‘Big Brother,’ ‘Zoo’ Score New Season Pick Ups at CBS
TCA 2016: Reality series will air through at least 2018, while James Patterson drama gets a third season
Joe Otterson | August 10, 2016 @ 9:14 AM
Last Updated: August 10, 2016 @ 9:55 AM
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Both “Big Brother” and “Zoo” have been renewed for new seasons at CBS, network president Glenn Geller announced on Wednesday at the Television Critics Association summer press tour.
“Big Brother,” one of the top-rated summer series on the air today, got renewed for two seasons, meaning the show will air through at least 2018.
Since it premiered on CBS in the summer of 2000, the show has consistently finished among the summer’s top-rated series in young demographics. So far this summer, all three weekly broadcasts of “Big Brother” rank among the top 10 programs in adults 18-49.
In addition, since its premiere, the current season of “Big Brother” is the most social series on TV, according to Nielsen Social, and total streams across digital platforms are up 33 percent over last year.
It is produced by Emmy Award-winning producer Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan for Fly on the Wall Entertainment, in association with Endemol Shine North America.
“Zoo,” based on the No. 1 bestseller by James Patterson, is a global thriller about a wave of violent animal attacks against humans across the planet. It is produced by CBS Television Studios. Jeff Pinkner, Josh Appelbaum, Andre Nemec, Scott Rosenberg, Michael Katleman, James Mangold, Cathy Konrad, James Patterson, Bill Robinson, Leopoldo Gout and Steve Bowen are executive producers.
'Big Brother' Season 18 Houseguests Ranked (Photos)
CBS has finally released the cast bios for 12 of the 16 houseguests for Season 18 of "Big Brother," providing plenty of information for us to prematurely speculate about who will be swiftly eliminated and who will make it to the end.
Natalie asserts in her bio that "women suck at this game." That's factually incorrect, and makes her plan to align herself with women extremely confusing.
As a likely physical threat, Victor might be able to make it on his strength in challenges alone. But on the other hand, he describes his strategy as "I’m not entirely sure what I will do," which does not bode well.
Paul describes himself as "sneaky" and "observant," two traits that could definitely come in handy if his plan to start "jam sessions" with his housemates doesn't immediately backfire.
Jozea seems to have the social skills to do well, and his plan to use "love and caring" for other houseguests is a good one. But he also picked Frankie Grande as his favorite player, and Frankie Grande was the worst.
Bronte wants to be known as the "girl-version of Derrick," the winner of Season 16. Given how he completely dominated his season, that's a tall bar to clear, but points for ambition.
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Glenn Garcia, 50 Occupation: Dog groomer/former police detective
Older contestants typically find themselves at a disadvantage on "Big Brother," but if he's able to play the right social game, Glenn's past as a police detective will definitely be an asset.
The older brother of Cody Calafiore, who managed a second-place finish on Season 16, Paulie seems to be counting on the hope that "Big Brother" success runs in the family.
Zakiyah's job as a preschool teacher suggests vast amounts of patience, which should come in handy when the other houseguests start acting like children.
The token "Big Brother" super-fan, Michelle's plan to take on punishments and stir up a showmance to make herself look weak is solid. At the very least, it's good TV.
His job as a baseball coach suggests Corey's a natural leader, which could come in handy in the "Big Brother" house, and his strategy of being a "floater" might just be a winning one.
As long as Tiffany can avoid crying as much as her sister Vanessa did on Season 17, she might be able to do better than third place.
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CBS reality show’s 18th season premieres June 22
CBS has finally released the cast bios for 12 of the 16 houseguests for Season 18 of "Big Brother," providing plenty of information for us to prematurely speculate about who will be swiftly eliminated and who will make it to the end.