Gilles Marini is taking a little break from shilling skivvies on Brothers & Sisters to boogie down on Royal Pains.
The ex-Dancing with the Stars runner-up has been tapped to guest star in the second-season finale of the USA Network smash. He’ll play Niko, a dance instructor tasked with teaching Divya and Raj the fine art of the tango in the days leading up to their wedding.
The second half of Pains‘ sophomore season kicks off Jan. 20.
Rescue Me‘s Will Chase will also appear in the season 2 finale as the founder of an MS organization who makes an intriguing offer to Jill.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010
'Royal Pains' poaches 'Brothers & Sisters' stud Gilles Marini
Monday, September 27, 2010
‘Royal Pains,’ ‘White Collar,’ & ‘Psych’ All Renewed
USA has renewed Royal Pains, White Collar and Psych. With those renewals, all of USA Network’s scripted shows have now been renewed – Royal Pains and White Collar for third seasons and Psych for a sixth season.
According to reports, Royal Pains is being picked up for a 16-18 episode season, and Psych and White Collar for 16 episode seasons.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
TV Guide Megabuzz 9/7/10
Vampire Diaries scoop, please! — Micah
MICKEY: We'll learn pretty quickly how Jeremy and Caroline fare in their stare-downs with the Grim Reaper, but the answers won't be simple... or permanent. Also: The premiere (Thursday, 8/7c, CW) features a devastating scene between Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder. I'll leave it up to you to guess which character Dobrev is playing in it.
Will there be any friction between Abby and Gibbs in the new season of NCIS? — Melanie
ADAM: While there still may be some fallout from Abby's discovery of Gibbs' murderous past, executive producer Shane Brennan doesn't think the secret will greatly change their relationship. "It's a complex relationship and we've just added another layer of complexity," he says. "But we would not jeopardize the relationship that the audience has come to love. It does bring a different perspective, but it's not like they're going to be busted up. Gibbs and Abby are going back to being Gibbs and Abby."
How can Orson leave Bree? They're the king and queen of Desperate Housewives' Wisteria Lane! — Vicki
MICKEY: Well, I hate to break it to you, Vicki, but Bree is definitely single for now. And according to Marcia Cross, her behavior might be kind of pearl-clutching. "I feel protective of her," Cross says. "There have been some things that have gone on with Brian Austin Green's character, where I was like, 'She'd never do that.'" Can't wait!
I would love some Grey's Anatomy scoop about Derek! — Jaqueline
ADAM: Don't let the stories about Derek being thrown in jail for becoming a speed freak fool you. He's actually coping with last season's bloody finale much better than the rest of the docs. "He gets cleared [for surgery] very early on," Patrick Dempsey tells us. "That's actually a fun scene."
Will Quinn still be nice when Glee returns? — Carrie
MICKEY: Now that Quinn has discharged her cargo, it sounds like she's pretty much back to being an emotional terrorist. "She's mean again," Dianna Agron tells us. "She's looking for a way to torment Rachel; Santana has become a very big threat to her." Perhaps a Destiny's Child cover is in order: "Right now, she's very happy on her own and she likes rubbing it in Puck's face."
Can you give any clues about the Criminal Minds premiere? — Chiara
ADAM: I can tell you that Morgan is vital in bringing down Tim Curry's serial killer and that the child he kidnapped in the finale has an impact that reaches beyond the season premiere. "The carryover from that story is still around," Thomas Gibson tells us. "There's a very wonderful story that we are shooting right now that involves the little girl from last year and my family and Agent Morgan's connection with the little girl. All of those threads are brought together ... and intertwine in a really great way."
After seeing the adorable Rico Rodriguez on the Emmys red carpet, I need to know: What's new for Manny on Modern Family this season? — Anna
MICKEY: Remember how cute — and hilarious — it was in the pilot when Jay and Gloria took Manny to the mall so he could read poetry in a puffy shirt to his much-older crush? Well, it sounds like the kid's at it again, because we're hearing that he'll find love at a quinceañera, which is a party to celebrate a young lady's 15th birthday.
Can't wait for Castle to come back. Just how angry with Castle is Beckett? — Anthony
ADAM: Let's just say that there's a whole lot of woman-scorned subtext when Beckett gets Castle in the interrogation room after he becomes a murder suspect. (And you've seen the promos where they're point guns at each other, right?) But it's pretty clear by the end of the premiere that she wants him back on her team, much to the chagrin of Esposito and Ryan, each of whom spends most of the premiere trying to become Beckett's new favorite.
How long before Chuck returns to New York on Gossip Girl? — Millicent
MICKEY: Not too long. He'll be stateside by the second episode, but that doesn't mean he'll immediately be welcomed back into the fold. Nor does he want to be. (Aside: According to True Prep — aka the new Preppy Handbook — it's still not OK to wear an ascot. Take that, Mr. Bass!)
Anything on The Mentalist? — Clarisse
ADAM: You know how Patrick Jane loves rebelling against authority? He'll get even more opportunities, because the show is adding a stern federal judge to antagonize him. She's a wealthy former DA from a family of blue bloods, and we're hearing the two will clash spectacularly over one of Jane's cases.
I don't understand how Divya can leave Royal Pains. Tell me she won't. — Matt
MICKEY: Did you like the Royal trip to Cuba? I hope so, because there'll be more globe-trotting in the show's future when Divya starts "commuting" between London and the Hamptons. Needless to say, it won't just be the job that keeps her coming back.
