Coach Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Barry Kemp, Craig T. Nelson Writer(s): Barry Kemp Logline: Coach Hayden Fox’s now retired from coaching and is called back to become assistant coach to his own grown son, who is the new head coach at an Ivy league school in Pennsylvania that is just starting up a new team. Details: A sequel to the original ABC series "Coach," which aired for 9 seasons starting in 1989. Ordered straight to series. SSN Insight: NBC has picked up the series and ordered 13 episodes as of March 26.
Fancy Nancy Network: Disney Junior Logline: Based on the Fancy Nancy series that follow the adventures of a girl who likes to be fancy in everything from her creative, elaborate attire to her advanced vocabulary. Details: Based on the New York Times’ best-selling book series, Fancy Nancy, by Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. The series includes 60+ titles and has sold more than 28 million books. SSN Insight: Series will be developed into an original animated TV movie slated to premiere in 2017 complete with a licensing deal with Disney Consumer Products for related merchandise. The books’ publisher HarperCollins and Disney Publishing will team up on future books based on the television series.
First Dates Network: NBC Entertainment Production Company(s): A Very Good Production, Shed Media U.S. Executive Producer(s): Tom Shelly, Pamela Healey, John Hesling, Ellen DeGeneres, Jeff Kleeman Logline: Based on the British format, the show follows singles as they meet for the first time and have dates in a public restaurant. Each couple then decides if they want to see each other again. This "fly-on-the-wall" social experiment takes a candid look at today's world of dating. Details: Based on the British format. SSN Insight: NBC has given a series order of 8 episodes as of March 27.
MTX! Network: Disney XD Studio: No Studio Available. Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Steve Marmel Writer(s): Steve Marmel Logline: Ryan is a 14-year-old boy with the extraordinary ability to control technology with his mind – technopathy. After his secret power is revealed, he quickly learns that monsters have just been sent to destroy the city by an evil corporation. With danger looming, the only thing that can protect the citizens of Bay City is MTX, a 120-foot robot that only Ryan has the ability to control. First, Ryan must assemble a team that, together, has the skills needed to activate the complicated inner-workings of MTX. SSN Insight: Disney ordered a pilot on March 27. Potvin has previously guested on Disney Channel’s Girl Meets World and Jessie and per Deadline, Disney casting executives have been looking to find a starring vehicle for him. Disney has already begun filming in consideration for a series pickup. Shadowhunters Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): Constantin Film, Unique Features Executive Producer(s): Ed Decter (showrunner), Michael Reisz, Marjorie David, Robert Shaye, Michael Lynne Writer(s): Ed Decter Logline: Based on book series, The Shadowhunter Chronicles, the hour long series will begin with the first book, City of Bones and expand into later books as series progresses. Details: A spinoff of the 2013 feature film, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones. Based on the The Shadowhunter Chronicles book series by Cassandra Clare. SSN Insight: ABC Family has given a series order of 13 episodes. The series will go into production in May in Toronto, the cast has not been set.
Start Making Sense Network: IFC Production Company(s): Red Hour Films, Legendary Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Ben Stiller, Debbie Liebling, Stuart Cornfeld, Mike Rosenstein Writer(s): Jake Fogelnest Logline: Jack is desperately clinging to his fading relevancy as a best-selling author while his son, Shane, basks in popularity by expressing his teenage angst in 140 characters or less. As these generational voices collide they must navigate new waters of texts, trust and rock and roll. SSN Insight: IFC has ordered multiple scripts. Originates from Red Hour’s TV/digital production deal with Legendary, and the series is in contention for IFC’s 2016 lineup.
The Island Network: NBC Entertainment Production Company(s): Bear Grylls Ventures, Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Bear Grylls, Eden Gaha, Michael Brooks, Holly M. Wofford, Delbert Shoopman Logline: The series follows 14 American men who are abandoned on a deserted island without the basics of contemporary everyday life. The social experiment is aimed at determining if they have what it takes to survive, as they are left with only the clothes on their backs and minimal survival tools. The entire series is filmed by the men themselves. There are no prizes. No eliminations. No winner. No camera teams. The men must hunt for food, find source water, erect shelter, build a community and try to survive using only their strength, determination and know-how. Details: Based on the UK series, "The Island," which premiered on Channel Four on May 5, 2014. SSN Insight: NBC has given a series order of 6 episodes as of March 25.
