We’ve been looking at this year’s hot pilot scripts for the last few weeks here at SSN, and for our final round we’re doing a sampling of some of the new projects that could be the next big thing for HBO, Starz, Syfy, SundanceTV, and FX.

There are modern comedies about a woman on the verge of a breakdown, sexy dramas from Soderbergh, fantasy and magic at Syfy, and gritty period dramas. Take a look and keep an eye out for these five potential breakout hits. Network: HBO Writers/Producers: Lucy Prebble, Sarah Silverman, Ash Atalla, Amy Zvi, Dan Hine, Charlie McDowell Synopsis: Follows a pathologically honest woman in the midst of her modern midlife crisis. SSN Insight: Silverman stars alongside Jack Davenport (Smash), Kerri Kenney (Reno 911!), and Mark Cohen in this Seattle-based comedy about a woman on the verge of a nervous breakdown. The tone is slightly different than HBO’s Enlightened, which starred Laura Dern as another woman in the midst of a meltdown. This one’s all about Silverman’s blunt, hilarious, sometimes cringe-worthy comedic style. Silverman has been showing a more dramatic side recently in Masters of Sex and the Sundance film I Smile Back, so this one – with elements of comedy and drama – is a chance for her to showcase her range. Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Writers/Producers: John McNamara (Prime Suspect)/Sera Gamble (Supernatural) wrote the script, Michael London and Janice Williams are producing Synopsis: A group of 20-somethings studying magic in New York find that the magical fantasy world they read about as children is all too real. SSN Insight: This one’s an adaptation of Lev Grossman’s bestselling fantasy book trilogy, and it’s a perfect fit for Syfy – fantastical worlds, magic, adventure – no flying sharks though. They hired Mike Cahill (Another Earth, I, Origins) to direct the pilot, which was a smart move – he’s able to take a tiny budget and make a film that looks like a big-budget sci-fi feature, so it’ll be interesting to see what he does with this one. Network: AMC Studio: Sony TV/AMC Studios Writers/Producers: Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Sam Catlin, James Weaver, Neal Moritz, Vivian Cannon, Ori Marmur, Ken Levin, Jason Netter, Garth Ennis, Steve Dillon Synopsis: A conflicted preacher in a small Texas town develops the ability to make people do anything he says. Along with his ex-girlfriend and an Irish vampire, he embarks on a journey to find God. Literally Based on the 1990s cult comic book series. SSN Insight: This story is all kinds of crazy – in a good way. Yes there are vampires, but this is miles away from Twilight. It’s a dark, seedy world comic book lovers and fans of thought-provoking, noir tales will love. Rogen and Goldberg are directing, but don’t expect a pothead, bromantic comedy. Network: SundanceTV Writers/Producers: Jim Mickle and Nick Damici, Nick Schumaker, Jeremy Platt, E.L. “Evan” Katz, Linda Moran Synopsis: A pair of best friends and martial arts experts struggle through misadventure in a bid to stay on the right side of the law in 1980s East Texas. SSN Insight: This one is based on the book series by Joe Lansdale, and the six-episode series would air in 2016. It’s funny, suspenseful, violent and chockfull of insane characters. Think Hunter S. Thompson meets Tarantino meets Blood Simple. The dialogue is sharp and it has the potential to be stylistically very interesting, with the right director. Network: Starz Writers/Producers: Steven Soderbergh, Philip Fleishman, Lodge Kerrigan, Amy Seimetz Synopsis: Explores the relationships of the most exclusive courtesans who provide their clients with far more than just sex. These purveyors – or GFEs (Girlfriend Experience) – share intimacies more common to romantic partners or husbands and wives, becoming quasi-lovers and confidants who are richly paid for their time. SSN Insight: This anthology series was inspired by Soderbergh’s 2009 feature, starring Sasha Grey. Riley Keough (The Runaways, Magic Mike) stars and Kerrigan and Seimetz write and direct. It’s a sexy drama that should appeal to the Starz audience. It could very easily veer into melodrama, depending on the execution, and the feature version didn’t exactly break records, but there’s potential here. Network: FX Studio: Fox 21/Imagine TV/FX Productions Writers/Producers: Kurt Sutter, Paris Barclay, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo Synopsis: A warrior knight in King Edward II’s charge is broken by the ravages of war and vows to lay down his sword. But when that violence finds him again, he is forced to pick up the bloodiest sword of all. SSN Insight: Sutter and Barclay helped make Sons of Anarchy one of the sexiest, toughest, rawest dramas on TV, and the script for Bastard Executioner hints at more great things to come – this time with knight’s armor instead of biker gear. They’ve also assembled a great cast, with Katey Sagal, Sutter, Lee Jones, Stephen Moyer, Sam Spruell, Timothy V. Murphy, Flora Spencer-Longhurst, Darren Evans, Danny Sapani, Sarah White, Sarah Sweeney, Matthew Rhys. Great writing and Barclay behind the camera bode well for this FX offering.

Network

I Can Do That Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Armoza Formats Executive Producer(s): Marlon Wayans, Audrey Morrissey, Matilda Zoltowski, Avi Armoza Logline: The show challenges its celebrity cast members to stretch beyond their comfort zones by putting on a new act each week. Each week, the regulars will work in pairs to put on an act with the help of guest stars who work in other fields, such as magicians, acrobats and stunt performers. At the end of the season, one of the regulars will be crowned "the ultimate entertainer." Details: Based on the Israeli format, "I Can Do That." SSN Insight: NBC has ordered 6 episodes on March 3.

The Reaper Network: NBC Entertainment Production Companies: Macmillan Publishing, The Weinstein Company Executive Producer(s): Brendan Deneen, Marc Resnick Logline: Nicknamed "The Reaper" by his battalion, Nicholas Irving became one of its deadliest snipers, breaking records for enemy kills in a single deployment. The first African-American ever to serve as a sniper in his battalion, Irving's story gives an inside look at his development in the military, what those in the special operations community go through and the sacrifices they make to their country and families. Details: Based on the autobiographical memoir,"The Reaper: Autobiography of One of the Deadliest Special Ops Snipers," written by Nicholas Irving with Gary Brozek and published by St. Martin's Press on January 27, 2015. SSN Insight: Planned as a 6-hour miniseries. Cable

Best Friends Whenever Network: Disney Channel Production Company: It's A Laugh Productions Executive Producer(s): Michael Kaplan, Jed Elinoff, Scott Thomas Writer(s): Jed Elinoff, Scott Thomas Logline: Centers on teenagers Shelby and Cyd, who when a science experiment goes wrong, become unstuck in time, leaping forward and backward whenever they want and sometimes even when they don’t. Now with the help of their next-door neighbor, teenage genius Barry, the girls must learn to master their awesome new power as they time-shift through high school. SSN Insight: Ordered to series on March 6. Shelley Jensen (Austin & Ally) will direct multiple episodes. Production begins in March for a premiere later this year.

Shooter Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions, Paramount Television Executive Producer(s): John Hlavin, Mark Wahlberg, Stephen Levinson, Lorenzo di Bonaventura Writer(s): John Hlavin Logline: Based on the film about a marksman and former U.S. Marine scout sniper who is coaxed back into action, only to be framed for murder and have to go on the run. Details: Based on the film, "Shooter," (2007) directed by Antoine Fuqua, which was based on the novel "Point of Impact," written by Stephen Hunter and published by Bantam on November 1, 1993. SSN Insight: Project was previously in development at TNT. USA has given an initial commitment of a pilot plus penalty as of March 9.

Sweat, Inc. Network: Spike TV Production Company: 3 Ball Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Jillian Michaels Logline: The series seeks to find the next big fitness phenomenon. 12 aspiring fitness entrepreneurs compete to prove they’ve developed the newest groundbreaking exercise program. Using her knowledge of the fitness industry and her business sense, Jillian Michaels will decide which undiscovered workout is best suited to be the next new phenomenon. SSN Insight: Spike has given a series order of 10 episodes as of March 4.

The Tracey Ullman Show Network: BBC 1 Production Companies: Allan McKeown Presents, BBC Productions Executive Producer(s): Tracey Ullman, Ben Farrell Writer(s): Tracey Ullman Logline: Tracey Ullman plays diverse and distinct characters living in, or visiting, the United Kingdom. SSN Insight: BBC has ordered a six-episode series as of March 5. The Tracey Ullman Show ran from 1987 until 1990 on Fox and spawned The Simpsons. She later produced other shows for HBO, including Tracey Takes On... (1996–1999), for which she garnered numerous awards.

Those Who Can't Network: TruTV Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, Thank You, Brain! Productions Executive Producer(s): Adam Cayton-Holland, Andrew Orvedahl, Ben Roy, Richard Korson, Tracey Baird Logline: Three delinquent public school teachers fight to stay employed at floundering James Buchanan High School. SSN Insight: A pilot was developed, shot and streamed on Amazon on April 19, 2013. Project did not go further. TruTV is redeveloping this project and has ordered a pilot.

Untitled Jenny Slate Project Network: FX Executive Producer(s): Jenny Slate Writer(s): Gillian Robespierre, Elisabeth Holm Logline: Under wraps. SSN Insight: Slate will be switching from regular to recurring role on FX’s Married to accomdate this pilot per Deadline. Slate recently has recurred on Kroll Show, Parks And Recreation and House Of Lies.

Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise Network: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Brandman Productions, TWS Productions II Executive Producer(s): Michael Brandman, Tom Selleck Writer(s): Michael Brandman, Tom Selleck Logline: Chronicle the cases of fictional Police Chief Jesse Stone of Paradise, MA, a respected and well-liked cop whose life is complicated equally by alcohol and his relationship with his ex-wife. In Lost In Paradise, Stone agrees to help the Massachusetts State Homicide Division track down a brutal serial killer. Details: Based on Robert B. Parker's "Jesse Stone" series. SSN Insight: This is the ninth movie in the detective series, which is in pre-production in Halifax, Nova Scotia for a fall 2015 premiere. The previous eight TV movies aired on CBS, which opted not to order more although Jesse Stone: Benefit Of The Doubt’s (eight film) had a respectable premiere viewership of 13 million.

Pay Cable

Untitled Alec Baldwin Mayoral Political Drama Project Network: HBO Studio: Universal Television Production Company: El Dorado Pictures Executive Producer(s): Alec Baldwin, Cary Brokaw Writer(s): Wells Tower Logline: A billionaire real estate developer philanthropist, and celebrated socialite/tabloid fixture is unexpectedly rocketed into New York City politics when tragedy strikes the incumbent mayor and he is drafted to replace him. The larger than life divorced entrepreneur's burst into the political spotlight is made interesting by his appetite for women and a dark past. SSN Insight: HBO gave an initial commitment of a put pilot plus penalty if not ordered for a full season, series ordered on March 5. Beginning on 30 Rock, Baldwin has had a deal with Universal TV which beat out the overall deal Brokaw’s Avenue Pictures has at Warner Bros Television, as he is allowed a handful of exclusions.

Madame X Network: HBO Production Companies: Electric Dynamite, Untold Pictures, CASM Executive Producer(s): Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, Jack Black, Cerise Larkin, Mark Larkin Writer(s): Julia Hart Logline: Set in Victorian New York City, where Axie Muldoon is one of the wealthiest and controversial women of her day. Axie helps her husband build a thriving midwife business and defies the law in the name of women’s reproductive rights. Inspired by the story of a real-life infamous female physician. Details: Based on the historical novel, "My Notorious Life: A Novel," written by Kate Manning and published by Scribner on September 10, 2013. SSN Insight: Anna Paquin previously starred on HBO’s True Blood where she met and married co-star Stephen Moyer.

Preserve, Protect and Defend Network: HBO Production Companies: HBO Films, Anima Sola Productions Executive Producer(s): Mark V. Olsen, Will Scheffer, Lisa Bellomo Writer(s): Mark V. Olsen, Will Scheffer, Craig Zobel Logline: A disgraced Texas justice of the peace enlists the help of his wife to plot and murder the two district attorneys who prosecuted him, in an escalating avalanche of firearms. Based on a true story. Details: Based on the true story of Eric Williams, a former Justice of the Peace who was convicted and sentenced to death for the 2013 slaying of a Texas D.A.'s wife. SSN Insight: Will be a TV movie. Married producing/writing partners Olsen and Scheffer previously worked on HBO’s upcoming third and final season of Getting On and the critically acclaimed Big Love.

Digital

The OA Network: Netflix Production Companies: Anonymous Content, Plan B Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Michael Sugar Writer(s): Brit Marling, Zal Batmanglij Logline: One hour drama, storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: Netflix has given a series order of 8 episodes as of March 5. Marling and Batmanglij previously worked together on The East and The Sound Of My Voice.

Between Network: Netflix Production Companies: Don Carmody Television, Mulmur Feed Co., Elevation Pictures Corp. Executive Producer(s): Michael McGowan, Don Carmody, Naveen Prasad Logline: About a town under siege from a mysterious disease that has wiped out everybody except those 21 years old and under and chronicles the power vacuum that results when a government has quarantined a 10-mile diameter area and left the inhabitants to fend for themselves. SSN Insight: Netflix will release the six one-hour episodes on a weekly basis because of a three-way deal in which it will air on Rogers Broadcasting’s City TV stations in Canada and will be available on Canadian subscription service Shomi. Emmy-winning director Jon Cassar (24) will direct the first two episodes.

In Development

Dublin Murder Squad Production Companies: Euston Films, Veritas Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Kate Harwood, Alan Gasmer, Peter Jaysen Logline: Based on a series of novels that each follow a different case and include overlapping characters: In The Woods focuses on a pair of detectives investigating the murder of a 12-year-old girl; The Likeness is about a young female detective who goes undercover to solve a murder in an elite college town; and Faithful Place advances a supporting character from The Likeness as a detective discovering dark secrets from his past. Details: Based on a murder mystery series by Tana French including books In the Woods, The Likeness and Faithful Place to the international television market that has sold more than 5 million copies worldwide. French is published in the U.S. by Viking and in the UK by Hodder. SSN Insight: The Dublin-based French won several literary prizes for her first novel, 2007’s In The Woods. The Likeness was previously acquired by Paramount in 2011 to be adapted as a feature per Deadline but the option lapsed thereby allowing the executive producers to pick it up. This is the first time the books have been produced for television.

The Big Picture Studio: Talpa Media USA Executive Producer(s): John De Mol, Jay Bienstock Logline: A game show with a 12-round trivia contest, where a player has to identify a succession of pictures that appear on a large screen, with the cash prize going up to $1 million for the 12th photo. Viewers at home will be able to play along and allows for shared winnings of potentially up to $1 million. Details: Based on a reality series of the same name from the Netherlands. SSN Insight: Talpa acquired the format for The Big Picture from Israeli company A-Cappella at the MIP TV market last year and following adjustments, the series was distributed on RTL4. The modified format will be pitched in multiple territories once the series concludes its first season in Holland.

Untitled Eighty Days Project Production Company: Zero Gravity Executive Producer(s): Christine Hodler, Mark Holder, Lloyd Levin, Beatriz Levin Logline: In 1889, investigative journalist Nellie Bly decided she would try to beat the fictional record in Jules Verne’s now classic story and go around the world less than 80 days.  At the same time, Cosmopolitan sent their own reporter Elizabeth Bisland, out to beat not only the 80-day fictional Phineas Fogg record but also try to one-up Bly who was working for Joseph Pulitzer’s New York World newspaper. Details: Based on Matthew Goodman’s bestselling book, “Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland’s History-Making Race Around the World” SSN Insight: “We are developing it as a limited show and talking to creators now,” said Zero Gravity’s Marc Holder to Deadline. “After that, we’ll go to talent. People have tried to explore her story from her days undercover at a woman’s insane asylum, but not many people have tried to delve into this particular story. Goodman just did such a wonderful job with this book. They are both courageous women and this story is really inspiring.”

One of the best ways to learn how to write TV pilot scripts, is by reading pilot scripts. I gathered seven pilot scripts from some of the most talked-about drama pilots of the last three years.

Click here to get the 7 scripts emailed to your inbox or click on the pilot titles in blue below to open a PDF of that script. If you’d like to read the pilot scripts for Breaking Bad, Mad Men, Lost, The Sopranos, and more, check out the 10 Most Wanted TV Pilot Scripts.

 The Blacklist Pilot Script

Jon Bokenkamp is a screenwriter (Taking Lives, The Call) and he had a deal with Sony. In a interview with the WGA, Bokenkamp said: “The first time I ever pitched a TV show, I went in and talked to my agent at the time about the show. I said, ‘It’s going to be so great because in the end it’s going to be…’ and told him what was going to happen. He said, ‘Okay. First, don’t ever pitch an ending on TV.‘”

As for how The Blacklist came about, Bokenkamp said, “I was kicking around ideas with John Fox, a friend who’s also a producer on the show. He brought up an idea. Whitey Bulger (Boston organized-crime kingpin) was in the news then. What if a Whitey Bulger-type criminal was captured? What if you had a TV show that flashed back on where Hoffa was buried, who shot Kennedy? A bad guy who knew all the secrets, hopping around in time and place. I spent about three months developing it, coming up with a pitch.” Everybody passed on the show but NBC.

At the upfronts, Bob Greenblatt of NBC said Blacklist testing results were, “better than all other 125 NBC drama pilots in the past decade.”

Fargo Pilot Script

Noah Hawley has written four novels and sold a spec screenplay. He wrote on Bones, and then got his own show The Unusuals. He sold a pair of pilots to FX and then got the opportunity to pitch his take on reinventing the Coen brothers’ classic film Fargo. In an interview with the WGA, Hawley said: “What I liked about [Fargo] and their world in general is beyond the mystery and philosophy. I went into FX, and I said, ‘Alright, here; I’m pitching you this idea for the show but now I wanna talk about Mike Yanagita.’ He calls Marge from high school, and they meet, and he tells her a sob story about this girl from high school he married who died of leukemia, and he’s just so lonely.

Then it turns out that that’s totally made up and the girl has a restraining order against him. You’re watching it, and you’re like, ‘Why is this in the movie?’ The reason is – at least my takeaway from it is – that at the very beginning of the film, it says this is a true story. You include a detail like this because it’s so odd it has to be true, do you know what I mean?

Right, so my original pitch was, ‘What is our Mike Yanagita?’”

 Gotham Pilot Script

Bruno Heller is the creator of Rome and The Mentalist. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, he shared how he got involved. “Junior’s Deli in Burbank. I sat with [Warner Bros. President and COO Peter Roth and Warner Bros. TV development chief Susan Rovner] to talk about what to do next. I’ve been talking to Geoff Johns at DC for a few years about wanting to do something in the DC canon. I came in to pitch the idea that we’re doing, essentially, and they came to pitch me the same thing.

The nut of the idea was: What if young James Gordon was the detective who investigated the murder of Bruce Wayne’s parents? And once you make that connection, it opened up a whole world of storytelling that we realized hadn’t really been looked at before, which is the world before Batman – the world of Gotham, young Bruce Wayne, and young James Gordon and the origin stories of the villains.”

When asked how he deals with all the past interpretations of Batman, Heller said, “My take on it is it’s a bit like Greek mythology. There’s a thousand stories. They all contradict themselves to a degree, but that’s the beauty of it — telling stories about characters that are larger than any one story. So that makes it much easier.”

House of Cards Pilot Script

Initially, Beau Willimon was a painter and a political campaign staffer. After being devastated when Howard Dean lost the 2004 Democratic nomination for President, he wrote the play Farragut North. The play was optioned by Warner Brothers, became The Ides Of March and Willimon was nominated for an Oscar for co-writing the adaptation.

In this interview with the Hollywood Reporter, we learn that Willimon received a call from David Fincher, Josh Donen, and Eric Roth, asking if he had any interest in adapting the two-decade-old BBC version of House of Cards. In this profile from the New York Times, Willimon shares his obsessive process and recalls: “None of us had done TV before. Fincher hadn’t, I hadn’t. We weren’t bound by convention. We didn’t even know what the conventions were.”

According to the Hollywood Reporter, “Willimon binge-watched the series, took the meeting, and soon found himself dedicating almost a year of his life to writing the pilot, then nine more months pounding out the remaining 12 episodes of the first season.”

Netflix outbid HBO and AMC in a ground-breaking deal believed to be worth more than $100 million.

How To Get Away With Murder Pilot Script

Pete Nowalk co-wrote The Hollywood Assistants Handbook, and was a writer on Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal. In this interview with Variety, Nowalk said: “I’m always coming up with ideas — maybe it’s because I’m unoriginal — where it’s a normal person caught in an extreme circumstance. There’s so much good TV on right now, I just wanted it to be loud and extreme and relatable. I was like, ‘What [would happen] if I murdered someone?‘

It started there and then I wanted to do something with a procedural element. The criminal defense lawyers and students committing the murder felt like the perfect little concept in order to launch the show.

I had talked to Betsy [Beers, Executive Producer] last year about certain ideas. One of them was about a group of young first year associates that work for a criminal defense attorney that get involved in a murder. That was always just the very clear, fine, loud concept and something that I found appealing.

And it wasn’t until this year that I had a moment and I was like ‘Oh, what if they’re in law school?’ A university setting felt really fun to me. Making [Davis’s character] a law professor felt really awesome. Teaching the audience also that these students can’t go into court and argue made it feel fresher to me. She has to use them as little private investigators.”

Masters Of Sex Pilot Script

Michelle Ashford has been writing for television for many years, starting on Hollywood Beat and Cagney and Lacey, through HBO’s historical miniseries John Adams and The Pacific. In this interview with Deadline, Ashford shares how the show got to Showtime: “I had been friends with (producer) Sarah Timberman for many years, and we were looking around for a pilot. She saw in The New York Times a review of Thomas Maier’s book and said, ‘I think we should look at this book. This sounds really interesting.’

Up to that point, I knew (Masters and Johnson) existed, I knew they were famous, I knew (they) had something to do with sex. Then I read the book. It was news as to what was really going on in that relationship and the enormous impact they had. So we optioned the book. A ton of our material is based on (it).

But the reason this happened was because (Timberman) has known (Showtime president) David Nevins for many years. She saw him in an airport, and she had the book in her purse and just handed it to him and said, ‘Michelle and I are thinking of doing this. What do you think?’ We had talked to HBO, we also talked to FX, but David immediately read it, immediately got it, (and) said, ‘I see this completely.‘”

Orange Is The New Black Pilot Script

Jenji Kohan created Weeds and The Stones. Previously, she wrote on Gilmore Girls, Mad About You, and Tracey Takes On among others. In an interview with NPR, Kohan described how she started: “My ex-boyfriend said, ‘You have a better chance of getting elected to Congress than getting on the staff of a television show.’ Which was the perfect thing for him to say, because my entire career is, ‘Well, screw you.’ And we broke up.

And then I started writing. … I quit all of my crappy odd jobs, and I moved in with [a friend who] was living in Santa Cruz. And every day we would go to these little cafes in Santa Cruz, and I would work on spec scripts and study these videotapes I had recorded off television of Roseanne and Seinfeld and The Simpsons.

What ended up happening was, my sister-in-law’s father worked in a building with an agent and gave him my scripts in an elevator. And he read them, and I was on a show by spring. And it took off from there, and I never stopped working.”

When Kohan was working on Weeds, she was given Piper Kerman’s prison memoir by a friend and Kohen got Lionsgate to option the rights. “I loved the characters, the diversity, and I loved that the setting was a crossroads where every type of person could travel through,” she says, noting the vast potential for stories.

She has said that, “Piper (played by Emmy-nominated Taylor Schilling) was her “Trojan horse,” a network-accessible “cool blonde” entree into a world of characters — black, Latina, lesbian, transgender — rarely seen on television.”

In an interview with the WGA, Kohan said, “You can pitch it in such a way that it’s familiar. It’s Private Benjamin. It’s, you know, something with cultural currency that is familiar to people you’re pitching.” Kohan pitched the show to HBO, Showtime and Netflix. “The greatest thing about going to Netflix was that I pitched it in the room, and they ordered 13 episodes without a pilot. That’s miraculous.”

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All That Jazz Network: TLC Studio: Discovery Communications Production Company(s): This Is Just a Test Executive Producer(s): Aengus James, Colin Miller Logline: Follows the life of transgender teen and activist Jazz Jennings and her family. SSN Insight: TLC has ordered 11 episodes for a series order and has schedule to premiere the show this summer. Other transgender series include Discovery Life’s New Girls on the Block, ABC Family’s My Transparent Life, Ryan Seacrest Prods.’ MTL, HBO’s doc Three Suits, and VH1’s reality series Transamerica. Those series will give competition to the already airing Transparent on Amazon and Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word on MTV.

Believer Network: CNN Production Company(s): Whalerock Industries Executive Producer(s): Reza Aslan Logline: In each episode, Reza Aslan will dive into a faith-based groups to experience life as a "true believer." Aslan participates in endurance worship, rituals, and rites of passage, to learn about "worlds that have been molded by faith and tradition. SSN Insight: Ordered to series on March 10. Whalerock Industries, formerly BermanBraun, was founded eight years ago and is a media and technology company. Whalerock’s digital properties include: Wonderwall, Mandatory, Mom.me and Moviefone (in partnership with Aol) which reaches approximately 70 million consumers per month.

California Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Nuyorican Productions Executive Producer(s): Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Jennifer Lopez, Gregory Nava, Barbara Jitner Martinez, Benny Medina Writer(s): Gregory Nava, Barbara Jitner Martinez Logline: The story tracks a fictional Latino family and their journey over 200 years in California from Spanish, to Mexican, to American rule. The narrative interweaves historical characters and events, and follows a family across eight generations from the days of the Californio ranchos and missions right up to the present. Details: Based on an idea by Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas. SSN Insight: Planned as a limited series. Nuyorican’s Lopez and Goldsmith-Thomas also produce The Fosters for ABC Family and the upcoming Shades of Blue starring Lopez on NBC. Nava first cast Lopez in his 1995 film My Family which aided her being cast in Selena. The pair collaborated again on Nava’s 2006 film Bordertown.

