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‘Dancing With the Stars’ RecapThings just got a little bit more naked up in here! See what happened last night!
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‘Boardwalk Empire’: How Many Deaths Will It Take to Live Up to Jimmy?
If you caught this week’s episode of Boardwalk Empire, you’re likely to agree that the ending was one of the series’ first genuine “Holy sh**!” moments in quite some time (spoilers to follow, so be wary). Read more
‘Glee’ Casts Aisha Tyler As Mama Puckerman, But Who Else Needs Parents?
Looks like the powers-that-be at Glee are adding a new branch to the Puckerman famly tree. Later this season—in the Christmas episode to be exact—be prepared to meet Jake’s (Jacob Artist) mom played by the lovely Aisha Tyler. Read more
‘The Walking Dead’ Recap: Killer Within
To say tonight’s episode of The Walking Dead changes EVERYTHING for the Grimes Gang doesn’t even begin to cover it. Read more
‘Revenge’ Recap: And We’re Back In the Game
“We can allow ourselves to be deceived by false realities or we can use them to hide our true intentions.” Emily starts this episode of Revenge by talking about the power of illusions, leading us to assume that she’s about to work some of her own trickery to cause further illusion for others, as is so often the case after her early episode pep talks each week. Read more
‘Homeland’ Recap: Die Hard
Last week’s Homeland allowed us to revel in the intensity that followed the aftermath of Carrie’s little episode in the hotel room – she pushed the reset button, we watched the aftermath. Read more
‘Once Upon a Time’ Recap: Betrayals and Beanstalks
This week’s Once Upon a Time finally gave us something we’ve been craving for more than a year now: An in-depth look into Emma’s past! Read more
‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ Recap: Beware the New Bitch!
Oh, look, everyone, Real Hairpullers of Snatch Ratch Canyon got a new wig! Well, at least it got itself a brand new opening sequence and it looks like a million dollars of sparkles and paillettes and spray-on glitter and lots of flattering photos of the women shot from above like that second in the Jem and the Hologram theme song where we see Kimber from above and then she rises to spray the camera with a seltzer bottle. Read more
‘Dexter’ recap: Everybody’s Doing It
It’s an interesting day for the law enforcers at Miami Metro Homicide. And it all starts with Hannah McKay. Because, of course it does: Dexter wants to kill her. Read more
‘Amazing Race’ Recap: Turkish-Ish
Last week, teams on The Amazing Race were forced to erect a traditional Bangladeshi scale (according to very specific instructions) before hauling around 30 overlong bamboo rods over the city on bike in extremely hot weather. Read more
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: The Man With the Ironed Face
Anyone who caught this week’s episode of Boardwalk Empire is probably only talking about one thing: that ending. Read more
‘SNL’ Recap: Louis C.K. Tried to Make It Fun, Despite the Storm
We have to hand it to Saturday Night Live. At least they tried. Despite Hurricane Sandy, the late-night sketch show put out a live performance. Because well, the show must go on. And it did. It went on. And on. And on. Read more
‘Fringe’ Recap: An Origin Story
We saw it in the look on his face as he turned away from Etta last week — her death had also meant a death of something in Peter. Read more
Louis C.K. on ‘SNL’: The Most Unpredictable Host Yet?
So far, during the 38th season of Saturday Night Live, we’ve seen a line-up of unfamiliar hosts. We saw first-timers Seth MacFarlane, Daniel Craig, and Bruno Mars take the stage at Studio 8H, each with varying degrees of success. Read more
‘Jersey Shore’ House Miraculously Survives Hurricane Sandy
They said it would be the end of us all. They said it would be the death of civilization. But somehow we all survived six seasons of Jersey Shore (the last of which is airing now). Read more
Khloe Kardashian Talks ‘X Factor’ Nip Slip and Taking Hosting Advice from Kim
Khloe Kardashian took the stage Wednesday night ready to show off her newly-acquired hosting skills, but instead the reality starlet revealed two rather perky mistakes. Read more
‘X Factor’ Recap: Behold… The Top 12!
Actually, Rod Stewart was wrong. The final cut is the deepest. That’s what Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, and Britney Spears discovered last night on The X Factor. Read more
ABC Plans Hurricane Sandy ‘Day of Giving’ Programming Block All-Day Monday
Following the news earlier today that NBC will air a one-hour telethon benefiting victims of Hurricane Sandy Friday night, The Walt Disney Company announced this afternoon that they’re designating Monday, November 5 as a “Day of Giving,” which means an all-day block of programming about how to help storm victims, stretching across many of the network’s already-scheduled shows. Read more
Leanne’s Spoiler List: Love is Brewing on ‘Glee,’ Lucy Hale Scares Up ‘PLL’ Secrets
Happy Halloween! I’m here to bring you six spooktacular spoilers that will leave you spellbound by your favorite shows. Read more
‘American Horror Story’ By the Numbers: A Cut Above the Rest
Our favorite fright fest American Horror Story has more twists and turns than a game of cat’s cradle in a wind storm. But it’s still made of slightly predictable tropes, some cribbed from traditional genre fare and some all of its own. Read more
‘Vampire Diaries’ Recap: Backstreet’s Back
This season, The Vampire Diaries has been spoon-feeding us storylines that, for a season where everything is different, feel remarkably easy to chew. Read more
‘Jersey Shore’ Recap: The Situation Is Cheating
During our many years of studying the guidos of the most important sociological experiment of our time, we have learned their many strange and sundry byways and dynamics, but the one we thought we knew the best was how their romantic relationships work. Read more
Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Are Taking Over Election Night
Forget CNN, MSNBC, and FoxNews. On this election night we’re watching the only network that tackle the real hard-hitting issues: making us laugh. Read more
‘Supernatural’ React: Sam, Meet Benny
Our favorite fright fest American Horror Story has more twists and turns than a game of cat’s cradle in a wind storm. But it’s still made of slightly predictable tropes, some cribbed from traditional genre fare and some all of its own. Read more
Louis C.K.’s SNL Promo: Come Hell or High Water, There’s Comedy to Be Had
If there’s anything that late night New York-based comedy shows have proven this week in the face of Hurricane Sandy, it’s that come hell or high water (which has, quite literally, been the case) the show must go on. Read more
’30 Rock’: The Most Important Recap Yet!
