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Lifetime has released the trailer for Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter, a two-night event that will see several survivors detail their experiences during the singer and convicted sex trafficker’s trial earlier this year, and the fear and intimidation they faced around their public testimonies.
Set to debut in two parts starting Jan. 2 followed by a second night Jan. 3, part three of the docuseries will also explore the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s three decades of crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The three-and-a-half-minute trailer touches on the experiences of the doc’s more than 60 voices and testimonials discussing Kelly’s inner circle and their potential role in covering up his crimes; the deadly threats his various survivors faced while still being abused by the artist and then when trying to come forward; how survivors’ parents...
Lifetime has released the trailer for Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter, a two-night event that will see several survivors detail their experiences during the singer and convicted sex trafficker’s trial earlier this year, and the fear and intimidation they faced around their public testimonies.
Set to debut in two parts starting Jan. 2 followed by a second night Jan. 3, part three of the docuseries will also explore the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s three decades of crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The three-and-a-half-minute trailer touches on the experiences of the doc’s more than 60 voices and testimonials discussing Kelly’s inner circle and their potential role in covering up his crimes; the deadly threats his various survivors faced while still being abused by the artist and then when trying to come forward; how survivors’ parents...
- 12/14/2022
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Here is a wrap-up of all the news you need to know from Wednesday, December 14, 2022.
Continuing with Lifetime’s mission to provide a platform for unheard voices, the network announces the conclusion of the documentary series Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter, debuting as a two-night event on January 2nd and 3rd at 9 pm Et/Pt.
The two-night event focuses on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The groundbreaking, Peabody award-winning, Emmy-nominated documentary series Surviving R. Kelly concludes with the final installment following the former R&b superstar as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
While millions have read the headlines, the final chapter connects the shocking fine print with unspeakable details never shared with the public, culminating in the verdict heard around the world.
Night one follows Angelo Clary’s recount of Azriel Clary’s journey...
Continuing with Lifetime’s mission to provide a platform for unheard voices, the network announces the conclusion of the documentary series Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter, debuting as a two-night event on January 2nd and 3rd at 9 pm Et/Pt.
The two-night event focuses on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The groundbreaking, Peabody award-winning, Emmy-nominated documentary series Surviving R. Kelly concludes with the final installment following the former R&b superstar as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
While millions have read the headlines, the final chapter connects the shocking fine print with unspeakable details never shared with the public, culminating in the verdict heard around the world.
Night one follows Angelo Clary’s recount of Azriel Clary’s journey...
- 12/14/2022
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
The epic conclusion to Lifetime’s “Surviving R. Kelly” docuseries is officially set to premiere in January.
“Surviving R. Kelly Part III: The Final Chapter” will air as a two-night event on Jan. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, focusing on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials. The series features over 60 voices and testimonials.
“While millions have read the headlines, the final chapter connects the shocking fine print with unspeakable details never shared with the public, culminating in the verdict heard around the world,” the cable channel said in a statement.
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The first night will follow the court testimonial of Azriel Clary’s journey as its revealed she was instructed to lie in the infamous R. Kelly interview with Gayle King. Clary shares...
“Surviving R. Kelly Part III: The Final Chapter” will air as a two-night event on Jan. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, focusing on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials. The series features over 60 voices and testimonials.
“While millions have read the headlines, the final chapter connects the shocking fine print with unspeakable details never shared with the public, culminating in the verdict heard around the world,” the cable channel said in a statement.
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- 12/14/2022
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
The final chapter of Lifetime’s Surviving R. Kelly is set to air on January 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt. A trailer for the conclusion can be found above.
The two-night event focuses on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The first night will tackle the court testimonial of Azriel Clary who revealed she was instructed to lie in the infamous R. Kelly interview with Gayle King. She also shares details of the abuse on the witness stand. Additionally, her family gives insight into the intimidation tactics launched at the family by the singer’s supporters while legal experts and journalists provide insight into racketeering charges Kelly faces.
Night two will focus on Jane Doe #1 and the revelation of John Does who take the stand as new survivors also emerge. The series concludes with the survivors sharing...
