From ‘Pawn Stars’ to Sports Card Collectibles: Inside the Rebirth of Transactional TV

Amid a recession, it’s déjà vu all over again as Brent Montgomery channels the hunt for hidden treasures into a wave of new programming that includes Netflix’s ‘Goldin Auctions,’ History’s ‘Secret Restoration’ and a project with collectible asset platform Rally.  Brent Montgomery is leading the charge back into the so-called “transactional TV” genre with shows […]

by The Hollywood Reporter

First Look: Mauricio Umansky and His Daughters Bring the Drama on Netflix’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills’

The Real Housewives regular stars in the new Netflix reality show alongside his daughters Farrah and Alexia, whom he shares withwife Kyle Richards Mauricio Umansky is bringing a fresh dose of drama to the Beverly Hills real estate scene! Netflix’s newest reality series, Buying Beverly Hills, follows Mauricio and his team at high-end real estate firm The Agency as they compete to […]

by People.com

Tim Allen, Richard Karn, April Wilkerson return to History with “More Power”

A+E Networks’ History Channel will once again reunite Tim Allen with his former Home Improvement co-star Richard Karn via the non-fiction series More Power, which premieres on June 29. The 10-episode series, which also co-stars YouTube DIY woodworking personality April Wilkerson, will take place in Allen’s home shop, where the hosts will explore the history […]

by Real Screen

Hulu Adds Four New Food Shows To Slate From Vox Media, Majordomo Media

Hulu Originals today announced four food series from Vox Media Studios and David Chang’s Majordomo Media, including one from Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka. “We are thrilled to be expanding our relationship with David Chang, Majordomo, and Hulu with these brand new series that will leave Hulu’s audience hungry for more,” said Chad Mumm, Chief Creative Officer, Vox Media Studios […]

by Deadline.com

Wheelhouse Entertainment Taps Pam Healey As President Of Spoke Studios

Based in Los Angeles, the former Shed Media and High Noon executive will lead all creative efforts and growth strategies for the prodco. Among Spoke’s marquee projects are four Netflix series – including Hype House and the upcoming Goldin Auctions with Executive Producer Peyton Manning, as well as multiple series for Hulu, More Power for History, starring Tim Allen, and a […]

by Deadline

‘Selling Sunset’ Renewed For Seasons 6 & 7 At Netflix As Streamer Builds Out Property Slate

Netflix is doubling down on property. The streamer has handed breakout reality series Selling Sunset a two season order – taking it through seasons six and seven and ordered a slate of new property, real estate and renovation shows. Production on season six of high-end real estate series Selling Sunset, which follows the likes of […]

by Deadline

What’s on TV This Week: ‘Superman & Lois,’ ‘Farrow v. Allen’ and more

SUNDAY It’s case closed on the finale of the Victorian-era mystery drama “Miss Scarlet and the Duke” on “Masterpiece.” With Kate Phillips and Stuart Martin. 8 p.m. KOCE Systemic racism, police brutality and other issues affecting the Africa American community are explored in the current-events series “Boiling Point” and “Disrupt & Dismantle.” 8 and 9 p.m. BET The documentary “The Vaccine: Conquering Covid” spotlights the […]

by Los Angeles Times

Tim Allen and Richard Karn Talk Reuniting After ‘Home Improvement’ for ‘Assembly Required’

Tim Allen and Richard Karn are reuniting again 30 years after their “Home Improvement” days for the History Channel’s forthcoming unscripted competition series “Assembly Required,” but don’t expect sitcom shenanigans while watching. Instead, the duo will lean into their real-life friendship and tried-and-true on-screen chemistry for a “kind of a live version of ‘Tool Time,’” Allen explained, while […]

by Variety

Food Network to plate “The Cupcake Guys Training Camp” with ex-NFLers

Discovery-owned Food Network is set to profile former NFL players linebacker Brian “Rak” Orakpo and safety Michael “Griff” Griffin as they step off of the grid iron and into the kitchen in The Cupcake Guys Training Camp. Produced by Michael Strahan’s SMAC Entertainment, Spoke Studios, ITV America and The Story Lab, the hour-long documentary special will […]

by Realscreen

Adam Levine Signs Overall Deal With Wheelhouse Entertainment (Exclusive)

