HBO’s venerable “Real Time with Bill Maher,” survived the strike and despite a late start last fall, it continues to run new episodes on a nearly weekly basis. And while they might not be weekly, those new episodes will continue for quite a while to come, as HBO has already renewed the show through 2026.
But you probably already know about the renewal, which means you’re here because you’re wondering – is “Real Time with Bill Maher” new tonight? We have an answer for you, fear not.
And the answer is: Nope. “Real Time With Bill Maher” has taken the week off. Instead, HBO is airing a repeat of last week’s March 29 episode. But the break won’t be long — the show will be back on April 12.
The March 29 episode of “Real Time” featured a one-on-one interview with Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist at the NYU Stern School of...
But you probably already know about the renewal, which means you’re here because you’re wondering – is “Real Time with Bill Maher” new tonight? We have an answer for you, fear not.
And the answer is: Nope. “Real Time With Bill Maher” has taken the week off. Instead, HBO is airing a repeat of last week’s March 29 episode. But the break won’t be long — the show will be back on April 12.
The March 29 episode of “Real Time” featured a one-on-one interview with Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist at the NYU Stern School of...
- 4/6/2024
- by Ross A. Lincoln
- The Wrap
“Real Time With Bill Maher” is expanding its reach across Warner Bros. Discovery. Episodes of the long-running HBO show will be available on CNN the Saturdays after they premiere on HBO.
The show will still be available to watch live and on demand on Max. The second showings will begin this coming weekend on March 23.
“The addition of ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ to CNN’s weekend primetime lineup marks the start of a commitment and investment into topical entertainment programming that we’re bringing to the weekends,” Amy Entelis, CNN executive vice president of talent for CNN Originals and creative development for CNN Worldwide, said in a press release. “We’ve seen that audiences enjoy Bill’s perspective and approach to news and information, and we’re looking forward to the show now being on CNN.”
The post-show segment for “Real Time,” titled “Overtime,” will continue to be available...
The show will still be available to watch live and on demand on Max. The second showings will begin this coming weekend on March 23.
“The addition of ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ to CNN’s weekend primetime lineup marks the start of a commitment and investment into topical entertainment programming that we’re bringing to the weekends,” Amy Entelis, CNN executive vice president of talent for CNN Originals and creative development for CNN Worldwide, said in a press release. “We’ve seen that audiences enjoy Bill’s perspective and approach to news and information, and we’re looking forward to the show now being on CNN.”
The post-show segment for “Real Time,” titled “Overtime,” will continue to be available...
- 3/18/2024
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
One of HBO’s longest-running series ever will further extend its time on the premium cable channel.
HBO has picked up two more seasons of Real Time With Bill Maher, which will take the weekly talk show through its 24th season in 2026. The show’s current order was due to expire at the end of this year.
The renewal comes a few months after HBO also extended its other late-night staple, Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, through 2026.
“Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on — I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” Maher said in a statement.
Real Time, which premiered in 2003, is second in HBO history only to the recently ended Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel in the number of seasons it has produced. Curb Your Enthusiasm’s premiere predates Real Time by three years,...
HBO has picked up two more seasons of Real Time With Bill Maher, which will take the weekly talk show through its 24th season in 2026. The show’s current order was due to expire at the end of this year.
The renewal comes a few months after HBO also extended its other late-night staple, Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, through 2026.
“Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on — I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” Maher said in a statement.
Real Time, which premiered in 2003, is second in HBO history only to the recently ended Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel in the number of seasons it has produced. Curb Your Enthusiasm’s premiere predates Real Time by three years,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Bill Maher is getting more time for “Real Time” at HBO and its parent, Warner Bros. Discovery.
HBO has renewed the program for two more season, meaning that it will be served up via HBO and its streaming counterpart, Max, through 2026. “Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on — I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” Maher said in a statement.
The renewal keeps the acerbic comedian and commentator dishing out “New Rules” for the foreseeable future, which includes the 2024 presidential election, and, most likely, developments on issues close to Maher’s heart, including climate change, Donald Trump’s proposed political polices and liberal overreach.
“For 22 seasons and counting, Bill Maher remains a uniquely powerful voice in politics and culture. ‘Real Time’ is the rare place where people can both disagree and find common ground, which is more vital than ever,...
HBO has renewed the program for two more season, meaning that it will be served up via HBO and its streaming counterpart, Max, through 2026. “Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on — I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” Maher said in a statement.
The renewal keeps the acerbic comedian and commentator dishing out “New Rules” for the foreseeable future, which includes the 2024 presidential election, and, most likely, developments on issues close to Maher’s heart, including climate change, Donald Trump’s proposed political polices and liberal overreach.
“For 22 seasons and counting, Bill Maher remains a uniquely powerful voice in politics and culture. ‘Real Time’ is the rare place where people can both disagree and find common ground, which is more vital than ever,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
HBO is staying in the Bill Maher business.
The Warner Bros. Discovery-owned cable network has renewed Real Time with Bill Maher for two more seasons. It means Maher will stay on the network through the end of 2026 and take him close to 700 episodes of the show, which launched in 2003.
It’s somewhat of an early renewal for HBO, given that his previous contract signed in September 2021 brings him through to the end of this year.
“Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on – I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” said Maher.
The move comes after the comedian caused controversy last year during the writers strike by saying that he was bringing Real Time back to air without its writing staff. On September 13, he announced that he was returning to air on September 22, but after the...
The Warner Bros. Discovery-owned cable network has renewed Real Time with Bill Maher for two more seasons. It means Maher will stay on the network through the end of 2026 and take him close to 700 episodes of the show, which launched in 2003.
It’s somewhat of an early renewal for HBO, given that his previous contract signed in September 2021 brings him through to the end of this year.
“Two more years in the dream job of a lifetime, on the network so many dream of being on – I think that’s what we call a no-brainer,” said Maher.
The move comes after the comedian caused controversy last year during the writers strike by saying that he was bringing Real Time back to air without its writing staff. On September 13, he announced that he was returning to air on September 22, but after the...
- 3/13/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The talk/variety series “Real Time with Bill Maher,” hosted by Bill Maher, has been running for nearly two decades now, and is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, HBO has already renewed the series to continue through 2024 and Season 21. So don’t expect Maher to leave airwaves anytime soon.
Fans of the show may be wondering – is “Real Time with Bill Maher” new tonight? Yes, “Real Time” is airing a new episode on Friday, Nov. 17. After a false start during the strike, Maher came back on Sept. 29 after the WGA strike concluded.
The episode airs at 10 p.m. Et/7 p.m. Pt on HBO and streams on Max at the same time.
This week features an interview with Rob Reiner, director of the new HBO Original documentary “Albert Brooks: Defending My Life,” and Albert Brooks, Oscar-nominated actor, comedian, director, and screenwriter. This week’s panel discussion includes Donna Brazile,...
Fans of the show may be wondering – is “Real Time with Bill Maher” new tonight? Yes, “Real Time” is airing a new episode on Friday, Nov. 17. After a false start during the strike, Maher came back on Sept. 29 after the WGA strike concluded.
The episode airs at 10 p.m. Et/7 p.m. Pt on HBO and streams on Max at the same time.
This week features an interview with Rob Reiner, director of the new HBO Original documentary “Albert Brooks: Defending My Life,” and Albert Brooks, Oscar-nominated actor, comedian, director, and screenwriter. This week’s panel discussion includes Donna Brazile,...
- 11/17/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Not wasting any time, just a couple of minutes after the WGA announced that the strike is ending, Bill Maher revealed that his Real Time will return this week. It will be the first late-night show to come back.
“My writers and Real Time are back! See you Friday Night!,” Maher wrote on X.
The news comes after the WGA Negotiating Committee, the Wgaw Board and Wgae Council all voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend the tentative agreement the studios, which was sent to the guild’s membership for a ratification vote. The strike was to officially end at 12:01 a.m. Pt Wednesday.
Related: ‘Saturday Night Live’ Could Return Next Month; Casting Still To Be Determined As NBC Show Set To Lean Into Non-Acting Hosts
Maher initially planned to bring his late-night show back “sans writers” on Sept. 22, saying that it was “time to bring people back to work”. He made the announcement Sept.
“My writers and Real Time are back! See you Friday Night!,” Maher wrote on X.
