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"For the People" is an ABC legal drama from Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers’ Shondaland and ABC Studios. Set in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) Federal Court, aka “The Mother Court,” it follows brand-new lawyers working for both the defense and the prosecution as they handle the most high-profile and high-stakes cases in the country – all as their personal lives intersect. Ben Rappaport stars as Seth, a smart and reasonable but inexperienced recent law school grad about to start his career as a prosecutor.

The film "7 Days in Entebbe" is inspired by the true events of the 1976 hijacking of an Air France flight en route from Tel Aviv to Paris. The film depicts the most daring rescue mission ever attempted. Daniel Brühl ("The Alienist") stars in the film alongside Rosamund Pike, and joined us on the BUILD stage to talk about the film with the film's director José Padilha.

Scotty McCreery expands on his reflections about life with his highly-anticipated third studio album, “Seasons Change,” due March 16 on Triple Tigers Records, a Sony Music imprint – his first album on the label. The project was produced by Frank Rogers (McCreery’s See You Tonight, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker), Derek Wells (guitarist for Kenny Chesney, Brett Eldridge, Little Big Town), and Aaron Eshuis (producer for Ryan Hurd, songwriter for A Thousand Horses, Joe Nichols, Cole Swindell). Watch McCreery as he discusses his new album.

Watch Padma Lakshmi, actress, model, host of "Top Chef," best-selling cookbook author, supporter of women's rights and co-creator of a capsule collection with M.A.C. The intricate designs on the muted gold packaging and the shades themselves call inspiration from Lakshmi's Indian heritage. Lakshmi joined BUILD to discuss the development of the collection.

From acclaimed filmmaker Andrew Haigh ("Weekend" & "45 Years"), and based on the beloved novel by Willy Vlautin, comes "Lean On Pete" - a deeply moving story about love, loneliness, family, and friendship, told through the unique prism of one boy's connection to a very special racehorse. Fifteen-year-old Charley Thompson (Charlie Plummer) arrives in Portland, Oregon with his single father Ray (Travis Fimmel), both eager for a fresh start after a series of hard knocks. While Ray descends into personal turmoil, Charley finds acceptance and camaraderie at a local racetrack where he lands a job caring for an aging quarter horse named "Lean On Pete." The horse's gruff owner Del Montgomery (Steve Buscemi) and his seasoned jockey Bonnie (Chloë Sevigny) help Charley fill the void of his father's absence - until he discovers that Pete is bound for slaughter, prompting him to take extreme measures to spare his new friend's life.

Inspired by a true story. "Rise" follows the story of a high school theater department as they take on an unconventional new leader (played by Josh Radnor). He encourages his students to unleash their creativity and explore new means of self-expression. Unfortunately, the enraged faculty and skeptical parents contest Mr. Mazzu's galvanizing efforts. But with passionate fervor running through the town's veins, no one can deny a revolution is underway. Watch Rosie Perez on the BUILD stage, where she discussed her role as a teacher in this inspiring show.

The drama "The Oath," which premieres on Thursday, March 8, follows groups of gangs, who "do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks." Check out actor Sean Bean as he discusses his role in this new Crackle drama.

From prolific creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, the new procedural drama "9-1-1" is a fast-paced exploration into the lives and careers of first responders – cops, paramedics, firefighters – the people who put their lives on the line to save others. The series is based on the real-life, high-pressure experiences of emergency response providers who are thrust into heart-stopping situations that are equal parts unpredictable, intense and uplifting. These emergency responders must try to balance saving those who are at their most vulnerable with solving the problems in their own lives. Watch Emmy Award- and Golden Globe-nominated actor Peter Krause (“The Catch,” “Six Feet Under”) as he chats about the show on the BUILD stage.

From the producers of "Hamilton" and "Parenthood," and inspired by a true story, about a working-class community's high school theater program taking on an unconventional new leader. As dedicated teacher and family man Lou Mazzuchelli (Josh Radnor) takes over the lagging department, he encourages his students to unleash their creativity and explore new means of self-expression. But even though the students discover talents and ambitions they never knew they had, not everyone in town is thrilled. Upset by challenges brought by change, enraged faculty and skeptical parents contest Mr. Mazzu's galvanizing efforts. But with passionate fervor running through the town's veins, no one can deny a revolution is underway. Watch Radnor discuss his role in this inspiring show.

"Madam Secretary" follows Elizabeth McCord, the shrewd, determined Secretary of State who drives international diplomacy, battles office politics and circumvents protocol as she negotiates global and domestic issues, both at the White House and at home. Actor Sara Ramirez, Lori McCreary, Executive Producer of the series, & Jessica Stern, Executive Director of the OutRight Action International, stopped by BUILD to talk about the CBS series.