Can’t Touch This Network: BBC Studio: BBC Production Company(s): Stellify Media Executive Producer(s): Kieran Doherty, Matthew Worthy Logline: Game show where contestants get to keep any prize they get their hands on. The catch: they have to navigate a larger than life assault course while also battling it out with rival contestants. SSN Insight: The 10-part series is set to air in 2016. Ireland-based Stellify produces and develops original programming for UK and international broadcasters and was launched in spring 2014 with funding from Sony Pictures TV. Sony has invested heavily into the following UK production companies: Silver River Productions, Gogglebox Entertainment, Victory Television, Left Bank Pictures and the newly announced joint venture with Karl Warner, Electric Ray.

Falling Water Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Valhalla Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Henry Bromell, Blake Masters, Gale Anne Hurd, Juan Carlos Fresnadillo Writer(s): Henry Bromell, Blake Masters Logline: Three unrelated people slowly realize that they are dreaming separate parts of a single common dream. Each is on a quest for something that can only be found in their subconscious: a missing girlfriend, a son, a way to communicate with a catatonic mother. However, the more they begin to use the dream world as a tool to advance their hidden agendas, they realize that their visions are trying to tell them something and that their very real lives are at stake. SSN Insight: USA gave an initial pilot commitment on March 12. The project is the first pilot order for USA in 2015. From 2014, Queen of the South is in consideration and Colony and Mr. Robot were ordered to series. Hurd previously executive produced the 2013 drama pilot Horizon for USA.

Impact Network: A&E Studio: A+E Networks Production Company(s): Company Pictures, All3Media America Executive Producer(s): Kimberly Peirce, Jason George, Eli Holzman, Stephen Lambert, John Yorke Writer(s): Jason George Logline: The story begins immediately following the downing of a major commercial flight near the nation’s capital. When the country’s best airline investigator learns that her son may have been on the flight, everyone she once trusted will become a suspect. Details: Based on the British TV Movie, "Impact," starring Hugh Bonneville, which aired on ITV in January, 2002. SSN Insight: After some competition, A&E bought Impact and given a script order on March 10. Pierce’s feature credits include Stop-Loss and Carrie

Untitled Jerrod Carmichael Project Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): A24 Executive Producer(s):Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller, Ravi Nandan Writer(s): Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller Logline: An irreverent multi-camera comedy inspired by his stand-up and his relationships with his girlfriend and family. Details: Inspired by Jerrod Carmichael's standup. SSN Insight: A pilot presentation was shot in December 2013, but was retooled with a new premise and new writer/executive producer Nick Stoller who directed Carmichael in the feature Neighbors. NBC ordered a fresh pilot on November 3 and gave a six episode series order on March 10.

Six Degrees of Everything Network: TruTV Production Company(s): Fine Brothers Entertainment, Inc., Marc Summers Productions Executive Producer(s): Marc Summers, Benny Fine, Rafi Fine Logline: Comedy hosted by Benny and Rafi Fine who will spend each week proving that anything in the world can be connected in six degrees. SSN Insight: TruTV has ordered 10 half-hour episodes, including the pilot. In addition to this project, TruTV has re-upped Hack My Life, How to be a Grownup, Top Funnies and ordered eight more episodes of Barmageddon.

S.T.R.O.N.G. Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): 25/7 Productions Executive Producer(s): Sylvester Stallone, Dave Broome, Kevin Templeton Logline: S.T.R.O.N.G. (Start To Realize Our Natural Greatness), follows six men and six women looking to reach their full potential by getting fit, not losing weight. The series will eliminate one contestant every week. Each of the 12 contestants will be paired with their own trainer and also six men and six women creating mixed-gender teams of two. SSN Insight: NBC ordered a 10 episodes series on March 12. Broome is the creator/executive producer of The Biggest Loser creator/executive producer. This project originated from Broome’s two-year overall deal he inked with Sony TV last year. Stallone previously teamed up with Mark Burnett for the NBC boxing competition series The Contender. 

United Shades of America Network: CNN Production Company(s): Objective Productions Executive Producer(s): W. Kamau Bell, Jimmy Fox, Eli Holzman, Stephen Lambert, Andrew O'Connor Logline: W. Kamau Bell explores the "far corners of our country" and its "subcultures," He will ask questions, get himself into awkward situations, and make people laugh. SSN Insight: CNN Ordered to series on March 10. Objective Productions, founded by Andrew O’Connor and Michael Vine in 1991, has offices in London, Glasgow and Los Angeles is owned by All3Media America (jointly owned by Discovery Communications and Liberty Global).

Untitled Brian Knappenberger Series Network: Pivot Studio: Participant Media Production Company(s): Luminant Media Executive Producer(s): Brian Knappenberger, Jeff Skoll, Christy Spitzer Logline: A documentary series that reimagines investigative journalism for the digital age and spotlights the untold stories of people who defend human rights and call out institutional failures. SSN Insight: Scheduled to premiere in Q4 2015. Each episode will follow a single story, using a personal point of entry to examine a larger issue. Knappenberger won a WGA award this year for his work on The Internet’s Own Boy.

Untitled Molyneux Comedy Pilot aka The Brainy Bunch Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Imagine Television Executive Producer(s): Wendy Molyneux, Lizzie Molyneux, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo Writer(s): Wendy Molyneux, Lizzie Molyneux Logline: Follows an extraordinarily gifted family who find themselves unprepared for their new lives in Orange County, California, a place where beauty is valued more than brains. Details: Inspired by the book, "The Brainy Bunch: The Harding Family’s Method To College Ready By Age Twelve," written by Kip Harding and Mona Lisa Harding and published by Gallery Books on May 6, 2014. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial commitment plus penalty on September 11 and ordered the pilot on Janurary 30. James Roday, formerly known as a lead in Psych, was cast as the male lead opposite Melanie Griffith. As part of the Roday’s contract he has a blind script commitment from 20th TV to write and/or direct a future pilot.

Untitled Will Ferrell Baseball Special Network: HBO Production Company(s): Gary Sanchez Productions Executive Producer(s): Will Ferrell, Mike Farah, Joe Farrell, Stuart Miller Logline: To honor the 50^th anniversary of Bert Campaneris’ historic feat of playing every position on the baseball field for ten different teams in ten days, HBO will cover Will Ferrell visiting five spring training ballparks. SSN Insight: The project was created to help fight cancer. Ferrell will partner with Funny Or Die and Major League Baseball. Ferrell’s visit will be covered on social media as well #FerrellTakesTheField. Game-used memorabilia from the project will be auctioned at MLB.com with proceeds being donated to Cancer for College and Stand Up To Cancer (MLB is a founding donor).

Why? With Hannibal Buress Network: Comedy Central Production Company(s): 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Hannibal Buress, Jeff Stilson, Dave Becky Logline: Comedian Buress provides his perspective on each week’s zeitgeist-driven topic, answering the burning questions on his mind through stand-up, filmed segments, man-on-the-street interviews and in-studio guests. SSN Insight: Comedy Central ordered 8 episodes on March 10. Per Deadline, the project originiated from a development deal between Buress and Comedy Central which included “a pilot commitment, a one-hour stand-up special, a nationwide Comedy Central Live stand-up tour; and a role on Broad City.”

Baghdad Country Club Network: Cinemax Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Team Downey Executive Producer(s): Dave Andron, Robert Downey Jr., Susan Downey, Amanda Essick Burrell, Joshuah Bearman Writer(s): Dave Andron Logline: A special forces soldier-turned-mercenary opens the only watering hole in Baghdad’s Green Zone at the height of the post-invasion Iraqi insurgency. Details: Based on the article, "Baghdad Country Club," written by Joshua Bearman and published by The Atavist in December, 2011. SSN Insight: The article was previously optioned by Cinemax sibling HBO. Chris Tucker Live Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Chris Tucker Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Chris Tucker Writer(s): Chris Tucker Logline: Stand-up comedy special featuring comedian Chris Tucker. SSN Insight: This marks Tucker’s first stand-up comedy special, filmed at the Historic Fox Theatre in Tucker’s hometown of Atlanta, GA, and will premiere July 10. Netflix’s other comedy stand-up specials include ones from Aziz Ansari, Craig Ferguson, Nick Offerman, Chelse Peretti and Chelsea Handler. Codes Of Conduct Network: HBO Studio: Warner Television Production Company(s): RSTV, See-Saw Films Executive Producer(s): Steve McQueen, Matthew Michael Carnahan, Russell Simmons, Iain Canning, Emile Sherman Writer(s): Steve McQueen, Matthew Michael Carnahan Logline: An exploration of a young African American man’s experience breaking into the social circles of Manhattan’s elite, testing the boundaries of access and social mobility. Beverly’s ability will grant him access to a life larger in every way than the one to which he was born. His chameleon-like approach to life will test his nerve as he takes his future into his own hands. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot on March 10. HBO has now ordered 6 episodes as of March 20. McQueen will direct all six episodes. HBO’s 2015 drama series slate includes a new series from JJ Abrams, Westworld, an Untitled Rock ‘n’ Roll project from Martin Scorsese, and the Dwayne Johnson and Mark Wahlberg produced Ballers.

Dice Network: Showtime Studio: Fox 21 TV Studios Production Company(s): Ole Executive Producer(s): Scot Armstrong, Sean Furst, Bryan Furst, Andrew Dice Clay, Richard Shepard Writer(s): Scot Armstrong Logline: Follows the abrasive stand-up as he works in Vegas to resurrect his career while supporting his family. And his girlfriend. And his ex-fiance. And his ex-wife. And his mother-in-law. And his son’s band. Details: Loosely based on the life of comedian Andrew Dice Clay. SSN Insight: Showtime has given a six episode straight-to-series order as of March 20 after a competitive situation for the single-camera scripted comedy. Showtime also has picked up the comedy special, Andrew Dice Clay Presents the Blue Show, to premiere April 25.

The Evermoor Chronicles Network: Disney Channel Studio: Disney Europe Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Production Company(s): Lime Pictures Executive Producer(s): Tim Compton, Rebecca Hodgson Writer(s): Bede Blake Logline: An American teen is uprooted from her city home in the U.S. and brought to a beautiful but isolated village on the edge of some very creepy moors in middle England. As her famous novelist mom and step-dad are busy unpacking at Evermoor Manor, she, her brother, and her British step-siblings try to adjust to life in their new home. It’s not long before danger, mystery and intrigue unfurl. Details: Follow-up to the four part miniseries Evermoor starring Tara Crossley that attracted 1.6 million viewers. SSN Insight: Disney has ordered 20 episodes. Production is set to begin in the summer on location in Liverpool and Washington for a late 2015 premiere on Disney Channel in the UK and worldwide.

Famous in Love Network: ABC Family Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Long Lake Productions Executive Producer(s): Marlene King, Dan Farah Writer(s): Rebecca Serle, Marlene King Logline: A college student plucked from obscurity to star in a major Hollywood movie franchise struggles with her new-found fame. Based on the novel. Details: Based on the novel, "Famous in Love," written by Rebecca Serle and published by Poppy on October 21, 2014. SSN Insight: King is also the executive producer/co-showrunner of ABC Family’s flagship drama Pretty Little Liars. In films, King is writing and executive producing The Merciless for Lionsgate, based on Danielle Vega’s popular horror novel.

Knightfall Network: The History Channel Studio: A+E Studios Production Company(s): The Combine, Midnight Radio Executive Producer(s): Jeremy Renner, Don Handfield, Richard Rayner, Jeff Pinkner, Andre Nemec, Josh Appelbaum, Scott Rosenberg Logline: Chronicles the actual events leading up to and following the persecution, downfall and burning at the stake of the Knights Templar on Friday the 13th, 1307. More than 700 years later, Friday the 13th is known as a cursed day because of this event. SSN Insight: This is the first series in development for The Combine, Jeremy Renner’s shingle. They previously producer Kill the Messenger starrign Renner and are in preproduction on the film, The Founder to star Michael Keaton.

Untitled Snoop Dogg Project Network: HBO Executive Producer(s): Snoop Dogg, Allen Hughes, Rodney Barnes, Ted Chung Writer(s): Rodney Barnes Logline: Set in the early 1980s in Los Angeles and centers on a family whose seemingly idyllic life is turned upside down by the collision of their community and American politics. SSN Insight: Dogg and Barnes previously worked together on the animated comedy The Boondocks. Dogg voiced a recurring character while Barnes executive produced. Houdini & Doyle Network: Fox Broadcasting Company , ITV Networks Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Shaftesbury Films, Big Talk Productions, Shore Z Productions Executive Producer(s): David Hoselton, David Titcher, David Shore, Erin Gunn Writer(s): David Hoselton, David Titcher Logline: Two of the great characters of the twentieth century - Harry Houdini, master magician, escape artist and paranormal debunker - and Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of the greatest detective of all time, and paranormal aficionado - grudgingly join forces to investigate crimes with a supernatural slant. Although they're both rich, famous, and brilliant, they're the original odd couple with Houdini believing in nothing, Doyle in everything. Inspired by true events. SSN Insight: Fox has given a ten episode straight to series order. Shore has an overall deal with Sony. TV and the series will be distributed worldwide.

Nightingale Network: HBO Studio: HBO Films Production Company(s): Plan B Entertainment, BN Films, Yoruba Saxon Productions, Sea Smoke Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Josh Weinstock, Katrina Wolfe, Elliott Lester, Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner Logline: A drama that probes the darkest corners of a disturbed mind centering around Peter Snowden, a man obsessively in love with an old army friend. As he prepares to reunite with the object of his affection, Peter begins to spiral downwards — with fatal results. SSN Insight: Project was revealed at the Santa Barbara Film Festival by David Oyelowo, who will star. BN Films has the Emir Kusturic directed Love and War and La Mujer Infinita, written and directed by Argentinian filmmaker Lucia Puenzo on their upcoming film slate. The Brothers Grimm Studio: Miramax Films Production Company(s): Bobker/Kruger Films Executive Producer(s): Ehren Kruger, Daniel Bobker, Daniel Pipski, Zanne Devine Writer(s): Ehren Kruger Logline: The series follows the swashbuckling adventures of brothers Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm, who discover startling mythology and supernatural stakes behind the folklore sweeping 19th century Europe. Details: The series builds off the origin story of the film, "The Brothers Grimm," (2005), directed by Terry Gilliam and starring Matt Damon and Heath Ledger. SSN Insight: Kruger’s credits include The Ring and Transformers 2, 3, 4. The original Brothers Grimm film grossed $105 million worldwide in 2005. A network has not been confirmed yet.

The Way Network: Hulu Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): True Jack Productions Executive Producer(s): Jessica Goldberg, Jason Katims, Michelle Lee Logline: The series examines a family at the center of a controversial faith-based movement struggling with relationships, marriage and power. SSN Insight: Hulu has given a straight to series order of 10 episodes as of March 23. Each hour long episode takes an detailed look at what it means to choose between the life we live and the life we want. It marks Katims’ first show not sold to a broadcast network. His credits include Friday Night Lights, Parenthood and current NBC show, About A Boy.

Throw Like Mo Network: Disney Channel Executive Producer(s): Debra Martin Chase Writer(s): Sheldon Candis, Justin Wilson Logline: The story of Mo'ne Davis, the 13-year-old sports prodigy who made history in August 2014 as the first female to pitch a shutout in the Little League World Series. Details: Based on the true story of Mo'ne Davis. SSN Insight: Davis’ memoir Remember My Name was released earlier this year. Davis has also starred in a short Spike Lee-directed film for Chevrolet and had her jersey inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Tuned Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): UnbeliEVAble Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Zachary Levi, Deborah Kaplan, Harry Elfont, Eva Longoria, Ben Spector Writer(s): Deborah Kaplan, Harry Elfont Logline: A half-hour musical comedy about an ambitious New Yorker's life is upended by sudden musical hallucinations. While these vivid hallucinations threaten to completely derail his enviable life, he’ll eventually realize that they might lead him on a more fulfilling journey. SSN Insight: Levi signed a first-look deal with Universal TV and will star in NBC’s upcoming event series Heroes Reborn. Under the deal, Levi will continue to develop Tuned and potentially star in the series. Eva Longoria’s banner UnbeliEVAble banner also has a deal at Uni TV.

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.

BRAVO

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.

ESQUIRE

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.

OXYGEN

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.

Untitled Boy In The Suitcase Project Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): City Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Joshua Maurer, Alixandre Witlin Writer(s): Kirsten Sheridan Logline: A drama based On ‘Boy In The Suitcase’ mystery/thriller books by Lene Kaaberbol published in 2008. SSN Insight: Kirsten Sheridan’s previous credits include In America.

American Speed: the True Story of NASCAR Network: Discovery Production Company(s): NASCAR Productions, Stephen David Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Stephen David, Zane Stoddard, Jayson Dinsmore, Lewis Bogach, John Miller-Monzon Logline: An in-depth account of the gritty true story behind NASCAR. SSN Insight: Announced during Discovery’s Upfront panel and planned as a limited series, ordered on April 2.

Benders Network: IFC Production Company(s): Apostle Pictures Executive Producer(s): Denis Leary, Tom Sellitti, Jim Serpico Writer(s): Jim Serpico, Tom Sellitti Logline: A group of friends in their late 20s play on an ice hockey team, determined to win the adult league title despite little experience playing the sport competitively. SSN Insight: IFC gave the series an eight episode order on March 31. Apostle also produces Maron for IFC along with the upcoming FX comedy series Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll and the USA comedy Sirens.

Brightmoor Network: FX Production Company(s): Underground, Five All in the Fifth Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Sean "Diddy" Combs, Trevor Engelson, Doug Banker Writer(s): Chip Hall, Chris Powell Logline: The series follows the African American pupils at Brightmore Elementary in inner-city Detroit. SSN Insight: The series will be animated. FX currently airs the animated hit series Archer. It previously launched other animated series, Unsupervised and Chozen, but both were cancelled.

Bullseye Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Production Company(s): Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Jon Kroll, Scott Larsen Logline: Four men and four women will use their bodies as darts in three challenges, attempting to hit targets on land, sea and air. The winner takes home up to $50,000. SSN Insight: Fox ordered the project to series on April 1. Kellan Lutz, known for the Twilight franchise, will host.

Catwalk Production Company(s): Jesse Collins Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Jesse Collins, Deborah Gregory Logline: Based on the book series, Catwalk follows four best friends at Manhattan’s Fashion International High School who are about to enter the contest of their lives. Each year, students split up into Fashion Houses and compete to design, produce, and show fully original fashion lines. Details: Based on the young adult book series, Catwalk, written by Deborah Gregory and published by Random House. SSN Insight: No network attachment yet as Collins is currently searching for a writer to adapt the book series. Collins’ recently produced Real Husbands of Hollywood. Gregory’s 16-book series, The Cheetah Girls was previously adapted by The Disney Channel.

Close To The Enemy Network: BBC 2 Production Company(s): All3 Media, Endor Productions Executive Producer(s): Helen Flint, Hilary Bevan Jones Writer(s): Stephen Poliakoff Logline: Set in London in 1946, a beautiful and sophisticated American woman arrives in England after the second world war with her British diplomat husband. Upon meeting a military intelligence operative, she embarks on an affair with him. SSN Insight: The all-star cast will include Jim Sturgess (One Day), August Diehl (Inglorious Basterds), Freddie Highmore (Bates Motel), Alfie Allen (Game Of Thrones), Angela Bassett (American Horror Story) and Alfred Molina (Love Is Strange).

Coffin Point Production Company(s): Overbrook Entertainment, Alpine Labs Executive Producer(s): Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, James Lassiter, Kevin Abrams, Jamie Denenberg Writer(s): Kevin Abrams Logline: The series follows the bizarre, real-life career of eccentric lawman Ed McTeer, who served as sheriff of island-bound Beaufort County, SC from 1925-1963. The show explores how McTeer’s beliefs tied him to both sides of the heavily segregated region, as well as examine the racial tensions of the era, particularly in dealing with the relatively obscure Gullah community. Details: Based on the book, "Coffin Point: The Strange Cases Of Ed McTeer, Witch Doctor Sheriff," written by Baynard Woods and published by River City Publishing on October 1, 2010. SSN Insight: The one-hour series is currently being shopped to networks and online services.

Cuban Chrome Network: Discovery Production Company(s): Pilgrim Studios, Rhino Productions Executive Producer(s): Craig Piligian, Edward Rohwedder, Samuel Korkis, Louis Shaw Milito, Philip Conserva Logline: The series explores the island nation's unique car culture and the people who keep its classic cars running. Vehicles from the United States haven't been imported to Cuba since the embargo began, which means its vintage American cars are frozen in time. It looks at Cuban culture through the eyes of A Lo Cubano Car Club, a group of car enthusiasts, mechanics and restorers who maintain and restore classic cars in Cuba. SSN Insight: The series is believed to be the first American TV series to be completely filmed in Cuba since the U.S. embargo began in 1962. Discovery announced the series order at their Upfront panel.

Dash Dolls Network: E! Production Company(s): Bunim/Murray Productions, Ryan Seacrest Media Executive Producer(s): Jonathan Murray, Gil Goldschein, Jeff Jenkins, Farnaz Farjam, Kris Jenner Logline: Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian made a mark on the fashion industry with the opening of their upscale DASH boutiques. We’ll see how the Dash Dolls the girls entrusted to manage the DASH storefront and overall franchise juggle the glamorous lifestyle that comes with representing one of today’s most successful boutique chains. SSN Insight: E! has given a series order of eight episodes as of April 1.

Fuller House Network: Netflix Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Jeff Franklin, Thomas L Miller, Robert L Boyett Writer(s): Jeff Franklin SSN Insight: Netflix has given a series order of 13 episodes as of April 2. Tentatively the series would star original cast members Candace Cameron Bure and Andrea Barber with guest appearances by Saget, Stamos and Coulier.

Gainesville Network: CMT Production Company(s): Wheels Off Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Yoav Attias, Nicholas Burnett, Daniel Levin, Alan Deutsch, Jayson Dinsmore Logline: The series follows a tight-knit group of friends in small town Florida as they attempt to transition into adulthood. SSN Insight: CMT ordered the series on April 2 and announced the order during their Upfront panel on April 2.

Google Lunar XPRIZE Network: Discovery, Science Production Company(s): Arrow Media Executive Producer(s): Andrew Jackson Logline: It’s been 46 years since millions of television viewers witnessed man first set foot on the Moon in 1969. In 2016, history will be made again when Discovery Channel partners with XPRIZE on the $30 million Google Lunar XPRIZE to bring an edge-of-your-seat international space competition to homes around the world. SSN Insight: Discovery is planning to air the miniseries in 2015 as announced during their Upfront presentation in New York. Robert K. Weiss, vice chairman and president of XPRIZE, gave a statement. “More than half the world’s population has never had the opportunity to experience a live broadcast from the moon. Partnering with Discovery Channel and Science Channel will allow us to engage the public around this milestone event, creating an ‘Apollo Moment’ for the next generation.”

I Love Kellie Pickler Network: CMT Production Company(s): Ryan Seacrest Media Executive Producer(s): Kellie Pickler, Kyle Jacobs, Ryan Seacrest, Eugene Young, Rabih Gholam Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: Kellie Pickler catapulted from small-town obscurity and became a household name thanks to "American Idol" and "Dancing With the Stars," but has since gone on to become a country sensation. The series will follow her marriage to Kyle Jacobs, her complete opposite. SSN Insight: CMT ordered the series on April 2 and announced the order during their Upfront panel on April 2.

Incorporated Network: SyFy Studio: CBS Television Studios, Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Pearl Street Films Executive Producer(s): Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Jennifer Todd, Ted Humphrey Writer(s): David Pastor, Alex Pastor Logline: The futuristic espionage thriller is set in a future where companies have unlimited power and tells the story of executive Ben Larson, who is forced to change his identity in order to infiltrate a cut-throat corporate world to save the woman he loves. In the process, he'll take on the entire system with deadly consequences. SSN Insight: SyFy ordered the pilot on April 6. SyFy also another drama pilot in the works, The Magicians, an adaptation of Lev Grossman’s best-selling fantasy book trilogy.

Ingress Production Company(s): Google, The Sean Daniel Company Executive Producer(s): Sean Daniel Logline: Set in present day, the story begins when an international team of scientists at the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland make an unexpected discovery that could change the world. Our world is being flooded with XM (Exotic Matter) by extradimensional beings called Shapers via portals. Ingress players or agents, as they are called align with one of two factions: Resistance, working against Shapers, or Enlightened, looking to collaborate with them. Details: Based on Google's augmented reality game "Ingress." SSN Insight: The Sean Daniel Co. recently landed a straight-to-series order for The Expanse on SyFy.  If Ingress is picked up, this would mark Google’s first project on television. The series has not landed on a network yet.

Killing Fields Network: Discovery Production Company(s): Sirens Media Logline: The series uses the most up to date science advancements and technologies to reveal the deep history attached to isolated and idyllic outside areas in America that are killing fields; locations where crimes have occurred and have gone undetected due to their geography and outside elements that have erased the scene of the crime. Investigations are followed in real time through the course of each episode as unmarked graves are uncovered as attempts are made to find the truth and bring resolution to what lurks just below the surface. SSN Insight: Discovery announced the series order during their Upfront presentation on April 31.

Lucky Man Network: Sky 1 Production Company(s): Carnival Film & Television, Ltd., POW! Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Richard Fell, Gareth Neame, Anne Mensah, Beverley Booker Writer(s): Neil Biswas Logline: Harry Clayton is a cop from Central London’s notorious Murder Squad who is given a charm that seems to confer upon the wearer the ability to control luck. Harry is down on his luck; his wife and child have left him due to his gambling habit, his boss thinks he’s in league with the devil, and he has a huge debt to an infamous underworld crime boss who is threatening his life. A chance meeting with a mysterious woman who gives him an ancient bracelet changes everything. It appears to give Harry control over luck itself, but at what cost? Details: Based on an original idea by Stan Lee. SSN Insight: Sky 1 gave a ten episode series order on April 31.

Monica the Medium Network: ABC Family Studio: Lionsgate Production Company(s): Trooper Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Dave Caplan, Malachi McGlone Logline: Monica is a junior at Penn State University navigating friends, family, relationships — and the fact that she’s a medium and can talk to dead people. Her uncommon vocation provides an endless supply of emotional and engaging stories, with a unique millennial perspective. SSN Insight: ABC Family ordered the project to series on April 1. Joins recently ordered sseries Shadowhunters and Kevin From Work, Startup U, Next Step Realty: NYC and reality programs Becoming Us and Job Or No Job.