The two-night event focuses on the fallout of the former R&b superstar’s crimes as he faces multiple federal and state trials.
The first night will tackle the court testimonial of Azriel Clary who revealed she was instructed to lie in the infamous R. Kelly interview with Gayle King. She also shares details of the abuse on the witness stand. Additionally, her family gives insight into the intimidation tactics launched at the family by the singer’s supporters while legal experts and journalists provide insight into racketeering charges Kelly faces.
Night two will focus on Jane Doe #1 and the revelation of John Does who take the stand as new survivors also emerge. The series concludes with the survivors sharing...
- 12/14/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
The Real World and Keeping Up With The Kardashians producer Bunim/Murray is behind a comedy competition series for social media site Reddit.
It marks the aggregator and discussion board firm’s first move into live original content.
Reddit, which is one of the most visited websites in the world, will air daily livestream series PhotoshopBattles Live via its r/PhotoshopBattles community, which has over 17M followers.
The series, which launches today, is hosted by Shrill star Patti Harrison and will see a group of comedians offer their commentary across a range of photo-editing battles from Reddit users.
Each day, moderators will post images for participants to edit as they battle it out together or individually and put their Photoshop skills to the ultimate test. These daily challenges will be showcased on a one-hour PsBattles Live show which will spotlight the creations of the day and encourage users to vote for their favorites.
It marks the aggregator and discussion board firm’s first move into live original content.
Reddit, which is one of the most visited websites in the world, will air daily livestream series PhotoshopBattles Live via its r/PhotoshopBattles community, which has over 17M followers.
The series, which launches today, is hosted by Shrill star Patti Harrison and will see a group of comedians offer their commentary across a range of photo-editing battles from Reddit users.
Each day, moderators will post images for participants to edit as they battle it out together or individually and put their Photoshop skills to the ultimate test. These daily challenges will be showcased on a one-hour PsBattles Live show which will spotlight the creations of the day and encourage users to vote for their favorites.
- 10/18/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Premier League Doc Series Sells Globally
All3Media International has inked multiple signed deals for Fever Pitch! The Rise of the Premier League, the new documentary from Story Films and David Beckham’s new production company Studio 99. Commissioned by BBC Two, the 4 x 60’ doc will tell the story of the creation of the lucrative English Premier League through the stories of some of its most famous names, including Eric Cantona, David Beckham, Vinnie Jones and Alan Shearer. Amazon has acquired the series for Canada, Australia and New Zealand. In Europe, buyers include Rtl for Germany and German-speaking Europe, Telefonica for Spain and Dr Denmark, Nrk Norway, Svt Sweden and Yle Finland for Nordic regions. Discovery+ has acquired the series for India, while Watcha will be the exclusive home for the series in South Korea. The doc is set to debut on BBC Two in the UK later this year. C4...
All3Media International has inked multiple signed deals for Fever Pitch! The Rise of the Premier League, the new documentary from Story Films and David Beckham’s new production company Studio 99. Commissioned by BBC Two, the 4 x 60’ doc will tell the story of the creation of the lucrative English Premier League through the stories of some of its most famous names, including Eric Cantona, David Beckham, Vinnie Jones and Alan Shearer. Amazon has acquired the series for Canada, Australia and New Zealand. In Europe, buyers include Rtl for Germany and German-speaking Europe, Telefonica for Spain and Dr Denmark, Nrk Norway, Svt Sweden and Yle Finland for Nordic regions. Discovery+ has acquired the series for India, while Watcha will be the exclusive home for the series in South Korea. The doc is set to debut on BBC Two in the UK later this year. C4...
- 8/19/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tamra Simmons, an executive producer behind the Emmy-nominated docuseries Surviving R. Kelly, has signed a development deal with Blue And Studios to identify and develop a slate of unscripted projects.
The partnership builds on Blue Ant’s expanding U.S. production business and comes is the latest in the series of development initiatives that seek to champion women-led content. Under the new deal, the LA Productions executive producer and CEO of Atlanta-based firm The Tamra Simmons Brand Agency will work with Blue Ant to produce unscripted projects that explore a range of perspective sand experiences. Her credits include Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning, Growing Up Hip Hop, Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta, Mary Mary and Words of Wisdom: Faith & Forgiveness.
