joins Iconic Coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Blake Shelton and Host Carson Daly on Four-Time Emmy Award-Winning “The Voice,” Followed by the Debut of New What-If Drama “Ordinary Joe” at 10 P.M. 

TUESDAY: Tuesday’s Momentum Rides High with “The Voice” Setting the Table for the Premiere of Thrilling Genre Drama “La Brea” and Concluding with Timeslot Winner “New Amsterdam” at 10 P.M. 

WEDNESDAY: Coming Off of a Third Consecutive Season as Wednesday’s Most Watched Network, NBC and the One Chicago Lineup Continue to Shine, Starting with “Chicago Med” at 8 P.M., Followed by “Chicago Fire” and Concluding with “Chicago P.D.”  

THURSDAY: Dick Wolf Fans Will Be Treated to a Triple Header from Television’s Most Successful Brand as New Franchise Addition “Law & Order: For the Defense” Kicks Off the Night of Drama at 8 P.M, Followed by the Record-Extending 23rd Season of “Law & Order: SVU,” capped off by the Sophomore Season of the Christopher Meloni-led “Law & Order: Organized Crime” at 10 P.M. 

FRIDAY: “The Blacklist” Returns for Its Ninth Season at 8 P.M. Followed by Two Hours of Friday’s #1 Newsmagazine, “Dateline NBC” 

 SUNDAY: #1 Primetime Television Show for a Record 10 Consecutive Years, “NBC Sunday Night Football” Will Broadcast 20 Regular-Season Games Throughout the NFL Season 

HOLIDAY: “Annie Live!” Restores NBC’s Holiday Musical Tradition in Addition to Two New Animated Specials for the Whole Family -- “Trolls Holidays in Harmony” and Jimmy Fallon’s “Five More Sleeps ‘Til Christmas” --as Both Join Perennial Holiday Favorites “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,” “The National Dog Show” and “Christmas in Rockefeller Center;” the Cheer Continues with Special Holiday Episodes of “Kenan,” “Young Rock” and “Mr. Mayor”

MIDSEASON/SUMMER: The Momentum Carries Into Midseason with the Premiere of New Comedies “American Auto” and “Grand Crew” Along with Renee Zellweger in the True-Crime Sensation “The Thing About Pam” and Final Season of Beloved Drama “This Is Us”; Big Competition Is a Priority Year Round with New Shows, Including “American Song Contest,” a U.S. Version of the International Megahit Series “Eurovision Song Contest,” Franchise Spinoff “AGT: Extreme,” Hit UK Import “The Wheel,” “That’s My Jam” from Jimmy Fallon and Dick Wolf Docuseries “LA Fire and Rescue” Follows the Action of Real-Life Heroes 


 

NEW YORK — May 14, 2021 — Capitalizing on a year with huge audience drivers, including two Olympics and the Super Bowl, NBC heads into the 2021-22 season with a winning year-round programming strategy that highlights dominant dramas in the fall, doubles down on comedies in midseason and pairs powerhouse unscripted shows with big tentpole event programming.   

“Our program strategy for NBC is singularly focused on driving growth by capturing audiences with can’t-miss event television and keeping them on the network with immersive scripted series,” said Frances Berwick, Chairman, Entertainment Networks, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We are leaning into pieces of the legacy that work, but not being precious about experimenting with things that can benefit from a change.” 

“NBC is the flagship network in our portfolio and we wanted to treat it as such, shining a light on some of our most beloved shows and introducing a broad range of dynamic new programming,” said Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “Honoring our fans is a major focus this year and we’re delivering on favorites with more ‘Law & Order’ and ‘AGT’ as well as big send-offs for award-winning shows ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine.’ We have all of our amazing returning shows, and we’re launching what I believe will be fan favorites of the future – strong dramas like ‘La Brea,’ ‘Ordinary Joe,’ and ‘The Thing About Pam,’ laugh-out-loud comedies ‘American Auto’ and Grand Crew,’ and big new unscripted shows such as ‘American Song Contest.’” 

Three new dramas join the fall schedule, including “Ordinary Joe” – a heartfelt, uplifting series centered around the idea of how choices made in a single moment can alter the course of life forever; “La Brea,” which follows the aftermath of a massive sinkhole that opens in Los Angeles revealing a mysterious primeval land; and “Law & Order: For the Defense,” a new chapter of the beloved brand that puts lawyers under the microscope. With perennial hit “The Voice” returning for its 21st cycle, featuring first-time coach Ariana Grande, the two new dramas will use the music show’s enviable launch pad on Monday and Tuesday nights. 

The success of Wednesday night’s One Chicago lineup -- #1 in total viewers three years running -- will pave the way for the “Law & Order” franchise to dominate on Thursday nights. 

This new night of Dick Wolf dramas brings together the iconic, record-breaking 23rd season of “Law & Order: SVU” with newly minted hit “Law & Order: Organized Crime” and the premiere of “Law & Order: For the Defense,” providing the perfect playground for crossover events. 