Montauk Network: Netflix Executive Producer(s): Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer, Shawn Levy, Dan Cohen Writer(s): Ross Duffer, Matt Duffer Logline: Set in the 1980s, in Montauk, Long Island, a young boy vanishes into thin air. As friends, family and local police search for answers, they are drawn into an extraordinary mystery involving top-secret government experiments, terrifying supernatural forces and one very strange little girl. SSN Insight: Netflix gave a series order of eight episodes on April 2.

Untitled Muppets Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios, The Muppets Studio, LLC Executive Producer(s): Bill Prady, Bob Kushell Writer(s): Bill Prady, Bob Kushell Logline: A Muppets series set behind the scenes of a late-night talk show. SSN Insight: Disney bought the rights to the Muppets characters in 2004 and The Muppet Studios is Disney-owned. ABC ordered a pilot presentation on April 3.

Naked and Afraid XL Network: Discovery Production Company(s): Renegade 83 Entertainment Logline: Twelve of the smartest, most dynamic survivalists who have previously appeared on "Naked and Afraid" return. These six men and six women, all extreme survivalists with their own expertise, will find themselves in an almost un-survivable situation, stranded in a very remote area with no food, no water, and no clothing, and at first, they won’t even have each other. Some may find a partner within minutes or hours. Some may not meet up with anyone at all. How will these survivalists respond to each other if and when they meet up? Will they live together as one large group or will they break into smaller pockets of people? Will some want to survive solo for the full challenge? Details: This is a spinoff of the Discovery Channel series, "Naked and Afraid," which premiered in 2013. SSN Insight: Discovery announced the series order during their Upfront presentation on April 31.

Natchez Burning Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): Material Pictures, Sony Pictures Television Executive Producer(s): Greg Iles, David Hudgins Writer(s): Greg Iles, David Hudgins Logline: A drama about race and murder in the Jim Crow South that is based on the novel "Natchez Burning." Details: Based on the novel "Natchez Burning," written by Greg Iles (2014) SSN Insight: Hudgins is under an overall deal at Sony TV. Recently Maguire was a producer and a member of the cast on IFC’s Spoils of Babylon.

Nerdist News Network: SyFy Production Company(s): Nerdist Industries Executive Prodcuer(s): Chris Hardwick, Brandon Monk Logline: A weekly half-hou show that will give a goofy and irreverent takes on news from the realms of sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, technology, science and movies. SSN Insight: The show is currently in development. Hardwick also produces and hosts @Midnight and Talking Dead in addition to his incredibly popular Nerdist podcast. He is also developing Sleight of Mouth for Comedy Central.

Next Step Realty: NYC Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): Lincoln Square Productions Executive Producer(s): Danielle Rosen Logline: The series follows the passionate and ambitious employees of Next Step Realty. The Manhattan-based real estate firm specializes in helping recent college graduates find their apartments in New York City while navigating interpersonal and professional conflicts in the workplace. SSN Insight: ABC Family ordered the project to series on April 1. Joins recently ordered sseries Shadowhunters and Kevin From Work, Monica the Medium, Startup U and reality programs Becoming Us and Job Or No Job.

Pacific Warriors Network: Discovery Production Company(s): Original Media Logline: The series follows the only commercial fishermen in the world who fish from a kayak…alone. With only a paddle, these Hawaiian men and women venture out to catch some of the most desirable fish in the sea. They must rely on brute strength to pull in 500 pound Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi and Ono. However, the battles on the sea aren’t just with the fish. Turf wars and classic rivalries among families run deep among this tiny community of kayak fishers, with the natives coming into conflict with the newcomers. They put everything on the line – with families battling it out on their turf. But the slightest mistake could cost them their lives. Fishing is their livelihood, and nothing will stop them from feeding their families. SSN Insight: Discovery announced the series order during their Upfront presentation on April 31.

Untitled Kevin James Comedy Project Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Hey Eddie Productions Executive Producer(s): Kevin James, Jeff Sussman Logline: Storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: The series is currently being shopped to networks. James is also developing a series at Lionsgate with Debmar-Mercury Entertainment.

Startup U Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): Ugly Brother Productions Executive Producer(s): Tim Draper, Mike Duffy, Tim Duffy Logline: A group of entrepreneurial millennials embark on a semester at Draper University in Silicon Valley. Led by billionaire founder and venture capitalist Tim Draper, the 7 week program teaches the fundamentals of launching a startup company under the mentorship of America’s business leaders. In the end, students pitch their ideas to a panel of venture capitalists. SSN Insight: ABC Family ordered the project to series on April 1. Joins recently ordered sseries Shadowhunters and Kevin From Work, Monica the Medium, Next Step Realty: NYC and reality programs Becoming Us and Job Or No Job.

Stewarts & Hamiltons Network: E! Production Company(s): Bunim/Murray Productions Executive Producer(s): Jonathan Murray, Gil Goldschein, Jeff Jenkins, Farnaz Farjam, Chris Ray Logline: The series centers on the families of Kimberly Stewart (daughter of author Alana Stewart and musician Rod Stewart) and George Hamilton (Alana Stewart’s ex-husband). SSN Insight: E! gave a series order of eight episodes as of April 1.

Still The King Network: CMT Production Company(s): Hideout Pictures Executive Producer(s): Billy Ray Cyrus, Shannon Houchins, Potsy Ponciroli, Travis Nicholson, Julia Silverton Writer(s): Billy Ray Cyrus Logline: Vernon Brown, AKA "Burning Vernon," is a scandal-ridden washed up one-hit wonder who is kicked out of country music, only to emerge 20 years later as the second best Elvis impersonator in Laughlin, Nevada. After crashing into an old country church outside of Nashville during a drunken bender, he is sentenced to return and perform community service. Along the way, he pretends to be the congregation’s new minister and discovers he has a 15-year-old daughter he’s never met. SSN Insight: CMT ordered the series on April 2 and announced the order during their Upfront panel on April 2.

The Boys of '67 Network: History Channel Production Company(s): Muse Entertainment Enterprises, Head First Productions Executive Producer(s): Jeb Stuart, Jim Head, Michael Prupas Writer(s): Jeb Stuart Logline: The series follows the First Platoon of Charlie Company, 9th Infantry Division, the only unit raised, trained and deployed en masse to service in Vietnam. Based on the book. Details: Based on the book "The Boys of '67," written by Andrew Wiest and published by Osprey Publishing on September 18, 2012. SSN Insight: Stuart’s recent credits include the adaptation The Liberators, an eight-episode limited series for History

The Ed Bassmaster Show Network: CMT Production Company(s): DiGa Vision, LLC Executive Producer(s): Tony DiSanto, Liz Gateley, Adam Dolgins, Tom Gianas, Matt Trierweiler Logline: The show centers on the popular comedian, who boasts 1 billion views on YouTube. Each half-hour installment will feature Bassmaster's ridiculous batch of characters, which he'll use to surprise, confuse and sometimes prank unsuspecting people across America. SSN Insight: CMT ordered the series on April 2 and announced the order during their Upfront panel on April 2.

Treasure Quest Network: Discovery Production Company(s): MAK Pictures Logline: In 1524, a horde of Incan gold known as the "Treasure of the Trinity" was stolen. A team of the world’s top explorers set out on a two-month journey to find this priceless treasure. Along the way, they’ll need to solve complex mathematical clues and puzzles protecting the treasure  the same ones that have thwarted countless others before them. But most of all, they’ll need nerves of steel as they brave one of the most deadly places in the world where one careless step could not just cost everyone incredible riches, but ultimately their lives. SSN Insight: Discovery announced the series order during their Upfront presentation on April 31.

WAGS Network: E! Production Company(s): Machete Productions Executive Producer(s): Amber Mazzola, Lori Gordon Logline: The series goes inside the world of some of today’s hottest professional athletes, from the perspective of the women behind them. The show follows the beautiful, driven and always outspoken women who make up an exclusive club of spouses and girlfriends of professional sports players. Constantly vying for seniority and respect, these women live a glamorous lifestyle full of perks, but the diamonds, first class travel, cars and mansions don’t come easy and top positions in this elite group come only to those who follow the rules and know how to play the game. SSN Insight: E! gave an order of an eight episode series on April 1.

With Bob and David Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Abso Lutely Productions Executive Producer(s): Bob Odenkirk, David Cross, Marc Provissiero, Naomi Odenkirk, Tim Sarkes Writer(s): Bob Odenkirk, David Cross Logline: A sketch comedy series. SSN Insight: Netflix ordered four half-hour episodes and one hourlong “making-of” special from the project, which just started production.

Netflix is buying feature films, Woody Allen is making an Amazon show, and A-list Oscar winners have no problem taking a role in a TV show or miniseries, even at the height of their career. In other words, it’s an exciting time for television. The landscape is changing so rapidly it’ll give you whiplash.

That’s all great news for actors, writers, and producers – and maybe not-so-great news for theater chains, whose owners were recently up in arms about Netflix buying Cary Fukunaga’s feature film Beasts of No Nation for a reported $12 million. Features and television are experiencing an indie revolution – just look at the Best Picture Oscar nominees this year. The vast majority of the nominees were made outside of the studio system, with Warner Bros. American Sniper being the oft-cited exception.

In television, the traditional process of getting a pilot made is still the norm, but there are more channels, more online platforms, and more opportunities for writers and producers to get their project made than ever before. Going the independent route and shooting the pilot yourself is one option, and the stigma of making a pilot DIY-style is quickly becoming a thing of the past.

“This concept of ‘indie TV’ is almost at a point where we can stop putting it in quotes,” scribe John August wrote on his website back in 2008. It was a prescient remark, and while it hasn’t become the norm, indie pilots are definitely becoming an increasingly common route for creators who want to get their passion project off the ground, by any means necessary. Former House EP Katie Jacobs and veteran indie producer Nick Wechsler (Drugstore Cowboy, Reservation Road, Magic Mike) have recently teamed to produce an independent pilot called Dr. Del, with John Hawkes starring and John Sayles writing. They’ll shoot the pilot on their own, with total creative freedom, and then take it to cable and broadcast networks.

There really is no excuse not to make your pilot anymore.

The indie route is what actor/producer Michael Landes and writer/producer Kirk Rudell have taken to get their project Played in front of potential buyers.

They brought a pitch they had developed to the multi-platform division at Fox, which gave them a pilot commitment. Rudell then wrote the script, which is about a pair of con artists – a man and a woman – who pretend to be in a relationship in order to take down their biggest mark yet.

“No writer finishes a script and thinks, ‘I hope that dies on someone's desk,’” says Rudell, a former Vanity Fair writer who has worked on shows like American Dad, Whitney, and Will & Grace. “You want to see your imaginary people come to life. So a big plus of shooting Played the way we did -- the biggest plus, really -- was that we actually got to shoot it. Though they had “a much smaller budget” than that of a traditional network pilot, Landes says, “we also had very little creative interference, so that made it appealing to us to go out and do something different.” Landes and Rudell aren’t the only producing and writing team that has benefited from a little creative freedom. House of Cards’ Beau Willimon and Transparent’s Jill Soloway have spoken about the benefits of the creative freedom they’ve gotten from execs at Netflix and Amazon, respectively.

Once they were greenlit, Landes says everything happened quickly. Landes and Rudell tapped into their relationships to crew up and cast their show. They assembled an impressive group: Landes, Vanessa Kirby, Betsy Brandt, Jere Burns and two-time Golden Globe winner Beau Bridges came on board. “You’re trying to get people to take a leap of faith with you,” Landes says. “Our pitch was always the same,” adds Rudell. “We wanted to bring in talented people and let them be talented. We couldn’t give them their network quote, but we could give them the same room to express themselves that we were being given. Talented people, I’ve found, respond to that pitch.”

Another huge bonus of going the independent route for Landes and Rudell is that they can shop Played anywhere. “Traditionally when you make a pilot, if the people you made it for don’t buy it, it just goes into the ether,” he says.

Countless pilots have disappeared into that ether – pilots with major stars and respected directors. It’s a funny business that way, but the evolution of television and the option to go indie might change that. Of course, not every pilot that’s shot will (or should) get picked up, but the opportunities are expanding.

“I would never want to go out and say that this is the new way or this is the future,” Landes says. “It’s just another way for creative voices to get heard. There are so many content providers and there’s such a need for content. The timing is right.”

The possibilities might not be endless, but they’re a lot more plentiful than they used to be. Look at a hit like Comedy Central’s Broad City. It started as a web series, Amy Poehler championed creators Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer and came on as an exec producer, and a show was born. Drunk History is another example of a webseries that went viral and found a home on TV. There’s no reason writers, actors, and producers should bang their heads against the wall and wait around for the major networks to come knocking and greenlight their show. There’s crowdfunding, YouTube, and avenues like Fox’s multi-platform initiative. The indie spirit that’s been alive so long in the feature film world is starting to trickle into television, and it’s exciting.

“There is no excuse not to make your own movie anymore,” Killer Films’ Christine Vachon has said. She should know – her indie film Still Alice swooped into awards season and won every best actress award out there for star Julianne Moore, including the Oscar. Television creators should take note – there really is no excuse not to make your pilot anymore. Do it yourself, approach it like an indie film, cobble the financing together by any means necessary, and make the very best pilot you can. And then take it around town.

Untitled Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Spinoff Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Marvel Entertainment Logline: Storyline under wraps. Notes: The project is planned as a spinoff of "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," which premiered on ABC in 2013. SSN Insight: The spinoff has not been officially greenlit. Per EW, the show would use cast from the current series, with the talent deals currently being worked out. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. co-EP, Paul Zbyszewski, is predicted to tackle showrunner duties should series get an order.

Untitled Boy George Reality Project Production Company(s): Bunim/Murray Productions Executive Producer(s): Boy George, Paul Kemsley, Cindy Cowan, Gil Goldschein Logline: The series will chronicle Culture Club singer Boy George's relocation from London to Los Angeles. SSN Insight: Shooting is scheduled to begin this summer when the singer arrives in L.A. A network has not been set yet for the docuseries.

Death of a King Studio: Warner Brothers Television Production Company(s): Bad Robot Executive Prodcuer(s): J.J. Abrams, Tavis Smiley Logline: About the dramatic and untold story of King’s tumultuous last year leading to his 1968 assassination.  Notes: Based on the book “Death of a King” published by Little, Brown & Co. SSN Insight: It's not set whether the series will be a drama or event/limited series. It will be shopped to networks in fall. Folllows the model of Stephen King‘s 11/22/63, which Bad Robot acquired and developed before landing a straight-to-series order at Hulu and cast James Franco as lead.

Gorgeous Morons Network: ABC Family Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Quantity Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Lee Eisenberg, Gene Stupnitsky, Danny Chun Writer(s): Lee Eisenberg, Gene Stupnitsky, Danny Chun Logline: Two stunningly handsome but ridiculously simple brothers, one is a model, the other a personal trainer, find their lives rocked by their brainy new roommate, a female literature PhD whose looks are, by their standards, in desperate need of help. SSN Insight: This project was previously in development at CBS for the 2013-2014 season with a put pilot. ABC Family ordered the pilot on April 10. Eisenberg and Stupintsky have teamed up before, most recently on Trophy Wife at ABC, Bad Teacher at CBS and Hello Ladies at HBO.

Significant Mother Network: CW Television Network Studio: CBS Television Studios, Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Alloy Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith, Tripp Reed, Leslie Morgenstein Writer(s): Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith Logline: Nate is a budding Portland restaurateur whose world is turned upside down when he comes back from a business trip to find his lothario best friend and roommate, Jimmy, is dating his recently separated mother, Lydia. To make matters worse, Nate’s previously disinterested dad, Harrison, is determined to win Lydia back and isn’t afraid to use Nate to get what he wants. Stuck between his family feud and his best friend’s first serious relationship, Nate’s "new normal" forever changes his relationships with his parents and severely handicaps his own dating life. Notes: Based on the digital series, "Significant Mother," which premiered on CW Seed in 2014. SSN Insight: CW has given a series order of 9 episodes as of April 10 and the series will shoot in June in Portland, Oregon. CW Seed (originally CWD or CW Digital Studio) is a production arm for original content created exclusively for digital platforms in the areas of animation, game shows, comedy and digital personalities.

Beyond Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): Imperative Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Adam Nussdorf, Zak Kadison, Justin Levy, Tim Krig, Brian Kavanaugh-Jones Writer(s): Adam Nussdorf Logline: A one-hour drama about a young man who wakes up from a coma after 12 years and discovers new supernatural abilities that propel him into the middle of a dangerous conspiracy. SSN Insight: ABC Family has given a pilot order which marks the first order for Imperative Entertainment, the production company started by Kring, Blacklight founder Kadison and Bradley Thomas last year with financing from Friedkin Group.

Britannia Studio: Backup Films Executive Producer(s): Elizabeth Stanley, Thomas Bliss, Martha Little, Neil Marshall Logline: Follows the Roman invasion of what would become Great Britain in 43 A.D. and the rise of iconic female warrior Boudicca. SSN Insight: This eight-part series marks the first even English language series for Paris-based financier and producer Backup Films. The series will be shopped at Mip and does not have a network deal yet. Backup partners Jean-Baptiste Babin, Joel Thibout and David Atlan-Jackson have expanded recently by co-financing Julianne Moore-starrer Still Alice and developing the Robert Pattinson-starrer Brimstone and is also a partner on French pay TV Canal + show The Returned. Rain Production Company(s): Reunion Pictures, Fly Free Productions Executive Producer(s): Katee Sackoff, Leland LaBarre, Tom Rowe Logline: An evolutionary parable that looks into our possible future as a species viewed through the eyes of a soldier named Rain. It explores how the long-term effects of global warming, the burning of fossil fuels and other factors contribute to its decline. SSN Insight: Sackhoff will star as Rain in the series which presently isn’t attached to a network. She currently co-stars in drama Longmire, which is moving to Netflix. She recently appeared in the viral hit short, Power/Rangers that has since been viewed upwards of 14 million times. Ice & Coco Network: Fox Studio: Warner Bros. Unscripted and Alternative Television Production Company(s): Telepictures Prods. Executive Producer(s): Candi Carter Logline: The talk show will feature actor and rapper Ice-T and his wife, Coco, as they take on the topics of the day — all things newsworthy, celeb-worthy and puppy-worthy. SSN Insight: Ice-T and Coco previously were behind the E! reality series Ice Loves Coco. The show ended last year and since Ice-T has produced a podcast. Per Deadline, “the daytime talk show for Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution is getting a three-week daily preview as a strip on Fox TV stations in select markets, including New York and Los Angeles, beginning Monday, August 3.”

USA Network

Amped Network: USA Network Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Kripke Enterprises Executive Producer(s): Eric Kripke Writer(s): Eric Kripke Logline: When a neurotic family man buys an online "smart pill" to increase his focus and jolt him out of his slump, he gets much more than he bargained for. To his surprise, the pill gives him incredible strength and power. The show examines both the mighty highs and humiliating lows of being a real-life super hero. Notes: Based on characters from the upcoming comic book, "Amped," written by Eric Kripke and to be published by Vertigo. SSN Insight: Kripke is also the creator of CW’s Supernatural and NBC’s Revolution.

AWOL Network: USA Network Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios Executive Producer(s): Len Wiseman, Michael Connolly, Andrew Plotkin Logline: The show deals with the gritty world of an ex-military operative who, after returning home, experiences trouble re-entering the real world and providing for his family. Desperate, he gets involved with the criminal underbelly of Los Angeles where he utilizes his military expertise in an unexpected way. SSN Insight: EP Wiseman currently has an Untitled Sci-Fi Drama Project with Scott Rosenbaum and a St. Patrick miniseries in development at Fox and wrapped the pilot for Lucifer at Fox as well.

Cooley & the Tank Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Daniel Arkin, Anton Cropper, Jonathan Baruch, Robert Wolken Writer(s): Daniel Arkin, Anton Cropper Logline: The show goes behind-the-scenes of the fictional 1981 detective drama of the same name to explore the complicated lives of its two feuding stars. SSN Insight: Arkin and Cropper currently both serve as executive producers on USA’s current series Suits.

Mile High Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Legendary Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Josh Parkinson, Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Daniel McDermott Writer(s): Josh Parkinson Logline: Two best friends, a Wall Street broker and a struggling entrepreneur, team up to capitalize on the newly legalized cannabis enterprise in Colorado. The series follows the young duo as they enter into this highly lucrative growth industry, but their new venture is not without its obstacles such as dangerous criminals and stringent law enforcement. SSN Insight: Parkinson was previously a staff writer on Eastbound and Down and currently has another series, By the Horns, in development at AMC.

Mythos Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Spenser Cohen Logline: All we believed to be myth, from the Fountain of Youth to Atlantis, is closely guarded truth, protected by two opposing orders, each with differing agendas for humanity. SSN Insight: Under Denver & Delilah’s first look TV deal with Universal Cable Productions established in January, Theron currently has six series in development: A Life in Men, Diblings, Get Well Soon, The One, an Untitled Greg Rucka Project, and Mythos.

Paradise Pictures Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Executive Producer(s): Rick Muirragui, Aaron Korsh Writer(s): Rick Muirragui Logline: Ambitious people strive to get to the top in 1940s Hollywood, when the dream factory was at its peak. Little do they know the challenges they’re about to face: the end of studio monopolies, the blacklist and the new disruptive technology of television. SSN Insight: Muirragui also served as co-EP of USA’s Suits. Starchitects Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Mark Steilen, Christina Wayne, Catherine Hardwicke Writer(s): Mark Steilen Logline: The story follows the embattled rise of a talented young architect taking on the cutthroat competition at a top tier firm based in Los Angeles. SSN Insight: Steilen currently serves as co-EP for the Amazon series, Mozart in the Jungle.

Swamplandia! Network: USA Network Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Best Day Ever Productions Executive Producer(s): Liz Tigelaar, Barry Sonnenfeld Writer(s): Liz Tigelaar Logline: The show centers on the Bigtrees, owners of Florida’s top alligator-wrestling theme park. The family is reeling from a recent tragedy and is struggling to maintain its livelihood when a competitor moves in across the swamp. Notes: Based on the novel, "Swamplandia!," written by Karen Russell and published by Knopf in 2010. SSN Insight: Tigelaar’s having a busy season as she’s also the writer and co-EP behind the ordered to series The Astronaut’s Wives Club for ABC and the EP, writer on Casual for Hulu.

The Recessionistas Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Executive Producer(s): Alan Gasmer, Peter Jaysen Writer(s): Melissa London Hilfers Logline: A group of elite Manhattan women and their ruthless Wall Street husbands adjust to the new world order in the wake of the 2008 financial collapse. Notes: Based on the novel, "The Recessionistas," written Alexandra Lebenthal and published by Grand Central Publishing on August 9, 2010. SSN Insight: Planned as a limited series by USA.

The Tap Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Executive Producer(s): Rob Reiner, Andrew Lenchewski, Alan Greisman, Charles Ebersol Writer(s): Aaron Tracy Logline: Centers on a Yale student with aspirations to be among the best and the brightest, who is recruited by the CIA to become a mole in the secret Skull and Bones society. He becomes caught between the two very powerful organizations. SSN Insight: Reiner’s also the director and EP behind the Basket Case pilot for Spike TV.

Untitled Chrisley Knows Best Spinoff Network: USA Network Production Company(s): Maverick Television Executive Producer(s): Adam Greener, Jim Sayer Logline: This show is a spinoff of the series, "Chrisley Knows Best," which premiered on USA in 2014. SSN Insight: USA has given an initial pilot commitment as of April 7.

Untitled Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Reality Project Network: USA Network Production Company(s): 7 Bucks Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia Logline: Storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: Johnson is currently the EP behind TNT’s Wake Up Call and HBO’s Ballers awaiting air.

1001 Studio: Gaumont Production Company(s): Matador Films, Eyeworks Sweden Executive Producer(s): Lars Lundström Writer(s): Lars Lundström Logline: Set in Sweden, the story follows a policewoman as she receives a message from someone claiming to have committed the murder she is investigating. The person demands 1001 million transferred to various bank accounts, or more people will die. But the amount of the ransom is a thinly veiled message to a group of government officials: The blackmailer has insight into a secret from the past involving a 1980s medical research project that had good intentions, but went horribly wrong. SSN Insight: Gaumont has given a series order of 12 episodes, the second order for the studio after announcing William Boyd’s 10-episode Spy City last year. Previously Lundstrom’s Swedish series Real Humans was adapted as Humans for AMC and his Tusenbröder series was remade as Brothers In Crime by Valhalla and Universal Cable.

Almost There Network: Audience Network (DirecTV) Studio: DirecTV Production Company(s): Out of Time Productions Executive Producer(s): Steven Pasquale, Jace Alexander, Kim Cella, Debbie Baldwin, Jonathan Burkhart Writer(s): Kim Cella, Debbie Baldwin, Courtney Baron Logline: Jackson Cooper is a handsome, eternally single psychiatrist living in New York City. Serial dating and workaholic behavior have successfully helped him avoid long-term commitments, until he meets the girl of his dreams. Unfortunately he fails to get her name, number or any other information. The series follows Jackson on his quest to find her and to finally go about the task of finding himself along the way. SSN Insight: DirecTV ordered 10 episodes of the single-camera series with a premiere scheduled for fall 2015. DirecTV’s other comedy series include Peter Ackerman’s Things You Shouldn’t Say Past Midnight, and Neil LaBute’s Billy and Blilie.

Alone Network: History Channel Production Company(s): Leftfield Pictures Logline: 10 survivalists are left in the Vancouver Island wilderness and have to survive using what they’ve been able to stuff into a backpack. At stake is $500,000 awarded to the person who lasts the longest. The competitors are separated from one another in harsh terrain to hunt, build shelters and fend off predators. They will face extreme isolation and psychological distress as they plunge into the unknown, and will self-document their experience. SSN Insight: Alone will air in a synchronized event in upwards of 200 territories worldwide on History and other channels from A+E Networks.

