CBS has released a first look teaser for “Beyond the Gates,” the first new daytime broadcast soap opera in years, which launches in place of “The Talk” in the new year. Project is the first to come from a CBS Studios/NAACP joint venture.
Per the show’s logline: “‘Beyond the Gates’ is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, D.C., and in one the most affluent African American counties in the United States. Here you’ll find a posh gated community with winding tree-lined streets and luxurious mansions to call home. At the center of this community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty. But behind these pristine walls and lush, manicured gardens are juicy secrets and scandals waiting to be uncovered. And those who live outside these gates are watching closely. These are the places where our characters live, love, work and play. Those who have ‘made it’ and those who haven’t are all trying to navigate life … and some with more grace than others.”
The series, which is created in partnership with P&G Studios, premieres on Feb. 24. It will air weekdays at 2 p.m. ET/ 1 p.m. PT on CBS, and also will stream on Paramount+.
“Beyond the Gates” stars Tamara Tunie, Clifton Davis, Daphnee Duplaix, Karla Mosley, Alex Alegria, Lauren Buglioli, Brandon Claybon, Timon Kyle Durrett, Sean Freeman, Ben Gavin, Marquita Goings, Jibre Hordges, Jen Jacob, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, Mike Manning, RhonniRose Mantilla, Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad and Arielle Prepetit.
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Following the live stream of “Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson,” which became the most-streamed global sporting event ever, Netflix has announced a sports series examining the life of boxer Mike Tyson.
The official description for the show reads: “Tyson’s legacy extends far beyond the ropes of the boxing ring, cementing him as one of the most compelling and polarizing figures of our time. From his meteoric rise as the ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ to his personal struggles – including a period of incarceration and widely publicized struggles – and eventual redemption, this series will explore the man behind the gloves.”
Of the show, Mike Tyson said: “Having an opportunity to share my story through the reflective lens of my growth and maturity in a multi-part documentary on Netflix will be a challenging journey, yet a very welcoming one. Most people are too scared to look at their lives objectively, wanting to paint themselves as the hero of their own story. But if we are truly objective, we know we can never be the hero in our own story.”
The show will be executive produced by Ian Orefice of EverWonder Studio, Jim Gray of Scratchy Productions, Michael Hughes and Greg C. Lake of DLP Media Group, Douglas Banker of Five All in the Fifth Entertainment and Floyd Russ, who is also directing.
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“Clean Slate” starring Laverne Cox and Geroge Wallace to premiere Feb. 6 on Prime Video.
The official logline is: “This heartfelt comedy follows Harry (Wallace), an old-school car wash owner in Alabama who has a lot of soul searching to do when the child he once called ‘son’ returns after 17 years as a proud trans woman named Desiree (Cox). Her homecoming brings together a hilarious cast of friends, coworkers, and love interests as Desiree and Harry try to get it right the second time around. The series explores universal themes of unconditional love, all through Norman Lear’s signature boundary-pushing brand of comedy.”
Cox will serve as co-creator and executive producer for Laverne Cox Productions, with Wallace and Dan Ewen also co-creating and executive producing the series. Norman Lear’s Act III Productions, Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios will produce.
“Clean Slate” was originally ordered to series at Amazon Freevee, but found a new home following the shutdown of Freevee. Telma Hopkins, D.K. Uzoukwu, Jay Wilkison, and Norah Murphy also star.
See a first look at “Clean Slate” below:
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“Deal or No Deal Island Aftershow With Boston Rob” to premiere Wednesday Jan. 8.
Season 1 islander and “Survivor” winner Boston Rob will will sit down each week with eliminated players to break down gameplay, talk island drama and share never-before-seen footage from the show.
Episodes of the aftershow will be available to stream on Peacock, NBC’s YouTube channel and NBC.com every Wednesday following new episodes of “Deal or No Deal Island,” which will air Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC beginning Jan. 14.
In “Deal or No Deal Island,” briefcases are hidden around the island with $200+ million in prize money split between them. Players compete in challenges to secure the briefcases that will be used in that night’s game of “Deal or No Deal.” The player who snags the highest-value case gains immunity and gets to choose a fellow player to enter “The Temple.”
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Dropout releases season two trailer for “Dimension 20: Dungeons and Drag Queens.”