On Wednesday night, between 8 and 8:30, you might have been doing any number of things — celebrating Halloween, seeking the refuge of an Internet hotspot (if you’re an East Coaster robbed of electricity), or perhaps phoning your elderly shut-in pal Morrie to explain why you were over 24 hours late for your regularly scheduled meeting. Read more
‘The X Factor’ Recap: It’s A-Live Show!
While most of the world is out celebrating Halloween and working their way into a serious candy coma, I am sitting here at home on my couch watching the very first round of live performances on The X Factor (or as my friend Dr. Frankenstein would put it — “It’s A-LIVE show!). Read more
DC Comics Character Firefly Coming to ‘Arrow’
Arrow has already boasted a long list of DC Comics characters that either have appeared or are scheduled to appear on the CW’s freshman drama. And that list just grew even more. Read more
‘Survivor’ Recap: Blair Finds a Hidden Immunity Idol
Blair, Blair, Blair, Blair, Blair, Blair, Blair. You are doing it all wrong. Yes, you might have cleaned house on Facts of Life all those years ago, but if you stumble toward the end of Survivor it will be the biggest accident of the game since Michael Skupin fell into a fire and burned his hands off. Read more
‘Nashville’ Recap: Dreamin’ and Stealin’
Despite airing on October 31, last night’s episode of Nashville had nothing to do with Halloween. Unless you count Clare Bowen’s Scarlett dressing up like a perpetually scared-looking American Girl doll, but that’s every episode. Read more
‘Arrow’ React: Laurel Lance, What Are You Doing?!?
Laurel Lance, I have a bone to pick with you. Read more
Late Night After Hurricane Sandy: Better To Go With an Audience Or Without?
Tuesday night in New York was eerie. Much of the city was still without power and the southern half of the usually sparkling Manhattan skyline lay dark and dormant in a scene we only thought possible in a horror movie. Read more
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Week 6 Elimination: Imma Let You Finish But…
It’s elimination night once again on DWTS – and trust me when I say it ain’t pretty. I guess we should have realized that once Bristol was eliminated, things would finally get serious, but nothing could have prepared me – or, I certainly hope, many others – for tonight’s shocker: of all people, somehow, inexplicably, crushingly, Sabrina Bryan was sent home. Read more
‘X Factor’ Hosts Khloe Kardashian and Mario Lopez: How Did They Do?
Brr… it’s cold in here. At least, based on the reception on Twitter to Khloe Kardashian and Mario Lopez’s first night as X Factor hosts. Read more
TV Tidbits: ‘Gossip Girl’ Gets a Finale
Charlie Sheen Goes to Syndication: Cha-Ching! That’s the sound Charlie Sheen hears every time he winks, breathes, eats, sleeps, or wakes up in the morning. Read more
Ratings: How Networks Fared After Sandy
With the clean-up of Hurricane Sandy underway, the networks tried to keep programming as scheduled. Read more
‘Saturday Night Live’: Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Renner Named As Upcoming Hosts
A pair of Oscar nominees are next on the Saturday Night Live hosting lineup for Season 38. Read more
‘Apt. 23’ Recap: What Dawson Leery Fears
There was no Joey. There was no Jen. There was no Grams or Jack or Andy or Pacey. Nothing. In fact, we learn JVDB (James Van Der Beek) hates Halloween. Read more
‘New Girl’ Recap: Nick or Treat
The only people that must enjoy cash cow holidays like Valentine’s Day, Halloween and Christmas more than retailers have to be sitcom writers. Read more
‘The Voice’ Recap: Flattery Will Get You Everywhere
The Voice’s final Knockout Round of the season aired last night, allowing both Christina Aguilera and Blake Shelton’s teams to square off against each other for a shot in the playoffs (my dad would be so proud of all my boxing and football jargon, by the way). Read more
‘Happy Endings’ Recap: Sabado Free-Gante
Having a completely free Saturday is a treat, and an unfortunate rarity once you reach the age of, say, 25. Luckily for the Happy Endings gang, they had a Sabado to spend in whichever way they desired — and, because it was them, the day ended up being bats***t insane. Read more
The Dos and Don’ts of Dating from ‘The Mindy Project’
After seemingly reconciling with her ex-boyfriend Dr. Tom (Bill Hader is just such a delight), Mindy discovers that his wife is pregnant…on Facebook. Which, let me tell you, can really suck. Read more
‘DWTS: All-Stars’ Surprise: The 10 Most Shocking Eliminations
C’mon America. Your inability to vote for the right person is making me extremely nervous for next week. Both for the presidential election… and Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars. Read more
TV Tidbits: A ‘Glee’ Kid Changes Zip Codes, Chloe Sevigny Heads to A&E
My, my, my, look at these big ole tidbitties! So many, for as far as the eye can see! For those of us not currently battling the ramifications of Sandy’s wrath, today was filled with all sorts of information about your favorite stars, shows, and everything in between. So what are you waiting for? Read more
‘DWTS’: The Eliminated All-Star Is…
Wow! What a shocking elimination on this week’s Dancing with the Stars! After recently receiving the season’s first perfect score, and generally dominating the All-Star season of the show for the past two weeks, Singer/actress Sabrina Bryan was voted off the show tonight. Read more
‘Homeland’ Hits Record Highs for Showtime
Yeah, well stick that into your pipe and smoke it, Abu Nazir! Carrie Matheson and her merry band of CIA agents are kicking ass and taking names: ratings-wise. Read more
‘Dancing’ Backstage with Louis van Amstel: Ready to Rumba, Worried About Sandy Victims
“It was so nice to see that all day yesterday, yes we were excited about dancing and giving it our all, but everyone was on their phones asking friends ‘How’s it going? Are you safe?’” says pro dancer Louis van Amstel about what it was like behind the scenes of Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars last night. Read more
Major Networks to Air Tonight’s Shows as Planned, Some With Additional Specials
Who’s that girl (who can withstand a hurricane), who’s that girl (who is airing tonight despite Hurricane Sandy’s devastation) … it’s JESS! That’s right — Fox has confirmed that The New Girl will air its Halloween episode tonight as planned, as well as new installments of Ben and Kate, Raising Hope, and The Mindy Project. Even a hurricane can’t stop laughter. Read more
Jimmy Fallon and David Letterman’s Hurricane Sandy Monologues — VIDEO
Now, this is dedication — despite Hurricane Sandy pounding the East Coast, New York-centric late night hosts Jimmy Fallon, David Letterman, and Andy Cohen braved the storm to present their shows to viewers in need of a laugh following the storm’s devastation. Read more
‘Revolution’ Recap: Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)
“Finally, an Aaron flashback episode!” is probably something no one in the country said last night or will say again, but sometimes it’s not so much giving people what they want as telling them what they need. Read more
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Recap: A Hurricane Hoedown
It’s country night, y’all! Or at least, that’s the joke I would have made tonight if a giant Frankenstorm wasn’t literally wrecking the eastern third of the U.S., Day After Tomorrow-style. Read more
TV Tidbits: Olivia Munn’s Stripper Fight
Hurricane? What hurricane? The windy, worrisome ways don’t deter Hollywood from making moves and news. So why not use this last bit of power on your laptop and check out everything you missed while you were searching high and low for the last loaf of Wonderbread, shall we? Read more
TV Tidbits: Olivia Munn’s Stripper Fight
Hurricane? What hurricane? The windy, worrisome ways don’t deter Hollywood from making moves and news. So why not use this last bit of power on your laptop and check out everything you missed while you were searching high and low for the last loaf of Wonderbread, shall we? Read more
‘Revenge’ Gives TV Another Carl, But Does the Name Have a Bad Pop Culture Rep
TV has one more Carl. ABC’s Revenge saw the birth of a brand new baby boy, son of the woman pretending to be Amanda Clarke and her baby-daddy, Jack Porter, and the glowing mother named her bundle of joy (the one that has dictated much of the direction of the season thus far)… (drumroll please)… Carl. Read more
Can ‘Up All Night’ Survive the Shift to Three Camera Sitcom?
