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Friday, May 16, 2008
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Spoiler Scoop!
Bones: From the sound of it, the finale has good stuff on the Bones-Booth front. According to Emily Deschanel, Bones is very "emotional" about Booth being shot, and it sounds like it advances their romance a bit!
Dollhouse: More on this later, but for now let me just say that when I talked to Joss Whedon about how awesome it was that two of his best Whedonverse girls (Eliza Dushku and Summer Glau) were here together, he said, "Yes. It's such a waste. I don't even have a casting couch. Just a chair." Love.
Fringe: Without seeing a frame of footage, I think I can say I'm in love. Joshua Jackson is back! The man is hilarious, and when I pried about where the series might go after the pilot, he said, "What? Do you think this is my first time at the rodeo? I can't tell you that! I'll be killed." (He was being chaperoned by Bad Robot badass Bryan Burk, so perhaps his fears were legitimate.) Honestly, though, he's so great it's ridiculous.
Prison Break: Wentworth Miller said that if he had to describe the fourth season, the phrase "the Dirty Seven" comes to mind, as all our fave guys join forces to defeat the Company. He also confirmed that Michael might finally get some action this year and that he's getting his tattoo removed. Wentworth said that the tattoo removal is a bittersweet thing for him, since that was such a key part of the character in the first two seasons. As for the move to Los Angeles, Dominic Purcell said, "It's about time!" Apparently the actors were promised such a move in the middle of season one, but it's just now that it's come to pass.
Terminator: Thomas Dekker and Summer Glau seemed extremely excited about season two of Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles—not just that there is going to be a season two, but what it's going to be about. I got the distinct impression something radical happens in the first episode. Speaking of radical, Thomas has shaved his head—he did a movie about a cancer patient—but he wouldn't say anything about whether John Connor was having a similar style switch, because apparently that plays into the upcoming plot twists. And Summer assured me Cameron is definitely back, even though she got blowed up in the finale. I suspect that her return has something to do with that radical change...
Source Kristen @ E!Online
Fox Schedule!
Fox Fall Schedule
Monday 8 p.m.: Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles
9 p.m.: Prison Break
Tuesday 8 p.m.: House
9 p.m.: Fringe
Wednesday 8 p.m.: Bones
Fox Spring Schedule
9 p.m.: 24
Tuesday 8 p.m.: American Idol
9 p.m.: Fringe
Wednesday 8 p.m.: House
9 p.m.: American Idol Results
Thursday 8 p.m.: Hell's Kitchen
Friday 8 p.m.: Bones
Fringe Press Release!
FRINGE (Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT):
From J.J. Abrams ("Lost"), Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, the team behind "Star Trek," "Mission: Impossible III" and "Alias," comes a new drama that will thrill, terrify and explore the blurring line between science fiction and reality. When an international flight lands at Boston's Logan Airport and the passengers and crew have all died grisly deaths, FBI Special Agent OLIVIA DUNHAM (newcomer Anna Torv) is called in to investigate. After her partner, Special Agent JOHN SCOTT (Mark Valley, "Boston Legal"), is nearly killed during the investigation, a desperate Olivia searches frantically for someone to help, leading her to DR. WALTER BISHOP (John Noble, "Lord of the Rings"), our generation's Einstein.
There's only one catch: he's been institutionalized for the last 20 years, and the only way to question him requires pulling his estranged son PETER (Joshua Jackson, "Dawson's Creek") in to help. When Olivia's investigation leads her to manipulative corporate executive NINA SHARP (Blair Brown, "Altered States"), our unlikely trio along with fellow FBI Agents PHILLIP BROYLES (Lance Reddick, "The Wire"), CHARLIE FRANCIS (Kirk Acevedo, "Oz") and ASTRID FARNSWORTH (Jasika Nicole, "Law & Order: Criminal Intent") will discover that what happened on Flight 627 is only a small piece of a larger, more shocking truth.
Source: Fox
Fall Shows Lineup!
