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Giancarlo Esposito (Sydney) is nominated for an Emmy for Supporting Actor in a Drama for his role in “The Mandalorian.” John Lithgow (White Rabbit) is also nominated for an Emmy for Supporting Actor in a Drama for his role in “Perry Mason.”The Emmys will air Sunday, September 19, 2021 on CBS.

‘Manifest’ Star Josh Dallas Had a True Fairytale Romance 8/30/21

13 Problematic TV Couples That Fans Fell In Love With 8/28/21

Is ‘Once Upon a Time’ worth watching? I watched 3 episodes to find out 8/24/20

‘Epic’: Fairytale Drama Pilot From ‘Once Upon a Time’ Creators Not Going Forward At ABC 8/11/21

Once Upon A Time: Why Tom Ellis' Robin Hood Was Recast 5/15/21

5 Ways Once Upon A Time Is Better Reimagining Of Fairy Tales (& 5 Ways It’s ‘Tell Me A Story’) 5/13/21

Once Upon A Time: Emma Swan's 5 Best (& 5 Worst) Outfits 3/24/21

Once Upon a Time Universe Redemption Arcs Ranked From Worst To Best 2/23/21

Once upon a time Nurse Ratched showed up on Disney’s Once Upon a Time 9/21/20

Giancarlo Esposito is nominated for an Emmy Award for Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in "Better Call Saul." The 2019 Primetime Emmy Awards, honoring the best in TV programming, will be handed out Sunday, Sept. 22. The show will air live on Fox starting at 5 p.m. PT from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

ABC'S 'ONCE UPON A TIME' CELEBRATED SEVEN SEASONS AT A SPECIAL FAREWELL RECEPTION AND SCREENING EVENT IN WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA
The creators and cast of ABC’s drama series “Once Upon a Time,” along with Patrick Moran (president, ABC Studios), gathered at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on Tuesday, May 8, to celebrate the series’ seven seasons with a special farewell reception and screening event.
The "Once Upon a Time" two-part series finale event airs FRIDAY, MAY 11 (8:00–9:01 p.m. EDT), and FRIDAY, MAY 18 (8:00–9:01 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
Follow "Once Upon a Time" on social media: Facebook: @Once Twitter: @OnceABC Instagram: @onceabcofficial Hashtag: #OnceUponATime
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John Lithgow (ex-Arthur) won the Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama for "The Crown" at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards.

Why Once Upon a Time and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. are heading to Fridays

Great Interview with Jennifer Morrison and Why She's Leaving

Actors not returning next year

More Actors Leaving

Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas May Guest Star next season

Once Upon a Time: ABC’s ‘Once Upon a Time’ Cast and Executive Producers Take Viewers on a Special Trip Down Memory Lane, on ‘Once Upon a Time: The Final Battle Begins,’ Sunday, May 14
OUR FAVORITE ‘ONCE UPON A TIME’ CAST AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS TAKE VIEWERS ON A SPECIAL TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE, ON ABC’S ‘ONCE UPON A TIME: THE FINAL BATTLE BEGINS’
“Once Upon a Time: The Final Battle Begins” – Join our talented cast and executive producers as they identify some of their favorite moments over the past six seasons, as well as take a look back at their characters’ journeys. They will discuss what the show has meant to them personally and to the millions of fans who made “Once Upon a Time” a hit show on ABC. Additionally in this special, “Oncers” get to ask the cast and producers their most burning questions about the series. Take a look back at the origins, the love and romance, and all the adventures along that way that fans have cherished these past six seasons on SUNDAY, MAY 14 (7:00–8:00 p.m. EDT). Afterwards, stay tuned for the epic two-hour season finale, as the final battle has arrived, on  “Once Upon a Time,” (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. 
 “Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry Mills, Rebecca Mader as the Wicked Witch/Zelena and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
“Once Upon a Time” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to the airdate.

Jennifer Morrison and Lana Parrilla are both nominated for the Teen Choice Award for Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actress (#ChoiceSciFiTVActress).  Vote Now! The show Airs Sunday, August 13, LIVE on FOX

Vote for "Once Upon a Time" to be on Entertainment Weekly's Fall Preview issue cover!

ABC renewed OUAT a bunch of other shows early!

Please vote for Ginnifer Goodwin for Favorite Animated Movie Voice (Zootopia); for Jennifer Morrison for Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actress; and for "Once Upon a Time" for Favorite Network Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Show at http://vote.peopleschoice.com/.