The Maroon 5 frontman’s 222 Productions has most notably launched ‘Songland’ on NBC. Adam Levine is doubling down on his producorial pursuits, signing an exclusive overall deal with Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse Entertainment — one that will see the Maroon 5 frontman and his 222 Productions feeding both scripted and unscripted content for all platforms. The […]

by The Hollywood Reporter

Tim Allen, Richard Karn Reunite for Building Competition Series ‘Assembly Required’ at History

There’s a “Home Improvement” reunion on the cards at History. The network has issued a 10-episode order for an unscripted series called “Assembly Required” (working title) which will star Tim Allen and be hosted by Richard Karn. “Assembly Required” is described as a competition series which is sounding the call for those with a can-do attitude to take back […]

by Variety

Tim Allen To Construct Building Format For History As A+E Networks Looks To Refresh Long-Running Formats

Home Improvement star Tim Allen is to star in and exec produce a non-scripted building series for History. The actor who played Tool Time star Tim Taylor on the ABC sitcom for eight seasons, will be joined by his Home Improvement co-star Richard Karn in Assembly Required(w/t). The ten-part series will spotlight the best and brightest builders from across the country, at their […]

by Deadline

Tim Allen to Reunite With ‘Home Improvement’ Co-Star Richard Karn for ‘Assembly Required’ Competition Series at History

Tim Allen is reuniting with his “Tool Time” co-star Richard Karn for a new home builder competition series at History, the network announced Tuesday. The 10-episode series, tentatively titled “Assembly Required,” will “spotlight the best and brightest builders from across the country, at their home workshops, as they compete to breathe new life into everyday […]

by The Wrap

I Want My DTC TV? Shopify Debuts Reality TV Show

Shopify has been on a roll, with its business of powering retailer websites expanding during the coronavirus crisis — and its market cap up 148% since the start of the year. Now, in an unusual move, the e-commerce platform has ambitions to break into TV. On Aug. 18, Shopify’s production arm Shopify Studios will debut […]

by Digiday

Disney+ Sets September Debut for Celebrity-Focused Docuseries “Becoming”

Disney+, the streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, has scheduled a mid-September premiere date for the star-studded docuseries Becoming, from executive producer LeBron James. The previously announced cinéma verité series will spotlight the career origins of various world-class entertainers, musicians and athletes with each episode following a famous face as they tour the locations central to their upbringing. […]

by RealScreen

“I Quit”: Discovery Sets Business Format With New Model From Shopify Studios & Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios

EXCLUSIVE: Discovery Channel is launching new business format I Quit, with a slew of entrepreneurs risking it by giving up their jobs to follow their passions. However, the business model behind the show, which launches Tuesday August 18, may be the real point of interest for producers. The show comes from Shopify Studios, the television production and financing arm […]

by Deadline

Eric Wattenberg boards Wheelhouse as chief content officer

Veteran CAA agent Eric Wattenberg has joined Brent Montgomery’s media, marketing and investment company Wheelhouse Group as chief content officer. Wattenberg (pictured) will work across the entire Wheelhouse group, including packaging long- and short-form TV and digital/streaming series, and advancing scripted and feature projects. He will additionally work with the industry’s major agencies and management companies to […]

by RealScreen

CAA’s Eric Wattenberg Joins Wheelhouse Group as Chief Content Officer

Eric Wattenberg, longtime CAA agent and co-head of its alternative television department, has joined producer Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse Group as chief content officer. Wattenberg will spearhead content development across Wheelhouse’s TV, film and digital operations, as well as its Wheelhouse Labs branded entertainment wing. The deal is a coup for the company, launched by “Pawn Stars” creator Montgomery […]

by Variety

CAA’s Co-Head of Alternative Television Eric Wattenberg to Join Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse Group as Chief Content Officer