 After kicking off with a special post-Olympics send-off for “Brooklyn Nine Nine” this summer, comedy returns to the schedule in midseason. New series “American Auto” and “Grand Crew” will join sophomore successes “Kenan,” “Mr. Mayor” and “Young Rock”for two big nights of funny.From “Superstore” creator Justin Spitzer and starring Ana Gasteyer and Jon Barinholtz, “American Auto” builds on NBC’s legacy as the unrivaled home of the workplace comedy.  “Grand Crew” also builds on NBC catalogue, hailing from “Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s” Phil Augusta Jackson and Dan Goor. Starring Echo Kellum (“Arrow”) and Nicole Byer (“Nailed It!”), “Grand Crew” revolves around a group of friends who unpack the ups and downs of life and love at a wine bar. 

Midseason continues with new true-crime limited series “The Thing About Pam,” from Blumhouse Television, starring Renee Zellweger and inspired by episodes of “Dateline NBC,” where it became one of the most popular topics to ever air on the hit franchise. Other marquee midseason dramas include the sixth and final season of Dan Fogelman’s award-winning series “This Is Us,” which will return to its traditional Tuesday night 9 p.m. timeslot to give fans a largely uninterrupted run. 

Throughout the year, NBC’s scripted series will be supercharged by huge promotional opportunities, including the Tokyo Summer Olympics, Beijing Winter Olympics and Super Bowl LVI as well as NBC’s hit holiday programming and four-quadrant unscripted series. 

 NBC’s holiday programming remains a top-audience driver, and this season’s robust lineup of live events and specials includes a return to the network’s storied tradition of live musicals with seven-time Tony Award winner “Annie Live!” In addition, Jimmy Fallon is set produce the animated special “Five More Sleeps ‘Til Christmas,” based on his best-selling children’s book, and a new animated special, “Trolls Holiday in Harmony,” arrives from DreamWorks Animation.  

Hit comedies “Kenan,” “Mr. Mayor,” and “Young Rock” will also air special holiday episodes.  These special events join perennial favorites that include “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” and “Christmas at Rockefeller Center,” ensuring that audiences stay entertained and engaged all through the holiday season.     

Unscripted series continue the family fun with all new shows and returning favorites that kick-off in January and will populate the schedule throughout midseason and summer. These include “AGT: Extreme,” the high-octane, stunt-filled spinoff of hit franchise “America’s Got Talent,” and for the first time, an adaptation of the biggest music competition in the world, Eurovision Song Contest, with “American Song Contest.” This all-live event series features original musical performances, representing all 50 states, five U.S. territories and our nation’s capital, competing to win the country's vote for the Best Original Song in a grand spectacle.  

New game show “The Wheel,” based on a smash hit UK format, features contestants aiming to win big with the help of celebrity guests playing on a giant, spinning wheel. Jimmy Fallon heads to the primetime schedule as the executive producer and host of “That’s My Jam,” while Dick Wolf enters the unscripted space with the docuseries “LA Fire and Rescue,” following the real-life heroes of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The Emmy Award-winning celebrity genealogy docuseries “Who Do You Think You Are?” returns to NBC from executive producers Lisa Kudrow and Dan Bucatinsky, while “Home Sweet Home” from Ava DuVernay will see two families embark on a life-changing experience, switching homes to see what life is really like behind closed doors. 

NBC will finish the current season with the #1 most-watched alternative program “The Voice,” the #1 comedy with “Saturday Night Live” and the #1 drama with “This Is Us.” The network had two of the most successful comedies of the season in "Young Rock," which scored NBC’s best comedy debut in the 18-49 demo in nearly four years, and “Mr. Mayor,” which premiered as NBC’s best Thursday comedy launch in total viewers in nearly five years.  

Returning shows for the 2021-22 schedule include “The Blacklist,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago Med,” “Chicago P.D.,” “Dateline NBC,” “Kenan,” “Law & Order: Organized Crime,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “Mr. Mayor,” “NBC Sunday Night Football,” “New Amsterdam,” “This Is Us,” “The Voice,” “The Wall,” “Transplant,” “Weakest Link” and “Young Rock.”

Decisions are yet to be made on “Debris,” “Ellen’s Game of Games,” “Good Girls,” “Manifest,” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.” 

As part of NBC’s rolling pilot process this year, the following projects have been picked up to pilot with decisions yet to be made on series greenlights: “Dangerous Moms” “Getaway,” “Hungry,” “Night Court” “Someone Out There” and the Untitled Nick Wootton/Jake Coburn Project. With the NBC’s 52-week scheduling strategy, these pilots could be possibilities for later in the 2021-22 season or could roll over to the 2022-23 season. 

