Hello Folks!
For all those "Dollhouse" fans still reeling over the fact that their show has ended Friday night, here's a scoop that might ease the pain a little bit.
Dichen Lachman, who played, Pryia/Sierra one of the "actives" on the show, has landed a guest spot on "NCIS: LA", which she starts shooting in a few days, according to a Tweet from her.
She didn't describe her part on the show, but expect her to appear around March or early April.
2010/01/30
ABC Family Picks Up MELISSA & JOEY
Melissa Joan Hart ("Sabrina The Teenage Witch") is back on our TV screens. And she brings Joey Lawrence along.
ABC Family has announced that it has picked up multi-camera comedy "Melissa & Joey" to series with an order for 10 episodes.
The story centers on Mel (Hart), the grown-up former wild child of a political family who is now a local politician herself. When her sister ends up in prison and brother-in-law flees after a scandal hits, Mel must take responsibility for her teenaged niece Lennox and pre-adolescent nephew Ryder. Spread too thin to manage by herself, help comes in the unlikely form of Joe (Lawrence) who, desperate for a job, moves in and becomes the family’s “manny.”
The show, (which has a "Who's The Boss?" vibe, don't you think?) will premier this year.
ABC Family has announced that it has picked up multi-camera comedy "Melissa & Joey" to series with an order for 10 episodes.
The story centers on Mel (Hart), the grown-up former wild child of a political family who is now a local politician herself. When her sister ends up in prison and brother-in-law flees after a scandal hits, Mel must take responsibility for her teenaged niece Lennox and pre-adolescent nephew Ryder. Spread too thin to manage by herself, help comes in the unlikely form of Joe (Lawrence) who, desperate for a job, moves in and becomes the family’s “manny.”
The show, (which has a "Who's The Boss?" vibe, don't you think?) will premier this year.
NBC Renews PARKS & RECREATION, MTV Orders More JERSEY SHORE
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Some news from the renewal front which might make some fans happy, others might be raising their voices in protest.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, NBC has ordered a third season of its Amy Poehler comedy "Parks And Recreation". The early renewal was done strictly for production reasons to lock the actors' schedules, and doesn't reflect the chances of the other NBC Thursday comedies, the trade reports.
In other renewal news, MTV has picked up its controversial reality series "Jersey Shore" for a second season. The full cast will return for another 12 episodes, which will air mid-to-late summer. Production is set to begin soon, but with New Jersey being in winter, the cast will move to a different location.
Some news from the renewal front which might make some fans happy, others might be raising their voices in protest.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, NBC has ordered a third season of its Amy Poehler comedy "Parks And Recreation". The early renewal was done strictly for production reasons to lock the actors' schedules, and doesn't reflect the chances of the other NBC Thursday comedies, the trade reports.
In other renewal news, MTV has picked up its controversial reality series "Jersey Shore" for a second season. The full cast will return for another 12 episodes, which will air mid-to-late summer. Production is set to begin soon, but with New Jersey being in winter, the cast will move to a different location.
2010/01/29
TORCHWOOD's John Barrowman To Meet DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES
Captain Jack Harkness is set to visit Wysteria Lane.
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that John Barrowman, who is best known as the immortal lead on the BBC's "Torchwood" and co-star of "Doctor Who", will be guesting on "Desperate Housewives". And not just for one episode, no, for at least five.
Barrowman will go dark for this role, as he is set to play the Big Bad surrounding Angie's (Drea de Matteo) mystery.
His arc is set to start early April, and will run through the rest of the season.
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that John Barrowman, who is best known as the immortal lead on the BBC's "Torchwood" and co-star of "Doctor Who", will be guesting on "Desperate Housewives". And not just for one episode, no, for at least five.
Barrowman will go dark for this role, as he is set to play the Big Bad surrounding Angie's (Drea de Matteo) mystery.
His arc is set to start early April, and will run through the rest of the season.
Robert Englund Slices Up Guest Spot On BONES
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Per TV Guide's William Keck, "Bones" will get a visit from none other than that kill-happy high school janitor Freddie Kruger himself.
"Nightmare on Elm Street" legend Robert Englund, who played that kill-happy high school janitor to perfection, is set to guest star on "Bones".
And guess what he'll play?
Right, a possibly kill-happy high school janitor. Bones and Booth meet the guy when they go to Brennan's 15-year high school reunion.
Getting chills yet?
Per TV Guide's William Keck, "Bones" will get a visit from none other than that kill-happy high school janitor Freddie Kruger himself.
"Nightmare on Elm Street" legend Robert Englund, who played that kill-happy high school janitor to perfection, is set to guest star on "Bones".
And guess what he'll play?
Right, a possibly kill-happy high school janitor. Bones and Booth meet the guy when they go to Brennan's 15-year high school reunion.
Getting chills yet?
2010/01/28
Pilot News: Joanna Garcia, Forest Whitaker, Martin Henderson Join Projects
Yeah, I know, where's the pilot coverage?
Well, I do cover pilot season this year, but I only cover the casting process, as I did in previous years. Otherwise I'd be quitting my full-time job if I wanted to cover every single development.
Anyway, let's delve in, shall we? Expect two to three pilot updates per week in the near future. Today, I'll also recap a bit what happened during the past few days.
- Joanna Garcia has been cast in an untitled Shana Goldberg-Meehan multicamera comedy for ABC/WBTV. It centers on two sisters in different stages of their romantic relationships. One is happily married, the other (Garcia) gets pregnant and ends up marrying her lover.
- Forest Whitaker is in final negotiations to play the lead in the upcoming "Criminal Minds" spinoff at CBS. His role, Cooper, is the squad leader of another group of profilers working outside the FBI bureaucracy. Off the radar for the past eight years, Cooper is described as a former star profiler of the Behavioral Analyssis Unit and a father figure to the other teammembers. The spinoff will be launced back-door as an episode of "Criminal Minds" later this season.
- Martin Henderson has been tapped as one of the leads in the upcoming Shonda Rhimes drama pilot "Off The Map" for ABC. It's about three doctors who are looking for a fresh start in an isolated tropical clinic. Henderson plays one of the doctors.
- Director Alex Graves ("The Nine", "Fringe", "Journeyman") will direct the Jerry Bruckheimer pilot "The Whole Truth" for ABC. The drama covers the building of a court case from both the perspective of the defense and prosecution.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Well, I do cover pilot season this year, but I only cover the casting process, as I did in previous years. Otherwise I'd be quitting my full-time job if I wanted to cover every single development.
Anyway, let's delve in, shall we? Expect two to three pilot updates per week in the near future. Today, I'll also recap a bit what happened during the past few days.
- Joanna Garcia has been cast in an untitled Shana Goldberg-Meehan multicamera comedy for ABC/WBTV. It centers on two sisters in different stages of their romantic relationships. One is happily married, the other (Garcia) gets pregnant and ends up marrying her lover.