I could really use a Supernatural spoiler fix. Can you help? — Leslie
ADAM: Series star Misha Collins warns viewers not to expect the same old Supernatural when the show returns Sept. 24, especially with regards to Castiel's relationship with the Brothers Winchester. "Castiel has his own host of problems ... dealing with maintaining a balance of power in heaven," Collins says. "It's really not something Sam and Dean are any longer involved with. Cas is much less concerned with Sam and Dean and much more concerned with his own problems."
Adam's Mega Rave: Can anyone possibly top Jon Hamm's masterful performance in Sunday's Mad Men? Whether yelling, vomiting or sobbing, he set the bar very high. (My catchphrase of the week: "That's what the money is for!")
Mickey's Mini Rant: Jersey Shore, no more girl-on-girl crime. It's ruining your feminist rep.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Fancast Big Tease 8/24/10
With Alex O’Loughlin starring in the new ‘Hawaii Five-0‘ (premiering Sept. 20, CBS), I would love to see this hottie in an on-screen romance. Any scoop on that? – Amy
Will there be onscreen romance for Alex’s Steve McGarrett? “Goodness gracious, yes!” a (female) source assures The Big Tease. In fact, just three or four episodes into the season, you can count on some seriously “hot ‘n heavy action” for Hawaii’s top cop.
On September 13, ‘Hawaii Five-0‘ premieres at Sunset On The Beach in Waikiki. Which actors will attend the premiere? Alex O’Loughlin, perhaps? – Karen
I am happy to say that the entire ‘Five-0′ ensemble – AO’L included – will be there. Aloha!
Can we expect to see more of Parker this season on ‘Bones‘? That kiddo is just too cute to be off screen for so long. – Amanda
It won’t be long at all ’til you spy the rugrat: Booth’s son – still played by Ty Panitz – shows up in the September 23 premiere.
Temperance wore some strikingly beautiful silver jewelry during the first few years of ‘Bones,’ and I have never seen any jewelry similar. Can you tell me something about it? – Georgeann
According to the show, there are two L.A-based designers they use to accessorize Brennan: Aklia Chinn of Aklia, and Kate Lindsay of Kate Lindsay Designs.com.
Got anything on ‘Supernatural‘? – Beth
Jared Padalecki will seize the spotlight as Season 6 launches Sept. 24, when “Sam comes back under mysterious circumstances – as people tend to do when they get out of Hell!” show runner Sera Gamble shares with a chuckle. And though the bros have the Apocalypse behind them, don’t worry about them kicking back with historically disposable love interests. “No, what the boys need is to be hunters, to save people while probably suffering a lot in their personal life on every level,” says Gamble. “That’s what makes them heroes.”
Will the fact that Tony and Gibbs missed Ziva’s citizenship ceremony in the ‘NCIS‘ season finale be addressed in the Sept. 21 premiere or any episode after? – Lyss
I asked around for you, Lyss, and that topic does not come up, at least in the first few episodes of Season 8.
Matt, I was hoping for any scoop on the ‘Smallville‘ episode “Isis.” – Chrisluvstom via Twitter
As revealed by Kryptonsite, “Isis” is this season’s fifth episode, and there’s been speculation over what/who exactly the title refers to. I have confirmed this much: Although DC lore does boast an Isis character (born of a live-action Saturday-morning series I was addicted to as a lad – “Oh Mighty Isis!”), ‘Smallville’ is serving up a non-branded Egyptian goddess – though the eagle-eyed may catch a wink-wink to the DC heroine.
Can you confirm that Allison Mack will only be in five episodes of ‘Smallville‘ this season? – Jessica
At first glance, that tally seemed skimpy, but it’s the real deal. As Chloe’s portrayer – now starring in the Broadway play ‘Love, Loss and What I Wore’ – told the New York Post, “I didn’t feel comfortable walking away from the show, and my character, without a completion. So I committed to doing five episodes to giving her the ending I think she deserves.”
Any scoop on my favorite ‘Glee‘ couple, Tina and Artie? – Dee
Oh, you haven’t heard? Those two are totes dunzo when Season 2 arrives on September 21. Kevin McHale reveals how Artie blew it big-time in this video Q&A.
I am in love with ‘Covert Affairs.’ Any scoop? And if you wanna be extra nice, I’d love for it to be about Ben (played by Eion Bailey)! – Melissa
As the double-episode, September 14 season-ender nears, I’ve been promised that there will be “a lot of Ben.” Yet at the same time poor Annie will be left to wonder – more than ever – who she can and cannot trust.
Any goodies on ‘Hellcats,’ ‘Nikita’ or ‘No Ordinary Family‘ (premiering Sept. 28, ABC)? – HellcatsNewsTV via Twitter
I choose door #3 and present this video Q&A with Michael Chiklis and Julie Benz. (P.S. I apologize to Buffyverse fans for brainfarting that Julie “died” like 17 times before her ‘Dexter’ demise.)
Thanks for the scoop on ‘Royal Pains‘ new and returning guest stars. But I hope that Brooke D’Orsay is back in the winter, too! “Paigan” = the best ‘RP’ ’ship to date. – Rivier via Twitter
Worry not, the ‘Drop Dead Diva’ beauty will be back as Paige when Season 1.5 arrives in January.
I heard that an ingénue by the name of Amelia Pedlow, a local gal from Philly, will have a part on ‘The Good Wife.’ Any truth to the rumors? – Alan
We here at Fancast – a Comcast site – do love the City Of Brotherly Love, so here’s a shout-out to the local girl done good: Pedlow is guest-starring in the second episode of the season as Daria Joyce, the girlfriend of a soldier who was killed in Afghanistan.
