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2009-01-07T19:37:00.003-09:00

I know this is a new blog and I am still trying to get in the hang of it, one thing that I would love for you do to as readers is COMMENT. Comments let me know what you like and don't like, what your thoughts are and watch shows you watch and want me to cover more. Thanks, and keep up the support and the TV Watching!

Reaper Season 2 First Trailer

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Here is the first trailer for the new season of Reaper starting March 17th at 9/8c on the CW. What are your thoughts?

News from the Industry - January 7th, 2009

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The latest news:

TNT orders two new dramas to add to it's original slate. The Line, starring Dylan McDermott that is the boss of a undercover police squad from the creative minds of Jerry Bruckheimer. Plus, Time Heals, starring Jada Pinkett Smith as a nurse in North Carolina. (Link)

The ABC pilot The Middle, starring Patricia Heaton as a mom who has trouble raising three kids, has cast Scrubs' janitor Neil Flynn as her wife. (Link)

Previously on January 6th, 2009

2009-01-07T15:00:00.010-09:00

Last night there was stabbing, curiosity, mommy troubles, revenge, and innocence. I watched a few things, but what did you watch? Did you check out the great Homeland Security USA & Scrubs on ABC? Check out The Mentalist like me? Or did you sit down to the CW with 90210 and the sweet Privileged that warms my heart?

Leverage: This week Leverage had everything: a fake movie, some bad accents, orphans, and some funny lines. I loved it. This show has really grown on me and I find that every week the show finds a way to change it up. This week it was about getting a kid back from Belgrade and in the process of the heist, they had to do things they originally did not want to do. In order to get the kid back they had to create a fake movie and use Sophie as the actress and she was actually good at acting! I find it hilarious that she can't act when it is not part of a job, but when it is she can't to great. The ending was great especially with the fake death of Beth Riesgraf. Plus, this show is great in HD!

90210: The best part of this

week's 90210 was of course Brenda & Kelly. They are by far the most interesting and their character dynamic is so great. Plus, I hate how Naomi has to be so annoying and I really can't stand watching her. I find the acting by Shanae Grimes to be off and on, sometimes it is not that bad, sometimes it is. One of the real hidden gems on this show is Lori Loughlin. I loved her in Full House and more recently Summerland. She is so real and I love the mom she plays, fun but serious.

The best part about 90210 and enough reason to watch it on its own is Jessica Lowndes. Her portrayal of Adrianna was so genuine that it made me think for a second this was a real story. Especially the story line that she was handed this week, with the revelation that she is pregnant with a users baby is such a gift for this really talented young actress. Bravo, to a great character and actress.

The Mentalist: I love this show! Period. It so fun and it is a procedural and that is why it is hard to recap, so I will just tell you why it is so good. Its not all because of Simon Baker's great performance as Patrick Jane, it falls partially on the great supporting cast. I love Robin Tunney as Lisbon with her witty responses and her underlying admiration for Jane. I also like Amanda Righetti as Van Belt with her childlike love for Patrick and his cool tricks. This is a a procedural worth watching and with 16 million viewers watching, I can already see you are.

Privileged: This might be the most innocent show, that is so charming I can't get enough. Joanna Garcia as Megan maybe the most perfect, wonderful casting ever, and her acting is spot on. In last night episode, Sharon Lawerence as Megan's mom Shelly decide to act like she wasn't gone for her childhood and it created problems with Megan to the point that they aren't talking. This story is happening to so many people and love that is being developed here. This was a big Marco episode and we were do for one. He is pondering maybe he should leave the mansion to pursue his own cafe and his boyfriend Keith (who hasn't been seen, but was in the original script for the pilot), who ended up being a bad influence. This show is amazing and is a real hidden gem in the primetime TV world!

What I Will Be Watching - January 7th, 2009

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Tonight, it is back and by it I mean Damages! I will be watching....

Damages - 10/9c on FX The suburb drama begins for the second season with an all-star cast. Returning the brilliant Glenn Glose, Rose Byrne, Tate Donavan, and Ted Danson, with new additions William Hurt, the scary but good Timothy Olyphant, and Marcia Gay Harden. This show is brilliant on so many levels and I can't obtain my excitement. If you missed on the first season, FX has a great catch up on their website. This season, Ellen tries to ruin Patty and William Hurt is a client that may cause trouble in Patty's life.

