Univision 2005-2006 Line-up.

Univision today unveiled its programming schedule for the 2005-2006 season. This season has been exceptional for Univision, with Adult 18-49 viewership up 25% and Adult 18-34 viewership up 38%. Univision continues to be the 5th largest network — in any language — averaging 2.2 million Adults 18-49 and 1.4 million Adults 18-34 in primetime. On 146 out of the 231 nights so far this season, Univision beat either ABC, CBS, NBC or FOX, drawing a larger total Adult 18-34 audience. In addition, on 21 nights this season, Univision attracted more total Adult 18-34 viewers than any other network, ranking as the #1 television network in the entire country.

“This season Univision has truly entered a new era; we now consistently beat at least one of the ‘Big 4’ English-language networks, attracting more young viewers on nearly two out of every three nights this season,” said Alina Falcon, Executive Vice President and Operating Manager, Univision Television Network. “The network is getting stronger every day, and our prospects going into 2005-2006 have never been better. We pride ourselves on being the network of mega events, and in the upcoming season the Latin GRAMMY® awards and the 2006 World Cup will be added to our unparalleled lineup of special programming. We are also revolutionizing late night television with our new talk show, just as we did with morning television when we launched ‘Despierta America’ eight years ago. And of special note in the upcoming season, respected journalist and news anchor Jorge Ramos will bring the issues of importance and special interest to the U.S. Hispanic community to the forefront with a new weekend morning news show.”

“Our ability to promote across a broad family of media assets coupled with a deep, unique understanding of our audiences’ preferences has made us a regular in the ‘Big 4’ and a formidable competitor in the overall broadcast television landscape,” said Dennis McCauley, Co-President, Network Sales. “In the current season, our audience has grown more than any other broadcast network in the most sought-after 18-49 demographic, and it is clear that Univision’s distinct brand resonates with both our audiences and our advertisers now more than ever. For the upcoming season, we’re thrilled once again to be the Spanish-language home of the World Cup, which attracted 35 million viewers four years ago and is sure to be an even greater success in 2006 with more accessible game times live from Germany. Advertisers looking for alternative places for their dollars this season should look no further than the Univision Networks — the Hispanic population and its buying power are booming, and we are able to provide advertisers with a multifaceted marketing opportunity to effectively reach this essential demographic.”

New Programs

Sports

” “World Cup 2006″ is the most exciting, prestigious and popular sporting event in the world. Univision will once again have the exclusive Spanish-language rights to offer the U.S. Hispanic community unmatched LIVE television broadcasts of all 64 FIFA World Cup matches. We will feature over 300 hours of coverage ranging from highlights to round-the-clock stories and news, beginning with the opening ceremony and festivities in June and going all the way through the final match and recaps in July.

Primetime Novelas

With superstar casts, lavish productions, fast-paced action sequences and riveting storylines, Univision’s novelas captivate audiences like no other programming on television.

” “El Amor no Tiene Precio,” produced entirely in the United States with an international all-star cast, this youth-appeal story comes to us from the writer of last season’s smash-hit “Amor Real.”
” “Contra Viento y Marea,” shot in the most exotic locations in Mexico and Latin America, this story is about a woman forced to choose between two brothers.
” “Barrera de Amor” is a tale of passion and suspense set in the colorful world of bull fighting, where life and death hang in the balance and love and honor are at stake.
” “La Esposa Virgen” is destined to become a ratings phenomenon. It tells the compelling story of a young woman forced to wed an older, richer man against her wishes. Audiences will undoubtedly be hooked by the power of the storyline and the passion of the talent behind it.
” “Alborada,” from the creative team that brought us “Amor Real,” this epic novela is set in the late 1800s era of the French-imposed Mexican monarchy.
” “Piel de Otoño” features an all-star cast in an extraordinary production that includes shooting on location in Spain and is sure to be another blockbuster novela hit. It tells the touching story of three best friends whose life stories intertwine over the course of several decades.