Past Five Seasons of ABC’s ‘Once Upon a Time’ to Be Explored in ‘Once Upon a Time: Evil Reigns Once More,’ Sunday, September 25
OUR HEROES’ EPIC JOURNEY THROUGH THE PAST FIVE SEASONS WILL ALL BE EXPLORED IN ANTICIPATION OF ‘ONCE UPON A TIME’’S EXCITING SIXTH SEASON PREMIERE, ON ‘ONCE UPON A TIME: EVIL REIGNS ONCE MORE,’ SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 ON ABC
The Special Features Interviews With Executive Producers Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz Discussing What Has Transpired and What Is Upcoming
Super Fans Will Have Their Burning Questions Answered
ABC invites new and devoted “Once Upon a Time” viewers to take another look at this popular fantasy series in the new special “Once Upon a Time: Evil Reigns Once More,” which will explore the show in a way that will bring new viewers up to date – but which current viewers will also find illuminating – in anticipation of the exciting sixth season premiere. The special will take a look at the role that family plays in the show and never giving up on the ones you love, our heroes’ journey from breaking the curse to the ramifications of magic in our world, travelling to Neverland to save Henry from an evil Peter Pan, their battle with The Wicked Witch of the West upon their return, the presence of Elsa, the Ice Queen from Arendelle, in Storybrooke, the Savior becoming the Dark One and our heroes trip to the Underworld. The special features interviews with executive producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz to help tell the story of “Once Upon a Time: Evil Reigns Once More,” airing SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on the ABC Television Network.
Welcome to Storybrooke, a small town in Maine that you won’t find on any map. This town is full of magic, populated by fairytale characters once cursed by the Evil Queen Regina to live in our world—deprived of their memories and happy endings.Until Emma Swan came to town and changed everything. With the help of her son, Henry, Emma embraced her true identity as the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming—the Savior destined to break the Curse. But even after returning everyone’s memories, Emma’s mission was far from over. With the Curse broken, Mr. Gold (aka Rumplestiltskin) was free to bring magic to Storybrooke. And magic always comes with a price…
As “Once Upon a Time” returns to ABC for its sixth season, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on the ABC Television Network, so does its classic villain—the Evil Queen. Creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (“Lost,” “Tron: Legacy”) invite you to join everyone’s favorite fairytale characters as they face-off against this supercharged enemy.
In the season premiere episode, “The Savior,” as our heroes set out to stop Hyde, Emma develops a mysterious side effect, and Storybrooke becomes a haven for refugees from the Land of Untold Stories. Meanwhile, Regina and Zelena embrace their newfound sisterhood by becoming roommates, while Rumple tries to free Belle from the sleeping Curse with the help of a stranger. In flashback, Jafar confronts an afflicted Aladdin in Agrabah, and a secret about the Savior is revealed.
“Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry Mills, Rebecca Mader as the Wicked Witch/Zelena and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
“Once Upon a Time” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to the airdate.
For more information on “Once Upon a Time,” visit abc.com/Once.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/OnceABC Twitter: @OnceABC Hashtag: #OnceUponATime

