With writers striking, the network upfronts try making the best of a flawed script
The major TV networks previewed their fall primetime lineups this week, with much of the usual fanfare. But the optimistic predictions and upbeat sales pitches mostly soft-peddled the fact that because of the ongoing writers' strike, there's no telling when some of the shiny new shows ordered for the coming season will actually see the light of day.
2023-05-19 00:52
Mayim Bialik opts not to host the final week of 'Jeopardy!' Season 39 in solidarity with writers on strike
Mayim Bialik is taking a stand for entertainment industry writers by choosing to stop her "Jeopardy!" hosting gig early.
2023-05-14 04:55
Writers strike: Studios want writers to trust them on streaming. Here's why they don't
When Indiana Jones tells Marion Ravenwood "Trust me" in "Raiders of the Lost Ark," she tries to punch him in the face (again). Writers striking against the major studios have a pretty good idea how she felt. Because when studios say, "Trust us," Hollywood's talent has a long history that explains why they don't.
2023-05-11 03:22