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KTG CONTENT STRATEGY updated: 3/23/18

PRIMETIME PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS – NBC 2017-2018 SEASON ***Descriptions courtesy of NBC*** Watch NBC clips here…..http://www.nbc.com/shows/upcoming

BRAVE, THE (Drama) (Monday, 10-11PM) A fresh, heart-pounding journey into the complex world of America’s elite undercover military heroes. While D.I.A. Deputy Director Patricia Campbell (Anne Heche) and her team of analysts wield the world’s most advanced surveillance technology from Washington, D.C., Adam Dalton and his heroic Special Ops squad of highly trained undercover specialists use their unbreakable bond and commitment to freedom to save lives of innocent people and execute missions in some of the most dangerous places in the world. Cast: Anne Heche, Mike Vogel, Sofia Pernas, Tate Ellington, Natacha Karam, Demetrius Grosse, Noah Mills, Hadi Tabbal Executive Producers: Dean Georgaris, Brad Anderson, Avi Nir, Alon Shtruzman, Peter Traugott, Rachel Kaplan Universal Television and Keshet Studios

LAW & ORDER TRUE CRIME: THE MENENDEZ MURDERS (Drama) (Tuesday, 10- 11PM) (8 episodes) This new eight-episode true-crime installment of the powerhouse “Law & Order” franchise delivers a gripping in-depth dramatization of the notorious murder case that changed America forever. When the Menendez brothers were tried on national TV for brutally killing their parents in Beverly Hills, their story became a national obsession. Now, the first edition of this anthology series delves into the players, the crime and the media circus, detailing the day-to-day battles of the trial and unveiling the shocking truth of what really went down when the cameras stopped rolling. Cast: Edie Falco Executive Producers: Rene Balcer, Lesli Linka Glatter, Dick Wolf, Peter Jankowski, Arthur W. Forney Universal Television and Wolf Films

WILL & GRACE (Comedy) (Thursday, 9-9;30PM) A decade after their unforgettable eight-season run, comedy’s most fabulous foursome is back. Debra Messing, Eric McCormack, Sean Hayes and Megan Mullally reprise their infamous roles as Will, Grace, Jack and Karen in this exclusive 12-episode event. The legendary James Burrows, director of every original “Will & Grace” episode, returns along with a slew of razor-sharp jabs and dirty martinis. Behold once again, from the minds of Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, TV’s wittiest ensemble ever. Cast: Debra Messing, Eric McCormack, Sean Hayes, Megan Mullally Executive Producers: Alex Herschlag, Tracy Poust, Jon Kinnally, James Burrows Universal Television

KTG CONTENT STRATEGY PRIMETIME PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS – NBC 2017-2018 SEASON

MID-SEASON SERIES

ELLEN’S GAME OF GAMES (Alternative) (Tuesday, 8-9PM) Featuring super-sized versions of some of the most beloved games from “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” as well as new ones, contestants will be pulled from the studio audience to maneuver massive obstacles while answering trivia questions, all under the pressure of Ellen’s mischievous and hilarious antics. With DeGeneres’ witty and comedic sensibility plus fun-filled games, each episode is sure to entertain the entire family and deliver lots of laughs. One lucky contestant will get the chance to win the grand prize, but everyone will have a blast! Host: Ellen DeGeneres Executive Producers: Ellen DeGeneres, Jeff Kleeman, Ed Glavin, Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner, Kevin Leman, David A. Hurwitz Warner Horizon Unscripted in association with A Very Good Production and Telepictures

GOOD GIRLS (Drama) (Monday, 10-11PM) When three suburban moms get tired of trying to make ends meet, they decide it’s time to stick up for themselves by robbing the local supermarket at gunpoint. But when the manager catches a glimpse of one of them and the loot is far more than they expected, it doesn’t take long for the three best friends to realize the perfect getaway will be harder than they think. Cast: Christina Hendricks, Retta, Mae Whitman, Reno Wilson, Manny Montana, Lidya Jewett, Izzy Stannard, Matthew Lillard Executive Producers: Jenna Bans, Dean Parisot Universal Television