“The content we consume shapes our minds, drives our decisions and informs our outlook on the world. It is imperative that our content options provoke our thoughts...
The partnership builds on Blue Ant’s expanding U.S. production business and comes is the latest in the series of development initiatives that seek to champion women-led content. Under the new deal, the LA Productions executive producer and CEO of Atlanta-based firm The Tamra Simmons Brand Agency will work with Blue Ant to produce unscripted projects that explore a range of perspective sand experiences. Her credits include Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning, Growing Up Hip Hop, Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta, Mary Mary and Words of Wisdom: Faith & Forgiveness.
“The content we consume shapes our minds, drives our decisions and informs our outlook on the world. It is imperative that our content options provoke our thoughts...
- 4/13/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
The original editors of Lifetime’s now-famous January 2019 docuseries “Surviving R. Kelly” walked out over creative disagreements on how best to portray sexual assault survivors, according to a bombshell report published Wednesday morning by The Hollywood Reporter.
Though these events took place in 2018 during post-production on the docuseries, the story recently came to light when Peggy Tachdjian, a TV editor who used to work at production company Bunim/Murray and witnessed the events take place, wrote an Instagram post in June in support of the editors along with an image that said, “Let’s talk about performative allyship.”
“In 2018 @bunimmurray was making a show called Surviving R. Kelly. I saw them take the step to hire 5 Poc editors for this project that we all knew would have deep impact for the African American community,” Tachdjian wrote.
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Though these events took place in 2018 during post-production on the docuseries, the story recently came to light when Peggy Tachdjian, a TV editor who used to work at production company Bunim/Murray and witnessed the events take place, wrote an Instagram post in June in support of the editors along with an image that said, “Let’s talk about performative allyship.”
“In 2018 @bunimmurray was making a show called Surviving R. Kelly. I saw them take the step to hire 5 Poc editors for this project that we all knew would have deep impact for the African American community,” Tachdjian wrote.
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- 8/12/2020
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
Lifetime has set a premiere date and released a trailer for its sequel documentary series Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning: The follow-up to the much-watched, Emmy-nominated Surviving R. Kelly series debuts January 2 and will air on three consecutive nights.
Part II: The Reckoning will feature interviews with new survivors, supporters, psychologists and cultural and legal experts. Lifetime also promises “more insights into the ever-growing saga of the R&b singer, who is currently facing federal and state charges.”
The three-night event will include new stories and details, exploring “why the voices of the girls that spoke up decades ago are only now being heard.”
Lifetime will air a six-hour marathon of Part 1, in its entirety, starting at 3 p.m. January 2. The marathon leads up to the two-hour premiere of Part II at 9 p.m. The two-hour second episode of Part II begins at 9 p.m. January 3, with the 90-minute conclusion set for 8 p.
Part II: The Reckoning will feature interviews with new survivors, supporters, psychologists and cultural and legal experts. Lifetime also promises “more insights into the ever-growing saga of the R&b singer, who is currently facing federal and state charges.”
The three-night event will include new stories and details, exploring “why the voices of the girls that spoke up decades ago are only now being heard.”
Lifetime will air a six-hour marathon of Part 1, in its entirety, starting at 3 p.m. January 2. The marathon leads up to the two-hour premiere of Part II at 9 p.m. The two-hour second episode of Part II begins at 9 p.m. January 3, with the 90-minute conclusion set for 8 p.
- 12/11/2019
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Without overstating the case, it’s hard to imagine that R. Kelly would not be in jail today if not for “Surviving R. Kelly.” While many of the details and accusers featured in the Lifetime docuseries were new, the primary facts have been known for many years — and yet the series, more than any of the news reports over the decade since he was acquitted on child-pornography charges in 2008, put all of the facts into a single powerful context. And the fact that there was a gun threat at the docuseries’ first screening in New York only amplified the air of criminality around it.
Almost exactly one year later, “Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning” takes a look at the events of the past year that led to multiple new charges and accusations against the singer, the demise of his empire and his current indefinite incarceration as he awaits trial in three states.
