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When considering the future of some shows on Fox and the CW, in the case of the former, there are only a couple of programs on the fence. Fox, overall, has had a strong year highlighted by the success of 'Glee,' which trumps nearly any disappointment execs might have over already cancelled shows like 'Sons of Tucson' or 'Past Life.'

On the other hand, the CW has a few hours teetering on the brink amid some solid, if not spectacular, already renewed shows like 'Vampire Diaries' and 'Supernatural.' To check the threat assessment for the Fox and CW programs on the bubble, read on:

Continue Reading]]> CWFoxHeather LocklearHuman TargetKevin ReillyLie to MeLife UnexpectedMelrose Placeon the bubbleOne Tree Hill Allison Waldman 2010-05-04T16:03:00+00:00 Six NBC Shows on the Bubble http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/six-nbc-shows-on-the-bubble/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/six-nbc-shows-on-the-bubble/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/six-nbc-shows-on-the-bubble/#comments Filed under: , , , , , , , , , ,


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The past season was a tumultuous one for NBC, what with the Jay Leno experience turning the primetime schedule into a whirl. The fact that Leno's ten o'clock show was a disaster resulted in NBC scrambling to fill in during the second season. Fortunately, at least one legit hit has emerged -- 'Parenthood.'

Still, as the network contemplates the future, there's really six programs that could be called on the bubble, teetering between a pick up or a cancellation. So what is the likelihood that NBC will renew these shows? Here's our take:

Continue Reading]]> 21st seasonAngela BromstadbrinkbubbleChuckCommunityGunsmokeHeroesLaw and OrderMercyNBCParenthoodTrauma Allison Waldman 2010-05-03T17:27:00+00:00 NBC Picks Up First Pilot: J.J. Abrams' 'Undercovers' http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/nbc-picks-up-first-pilot-j-j-abrams-undercovers/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/nbc-picks-up-first-pilot-j-j-abrams-undercovers/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/nbc-picks-up-first-pilot-j-j-abrams-undercovers/#comments Filed under: , , , ,


Gugu Mbatha-RawAnd so it begins. NBC picked up its first pilot, the J.J. Abrams project 'Undercovers.'

Abrams co-wrote, produced and directed the pilot about two former married CIA agents -- played by Boris Kodjoe and Gugu Mbatha-Raw (pictured) -- who get reactivated after years of retirement. According to the Hollywood Reporter, this is the first pilot Abrams has directed since 'Lost' in 2004.

"We have tremendous confidence in this promising series and feel this is a great way to kick off our upcoming Upfront development announcements," said Jeff Gaspin, chairman of NBC Universal Television Entertainment, in a statement. "J.J. has delivered another signature series along with our partners at Warner Bros. and we couldn't be happier."



Continue Reading]]> j.j. abramsundercovers Chris Harnick 2010-05-03T17:00:00+00:00 Give the New 'Top Gear' a Chance, Says Tanner Foust http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/give-the-new-top-gear-a-chance-says-tanner-foust/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/give-the-new-top-gear-a-chance-says-tanner-foust/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/give-the-new-top-gear-a-chance-says-tanner-foust/#comments Filed under: , , ,


The StigThe gearheads of the world rejoiced when NBC put a bullet in the back of the head of a planned remake of the classic British car show 'Top Gear.'

And who can blame them? First of all, this is NBC we're talking about, a network that would pull a show off-the air five minutes into its premiere episode if the ratings didn't please "Darth Zucker." Plus, 'Top Gear' isn't just an institution to gear junkies and "petrolheads." It's one of the most accessible and hilarious shows on television. Even if you drive a used 2001 Pontiac Sunfire and subsequently know nothing about good cars, you can still enjoy it just as much as the octane-brain who takes a brand new Gumpert Apollo to work.

Now The History Channel is taking a crack at rebuilding the show's stalled engine from scratch. I say give it a chance. Anything has the potential to be good if its heart is in the right place. But before you tell me to do something that would get your mouth washed out with soap and a Brillo pad by your mother, don't take my word for it. Take it from one of the show's upcoming stars.

