Hallmark is set to continue its domination over holiday movie TV ratings with its forthcoming addition ‘Trading Up Christmas.’

Starring Michael Xavier and Italia Ricci, the film tells the story of a woman who hatches a creative plan to help her desperate sister find a new home in time for Christmas – a scheme that starts with an unexpected trade but ends with unexpected romance.

Lined with familiar faces like Sarah Cleveland, Taylor Love, Paul Popowich, Christopher Seivright, and more, the Bradley Walsh-directed flick flies to Hallmark on December 19 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

Ahead of its arrival, see the official trailer inside.

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‘Mufasa: The King’ roars into theaters on December 20 and promises to add a compelling new chapter to the beloved ‘Lion King’ narrative and franchise.

Aaron Pierre leads in the titular role and stars alongside Kelvin Harrison Jr. (who takes on the role of Taka/Scar).

Directed by Barry Jenkins, the live-action blockbuster serves as the prequel to 2019’s billion-dollar grossing ‘The Lion King.’

That Grape Juice’s Maya Egbo sat down with Pierre and Harrison Jr., who opened up in earnest about their brotherhood on and off-screen, the process of piecing together the epic film, Beyonce and Blue Ivy‘s involvement in the movie, and representation.

Watch the EXCLUSIVE interview above.

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The ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ are back!

Gone are the days when the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s eighth season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix and stirring up must-see TV.

Newcomers Keiarna Stewart and Stacey Rusch have joined the ladies as full-time flute holders and cause an instant splash.

With the twists and turns already underway, check out a preview of episode 12 of season 9 below…

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‘Married to Medicine’ is back for season 11 and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This installment is already making for addictive viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, Quad Webb, and Toya Bush-Harris are all back on board.

‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ alum Phaedra Parks also returns as well as Lateasha Lunceford (Sweeet Tea) – the new wife of Dr. Gregory Lunceford, Quad’s ex-husband!

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married to Medicine’ episode 5 / season 11 below…

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Phaedra Parks is no stranger to controversy and it looks like she’s embroiled in more of exactly that.

This time with her ‘Married to Medicine’ co-star Quad Webb.

For, during an interview to promote season 11 of the hit Bravo show, the fan favorite alleged that Parks attempted to have her fired.

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Jamie Foxx was reportedly involved in a fiery fight in Los Angeles last night (December 13).

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Paula Abdul sexual assault and gender violence lawsuit against TV executive Nigel Lythgoe.

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Following her highly publicized drama of 2023, Tiffany Haddish has kept a relatively low profile in 2024 – a period marked by the EMMY and GRAMMY winner returning to her routes by hitting the standup comedy circuit in modest shows across the U.S.

Upping the scale for 2025, the comedienne is ready to bring the laughs to a stage near you via the official ‘Funny & Fearless Tour.’

Slated for kickoff in Kansas on February 20, the stateside jaunt will see her tackle major U.S. markets like Houston, Tampa, Charleston, San Antonio, and more before wrapping up in North Dakota on May 10.

Hop inside to see the full tour itinerary.

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BET+, Hallmark, and Lifetime aren’t the only leaders in annual holiday cinema! If you need proof, just check out the trailer for the original OWN movie ‘Mistletoe & Matrimony.’

Starring Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut and Etienne Maurice, the festive film – one of three the network is premiering this yuletide season – tells the tale of a wedding planner whose plans for her sister’s last-minute Christmas Eve wedding almost get derailed after her own ex-fiance unexpectedly shows up on the scene.

Directed by Rhonda Baraka, ‘Matrimony’ is set to march down to TV screens on Saturday (December 14).

Ahead of its premiere, check out the official trailer inside.

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Jackee Harry has already raised the ratings roof for Lifetime aboard their 2024 holiday movie ‘Make or Bake Christmas,’ but now the seasoned actress is bringing her signature brand of spice to BET+ for their yuletide-flavored film ‘Too Many Christmases.’

Harry supports a cast led by Valarie Pettiford, Denzel Whitaker, and Porscha Coleman.

The latest in a slew of highly anticipated efforts the streamer has released as part of their holiday movie slate this year, ‘Christmases’ tells the tale of newlyweds (portrayed by Whitaker and Coleman) who are attempting to navigate their first Christmas as a married couple while maneuvering around the hilarious and often confusing complexities of their separate families’ traditions.

Ahead of the Kenny Young-directed flick’s premiere on December 12, see the official trailer inside.

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The ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ are back!

Gone are the days when the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s eighth season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix and stirring up must-see TV.

Newcomers Keiarna Stewart and Stacey Rusch have joined the ladies as full-time flute holders and cause an instant splash.

With the twists and turns already underway, check out a preview of episode 11 of season 9 below…

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Jamie Foxx has opened up about the “mystery illness” that brought him to the brink of death.

The multihyphenate entertainer returns to his standup roots in his new Netflix special, ‘What Had Happened Was…’ – which premiered today (December 10).

And, aptly, he seized the moment to unpack…“what had happened” during the April 2023 health scare.

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