Almost exactly one year later, “Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning” takes a look at the events of the past year that led to multiple new charges and accusations against the singer, the demise of his empire and his current indefinite incarceration as he awaits trial in three states.
- 12/11/2019
- by Jem Aswad
- Variety Film + TV
Lifetime has released the trailer and premiere date for its three-part “Surviving R. Kelly” follow up, now titled “The Reckoning.”
The new docuseries, which will air over three nights between Jan. 2-4, 2020, will feature interviews from a variety of perspectives including with new survivors, supporters, psychologists and cultural and legal experts, and will provide more insights into the ever-growing saga of the R&b singer, who is currently facing federal and state charges.
New interviewees include Michael Avenatti, Dame Dash, Michael Knowles, Gloria Allred and longtime music reporter Jim DeRogatis, who was one of the first reporters to look into Kelly’s behavior, more than 20 years ago.
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In February, Kelly was indicted on 10 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, based on accusations from four different accusers. In May, 11 additional felony counts were filed against him, including...
The new docuseries, which will air over three nights between Jan. 2-4, 2020, will feature interviews from a variety of perspectives including with new survivors, supporters, psychologists and cultural and legal experts, and will provide more insights into the ever-growing saga of the R&b singer, who is currently facing federal and state charges.
New interviewees include Michael Avenatti, Dame Dash, Michael Knowles, Gloria Allred and longtime music reporter Jim DeRogatis, who was one of the first reporters to look into Kelly’s behavior, more than 20 years ago.
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In February, Kelly was indicted on 10 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, based on accusations from four different accusers. In May, 11 additional felony counts were filed against him, including...
- 12/11/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Few documentaries have triggered a real-world impact on the order of Surviving R. Kelly.
Before the six-part series aired on Lifetime, the titular R&b singer-songwriter had managed to avoid significant harm to his recording career, despite allegations going back decades that he had sexually abused numerous teenage girls, some of them minors. But since the show’s broadcast, Kelly’s life and career have utterly imploded.
“Because of the series everyone’s eyes were opened,” Tamra Simmons, one of the executive producers of Surviving R. Kelly, tells Deadline. “The public can’t turn a blind eye anymore.”
Perhaps just as importantly, record company executives and law enforcement officials could no longer look the other way either. Within weeks of Surviving R. Kelly’s debut last January, the artist’s label, RCA Records, cut ties with him. In February prosecutors in Cook County, Illinois filed multiple charges against Kelly, accusing...
Before the six-part series aired on Lifetime, the titular R&b singer-songwriter had managed to avoid significant harm to his recording career, despite allegations going back decades that he had sexually abused numerous teenage girls, some of them minors. But since the show’s broadcast, Kelly’s life and career have utterly imploded.
“Because of the series everyone’s eyes were opened,” Tamra Simmons, one of the executive producers of Surviving R. Kelly, tells Deadline. “The public can’t turn a blind eye anymore.”
Perhaps just as importantly, record company executives and law enforcement officials could no longer look the other way either. Within weeks of Surviving R. Kelly’s debut last January, the artist’s label, RCA Records, cut ties with him. In February prosecutors in Cook County, Illinois filed multiple charges against Kelly, accusing...
- 8/23/2019
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
Lifetime is prepping a new docuseries about convicted sexual predator and wealthy hedge fund manager, Jeffrey Epstein, as well as a follow-up to its bombshell docuseries Surviving R. Kelly.
A+E Networks president of programming Rob Sharenow announced the two series at the Television Critics Association summer press tour Tuesday. Sharenow offered a few details about each series, though he did not say when either of them would premiere, Variety reports.
Surviving Jeffrey Epstein will offer a deep dive into Epstein’s story in the wake of his recent arrest...
A+E Networks president of programming Rob Sharenow announced the two series at the Television Critics Association summer press tour Tuesday. Sharenow offered a few details about each series, though he did not say when either of them would premiere, Variety reports.
Surviving Jeffrey Epstein will offer a deep dive into Epstein’s story in the wake of his recent arrest...
