Like many of you, we hear at theTVaddict.com start our morning at the water cooler, talking about last night’s television. The only difference? When contributor Richard M. Simms and I talk, we’re in not only different rooms but different countries. Wanna eavesdrop on our Instant Message chatter from this morning? Here ya go: [Read more…]
Archives for May 2012
Lindsay Pulsipher and Matt Barr Dish on Playing Star-Crossed Lovers in the Tumultuous World of the HATFIELDS & MCCOYS
As a special dramatic presentation, History Channel is airing the 6-hour mini-series HATFIELDS & MCCOYS over three nights in order to tell the violent and labyrinthine story of two families whose personal feud led to one of the largest government-sanctioned manhunts in U.S. history.
The love story of Roseanna McCoy and Johnse Hatfield is one of the brightest and most heart-warming aspects to an otherwise dark tale of deceit, betrayal and burning hatred; and but for the entrenched and intractable animosity between their families, their love story could have healed the terrible wounds and perceived wrong-doings allowing future generations to live in peace. Instead, the terrifying tale of the HATFIELDS & MCCOYS marks a turning point in history when men were law unto themselves and family obligations came first, no matter how strong your love for another. It was a testament to how destiny struggled with the will of man — and it cost everyone dearly.
In exclusive interviews, stars Lindsay Pulsipher and Matt Barr shared what it was like bringing the story of the star-crossed lovers Roseanna and Johnse to life for this epic mini-series. [Read more…]
Morning Static: COMMUNITY, THE WALKING DEAD, MAD MEN & More!
• Leaked Memo: COMMUNITY studio tells cast how to address Dan Harmon firing.
• Pilot Watch: Mason Cook to play Eddie Munster In NBC’s MOCKINGBIRD LANE pilot.
• THE WALKING DEAD Scoop: Your first look at Danai Gurira as fan favorite Michonne.
• GAME OF THRONES’ Q&A: Richard Madden discusses Robb Stark’s love life and patented “Sex Stare”
• Zou Bisou! Netflix says it brought a million new viewers to MAD MEN.
• Stop Flipping: The New Rules of TV.
• Must Read TV: The Hard Truths Behind Dan Harmon’s COMMUNITY ousting.
Missy Peregrym Previews ROOKIE BLUE Season 3
The second season finale of ROOKIE BLUE left fans wondering what was next for Officer Andy McNally, who was asked to surrender her badge after putting her partner Sam Swarek’s life in jeopardy while working undercover. Taking a few minutes to chat in an exclusive interview, star Missy Peregrym candidly shared what changes and challenges lie ahead both for her character and the rest of the rookies in the third season. [Read more…]
On TV Tonight: Wednesday May 23, 2012
NET | 8PM | 8:30PM | 9PM | 9:30PM | 10PM | 10:30PM |
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ABC | The Middle | Modern Family (R) | Modern Family | Don’t Trust the B… | Revenge | |
CBS | The Big Bang Theory (R) | Two and a Half Men (R) | Criminal Minds (R) | Criminal Minds (R) | ||
CW | America’s Next Top Model: British Invasion (R) | America’s Next Top Model: British Invasion | ||||
FOX | American Idol | |||||
NBC | Betty White’s Off Their Rockers | Betty White’s Off Their Rockers (R) | Law & Order: SVU (R) | Law & Order: SVU | ||
MISC | The Soup (E!) America’s Best Dance Crew (MTV) Around the World in 80 Plates (Bravo) |
TV Ratings: Tuesday May 22, 2012 (GLEE Graduation Sees Gains)
Time | Network | Show | Rating | 18-49 | VS. |
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8PM | FOX | American Idol | 14.39 | 4.2/13 | |
ABC | Dancing with the Stars (R) | 8.77 | 1.3/4 | ||
CBS | NCIS: Los Angeles (R) | 7.47 | 1.1/4 | ||
NBC | America’s Got Talent (R) | 5.28 | 1.6/5 | ||
CW | Hart of Dixie (R) | 888,000 | 0.3/1 | ||
9PM | ABC | Dancing with the Stars: Results | 17.84 | 3.2/9 | |
NBC | America’s Got Talent | 9.29 | 3.2/9 | ||
CBS | NCIS (R) | 9.15 | 1.6/4 | ||
FOX | Glee | 7.64 | 3.0/8 | ||
CW | The L.A. Complex | 448,000 | 0.2/1 | ||
10PM | ABC | Dancing with the Stars: Results | 17.84 | 3.2/9 | |
CBS | NCIS (R) | 9.28 | 1.8/5 | ||
NBC | Dateline NBC | 5.05 | 1.6/4 |
Murder One: The Case For Killing Nielsen Overnight Ratings!
Last week in New York City, Presidents from each of the five major Networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC and the CW) held court at the annual Upfronts. The purpose: To convince advertisers and media buyers that television remains the most effective way in which to promote their products and communicate their message to a mass audience.
This week, your very own TV Addict is here to convince the proverbial powers that be that if they’re really serious about ensuring companies continue to generously open up their wallet, the time has come to kiss Nielsen overnight ratings goodbye. [Read more…]
Morning Static: 90210, HOUSE, LOST & More!
• RIP: Eugene Polley, inventor of the first wireless TV remote control, has Died.
• 9021-Oh-Oh: Gillian Zinsner leaves 90210.
• The Business of Show: Mark Hudis to succeed Alan Ball as TRUE BLOOD showrunner.
• HOUSE Series Finale Post-mortem: LOST’s polarizing ending and the show’s enduring legacy.
• The Men Behind the Curtain: The creators of MAD MEN, BREAKING BAD and DEADWOOD discuss the future of television.
• Q&A: Ryan Murphy dissects GLEE and AMERICAN HORROR STORY, addresses fans and critics.
Good News, Bad News: SMASH, DEXTER, THE SIMPSONS & More!
Good News: In preparation for a retooled second season, newly-minted SMASH showrunner Josh Safran has officially handed Ellis (Jaime Cepero), Dev (Raza Jaffrey), Michael Swift (Will Chase) and Frank (Brian d’Arcy James) their walking papers. Bad News: Reports indicate that Julia’s son Leo (Emory Cohen) has been spared from what would otherwise be characterized as a smashing shakeup. [Source] [Read more…]