Untitled Nasim Pedrad Comedy Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Nasim Pedrad Writer(s): Nasim Pedrad Logline: Storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: Pedrad has co-starred on the Fox/Universal TV comedy series Mulaney, has a recurring role on the Fox/20th TV comedy New Girl and is a regular on the upcoming first installment of Fox/20th TV’s comedy-horror anthology series Scream Queens.
The Very Fairy Princess Studio: Corus Entertianment’s Nelvana Enterprises Production Company(s): Nelvana Studio Executive Producer(s): Julie Andrews, Emma Walton Hamilton Logline: Chronicles the adventures of Geraldine, who knows deep down that she is a very fairy princess, despite all evidence to the contrary. Details: Based on Andrews’ and Hamilton’s No. 1 New York Times bestselling book series The Very Fairy Princess published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers and illustrated by Christine Davenier. SSN Insight: The series is will be ready for air in 2016 and produced in Toronto. Since the launch of the franchise in 2010, eight titles have come out, with a ninth book, The Very Fairy Princess: A Spooky, Sparkly Halloween, due in 2015.
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Après Ski Network: Bravo Production Company(s): Tricon Films & Television Executive Producer(s): Andrea Gorfolova, Jeffrey Hevert, Jameel Bharmal, Kevin Lee Logline: When the rich and famous want the ultimate winter ski vacation, the hottest place to go is Whistler, British Columbia where breathtaking mountain adventures are only rivaled by off slope après ski extravagance. In a town where the stakes are as high as the slopes, meet the well-groomed staff at this luxurious concierge company who are the behind-the-scenes magic-makers orchestrating once in a lifetime vacations for their upscale and demanding clients. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Below Deck Mediterranean Network: Bravo Production Company(s): 51 Minds Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Mark Cronin, Courtland Cox Logline: The "Below Deck" franchise is heading to the world’s oldest cruising grounds, the Mediterranean Sea, for its next super-yacht charter season. The new European setting not only provides spectacular scenery, culture and nightlife, but a whole new level of service standards and charter guest demands. Details: This series is a spinoff of "Below Deck," which premiered on Bravo in 2013. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Fit Club Network: Bravo Production Company(s): Lime Pictures, All3Media America Executive Producer(s): Stephen Lambert, Eli Holzman, Kate Little, Claire Poyser, Derek McLean Logline: Today's modern day Greek Gods are better known as New York City's hottest trainers whose bodies are their billboards. Their client lists include some of Manhattan's elite, from billionaire investors to world famous celebrities. With highly active lives both in and out of the gym, this project chronicles their friendships, romances and feuds as they fight to stay on top of the ultra-competitive world of fitness training. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Ladies of Dallas Network: Bravo Production Company(s): Goodbye Pictures Executive Producer(s): Richard Bye, Andrew Hoegl Logline: From glamorous galas to scintillating scandals, and supersized spending habits, life in the elite tier of the Dallas social scene is hard to crack, and even harder to maintain. Whether driven by vanity, personal validation, or career advancement, these Lone Star ladies all share the same goal- to climb the social ladder and stay on top. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Married to Medicine Houston Network: Bravo Production Company(s): FremantleMedia North America, Purveyors of Pop Executive Producer(s): Matt Anderson, Nate Green Logline: Diverse and driven young doctors and wives of physicians look like they have it all— educated, sexy and at the top of their game. But peel back the layers and you will see that new obstacles might threaten their momentum. After punishing years of sacrifice and putting life on hold, how they navigate marriage, children, family and social pressure will either derail their promising careers or prove that they can have it all. Details: This series is a spinoff of "Married to Medicine," which premiered on Bravo in 2013. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Mother Funders Network: Bravo Production Company(s): True Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Jennifer Morton, Leola Westbrook Logline: Meet the ambitious suburban ladies of Locust Grove, Georgia’s Parent-Teacher Organization. These moms are a real class act, parlaying their executive room experience to run the local PTO and raise thousands of dollars for the town’s local elementary school. Full of teachable moments, they give new meaning to "getting schooled." SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
My Fab 40th Network: Bravo Production Company(s): FremantleMedia North America, Purveyors of Pop Executive Producer(s): Thom Beers, Matt Anderson, Nate Green, Maty Buss Logline: The series delves into the world of extravagant 40th birthday parties where people put some serious "happy" into a righteous rite of passage. From unlimited budgets to lavish delicacies and over-the-top entertainment, fans will see why turning 40 is such a gift. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