The absolutely wacky trajectory of NBC’s baby momma drama comedy Up All Night continues in a path that even the most seasoned television news meteorologist couldn’t have predicted: it’s going from a one-camera show to a three camera show. Read more
‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘90210’ to Air Repeats Due to Hurricane Sandy
Thought a hurricane couldn’t stop Blair Waldorf? Think again. The CW sent out a release announcing revised Monday night listings, which will now include 90210 and Gossip Girl repeats. Read more
Hurricane Sandy: Warner Bros. and CBS Studios Halt Production on NYC Shows
Hurricane Sandy has claimed her first TV victims. CBS has confirmed to Hollywood.com that all of their New York based productions — The Good Wife, Blue Bloods, and Elementary — will be shut down on Monday. Read more
‘Homeland’ Recap: All Dead
Homeland, meet Sandy. Honestly, there’s nothing I’d rather do during a storm unanimously heralded as the end of the world than watch a lot of TV and not buy the 83 things my mother emailed me about. Read more
‘The Walking Dead’ Recap: Walk With Me
So, where would you rather be — stuck in Cell Block C with Carl and Hershel’s smelly stump, or the dystopian postmodern Dharmaville set up by the Governor, his brainless gun thugs, and those creepy Stepford Wives? Read more
‘Fringe’ Star Georgina Haig on Her Character’s Shocking [Spoiler]!
Just when you thought Fringe couldn’t possibly get any darker, they go ahead and air tonight’s shocker, “The Bullet That Saved the World.” Read more
Hurricane Sandy Disrupts Late Night Shows: Which New Eps Are Canceled?
An audience is usually considered an essential ingredient of comedy. Lots and lots of water, however, is not. Nor are 90-mile-per-hour gusts. Read more
‘Dexter’ Recap: Just Out of Reach
It seems as though a lot of things are escaping the people of Miami at the moment, but knowledge, faith, happiness, and justice seem to be at the top of the heap. Read more
‘Amazing Race’ Recap: Sticks and Stones
It’s true that last night’s episode didn’t exactly begin on a fun note, with Rocker James discovering his father had a severe form of cancer. Read more
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: A Family Affair
As is the case with most television series, Boardwalk Empire seems to deliver episodes of especial quality when all of the storylines within are linked over a common theme. Read more
‘Fringe’ Recap: The Bullet That Saved the World
Many fans and critics alike thought that Fringe was taking a huge risk when it abandoned the world that viewers had come to know and love throughout four seasons, dropping its leads into a dystopian future for a final season that essentially eliminated half of the show’s major characters. Read more
‘Vampire Diaries’ Recap: The First Cut Is the Deepest
There are some things we will always know about The Vampire Diaries. Stefan is unyieldingly sweet, Bonnie isn’t always around, Damon never actually leaves when he says he will, and Elena is always wrong about getting through the given ordeal the “easy” way. Read more
Creators of ‘Chicago Fire’ Explain Why Firefighter Shows Are So Rare
With so many shows about police officers and doctors, it seems a bit bizarre that there have been, historically, very few programs focusing on firefighters. Read more
Is This ‘Walking Dead’ Zombie The Scariest One Ever? — EXCLUSIVE PICS
God, how gross is this guy? Usually we don’t see the critters up close, but when you really focus on this guy with his stubble and spilled guts (or is that vomit) all over his shirt he looks like he would scare you so badly that you’d need to start wearing Depends when watching the show. Read more
‘Arrow’ React: Someone Finds Out Arrow’s Secret Identity!
Arrow, you’ve done it again. Each week, I keep thinking you can’t get any better. And then you go and prove me wrong. Thanks for that. I love being served a big ol’ slice of humble pie on a weekly basis. Read more
Leanne’s Spoiler List: Zachary Quinto Makes His ‘Asylum’ Debut, ‘Glee’ Goes Black Swan
I’ve just consumed about 27 Sour Patch Kids and four cups of coffee, so let’s get straight to it, shall we? For those of you who don’t remember (or all those newbies out there), my name is Leanne and I’m mildly obsessed with television. Read more
‘Parks and Recreation’ Recap: It’s Better Than Strawberry Jell-O Night
I laughed, I cried, I gasped in shock and horror (I wish I was exaggerating).Thursday’s episode of Parks and Recreation was full of more jumbled emotions than a Taylor Swift album. From the lows of a major health scare to the highs of — well, I’m going to keep you in suspense about the highs — “Halloween Surprise” hit all the right notes. Read more
‘The Office’ Recap: Stephen Colbert Skypes In, Andy Checks Out
When your guest stars don’t even make it to set, that’s when you know your show might be running a little dry. It was announced in September that The Office’s final Halloween episode would be wrangling Stephen Colbert to play the often referenced but never seen Broccoli Rob: an old Cornell college buddy and fellow a cappellian of Andy Bernard.