- Forest Whitaker is in final negotiations to play the lead in the upcoming "Criminal Minds" spinoff at CBS. His role, Cooper, is the squad leader of another group of profilers working outside the FBI bureaucracy. Off the radar for the past eight years, Cooper is described as a former star profiler of the Behavioral Analyssis Unit and a father figure to the other teammembers. The spinoff will be launced back-door as an episode of "Criminal Minds" later this season.
- Martin Henderson has been tapped as one of the leads in the upcoming Shonda Rhimes drama pilot "Off The Map" for ABC. It's about three doctors who are looking for a fresh start in an isolated tropical clinic. Henderson plays one of the doctors.
- Director Alex Graves ("The Nine", "Fringe", "Journeyman") will direct the Jerry Bruckheimer pilot "The Whole Truth" for ABC. The drama covers the building of a court case from both the perspective of the defense and prosecution.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
ABC Family Orders PRETTY LITTLE LIARS, HUGE To Series
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ABC Family has announced that it has picked up two pilots to series with an order of 10 episodes each.
- "Pretty Little Liars", starring Lucy Hale, Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Shay Mitchell, Laura Leighton and Nia Peebles, centers on four estranged best friends, Aria, Spencer, Hanna and Emily, who are reunited one year after their best friend and queen bee of the group, Alison, goes missing – only to discover they are receiving messages from an anonymous "A" who knows all their secrets. Leighton and Peebles play two of the girls' mothers. Bianca Lawson has been cast in the recurring role of Maya in the drama.
- The drama "Huge" follows the lives of six teens and the staff at a weight-loss camp, as they look beneath the surface to discover their true selves and the truth about each other. It's based on Sasha Paley's book of the same name, with Winnie Holzman (“Wicked,” “My So-Called Life,” “Once & Again”) and daughter Savannah Dooley being the developing forces. The series has yet to be cast.
Both shows are set to premier this year.
ABC Family has announced that it has picked up two pilots to series with an order of 10 episodes each.
- "Pretty Little Liars", starring Lucy Hale, Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Shay Mitchell, Laura Leighton and Nia Peebles, centers on four estranged best friends, Aria, Spencer, Hanna and Emily, who are reunited one year after their best friend and queen bee of the group, Alison, goes missing – only to discover they are receiving messages from an anonymous "A" who knows all their secrets. Leighton and Peebles play two of the girls' mothers. Bianca Lawson has been cast in the recurring role of Maya in the drama.
- The drama "Huge" follows the lives of six teens and the staff at a weight-loss camp, as they look beneath the surface to discover their true selves and the truth about each other. It's based on Sasha Paley's book of the same name, with Winnie Holzman (“Wicked,” “My So-Called Life,” “Once & Again”) and daughter Savannah Dooley being the developing forces. The series has yet to be cast.
Both shows are set to premier this year.
2010/01/27
ABC Cancels UGLY BETTY
After all those renewals, it was all but a given that there would be a cancellation that puts a damper on those happy feelings…
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, ABC has informed the producers of its comedy "Ugly Betty" that the current fourth season would be the show's last.
The network has made the decision early to give the showrunners the opportunity to craft a satisfying ending to the show. Exec producer Silvio Horta and ABC Entertainment president Steven McPherson had this to say:
“We’ve mutually come to the difficult decision to make this Ugly Betty’s final season, and are announcing now as we want to allow the show ample time to write a satisfying conclusion. We are extremely proud of this groundbreaking series, and felt it was important to give the fans a proper farewell.”
What do you think? Is it time to end the show? Or would you have loved to see more?
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, ABC has informed the producers of its comedy "Ugly Betty" that the current fourth season would be the show's last.
The network has made the decision early to give the showrunners the opportunity to craft a satisfying ending to the show. Exec producer Silvio Horta and ABC Entertainment president Steven McPherson had this to say:
“We’ve mutually come to the difficult decision to make this Ugly Betty’s final season, and are announcing now as we want to allow the show ample time to write a satisfying conclusion. We are extremely proud of this groundbreaking series, and felt it was important to give the fans a proper farewell.”
What do you think? Is it time to end the show? Or would you have loved to see more?
Jennifer Lopez To Guest Star On HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
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CBS has just announced via a press release that the freshly renewed "How I Met Your Mother" will get a visit from none other than actress-singer Jennifer Lopez in a March episode.
Playing Anita Appleby, she is set on a mission to take on Barney (Neil Patrick Harris). Anita is described as a "no-nonsense author of self-help books that teach women how to train men into relationship machines through the power of denial. When Robin tells Anita how Barney acts toward women, she makes it her mission to 'break' him."
CBS has just announced via a press release that the freshly renewed "How I Met Your Mother" will get a visit from none other than actress-singer Jennifer Lopez in a March episode.
Playing Anita Appleby, she is set on a mission to take on Barney (Neil Patrick Harris). Anita is described as a "no-nonsense author of self-help books that teach women how to train men into relationship machines through the power of denial. When Robin tells Anita how Barney acts toward women, she makes it her mission to 'break' him."
2010/01/26
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER Renewed For Season 6!
Hello Folks!
This year, fans of the CBS comedy "How I Met Your Mother" can rest easy come May.
Unlike previous years, where the fate of the show often remained uncertain until the last minute, CBS has decided to renew the comedy early.
The Hollywood Reporter reports today that "How I Met Your Mother" will return in the fall for a sixth season.
Now that's good news, right?
This year, fans of the CBS comedy "How I Met Your Mother" can rest easy come May.
Unlike previous years, where the fate of the show often remained uncertain until the last minute, CBS has decided to renew the comedy early.
The Hollywood Reporter reports today that "How I Met Your Mother" will return in the fall for a sixth season.
Now that's good news, right?
2010/01/21
TNT Greenlights Three New Shows To Series
TNT has just announced that it has ordered up three new projects to series, for 10 episodes each.
- The untitled alien invasion drama starring Noah Wyle as the leader of a rag-tag group of soldiers and civilians struggling against an occupying alien force. Moon Bloddgood and Jessy Schram co-star.
- "Delta Blues" (working title) starring Jason Lee and Alfre Woodard, about Dwight Hendricks (Lee), a Memphis police officer who lives with his mother. His intimate connection with the city and its people sets him apart from his fellow officers. Woodard plays Lt. Tanya Rice, a demanding boss determined to keep Dwight on a short leash. Robyn Lively (Blake's sister), Abraham Benrubi and DJ Qualls also star.
- "Rizzoli & Isles" (working title), starring Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander about Jane Rizzoli (Harmon), a Boston detective who works closely with medical examiner Maura Isles (Alexander) to solve crimes. Lorraine Bracco, Bruce McGill and Billy Burke co-star.
"Delta Blues" and "Rizzoli & Isles" are expected to premier this year, with the untitled alien invasion drama coming in 2011.
- The untitled alien invasion drama starring Noah Wyle as the leader of a rag-tag group of soldiers and civilians struggling against an occupying alien force. Moon Bloddgood and Jessy Schram co-star.
