Originally posted by strumpeace: Last night's BL was probably the worst episode I've seen, and I've seen every episode of both BL and The Practice. It seems that the show's writing has really gone down the last 3 or 4 episodes.
I was wondering about that. with an episode titled "Roe v Wade: The Musical" it sounded REALLY BAD.
They would have had more success adopting M. Brooks' "Springtime for Hitler"
Originally posted by immie_8: I really don't think GoGi would be a very strong lead-in, unless your thinking of picking up people due to a stronger lead out show.
Listen, I don't think GoGi should be picked up, but since The CW seems intent on giving it endless opportunities, it makes a logical pairing. With a stronger lead-out show of the same fan nature, it may pick up viewers. I can't think of any other shows on the net that have such similar fanbases.
Of course, I'm sure The CW will again put GG after ANTM, where OTH would (and has) perform better.
Oh, I completely agree that GoGi shouldn't be picked up either, I was just commenting on the possible situation you gave.
Originally posted by strumpeace: Last night's BL was probably the worst episode I've seen, and I've seen every episode of both BL and The Practice. It seems that the show's writing has really gone down the last 3 or 4 episodes.
I was wondering about that. with an episode titled "Roe v Wade: The Musical" it sounded REALLY BAD.
They would have had more success adopting M. Brooks' "Springtime for Hitler"
I didn't think it was bad at all. It will be Christian Clemenson's emmy tape should he be nominated for supporting actor (he already has one emmy for this role, I think). It was a very good abortion case, and had some hysterical moments. The other case was meh, but not bad at all.
I am glad to see OTH is doing good, I actually like this season better then some of the past ones. Partly because the age difference isn't so bad now and the s/l seem to be more interesting. I would love to see this show paired with OR, that would make for a really fun night of TV.
Originally posted by TV-aholic: Yea, they should clean up against ABC's Male oriented Dance With the Stars, Samantha Who? and The Bachelor
Yeahh, not a big NFL viewer, or DWTW/SW/Bachelor viewer, for that matter. Thanks for the info.
Still, I think there may be an idea of building a teen soap night for The CW next year. Although, that might just make too much sense for execs at The CW.
Originally posted by nyctvdramaqueen: Why is Boston Legal not on the losers list?
It's the only thing on the radar on ABC last night and it was up almost 4 million viewers from its lead-in. Rather than on the losers list, it should be on the honorable mention list.
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Originally posted by nyctvdramaqueen: Question- As a fairly new viewer of Boston Legal (only began this season, before that, once in a while)...can someone tell me if that woman who was singing last night during her case comes back often? She was a hoot. I never thought I would hear a random outburst of "Xanadu" in my life.
She was on a couple of episodes last season, playing Tom Selleck's new wife.
Last night's BL was probably the worst episode I've seen, and I've seen every episode of both BL and The Practice. It seems that the show's writing has really gone down the last 3 or 4 episodes.
Wow. I came out of last night's episode thinking it was one of the best I've ever seen. I loved it. It would be the episode I'd submit for the Emmy if it were up to me. Spader was amazing last night, as was Clemenson. This coming from someone who owns every season on DVD and has never missed a first-run episode. In fact, it's my favorite show on TV and one of my all-time favorites. Strange two big fans can feel so differently about the same episode!
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Holy cow, those are actually decent numbers for ABC these days!!
Mushu's going to be very happy!
No I want the trash from 8 to 10pm to fail so BL gets a new lead in. Speaking of which, nice growth again out of the pathetic lead in. Even a one hour Jim would be better at this point.
Is GLo still available to ABC? GLo has always either matched or exceeded AtJ's numbers when paired together. I say ditch Carpoolers and replace it with GLo, leading into BL...
Originally posted by robert: Yeah with a horrible lead-in and the worst competition possible OTH is the best scripted performer for CW this year alongside Smallville. It's rather sad when you think it only gets 3 million. OTH might be a decent lead-in for a new show on CW, but of course that new show must be good if CW wants to save itself
Anyway congrats for OTH this week
BL is becoming a modest performer for ABC.
Don't forget Supernatural. The best scripted performers on the CW are Smallville, Supernatural, and One Tree Hill.
Peace!
SN is getting the same numbers as OTH with a lead-in that's three times biggers.
True, but SN also has heavy competition with Grey's and CSI, not to mention The Office when it's on. I'm glad to see OTH and SN doing so well.
Originally posted by robert: Yeah with a horrible lead-in and the worst competition possible OTH is the best scripted performer for CW this year alongside Smallville. It's rather sad when you think it only gets 3 million. OTH might be a decent lead-in for a new show on CW, but of course that new show must be good if CW wants to save itself
Anyway congrats for OTH this week
BL is becoming a modest performer for ABC.
While I am pleased to see OTH getting (really any CW show) over 3 million in viewers. It was hardly that competitive a time period. An audience total of 41.39 million. Biggest competition with just slightly over 14 million viewers. And the one of only three scripted shows on at that time that wasn't a repeat.
Originally posted by nyctvdramaqueen: Question- As a fairly new viewer of Boston Legal (only began this season, before that, once in a while)...can someone tell me if that woman who was singing last night during her case comes back often? She was a hoot. I never thought I would hear a random outburst of "Xanadu" in my life.
That was her 4th appearance on the show and 1st since 2006. So, unfortunately, not that often. But I agree it was a hoot!