Our Planet Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Silverback Productions, WWF Executive Producer(s): Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey Logline: A natural history series and four-year project that takes viewers into never before filmed wilderness areas from the ice caps and deep ocean to deserts and remote forests. Using 4K camera technology, the series brings viewers into intimate contact with some of the world’s rarest animals and most precious natural habitats. Details: A spin-off of the series Planet Earth. SSN Insight: Netflix has given a series order of eight episodes. Series producers were previously behind Planet Earth. The series will be show in Ultra HD 4K format. The show will be produced over four years with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) which will provide Silverback Productions access to protected areas around the world and will collaborate on multimedia content across numerous platforms. Scheduled to premiere in 2019.

Emerald City Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Executive Producer(s): David Schulner Writer(s): David Schulner Logline: In the blink of a tornado’s eye, 20-year-old Dorothy Gale and her K9 police dog are transported to another world, one far removed from our own, a mystical land of competing kingdoms, lethal warriors, dark magic and a bloody battle for supremacy. This is the fabled Land of Oz in a way you’ve never seen before, where wicked witches don’t stay dead for long and a young girl becomes a headstrong warrior who holds the fate of kingdoms in her hands. Details: Based on the novels of L. Frank Baum, including "The Wizard of Oz." SSN Insight: After deciding not to go ahead with the series 8 months ago, NBC has instead decided to give it a go and ordered 10 episodes. Matthew Arnold was previously attached to EP and write.

Geeks Who Drink Network: SyFy Production Company(s): Conde Nast Publications, Inc., Kinetic Content, The Nerd Machine Executive Producer(s): Chris Coelen, Dawn Ostroff, Joe LaBracio, Emma Conway, Zachary Levi Logline: Two teams of self-proclaimed "trivia geeks" will battle it out each week in rapid-fire quizzes that cover topics ranging from pop culture to science fiction. Each team consists of three players - a celebrity team captain and two trivia pros. After three rounds, the winning team will earn prizes and a spot on the Geeks Who Drink leaderboard. SSN Insight: SyFy ordered the Zachary Levi hosted gameshow to series on April 15 and slated it’s premiere for July 16. In addition Levi founded Nerd HQ, a convention celebrating all things Geek that takes place in July in San Diego.

The People Under the Stairs Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Industry Entertainment, Alive Productions Executive Producer(s): Wes Craven, Michael Reisz, Shep Gordon, Tracey Murray, Sara Bottfeld Writer(s): Michael Reisz Logline: When a young woman goes missing at the grand Robeson Family Manor, her search unveils the centuries-old horrors that lie deep within the estate. Details: Based on the film, "The People Under the Stairs" (1991), written and directed by Wes Craven. SSN Insight: Series springs from legendary horror filmmaker Craven’s new first-look deal with Universal Cable Productions to develop scripted programming for NBCUniversal and outside networks.

We Are All Completely Fine Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Industry Entertainment, Captivate Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Wes Craven, Ben Smith, Jeffrey Weiner, Sara Bottfeld Writer(s): Wes Craven Logline: Dr. Jan Sayer is an enigmatic psychologist who gathers survivors of five horror-movie scenarios in a support group - and unwittingly unlocks the evils of her patients’ pasts. As their traumas are brought back to the surface, they uncover which monsters they face are within — and which are lurking in plain sight. Based on the novel. Details: Based on the novel, "We Are All Completely Fine," written by Daryl Gregory and published by Tachyon Publications on August 12, 2014. SSN Insight: Series springs from legendary horror filmmaker Craven’s new first-look deal with Universal Cable Productions to develop scripted programming for NBCUniversal and outside networks.

Harvest Network: Spike TV Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Jerry Bruckheimer Television Executive Producer(s): Jerry Bruckheimer, Jonathan Littman Writer(s): Matt Morgan, Ian Sobel Logline: Centers on a mild-mannered cemetery caretaker who finds his small-town life in jeopardy when his estranged criminal father forces him into the body-trade business. SSN Insight: Project was originally set up at A&E in 2013.

Sex With Brody Network: E! Production Company(s): Wilshire Studios Executive Producer(s): Brody Jenner, Matt Osborn, David Friedman, Eric Podwall Logline: The relationship round table talk show has Brody Jenner taking on hot topics and hitting the phones and the streets to encourage strangers to strip down’ and reveal their burning thoughts around sex and relationships. Details: Based on the podcast, "The Brody Jenner Podcast With Dr. Mike Dow." SSN Insight: E! has ordered 4 episodes of the Jenner hosted roundtable talk show. He will be joined by therapist Mike Dow and comedian Stevie Ryan.

Heads Up! Network: HLN Production Company(s): A Very Good Production, Telepictures Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Ed Glavin, Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Jeff Kleeman Logline: Based on the game which pairs a celebrity with a contestant who take turns guessing the content of a card based on clues from their partner. Details: Originally the game was played on The Ellen Show and then became a top-selling mobile app downloaded upwards of 16 million times. SSN Insight: Slated to premiere early next year with 65 episodes to air on weekdays. Loni Love will host the show.

SMILF Network: Showtime Studio: ABC Signature Production Company(s): Quantity Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Frankie Shaw, Lee Eisenberg, Gene Stupnitsky, Michael London Writer(s): Frankie Shaw Logline: Examines the travails of a young woman who comes to LA as both a struggling actress and a struggling single mom. Details: Based on Frankie Shaw’s semi-autobiographical short "SMILF," which won the Sundance Short Film Jury Award in 2015. Shaw is onboard to write, direct, star and executive produce.

The Alienist Studio: Paramount Television Production Company(s): Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): Steve Golin, Rosalie Swedlin, Eric Roth, Cary Fukunaga, Hossein Amini Writer(s): Hossein Amini Logline: Set in New York City in 1896, the story of a journalist trying to solve a series of murders, and the investigative team assembled by police commissioner Teddy Roosevelt. Based on the novel by Caleb Carr. Details: Based on the novel "The Alienist" written by Caleb Carr and published by Random House April 1994. SSN Insight: The series springs from the 3 year, first-look production deal between Anonymous and Paramount TV that gives Paramount a first look to produce and distribute Anonymous’ TV programming on multiple platforms. This is planned as an event series.

ABC Family

I Am Maker Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): World of Wonder Productions, Maker Studios Executive Producer(s): Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato Logline: The series follows a group of up-and-coming You Tube sensations who will live together and be mentored by the biggest talent from Maker Studios - endeavoring to connect their authentic voices with a huge audience. SSN Insight: The production company, World of Wonder, is behind the currently airing series Friends to Lovers, Good Work, Million Dollar Lising, Life with LaToya, Girlfriend Intervention and #CandidlyNicole.

Sold Out Network: ABC Family Studio: ABC Signature Studios Executive Producer(s): Irving Azoff Writer(s): Andrea Abbate Logline: A young band hits the road for their first-ever tour. SSN Insight: Abbate is credited as a writer and consulting producer on ABC Family’s series Young & Hungry. She’s currently set as a writer on the TV series Random Acts, in development at AMC and as an EP/writer on Diblings for NBC (also in development).

We Heart Disney Network: ABC Family Production Company(s): Big Red 2 Enertainment Executive Producer(s): David Foster, Nigel Lythgoe Logline: The music spectacular features some of today’s biggest pop stars singing classic Disney songs. SSN Insight: Foster’s been nominated three times for Academy Awards and won 16 Grammys along with serving as the current chairman of Verve Music Group.

You've Got To Work It Network: ABC Family Studio: ITV Studios Production Company(s): UnbeliEVAale Enertainment Executive Producer(s): Eva Longoria Logline: The show follows eight unemployed girls from diverse backgrounds who get a crash course in the working world - vying for seven job opportunities in seven very different industries. The girls will also have complete head-to-toe and emotional makeovers with the hope they change their ways, step up to the plate, and land a coveted job to kick start their career. Details: Based on the UK format. SSN Insight: Longoria currently serves as the EP on upcoming series Telenovela for NBC and Versus for ESPN.

HBO

Confirmation Network: HBO Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): HBO Films, Groundswell Productions Executive Producer(s): Kerry Washington, Susannah Grant, Michael London, Janice Williams Writer(s): Susannah Grant Logline: The film chronicles Clarence Thomas’ 1991 Supreme Court confirmation hearings, which became top news when Anita Hill, a lawyer who had worked as an adviser to the judge at the Department of Education and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, was called upon to testify about reports he had sexually harassed her. SSN Insight: HBO has nabbed Sundance break out director Rick Ramuyiwa (Dope) to direct the HBO movie that stars Kerry Washington. The movie is slated to begin production this summer.

Divorce Network: HBO Production Company(s): Pretty Matches Productions, Merman Films, Kapital International Executive Producer(s): Sharon Horgan, Sarah Jessica Parker, Alison Benson, Paul Simms, Aaron Kaplan Writer(s): Sharon Horgan Logline: Centers on Frances, a woman who suddenly begins to reassess her life and her marriage, and finds that making a clean break and a fresh start is harder than she thought. SSN Insight: HBO has given a series order. The series will star Sarah Jessica Parker and co-star Thomas Haden Church, Molly Shannon and Talia Balsam with the pilot directed by Jesse Peretz. High Maintenance Network: HBO Executive Producer(s): Russell Gregory, Benjamin Sinclair, Katja Blichfeld Writer(s): Benjamin Sinclair, Katja Blichfeld Logline: The series centers around a cannabis dealer known simply as "The Guy" who slips in and out of the lives of his clients - an eclectic array of New Yorkers with neuroses as diverse as the city they live in. SSN Insight: The show originally streamed on Vimeo. HBO has given a six episode order that will air on its channel. HBO will also distribute the past 19 episodes through its platforms.

The Wright Brothers Network: HBO Production Company(s): Playtone Executive Producer(s): Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman Logline: The story of Wilbur and Orville Wright, who sold and repaired bicycles out of an Ohio shop to pay for their passion: the invention of flying machines that ushered in the aeronautical age right after the turn of the 20th Century. In 1903 on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, the brothers changed history by successfully flying the first heavier-than-air-powered machine that carried a pilot. Details: Based on the book, "The Wright Brothers," written by David McCullough and to be published by Simon & Schuster on May 5, 2015. SSN Insight: Playtone has previously executive produced Band Of Brothers, The Pacific, John Adams and From The Earth To The Moon for HBO, and is going into production on the miniseries Lewis And Clark and then Masters Of The Air.

NATGEO

50 States of Survival Network: NatGeo Studio: National Geographic Channel Logline: Is it better to have dozens of tools or just one you can use dozens of ways? A survival savant, an alternative engineer and a gadget guru show us how to make a lot out of a little as they compete against each other in location-based challenges across the U.S. Each task showcases self-reliance and modern ingenuity at their best. SSN Insight: NatGeo announced they’d given a series order for the show during their 2015-2016 Upfront presentation on April 15.

Breakthrough Network: NatGeo Studio: National Geographic Production Company(s): Imagine Entertainment, Asylum Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Kip Konwiser, Kern Konwiser Logline: Introduces us to adventurers and the cutting edge technology that enables them to break through to unprecedented heights and "change the game," whether in space, under the ocean, inside the human body, or within our own homes. SSN Insight: NatGeo announced they’d given a series order of 13 episodes for the show during their 2015-2016 Upfront presentation on April 15.

Primal Survival Network: NatGeo Studio: National Geographic Production Company(s): Icon Films Logline: Hazen Audel is completing a series of solo survival missions in some of the world’s most remote places by using only the tribal training passed down to him through the elders he meets along the way. Harnessing the skills these tribal ancestors perfected, Hazen shows what it really means to fight for your life in the most extreme conditions. SSN Insight: NatGeo announced they’d given a series order for the show during their 2015-2016 Upfront presentation on April 15.

Saints and Strangers Network: NatGeo Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Little Engine Executive Producer(s): Eric Overmyer, Teri Weinberg, Grant Scharbo, Gina Matthews Writer(s): Eric Overmyer, Seth Fisher, Chip Johannessen, Walon Green Logline: The untold story behind the founding of America, chronicling the trials and tribulations of the 101 men, women and children who boarded the Mayflower for a one-way trip to the New World. Half of these "pilgrims" were religious separatists who had abandoned their prior lives for religious freedom. The other half, "adventurers," were mostly single males seeking financial opportunity or trying to escape their old identities or criminal pasts. SSN Insight: NatGeo has ordered the four-hour miniseries.

The Great Human Race Network: NatGeo Studio: National Geographic Channel Logline: Two adventurers, Bill Schindler and Cat Bigney, travel for 35,000 miles from the cradle of civilization to the New World as they complete challenges. While retracing the migratory route of our ancestors, our competitors must overcome some of the same oppressive deserts, frozen tundra and intimidating jungles. Along the way, they face the same challenges early humans did: building weapons out of stone, starting fires, hunting for food, communicating with local tribes and more. SSN Insight: NatGeo announced they’d given a series order for the show during their 2015-2016 Upfront presentation on April 15.

The Yard Network: NatGeo Studio: National Geographic Production Company(s): Original Productions Logline: The engineers, mechanics and carpenters at some of our country’s largest shipbuilding operations rush to complete repairs and hustle to get as many boats in the water as possible by deadline. From struggling to fill an order of 40 ferry boats to dealing with the unique challenges of a remote Alaskan location, they show what it takes to get seaworthy ships deconstructed, reconstructed and ready for launch. SSN Insight: NatGeo announced they’d given a series order for the show during their 2015-2016 Upfront presentation on April 15.

Untitled Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Spinoff Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Production Company(s): Marvel Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Jeffrey Bell, Paul Zbyszewski Writer(s): Jeffrey Bell, Paul Zbyszewski Logline: The project is planned as a spinoff of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and will follow the adventures of former husband and wife Lance Hunter a quick-witted mercenary sharpshooter and Barbara “Bobbi” Morse aka Mockingbird. SSN Insight: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. cast members Adrianne Palicki and Nick Blood will star. Untitled Robin Hood Series Studio: FremantleMedia North America Writer(s): Michael Konyves Logline: Follows Robin Hood and his band of outlaws in Sherwood Forest, including a young protege he takes under his wing. As Robin’s mission turns from trying to raise money for his pardon to something much greater, he must confront the demons of his past, as well as protect those he most loves, including Marie-Anne, Countess of Locksley, the love of his life. Notes: Based on Angus Donald’s book series The Outlaw Chronicles. The book series includes six titles: Outlaw, Holy Warrior, King’s Man, Warlord, Grail Knight and The Iron Castle. SSN Insight: Konyves also served as a co-writer on the medieval set action feature Last Knights starring Clive Owen. Robin Hood previously was adapted for BBC’s 2006 series Robin Hood, which ran for three seasons.

The Analyst Studio: Cinelan Executive Producer(s): Barbara DeFina, Karol Martesko-Fenster, Douglas Dicconson, Joe Cantwell Writer(s): J.D. Zeik Logline: It will comprise ten eight-minute "real time" episodes following Kevin Mercer, a CIA analyst targeted by an unknown enemy as he navigates the increasingly murky, dangerous world of financial espionage. Notes: Based on an original story by J.D. Zeik. SSN Insight: The digital series will star Evan Handler whose credits include Californication, Sex and the City and Ransom. Production is slated to start in early 2016 with the first season available by Fall 2016. Cinelan’s founding partners include Morgan Spurlock and Damon Smith among others.

Forged in Fire Network: History Channel Production Company(s): Leftfield Entertainment’s Outpost Entertainment. Executive Producer(s): Tim Healy, Steve Ascher, Jodi Flynn, Brent Montgomery, David George, Shawn Witt and Simon Thomas Logline: Reality competition hosted by weapons expert Wil Willis, the series will feature world-class bladesmiths recreating many of history’s most iconic edged weapons, from the Japanese katana to the medieval broadsword to ancient throwing blades like the Chakram. In each episode, four master bladesmiths will try to avoid elimination while using traditional and state-of-the-art tools and machinery to turn raw metal into authentic working versions of classic bladed weapons of yesteryear. SSN Insight: Production has begun in Brooklyn, NY and the show is set to premiere this summer.

Chasing Destiny Network: BET Production Company(s): Den of Thieves Executive Producer(s): Kelly Rowland, Jesse Ignjatovic, Evan Prager, Tim Weatherspoon, Danny Rose Logline: Kelly Rowland goes on a quest to find the next big female superstar group to make their mark in a dog-eat-dog music industry. In the series, these singing hopefuls will vie their way to stardom with recording mogul Rowland helping them to find their voice as entertainers. SSN Insight: Announced during BET’s Upfront presentation on April 23.

Zoe Moon Network: BET Executive Producer(s): Debra Martin Chase, Scooter Braun, Danny Rose, Erica Montolfo Writer(s): Erica Montolfo Logline: Zoe Moon is a live-out-loud newly single mom embarking on a new life and career as a fledgling cosmetics mogul; but it won’t be easy. Gemini, a famous boxer and Zoe’s soon to be ex-husband, is not ready to take a back seat in her life, nor is her precocious 8 year-old son, Xavier, ready for Zoe’s new dating life. SSN Insight: Announced during BET’s Upfront presentation on April 23.

Untitled Mike Daniels/Katie Holmes Victim Advocate Project Network: Cinemax Studio: Universal Television Executive Producer(s): Katie Holmes, Mike Daniels Writer(s): Mike Daniels Logline: Follows a victims’ rights advocate who is attacked by a stalker and then returns to the streets of her crime-ridden past to seek justice. SSN Insight: Holmes will star in the project and also is in the cast of Kennedys: After Camelot, a miniseries that has been picked up by Reelz.

Untitled Jenny Slate/ Robespierre/ Holm Comedy Project Network: FX Production Company(s): A24 Executive Producer(s): Gillian Robespierre, Elisabeth Holm, Jenny Slate, Ravi Nandan, John Hodges Writer(s): Gillian Robespierre, Elisabeth Holm Logline: Explores the adult female friendship of two creative partners as they embark on a cross-country road trip. SSN Insight: FX ordered to pilot. Reteams Holm and Robespierre who previously collaborate on the indie film Obvious Child, which A24 acquired at Sundance.

Are Men Necessary? When Sexes Collide Network: HBO Executive Producer(s): Whitney Cummings, Maureen Dowd, Tom Werner, Jimmy Miller Writer(s): Whitney Cummings Logline: A comedic portrait of modern relationships that focuses on human nature and social construction using documentary elements and appearances from experts to help the characters understand the biological basis of their behavior. Notes: Based on the book, "Are Men Necessary? When Sexes Collide," written by Maureen Dowd and published by Putnam on November 8, 2005. SSN Insight: HBO ordered the pilot on April 21.

Doctor Thorne Network: ITV 1 Studio: No Studio Available. Production Company(s): Hat Trick Productions Executive Producer(s): Julian Fellowes, Mark Redhead, Ted Childs, Chris Kelly Writer(s): Julian Fellowes Logline: The story centers on Dr.Thomas Thorne, who lives in the village of Greshamsbury with his beautiful niece, Mary, a girl blessed with every gift except money. When Lady Arabella Gresham discovers that her darling son has fallen in love with Mary, she is horrified. Lady Arabella believes it is her son’s duty to save the family estate and launches a campaign to secure her son an heiress for a bride. Notes: Based on the novel, "Doctor Thorne," written by Anthony Trollope and published in 1858. SSN Insight: Julian Fellowes is the creator of Downton Abbey and is currently developing the pilot of an Untitled Downton Abbey Prequel.

The Logan Paul Show Network: MTV Production Company(s): On Wiscottsin! Executive Producer(s): Scott Tomlinson, Doug Banker Logline: The show follows Logan Paul and his real life brother at the start of his rise to fame in Ohio. We’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the stunts and pranks that have made them the most popular performers on Vine. SSN Insight: Scott Tomlinson was an executive producer and writer on Tosh.0. Announced during MTV’s Upfront presentation on April 21.

Untitled Aziz Ansari Project Network: Netflix Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Aziz Ansari, Alan Yang, Michael Schur, David Miner, Dave Becky Writer(s): Aziz Ansari Logline: Storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: Netflix has given a series order of 10 episodes. Cast includes H. Jon Benjamin, Lena Waithe and Eric Wareheim, along with Saturday Night Live alumna Noël Wells and Kelvin Yu with Claire Danes guesting. Spectacular Now’s James Ponsoldt is directing.

Counterpart Network: Starz Production Company(s): Anonymous Content, Media Rights Capital Executive Producer(s): Justin Marks Writer(s): Justin Marks Logline: Howard Silk is a lowly cog in a bureaucratic UN agency who is turning the last corner of a life filled with regret, when he discovers the agency he works for is guarding a secret: a crossing to a parallel dimension. Through Howard and his counterpart on the other side, Prime, the show will navigate themes of identity, idealism, what-ifs, and lost love. SSN Insight: Starz ordered the project to series and J.K. Simmons has been cast as the lead. Oscar-nominated Imitation Game director Morten Tyldum is set to direct the first two episodes.

Galaxy Quest Studio: Paramount Television Production Company(s): Gran Via Productions Executive Producer(s): Robert Gordon, Dean Parisot, Mark Johnson, Melissa Bernstein Writer(s): Robert Gordon Logline: Based on the movie about the cast of a long cancelled space TV show who become reluctant real space heroes when they are accidentally transported to a spaceship and tasked with saving an alien nation. Notes: Based on the film, "Galaxy Quest," (USA/1999), directed by Dean Parisot and starring Tim Allen and Sigourney Weaver. SSN Insight: In addition to Galaxy Quest, Gordon penned the screenplay to Men in Black II, Addicted to Love and Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events.

Highston Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Executive Producer(s): Bob Nelson, Sacha Baron Cohen, Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris, Todd Hoffman Writer(s): Bob Nelson Logline: When Highston Liggetts encounters a world he doesn't understand, he retreats into his vast imagination, where famous "friends" are his companions and mentors. SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on April 23.

Mr. Postman Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Benderspink Executive Producer(s): David Robert Mitchell, Chris Bender, JC Spink, Jake Weiner Writer(s): David Robert Mitchell Logline: A mailman investigates the dark mysteries within his all-American town after a horrific event occurs on his own street. SSN Insight: Mitchell is the filmmaker behind the horror film It Follows, which premiered at Cannes and had a limited release in March and has since expanded and grossed $13.5 million domestically.

The Breaks Network: VH1 Executive Producer(s): Seith Mann, Susan Levinson Bixby, Bill Flanagan, Maggie Malina, Dan Charnas Writer(s): Seith Mann, Dan Charnas Logline: Chronicles the journey of Nikki, David and DeeVee, three friends united by their love of hip-hop, as they work to make their big mark in the music industry. Notes: Based on the book, "The Big Payback: The History of the Business of Hip-Hop," written by Dan Charnas and published by New American Library (NAL) on December 7, 2010. SSN Insight: VH1 has ordered the TV movie/backdoor pilot. Mann will write, EP and direct the pilot and has directed episodes of The Wire, The Walking Dead and Elementary.

The Residence Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company(s): Trigger Street Productions Executive Producer(s): Kevin Spacey, Dana Brunetti Logline: The series follows the relationship between the White House residence staff and the various First Families spanning several administrations. Based on the book. Notes: Based on the book, "The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House," written by Kate Andersen Brower and published by Harper on April 7, 2015. SSN Insight: Spacey’s shingle Trigger Street Productions also is developing Race for the White House, which has been ordered to series by CNN.

The Signature of All Things Network: PBS Production Company(s): Origin Pictures Executive Producer(s): David M. Thompson Writer(s): Emily Ballou Logline: Alma Whittaker is a brilliant, determined, and thoroughly scientific woman, struggling to express her intellectual curiosity in a society where women's lives are confined to the domestic sphere. Equal parts Elizabeth Bennet and Charles Darwin, Alma spends her days seeking nothing less than the answers to the origins of life itself. Notes: Based on the novel, "The Signature of All Things," written by Elizabeth Gilbert and published by Riverhead Books on October 1, 2013. SSN Insight: Thompson produced Woman in Gold which is currently being distributed by the Weinstein Company.

Travel Channel

50/50 Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Big Table Media Executive Producer(s): Dana Volkmer-Jones Logline: Do you want to go on an extreme getaway for 50 hours, worth $50,000 dollars? Can you leave immediately? Travel Channel expert Samantha Brown and her adventurous pal Chris Grundy are heading to a town near you and they’re doing the asking. But there’s one catch; you must drop everything and leave right now! SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave an 8 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Boy to Man Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Seven Productions Logline: Adventurer and filmmaker Tim Noonan embarks on a solo journey of self-discovery to worlds beyond his imagination to try and unlock the mysteries of what it means to be the ultimate man. With just his gear and cameras, Noonan first has to earn the tribe's trust. Over the next few weeks, he is put through rituals, initiations and grueling tests to man-up and prove himself worthy of their respect. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave a 12 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Five Star Secrets Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Atlas Media Corporation Executive Producer(s): Anthony Melchiorri, Glen Freyer, Andrew Jacobs Logline: Anthony Melchiorri sets out to experience the hospitality industry's most luxurious and amazing five star hotels. At the end of each episode, Melchiorri identifies one hotel employee who displays above-and-beyond customer service, and he surprises him/her with a very generous $5000 tip, which he calls his Five Star Favorite Award. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave an 8 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Follow Your Past Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Lion Television Ltd. Executive Producer(s): Richard S. Shaw Logline: Follows Americans on a journey to breathtaking locations throughout the world as they uncover their very personal connection to history's most extraordinary events. Traveling across the world from one incredible location to another, each individual will get a chance to walk in their ancestors' footsteps. By journey's end, everything is revealed, and the historical impact of their ancestors' lives will come into clear and striking focus. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave a 13 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Hello Goodbye Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Telepictures Productions, A Very Good Production, BlazHoffski Holding B.V. Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Jeff Kleeman Logline: Captures moments of love, sorrow, family and friendship as regular, everyday people arrive and depart from airports across the world. Notes: Based on the original format and international program "Hello Goodbye" by BlazHoffski Productions BV. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave a 13 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Relocated Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Karga Seven Pictures Executive Producer(s): Emre Sahin, Kelly McPherson, Sarah Wetherbee Logline: The series follows the lives of professionals and their families, as they face the biggest decision they'll ever make. Is a life-changing job worth leaving behind everything you know to live abroad in a strange new city thousands of miles away? Each episode features the story of a family faced with relocating to a foreign city from their current home. They hop a jet and travel to their prospective new city where they meet up with a relocation expert, who is often an ex-pat. These insightful relocators must tailor a three-day tour to their client's specific needs and lifestyle. At the end, the families have to reveal their choice - stay or go. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they ordered 2 pilot episodes during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

Rev Runs Around the World Network: Travel Channel Production Company(s): Departure Films Executive Producer(s): Joseph "Reverend Run" Simmons Logline: After spending years travelling the world with bandmates and friends, Rev Run is embarking on his next travel adventure - but this time with his wife, Justine, and their not-yet-out-of-the-house kids, Russy and Miley. Equipped with four round-the-world airline tickets, Rev and family will be stretched to their limits as they brave exotic territories, fascinating cultures, authentic food and much more. SSN Insight: Travel Channel announced they gave a 16 episode series order during their Upfront presentation held April 22.