- "Delta Blues" (working title) starring Jason Lee and Alfre Woodard, about Dwight Hendricks (Lee), a Memphis police officer who lives with his mother. His intimate connection with the city and its people sets him apart from his fellow officers. Woodard plays Lt. Tanya Rice, a demanding boss determined to keep Dwight on a short leash. Robyn Lively (Blake's sister), Abraham Benrubi and DJ Qualls also star.
- "Rizzoli & Isles" (working title), starring Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander about Jane Rizzoli (Harmon), a Boston detective who works closely with medical examiner Maura Isles (Alexander) to solve crimes. Lorraine Bracco, Bruce McGill and Billy Burke co-star.
"Delta Blues" and "Rizzoli & Isles" are expected to premier this year, with the untitled alien invasion drama coming in 2011.
It's Confirmed: BROTHERS & SISTERS To Lose…
Well, it looks like it's confirmed: Rob Lowe is leaving "Brothers & Sisters".
According to EW's Michael Ausiello, the actor will depart the ABC drama later this season.
Lowe felt that he and his character of Robert were being underused on the show, and asked that he be released from his contract, a wish that ABC has now granted.
The way of Robert's departure? It's either up to a divorce or death, if you want to believe Mike's guesses.
According to EW's Michael Ausiello, the actor will depart the ABC drama later this season.
Lowe felt that he and his character of Robert were being underused on the show, and asked that he be released from his contract, a wish that ABC has now granted.
The way of Robert's departure? It's either up to a divorce or death, if you want to believe Mike's guesses.
Mädchen Amick Joins CSI: NY
It looks like love is in the air for Mac Taylor.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, Mädchen Amick has been cast on "CSI: NY" in a recurring role that will turn into a love interest for Gary Sinise's brooding hero and head of the Gotham crime lab.
No specifics were given as to when Amick is making her first appearance.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, Mädchen Amick has been cast on "CSI: NY" in a recurring role that will turn into a love interest for Gary Sinise's brooding hero and head of the Gotham crime lab.
No specifics were given as to when Amick is making her first appearance.
Deal For Conan O'Brien's TONIGHT SHOW Exit Finalized
Hello Folks!
The Associated Press reports that NBC and Conan O'Brien have finalized a deal for the exit of the current "Tonight Show" host.
The deal asks for NBC to pay $33 Million to Conan O'Brien, and $12 Million to his staff.
O'Brien exits the "Tonight Show" this Friday, and Jay Leno will take back the seat at the desk on March 1.
To find much more info, click here to read the full AP story.
The Associated Press reports that NBC and Conan O'Brien have finalized a deal for the exit of the current "Tonight Show" host.
The deal asks for NBC to pay $33 Million to Conan O'Brien, and $12 Million to his staff.
O'Brien exits the "Tonight Show" this Friday, and Jay Leno will take back the seat at the desk on March 1.
To find much more info, click here to read the full AP story.
2010/01/20
J. August Richards, Sarah Paulson Check Into GREY'S ANATOMY
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, Sarah Paulson ("Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip") and J. August Richards ("Angel", "Raising The Bar") have both signed on to guest star on the upcoming February 18 episode of "Grey's Anatomy".
They will play younger versions of Richard (James Pickens, Jr.) and Ellis (Kate Burton), when the show flashes back to 1982 where the chief and Meredith's mother started their affair.We also get to meet a pre-"Nazi" Bailey and Callie before she joined the show.
They will play younger versions of Richard (James Pickens, Jr.) and Ellis (Kate Burton), when the show flashes back to 1982 where the chief and Meredith's mother started their affair.We also get to meet a pre-"Nazi" Bailey and Callie before she joined the show.
90210 Says Goodbye To Two
E!Online's Kristin Dos Santos reports today that both Rob Estes and Jennie Garth will leave "90210" when the second season is over.
The reason? The producers around Rebecca Kirshner are looking to focus solely on the younger cast.
"They just don't want the old people on the new show anymore," a CW insider tells Kristin, while another adds that producers are "trying to establish a separate identity for the new show."
Rob Estes has released the following statement. "This is my final season on 90210 and I wish the show, cast and crew nothing but the best. I am looking forward to spending time with my kids and exploring other opportunities."
And a rep for the show adds this: "This is Rob's last season on 90210. He's a talented actor and we couldn't have asked for a better Harry Wilson. But if fans tune in, they'll understand why Rob's character is leaving."
The reason? The producers around Rebecca Kirshner are looking to focus solely on the younger cast.
"They just don't want the old people on the new show anymore," a CW insider tells Kristin, while another adds that producers are "trying to establish a separate identity for the new show."
Rob Estes has released the following statement. "This is my final season on 90210 and I wish the show, cast and crew nothing but the best. I am looking forward to spending time with my kids and exploring other opportunities."
And a rep for the show adds this: "This is Rob's last season on 90210. He's a talented actor and we couldn't have asked for a better Harry Wilson. But if fans tune in, they'll understand why Rob's character is leaving."
NBC Orders More Episodes Of LAW & ORDER, L&O: SVU, TRAUMA, PARKS, COMMUNITY
Hello Folks!
Since NBC has taken back its 10 PM slot from Jay Leno, the network is now in need of a lot more episodes of many of its shows to fill the void.
The following additional episodes were ordered, per the Hollywood Reporter:
- 3 episodes of "Law & Order"
- 2 episodes of "Law & Order: SVU"
- 4 episodes of "Trauma"
- 2 episodes of "Parks & Recreation"
- 3 episodes of "Community"
Since NBC has taken back its 10 PM slot from Jay Leno, the network is now in need of a lot more episodes of many of its shows to fill the void.
The following additional episodes were ordered, per the Hollywood Reporter:
- 3 episodes of "Law & Order"
- 2 episodes of "Law & Order: SVU"
- 4 episodes of "Trauma"
- 2 episodes of "Parks & Recreation"
- 3 episodes of "Community"
2010/01/19
FOX Developing US Version Of TORCHWOOD
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The Hollywood Reporter reports today that FOX is currently developing a U.S version of the BBC's "Doctor Who" spin-off "Torchwood".
Russell T. Davies is writing the script, and Julie Gardner is on board as exec producer, together with Jane Tranter.
Of the original cast, at least John Barrowman and his Captain Jack Harkness is expected to make the transition to the US, if FOX gives the greenlight for the pilot.
Storywise, the new "Torchwood" is set to go for a more global approach.
The Hollywood Reporter reports today that FOX is currently developing a U.S version of the BBC's "Doctor Who" spin-off "Torchwood".
Russell T. Davies is writing the script, and Julie Gardner is on board as exec producer, together with Jane Tranter.
Of the original cast, at least John Barrowman and his Captain Jack Harkness is expected to make the transition to the US, if FOX gives the greenlight for the pilot.
Storywise, the new "Torchwood" is set to go for a more global approach.