Is ‘Pretty Little Liars‘ returning to let us know if Allison is really alive? Surely they are not leaving us with the way it has ended! – Yolanda
They will not leave you hanging, and stop calling me Shirley. ‘PLL’ will likely resume its freshman run sometime in January. To bide the time, check out my video Q&A with Bryce Johnson (aka Officer Wilden), who hopes to have one of the girls behind bars by season’s end.
Is ‘Big Bang Theory’s move to Thursday the kiss of death for this intelligent and funny show? I note that it will now directly compete with another highly original sitcom, ‘Community.’ Thank heavens for DVR and On Demand. – Jim
Listen, you’re talking to the guy who questioned moving ‘Big Bang’ to the après-’Two And A Half Men’ slot. Result: the gangbustiest ratings ever. Exec producer Chuck Lorre is among those who urge us all to trust CBS. “One assumes they’ve given it a lot of thought, so if they think this is a good call, then that’s great,” he says. “Our job is to make a good show… [to] grow the crops. We don’t have the truck that brings them to market.” To bolster ‘Big Bang’s chances, CBS is running a promotional blitz as we speak, and loading up on winning guest stars such as Mayim Bialik (back in the Sept. 23 premiere as Sheldon’s “perfect match,” Amy Farrah Fowler), Laurie Metcalf (playing Sheldon’s mom) and Apple founder Steve Wozniak as… Apple founder Steve Wozniak.
Is Dillon Casey returning to ‘The Vampire Diaries‘ as Noah? – Johanna
Sorry, Jo, but this is an instance where IMDb “bites.” Says exec producer Julie Plec, ” There is nothing scheduled for him currently.” ‘TVD’ returns Sept. 9.
Do you know if ‘Flashpoint‘ is coming back for another season? – Deacon
I do not – and nether does anyone at CBS. Yet.
Monday, August 23, 2010
‘Royal Pains’ Tees Up Amy Sedaris, Tom Cavanagh
Here’s a bit of news to keep ‘Royal Pains‘ fans jazzed even after the summer finale airs this Thursday at 10/9c: In two strokes of great casting, the USA Network series has invited comedy vets Amy Sedaris and Tom Cavanagh to come out swinging as golfers.
And… end wordplay.
When the hit medical dramedy tees up (oops) its first-ever winter season in January 2011, Sedaris will guest-star as Nan Noonan, Jill’s (Jill Flint) partner for a Hamptons golf tournament.
Cavanagh in turn will play a golf pro named Jack O’Malley.
Cavanagh of course is best known for playing the titular ‘Ed‘ on NBC’s early-2000s comedy. More recently, he and Eric McCormack (’Will & Grace’) two-handed TNT’s short-lived ad-men drama, ‘Trust Me.’
Sedaris’ calling card is Comedy Central’s ‘Strangers With Candy,’ a cult hit that even spawned a movie. (Take that, Bluths.) Her array of colorful TV guest-star credits include ‘Sex and the City,’ ‘The Closer’ (as no, not Kyra Sedgwick’s sister but Fritz’s) and ‘The Middle.’
Other returning guest stars on board for ‘Royal Pains’ winter season include Henry Winkler (as Eddie Lawson), Campbell Scott (Boris), Christine Ebersole (Ms. Newberg) and Patrick Heusinger (Adam).
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Watch with Kristin Spoiler Chat 8/16/10
Is Michelle Williams seriously considering a guest spot on Cougar Town? What's up with this new dude coming in to romance Serena (Blake Lively) on Gossip Girl? And what's the latest on Chuck, Supernatural, Grey's Anatomy and True Blood?
If these are the questions keeping you up at night, we have just the cure...
Jorja in Boise, Idaho: Loved the Scrubs-Cougar Town casting scoop! Any other stars interested in coming on the show?
Well, Bill Lawrence has asked his cast if they have any friends who want to guest star, and Busy Philipps tells her famous bestie may be on board! "Michelle Williams and I were talking about how hilarious it would be if she came on and played my sister," she laughs. "I don't think her agents are going to go for it though." Um, we are! A Dawson's Creek reunion is long overdue, don'tcha think? I wonder what that Joey girl is up to?
Montana in LA: Anything on Betty White's guest spot on Community?
I hit the set on Friday and can tell you Betty White is doing something you would never expect—I literally almost fell to the ground in shock when I walked in on the set, because it was a far cry from the usual Greendale atmosphere! Betty also told me she'll be doing something at the beginning of the Primetime Emmys with host Jimmy Fallon, so you can look forward to that awesomeness. She also said she's totally open to more Community despite her very busy schedule.
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Joanie in Sykesville, Md.: Glee! Glee! Glee!
Glee, it is. We caught up with some of the gang at last night's Breakthrough Awards (including Miss Dianna Agron, winner of Breakthrough Newcomer honors) and found out that Jane Lynch is bringing some Glee goodness to her Saturday Night Live hosting gig. Since her week-long SNL duties happen while Glee is in production, Brad Falchuck tells us one of the show's writers will be right there with her to pen some Sue Sylvester zingers. And some of the other Glee stars will be making their way to NYC to see the show.
Landon: Did Michael Emerson say anything when you talked to him about guest-starring on True Blood. There's been talk of this, and I want it to happen!