Once Upon A Time - Lead sheet
“ONCE UPON A TIME” (Sundays from 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
Welcome to Storybrooke, a small town in Maine that you won’t find on any map. This town is full of magic, populated by fairytale characters once cursed by the Evil Queen Regina to live in our world—deprived of their memories and happy endings. Until Emma Swan came to town and changed everything. With the help of her son, Henry, Emma embraced her true identity as the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming—the Savior destined to break the Curse. But even after returning everyone’s memories, Emma’s mission was far from over. With the Curse broken, Mr. Gold (aka Rumplestiltskin) was free to bring magic to Storybrooke. And magic ALWAYS comes with a price…
As “Once Upon a Time” returns to ABC for its sixth season, so does its classic villain—the Evil Queen. Creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (“Lost,” “Tron: Legacy”) invite you to join everyone’s favorite fairytale characters as they face-off against this supercharged enemy.
When Regina split herself in an attempt to eliminate her evil half, she unwittingly released the Evil Queen. Now the Evil Queen is back and ready to leave a trail of destruction in her wake. Meanwhile, Regina is quickly learning that destroying her dark side won’t be that easy, especially when dealing with the consequences of having unleashed the Queen on Storybrooke. Emma learns a life-altering secret that could have serious consequences for her family and loved ones. While the heroes grapple with what Emma is confronting, Henry welcomes the new arrivals from the Land of Untold Stories by pledging to help them complete their tales. But when Snow White, Prince Charming, Regina, Captain Hook and Zelena become entwined in these untold tales, they find themselves haunted by their own unfinished pasts. Meanwhile, after handing Storybrooke over to Mr. Hyde, Mr. Gold continues his quest to wake Belle from her self-induced sleeping curse, in hopes of reuniting with both her and their unborn child.
This season our heroes will be met with many surprises, including Aladdin (Deniz Akdeniz), a former Savior who may be able to offer Emma just the help she needs, Jafar (Oded Fehr), Princess Jasmine (Karin David), the Count of Monte Cristo (Craig Horner) and Morpheus (Giles Matthey).
“Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry Mills, Rebecca Mader as Wicked Witch/Zelena and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz are creators and executive producers. Steve Pearlman, David H. Goodman and Andrew Chambliss are also executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
“Once Upon a Time” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with 5.1 channel surround sound.
EDWARD KITSIS & ADAM HOROWITZ, creators/executive producers
Edward Kitsis’s & Adam Horowitz’s partnership began in their Introduction to Film class at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. After successfully nabbing a B-minus on their first collaboration, the duo decided to take on Hollywood, and, following graduation, the two moved to Los Angeles to pursue their writing careers. After cutting their teeth on such shows as “Popular” and “Felicity,” they joined the writing staff of “Lost” during its first year. In 2006 they won WGA Awards for their work on the show and, over the course of its six-season run, they earned multiple Emmy, WGA and PGA nominations. For the final two seasons they served as executive producers while simultaneously writing the hit feature film “Tron: Legacy” and creating the Annie Award-nominated animated television series “Tron: Uprising” for Disney XD. After “Lost,” the two immediately began the development process on a pilot that would become their first primetime creation: “Once Upon a Time.” In 2013 they expanded their storytelling universe with ABC’s “Once Upon a Time in Wonderland” and, most recently, they co-created the summer camp thriller anthology “Dead of Summer” for Freeform with Ian B. Goldberg.
STEVE PEARLMAN, executive producer
Having been with ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” since its pilot, non-writing executive producer Steve Pearlman oversees production and all creative aspects of the fairy tale drama on location in Vancouver, British Columbia, where the series is filmed. Pearlman’s responsibilities include directing as well as oversight of post-production and the show’s extensive visual effects. He is also executive producing the Freeform series “Dead of Summer.” Pearlman served as executive producer on the ABC series “Once Upon a Time in Wonderland” and also spent two seasons executive producing ABC’s cult sci-fi remake “V,” which was also filmed locally in Vancouver.
Pearlman entered the producing world after a successful career as a senior studio executive at Warner Bros. Television, during which time the studio was the No. 1 supplier of series to major broadcast and cable networks. Pearlman came to the studio (then Lorimar-Telepictures) in 1986 after earning an undergraduate degree at UCLA and a master’s in communication management from the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School of Communication. Hired initially as a research analyst, Pearlman concentrated on network television and feature films, and a year into the job was promoted to head the department.
In 1992 Pearlman took on the duty of overseeing Current Programming as senior vice president and head of the department, and in 1997 he assumed responsibility for Drama Development, also as head of that department. In his last position before leaving the studio, Pearlman was executive vice president, Creative Affairs, responsible for drama, comedy and alternative series development, splitting his time between creative oversight of all projects in development and strategic planning and integration with other departments, including Business Affairs, Production and Marketing.
Pearlman left the executive offices in 2004 to formClass IV Productions, an independent production company that was based at Warner Bros. During a four-year stint, he executive-produced four drama pilots and three series.
Following the writers’ strike in 2008, Pearlman spent a year consulting with MHz, LLC, a strategic advisory firm specializing in joint ventures between state-owned entities in China and U.S. investment partners. The project involved a unique joint venture between MHz and China’s CCTV to bring Western content and production expertise to China.
Pearlman was born and raised in Portland, Oregon but currently splits his time between Vancouver, where filming continues on “Once Upon a Time” and “Dead of Summer,” and Los Angeles with his wife and two sons, Brian and Evan.
For more information on “Once Upon a Time,” visit abc.com/Once.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/OnceABC Twitter: @OnceABC Hashtag: #OnceUponATime

ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” and “Quantico” Return Steady After 3 Months; “Quantico” Is Season’s Top TV Playback Gainer
Quick Take for Sunday, March 6, 2016 (Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings)
“Once Upon a Time” Returns at No. 1 in Its Slot and Even With Its Winter Finale
“The Family” Moves to Its Regular Slot, Holding Steady Throughout Its Telecast
The Season’s Top Gainer in TV Playback, ABC’s “Quantico” Comes Back
After 3 Months to Lead Its 10 p.m. Drama Competition by 38% in Adults 18-49
Sunday Night (3/6/16) - ABC Total Viewer and Adult 18-49 Projections
“OUAT”: L3 = 6.0 million/1.8 rating, L7 = 6.5 million/1.9 rating and MP+35 = 2.8 rating
“The Family”: L3 = 4.8 million/1.2 rating and L7 = 5.2 million/1.3 rating
“Quantico”: L3 = 7.2 million/2.2 rating and L7 = 7.8 million/2.4 rating
Live + Same Day Results:
Please Note: In addition to the major nets, additional competition on Sunday included the Democratic Debate on CNN, the series finale of “Downton Abbey” on PBS and “The Walking Dead” on AMC.
“Once Upon a Time” (8:00-9:00 p.m. – 4.0 million and 1.3/4 in AD18-49):
Building 86% on its lead-in from a repeat of the show’s winter finale in Adults 18-49 at 8:00 p.m., ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” returned for the first time in 3 months to rank No. 1 against its broadcast competition in the hour (1.3/4 – tied w/NBC). The ABC drama held even with its winter finale in Adults 18-49 (1.3/4 on 12/6/15).
“The Family” (9:00-10:00 p.m. – 3.1 million and 0.8/2 in AD18-49):
At 9:00 p.m.,ABC’s time period premiere of “The Family” held its audience from its first half-hour to its second half-hour in Adults 18-49 and nearly tied its CBS drama competition (0.8/2 vs. 0.9/2 for “The Good Wife”). In addition, the ABC drama beat “The Good Wife” in Adults 18-34, Women 18-34 and Women 18-49.
“Quantico” (10:00-11:00 p.m. – 3.7 million and 1.1/4 in AD18-49):
Shooting up 38% from its lead-in at 10:00 p.m., ABC’s “Quantico” returned for the first time in 3 months to dominate its CBS drama competition in the hour (+38% – 1.1/4 vs. 0.8/3 for CBS’ “CSI: Cyber”). The ABC freshman drama returned steady, coming within 2-tenths of its winter finale in Adults 18-49 (on 12/13/15) and tied in audience share (1.1/4 vs. 1.3/4).
ABC’s “Quantico” Is the Season’s Biggest Gainer in TV Playback:During its fall run, “Quantico” at least doubled its Adult 18-49 rating from L+SD to L+7 on 8 of 11 telecasts. In fact on average in L+7, “Quantico” is the season’s biggest percentage gainer on the broadcast nets, spiking 86% in Total Viewers (4.5 million to 9.1 million) and 100% in Adults 18-49 (1.5 rating to 3.0 rating) over its L+SD numbers.

