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PRIMETIME PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS - ABC 2015-2016 SEASON***Descriptions courtesy of ABC***

BLOOD & OIL (Drama) (Sunday, 9-10PM)Billy and Cody Lefever dream of a new life beyond their working class roots and move to “The Bakken” in North Dakota, booming after the biggest oil discovery in American history. They’re soon pitted against a ruthless tycoon who forces them to bet big and put everything on the line, including their marriage.

Cast: Don Johnson, Chace Crawford, Rebecca Rittenhouse, Delroy Lindo, Amber Valletta, Scott Michael Foster, India de Beaufort, Adam CantoExecutive Producers: Tony Krantz, Josh Pate, Rodes Fishburne, Drew Comins, Don Johnson, Cynthia CidreABC Signature

DR. KEN (Comedy) (Friday, 8:30-9PM)Dr. Ken is a brilliant physician with no bedside manner. He is always trying to be a good doctor as well as a good husband and dad to his two kids. However, these good intentions have a way of driving everyone crazy at work and at home. Luckily, his therapist wife, Allison, is just the right partner to keep things sane.

Cast: Ken Jeong, Suzy Nakamura, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Dave Foley, Jonathan Slavin, Albert Tsai, Krista Marie YuExecutive Producers: Jared Stern, Ken Jeong, John Davis, John Fox, Mike SikowitzCo-Exec: Mike O’ConnellSony Pictures and ABC Studios

MUPPETS, THE (Comedy) (Tuesday, 8-8:30PM) (Tuesday, 8:30-9PM)The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets’ personal lives and relationships, both at home and at work, as well as romances, breakups, achievements, disappointments, wants and desires. This is a more adult Muppet show, for “kids” of all ages.

Voiced By: Executive Producers: Bill Prady, Bob Kushell, Bill Barretta, Debbie McClellan, Kyle LaughlinThe Muppets Studio and ABC Studios

QUANTICO (Drama) (Sunday, 10-11PM)A diverse group of recruits have arrived at the FBI Quantico Base for training. They are the best, the brightest and the most vetted, so it seems impossible that one of them is suspected of masterminding the biggest attack on New York City since 9/11.

Cast: Priyanka Chopra, Jake McLaughlin, Aunjanue Ellis, Yasmine Al Massri, Johanna Braddy, Tate Ellington, Graham Rogers, Rick Cosnett, Josh HopkinsExecutive Producers: Josh Safran, Mark Gordon, Nick PepperABC Studios

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PRIMETIME PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS - ABC 2015-2016 SEASON

WICKED CITY (Drama) (Tuesday, 10-11PM)This character-driven procedural explores sex, politics and popular culture across various noteworthy eras in L.A. history. In season one, two LA cops search for a Bonnie & Clyde-esque serial killing team amidst the rock-and-roll, coke-infused revelry of the 1980s Sunset Strip.

Cast: Ed Westwick, Erika Christensen, Jeremy Sisto, Taissa Farmiga, Gabriel Luna, Karolina Wydra, Holley Fain, Anne WintersExecutive Producers: Steven Baigelman, Todd Lieberman, David Hoberman, Laurie ZaksABC Studios

MID-SEASON SERIES

GREAT HOLIDAY BAKING SHOW, THE (Alternative) (Monday, 10-11PM)Based on the UK series :The Great British Bake-Off,” this series stars some of the nation’s best amateur bakers as they compete in a series of themed challenges and eliminations all hoping to be crowned Holiday Baking Champion. 

Hosts: Nia Vardolas, Ian Gomez Judges: Johnny Iuzzini, Mary BerryExecutive Producers: TBALove Productions

MY DIET IS BETTER THAN YOURS (Alternative) (Thursday, 9-11PM)This weight-loss program pairs celebrity diet experts with contestants in an effort to test different diet plans over the course of the eight one-hour episodes to show America which diet works the best. The contestants will face fitness challenges each week and participate in a weekly weigh in. Ultimately, the power is in the hands of the overweight contestants because if they don't like their plan - they can pick a brand new one and eliminate their diet expert. 

Host: Shaun T.Executive Producers: TBA

SPRING SERIES

CATCH, THE (Drama) (Thursday, 10-11PM)A new thriller centered on the strong, successful Alice Vaughan. She’s a fraud investigator who’s about to be the victim of fraud herself by her fiancé Benjamin Jones. Between her cases, she is determined to find him in a cat and mouse game before it ruins her career.

Cast: Mireille Enos, Peter Krause, Alimi Ballard, Jay Hayden, Jacky Ido, Rose Rollins, Elvy Yost, Sonya WalgerExecutive Producers: Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Julie Ann RobinsonABC Studios

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FAMILY, THE (Drama) (Sunday, 9-10PM)This thriller follows the return of a politician’s young son who was presumed dead after disappearing a decade earlier. As the mysterious young man is welcomed back into his family, suspicions emerge — is he really who he says he is?

Cast: Joan Allen, Alison Pill, Margot Bingham, Zach Gilford, Liam James, Floriana Lima, Madeleine Arthur, Rarmian Newton, Rupert Graves, Andrew McCarthy

Executive Producers: Jenna Bans, Todd Lieberman, David Hoberman, Laurie ZaksABC Studios

OF KINGS AND PROPHETS (Drama) (Tuesday, 10-11PM)An epic Biblical saga of faith, ambition and betrayal as told through the eyes of a battle-weary king, a powerful and resentful prophet and a resourceful young shepherd on a collision course with destiny.

