ABC presents unscripted strike-proof Fall sked

The Bachelor is getting older and The Conners are back for a sixth season along with Abbott Elementary for a third. When the last two shows finally air new episodes depends on the outcome of the current Writers Guild Strike. However, that didn’t stop Disney-owned ABC from presenting its 2023-2024 fall primetime schedule Tuesday at … Continue reading “ABC presents unscripted strike-proof Fall sked”

The Academy and ABC announce key 96th Oscars date

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and ABC today announced the 96th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 10, 2024.  The show will air live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. General entry categories submission deadline         Governors Awards                                                     Preliminary voting begins 9 a.m. PT                         Preliminary voting ends … Continue reading “The Academy and ABC announce key 96th Oscars date”

Former ABC CEO Tom Murphy remembered

Thomas S. Murphy, who served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Capital Cities/ABC for 30 years and oversaw its merger with The Walt Disney Company, died Wednesday, May 25, at his home in Rye, New York. He was 96. One of the most respected and admired businessmen of his era, Murphy was also named … Continue reading “Former ABC CEO Tom Murphy remembered”

UPFRONTS: ABC unveils 2022-2023 Fall Sked

Craig Erwich, president, Hulu Originals & ABC Entertainment, today unveiled the ABC primetime schedule for the 2022-2023 fall season, featuring a strong, returning slate of established, fan-favorite shows and two new powerhouses scripted series, both anchored by bold and compelling female leads. Additionally, ABC adds a sprinkle of star power to long-running game show staples, … Continue reading “UPFRONTS: ABC unveils 2022-2023 Fall Sked”

6 million tune into Chadwick Boseman tribute on ABC

ABC was Sunday’s highest-rated and most-watched broadcast network thanks to a commercial-free airing of Black Panther and an ABC News tribute to star Chadwick Boseman, who tragically passed away on Friday night  after a 4-year battle with colon cancer. “We are all heartbroken by the tragic loss of Chadwick Boseman—an extraordinary talent, and one of … Continue reading “6 million tune into Chadwick Boseman tribute on ABC”

The New Blank kicks off ABC’s NFL Draft 2020

The Reel 360 team misses sports. Can we say it again? We miss SPORTS. So, thank god for the NFL Draft because it gives us the hope of sports returning. To support the ABC NFL Draft 2020, Seattle-based The New Blank created a branding package that frames the show’s focus on players’ personal stories and what makes … Continue reading “The New Blank kicks off ABC’s NFL Draft 2020”

‘The Middle’ spinoff ordered to pilot at ABC

The popular series portraying a “neither high nor low” class family is getting a Chicago-based spinoff featuring Sue Heck ABC has officially ordered the long-discussed “The Middle” spinoff to pilot. Led by Eden Sher, the untitled comedy will follow the twentysomething adventures of eternal optimist Sue Heck as she leaves the small town of Orson … Continue reading “‘The Middle’ spinoff ordered to pilot at ABC”

Chloé Zhao, Kiku Ohe unleash demons in Diablo IV trailer

Diablo IV, the next installment of the gothic video game series by Blizzard Entertainment, is building momentum and awareness for the game’s global launch on June 6, with this film from 72andSunny. Helmed by Oscar winner Chloé Zhao (Marvel’s Eternals, Nomadland) and co-director Kiku Ohe via production house Superprime, the film centers on in-game, non-playing … Continue reading “Chloé Zhao, Kiku Ohe unleash demons in Diablo IV trailer”

Producer Denys Sokoriev takes Vlad & Niki audience on adventures

Content production and operations manager Denys Sokoriev couldn’t be happier for the success of the preschool YouTube series he works on, Vlad & Niki. The immensely popular live-action show just celebrated its fifth anniversary and has 96+ million viewers on their English channel. “Since I joined the company in 2020, the Vlad & Niki brand … Continue reading “Producer Denys Sokoriev takes Vlad & Niki audience on adventures”

The CW announces Fall Sked. No mention of Superman and Lois

The CW Network will launch its seven-night 2023-24 primetime schedule in the Fall of 2023 with a strategic mix of new and returning original scripted series and new alternative programming, it was announced today by Brad Schwartz, President of Entertainment. “This fall, The CW embarks on the first step to become bigger and broader by … Continue reading “The CW announces Fall Sked. No mention of Superman and Lois”