The comedy streaming service announced Dungeon Master Brennan Lee Mulligan will return to lead returning players Bob the Drag Queen, Jujubee, Alaska Thunderfuck and Monét X Change on a new adventure.
This new season of “Dimension 20” will begin airing two weeks ahead of the sold out live show led by Mulligan at Madison Square Garden, where “Dimension 20″s core cast will present “Gauntlet at the Garden,” a spinoff of “Dimension 20” season “The Unsleeping City.”
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The season finale of the NBC drama “Brilliant Minds” will now air as a special event with back-to-back episodes on Monday, Jan. 6 at 9 p.m. ET. The Season 1 finale was originally scheduled to air a week later, on Monday, Jan. 13.
Inspired by the life and work of author and physician Oliver Sacks, “Brilliant Minds” stars Zachary Quinto as a larger-than-life neurologist who guides a team of interns to push boundaries while grappling with their own mental health.
Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh LaThrop, Alex MacNicoll, Aury Krebs, Spence Moore II, Teddy Sears and Donna Murphy also star. “Brilliant Minds” is written and executive produced by Michael Grassi. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman, Lee Toland Krieger, DeMane Davis, Melissa Aouate, Henrik Bastin, Jonathan Cavendish, Andy Serkis and Shefali Malhoutra also executive produce.
In other TV news:
PROGRAMMING
The Women’s Sports Network has launched a dedicated channel on Samsung TV Plus, extending the free streaming program’s distribution profile.
Since launching in 2023, the Women’s Sports Network has aimed to break barriers for women’s sports with over a thousand hours of programming across 30 territories. Productions range from exclusive live games to regular and post-season coverage with female athletes.
“At Samsung TV Plus, we believe in the power of women’s sports to inspire, unite and break boundaries,” said Sarah Nelson, head of business development & strategic partnerships at Samsung TV Plus. “We are proud to partner with the Women’s Sports Network to showcase League One Volleyball and bring fans closer to the action, passion, and energy.”
The network has over 10 league partnerships, most recently securing one with the official fast partner of League One Volleyball.
EXECUTIVES
The E.W. Scripps Company has hired Adam Harman as senior vice president of programming.
Harman has over 20 years of experience working in media and entertainment, including 11 years at A+E Networks, most recently in the role of vice president of strategy and acquisitions. Before his time at A+E, Harman worked at NBCU’s Style Network and the Hallmark Channel.
He will oversee programming and content acquisition strategy for Scripps’s portfolio of networks including broadcast network Ion.
“As Scripps continues to evolve its content strategy to connect with audiences and advertisers on every platform, Adam is an ideal leader to steer our programming team,” said Keisha Taylor Starr, chief marketing officer and general manager, Scripps Networks. “Adam has the ability to seek out the bold and impactful content consumers crave, and his industry relationships will help Scripps continue delivering it to our audiences wherever they tune-in.”
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The Network has hired producer Hilary Shor as its head of production.
Shor has worked in the industry for over 25 years, producing films like “Children of Men” and “The Paperboy.” She worked with Lee Daniels on “The Deliverance,” “The United States vs. Billie Holiday” and “The Butler” and is a longtime collaborator of Aram Rappaport, founder of The Network.
“I am so thrilled to be officially joining the team at The Network,” Shor said. “Aram and I have collaborated on a number of projects now and I wholeheartedly believe in the approach that he is taking to create premium content that not only speaks to consumers, but allows artists to explore new territory and take a more active role in the creative process.”
Before stepping into her new role at The Network, Shor was president of production for Hit and Run Productions. There, she served as a liaison on Disney animated films like “Tarzan” and “Brother Bear.”
EVENTS
The second season of Apple TV+’s “Severance” will play as the opening night program for PaleyFest LA 2025.
The screening will be followed by an advanced preview of the finale and a conversation with the cast and creative team at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
“Severance” follows work leader Mark (Adam Scott) at Lumon Industries, where employees have their memories separated from their work and daily lives. Season two follows Mark and his friends finding out the consequences of messing with the severance barrier.
“We’re thrilled to announce the return of PaleyFest LA and our opening night program Apple TV+’s ‘Severance,’” said Maureen J. Reidy, the Paley Center’s President & CEO. “We look forward to another exceptional festival and extend our tremendous thanks to our friends at Citi and the William S. Paley Foundation for their generous and continued support of PaleyFest LA.”
The festival runs from March 21 to March 30.