Great exclusive Photos from 2015 San Diego Comic-Con of David Anders for his new show "iZombie" on the CW! Also, many great photos of Alan Dale from 2014 SDCC (now on "Dominion").

"Dark Swan Rises: A Once Upon a Time Fan Celebration" Airs Sunday, September 27
FANS ARE INVITED TO ENJOY AN ENCHANTED EVENING IN ANTICIPATION OF “ONCE UPON A TIME’S” MAGICAL FIFTH SEASON PREMIERE ON “DARK SWAN RISES: A ONCE UPON A TIME FAN CELEBRATION” SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 ON ABC
The Special Features Cast Interviews, Super-fan Questions and Exclusive Insights from Executive Producers Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz
ABC invites new and loyal “Once Upon a Time” fans to celebrate the magical fifth season premiere with an in-depth look at the series in the unique special, “Dark Swan Rises: A Once Upon a Time Fan Celebration,” which will explore what will happen next as Emma Swan becomes the Dark One and will highlight the characters fans love, including the incredible stories that have created an extraordinarily passionate fan base. Cast members will answer fan-submitted questions and discuss favorite moments as voted on by fans, giving viewers an authentic perspective as they dish on various characters, relationships and backstories. The special also features interviews with executive producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz with exclusive insights about the season fans won’t want to miss. “Dark Swan Rises: A Once Upon a Time Fan Celebration” airs SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 (7:00-8:00p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