Top Chef: New York - 10/9c on Bravo It is back. This is just a joy to watch every week and it is coming back tonight with a new judge. Toby Young replaces Gail Simmons while she is on leave after getting married and from the look of it he is tough and is giving a double elimination. Lets hope Carla stays in, she is such a hoot!

Law & Order - 10/9c on NBC I love the original and the ADA's are so good. This is a guilty pleasure of mine and I think you should be watching. Tonight,

Other worth noting.....

13: The Fear is Real - 8/7c on The CW For you horror fans, here is a show for you. 13 is a horror reality series about 13 young adults that venture into the forest and stuff happens. From what I heard that stuff is more funny than scary.

People's Choice Awards - 9/8c on CBS Queen Latifah hosts the 35th event that honors all entertainment as voted by the people.

Patrick Swayze: The Truth - 10/9c on ABC Barbara Walters interviews the iconic Patrick Swayze about life, his battle with cancer, and his new A&E show The Beast.

Real World: Brooklyn - 10/9c on MTV The 21st installment of the "first" reality show begins, and I might actually check it out because it has a wide range of people and a good local.

NBC to add another new show when giving up 10 next fall?

2009-01-06T17:07:00.003-09:00

When NBC gives up it's 10 a clock slot for Monday thru Friday next fall it will have five less hours to program. That means five less hours for scripted TV. So, I don't get this news that they are going to launch (maybe) another new show this winter besides the couple they are already going to do. 'Police' does have some good actors but is that good enough.

From Hollywood Reporter:

NBC is looking to keep a John Wells-branded drama on the air after the March finale of "ER" with an offer for an episodic order to Wells' new cop drama pilot "Police" (formerly "LAPD").

NBC is in heavy talks with Warner Bros. TV, which produces "Police" with studio-based John Wells Prods., for a possible midseason pickup.

There have been several major obstacles to making a deal, the main of which is the future of NBC's 10 p.m. slots, longtime home of drama series. With the network's recent announcement that it will strip a comedy talk show hosted by Jay Leno in the time period beginning in September, it is not clear whether NBC would need "Police" beyond May.

Also in question is the size of the order, with 12 episodes said to be the more likely but a short, six-episode run also said to be under consideration.

The two sides are trying to hammer out a deal that would work financially for the network and the studio, and sources are hopeful that an agreement could be reached.

Ordered to pilot in June, "LAPD" is an ensemble show starring Tom Everett Scott, Regina King and Arija Bareikis that follows a group of police officers in Los Angeles. It's exec produced by writer Ann Biderman, director Christopher Chulack and Wells.

Previously on January 5th, 2009

2009-01-06T15:00:00.002-09:00

Last night there was trashiness, betrayal, a lot of New York City, and some arrogance. All you need for a good night in TV world. I watched Gossip Girl, which hasn't suffered a sophomore slump and is better than ever, True Beauty, a new beauty competition that is one of the guiltiest of guiltiest pleasures, and finally The City, which is getting better and better.

Gossip Girl: This episode had everything. Every character almost had developments and the drama was revamped. This episode was more a set-up episode with story-lines started just enough to spark interest. First for Jenny it was back-to-school. She finally returns to Constance after her adult stage and I have been waiting for this for a while. She goes around with the wonderful Eric, trying to mess up Blair's underlings. For Dan it was all about Serena. After Serena finally broke up with the weird stocker Aaron in South America, she returns and wants Dan back and he is more than welcoming. For me, I have mixed feelings about the pairing. I like how sweet they are together, but I don't like that in the original books this couple was never meant to be more than a fling.

The episode was mostly focused on Chuck and his downward spiral. Blair really cares about Chuck and hopes he gets better. We find out that he was off shacking it up in other part of the world and comes back with his uncle. The uncle was an amusing character and reminded me of Chuck. Once back at school Chuck gets caught smoking and it is Blair that wants to deal with it. I think that Blair can be a great influence for Chuck if Blair can be a little less out of control herself sometimes.

The main draw for me about this episode was Lily & Rufus. They are the true couple of this show I feel and love the acting that both Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle give in there scenes. As we found out before Lily had a kid with Rufus that he did not know about and she gave it up for adoption. This boy is driving Rufus crazy and Lily is mad that even knows. I am excited to see where this stroy goes and I hope it is part of the main story for the rest of the season.