So does he. Michael tells me: "Whenever I see Alan Ball, he says, 'I must write something for you,' and I say, 'I'll be there in a heartbeat.' So we have an understanding and liking of one another. I certainly think he's a fantastic talent and maybe they'll find some little tidbit for me next season." Michael also tells me he loves Nurse Jackie, The Good Wife and Big Bang Theory and would be open to guest-starring on those shows as well. Though a run-in with the real-life Ben Linus might make Sheldon's head implode.
Anything on the cast of Dancing with the Stars?
We've heard all the same rumors as you: The Situation, Brandy, Troy Aiken, Jennifer Grey (because nobody puts her in the corner!), Teresa Giudice, Ali and/or Roberto and Landon Donovan…However, a source close to Landon tells us it isn't true. No one is confirmed yet.
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Benny in Rhode Island: On Gossip Girl, what's the deal with Serena's new love interest? Does this mean Serena-Dan and Serena-Nate are over?
I'm told that the Dan-Serena-Nate triangle is definitely not over. The new squeeze is played by Sam Page and he isn't the kind of guy she usually dates. Thoughts? Which guy are you rooting for?
Francesca: Will Dean be living with his baby mama when Supernatural returns?
Yes.
Neil in Boise, Idaho: Didn't you hit the Chuck set? How was it?
Magical, as always! Yvonne Strahovski was shooting a fight scene on a catwalk with supermodel Karolina Kurkova, and it's definitely going to rank up there as one of the best girlfights evah on Chuck. Yvonne also answered one of your fan questions—whether Brandon Routh/Daniel Shaw will return—in a way I think will make you happy! "Oh man, another rise from the dead!" Yvonne says with a laugh. "I don't know how the fans would like that one. I think we have to leave the love triangles alone this time around because I think the fans just want to see Chuck and Sarah together for a little while before we bring in an evil love interest." Yvonne says of Chuck and Sarah: "They're together now. It gets very couple-y. We're sort of finding our couple feet and the story is going to take us into finding Chuck's mother."
Bryden in Maine: Any news on this season of Chuck?
One more tidbit: Armand Assante will be back on Chuck this season as Alejandro Goya, the king premier of Costa-Gravas, but this time he's bringing his woman with him! Yep, look for Mrs. Goya to appear in episode four; producers are hoping to find a major name to play the part. (Any chance they could get Salma Hayek for the gig?)
Deirdre: Please, how about some scoop on James Tupper, Meredith-Derek, Cristina-Owen or Lexie-Alex? I'll take anything on Grey's Anatomy?!
Hearing some pretty amazeballs things about the new season! I think you guys are gonna dig it. Word is, three of the Seattle Gracers may be held back from surgery after the traumatic events of the season finale. It's definitely gonna leave a mark. But thankfully the yumminess that is James Tupper will be there to help pick up the pieces. I'm also hearing Lexie will be suffering from some serious PTSD, so that's probably gonna leave a mark on any on current romantic entanglements.
On 90210, can you say who the guy who is going to come out of the closet is? Will he have a love interest? Also, what's up with the rapist teacher guy? Is he out?
No, I can't name the gay character (sorry—I'm glad you asked, but I can't tell!) but I can tell you he definitely will have a love interest, and actor Kyle Riabko has been cast to fill the tole. As for Mr. Cannon, I'm told he'll be Silver's senior advisor. Dun dun dun.
Brandon: Anything else on 90210?
How about an Entourage-ish crossover? Naomi is going throw a crazy-lavish 18th birthday party early in the season and Adrian Grenier's band Honey Brothers has officially been named the house band. Pretty cool, huh?
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Dana in N.M.: So Huddy wasn't the couple getting married in your blind item. Is anything good happening with those two on House?
Three words: Huddy. Hot. Sex. Don't believe us? Feast your pretty peepers on House's new season-seven promo. Is that proof enough for ya?
Riley in East Islip, N.Y.: I'm not leaving here until I get some Modern Family scoop!
Alright fine, if you insist. We just caught up with Eric Stonestreet who teased that an annual vacation episode each season may just be in the works after the über-hilarious trip to Hawaii. "I think it'd be a nice tradition to start off that the viewing public can go on vacation with us everywhere some year," Eric tells us. "There's been talk of things, but nothing set in stone." Now we're dying to see the MF crew hit Gloria's old stomping grounds in Colombia.
Rebecca in Anaheim, Calif.: Will we see more of Mitchell and Claire's hilarious figure skating team "Fire and Nice"?
Actually, we are going to learn something about Mitchell's childhood that is (dare we say it?) even better than the Pritchett siblings' figure skating past. Are you ready? Drumroll, please... "You learn that I was a child actor," dishes Jesse Tyler Ferguson. Best. Storyline. Ever. Also, Claire and Phil's middle daughter Alex enters the world of tween romance/heartbreak in upcoming episode called "First Kiss," but does the kissage actually happen? Hmm…
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Matt: Give us some goods on True Blood! This season is better than ever.
Keep your eyes on Arlene (Carrie Preston). According to her real-life hubby Michael Emerson, he's "glad she's able to be the one human story this season so far, because there needs to be a human element." But he warns us ominously: "She's going to have some superhuman challenges coming up." D'oh! BTW, Michael told me more Lost fans now than ever are coming up and want to talk about the show, because they want to know what he thought of the finale. His verdict: "Carrie and I were very moved by the Lost finale, but we had to talk about it for a few days before we really sorted it all out in a satisfactory way."
Heather: Anything on True Blood? Will Joe Manganiello be back on One Tree Hill at all?
He told us he'd love to, and he has the space in his schedule, but I'm told there's no talk right now of him returning, sorry! But at least you get to seen him scantily clad in an upcoming ep of True Blood…Which some of you probably won't hate.
