'Elena and the Secret of Avalor' Set to Premiere November 20, Cast Includes Sara Ramirez, Ana Ortiz, Darcy Rose Byrnes

Elena and the Secret of Avalor premieres November 20.

Elena and the Secret of Avalor, a special television movie event, premieres as a special simulcast Sunday, November 20 at 7 p.m. ET, on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. The TV movie tells the backstory of how Elena was imprisoned in her magical amulet by the evil sorceress Shuriki, voiced by legendary actress Jane Fonda, and eventually set free by Princess Sofia of Enchancia. Elena's anthem "My Time," performed by Aimee Carrero (voice of Princess Elena), makes its debut in the special TV movie. Elena and the Secret of Avalor will also be available on the Disney Channel and Disney Junior apps and Disney Channel VOD beginning Sunday, November 20.

On October 18, Disney Publishing will release a hardcover picture book titled "Elena of Avalor: Elena and the Secret of Avalor."

In addition to Carrero and Fonda, the voice cast includes: Ariel Winter as Sofia; Sara Ramirez as Queen Miranda; Chris Parnell, Yvette Nicole Brown and Carlos Alazraqui as the jaquins Migs, Luna and Skylar, respectively; Jenna Ortega as Princess Isabel; Ana Ortiz as Rafa; Darcy Rose Byrnes as Princess Amber; Tyler Merna as Prince James; Travis Willingham as King Roland; Barbara Dirickson as Flora; Emiliano Díez as Francisco; Julia Vera as Luisa; Christian Lanz as Chancellor Esteban; Jillian Rose Reed as Naomi; Joseph Haro as Mateo; Jorge Diaz as Gabe; Keith Ferguson as Zuzo; and Joe Nunez as Armando.

Elena and the Secret of Avalor combines the creative teams from Sofia the First and Elena of Avalor. The TV movie was written by Craig Gerber and directed by Jamie Mitchell, both of whom serve as executive producers. John Kavanaugh serves as songwriter/music director and Kevin Kliesch is the composer. "Elena and the Secret of Avalor" is a production of Disney Television Animation and carries a TV-Y parental guideline.

For 2016 to date, Elena of Avalor and Sofia the First have reached 75 million Total Viewers, generated 51 million consumer engagements on the Disney Channel/Disney Junior apps, and rank among the Top 5 animated cable TV series in Kids 2-11 and across kids cable networks in Total Viewers. Furthermore, "Sofia the First" is the No. 1 cable TV series among Girls 2-5.

'Devious Maids' Renewed for Fourth Season on Lifetime

Roselyn Sanchez, Dania Ramirez, Ana Ortiz and Judy Reyes star
in Devious Maids. Photo by Annette Brown Copyright 2015

A month after its superb third season ended, Devious Maids has been renewed for a fourth by Lifetime, it was announced today by Liz Gateley, Executive Vice President of Programming for Lifetime. The network has ordered 10 episodes of the primetime soap, which stars Ana Ortiz, Dania Ramírez, Roselyn Sánchez, Judy Reyes and Susan Lucci.

Regarding the announcement, Gateley, said, “Devious Maids is a steady hit that continues to deliver for us. It has found a loyal audience that is socially engaged with the show. The entire writing and production team worked hard to up the storytelling this year and the cast delivered great performances, so the show just gets better and better. I am very excited to renew it for another season.”

'Devious Maids' Will Return in 2015 For Season 3

Lifetime will air the third season of Devious Maids in 2015.

Lifetime has renewed its hit series Devious Maids for a 13-episode third season. Executive produced by Marc Cherry and Eva Longoria, Devious Maids Ana Ortiz, Dania Ramírez, Roselyn Sánchez, Edy Ganem, Judy Reyes and Susan Lucci.

"We are thrilled to be bringing Devious Maids back for another season. Marc Cherry has created a uniquely twisted world that blends his comic wit with devilishly ingenious characters and plot twists," said Rob Sharenow, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Lifetime.