Continue Reading]]> Adam Ferrarabbcbbc americaBbcAmericaeric stromernbcNbcUniversalRutledge WoodRutledgeWoodtanner foustTannerFoustThe History Channeltop geartop gear ustop gear usa Danny Gallagher 2010-05-03T15:07:00+00:00 ABC Has Plans for 'Old Christine' ... Maybe 'Ghost Whisperer,' Too http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/abc-has-plans-for-old-christine-maybe-ghost-whisperer-too/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/abc-has-plans-for-old-christine-maybe-ghost-whisperer-too/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/03/abc-has-plans-for-old-christine-maybe-ghost-whisperer-too/#comments Filed under: , , , , , , ,


cbs_the_new_adventures_of_old_christine_julia_louis_dreyfusFor the past two years, ABC has expressed interest in picking up 'The New Adventures of Old Christine' if CBS decided to drop it. This year is no different. According to Deadline.com, if CBS cancels 'The New Adventures of Old Christine,' ABC will snap it up. The network even has a plan for where to program the Julia Louis Dreyfus sitcom. It'll be paired with Patricia Heaton's 'The Middle,' leading in to 'Modern Family' and 'Cougar Town.'

That would make for a very solid night of comedy, likely Wednesday again, which is what worked so well this season for ABC -- with the exception of Kelsey Grammer's woeful 'Hank,' which was mercifully axed by ABC last November.

Continue Reading]]> ABCcancellationCBSJulia Louis DreyfusPatricia Heatonpick uprenewalThe MiddleThe New Adventures of Old Christine Allison Waldman 2010-05-03T12:03:00+00:00 'The Late Shift' Prequel in the Works http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/01/the-late-shift-prequel-in-the-works/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/01/the-late-shift-prequel-in-the-works/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/05/01/the-late-shift-prequel-in-the-works/#comments Filed under: , , , , ,


Johnny CarsonWe probably won't be seeing any television movies soon that will serve as the sequel to 'The Late Shift,' telling of the difficulties between NBC, Conan O'Brien and Jay Leno. However, a prequel mini-series is in the planning stages about the rise of 'The Tonight Show' and Johnny Carson called 'The King of Late Night.'

The mini-series will actually be about the rise of the first three hosts of 'The Tonight Show': Steve Allen, Jack Paar and of course Johnny. It will focus on NBC's history of screwing them over (except for Carson, who managed to beat them at their own game). If done with tremendous historical detail to the level of 'Mad Men,' it could be very good.

That's likely the direction they're going in since the project has been described as "The Rat Pack version of 'The Late Shift.'" A&E would actually be a good channel to host this concept, but more likely it will go to one of the premium channels like HBO.

So who should play Johnny? Please don't say Rich Little. It's been done.

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jenna_elfman_accidentally_on_purposeFor the most part, CBS has had a very good year. New series like 'Undercover Boss' and 'NCIS: LA' lived up to expectations and emerged as hits, and even though it's fallen off a bit lately, 'The Good Wife' is also a success.

But as the May upfront approaches, when the network has to make difficult decisions about what new shows to order and which programs to axe, it's a good time to assess what might happen. Here's our look at what's Tiffany network shows are on the brink ... and how it might play out.

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With Troy and Gabrielle having been replaced by Edward and Bella in the hearts (and wallets) of gazillions of tween/teen girls, Disney has pounced on what it hopes will be its next 'High School Musical.'

According to the Hollywood Reporter, the next coming will be an original made-for-TV movie based on Mark Peter Hughes' cult fave, 'Lemonade Mouth.'

The novel, about 5 outcast "freaks" at a New England high school whose chance meeting in detention leads to them form what becomes "Rhode Island's most influential band," has been adapted by April Blair ('Christmas Caper') and will be produced by Debra Martin Chase ('The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,' 'The Cheetah Girls').

Continue Reading]]> disney channelhigh school musicallemonade mouth Audrey Fine 2010-04-30T12:45:00+00:00 ABC Picks Up New Game Show 'The Six' http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/abc-picks-up-new-game-show-the-six/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/abc-picks-up-new-game-show-the-six/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/abc-picks-up-new-game-show-the-six/#comments Filed under: , , , ,


ABC logoLooks like ABC wants more and more game shows, eh? They already have 'Wipeout,' and several months ago they picked up 'Trust Me, I'm A Game Show Host.' Then they got the game where they throw you off a building if you get a question wrong and now they're picking up six episodes of an American version of a long-running Russian show where players get together to solve puzzles.

The original title of the game show was 'What? Where? When?' and I like that title better than the new one they've given the show, 'The Six.' Networks love having numbers in the title of TV shows for some reason. The premise: teams of players have to get together to solve a puzzle in one minute for a lot of cash. No idea how much money is involved yet but I bet it's at least $500. Merv Griffin Entertainment ('Wheel of Fortune' and 'Jeopardy') is producing the show.