"For those who've been keeping an ear to the tracks, Fox's fall plan didn't shake out exactly as expected. Perhaps waylaid by CBS' decision to program Wednesday's 8 o'clock hour with comedies, Fox has opted to counterprogram with Bones. Leading out of House on Tuesdays at 9 is Lost creator J.J. Abrams' much-anticipated Fringe.On Monday, Terminator and Prison Break have swapped places, with Sarah Connor now kicking off the night.
Joss Whedon's Dollhouse, as expected, won't open until midseason. 24, Idol and Hell's Kitchen all return in January. — MWM"
Smallville Scoop!
Smallville fans, consider this bullet officially dodged: Multiple sources confirm to me exclusively that after weeks of tense negotiations, Allison Mack has sealed a deal to return next season as a series regular!
Although the specifics of the new contract -- which was signed just hours ago -- are being kept under wraps, I'm told it calls for Mack to appear in all episodes produced next season. As I reported earlier this week, the actress' reps were (wisely) using the imminent departure of Smallville vet Michael Rosenbaum as leverage in the negotiations. I'm going to go out on a limb and say the strategy paid off.
Source: Tv Guide
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Moonlight/Dollhouse Scoop!
Jords: Is there any chance of Moonlight being a midseason replacement option?There is no chance of Moonlight being a midseason replacement on CBS, but according to Nikki Finke, there's a chance the CW (which is co-owned by the WB and which produces Moonlight) could schedule it on Saturday night.
Gomtuu: Does "midseason two-parter, namely episodes seven and eight" mean Fox ordered six more episodes of Dollhouse?
According to Joss Whedon, Fox has ordered 13 episodes of Dollhouse.
"I spent a good while chatting with the one and only Joss Whedon (pinch me!), who told me they he just wrapped on the pilot shoot for Dollhouse Friday, and that he has a very good feeling about the series because "Eliza Dushku can play anything, and in this series, she does." Can. Not. Wait. He also very kindly shared this info about the show:
-Joss directs the second episode as well as the finished-on-Friday pilot, just to get things rolling.
-Sarah Fain and Elizabeth Craft are the show runners.
-Steve DeKnight and Tim Minear are both consulting producers on the series.
-Tim is writing and directing the midseason two-parter, namely episodes seven and eight.
-Joss would love to get Jane Espenson to join the gang too, if he could, but she's on Battlestar at the moment and the show's budget might not permit it. (Is it just me or do you want to send Fox a check right about now?)
-As reported earlier this week, Dollhouse will go at midseason, and, according to Joss, it's likely premiering in January.
-There is no Dollhouse presentation planned at the Fox event, but Eliza Dushku might appear on behalf of the show.
-Joss: "I'm still having so much fun. I keep waiting for it to not be fun anymore."
-Joss needs your/our help promoting Dr. Horrible when it comes out, because the marketing group for that little online musical is...him. I'll make the wheat paste for the posters, you print up the flyers, 'kay?"
-Sarah Fain and Elizabeth Craft are the show runners.
-Steve DeKnight and Tim Minear are both consulting producers on the series.
-Tim is writing and directing the midseason two-parter, namely episodes seven and eight.
-Joss would love to get Jane Espenson to join the gang too, if he could, but she's on Battlestar at the moment and the show's budget might not permit it. (Is it just me or do you want to send Fox a check right about now?)
-As reported earlier this week, Dollhouse will go at midseason, and, according to Joss, it's likely premiering in January.
-There is no Dollhouse presentation planned at the Fox event, but Eliza Dushku might appear on behalf of the show.
-Joss: "I'm still having so much fun. I keep waiting for it to not be fun anymore."
-Joss needs your/our help promoting Dr. Horrible when it comes out, because the marketing group for that little online musical is...him. I'll make the wheat paste for the posters, you print up the flyers, 'kay?"
SPOILERS!
Latest from TV Guide's Ausiello:
Question: Ausiello, last year you rode in on a white steed and gave us crucial info about the Lost finale. Can you be our hero again this season and give us more on the "spectacular kiss"? — Beth
Ausiello: It seems Darlton was holding out on us. Not only is the kiss spectacular, but according to a very solid source, it's the kind of liplock that "stops f---ing time" and "makes the entire world vanish in the moment."