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’30 Rock’: Chronicling the Final Chapter — Week 4
I have mixed feelings about the direction 30 Rock seems to be taking its final season. The show has always embraced an element of the political — in the second season, Jack’s romantic relationship with Vermont Senator C.C. Cunningham (Edie Falco) was complicated by his conservative standpoints and her liberal politics. Liz herself has been vocal about her left-leaning positions. Tracy voted for Nader.
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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Recap: Doctors With Benefits
If Grey’s Anatomy is known for one thing, it’s drama. If it’s known for two things, it’s drama and sex. And this week the doctors of Seattle Grace were experiencing a little (or sometimes a lot) of both. Though the ramifications of May’s devastating plane crash still loom over our beloved surgeons…
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The Ax Factor: ‘Arrow’ and CBS Dramas Hit Their Mark, ‘Emily Owens’ is DOA
It’s tough out there for a new TV show. Creators put their hearts and souls into pilots, introducing their baby bird-like new series into the big, harsh world, all the while, hoping and praying their baby can fly. Well, as you know, some shows flourish and some shows plummet. Others glide along, barely getting by or delaying the inevitable: cancellation. It’s a cruel, swift death we often call The Ax.
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‘Survivor’ Recap: Blair Goes Mud Wrestling
When we all started this season of Survivor I’m sure none of us thought that our beloved Blair from The Facts of Life would be lying face down in the mud with a giant wicker ball on top of her and one of the possible lesbians from Team Lesbian trying to soil her face with wet soil. (I guess that’s sort of appropriate considering the awful way Blair has treated homosexuals in the past.)
‘The Voice’ Recap: I Hate Myself For Watching You
The Voice’s final battles aired last night. This is where I’d make an elaborate World War II reference if the public school system hadn’t failed me. Team Christina opens the proceedings with Brooklyn-born Adriana Louise and Disney alum Jordan Pruitt, her eye on an ever-elusive post-pubescent career. Christina assigns them Katy Perry’s “Hot N Cold” — kind of an obvious choice?
Five Reasons ‘The Walking Dead’ is the Number One Show on TV
Sorry, ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox, but the number one show on television among adults 18 to 49 no longer comes from your neck of the woods. AMC, the little cable network that could, is the one that comes out on top this time thanks to herds and herds of bloodthirsty zombies. Excluding sports, The Walking Dead is officially the number one show on television this fall.
TV Tidbits: Zach Braff Returns to TV
Tidbits here! Get your tidbits here! It’s Wednesday evening, so there’s only one thing you might be looking forward to—other than a new episode of American Horror Story—and that is your nightly television tidbits!
Everyone Shut Up About Your Damn TV Reunions Already!
Last night’s episode of Don’t Trust the B was absolutely perfect.
Dick Wolf Talks the Power of ‘Law & Order: SVU’ and his Dream Guest: Jimmy Fallon
Dick Wolf knows his way around a crime procedural. For 13 years and counting, the writer/producer’s beloved NBC crime procedural Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has provided faithful entertainment to both the network viewers and addicts of cable syndication.
‘The X Factor’ Recap: Who Lived? Who Died?
Aside: Before we get started, know that the majority of this recap — everything up to Demi’s house, and slightly beyond — was written last Wednesday.
‘Pretty Little Liars’ Recap: Murder on the Homo Express
OMG U GUYZ THEY R BACK!!! For one night only. The past two seasons, Pretty Little Liars gave us fake Halloween episodes that ultimately really didn’t have anything to do with the rest of the drama.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’: Christ on a Cross Edition
As much as it would like us to believe that The New Normal is the way the world works today, like most Ryan Murphy shows it is a celebration of the oddities within all of us.
‘New Girl’ Recap: The Hurtful Turtle
It made perfect sense during last night’s episode of New Girl that Nick wanted to get a turtle, his spirit animal, as a pet.
‘Happy Endings’ Season Premiere Recap: Why We’re So Happy It’s Back
We trudge through the summer months with a heavy heart and ever darkening sensibilities. We only persist through this treacherous era, year after year, thanks to the hope inspired by the sparkling charm awaiting us at the other side.
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Recap: Towel Bikinis — the Latest Trend for Fall!
Well, it’s about time for Part 2 of the DWTS freestyle week. Or, as I like to think the ABC execs call it, “That Week Where No One Gets Kicked Off But We Make The Show Last Two Nights Anyway.”
‘Apt. 23’ Recap: Dawson Leery’s Funeral
The B is back, people! And I’m not talking about Chloe (Krysten Ritter), I’m talking about Dawson James Van Der Beek, of course!
‘The Voice’ Recap: I Hate Myself For Watching You
The Voice’s final battles aired last night. This is where I’d make an elaborate World War II reference if the public school system hadn’t failed me.
TV Tidbits: Zack Morris Gets a Happy Ending
Pilots and guest stars and bears, oh my! Well, not really with the bears, but I head out to Chicago for four days and Dr. George O’Malley and Jane Fonda are back on TV?
A Singing Showdown: ‘The Voice’ vs. ‘The X Factor’
When America’s favorite singing competitions go head-to-head in a Tuesday night battle royale, who really wins? Some may say the freedom of choice, but it’s clear who it won’t be — The X Factor or The Voice.
‘The Good Wife’ Is Suddenly the Gayest Show on TV
When you think of the gayest shows on TV you probably think of something like Glee that not only has a slew of openly-gay characters and actorsbut also has the added benefit of having used every single in the Katy Perry songbook at least once (and twice for “Teenage Dream”).
‘Happy Endings’ Cast Dishes on Season 3 — EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
The day has finally come! The quirky comedy Happy Endings is returning to our TV screens, and basically we just want to hug the crap outta this show and never ever ever let it go. (But the restraining order ABC sent us says otherwise…)
Six Reality Show Twists We Never Want to See Again
Last night my joy over the return of RuPaul’s Drag Race, the best reality show on TV, was tempered when the usually brilliant Ru trotted out one of my least favorite reality TV show twists.