SPRING SERIES

A.P. BIO (Drama) (Thursday, 9:30-10PM) When a philosophy scholar loses out on his dream job and goes to work as a high school Advanced Placement biology teacher, he makes it clear he will not be teaching any biology. Realizing he has a room full of honor roll students at his disposal, he decides instead to use the kids to his own benefit. Cast: Glenn Howerton, Patton Oswalt, Lyric Lewis, Mary Sohn, Aparna Brielle, Jacob McCarthy, Nick Peine, guest star Vanessa Bayer Executive Producers: Mike O’Brien, Lorne Michaels, Seth Meyers, Andrew Singer, Mike Shoemaker Universal Television, Broadway Video and Sethmaker Shoemeyers Productions

CHAMPIONS (Comedy) (Thursday, 8:30-9PM) Vince, a charismatic gym owner with no ambition, lives with his younger brother Michael, a gorgeous idiot. Their simple life of women and working out is put on hold when the teenage son of Vince is dropped off on their doorstep by Priya (Mindy Kaling), one of his old high school flings. Cast: Anders Holm, Andy Favreau, J.J. Totah, Mouzam Makkar, Nina Wadia, guest star Mindy Kaling Executive Producers: Charlie Grandy, Mindy Kaling, Michael Alan Spiller, Howard Klein Universal Television, 3 Arts Entertainment, Eyes Up Productions, Kaling International

GENIUS JUNIOR (Alternative) (Sunday, 9-10PM) An exciting new game show that celebrates the smartest kids in America. These talented “genius juniors” will team up to take on mind-blowing tests of logic, math, memory, spelling and more. Through escalating rounds, they will be tested in each area of the brain, culminating in an ultimate challenge to be crowned the smartest and brightest. The winning team will take home a life-changing prize — setting the stage for a big, bright future ahead. Host: Neil Patrick Harris Executive Producers: Neil Patrick Harris, Pam Healey, John Hesling, Phil Parsons, Ed Egan Shed Media in association with Prediction Productions

RISE (Drama) (Tuesday, 9-10PM) When dedicated teacher and family man Lou Mazzuchelli sheds his own self-doubt and takes over the school’s lackluster theater department, he galvanizes not only the faculty and students but the entire working-class town. Inspired by a true story. Cast: Josh Radnor, Rosie Perez, Marley Shelton, Auli’i Cravalho, Damon J. Gillespie, Amy Forsyth, Rarmian Newton, Ted Sutherland, Casey Johnson, Taylor Richardson, Joe Tippett, Shirley Rumierk Executive Producers: Jason Katims, Mike Cahill, Michelle Lee, Jeffrey Seller, Flody Suarez Universal Television, True Jack Productions and Seller Suarez Productions

SUMMER SERIES

MAKING IT (Alternative) (Tuesday, 10-11PM) A lighthearted competition celebrating the creativity and craftiness in all of us. Each week, eight amateur makers will take on a series of projects they must complete in their own unique way. As the competition escalates, the amateurs will be challenged to master progressively difficult skills, culminating in a final craft-off between the most creative and tenacious contestants. Shot in a serene outdoor setting, this friendly competition will focus on the character and camaraderie of DIY culture. Cast: Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman Executive Producers: Amy Poehler, Brooke Posch, Nicolle Yaron, Nick Offerman, Dave Becky, Anthony Dominici Universal Television Alternative Studio in association with Paper Kite Productions

UPCOMING SERIES

AWESOME SHOW, THE (Alternative) A new series that will showcase the groundbreaking scientific and technological advances that are shaping the future, as well as celebrate the pioneers and communities at the forefront of this golden age of unprecedented discovery, innovation and opportunity. Each episode of “The Awesome Show” will be a rollercoaster ride through the world of innovation as told by the people who are shaping it and whose lives are affected by it. The series will highlight stories of revolutionary scientific and technological advances and will marvel at mankind’s tremendous feats, both now and in the future. Cast: TBA Executive Producers: Mark Burnett, Chris Hardwick, Alex Murray Universal Television Alternative Studio in assoc. with Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Fish Ladder

REVERIE (Drama) A former hostage negotiator and expert on human behavior who became a college professor after facing an unimaginable personal tragedy. But when she’s brought in to save ordinary people who have lost themselves in a highly advanced virtual-reality program in which you can literally live your dreams, she finds that in saving others, she may actually have discovered a way to save herself. Cast: Sarah Shahi, Dennis Haysbert, Jessica Lu, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Kathryn Morris Executive Producers: Mickey Fisher, Jaume Collet-Serra, Brooklyn Weaver, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Tom Szentgyorgyi Universal Television, Amblin Television