Continue Reading]]> abcgame showreality-freethe sixwhat where when Bob Sassone 2010-04-29T12:02:00+00:00 TLC Renews 'L.A. Ink' http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/tlc-renews-l-a-ink/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/tlc-renews-l-a-ink/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/29/tlc-renews-l-a-ink/#comments Filed under: , , , ,


Kat Von D, and her High Voltage tattoo shop, are coming back to TLC for another seasonDirect from the "Not a Big Surprise" department comes news that TLC has reupped 'L.A. Ink' for another run and that production on season 4 is already underway.

A spin-off of 'Miami Ink,' which ended in 2008, 'L.A. Ink' follows tattoo artist Kat Von D at her High Voltage shop in West Hollywood. The show is currently averaging 1.4 million viewers per week. Those are impressive numbers, not just because they come from a cable-based show, but because it airs on Thursday nights at 10PM a hotbed of original programming on the Big Three and One-Third networks.

The numbers are also impressive, because 'L.A. Ink' comes from an older generation of TLC shows -- with four years equaling one television generation. With the network full of programs featuring height-challenged families, weight-challenged families and, soon enough, 18 hours of original Kate Gosselin programming, the show is able to maintain its popularity.



]]> 1 million viewersHigh VoltageKat Von DLA Inkseries renewalTLC Rich Keller 2010-04-29T11:36:00+00:00 Ashton Kutcher Getting 'Exposed' for TruTV http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/28/ashton-kutcher-exposed-trutv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/28/ashton-kutcher-exposed-trutv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/28/ashton-kutcher-exposed-trutv/#comments Filed under: , , , , ,


Ashton KutcherAfter achieving the highest ratings in its short history, TruTV has announced an aggressive slate of eight new reality programs and the return of 13 existing series, including 'Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura,' according to the Hollywood Reporter. Joining the former governor is the hidden-camera series 'Exposed' from Ashton Kutcher, which is being described as a "social experiment."

Meanwhile, TruTV has lined up another hidden-camera series: 'Rogue Soiety,' which will "expose bigots and scam artists though various pranks." (They should have gotten Kutcher involved on that one as well, as he knows a thing or two about prank shows.)

Also on tap: 'Ma's Roadhouse,' which will take viewers inside a Texas saloon, 'Limo Bob,' about owner of a fleet of limos in Chicago, and 'The Naked Office,' which follows a business that raises office worker spirits through an unorthodox method of group therapy.

And, of course, you can't get into reality TV without a restaurant series ('America's Toughest Boss') and one exploring supernatural phenomenon ('Disclosure').

No word yet on when these series will hit the airwaves.


]]> americas toughest bossashton kutcherdisclosureexposedhidden camerajesse venturalimo bobmas roadhouseprankrogue societythe naked officetrutv Jason Hughes 2010-04-28T12:30:00+00:00 First 'True Blood' Minisode is Available Online http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/first-true-blood-minisode-is-available-online/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/first-true-blood-minisode-is-available-online/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/first-true-blood-minisode-is-available-online/#comments Filed under: , , , , , , , , ,


True BloodRemember when TV Squad mentioned the 'True Blood' minisodes that will be shown with the encore presentations of season two on HBO in anticipation of season three in June? Someone at HBO got impatient and posted one of the minisodes online (or, more likely, recognized the marketing potential of letting people watch it in advance).

In the clip, Eric and Pam are auditioning new dancers for Fangtasia and there are more than a few comic relief moments. There is even a male dancer that is reminiscent of an old 'Saturday Night Live' Chippendale's sketch with Chris Farley. It's a self-contained story so the viewer doesn't have to worry if he or she has never watched 'True Blood' before.

The video is available after the jump. It is a bit racy, so be careful if you're watching it from a work or school or otherwise NSFW location. Let us know what you think of it in the comments.