101 Ways To Kill Your Ex Network: IFC Executive Producer(s): Erin Simon Berenson, Kimberly Karp Writer(s): Erin Simon Berenson, Kimberly Karp Logline: Jilted by their respective partners, a woman and a man team up to exact down and dirty revenge on the lovers who did them wrong. SSN Insight: The duo is also behind the spec script The Incredible True Story of Jessica & Drew Who Accidentally Boned On The Way To The Wedding, which sold in 2012 to Fox 2000. They’re repped by WME and Madhouse Entertainment

Blindspot Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Martin Gero, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Mark Pellington Writer(s): Martin Gero Logline: A beautiful, mysterious woman with no memory of her past is found naked in the middle of Times Square, her body covered in fresh tattoos - including the inked name of an FBI agent on her back. The FBI becomes involved in the case, using the tattoos on her body as a road map of clues to unlock a conspiracy and discover her identity. SSN Insight: NBC originally gave a script plus penalty commitment in August, ordered the pilot in January. On May 1 Blindspot was given a series order.

Brothers In Atlanta Network: HBO Production Company(s): Field Entertainment, The Story Company Executive Producer(s): Diallo Riddle, Bashir Salahuddin, Lorne Michaels, Andrew Singer, Tim Story Writer(s): Diallo Riddle, Bashir Salahuddin Logline: After some time apart, two old college friends reunite in the black mecca of the New South, Atlanta. Both determined to make it big, their unique perspectives on the quirks of both Atlanta and the black community inevitably lead to personal and professional conflicts. SSN Insight: HBO ordered the pilot in January and gave a series order on April 30. The writing duo previously worked on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

Chicago Med Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Wolf Films, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt, Matt Olmstead, Dick Wolf, Peter Jankowski Writer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt Logline: Storyline under wraps, it’s a spinoff to the NBC series Chicago Fire. SSN Insight: The characters for the potential spinoff are introduced in episode 319 of Chicago Fire. Law & Order 16 year strong alumna S. Epatha Merkerson is set to work again with EP Wolf and will star in the series. NBC ordered the series on May 1.

Untitled Female Basketball Team Comedy Project Network: Comedy Central Production Company(s): Electric Dynamite Executive Producer(s): Jeremy Konner, Amanda Lund, Maria Blasucci, Angela Trimbur, Jack Black Writer(s): Amanda Lund Logline: A group of misfit women in Los Angeles find new leases on life through their less-than-stellar all-girls basketball team. SSN Insight: Konner is on a role at Comedy Central as her last two projects went to series: Drunk History and the upcoming Another Period.

Damien Network: A+E Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company(s): Fineman Entertainment, 44 Strong Productions, Pancho Pictures Executive Producer(s): Glen Mazzara, Ross Fineman, Pancho Mansfield, Shekhar Kapur Writer(s): Glen Mazzara Logline: Follows the adult life of Damien Thorn, the mysterious child from the 1976 feature who has grown up, seemingly unaware of the satanic forces around him. Haunted by his past, Damien must now come to terms with his true destiny - that he is the Antichrist, the most feared man throughout the ages. Based on the film. Details: Based on the film, "The Omen," directed by Richard Donner and released in 1976. SSN Insight: Project was originally set to air on Lifetime, but will now air on A&E.

Gigi's Bucket List Network: IFC Production Company(s): Grandma's House Entertainment Executive Producer(s): David Krumholtz, Tim Gibbons, Ricky Mabe, Ben Newmark, Dan Newmark Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: Gertrude Rotblum, aka "Gigi," just lost her beloved husband Harold, but has gained a new lease on life with the help of an unknown bank account discovered in his will. With her dead husband’s secret millions, this 76-year-old yenta with a heart of gold and a razor-sharp tongue sets out to experience everything she deprived herself of in her younger years. Details: Based on the character, Gigi, who first appeared on the website "weatherfrom.com". SSN Insight: Network has ordered 8 half-hour episodes to shoot this June in LA with a premiere later this year.

Green Eggs and Ham Network: Netflix Studio: Warner Bros. Animation Production Company(s): A Very Good Production, Gulfstream Television Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Jared Stern, Jeff Kleeman, Mike Karz, David Dobkin Writer(s): Jared Stern Logline: A animated series based on the Dr. Suess book "Green eggs and Ham". Details: Based on the children's book "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss. SSN Insight: Netflix has ordered 13 episodes. It will take three years to produce the series with production to start in May for a 2018 premiere.

Untitled Harriet Tubman Project Network: HBO Production Company(s): Amblin Television, JuVee, Halyard Park Executive Producer(s): Justin Falvey, Darryl Frank, Doug Ellin, Jim Lefkowitz, Cliff Dorfman Writer(s): Kirk Ellis Logline: Tells the story of Harriet Tubman. Born a slave, she escaped and, via an intricate escape network of secret routes and safe houses known as the Underground Railroad, she led more than 300 slaves to freedom in the North and later fought with the Union during the Civil War. Details: Based on the book, "Bound For The Promised Land: Harriet Tubman: Portrait of an American Hero," written by Kate Clifford Larson and published by Ballantine Books in 2003. SSN Insight: Viola Davis is set to star as Harriet Tubman. Doug Ellin created the Entourage series, the film based on the series will be released in summer.

Heartbreaker Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Executive Producer(s): Jill Gordon, Brad Silberling, Amy Brenneman, Robert Duncan McNeill Writer(s): Jill Gordon Logline: Follows the outspoken Alex Panttiere, one of the rare female heart-transplant surgeons, who brings an innovative eye to treating patients week to week while also balancing the complications of her professional and romantic life. Details: Based on the memoir, "Heart Matters: A Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon," written by Kathy E. Magliato, MD and published by Crown Archetype on January 26, 2010. SSN Insight: NBC ordered the pilot in January and gave a series order on May 1.

Home Free Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Production Company(s): Relativity Television Executive Producer(s): Mike Holmes, George Verschoor, Trice Barto, Brad Bishop, Andrew Marcus Logline: Nine couples are challenged to revive one run-down house every week. During each episode, Mile Holmes will present the couples with tasks designed to test and challenge the skills of these do-it-yourself enthusiasts. Not only must the couples work together to restore the home, they all must live together 24/7 in the same dilapidated home. The final two couples remaining will fight to the finish to win their ultimate dream home. SSN Insight: Fox ordered 8 episodes on April 29.

Living On Video Network: HBO Production Company(s): Panic Pictures Executive Producer(s): David Fincher, Rich Wilkes, Josh Donen, Ceán Chaffin, Bob Stevenson Writer(s): Rich Wilkes, Bob Stevenson, David Fincher Logline: Set in 1983 Los Angeles, centers on Bobby, a wide-eyed guy who drops out of college and drives to Hollywood with dreams of directing a sci-fi epic. He lands a job as a PA for a company making music videos. Revolves around the players of the then-exploding music video industry - directors, record executives and crew members, many of them dabbling in drugs - through the eyes of the newcomer. SSN Insight: HBO has given a series order of 10 episodes. Tyler Ross was previously attached to star but was recast. Charlie Rowe, Jason Flemyng, and Corbin Bernsen have been cast in the series.

Paradise Pictures Network: USA Studio: Universal Cable Productions Executive Producer(s): Rick Muirragui, Aaron Korsh Writer(s): Rick Muirragui Logline: Ambitious people strive to get to the top in 1940s Hollywood, when the dream factory was at its peak. Little do they know the challenges they’re about to face: the end of studio monopolies, the blacklist and the new disruptive technology of television. SSN Insight: USA ordered the drama pilot on April 28. Korsh has an overall deal at Universal Cable Productions.

Roots Network: A+E, History, Lifetime Studio: A+E Networks Production Company(s): The Wolper Organization, Toberoff & Associates, P.C. Executive Producer(s): Mark M. Wolper, Marc Toberoff, William Packer Writer(s): Mark D. Rosenthal, Lawrence Konner, Alison McDonald, Charles Murray Logline: The dramatization of Alex Haley's chronicle of his family history from his ancestors' life in tribal Africa of the eighteenth century to their emancipation in the post-Civil War South Details: Based on the book, "Roots: The Saga of an American Family," written by Alex Haley and published by Doubleday in 1976. SSN Insight: The network plans to make the miniseries 8 hours. The series will broadcast on History, A&E and Lifetime simultaneously. LeVar Burton who previously starred in the original series will produce.

Smoke Gets In Your Eyes Studio: Paramount Television Production Company(s): Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): Evan Dunsky, Kerry Kohansky Roberts, Rosalie Swedlin, Alex Goldstone Writer(s): Evan Dunsky Logline: The show is a behind-the-scenes look at Caitlin Doughty, a twenty-something mortician with a degree in medieval history and a flair for the macabre who takes a job at a crematory, turning morbid curiosity into her life’s work. Thrown into a profession of gallows humor and vivid characters Caitlin learns to navigate the secretive culture of those who care for the deceased. Details: Based on the memoir, "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes: And Other Lessons From The Crematory," written by Caitlin Doughty and published by W. W. Norton & Company on September 15, 2014.

Snowfall Network: FX Production Company(s): Underground Executive Producer(s): John Singleton, Eric Amadio, Michael London, Trevor Engelson, Evan Silverberg Writer(s): John Singleton, Eric Amadio Logline: Told through the eyes of a young black kid from Compton, a Mexican wrestler and a CIA agent charged with running money to the Contras, Snowfall will examine the beginnings of the crack cocaine epidemic in Los Angeles. SSN Insight: Previously in development at Showtime. FX ordered the pilot on May 1.

Spiral Network: Showtime Studio: Endemol Studios Production Company(s): Levinson/Fontana Company Executive Producer(s): Tom Fontana, James Yoshimura, Steve McPherson, Barry Levinson Writer(s): Tom Fontana, James Yoshimura Logline: Follows a murder investigation and reveals the cooperation, conflict, transgression and corruption within the French legal system from the perspective of the lead characters: a police captain and her two lieutenants, a judge, a prosecutor, and a defense lawyer. Details: Based on the French crime thriller series "Engrenages." SSN Insight: The show is the longest-running and highest-rated original series on Canal Plus in France and is heading into its sixth season.

The Arrangement Network: E! Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Objective Productions, All3Media America Executive Producer(s): Jonathan Abrahams, Jimmy Fox, Stephen Lambert, Eli Holzman Writer(s): Jonathan Abrahams Logline: Megan Morrison is a beautiful young actress who auditions for the female lead in a summer blockbuster playing opposite Kyle West, the hottest actor of the moment. After an amazing audition segues into a dream-like first date, Megan’s Cinderella story takes a turn to the bizarre when she is presented with a contract that details an entire relationship with Kyle. Megan must weigh her options and the benefits and consequences to her career and her life overall and decide whether or not she will accept "the arrangement." SSN Insight: E! ordered the pilot on April 30.

The Magicians Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): Groundswell Productions Executive Producer(s): Sera Gamble, John McNamara, Michael London, Janice Williams Writer(s): John McNamara, Sera Gamble Logline: Disaffected Quentin feels out of sync with his beautiful, accomplished friends, and is often dangerously depressed. His abiding interest since childhood has always been a series of novels set in the magical land of Fillory -- but when Quentin is recruited as a new student at the mysterious Brakebills academy, he soon realizes that "magic is real," and that it is a craft as deadly as it is fascinating. Details: Based on the book series, "The Magicians," written by Lev Grossman and originally published by Plume in 2009. SSN Insight: Project was previously being developed by Fox in 2011 with writers Ashley Miller & Zach Stentz and Michael London producing. SyFy ordered the pilot in July and picked up the series May 4.

The Unauthorized Full House Story Network: Lifetime Entertainment Television Production Company(s): Front Street Pictures Executive Producer(s): Stephen Bulka, Harvey Kahn Writer(s): Ron McGee Logline: When this situation comedy goes on the air, it becomes an unexpected hit. The actors cast in the show soon find they are overnight sensations. Despite the ups and downs in their professional and personal lives, over the next eight years the cast becomes one of America's most beloved fictional families. In the process, the disparate actors who star in the show bond closely and form an almost surrogate genuine family. SSN Insight: Bulka and Kahn teamed up previously on The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story.

War and Peace Network: History, A&E, Lifetime Production Company(s): The Weinstein Company , Lookout Point, BBC In House Productions, BBC Cymru Wales Executive Producer(s): Andrew Davies, Faith Penhale, Bethan Jones, George Ormond, Simon Vaughan Writer(s): Andrew Davies Logline: Adaptation of Tolstoy's novel centers around the lives of several families leading up to and during Napoleon's 1812 invasion of Russia. Details: Based on the novel, "War and Peace," written by Leo Tolstoy and published in 1869. SSN Insight: Network has ordered six 1-hour episodes, which will air as eight 44-minute episodes internationally. The series will broadcast on History, A&E and Lifetime simultaneously.

IM GLOBAL

Cat’s Cradle Studio: IM Global Television Production Company(s): Elkins Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Brad Yonover, Sandi Love Writer(s): Brad Yonover Logline: Based on the novel that explores issues within science, technology, and religion. It also satirizes the arms race and other targets during the story. Details: Based on the novel "Cat's Cradle" written by Kurt Vonnegut published by Holt Rinehart 1963. SSN Insight: Comes on the heels of news that IM Global is developing Darkover, Den of Thieves starring Carla Gugino, Horrorshow (working title), miniseries 1906, and Anchorage.

Darkover Studio: IM Global Television Production Company(s): Kahn Power Pictures Executive Producer(s): Elizabeth Stanley, Ilene Kahn Power Logline: Based on the The Darkover series, a science fiction-fantasy set in the fictional world of Darkover, the only human-habitable of seven planets orbiting a red giant star settled by a lost colony ship of Spanish and Scots Gaelic speakers. Details: Based on the novel series, The Darkover, by author Marion Zimmer Bradley. SSN Insight: The series contains over 25 books. The books were written between 1958 and 1996, upon the author’s death she left plans for future novels.

Horrorshow (Working Title) Studio: IM Global Television Executive Producer(s): Guy Busick, R. Christopher Murphy Writer(s): Guy Busick, R. Christopher Murphy Logline: A serialized drama in the vein of classic horror films in the 1970’s and 80’s. The story takes place in real time during an intense night during which a psychopath is loosed upon an unsuspecting town. SSN Insight: Comes on the heels of news that IM Global is developing Cat’s Cradle, Den of Thieves starring Carla Gugino, miniseries 1906, and Anchorage.

1906 Studio: IM Global Television Production Company(s): White Wolf Productions Executive Producer(s): David S. Ward, Mark R. Harris (producer), Julie Ruthenbeck (producer), Susan Lee Smith (producer) Writer(s): David S. Ward Logline: Chronicles one of the worst disasters in modern history, the cataclysmic San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906. SSN Insight: The project is packaged by CAA and IPG. Martin Cambell, who directed Casino Royale will direct. It will be a six hour miniseries.

Anchorage Studio: IM Global Television Production Company(s): Court Five Executive Producer(s): Jane Fleming, Mark Ordesky Logline: A crime procedural based on the true story of Sgt. Kathy Lacey and her experiences as head of the Vice division in Anchorage, Alaska, one of the most dangerous cities in America. SSN Insight: Mark Ordesky was an EP on The Lord of the Rings franchise as well as The Golden Compass. Lacey will be on board as a consulting producer.

ABC - New Series Orders

SSN Insight: Shondaland to the rescue! Thanks to Shonda Rhimes’ How to Get Away with Murder, along with her stalwart Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal, ABC is alive and well. Upping their diversity in a big way has also kept them afloat with hits like Black-ish and Fresh Off the Boat. They’ve decided to keep that trend going with orders for Ken Jeong’s Dr. Ken, Uncle Buck with an African-American family and The Real O’Neal about a gay son. And let’s not forget Disney, which supplies them with their fanboy fair. There was news of a spin-off with Agents of Shield, but the network decided against it, instead renewing Agent Carter and Agents of Shield. They’re also placing an expensive bet on Of Prophets & Kings, tapping into the faith-based market that’s served The History Channel well.

Dr. Ken Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios, Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Davis Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Ken Jeong, Jared Stern, John Davis, John Fox, Mike Sikowitz Writer(s): Jared Stern, Ken Jeong, Mike O'Connell Logline: Dr. Ken is a brilliant physician with no bedside manner. He is always trying to be a good doctor, as well as a good husband and dad to his two kids. However, these good intentions have a way of driving everyone crazy at both work and at home. Luckily, his therapist wife Allison is just the right partner to keep things sane. Notes: Loosely based on the pre-comedy life of Ken Jeong. SSN Insight: The multi-cam comedy was previously in development at NBC for the 2014-2015 season.

Of Kings and Prophets Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): BoomGen Studios Executive Producer(s): Jason Reed, Reza Aslan, Mahyad Tousi, Adam Cooper, Bill Collage Writer(s): Adam Cooper, Bill Collage Logline: The story is an epic biblical saga of faith, ambition and betrayal as told through the eyes of a battle-weary king, a powerful and resentful prophet and a resourceful young shepherd on a collision course with destiny. 60 year old King Saul has been leading Israel's wars for the last thirty years; he's told by Samuel that God will anoint a new King. In Saul's palace, young David becomes the new harpist, and feels within him a mighty destiny, to be God's strong right arm. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the pilot on January 23. Scribes previously penned the Ridley Scott movie Exodos: Gods and Kings.

Quantico Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Mark Gordon Company Executive Producer(s): Joshua Safran, Mark R. Gordon, Nicholas Pepper Writer(s): Joshua Safran Logline: A group of young, sexy FBI recruits, all with specific reasons for joining, go through training given by current Special Agents at the college-like Quantico base in Virginia. One of the recruits turns out to be a sleeper terrorist who creates the most severe terrorist attack on US soil since 9/11. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the drama pilot on January 26.

The Family Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Mandeville Films/TV Executive Producer(s): Jenna Bans, David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman, Laurie Zaks Writer(s): Jenna Bans Logline: The return of a politician's young son who was presumed dead after disappearing more than a decade earlier, sends shockwaves throughout their tight knit community. But as the mysterious young man is welcomed back into his community, the neighbor sitting in jail for his murder is released and the cop responsible is forced to reexamine what truly happened so many years ago. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the drama pilot on January 28.

The Muppets Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios, The Muppets Studio, LLC Executive Producer(s): Bill Prady, Bob Kushell, Randall Einhorn, Bill Barretta Writer(s): Bill Prady, Bob Kushell Logline: A Muppets series set behind the scenes of a late-night talk show. SSN Insight: ABC original gave a commitment to a pilot presentation for the comedy on April 3.

The Real O'Neals Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Hypomania Content, Di Bonaventura Pictures Television Executive Producer(s): Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Dan Savage, Brian Pines, Daniel McDermott, Casey Johnson Writer(s): David E. Windsor, Casey Johnson Logline: A picture perfect family is turned upside down when the youngest son comes out of the closet. What seems like the end of their idyllic life turns out to be the beginning of a bright new chapter when everyone stops pretending to be perfect and actually starts being real. Notes: Loosely based on the life of columnist Dan Savage. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the single-camera comedy pilot on January 26.

Uncle Buck Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios, Universal Television Production Company(s): Will Packer Productions Executive Producer(s): William Packer, Stephen Cragg, Brian Bradley Writer(s): Stephen Cragg, Brian Bradley Logline: A childish man learns how to be an adult by taking care of his brother’s kids in a very childish way. Notes: Based on the film, "Uncle Buck," (1989), directed by John Hughes and starring John Candy. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the single-camera comedy pilot on February 1.

Untitled Pate & Fishburne Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Flame Ventures, LLC Executive Producer(s): Tony Krantz, Josh Pate, Don Johnson, Rodes Fishburne, Drew Comins Josh Pate, Rodes Fishburne Logline: Billy and Cody Lefever dream of a new life beyond their working class roots and move to "The Bakken" in North Dakota, booming after the biggest oil discovery in American history. They’re soon pitted against a ruthless tycoon who forces them to bet big and put everything on the line, including their marriage. SSN Insight: The drama was originally in development at ABC for the 2012-2013 season. It moved to USA where it was in development at USA for the 2013-2014 season, before returning back to ABC for development for the 2015-2016 season.

Wicked City Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company(s): Mandeville Films/TV Executive Producer(s): Steven Baigelman, David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman, Laurie Zaks Steven Baigelman Logline: Two LA cops track a serial killer team amidst the rock-and-roll, coke-infused revelry of the 1980s Sunset Strip. SSN Insight: ABC originally ordered the drama pilot on January 23. Each season will follow a different case set in a different noteworthy era of LA history.

CBS - New Series Orders

SSN Insight: What once was old is new again, except by new we mean younger. CBS is tapping into the younger audience leveraging comic books and film, a shrewd move to be sure. Berlanti is on a role as Supergirl’s order means he will be executive producing six series come fall including Arrow, The Flash, and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow on The CW and The Mysteries of Laura and Blindspot on NBC. In addition ABC is also putting a lot of stock in film with Limitless and Rush Hour getting the small screen treatment. They’re not forgetting their core demographic with a spin-off of the procedural Criminal Minds joining the schedule that’s plenty heavy with NCIS and CSI and their spin-offs still running.

Angel From Hell Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Executive Producer(s): Tad Quill Writer(s): Tad Quill Logline: When Amy enters Allison’s life and claims to be her guardian angel, they form an unlikely friendship and Allison can’t be sure if Amy is an angel or just nuts. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the single camera pilot on January 28.

The Briefcase Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Executive Producer(s): Dave Broome, Faye Stapleton Logline: Hardworking American families experiencing financial setbacks are presented with a briefcase containing $101,000 and a potentially life-altering decision: They can keep all of the money for themselves or give all or part of it to another family in need. SSN Insight: Broome also created The Biggest Loser. Six episodes of the reality show have been ordered and it’s set to premiere on May 27.

Code Black Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios, ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): Michael Seitzman, Linda Goldstein-Knowlton, Marti Noxon, David Semel, Ryan McGarry Writer(s): Michael Seitzman Logline: One young doctor has just joined the extraordinary staff of Los Angeles’ busiest ER as they struggle in the face of a broken system to protect their ideals and the patients who need them the most. Notes: Based on the documentary, "Code Black," (2013) directed by Ryan McGarry. SSN Insight: CBS gave a put pilot order on August 21 for the drama, followed by a pilot order on January 27.

Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios, ABC Studios Production Company(s): Mark Gordon Company Executive Producer(s): Mark R. Gordon, Nicholas Pepper Writer(s): Erica Messer Logline: Follows FBI agents helping American citizens who find themselves in trouble abroad. The proposed spinoff will air as episode 19 of season 10 on the current series of "Criminal Minds". SSN Insight: The series will co-star Gary Sinise, Daniel Henney and Tyler James Williams and is a co-production between ABC Studios and CBS Television Studios.

Life in Pieces Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Kapital Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Justin Adler, Aaron Kaplan, Jason Winer Writer(s): Justin Adler Logline: The story of one family, told through the separate stories of its different family members. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the single-camera comedy pilot on January 23.

Limitless Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company(s): K/O Paper Products, Relativity Television, 22nd & Green Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Craig Sweeny, Neil Burger, Alex Kurtzman Writer(s): Craig Sweeny Logline: Follows Brian Sinclair as he discovers the power of the mysterious drug NZT and is coerced into using his newfound drug-enhanced abilities to solve weekly cases for the FBI. Based on the film. Notes: Based on the 2011 movie, "Limitless," which was based on the novel "Dark Fields" written by Alan Glynn and published in the United Kingdom by Little, Brown, and in the United States by Penguin-Putman. SSN Insight: Project was previously in development last season with Georgetown TV, who are no longer attached to this project. CBS ordered the pilot for the drama on Januaray 28.

Rush Hour Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Doozer Productions Executive Producer(s): Bill Lawrence, Blake McCormick, Brett Ratner, Arthur Sarkissian, Jeff Ingold Writer(s): Bill Lawrence, Blake McCormick Logline: A stoic, by-the-book Hong Kong police officer is assigned to a case in Los Angeles, where he’s forced to work with a cocky black LAPD officer who has no interest in a partner. Notes: Based on the film, "Rush Hour" (USA/ 1998), directed by Brett Ratner and starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the pilot in February. The pilot was written by “Cougar Town” co-creator Lawrence. It will be an hour-long action comedy series.

Supergirl Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): DC Entertainment, Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Allison Adler, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Geoff Johns Writer(s): Allison Adler, Greg Berlanti Logline: Born on the planet Krypton, Kara Zor-El escaped amid its destruction years ago. Since arriving on Earth, she’s been hiding the powers she shares with her famous cousin. But now at age 24, she decides to embrace her superhuman abilities and be the hero she was always meant to be. Notes: Based on the Supergirl character, created by writer Otto Binder and designed by artist Al Plastino in 1959. SSN Insight: The drama had a big series commitment penalty but has since been ordered to series and will star Glee and Whiplash alum, Melissa Benoist. Unlike Smallville, series will start with her as a superhero.

Zoo Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company(s): Treeline Films, Midnight Radio, James Patterson Entertainment Executive Producer(s): James Patterson, Josh Appelbaum, Andre Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, Scott Rosenberg Writer(s): Josh Appelbaum, Andre Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, Scott Rosenberg, Dee Harris-Lawrence Logline: Set amidst a wave of violent animal attacks sweeping across the planet, a young renegade scientist is thrust into a race to unlock the mystery behind this pandemic before time runs out for animals and humans alike. Notes: Based on the novel, "Zoo," written by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge and published by Little, Brown and Company on September 3, 2012. SSN Insight: CBS gave a series order of 13 episodes on July 1 to be broadcast in summer. Pinkner, Appelbaum, Nemec and Rosenberg share the Midnight Radio banner and previously inked a first-look deal with CBS TV Studios.