True Beauty: This show has some of the most arrogant, selfish and self-absorbed people I have ever seen (I am sure some of that is for the show). I was very reluctant to watch this but decided to check it out, and I didn't like it but couldn't bring my self to stop watching. There is something so trashy and fun about watching people being judged on both their inner and outer beauty and being so vein. I haven't made up my mind about next week, but I do know that the right person went home.

The City: The City's third episode was great. I love how Whitney did not listen to the creepy Olivia about her apartment search and went for the beautiful spot she saw first that Jay picked out. I love how this show really shows of New York and love seeing spots that I have been too on my travels. This show is starting to grow and I think will have a long life it people find it and latch on like The Hills. I really like Erin, I think she is fun, smart, and a great companion for Whitney. I hope the show shows her life even more in the remaining ten episodes.

What I Will Be Watching - January 6th, 2009

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The return week continues with a bunch of premieres. What I will be watching...

Scrubs - 9/8c on ABC This comedy returns to ABC and is better than ever. The first half-hour introduces Dr. Maddox played by Courtney Cox and is so funny. The 2nd half-hour goes to more of the drama with some moving performances.

90210 - 8/7c on The CW In the return episode of this teen drama that is so ridiculous but I can't stop watching, Annie has bad feelings about her supposed brother Sean and Brenda spills the beans of somethings to Kelly. Yea, more Brenda!

Privileged - 9/8c on The CW In the return of maybe the best new series this season, more mommy trouble is in store for Megan and I couldn't be more happy for the drama! Also, Sage gets to know Luis even better and Rose has some ideas!

Homeland Security USA - 8/7c on ABC Check out this new documentary series which is so interesting and provocative. It shows you the inner workings of the Department of Homeland Security and you won't believe what you see!

The Mentalist - 9/8c on CBS The seasons number one new drama in terms of ratings returns with Jane leaving the CBI to try to find answers to the Red John Killer who killed his wife and kid.

Leverage - 10/9c on TNT The drama continues with the team scam couples looking to adopt, how fun!

What else is on....

Law and Order: SVU - 10/9c on NBC I used to watch this far superior L&O live every week but now it got repetitive so I catch the reruns. Tonight, a girl returns after being abducted and the team help her regain her memories.

Nip/Tuck - 10/9c The FX drama returns tonight in a continuation of its 5th season. The show will end with its 6th. Tonight, Sean ends a relasonship and tries to change his life around after his shooting.

More Join 'Operating Instructions'

2009-01-06T05:12:00.001-09:00

This pilot is looking like it will be a good one. I love Emily Rose and Christine Lahti is a personal fave.

From Hollywood Reporter:

Emmy winner Christine Lahti and Johnny Sneed have joined the cast of USA Network's 90-minute pilot "Operating Instructions," directed by "Hitch" helmer Andy Tennant.

The project, from Conaco Prods. and Universal Cable Prods., centers on Lt. Rachel Scott (Emily Rose), a former Marine who returns from a tour as a Navy surgeon to take a post at a military hospital.

Lahti will play Cmdr. Helen Keller, the hospital's chief administrator, who butts heads with Rachel almost from the get-go.

Sneed will play Capt. Will McKay, who might share a history with Rachel. He is the hospital's chief medical officer and arranged for her to take the job there.

Lahti and Sneed join the previously cast Rose, Nick Zano and Diana Maria Riva.

"Instructions" marks Lahti's return to the medical genre after her Emmy-winning turn on the CBS drama "Chicago Hope."

USA Picks Up "Royal Pains"

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Today, USA picked up a new series to add to their great character lineup. This one stars Mark Feuerstein as a doctor and I think could fit well with the USA brand.

From Hollywood Reporter:

USA Network is moving forward with "Royal Pains," giving a series pickup to the show starring Mark Feuerstein as an on-call doctor to the Hamptons elite.

The cable channel has ordered 11 hourlong episodes in addition to the two-hour pilot for a potential summer launch. "Pains" marks the first original series produced for USA by corporate sibling Universal Cable Prods., which was formed in the spring when the cable operations of Universal Media Studios were spun off into a new production entity under Bonnie Hammer.

"Pains" is eyed as a possible companion for "House," the off-network rights to which USA has acquired.

Jeff Wachtel, executive vp original programming at USA and co-head of original content at Universal Cable Prods., said he and executive vp original programming Jackie de Crinis began developing shows centered on a doctor two years ago after they acquired the "House" rights.