Continue Reading]]> Anna PaquinBilldancerEricFangtasiaHBOminisodePamSeason 3Sookie StackhouseStephen MoyerTrue Bloodvampire Brad Trechak 2010-04-27T15:51:00+00:00 Jerry Bruckheimer Teams With ABC For New Reality Series http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/jerry-bruckheimer-teams-with-abc-for-new-reality-series/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/jerry-bruckheimer-teams-with-abc-for-new-reality-series/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/27/jerry-bruckheimer-teams-with-abc-for-new-reality-series/#comments Filed under: , , ,


Jerry BruckheimerJerry Bruckheimer and Bert van Munster, producers of Emmy-winning 'Amazing Race,' have just struck a deal to create a new series with ABC. The show is being teased as a "heart-stopping reality competition."

According to The Wrap, the new reality series is tentatively called 'Catch Me,' and is set to contain several of the action elements that made 'Amazing Race' a hit. Producers are reportedly looking to cast teams of two in the project, with contestants who "have an adventurous streak and a poker face." Player recruitment will begin in Chicago.

For more, check out Inside TV.

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ChuckTo quote Professor Farnsworth, "Good news, everyone!" It's looking likely that 'Chuck' will be getting another season on NBC, according to the Ausiello Files, although no official word has been sent to the press as of yet.

This is comforting news, as ratings for its current season haven't been stellar, despite the excellent pseudo-season finale, which was written before its six-episode extension was commissioned. Our own Joel Keller has an excellent interview here on TV Squad with 'Chuck' co-creator Chris Fedak about "Season 3.2."

While the previous episode had (spoiler alert!) Chuck and Sarah hooking up at the end, it does make one wonder where the series could go from that point onward. After all, that seemed to be the point of the series since the first episode. The good news is that we're going to find out when the first of six new episodes begin airing on Monday.

]]> Chuckfourth seasonFourthSeasonNBCreality-freeseason fourSeasonFour Brad Trechak 2010-04-23T14:45:00+00:00 Four Ways to Make 'Parenthood' Even Better http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/four-ways-to-make-parenthood-even-better/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/four-ways-to-make-parenthood-even-better/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/four-ways-to-make-parenthood-even-better/#comments Filed under: , , , , , , ,


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The news last week that NBC had renewed 'Parenthood' for a second season was not a big surprise. Yes, the show had a rocky start, considering that it was forced into a midseason premiere because producers had to recast actress Maura Tierney's role while she was battling breast cancer. But since then, it has been well-received and even bested its main competition Tuesdays at 10PM ET, 'The Good Wife,' a few times in the ratings. So there was every reason for NBC to give the Ron Howard/Brian Grazer production a second season. It earned it.

The show has actually been getting better. It's on its way to becoming a hit, and with just a few changes in the season to come, it could succeed. We've narrowed it down to four specifics, our suggestions for how 'Parenthood' could get even better than it is right now. Read our list and then weigh in with your thoughts.

Continue Reading]]> 2010Bravermanscraig fergusonCraigFergusondax shepardDaxShepardLauren GrahamLaurenGrahamMaura TierneyMauraTierneyNBCParenthoodPeter KayPeterKayreality-freeRon HowardRonHowardThe Good WifeTheGoodWife Allison Waldman 2010-04-22T17:00:00+00:00 'Wicked Summah' Headed to TruTV? http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/wicked-summah-headed-to-trutv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/wicked-summah-headed-to-trutv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/22/wicked-summah-headed-to-trutv/#comments Filed under: , , , , , ,


TruTVGet ready for a 'Wicked Summah' on TruTV.

According to Broadcasting & Cable, 'Summah,' which is being described as an unofficial spinoff of MTV's runaway hit, 'Jersey Shore,' is in the "very early stages of development" at TruTV, according to a network spokesperson.

Filming will be set on Cape Cod, though no word on when the series will actually hit the airwaves.

Doron Ofir Casting, the company behind 'Shore,' is casting the show. (For a taste of who might wind up on the show, check out its casting website.)

And speaking of 'Jersey Shore,' MTV recently announced that the show, which will be filming in Miami and Jersey, will return for a second season on Jul. 29.

]]> BostonJersey ShoreJerseyShoreMassachusettsMTVNew JerseyNewJerseyTruTVWicked SummahWickedSummah Brad Trechak 2010-04-22T09:15:00+00:00 More 'Ugly Americans' for Comedy Central http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/more-ugly-americans-for-comedy-central/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/more-ugly-americans-for-comedy-central/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/more-ugly-americans-for-comedy-central/#comments Filed under: , , , , , ,


Comedy Central has ordered seven additional episodes of 'Ugly Americans'Good news for those of you hanging out after 'South Park' to watch 'Ugly Americans': Comedy Central has decided to pick up some more episodes of the animated, horror-comedy.

