As expected, the Weinsteins appealed
the judge's ruling stopping them from moving Project Runway to Lifetime. As part of the ruling, NBC had to post a $20 million bond.
What it means is that nothing changes, everything stays the same and season six filming goes on, just without a home. For now. The Weinstein Co. is appealing the decision, which could mean it gets reversed and the show moves to Lifetime after all. "Obviously we will be appealing and remain committed to our partners," the company said.
Production for season six began in the middle of this month in Los Angeles and will continue through mid-October: Season six is scheduled to air in January (the finale of season five will air on Bravo in November). Some plans for the show's guest stars and sponsorships reportedly have been finalized: Marie Claire is said to be the magazine partner for season six, though The Weinstein Co. has yet to confirm the deal. Advertisers, meanwhile, have taken the news in stride. Said one top television buyer, who requested anonymity: "I don't think anybody is freaking out, because the show is still being produced."
Depending on what the appellate court says, the parties could be at the settlement table in a few weeks trying to hash out a deal. But with all the bad blood, it seems unlikely that the Weinsteins would want to stay at NBC's Bravo. Still, money talks. We'll see what NBC is willing to pony up to keep the show.
As expected, the Weinsteins 