From tvshowsondvd:  Once Upon a Time - Storybrooke has Frozen Over and Gained A New Iconic Cast of Characters!
ONCE UPON A TIME: THE COMPLETE FOURTH SEASON
Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Hans, and Sven Join Everyone's Favorite Fairytale, While The Queens of Darkness Bring Their Own Icy New Twists
Relive All 23 Thrilling Episodes and Revel in the Intoxicating Magic and Mystery with Blu-ray Exclusive Bonus Features
Available on Blu-ray and DVD August 18th
Love. As seductive and dangerous as magic, this potent, unpredictable force proves to be the ultimate weapon in the epic battle between good and evil in ABC's Once Upon a Time: The Complete Fourth Season. Soon after Emma and Hook unwittingly bring Elsa of Arendelle to Storybrooke, they encounter the mysterious Snow Queen, whose relentless obsession with both Emma and Elsa has chilling consequences. Meanwhile, it appears Regina has at last found true love with Robin Hood...but how will she react when her happy ending is thwarted yet again by a maddening twist of fate?
Then, a banished Rumplestiltskin enlists the Queens of Darkness - Maleficent, Ursula, and Cruella De Vil - in an insidious scheme to rewrite their own endings and corrupt the Savior by turning her newly blissful heart pitch-black. Relive all 21 thrilling episodes of Season 4. Plus, delve deeper with never-before-seen bonus features, as you revel in the intoxicating magic and mystery of Once Upon a Time - spellbinding now...and forever after!
Once Upon A Time stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret Blanchard, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David Nolan, Emilie de Ravin as Belle French/Lacey, Colin O'Donoghue as Captain Hook/Killian Jones, Lana Parrilla as Evil Queen/Regina Mills, Jared Gilmore as Peter Pan/Henry Mills, Michael Raymond-James as Baelfire/Neal Cassidy, and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold. Creator & Executive Producers: Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz
Bonus Features: DEFROSTING FROZEN - An arctic blast hit Storybrooke this year as the characters from Frozen and The Snow Queen took over the first half of the season. Defrost this 12 episode event as we talk to the actors who played Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Snow Queen and, for the first time in forever, explore how Disney Animation's blockbuster film was adapted for the small screen.
BEHIND THE MAGIC TOUR - Join hosts Josh Dallas and Ginnifer Goodwin as they take you on an exclusive back stage tour on the stages of Once Upon A Time. See the sets, meet the crew and eat the food as we go behind the scenes and find out what makes Once Upon A Time the most magical show on television.
THREE WHO STAYED - Meet three residents of Storybrooke who decided to stay in Storybrooke after the ice wall came down.
THE FAIREST BLOOPERS OF THEM ALL
DELETED SCENES
AUDIO COMMENTARIES
ONCE UPON A TIME: THE COMPLETE FOURTH SEASON
Release Date: August 18th, 2015
Languages/Subtitles: DVD: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Audio/English SDH, French and Spanish Subtitles
Languages/Subtitles: BD: English 2.0 Dolby Digital; 5.1 DTS-HDMA Audio/English SDH, French and Spanish Subtitles
Run Time: Approximately 966 minutes (23 episodes/5 discs) (excludes bonus)
Rating: TV PG DLSV
Studio: ABC Studios
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
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THE ABC TELEVISION NETWORK SPOTLIGHTS THE CREATIVE FORCES AND STARS FROM SOME OF ITS MOST EXCITING SHOWS AT D23 EXPO 2015, WITH EXCLUSIVE Q&As AND AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS
“Once Upon a Time” Panel Features Series Creators/Executive Producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, as well as Stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Lana Parrilla, Who Will Talk About Their Hit ABC Series
BURBANK, Calif. – July 16, 2015 – Be among the first to learn the secrets of what’s ahead on ABC’s most anticipated new and returning fall series, hear from some of the fairy tale residents of “Once Upon a Time” and the very talented performers from the new series “The Muppets,” and meet some of your favorite ABC stars in person during special signing sessions at D23 EXPO: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, where all the worlds of Disney come together, August 14-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Panels and Presentations
Saturday, August 15, 6:00 p.m., Stage 23
“Once Upon a Time’s” savior has gone dark! As Emma Swan transitions into her role as the Dark One, join the resident fairy tale characters as they cope with Emma’s new role and begin the search for Merlin. This is a journey that will take our heroes from the Enchanted Forest to Camelot and along the way bring many surprises, including Merida from “Brave,” as “Once Upon a Time” introduces its first Pixar character. Join co-creators and executive producers Edward Kitsis (“LOST”) and Adam Horowitz (“LOST”) along with series stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Lana Parrilla as they discuss the upcoming season of unexpected twists, evolving characters, new adventures and new rivalries. This panel is sure to bring some surprises you don’t want to miss and an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming season premiere! The Q&A with this fairy tale team will be moderated by D23’s Jeffrey Epstein.
On The Show Floor - Autograph Signings
Meet and receive autographs from some of your favorite ABC stars at the Disney | ABC TV Pavilion booth, located on the show floor. Following is the appearance schedule (subject to change):
Saturday, August 15 5:00-5:40 p.m.
“Once Upon a Time” stars to be announced Sunday, August 16 5:00-5:50 p.m.
“The Goldbergs” stars Sean Giambrone and Hayley Orrantia
“Once Upon a Time” Snow White and Evil Queen Doll Collection Limited Edition of 300, $129.95
Inspired by ABC Studios’ television series “Once Upon a Time,” this collection brings to life the beauty, magic and charm of the iconic fairy tale characters from the show. Exclusively available at Disney Store at D23 EXPO.
Doll Collection Autograph Signing Opportunity with Ginnifer Goodwin (Snow White) and Lana Parrilla (The Evil Queen)
Ginnifer and Lana will sign the “Once Upon a Time” Doll Collection, available exclusively at Disney Store at D23 EXPO. This autograph session will take place on Saturday, August 15 from 4:00 to 4:45 p.m. at the ABC booth on the D23 EXPO show floor, and is exclusively for those guests who have purchased one of the dolls.
Tickets for D23 EXPO 2015 are $74 for a one-day adult admission and $54 for children 3–12. Tickets for members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club are $65 for a one-day adult admission and $48 for children. Multi-day money-saving tickets are also available. D23 Members can save as much as $112 off the price of admission, based on the purchase of four three-day tickets at the D23 Member rate. For more information on tickets and the ticket pricing structure for D23 Members and general admission, visit D23EXPO.com.
About D23 EXPO 2015 - D23 EXPO: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—brings together all the worlds of Disney under one roof for three packed days of presentations, pavilions, experiences, concerts, sneak peeks, shopping, and more. The event provides fans with unprecedented access to Disney films, television, games, theme parks, and celebrities. For the latest D23 EXPO 2015 news, visit D23EXPO.com. Presentations, talent, and schedule subject to change. To join the D23 EXPO conversation, make sure to follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube, and use the hashtag #D23EXPO.
About D23 - The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with members-only content; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year. Fans can join D23 at Gold and General Membership levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube.