Devious Maids is set in a world where murder and mayhem collide in the mansions of Beverly Hills' wealthiest and most powerful families. Class warfare has never been as fun and dirty as it is in the tiny enclave where the staff is as clever, witty and downright devilish as their employers. The series centers on a close-knit group of maids, Marisol (Ortiz), Rosie (Ramírez), Carmen (Sánchez), Valentina (Ganem) and Zoila (Reyes), who are bonded together by their jobs, life struggles and the melodramatic universe that engulfs their employers. Devious Maids also stars Grant Show, Rebecca Wisocky, Tom Irwin, Drew Van Acker and Mark Deklin.

Season 2 of Devious Maids, which concluded July 13th, fueled Lifetime to be the number one cable network in its Sunday 10-11pm time period with Total Females, Women 18+, Women 25-54 and Women 18-49. In its freshman season, the series was Lifetime's fastest-growing drama ever.

Inspired by the hit telenovela Ellas son… la alegría del hogar and created by Marc Cherry, Devious Maids is produced by ABC Studios.

Season 3, which will air next year, will be executive produced by Cherry, Sabrina Wind (Desperate Housewives) and Eva Longoria (Desperate Housewives). Joining them is the creative team of Ric Swartzlander (Cougar Town), Brian Tanen (Desperate Housewives), Larry Shuman (Kissing Miranda), David Lonner, John Mass and Televisa USA’s Paul Presburger and Michael Garcia.

'Devious Maids' Preview: Proof

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Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("Proof") on Sunday, July 6 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Marisol tries to find out the truth about Nick's past; Zoila struggles with her feelings for Javier and Pablo; Carmen baby-sits Spence's son; Rosie recruits Lucinda and Didi's help to rescue Kenneth; Valentina talks to the police about Ethan.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: You Can’t Take It With You

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Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("You Can’t Take It With You") on Sunday, June 29 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

When Marisol confronts Opal about Nicholas' accident and threatens to turn her into the police, things take a violent turn. Valentina finds herself in trouble, bringing Zoila and Pablo together to help her. Rosie continues to investigate her suspicions about Reggie. Carmen attempts to help Spence when his drinking starts affecting his job. Adrian learns the truth about Tony.

Carolyn Hennesy guest stars.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: Long Day’s Journey Into Night

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Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("Long Day’s Journey Into Night") on Sunday, June 22 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Marisol is shocked by a secret that Nicholas reveals, while in a pill-induced haze. Meanwhile, Rosie pledges to save Kenneth after a mysterious fall; Zoila forces Genevieve to face her mother (guest star June Squibb); Valentina asks Remi to help Ethan; and Spence leans on Carmen when he gets some bad news.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: June Squibb Guest Stars as Genevieve's Mother in "The Visit"

June Squibb guest stars in Devious Maids. Photo Credit: Lifetime

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("The Visit") on Sunday, June 15 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Unbeknownst to Rosie (Dania Ramírez), Reggie (Reggie Austin) moves forward with his plans to tear apart the Miller household. Genevieve (Susan Lucci) is surprised when her estranged mother (June Squibb) shows up at her door thanks to Zoila. Marisol (Ana Ortiz) deals with a gossipy new hire at the Deering mansion. Ty's (Gideon Glick) obsession with Carmen (Roselyn Sánchez) takes a violent turn. Adrian (Tom Irwin) begins to suspect Tony (Dominic Adams) may not be who he claims.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: "Night, Mother"

Mark Deklin and Ana Ortiz. Photo Credit: Lifetime

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("Night, Mother") on Sunday, June 8 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Nicholas asks Marisol a surprising question. Opal turns to Ethan for help. Genevieve invites Zoila and Javier over for dinner. Valentina gets caught in the crossfire of Evelyn and Adrian trying to outsmart each other. Carmen and Spence deal with Ty misbehaving. Lucinda and Rosie argue about her behavior.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: Betrayal