NeNe and Kim: The Road to Riches Network: Bravo Production Company(s): True Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh and Lauren Eskelin, NeNe Leakes, Kim Zolciak Biermann Logline: Atlanta’s “most driven” housewives— NeNe Leakes and Kim Zolciak Biermann— drive out of their comfort zones and across the country to discover America on a one-of-a-kind adventure. The road to LA may be paved with good intentions, but that doesn’t mean they won’t occasionally drive each other crazy. Details: This series is a spinoff of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta” which premiered on Bravo in 2007. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Tour Group Network: Bravo Production Company(s): Monkey Kingdom Executive Producer(s): Will Macdonald, Jason Crosby, Amy Chacon Logline: A diverse and vibrant group set out on a mind-blowing vacation through the most stunning, eclectic and exclusive destinations around the globe. With varied personalities forced together in foreign environments, will this two month dream journey become too much adventure for these jetsetters, or will they make it a permanent vacation?. SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Recipe for Deception Network: Bravo Production Company(s): Embassy Row, Realizer Productions Executive Producer(s): Shauna Minoprio, Matt Berkowitz, Michael Davies Logline: In each stand-alone episode host Max Silvestri guides four new chefs through head-to-head elimination rounds in which they are tasked with creating a stunning dish featuring a main ingredient. The twist is that they have no idea what that ingredient is while cooking. Details: Based on the popular parlor game ‘Two Truths and a Lie.’ SSN Insight: Bravo announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
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Comedians of L.A. Network: Esquire Production Company(s): L. Plummer Media Executive Producer(s): Lemuel Plummer Logline: Series follows rising comedians in Hollywood as they tour in concert halls worldwide and appear in blockbuster movies trying to take their careers to the next level. As they live and work in the same circles, the camaraderie and rivalries will surface as they all stand on the precipice of stardom, hustling to arrive. SSN Insight: Esquire announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30. Partnership between Oxygen and Esquire with companion series, Living with Funny. The series will air during the same period on each network so fans can follow both shows seamlessly. Brandon T. Jackson is the first comedian to commit to both shows. Additional cast will be announced at a later date. Going Deep with David Rees Network: Esquire Production Company(s): True Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Christine Connor, Glenda Hersh, Jo Honig, David Rees and Steven Weinstock Logline: Comedian, writer and entrepreneur David Rees reveals the not so obvious complexities of the most seemingly simple things we do in everyday life. Each episode delves into the science and the history behind everyday tasks, attempting to de-familiarize the ubiquitous so as to increase our appreciation and wonder. SSN Insight: Esquire announced they gave a series order of eight episodes during upfronts on March 30.
Somm Network: Esquire Production Company(s): Left/Right productions Executive Producer(s): Banks Tarver and Ken Druckerman Logline: Master Sommelier is more than just a title; it’s a badge of honor, and to earn it you need to be a wine expert in mind, body, and spirit – an achievement measured by passing one of the world’s most difficult exams. If you can pass it, you’ll be let into a club with just over 200 members worldwide and granted access to the most desirable jobs in the entire food and wine industry. SSN Insight: Esquire announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
The Agent Network: Esquire Production Company(s): Herzog & Co. Executive Producer(s): Mark Herzog, Christopher G Cowen, Vince DiPersio, Josh Mamann Logline: The show chronicles the journey of four sports agents leading up to the 2015 NFL draft. From contract negotiations, endorsement deals, recruiting, private clubs and training to meetings with scouts and veteran players in the NFL, the series shows behind-the-scenes business dealings as the agents try to secure that top pick. SSN Insight: Esquire announced they gave a series order of 10 episodes, during upfronts on March 24.Ordered to series.
United States of Burgers Network: Esquire Production Company(s): Coolfire Studios Executive Producer(s): Jeff Keane, David Johnson and Steve Luebbert Logline: A new generation is looking to take burgers to a whole new level, and that means a bigger, better, more adventurous experience that dares the taste buds. In this 6-part competition series, ingenuity is on full display as backyard BBQ kings and up-and-coming culinary hopefuls have a shot to showcase their perfected version of one of the nation’s greatest obsessions: the burger. SSN Insight: Esquire announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
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Living with Funny Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): L. Plummer Media Executive Producer(s): Lemuel Plummer Logline: This companion docu-series to Comedians of L.A. showcases the personal lives behind the curtain of rising comedians in Hollywood and the women in their lives. Cameras will follow the howling tale of what happens when they drop the mic and come home to their family, friends and significant others. Because when you are a comedian, the jokes don’t stop just because the show does. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30. Brandon T. Jackson is the first comedian to commit to both series. Additional cast will be announced at later date. Crazy Talk Network: Oxygen Studio: NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution Executive Producer(s): Paul Faulhaber Logline: Hosted by Tanisha Thomas and Ben Aaron, the fast-paced, laugh-out-loud first-run comedic syndicated daily program raises an eyebrow on the most outlandish and sometimes bizarre moments on reality television. This half-hour series filled with raw and hilarious banter also invites reality stars to rehash their “15 minutes of fame” and provide insight behind their most-watched clips. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30. Tanisha Thomas was previously on Bad Girls Club and Ben Aaron was previously on WNBC’s New York Live. Series will tape in front of a live studio audience.
