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    Blasts From Sitcom Past Score Viewers; Nielsen Week In Review

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    This image released by ABC shows Marisa Tomei as Edith Bunker, left, and Woody Harrelson as Archie Bunker in "Live in Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear's 'All in the Family' and 'The Jeffersons'," special which aired on Wednesday, May 22. According to Nielsen figures out Wednesday, May 29, ABC's live re-creation of episodes of "All in the Family" and "The Jeffersons" ranked among last week's most-watched programs. (Eric McCandless/ABC via AP)

    By Lynn Elber, Television Writer

    LOS ANGELES (AP) --

    Blasts from the past proved irresistible to viewers, who flocked to live versions of a pair of classic sitcoms and a special about a 20th-century TV beauty.

    ABC's re-creation of episodes of "All in the Family" and "The Jeffersons" was among last week's most-watched programs with 10.4 million viewers, according to Nielsen figures released Wednesday.

    Woody Harrelson played Archie Bunker, the role originated by the late Carroll O'Connor on "All in the Family," with Jamie Foxx following in the footsteps of Sherman Hemsley as George Jefferson.

    A "Nightline" program on the do-overs of producer Norman Lear's famed 1970s and '80 comedies also landed in the top 10, with an ABC documentary on the life and career of Farrah Fawcett coming in at No. 12.

    The actress, who shot to fame in the "Charlie's Angels" series in 1976 and later appeared in the sitcom "Spin City" and in movies and on stage, died of cancer in 2009 at age 62.

    NBC, powered by "The Voice" and its "Chicago" drama franchise, was the week's most-watched broadcast network with an average 4.35 million viewers, just squeezing past CBS' 4.33 million. ABC averaged 3.87 million, Fox had 2.5 million, ION Television had 1.27 million, Univision with 1.26 million, Telemundo 1.1 million and the CW 610,000.

    Turner, home to several NBA playoff games, was the top-rated cable network with an average 2.6 million viewers. Fox News Channel had 2.4 million, followed by MSNBC with 1.6 million and ESPN with 1.4 million.

    ABC's "World News Tonight" topped the evening newscasts with an average of 8.1 million viewers. NBC's "Nightly News" was second with 7.2 million and the "CBS Evening News" averaged 5.4 million viewers.

    Below are primetime viewership numbers compiled by Nielsen for May 20-26. Listings include the week's ranking and viewership.

    1. "NCIS," CBS, 12 million.
    2. "Live: All in the Family-The Jeffersons," ABC, 10.4 million.
    3. NBA Playoffs: Golden State at Portland, ESPN, 7.99 million.
    4. "The Voice," NBC, 7.97 million.
    5. "Nightline: All in the Family-The Jeffersons," ABC, 7.7 million.
    6. "Chicago Med," NBC, 7.5 million.
    7. "Chicago Fire," NBC, 7.49 million.
    8. "The Voice" (Tuesday), NBC, 7.4 million.
    9. "Chicago P.D.," NBC, 6.6 million.
    10. NBA Playoffs: Milwaukee at Toronto, Turner, 6.4 million.
    11. NBA Playoffs: Toronto at Milwaukee, Turner, 6.3 million.
    12. "This Is Farrah Fawcett," ABC, 5.8 million.
    13. "The Big Bang Theory: The Special," CBS, 5.7 million.
    14. "Blood & Treasure," CBS, 5.6 million.
    15. "60 Minutes Presents," CBS, 5.57 million.
    16. "Young Sheldon," CBS, 5.4 million.
    17. NBA Playoffs: Milwaukee at Toronto, Turner, 5.36 million.
    18. "Young Sheldon: Special," CBS, 5.3 million.
    19. "Blue Bloods," CBS, 4.9 million
    20. "The Code," CBS, 4.7 million.

    ABC and ESPN are owned by The Walt Disney Co.; CBS is a division of CBS Corp.; Fox is owned by 21st Century Fox; NBC is owned by NBC Universal; Turner is owned by WarnerMedia.

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    Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society

    Saturday, December 21, 2024

    Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

    Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.

    “Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”

    Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More

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