New Show Studios and SFM Entertainment work together to help everyday people with ideas for new TV shows, movies and webisodes.

New Show Studios’ proprietary method of developing new show concepts, mixed with of SFM’s access to some of the industry’s biggest decision makers (over the last 40 years) is new to the industry.  In its catalog of samples of programming, SFM Entertainment offers more than 100 films, TV series, documentaries and specials for people of all ages and interests. 

One of the company’s featured programs is Inventionland.  It is a reality television special that aired on December 24, 2011.  It starred Davison founder and CEO George Davison.  The television special showcased the realities of inventing in today’s world.  It featured three inventors, Milton Branch, Curt Whiteside and Jason Ramsey, who each developed products that hit shelves.  However, before they hit the shelves, they were tested at Inventionland by Davison and his development team. 

The television special was aired on the History Channel and shot in numerous settings, including a NASCAR auto shop.  SFM Entertainment helped produce and develop this television special that showcased America’s largest invention factory.            

New Show Studios realizes that background research, show sample production and network connections are extremely important, and that is one of the biggest reasons for their relationship with SFM Entertainment.  Since joining forces, New Show Studios has created a state-of-the-art production facility where it is producing professional, high quality show concept packages to present to entertainment companies.  New Show Studios is currently looking for ideas for new TV shows, movies or webisodes.

If you have an idea for a new TV show, movie or webisode, submit your idea here.

New Show Studios and SFM Entertainment work together to help everyday people with ideas for new TV shows, movies and webisodes.

New Show Studios’ proprietary method of developing new show concepts, mixed with of SFM’s access to some of the industry’s biggest decision makers (over the last 40 years) is new to the industry.  In its catalog of samples of programming, SFM Entertainment offers more than 100 films, TV series, documentaries and specials for people of all ages and interests. 

One of SFM’s featured programs is Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In. The variety show provided people with memorable sayings such as “very interesting,” “sock it to me,” and “ring my chimes.” Comedy sketches, punch-lines and gags were put together to create the show.  It opened the doors for actresses like Goldie Hawn and Eileen Brennan and was an influence to all variety shows you see on TV today.  

The show originally aired as a one-time special in 1967 and was such a success that it came back as a series to replace another show on NBC.  It ran for six seasons with 140 episodes and was nominated for numerous awards, including six Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards.  SFM Entertainment contributed to the release of The Best of Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, which is currently available on DVD.   

New Show Studios realizes that background research, show sample production and network connections are extremely important, and that is one of the biggest reasons for their relationship with SFM Entertainment.  Since joining forces, New Show Studios has created a state-of-the-art production facility where it is producing professional, high quality show concept packages to present to entertainment companies.  New Show Studios is currently looking for ideas for new TV shows, movies or webisodes.

If you have an idea for a new TV show, movie or webisode, submit your idea here.

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Dancing with the Stars is a highly entertaining reality dance competition that airs on ABC in the fall and again in the spring. Now in its 15th season, Emmy-winning host Tom Bergeron and co-host Brooke Burke Charvet, along with the dancers, continue to delight their fans and hold on to the show’s consistently high ratings. The competition part of the show airs Monday nights followed by the emotionally charged elimination show on Tuesday nights.

Dancing with the Stars pairs celebrities with professional dancers who nurture their celebrity partners to their peak dancing potential, the goal being to win the competition and take home the prized mirror ball trophy. During a typical week, each dancing pair competes Monday night in one or more dance routines. They are then awarded points by the three judges - the charming Carrie Ann Inaba, the chronically crabby Len Goodman and the highly excitable Bruno Tonioli. After each competition, the judges remind the fans to vote for their favorites as many seasons have had some unexpected surprises and upsets, with pairs ranked high by the judges going home prematurely because complacent fans failed to cast their votes.

Following the show, fans have several hours to vote. The judges’ points and the fans’ votes are combined to determine the pair ranking. The bottom three pairs are placed “in jeopardy.” After some tense moments, two of the three pairs are told they will be staying. The unfortunate bottom pair is sent home amid hugs and tears from the remaining competitors.