Ausiello: It seems Darlton was holding out on us. Not only is the kiss spectacular, but according to a very solid source, it's the kind of liplock that "stops f---ing time" and "makes the entire world vanish in the moment."
Question: No. Lost. Scoop. In. Last. Week's. AA. Help. — David and Pam
Ausiello: There's a fair amount of blood shed in next week's two-hour capper. And there's at least one significant death.
Ausiello: There's a fair amount of blood shed in next week's two-hour capper. And there's at least one significant death.
Question: I read your story about Allison Mack possibly not re-signing for Smallville next season. What's the latest? — Marta
Ausiello: Talks are still at a stand-still. That's the bad news. The good news is that production doesn't resume until July, so the situation isn’t all that dire… yet. One Smallville insider speculates that Mack may ultimately take a page from co-star Kristin Kreuk's book and return for only a handful of episodes. It's not ideal, but it certainly beats the alternative: no Chloe at all. BTW, many of you have written in asking whether you should read anything into the fact the CW, in its upfront press release yesterday, left Mack's name off the Smallville's cast list, and the answer is, well, let's ask the CW: "We are in talks with her," responds a network rep. "Hopefully she will return next season." This just in: It's up to $106! I'm gaining on Catherine Bell! I may actually have a shot at winning this thing. Keep bidding, people! This is one of those rare opportunities to raise money for something you really believe in (relief for families suffering from neurofibromatosis) and support a worthwhile charity (my ego).
Ausiello: Talks are still at a stand-still. That's the bad news. The good news is that production doesn't resume until July, so the situation isn’t all that dire… yet. One Smallville insider speculates that Mack may ultimately take a page from co-star Kristin Kreuk's book and return for only a handful of episodes. It's not ideal, but it certainly beats the alternative: no Chloe at all. BTW, many of you have written in asking whether you should read anything into the fact the CW, in its upfront press release yesterday, left Mack's name off the Smallville's cast list, and the answer is, well, let's ask the CW: "We are in talks with her," responds a network rep. "Hopefully she will return next season." This just in: It's up to $106! I'm gaining on Catherine Bell! I may actually have a shot at winning this thing. Keep bidding, people! This is one of those rare opportunities to raise money for something you really believe in (relief for families suffering from neurofibromatosis) and support a worthwhile charity (my ego).
Question: What's the deal with Battlestar Galactica? No one is scooping this show in its awesome final season. Got anything juicy? — Robin
Ausiello: Is it really that awesome? I'm not so sure. I've actually found myself quite bored by most of what's happening this season. The stuff with Baltar and his harem is particularly snoozeworthy. Maybe it's just me, but I miss the old BSG. The one that had me on the edge of my seat every frakkin episode. Agree? Disagree? Sound off in the AA Discussion Thread.
Ausiello: Is it really that awesome? I'm not so sure. I've actually found myself quite bored by most of what's happening this season. The stuff with Baltar and his harem is particularly snoozeworthy. Maybe it's just me, but I miss the old BSG. The one that had me on the edge of my seat every frakkin episode. Agree? Disagree? Sound off in the AA Discussion Thread.
Question: Any news on a Season 3 of Heroes for Kristen Bell? — Camille
Ausiello: There's still no deal, but I'm told "it's close."
Ausiello: There's still no deal, but I'm told "it's close."
Question: Any additional info on the casting of Doomsday or the new female villain on Smallville? — Eric
Ausiello: As luck would have it, the official casting breakdowns went out last week, and here are the highlights:
Ausiello: As luck would have it, the official casting breakdowns went out last week, and here are the highlights:
Doomsday
• Real name: Davis Bloome
• He's in his mid-20s.
• He works as a bartender at the hip new Metropolis lounge Ace of Clubs (get it?).
• He plays down his smoldering good looks with a self-effacing wit and down-to-earth soulfulness. But he has long felt like an outsider (hence his nickname). And beneath his charismatic, easy-going demeanor lies a brooding sense of isolation and insecurity. When he begins to delve into the haunting mysteries of his true origins, a darker truth begins to emerge, one of blood and serial murders, one of survival and utter destruction — one in which he is forced to confront the true evil inside of him."
