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The TV Genres Networks Are Leaning On Most for Fall 2026

The TV Genres Networks Are Leaning On Most for Fall 2026

A look at the genres—from sprawling procedurals to unscripted competitions—that networks are betting on to win viewers this fall season.

Weekly vs. Binge: Which TV Release Model Better Builds Viewing Habits?

Weekly vs. Binge: Which TV Release Model Better Builds Viewing Habits?

An analysis of whether the traditional weekly broadcast model or the modern streaming binge-drop is more effective at building lasting viewer habits.

Remember When Fall TV Meant a Single Night of Network Must-Sees?

Remember When Fall TV Meant a Single Night of Network Must-Sees?

A look back at the era of 'Must-See TV,' when networks curated appointment viewing and the entire country watched together, and what we lost in the age of streaming.

How Fall TV Preview Culture Helped Turn Premiere Week Into An American Entertainment Ritual

How Fall TV Preview Culture Helped Turn Premiere Week Into An American Entertainment Ritual

A look at how fall TV premiere week grew from a marketing schedule into a national cultural ritual, shaped by magazines, TV specials, and the internet.

Hayden Panettiere ‘Stuck Up for Background Actors When They Were Mistreated’ on ‘Heroes’ Set and ‘Knew Every Crew Members Name’

Hayden Panettiere ‘Stuck Up for Background Actors When They Were Mistreated’ on ‘Heroes’ Set and ‘Knew Every Crew Members Name’

Hayden Panettiere “stuck up for background actors when they were mistreated” on the “Heroes” set and “knew every crew members name,” her co-star Sendhil Ramamurthy lovingly remembered in a social media tribute to the late actor. Panettiere died on Aug. 16 at the age of 36. “Heroes” marked one of her most prolific TV series. She starred […]

Why Tightly Themed Programming Nights Can Still Work for Cable TV in 2026

Why Tightly Themed Programming Nights Can Still Work for Cable TV in 2026

Cable TV is fighting to stay relevant in the age of streaming with a new strategy: tightly curated themed programming nights. Here's why it's happening.

John Tesh Went From Sports Broadcasting to Music and Radio

John Tesh Went From Sports Broadcasting to Music and Radio

John Frank Tesh Jr., born on July 9, 1952, has carved out a multifaceted career in American media, transitioning from a well-known sportscaster and...

Stephanie Koenig Joins Apple TV+'s 'Platonic' for Season 3 in Recurring Role

Stephanie Koenig Joins Apple TV+'s 'Platonic' for Season 3 in Recurring Role

Stephanie Koenig Joins Apple TV+'s 'Platonic' for Season 3 in Recurring Role

Filmmaker Anna Mastro Signs with Verve for Representation

Filmmaker Anna Mastro Signs with Verve for Representation

Filmmaker Anna Mastro Signs with Verve for Representation

How Broadcast Networks Use Fall TV Preview Events to Signal Their Biggest Strategic Bets

How Broadcast Networks Use Fall TV Preview Events to Signal Their Biggest Strategic Bets

A look at how broadcast networks use annual fall TV preview events to signal their most important strategic priorities to advertisers and the industry.

How to decide what to keep, downgrade, or drop with a quick 2026 cable TV checklist

How to decide what to keep, downgrade, or drop with a quick 2026 cable TV checklist

Feeling overwhelmed by your 2026 cable bill? Our simple checklist helps you decide whether to keep, downgrade, or finally drop your service.

12 TV entertainment lanes to explore in 2026, from prestige drama to comfort reality

12 TV entertainment lanes to explore in 2026, from prestige drama to comfort reality

Beyond the endless scroll, discover the 12 key entertainment lanes defining cable TV in 2026, from high-stakes dramas to relaxing reality.