Day 6: WGA strike halts production on Stranger Things, Abbott Elementary

Two of Televsion’s most popular series, Stranger Things and Abbott Elementary, halted production due to the labor dispute between the Writers Guild of America West and East and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). Stranger Things’ creators, The Duffer Brothers, paused production on the highly anticipated fifth and final season in solidarity … Continue reading “Day 6: WGA strike halts production on Stranger Things, Abbott Elementary”

Studios demand striking showrunners return to work

In a show of union-busting solidarity, Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery have sent letters, from their respective legal departments to striking showrunners who are employed by the company’s various studios. The letter reminds them that they still are under contract and demands them to perform non-writing services. According to a story, which appeared in yesterday’s Hollywood … Continue reading “Studios demand striking showrunners return to work”

What are the critics saying about Guardians of The Galaxy Vol.3?

As Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 hits theaters nationwide, reviews of the film are pouring in. According to Rotten Tomatoes, the film is currently 80% fresh, based on 252 reviews, but movie goers are absolutely loving the film and have given it an audience score of 96%. This third and last installment of James … Continue reading “What are the critics saying about Guardians of The Galaxy Vol.3?”

It’s an intergalactic mess in first Marvels trailer

When Captain Marvel flew into theaters with her first solo outing in 2019, she was met with a $1 billion gross. Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers later appeared in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. However, her appearances amounted to little more than elongated cameos. That’s about to change. This morning, the first trailer for Marvel Studios’ The Marvels debuted today on ABC’s Good … Continue reading “It’s an intergalactic mess in first Marvels trailer”

REEL WOMEN: Actor, Writer, Producer Constance Zaytoun

Editor’s Note: Five years ago we had an idea. Being a woman-owned publication, it made sense to us to celebrate women who were making a difference in the industries we cover. So, we started a “little” feature for Women’s History Month called “Reel Women.” To say it blossomed into something special would be a vast … Continue reading “REEL WOMEN: Actor, Writer, Producer Constance Zaytoun”

Fringe and Wire star Lance Reddick dies at age 60

Screen Actors Guild Award nominee Lance Reddick best known for his roles on TV and film, including The Wire, Fringe and the John Wick franchise passed away at age 60 on Friday at his home in Studio City, California. Law enforcement officials reported to TMZ that his death appeared to be from natural causes.  Lance … Continue reading “Fringe and Wire star Lance Reddick dies at age 60”

Reel 360’s final 2023 Oscar predictions

As SXSW begins today, I realized it’s actually been one year since awards season behemoth Everything, Everywhere All at Once made its debut in Austin, Texas. The science fiction film was hardly mentioned in conversations then and now it may be the first of its genre to win Best Picture at the 95th Oscars. Most … Continue reading “Reel 360’s final 2023 Oscar predictions”

What are the critics saying about Creed III?

Producers Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, and Ryan Coogler are back with their 3rd installment of the Rocky spin off movie series, Creed III and both critics and audiences are loving it!  Still dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) is thriving in his career and family life. When Damian, a childhood friend … Continue reading “What are the critics saying about Creed III?”

Co-founder and CCO of SOVAS Joan Baker

Editor’s Note: Five years ago we had an idea. Being a woman-owned publication, it made sense to us to celebrate women who were making a difference in the industries we cover. So, we started a “little” feature for Women’s History Month called “Reel Women.” To say it blossomed into something special would be a vast … Continue reading “Co-founder and CCO of SOVAS Joan Baker”

E! founder and tech entrepreneur launch NFT awards

Although we’re deep into the 2022/2023 awards season, that is not stopping the creation of new awards. Now, E! Entertainment Television founder Larry Namer and The Academy of Digital Art, Sciences, & Culture (ADASC) founding member Chris J. Snook have joined forces to revolutionize the awards show concept with the foundation of the NFTY Annual Awards (NFTYS). The pre-eminent Web3 innovation … Continue reading “E! founder and tech entrepreneur launch NFT awards”