R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.

Latest articles by R. Thomas Umstead

'Lady In The Lake'

‘Lady in the Lake’ Launches on Apple TV Plus; Final Season of Netflix's 'Cobra Kai' Debuts: What’s Premiering This Week (July 15-21)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A listing of original new and returning series, movies and documentaries debuting this week on streaming and cable services

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Shannen Doherty attends the 9th Annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 05, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California

‘Charmed,’ ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Actress Shannen Doherty Dies

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Actress succumbs to cancer at 53

Fates & Fortunes
Shogun on FX

FX’s ‘Shōgun’ Leads TCA Awards Winners

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Max’s ‘Hacks’ garners multiple wins

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England captain Harry Kane celebrates with his trademark jump after scoring the first England goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA EURO 2024 semi-final match between Netherlands and England

UEFA Euro 2024, Copa America, Wimbledon Finals: What’s on This Weekend in TV Sports (July 13-14)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A look at the weekend's top TV sports events on broadcast, cable and streaming services

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Starz's 'Fat Joe Talks'

Starz Taps Music Artist Fat Joe for New Talk Show

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Network also greenlights ‘Sweetpea’ drama series

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Hallmark Media sign in Studio City, Calif.

Hallmark Media To Launch New Streaming Service in September

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Hallmark Plus to replace Hallmark Movies Now

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F

Horowitz: Black Viewers Gravitate To Platforms That Offer Culturally Relevant Content

By R. Thomas Umstead published

SVOD services, FAST channels establish strong foothold in Black households

Programming
The Old Man

FX Will Premiere ‘The Old Man’ Season 2, ‘American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez‘ in September

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Comedy ‘English Teacher,’ docuseries ‘Social Studies’ will also debut that month

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Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States is defended by Jose María Gimenez #2 of Uruguay during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on July 01, 2024

Weekly Cable Ratings: Fox News, FS1 Generate Ratings Fireworks Over July 4 Holiday

By R. Thomas Umstead published

News channel wins fifth straight primetime crown; FS1’s Copa America 2024 tournament coverage propels network to second place

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Aldis Hodge (R) stars in 'Cross'

Prime Video To Launch Crime Drama ‘Cross’ on Nov. 14

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Aldis Hodge stars in series based on James Patterson detective novels

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Agatha All Along

Marvel, Disney Plus Drop Halloween-Themed Trailer for ‘Agatha All Along’

By R. Thomas Umstead published

`WandaVision’ spinoff show debuts September 18

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'Sunny'

‘Sunny’ Starts on Apple TV Plus; MGM Plus Debuts ‘Emperor of Ocean Park’: What’s Premiering This Week (July 8-14)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A listing of original new and returning series, movies and documentaries debuting this week on streaming and cable services

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Belly of the Beast: Bigger and Bloodier

Discovery’s ‘Shark Week’ Back in the Swim With Host John Cena, 20 Hours of Content

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Tentpole nautical programming stunt starts July 7

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Iga Swiatek in action at Wimbledon 2024

Wimbledon Tournament Coverage: What’s On This Weekend in TV Sports (July 6-7)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A look at the weekend's top TV sports events on broadcast, cable and streaming services

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US President Joe Biden, right, and former US President Donald Trump during the first presidential debate in Atlanta, Georgia, US, on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

Weekly Cable Ratings: CNN’s Biden-Trump Debate Propels News Networks in Primetime

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Fox News crushes competition in total day

Programming
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest

ESPN To Roll Out July 4 Hot Dog Eating Contest Without Champion Joey Chestnut

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Defending men’s champion banned from annual contest

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(From l:) Bria Murphy as Officer Renee Minnick and Eddie Murphy as Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.

‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ Hits Small Screen: What’s Premiering This Week (July 1-7)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A listing of original new and returning series, movies and documentaries debuting this week on streaming and cable services

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Trigger Warning

Netflix Tops Among ‘Must-Keep’ TV Brands for Fifth-Straight Year

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Streamer tops ABC, Prime Video, CBS in SRG consumer survey

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Alex Pereira of Brazil punches Jiri Prochazka of the Czech Republic in the UFC light heavyweight championship fight during the 2023 UFC 295 event

UEFA Euro 2024 Action, 'UFC 303' PPV Event: What’s On This Weekend in TV Sports (June 29-30)

By R. Thomas Umstead published

A look at the weekend's top TV sports events on broadcast, cable and streaming services

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'George: Rise of a Revolutionary'

Kelsey Grammer to Host Fox Nation Docudrama on George Washington

By R. Thomas Umstead published

‘George: Rise of a Revolutionary’ to debut July 1

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'Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire'

‘Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire’ Crashes Max on Independence Day

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Latest Legendary Entertainment ‘Monsterverse’ film debuts on streaming service July 4

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AMC's 'Interview With The Vampire'

AMC Renews ‘Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire’ Ahead of Season 2 Finale

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Sophomore campaign concludes June 30

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Greg Gutfeld, host of Gutfeld! on Fox News

Weekly Cable Ratings: Fox News Three-Peats Atop Primetime

By R. Thomas Umstead published

News network also extends its total-day winning streak

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Jesse Owens

Running for the Gold: History Channel Revisits Jesse Owens' Olympics Triumph in New Documentary

By R. Thomas Umstead published

'Jesse Owens and the Berlin Olympics' director Andre Gaines says sprinter's 1936 Germany Olympics achievements remain relevant today

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Key art for HBO’s ‘Lanterns’

HBO To Develop Green Lantern Series

By R. Thomas Umstead published

Chris Mundy to helm DC Studios-produced ‘Lanterns’

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