- 7/24/2019
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Lifetime is making a followup documentary to “Surviving R. Kelly,” as well a new docuseries on Jeffrey Epstein called “Surviving Jeffrey Epstein.”
“Surviving Jeffrey Epstein” will center on the billionaire New York financier, who was arrested earlier this month. He was charged with sex trafficking by federal prosecutors, who said that Epstein sexually abused dozens of underage girls and paid many of them to recruit others. He was denied bail last week.
Since Epstein’s arrest, Labor Secretary Alex Acosta resigned after defending the plea deal he struck with Epstein as a federal prosecutor. Over a decade ago, Epstein pleaded guilty in Florida to soliciting a minor for prostitution. He served 13 months of an 18-month sentence and was released in 2009.
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“Surviving Jeffrey Epstein” is being developed by Robert Friedman’s Bungalow Media + Entertainment in association...
“Surviving Jeffrey Epstein” will center on the billionaire New York financier, who was arrested earlier this month. He was charged with sex trafficking by federal prosecutors, who said that Epstein sexually abused dozens of underage girls and paid many of them to recruit others. He was denied bail last week.
Since Epstein’s arrest, Labor Secretary Alex Acosta resigned after defending the plea deal he struck with Epstein as a federal prosecutor. Over a decade ago, Epstein pleaded guilty in Florida to soliciting a minor for prostitution. He served 13 months of an 18-month sentence and was released in 2009.
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- 7/23/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Lifetime’s “Surviving R. Kelly” ignited a wave of activism, and the network will explore the wide-reaching effects of the doc in a follow-up two-hour special, “Surviving R. Kelly: The Impact.” It will be hosted by journalist Soledad O’Brien and is set to debut Saturday, May 4 at 10 p.m. Et/Pt.
The special will examine the impact the documentary has had on culture globally and how it has elevated the dialogue around sexual violence and being a survivor. Kelly has been accused by numerous women and their families of sexual abuse, and the January docuseries detailed decades of allegations, through interviews with survivors and associates.
Following the release of “Surviving R. Kelly,” hashtags like #MuteRKelly surged on social media and activists called for a boycott of the R&B singer. The public outrage led Sony to drop the artist from its record label and seven weeks after the special’s debut,...
The special will examine the impact the documentary has had on culture globally and how it has elevated the dialogue around sexual violence and being a survivor. Kelly has been accused by numerous women and their families of sexual abuse, and the January docuseries detailed decades of allegations, through interviews with survivors and associates.
Following the release of “Surviving R. Kelly,” hashtags like #MuteRKelly surged on social media and activists called for a boycott of the R&B singer. The public outrage led Sony to drop the artist from its record label and seven weeks after the special’s debut,...
- 4/26/2019
- by Rachel Yang
- Variety Film + TV
Lifetime is following up on the documentary special that changed the conversation around disgraced singer R. Kelly. Journalist Soledad O’Brien will host “Surviving R. Kelly: The Impact,” a new installment that highlights the impact the original documentary had on culture globally, how it has elevated the conversation on sexual violence and what it means to be a survivor.
Immediately following the debut of “Surviving R. Kelly” in January, which has now been seen by 26 million viewers, a public outcry from social media demanded survivors be heard. Activists campaigning to #MuteRKelly successfully convinced his long-time record label, Sony’s RCA Records, to drop him as a client. And weeks later, the Cook County attorney’s office indicted Kelly on 10 felony counts of aggravated sexual assault, for which he was later arrested.
Featuring footage from “Surviving R. Kelly,” interviews with journalists, legal experts, non-profit organizations and psychologists, the new special offers...
Immediately following the debut of “Surviving R. Kelly” in January, which has now been seen by 26 million viewers, a public outcry from social media demanded survivors be heard. Activists campaigning to #MuteRKelly successfully convinced his long-time record label, Sony’s RCA Records, to drop him as a client. And weeks later, the Cook County attorney’s office indicted Kelly on 10 felony counts of aggravated sexual assault, for which he was later arrested.
Featuring footage from “Surviving R. Kelly,” interviews with journalists, legal experts, non-profit organizations and psychologists, the new special offers...