NBC FALL 2021-22 SCHEDULE   

(New programs in UPPER CASE; all times ET/PT) 

MONDAY 

8-10 P.M. — The Voice 

10-11 P.M. — ORDINARY JOE 

TUESDAY 

8-9 P.M. — The Voice 

9-10 P.M. — LA BREA 

10-11 P.M.  — New Amsterdam 

WEDNESDAY 

8-9 P.M. — Chicago Med 

9-10 P.M. — Chicago Fire 

10-11 P.M. — Chicago P.D. 

THURSDAY 

8-9 P.M.  — LAW & ORDER: FOR THE DEFENSE  

9-10 P.M.  — Law & Order: SVU  

10-11 P.M. — Law & Order: Organized Crime 

FRIDAY 

8-9 P.M. – The Blacklist 

9-11 P.M — Dateline NBC 

SATURDAY 

8-9 P.M. — Drama Encores 

9-10 P.M. — Dateline Weekend Mystery 

10-11 P.M. – SNL Vintage  

 SUNDAY 

7-8:20 P.M. — Football Night in America 

8:20-11 P.M. — NBC Sunday Night Football 


Also from the press release: 

“LAW & ORDER: FOR THE DEFENSE” 

In its 30-year history as the most successful brand in television, Law and Order has only ever explored the perspective of its iconic prosecutors … until now. From legendary executive producer Dick Wolf comes “Law & Order: For the Defense,” the newest entry in the beloved franchise that takes an unflinching look inside a criminal defense firm. Every week, the series will put the lawyers – and the criminal justice system – under the microscope like only Law & Order can, delivering hard-hitting, ripped-from-the-headlines stories that provide a new vantage point on justice. 

Carol Mendelsohn will executive produce with Dick Wolf, Arthur Forney, Julie Weitz and Peter Jankowski. 

The series will be produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Wolf Entertainment.  



Thursday, September 26, 2019

OFFICIAL COMPANION ‘THE LAW & ORDER: SVU PODCAST’ SET TO LAUNCH TONIGHT IMMEDIATELY AFTER EAST COAST PREMIERE OF HISTORIC 21 ST SEASON ON NBC



NBC Press Release

OFFICIAL COMPANION ‘THE LAW & ORDER: SVU PODCAST’ SET TO LAUNCH TONIGHT IMMEDIATELY AFTER EAST COAST PREMIERE OF HISTORIC 21 ST SEASON ON NBC

“The Law & Order: SVU Podcast” Premieres “Squadroom” Aftershow with First Guests Mariska Hargitay, Executive Producer Warren Leight and Peter Scanavino

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – Sept. 26, 2019 – In celebration of the upcoming 21st season of “Law & Order: SVU,” NBC and Wolf Entertainment have partnered to give back to the dedicated fans and continue the conversation beyond the broadcast.

“The Law & Order: SVU Podcast” will go behind the scenes of television’s longest-running primetime drama and revisit a deep library of some of television’s most talked about episodes.

“Squadroom,” the weekly aftershow hosted by “SVU” insider Anthony Roman, will feature exclusive interviews with cast, producers, writers, and delve into the inspiration and making of the hit series. The first episode features interviews with Mariska Hargitay, showrunner Warren Leight and Peter Scanavino discussing the cultural impact the series has had over the years and what viewers can expect as it enters the new season.

The first episode of “Squadroom” will be available today at 11 p.m. ET. New episodes will be rolled out on a weekly basis at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT following the East Coast airing of the show.

Subscribe to “The Law & Order: SVU Podcast” wherever you get your podcast: https://apple.co/lawandordersvupod.

NBC and Wolf Entertainment plan on publishing additional podcast content such as “radio show”-style classic episodes of the TV series delivered in an audio-only format and more.

“We are always looking at new and exciting ways to collaborate with the Wolf team and an official podcast felt like the perfect format for a popular and long-running brand like ‘SVU,’” said Rob Hayes, Executive Vice President, Digital, NBC Entertainment. “We are excited to deliver new experiences and expand the discussion for audiences on a platform that allows them to dive in anytime, anywhere.”

Elliot Wolf, Senior Vice President of Digital for Wolf Entertainment, said, “We've seen on social media that ‘SVU’ has a huge fan base, and the fans that engage are smart, curious and crave behind-the-scenes insights. We thought to give these fans more we could produce a podcast that continues the conversation. They can learn more about the creative process, the actors' work and what makes the show tick. We presented the idea to NBC and they embraced it immediately.”

“SVU” was the most-watched series on television in the 2018-19 season across NBC, USA and ION.

“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” is a Wolf Entertainment production in association with Universal Television. Dick Wolf is creator and executive producer. Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Mariska Hargitay, Norberto Barba, Arthur Forney and Peter Jankowski are executive producers.

In addition to “The Law & Order: SVU Podcast,” NBC Entertainment Podcast Network produces “The Good Place: The Podcast,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast” and “American Ninja Warrior Podcast.”

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