THE CW - New Series Orders

SSN Insight: Younger isn’t a problem for The CW as it still holds on to that set, albeit with less fashion and more flash with The 100, Beauty and the Beast and The Vampire Diaries holding strong. What once was Gossip Girl territory has been taken over by monsters and super-powered beings. As the network is half owned by Warner Bros., it has its share of DC comics based series with Arrow, The Flash, iZombie and now Legends of Tomorrow. But unlike Marvel, DC spreads the superheroes across networks with Gotham and Lucifer at Fox and Supergirl at CBS. Let’s not forget standout Jane the Virgin, though, which garnered a Golden Globe for star Gina Rodriguez and has been renewed.

A Wicked Offer Network: CW Television Network Production Company(s): T Group Productions Executive Producer(s): Jenny Daly, Robert Sizemore Logline: The show tests how far couples will go for money. It requires the couple to complete a series of scandalous and controversial tasks involving their unsuspecting friends, families and co-workers for cash prizes. With each challenge testing the couple’s moral and ethical boundaries, the couples must weigh the potential havoc wreaked on their relationship with each other and everyone involved. As the stakes and cash value are raised, the couples must decide how far they’re willing to go for money. SSN Insight: CW ordered the series on February 23 and slated its broadcast for the summer season.

Cordon Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter Writer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter Logline: When a deadly epidemic breaks out in Atlanta, a large city quarantine is quickly enforced, leaving those stuck on the inside to fight for their lives. Loved ones are tragically torn apart, and the society that grows inside the cordon reveals both the devolution of humanity and the birth of unlikely heroes. Notes: Based on the original Belgian series "Cordon" which was created by Carl Joos and aired in 2014. SSN Insight: CW ordered the pilot on February 2.

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Network: CW Television Network Studio: CBS Television Studios Executive Producer(s): Aline Brosh McKenna, Rachel Bloom, Marc Webb Writer(s): Aline Brosh McKenna, Rachel Bloom Logline: A successful, driven, and possibly crazy young woman who impulsively gives up everything – her partnership at a prestigious law firm and her upscale apartment in Manhattan – in a desperate attempt to find love and happiness in that exotic hotbed of romance and adventure in West Covina, CA. SSN Insight: Showtime ordered the half hour pilot with musical elements on June, 23 2014. The project was acquired by the CW and was re-developed as a one-hour.

Dates Network: CW Television Network Production Company(s): Balloon Entertainment, Ltd. Executive Producer(s): No Executive Producer Available. Writer(s): Bryan Elsley, Nancy Harris, Ben Schiffer, Jamie Chan, Laura Hunter Logline: Each episode of the series focuses on a first date between two people who have met on an online dating service. It explores the issues, intricacies, romance and danger of modern relationships, along with the thrill, calamities, lies and truths of first dates. SSN Insight: Acquired by the CW, the series previously aired in the UK on Channel 4 from June-July, 2013.

DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): DC Entertainment, Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Andrew Kreisberg, Marc Guggenheim, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter Writer(s): Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg Logline: When heroes alone are not enough the world needs legends. Having seen the future, one he will desperately try to prevent from happening, time-traveling rogue Rip Hunter is tasked with assembling a disparate group of both heroes and villains to confront an unstoppable threat - one in which not only is the planet at stake, but all of time itself. Can this ragtag team defeat an immortal threat unlike anything they have ever known? Notes: Based on characters from the DC Comics universe and from the shows "Arrow" and "Flash," which air on the CW. SSN Insight: The superhero team-up series will star The Flash's Wentworth Miller as Captain Cold, Dominic Purcell as Heat Wave, Victor Garber at Dr. Martin Stein, Arrow’s Brandon Routh as The Atom, Arrow’s Caity Lotz as Sara Lance, Clara Renee as Hawkgirl, Franz Drameh as Jay Jackson and Arthur Darvill as Rip Hunter.

Significant Mother Network: CW Television Network Studio: CBS Television Studios, Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Alloy Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith, Tripp Reed, Leslie Morgenstein Writer(s): Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith Logline: Nate is a budding Portland restaurateur whose world is turned upside down when he comes back from a business trip to find his lothario best friend and roommate, Jimmy, is dating his recently separated mother, Lydia. To make matters worse, Nate’s previously disinterested dad, Harrison, is determined to win Lydia back and isn’t afraid to use Nate to get what he wants. Stuck between his family feud and his best friend’s first serious relationship, Nate’s "new normal" forever changes his relationships with his parents and severely handicaps his own dating life. Notes: Based on the digital series, "Significant Mother," which premiered on CW Seed in 2014. SSN Insight: CW has given a series order of 9 episodes as of April 10 and the series will shoot in June in Portland, Oregon.

FOX - New Series Orders

SSN Insight: The network had a lot of put pilots in the mix with five of the nine new series greenlit as a result of those deals. With hits like Gotham and Sleepy Hollow, they’re adding more genre-fare with the easy to market Minority Report, Frankenstein Code and X-Files. On the comedy side, they’ve opted for all single-camera formats and will rely on household names John Stamos and Rob Lowe to front their series. Empire has done stellar numbers for the network, thus making a renewal a no-brainer, however its proving hard to replicate without a clone in sight. Fox is breaking from the fold though with Scream Queens, a horror comedy anthology stemming from Glee creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk.

Grandfathered Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: ABC Studios, 20th Century Fox Production Company(s): St. Amos Productions, Rhode Island Ave. Productions Executive Producer(s): Dan Fogelman, John Stamos, Danny Chun Writer(s): Danny Chun Logline: A charismatic longtime bachelor's life is upended when he discovers he’s a father – and a grandfather. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot commitment on September 11 followed by a pilot order on January 23.

Lucifer Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): DC Entertainment, Jerry Bruckheimer Television, Aggressive Mediocrity, Inc Executive Producer(s): Tom Kapinos, Jerry Bruckheimer, Jonathan Littman, Len Wiseman, Ildy Modrovich Writer(s): Tom Kapinos Logline: Lucifer, bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, resigns his throne and abandons his kingdom for the gorgeous, shimmering insanity of Los Angeles, where he gets his kicks helping the LAPD punish criminals. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot commitment on February 19. Lina Esco was previously cast as Maze, but was replaced by Lesley-Ann Brandt.

Minority Report Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television, Paramount Television Production Company(s): Amblin Television Executive Producer(s): Kevin Falls, Max Borenstein, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey Writer(s): Max Borenstein, Steven Spielberg Logline: Ten years after the end of Precrime in D.C., one of the three Precogs struggles to lead a "normal" human life but remains haunted by visions of the future. He meets a detective haunted by her past who just may help him find a purpose to his gift. Notes: Based on the film "Minority Report" (2002), directed by Steven Spielberg. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot with a penalty commitment on September 8 followed by a pilot order on January 9.

Rosewood Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Temple Hill Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Todd Harthan, Vahan Moosekian, Richard Shepard, Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen Writer(s): Todd Harthan Logline: Brilliant Dr. Johnny Rosewood, Jr., is the top private pathologist in all of Miami. As owner of one of the most sophisticated, state-of-the-art independent labs in the country, he finds the secrets in bodies that others usually miss. His eternal optimism will frustrate the cynical female detective he often works with, but she can’t argue with the results that his unique perspective provides. SSN Insight: Fox ordered a pilot for the drama on January 20.

Scream Queens Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Ryan Murphy Productions, Brad Falchuk Teley-Vision Executive Producer(s): Ryan Murphy, Dante Di Loreto, Brad Falchuk, Ian Brennan Writer(s): Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, Ian Brennan Logline: A comedy-horror anthology series. Season one revolves around a college campus rocked by a series of murders. SSN Insight: Fox ordered 15 episodes on October 20. Oliver Hudson replaces Joe Manganiello in the cast.

The Frankenstein Code Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Teakwood Lane Productions Executive Producer(s): Rand Ravich, Howard Gordon, Michael Cuesta Writer(s): Rand Ravich Logline: Centers on Ray Pritchard, a morally corrupt retired cop who is given a second chance at life when he is brought back from the dead. Now younger and stronger, Pritchard will have to choose between his old temptations and his new sense of purpose. Notes: Inspired by the novel, "Frankenstein," written by Mary Shelley and published in 1818. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial commitment of a put pilot on October 22 followed by a pilot order on January 20.

The Grinder Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Andrew Mogel, Jarrad Paul, Nicholas Stoller, Rob Lowe, Jake Kasdan Writer(s): Andrew Mogel, Jarrad Paul Logline: When his long-running hit series comes to an end, he finds himself at a crossroads in life and decides to move back to his small home town thinking he has the experience to take over his family’s law firm where he butts heads with his brother. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial commitment of a put pilot on October 6 followed by a pilot order on February 12.

The Guide To Surviving Life Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): The Jackal Group Executive Producer(s): Jay Lacopo, Gail Berman, William Callahan Writer(s): Jay Lacopo Logline: 26-year-old Cooper Barrett turns to a camera after a particularly calamitous experience and using cautionary tales from his own life, episode by episode, helps the youth of America survive the ridiculous disaster that is life and love in your 20s. SSN Insight: Fox ordered the pilot on February 2. Home Free Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Production Company(s): Relativity Television Executive Producer(s): Mike Holmes, George Verschoor, Trice Barto, Brad Bishop, Andrew Marcus Logline: Nine couples are challenged to revive one run-down house every week. During each episode, Mile Holmes will present the couples with tasks designed to test and challenge the skills of these do-it-yourself enthusiasts. Not only must the couples work together to restore the home, they all must live together 24/7 in the same dilapidated home. The final two couples remaining will fight to the finish to win their ultimate dream home. SSN Insight: Fox ordered 8 episodes on April 29.

The X-Files Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Ten Thirteen Productions Executive Producer(s): Chris Carter, Glen Morgan Writer(s): Glen Morgan, James Wong Logline: The series follows the continuing story of FBI special agents Scully and Mulder, who investigate unexplained cases,"X-Files", for which the only answers involve paranormal phenomena. Notes: The event series continues the story from the television series, "The X-Files," which aired on Fox from 1993-2002. SSN Insight: The network has ordered 6 episodes as a limited series to star David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson as Mulder and Scully once more on March 24. Project will premiere after the NFC Championship Game on Sunday, January 24th, 2016 and will then air on Monday's at 8pm.

NBC - New Series Orders

SSN Insight: Dying is easy, comedy is hard. Those words couldn’t be truer for NBC has not one of their freshman comedy series received a renewal. But with 23 new shows on the schedule, NBC is outpacing all the other networks in terms of sheer quantity. They’re holding fast and strong to the multi-cam comedy with Undateable and One Big Happy still on the schedule with new shows Coach being taken off the bench along with Crowded, Hot & Bothered and People Are Talking amongst other single camera comedies. They’re taking a page from Netflix’s playbook and releasing their summer series, Aquarius all at once on NBC.com the same day of its premiere. Meanwhile on the franchise end, Dick Wolf is still going strong with his Law & Order and Chicago franchises, the latter earning a spin-off, not to mention his latest live unscripted series, You the Jury.

Aquarius Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Tomorrow Studios Executive Producer(s): David Duchovny, John McNamara, Marty Adelstein, Melanie Greene, Becky Clements Writer(s): John McNamara, Alexandra Cunningham, Sera Gamble, Rafael Yglesias, David Reed Logline: A Los Angeles police sergeant with a complicated personal life starts tracking a small-time criminal and budding cult leader seeking out vulnerable women to join his "cause." The name of that man is Charles Manson. SSN Insight: NBC ordered 13 episodes in a straight to series order on March 31. After the network premiere on May 28th, the entire series will be available on NBC.com and the NBC app as well as other VOD platforms.

Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: ITV Studios America Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Neil Patrick Harris, Orly Adelson, Shu Greene, Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly Logline: Features comedy sketches, musical numbers, mini game shows, hidden-camera celebrity pranks and appearances by A-listers. Notes: Based on the UK series, "Saturday Night Takeaway," which premiered on ITV in 2002. SSN Insight: NBC gave a ten episode limited series order for the variety show on October 27.

Blindspot Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Martin Gero, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Mark Pellington Writer(s): Martin Gero Logline: A beautiful, mysterious woman with no memory of her past is found naked in the middle of Times Square, her body covered in fresh tattoos, including the inked name of an FBI agent on her back. The FBI becomes involved in the case, using the tattoos on her body as a road map of clues to unlock a conspiracy and discover her identity. SSN Insight: NBC gave the drama an initial commitment for a script plus penalty on August 28 and ordered the pilot on January 23. Chicago Med Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Wolf Films, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt, Matt Olmstead, Dick Wolf, Peter Jankowski Writer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt Logline: Storyline under wraps. Notes: Conceived as a spinoff of the NBC series, "Chicago Fire." The characters for the potential spinoff are introduced in episode 319 of "Chicago Fire" On February 4. SSN Insight: The characters for the potential spinoff are introduced in episode 319 of Chicago Fire. Law & Order 16 year strong alumna S. Epatha Merkerson is set to work again with EP Wolf and will star in the series.

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 , now retired from coaching , 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. Notes: A sequel to the original ABC series "Coach," which aired for 9 seasons starting in 1989. SSN Insight: NBC gave an order of 13 episodes on March 26 for the comedy.

Crowded Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Hazy Mills Productions Executive Producer(s): Suzanne Martin, Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner Writer(s): Suzanne Martin Logline: After 20 years of parenting, empty nesters Mike and Martina are finally reclaiming their wild side. Yet when both of their two grown daughters unexpectedly move back in, and Mike’s parents scratch their plans to spend their golden years in Florida, their roost is full again. SSN Insight: NBC gave the pilot order on January 15 and ordered the multi-cam comedy series on May 7.

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 Writer(s): No Writer Available. 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. Notes: Based on the British format. SSN Insight: NBC ordered 8 episodes of the docuseries on March 27.

Game of Silence Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television, Universal Television Production Company(s): Intrigue, TIMS Productions, Carol Mendelsohn Productions Executive Producer(s): David Hudgins, Niels Arden Oplev, Carol Mendelsohn, Julie Weitz, Timur Savci Writer(s): David Hudgins Logline: Centers on a rising attorney on the brink of spectacular success who could lose his perfect life when his long lost childhood friends threaten to expose a dark secret from their violent past. Notes: Based on the Turkish series, "Suskunlar," which aired in 2012. SSN Insight: NBC gave an initial commitment of a pilot plus penalty for the drama on September 9 and ordered the pilot on January 21.

Heartbreaker Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Jill Gordon, Brad Silberling, Amy Brenneman, Robert Duncan McNeill Writer(s): Jill Gordon Logline: Follows the outspoken Alex Panttiere, one of the rare female heart-transplant surgeons, who brings an innovative eye to treating patients week to week while also balancing the complications of her professional and romantic life. Notes: Based on the memoir, "Heart Matters: A Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon," written by Kathy E. Magliato, MD and published by Crown Archetype on January 26, 2010. SSN Insight: NBC ordered the pilot for the drama on January 23.

Hot & Bothered Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): UnbeliEVAble Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Eva Longoria, Ben Spector, Christine Pietrosh, Jessica Goldstein, Josh Bycel Writer(s): Christine Pietrosh, Jessica Goldstein Logline: A sizzling TV superstar, and her lively family of cast and crew all competing to steal the spotlight. When the cameras turn off, the drama turns up as Ana battles pesky network execs, drunken scriptwriters, narcissistic co-stars and an unfortunately familiar new on-screen love interest. Notes: Based on an idea by Eva Longoria. SSN Insight: The project will get a 13-episode order as Longoria has committed to star.

I Can Do That! Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Armoza Formats Executive Producer(s): Marlon Wayans, Audrey Morrissey, Matilda Zoltowski, Avi Armoza, Rick Alvarez Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: The show challenges its celebrity cast members to stretch beyond their comfort zones by putting on a new act each week. Each week, the regulars will work in pairs to put on an act with the help of guest stars who work in other fields, such as magicians, acrobats and stunt performers. At the end of the season, one of the regulars will be crowned "the ultimate entertainer." Notes: Based on the Israeli format, "I Can Do That." SSN Insight: NBC ordered six episodes of the variety show on March 3 and slate the show for summer.

Manhunt Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Gavin Hood, Whit Brayton, Zack Rice, Michael Sugar, Alex Goldstone Writer(s): Whit Brayton, Zack Rice Logline: Explores the mounting tension of an entire city on the hunt for a fugitive roaming the streets at large. It will examine the moment an American, or international city, becomes a police state, a war zone or a ground zero and the ensuing bloodlust it inspires. SSN Insight: NBC ordered ten episodes of the anthology drama on September 8. The original straight to series deal with cast and script contingent. People Are Talking Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Will Packer Productions Executive Producer(s): DJ Nash, William Packer Writer(s): DJ Nash Logline: Follows two diverse couples who are neighbors and best friends. As they go through life side-by-side, they can’t help but analyze and obsess about everything. Whether its sex and race or the fact that the trusted new babysitter might be a porn star, nothing is out of bounds for this wildly outspoken foursome. SSN Insight: NBC ordered the multi-cam comedy pilot on January 20. Brooke Ishibashi was previously attached to star.

S.T.R.O.N.G. Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): 25/7 Productions Executive Producer(s): Sylvester Stallone Logline: The series follows six men and six women looking to reach their full potential by getting fit, not losing weight. The series will eliminate one contestant every week. Each of the 12 contestants will be paired with their own trainer, also six men and six women, creating mixed-gender teams of two. SSN Insight: NBC ordered 10 episodes of the unscripted series on March 102

Shades of Blue Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): Nuyorican Productions, Ryan Seacrest Media, EGTV, H's Films Executive Producer(s): Jack Orman, Jennifer Lopez, Adi Hasak, Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass Writer(s): Adi Hasak Logline: A single mother and detective is recruited to work undercover for the FBI’s anti-corruption task force. Part of a close-knit unit known for its conviction record, she has become compromised by her colleagues, all of whom also pitch in to help her raise her daughter, and finds herself faced with the moral dilemma of working against her cop brothers in order to redeem herself. SSN Insight: Ordered straight to series. NBC gave a straight to series order of 13 episodes of the Jennifer Lopez starrer on February 21.

Superstore Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): The District Executive Producer(s): Justin Spitzer, Ruben Fleischer, David Bernad Writer(s): Justin Spitzer Logline: A workplace comedy about a unique family of employees at a super-sized megastore. From the bright-eyed newbies and the seen-it-all veterans to the clueless summer hires and in-it-for-life managers, together they hilariously tackle the day-to-day grind of rabid bargain hunters, riot-causing sales and nap-worthy training sessions. SSN Insight: NBC ordered the single camera comedy pilot on January 14.

The Carmichael Show Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: 20th Century Fox Television, Universal Television Production Company(s): A24 Executive Producer(s): Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller, Ravi Nandan, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel Writer(s): Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller Logline: Centers on Jerrod Carmichael's relationships with his girlfriend and family. Notes: Inspired by Jerrod Carmichael's standup. SSN Insight: A pilot presentation was shot in December 2013, but was retooled with a new premise and new writer/executive producer Nick Stoller who directed Carmichael in the feature Neighbors. NBC ordered a fresh pilot on November 3 and gave a six episode series order on March 10.

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. Notes: Based on the UK series, "The Island," which premiered on Channel Four on May 5, 2014. SSN Insight: NBC gave an order of six episodes of the unscripted series on March 25.

Little Big Shots Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Horizon Production Company(s): East 112th Street Productions, A Very Good Production Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Steve Harvey, Jeff Kleeman, Gerald Washington Logline: Harvey will showcase young musicians, singers, dancers and every form of wunderkind and go toe to toe with them in conversations and interviews, with hilarious results. SSN Insight: NBC has given an eight episode order to the comedy-variety series. Ellen DeGeneres is on a roll as this series joins her Netflix greenlit Green Eggs and Ham along with Heads Up on HLN.

The Player Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company(s): Davis Entertainment, Kung Fu Monkey Productions Executive Producer(s): John Rogers, John Davis, John Fox, Bharat Nalluri Writer(s): John Rogers Logline: A former sniper-turned-security expert for the wealthy is wrongly accused of the brutal murder of his wife. A syndicate of powerful people offers him freedom in exchange for stopping high-stakes crimes, as he continues to avenge his wife’s death and uncover the game-like conspiracy among his mysterious employers. He eventually realizes he’s a player in a hundred-year-old tradition where the rich and powerful bet on the ultimate "game:" crime in our world. SSN Insight: NBC gave a pilot plus penalty commitment on September 9 followed by a pilot order on January 23.

The Reaper Network: NBC Entertainment Production Company(s): Macmillan Publishing, The Weinstein Company Executive Producer(s): Thomas Dean Donnelly, Josh Oppenheimer, Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein, Brendan Deneen Writer(s): Thomas Dean Donnelly, Josh Oppenheimer Logline: Nicknamed "The Reaper" by his battalion, Nicholas Irving became one of its deadliest snipers, breaking records for enemy kills in a single deployment. The first African-American ever to serve as a sniper in his battalion, Irving's story gives an inside look at his development in the military, what those in the special operations community go through and the sacrifices they make to their country and families. Notes: Based on the autobiographical memoir,"The Reaper: Autobiography of One of the Deadliest Special Ops Snipers," written by Nicholas Irving with Gary Brozek and published by St. Martin's Press on January 27, 2015. SSN Insight: Planned as a 6-hour miniseries.

You The Jury Network: NBC Entertainment Production Company(s): Wolf Films, Inc., Magical Elves Executive Producer(s): Dick Wolf, Tom Thayer, Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz Logline: Viewers are given a chance to decide the verdict in real-life civil cases. SSN Insight: The live one show show marks Wolf’s fifth project on the network with his Law & Order and Chicago franchises.

You, Me and the End of the World Network: NBC Entertainment, Sky 1 Studio: NBCUniversal International Television Production Production Company(s): Working Title Television, Bigballs Limited Executive Producer(s): Juliette Howell, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Lynn Horsford, Andrew Conrad Writer(s): Iain Hollands Logline: The story follows an eclectic group of ordinary people in an extraordinary situation: a collision is imminent with an eight-mile wide comet that’s destined to wipe out all life on Earth. The cast of characters is made up of a British bank manager, an Italian nun, a female death row inmate, a Five Star U.S. General, a White House civil servant and a bride with a one-eyed husband 30 years her junior. Together, they hunker beneath the town of Slough, about 20 miles west of London, to watch the end of the world on TV. SSN Insight: NBC gave a series order of ten episodes of the hour long drama that’s a co-production with Sky 1 on January 8.

Untitled Bass Reeves/Western Series Network: HBO Production Company(s): Revelations Entertainment, Bay Spring Productions Executive Producer(s): Morgan Freeman, Lori McCreary, James Pickens Jr. Writer(s): John Sayles Logline: The story of the great Bass Reeves who escaped from slavery during the civil war and fled to Indian territory. He became the first black U.S. Deputy Marshals in the Oklahoma territory. He was a master of disguises, an excellent shot and heroic, arresting more than 3,000 outlaws. Details: Based on Art T. Burton’s biography “Black Gun, Silver Star: The Life And Legend Of Frontier Marshal Bass Reeves”. SSN Insight: Reeves has been thought of as one of the real-life inspirations for the Lone Ranger. He will be profiled in an upcoming episode of Bill O’Reilly’s Fox News series “Legends And Lies”. The miniseries will co-star James Pickens, Jr.

Jericho Network: ITV 1 Studio: ITV Studios Executive Producer(s): Kate Bartlett Writer(s): Steve Thompson Logline: Set in the 1870s, the story will focus on the shantytown of Jericho, home to a community that will live, thrive and die in the shadow of the viaduct they’ve been brought together to build. Pioneers, settlers and outcasts, they include people with secrets to hide and those looking to start again. SSN Insight: ITV gave a series order of eight episodes on May 14.

Peter & Wendy Network: ITV 1 Production Company(s): Headline Pictures, Juliette Films, Catalyst Global Media Writer(s): Adrian Hodges Logline: The story takes off from contemporary Great Ormond Street Hospital, where 12-year-old Lucy Rose is awaiting treatment for a serious heart condition. The day before her operation, Lucy reads "Peter Pan" to a crowd of sick children in the hospital, and she goes to sleep and dreams this version of "Peter Pan" into existence. The story is retold through the young girl’s imagination. Details: Based on the character, Peter Pan, first created by J.M. Barrie in 1902. SSN Insight: Stanley Tucci will star as Captain Hook, Laura Fraser will be Mrs. Darling and each will play dual roles. Paloma Faith has been cast as Tinker Bell with newcomers Zac Sutcliffe as Peter Pan and Hazel Doupe as Wendy. It will be produced in partnership with Lip Sync Productions and the Luxembourg Film Fund.

Coat of Many Colors Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): Magnolia Hill Productions, DP Productions Executive Producer(s): Dolly Parton, Sam Haskell Writer(s): Pamela K Long Logline: The story goes inside the tight-knit Parton family as they struggle to overcome devastating tragedy and discover the healing power of love, faith, and a raggedy patchwork coat that helped make Dolly who she is today. Details: Based on the life story of Dolly Parton as a child and on the song it inspired, "Coat of Many Colors." SSN Insight: This project marks the first original movie out of NBC’s development deal with Dolly Parton.

Twin Peaks Network: Showtime Executive Producer(s): David Lynch, Mark Frost Writer(s): David Lynch, Mark Frost Logline: Set in the present day, more than two decades after the events in the first two seasons, the series will continue the lore and story of the original series about the mysterious murder of homecoming queen Laura Palmer. Details: Based on the “Twin Peaks” series, created by David Lynch and Mark Frost and aired on ABC (1990-1991). SSN Insight: This limited series picks up 20 years after the events in "Twin Peaks”. Showtime has given a nine+ episode series order. The project was up in the air due to ongoing negotiations between Showtime and David Lynch in April, but they’ve since been resolved and Lynch will direct all episodes.