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Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("Betrayal") on Sunday, June 1 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Marisol (Ana Ortiz) convinces Nicholas (Mark Deklin) to get rid of Opal; Reggie grows jealous when he learns of Rosie's (Dania Ramírez) history with Spence (Grant Show); Carmen (Roselyn Sánchez) tries to let Ty (Gideon Click) down easy; Zoila (Judy Reyes) gets closer to Javier (Ivan Hernandez); Adrian (Tom Irwin) is suspicious of the relationship between Evelyn (Rebecca Wisocky) and Tony.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: The Bad Seed

Nicholas Deering (Mark Deklin).  Photo Credit: Lifetime

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season with a new episode ("The Bad Seed") on Sunday, May 18 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Nicholas (Mark Deklin) is jealous over Marisol's (Ana Ortiz) growing friendship with her book editor. Lucinda (Kimberly Hebert Gregor) crosses the line with Rosie (Dania Ramírez). A new visitor creates problems for Carmen (Roselyn Sánchez). Tony (Dominic Adams) makes a decision that doesn't sit well with Evelyn (Rebecca Wisocky). Things get complicated for Valentina (Edy Ganem) and Ethan.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: Crimes of the Heart

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Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season on Sunday, May 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

In the episode titled "Crimes of the Heart," Marisol suspects Nicholas may be hiding a secret; Genevieve encourages Zoila to take a date to a family event in order to make Pablo jealous; Evelyn tries to spend more time with Tony by driving Adrian out of the house; Carmen's new job leads to conflict between her and Rosie; Valentina and Ethan get closer; Genevieve gets some unexpected news about Remi.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: Dangerous Liaisons

Genevieve (Susan Lucci) tries to support Zoila. Photo Credit: Lifetime

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season on Sunday, May 4 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

In the episode, "Dangerous Liaisons," Marisol (Ana Ortiz) discovers some shocking news about her fiancé Nicholas (Mark Deklin) and Opal (Joanna Adler). Dissatisfied with the doctor that Didi's (Tiffany Hines) provided for Kenneth, Rosie (Dania Ramirez) takes Kenneth (Willie C. Carpenter) to a specialist who provides them newfound hope. Carmen (Roselyn Sánchez) prepares for her performance debut in front of industry bigwigs, but when reality hits she struggles to perform. Genevieve (Susan Lucci) tries to show her support by inviting Zoila (Judy Reyes) to a luncheon. Increasingly wary of Adrian's (Tom Irwin) behavior, Evelyn (Rebecca Wisocky) finds comfort elsewhere. Valentina (Edy Ganem) struggles to get over Remi.

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'Devious Maids' Preview: Meet the Millers

Rosie starts a new job working for the Millers. Photo Credit: Lifetime

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids continues its second season on Sunday, April 27 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

In the episode, "The Dark at the Top of the Stairs," when Carmen feels threatened by an old flame from Alejandro's past, she goes to great lengths to make sure her career isn’t in jeopardy. Zoila intervenes with Valentina's job, while ignoring the problems arising at home with her husband, Pablo. Rosie starts a new job working for Kenneth Miller (Willie C. Carpenter), a post-stroke patriarch, and his dysfunctional family. Marisol tries to make peace with Opal. Peri threatens Spence into staying in their marriage. As Adrian copes with the home invasion, he fails to protect Evelyn in a dangerous situation.

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'Devious Maids' Season 2 Premiere Preview

Lifetime's hit primetime serial Devious Maids kicks off its second season on Sunday, April 20, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The series is executive produced by Marc Cherry and Eva Longoria, and stars Ana Ortiz, Dania Ramírez, Roselyn Sánchez, Edy Ganem and Judy Reyes as five maids with ambition and dreams of their own while working for the rich and famous in Beverly Hills. Longoria directed the series' eagerly anticipated season two opener, marking her television directorial debut.

