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Summer Scoop: EXPEDITION IMPOSSIBLE

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No matter what you think about reality TV, the man who made it an art form is Mark Burnett. From SURVIVOR to ECO-CHALLENGE, he knows exactly what kinds of survival shows are eye-catching and addictive. His latest venture is EXPEDITION IMPOSSIBLE: KINGDOM OF MOROCCO in which he takes 13 teams of 3 on a one month adventure through the vast terrain of Morocco. Based on the idea that people would love to be a part of an “Indiana Jones” type adventure, Mark created the show to test their mental acuity and physical prowess back-dropped against one of the most beautiful and romantic areas on the world – and nothing was more perfect than Morocco which is not only feature-film friendly, it encompasses a wide range of vistas to draw from — there is the Sahara, camels, Bedouins (The Blue People of the Desert), canyons, mountains with snowstorms, plains, rivers –everything, including the ancient city of Marrakesh. [Read more…]

On TV Tonight: Thursday June 23, 2011

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NET8PM8:30PM9PM9:30PM10PM10:30PM
ABCWipeoutExpedition ImpossibbleRookie Blue
CBSThe Big Bang Theory (R)Rules of Engagement (R)CSI (R)The Mentalist (R)
CWThe Vampire Diaries (R)Nikita (R)
FOXSo You Think You Can DanceGlee (R)Wilfred (FX)Louis (FX)
NBCCommunity (R)30 Rock (R)The Office (R)Parks and Rec (R)Love Bites
MISCBurn Notice (USA)Suits (USA)
Futurama (Comedy Central)

Ask the Addict: Spoilers for TRUE BLOOD, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, THE VAMPIRE DIARIES, 90210 & More!

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Although I’ve really been enjoying all the scoop you’ve been posting from Sunday’s MuchMusic Video Awards, I couldn’t help but notice that we haven’t heard anything from THE VAMPIRE DIARIES’ Kat Graham, who I know for a fact was in attendance! Any reason why? — Jess
The TV Addict: Simply put, much like her stunning dress, Graham was holding her cards a little too close to the vest when it came to sharing season three spoilers. Well, except to reveal that there is one thing we’re fairly certain she won’t be worrying about when it comes to what’s in store for Bonnie during the third season of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES. That thing of course being: Death! “Technically, I already died in the second season finale, so I’m not too worried,” joked Graham when asked if she was at all concerned with Jeremy’s history of dearly-departed girlfriends. “Plus, it certainly helps that the characters have such a huge fan base rooting for them.”

Any word on what creator Marc Cherry has up his sleeve for DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES traditional season long mystery this fall? — Zoe
The TV Addict: Not so much of a word, as an inkling that said mystery might have a little something to do with the newest arrival on the lane. According to sources, Producers have quietly been on the look out for a love interest for Vanessa Williams’ Renee, who moves into town along with his out-of-control teenaged daughter to escape his crazy ex-wife who not surprisingly enough may not be too far behind. [Read more…]

TV Ratings: Wednesday June 22, 2011

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Source: MediaWeek, Ratings: in millions
TimeNetworkShowRating18-49
8PMNBCPresidential Address8.192.5/8
CBSPresidential Address4.811.0/3
ABCPresidential Address4.731.0/3
FOXPresidential Address4.691.7/6
CWAmerica’s Next Top Model (R)1.060.4/1
8:30PMNBCThe Voice9.773.3/10
FOXSo You Think You Can Dance5.822.1/6
CBSUndercover Boss1.0/34.46
ABCThe Middle (R)4.041.1/4
9PMNBCThe Voice12.283.7/11
CBSCriminal Minds (R)6.001.2/3
FOXSo You Think You Can Dance5.932.1/6
ABCModern Family (R)4.461.6/5
CWAmerica’s Next Top Model (R)782,0000.3/1
9:30PMABCHappy Endings (R)2.881.1/3
10PMNBCAmerica’s Got Talent12.733.6/10
CBSBlue Bloods (R)5.671.0/3
ABCPrimetime Nightline: The Casey Anthony Story4.421.3/4

FALL TV Preview ‘11: HART OF DIXIE

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You’ve seen the commercials. You’ve heard the hype. Now there’s only one thing you want to know: Which of the new fall shows are worth watching and which should be avoided at all costs? In this continuing series, we give you the scoop on some of the most highly-anticipated shows of the season, with today’s focus being HART OF DIXIE, the CW’s version of Sweet Home EVERWOOD Alabama

The Boilerplate: Since these pilot presentations may go through numerous rewrites and casting changes prior to premiere, this by no means should be considered an official review. Rather a preview of what one can expect come Fall. [Read more…]

The Inside Scoop on USA Network’s New Series SUITS: Interviews with Gabriel Macht, Sarah Rafferty, Rick Hoffman and EP Doug Liman

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In a miraculous stroke of good fortune, USA Network opened the doors of its brand new drama series SUITS to the press so that we could see what is really going on in the hallowed halls of the fictional law offices of Pearson Harden.  As can be seen from the set photos, it was rare chance to see a new show being built from the ground up – to watch the glass tower world of New York City be rebuilt in a Toronto film studio.  Providing their exclusive insight on their characters and the secret ingredient to this new show were stars Gabriel Macht, Sarah Rafferty, Rick Hoffman and executive producer Doug Liman.  (Unfortunately Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle were tied up filming and were not available for interviews that day.)
 
SUITS invites viewers into a world where it is the ultimate con:  a hotshot lawyer takes a genius kid and passes him off as an attorney working within his firm.   Whether it is a game, a con or something more, the surprising friendship and relationships that arise out of this masterful illusion makes for surprising and compelling television.  Meeting the actors who brought these intriguing characters to life helped explain some of that mystery – with good casting comes great characters.  And even better yet, the secret to a successful television series. [Read more…]

On TV Tonight: Wednesday June 22, 2011*

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NET8PM8:30PM9PM9:30PM10PM10:30PM
ABCThe Middle (R)The Middle (R)Modern Family (R)Happy Endings (R)Primetime Nightlight: The Casey Anthony on Trial
CBSUndercover Boss (R)Criminal Minds (R)Blue Bloods (R)
CWAmerica’s Next Top Model (R)America’s Next Top Model (R)
FOXSo You Think You Can Dance
NBCThe VoiceAmerica’s Got TalentAmerica’s Got Talent (R)
MISCCritics’ Choice Television Awards (Reelz)Franklin & Bash (TNT)Men of a Certain Age (TNT)
Editor’s Note: Programming on ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC will be delayed from 8-8:10PM so that President Obama can address the Nation with regards to the troop levels in Afghanistan.

THE BIG BANG THEORY Scoop: Johnny Galecki Teases the Future of Leonard and Penny

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Think you were floored by May’s shocking BIG BANG THEORY season finale that saw Penny do the walk of shame following a night of alcohol-fueled passion with Raj? Well, imagine for a moment how actor Johnny Galecki felt, who as Leonard Hofstadter has spent the better part of four seasons pining both after and over the delightful Penny.

“I took that personally when I read that,” explained Galecki who was on hand in Toronto over the weekend for the MuchMusic Video Awards. “Kaley [Cuoco] and I actually shared a call and was like ‘What’s Happening’?” [Read more…]

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