2010/01/18
Catings: Beverly d'Angelo To COUGAR TOWN, Gena Rowlands In NCIS, Alison Sweeney Goes MERCY; More
Hello Folks!
EW's Michael Ausiello has posted several casting scoops over the last days.
- Beverly d'Angelo is set to appear in an upcoming episode of "Cougar Town". She will play the white-trash mom of Laurie (Busy Philipps). The episode is probably going to air in February.
- Gena Rowlands is set to play Gibbs' mother-in-law, Joann, on NCIS, with the possibility to recur. The character, which will debut in March, promises to shed some light on Gibbs' past.
- Alison Sweeney ("Days Of Our Lives") will guest star on NBC's "Mercy" in March, playing a bus-crash victim with only minor injuries. But things are not as they seem.
- Rich Sommer ("Mad Men") has landed the potentially recurring role of Jimmy, a new love interest for Betty Suarez on ABC's "Ugly Betty". The first date however promises to be a "hellish" experience, an insider says.
Sommer's first appearance airs in March.
EW's Michael Ausiello has posted several casting scoops over the last days.
- Beverly d'Angelo is set to appear in an upcoming episode of "Cougar Town". She will play the white-trash mom of Laurie (Busy Philipps). The episode is probably going to air in February.
- Gena Rowlands is set to play Gibbs' mother-in-law, Joann, on NCIS, with the possibility to recur. The character, which will debut in March, promises to shed some light on Gibbs' past.
- Alison Sweeney ("Days Of Our Lives") will guest star on NBC's "Mercy" in March, playing a bus-crash victim with only minor injuries. But things are not as they seem.
- Rich Sommer ("Mad Men") has landed the potentially recurring role of Jimmy, a new love interest for Betty Suarez on ABC's "Ugly Betty". The first date however promises to be a "hellish" experience, an insider says.
Sommer's first appearance airs in March.
2010/01/17
VERONICA MARS Movie Not Happening - For Now
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The Futon Critic has talked to "Veronica Mars" creator Rob Thomas at the TCA Winter Press Tour this week, when he was there to promote the second season of "Party Down".
During the interview, Thomas was asked (for the upteenth time I'm sure) if the much-hyped "Veronica Mars" movie is going to happen after all.
Well, doesn't look like it.
"No. I would write it if anyone would finance it. If anyone's interested in making that movie I am available, Kristen's [Bell] available. I would love to do it. I think the closest we came was Joel [Silver] pushing it at Warner Bros. and they didn't bite. It has sort of gone away."
Thomas went on to say that Kristen Bell jumped the gun when she told people that he had written a script. He has written a treatment, and is ready to put it into a script, but that's it.
While I doubt that this will stop fans from hoping, unfortunately, I think that this sort of puts the nail into that coffin.
The Futon Critic has talked to "Veronica Mars" creator Rob Thomas at the TCA Winter Press Tour this week, when he was there to promote the second season of "Party Down".
During the interview, Thomas was asked (for the upteenth time I'm sure) if the much-hyped "Veronica Mars" movie is going to happen after all.
Well, doesn't look like it.
"No. I would write it if anyone would finance it. If anyone's interested in making that movie I am available, Kristen's [Bell] available. I would love to do it. I think the closest we came was Joel [Silver] pushing it at Warner Bros. and they didn't bite. It has sort of gone away."
Thomas went on to say that Kristen Bell jumped the gun when she told people that he had written a script. He has written a treatment, and is ready to put it into a script, but that's it.
While I doubt that this will stop fans from hoping, unfortunately, I think that this sort of puts the nail into that coffin.
2010/01/14
CBS Renews THE GOOD WIFE, NCIS: LA; TNT Renews MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE
CBS has just announced it has handed out early season two renewals for its two freshman dramas "The Good Wife" and "NCIS: LA".
Additionally, TNT has renewed "Men Of A Certain Age", starring Ray Romano, André Braugher and Scott Bakula for a second year, per a press release.
Additionally, TNT has renewed "Men Of A Certain Age", starring Ray Romano, André Braugher and Scott Bakula for a second year, per a press release.
NBC Announces Post-Olympic Primetime Schedule - FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS Returns April 30
NBC has announced its primetime schedule beginning after the Olympic Winter Games.
The schedule sees many returns, since it also has the then-vacant "Leno" timeslot to fill.
Here's the full list:
MONDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "Chuck"
9-10 p.m. - "Trauma" (beginning March 8)
10-11 p.m. -"Law & Order" (returns March 1 with two-hour episode, 9-11 p.m. (ET); resumes in regular time slot March 8)
TUESDAYS
8-10 p.m. - "The Biggest Loser"
10-11 p.m. - "PARENTHOOD" (premieres March 2)
WEDNESDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "Mercy"
9-10 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (encores beginning March 3)
10-11 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (originals beginning March 3)
THURSDAYS
8-8:30 p.m. - "Community"
8:30-9 p.m. - "Parks and Recreation"
9-9:30 p.m. - "The Office"
9:30-10 p.m. - "30 Rock"
10-11 p.m. - "THE MARRIAGE REF" (premieres March 4; sneak preview February 28)
FRIDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?" (premieres March 5; "Friday Night Lights" returns on April 30)
9-11 p.m. - "Dateline NBC" (begins March 5)
SATURDAYS (all beginning March 6)
8-9 p.m. - "The Biggest Loser" (encore episode)
9-10 p.m. - "Law & Order" (encore episode)
10-11 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (encore episode)
SUNDAYS (all beginning March 14)
7-8 p.m. - "Dateline NBC"
8-9 p.m. - "MINUTE TO WIN IT" (premieres March 14)
9-11 p.m. - "The Celebrity Apprentice" (season premiere March 14)
The schedule sees many returns, since it also has the then-vacant "Leno" timeslot to fill.
Here's the full list:
MONDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "Chuck"
9-10 p.m. - "Trauma" (beginning March 8)
10-11 p.m. -"Law & Order" (returns March 1 with two-hour episode, 9-11 p.m. (ET); resumes in regular time slot March 8)
TUESDAYS
8-10 p.m. - "The Biggest Loser"
10-11 p.m. - "PARENTHOOD" (premieres March 2)
WEDNESDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "Mercy"
9-10 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (encores beginning March 3)
10-11 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (originals beginning March 3)
THURSDAYS
8-8:30 p.m. - "Community"
8:30-9 p.m. - "Parks and Recreation"
9-9:30 p.m. - "The Office"
9:30-10 p.m. - "30 Rock"
10-11 p.m. - "THE MARRIAGE REF" (premieres March 4; sneak preview February 28)
FRIDAYS
8-9 p.m. - "WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?" (premieres March 5; "Friday Night Lights" returns on April 30)
9-11 p.m. - "Dateline NBC" (begins March 5)
SATURDAYS (all beginning March 6)
8-9 p.m. - "The Biggest Loser" (encore episode)
9-10 p.m. - "Law & Order" (encore episode)
10-11 p.m. - "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (encore episode)
SUNDAYS (all beginning March 14)
7-8 p.m. - "Dateline NBC"
8-9 p.m. - "MINUTE TO WIN IT" (premieres March 14)
9-11 p.m. - "The Celebrity Apprentice" (season premiere March 14)
ABC Family Renews MAKE IT OR BREAK IT, SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER
Hello Folks!