But before you go apoplectic with excitement, the network has ordered just seven additional installments. However, with the amount of time it takes for some animated shows to be produced, and the fact that this is cable, that's almost like a full-season order.

The show, which is a pseudo-workplace comedy about a social worker who helps humans, vampires and demons (among other unusual creatures) integrate into the normal world, has been fairly steady at about 2 million viewers. With 'South Park' garnering an average of million viewers (ages 18-49), 'Ugly Americans' is holding around half the audience. With the continued success of 'South Park' and new episodes of 'Futurama' on the horizon, 'Ugly Americans' looks to be in good animated company.

The new episodes will begin airing on Comedy Central in October.

]]> 2 million viewers2MillionViewersfuturamareality-freeSeven more episodesSevenMoreEpisodesSouth ParkSouthParkUgly AmericansUglyAmericans Rich Keller 2010-04-21T13:30:00+00:00 'True Blood' Minisodes to Begin May 2 http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/true-blood-minisodes-to-begin-may-2/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/true-blood-minisodes-to-begin-may-2/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/true-blood-minisodes-to-begin-may-2/#comments Filed under: , , , , , , ,


True BloodCan't wait until the June premiere of 'True Blood' season 3? Well, HBO's got you covered.

Starting May 2, HBO will begin airing six weekly 'True Blood' minisodes (3-5 minute episodes), according to True-Blood.net. The minisodes, which will be written by creator Alan Ball, will air following the conclusion of the season 2 encore.

Will we see the identities of whoever kidnapped Bill? Will Sookie make an appearance? At this point it is unknown.

The only familiar character that will make an appearance so far is the teen vampire Jessica Hamby (played by Deborah Ann Woll). She was turned by Bill at the end of the season 1, and then had a teen romance during season 2 that didn't end well.

After that, she decided to embrace her vampire ways and was seen feeding on a truck driver during the last episode. Perhaps during the minisodes we'll be treated to one of her predatory slaughters.

This is exciting. Is it May yet?

]]> Anna PaquinAnnaPaquinHBOJessica HambyJessicaHambyminisodesreality-freeSookie StackhouseSookieStackhouseTrue BloodTrueBlood Brad Trechak 2010-04-21T11:30:00+00:00 'Smallville' Creators Sign Deal With Sony TV http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/smallville-creators-sign-deal-with-sony-tv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/smallville-creators-sign-deal-with-sony-tv/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/21/smallville-creators-sign-deal-with-sony-tv/#comments Filed under: , , , , , ,


Smallville'Smallville' creators Al Gough and Miles Millar have signed a two-year deal with Sony Pictures TV for the development of new programming, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The two have not been involved with 'Smallville' since 2008.

The pair was also involved in a number of big-screen projects, including 'Shanghai Noon,' 'Spider-Man 2' and the tween flick 'Hannah Montana: The Movie.'

The article does not specify the type of programming they will create for Sony's TV division. If they're consistent in terms of the shows they've previously worked on, then it will likely be material aimed at the CW type of audience (or those who appreciate teen angst).

On the other hand, 'Smallville' improved in quality once the two of them departed. That time coincided with the show concentrating more on the geek factor than the teen angst (which is useful since the characters aren't of teens anymore). As a result, it's tough to say whether this deal is more a boon for Gough and Millar or Sony.

]]> creatorsdealreality-freeSmallvilleSonySony Pictures TelevisionSony TVSonyPicturesTelevisionSonyTv Brad Trechak 2010-04-21T09:45:00+00:00 'Parenthood,' 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Get New Seasons http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/20/parenthood-curb-your-enthusiasm-get-new-seasons/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/20/parenthood-curb-your-enthusiasm-get-new-seasons/ http://www.aoltv.com/2010/04/20/parenthood-curb-your-enthusiasm-get-new-seasons/#comments Filed under: ,


ParenthoodNever underestimate the power of family -- or that of a cranky man.

NBC has renewed 'Parenthood' for a second season following a surprising ratings performance on a crowded Tuesday night, opposite such heavyweights as CBS' 'The Good Wife.'

Meanwhile, HBO and star Larry David also announced today that 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' will be back for an eighth season.

'Parenthood' follows three generations of the Braverman clan, each family on a different course. 'Curb' follows the (mis?)adventures of Larry David as himself.

Check out Inside TV for more details.

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