The news comes after the WGA Negotiating Committee, the Wgaw Board and Wgae Council all voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend the tentative agreement the studios, which was sent to the guild’s membership for a ratification vote. The strike was to officially end at 12:01 a.m. Pt Wednesday.
Related: ‘Saturday Night Live’ Could Return Next Month; Casting Still To Be Determined As NBC Show Set To Lean Into Non-Acting Hosts
Maher initially planned to bring his late-night show back “sans writers” on Sept. 22, saying that it was “time to bring people back to work”. He made the announcement Sept.
- 9/27/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Maher is the latest host to postpone his return to work.
Maher said that Real Time with Bill Maher will not, as previously planned, return to HBO on September 22.
He joins the likes of Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Hudson and The Talk in delaying returning to the studio.
Over the weekend, a slew of hosts including Barrymore, reversed their decision to return to work, following criticism from writers and actors. Hudson made the same decision, while CBS’ The Talk also reversed course.
Last week, Maher said that he was bringing his late-night show back “sans writers”, saying that it was “time to bring people back to work”.
The WGA had called Maher’s decision “disappointing” and revealed it would picket his show.
He has now cited optimism around talks between the WGA and the AMPTP, which is set for later this week, for his change of mind.
While Barrymore and...
Maher said that Real Time with Bill Maher will not, as previously planned, return to HBO on September 22.
He joins the likes of Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Hudson and The Talk in delaying returning to the studio.
Over the weekend, a slew of hosts including Barrymore, reversed their decision to return to work, following criticism from writers and actors. Hudson made the same decision, while CBS’ The Talk also reversed course.
Last week, Maher said that he was bringing his late-night show back “sans writers”, saying that it was “time to bring people back to work”.
The WGA had called Maher’s decision “disappointing” and revealed it would picket his show.
He has now cited optimism around talks between the WGA and the AMPTP, which is set for later this week, for his change of mind.
While Barrymore and...
- 9/18/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Casey Wasserman’s eponymous sports and music management company has closed a deal to acquire the longstanding talent representation and production shop Brillstein Entertainment Partners.
Wasserman formally announced the transaction on Monday alongside Brillstein Co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman. The acquisition bolsters Wasserman verticals like marketing and content creation (Brillstein produced “The Sopranos”), and also formally puts the grandson of legendary movie mogul Lew Wasserman in the Hollywood talent fold — welcoming star clients like Brad Pitt, Florence Pugh, Adam Sandler, Tiffany Haddish, Elizabeth Olsen and the newly named Lois Lane: Rachel Brosnahan.
Brillstein leaders Pett, Liebman, Marc Gurvitz and Sandy Wernick will continue to lead their company and join Wasserman’s executive leadership team. Same for partners including George Freeman, Missy Malkin, David McIlvain, Alex Murray, Andrea Pett and Tim Sarkes, as well as 30-plus managers in New York and Los Angeles. Previously known as Brillstein Grey, the...
Wasserman formally announced the transaction on Monday alongside Brillstein Co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman. The acquisition bolsters Wasserman verticals like marketing and content creation (Brillstein produced “The Sopranos”), and also formally puts the grandson of legendary movie mogul Lew Wasserman in the Hollywood talent fold — welcoming star clients like Brad Pitt, Florence Pugh, Adam Sandler, Tiffany Haddish, Elizabeth Olsen and the newly named Lois Lane: Rachel Brosnahan.
Brillstein leaders Pett, Liebman, Marc Gurvitz and Sandy Wernick will continue to lead their company and join Wasserman’s executive leadership team. Same for partners including George Freeman, Missy Malkin, David McIlvain, Alex Murray, Andrea Pett and Tim Sarkes, as well as 30-plus managers in New York and Los Angeles. Previously known as Brillstein Grey, the...
- 9/18/2023
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Wasserman has finalized plans to acquire Brillstein Entertainment Partners. The entertainment management and production company run by Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman will now be under the umbrella of Wasserman’s sports marketing and talent management.
The current Wasserman clients, including but not limited to athletes and musicians, will now be able to potentially more closely participate in films, shows or related content created by Brillstein and using the IP already existing within Brillstein. The pitch to current and future clients is an exchange of services and ideas across marketing, representation, content creation and talent management arms all under one proverbial roof.
“Cynthia [Pett] and I will continue to be co-ceos and will continue to run our production company/talent management company,” co-ceo Jon Leibman told TheWrap. “We will retain our identity.”
Concurrently, Wasserman Chairman and CEO Casey Wasserman told TheWrap, “Every company we acquire we operate as a single...
The current Wasserman clients, including but not limited to athletes and musicians, will now be able to potentially more closely participate in films, shows or related content created by Brillstein and using the IP already existing within Brillstein. The pitch to current and future clients is an exchange of services and ideas across marketing, representation, content creation and talent management arms all under one proverbial roof.
“Cynthia [Pett] and I will continue to be co-ceos and will continue to run our production company/talent management company,” co-ceo Jon Leibman told TheWrap. “We will retain our identity.”
Concurrently, Wasserman Chairman and CEO Casey Wasserman told TheWrap, “Every company we acquire we operate as a single...
- 9/18/2023
- by Scott Mendelson
- The Wrap
Just over a year ago, the leadership of Brillstein Entertainment Partners — a pioneering Hollywood company founded in 1969 by talent broker icon Bernie Brillstein, who managed names like Lorne Michaels, Garry Shandling, Brad Pitt, Nicolas Cage and Mike Myers — started thinking about strategic options for their business, including a sale.
The management and production firm had been led by co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman since 2005, when the duo bought out the stake of executive Brad Grey and Brillstein-Grey dropped the latter name from the shingle. (Notably, the late Grey, who went on to become CEO of Paramount Pictures, took the backend interest in HBO’s The Sopranos, which had been produced by Brillstein, with him.)
Liebman, a New York entertainment attorney who joined Brillstein in 1998, says informal conversations were held in 2022 with Casey Wasserman, whose namesake company — which includes sports talent agents and a booking agency — has been on the acquisition hunt,...
The management and production firm had been led by co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman since 2005, when the duo bought out the stake of executive Brad Grey and Brillstein-Grey dropped the latter name from the shingle. (Notably, the late Grey, who went on to become CEO of Paramount Pictures, took the backend interest in HBO’s The Sopranos, which had been produced by Brillstein, with him.)
Liebman, a New York entertainment attorney who joined Brillstein in 1998, says informal conversations were held in 2022 with Casey Wasserman, whose namesake company — which includes sports talent agents and a booking agency — has been on the acquisition hunt,...
- 9/18/2023
- by Erik Hayden
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sports and music representation powerhouse Wasserman has finalized its acquisition of Brillstein Entertainment Partners, the venerable Hollywood management and production company. Terms were not disclosed. Deadline exclusively revealed the acquisition talks back in February.
Wasserman chairman and CEO Casey Wasserman and Brillstein co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman made the announcement. It puts Wasserman, grandson of the iconic Hollywood representative and studio chief Lew Wasserman, directly into the film and TV representation and production game for the first time. It is the second strategic alignment for Wasserman, who took over the lucrative music touring business that was once the most profitable part of the Paradigm agency, at a time when the pandemic grounded live touring revenues.
It would be the latest move in management after 3Arts made a deal with Lionsgate, and Range Media Partners linked with Automatik.
Wasserman, Pett and Liebman believe their cultures will mesh in their compatible business and staffs.
Wasserman chairman and CEO Casey Wasserman and Brillstein co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman made the announcement. It puts Wasserman, grandson of the iconic Hollywood representative and studio chief Lew Wasserman, directly into the film and TV representation and production game for the first time. It is the second strategic alignment for Wasserman, who took over the lucrative music touring business that was once the most profitable part of the Paradigm agency, at a time when the pandemic grounded live touring revenues.
It would be the latest move in management after 3Arts made a deal with Lionsgate, and Range Media Partners linked with Automatik.
Wasserman, Pett and Liebman believe their cultures will mesh in their compatible business and staffs.
- 9/18/2023
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Maher is going back to work without his writers.
The comedian said on social media Wednesday that Real Time with Bill Maher will return to HBO. The show will be back with an original episode on Friday September 22 at 10pm.