Per the Hollywood Reporter, ABC Family has officially renewed its teen dramas "Make It Or Break It" and "Secret Life Of The American Teenager" for another season.
"Make It Or Break It" will return this summer for its second season, while "Secret Life Of The American Teenager" sees a third season come summer.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, ABC Family has officially renewed its teen dramas "Make It Or Break It" and "Secret Life Of The American Teenager" for another season.
"Make It Or Break It" will return this summer for its second season, while "Secret Life Of The American Teenager" sees a third season come summer.
2010/01/12
Conan O'Brien Won't Host TONIGHT SHOW At 12:05 AM
Conan O'Brien has spoken out about the shenanigans surrounding NBC's late night dilemma. Here is his full statement:
People of Earth:
In the last few days, I’ve been getting a lot of sympathy calls, and I want to start by making it clear that no one should waste a second feeling sorry for me. For 17 years, I’ve been getting paid to do what I love most and, in a world with real problems, I’ve been absurdly lucky. That said, I’ve been suddenly put in a very public predicament and my bosses are demanding an immediate decision.
Six years ago, I signed a contract with NBC to take over The Tonight Show in June of 2009. Like a lot of us, I grew up watching Johnny Carson every night and the chance to one day sit in that chair has meant everything to me. I worked long and hard to get that opportunity, passed up far more lucrative offers, and since 2004 I have spent literally hundreds of hours thinking of ways to extend the franchise long into the future. It was my mistaken belief that, like my predecessor, I would have the benefit of some time and, just as important, some degree of ratings support from the prime-time schedule. Building a lasting audience at 11:30 is impossible without both.
But sadly, we were never given that chance. After only seven months, with my Tonight Show in its infancy, NBC has decided to react to their terrible difficulties in prime-time by making a change in their long-established late night schedule.
Last Thursday, NBC executives told me they intended to move the Tonight Show to 12:05 to accommodate the Jay Leno Show at 11:35. For 60 years the Tonight Show has aired immediately following the late local news. I sincerely believe that delaying the Tonight Show into the next day to accommodate another comedy program will seriously damage what I consider to be the greatest franchise in the history of broadcasting. The Tonight Show at 12:05 simply isn’t the Tonight Show. Also, if I accept this move I will be knocking the Late Night show, which I inherited from David Letterman and passed on to Jimmy Fallon, out of its long-held time slot. That would hurt the other NBC franchise that I love, and it would be unfair to Jimmy.
So it has come to this: I cannot express in words how much I enjoy hosting this program and what an enormous personal disappointment it is for me to consider losing it. My staff and I have worked unbelievably hard and we are very proud of our contribution to the legacy of The Tonight Show. But I cannot participate in what I honestly believe is its destruction. Some people will make the argument that with DVRs and the Internet a time slot doesn’t matter. But with the Tonight Show, I believe nothing could matter more.
There has been speculation about my going to another network but, to set the record straight, I currently have no other offer and honestly have no idea what happens next. My hope is that NBC and I can resolve this quickly so that my staff, crew, and I can do a show we can be proud of, for a company that values our work.
Have a great day and, for the record, I am truly sorry about my hair; it’s always been that way.
Yours,
Conan
People of Earth:
In the last few days, I’ve been getting a lot of sympathy calls, and I want to start by making it clear that no one should waste a second feeling sorry for me. For 17 years, I’ve been getting paid to do what I love most and, in a world with real problems, I’ve been absurdly lucky. That said, I’ve been suddenly put in a very public predicament and my bosses are demanding an immediate decision.
Six years ago, I signed a contract with NBC to take over The Tonight Show in June of 2009. Like a lot of us, I grew up watching Johnny Carson every night and the chance to one day sit in that chair has meant everything to me. I worked long and hard to get that opportunity, passed up far more lucrative offers, and since 2004 I have spent literally hundreds of hours thinking of ways to extend the franchise long into the future. It was my mistaken belief that, like my predecessor, I would have the benefit of some time and, just as important, some degree of ratings support from the prime-time schedule. Building a lasting audience at 11:30 is impossible without both.
But sadly, we were never given that chance. After only seven months, with my Tonight Show in its infancy, NBC has decided to react to their terrible difficulties in prime-time by making a change in their long-established late night schedule.
Last Thursday, NBC executives told me they intended to move the Tonight Show to 12:05 to accommodate the Jay Leno Show at 11:35. For 60 years the Tonight Show has aired immediately following the late local news. I sincerely believe that delaying the Tonight Show into the next day to accommodate another comedy program will seriously damage what I consider to be the greatest franchise in the history of broadcasting. The Tonight Show at 12:05 simply isn’t the Tonight Show. Also, if I accept this move I will be knocking the Late Night show, which I inherited from David Letterman and passed on to Jimmy Fallon, out of its long-held time slot. That would hurt the other NBC franchise that I love, and it would be unfair to Jimmy.
So it has come to this: I cannot express in words how much I enjoy hosting this program and what an enormous personal disappointment it is for me to consider losing it. My staff and I have worked unbelievably hard and we are very proud of our contribution to the legacy of The Tonight Show. But I cannot participate in what I honestly believe is its destruction. Some people will make the argument that with DVRs and the Internet a time slot doesn’t matter. But with the Tonight Show, I believe nothing could matter more.
There has been speculation about my going to another network but, to set the record straight, I currently have no other offer and honestly have no idea what happens next. My hope is that NBC and I can resolve this quickly so that my staff, crew, and I can do a show we can be proud of, for a company that values our work.
Have a great day and, for the record, I am truly sorry about my hair; it’s always been that way.
Yours,
Conan
Breaking: ABC Renews MODERN FAMILY, COUGAR TOWN, THE MIDDLE
It's ABC's press tour day at TCA, and the network used the opportunity to renew three of its freshman comedies for another season.
"Cougar Town", "Modern Family" and "The Middle" will all be back next season.
Another reason to celebrate!
"Cougar Town", "Modern Family" and "The Middle" will all be back next season.
Another reason to celebrate!
Lifetime Cancels RITA ROCKS
Hello Folks!
Per the Hollywood Reporter, Lifetime has officially canceled its multi-camera comedy "Rita Rocks".
The show starring Nicole Sullivan won't be back for a third season.
Per the Hollywood Reporter, Lifetime has officially canceled its multi-camera comedy "Rita Rocks".
The show starring Nicole Sullivan won't be back for a third season.
2010/01/11
Breaking: FOX Renews GLEE For Second Season!
Hello Folks!
FOX has announced via its TCA press release that it has handed out an early renewal for a second season of "Glee".
You can start singing and celebrating now!