Lucy Hale and Co. Dish on ‘Pretty Little Liars’ Halloween Special: ‘Someone Will Die’
All aboard the crazy train! The Pretty Little Liars Halloween Special is almost here and fans should be prepared for heart-pounding, fear-inducing, Fant-A-stic thrill ride!
‘The Voice’ Recap: Rosa-Biden 2012
Last night’s episode of The Voice was only half as long as usual, thanks to something the NBC schedule calls “2012 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE #3,” which I guess is a new Ryan Murphy show? Lame.
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Recap: Call Me (An Ambulance), Maybe?
It’s a bye week for DWTS this time around. After knocking Bristol Palin out of the running last Tuesday, the producers decided our collective American hearts couldn’t take any more crippling anxiety and gave us a week off from eliminations.
Thank You For Not Smoke Monstering: How the Gaseous ‘Lost’ Baddie Is Now Everywhere
When you watch as much television as the kind of person who spends his or her time perusing entertainment websites ordinarily does, you’re bound to find yourself saying the following phrase every once in a while: “It’s been done.”
‘Vegas’ and ‘Elementary’ Given Full Season Orders
Following the CW’s good news yesterday, CBS has given full season orders to Vegas and Elementary. These back-nine pickups are the first for the network this season.
‘Homeland’ Renewed for Third Season
For a show about secret plots against the US and CIA operatives, Homeland sure is bringing a lot of attention to itself! Showtime’s Emmy Award-sweeping drama has secured itself a third season of Carrie vs. Brody (with the occasional hint of “but what about Saul?!” thrown in for good measure) and the plot to take down Abu Nasir before he blows America up.
Hold Your Horses, ‘Happy Endings’ Is Back Tonight!
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
Why ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Is the Best Reality Show on Television
I hope that neither Mitt Romney nor Barack Obama talk about their stances on gay marriage tonight at the final presidential debate, because there won’t be one gay person tuning in to hear them.
Scriptapalooza: ‘Emily Owens,’ ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘666 Park Ave,’ ‘Last Resort’ Get Orders
The CW and ABC are putting a show of faith behind some of their freshmen series. Welcome to the scriptapalooza!
‘X Factor’ To Hit Us (Baby) One More Time With a Third Season
The X Factor may not be raking in the numbers seen by NBC’s The Voice, but it’s still bringing bringing in a decent amount of viewers from all the right places (audiences 18-49, of course).
Bullseye! ‘Arrow’ Gets Full First Season
Arrow star Stephen Amell said it perfectly in his tweet: “Best way to start a Monday? Getting picked up for your back nine episodes. Thwick.”
‘Homeland’ Recap: A Few Good Men
It seems that Homeland is able to reboot at the end of every episode in this second season. My feeling is that shows often end with a giant finale cliffhanger (example: Dexter) to inject some new juice when things start to feel a little stale; Claire Danes & Co., however, put everything on the line every single week.
‘The Walking Dead’ Recap: Keep Your Friends Close and Your Enemies in Cellblock B
Not every new cast of supporting characters on The Walking Dead can be the Green family. As we saw in last week’s season premiere, the prison has provided Rick and company with not merely a new shelter and a new personal hurdle (that being the amputation of Hershel’s leg, post walker-bite), but some new neighbors.
‘Once Upon a Time’ Recap: Yo-Ho, Yo-Ho! A Pirates’ Life for Smee
This week’s episode of Once Upon a Time sailed equally between the rough waters of Fairytale Land’s past and the slightly choppy seas of Storybrooke’s present.
‘Revenge’ Recap: Mommy Dearest
This season, Revenge is clearly not afraid to play with the fire that is the playbook of soap opera standbys.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: Old Flames and New Fires
Five dollars. That’s how much Nucky Thompson, the perpetrator of any number of criminal monstrosities, is charged by the United States justice system upon finally facing trial on this week’s episode of Boardwalk Empire: five dollars for the illegal sale of alcohol, money laundering, and countless murders.
‘Dexter’ Recap: Of Mannequins and Monsters
Debra Morgan’s life is currently run by monsters. Monsters of all shapes and sizes—though the scariest ones are most certainly the ones that manifest themselves within humanity.
‘Amazing Race’ Recap: The Rat Race (Literally!) Continues
Doesn’t matter what reality show we’re talking about — it’s the simple challenges that are always the most memorable ones.
Jennifer Esposito on ‘Blue Bloods’ Leave, Calls CBS ‘Shameful’
Seems Blue Bloods actress Jennifer Esposito is seeing red following a recent decision by the network that airs the police drama.
‘Saturday Night Live’ recap: Bruno Mars Was Out Of This World
Bruno Mars, you sly dog, you. Earlier this week the singer claimed he wasn’t going to be funny during his first go as a Saturday Night Live host, but who could have guessed that he’d not only be funny on the show, but also be the best host of Season 38 so far?
Chevy Chase Allegedly Uses Racial Slur on ‘Community’ Set — REPORT
Community might be one of the most beloved comedies on TV, but it seems things continue to be dramatic behind the scenes.
‘Saturday Night Live’: Bruno Mars Pulling Double Duty As Host and Musical Guest
The only thing worse than the reluctant acknowledgment that you aren’t married to Justin Timberlake this weekend, is the fact that he won’t be hosting or appearing on this weekend’s brand new Saturday Night Live.
It’s Official: ‘Private Practice’ Is Ending
As if Private Practice fans weren’t depressed enough.
The Ax Factor: ‘Animal Practice’ Closes Its Doors
It’s tough out there for a new TV show. Creators put their hearts and souls into pilots, introducing their baby bird-like new series into the big, harsh world, all the while, hoping and praying their baby can fly.
‘Jersey Shore’ Recap: On the Next Arrested Deenavelopment
Last week I waxed poetic about how Jersey Shore had reached its dreaded saturation point in the reality television universe and that the show’s guilty pleasure factor had run as dry as the infamous Seaside Heights house itself.
‘Two and a Half Men’: Miley Cyrus’ Bizarre 22-Minute Monologue
Many wondered how Two and a Half Men would be able to top its ninth season, a run of episodes that featured the inclusion of Ashton Kutcher and even weirder plot lines than ever before. (Alan suffering a fever dream while institutionalized in a mental hospital might rank as one of the most deranged TV episodes of all time.)