Maher becomes the first late-night host to return to air, although if the Strike Force Five podcast hosted by Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and John Oliver is any indication, they will not be joining him anytime soon.
It’s a controversial move given that his show is written by a team of late-night writers, who are currently in the fourth month of their strike. Other talk show hosts such as Drew Barrymore have faced ire from writers, while The Talk was picketed today at CBS Radford as they were doing a run-through.
The comedian already caused controversy last week when he voiced his opinions on...
The comedian said on social media Wednesday that Real Time with Bill Maher will return to HBO. The show will be back with an original episode on Friday September 22 at 10pm.
Maher becomes the first late-night host to return to air, although if the Strike Force Five podcast hosted by Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and John Oliver is any indication, they will not be joining him anytime soon.
It’s a controversial move given that his show is written by a team of late-night writers, who are currently in the fourth month of their strike. Other talk show hosts such as Drew Barrymore have faced ire from writers, while The Talk was picketed today at CBS Radford as they were doing a run-through.
The comedian already caused controversy last week when he voiced his opinions on...
- 9/14/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Courteney Cox, Kaley Cuoco and Jimmy Kimmel were just a few of the celebs who came out Saturday night for Rock4EB.
The annual event returned after being on hiatus for three years due to Covid. The evening, which included a stand-up set by Kevin Nealon and a performance from Brandi Carlile and was hosted by Judd Apatow, raised more than $1 million for Eb Mrf, an organization co-founded by talent manager Andrea Pett-Joseph to support research for rare chronic skin disease epidermolysis bullosa. Pett-Joseph’s son, Brandon, has the condition.
“Come here and get perspective at this event,” Cuoco told Variety. “I’ve known Brandon since he was very young and I’ve seen all the ups and downs they’ve gone through and he’s so positive. They’re really trying to get the message out and find a cure for this. They’re using their voice for good.
The annual event returned after being on hiatus for three years due to Covid. The evening, which included a stand-up set by Kevin Nealon and a performance from Brandi Carlile and was hosted by Judd Apatow, raised more than $1 million for Eb Mrf, an organization co-founded by talent manager Andrea Pett-Joseph to support research for rare chronic skin disease epidermolysis bullosa. Pett-Joseph’s son, Brandon, has the condition.
“Come here and get perspective at this event,” Cuoco told Variety. “I’ve known Brandon since he was very young and I’ve seen all the ups and downs they’ve gone through and he’s so positive. They’re really trying to get the message out and find a cure for this. They’re using their voice for good.
- 5/8/2023
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
CNN will start showing the post-show Overtime segments from HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher as part of its Friday edition of CNN Tonight.
The segments will start this Friday at 11:30 Pm Et.
The Overtime segments have up to now been posted online and promoted to viewers of Real Time. They feature Maher and his guests continuing their discussion on a range of topics and answering viewer questions.
The scheduling of the segments is the latest move by CNN Worldwide chairman and CEO Chris Licht to bolster the network’s primetime and late-night lineup. He has not yet named a permanent show for the 9 Pm Et timeslot, and sources say that one of the ideas considered has been to schedule a non-traditional host, such as a comedian, for that time period. But a range of options have been considered. Licht told the Los Angeles Times, “We are in...
The segments will start this Friday at 11:30 Pm Et.
The Overtime segments have up to now been posted online and promoted to viewers of Real Time. They feature Maher and his guests continuing their discussion on a range of topics and answering viewer questions.
The scheduling of the segments is the latest move by CNN Worldwide chairman and CEO Chris Licht to bolster the network’s primetime and late-night lineup. He has not yet named a permanent show for the 9 Pm Et timeslot, and sources say that one of the ideas considered has been to schedule a non-traditional host, such as a comedian, for that time period. But a range of options have been considered. Licht told the Los Angeles Times, “We are in...
- 1/30/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Real Time With Bill Maher will return for its 21st season on Friday, January 20 (10:00-11:00 p.m. Et/Pt), with a replay at 12:30 a.m. Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show continues with its opening monologue, one-on-one interviews with notable guests, roundtable discussions with panelists, and its signature “New Rules.” The series airs on HBO and is available to stream on HBO Max.
The Hollywood Reporter observed, “Amid a bleak talk show landscape, Maher achieves the unthinkable: He consistently gets people talking.”
About Bill Maher: Maher headlined his first special on HBO in 1989 and has starred in twelve solo specials to date, including the recent “#Adulting,” the hour-long presentations “Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma,” “Bill Maher: Live from D.C.,” “Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong,” as well as “The Decider” and “I’m Swiss”, “Victory Begins at Home,” “Be More Cynical,...
The Hollywood Reporter observed, “Amid a bleak talk show landscape, Maher achieves the unthinkable: He consistently gets people talking.”
About Bill Maher: Maher headlined his first special on HBO in 1989 and has starred in twelve solo specials to date, including the recent “#Adulting,” the hour-long presentations “Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma,” “Bill Maher: Live from D.C.,” “Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong,” as well as “The Decider” and “I’m Swiss”, “Victory Begins at Home,” “Be More Cynical,...
- 12/20/2022
- by TV Shows Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid - TV
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official awards predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis; Awards Circuit Column, a weekly analysis dissecting the trends and contenders by television editor Michael Schneider (for Emmys) and Davis (for Oscars); Awards Circuit Podcast, a weekly interview series with talent and an expert roundtable discussion; and Awards Circuit Video analyzes various categories and contenders by Variety's leading awards pundits. Variety's unmatched coverage gives its readership unbeatable exposure in print and online, as well as provide inside reports on all the contenders in this year's awards season races.
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
- 8/19/2022
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
The spirit of “Black Panther” and Chadwick Boseman still lives on. The Television Academy gave one last honor to the late actor’s greatness with an Emmy nomination Tuesday morning.
With the announcement of the Primetime Emmy Awards nominations, Boseman received a posthumous nom for outstanding character voice-over for his famous role of T’Challa in the animated series “What If…?” from Disney+ and Marvel Studios.
Boseman also received a posthumous Oscar nomination for his performance in George C. Wolfe’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Anthony Hopkins ultimately won that year for his work in “The Father.”
Boseman, who died of colon cancer in August 2020 at 43, has a legacy that remains prominent in pop culture and in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially with the upcoming sequel “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” scheduled to hit theaters later this year. The first film became the first superhero movie to be nominated for best picture,...
With the announcement of the Primetime Emmy Awards nominations, Boseman received a posthumous nom for outstanding character voice-over for his famous role of T’Challa in the animated series “What If…?” from Disney+ and Marvel Studios.
Boseman also received a posthumous Oscar nomination for his performance in George C. Wolfe’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Anthony Hopkins ultimately won that year for his work in “The Father.”
Boseman, who died of colon cancer in August 2020 at 43, has a legacy that remains prominent in pop culture and in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially with the upcoming sequel “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” scheduled to hit theaters later this year. The first film became the first superhero movie to be nominated for best picture,...
- 7/12/2022
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
David Spade is dropping some truth bombs in his upcoming Netflix comedy special. But don’t worry, it’s nothing personal.
On Thursday, Netflix released a trailer for “David Spade: Nothing Personal,” which marks his first comedy special with the streamer. You can check out the trailer above.
“Someone tried to hug me today,” he says as he’s met with chuckles from the audience. “I mean, I sound like a dick, but I’m terrified. You know what I mean? Who’s hugging still?”
“David Spade: Nothing Personal” premieres on Netflix on April 26.
A logline for the special reads:
Hot off the beach from his guest hosting duties on ‘Bachelor In Paradise,’ David Spade makes his Netflix comedy special debut with ‘Nothing Personal.’ From sharing his disdain for crabs to his unique approach to turning down drugs, David proves that no topic is off limits.
Spade serves as an executive producer alongside Marc Gurvitz,...
On Thursday, Netflix released a trailer for “David Spade: Nothing Personal,” which marks his first comedy special with the streamer. You can check out the trailer above.
“Someone tried to hug me today,” he says as he’s met with chuckles from the audience. “I mean, I sound like a dick, but I’m terrified. You know what I mean? Who’s hugging still?”
“David Spade: Nothing Personal” premieres on Netflix on April 26.