" 'Royal Pains' is our first doctor show," Wachtel said. "And I say 'doctor' rather than 'medical' because 'doctor show' means it's more personal and offbeat, and that fits into our brand. 'Medical show' typically means more of a hospital ensemble."

Paulo Costanzo, Jill Flint and Reshma Shetty co star in "Pains," which is exec produced by Rich Frank and Paul Frank and written and co-exec produced by Andrew Lenchewski. John Rogers also is co-executive producer. The pilot's helmer, Jace Alexander, will stay on as directing producer.

"Pains" is one of three cast-contingent 90-minute pilots USA greenlighted last summer, along with "White Collar" and "Operating Instructions," both of which are wrapping casting.

Previously on January 4th, 2009

2009-01-05T15:02:00.004-09:00

Last night was the return of Sunday night TV, and for me that means ABC! Last night there was a new Brothers & Sisters as well as a brand new Desperate Housewives. My thoughts on the night were mixed, but if you haven't watched them I will be saying some plot points of the episode.

Desperate Housewives: This episode had many different plots as usual. The funniest one actually was Susan's. Since Gale Harold is still recovering from his accident, Jackson is not in the picture right now so Susan was lonely. Lee took Susan out to the club and they ended up going home with each other, since of course Lee is gay Susan didn't think anything of it but in the AM she could not remember and the whole episode revolves around did she or did she not sleep with him.

Dave's story-line was not the top this week, but he was a part of the episode. We McClusky see Mrs. and her sister still poking around, but nothing comes up and Edie hears something she doesn't want to hear. This mystery is interesting but I feel like it is a little pushed and it doesn't really feel that we should care about his dead wife as we have only really met her once. As for Lynette, the only interesting thing I thought was the revelation that her accused son is hiding with the always fun grandma played by the great Polly Bergen. Finally Bree was all the hostess this week and she was hosting Alex's mother. It is always great to see Bree offended and upset and this week was no exception. I love when they feature Andrew and his boyfriend and it is great for network TV to show gay youth in a positive way. Overall, a very descent episode of Desperate Housewives and looking forward to the week's ahead.

Brothers & Sisters: Last night on Brothers & Sisters the story was on each siblings personal issues and less of the family as a whole. With the recent news of Balthazar Getty semi-exit on the show you can see that they are already prepping for his withdrawal from the show full-time. He starts the episode fighting with Kevin about the recent news that he is the father of Elizabeth but ends it with making peace and going back to his life. The episode mostly surrounds Kevin and his recovery from the surgery. Kevin feels that Nora is being way to helpful and has to escape with Justin. Kevin is one of my favorite characters and I love his undefinably humor that is so fun to watch.

In the beginning of the episode, we see Cooper's class introducing Justin as Coop's favorite person, but the reasons why he is his favorite and it is rather funny. It is that he gets to spend his day catered by mom and playing video games. This prompts Justin to realize with his siblings that he needs to move out of Nora's in order to get his life in order. I was hoping for this because it will give us more reason to see Rebecca and that is always a good thing. Kitty and Robert were also having troubles this week with Kitty's job title in question. The best part was their brain sex, good stuff. Overall, it had it's high points, Sally Field's awesomely emotionally scene with Ron Rifkin, and just the okay points. When can we finally see Ryan, hopefully soon?

(Note: Please bare with me because I am kinda new at this and I will get better at it!)

What I Will be Watching - January 5th, 2009

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Return of Monday TV! (Well, some of it)

What I will be watching....

Gossip Girl - 8/7c on The CW It's back, our favorite spoiled rich kids that we love our wreaking havoc again. In this hour, Bart's brother comes into town and Chuck is falling over the edge (maybe even literally).

True Beauty - 10/9c on ABC The premiere of this new beauty competition airs tonight on ABC, and I might actually watch just to see it. The one thing that is different about this one is that the contestants are judge on their inner beauty and outer beauty.

What else....

Secret Life on the American Teenager - 8/7 & 9/8c on ABCFamily It's back, the life of Amy changes tonight with the suprise nupitals of Ben and herself. Also, Ricky still wants a relashonsip with the Gracie and Amy parents continue to have more trouble.

The Bachelor - 8/7c on ABC No surprise here, the 17th season of the show returns with another contestant from the Bachelorette as the Bachelor and he is a single dad. Fun TV!