Bentley in Georgetown, D.C.: Will Dan Byrd be back on Cougar Town now that his character is going off to college?
We'll let Cougar Town boss man Bill Lawrence field this little question: "Travis is at TV College, come on! TV College is twenty minutes away!" Got it? "We had him going to a local school just so he can walk into any scene without us having to explain it," Bill laughs. Also, keep an eye out for Travie-Poo to move back home full-time in the not so distant future.
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Zach in Santa Clara, Calif.: What is the deal with the two universes on Fringe and what does it mean for Joshua Jackson that Peter doesn't have an alternate?
You can file this under no good, very bad news: Josh is only in every other episode. The artist formerly known as Pacey Witter himself told us he isn't in the season premiere and he's not in any of the odd-numbered episodes. Blasphemy! Why are the powers that be doing this to us, you ask? We spoke with his co-star Lance Reddick who spilled that, "Every other episode is going to be either one universe or the other. So, they're going to be alternating universes at least for the first half of the season." On the bright side, at least Josh now has more time to plan next year's Pacey-Con, and that upcoming guest stint on The Vampire Diaries.
Shane in Pittsburgh, Pa.: Will Jenna finally find out the truth about vampires on The Vampire Diaries?
Nope, you can expect Aunt Jenna to remain blissfully unaware of the supernatural happenings in Mystic Falls, at least for now. How can that be when she was in the house while Katherine was chopping off Uncle John's fingers and Jeremy was upstairs downing blood and pills? Executive producer Julie Plec tells us, "We'll learn in the first episode that she was actually out talking to the fire marshal. Katherine actually lured Jenna out of the house before all the craziness happened." Finger slicing aside, that Katherine seems like a fine young lady, no?
Beth in Phoenix, Ariz.: Got any scoop on TVD's flashback episodes?
We have three tidbits about the three, possibly four, planned walks down the Salvatore brothers' memory lane:
We chatted with Bianca Lawson, a.k.a. the original Bennett witch, who spilled that "Emily Bennett's coming back to maybe be a good witch, maybe be bad witch." Maybe we'll finally see her make the deal with the devil himself, Damon, which sealed the vamps in the tomb?
When we spoke with Kevin Williamson at Comic-Con he confirmed that we will be seeing some of season one's dearly departed via flashbacks. Our fingers are crossed for the return of fan favorite Anna.
Expect to learn about a lot more about the infamous Katherine. Williamson teased, "Why wasn't she in the tomb? How did she escape? Where did she go? Why did she come to Mystic Falls to begin with? What brought her to Mystic Falls? There's all those fun questions that we're gonna explore."
Jacqueline in Arizona: Any news on Life Unexpected? I miss them!
LUX returns to the CW Sept. 14 at 9 p.m., whoo-hoo, and the title character, Lux herself, might be getting a new love interest later this season. Producers are looking to cast a broody musician type to romance our fave lost-and-found orphan. Sounds like bad news for Lux's former flame Bug.
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Elle in Utah: Any scoop on Parenthood? I love it.
Yes, in an upcoming episode of NBC's Parenthood, Bad Lorelai, er, Sarah Braverman (Lauren Graham) meddles in Drew's love life, an initiative which not surprisingly goes horribly wrong. Ahhh...remember way back when Lauren Graham was the model of the modern mama? Good times.
Teresa in Washington, D.C.: Are we going to see any more of Henry Winkler this season on Royal Pains? Except for maybe that winery episode, he's been almost wasted as Papa Lawson.
Henry Winkler is absolutely back in a major way on Royal Pains as Eddie R. Lawson, and in fact, he's the medical patient at the center of episode 13. Actually, you better wish Hankmed good luck, because they're going to need it in this episode—not one but two Lawson loved ones are going to be a serious danger!
Nelson: I hate to admit it but I am loving Pretty Little Liars. Any scoop?
Bianca Lawson tells us: "We're gearing up to go back and unravel the rest of the mysteries and maybe find out who A is. So get ready for even more drama. The people that you think are the bad guys may not be and people that you think are the good guys may not be. I think there might be a death....It's gonna be really good!"
Adi in Lake Havasu, Ariz.: Any dish on my fave summer guilty pleasure, Rizzoli & Isles?
Someone Jane (Angie Harmon) loves is in grave danger in episode nine.
Marnie in Pittsburgh: So who's going to become the new Chief on The Closer: Brenda or Pope?
Umm...let's just say that Major Crimes needs both of those good cops to stay in close proximity to the actual crimes.
Melody in Cleveland, Ohio: Digging Covert Affairs—but I can't decide who's supposed to be with whom! Got any idea how Annie's love life turns out?
Annie Walker (Piper Perabo) is a lucky girl! Oded Fehr, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Eion Bailey make for a superstar lineup of possible lovahs, and you can add Chris Gorham's Augie to the mix as well! Gorham says that a romance between Annie and Augie is possible "long-term story arc" for the show.
Jessica: I'm missing Ugly Betty already! Any talk of America Ferrera starring in a new series? Or Michael Urie?
Not at the moment, but I did just hear from the guys at D23, Disney's fan club, that Michael and Ana Ortiz (Hilda) will be doing a concert with some other TV peeps (including Tracie Thoms of Cold Case and Barrett Foa of NCIS: Los Angeles) on September 24 and 25 at Disneyland. You can see Ana pull a diva move (not really) about what she's singing here.