A logline for the special reads:
Hot off the beach from his guest hosting duties on ‘Bachelor In Paradise,’ David Spade makes his Netflix comedy special debut with ‘Nothing Personal.’ From sharing his disdain for crabs to his unique approach to turning down drugs, David proves that no topic is off limits.
Spade serves as an executive producer alongside Marc Gurvitz,...
- 4/14/2022
- by Katie Campione
- The Wrap
The final episodes of “Grace and Frankie” will premiere April 29, Netflix announced Tuesday.
Created by Marta Kauffman and Howard J. Morris, “Grace and Frankie” stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as the title characters, two very different women who have disliked each other for years, even though their husbands Robert (Martin Sheen) and Sol (Sam Waterston) are law partners. When their husbands announce they’re in love and plan to divorce them to be together, Grace and Frankie find themselves roommates, and overcome their mutual animosity to become best friends navigating romances, business ventures and family drama together.
The longest-running show currently on Netflix, “Grace and Frankie” originally premiered in 2015 and has since run for seven seasons. The show was originally renewed for a 16-episode seventh and final season in 2019. Last August, Netflix surprise released the first four episodes of the final season, and announced the remaining episodes will debut...
Created by Marta Kauffman and Howard J. Morris, “Grace and Frankie” stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as the title characters, two very different women who have disliked each other for years, even though their husbands Robert (Martin Sheen) and Sol (Sam Waterston) are law partners. When their husbands announce they’re in love and plan to divorce them to be together, Grace and Frankie find themselves roommates, and overcome their mutual animosity to become best friends navigating romances, business ventures and family drama together.
The longest-running show currently on Netflix, “Grace and Frankie” originally premiered in 2015 and has since run for seven seasons. The show was originally renewed for a 16-episode seventh and final season in 2019. Last August, Netflix surprise released the first four episodes of the final season, and announced the remaining episodes will debut...
- 3/22/2022
- by Wilson Chapman
- Variety Film + TV
David Spade is taking his comedy to Netflix with his first standup special on the streamer.
In Nothing Personal, from sharing his disdain for crabs to his unique approach to turning down drugs, Spade proves that no topic is off limits, according to Netflix. The special was filmed at the Pantages Theater in Minneapolis.
Spade serves as executive producer alongside Marc Gurvitz, Alex Murray and John Irwin. The special is directed by Ryan Polito.
Spade is coming off a run as guest host on Bachelor In Paradise. He recently starred in the Netflix original comedy The Wrong Missy, which was the No. 1 movie on the platform in the days following its 2020 release and was the eighth most-watched original movie in the company’s history. Also on Netflix, he was seen in the original comedy Father of the Year, one of the highest streamed films globally on the service, as well as The Do-Over,...
In Nothing Personal, from sharing his disdain for crabs to his unique approach to turning down drugs, Spade proves that no topic is off limits, according to Netflix. The special was filmed at the Pantages Theater in Minneapolis.
Spade serves as executive producer alongside Marc Gurvitz, Alex Murray and John Irwin. The special is directed by Ryan Polito.
Spade is coming off a run as guest host on Bachelor In Paradise. He recently starred in the Netflix original comedy The Wrong Missy, which was the No. 1 movie on the platform in the days following its 2020 release and was the eighth most-watched original movie in the company’s history. Also on Netflix, he was seen in the original comedy Father of the Year, one of the highest streamed films globally on the service, as well as The Do-Over,...
- 3/22/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
David Spade is joining Netflix’s comedy roster with his first standup special for the streamer.
“Nothing Personal” launches on April 26.
The special was filmed at the Pantages Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, “hot off the beach from [Spade’s] guest-hosting duties on ‘Bachelor in Paradise,'” Netflix said Tuesday.
“Nothing Personal” will find Spade sharing “his disdain for crabs,” and “his unique approach to turning down drugs.” No topics is off-limits, Netflix said in a release.
Spade, who starred in Netflix original films “The Wrong Missy” and “The Do-Over,” is an executive producer of “Nothing Personal” alongside Marc Gurvitz, Alex Murray and John Irwin. Ryan Polito served as director.
The star’s previous televised standup specials include “My Fake Problems” in 2014 and “Take the Hit” in 1998.
Spade announced the news of his special on Twitter in December, writing, “Doing a special in a month for #Netflix Cant wait to get it out there.
“Nothing Personal” launches on April 26.
The special was filmed at the Pantages Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, “hot off the beach from [Spade’s] guest-hosting duties on ‘Bachelor in Paradise,'” Netflix said Tuesday.
“Nothing Personal” will find Spade sharing “his disdain for crabs,” and “his unique approach to turning down drugs.” No topics is off-limits, Netflix said in a release.
Spade, who starred in Netflix original films “The Wrong Missy” and “The Do-Over,” is an executive producer of “Nothing Personal” alongside Marc Gurvitz, Alex Murray and John Irwin. Ryan Polito served as director.
The star’s previous televised standup specials include “My Fake Problems” in 2014 and “Take the Hit” in 1998.
Spade announced the news of his special on Twitter in December, writing, “Doing a special in a month for #Netflix Cant wait to get it out there.
- 3/22/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
Political comedy prince Bill Maher will be featured in a new, one-hour HBO comedy special, #Adulting, which will air sometime this spring, exact date Tba. It will debut on the network and will stream on HBO Max.
The special is taping Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5 at the 2400-seat Fillmore Theater in Miami. Attendees must have received a negative Covid-19 test within 72-hours of the event or be fully vaccinated. Mask-wearing will be encouraged, according to producers.
Maher will serve as the writer/EP, with Ryan Polito directing. Other executive producers include Marc Gurvitz and John Irwin, with Casey Spira as co-executive producer.
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989, and has starred in eleven solo specials to date, including the hour-long presentations Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma, Bill Maher: Live from D.C., Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong, The Decider and I’m Swiss,Victory Begins at Home, Be More Cynical, The Golden Goose Special and Stuff That Struck Me Funny. Additionally, Maher had two half-hour stand-up specials, plus the specials 30 Seconds Over Washington and Comic Relief VI.
His weekly series, Real Time with Bill Maher, is currently in its 20th season.
Dominic Patten contributed to this report.
The special is taping Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5 at the 2400-seat Fillmore Theater in Miami. Attendees must have received a negative Covid-19 test within 72-hours of the event or be fully vaccinated. Mask-wearing will be encouraged, according to producers.
Maher will serve as the writer/EP, with Ryan Polito directing. Other executive producers include Marc Gurvitz and John Irwin, with Casey Spira as co-executive producer.
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989, and has starred in eleven solo specials to date, including the hour-long presentations Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma, Bill Maher: Live from D.C., Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong, The Decider and I’m Swiss,Victory Begins at Home, Be More Cynical, The Golden Goose Special and Stuff That Struck Me Funny. Additionally, Maher had two half-hour stand-up specials, plus the specials 30 Seconds Over Washington and Comic Relief VI.
His weekly series, Real Time with Bill Maher, is currently in its 20th season.
Dominic Patten contributed to this report.
- 2/18/2022
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Maher has a new HBO comedy special on the way. Slated for release this spring, “#Adulting” will mark Maher’s 12th special with the network and is scheduled to be taped on March 4 and 5 at the Fillmore Theater in Miami.
Maher’s first HBO special dates back to 1989, and he’s since starred in the hour-long presentations “Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma,” “Bill Maher: Live from D.C.,” “Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong,” “Victory Begins at Home,” “Be More Cynical,” “The Golden Goose Special,” “Stuff That Struck Me Funny” and the Emmy-nominated comedy specials “The Decider” and “I’m Swiss.” He also appeared in two half-hour stand-up specials as well as the specials “30 Seconds Over Washington” and “Comic Relief VI.”
Maher is best known for hosting the talk show “Real Time with Bill Maher” on HBO, which is currently in its 20th season. In September, the show...
Maher’s first HBO special dates back to 1989, and he’s since starred in the hour-long presentations “Bill Maher: Live From Oklahoma,” “Bill Maher: Live from D.C.,” “Bill Maher… But I’m Not Wrong,” “Victory Begins at Home,” “Be More Cynical,” “The Golden Goose Special,” “Stuff That Struck Me Funny” and the Emmy-nominated comedy specials “The Decider” and “I’m Swiss.” He also appeared in two half-hour stand-up specials as well as the specials “30 Seconds Over Washington” and “Comic Relief VI.”
