July 15th, 2009 01:27pm

Net Nuggets: ‘Fringe,’ ‘Top Chef,’ Wilco and more

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Stuff I found while reading the entire Internet.
May 18th, 2009 03:20pm

Fanboys rejoice over network renewals

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I know this might sound crazy, but suddenly it seems like networks are actually listening to audiences. Credit the power of the fanboy for a cluster of just-announced series renewals. Despite low ratings, smart shows with loyal — and vocal — viewers are on the comeback trail. Fox might have pulled the biggest surprise, giving “Dollhouse” a second season. It’s been treated shoddily at times, but maybe now that season-ending 13th … Read More »
May 9th, 2009 12:14pm

Best, worst of the past week

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A look back at the best and worst in the past week of TV, as well as a sneak peek at what’s to come. Highlights 1. “Lost.” Oooooh, this is getting good. Every week brings new revelations and new mysteries. This week we saw Jack and Locke evolving in polar opposite ways, almost swapping personalities. What is Ben up to anyway? Jack and Sawyer got beaten to bloody pulps (Jack’s smackdown reminded … Read More »
April 29th, 2009 03:21am

‘Scrubs’ not dead yet

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Word came out Monday that “Scrubs” might be back for another season on ABC after all. This season was intended to be the end of the line, and star Zach Braff is moving on, but talk has apparently gotten more serious about keeping the show going with new doctors, with some of the current regulars coming back for occasional guest appearances. Honestly, I think the series is played out, and it’s … Read More »
April 17th, 2009 11:50am

It’s ‘Save Our Show!’ time

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It’s that time of year again. Networks will be announcing their fall lineups next month, and it’s getting to be do-or-die time for shows that are on the bubble and may or may not be renewed. So start your e-mail-writing campaigns, fanboys and girls, here’s a look at the most endangered shows. Fox “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles” has reportedly already fallen to the ax this week. “Dollhouse” is about to … Read More »