Kelly in Modesto, Calif.: Any news on the Army Wives finale? I kinda love that show—cheesy though it may be.
In classic season-finale fashion, preggo Denise goes into labor (whoo-hoo!), and there are a couple of cliffhanging career changes and an 11th-hour marriage proposal as well. Any guesses on who gets what? The Army Wives season finale airs Aug. 22 at 10 p.m. on Lifetime.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Cable shows with the wealthiest viewers
Two-time drama series Emmy winner "Mad Men" returned to AMC on Sunday night after a whirlwind of previews and promotions in print, broadcast and online.
Despite all the attention and the show's affluent viewership, "Mad Men" has averaged far fewer viewers than other summer cable dramas like USA's "Burn Notice," and ad rates also are lower.
An average 30-second spot on first-run episodes of "Mad Men" fetches about $20,000-$25,000, according to a recent trade media report -- not much, but it is a multiple of AMC's primetime movies. Plus, AMC bets that marquee shows boost its visibility, image and value.
"Shows like this help improve their branding, which increases their value to multichannel operators," SNL Kagan analyst Derek Baine said. "They are hoping with more original high-profile programming, they can increase license fees."
Ratings for Sunday's Season 4 premiere of "Mad Men" are expected Monday.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
TV Guide Megabuzz 7/20/10
Got any good info on Season 3 of The Mentalist? — Connor
ADAM: Get ready to meet Patrick Jane's con man brother-in-law. He's charismatic and uses his charm and bravado to mask his anxieties. Even though he blames Jane for his sister's death, he'll have to rely on him when he's suspected of murder.
Who will Quinn hook up with on Glee this season? — Oleg
MICKEY: Dianna Agron will have quite a full dance card this season. There's sure to be the inevitable push-pull between Finn and Puck, but more surprising will be her role in Kurt's new romance. Cheerleaders love football players, right?
Any more teases before the Mad Men premiere? — Danny
ADAM: Someone has a new "fiancé" (not who you think) and someone goes on a blind date (also not who you think).
Give me something on the new season of Desperate Housewives. — Kathy
MICKEY: Paul Young's new wife has a secret, and it's a doozy. Remember: They tied the knot while he was in the slammer, and, well, they were never able to consummate their union. Now that he's free and they can finally be together, that's going to be a problem.
I need some Grey's Anatomy scoop. Got anything on McSteamy? — Janelle
ADAM: Sloan will team with Callie to perform a major operation in the Season 7 premiere. The patient is a 19-year-old young man who suffers twitches and facial drooping because of an advanced tumor. It's so advanced, in fact, that his family has already held a living memorial for him before the surgery.
So ... what is the event of The Event? — James
MICKEY: Great promos, right? As you've seen, there are several strange events that occur within the first hour of NBC's new mystery thriller series. But trust me when I tell you that none of them compares to the one that closes the episode. It will definitely have you wondering what takes place in Episode 2.
It's been a while since we've heard anything about Castle. What do you know? — Kelly
ADAM: I hear the show is looking to add a (possibly recurring) character to the cast. A middle-aged former cop-turned-bounty-hunter, the character is described as a larger-than-life figure with a good sense of humor. I smell a one-liner showdown with Castle.
Will Liam and Annie ever really get together on 90210? — Tracy
MICKEY: You might think that Naomi is an obstacle, since irrational jealousy and self-centeredness are kind of her thing, but after a windfall of good luck, she'll be otherwise occupied by more materialistic pursuits. Instead, look for Annie's eye to turn toward an older man, whose love of words appeals to her inner actress. (Here's hoping it stays inner.)
I would love some intel on the new season of Smallville. — Will
ADAM: And I'd love to give you some: Carter Hall (aka Hawkman) will return in Season 10's second episode, presumably to help Clark & Co. fight this season's big bad. And there will also be a new face, as Clark gets assigned a new partner at the Daily Planet when Lois takes a temporary leave. The character, who seems to be hiding something, is very vocal in her disdain for masked superheroes.
Based on last week's storyline about Drama's new show, will John Stamos ever actually appear on Entourage? — Dana L.
MICKEY: Yes! Before he brings his Kokomo on over to Glee, Uncle Jesse will brighten up an upcoming episode with a characteristic cameo — characteristic for the show, that is. Stamos plays himself as a spoiled, petulant actor who's also a sore loser, which might be Drama's downfall.
Any scoop on what's coming up on Burn Notice? — Skye
ADAM: Burt Reynolds guest-stars in Thursday's episode as Paul Anderson, a retired spy whose work during the Cold War comes back to haunt him in the form of a Russian special-ops team of assassins. While Michael protects Paul, Fiona has to destroy some evidence to keep Jesse from discovering that Michael burned him.
Are we going to see Divya's wedding on Royal Pains? — Fil
MICKEY: It's unclear when that might take place within the show's "eternal summer" timeline. Divya's engagement to Raj is still on, but her fidelity will be tested when she meets a man one might call heroic. Their flirtation is both poignant and hilarious, and might just lead to something real, if Jill has anything to say about it.
Adam's Mega Rave: Note to casting agents looking for baddies: Put Titus Welliver on your show. Fresh off Lost and The Good Wife (and soon returning to Sons of Anarchy), he gave a menacing performance that elevated this week's episode of The Closer.
Mickey's Mini Rant: Why is guest star Scott Caan's Scotty Lavin the most interesting character on Entourage?
