ABC
Samantha Who?
When: Returns on October 6; airs Monday nights at 9:30/8:30c on ABC.
Main Players: Christina Applegate, Barry Watson, Jean Smart, Jennifer Esposito, Melissa McCarthy, Kevin Dunn, Tim Russ
What’s it all about?: After being hit by a car and having her memory erased, Samantha attempts to create a new life for herself, while also healing the damages leftover from her old one.
Where’d we leave off?: Samantha was celebrating her birthday in the 15th and final episode of the show’s first season, the party for which was a severe point of contention between Regina and Andrea.
ABC
Boston Legal
When: Returns on September 22; airs Monday nights at 10/9c on ABC.
Main Players: William Shatner, James Spader, Candice Bergen, John Larroquette, Christian Clemenson, Tara Summers
What’s it all about?: The legal drama tells the personal stories of a group of brilliant but often emotionally challenged attorneys.
Where’d we leave off?: It was the showdown to end all showdowns as Denny and Alan sat on opposite sides of the courtroom in the case of Concord, Mass. vs. America. As always, though, a personal lesson was learned from the battle, and the two best 'frenemies' ultimately enjoyed a laugh and cigar on the balcony.