MANNY HALLEY PRODUCTIONS' STAR-STUDDED MOCKUMENTARY COMEDY SERIES "LOT PATROL" GREENLIT BY BET

Manny Halley Productions' “LOT PATROL”, a half-hour mockumentary comedy series, has been greenlit by BET, part of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq:PSKY).

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Manny Halley Productions' “LOT PATROL”, a half-hour mockumentary comedy series, has been greenlit by BET, part of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq:PSKY).

The show follows eccentric security guards on a Hollywood backlot, features a large ensemble cast, and aligns with BET’s focus on community, culture, and connection.

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News Market Reaction – PSKY

On May 13, the day this news came out, PSKY closed 2.06% below the previous close.

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Market Context

This announcement underscores PSKY’s focus on culturally resonant, behind‑the‑scenes storytelling th...

Analysis

This announcement underscores PSKY’s focus on culturally resonant, behind‑the‑scenes storytelling through BET, adding LOT PATROL as a half‑hour mockumentary series. In the broader context of recent filings detailing $7.3 billion in Q1 revenue and maintained 2026 guidance of $30 billion, investors may watch how new BET titles contribute to Studios and Direct‑to‑Consumer performance, as well as how they support engagement and monetization across PSKY’s evolving segment structure.

Key Figures

Series length: Half-hour BET history: Over four decades PSKY share price: $10.69 +3 more

Series length

Half-hour

Format of LOT PATROL comedy series

BET history

Over four decades

Time BET has served Black audiences

PSKY share price

$10.69

Pre-news current price from market context

52-week high

$20.86

PSKY 52-week high from market context

52-week low

$8.615

PSKY 52-week low from market context

Market cap

$12,198,986,332

PSKY market capitalization pre-news

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 07

5 events

1. May 07

   Content partnership

   24h Move

   -1.4%

   Multi-year first-look film partnership with Warner Music Group announced.

2. May 07

   Conference appearance

   24h Move

   -1.4%

   CFO scheduled to speak at MoffettNathanson media and internet conference.

3. May 04

   Q1 2026 earnings

   24h Move

   -4.2%

   Company reported Q1 2026 financial results and hosted earnings webcast.

4. Apr 23

   Merger approval step

   24h Move

   -4.5%

   WBD stockholders approved merger agreement with Paramount Skydance.

5. Apr 17

   Dividend declaration

   24h Move

   +0.7%

   Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

mockumentary

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"Shot in a sharp-witted mockumentary style, LOT PATROL blends absurd encounters..."

A mockumentary is a fictional film or video that imitates the style and conventions of a documentary—like a staged news report—using invented events and characters to tell a story. For investors, mockumentaries matter because they can shape public perception of industries, products, or companies, affecting brand reputation, consumer behavior, and ultimately market value; think of it as a crafted story that can sway how people feel about an investment.

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Starring DeRay Davis, Carl Anthony Payne, Skeet Carter, Tamera Kissen, Darius McCrary, TK Kirkland, Alex Thomas, Nick Nervies, Dawn Raven, Iyana Halley, and G Thang, the Half-Hour Series Goes Behind the Gates of a Major Hollywood Studio, Where the Real Show Is Always Off Camera

NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Manny Halley Productions' LOT PATROL has been greenlit by BET, a new original comedy series. The series offers a laugh-out-loud look at Hollywood from a perspective the industry rarely lets you see.

A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives. Shot in a sharp-witted mockumentary style, LOT PATROL blends absurd encounters, razor-sharp urban humor, and unexpectedly heartfelt moments, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the industry through the eyes of those barely holding it together.

"LOT PATROL shines a light on the people behind the scenes who keep Hollywood running, told with humor, heart, and a bit of chaos," said Halley. "It's a fresh, culturally rooted take on the industry, and we're excited to partner with BET to bring this story to life."

LOT PATROL stars DeRay Davis (21 Jump Street, Semi-Pro), Carl Anthony Payne, (Martin, House Party), Tamera Kissen (White Men Can't Jump, House Party), Darius McCrary (Family Matters, Transformers), and Skeet Carter, TK Kirkland, Alex Thomas, Nick Nervies, Dawn Raven, Iyana Halley, and G Thang. Erik White directs, with Ernest L. Dancy and Manny Halley serving as chief writers.

Together, they bring to life a comedy series rooted in BET's pillars of community, culture, and connection, finding all three in the most unlikely crew: underpaid dreamers, washed-up has-beens, and borderline con artists just trying to hold it together on the world's most chaotic lot.

ABOUT BET MEDIA GROUP
The BET Media Group, a unit of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), is the world's largest media company rooted in community, culture, and connection for the Black community. For over four decades, BET has served as a trusted home for Black audiences, amplifying authentic stories, elevating Black voices, and creating spaces where culture thrives and community comes together.

Through a powerful portfolio of brands—including BET, BET Her, BET Studios, and VH1—along with FAST channels such as BET Tyler Perry Comedy, BET Tyler Perry Drama, BET Comedy Movies, BET Cinema, BET Classics, BET Visionaries, BET Throwbacks, and BET Pluto, BET connects audiences across cable, digital, live events, studios, and global platforms. Together, these platforms deliver culturally resonant content that reflects the depth, creativity, and impact of the Black experience.

For more information, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms. For additional announcements, visit paramountpressexpress.com/bet/.

ABOUT IMANI MEDIA GROUP
Imani Media Group, founded by Manny Halley, is a Los Angeles–based entertainment company encompassing film and television production, music management, and culturally relevant storytelling. The company distributes its content through its Faith Media Distribution arm and leverages strategic partnerships to develop and deliver projects across streaming, television, and theatrical platforms.

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What is Manny Halley Productions' new BET series "LOT PATROL" about?

"LOT PATROL" is a half-hour mockumentary comedy following eccentric security guards on a chaotic Hollywood backlot. According to Manny Halley Productions, it blends absurd encounters, urban humor, and heartfelt moments from a behind-the-scenes industry perspective.

Which actors star in the BET comedy series "LOT PATROL" associated with PSKY?

"LOT PATROL" stars DeRay Davis, Carl Anthony Payne, Tamera Kissen, Darius McCrary, Skeet Carter and others. According to Manny Halley Productions, the ensemble portrays underpaid dreamers, has-beens, and borderline con artists working on a hectic studio lot.

Who is directing and writing the BET series "LOT PATROL" connected to Paramount (Nasdaq: PSKY)?

Erik White directs "LOT PATROL," with Ernest L. Dancy and Manny Halley as chief writers. According to the company, this team crafts a sharp-witted mockumentary rooted in BET’s pillars of community, culture, and connection.

How does "LOT PATROL" fit BET Media Group’s content strategy under PSKY?

"LOT PATROL" aligns with BET’s focus on community, culture, and connection for Black audiences. According to BET Media Group, its portfolio delivers culturally resonant content across cable, digital, live events, studios, and global platforms.

What role does Imani Media Group play in the "LOT PATROL" project?

Imani Media Group, founded by Manny Halley, underpins the production through its film and television operations. According to the company, it leverages partnerships and its Faith Media Distribution arm to deliver culturally relevant projects across streaming, TV, and theatrical platforms.