Reader Quote of the Week: "Kara, make yourself useful and teach that boy how to fly!" — Chappel, upon hearing that Laura Vandervoort will reprise the role of Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, on Smallville
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Hayden Christensen latest to engage in frivolity
The Force apparently wasn't with "Star Wars" actor Hayden Christensen when he pitched an idea for a new TV series to the USA Network.
The Canadian-born star and his older brother yesterday filed suit in Manhattan federal court against the cable outfit, charging that it stole their idea for a comedic drama about a "concierge" doctor who makes house calls to the rich and famous.
The brothers claim that USA's "Royal Pains" -- which is in its second season -- is a shameless rip-off of "Housecall," which they offered to the NBC subsidiary in 2005.
The Christensens claim a USA exec told them "that, prior to learning about 'Housecall,' he was unaware of concierge doctors and that he thought it was a fascinating idea."
A USA spokeswoman declined to comment.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
TVGuide Mega Buzz - 6/23/10
Do you know which Desperate Housewives kid was switched at birth? — Daniel
MICKEY: Our source is saying that the new season will raise several possibilities, and that we shouldn't jump to any conclusions based on this recasting. That said, Lynette's daughter Penny will have more heavy lifting to do this season, acting-wise.
What can we expect of the new season of The Closer? — Janelle
ADAM: Brenda Leigh will have a harder time adjusting to the Major Crimes Unit's new digs than she has solving a murder (which will involve an adulterous wife and her jealous husband). Capt. Pope, however, has plenty of reasons to love the new workspace, chief among them a new title on his office nameplate.
I can't wait for Fringe to be back. What do you know about Olivia's mother? — Jack
MICKEY: So far, we're hearing that we'll only see her "over there," and that her ties to the Bishop family will be surprising.
Any Dexter scoop? — Brianna
ADAM: Looks like somebody in Miami Metro is going to be investigated, internal affairs-style. The show is currently seeking a middle-aged male to play the snitch. Watch your back, Quinn.
True Blood seems to be not-so-subtly foreshadowing a Sookie-Eric hookup. When will it happen? — Karrie
MICKEY: We're guessing it'll be soon, because once Sookie finds out what Bill is up to over at the king's manor house, she is going to be more than ready for some "passionate, primal sex."
Rescue Me teases? — Greg
ADAM: Here are four: 1) Tommy's not the only person who'll be spending time in the hospital; 2) Garrity's battle with cancer begins anew; 3) teases 1 and 2 are unrelated; and 4) yet another Gavin is on the sauce (hic).
OK, fine, tell us about Vince on Entourage. — Mel
MICKEY: Did Jay McInerney join the writing staff? (Aside: Wouldn't that be something?) A series of professional disappointments drives our favorite charisma-free movie star to lock himself in a hotel suite for a marathon sesh with the old Bolivian marching powder. (Ask your parents to explain the '80s to you.)
I loved The Gates! Got any scoop on my new favorite show? — Meg
ADAM: The wolf pack will be divided after the weres are forced to cover up a murder. Also, as you may have already guessed, Nick isn't exactly a squeaky-clean cop. When his dirty little secret surfaces, it'll put his life in jeopardy.
Will we see Divya and Raj's wedding on Royal Pains? — Tracy
MICKEY: No word on the actual nuptials just yet, but we hear that Divya's pre-wedding jitters will inspire some very immodest behavior. Remember how weird it was that she was all psyched to help virtual stranger Jill with her yard sale? Well, we think the producers were setting up a buddy arc for the ladies, which will culminate in Divya's not-so-proper "bridal tea."
Have you heard anything about the new season of Human Target ? —Will
ADAM: The show is currently on the lookout for a female series regular to be a worthy adversary to Christopher Chance. Isla, a sexy, no-nonsense widow, will overcome her hesitations about Chance to become the Charlie to his team's angels.
Any scoop on the new season of 90210? — Ilya
MICKEY: Dixon and Ivy's relationship/dudeship/whatever will be seriously strained when Leo, a family friend from the U.K., comes to stay with Ivy and Laurel to do a postgraduate year at West Bev (because that happens). Everyone we talk to compares him to the protagonist of The Talented Mr. Ripley, which is definitely not a good sign.
Is Kim Dickens going to be in Treme's second season? — Lacey
ADAM: Even though Janette traded New Orleans for New York's culinary mean streets in the season finale, co-creator Eric Overmyer says the character will return in Season 2. "She'll come back and visit ... and we are going to have scenes of Janette in New York," he says. Overymyer also says he hopes to get David Morse's upstanding cop back to further explore crime in New Orleans.
Adam's Mega Rave: Kudos to Treme for delivering a stirring season finale — complete with a flashback that showed us just how much was lost when Katrina hit. I already can't wait to funk it up in Season 2.
Mickey's Mini Rant: Listen up, people. Never make a dessert on Top Chef — ever!
Reader Quote of the Week: "It sounds like he'll be raising a different kind of bar now." — EDR37, on the news that Mark-Paul Gosselaar has signed on to play Nancy's booze-peddling love interest on Weeds
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
TV Guide Megabuzz - 6/15/10
I can't wait to see how the new season of Fringe goes down. What have you heard? — Martha
MICKEY: As it did in Season 1, the Fringe division will have an in-house adversary, a powerful government official who thinks Agent Broyles gives his team far too much latitude. Her actions will complicate things for Walter & Co., who will already be burdened by the secret sabotage of Nolivia (the "over-there" Olivia).
Can I have some Addison-and-Sam Private Practice scoop, please? — Jamie
ADAM: Well, series star Kate Walsh is thrilled by the coupling, but she hopes the new season will show the pair's happier moments. "You get to play the tension... [but] we didn't have time in the season to really explore the friendship and how much fun they have together," Walsh says. "They're really two people who enjoy each other and it's fabulous for them to make the decision to go for it."