‘Vampire Diaries’ Recap: Growing Pains
Becoming a vampire isn’t as sexy as it once seemed. Sure, it comes with a heightened sex drive (and Elena’s sudden desire for hot, vampire sex in the woods might suggest), but for Elena, it also comes with one very uncomfortable side effect: vomit.
Leanne’s Spoiler List: Thrills and Kills on ‘Pretty Little Liars’
You can definitely feel the Halloween spirit in the air. The breeze is crisp, the candy corn is addicting, and your one friendly friend is stressing you out because she says that your costume isn’t “cute” enough. (Sorry, that last part may have only applied to me.)
Bruno Mars Is Ready to Bring the Funny to ‘SNL’ This Weekend. Or Not.
Bruno Mars is pulling double duty as both the host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live this weekend. There may be singing, there may be dancing, and there just may be some comedy in there, too.
‘The Vampire Diaries’ React: I Was Bawling Like a Baby
Alright, I’m getting tired of having to say SPOILER ALERT every time I write a react, but there we go. SPOILER ALERT. SPOILER ALERT. SPOILER ALERT!
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Recap: To Settle or Not to Settle
The Beatles were right when they said that money can’t buy me love…but can it buy closure? That was the difficult question the survivors of last May’s plane crash were faced with during this week’s Grey’s Anatomy episode, “Love the One You’re With.”
‘It’s Always Sunny’ React: This is How We Do It
Last night, Project Runway named the Season 10 champion, and the winner is…
’30 Rock’: Chronicling the Final Chapter — Week 3
Any longtime fan of 30 Rock will solemnly admit that the show is not what it used to be. This isn’t a rarity for a long-running sitcom, but it certainly hits extra hard with Tina Fey’s former wonder.
‘Parks and Recreation’ Recap: Sexytimes at Pawnee Senior Center
Parks and Recreation‘s fifth season is off and running. There is an outbreak of Sexually Transmitted Diseases running rampant in Pawnee’s elderly population, and Leslie and the gang are on operation Wrap it Up.
NBC Cancels ‘Animal Practice,’ to the Chagrin of Annie’s Boobs
What a long, strange trip it’s been for NBC’s comedy series Animal Practice, the melding of the comedic stylings and onscreen charisma of Weeds star Justin Kirk with that of Community recurring player Annie’s Boobs (she’s a monkey).
‘It’s Always Sunny’ React: This is How We Do It
What do you get when you combine the It’s Always Sunny gang, a trash collector’s strike, and a few ridiculous and complicated plans?
TV Tidbits: Samberg Gets a Sitcom, ‘American Horror’ Scares ‘Nashville’
Well, what do you know — it looks like scary nuns, aliens, insane Nazi doctors, and Adam Levine bring in more traffic than Connie Britton and a guitar.
‘Family Guy’ 200th Episode: What We Want to See
Family Guy is about to hit episode 200, and creator Seth MacFarlane knows how to celebrate accordingly. On November 11, Fox will air a one-hour Family Guy Special.
‘Nashville’ Recap: Secrets, Bribes, and Skinny Dipping
The amount of drama and plotlines broached in last week’s episode of Nashville alone could have been enough material for the entire season. But that can only mean it’s about to get really good.
Fox’s ‘Total F Up’ Pushes ‘X Factor’ to Tuesday, Angers Simon Cowell
Watch out, Fox — Hell hath no fury like a Simon Cowell scorned. Tonight, yours truly was shocked when, at 5:40 p.m. PST, Fox began airing the latest episode of The X Factor, which was not supposed to air until its usual time, 8 p.m.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Star Rockmond Dunbar on Last Night’s Shocker: ‘Juice is F**ked’
Holy Hell, that was a lot of Sons of Anarchy goodness to process. [SPOILERS AHEAD] First there was the strangest suicide ever seen on television, and definitely the first to involve a forced blow job.
‘American Horror Story: Asylum’ Premiere Explanations and Expectations
The American Horror Story goal is very clear: Each season will feature a completely different time and setting in hopes of evoking feelings of true panic and terror from its viewers—it’s working.
Olivia Munn vs. Zooey Deschanel: Is a ‘New Girl’ Fight a Possibility?
What happens when one female is threatened by another female? A bitch fight is likely to go down. That’s exactly what happened in Season 1 of New Girl when Zooey Deschanel’s Jess was verbally insulted by her roommate Nick’s girlfriend Julia (played by Lizzy Caplan).
‘Survivor’ Recap: Blair Gets a New Teammate
God, I am so sick of the rain. Just rain, rain, rain, rain, rain, rain, rain on this season of Human Umbrellas Under a Tarp. It’s enough to make you think the Jeff Probst is a huge Garbage fan, because he’s only happy when it rains.
‘Arrow’ Episode 2: Steering Clear of the ‘Secret Circle’ Conundrum
Guys, it was clear from my Arrow review last week that I love this show. But even though I had made the commitment to tune in for an hour every week on my already TV-packed Wednesday nights, I still had some reservations.
‘American Horror Story’ Review: The Scare Is Never as Good as the First Time
When I first heard that Ryan Murphy, the show’s co-creator, decided that each season would have a new cast and a new story, I thought it was a blessing.
TV Tidbits: Dylan McDermott to Guest on ‘American Horror Story’
It’s that special part of the day again: time for television tidbits! Tonight’s savory television bits come from all over the world: from Briarcliff Manor to a kitchen in the United Kingdom, our small screen news knows no bounds. So let’s dig in before it gets cold!
‘Emily Owens, M.D.’ Is Just Like ‘Grey’s Anatomy’… And That’s a Good Thing
Tuesday night the CW premiered its foray into the medical world with the new drama Emily Owens, M.D. Starring Mamie Gummer (the glorious offspring of the great Meryl Streep), Emily Owens is a med school grad beginning her surgical internship at Denver Memorial Hospital, and she just can’t seem to shake her high school insecurities.
‘X Factor’: Khloe Kardashian, Mario Lopez Announced as Hosts
Khloe Kardashian now has a job. No, seriously, a real one! Confirming what has been long-rumored, Fox has announced that the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star will be hosting this season of The X Factor.
‘Gossip Girl’: Who ELSE Is Getting Married?!? — PIC
Another spoiler-filled Gossip Girl photo is making the rounds today and it hints at another happy ending, this time for arguably the most on-again-off-again couple on this show.