Maher is best known for hosting the talk show “Real Time with Bill Maher” on HBO, which is currently in its 20th season. In September, the show...
- 2/17/2022
- by Sasha Urban
- Variety Film + TV
HBO has set a date for the return of Real Time With Bill Maher. The politically-focused late-night talk show will premiere its landmark 20th season on January 21 at 10 Pm Et/Pt (with a replay at 12:30 Am).
Maher signed a deal with the WarnerMedia-owned premium cable network earlier this year to keep the show on through 2024. Season 20 makes Maher the longest-serving late-night host currently on air.
“For 20 years, Bill Maher has charted a new course for political comedy, sharing his fearless take on the big issues of the day while making us laugh and keeping us better informed,” said Nina Rosenstein, Executive Vice President, Programming. “We’re remarkably proud of our partnership with Bill and his incredible team, and we look forward to seeing what he will tackle in this milestone season.”
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989 and has starred in eleven solo specials to date,...
Maher signed a deal with the WarnerMedia-owned premium cable network earlier this year to keep the show on through 2024. Season 20 makes Maher the longest-serving late-night host currently on air.
“For 20 years, Bill Maher has charted a new course for political comedy, sharing his fearless take on the big issues of the day while making us laugh and keeping us better informed,” said Nina Rosenstein, Executive Vice President, Programming. “We’re remarkably proud of our partnership with Bill and his incredible team, and we look forward to seeing what he will tackle in this milestone season.”
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989 and has starred in eleven solo specials to date,...
- 12/29/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Real Time With Bill Maher” has been renewed by HBO for two more seasons. The “politically incorrect” talk show, hosted by the eponymous comedian and satirist, will air on the premium cabler through 2024 and will be available to stream on HBO Max.
“After 19 seasons, ‘Real Time With Bill Maher,” remains a Friday night destination for fresh perspectives and smart conversation about today’s most relevant issues,” said Nina Rosenstein, executive vice president of HBO programming, in a statement. “His weekly editorials are insightful, must-see viewing in his signature voice, and we’re proud to continue our relationship with Bill and the incredible team at Real Time.”
Variety has noted that “There may not be a more eclectic guest list on all of television” in its critique of Maher’s roundtable discussions and interviews, in which the host offers his unique perspective on contemporary issues and gives space for others to...
“After 19 seasons, ‘Real Time With Bill Maher,” remains a Friday night destination for fresh perspectives and smart conversation about today’s most relevant issues,” said Nina Rosenstein, executive vice president of HBO programming, in a statement. “His weekly editorials are insightful, must-see viewing in his signature voice, and we’re proud to continue our relationship with Bill and the incredible team at Real Time.”
Variety has noted that “There may not be a more eclectic guest list on all of television” in its critique of Maher’s roundtable discussions and interviews, in which the host offers his unique perspective on contemporary issues and gives space for others to...
- 9/10/2021
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
Bill Maher is sticking with HBO. The host of late-night talk show Real Time with Bill Maher has signed with the WarnerMedia-owned premium cable network to keep the series on through 2024.
The deal adds two more seasons to the run of the show, which has been on the network since 2003.
Maher and the show have spent the last 18 months, like many other late-night shows, navigating the pandemic. During the height of the crisis, he filmed the show in his backyard and was one of the first shows to bring back a small audience last September. Maher also ended his consecutive appearance streak back in May when he tested positive for Covid despite being vaccinated.
Real Time with Bill Maher is exec produced by Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, and Billy Martin. Chris Kelly is co-exec producer, Matt Wood is producer and Paul Casey is director.
Nina Rosenstein,...
The deal adds two more seasons to the run of the show, which has been on the network since 2003.
Maher and the show have spent the last 18 months, like many other late-night shows, navigating the pandemic. During the height of the crisis, he filmed the show in his backyard and was one of the first shows to bring back a small audience last September. Maher also ended his consecutive appearance streak back in May when he tested positive for Covid despite being vaccinated.
Real Time with Bill Maher is exec produced by Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, and Billy Martin. Chris Kelly is co-exec producer, Matt Wood is producer and Paul Casey is director.
Nina Rosenstein,...
- 9/10/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO has renewed “Real Time With Bill Maher” for two more seasons, which will take the Friday late-night talk show through 2024 and Season 21. In addition to airing on premium-cable channel HBO, “Real Time With Bill Maher” also streams on SVOD (subscriber video on-demand) service HBO Max.
“After 19 seasons, ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ remains a Friday night destination for fresh perspectives and smart conversation about today’s most relevant issues,” Nina Rosenstein, executive vice president of HBO programming, said in a statement on Friday. “His weekly editorials are insightful, must-see viewing in his signature voice, and we’re proud to continue our relationship with Bill and the incredible team at ‘Real Time.'”
“I’m thrilled to be signing such a fabulous deal with the bestest network,” Maher added. “What can I say – beginner’s luck!”
Always the comedian.
The “Real Time” format kicks off with an opening monologue, which...
“After 19 seasons, ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ remains a Friday night destination for fresh perspectives and smart conversation about today’s most relevant issues,” Nina Rosenstein, executive vice president of HBO programming, said in a statement on Friday. “His weekly editorials are insightful, must-see viewing in his signature voice, and we’re proud to continue our relationship with Bill and the incredible team at ‘Real Time.'”
“I’m thrilled to be signing such a fabulous deal with the bestest network,” Maher added. “What can I say – beginner’s luck!”
Always the comedian.
The “Real Time” format kicks off with an opening monologue, which...
- 9/10/2021
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Apple TV Plus released a trailer for Season 2 of “Central Park,” premiering on June 25.
In the animated musical comedy series’ second season, the Tillerman family continues living in and caring for Manhattan’s biggest park.
Molly (now voiced by Emmy Raver-Lampman) navigates adolescence, Cole (Tituss Burgess) is embarrassed by a humiliating moment at school, Paige (Kathryn Hahn) continues to pursue the mayor’s corruption story and Owen (Leslie Odom Jr.) juggles managing the park, his staff and his family. Bitsy (Stanley Tucci) makes progress in her evil plot to claim Central Park as her own, with Helen (Daveed Diggs) by her side, still wondering whether she’s made it into Bitsy’s will. Meanwhile, the friendly, fumbling narrator Birdie (Josh Gad) guides the audience along the way.
“Central Park” is written and executive produced by Loren Bouchard alongside Gad and Nora Smith. Sanjay Shah, Halsted Sullivan, Janelle Momary-Neely, Jon Liebman,...
In the animated musical comedy series’ second season, the Tillerman family continues living in and caring for Manhattan’s biggest park.
Molly (now voiced by Emmy Raver-Lampman) navigates adolescence, Cole (Tituss Burgess) is embarrassed by a humiliating moment at school, Paige (Kathryn Hahn) continues to pursue the mayor’s corruption story and Owen (Leslie Odom Jr.) juggles managing the park, his staff and his family. Bitsy (Stanley Tucci) makes progress in her evil plot to claim Central Park as her own, with Helen (Daveed Diggs) by her side, still wondering whether she’s made it into Bitsy’s will. Meanwhile, the friendly, fumbling narrator Birdie (Josh Gad) guides the audience along the way.
“Central Park” is written and executive produced by Loren Bouchard alongside Gad and Nora Smith. Sanjay Shah, Halsted Sullivan, Janelle Momary-Neely, Jon Liebman,...
- 6/15/2021
- by Danielle Turchiano and Ethan Shanfeld
- Variety Film + TV
Updated, 10:45 Am: Real Time with Bill Maher will be dark again this Friday as the HBO show deals with safety protocols in the wake of the host’s positive Covid test last week. Bill Maher and the venerable late-night talker will return on May 28, the Friday before Memorial Day.
The premium cabler will replay Episode 5 of its Kate Winslet drama Mare of Easttown in Maher’s usual time slot this week.
Previous Exclusive, May 13: HBO has scrapped this week’s episode of Real Time with Bill Maher after the comedian tested positive for Covid-19. Maher, who is vaccinated and asymptomatic, tested positive during the premium cable network’s weekly Pcr testing ahead of the show.
