Happy Good Friday, Passover, and Easter!
@jinxandbellatrix Easter photoshoot with my cats #fyp #catsoftiktok
All Other TV News
Fox Corp LGBTQ employees are reportedly outraged at Fox News’s recent coverage of the GOP’s attacks on the LGBTQ community. Fox Pride, “the resource group for LGBTQ+ workers and allies across Fox brands,” released a statement in an internal Slack message condemning Fox News’ recent coverage, specifically of Disney and Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
“Fox Pride denounces statements made regarding sexual orientation and gender identity on FOX News in the past week. While the internal support and resources Fox Corp. offers to LGBTQ+ employees are amazing and supportive, the public facing messaging and rhetoric is the opposite. We find it disheartening and a step backward in the acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.”
“FOX News is one of the most watched cable networks in the nation, and we must be mindful that the impact these words have on the LGBTQ+ community—especially youth. LGBTQ+ youth have the highest rate of suicide and words matter. Hateful words and generalizations about sexual orientation and gender identity have a direct impact on people’s lives. We are working to address and make sure our voices are heard.”
I mean, good for them for taking a stand, but also, maybe don’t work for such a hateful propaganda machine?
Fox's Disney meltdown by the numbers:
– Over 3 hours of coverage
– Over 350 mentions of "Disney"
– At least 53 segmentsFox is all in on their smear campaign accusing Disney of grooming, indoctrinating, and sexualizing children. https://t.co/Dtnh7a2Gk1
— Lis Power (@LisPower1) April 1, 2022
It sounds like the real villain from Bad Vegan, Anthony Strangis, has been up to his shenanigans again, this time preying on Jennifer Van Laar, a RedState writer, whom he married and divorced back in 2021. Van Laar is the reporter that leaked the photos of Democratic Congresswoman Katie Hill, which led to her resignation. It’s a very weird story.
Did you know that when you sign up for a streaming service through a device, like a Roku or a Fire TV, the device company takes a cut? I mean, it makes sense, I just somehow was unaware. Anyway, Roku might be in trouble, which explains why they’ve been trying to push out original content lately.
Speaking of, do you want a dumb TV, one that won’t sell all your information? Good luck with that!
This twenty-minute video argues that The Simpsons didn’t really become “The Simpsons” until the third season episode, “Flaming Moe’s.” It’s an interesting argument for Simpsons nerds to argue over.
Welcome to Wrexham will debut on FX on Hulu sometime later this year:
As you know, I take birthdays very seriously. I’m excited to unveil the @RMcElhenney Commemorative Urinal at @Wrexham_AFC Racecourse. pic.twitter.com/iALHZ3Cu8C
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) April 14, 2022
Congratulations on 20 years at Good Morning America, Robin Roberts!
Congratulations on 40 years at The Young and the Restless, Kate Linder!
In Development
- Dead Boy Detectives is being adapted into a series at HBO Max.
- The Man from Toronto, starring Kevin Hart and Woody Harrelson, has been acquired by Netflix.
- In Black and White: The Life of Sammy Davis, Jr. is being adapted into a limited series starring Elijah Kelley at Hulu.
- Cheeky, a comedy, is in the works at Peacock.
- Color My World With Love, a romantic movie starring Lily D. Moore and David DeSanctis, two leads with Down syndrome, has been ordered at Hallmark.
- The Illusionist Club, a series about teenage magicians, is being developed.
- A series about the troubled-teen reform industry based on actor Misha Osherovich’s experiences is in the works.
- Andrew Walker has signed an overall deal with Crown Media.
Casting News
- Dominique Fishback has been cast as the lead in the untitled Donald Glover and Janine Nabers series at Prime Video.
- Ben Rappaport and Alexandra Chando have been cast as the leads in the NBC drama pilot based on the Dutch series Adam & Eva.
- Meera Simhan will co-star in the ABC comedy pilot The Son-In-Law.
- Teri Polo is joining NCIS on CBS.
- LeVar Burton, Katlynn Simone Smith, Tamera Tomakili, and Tim Chantarangsu have been added to the cast of Blindspotting on Starz.
- Stephanie Hsu and David Castañeda have joined Poker Face on Peacock.
- Gabriella Pession, Edmund Donovan, and Natalee Linez have been cast in Tell Me Lies on Hulu.
- Tasha Smith has joined the untitled Lee Daniels horror film on Netflix.
- Sebastián Zurita is joining the cast of The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart on Prime Video.
- Dorothy Wang and Mimi Morris have joined Bling Empire on Netflix.
- Christopher Lloyd is returning to guest star in The Conners on ABC, reviving a role he played on Roseanne.
