Shonda Rhimes struck TV gold by taking viewers inside the sexy and shocking inner workings of a fictionalized White House with Scandal. Now Shondaland is setting their sights on the unmistakable mansion once again — this time, with a twist. Prepare for The Residence this spring, a murder mystery revolving around the most disastrous (and deadly) state dinner in history, starring Uzo Aduba as wry detective Cordelia Cupp. The series will come calling on March 20. 

Sky has announced a new five-part limited series, Inheritance, from writer and actor Karla Crome, with BAFTA-nominee Gugu Mbatha-Raw taking on a leading role. The series begins filming this month in the UK and Jamaica, promising a gripping blend of historical intrigue and contemporary drama.

Morris Chestnut is stepping into the spotlight as Dr. John Watson in the upcoming CBS drama Watson. The show is set to premiere on Sunday, January 26, immediately following the AFC Championship Game, promising an exciting blend of medical drama and investigative intrigue.

Season 2 of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ is currently in production, with Tony Award and 2x Emmy Award winner Courtney B. Vance taking on the role of Zeus. This recast comes after the untimely passing of the beloved actor, Lance Reddick, who passed shortly after the first season. Vance says of his new role, “I know that stepping into this role of Zeus will be a memorable experience and I’ll be giving my brother, Lance Reddick, who left us way too soon, a heavenly hug.”

Mark your calendars! CNN is set to debut Luther: Never Too Much, a powerful documentary about the legendary Luther Vandross, on January 1 at 8 p.m. ET. Directed by Dawn Porter, the film explores Vandross' journey from his early days in Harlem and performances at the Apollo Theater to his rise as a master of love ballads.

CBS’s hit drama The Equalizer, starring Queen Latifah, is gearing up to expand its universe with a potential spinoff. Episode 516 of the current season will introduce two intriguing new characters who may lead their own series, according to sources.

Kevin Hart is back for another adrenaline-filled adventure in Die Hart 3, set to debut on The Roku Channel on December 13th. The series continues its unique blend of action and comedy, with Hart reprising his satirical role as a heightened version of himself—a comedic actor desperate to reinvent himself as an action star.

Hulu has released the highly anticipated trailer for Paradise, a gripping drama series from Dan Fogelman (This Is Us). Starring Sterling K. Brown, the series centers on the head of the Secret Service detail (Brown) tasked with protecting the President, played by James Marsden. But the stakes escalate quickly, as the trailer hints at a shocking murder—of the President himself—with Brown’s character as a potential suspect.

Lifetime is set to captivate audiences in 2025 with two new additions to its acclaimed "Ripped from the Headlines" series. These gripping dramas, based on real events, promise suspense and emotion, featuring standout performances from Dascha Polanco and Paige Hurd.

Hulu has officially renewed the legal drama series "Reasonable Doubt" for a third season. The announcement coincides with creator Raamla Mohamed signing an overall deal with 20th Television, a division of Disney Television Studios.

The wait is almost over—Prime Video’s hit series Harlem is back for Season 3, premiering on January 23. Fans can catch up on Seasons 1 and 2, now available for streaming, before diving into the fresh drama surrounding Angie (Shoniqua Shandai), Quinn (Grace Byers), Camille (Meagan Good), and Tye (Jerrie Johnson).

Damon Wayans Jr. is expanding his TV presence, adding another comedy to his lineup at CBS. His latest project, Overstepping, is a multi-cam comedy produced under his Two Shakes Entertainment banner with CBS Studios. Wayans Jr. enlisted Lauren Ashley Smith, known for her work as head writer on A Black Lady Sketch Show, to write and executive produce the new series.

CBS has officially extended Poppa’s House to a full season, adding five episodes to its original 13-episode order, bringing the total to 18. This move reflects CBS's confidence in the show’s appeal and popularity, as it has already drawn in a solid viewership of 6.41 million within its first week of multiplatform viewing.

Fifty years after Saturday Night Live debuted, its legacy continues to evolve, reflecting cultural shifts while spotlighting diverse voices. Original cast member Garrett Morris, the show’s first Black performer, recently shared his experiences on the show's early days and the racism he encountered in the writers' room when it launched in 1975.

Actor Tray Chaney, known for his unforgettable portrayal of "Poot" in HBO's iconic series The Wire, recently reunited with fellow cast members to celebrate and reminisce about the groundbreaking show that changed the television landscape. The reunion brought together some of the most notable names from the series, including Slim Charles (Anwan Glover), Michael (Tristan Wilds), Wee-Bey (Hassan Johnson), and DJ Quicksilva, offering fans a rare glimpse into their enduring bond and reflecting on the show’s legacy.

BET+ is ushering in the holiday season with the upcoming premiere of Style Me For Christmas on November 14. This heartwarming film is produced by Tressa Azarel Smallwood, founder of Megamind Media, a production company celebrated for its commitment to storytelling that uplifts and celebrates Black voices. Starring Naturi Naughton, known for her standout performances in Power and Queens, the movie promises a fresh take on holiday charm and festive vibes.

BET+ has confirmed that The Ms. Pat Show will return for its fifth season, and Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams has extended her overall deal with BET Media Group to develop new content across both streaming and linear platforms. This deal solidifies her ongoing relationship with BET, initially formalized in 2022, with her first project being the unscripted courtroom series Ms. Pat Settles It, now in its second season.

NBA star Anthony Edwards is expanding into unscripted television through his production company, Three-Fifths Media, partnering with Brent Montgomery's Wheelhouse to develop new content. Edwards, currently featured in Netflix’s docuseries Starting 5, co-founded Three-Fifths Media in 2019 with business manager Justin Holland.

Omarion is set to star as a complex hitman in Wild Rose, a new original series from AMC Networks' Allblk. Created by Deji LaRay (Johnson, Escaping Paradise), Wild Rose centers on Roosevelt, known as "Rose," a professional assassin raised in a family that operates a nonprofit organization as a front for a high-profile hit squad.

Regina Hall has inked an exclusive first-look deal with MGM Alternative, a branch of Amazon MGM Studios behind hit series like “The Voice,” “Survivor,” and “Shark Tank.” Through her production company, Rh Negative, Hall will create and produce original unscripted content, focusing on true crime, ensemble docuseries, and game show formats.