Late-Night Entertainment Variety

” “¡Ay Qué Noche!” will revolutionize late-night television entertainment the way that “Despierta América” changed mornings forever. Live studio audience participation is key to the unique format of this original Univision production, which features incredible stage acts, exclusive celebrity interviews and top musical performances. (Monday-Friday, 12:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. ET)

News

” “Punto de Encuentro con Jorge Ramos” offers no-holds-barred discussions on the most important topics to the Hispanic community between today’s most important newsmakers and host Jorge Ramos. (Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET)

Weekend Daytime

” “Código Fama – International” will follow thousands of kids from 20 nations around the world as they represent their countries and compete in the first and biggest worldwide reality talent search for kids. (Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET)
” “Incógnito” introduces you to Facundo, who, along with and the Incógnito team, will capture antics on hidden camera, making for one surprise after another. (Saturday, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET)

Primetime Special Events

As the Network of mega-events, Univision adds two more exciting specials to its unmatched lineup in 2005-2006.

” “The Latin GRAMMY® Awards” – one of the Latin recording industry’s most coveted awards – is set to be presented entirely in Spanish on the nation’s #1 Spanish-language broadcast television network for the first time ever. Viewers are invited to witness one of the most exciting special events on Hispanic America’s “mega-event” network in what is sure to be a historic night on Univision. (November 3, 2005)
” “Chespirito: 35 Años en Nuestro Corazón” is an all-star tribute to Hispanic entertainment’s beloved living legend, Roberto Gómez Bolaños “Chespirito.” (November 2005)

Quarterly Primetime Specials

” “En Exclusiva con Myrka Dellanos,” hosted by People en Español’s 2005 Star of the Year, features today’s hottest stars and most controversial celebrities in a series of specials guaranteed to invoke conversation at home, work and around town.
” “Cristina Presenta: Soñando Contigo” leads audiences step-by-step through the process as Cristina Saralegui makes dreams come true. These heartwarming stories and extreme life transformations are guaranteed to leave participants and viewers changed forever.

Returning Favorites

Primetime — 10:00 p.m. Variety Block

” “Cristina” brings back primetime’s Queen of Talk – Cristina Saralegui – for another season of the Emmy-Award winning, internationally renowned program that remains the most successful talk show on Spanish-language television. (Monday, 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET)
” “Don Francisco Presenta” features the most popular host on Hispanic television, who brings the biggest Hispanic personalities to Univision for a primetime celebrity talk show. (Wednesday, 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET)
” “Aquí y Ahora,” hosted by Teresa Rodríguez, María Elena Salinas and Jorge Ramos, is once again slated to bring viewers an hour of compelling in-depth investigations, consumer reports and hard-hitting interviews. (Thursday, 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET)
Daytime
” “Despierta América” is the most-watched live early-morning talk-news-variety show on Spanish-language television and remains Hispanic America’s favorite way to begin the day, as Fernando Arau, Ana María Canseco, Raúl González and Neida Sandoval enhance the morning news with humor and entertainment. (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. ET)
” “Casos de Familia” is a touching reflection of family drama hosted by talk-show veteran Judith Grace, whose sensibility allows guests to open up, revealing solutions to their problems. (Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET)
” “Trato Hecho,” well-loved by its countless devotees, returns in 2005-2006 with host Guillermo Huesca as one of the biggest daytime game show hits. (Monday-Friday, 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET)

Early Fringe

” “El Gordo y La Flaca” gives Hispanic America a behind-the-scenes look at television, film and music. Expert hosts Raúl De Molina and Lili Estefan reveal the world of Latin entertainment through the most impressive celebrity news and exclusive daily interviews. (Monday-Friday, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET)

” “Primer Impacto” and “Primer Impacto Fin de Semana,” the #1 newsmagazine show in the nation among Hispanic viewers, returns with the top headlines and exclusives brought to audiences by hosts Bárbara Bermudo and Fernando del Rincón during the week and Carmen Dominicci and Verónica del Castillo on weekends. (Monday-Sunday, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET)

News and Newsmagazines

” “Noticiero Univision,” acknowledged by millions of Spanish-speaking television viewers as the most trustworthy and accurate news source in the U.S., guarantees instant, thorough and reliable information on all of the day’s breaking news. Audiences know and trust returning hosts Jorge Ramos and María Elena Salinas as well as weekend anchors María Antonieta Collins and Sergio Urquidi. (Monday-Sunday, 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ET)
” “Noticiero Univision – Ultima Hora,” hosted by veteran anchor Enrique Gratas, offers viewers the last word on the most important events of the past 24 hours at the end of each day. (Monday-Sunday, 11:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. ET)
” “Noticias Univision Presenta” features one-hour specials throughout the year that focus on deeper, more complete news and analysis of those issues that are of particular interest to the Hispanic community.

