TV Stats: January Saw Highest Streaming Yet
TV entertainment can be accessed anytime, anywhere, and on almost any device. That’s a far cry from previous decades when most viewing happened around a TV set, often live for must-see shows. Today, audiences have many viewing options, a testament to innovation in the video programming marketplace and ubiquitous, powerful broadband networks. In fact, Nielsen recently reported that the first month of 2024 set records for streaming TV viewership.
“Diarra From Detroit” Signals BET Studio’s Entrée to Scripted TV
BET Studios is debuting its first-ever scripted series “Diarra from Detroit,” marking a new creative pivot from the studio and network. After a freshly divorced schoolteacher, Diarra, goes on a Tinder date with the man of her dreams, his sudden disappearance sends her on an investigation that leads her through the Detroit underworld. From executive producers Diarra Kilpatrick (who also stars in the lead role) and Kenya Barris (“Black-ish”), the comedy-drama series is set to premiere on March 21 on BET+. The plot thickens: The show follows Diarra as she and her reluctant friends work to solve
TV Networks Are Spotlighting Black Culture and History
As February unfolds, so does the celebration of Black History Month—a time to reflect, honor, and amplify the stories and contributions of the Black community throughout history. Cable TV networks play a pivotal role in bringing these narratives to the forefront, offering a platform to showcase the richness, diversity, and resilience of the Black experience. Cable TV networks have been instrumental in ensuring that these narratives receive the attention they deserve, reaching a wide audience and fostering a greater understanding of the Black experience. Here are just a handful of networks that
Dedication To Mission, Tech Aids C-SPAN’s 2024 Election Coverage
NOTE: NCTA talked to C-SPAN at the end of January, before President Biden visited South Carolina the weekend of January 27th, and before the Nevada and South Carolina nominating contests. As the 2024 election gets underway with primaries, nominating conventions, and the general election in the fall, NCTA spoke in late January with C-SPAN Political Editor Nate Hurst to learn how the network is covering this year’s elections, coast to coast. C-SPAN is a public affairs news network created by the cable industry, that covers the federal government’s day-to-day proceedings as a public service in
Celebrating 20 Years of TV One
TV One, known for its commitment to highlighting and showcasing the diversity of Black culture and entertainment, turns 20 years old today. Established on January 19, 2004, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, by Radio One (now Urban One), TV One was founded to provide a platform for stories and voices often underrepresented in mainstream television. Today, the network serves over 44 million households. Take a look at some of the network's defining moments. Early Hits In its early years, TV One introduced a variety of shows that became instant hits. Series like "Unsung" delved into the lives and
TV Stats: Celebrating TV’s Best
This week, the TV industry came together to celebrate the best of the best on the small screen at the 75th Emmy Awards. Held at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, the night honored the casts, crews, writers, actors, and more who work to deliver entertainment and programming enjoyed by millions around the country and world.
Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X: National Geographic's Upcoming Docuseries
With Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaching, National Geographic is gearing up to release a new eight-part docuseries that delves into the complex lives of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. The docudrama aims to examine not only the historical events that these two iconic figures inspired but the important people in their lives that helped shape their identities. The series hopes to pay homage to the legacies of both men and their family members and to serve as a timely reminder of the ongoing relevance of their contributions to the fight against racial inequality. Divergent Paths As the
Celebrating TV in 2023 Before Diving Into 2024
In preparation for the exciting television lineup in 2024, it’s worth taking a look back at some of the innovative storytelling and TV network milestones in 2023. Viewers can look forward to their favorite TV networks to continue to deliver top-notch, compelling, inclusive, and award-winning programming in the new year. Stay tuned! Centennial Milestones Disney Disney marked its 100th anniversary in October, with the Disney Channel and Disney Junior standing out as influential forces in shaping the entertainment landscape. In 1983, the Disney Channel debuted as a premium cable channel, offering
Unwrapping Holiday Magic on TV
'Tis the season for heartwarming tales and festive cheer as cable TV networks unwrap their holiday programming, offering viewers a delightful escape into the magic of the season. TV network crews work tirelessly throughout the entire year to film and produce holiday movies for this very season, and the end result is a joyful space for viewers to celebrate the "most wonderful time of the year." Take a look below at a handful of festive programming to look forward to this month. Hallmark Hallmark's beloved "Countdown to Christmas" holiday lineup this year includes 40 new original movies, and
Behind the Lens of National Geographic's 'Incredible Animal Journeys'
What does it take to create an extraordinary and authentic nature series about the arduous journeys that animals make out in the wild? Time, patience, cutting-edge technology, and a large crew of filmmakers, producers, and scientists. NCTA recently had the privilege to interview Sarah Gibbs and Mark Brownlow, the executive producers of National Geographic's newest series, "Incredible Animal Journeys," to learn more about how a production of this magnitude is put together, which was filmed over the course of three years on all seven continents. Read a few highlights from the interview below