Longtime CAA agent Eric Wattenberg is set to leave the agency after ten years to join Wheelhouse Group. Wattenberg, who was Co-Head of Alternative Television at CAA, becomes Chief Content Officer at Brent Montgomery’s media, marketing and investment company. He will run all of the company’s entertainment endeavors, packaging long and short-form TV and streaming series, advancing scripted and feature […]

by Deadline

Zachary Quinto’s Before the Door Pictures Inks Deals With AMC & Spoke Studios, Taps Steve Baker As Head Of Production

Zachary Quinto’s production company Before the Door Pictures is ramping up operations, signing first-look deals with AMC for scripted projects and with Spoke Studios, the production arm of Brent Montgomery’s Wheelhouse Entertainment, for unscripted fare. Additionally, Before the Door Pictures has hired Steve Baker, former VP in HBO Series Programming, as Head of Production, and has […]

by Deadline

LeBron James-Produced Docuseries ‘Becoming’ Ordered by Disney+ (Exclusive)

Disney+ is teaming with LeBron James on a docuseries that spotlights the upbringing for athletes and celebrities, “Becoming,” TheWrap has learned exclusively. “Becoming” is a documentary series which chronicles the origin stories of world-class entertainers, musicians and athletes. Each episode takes a different celebrity back to their hometown for an inspiring look at how they […]

by The Wrap

Andy King, Breakout Star of Fyre Festival Documentary, Strikes Talent Deal with Spoke Studios & Shops TV Project

Andy King, the breakout star of Netflix’s Fyre Festival documentary, who was willing to “do whatever it took” to make the weekend happen, is set to front his own TV project after striking a talent deal with Spoke Studios. King, who is a high-profile event producer outside of his work with Billy McFarland’s chaotic con-fest, has been a […]

by Deadline

Discovery Orders Series ‘River of No Return,’ Where It’s Homesteaders vs Idaho Wilderness (Exclusive)

Discovery has greenlit a new series, “River of No Return” — and by the sound of it, it’s not going to be your average camping trip. The series follows a small community of people who live in Idaho’s remote Frank Church Wilderness, where the only way in or out is by plane — or, for […]

by The Wrap

Brent Montgomery Sets Leadership For New Production Company Spoke Studio

Former ITV America CEO Brent Montgomery has set the top executive team for Spoke Studios, the production label for his recently announced Wheelhouse Entertainment. Will Nothacker and Joe Weinstock have been named co-presidents of Spoke Studios and will partner in running the company from Spoke Studios’ East and West Coast offices. Also joining Spoke Studios are Vice President […]

by Variety

Original Documentary Special DETROIT: COMEBACK CITY to Premiere on The History Channel July 1

HISTORY® presents an original documentary special, “Detroit: Comeback City,” which recounts the saga of the rise, fall and rebirth of Detroit through the iconic Michigan Central Station. The special premieres Sunday, July 1 at 9pm ET/PT. Narrated by Academy Award®-winner and Detroit native JK Simmons, the film chronicles how Detroit went from the engine of […]

by Broadway World

Spoke taps ITV America execs

Spoke Studios, the first production label from former ITV America CEO Brent Montgomery’s new company Wheelhouse Entertainment, has appointed two former ITV America execs. Will Nothacker and Joe Weinstock have been named Spoke Studios’ co-presidents, running the factual-focused company from its New York and Los Angeles offices respectively. Nothacker was previously creative director at ITV […]

by C21 Media

Brent Montgomery Sets Leadership For New Production Company Spoke Studios

Former ITV America CEO Brent Montgomery has set the top executive team for Spoke Studios, the production label for his recently announced Wheelhouse Entertainment. Will Nothacker and Joe Weinstock have been named co-presidents of Spoke Studios and will partner in running the company from Spoke Studios’ East and West Coast offices. Also joining Spoke Studios are Vice President of […]

by Deadline

Brent Montgomery Sets Leadership For New Production Company Spoke Studios

Former ITV America CEO Brent Montgomery has set the top executive team for Spoke Studios, the production label for his recently announced Wheelhouse Entertainment. Will Nothacker and Joe Weinstock have been named co-presidents of Spoke Studios and will partner in running the company from Spoke Studios’ East and West Coast offices. Also joining Spoke Studios are Vice President […]

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