Weekend Daytime

” “Control,” returns with popular host Karla Martinez, who reports on the topics that interest today’s young adults – from fashion to fitness to romance to careers – in the hip, contemporary style they prefer best. (Saturday, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET)
” “Caliente,” created especially for Hispanic teens and hosted by Rafael Mercadante, features live performances by internationally famous recording artists taped on location at the hippest, most electrifying beaches and resorts in the world. (Saturday, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET)
” “Qué Locura” features the most outrageous pranks – played on famous celebrities – revealed to audience members by hidden camera. (Sunday, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET)

Weekend Primetime

” “Sábado Gigante,” featuring legendary host Don Francisco, remains the longest running variety show in television history. A Saturday night tradition in most Hispanic homes throughout America, Sábado Gigante reaches more Hispanic viewers than any other weekend show on television.” (Saturday, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET)
” “Asi Es…Gilberto Gless” is back for another season – the hilarious Gilberto Gless will continue to deliver good-natured humor by impersonating Hispanic entertainment’s biggest stars through 2006. (Saturday, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET)
” “La Parodia” continues to entertain audiences with a full hour of parody at its finest, performed by well-loved
comics and actors who impersonate and joke about everything imaginable. (Sunday, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET)
” “La Hora Pico” gives some of the funniest Hispanic comedians the opportunity to display their best performances. (Sunday, 9:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET)
” “Ver Para Creer,” with Fernando del Rincón and Rosana Franco, brings viewers a mesmerizing hour of dramatic and mysterious people and places from around the world. (Sunday, 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET)

Sports

As the uncontested leader in sports coverage, the Univision Network will continue to bring Hispanic America more in-depth information about their favorite events, teams and athletes.

” “Fútbol Liga Mexicana,” returns to offer viewers the most comprehensive coverage of the exciting premier Mexican soccer division with hosts Pablo Ramírez and Jesús Bracamontes. (Live, Sunday, 1:00 p.m. ET)
” “República Deportiva,” hosted by Fernando Fiore and Rosana Franco, keeps viewers up to speed on the latest sports developments, highlights and classic moments. (Sunday, 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. ET)

Primetime Specials

The Univision Network’s special events are always top-rated audience favorites. Univision broadcasts more special events and programs than any other U.S. Spanish-language network, airing the premiere musical events, festivals, beauty pageants and award ceremonies in the Spanish-speaking world.

This season’s upcoming spectacular primetime productions will include:

” “Premio Lo Nuestro a La Música Latina, 18th Edition” is the first and longest-standing music awards program and remains a favorite among audiences, who continue to tune in to this program in ever-increasing numbers. Broadcast live from Miami, it features guest appearances and sensational performances by world-famous Latin artists and is watched by millions of music fans internationally. (February 2006)
” “Premios Juventud” debuted as an enormous success last year, and this season will return once again to celebrate the hottest pop culture icons and rising teen stars. (May 2006)
” “¡Feliz 2006!” rings in the New Year with nonstop celebrity guests and live remote broadcasts from urban centers around the globe as master of ceremonies Don Francisco leads audiences in celebrating Hispanic-America’s #1 New Year’s fiesta. (December 31, 2005, 11:00 p.m.)
” “Premios TV y Novelas XXIII” features the most popular actors, comedians, anchors and show hosts on Spanish-language television, who are recognized during this award show by “TV y Novelas” magazine readers. (November 2005)
” “Premios Furia Musical” honors the best in Tex-Mex, Banda, Tropical and traditional Mexican favorites, who are commemorated by their biggest fans, readers of Furia Musical magazine. (February 2006)
” “Premios ¡Oye!”, hosted by Mexico’s National Academy of Music and presented at a ceremony that is attended by superstar guests and world-famous recording artists, these awards recognize the very best in international music talent. (May 2006)
” “Nuestra Belleza de México” is the glamorous beauty pageant where women from every Mexican state compete for the title of “Miss Mexico” and the opportunity to compete in international pageants. (September 2005)
” “Miss Venezuela” is one of the most recognized beauty pageants in the world, where the beautiful and talented winner will go on to compete for the title of “Miss Universe.” (September 2005)
” “Festival Mariachi Disney” takes viewers to Florida’s Walt Disney World to enjoy a festival of the finest Mariachi singers from across the nation. (November 2005)