TV and Movie News (page 1049)

One Down, One To Go? Britney Spears Near Judging 'X Factor'
April 11, 2012 @ 1:03 pm PST    The X Factor     Sean Comer    
If the rumors prove true, "The X Factor" producer Simon Cowell's restaffing job seems one-third done. Entertainment Weekly reports that at long last, Britney Spears has entered "final-stage" negotiations that could land her alongside returning judges Cowell and Antonio "L.A." Reid when the 2011 prime time hit returns this fall. Early reports have her nailing down a $15-million deal but EW hasn't suggested how many seasons it might entail.

Matt Bomer Cameo Doesn't Keep 'Glee' From Season-Low Rating
April 11, 2012 @ 12:53 pm PST    Glee, Dancing with the Stars, White Collar, The Biggest Loser, NCIS, Fashion Star, The Voice, Cougar Town, Last Man Standing, Body of Proof     Sean Comer    
"Glee" once more graced FOX's 8 PM ET/PT after its six-week hiatus, but even Matt Bomer's talked-about guest spot didn't stop it from putting up season-low numbers. In fact, hits across several networks hit season-low numbers and ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" results show struck a series-low mark.

Zimmerman To Be Charged In Trayvon Martin Shooting
April 11, 2012 @ 11:52 am PST    NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams, CNN Live     Sean Comer    
Special prosecutor Angela Corey will announce at 6 PM ET that George Zimmerman will face criminal charges in the Feb. 26 shooting death of Trayvon Martin, NBC News has learned. The law enforcement official who informed NBC News correspondent Pete Williams of the forthcoming announcement on condition of anonymity did not disclose just what charges Corey would be filing.

What Is the Hardest Thing Darren Criss Had to Say on 'Glee?'
April 11, 2012 @ 11:48 am PST    Glee, Transformers     Andy Neuenschwander    
Last night saw "Glee" star Darren Criss taking on three songs (four if you count the mashup) and carrying the main storyline along with guest star Matt Bomer. But that wasn't as difficult for Criss as saying a single line in the episode. What was it? Find out here.

AMC Developing Another Series From 'The Walking Dead' Mind
April 11, 2012 @ 11:47 am PST    The Walking Dead     Sean Comer    
One typically doesn't leave behind an ATM that's spitting out money. AMC must figure there's still some oil in "The Walking Dead" creator and exec producer Robert Kirkman's well, because the network that has given the world the graphic novel-based zombie epic and five compelling seasons of "Mad Men" is bringing audiences another Kirman-helmed comic inspiration.

'New Girl' Season 1, Episode 20 Recap and General Appreciation - 'Normal'
April 11, 2012 @ 7:13 am PST    New Girl     Andy Neuenschwander    
Things progress between Jess and Russell to the point where she's ready (kind of) to bring him back to the apartment. Unfortunately, the guys are anything but "normal" while he's there.

'Glee' Season 3, Episode 15 Recap & Song List - 'Big Brother'
April 11, 2012 @ 7:11 am PST    Glee     Andy Neuenschwander    
The outcome of Quinn's car accident is revealed; Blaine's hotshot older brother comes to visit; Sue decides to help coach New Directions; Artie finds a new connection.

'The Voice' Season 2, Episode 13 Who from Team Adam and Team Cee Lo Went Home? Recap
April 10, 2012 @ 10:32 pm PST    The Voice     Andy Neuenschwander    
What's worse than a performance from Jessie J? A completely underrehearsed performance from Jessie J, backed by Team Christina. That's one "special treat" we got on "The Voice," which should probably just let its guest performers perform by themselves. When it came time for the results for Team Adam, Mathai was the first one named safe, followed by Tony Lucca.

'Ringer' Season 1, Episode 21 Recap - 'It's Called Improvising Bitch!'
April 10, 2012 @ 8:44 pm PST    Ringer, Degrassi: The Next Generation, Wild Things     Morgan Glennon    
Things are beginning to tie together on this week's episode of "Ringer". Who knew when we first started the show that Catherine, Andrew's bitter ex-wife, would play such a prominent role in everything? Or that Olivia was involved? Or that she was a lesbian? It was just truth-bomb after truth-bomb this week.

More Episodes Are Coming: 'Game of Thrones' Renewed for Season 3
April 10, 2012 @ 12:53 pm PST    Game of Thrones     Andy Neuenschwander    
"Game of Thrones" has officially been renewed for a third season, following the dynamite start to the second. But with the third book in the series running over 1,000 pages, can the TV show fit it all into one season?