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entertainment9 days ago•17 min saved

Broadcast TV Edges Up Scripted Slate for 2026-27 Season

The four broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC) expect about 55 to 56 scripted series on their 2026-27 slates, up from last year’s wave of cancellations. It’s the first uptick since 2024 and signals a cautious rebuild as networks coordinate scheduling with streaming (Peacock) to maximize reach. One NBC show, The Hunting Party, remains in limbo, and even if renewed the total could reach 56; overall, output remains far below the 87 scripted series seen five years ago.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#broadcast-tv #entertainment #nbc

television12 days ago•22 min saved

Broadcast TV Bets On Scripted Comeback In 2026 Upfronts

In Deadline's coverage of the 2026 upfronts, CBS, NBC, Fox and ABC unveiled lineups that lean back toward scripted series, marking a cautious resurgence after recent slates. CBS adds three dramas and a comedy while trimming others for a net gain of about 1.5 hours; NBC adds two dramas and two comedies with a similar potential increase; Fox adds two dramas and a comedy for another ~1.5-hour rise; ABC breaks with tradition by adding The Rookie: North while renewing all scripted series. The shift is framed as a blend of budget discipline, the ongoing impact of vertical integration and streaming-era strategy, and a push to grow the networks’ owned libraries—even if some episode counts are being adjusted as part of broader cost-management efforts.

via Deadline|

#broadcast-tv #media-industry #renewals

streaming18 days ago•49 min saved

NFL rights clash: YouTube balks at split as Netflix expands and broadcast TV returns

YouTube reportedly balked at splitting the NFL’s five-game package with Netflix, leaving two windows it would have received to be bid to broadcast networks while Netflix is set to take three windows (plus its Christmas Day games) and an Australia game, expanding its NFL slate. The league had originally presented 12 windows to choose five, with the remaining being NFL Network inventory; Fox and other networks are viewed as potential bidders for the added broadcast windows. The development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of streaming rights in sports and a broader push for more games on broadcast television, framed by comments from league officials about Netflix’s scale.

via Sports Media Watch|

#broadcast-tv #netflix #nfl

television4 months ago•5 min saved

2025 TV Network Rankings: Winners and Losers

In 2025, Fox and CBS led the primetime TV ratings, boosted by the Super Bowl and strong programming, while networks like Families and Dr. Phil's Merit Street declined significantly. Nielsen's new data methods caused some rating fluctuations, with sports and live events helping certain networks like ESPN and TruTV to perform well. Overall, traditional TV networks experienced varied fortunes, with some gaining viewers and others losing ground amid streaming competition.

via Variety|

#broadcast-tv #cable-tv #network-rankings

entertainment1 year ago•5 min saved

Top TV Shows of 2024-25 Featuring 'Squid Game' and 'Adolescence'

The 2024-25 TV season's most-watched series, according to Nielsen, is Netflix's 'Squid Game,' which leads the rankings, with traditional broadcast shows like 'High Potential' and 'Matlock' also performing well. The new multiplatform ratings reveal that Netflix dominates viewership, especially among younger audiences, while broadcast TV remains strong in total viewers. The season highlights a resurgence of comedy and long-standing reality shows, with cable TV showing limited presence in the top rankings.

via Variety|

#broadcast-tv #entertainment #netflix

media-and-entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Streaming Surpasses Linear TV as Viewing Preference in the U.S.: Nielsen

Linear TV viewing in the United States dropped below 50% for the first time in July 2023, according to Nielsen. Streaming services like YouTube and Netflix accounted for a record 38.7% of total TV usage, while cable's share fell below 30% for the first time. Broadcast usage also declined. Among streaming platforms, YouTube had the largest share of TV usage, followed by Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. The top streamed titles were "Suits" and "Bluey."

via Variety|

#broadcast-tv #linear-tv #media-and-entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Streamline Your TV Choices with FAST Services

Free Ad-Supported Television (FAST) services like Pluto TV offer a curated, never-ending stream of content that removes the stress of choice and allows viewers to relax and let go. Unlike on-demand streaming, FAST services are structured like TV channels and offer a solid array of content, including local news, for the price of periodic attention on ads. As viewing behaviors shift towards mobile devices, FAST TV offers a way to get the affordability of broadcast with the breadth of streaming.

via The Verge|

#broadcast-tv #entertainment #free-ad-supported-television