Two Cast in the Promising NBC Pilot "Legally Mad"

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Two actors cast in the new David E. Kelly legal dramedy pilot for NBC. He might have a new Ally McBeal on his hands here. Kristin Chenoworth (!!!) was already cast in the pilot

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Charity Wakefield, left, and Jon Seda (Getty Images photos)

Meet David E. Kelley's newest discovery -- Charity Wakefield.

After making Calista Flockhart a household name by tapping her as the title character in his legal dramedy "Ally McBeal," Kelley has cast 27-year-old English actress Wakefield as the female lead in "Legally Mad," his new quirky legal drama for NBC.

Jon Seda also has been cast in the Warner Bros. TV-produced project, which centers on Brady Hamm (Wakefield), a twentysomething woman who takes a job at her father's law firm and quickly becomes the practice's center.

Brady is deeply devoted to her father and chose to work for him despite being offered several prestigious clerkships out of law school. She is easygoing, deadpan funny and disarms with charm.

Seda will play the rugged, grumpy but lovable Joe Matty, who is an equal-opportunity offender.

The two join previously cast Kristin Chenoweth.

Oxford School of Drama graduate Wakefield got her break in 2008 as a star of the BBC's latest adaptation of Jane Austen's "Sense and Sensibility." In the mini, which aired in the U.S. on PBS, she portrayed Marianne Dashwood, a role played by Kate Winslet in the 1995 feature.

"Homicide" alum Seda, whose recent series credits include "Kevin Hill" and "Close to Home," will next be seen in HBO's World War II mini "The Pacific."

Hot TV Tip

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Many millions of people watched a great television show named The West Wing back when it was on the air. I didn't but know I am. I remember in the later seasons watching the show and thinking this was great but maybe I was just to young to appreciated it fully. Now I do! Bravo has been rebroadcasting the entire series from the start for the past month and I have been watching ever episode. The West Wing is a show about the interworking of the White House and the people that run it. It's a very real drama, that many people formally in the White House wrote episodes for and the acting is tremendous. Led by the great Martin Sheen, this is a drama but it feels almost like it is reality! t is shocking to see the resemblance of the show to the Obama campaign, Obama ideas, and what will be a great Obama future.

They air at 8/7c and 9/8c in the AM from Monday to Friday and are great fun. They are about to start the fourth season on Tuesday at 9/8c, so it is not to late to enjoy this epic story.

What I Will Be Watching - January 4th, 2009

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Tonight marks the start of the new TV season because January is the new September. I am going to watch...

Million Dollar Password - 8/7c on CBS This show is great fun and funny too. I love most of the celebs they have one and is really entertaining. Tonight, Craig Ferguson and Serena Williams.

Desperate Housewives - 9/8c on ABC This addictive soap returns tonight with it's 98th episode and Bree meets Alex's mother and Susan turns to her gay neighbor Lee for a little company while Jackson is away.

Brothers & Sisters - 10/9c on ABC My favorite show on Sunday returns with more conflict. In this hour, Kevin and Tommy fights escalate this time being about Elizabeth. Meanwhile, Justin leaves home and Nora got a new love.

Also on.....

Superstars of Dance - 9/8c on NBC This new dance competition starts tonight with a two-hour premiere. This one is about dance troupes from different countries compete to see which is the best. Michael Flatley and Susie Castillo host.

Saturday Night Live Sports Extra - 7/6c on NBC A compilation of sports sketches from the many years of SNL shows. Always great to look back!

Shows that I will Cover (or Try to at Least)

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Now that the rerun time is almost over a new episodes and shows are starting come Sunday, I thought that I would post a list of the shows that I watch and will try to cover each week or when I get to them eventually.

Monday Shows I Watch (January-June)
The Big Bang Theory
How I Met Your Mother
Gossip Girl
Chuck
Dancing With The Stars
24
Heroes (on my last straw, but can't stop watching)
Worst Week
Samantha Who?
Castle (looking forward to this new show)
Kyle XY
The City
Trust Me

Tuesday Shows I Watch (January-June)
American Idol
90210
Homeland Security USA
Scrubs
The Mentalist
Fringe
Privileged
Cupid
Leverage

Wednesday Shows I Watch (January-June)
The New Adventures of Old Christine
Lie to Me
LOST
Life
Law & Order
The Unusuals
Life on Mars
Damages
Top Chef 5: New York (Love me some Top Chef)

Thursday Shows I Watch (January-June)
Survivor
Harper's Island
CSI:
The Office
30 Rock
Private Practice
Kings (!!!!!!)
Harper's Island
Burn Notice

Friday Shows I Watch (January-June)
Flashpoint
Monk
Psych
Dollhouse

Sunday Shows I Watch (January-June)
The Amazing Race
Desperate Housewives
Brothers & Sisters (Walkers!)
Celebrity Apprentice

Note: Some of these shows I watch but might not watch them on a weekly basis, or will fall behind and catch up later.