FOX has announced via its TCA press release that it has handed out an early renewal for a second season of "Glee".
You can start singing and celebrating now!
2010/01/10
TCA Winter Press Tour: CBS, Showtime, The CW, NBC
Hello Folks!
As you know, the TCA Winter Press Tour is currently being held, and this is the smaller of the two press tours. (The summer one is a much bigger event.)
Here's what went down at the CBS portion, aside from the bigger news already posted in seperate threads:
- 18 episodes of "Flashpoint" are in the can, and will make it to the air at some point, CBS Entertainment president Nina Tassler confirmed. (A few of them already aired on Canada's CTV).
- CBS is still fond of Laurence Fishburne as the new lead on "CSI". "I think they're doing much better in finding Fishburne's character," Tassler said. "You can't deny Fishburne is a powerful actor and a force to be reckoned with."
CBS would welcome William Petersen back "with open arms" but there are no plans to have him appear on the show during the current season.
- The legal trouble Charlie Sheen is currently in shouldn't affect "Two And A Half Men". At least not for now…
- About the decision to air reality format "Undercover Boss" after the SuperBowl: ""We've seen five or six episodes; there is a tone to the show (that) we felt was a great fit," Tassler said. "We think we're going to launch another big branded reality show."
- "Moonlight" fans might want to suck this one up: Nina Tassler acknowledged that she was talking with producer Joel Silver recently. And a few cast members have been approached by Warner Bros. TV about maybe coming back together for a do-over.
But if anything like this should happen, it would probably not do so before 2011, since CBS is currently in the process of picking up the pilots for the 2010-2011 season.
But Tassler sure wants to keep lead Alex O'Loughlin around: “We love [Alex] and want him to stay around for a long time." Remember, this from the woman who brought back "Jericho". I wouldn't rule out anything at the moment.
From Showtime's panel:
- Showtime has picked up "The Big C" to series, starring Laura Linney, to air over the summer. The story about a suburban wife who shakes up her life after being diagnosed with cancer, has been picked up for 13 episodes.
- Also picked up is "The Borgias", a period drama starring Jeremy Irons, which is considered a follow-up to "The Tudors".
- The second season of "The United States Of Tara" promises to be a little more raunchy.
- Haaz Sleiman has left "Nurse Jackie" because his character Mo-Mo wasn't needed as a best friend for Jackie anymore, apparently. exec producer Linda Wallem said: "O'Hara took over the best friend role."
The CW:
- While it isn't a done deal, it looks like "Supernatural" might get a sixth season, and "Smallville" is looking good for season 10.
NBC:
- It's no surprise, but now it's official: "The Jay Leno Show" will exit NBC's primetime hour of 10 PM as of February 12. The announcement was made by NBC Chairman Jeff Gaspin. He said that while NBC was accepting Leno's ratings, the mounting presssure of the network's affiliate stations forced the headquarters to react in the end.
The network however is looking to keep Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Fallon on the air. Gaspin proposed to the parties involved that Leno moves to 11:35 PM for a half-hour format, with Conan's "Tonight Show" launching at 12:05 AM, followed by "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" at 1:05 AM. However, no deals have been struck at this point. As for Carson Daly, NBC wants to keep him around, but it looks like "Last Call" is a goner.
- The above means that NBC is now looking to ramp up the scripted development to re-fill the 10 PM hour in the next season. After February 12, the slot might be filled by stuff like the fourth season of "Friday Night Lights" (currently airing on DirecTV), or the new season of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent". "Friday Night Lights" can start airing on NBC as early as March, according to contracts.
- NBC will go back to the traditional upfront format, and announcing its fall schedule in May like all the other networks.
- Howie Mandel is set to replace David Hasselhoff on "America's Got Talent".
- The future of "Heroes" is not set in stone yet. Entertainment president Angela Bromstad said that she's pleased with the ratings, and that creator Tim Kring is currently working on a pitch of an additional season.
- NBC is looking for a "Law & Order" set in Los Angeles. The original "L&O" is expected back in the fall.
Sources: EW, The Hollwood Reporter, Fancast
As you know, the TCA Winter Press Tour is currently being held, and this is the smaller of the two press tours. (The summer one is a much bigger event.)
Here's what went down at the CBS portion, aside from the bigger news already posted in seperate threads:
- 18 episodes of "Flashpoint" are in the can, and will make it to the air at some point, CBS Entertainment president Nina Tassler confirmed. (A few of them already aired on Canada's CTV).
- CBS is still fond of Laurence Fishburne as the new lead on "CSI". "I think they're doing much better in finding Fishburne's character," Tassler said. "You can't deny Fishburne is a powerful actor and a force to be reckoned with."
CBS would welcome William Petersen back "with open arms" but there are no plans to have him appear on the show during the current season.
- The legal trouble Charlie Sheen is currently in shouldn't affect "Two And A Half Men". At least not for now…
- About the decision to air reality format "Undercover Boss" after the SuperBowl: ""We've seen five or six episodes; there is a tone to the show (that) we felt was a great fit," Tassler said. "We think we're going to launch another big branded reality show."
- "Moonlight" fans might want to suck this one up: Nina Tassler acknowledged that she was talking with producer Joel Silver recently. And a few cast members have been approached by Warner Bros. TV about maybe coming back together for a do-over.
But if anything like this should happen, it would probably not do so before 2011, since CBS is currently in the process of picking up the pilots for the 2010-2011 season.
But Tassler sure wants to keep lead Alex O'Loughlin around: “We love [Alex] and want him to stay around for a long time." Remember, this from the woman who brought back "Jericho". I wouldn't rule out anything at the moment.
From Showtime's panel:
- Showtime has picked up "The Big C" to series, starring Laura Linney, to air over the summer. The story about a suburban wife who shakes up her life after being diagnosed with cancer, has been picked up for 13 episodes.
- Also picked up is "The Borgias", a period drama starring Jeremy Irons, which is considered a follow-up to "The Tudors".
- The second season of "The United States Of Tara" promises to be a little more raunchy.
- Haaz Sleiman has left "Nurse Jackie" because his character Mo-Mo wasn't needed as a best friend for Jackie anymore, apparently. exec producer Linda Wallem said: "O'Hara took over the best friend role."
The CW:
- While it isn't a done deal, it looks like "Supernatural" might get a sixth season, and "Smallville" is looking good for season 10.
NBC:
- It's no surprise, but now it's official: "The Jay Leno Show" will exit NBC's primetime hour of 10 PM as of February 12. The announcement was made by NBC Chairman Jeff Gaspin. He said that while NBC was accepting Leno's ratings, the mounting presssure of the network's affiliate stations forced the headquarters to react in the end.
The network however is looking to keep Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Fallon on the air. Gaspin proposed to the parties involved that Leno moves to 11:35 PM for a half-hour format, with Conan's "Tonight Show" launching at 12:05 AM, followed by "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" at 1:05 AM. However, no deals have been struck at this point. As for Carson Daly, NBC wants to keep him around, but it looks like "Last Call" is a goner.