“ONCE UPON A TIME” (Season 5)
Master storytellers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (“Lost,” “Tron: Legacy”) invite everyone to join Emma Swan, Snow White, Prince Charming, the Evil Queen, Hook, Rumplestiltskin and all the other resident fairy tale characters as they cope with Emma’s new role as the dark one and they begin the search for Merlin.
“Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry Mills, Michael Socha as Will Scarlet and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
Executive producers are Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz, Steve Pearlman and David H. Goodman. “Once Upon a Time” is produced by ABC Studios.
www.abc.go.com/shows/once-upon-a-time 
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Twitter: @OnceABC, www.twitter.com/OnceABC
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Once Upon a Time - Wishes Come True: We've Got a Date for the '4th Season' on DVD, Blu-ray!
From tvshowsondvd.com Look for it in mid-August on standard and high-def disc formats
We're still waiting on the official announcement from Disney/ABC Studios, but in the meantime this past weekend Amazon.ca - the Canadian branch of the big e-tailer - began showing a pre-order listing for Once Upon a Time - The Complete 4th Season on DVD and also on high-def Blu-ray Disc. According to those entries, the title will be for sale starting August 18th, at CA$56.99 SRP for the DVD and CA$94.99 SRP for the Blu-ray. The USA branch, Amazon.com, also has listings as well, but they are NOT accepting pre-orders there at the time of this writing. There is some early cover art for the packages, though, which we've got below. Keep in mind, however, that these might be early designs and could be subject to change. Stay tuned for updates!

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ABC Marks Best-Since-Premiere Sunday With “Revenge” At A Nearly 8 Month High
Quick Take for Sunday, November 16, 2014
(Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings)
ABC Grows to Best-Since-Premiere Numbers on Sunday and is Up Year to Year
“Once Upon a Time” Builds Year to Year for its 8th Straight Telecast this Season
Sunday Night (11/16/14) - ABC Total Viewer and Adult 18-49 Projections
“Once Upon a Time:” Live + 3 = 9.5 million/3.3 rating and Live + 7 = 10.2 million/3.5 rating
ABC Sunday Prime (7:00-11:00 p.m. – 6.3 million and 1.9/4 in AD18-49):
Up against a strong Sunday Night Football contest (Patriots-Colts) on NBC and another high-rated NFL overrun on Fox (Packers-Eagles), ABC dominated its Sunday non-sports competition on CBS by 36% in Adults 18-49 (1.9/5 vs. 1.4/4).
Growing week to week in viewers (+5%) and young adults (+19%), ABC scored 7-week highs for a best-since-premiere performance – since 9/28/14. In addition, the Net grew by double digits from the same night last November (5.6 million and 1.4/4 on 11/17/13) in Total Viewers (+13%) and Adults 18-49 (+36%).
“Once Upon a Time” (8:00-10:00 p.m. – 6.6 million and 2.4/6 in AD18-49):
From 8:00-10:00 p.m. against NBC’s Sunday Night Football, ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” (2.4/6) beat Fox’s NFL-fueled comedies in Adults 18-49 (+4% -- “The Simpsons”/”Brooklyn 9-9”/”Family Guy”/”Bob’s Burgers” = 2.3/6) and towered over CBS’ dramas “Madam Secretary”/”The Good Wife” (+71% - 1.4/4). The show marked ABC’s best young adult rating in the 2-hour slot in 6 weeks – since 10/5/14.
“Once Upon a Time” grew from its year-ago telecast (+26%) for the 8th consecutive week in Adults 18-49 (1.9/5 on 11/17/13) and season to date, the ABC drama is trending 13% ahead of the same point last year.
A note about increasing DVR penetration and year-to-year rating comparisons: Year-to-year rating comparisons based on the Live + Same Day data stream are distorted by the level of DVR penetration in the Nielsen sample, which has jumped up to 49% currently, from 48% at the same point in 2013. More viewers are watching shows on their own timetables, which may not be reflected in the overnight next day numbers. The only truly valid year-to-year comparison would be one based on the Live + 7 Day metric, once those stats are released by Nielsen.
Source: The Nielsen Company, Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings, 11/16/14.