How are True Blood's werewolves different than shifters? — Lila
MICKEY: They're definitely similar, but werewolves are a bit more ambitious. For example, they fought in World War II... just not on our side. Details! Look for an Eric-and-Godric flashback about these cani-Nazis, which will probably confuse you once you find out who employs Bill's kidnappers.
Got any teasers for the new season of Criminal Minds? — Meg
ADAM: The premiere will answer all the cliff-hanger's questions, in particular how and why Tim Curry's character started taking lives. "He's really the most prolific killer we've ever seen. He's done this his entire life," co-executive producer Erica Messer tells us. "The premiere will have to revisit and say, 'We know it's all about the dark, but why? Where did he start?'"
I can't wait for April and Andy to hook up on Parks and Recreation. Please tell me it'll happen soon. — April (really!)
MICKEY: A&A will definitely spend more time together next season. First, they'll work together, both at Pawnee Town Hall... and elsewhere. Later, they'll share a late-night snack of olives and cherries. It's more romantic than it sounds.
When will Rescue Me be back? Did Tommy survive the gunshot? — Karen
ADAM: The boys of 62 Truck suit up again on June 29 at 10/9c. As for Tommy's fate, I'll say only this: The opening moments of Season 6 depict Tommy's vision of the afterlife. Meanwhile, the men in the firehouse will be in big trouble with FDNY brass because of the shooting.
Please tell me that Entourage will be good this season. — Berto
MICKEY: It certainly sounds promising. Eric and Sloan are still engaged. Turtle finds some measure of success — and a girlfriend — after a fortuitous trip South of the Border. Meanwhile, Ari is in legal trouble. Quick story: I have an attorney friend who keeps a list titled "Ari's Actionables" — everything Ari says or does that could prompt a lawsuit against him. My friend counts at least four per episode. So is it really a surprise that Ari's getting sued?
Any other guest stars planned for this season of Californication? — Parker
ADAM: You may have heard that Rescue Me's Callie Thorne will guest-star as a single mother who tempts Hank. But the show is also looking for an actress to play Charlie's new real estate agent and eventual lovah.
So if this season of Royal Pains is the "summer of love," when will Evan have some fun? — Marisol and Dave
MICKEY: Pretty soon. "We are going to be introducing a character toward the middle of the season who's not quite the type you'd imagine for [Evan]," executive producer Andrew Lenchewski tells us. "Something is going to develop between them in a fairly unusual way, and then to start evolve into a more romantic relationship." In possibly related news, we'll also meet Divya's sister, who tolerates her arranged marriage the old-fashioned way: She cheats!
What's happening in the new season of My Boys? — Lorena
ADAM: Now that everyone knows that Kenny (Michael Bunin) and Stephanie (Kellee Stewart) are hooking up, this season will explore the oft-bickering couple's relationship out in the open. But don't expect them to be lovey-dovey. "He still gets on my nerves," Stewart tells us. Adds Bunin: "I don't think we lose a step as far as us insulting each other as much as we can; we're just officially dating." Also, Xosha Roquemore from Precious will play Stephanie's sister.
Nancy's dating a bartender this season on Weeds? Not sure I like that idea. — Calvin
MICKEY: Nancy is on the run, which means she has to lay low. Besides, who says the bartender will be her only beau? I'm hearing about another blue-collar type who'll rev her engine as well. But I'm guessing you're not going to be crazy about that idea either, Calvin, you big snob!
Loved the Breaking Bad finale, but it made me wonder: Will Jesse ever discover Walt's role in Jane's death? — West
ADAM: Series creator Vince Gilligan says that while the show touched on the truth in the Season 3 episode "Fly," the complete revelation probably won't come out for a while. "It's the elephant in the parlor," he says. "If Jesse ever found out, I can't even imagine what the consequences would be. I think it would be in our endgame for the series. It does seem to me the series will perhaps be incomplete if Jesse never finds out about Walt's secret."
Adam's Mega Rave: Give Aaron Paul an Emmy already. His heartbreaking performance in Breaking Bad's near-perfect finale capped a season chock-full of complex character growth. He's a huge part of why Breaking Bad is the best show on television.
Mickey's Mini Rant: Count me among the anti-vuvuzela crowd. No wonder we're all drunk.
Reader Quote of the Week: "'Four-car crash' sounds like a pretty good euphemism for her turn on Saturday Night Live." — cruciatus, on January Jones' vehicular troubles
Thursday, June 10, 2010
USA gives Burn Notice, Royal Pains 18 episodes, In Plain Sight only 13
USA is giving "Burn Notice" and "Royal Pains" their longest seasons yet.
Both series are set to run 18 episodes this season with their summer finales (after 12 episodes) set for Thursday, August 26. Each will then return in the winter for their six remaining installments.
In addition, USA has provided the details behind its decision to wrap "In Plain Sight's" third season after 13 episodes:
"John McNamara, executive producer and showrunner of USA Network's IN PLAIN SIGHT, took a leave of absence for medical reasons," producer Universal Cable Productions said in a statement released to the site exclusively. "John Romano assumed executive producer responsibilities for the remaining episodes. Given the unexpected change, we decided to end the season at a natural spot -- with the surprising cliffhanger of episode 13."
Originally set for 16 installments, the current season will instead conclude Wednesday, June 30 at 10:00/9:00c.