Mark Your Calendar
- Hacks returns on HBO Max on May 12.
- Ziwe returns on streaming on April 29 and on Showtime on May 1.
- Our Father will premiere on Netflix on May 11.
- The Color of Care premieres on Smithsonian Channel on May 1.
- Hungary for Democracy will air on Comedy Central on April 21.
- David Spade: Nothing Personal will debut on Netflix on April 26.
- So Dumb It’s Criminal Hosted by Snoop Dogg will debut on Peacock on April 20.
- Troppo will premiere on Freevee on May 20.
- The Boss Baby: Back in The Crib premieres on Netflix on May 19.
- When Worlds Collide will debut on Nickelodeon on April 21.
- The Simpsons: When Billie Met Lisa will debut on Disney+ on April 22.
- Chopped: Desperately Seeking Sous Chef will premiere on Food Network on May 31.
R.I.P.
Mike Bossy, Hockey hall of famer
Archie Eversole, Rapper
WATCH THIS
FRIDAY
Anatomy of a Scandal: Sienna Miller, Michelle Dockery, and Rupert Friend star in this new limited series that takes place in the posh world of British politics. Netflix
Come Dance With Me: In this new Freudian dancing competition, a talented child dancer pairs with their untrained parent. Jenna Dewan, Dexter Mayfield, and Tricia Miranda judge. Series premiere. 7 p.m., CBS
Swimming with Sharks: Based on the 1994 movie of the same name, in this new series a Hollywood assistant turns the tables on her abusive boss. Kieran Shipka and Diane Kruger star. Premiere. Roku
Bill Maher: #adulting: Bill Maher has a new standup special. Oh yay. Premiere. 9 p.m., HBO
SATURDAY
Saturday Night Live: Lizzo pulls double duty. 10:30 p.m., NBC
Men in Black marathon: I’m just saying, interesting timing, guys. 1 p.m., MTV
USFL Football: Apparently this is back? And Houston has a team? That plays in … Birmingham, Alabama? Sure. Anyway, the inaugural (again) game will be played between the New Jersey Generals and the Birmingham Stallions, if you’re interested. 6:30 p.m., Fox, NBC, and Peacock
SUNDAY
The First Lady: Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Gillian Anderson star in this new series as Michelle Obama, Betty Ford, and Eleanor Roosevelt respectively in this new series. Series premiere. 8 p.m., Showtime
Fear the Walking Dead: Alicia fights off a threat with the help of a mysterious stranger. Season premiere. 8 p.m., AMC
Doctor Who: Legend of the Sea Devils: The Doctor travels to 19th Century China which is under threat by pirate queen Madame Ching and a monstrous force. Premiere. 6 p.m., BBC America
Late Night:
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (Friday): Josh Brolin, The Who
FRI. | 7:00 | 7:30 | 8:00 | 8:30 | 9:00 | 9:30 |
ABC | Shark Tank (repeat) |
20/20 |
CBS | Undercover Boss (new) |
Magnum P.I. (new) |
Blue Bloods (new) |
CW | Charmed (new) |
Dynasty (new) |
Local |
FOX | Friday Night Smackdown | Local |
NBC | The Blacklist (new) |
The Endgame (repeat) |
Dateline |
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SAT. | 7:00 | 7:30 | 8:00 | 8:30 | 9:00 | 9:30 | 10:00 | 10:30 | 11:00 | 11:30 |
ABC | Shark Tank (repeat) |
American Idol (repeat) |
News/Local |
CBS | Bull (repeat) |
48 Hours | 48 Hours | News/Local |
CW | Whose Line Is It Anyway? (repeat) |
Would I Lie to You? (new) |
Masters of Illusion (new) |
Masters of Illusion (repeat) |
Local |
FOX | USFL Football (live) |
News/Local |
NBC | That’s My Jam (repeat) |
Dateline (new) |
Saturday Night Live (repeat) |
News/ Local |
Saturday Night Live (repeat) |
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SUN. | 6:00 | 6:30 | 7:00 | 7:30 | 8:00 | 8:30 | 9:00 | 9:30 |
ABC | America’s Funniest Home Videos (new) |
American Idol (new) |
The Rookie (new) |
CBS | 60 Minutes | The Equalizer (new) |
NCIS: Los Angeles (new) |
SWAT (new) |
The CW | Local | Riverdale (new) |
March (new) |
Local |
FOX | The Simp-sons (repeat) |
Call Me Kat (repeat) |
The Simp-sons (new) |
The Great North (new) |
Bob’s Burgers (new) |
Family Guy (new) |
Local/News |
NBC | American Song Contest (repeat) |
Weakest Link (new) |
Transplant (new) |