Each season starts with 13 pairs of dancers. Celebrities have included actors, athletes, comedians, singers and some who have become celebrities simply for who they are like Bristol Palin, daughter of Sarah Palin, ex-VP candidate and Chaz Bono, who made his appearance season 13 as the transgendered Chastity Bono. While neither Bristol nor Chaz were the best dancers, they both developed fan bases that kept them in the competition longer than other more skilled competitors.

This fall Dancing with the Stars is celebrating its 15th season with its first “All Stars” celebrity returns. Winners and fan favorites from past seasons have been invited back to compete once again. Returnees included blonde bombshell Pamela Anderson, who was booted off the first week and ‘N Sync’s Joey Fatone, also voted off early. Some of the other returnees include former Olympians Apolo Anton Ono and Shawn Johnson, fan favorites Kirstie Alley and Bristol Palin, NFL football great Emmitt Smith and Kelly Monaco from General Hospital who was also the show's first-season winner. Most seasons include a token sexy male celebrity. This season's token is the smooth dancing, dreamy actor Gilles Marini.

The professional dancers include regulars like the lovely Cheryl Burke and Anna Trebunskaya, the sizzling Chmerkovskiy brothers and the super talented Derek Hough, who not only bring their professional skills to the competition but also some fun and flair. The often petulant, abs-endowed Maks Chmerkovskiy has the reputation for arguing with the judges while also taking his shirt off at every opportunity.

In addition to the celebrity stars, Dancing with the Stars also invites many special guests to the show throughout the season. This season we’ve already seen Paula Abdul return as a guest judge, Justin Bieber and Pitbull perform, reknown tenor Placido Domingo sing a duet with the multi-talented Katherine Jenkins, who was last season’s runner-up. Past guests have included such biggies as KISS and Adele. Overall, Dancing with the Stars is a jam-packed show filled with some spectacular and some not-so-spectacular dancing, loads of talent, some occasional drama and many hours of lively entertainment. Do you have a TV show, movie or webisode idea? Click here

_ Now that it's officially fall, new programming is finally coming to a television near you. For those of you who enjoy standard (and not so standard) procedurals, the 2012 -2013 season has quite a few new detective shows to choose from. What will be your favorite new show?

On the CW, Beauty and the Beast is a detective show with a supernatural twist. It's being billed as a remake of the 80s show of the same name, that starred Linda Hamilton and Ron Perlman. This version casts Kristin Kreuk as Beauty, a hard as nails New York homicide detective, who saw her parents murdered as a child. Filling the role of the Beast is Jay Ryan, who doesn't look all that beastly, but he is prone to uncontrollable violent outburst. He's also got a faily shady past that involves a stint in the military and some secret experiments, and now lives in the edge of society. In exchange for protecting his identity, the Beast supplies Beauty with vital information to her help solve cases.

CBS also has a remake this season, but it's about as different as you can get from Beauty and the Beast. This new show is called Elementary, and it's about none other than a modern Sherlock Holmes. The detective, played by Jonny Lee Miller, is a recovering addict and NYPD consultant. The big twist in this version? Dr. Watson is played by Lucy Liu, who becomes Holmes's sober companion. Of course, the duo go on to crack the hardest cases the NYPD can throw at them.

In the wake of The Closer's final season, TNT has added a spinoff, Major Crimes to its fall lineup. This new show will focus on Captain Sharon Raydor, played by Mary McDonnell, of the Major Crimes Division. When Brenda Leigh Johnson, played by Kyra Sedgewick, left at the end of Season 7, it was a shock to the deaprtment. Now, Captain Raydor is tasked with earning the trust of the LAPD's Major Crimes Department, the same people she once investigated. For those who were fans of The Closer, many of its stars are returning to Major Crimes.

New detective shows aren't just limited to American programming. BBC1 has recently launched its own reboot of Sherlock Holmes, simple titled Sherlock<, also in a modern setting. Nemesis, also on BBC1, is an eight part international espionage series written by X-Filesand Strike Back writer/producer Frank Spotnitz. BBC2 has added Line of Duty, a thriller about modern policing, to its lineup. It follows an anti-corruption movement as it investigates a popular officer.