- The above means that NBC is now looking to ramp up the scripted development to re-fill the 10 PM hour in the next season. After February 12, the slot might be filled by stuff like the fourth season of "Friday Night Lights" (currently airing on DirecTV), or the new season of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent". "Friday Night Lights" can start airing on NBC as early as March, according to contracts.
- NBC will go back to the traditional upfront format, and announcing its fall schedule in May like all the other networks.
- Howie Mandel is set to replace David Hasselhoff on "America's Got Talent".
- The future of "Heroes" is not set in stone yet. Entertainment president Angela Bromstad said that she's pleased with the ratings, and that creator Tim Kring is currently working on a pitch of an additional season.
- NBC is looking for a "Law & Order" set in Los Angeles. The original "L&O" is expected back in the fall.
Sources: EW, The Hollwood Reporter, Fancast
2010/01/09
Look Who's Returning To CHUCK - SPOILER Alert!
Well, I guess Chuck and his daddy issues are to be continued…
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, Scott Bakula will return for several episodes to "Chuck" in the role of Steve Bartowski, Chuck's spy father near the end of the third season.
And it's going to be a big return, if you believe creator Josh Schwartz . "[It's] the biggest thing we’ve ever done on the show."
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, Scott Bakula will return for several episodes to "Chuck" in the role of Steve Bartowski, Chuck's spy father near the end of the third season.
And it's going to be a big return, if you believe creator Josh Schwartz . "[It's] the biggest thing we’ve ever done on the show."
Melinda Clarke Helps Writing THE VAMPIRE DIARIES
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, Melinda Clarke has landed a pivotal role on The CW's "The Vampire Diaries".
She is set to play Kelly Donovan, Matt's alcoholic mother. She will be on hand for at least three episodes, beginning in March.
She is set to play Kelly Donovan, Matt's alcoholic mother. She will be on hand for at least three episodes, beginning in March.
TCA: THREE RIVERS Officially Canceled, NUMB3RS Still Alive And Well
EW's Michael Ausiello reports from the TCA Winter Press Tour that CBS Entertainment president Nina Tassler just confirmed what most of us already knew.
Medical drama "Three Rivers" is officially canceled. ”We all know that when something is ‘on hiatus’ it’s code for something else,” was Tassler's way of saying it.
As for "Numb3rs", of whom many thought it was in big trouble after its season order was cut back to 16 episodes: The show is "absolutely still in consideration" for next season, Tassler says. The order was simply cut to make room for the new Jerry Bruckheimer medical drama "Miami Medical".
Medical drama "Three Rivers" is officially canceled. ”We all know that when something is ‘on hiatus’ it’s code for something else,” was Tassler's way of saying it.
As for "Numb3rs", of whom many thought it was in big trouble after its season order was cut back to 16 episodes: The show is "absolutely still in consideration" for next season, Tassler says. The order was simply cut to make room for the new Jerry Bruckheimer medical drama "Miami Medical".
The CW Announces Midseason Schedule - MELROSE PLACE, 90210, GOSSIP GIRL Return In March
Hello Folks!
The CW has announced its midseason schedule. And it confirms the game plan that was revealed earlier with "Life UneXpected" taking over the "Gossip Girl" spot for a while. On March 8, "LUX" moves to the earlier hour, giving "Gossip Girl" its spot back.
Below is the full schedule:
Monday, January 18
8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 pm Life Unexpected (Series Premiere)
Thursday, January 21
8:00-9:00 p.m. The Vampire Diaries (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 p.m. Supernatural (Original Episodes Return)
Friday, January 22
8:00-9:00 p.m. Smallville (Original Episodes Return)
Wednesday, March 3
8:00-10:00 p.m. America's Next Top Model (Two-Hour Premiere)
Monday, March 8
8:00-9:00 pm Life Unexpected (New Time Period)
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl (Original Episodes Return)
Tuesday, March 9
8:00-9:00 p.m. 90210 (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 p.m. Melrose Place (Original Episodes Return)
Monday, April 19
8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill (Original Episodes Through Season Finale)
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl (Original Episodes Through Season Finale)
All Times ET
The CW has announced its midseason schedule. And it confirms the game plan that was revealed earlier with "Life UneXpected" taking over the "Gossip Girl" spot for a while. On March 8, "LUX" moves to the earlier hour, giving "Gossip Girl" its spot back.
Below is the full schedule:
Monday, January 18
8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 pm Life Unexpected (Series Premiere)
Thursday, January 21
8:00-9:00 p.m. The Vampire Diaries (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 p.m. Supernatural (Original Episodes Return)
Friday, January 22
8:00-9:00 p.m. Smallville (Original Episodes Return)
Wednesday, March 3
8:00-10:00 p.m. America's Next Top Model (Two-Hour Premiere)
Monday, March 8
8:00-9:00 pm Life Unexpected (New Time Period)
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl (Original Episodes Return)
Tuesday, March 9
8:00-9:00 p.m. 90210 (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 p.m. Melrose Place (Original Episodes Return)
Monday, April 19
8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill (Original Episodes Through Season Finale)
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl (Original Episodes Through Season Finale)
All Times ET
ABC Pushes Back FLASHFORWARD Return To March 18
Hello Folks!
ABC has issued a press release announcing the return of its freshman drama "FlashForward".
The show was initially to come back on March 4, but now the Alphabet has opted for a return date of March 18 at 8 PM ET, supposedly to air the rest of the season uninterrupted on the following Thursdays.
ABC has issued a press release announcing the return of its freshman drama "FlashForward".
The show was initially to come back on March 4, but now the Alphabet has opted for a return date of March 18 at 8 PM ET, supposedly to air the rest of the season uninterrupted on the following Thursdays.
2010/01/07
CBS Announces Midseason Schedule - MIAMI MEDICAL Debuts April 2
CBS has announced its midseason schedule today, with the most interesting news being that
a) "Rules Of Engagement" returns March 1,
b) the new Jerry Bruckheimer medical drama "Miami Medical" will debut on Friday, April 2, taking over the "Numb3rs" timeslot at 10 PM. "NUmb3rs" will have completed its current season by then, after the episode order was cut back to 16 a few weeks ago,
and
c) "Accidentally On Purpose" will be moving to Wednesdays at 8:30 PM beginning March 31, where it will replace "Gary Unmarried", which will have its season wrapped up by then as well.
Here's the schedule:
Mondays, Effective March 1
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (4th Season Premiere)
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: MIAMI
Wednesdays, Effective March 31
8:00-8:30 PM THE NEW ADVENTURES OF OLD CHRISTINE
8:30-9:00 PM ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE (New Time Period)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: NY
Fridays, Effective April 2
8:00-9:00 PM GHOST WHISPERER
9:00-10:00 PM MEDIUM
10:00-11:00 PM MIAMI MEDICAL (Series Debut)
a) "Rules Of Engagement" returns March 1,
b) the new Jerry Bruckheimer medical drama "Miami Medical" will debut on Friday, April 2, taking over the "Numb3rs" timeslot at 10 PM. "NUmb3rs" will have completed its current season by then, after the episode order was cut back to 16 a few weeks ago,
and
c) "Accidentally On Purpose" will be moving to Wednesdays at 8:30 PM beginning March 31, where it will replace "Gary Unmarried", which will have its season wrapped up by then as well.