It is a blow for the late-night show, which was set to entertain astrophysicist and StarTalk podcaster Neil deGrasse Tyson as the top-of-show interview guest, and World War Z author Max Brooks and...
The premium cabler will replay Episode 5 of its Kate Winslet drama Mare of Easttown in Maher’s usual time slot this week.
Previous Exclusive, May 13: HBO has scrapped this week’s episode of Real Time with Bill Maher after the comedian tested positive for Covid-19. Maher, who is vaccinated and asymptomatic, tested positive during the premium cable network’s weekly Pcr testing ahead of the show.
It is a blow for the late-night show, which was set to entertain astrophysicist and StarTalk podcaster Neil deGrasse Tyson as the top-of-show interview guest, and World War Z author Max Brooks and...
- 5/20/2021
- by Peter White and Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
The 19th season of Real Time with Bill Maher will bow on at 10 p.m. Friday, January 15.
The political talk show is available on HBO and streams on HBO Max. It also offers a replay at 12:30 Am following its debut.
For the uninitiated, Maher offers his unique perspective on contemporary issues during an opening monologue, roundtable discussions with panelists, and interviews with guests.
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989 and has starred in 11 HBO solo specials to date.
The executive producers include Bill Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen and Billy Martin. Co-executive producer is Chris Kelly, with producer Matt Wood; director Paul Casey.
Watch the promo clip above.
The political talk show is available on HBO and streams on HBO Max. It also offers a replay at 12:30 Am following its debut.
For the uninitiated, Maher offers his unique perspective on contemporary issues during an opening monologue, roundtable discussions with panelists, and interviews with guests.
Maher headlined his first special on the network in 1989 and has starred in 11 HBO solo specials to date.
The executive producers include Bill Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen and Billy Martin. Co-executive producer is Chris Kelly, with producer Matt Wood; director Paul Casey.
Watch the promo clip above.
- 12/12/2020
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Kevin Nealon is bringing his popular YouTube unscripted comedy series Hiking with Kevin to Television. TBS is developing a half-hour scripted adaptation which Nealon will headline and will co-create and executive produce with former Modern Family executive producer Danny Zuker.
Nealon created and hosts Hiking with Kevin, which has released more than 100 episodes on YouTube. In it, Nealon interviews his A-list celebrity friends on hikes throughout the country. His guests have included Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, Caitlyn Jenner, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tiffany Haddish and Courteney Cox, among others, many of whom are expected to re-appear in the scripted version on TBS.
Executive producing the television adaptation alongside Nealon and Zuker are Marc Gurvitz, George Heller, and Seth Jacobs via Brillstein Entertainment Partners.
Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint (1986-1995) as a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, where he created a number of memorable characters and...
Nealon created and hosts Hiking with Kevin, which has released more than 100 episodes on YouTube. In it, Nealon interviews his A-list celebrity friends on hikes throughout the country. His guests have included Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, Caitlyn Jenner, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tiffany Haddish and Courteney Cox, among others, many of whom are expected to re-appear in the scripted version on TBS.
Executive producing the television adaptation alongside Nealon and Zuker are Marc Gurvitz, George Heller, and Seth Jacobs via Brillstein Entertainment Partners.
Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint (1986-1995) as a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, where he created a number of memorable characters and...
- 11/13/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, Oprah will interview former president Barack Obama on Nov. 17 for “The Oprah Conversation,” and Netflix released a trailer for “We Are the Champions,” narrated by Rainn Wilson.
Dates
A new episode of “The Oprah Conversation,” scheduled to premiere on Apple TV Plus on Nov. 17 at 9 a.m. Et, will feature former president Barack Obama. During the conversation surrounding his new memoir “A Promised Land,” host Oprah Winfrey leads Obama through a reflection on the years and accomplishments leading up to his presidency and the expectations people had for him going into office. Each episode of the conversation series explores stories and relevant topics that impact the world through influential people. Obama’s book is available on Apple Books and is also offered as an audiobook.
CNN has announced a Jan. 3 air date for “Jimmy Carter, Rock & Roll President,” which will premiere at at 9 p.
Dates
A new episode of “The Oprah Conversation,” scheduled to premiere on Apple TV Plus on Nov. 17 at 9 a.m. Et, will feature former president Barack Obama. During the conversation surrounding his new memoir “A Promised Land,” host Oprah Winfrey leads Obama through a reflection on the years and accomplishments leading up to his presidency and the expectations people had for him going into office. Each episode of the conversation series explores stories and relevant topics that impact the world through influential people. Obama’s book is available on Apple Books and is also offered as an audiobook.
CNN has announced a Jan. 3 air date for “Jimmy Carter, Rock & Roll President,” which will premiere at at 9 p.
- 11/11/2020
- by Eli Countryman
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix is getting in the aftershow business, putting its own stamp on the genre to fit the streaming distribution model. The SVOD giant has given an 18-episode series order to The Netflix Afterparty, a weekly comedy aftershow, hosted by David Spade, who also executive produces, Fortune Feimster and London Hughes.
Produced by Free 90 Media (Lights Out with David Spade), The Netflix Afterparty is described as a first-of-its-kind weekly comedy panel show where comedians, casts, and creators come to chat about the streaming giant’s buzziest shows and films. Each episode will be dedicated to one of the latest Netflix movies or TV shows to hit the cultural zeitgeist, with the stars of that title participating in interviews, pop culture discussions, sketches and segments. Each week, the co-hosts will be joined by a different Netflix comedian to round out the panel.
The series is slated to premiere in 2021 with new episodes released on Sundays.
Produced by Free 90 Media (Lights Out with David Spade), The Netflix Afterparty is described as a first-of-its-kind weekly comedy panel show where comedians, casts, and creators come to chat about the streaming giant’s buzziest shows and films. Each episode will be dedicated to one of the latest Netflix movies or TV shows to hit the cultural zeitgeist, with the stars of that title participating in interviews, pop culture discussions, sketches and segments. Each week, the co-hosts will be joined by a different Netflix comedian to round out the panel.
The series is slated to premiere in 2021 with new episodes released on Sundays.
- 11/11/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: George Freeman, who saw a 20-year run at WME end in June and continued to represent most of his clients independently as manager, has landed at Brillstein Entertainment Partners. He has brought a lengthy list of clients with him.
Freeman’s list includes Russell Crowe; Dennis Quaid; director Ramin Bahrani; Adarsh Gourav, director and star of the upcoming Netflix film The White Tiger; American Gods, Hannibal & Pushing Daisies writer/EP Bryan Fuller; Florence Pugh, Oscar-nominated Little Women star who next co-stars in Black Widow); actor Arinze Kene (stars with Rachel Brosnahan in Amazon’s I Am Your Woman); actor Russell Tovey (Looking and Years and Years); and director Josie Rourke (Mary Queen of Scots).
A publicist before becoming an agent, Freeman said he chose Brillstein because he had such lasting relationships with its partners along his career track. None longer than CEO Jon Liebman. That relationship goes all the way back to kindergarten.
Freeman’s list includes Russell Crowe; Dennis Quaid; director Ramin Bahrani; Adarsh Gourav, director and star of the upcoming Netflix film The White Tiger; American Gods, Hannibal & Pushing Daisies writer/EP Bryan Fuller; Florence Pugh, Oscar-nominated Little Women star who next co-stars in Black Widow); actor Arinze Kene (stars with Rachel Brosnahan in Amazon’s I Am Your Woman); actor Russell Tovey (Looking and Years and Years); and director Josie Rourke (Mary Queen of Scots).
A publicist before becoming an agent, Freeman said he chose Brillstein because he had such lasting relationships with its partners along his career track. None longer than CEO Jon Liebman. That relationship goes all the way back to kindergarten.
- 10/1/2020
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO has renewed Bill Maher’s “Real Time” for two more seasons, the premium cable network announced Monday.
The pickup will keep the late-night talk show on the air through 2022.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at ‘Real Time’ have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Nina Rosenstein, HBO’s executive vice president of programming. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.”
“Real Time” moved back into its Los Angeles studio late last month after Maher spent much of the year taping the show remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic. “Yes, there’s a slightly greater risk of infection, but a much lower risk of stepping in dog s–,” he joked at the time,...