Whether your tastes run toward remakes of established classics, spinoffs of successful series, or something completely new, there are several new detective shows to choose from his fall. Time will tell which of these will become classics.

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_ The new television season is always greeted with eager anticipation. The return of old favorites and the introduction of new shows serve to stimulate the interest of viewers. As the fall season begins in earnest, it is time to take a quick look at some of the season’s newest comedy offerings. Although the number of new comedies is limited due to the television industry’s profound interest in promoting reality programming, there are still a few offerings this fall that the viewing public might find intriguing.

Take, for instance, ABC’s new show, “The Neighbors.” The premise of the show is reminiscent of former television hits, “Alf” and “3rd Rock from the Sun,” in that it is based on a human family living in a neighborhood dominated by aliens but the comparison of this show with either of those highly creative shows stops there. “The Neighbors” is neither creative nor entertaining. The humor in this show is juvenile at best and the actors seem to be uncomfortable in their roles. The character development is poorly done and the outlook for this program becoming even a minor hit with viewers is minimal.

Fox Network’s new show, “Ben and Kate,” on the other hand shows real promise. This show is based on a more basic premise, a brother and sister, living together but is far better written and the two main characters, Ben, played by Nat Faxon, and Kate, played by Dakota Johnson, are well suited for their roles and seem to have a connection that allows the dialogue to work. There is nothing particularly complex about this comedy sitcom. It merely examines the basic human condition and points out how such condition is naturally humorous much in the way that led to the success of such programs as “Friends” and “Cheers.”

On another network, CBS, is a similar program based upon the relationship between a gay man and his best friend who is straight. This new show is produced and written by the creators of “Will and Grace” but in the early going it lacks the magical connection between the characters that “Will and Grace” enjoyed. The writers of this show have enjoyed phenomenal success so the show may improve as it progresses but in the early stages the dialogue is struggling.

The Fox Network may have another new hit in the form of the new show, “The Mindy Project.” This show is based primarily on a character that is a young female physician searching for her vision of an idealized romantic relationship. The humor is fashioned around this search and the turmoil and frustration involved therein. This show is well-written but owes a great deal of its early success to the personality and talents of the main character, Dr. Mindy Lahiri played by Mindy Kaling. Kaling not only plays the main character but is also responsible for producing and creating the program.

NBC enters the comedy mix with its new program, “The New Normal.” Again, there is a gay theme to this program as the show examines the relationship between a gay couple who decide to have a baby by using a surrogate. The humor generated by the relationship between the couple and those involved in their lives is inconsistent and the show seems to try too hard to establish the premise that there is no real normal. Like many sitcoms from television’s past, however, this program might just need some time to establish a following.

The new season has just begun and it is too early to determine which of the new shows will be successful and enjoy some staying power. If the history of television tells anything it is that early assessments of programs are not always accurate. “Friends,” “Cheers,” and “Seinfeld” all struggle early for viewers but seemed to ultimately do quite well. Perhaps some of this year’s new programs will do the same.

_ Bethenny Frankel can boast an impressive list of credits that includes founding a nutrition and lifestyle empire, penning several New York Times bestsellers and hosting a daytime talk show. But without her stints on reality television and the national attention it brought her, these accomplishments would not be possible. Prior to her time on television, however, she was just a fairly average American living her life in anonymity.

Bethenny experienced a troubled childhood. Her father, a horse trainer, took off when she was four, so her mother remarried another horse trainer. Together they raised the little girl, but it was an unstable environment, according to Bethenny, because of alcoholism and violent arguing that took place between her mother and stepfather. After graduating from New York University, she tried her hand at acting but never made much progress. She dabbled in some other arenas before attending culinary school and starting her own health conscious cookie company, BethannyBakes. The success of this business venture earned her a spot on the reality show The Apprentice: Martha Stewart which became a turning point in her life.

Bethenny made it to the finals of the reality show competition, and even though she lost, she secured an endorsement deal with Pepperidge Farm and a column in Health magazine. All of that exposure worked to her advantage because she was cast on the Bravo reality show The Real Housewives of New York City. Not only was the show a huge hit for the network, but it propelled her into the spotlight and afforded her the opportunity to take that spotlight and move on to even more lucrative deals including two spin-offs that focused solely on her and her fledgling family.