Pretty. Strong. Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Relativity Television and Ellen Rakieten Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Tom Forman, Brad Bishop and Ellen Rakieten Logline: It is football like you have never seen it before as fierce, young women engage in one of the roughest, yet fastest growing sports in the country — the Legends Football League. This is full contact, hard tackle football with two-time reigning champions the Chicago Bliss going for the coveted three-peat. These athletes are juggling careers as dentists, lawyers, and receptionists, but come game time, they are on a girl power-fueled mission to inspire, blaze trails and define the odds. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30. The Hustle Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): NCredible Entertainment, Evolution Media Executive Producer(s): Nick Cannon, Michael Goldma, Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin and Greg Stewart Logline: Being a boss is tough, but being an assistant is impossible. This coming-of-age series follows the dynamic and hard-working assistants to successful entrepreneurs and entertainers. These assistants are exposed to a life of privilege at work, traveling on private jets and attending lavish red carpet events, however, at the end of the day, they struggle just to pay rent and find time for their own personal lives. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Player Gets Played Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): DiGA Executive Producer(s): Tony DiSanto, Liz Gateley and Cheryl HornerSirulnick Logline: In each episode, one woman with a lurking suspicion will uncover a heartbreaking truth with the help of social media and friends when it’s revealed she is not the only woman in her boyfriend’s life. These young women are given the ultimate opportunity to change the game without letting him in on the plan. The newly empowered women will join together and plot a surprising confrontation to give the player a taste of his own medicine. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Douglas Family Gold Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): WV Enterprises, Lionsgate TV and Televisa USA Executive Producer(s): Wilmer Valderrama, Jessica Acevedo, Natalie Hawkins and Gabrielle Douglas Logline: Gabrielle “Gabby” Douglas stunned the world in 2012 by becoming the first African American in history to win the individual all-around gold medal at the Summer Olympics. Behind her meteoric rise was a supportive family willing to sacrifice everything for years to help her dream. The bi-coastal Douglas family shuttles between California and Ohio to support Gabby’s training regimen while also juggling their own lives. Her brother John is the family’s second Olympic hopeful in track and field, while devoted sisters Arie and Joy are eager to blaze their own paths. “Momager” Natalie keeps this tight-knit family in-check. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Boss Nails Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Jarrett Creative, Rock Shrimp Productions Executive Producer(s): Julie Jarrett, Seth Jarrett, Carmen Mitcho, Bobby Flay and Kim Martin Logline: Welcome to Tippie Toes Nail & Beauty Salon where Miami’s fashionistas come for one-of-a-kind pop-culture nail designs. This series centers on 26-year-old burgeoning business owner Dana Cody, known for her signature crystal embellished manicures that cost upwards of $10,000, as she juggles managing her boisterous staff, expanding her salon empire, and living up to the legacy her late mother left behind. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.
Preachers of Atlanta Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): L. Plummer Media, Relevé Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Lemuel Plummer, Holly Carter, Chris Costine and Mark Scheibalserving Logline: Atlanta is not only the home to fast cars, sprawling mansions and the southern elite, but a new generation of up-and-coming preachers who are superstars of the pulpit. Series will document the lives of the city’s young elite mega-pastors as they focus on the daily struggles and triumphs as husbands, wives, fathers, mothers and friends, while also maintaining their duties as men. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30. Time To Quit Your Day Job (working title) Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Original Productions, a FremantleMedia Company Executive Producer(s): Phillip D. Segal, Jeff Conroy and Kevin Williams Logline: Aspiring millennials will have the unique opportunity to pitch themselves and their innovative ideas to Randi Zuckerberg, Ido Leffler, Sarah Prevette and Lauren Maillian, who will also serve as mentors to the young professionals. These hopefuls will have to win the confidence of these four investors and prove they have what it takes to turn their concept into a viable business. SSN Insight: Oxygen announced they ordered the series during upfronts on March 30.