This is Why We Love Kathy!

2009-01-01T14:10:00.003-09:00

Last night on CNN, Kathy Griffin and Anderson Copper hosted their New Year's Eve show and Kathy let slip something she might now have. This is why Kathy is so great and she really did need her 1st Amendment attorneys on hand!

What I Will be Watching - December 31st/January 1st

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I will be watching....

CNN's New Year's Eve Live with Kathy Griffin & Anderson Cooper - 11PM Eastern
Kathy Griffin is one of my favorite people ever. She doesn't care what she says, and she is hilarious and tonight will be no exception.

Dick Clark's Primetime New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest - 10/9c on ABC
What ABC says,

Singer/songwriter Fergie returns to perform and host the West Coast party portions of the specials, and for the first time country star Kellie Pickler will be the Times Square correspondent, reporting on other happenings in and around New York City. This year will include performances from both New York and Hollywood, and the American tradition of Dick Clark counting down to midnight will once again take place during the three-and-a-half hours of specials from Times Square in New York City.

Also worth mentioning....

Live from Lincoln Center - 8/7c on PBS
PBS says,

"Live from Lincoln Center," 8 p.m. (PBS): Lorin Maazel conducts the New York Philharmonic's New Year's celebration with mezzo-soprano Susan Graham.

For a great list of all the New Year's Marathon's go here!

Previously on December 30th

2008-12-31T11:55:00.004-09:00

Last Night on the tube....

Eli Stone: What an episode! This episode called "Two Ministers," focused on three things. The first and more promient was the marriage of Nate and Beth in Vegas, and what the implications are of Eli's visions about the break-up of the marriage. The second was a case involving Keith's minister, who was previously a female but is now a male. The church fired him for his surgery and all he wants is to state his case. The last thing was the revalation that Taylor & Matt's baby might have a syndrome and how they were both coping.

I have always liked Beth ever since her appearance in the pilot (she was originally a serious regular), but I also knew that Beth was destined for Eli and not Nate. It was sad to see Eli tell Beth that he didn't love her to save Nate, even though the audience knows he really does. One thing about this episode that stood out was the lack of Maggie in this hour, and it a couple previous ones also. Maggie has always been my favorite and I hope she is in the last four episodes, and that also goes for Spy Daddy as well.

Leverage: This episode of Leverage took place almost entirely in one location...a bank. I am not a huge fan of any hostage situation, but this one was actually likeable and had some twists and turns. One thing about Leverage that is so great is the witty banter between the memmers of the team, it gives humor to otherwise sad time. The best part of the hour was of course the pay off at the end. The way the writers did it was just awesome and it is always good to see the good guys prevail.

Awesome New Lost Promo + ABC Promo

2008-12-30T22:34:00.004-09:00

This new promo for Lost even gets me more excited and I have seen the premiere. ABC is just that good at promos! The second promo is ABC promo for there new programming.

What I Will Be Watching - December 30th, 2008

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What I will be watching tonight.....

New Eli Stone - 10/9c ABC This might be the last episode you see of this amazing and heartfelt show on ABC. Watch It!
What ABC says,

Nathan calls on Eli to serve as minister at his wedding. When Eli's latest vision has him questioning Nathan's fiancee's devotion, he is restless to learn Nate's fate.

New Leverage - 10/9c TNT Great new fun show!
What TNT says,

While working a con on a corrupt county judge in an outlying desert town, the team gets caught in the middle of a bank robbery, and Nate and Sophie are taken as hostages, along with their mark. Now, they must not only find a way to keep their own con going without being discovered, but also figure out how to help two very desperate – and very amateur – armed robbers.

What else is new.....

Kennedy Center Honors - 9/8c CBS

Kings - My Most Anticipated New Show for Midseason 2009

2008-12-30T16:24:00.001-09:00

Kings, a drama about the modern day retelling of David & Goliath is by far my number one new show of 2009. I have read the script and wow is it amazing. Here is a promo from NBC of the show which premieres Thursday March 19th at 9/8c on NBC.