Here's the schedule:
Mondays, Effective March 1
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (4th Season Premiere)
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: MIAMI
Wednesdays, Effective March 31
8:00-8:30 PM THE NEW ADVENTURES OF OLD CHRISTINE
8:30-9:00 PM ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE (New Time Period)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: NY
Fridays, Effective April 2
8:00-9:00 PM GHOST WHISPERER
9:00-10:00 PM MEDIUM
10:00-11:00 PM MIAMI MEDICAL (Series Debut)
BONES Welcomes Back… - SPOILER Alert!
Hello Folks!
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that it's now official that Eric Millegan will reprise his role of Zack on FOX' "Bones", when the show airs its 100h episode on April 8.
The story flashes back to Booth and Brennan's first case, and how Zack was part of that first case as well.
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that it's now official that Eric Millegan will reprise his role of Zack on FOX' "Bones", when the show airs its 100h episode on April 8.
The story flashes back to Booth and Brennan's first case, and how Zack was part of that first case as well.
Ryan O'Neal Moves To 90210
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that Ryan O'Neal, currently being best known as Temperance Brennan's father Max on "Bones", will be moving into the zipcode of The CW's "90210" beginning in April.
In multiple episodes, O'Neal will play another daddy, specifically the famous movie-star dad of Teddy (Trevor Donovan).
In multiple episodes, O'Neal will play another daddy, specifically the famous movie-star dad of Teddy (Trevor Donovan).
USA Orders COVERT AFFAIRS To Series
Hello Folks!
USA continues its growth in the scripted department with a series order for "Covert Affairs". After being excited of the 90-minute pilot directed by Tim Matheson, the cable network has ordered 11 episodes for a first season, the Hollywood Reporter reports.
"Covert Affairs" stars Piper Perabo as a multilingual FBI trainee, who unexpectedly gets promoted to field operative. This while she still reels over her mysterious ex-boyfriend, a man of particular interest to her agency bosses.
Christopher Gorham, Peter Gallagher, Kari Matchett and Anne Dudek, who were cast for the pilot, will continue on the show, with Eion Bailey, who playes the ex, is expected to recur.
As for an airdate, it's yet to be determined. If another pilot, "Facing Kate" get picked up, USA might launch the two shows similarly to last year. One in the summer, one in the fall.
USA continues its growth in the scripted department with a series order for "Covert Affairs". After being excited of the 90-minute pilot directed by Tim Matheson, the cable network has ordered 11 episodes for a first season, the Hollywood Reporter reports.
"Covert Affairs" stars Piper Perabo as a multilingual FBI trainee, who unexpectedly gets promoted to field operative. This while she still reels over her mysterious ex-boyfriend, a man of particular interest to her agency bosses.
Christopher Gorham, Peter Gallagher, Kari Matchett and Anne Dudek, who were cast for the pilot, will continue on the show, with Eion Bailey, who playes the ex, is expected to recur.
As for an airdate, it's yet to be determined. If another pilot, "Facing Kate" get picked up, USA might launch the two shows similarly to last year. One in the summer, one in the fall.
2010/01/06
Carrie Underwood Guests On HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
Per E!Online's Jennifer Godwin, country queen and "American Idol" Carrie Underwood will be guest starring on an upcoming episode of "How I Met Your Mother".
She will play Tiffany, a pharmaceutical rep and love interest for Ted (Josh Radnor).
She will play Tiffany, a pharmaceutical rep and love interest for Ted (Josh Radnor).
ABC Orders Two More Episodes Of COUGAR TOWN
Hello Folks!
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, ABC has spiced up its first season of freshman comedy "Cougar Town" by ordering two additional episodes.
This brings the total for the current season to 24.
Per EW's Michael Ausiello, ABC has spiced up its first season of freshman comedy "Cougar Town" by ordering two additional episodes.
This brings the total for the current season to 24.
2010/01/05
Castings: Sharon Stone To SVU, James Van Der Beek has MERCY, Kevin Alejandro To TRUE BLOOD
Hello Folks!
Per EW's Michael Ausiello:
- Sharon Stone has been tapped for a four-episode arc on "Law & Order: SVU", beginning in April. Playing a former cop-turned prosecutor, she said to butt heads with Stabler, Benson and the gang.
- James Van Der Beek is joining the cast of NBC freshman drama "Mercy". In a heavily recurring capacity, the "Dawson's Creek" alum will play new ICU chief Liam West, a man who has a dark secret.
- Kevin Alejandro ("Shark") has joined the cast of the third season of HBO's "True Blood". He plays Jesus Velasquez, a good-natured Latino orderly who’s caring for Lafayette’s (Nelsan Ellis) mother (Alfre Woodard). He will end up a love interest for Lafayette.
Per EW's Michael Ausiello:
- Sharon Stone has been tapped for a four-episode arc on "Law & Order: SVU", beginning in April. Playing a former cop-turned prosecutor, she said to butt heads with Stabler, Benson and the gang.
- James Van Der Beek is joining the cast of NBC freshman drama "Mercy". In a heavily recurring capacity, the "Dawson's Creek" alum will play new ICU chief Liam West, a man who has a dark secret.
- Kevin Alejandro ("Shark") has joined the cast of the third season of HBO's "True Blood". He plays Jesus Velasquez, a good-natured Latino orderly who’s caring for Lafayette’s (Nelsan Ellis) mother (Alfre Woodard). He will end up a love interest for Lafayette.
2010/01/03
Julie Benz Moves Into Wysteria Lane
Hello Folks!
I sure hope you all had a beautiful Christmas and a smooth transition over to 2010.
And here's the first scoop of the new year.
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that Julie Benz, who had a shocking ending on last year's "Dexter" season finale, has been cast in a recurring role on ABC's "Desperate Housewives".
For at least three episodes, she is set to play Debbie, a stripper with a proverbial heart of gold, as well as a master in education. Susan offers her the possibility of leaving the disrobing business, and Debbie is very interested.
Benz' first appearance is set for February.
I sure hope you all had a beautiful Christmas and a smooth transition over to 2010.
And here's the first scoop of the new year.
EW's Michael Ausiello reports today that Julie Benz, who had a shocking ending on last year's "Dexter" season finale, has been cast in a recurring role on ABC's "Desperate Housewives".
For at least three episodes, she is set to play Debbie, a stripper with a proverbial heart of gold, as well as a master in education. Susan offers her the possibility of leaving the disrobing business, and Debbie is very interested.
Benz' first appearance is set for February.
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