In the midst of all this, she launched her own brand called Skinnygirl which focuses on healthy lifestyles for women. Her first Skinnygirl book compiled healthy recipes, including the now famous Skinny Margarita. Several more books followed, and the favorable response to her collection of books eventually led to Skinnygirl cocktails becoming available for sale nationwide. Monetarily, this may be the greatest of her long list of profitable endeavors as the deal netted her many millions of dollars.

Bethenny's story is a testament to the influence of a reality show to change someone's life. She was given a national platform in which audiences could relate to her and feel a part of her tragedies and triumphs. She cultivated a fan base and created a personal brand with every appearance. Then she parlayed that popularity into becoming the mogul of an empire with built-in customers who felt like they knew her. She seized upon every opportunity that came along to create a bigger and better playing field for herself. Reality television certainly changed her reality.

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_ E! Entertainment struck gold when introducing the population to the Kardashian siblings via "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." The show brought America into the home of Bruce and Kris Jenner as it showcased family antics and the escapades of Kris' young adult socialite daughters from her first marriage.

Many speculate exactly how Kardashian sisters, Kim, Kourtney and Khloe, worked their way into the hearts of viewers. The Kardashian siblings' uncanny ability to self-promote is unparalleled by most reality show stars. Khloe Kardashian is no exception to this family rule.

As the second youngest of four Kardashian siblings, Khloe's rise to stardom came with the instant success of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." The hit E! series premiered on Oct. 14, 2007 to rave reviews, swiftly making the Kardashian clan household names.

Prior to the premier of the series, Khloe, Kim and Kourtney had employed their collective fashion savvy to open DASH, a high-end clothing boutique, in Calabasas, California. The dual success of DASH and "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," led to the series' first spin-off.

A DASH location opening in Miami was chronicled in the spin-off "Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami." The series premiered in August 2009 and featured the opening of the store along with the personal lives of Khloe and Kourtney.

The success of "Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami" and the opening of a second DASH boutique were not the only reasons for Khloe to rejoice in 2009. Khloe was afforded the ability to stand out on television, sans the family, in "The Celebrity Apprentice." Though the actress was the sixth contestant to be cut from the competition reality show, fans enjoyed seeing more of Khloe outside family endeavors.

Khloe's personal life flourished in 2009. On Sept. 27, 2009, Khloe married NBA player Lamar Odom. The public celebrated the couple's nuptials by tuning in to a two-hour televised event showcasing the elaborate wedding.

In 2010, Khloe, alongside her sisters, joined forces with Bebe to get their feet wet in fashion design. Though the relationship lasted less than a year, the sisters did not view it as a road block.

By the end of 2010, the reality show trio had partnered with at-home-shopping powerhouse QVC to create a signature line. Khloe, Kim and Kourtney created K-Dash, an affordable line of clothing inspired by the sisters' individual styles.

In April 2011, Khloe brought husband, Lamar Odom, to the ranks of reality show stardom. The couple co-starred in E! Entertainment's "Khloe and Lamar." This, the third spin-off of the original Kardashian series, detailed Khloe and Lamar's move from Los Angeles to Dallas upon Lamar's trade to the NBA's Dallas Mavericks from the Los Angeles Lakers.

Giving even more for adoring fans to embrace, the couple released a unisex fragrance in 2011. The celebrated scent, Unbreakable, will undoubtedly not be the only product promoted by the power couple.

Many marvel at the ability to parlay a cable network presence into a powerful brand. It is undeniable reality show veteran Khloe Kardashian has created amazing staying power.

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_ The HBO Family cable channel offers a wide variety of kid-friendly entertainment options, free of objectionable content and commercials. The channel presents a combination of theatrical movies, animated features and the most popular HBO Family Productions such as “My Favorite Book” and “Rosie O’Donnell’s Kids Are Punny.” The channel does show content with R or TVMA-rated material, so parents can be free of worry about what programming their kids will see, but also strives to entertain viewers of all ages.