Devious Maids is set in a world where murder and mayhem collide in the mansions of Beverly Hills' wealthiest and most powerful families. Class warfare has never been as fun and dirty as it is in the tiny enclave where the staff is as clever, witty and downright as devilish as their employers. The series centers on a close-knit group of maids, Marisol (Ortiz), Rosie (Ramírez), Carmen (Sánchez), Valentina (Ganem) and Zoila (Reyes), who are bonded together by their jobs, life struggles and the melodramatic universe that engulfs their employers. Devious Maids also stars Susan Lucci, Grant Show, Rebecca Wisocky, Tom Irwin, Mariana Klaveno, Matt Cedeño, Melinda Page Hamilton and Drew Van Acker. Joining the cast this season are Dominic Adams (Romancing the Joan), Joanna Adler (Orange Is the New Black) and Colin Woodell (Criminal Minds).

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REVENGE "Resurgence" Sneak Peek, Ana Ortiz Guest Stars

Gabriel Mann, Brendan Ford and Ana Ortiz. Photo
Credit: ABC/Richard Cartwright

Season 3 of REVENGE continues on Sunday, November 10 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Resurgence," Conrad hires famed party-girl turned PR mastermind Bizzy Preston (Ana Ortiz, DEVIOUS MAIDS) to restore the Grayson family name, while Emily sinks her teeth deeper into her plan and Nolan has a revenge-agenda of his own.

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DEVIOUS MAIDS Season Finale Preview

Marc Cherry's latest primetime soap opera DEVIOUS MAIDS wraps up its first season on Sunday, September 22nd at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime.

In the season finale, "Totally Clean," the mystery surrounding Flora's death comes to light.

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DEVIOUS MAIDS "Getting Out the Blood" Preview

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Marc Cherry's latest primetime soap opera DEVIOUS MAIDS continues its first season on Sunday, September 15th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime.

In this week's episode, "Getting Out the Blood," Marisol puts herself in harm’s way as she digs deeper into Flora’s murder. Peri goes through great lengths to get Rosie to forgive her. Carmen rekindles her relationship with Sam after seeing how lonely Alejandro is, despite his fame. Zoila continues to disapprove of Genevieve and Phillipe’s relationship. Remi makes a major decision, putting Valentina in a difficult position.

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DEVIOUS MAIDS "Cleaning Out the Closet" Preview

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Marc Cherry's latest primetime soap opera DEVIOUS MAIDS continues its first season on Sunday, September 8th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime.

In this week's episode, "Cleaning Out the Closet," Alejandro and Carmen have different opinions about his new relationship. Marisol gets closer to the truth, as Taylor and Michael become suspicious of her true intentions. Rosie cleans up a serious mess for Peri. Philippe and Genevieve grow closer, but Zoila doesn’t buy that he’s changed his philandering ways.

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DEVIOUS MAIDS "Hanging the Drapes" Preview

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Marc Cherry's latest primetime soap opera DEVIOUS MAIDS continues its first season on Sunday, August 25th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime.

In this week's episode, "Hanging the Drapes," Valentina worries Remi will hate her when he returns from rehab. Rosie wants Spence to defend her honor after Adrian propositions her. Marisol learns her son was caught up in nefarious activities. Carmen has trouble going through with a favor for Alejandro. Taylor and Michael have exciting news.

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DEVIOUS MAIDS "Scrambling the Eggs" Preview

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Marc Cherry's latest primetime soap opera DEVIOUS MAIDS continues its first season on Sunday, August 18th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime.

In this week's episode, "Scrambling the Eggs," Evelyn (Rebecca Wisocky) uses what she discovers about Rosie (Dania Ramirez) and Spence (Grant Show) to vie for more time with Tucker. Genevieve (Susan Lucci) confides to Zoila (Judy Reyes) about Alfred's request regarding Valentina. Marisol (Ana Ortiz) is wary of Michael (Brett Cullen) after she discovers some new information about Flora. Alejandro's (Matt Cedeno) reaction to Odessa's (Melinda Page Hamilton) cancer doesn't sit well with Carmen.

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