Everything You Need to Know Before Tonight’s ‘American Horror Story’ Premiere
Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating. With dozens of new and returning shows hitting our small screens, we know we have some big choices to make.
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Shut the Front Door!
Well kids, it’s elimination night again. Regrettably (or perhaps mercifully?), this week’s results episode of Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars was cut in half thanks to the presidential debate, meaning we had to endure only a single hour of overly dramatic narration and a rehashing of events I’d totally forgotten because it’s been a full 24 hours since the celebs performed.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Delivers Another Brutal Episode Full of Blood, Sweat, & Betrayal
How have you shocked us, oh Sons of Anarchy? Let me count the ways.
‘The Voice’ Recap: ‘We Are the Borg’
I’m not sure if last night’s episode of The Voice was particularly surreal, or if that was just a side effect of the massive dose of cold medicine I took right before it started.
‘Emily Owens, M.D.’ Stars Tease the Show’s Steamy Love Triangle
Oh, Emily Owens: You’ve already made us cringe in so many ways. First, there was that inability to get over high school drama.
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’: The Eliminated Celebrity Is…
A Gossip Girl photo is making the rounds today and it hints at a happy ending for Chuck (Ed Westwick) and Blair (Leighton Meester).
TV Tidbits: ‘Sons’ Vet Moves On, Bette Midler Goes on ‘Glee’
Today was another big day for TV, as The X Factor FINALLY announced that Khloe Kardashian and Mario Lopez would take over my beloved Steve Jones’ role as hosts for the rapidly approaching live shows this season.
‘Revolution’ Recap: Throw Charlie From the Train
So that’s who Nate is! Five episodes into this first (and unlikely last, if recent ratings are any indication) season of Revolution we’re finally given a reason to care about the character formerly known as “Nate.”
‘The Voice’ Recap: Blake and Julio Down by the Schoolyard
Welcome back to The Voice! Last night’s episode marked another installment of the battle rounds, and another two hours of performances in a boxing ring — spoiler alert — without a single version of “Eye of the Tiger.”
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Tears and Cheeres
Ladies and gents, it’s that time of the week again, when celebrities paint themselves in glitter and publicly embarrass themselves to the tune of bad music.
‘Gossip Girl’: OMG! Chuck and Blair Get [SPOILER] — PIC
A Gossip Girl photo is making the rounds today and it hints at a happy ending for Chuck (Ed Westwick) and Blair (Leighton Meester).
‘How I Met Your Mother’ Recap: The Most Dangerous Game Ever Played
The game episode. It’s a classic sitcom vehicle to teach audiences about the intricacies of the characters within (and often, to teach the characters about each other).
Fun With Ratings: ‘The Walking Dead’ Shatters Cable Records
Whoever says American Idol doesn’t get you anywhere clearly hasn’t checked out any TV news recently. Season 11 runner-up Jessica Sanchez (the little lady with the big ol’ voice) is headed to Glee, giving Idol fans everywhere reason to say, “Nah-nah-nah, told you so!” to all those nay-sayers (you know who you are).
Fun With Ratings: ‘The Walking Dead’ Shatters Cable Records
The Walking Dead did monster ratings and slew the competition (no puns barred, people) with a massive 10.9 million viewers last night, which is a high for the series, 1 million more that watched the second season finale, and a new record for cable dramas.
Kelly Monaco on ‘DWTS’: ‘I Was at the Top of the Leaderboard and Didn’t Feel Safe’
This week, there are two reasons to tune into Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars: Not only will Monday night feature guest judge Paula Abdul, but this season is turning into a nail-biting competition.
‘The Walking Dead’ Recap: Seed
In case the first 30-odd minutes of tonight’s Walking Dead premiere hadn’t made it clear that Rick Grimes was a new man, the show’s final moments — which found Rick hacking off Hershel’s leg mere seconds after it was used as walker chow — hit the proverbial nail in the “old Rick” coffin.
‘Homeland’ Recap: Leaving Lebanon
Remember last week when I mentioned that a lot of Homeland’s thematic material delves into the issue of trust? Welp, this week, on everyone’s favorite cable series about a lunatic ex-CIA agent and a secret quasi-terrorist, trusted the audience not to majorly lose their s**t and trust this show.
‘Dexter’ Recap: Creepy Louis and the Brand-New Blonde
Poor Dexter. He’s having a really, really hard time dealing with being permanently under Debra’s watchful eye.
NYCC: ‘The Walking Dead’ Panel Proves Little Ladies Love Chandler Riggs
Last season on The Walking Dead, our characters did a lot of time thinking and waiting. Then, as the season wound down, the action ramped up, delivering deaths that no one saw coming and culminating in the burning of Hershel’s precious barn as walkers swarmed the farm.
‘Revenge’ Recap: Mama Drama
As much as we love this salacious show, we’ve got to admit that up until this point, Revenge has been a bit tame. The biggest surprises have consisted of Nolan’s unnecessary corporate side plot and a new actor taking over as Takaeda without explanation.
‘Once Upon a Time’ Recap: Lancelot Lies a Lot
This week’s episode of Once Upon a Time is a healthy balance of flashbacks, Storybrooke, and present-day fairytale land.
‘Amazing Race’ Recap: ‘Selamat Tingaal!’
“You just cost us the race, bro!” “I don’t think you understand this is for a million dollars.” “FASTER FASTER FASTER MY GOD CAN YOU UNDERSTAND MY HAND GESTURES?!?”
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: 50 Shades of Grey’s Anatomy
Apparently, New York’s unbridled derision for its sister state to the south dates back at least as far as the 1920s — as Manhattanite Arnold Rothstein tells Atlantic City resident Nucky Thompson early on in this week’s episode of Boardwalk Empire, “New Jersey [is] a state I have little interest in or affection for.”
The Ax Factor: ‘Made in Jersey’ Gets Unmade, Say YeeHaw to ‘Nashville’
It’s tough out there for a new TV show. Creators put their hearts and souls into pilots, introducing their baby bird-like new series into the big, harsh world, all the while, hoping and praying their baby can fly.
‘SNL’ Recap: Christina Applegate Gave Her All, Usain Bolt Grabbed the Comedy Baton
Last night’s Saturday Night Live featured two jokes about Red Bull, one of which described the popular beverage as “tasting salty dishwater.”