Winter Comes Early To Disney/ABC Television Group’s WATCH Services
In an unprecedented move for Disney/ABC Television Group's WATCH services, the first act of next Sunday’s highly anticipated premiere of “Once Upon a Time, ” featuring the chilly debut of Elsa from Disney's “Frozen,” is live now for authenticated viewers on WATCH ABC, WATCH Disney Channel and WATCH ABC Family. It will be available to all viewers on each platform beginning FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26. This is the first time all three networks have debuted content from the same show on their WATCH services.
Disney/ABC Television Group's WATCH services enable fans to watch their favorite ABC, ABC Family and Disney Channel programming whenever and wherever they are on desktops, smartphones, tablets and connected TVs. Authenticated subscribers of Comcast, Cablevision, Cox Communications, Charter Communications, DISH, Midcontinent Communications, Verizon FiOS, Google Fiber and AT&T U-verse, among others, can also watch a 24-hour live stream of each network, as well as access advantaged window episodes.
In the season premiere episode “A Tale of Two Sisters,” a scared and confused Elsa finds herself in Storybrooke and, fearful of the intentions of its residents, creates a powerful snow monster for protection. With Robin Hood’s wife, Marian, back in the picture, Regina wonders if her “happily ever after” with the former thief has been completely quashed -- while on their honeymoon, Mr. Gold finds an intriguing object that makes him question whether or not he should officially give Belle control over the dagger that makes him The Dark One, and Hook is dismayed to discover that Emma seems to be avoiding him while she tries to help comfort Regina after being the one responsible for bringing Marian back from the past and into Storybrooke. Meanwhile, in Arendelle of the past, as Elsa’s sister Anna’s wedding to Kristoff nears, Anna discovers that their parents – who died on-ship during a violent storm – were heading to a mysterious destination in a quest that may have held the secret to containing Elsa’s out of control Ice powers. And against Elsa’s wishes, Anna wants to finish their journey to find out what they were looking for, on “Once Upon a Time,” SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
“Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David Nolan, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry, Michael Socha as Will Scarlet and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
Guest starring are Lee Arenberg as Leroy/Grumpy, Faustino Di Bauda as Walter/Sleepy, Giancarlo Esposito as Sidney/Magic Mirror, Sean Maguire as Robin Hood, Georgina Haig as Elsa, Elizabeth Lail as Anna, Scott Michael Foster as Kristoff, Oliver Rice as noble man, Pascale Hutton as regal woman, Raphael Alejandro as Roland, Jason Burkart as Little John, Christie Laing as Maid Marian and John Rhys-Davies as Grand Pabbie.
“A Tale of Two Sisters” was written by Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz and directed by Ralph Hemecker.
“Once Upon a Time” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to the airdate.
For more information on “Once Upon a Time,” visit ABC.com/Once

ONCE UPON A TIME: Storybrooke Has Frozen Over (9/28)
OUR HEROES’ JOURNEY FROM BREAKING THE CURSE, DEALING WITH THE RAMIFICATIONS OF MAGIC IN OUR WORLD, DEFEATING THE WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST AND THE POSSIBLE DANGERS THAT ELSA – THE ICE QUEEN FROM ARENDELLE – HAS IN STORE FOR THEM WILL BE EXPLORED IN ANTICIPATION OF “ONCE UPON A TIME’S” EXCITING FOURTH SEASON PREMIERE, ON “ONCE UPON A TIME: STROYBROOKE HAS FROZEN OVER,” SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 ON ABC
The Special Features Interviews with Executive Producers Eddy Kitsis & Adam Horowitz Discussing What Has Transpired and What is Upcoming
ABC invites new and devoted “Once Upon a Time” viewers to take another look at this popular fantasy series in the new special, “Once Upon a Time: Storybrooke Has Frozen Over,” which will explore the show in a way that will bring new viewers up to date -- but which current viewers will also find illuminating – in anticipation of the exciting fourth season premiere. The special will take a look at the role that family plays in the show and never giving up on the ones you love, our heroes’ journey from breaking the curse to the ramifications of magic in our world, travelling to Neverland to save Henry from an evil Peter Pan, their battle with The Wicked Witch of the West upon their return, and the upcoming presence of Elsa, the Ice Queen from Arendelle, in Storybrooke. The special features interviews with executive producers Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz to help tell the story of “Once Upon a Time: Storybrooke Has Frozen Over,” airing SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 (7:00-8:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Welcome to Storybrooke, Maine, a small town that probably won’t show up on your GPS, but it’s a magical place to visit. Reality and myth merged after Emma broke Regina’s curse, which had deprived the fairy tale characters of their memories and trapped them in our modern world. When they finally regained their identities, our heroes were dismayed to discover that they weren’t transported back to Fairy Tale Land. To make matters worse, Rumplestiltskin – aka Mr. Gold – decided to escalate his power struggle with Regina by introducing magic into the town. But this is our world, and magic always has a tendency to yield unfathomable consequences.
After defeating Zelena - the Wicked Witch of the West - Emma and Hook were pulled into her time portal, which brought them back to the Enchanted Forest of the past. When they accidentally thwarted the initial meeting of Snow White and Prince Charming, Emma and Hook had to find a way to fix the timeline and get them together, or risk altering their futures and possibly obliterating Emma and Henry’s existence -- not an easy task to undertake. When Emma was captured by The Evil Queen, she met a female prisoner scheduled to be executed. Upon finding a way to escape, Emma saved the prisoner’s life by taking her along. But Hook believed the woman’s fate was to die and feared that things could be altered by her continued existence. After successfully getting her parents back on track, Emma, Hook and the prisoner found themselves captured by Rumplestiltskin and imprisoned in a room that contained his most unpredictable magic. With no way to escape, Emma discovered that her own magic had returned, and she was able to whisk herself, Hook and the prisoner back to present day Storybrooke. Upon their joyous return, Emma learned that the prisoner was none other than Robin Hood’s wife, Marian, who was presumed dead in the previous timeline. Regina and Robin Hood had begun to fall madly in love with one another, but with Marian’s return, their relationship could be in danger. And, unbeknownst to anyone, Emma and Hook also brought back Elsa.
You never give up on the people you love…
The Storybrooke residents do not know what Elsa has in store for them. Back in the past, in Elsa’s kingdom of Arendelle, we will discover what happened to her, her sister Anna and Kristoff, and how and why Elsa became a prisoner of Rumplestiltskin. And now that Emma has brought back Robin Hood’s wife, Marian, and possibly sparked the end of Regina’s relationship with him, will she return to her old, evil ways and do everything in her power to get even? And newlyweds Belle and Rumplestiltskin continue to be deeply in love with each other. But Rumple is hiding a secret from Belle; one that, if found out, could destroy their happiness – he continues to be the master of the dagger that calls upon him to be the Dark One. Can Emma and Hook commit to one another, and can these two damaged people take their love to the next level? Mary Margaret and David have a new baby, Prince Neal, and are looking forward to raising him into a proud, brave and loving adult. But they are still sad that they were not able to do this with Emma, instead helping her escape the curse when she was first born and not meeting her again until she was 28 years old. Henry is very happy to have both of his mother’s back in Storybrooke. But with biological mom Emma and paternal grandfather Rumplestiltskin’s blood running through his veins, he will be tested by both the light and the darkness. Finally, Will Scarlet (Michael Socha, “Once Upon a Time in Wonderland”), a former member of Robin Hood’s band of Merry Men, has traveled across many lands to make his way to Storybrooke. He finds himself intertwined in the goings-on in town for the first time as his mysterious past pushes him to an unknown future.
As the season continues, new fairy tale characters will be revealed and old acquaintances will be revisited. But not everyone can be trusted.
“Once Upon a Time” stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David Nolan, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O’Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry, Michael Socha as Will Scarlet and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.
“Once Upon a Time” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to the airdate.