Queen of the South Network: USA Studio: Universal Cable Productions, Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company(s): Friendly Films, Pancho Pictures Executive Producer(s): Mark Fortin, Joshua John Miller, David Friendly, Pancho Mansfield Writer(s): Mark Fortin, Joshua John Miller Logline: After her drug-dealing boyfriend is unexpectedly murdered in Mexico, Teresa Mendoza is forced to go on the run and seek refuge in America. There, she teams with an unlikely figure from her past to bring down the leader of the same drug trafficking ring that has her on the run. Details: Based on the novel, "La Reina Del Sur," written by Arturo Perez-Reverte and published by Alfaguara in 2002. SSN Insight: The novel was also the inspiration for the Telemundo series of the same name, which premiered in 2011. USA ordered the pilot in September. Ahead of its Upfront presentation, USA has given a 13-episode order with a 2016 premiere.

AMAZON

A History of Radness Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Executive Producer(s): Andrew Green, Skot Bright Writer(s): Andrew Green Logline: Twins tell the story of their rise to success starting from their middle school days. SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The live-action kids show geared for ages 6-11.

Bear in Underwear Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Writer(s): Todd Goldman, Dave Schiff Logline: Eddie Behr, an eternally optimistic, high energy bear, and his quirky group of animal friends and family reside. Eddie aspires to be a forest legend just like his dad, who discovered "pants" at an abandoned campsite (well, actually, what he really discovered were tighty whiteys, but no one knows the difference!). Although Eddie is eager to make just as positive an impact on his community as his father did, he soon realizes that success may not be all that it's cracked up to be. Details: Based on the bestselling books by Todd Goldman. SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The animated kids show geared for ages 6-11.

Edge Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): Josephson Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Barry Josephson, David Greenblatt, Shane Black, Fred Dekker Writer(s): Shane Black, Fred Dekker Logline: A western about a guy who sets out to avenge his brother’s murder. Details: Based on the "Edge" book series written by George Gilman. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot. (5/14/2015)

Lily the Unicorn Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): The Jim Henson Company Logline: Lily is not only a remarkable, colorful, and comical gal, she is truly one-in-a-million. Her unique perspective and independent spirit can brighten up any situation and often leads her and her loyal friends into unexpected shenanigans. Details: Based on the children's book. "An Awesome book" by Dallas Clayton. SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The animated kids show geared for ages 6-11. The Jim Henson Company is also behind the new “Muppets” series that will air in Fall.

Lost in Oz Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Logline: Set in a modern, metropolitan Emerald City and stranded in this spectacular world is 12-year-old Dorothy Gale befriends West, a young, street-smart witch grappling with dark temptations, and Ojo, a giant munchkin. With Dorothy's dog Toto, this unlikely crew embarks on an epic journey, seeking out the magic Dorothy needs to get back to Kansas. The challenge for Dorothy, and everyone else in this world, is that Oz is facing the greatest magic crisis in eons. SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The animated kids show geared for ages 6-11.

The Adventures of Knickerbock Teetertop Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios, Karrot Animation Logline: Knickerbock Teetertop, the smallest kid on the enchanted Wonderpine Mountain, wants to be a big adventurer just like his grandpa. Joined by friends on his magical Wonderboggan, Knickerbock, Holly, and Otto have wondrous, challenging adventures discovering new places and creatures - and it's not easy. Knickerbock bounces along rugged terrain, pushes against the elements, and challenges himself to overcome obstacles. As he encounters problems Knickerbock uses perseverance, grit, and some encouragement from Grandpa. SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The animated kids show geared for preschoolers.

The Good Girls Revolt Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Executive Producer(s): Lynda Obst, Jeff Okin Writer(s): Dana Calvo Logline: A 1970s drama set at Newsweek. SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on May 14.

The Kicks Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): Full Fathom Five Executive Producer(s): James Frey, Todd Cohen Writer(s): David Babcock Logline: An empowering story of a twelve-year-old soccer player Devin who is on the verge of being named seventh-grade captain on her Connecticut school soccer team when her family moves to California and she has to start from scratch in one of the most competitive soccer states. Details: Based on the Full Fathom Five middle school book series "The Kicks" (USA/2013), by Olympic gold Medalist Alex Morgan. Ordered to pilot. (9/15/2015) SSN Insight: Pilot will screen on Amazon Instant Video this summer, and user feedback will determine if it goes forward as a series. The live-action kids show geared for ages 6-11.

The Patriot Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Executive Producer(s): Steve Conrad Writer(s): Steve Conrad Logline: A political family drama that follows a patriarch who works in the State Department, one son who is a State Senator and a Iraq war veteran with PTSD who wants to be a folk singer. SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on May 14.

Trial Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): No Executive Producer Available. Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: A legal drama. SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on May 14.

TURNER NETWORKS

Untitled Jason Alexander Comedy Project Network: Adult Swim Production Company(s): Alive & Kicking, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Adam Lustick Logline: An award-winning psychotherapist snaps one day and his therapy with his patients becomes more and more bizarre. However, he is such a celebrated doctor that his peers are reluctant to question his strange and unconventional methods. SSN Insight: The pilot order was given a week prior to the Turner Upfront. Jason Alexander will also start in the project.

Declassified Network: CNN Production Company(s): All3Media Executive Producer(s): Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Stephen Lambert, Mike Rogers Logline: Series will look into America’s covert operations around the world. Each episode will feature a newly declassified mission told firsthand by the agents involved, giving CNN viewers “unprecedented access to world of espionage.” SSN Insight: To be hosted by former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, also the former chairman of the House Intelligence Committee.

The Eighties Network: CNN Production Company(s): Playtone, HBO, Herzog & Company Executive Producer(s): Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, Mark Herzog Logline: Each hourlong episode will explore the individuals and events that shaped the decade. SSN Insight: A follow-up to the CNN series “The Sixties” and “The Seventies” that bowed in 2014. The docuseries was announced on May 13 and will premiere next year.

The Group Network: TBS Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Conaco Productions Executive Producer(s): Conan O'Brien, David Kissinger, Dan Halsted, Jeff Ross, Greg Daniels Writer(s): David Jenkins Logline: A serious journalist is tapped to write an article about an alien abduction support group. Initially dismissive, he gradually learns that he has more in common with these people than he’d like to admit. Eventually, he must accept that either he is having a nervous breakdown or that the small, upstate town of Beacon, New York is about to be invaded by aliens. SSN Insight: Pilot order was announced during the Turner Upfront on May 13. O’Brien and Daniels were writing partners on “Saturday Night Live.”

Wrecked Network: TBS Executive Producer(s): Justin Shipley, Jordan Shipley, Jesse Hara, Moses Port Writer(s): Justin Shipley, Jordan Shipley Logline: Chronicles the aftermath of a plane crashing on a remote island. Two best friends, along with an extremely diverse group of survivors, must adjust to life in a dangerous new world that poses unique threats.which they mostly bring upon themselves. Danny and Owen, who weren’t quite killing it pre-crash, are given the chance to finally be the kind of men they’ve always wanted to be. No longer plugged in, they become the unexpected leaders of this new society devoid of such comforts as social media, wi-fi, indoor plumbing and fast food restaurants. SSN Insight: The project was originally ordered to pilot on October 24. The order of the ten episode miniseries was announced during the Turner Upfront on May 13.

Animal Kingdom Network: TNT Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): John Wells Productions Executive Producer(s): John Wells, Jonathan Lisco Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: When 17-year-old Josh moves in with his wild, free-wheeling relatives in their Southern California beach town, he is pulled into their life of indulgence and excess. But after Josh discovers that it's all being funded by criminal activities, it becomes clear to him that joining the family comes with more danger and excitement than he might be ready to handle. Details: Based on the film, "Animal Kingdom," (Australia/ 2010) directed by David Michod and starring Guy Pearce, Joel Edgerton and Jacki Weaver. SSN Insight: Pilot order was announced during the Turner Upfront on May 13.

The Alienist Network: TNT Studio: TNT, Paramount Television Production Company(s): Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): Steve Golin, Rosalie Swedlin, Eric Roth, Cary Fukunaga, Hossein Amini Writer(s): Hossein Amini Logline: Set in New York City in 1896, the story of a journalist trying to solve a series of murders, and the investigative team assembled by police commissioner Teddy Roosevelt. Based on the novel by Caleb Carr. Details: Based on the novel "The Alienist" written by Caleb Carr and published by Random House April 1994. SSN Insight: Previously in development as a feature with Paramount Pictures and Scott Rudin Productions. Planned as an eight part event series. Pilot order was announced during the Turner Upfront on May 13.

Will Network: TNT Production Company(s): Cineflix Executive Producer(s): Vince Gerardis, Howard Braunstein, Louise Rosner, Craig Pearce Writer(s): Craig Pearce Logline: A look at William Shakespeare’s wild early years. SSN Insight: Previously had a straight to series order at Pivot in 2013. Pilot order was announced during the Turner Upfront on May 13.

Untitled Christian Hageseth Unscripted Series Production Company(s): High Noon Entertainment, Farah Films Executive Producer(s): Dan Farah, Jim Berger Logline: Chronicles Hageseth’s experience on the front lines of the cannabis business, exploring legal marijuana’s impact on American life as well as the cultural and economic shifts that will come in its wake. Details: Based on the book by Christian Hageseth entitled Big Weed: An Entrepreneur’s High-Stakes Adventures In The Budding Legal Marijuana Business. SSN Insight: The project is being shopped to cable networks. There’s an uptick in reality series about the marijuana industry with TruTV’s Medicine Man pilot, CNN’s High Profits and NBC’s scripted project Buds in development. Fluffy Breaks Even! Network: Fuse Studio: Fuse Media Executive Producer(s): Gabriel Iglesias Logline: The series will follow comedians and tour mates Gabriel Iglesias, Martin Moreno and Rick Gutierrez as they travel to new cities, exploring the comedic consequences when members of Fluffy’s crew want to eat a high-calorie meal. They’ll have to “break even” the next day by burning those calories, learning that fun comes with a price – exercise. SSN Insight: The half-hour stand-alone comedy has already begun production on Vegas.

Last Hope with Troy Dunn Network: UP Production Company(s): DunnDeal Studios Executive Producer(s): Troy Dunn Logline: Author and motivational speaker Troy Dunn will track down lost loved ones and facilitate reunions. SSN Insight: Reality series was greenlit by UP network which brands itself as “feel good TV for you and your family”. UP has also acquired all 44 episodes of Dunn’s reality series The Locator, which it will premiere on June 1.

A Very Murray Christmas Network: Netflix Executive Producer(s): Sofia Coppola, Mitch Glazer, Roman Coppola, Tony Hernandez Writer(s): Sofia Coppola, Bill Murray, Mitch Glazer Logline: A homage to the classic variety shows, featuring Bill Murray playing himself, as he worries no one will show up to his TV show due to a terrible snow storm in New York City. Through luck and perseverance, guests arrive at the Carlyle hotel to help him; dancing and singing in holiday spirit. SSN Insight: The cast will include Bill Murray, George Clooney, Paul Shaffer, Amy Poehler, Michael Cera, Chris Rock, David Johansen, Maya Rudolph, Jason Schwartzman, Rashida Jones and Miley Cyrus among others. Berlin Station Network: EPIX Studio: Paramount Television Production Company(s): Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): Michael R. Roskam, Olen Steinhauer, Eric Roth Writer(s): Olen Steinhauer Logline: Daniel Meyer, a newly anointed case officer, has arrived at the CIA foreign station in Berlin, Germany. It with a clandestine mission: to uncover the source of a leak who has supplied information to a now-famous whistleblower named "Thomas Shaw." Details: Based on an original idea by Olen Steinhauer. SSN Insight: EPIX has given a straight to series order of 10 episodes. Fancy Bastards Network: MTV Production Company(s): Titmouse, Inc., Underground Executive Producer(s): Price Peterson, Ryan D Sandoval, Lily Sparks, Jason Micallef, Kristen Schaal Writer(s): Price Peterson, Ryan D Sandoval, Lily Sparks Logline: A small town is shocked to learn its five most awkward outcasts all share the same father — a notorious ginger cad who had an indiscretion filled night during a whirlwind visit to Vegas nine years ago … and just happens to be a prince. The misfits turn into royal rock stars overnight, but soon find that the "Fancy Bastard" life is no fairytale. SSN Insight: MTV has ordered the pilot presentation for the half-hour animated show with a voice cast that includes Brittany Snow, Sharon Osbourne and Kelly Osbourne. Graves Network: EPIX Studio: Lionsgate Production Company(s): Kingsgate Films Executive Producer(s): Joshua Michael Stern, Greg Shapiro Writer(s): Joshua Michael Stern Logline: Former U.S. president Graves has an epiphany, realizing that some of his policies have brought damage to the country. He embarks on a quest to right the wrongs while his wife is pursuing a career in politics. SSN Insight: EPIX has given a straight to series order of 10 episodes. Nick Nolte will play Graves. The Bastard Executioner Network: No Broadcast Network Available. Studio: FX Productions, Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company(s): Imagine Television, Sutter Ink Executive Producer(s): Kurt Sutter, Paris Barclay, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo Writer(s): Kurt Sutter Logline: A warrior knight in King Edward III’s charge is broken by the ravages of war and vows to lay down his sword. But when that violence finds him again he is forced to pick up the bloodiest sword of all. Details: Based on an idea by Brian Grazer. Ordered straight to pilot. (12/12/2013) Ordered to series. Network has ordered 10 episodes. (5/22/2015) The Underwriting Production Company(s): Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Carolyn Bernstein Logline: A tale of young wealth and ambition among the millennial generation, the story centers around a $14 billion IPO for the world’s hottest dating site app. Details: Based on the novel, "The Underwriting," written by Michelle Miller and published by G.P. Putnam's Sons on May 26, 2015. SSN Insight: The book was optioned by Endemol Shine Studios, the scripted The Underwriting Book Coverdivision of Endemol Shine North America. Endemol Shine Studios’ EVP Carolyn Bernstein will head development of the project for the studio. Warrior Network: Cinemax Production Company(s): Perfect Storm Entertainment, Bruce Lee Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Justin Lin, Troy Craig Poon, Danielle Woodrow, Jonathan Tropper, Shannon Lee Writer(s): Jonathan Tropper Logline: The story traces the path of a gifted but morally corrupt fighter thrown into crisis after a long quest for vengeance is undermined. Details: Inspired by a large collection of Bruce Lee’s handwritten notes found by his daughter after his death. SSN Insight: Lin has directed the first two episodes of True Detective’s second season for Cinemax sibling HBO. Lin also directed the pilot and is the executive producer on the hit CBS drama Scorpion. [Feature Image Photo Credit: Kharlozz2013]

Doc Martin Production Company(s): Electus, Okay Goodnight Executive Producer(s): Ben Silverman, Sean Canino, Marta Kauffman, Robbie Tollin Writer(s): Marta Kauffman Logline: A successful but abrasive surgeon leaves his big city practice to work in the small town of his youth. But his awkward, brash style is off-putting to the locals. Details: The project is based on the British series, "Doc Martin," which premiered on ITV in 2004. SSN Insight: The project was previously in development at NBC for the 2014-2015 season. Electus and Silverman previously adapted another international series into a hit in the U.S., CW’s Jane The Virgin based on a Venezuelan telenovela.  In addition Electus is also behind Amazon’s pilot Casanova, the Netflix series Marco Polo and the upcoming Flaked series.

Containment Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company(s): No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter, Matt Corman, Chris Ord Writer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter Logline: When a deadly epidemic breaks out in Atlanta, a large city quarantine is quickly enforced, leaving those stuck on the inside to fight for their lives. Loved ones are tragically torn apart, and the society that grows inside the cordon reveals both the devolution of humanity and the birth of unlikely heroes. Details: Based on the original Belgian series "Cordon" which was created by Carl Joos and aired in 2014. SSN Insight: The CW ordered the pilot on February 2 and then gave a series order on May 7. This week news hit that Matt Corman and Chris Ord, the duo who helmed USA’s Covert Affairs for five seasons, will be joining Plec as co-showrunners and executive producers.

Idris Elba: Mandela, My Dad & Me Network: A+E Networks Production Company(s): Shine Group, Green Door Pictures, Woodcut Media, Bob & Co Executive Producer(s): Idris Elba Logline: The film chronicles the story behind the creation of "Mi Mandela," an album of South African music recorded by Idris Elba in tribute to Mandela and to his own late father. The actor-singer was inspired after having spent months working on the Mandela biopic "Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom." Details: The documentary was inspired by the months that Idris Elba spent working on the Mandela biopic, "Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom." SSN Insight: Elba’s shingle, Greed Door Pictures has a co-production deal with Shine North. The two companies previously joined forces on the extreme racing docu series The Idris Elba Project for the Discovery Channel and King Of Speed. This documentary will air on History Channel in Africa and Discovery in the UK as well as A+E in the U.S.

Knock Knock Live Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Production Company(s): Dick Clark Productions, XIX Entertainment Limited Executive Producer(s): Ryan Seacrest, Simon Fuller, Allen Shapiro, Michael Mahan, Mark Bracco Logline: Each week, Ryan Seacrest’s team shows up on the front door of an unsuspecting person offering a chance to win a big cash prize, meet their favorite celebrities and turn their dreams into reality. SSN Insight: Fox ordered the series on May 26 and slated its premiere for July 21. In addition Seacrest also executive produced the pilot Shades of Blue for NBC and Dash Dolls for E!, both of which were given series orders.

Untitled Outbreak Drama Project Network: NBC Entertainment, Sky Atlantic Production Company(s): Tiger Aspect Productions, 2Dux, Bristol Automotive, Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Graham Moore, Marc Forster, Patrick Spence, Katie Swinden, Frith Tiplady Writer(s): Graham Moore Logline: When a woman exhibits mysterious symptoms, she and her loved ones find themselves in the center of an epidemic with global consequences. Meanwhile, across the world, an FBI agent investigates a seemingly unrelated terrorist attack that leads him to the brink of madness. SSN Insight: NBC has given a straight to series order of 10 episodes as of May 28.

Untitled Tom Ripley Series Production Company(s): Management 360, Endemol Shine North America Executive Producer(s): Guymon Casady, Ben Forkner, Philipp Keel Logline: The series follows the adventures of charming, murderous sociopath Tom Ripley. Details: Based on the five novel series, unofficially knows as the "Ripliad," which includes "The Talented Mr. Ripley" (1955). The book was adapted for the film “The Talent Mr. Ripley” in 1999. SSN Insight: The project is currently being packaged ahead of being shopped to premium cable networks or streaming services. Patricia Highsmith’s book The Price of Salt has also been adapted and entitled Carol. The film made waves at Cannes recently.

The Gorburger Show Network: HBO Production Company(s): 3 Arts Entertainment, FunnyOrDie, Party Over Here Executive Producer(s): Ryan McNeely, Josh Martin, TJ Miller, Dave Becky, Michael Farah Writer(s): Ryan McNeely, Josh Martin, TJ Miller Logline: A giant, blue, space monster crashes into earth and immediately invades a Japanese morning show, despite only speaking English. He then uses the remaining, uneaten crew to host and interview the most interesting humans from pop-culture, music, art, technology, and more. Details: Based on the web series, "The Gorburger Show," which premiered on YouTube in 2012 and ran for two seasons. SSN Insight: HBO ordered a pilot on May 27. Ed Helms, Johnny Knoxville, Moby and others have already been booked for the pilot.

Unarmed Network: HBO Network Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company(s): Timberman/Beverly Productions Executive Producer(s): Eric Roth, Denis Johnson, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly Writer(s): Denis Johnson Logline: Amos Searl is a civilian psychiatrist new to his practice at an Armed Forces medical center that specializes in treating amputees, burn victims and critically wounded veterans just returned from America’s recent wars. A double amputee from life’s wars himself, Searl, a man who has always questioned authority, tries to make sense and give meaning to our soldiers, the young men and women who are trying, like him, to find their way home. Details: Based on an idea by Eric Roth. SSN Insight: Planned as a limited series by HBO. Roth is on a roll and also executive produced The Alienist pilot and Berlin Station pilot, both ordered to series by TNT and EPIX respectively.

Urban Cowboy Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television, Paramount Television Executive Producer(s): Craig Brewer, Robert Evans, Sue Naegle Writer(s): Craig Brewer Logline: The story will follow the star-crossed relationship of Sissy and Bud as it unfolds against the gritty backdrop of rodeos, oil refineries, line dancing clubs and other aspects of modern-day Texas. Based on the film. Details: Based on the film, "Urban Cowboy," (1980), directed by James Bridges and starring John Travolta and Debra Winger. SSN Insight: Brewer inked a TV development pact with Paramount TV early last year. He recently directed Paramount’s 2011 feature remake of Footloose and produced the concert documentary Katy Perry: Part of Me. Ink Masters: Redemption Network: Spike TV Production Company(s): Original Media Executive Producer(s): Charlie Corwin, Jay Peterson, Andrea Richter, Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh Logline: The reality series offers disgruntled former human canvases of Ink Master a chance to receive a new tattoo that leaves them happier than their last. Details: A spinoff of Spike TV’s Ink Masters series that will premiere its sixth season on June 23. SSN Insight: The spinoff series has been greenlit by Spike TV for six half-hour episodes. The series goes into production this summer for a fall premiere.

The Abolitionists Studio: EveryWhere Studios Production Company(s): FletChet Entertainment Executive Producer(s): David Calvert-Jones, Dan Angel, Tom Mazza, Chet Thomas, Darrin Fletcher, Gerald Molen Writer(s): Chet Thomas, Darrin Fletcher Logline: Documentary series based on former CIA and Homeland Security agent Tim Ballard’s efforts though his O.U.R. organization, to abolish child trafficking. His organization has completed missions with the cooperation of foreign governments and police departments in Haiti, Columbia, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic and Mexico among other locations. The series was primarily filmed guerrilla-style because the nature of the undercover sting operations with Ballard and his team assuming fake identities to lure perpetrators. Details: Based on the feature documentary, The Abolitionists produced by FletChet Entertainment. SSN Insight: FletChet and Everywhere Studios will team to produce the 10-episode series which will be shopped to networks. The feature-length documentary will also be shopped to networks to serve as an intro chapter.

Not Safe With Nikki Glaser Network: Comedy Central Production Company(s): Brillstein Entertainment Partners Executive Producer(s): Nikki Glaser, Chris Convy, Chris McGuire, Alex Murray, Brad Petrigala Writer(s): Nikki Glasser Logline: Providing a frank, funny, and honest perspective on all things sex, the show blends chats with comedians, pre-taped vignettes and social experiments, with Glaser and her guests sharing personal stories about sex, relationships and other taboo topics that Glaser frequently touches upon in her standup. SSN Insight: Comedy Central has given a 10 episode series order as of June 2. Untitled Nikki Glaser Stand-Up Comedy Special Network: Comedy Central Production Company(s): Brillstein Entertainment Partners Executive Producer(s): Nikki Glaser, Alex Murray Writer(s): Nikki Glasser Logline: Comedian Nikki Glaser performs her stand-up routine. SSN Insight: Glasser’s appeared on several Comedy Central shows including as a panelist on @midnight with Chris Hardwick, Inside Amy Schumer, Adam Devine’s House Party, The Burn With Jeff Ross, The Half Hour, and Comedy Underground With Dave Attell.

Untitled Prison Break Limited Series Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Executive Producer(s): Paul T. Scheuring, Marty Adelstein, Dawn Parouse Olmstead Logline: Storyline under wraps. Details: Based on the TV series, Prison Break, starring Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell, which aired on Fox from 2005-2009. SSN Insight: Fox has planned it as a limited series. Stars Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell are expected to return for the follow-up.

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Network: HBO Production Company(s): Plan B Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Zev Borow Writer(s): Zev Borow Logline: Three young adults grapple with the usual thirty-something problems: boredom, authenticity, and omnipotent online oligarchy. Details: Based on the novel, "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot," written by David Shafer and published by Mulholland Books on August 5, 2014. SSN Insight: The novel was on a number of 2014 Best Books list, including Time magazine and NPR’s lists. Plan B recently executive produced HBO Films’ Nightingale starring David Oyelowo, which premiered last week.

Apex Network: USA Network Production Company(s): Alcon TV Executive Producer(s): Adam Alleca, Ashley Christine Beyer, Andrew Kosove, Broderick Johnson, Sharon Hall Writer(s): Adam Alleca, Ashley Christine Beyer Logline: A female assassin saves the life of a teenage outcast and the two form an unlikely bond. Finding themselves at the heart of a dangerous conspiracy involving corrupt politicians, lawless mega-corporations, underworld thugs and a particularly crafty aging serial killer, this newly formed "family" fights for their survival while uncovering the truth. SSN Insight: The series marks the TV debut for Alleca. On the feature side he wrote The Last House on the Left and The Cell. In addition he’s written and directed Standoff starring Lawrence Fishburne that wrapped production and the upcoming The Blob with Simon West directing.

The Stranger Studio: Media Rights Captial Writer(s): Damien Szifron Logline: Storyline is under wraps. SSN Insight: Planned as a 10-episode limited Sci-Fi series by MRC. Szifron was nominated for a Best Foreign Language Film Oscar for Wild Tales and is on board to write The Six Million Dollar Man remake. This project has yet to be shopped to networks.

Rock The Troops Network: Spike TV Production Company(s): 7 Bucks Entertainment, Casey Patterson Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia Logline: The special, to be filmed on location at an overseas military base, will feature performances by stars in music, film, comedy, and sports. SSN Insight: This project is the first production in the development deal between Spike TV and Seven Bucks Productions. Per the deal, Johnson and Garcia of Seven Bucks will handle initiatives ranging from productions such as Rock The Troops and sporting events, dedicated to entertaining troops and veterans.

Ladies Of Law Network: WeTV Production Company(s): Monami Entertainment LLC, Eastern Executive Producer(s): Stefan Springman, Mala Chapple, Toby Barraud, Mona Scott-Young Logline: The series follows a group of four interconnected, powerful and glamorous African American female lawyers specializing in entertainment law in New York City, and specifically the male-dominated music industry. This group is behind some of the biggest names in music, but as the price of success grows they must set aside their competition with one another and sacrifice their personal lives to work together to bring in, and keep, major clients. SSN Insight: WeTV ordered the unscripted series on June 2. Monami Entertainment currently produces the Love & Hip Hop franchise of series for VH1.