Tess
• Drop-dead gorgeous (duh)
• Roughly 28 years old
• She's determined, sexy, vengeful and has super-strength.
• "While Lex is away, she is in control of his estate and rules it with aggression. She's had intellect and the confidence all her life, though it's obvious she's had some training from Lex as well. But as much as Lex has helped fortify her power, he is also her biggest weakness. She harbors an undying devotion to Lex, claiming he saved her life a few years ago. She carries out his wishes with coercion, force, seduction — anything to get what she wants. And no one can resist her beguiling ways. Even Clark Kent. She doesn't remember anything before the day she met Lex. Once she realizes her previous life is buried below the surface, she's desperate to dig it up."
Question: Will we see Cynthia Watros back on Lost this season?— Dave
Ausiello: No, but you will see her in TBS' The Bill Engvall Show. Sources confirm to me exclusively that Watros will play Nancy Travis' free-spirited friend in three episodes of the show's upcoming second season (debuting June 12).
Ausiello: No, but you will see her in TBS' The Bill Engvall Show. Sources confirm to me exclusively that Watros will play Nancy Travis' free-spirited friend in three episodes of the show's upcoming second season (debuting June 12).
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
LOST Finale Scoop!
At today's ABC Upfront presentation they showed a new clip/sneak peek. Kristen from E! has written a transcipt of the video:
"Two pilots are at the helm of a transport plane, maybe a C-17. One chatises the other for clinging to his lucky charm, the one holding the rabbit's foot says he has to be extra vigilant considering the cargo they are carrying. These two are the copilots of a Coast Guard transport that's bringing the Oceanic Six back to the mainland. Michelle Forbes is an Oceanic Airlines rep, strapped into the jump seat immediately behind the pilots. The pilots tell Forbes they're approaching the tarmac.She goes back into the cargo hold where Jack, Hurley, Sayid, Sun and Kate are strapped in to passenger seats.
Kate is holding Aaron. Michelle Forbes tells the Six the press wants to talk to them but she can get them out of it. Jack speaks for the group and says that's fine, they're prepared to answer any questions. Michelle Forbes leaves, tottering back to the cockpit in her stilettos.Jack says they all know the story, but if they get any questions they can’t answer, the press will just assume they're in shock. Sun: "Jack, we are in shock." Sun and Sayid do like they're in shock, whereas Kate just looks generally devastated. Aaron is wearing an insanely adorable little overall jumper. The plane lands, and the gangplank is lowered.The Six exit the back of the transport. Mama Reyes, Papa and Mama Paik, and Mama Shephard are all waiting. All three clans are overjoyed to see each other. Sayid and Kate have no families greeting them.
Hugo jumps back after hugging his mom hello and introduces Sayid, who gets the full family hug treatment.Kate, who looks especially freckly for some reason, holds on tight to Baby Aaron and looks around, all alone. I know that Sam Austen is probably supposed to be in Iraq or something (cf the background soldiers in "Something Nice Back Home") and I know her mom is perpetually dying, but she's all alone, and it shows.
Smash Cut: LOST!"
Source: E!Online
Moonlight Cancelled!!!
"CBS' vampire drama "Moonlight" will not rise again.
Sources confirm the fan favorite will not be renewed by the network for a second season.CBS declined to pickup the series because it was failing to hold its "Ghost Whisperer" lead-in and declined in the ratings post-strike. Last Friday's episode garnered a 2.0 rating among adults 18 to 49.The news will doubtlessly devastate "Moonlight" fans, which have been very passionate for the show by any standard.
Recently fans organized a nationwide blood drive to rally viewer support for a renewal.But last year CBS picked up cult favorite "Jericho" despite mediocre ratings, only to see the series plummet when it returned this year. With "Moonlight" having a serialized storyline, the chances of the show rebounding next season seemed slim.The cancellation means "The Big Bang Theory" is the only member of CBS' freshman crop to return next year."
Source: Hollywood Reporter
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