MANNY HALLEY PRODUCTIONS' STAR-STUDDED MOCKUMENTARY COMEDY SERIES "LOT PATROL" GREENLIT BY BET
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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
In the May 13 session, PSKY declined 2.06%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 07 | Content partnership | Positive | -1.4% | Multi-year first-look film partnership with Warner Music Group announced. |
| May 07 | Conference appearance | Neutral | -1.4% | CFO scheduled to speak at MoffettNathanson media and internet conference. |
| May 04 | Q1 2026 earnings | Neutral | -4.2% | Company reported Q1 2026 financial results and hosted earnings webcast. |
| Apr 23 | Merger approval step | Positive | -4.5% | WBD stockholders approved merger agreement with Paramount Skydance. |
| Apr 17 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +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.
Recent PSKY headlines, including earnings, merger progress and partnerships, have often been followed by negative next-day moves, suggesting a pattern of selling into news.
Over the past month, PSKY has reported Q1 2026 results, advanced its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, and announced a $0.05 quarterly dividend. It also entered a multi‑year theatrical film partnership with Warner Music Group and scheduled a CFO conference appearance. Despite these seemingly constructive updates, 24‑hour reactions were negative after several items, indicating investors have been cautious even on news that expands content and outlines financing for the planned Q3 2026 combination.
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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
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major
"LOT PATROL shines a light on the people behind the scenes who keep
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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