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E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas Are Married! April 13
by Lily Harrison , Melanie Bromley and Marc Malkin Today 7:43 PM PDT
It's official! Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas have tied the knot!
The two Once Upon a Time costars were married today at sunset in an intimate ceremony in front of their close friends and family in the Los Angeles area.
The two first announced that they were engaged back in October of last year after dating for more than a year.
In fact, back in March 2012, a source told E! News that Goodwin (who plays Snow White in the ABC series) and Dallas (who plays Prince Charming) had an "immediate connection when they met" in 2011.
"They were shooting in Canada together," said a source, "and because they were both away from home, they inevitably started to socialize together off the set as well as on—and they got closer as friends."
The insider added, "The relationship has been full-on since the moment it turned romantic. There was no reason to wait and take it slow—they fell in love, and it feels right."
And a baby will soon make three for the newlyweds.
Last November, the good-looking duo announced that they were expecting their first child together.
The proud papa-to-be stopped by Good Morning America to dish about how excited he is for the new addition.
"We just can't wait to meet it," Dallas gushed, adding that they're both "so excited" about becoming parents. Aw!
It looks like it's going to be happily ever after for Snow White and Prince Charming!

ABC’S “RESURRECTION” AND “ONCE UPON A TIME” FINISH AS SUNDAY’S TOP 2 BROADCAST DRAMAS IN ADULTS 18-49 (4/13)
April 14, 2014 Quick Take for Sunday, April 13, 2014
(Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings)
ABC Runs in a Near Tie for No. 1 on Sunday with a Masters-Overrun Boosted CBS
“Once Upon a Time” Wins in Adults 18-49 and is Sunday’s Most-Social Broadcast
ABC Sunday Prime (7:00-11:00 p.m. – 6.0 million and 1.6/5 in AD18-49):
ABC finished in a near tie for No. 1 on Sunday with a Masters Golf Tournament overrun-boosted CBS in Adults 18-49 (1.6/5 vs. 1.7/5), beating Fox by 23% (1.3/4) and NBC by 78% (0.9/3). The Net also earned second in Total Viewers, outdrawing third-place NBC by 2.0 million viewers (6.0 million vs. 4.0 million). Please Note: Overall Adult 18-49 TV usage was down -6% from the prior Sunday (33.9% vs. 36.0%).
ABC’s “Resurrection” and “Once Upon a Time” stood as Sunday’s Top 2 broadcast dramas in Adults 18-49.
“Once Upon a Time” (8:00-9:00 p.m. – 6.3 million and 1.9/6 in AD18-49):
Jumping over its lead-in by 58% at 8:00 p.m., ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” (1.9/6) ranked No. 1 against its regular competition for the 6th consecutive week among Adults 18-49. The ABC drama was once again the No. 1 most social broadcast series on Sunday night with 38,302 tweets.
A note about increasing DVR penetration and year-to-year rating comparisons: Year-to-year rating comparisons based on the Live + Same Day data stream are distorted by the level of DVR penetration in the Nielsen sample, which has jumped up to 49% currently, from 47% at the same point in 2013. More viewers are watching shows on their own timetables, which may not be reflected in the overnight next day numbers. The only truly valid year-to-year comparison would be one based on the Live + 7 Day metric, once those stats are released by Nielsen.

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