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'Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris': Will NBC's variety show succeed?Harris's new live show is one of many fall programs heading to network TV. 'Best' could be the riskiest program coming on the air this autumn.
'Longmire': How Hollywood looks at older TV viewers'Longmire' aired on A&E and became its highest-rated drama original show, but it was canceled by the network. It's now airing on Netflix. What benefit does the program give the streaming service?
Beyond broadcast: A guide to finding original showsBaffled by the new shows popping up on cable networks and streaming services? Here are some of the new go-to places for acclaimed programming.
Stephen Colbert: How 'The Late Show' will be different from his Comedy Central gigColbert takes over as host of CBS's 'Late Show' beginning on Sept. 8. He's previously been a correspondent on 'The Daily Show' and hosted 'The Colbert Report.'
Is TV in a reboot renaissance? Or are we just out of ideas?Several TV networks have announced reruns or spinoffs of 90s hits. What prompted the nostalgic move?
'Fargo': Anthologies breathe new life into storytelling on TVAnthology TV shows are everywhere with programs like 'True Detective,' 'American Horror Story,' and 'Fargo' winning over viewers and critics. What makes these programs so popular?
- How well do you know Jon Stewart's time on 'The Daily Show'?
On Aug. 6, Jon Stewart is reportedly stepping down as host of 'The Daily Show' after seeing the program through four elections and much political turmoil. The effect of Stewart and his show on America and the world was such that he was voted the most trusted newscaster in the country in a poll in 2009 despite the fact that his program centers on skewering the media and current events. As for the future, comedian Trevor Noah is taking over hosting duties for "The Daily Show."
How well do you remember Stewart's time on the program and some of his reactions to current events? Try out our quiz!
Conan O'Brien: Here's the special Comic-Con activity he's hostingO'Brien is broadcasting his TBS talk show from Comic-Con from Wednesday to Saturday and guests will include cast members from 'Game of Thrones' and 'The Walking Dead.'
Harry Shearer is back on board for 'The Simpsons'Shearer, who supplies the voice work for such 'Simpsons' characters as Mr. Burns and Smithers, has reportedly come back to the show. Following a contract dispute, the actor stated earlier this year that he'd be leaving.
'Avengers' star Patrick Macnee diesMacnee also appeared in the adaptation of 'Hamlet' starring Laurence Olivier and 'This Is Spinal Tap.' 'We were in our own mad, crazy world,' Macnee said of the popularity of the TV show 'The Avengers.' 'We were the TV Beatles.'
Most popular 'TV network' in 2016? Netflix.As online video giant Netflix continues to gain subscribers and converts, it looks on track to surpass TV's traditional broadcast heavyweights.
Dick Van Patten, best known as amiable patriarch on 'Eight is Enough,' has diedVan Patten, whose career spanned about eight decades, was known for a big smile framed by prominent cheeks and an effusive personality. He died on Tuesday.
'I did not tell the truth': Where does NBC's Brian Williams go from here?Williams is to return to the airwaves in August after being suspended for fabricating a story about his time reporting in Iraq 12 years ago. On Friday, he apologized for telling stories 'that were wrong.'
Canceled comedies find a second life online'Community,' 'The Mindy Project,' and other shows have been brought back by streaming services after being canceled by networks. How does this benefit streaming services?
- Dustin Diamond, aka Screech from 'Saved by the Bell,' convicted
Actor Dustin Diamond was convicted Friday of two misdemeanors stemming from a barroom fight.
'Aquarius': How NBC is experimenting with binge-watching'Aquarius' stars David Duchovny as a police detective working in the 1960s whose investigation leads him to Charles Manson. The show's first season episodes will all be put online following the premiere of the show in addition to airing weekly.
- American Idol winner: Nick Fradiani takes Season 15 crown
Rocker Nick Fradiani was crowned the Season 15 winner of "American Idol" – in the second to last season for the Fox TV show.
'Minority Report,' 'Scream Queens,' and more: A look at Fox's fall TV lineupNew shows airing on Fox next season include a small-screen adaptation of 'Minority Report' and the TV show 'The Frankenstein Code,' while Fox's hit 'Empire' will reappear next fall.
Why Fox is canceling 'American Idol' after 15 yearsAfter 15 years, the venerable American reality singing competition will leave the air in 2016.
Netflix proves more viewers want to call the shotsAs Netflix sets subscriber records, it continues to release high-caliber original content and its upcoming shows seem promising as well. More and more streaming options mean viewers are coming closer to cutting the cable cord altogether.