Video Recaps | Full Episodes | Webisodes

Lie to Me

2008-12-30T16:11:00.000-09:00

Here are promos for FOX's new drama Lie to Me that premieres Wednesday January 21st at 9/8c after American Idol. I for one am looking forward to this series because I have read the script and may I say it was fantastic!

The City Premiere - Recap

2008-12-30T15:17:00.000-09:00

The Hills spinoff following Whitney Port called the City premiered last night with two back-to-back episodes. I have been a fan of Whitney since she was first introduced at Teen Vogue and I was excited to see her be the focus of the new show. The City mostly surrounds here work at DVF in NYC and her friends and co-workers she meets. The cast is great and are full of the scandals that make these shows such guilty pleasures. I love Erin, Whitney's only friend she new before she moved and Erin's wit and attitude make her so fun to watch. Whitney's co-worker at DVF is Olivia who is a New York socialite, and lives life rich. She is the bitch this season and there is nothing wrong with this. Whitney's boyfriend is Jay, an Australian musician who may or may not be cheating on Whit. Jay is a shady person and would love for Whit to find somebody better. The best part of the hour was seeing Whitney's old boss Kelly and her great advice. Kelly should be in ever episode. Overall, The City=this winter's guilty pleasure.

Advanced ABC Reviews for January including LOST!!

2008-12-30T15:05:00.000-09:00

With new TV coming back next week, here are so reviews of what to watch and what do not and luckily from all that I saw watch!

Homeland Security USA is a new documentary series about life of protecting our borders and our country. The pilot was super interesting and I really was shocked at what goes on at the Mexico-US border. In the pilot they show from many different prospectives which makes it much more fun. They show all of our borders along with the postal service, the customs at LAX, and some other places. Overall, check this one out! Homeland Security USA airs starting January 6th at 8/7c.

Scrubs is back for an 8th season, but this time it is on ABC and if the first two episodes are any indication the move made the show better than ever. I admittedly on watched this show off and on for the past seasons, but I wanted to check out what the show was like after the move. The first half hour is more on the comedy side and deals with the new interns and the new Chief-of-Medicine Dr. Maddox played great by Courtney Cox. The interns are hilarious, with a great scene involving Lost. Scrubs airs starting Tuesday January 5th at 9/8c.

Lost is back!! I have been waiting since May and with the first two hours of this new season, I am fully pleased with waiting those long months. The two hours get better and better as it goes on and the end of hour two is just classic Lost and fans will not be disappointed. The episodes are full of Daniel Faraday and I was pleased to see he had such a large role this season. Now I am just upset because I have to wait a month for hour three. Lost premieres on a new night and time, Wednesday January 21st starting at 8/7c with a clip show, and the premiere at the normal time 9/8c.

Leverage - The Miracle Job

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Last Night's Leverage was really good. I mean great. It had all that a good episodes needs a good con, humor, great characters, and when you put that all together it works. I loved the con this week because it was verging on the crazy and I love when shows do that like FOX's Fringe. The one problem I have with this show is that it is sometimes hard to follow. In the start of the episode they get the solution to the problem so quick, it is sometimes hard for me to stay with it. I love Gina Bellman's multiple characters. She is awesome and love how they use her so much. Watch Leverage every Tuesday at 10/9c. It is worth it!

Tonight on TV - Tuesday December 23rd

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What I will we Watching!

Rediscovered on ABC - Donny and Marie host this special about discorved talent from the 21st century, being rediscovered in 2008!

ABC's The List - Sounds like a look back on 2008 with a nice twist.

Leverage on TNT - Great show about modern day Robin Hood's with a great cast. Check this out!!

Lost Cast Photo

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Check out the Season 5 Cast Photo for Lost

JANUARY 21ST

Welcome

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HI, Im Nathan, and I love TV. I watch 40 hours a week on a week with no reruns. I love all TV and my favorite show is LOST. I am in love with it, I have been to the set twice and love it so much. The majority of the TV, I watch is on network TV with the majority of that being on ABC. I love ABC, I watch almost all of their prime-time lineup, but I also love FOX, NBC, CW, and CBS. On this blog, I will telling you the latest news from TV, with my thoughts and reviews. Stay Tuned!