The pickup will keep the late-night talk show on the air through 2022.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at ‘Real Time’ have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Nina Rosenstein, HBO’s executive vice president of programming. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.”
“Real Time” moved back into its Los Angeles studio late last month after Maher spent much of the year taping the show remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic. “Yes, there’s a slightly greater risk of infection, but a much lower risk of stepping in dog s–,” he joked at the time,...
- 9/28/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Bill Maher will stay on HBO screens until at least 2022 after the premium cable network renewed his weekly talk show.
Real Time with Bill Maher has been on the WarnerMedia-owned network since 2003.
Maher has just returned to the studio, having spent much of last six months making the show from his backyard.
The executive producers of Real Time with Bill Maher are Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, Billy Martin with co-executive producer Chris Kelly, producer Matt Wood and director Paul Casey.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at Real Time have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Nina Rosenstein, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.
Real Time with Bill Maher has been on the WarnerMedia-owned network since 2003.
Maher has just returned to the studio, having spent much of last six months making the show from his backyard.
The executive producers of Real Time with Bill Maher are Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, Billy Martin with co-executive producer Chris Kelly, producer Matt Wood and director Paul Casey.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at Real Time have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Nina Rosenstein, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.
- 9/28/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Maher and his “Real Time” talk show will be back for at least two more years.
HBO has renewed “Real Time” through 2022, taking the show to its twentieth season. The pick up was announced by HBO programming EVP Nina Rosenstein.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at ‘Real Time’ have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Rosenstein. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.”
News of the renewal comes around six months after Maher came under fire for calling Covid-19 the “Chinese virus.” Maher later defended his comment on air, saying “it scares me that there are people out there who would rather die from the virus than call it by the wrong name.
HBO has renewed “Real Time” through 2022, taking the show to its twentieth season. The pick up was announced by HBO programming EVP Nina Rosenstein.
“For 18 seasons, Bill Maher and the talented team at ‘Real Time’ have given audiences an unparalleled platform for debate, comedy, and social discourse,” said Rosenstein. “We’re so happy to continue this partnership.”
“18 years – I can’t believe I’m turning 18 and HBO isn’t making me leave home,” added Maher. “Thrilled to be living under their roof for another couple of years.”
News of the renewal comes around six months after Maher came under fire for calling Covid-19 the “Chinese virus.” Maher later defended his comment on air, saying “it scares me that there are people out there who would rather die from the virus than call it by the wrong name.
- 9/28/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
‘Real Time With Bill Maher’: HBO Talk Show Brings Back Limited Audience & In-Person Roundtable Panel
Bill Maher has spent much of the last few months hearing canned laughter after his opening monologue on Real Time with Bill Maher.
This week, however, the comedian will hear the reaction of a live audience after the HBO show became the first major talk show to bring back a crowd.
This week’s episode of the show, which airs Friday at 10 pm, will tape with a limited 25-person studio audience and will also feature a roundtable discussion in the studio.
The show is thought to be the first talk show to bring back audiences following the Covid-19 production shutdown. A handful of gameshows are believed to be working on bringing in limited audiences, but it’s a sign of production slowly moving back towards how it was pre-Coronavirus.
This panel will include Peter Hamby, host of Snapchat’s political show Good Luck America and contributing writer for Vanity Fair,...
This week, however, the comedian will hear the reaction of a live audience after the HBO show became the first major talk show to bring back a crowd.
This week’s episode of the show, which airs Friday at 10 pm, will tape with a limited 25-person studio audience and will also feature a roundtable discussion in the studio.
The show is thought to be the first talk show to bring back audiences following the Covid-19 production shutdown. A handful of gameshows are believed to be working on bringing in limited audiences, but it’s a sign of production slowly moving back towards how it was pre-Coronavirus.
This panel will include Peter Hamby, host of Snapchat’s political show Good Luck America and contributing writer for Vanity Fair,...
- 9/10/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Bill Maher could become the first late-night host to return to the studio as his HBO show explores options following his summer break.
The most recent episode of Real Time With Bill Maher aired on June 26, with guests including John Bolton, Kara Swisher, Wes Moore and James Carville, from Maher’s home. Maher is now off on his traditional summer break until July 31.
In the meantime, producers and the network are looking at how they can get production safely back into the studio on his return. Sources tells Deadline that the show is continuing to monitor options to return to the studio.
This comes as Conan O’Brien became the first late night host to reveal that he was leaving his house with the former Tonight Show host moving his TBS show to Largo from Monday. Conan is set to have a small crew filming at the West Hollywood comedy...
The most recent episode of Real Time With Bill Maher aired on June 26, with guests including John Bolton, Kara Swisher, Wes Moore and James Carville, from Maher’s home. Maher is now off on his traditional summer break until July 31.
In the meantime, producers and the network are looking at how they can get production safely back into the studio on his return. Sources tells Deadline that the show is continuing to monitor options to return to the studio.
This comes as Conan O’Brien became the first late night host to reveal that he was leaving his house with the former Tonight Show host moving his TBS show to Largo from Monday. Conan is set to have a small crew filming at the West Hollywood comedy...
- 7/2/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Comedy Central is turning out the lights for David Spade’s late-night talk show.
The ViacomCBS network will not bring Lights Out With David Spade back to the channel after production of its regular show was upended by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Joe Dirt star Spade has been keeping busy during the lockdown with a number of online vignettes, featuring the stars of Netflix’s Tiger King doc series. Spade will continue with this social distancing show for the next few weeks, but Comedy Central will not bring the show back once production is able to resume.
Instead, the company, via its Comedy Central Productions banner, will attempt to shop the series to third party outlets.
The ViacomCBS network will not bring Lights Out With David Spade back to the channel after production of its regular show was upended by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Joe Dirt star Spade has been keeping busy during the lockdown with a number of online vignettes, featuring the stars of Netflix’s Tiger King doc series. Spade will continue with this social distancing show for the next few weeks, but Comedy Central will not bring the show back once production is able to resume.
Instead, the company, via its Comedy Central Productions banner, will attempt to shop the series to third party outlets.
- 4/3/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, Comedy Central has renewed “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” and HBO released the premiere date for Season 18 of “Real Time with Bill Maher.”
Dates
Season 18 of “Real Time with Bill Maher” will premiere Jan. 17, HBO announced. The upcoming season starts off with a bang as it leads with Nancy Pelosi as the first episode’s primary guest, Andrew Yang will appear as the mid-show guest, and Joe Walsh, Kara Swisher and Jon Meacham will speak as Maher’s roundtable guests. Directed by Paul Casey, “Real Time with Bill Maher” is executive produced by Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, Billy Martin. Chris Kelly serves as co-executive producer.
Renewals
Comedy Central has renewed “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” for a third season. The six-episode season, which will return Feb. 21, will highlight some of the best stand-up talent from the stage of the...
Dates
Season 18 of “Real Time with Bill Maher” will premiere Jan. 17, HBO announced. The upcoming season starts off with a bang as it leads with Nancy Pelosi as the first episode’s primary guest, Andrew Yang will appear as the mid-show guest, and Joe Walsh, Kara Swisher and Jon Meacham will speak as Maher’s roundtable guests. Directed by Paul Casey, “Real Time with Bill Maher” is executive produced by Maher, Sheila Griffiths, Marc Gurvitz, Dean Johnsen, Billy Martin. Chris Kelly serves as co-executive producer.
Renewals
Comedy Central has renewed “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” for a third season. The six-episode season, which will return Feb. 21, will highlight some of the best stand-up talent from the stage of the...
- 1/10/2020
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
FX Networks today announced that its critically acclaimed comedy series Baskets will come to an end with the show’s season four finale on Thursday, August 22 on FX. “Over four seasons, Baskets has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of ‘Chip Baskets’ and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is Baskets.” Baskets is executive produced by Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Marc Gurvitz and Andrea Pett-Joseph, and stars Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and Alex Morris. It is produced by FX Productions. Season four of Baskets continues Thursdays with the following episodes: Episode 7 – “Housewarming” – A carpet emergency interrupts Christine’s wedding plans.
- 8/1/2019
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
Baskets is coming to an end. The critically acclaimed comedy series starring Zach Galifianakis will wrap its run with the Season 4 finale on Thursday, August 22, FX said today.
