Fox Cancels 1 TV Show, Renews 2 More (2022 Recap So Far)

After directing multiple episodes of his Netflix series “Master Of None,” including all of season three, comedian Aziz Ansari (“Parks & Rec“) is making his feature film directorial debut for Searchlight Pictures. The film is yet to be titled, but is being referred to for now as “Being Mortal.” Ansari will also take a role in the film alongside Bill Murray, who was previously announced, and now another strong comedic actor has joined the project.

EXCLUSIVE: In what is turning into a cast of comedic hall-of-famers, sources tell Deadline Seth Rogen is set to join Bill Murray in Aziz Ansari’s feature directorial debut Being Mortal. Ansari is also on board to co-star from a script he wrote. He is also producing with Youree Henley.  Taylor Friedman and Cameron Chidsey are overseeing for Searchlight Pictures.

Netflix has announced two more TV show renewals today, bringing their total up to 7 shows renewed in 2022

Let’s get fired up! Welcome to Aries season — the official kick off to Spring! As the Sun becomes ignited in the blazing terrain of Aries — symbolized by the mighty ram — beginning March 20 and ending April 19 this year, prepare to feel supercharged to take the lead and embark into new territory. As the pioneer of the zodiac, Aries empowers us to pursue our desires and feel inspired by life.

HBO and HBO Max has officially renewed 8 fan favorite TV shows in 2022 so far!

Fox has announced two renewals so far in 2022, and unfortunately, one cancellation.

HBO and HBO Max has officially renewed 7 fan favorite TV shows in 2022 so far!

There has been even more news about some of NBC‘s biggest hits this week.

There has been some news about some of NBC‘s biggest hits this week.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorUTA has hired Amy Grgich, Ella Mastrippolito and Pegi Murray in its Production Arts division as agents. The three new hires further highlight UTA’s continued focus on establishing an equitable and dynamic workforce.“Bringing in three top-line agents like Amy, Ella and Pegi ensure we will continue prioritizing our commitment to our Production Arts clients, said UTA Partner & Head of Production Arts Pete Franciosa.

Brothers Osborne, BTS, Brandi Carlile, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X with Jack Harlow, and Olivia Rodrigo. A post shared by Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@recordingacademy)Eilish has the chance to make history with her appearance, as this will be the third year in a row she has performed on the Grammy telecast.

Kelis‘ husband Mike Mora has died after a battle with stomach cancer.The 37-year-old photographer’s death was confirmed by Steve Satterhwaite of Red Light Management, in a statement to Entertainment Tonight.“Sadly, it’s true that Mike Mora has passed away,” he said. “We would ask all to respect Kelis and her family’s privacy as of right now.

ABC is making some big moves, particularly, announcing renewals!

NBC has some news.

Netflix keeps making big decisions on their TV shows and we’re loving all of these renewals!

We’re three months into 2022 and Netflix has renewed three of their biggest hit TV shows already!

The stars and sun seemed to have aligned on blue carpet at the 2022 edition of the Film Independent Spirit Awards.

Two of the major TV networks just canceled their hot new freshman shows of the season.

Fox has opted not to proceed with a second season of The Big Leap. The ballet drama-comedy, starring Scott Foley and Simone Recasner, had an 11-episode freshman run, which ended in December, with the network at the time deferring a decision on the show’s future until the spring.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterThe Scott Foley-led drama “The Big Leap” has been canceled after just one season at Fox, Variety has learned.A modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams and taking back what’s yours,”The Big Leap” revolves around a group of diverse, down-on-their-luck characters attempting to change their lives by participating in a potentially life-ruining reality dance show featuring a modern reimagining of “Swan Lake.”“The Big Leap” starred Scott Foley, Teri Polo, Piper Perabo, Simone Recasner, Kevin Daniels, Ser’Darius Blain, Jon Rudnitsky, Mallory Jansen and Anna Grace Barlow.The drama from creator/executive producer Liz Heldens (“The Passage,” “Friday Night Lights”), director/executive producer Jason Winer (“Modern Family,” “Perfect Harmony”) and executive producer Sue Naegle (“Soundtrack,” “The Plot Against America”) premiered as part of Fox’s fall lineup. It averaged a 0.4 rating among the advertiser-coveted adults 18-49 demographic and 2.8 million multiplatform viewers throughout its 11-episode run in Nielsen’s Live + Same Day data, which counts a week’s worth of delayed viewing where available.