- 4/26/2019
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Lifetime’s explosive docuseries Surviving R. Kelly, which chronicled sexual abuse allegations against singer Robert R. Kelly, changed the Kelly conversation. Now the network has set a two-hour follow-up special. Hosted by award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien, Surviving R. Kelly: The Impact highlights the impact the documentary has had on our culture globally, how it has elevated the conversation on sexual violence and what it means to be a survivor. It’s set to premiere Saturday May 4 at 10 Pm Et/Pt on Lifetime. Watch a promo below the story.
In the days following the January debut of the docuseries, vital conversations erupted throughout the country. Calls to sexual assault hotlines increased by 35%, and #MuteRKelly activists were galvanized to protest for R. Kelly’s record label to drop him. Public outcry ensured the survivors would not be ignored and more women came forward with allegations of abuse. Seven weeks after the debut of the docuseries,...
In the days following the January debut of the docuseries, vital conversations erupted throughout the country. Calls to sexual assault hotlines increased by 35%, and #MuteRKelly activists were galvanized to protest for R. Kelly’s record label to drop him. Public outcry ensured the survivors would not be ignored and more women came forward with allegations of abuse. Seven weeks after the debut of the docuseries,...
- 4/26/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Lifetime’s buzzy six-part docuseries Surviving R. Kelly continued its solid ratings showing to the end, averaging 2.1 million viewers in Live+same day. In key demos, it averaged 1.2 million among adults 25-54 and adults 18-49, 858,000 in women 25-54 and 798,000 among women 18-49.
The docuseries was Lifetime’s strongest non-fiction series in seven years among adults 25-54 (1.2 million) and women 25-54, making it the No. 1 non-fiction series on cable since October 1, 2018 in those demos and the No. 2 overall cable series, behind AMC’s The Walking Dead, according to the network and Nielsen.
Its January 6 finale helped boost the docuseries to the No. 1 entertainment telecast across cable for the week beginning 12/31 among A25-54, W25-54, A18-49, and W18-49. It also was the No. 1 most social primetime program across broadcast and cable for three consecutive nights (excluding sports), delivering 1.4 million total interactions across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to become Lifetime...
The docuseries was Lifetime’s strongest non-fiction series in seven years among adults 25-54 (1.2 million) and women 25-54, making it the No. 1 non-fiction series on cable since October 1, 2018 in those demos and the No. 2 overall cable series, behind AMC’s The Walking Dead, according to the network and Nielsen.
Its January 6 finale helped boost the docuseries to the No. 1 entertainment telecast across cable for the week beginning 12/31 among A25-54, W25-54, A18-49, and W18-49. It also was the No. 1 most social primetime program across broadcast and cable for three consecutive nights (excluding sports), delivering 1.4 million total interactions across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to become Lifetime...
- 1/8/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Over the past 25 years, multiple women have accused singer R. Kelly of sexual, mental and physical abuse. The singer was charged with child pornography in 2000, and in recent years of holding women against their will in a “sex cult.” While Kelly was acquitted of the child-pornography charges and has never been convicted of any such crimes, the accusations continue.
The Lifetime network has collected multiple accusers in “Surviving R. Kelly,” a six-hour docuseries will air in three installments: Thursday, January 3rd at 9 p.m. Et/Pt; Friday, January 4th at 9 p.m. Et/Pt; and Saturday, January 5th at 9 p.m. Et/Pt.
The clips, done in a characteristic docuseries style, contrast differences in R. Kelly’s personas.
“There’s a difference between R. Kelly and Robert. R. Kelly’s this fun, laughing, loving guy,” one woman says. “But Robert…is the devil.”
The project includes over 50 interviews, featuring R&B singer Sparkle,...
The Lifetime network has collected multiple accusers in “Surviving R. Kelly,” a six-hour docuseries will air in three installments: Thursday, January 3rd at 9 p.m. Et/Pt; Friday, January 4th at 9 p.m. Et/Pt; and Saturday, January 5th at 9 p.m. Et/Pt.
The clips, done in a characteristic docuseries style, contrast differences in R. Kelly’s personas.
