Primetime TV Premieres

Clues in this puzzle

Across

• Is broadcast on television for the very first time. (4)
• A designated half-hour or hour on the broadcast grid. (4)
• The ensemble hired to bring a new script to life. (4)
• "___ in next week!" (Classic episodic prompt). (4)
• To transmit a new program over the public airwaves. (9)
• The overarching storyline introduced in episode one. (4)
• A brief sneak peek meant to hook potential viewers. (5)

Down

• What millions of viewers do at 8 PM on premiere night. (5)
• A character part snagged by a lucky actor for the new season. (4)
• A half-hour comedy joining the Tuesday night lineup. (6)
• The strategic weekly lineup of primetime programming. (8)
• A major broadcaster like ABC, CBS, or NBC. (7)
• To consume a streaming series' entire first season in one sitting. (5)
• Performer hitting the red carpet to promote their new series. (5)

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