“Over four seasons, Baskets has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of Chip Baskets and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is Baskets.”
In the three seasons that Baskets has been Emmy Award eligible, Louie Anderson won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and was nominated two additional times for his work as loving matriarch Christine Baskets. In 2017, Galifianakis received an Emmy nomination for...
“Over four seasons, Baskets has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of Chip Baskets and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is Baskets.”
In the three seasons that Baskets has been Emmy Award eligible, Louie Anderson won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and was nominated two additional times for his work as loving matriarch Christine Baskets. In 2017, Galifianakis received an Emmy nomination for...
- 7/31/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
FX’s comedy “Baskets” starring Zach Galifianakis and Louie Anderson will end after its current fourth season.
“Over four seasons, ‘Baskets’ has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of ‘Chip Baskets’ and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is ‘Baskets.'”
The now series finale is set for Aug. 22. “Baskets” joins fellow FX series “Legion,” which is airing its own series finale on Monday, Aug. 12.
“Over four seasons, ‘Baskets’ has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of ‘Chip Baskets’ and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is ‘Baskets.'”
The now series finale is set for Aug. 22. “Baskets” joins fellow FX series “Legion,” which is airing its own series finale on Monday, Aug. 12.
- 7/31/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
“Baskets” is coming to an end.
FX announced Wednesday that the series will end upon the conclusion of its current fourth season. The Season 4 finale on Aug. 22 will now serve as the series finale.
“Over four seasons, ‘Baskets’ has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of Chip Baskets and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, president of FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is ‘Baskets.’”
The series stars Galifianakis as twin brothers Chip and Dale Baskets. Chip trained to be a clown at a prestigious clowning academy in Paris but is only able to find work as a rodeo clown in Bakersfield, California.
FX announced Wednesday that the series will end upon the conclusion of its current fourth season. The Season 4 finale on Aug. 22 will now serve as the series finale.
“Over four seasons, ‘Baskets’ has taken its place among the great FX comedies as an endearing and hilarious look at the dreams and ambition of Chip Baskets and his extended, loving family,” said Eric Schrier, president of FX Entertainment. “This show has been a joy for everyone at FX and we are grateful to Jonathan Krisel, Zach Galifianakis, Louie Anderson, Martha Kelly and the rest of the cast and crew for giving us the gem that is ‘Baskets.’”
The series stars Galifianakis as twin brothers Chip and Dale Baskets. Chip trained to be a clown at a prestigious clowning academy in Paris but is only able to find work as a rodeo clown in Bakersfield, California.
- 7/31/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
“Lights Out With David Spade” premiered Monday and with it, Comedy Central put the show’s very first opening monologue online for all to see. Watch it above.
In the clip, Spade catches up on the last few months of news, with jokes about “X-Men: Dark Phoenix,” the Planned Parenthood leadership contest, the teenager who won $3 million playing Fortnite, the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, and more.
Monday’s premiere featured guests Neal Brennan, Whitney Cummings and Erik Griffin. Additional guests for the show’s first week include Jen Kirkman, Theo Von, Amy Schumer, Nick Swardson, Steve Byrne, Kaley Cuoco, Jim Jefferies, Al Madrigal, Sarah Tiana and Spade’s former “SNL” castmate, Dana Carvey.
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Executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz, the show is Comedy Central’s latest go at filling the...
In the clip, Spade catches up on the last few months of news, with jokes about “X-Men: Dark Phoenix,” the Planned Parenthood leadership contest, the teenager who won $3 million playing Fortnite, the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, and more.
Monday’s premiere featured guests Neal Brennan, Whitney Cummings and Erik Griffin. Additional guests for the show’s first week include Jen Kirkman, Theo Von, Amy Schumer, Nick Swardson, Steve Byrne, Kaley Cuoco, Jim Jefferies, Al Madrigal, Sarah Tiana and Spade’s former “SNL” castmate, Dana Carvey.
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Executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz, the show is Comedy Central’s latest go at filling the...
- 7/30/2019
- by Ross A. Lincoln
- The Wrap
Ahead of David Spade’s debut Monday on Comedy Central as its newest late-night host, the network announced the first group of guest panelists for “Lights Out.”
Spade will be joined by Neal Brennan, Whitney Cummings and Erik Griffin on Monday night’s premiere episode. Additional guests for his first week include Jen Kirkman, Theo Von, Amy Schumer, Nick Swardson, Steve Byrne, Kaley Cuoco, Jim Jefferies, Al Madrigal, Sarah Tiana and his former “SNL” cast mate Dana Carvey.
According to the network, “Lights Out” will feature Spade’s “signature take” on the pop culture news of the day and include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while also incorporating sketches and field segments.
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The show is executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz. Brad Wollack and Tom Brunelle of...
Spade will be joined by Neal Brennan, Whitney Cummings and Erik Griffin on Monday night’s premiere episode. Additional guests for his first week include Jen Kirkman, Theo Von, Amy Schumer, Nick Swardson, Steve Byrne, Kaley Cuoco, Jim Jefferies, Al Madrigal, Sarah Tiana and his former “SNL” cast mate Dana Carvey.
According to the network, “Lights Out” will feature Spade’s “signature take” on the pop culture news of the day and include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while also incorporating sketches and field segments.
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The show is executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz. Brad Wollack and Tom Brunelle of...
- 7/29/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
The debut of David Spade’s new late-night program is drawing closer.
Comedy Central said the program, “Lights Out with David Spade” would debut after its signature “The Daily Show” Monday, July 29 at 11:30 p.m. eastern. The series, will follow Trevor Noah’s evening program Monday through Thursday each week.
“Lights Out” is something different for Comedy Central – a program in the post “Daily” slot that doesn’t center on political discussion. For years, the Viacom-owned cable outlet has followed “Daily” with variations on its theme: comedic program that analyze the day’s social and political headlines. “Lights Out” will fill a place previously occupied by Stephen Colbert’s “Colbert Report,” Larry Wilmore’s “Nightly Show” and Jordan Klepper’s “The Opposition.”
Spade is expected to focus instead on news about popular culture. The series will include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while...
Comedy Central said the program, “Lights Out with David Spade” would debut after its signature “The Daily Show” Monday, July 29 at 11:30 p.m. eastern. The series, will follow Trevor Noah’s evening program Monday through Thursday each week.
“Lights Out” is something different for Comedy Central – a program in the post “Daily” slot that doesn’t center on political discussion. For years, the Viacom-owned cable outlet has followed “Daily” with variations on its theme: comedic program that analyze the day’s social and political headlines. “Lights Out” will fill a place previously occupied by Stephen Colbert’s “Colbert Report,” Larry Wilmore’s “Nightly Show” and Jordan Klepper’s “The Opposition.”
Spade is expected to focus instead on news about popular culture. The series will include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while...
- 6/6/2019
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
David Spade’s upcoming Comedy Central late-night show has a name and a premiere date.
“Lights Out With David Spade” is set to launch on Monday, July 29 in the timeslot following “The Daily Show With Trevor Noah.”
Per the network, the show will feature Spade’s “signature take” on the pop culture news of the day and include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while also incorporating sketches and field segments. Watch a preview for the show above.
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The show is executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz. Brad Wollack and Tom Brunelle of Free 90 Media serve as executive producers and showrunners. Frank Sebastiano is head writer and executive producer, with Chelsea Davison as supervising producer. Liz Plonka directs.
Jonas Larsen, Tara Schuster and Daniel Wolfberg are the executives in charge of production for Comedy Central.
“Lights Out With David Spade” is set to launch on Monday, July 29 in the timeslot following “The Daily Show With Trevor Noah.”
Per the network, the show will feature Spade’s “signature take” on the pop culture news of the day and include a rotating group of Spade’s comedian and celebrity friends, while also incorporating sketches and field segments. Watch a preview for the show above.
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The show is executive produced by Spade, Alex Murray and Marc Gurvitz. Brad Wollack and Tom Brunelle of Free 90 Media serve as executive producers and showrunners. Frank Sebastiano is head writer and executive producer, with Chelsea Davison as supervising producer. Liz Plonka directs.
Jonas Larsen, Tara Schuster and Daniel Wolfberg are the executives in charge of production for Comedy Central.
- 6/6/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
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