“There’s a difference between R. Kelly and Robert. R. Kelly’s this fun, laughing, loving guy,” one woman says. “But Robert…is the devil.”
The project includes over 50 interviews, featuring R&B singer Sparkle,...
- 10/23/2018
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
Lifetime is taking on R. Kelly. The network just announced that as part of its relaunch of its "Stop Violence Against Women" campaign, it has greenlit both a documentary series and a feature movie that seek to "shed a light on controversial R&B star R. Kelly, whose history of alleged abuse of underage African American girls has until recently been largely ignored by mainstream media." Lifetime wants to "provide a platform to give women a voice where they have previously been unheard" with the series and feature. "We've been working for over a year to bring forth the stories of these women," said Ep Joel Karsberg. We are proud to team with Lifetime to shed light...
- 5/7/2018
- E! Online
Lifetime said today that it is relaunching its public-affairs campaign Stop Violence Against Women to raise awareness of abusive behaviors, and the first projects will be a documentary series and movie from Kreativ Inc. focusing on women who say they’ve been abused by R. Kelly.
The controversial R&B star has a history of alleged abuse of underage African-American girls that largely has been unreported by mainstream media until recently. The series and untitled feature will focus on women who are emerging from the shadows to share their stories.
“What we’ve seen — in the last year in particular — is the tremendous power of women’s voices when given the opportunity to share their truth,” said Brie Miranda Bryant, Svp Unscripted Development and Programming at Lifetime. “But there are important stories still untold, stories of bravery, resilience and defiance that demand to be heard. This is one of those stories.
The controversial R&B star has a history of alleged abuse of underage African-American girls that largely has been unreported by mainstream media until recently. The series and untitled feature will focus on women who are emerging from the shadows to share their stories.
“What we’ve seen — in the last year in particular — is the tremendous power of women’s voices when given the opportunity to share their truth,” said Brie Miranda Bryant, Svp Unscripted Development and Programming at Lifetime. “But there are important stories still untold, stories of bravery, resilience and defiance that demand to be heard. This is one of those stories.
- 5/7/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Lifetime has ordered two projects that will tackle the allegations of alleged abuse currently swirling around R&B star R. Kelly, the network announced Monday.
The first project is an untitled documentary series that will investigate rumors of abuse, predatory behavior, and pedophilia surrounding the singer. Alleged survivors of Kelly’s abuse and people from his inner circle will participate, providing allegations about his alleged sexual, mental, and physical abuse. Lifetime has also greenlit a movie that will delve into the inner world of R. Kelly, detailing allegations of abuse and mind games.
The documentary series and movie are executive produced by Joel Karsberg and Jesse Daniels of Kreativ Inc., which, as part of their production deal, is backed exclusively by Bunim/Murray Productions (Bmp). dream hampton is an executive producer on the documentary series, along with Brie Miranda Bryant from Lifetime. Ilene Kahn Power serves as an executive producer on...
The first project is an untitled documentary series that will investigate rumors of abuse, predatory behavior, and pedophilia surrounding the singer. Alleged survivors of Kelly’s abuse and people from his inner circle will participate, providing allegations about his alleged sexual, mental, and physical abuse. Lifetime has also greenlit a movie that will delve into the inner world of R. Kelly, detailing allegations of abuse and mind games.
The documentary series and movie are executive produced by Joel Karsberg and Jesse Daniels of Kreativ Inc., which, as part of their production deal, is backed exclusively by Bunim/Murray Productions (Bmp). dream hampton is an executive producer on the documentary series, along with Brie Miranda Bryant from Lifetime. Ilene Kahn Power serves as an executive producer on...
- 5/7/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Keeping Up With The Kardashians producer Bunim/Murray Productions and former Zodiak USA CEO and Chief Creative Officer Joel Karsberg have inked an exclusive pod deal for Karsberg’s new outfit Kreativ Inc. The new pact comes after the two teamed already on the new series MTV Undressed, a reality dating show that recently secured an August 16 bow. As part of the new pact, Karsberg will develop and produce unscripted formats to be backed exclusively by Bunim/Murray. Jesse…...
- 7/17/2017
- Deadline TV
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