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Rick Porter

Television Business Editor

Rick Porter joined The Hollywood Reporter in 2018 and covers TV ratings and measurement, deals, renewals and cancellations and other aspects of the business. He was previously editor of TV by the Numbers and associate editor at Tribune Media's Zap2it.

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Streaming Ratings: ‘The Pitt’ Hits High Mark With Season Finale

‘The White Lotus’ stays at No. 1 the week after its season ends, and ‘Black Mirror’ and ’The Handmaid’s Tale’ make solid returns.

‘Law & Order’ and ‘SVU’ Renewed at NBC

The two long-running series have aired for a combined 50 seasons on the network.

‘Animal Control’ and ‘Going Dutch’ Comedies Renewed at Fox

The two shows are the network’s only live-action half-hours at the moment.

Sonequa Martin-Green Boards CBS’ ‘Boston Blue’

The former ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ captain will star opposite Donnie Wahlberg in the series.

‘Yellowstone’-verse Expands to CBS With ‘Marshals’ Spinoff on 2025-26 Schedule

Luke Grimes will reprise his role as Kayce Dutton in one of seven new series on the network’s slate for next season.

Can Starz Scale? Now Split From Lionsgate, CEO Sets Sights on Major Subscriber Growth

The streaming and premium cable outlet formally separated from Lionsgate on May 7.

TV Ratings: ‘Squid Game’ Rules, But Broadcast Series Make Strong Showing in Multiplatform Rankings

Eight of the top 20 shows across all platforms in Nielsen’s 35-day ratings originate on broadcast networks.

Amy Poehler, Mike Schur Reunite for Peacock Comedy ‘Dig’

The ‘Parks and Recreation’ star and co-creator will both be writers and EPs on the series along with J.J. Philbin.

Hugh Laurie to Topline Thriller ‘The Wanted Man’ at Apple TV+

Thandiwe Newton also stars in the drama from ‘Hijack’ creator George Kay.

Starz Completes Separation From Lionsgate, Touts Focus on Women and Underrepresented Audiences

The premium cable and streaming outlet is once again a standalone company, with shares on the Nasdaq exchange.

‘The Studio’ Gets a Sequel: Seth Rogen Comedy Renewed at Apple TV+

The Lionsgate-produced series has been a critical favorite for the streamer.

‘A Man on the Inside’ Fills Out Season 2 Cast

Constance Marie, David Strathairn, Gary Cole and Max Greenfield are among 11 actors joining the Netflix comedy.