HBO Family programming follows a schedule geared towards satisfying a variety of age groups at appropriate times of day. In the morning, from 6Am to 9AM, the channel broadcasts original educational series appropriate for preschoolers. Ongoing shows like "Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child," which retells favorite children’s stories, or “I Can Be President: A Kid’s-Eye View” make learning fun for young children. Some of the most popular HBO Family productions are the Peabody Award-winning specials "The Music in Me,” mini-documentaries that showcase music from a variety of traditions and styles; and HBO Storybook Musical series which combine animation and song to tell classic children’s tales like “The Little Match Girl.”

HBO original programs aim to combine entertaining programming for young children with cultural activities, topical issues and educational activities. “Welcome to A Child’s Garden of Poetry!” gives children an introduction to poetry by some of the greatest writers of all time through animation and today’s most popular performers. “Happy to Be Nappy and Other Stories of Me” highlights the importance of being unique and accepting differences from many different perspectives. “Puppy Plays the Classics” uses live action footage of Ollie, an adorable lab puppy, to bring classical music, as well as problem-solving skills, to life for young kids.

After 9 AM, HBO Family broadcasts G and PG-rated movies like the animated “Puss and Boots” or “The Jetsons,” which appeal to both children and adults. At 2PM, HBO Family also includes PG-13 films in their feature film presentations to satisfy the taste of kids returning from school. Popular theatrical releases on the channel include the “Harry Potter” series, “The Parent Trap” and “Diary of a Wimpy Kid.” During prime time, HBO Family shows feature films like “Rookie of the Year” and “Bend it Like Beckham” which appeal to family members of all ages. Late at night until morning, the channel continues to offer films which resist controversial issues while including a more mature appeal.

The HBO Family channel has something for every member of the family, from preschooler to adolescent to parent. The channel offers commercial free programming without any objectionable or overly mature content. The variety of movie options plus the most popular HBO Family productions can be a safe and fun television destination at every hour of the day.
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_ During the 1970’s many new animated movies were being created and released. This decade is widely considered by movie buffs to be one of the best when it comes to animation. New animation styles, unique plots and fresh ideas made animated movies from all around the world seem exciting and wonderful. Animated Movies of the 1970's are some of the most popular and beloved every created.

During the 1970’s, the United States produced many new animated films that kids still enjoy watching to this day. It seems that each year in that decade brought about a new animated holiday film. Families still watch these films, which include A Year Without a Santa Claus, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year and The Easter Bunny is Comin’ to Town, every year during the holiday season.

In addition to holiday films, the United States turned many famous Dr. Seuss stories into successful animated films. Animated Movies of the 1970's included The Lorax and The Cat in the Hat, one of the writer’s most famous tales. This movie tells the story of two young children who encounter the fun, but mischievous, Cat in the Hat.

Other great American animated movies released during the 1970’s include The Aristocrats, which came out in 1970. It follows the story of a group of wealthy cats and their friend, an alley cat, who must stop a kidnapping plot. The Phantom Tollbooth was released in the same year. This magical movie tells of a boy who can travel to parallel universe. In addition, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, an animated movie based on the classic science fiction novel, was released in 1973, and The Hobbit, based on a famous fantasy novel, was released in 1977. The Lord of the Rings, the tale that follows The Hobbit, was released as an animated movie the following year.

Another famous animated film of the 1970’s in Charlotte’s Web. This classic children’s story tells the tale of Charlotte, a spider, and her barnyard friends, including a loveable pig. The following year, in 1974, Oliver Twist debuted as an animated movie. This story, based on a classic novel, follows a young orphan boy, Oliver, and his friends. Other classic animated films including The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and The Rescuers were released in 1977. All of these movies would go on to become popular favorites, beloved by children both then and now.

Japan was also continuing its tradition of great anime, or Japanese animation, movies in the 1970s. In 1970, Japan released several films in its hugely successful Attack No. 1 franchise, which would continue to be popular for many years after. They also released Lupin the Third and the Secret of Mamo in 1978 and Lupin III: Castle of Cagliostro in 1978. Even in modern times, these movies are considered to be the pinnacle of Japanese animation.

Other famous 1970’s animated movies from around the world include Italy’s The Magic Flute and Journey to the Center of the Earth, which was made in Australia.
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