Cast: Ray Winstone, Haaz Sleiman, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Oliver Rix, Simone Kessell, James Floyd, Mohammad Bakri, Tomer Kapon, Jeanine MasonExecutive Producers: Adam Cooper, Bill Collage, Jason Reed, Reza Aslan, Mahyad TousiABC Studios

REAL O’NEALS, THE (Comedy) (Tuesday, 8:30-9PM)A fresh take on a seemingly perfect Catholic family whose lives take an unexpected turn when surprising truths are revealed. Instead of ruining their family, the honesty triggers a new, messier chapter where everyone stops pretending to be perfect and actually starts being real.

Cast: Martha Plimpton, Jay R. Ferguson, Noah Galvin, Matthew Shively, Bebe Wood, Mary Hollis InbodenExecutive Producers: David Windsor, Casey Johnson, Brian Pines, Dan McDermott, Stacy Traub, Dan SavageABC Studios

SUMMER SERIES

$100.000 PYRAMID (Alternative) (10 episodes) (Sunday, 9-10PM)Every episode will have 100 grand up for grabs. The hottest stars will team up with players from across the country to take on the timeless war of words, racing against the clock to give and guess clues in this great word-association game.

Host: Michael StrahanExecutive Producers: Michael Strahan, Constance Schwartz, Vin RubinoSMAC Entertainment in association with Sony Pictures Television

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GREATEST HITS (Alternative) (Thursday, 9-10PM) (6 episodes)Each episode will highlight a five-year period celebrating the biggest hits from that time and each week, iconic music artists, as well as today’s music chart-toppers, will take the stage and perform the songs that defined the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. The series will feature special solo performances, never-before-seen duets and incredible tributes. Musical performancers include: Andra Day, Backstreet Boys, Bonnie Raitt, Boyz II Men, Ceelo, Chicago, Coolio, En Vogue, Foreigner, Jason Derulo, John Legend, Little Big Town, LL Cool J, Meghan Trainor, Miguel, Pitbull, REO Speedwagon, Rick Springfield, Wilson Phillips, Wiz Khalifa and more.

Hosts: Arsenio Hall, Kelsea BalleriniExecutive Producers: Ken Erlich, James McKinlay, Raj Kapoor AEG Ehrlich Ventures

MATCH GAME (Alternative) (10 episodes) (Sunday, 10-11PM)This panel game show features two contestants as they attempt to match the answers of six celebrities in a game of fill-in the missing blank.

Host: Alec BaldwinExecutive Producers: Alec Baldwin, Jenifer MullinFremantleMedia North America

PEOPLE’S LIST (Alternative) (Saturday, 8-9PM)ABC News and “People” magazine team up to present stories focusing on the biggest pop culture, lifestyle and human interest stories of the past week. It will break down the five celebs, social media stars, and everyday people you should be talking about each week. In addition, the show boasts People’s signature features including Scoop, PeopleStyle, PeoplePets, The Jess Cagle Interview, and more.

Host: Jerry O’Connell, SuChin PakExecutive Producers: TBAABC News and PEOPLE Magazine Production

TO TELL THE TRUTH (Alternative) (6 episodes) (Tuesday, 10-11PM)An anarchic and funny re-imagination of the beloved, game show of the same name. The all-new version takes the excitement to another level, featuring fun characters from pop culture. Anderson presides over four famous faces, including legend Betty White (who has appeared on previous versions of the show), actress NeNe Leakes, NBA star Jalen Rose and a special guest for each episode. In each round they are presented with three people who all claim to be the same person with the same incredible talent, job or achievement. One is sworn to tell the truth while the others are not. The panel of celebrities has a chance to grill each participant before taking turns deciding who they think is telling the truth. Every episode will have 100 grand up for grabs. The hottest stars will team up with players from across the country to take on the timeless war of words, racing against the clock to give and guess clues in this great word-association game.

Host: Anthony AndersonExecutive Producers: Barry Poznick, Toby Gorman, Jeff Gaspin, George Moll, Anthony AndersonFreemantle North AmericaKTG CONTENT STRATEGY

PRIMETIME PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS - ABC 2015-2016 SEASON

UNCLE BUCK (Comedy) (Tuesday, 9-9:30PM, 9:30-10PM)Based on the hit movie of the same name, Uncle Buck is a fun-loving but irresponsible guy who needs a job and a place to stay. By happy coincidence, his nieces’ and nephew’s nanny has just quit and his brother and sister-in-law need his help. His unconventional personality may just make him the right fit for the family and they may be the answer to his problems, too.

Cast: Mike Epps, Nia Long, James Lesure, Iman Benson, Sayeed Shahidi, Aalyrah CaldwellExecutive Producers: Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley, Will PackerCo-Execs: Korin Huggins, Phil TraillUniversal Television and ABC Studios

UPCOMING SERIES

BIG FAN (Alternative) This game is based on the hilarious “Who Knows…?”, the celebrity versus super-fan game segment that originally aired on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” The segment became a viral video success when pop star Katy Perry went up against one of her biggest fans in this hilarious challenge. Each episode of the half-hour, studio-based game

show will feature one celebrity and three of his or her biggest super fans. The super fans will go head-to-head to see who knows more about the episode’s featured celebrity. The succeeding super fan will move on to the final round in an ultimate showdown, celebrity versus super fan, to see who knows most about the celebrity. If the super fan wins, their prize is a priceless experience with the celebrity they admire most.

Host: Andy RichterExecutive Producers: Jimmy Kimmel, David Goldberg, Caroline BaumgardBanijay Studios North America