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How Game of Thrones Raised the Visual Stakes for New TV Dramas

How Game of Thrones Raised the Visual Stakes for New TV Dramas

Exploring how Game of Thrones' massive budgets and cinematic visuals created a new standard for television, forcing streaming rivals to follow suit.
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Why Practical Effects Still Matter in Streaming-Era TV Premieres

Why Practical Effects Still Matter in Streaming-Era TV Premieres

In a world of CGI-driven television, some of the biggest streaming hits are proving that practical effects are more vital than ever for realism and performance.
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James Garner Left Maverick After a Contract Dispute in 1960

James Garner Left Maverick After a Contract Dispute in 1960

Maverick, an American Western television series, captivated audiences from September 22, 1957, to July 8, 1962, across five seasons on ABC. Created...
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How Virtual Production Is Changing the Way TV Shows Are Made

How Virtual Production Is Changing the Way TV Shows Are Made

Virtual production, using massive LED screens and game engine technology, is revolutionizing how television is made, creating more immersive visuals.
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How the Traditional TV Production Calendar Leads to a September Premiere

How the Traditional TV Production Calendar Leads to a September Premiere

Ever wonder why so many shows return in the fall? Explore the year-long production calendar that dictates which series are ready for a September TV premiere.
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‘Star Trek’ New York Comic-Con Panel to Feature William Shatner, ‘Starfleet Academy’ Season 2 Stars (EXCLUSIVE)

‘Star Trek’ New York Comic-Con Panel to Feature William Shatner, ‘Starfleet Academy’ Season 2 Stars (EXCLUSIVE)

The “Star Trek” panel at New York Comic-Con will feature a special conversation with franchise legend William Shatner, Variety has learned exclusively. Shatner’s appearance comes as “Star Trek” is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. He famously played Capt. James T. Kirk in “Star Trek: TOS” for three seasons as well as “Star Trek: The […]
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How Color Grading Helps Different TV Dramas Build Distinct Visual Identities

How Color Grading Helps Different TV Dramas Build Distinct Visual Identities

Ever wonder why shows like 'Ozark' look so different from network TV? The answer is color grading, a key tool that shapes a show's mood and ambition.
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How Reshoots and Recasting Can Transform a TV Pilot

How Reshoots and Recasting Can Transform a TV Pilot

Learn how the high-stakes process of TV reshoots can save a show from disaster, completely recast characters, and turn a failed pilot into a hit.
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How TV Pilots Use Visual Storytelling to Introduce a Series

How TV Pilots Use Visual Storytelling to Introduce a Series

Fall TV premieres are expert lessons in visual storytelling, using color, costume, and setting to convey plot and character without a single word.
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September Premieres That Give Fans Plenty to Speculate About

September Premieres That Give Fans Plenty to Speculate About

This September, a new slate of TV shows is poised to launch a thousand fan theories. Here are the premieres that will have you guessing all season.
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Suranne Jones' Husband Laurence Akers Expands Production Role with TeamAkers Productions

Suranne Jones' Husband Laurence Akers Expands Production Role with TeamAkers Productions

Suranne Jones' Husband Laurence Akers Expands Production Role with TeamAkers Productions
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Ryan Seacrest Expresses Enthusiasm for 'American Idol' Relocation to Georgia for 25th Season

Ryan Seacrest Expresses Enthusiasm for 'American Idol' Relocation to Georgia for 25th Season

Ryan Seacrest Expresses Enthusiasm for 'American Idol' Relocation to Georgia for 25th Season