Sisters In Law Network: WeTV Production Company(s): Collins Avenue Executive Producer(s): Jeff Collins, Michael Hammond, Sandi Johnson, Bryan Stinson, Laura Halperin Logline: Set in Houston, the series follows five powerful African American female attorneys as they bond over their shared vocation and struggles for success, while being pulled apart by the type of law they practice. On one side are the civil lawyers who fight for millions for their clients and, in the process, themselves. On the other side are the criminal lawyers who spend their days, and nights, fighting for justice. SSN Insight: WeTV ordered the unscripted series on June 2.

Untitled Ben Fountain Series Studio: The Ink Factory Executive Producer(s): Stephen Cornwell, Simon Cornwell, Rhodri Thomas and Alexei Boltho Writer(s): Ben Fountain Logline: storyline kept under wraps. SSN Insight: The series will be a one hour. Ink Factory is in production on Ang Lee’s adaptation of Fountain’s “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk”. In addition Ink Factory has wrapped the Fabrice du Welz’s film, Message From The King and a TV series starring Hugh Laurie and Tom Hiddleston called The Night Manager. ReincarNATE Studio: eOne Production Company(s): Buck Productions Executive Producer(s): Patrice Theroux, Sean Buckley Writer(s): James Cooper Logline: After being shot in the head during an investigation, down-on-his-luck private eye Nate McCoy gains the ability to interact with versions of himself from past lives: Jameson, a wild west lawman; and Alan, a contract killer from the 1960s. With their help, Nate takes on the dangerous underworld, crooked cops, and scumbags, including El Panda, a criminal heavyweight who may have been responsible for the murder of his father. Details: Based on the comic book of the same name written by Michael Moreci and illustrated by Keith Burns. Heavy Metal is re-releasing the ReincarNATE trade paperback in November 2015, with a new series set for release in 2016. SSN Insight: Theroux left her position as head of eOne’s global film division last fall. Moreci has also penned the Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes comic for Boom! Studios, Roche Limit and Hoax Hunters for Image Comics.

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Ben 10: Omniverse Network: Cartoon Network Production Company(s): Man of Action Executive Producer(s): John Fang, Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, and Steven T. Seagle Logline: About the energetic, fun-loving, 10-year-old Ben Tennyson, his cousin Gwen, and Grandpa Max as they travel the country during summer vacation. When Ben finds the mysterious Omnitrix, a world of alien superpowers opens up to him. Details: Based on the original Ben 10 series which premiered on Cartoon Network in January 2006. The series led to three other animated series (Ben 10 Alien Force, Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Ben 10: Omniverse), one animated movie (Ben 10: Secret Of The Omnitrix), and two live-action movies (Ben 10: Race Against Time, Ben 10: Alien Swarm). SSN Insight: The Ben 10 franchise has garnered three Emmys and grossed over $4.5 billion in retail sales around the world.

Tangled Network: The Disney Channel Production Company(s): Walt Disney Television Animation Executive Producer(s): Christopher Sonnenburg Logline: The series follows the long-locked Rapunzel as she acquaints herself with her parents, her kingdom and the people of Corona. She realizes there is much more she needs to learn before she can truly accept her royal destiny, causing her to put her crown and put her marriage on hold to seek out epic adventures, much to the dismay of her father, the King. Details: Based on the film, Tangled (2010), starring the voices of Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi. SSN Insight: Disney ordered the series on June 3. Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi will reprise their roles. The original 2010 film grossed $591 million worldwide. The story is set between the events of the 2010 film, Tangled and the 2012 animated short, Tangled Ever After. It will premiere in 2017.

Kulipari: An Army of Frogs Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Splash Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Nicolas Atlan Jackson, Mike Young Logline: A story about bravery and heroism, this animated series follows poisonous frogs, scorpions and spiders who must go to war to ensure their power and the survival of their entire world. Details: Based on the 2013 trilogy of books created by Trevor Pryce "An Army of Frogs: A Kulipari Novel". SSN Insight: Netflix gave a series order of 13 episodes on June 3. Splash is also behind the animated feature, Norm of the North, which Lionsgate is releasing in January 2016.

Luna Petunia Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Cirque Du Soleil, Saban Brands LLC Executive Producer(s): Guy Laliberte, Jacques Methe Logline: An animated series that will chronicle the adventures of Luna Petunia, a girl who lives in our world but plays in a dreamland where she learns how to make the impossible possible. SSN Insight: Netflix gave a series order of 11 episodes on June 3. Cirque Du Soleil is also producing The Wiz for NBC that is currently in preproduction.

Puffin Rock Network: Netflix Studio: Cartoon Saloon Production Company(s): Penguin Random House, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Paul Young, Tomm Moore Logline: Oona is a charismatic and plucky young puffling, who along with her ever-curious little brother Baba, explores the diverse array of sea, sky, land and underground creatures. SSN Insight: Cartoon Saloon is the award-winning studio behind Secret of the Kells, Moon Man and Song of the Sea. They are currently in production of the animated feature The Breadwinner. Netflix gave a series order of 13 episodes.

Tarzan and Jane Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Arc Productions, 41 Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Avi Arad Logline: A kids series based on Edgar Rice Burroughs’ collection of stories about his iconic characters, Tarzan and Jane. In this modern-day remake, 16 year old Tarzan returns from the African jungle to a London boarding school where he is a fish-out-of-water and challenges conformity. There he meets Jane, Tarzan’s ultimate partner, who helps him solve environmental injustice, crimes and mysteries. Details: Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs’ collection of stories about his iconic characters, Tarzan and Jane. SSN Insight: Netflix gave a series order of eight episodes to premiere in the later half of 2016. On the feature side Arad is producing the next Spider-Man film at Sony along with Ghost in the Shell for Disney.

American Gods Network: Starz Production Company(s): FremantleMedia North America, LivingDeadGuy Productions Executive Producer(s): Neil Gaiman, Bryan Fuller, Michael Green, Neil Gaiman, Thom Beers, Craig Cegielski Logline: Centers on a war brewing between old and new gods: the traditional gods of biblical and mythological roots from around the world steadily losing believers to an upstart pantheon of gods reflecting society’s modern love of money, technology, media, celebrity and drugs. Its protagonist, Shadow Moon, is an ex-con who becomes bodyguard and traveling partner to Mr. Wednesday, a conman but in reality one of the older gods, on a cross-country mission to gather his forces in preparation to battle the new deities. Details: Based on the novel by Neil Gaiman. SSN Insight: Today Starz gave a straight-to-series order for the drama. Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman were previously attached as executive producers. Playtone was previously attached as production company. HBO was previously attached as the network.

Stay Network: ABC Family Executive Producer(s): Spenser Cohen, Anna Halberg, Jon Turteltaub Writer(s): Spenser Cohen Logline: A recently widowed police detective and his two daughters, who are stranded at a foreboding hotel, must unravel the hotel’s mysteries to escape. SSN Insight: ABC Family greenlit the pilot on June 11. Cohen is also a writer on Mythos, currently in development at USA. Turteltaub most recently directed CBS’ Rush Hour pilot.

The Story of God Network: NatGeo Production Company(s): Revelations Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Morgan Freeman, Lori McCreary, James Younger, Michael J Miller Logline: The series explores mankind’s quest to explore the divine. Each episode will center on one big question about the divine, from the mystery of creation, to the true power of miracles, to the promise of resurrection. The series also will examine how the frontiers of neuroscience and cosmology are intersecting the traditional domain of religion. SSN Insight: NatGeo ordered the series on June 11. Freeman famously previously played God in the film Bruce Almighty and its sequel. It will air on National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Mundo later this year in the U.S. and globally in 171 countries and 45 languages.

Unveiled Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): LightWorkers Media Executive Producer(s): Mark Burnett, Roma Downey, John J Sakmar, Kerry Lenhart Logline: Revolves around a group of flawed guardian angels who intervene in the lives of those who find themselves facing crisis in an attempt to restore their faith and, often, save their lives. SSN Insight: Rolled from the 2013-2014 season. NBC greenlit a pilot in January but didn’t give a series order and is instead redeveloping the script with new writers. In a rare move, several actors from the original pilot will be kept including Will Kemp, Stephan James and Mouzam Makkar. NBC is currently considering Burnett’s series, The Bible Continues, for another season.

Untitled Tyrese Gibson Rev Run Talk Show Project Network: OWN Production Company(s): CBS Television Distribution Group, Voltron Filmz, Simmons/ Lehman Productions Executive Producer(s): Tyrese Gibson, Joseph "Reverend Run" Simmons, Eric Pankowski, Jerome Martin, Isabella Castro Logline: Tyrese Gibson and Rev Run will lead discussions about relationships and love from a man’s point of view. They will be joined by a primetime studio audience and celebrity guests. Via social media, viewers can ask the pair questions about men, relationships, marriage and sex. SSN Insight: OWN has given a series order of 8 episodes as of June 11. On the film side Tyrese Gibson has been cast in Little Mizz Innocent and Desert Eagle, both of which are in active development.

Dead Clean Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Lime Pictures, All3Media America Executive Producer(s): Kate Little, Claire Poyser, Derek McLean, Stephen Lambert, Eli Holzman Logline: The series showcases a group of women working at Xtreme Cleaners, a company using bubbles and suds to clean and decontaminate some of the filthiest and goriest places from New Orleans to Baton Rouge. Armed with mops, hazmat suits and a sense of humor, these girls do the "dirty work" at crime scenes, hoarders’ homes and meth labs. For these eager millenials, the business of clean-up is just one step closer to their future goals whether they’re studying to be a criminal investigator, stashing cash for nursing school, or just trying to save up enough dough to move out of their parents’ homes. SSN Insight: One of five projects Oxygen announced on their development slate on June 10. All3Media America is behind a few pilots that have been ordered to series including Fit Club on Bravo, Just Jillian on E! and Sing It! On Lifetime.

House of Black Diamond Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Thinkfactory Media Executive Producer(s): Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Leslie Greif Logline: The series follows six members of a successful drill team who live under one roof. Hard work, dedication and comical personal politics push this team to new limits as they fight to retain their reputation as the most decorated drill team on the West Coast. With multiple competitions each month, the road to success isn’t easy, but this group has the heart, talent and drive to reach new heights. SSN Insight: One of five projects Oxygen announced on their development slate on June 10. Thinkfactory Media is behind the Married by Mom and Dad series ordered to series by TLC along with Hometown Rebound and The One (Lifetime), both in development.

Start Me Up Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Wilshire Studios, Soshefeigh Media Executive Producer(s): Matt O'Brien, Rene Brar Logline: Bringing the online crowdfunding phenomenon to television for the first time, each episode follows three contestants determined to launch a new campaign, business or cause as they work with an expert team to create the ultimate 90-second pitch video. At the end, the three videos will go up on Oxygen.com where viewers will have the opportunity to donate money to the projects they love the most. On the following week’s show, the video which raised the most money will be revealed in real time, honoring the winning contestant with a $25,000 grand prize. SSN Insight: One of five projects Oxygen announced on their development slate on June 10. Matt O’Brien currently serves as a writer and executive story editor on Fox’s Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Swipe For Love Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): Wilshire Studios Executive Producer(s): David Friedman Logline: A group of eager young singles will put their profile pictures to the test in front of a live studio audience in hopes of finding "the one." Potential couples will be matched based on their "swipes" and social media "likes" to compete in a series of challenges designed to test and reveal chemistry and compatibility. SSN Insight: One of five projects Oxygen announced on their development slate on June 10. David Friedman currently executive produces NBC’s long running Last Comic Standing and E!’s Sex with Brody, awaiting air.

The Ultimate Relationship Test Network: Oxygen Production Company(s): A. Smith & Co. Productions Executive Producer(s): Arthur Smith, Kent Weed, Guy Hameiri Logline: Ten couples will compete in large-scale challenges , ranging from the physical to the mental , to win wagered money. While one person competes, their significant other bets a sum of cash based on how they think their partner will perform. These challenges will showcase how intimately each partner knows the other, while exposing the strengths and weaknesses of their relationship. SSN Insight: One of five projects Oxygen announced on their development slate on June 10. Arthur Smith is keeping busy and currently executive producing HGTV’s Ellen’s Design Challenge, SyFy’s Wizard Wars, TNT’s Save Our Business, Oxygen’s Too Young to Marry?, Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen and NBC’s American Ninja Warrior, which has a spin-off in development at Esquire entitled Teen Ninja Warrior.

Play It Forward Network: Showtime Production Company(s): Rare Bird Films, SMAC Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Michael Strahan, Constance Schwartz Logline: An intimate portrait unfolds featuring All-American NFL tight end Tony Gonzalez -- renowned for his sure hand and intrepid heart -- and his older brother and wingman, Chris. As we take a seat at the Sunday night Gonzalez family dinner, we observe their pride, love and resilience. They speak candidly about how they overcame disappointment and supported each other through tragedies in order to fulfill their dreams. SSN Insight: Showtime acquired the rights to the documentary film that premiered at the Opening Gala of the 2015 Tribeca/ESPN Sports Film Festival. It was featured in SSN’s Tribeca Hit List, which you can read here.

Hyperion Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company(s): GK Films, 22nd & Green Executive Producer(s): Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Graham King Writer(s): Itamar Moses Logline: Set on the eve of Armageddon with the entire galaxy at war, seven pilgrims set forth on a voyage to seek the answers to the unsolved riddles of their lives. Each carries a desperate hope and a terrible secret, while one may hold the fate of humanity in his hands. Details: Based on "Hyperion Cantos," a four-volume series of novels that includes "Hyperion" (1989), "The Fall of Hyperion" (1990), "Endymion" (1996) and "The Rise of Endymion" (1997), all written by Dan Simmons and published by Bantam Spectra. SSN Insight: This project was previously in development as a feature film at Warner Bros. Pictures, during which Cooper co-wrote a spec script in 2011 (according to Screenrant). SyFy is planning it as a limited event series.

Hellevator Network: GSN Studio: Lionsgate TV Production Company(s): Blumhouse Productions, Matador Executive Producer(s): Jason Blum, Jay Peterson, Todd Lubin Logline: A team of three friends rides a haunted elevator into various levels of an abandoned warehouse. One player must get out on each floor and conquer a frightening challenge in order to earn money (up to $50,000) for the team. But if they don’t make it back in time, the elevator moves on without them. SSN Insight: GSN gave a series order of eight episodes and has scheduled the premiere of this horror-themed game show for later this year. The show will feature Jen and Sylvia Soska, aka the “Twisted Twins”.

Doubt Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company(s): Timberman/Beverly Productions Executive Producer(s): Tony Phelan, Joan Rater, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly Writer(s): Tony Phelan, Joan Rater Logline: A smart, successful thirty-something defense attorney shockingly falls for one of her clients who may or may not be guilty of a brutal crime. While she continues to try a variety of cases at her firm, she pursues her lover’s defense as this relationship reverberates throughout her previously well-constructed life. SSN Insight: CBS gave an initial commitment of a put pilot in October and ordered the pilot in January. This week, news hit that a new pilot might be shot after a recast of the series’ leads, KaDee Strickland and Teddy Sears.

Marcella Network: ITV 1 Production Company(s): Buccaneer Media Executive Producer(s): Hans Rosenfeldt, Nicola Larder, Tony Wood Writer(s): Hans Rosenfeldt Logline: Set in contemporary London, a detective in her late 30s returns to the Metropolitan Police’s Murder Squad after a 12-year career break to start a family. With the abrupt end to her marriage and isolated from her daughter at boarding school, Marcella returns to work while attempting to make sense of what’s happened in her life. She is immediately assigned to investigate a spate of recent killings which bear the hallmarks of unsolved murders committed over a decade prior, a case on which she first worked in 2003. Has the killer reappeared or is a copycat murderer responsible for these recent deaths? SSN Insight: ITV has given a series order of eight episodes as of June 18. Shooting will start in London this fall. Hans Rosenfeldt created the original Danish-Swedish series Bron/Broen, aka The Bridge which was redeveloped as a U.S. series.

Lady Dynamite Network: Netflix Production Company(s): Hurwitz Company Executive Producer(s): Maria Bamford, Pam Brady, Mitchell Hurwitz Writer(s): Maria Bamford Logline: A comedy series based on the life of comedian Maria Bamford. Details: Based on the life of comedian Maria Bamford. SSN Insight: Netflix gave a series order of 13 episodes as of June 19. Brady will serve as the showrunner. Bamford created and starred in the web series The Maria Bamford Show which originally aired on TBS networks' now retired Super Deluxe website. She also created and starred in the Maria Bamford: the special special special, available on Netflix.

Son of Zahn Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company(s): Lord Miller Executive Producer(s): Reed Agnew, Eli Jorne, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Seth Cohen Writer(s): Reed Agnew, Eli Jorne Logline: Upon arriving home for the first time in ten years, an animated Barbarian father finds that reconnecting with his moody, live-action teenage son Alan and ex-wife while suffering a mundane office job and the banality of suburban life is harder than waging actual war in his distant, animated world. SSN Insight: Fox has given an initial commitment of a pilot presentation for the live action/animated hybrid project. The 10 minute presentation is slated to shoot in summer which Eric Appel (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) will direct and co-executive produce. Johnny Pemberton, who had a supporting in their 21 Jump Street movie franchise, will star.

Tennison Network: ITV 1 Production Company(s): Noho Film and TV, La Plante Global Executive Producer(s): Lynda La Plante, Robert Wulff-Cochrane, Camilla Campbell Writer(s): Lynda La Plante Logline: The series portrays the young Jane Tennison beginning her career and reveals why she became such a complex and formidable character in London’s police force. It’s set in East London in the 1970s, when women police officers are being uneasily "integrated" into the force. Starting as an officer on the beat, she is thrown in at the deep end, drawn into a brutal murder inquiry, and experiences first hand London’s violent criminal ganglands. Details: This series is a prequel to the various series and miniseries incarnations of "Prime Suspect," which premiered in 1992 with "Prime Suspect" and concluded with 2006's "Prime Suspect: The Final Act." The prequel is an adaptation of the novel, "Tennison," written by Lynda La Plante and to be published by Simon & Schuster in September 24, 2015. SSN Insight: ITV has given a series order of six episodes as of June 18. The original “Prime Suspect” series that Helen Mirren starred in, garnered a Peabody, won three Emmys for Outstanding Mini and multiple BAFTA awards.

The Durrells Network: ITV 1 Production Company(s): Sid Gentle Films Executive Producer(s): Simon Nye, Sally Woodward Gentle, Lee Morris Writer(s): Simon Nye Logline: The story focuses upon Louisa Durrell whose life is in meltdown. Widowed years ago and running out of money, Louise has four unruly children to look after: Larry, Leslie, Margo and Gerry, all going off the rails in their own way. Gerry, 11, is about to be thrown out of school; Larry is a would-be novelist but the worst real estate agent in Bournemouth, and the middle two are hitting adulthood like a car-crash. It is the 1930s, and a woman’s options are limited. So Louisa decides to take them all to the untamed paradise that is Corfu. Details: Based on the Corfu memoir trilogy, "My Family and Other Animals" (1956), "Birds, Beasts and Relatives" (1969) and "The Garden of the Gods" (1978), written by Gerald Durrell. SSN Insight: ITV has given a series order of six episodes as of June 18. Filming is slated to take place in Corfu in September this year. Sid Gentle’s production banner is on a role having set up “SS:GB” at the BBC with James Bond screenwriters Neil Purvis and Robert Wade to pen the series.

The Ranch Network: Netflix Executive Producer(s): Don Reo, James Patterson Writer(s): Don Reo, James Patterson Logline: Two brothers reunite after one returns from a brief semi-pro football career to run the family ranch in Colorado. SSN Insight: Netflix gave a straight to series order on June 17. Netflix ordered 20 episodes and it’s rumored the network will release the series ten episodes at a time in 2016. It’s the second original, multi-camera comedy pick-up for Netflix after the order for “Fuller House”. As Ashton Kutcher will star, it reunites him with his “Two and a Half Men” co-showrunners, Reo and Patterson.

Untitled Nick Stone Missions Series Studio: The Weinstein Company Executive Producer(s): Antoine Fuqua Logline: Based on the novel about an ex-SAS soldier working on covert operations for British intelligence. Notes: Based on the fictional series of 16 novels, The Nick Stone Missions, written by Andy McNab, a former Special Air Service sergeant. The last book, For Valour was published in 2014. SSN Insight: The Weinstein Company is rumored to be the frontrunner to win the auction for the rights that’s being run by CAA. Antoine Fuqua is in talks to EP as well as direct the pilot. Fuqua previously worked with TWC on his upcoming film Southpaw and is currently directing The Magnificent Seven remake for Sony.

Funny or Die Presents America’s Next Weatherman Network: TBS Studio: United Artists Media Group Production Company(s): Mark Burnett Productions, Funny or Die Executive Producer(s): Mark Burnett, Mike Farah, Joe Farrell, Dean Houser Logline: An hour long comedy-reality competition series with the winner to forecast the national weather on the CNN show New Day in addition to a $100,000 prize. SSN Insight: TBS gave a series order of eight episodes with the first episode premiering August 8. Matt Oberg will host the series. Judges are veteran L.A. weather personalities Johnny Mountain of KABC, KCBS and Jillian Barberie of Good Day LA. International rights will be distributed by MGM. Bettyville Studio: Paramount Television Production Company(s): Archer Gray Productions Executive Producer(s): George Hodgman, Amy Nauiokas, Anne Carey Writer(s): John Hoffman Logline: A man returns to his hometown of Paris, Missouri for his mother Betty’s 91st birthday, only to find that this ever independent woman now needs the assistance she never thought she’d ask for. Mother and son, lifelong allies, conspirators, sharers of jokes and grudges, occasional warriors try their best to make things right and to redefine the home they find themselves sharing once more. Notes: Based on the memoir, "Bettyville," written by George Hodgman and published by Viking on March 10, 2015. SSN Insight: In addition to Bettyville based on the novel, Paramount TV is currently also adapting The Alienist, Lindbergh, Shutter Island (show title Ashecliffe) from novels for TV. Archer Gray Productions is also behind the upcoming film, Diary of a Teenage Girl.

Broke Network: AMC Studio: Lionsgate, AMC Studios Production Company(s): Clyde Phillips Productions Executive Producer(s): Clyde Phillips, Henrik Ruben Genz, Malene Blenkov, Piv Bernth Logline: Two best friends take one last shot at their dream of opening a restaurant together. One is a brilliant chef in trouble with the Mob and the law, and the other is the best sommelier in the city who is the widowed father of a teenage son. Based on the Danish series, "Bankerot." Notes: Based on the Danish series, "Bankerot," which premiered on DR in 2014. SSN Insight: AMC gave a straight to series order on June 25. This year AMC also handed straight to series orders for Into The Badlands, Humans and The Night Manager.

Guilt Network: ABC Family Studio: Lionsgate Production Company(s): Sea to Sky Entertainment, Wonder Monkey TV Executive Producer(s): Nichole Millard, Kathryn Price, Steve McPherson, Gary Fleder Writer(s): Nichole Millard, Kathryn Price Logline: An American girl is studying abroad in London. When her Irish roommate is brutally murdered, she finds herself the prime suspect and focus of an international media frenzy. SSN Insight: Draws parallels to the story of Amanda Knox. Rolled from 2013-2014 pilot season when it was in development at Fox with Lionsgate TV producing through McPherson’s previous first look deal with Fox and Lionsgate. The production company on the series now, Sea to Sky Entertainment, is a joint venture between Lionsgate Television and Canada’s Thunderbird Films.

Jeff And Some Aliens Network: Comedy Central Production Company(s): ShadowMachine Executive Producer(s): Sean Donnelly, Alessandro Minoli, Corey Campodonico, Alexander Bulkley Logline: The series follows Jeff, the world’s most average guy, and the three aliens sent to study him to determine whether or not humanity should be destroyed. Jeff’s mundane life is constantly thrown into chaos by his extraterrestrial guests- it isn’t always easy having roommates who force you to participate in grueling intergalactic decathlons or perform Azurian honor killings to restore interstellar balance. Notes: The project is a spinoff of the series, "Triptank," on which it was a recurring sketch. "Triptank" premiered on Comedy Central in 2014. SSN Insight: Comedy Central gave an initial script commitment back in November. As of June 24, Comedy Central gave a series order of ten episodes.

Mr. & Mrs. Smith Production Company(s): New Regency Productions, 3 Ball Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Todd A. Nelson, Brant Pinvidic Logline: Reality series where married couples compete in a high-octane, high-stakes game. Notes: Based on the film, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" (2005), directed by Doug Liman and starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. SSN Insight: New Regency previously developed a Mr. & Mrs. Smith scripted series that made it to pilot back in 2007 at ABC with Martin Henderson and Jordana Brewster starring, but it was not picked up to series.

Project Runway Junior Network: Lifetime Production Company(s): Full Picture, The Weinstein Company , Sarah Rea Productions Executive Producer(s): Tim Gunn, Bob Weinstein, Harvey Weinstein, Patrick Reardon, Barbara Schneeweiss Logline: The series showcases the next generation of designers with contestants ages 14 to 17 competing. SSN Insight: Lifetime gave a series order on June 25. Lifetime also renewed renewed Project Runway All Stars for release in early 2016 and set the premiere of the 14^th season of Project Runway for August 6. Tim Gunn will co-host this new series with supermodel Hannah Davis. Judges include 2007 Project Runway winner Christian Siriano and Aya Kanai, executive fashion editor at Cosmopolitan and Seventeen. Production will start this summer in New York.

Us Network: HBO Studio: Universal Television Production Company(s): True Jack Productions Executive Producer(s): Jason Katims, Michelle Lee Writer(s): Jason Katims Logline: A sweeping examination of the often baffling, sometimes unexpected but ultimately heart-wrenching ways love and human connection can be found today through a vast web of seemingly unconnected people. Notes: Based on an original idea by Jason Katims. SSN Insight: HBO ordered the pilot on June 24. Katims recently received an order for his drama series, The Way on Hulu. He previously executive produced the TV series Parenthood, About a Boy and Friday Night Lights.