NYCC 2012: ‘Parks and Recreation’ Cast Invades ‘Childrens Hospital,’ ‘NTSF’
Pawnee isn’t exactly the sort of place that breeds world-travelers. The residents of the sleepy Indiana town grow up there, live there, and generally remain there for their entire lives — or so we thought.
A Sneak Peek Look at Miley Cyrus’ Cameo on ‘Two and a Half Men’ — VIDEO
CBS has released a snippet of Miley Cyrus’ upcoming appearance on Two and a Half Men and from the looks of things, the 19-year-old star is actually doing an imitation of Saturday Night Live’s Vanessa Bayer’s motormouthed imitation of Miley Cyrus.
‘Saturday Night Live’: Not Excited for Christina Applegate’s Return? Malarkey!
For those of you who have spent the last 19 years living in a van by the river, imagine this: Christina Applegate has not hosted Saturday Night Live since 1993.
‘The Walking Dead’: Norman Reedus on the ‘Season of Rage’ and Merle’s Return
It’s been seven months since Rick Grimes and his merry band of post-zombie-apocalypse travelers won(?) the battle at Hershel’s farm, and now, in Season 3, things are going to be darker (and gorier) than ever.
Create Your Own Adventure: ‘The Walking Dead’
Why hello there, latest member of the so-called “Grimes Gang.” That’s right — like it or not, you’ve made the cut.
‘Vampire Diaries’ Season Premiere Recap: It’s All Coming Back to Me Now
We were left with quite the cliffhanger last time we visited Mystic Falls. The Vampire Diaries didn’t leave us wondering if Elena had really died.
‘X Factor’ Recap: Babies, Babies, Babies… Oh, and Old People
This! Is! Not American Idol. What could I possibly be doing functioning in recap form without Coke cups and utterly predictable song choices involving hits from artists whose names rhyme with Fitney Blouston?
Leanne’s Spoiler List: ‘Smash’ Will Shake Things Up, ‘Vampire Diaries’ Gets Insane
Vampires, Upper East Siders, Broadway beauties and suburbanites. There’s scoop on all these characters and more in this week’s edition of Leanne’s Spoiler List.
‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’: Everything Old is Eww Again
When a TV show has been on the air as long as It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia has, it inevitably hits a crossroad with fans.
‘The Walking Dead’ Photo Puzzle Solved! Who’s on the Run? — EXCLUSIVE PIC
If you’re chomping at the bit like a zombie on a dog chain in anticipation for The Walking Dead to return for Season 3, then perk up.
Jon Hamm, Paul Rudd, and Adam Scott Create ‘The Greatest Event in Television History’
As the residence of short-form comedy on television continues to expand, it seems more and more like the ideas we catch on the networks most conducive to this growth are born from little beyond a hearty chuckle and a half-baked “You know what would be funny?”
‘Jersey Shore’ Recap: I Lost My Poor Meatball
Now, you’re going to have to hang in here with me, folks. My colleague, bona fide reality television aficionado Brian Moylan will be out for this week’s Jersey Shore recap, temporarily bestowing upon me the great responsibility of discussing most culturally significant show of our time.
’30 Rock’: Chronicling the Final Chapter — Week 2
Kenneth Parcell: one of the great mysteries of the universe. Originally a pig farmer’s son from Stone Mountain, Georgia, who could smile through any catastrophe and beat the nefarious Jack Donaghy in a high-stakes game of poker, who then transformed into the purveyor of odd tales from his backwoods homeland, to finally an immortal creature whose origins get even more ambivalent with every one of the character’s offhand remarks.
Christina Applegate Will Play An Iconic Rocker on This Weekend’s ‘SNL’ — EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
Jenna Maroney would be so jealous. Not only is another immensely talented blonde beauty going to be hitting the stage on live television in Rockefeller Center this weekend, but she’ll get to play Janis Joplin, too.
TV Tidbits: Matt Bomer is ‘The New Normal,’ Bonnie & Clyde Get a Modern TV Makeover
Matt Bomer is a Sexy Ex-Boyfriend: Announcing casting choices on Twitter is The New Normal for Ryan Murphy (see what I did there?!), as he took to the social media network to announce that White Collar (and big brother to Blaine on Glee)’s own Matt Bomer will be showing up on NBC’s The New Normal.
Fun with Ratings: ‘Nashville’ Is a Hit, Y’all
In Country music, the competition is steep. It continues to be the most profitable genre in the music business, and as such, it doesn’t take much to see a little spotlight switcheroo here and there.
Your Guide to Surviving the ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Premiere
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
‘Arrow’: Why You Need to be Watching
Last night’s Arrow premiere opened to strong ratings – 4.02 million viewers and a 1.3 demo rating, making it the CW’s highest-rated drama since 2010.
All the Shirtless Actors on the Premiere of ‘Chicago Fire’
Last night, NBC debuted its new series Chicago Fire which is about, well, fires in Chicago. It is basically Law & Order but with ashes or Third Watch without those pesky cops or Kim Raver.
‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Returns for Season 8 Tonight! Meeee-ow!
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
‘Nashville’ Premiere Recap: A Diva Dip
Fans of Country Strong, Crazy Heart, Friday Night Lights and I Love You Beth Cooper rejoice! Nashville is here and it’s a battle of the hair for Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere.
The X Factor Recap: Groups and Young Adults Get Judged
Hello, X Factor fans! Your beloved recapper Shaunna is otherwise engaged this evening, so you’re all going to just have to deal with me (Alicia) this evening.
‘Vampire Diaries’ Season 4 Premiere: 7 Things You Need to Know. Right now.
At the time of this post, there are only 27 hours between us and a new episode of The Vampire Diaries. I don’t usually condone “squee-ing,” but you know what?
Getting Pumped for the ‘Vampire Diaries’ Season 4 Premiere: 101
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
‘Nashville’: Where to Find Last Night’s Songs
Following last night’s premiere of Nashville, I found myself obsessing over one country-twanged performance in particular.
‘Survivor’ Recap: Blair Gets Ignored
If you haven’t noticed, the only thing I care about in this season of Survivor is the fate of Blair, the former Facts of Life actress who is wearing her jeans in the ocean (gross), doesn’t have any friends, and is trying to still win a million dollars.
‘Chicago Fire’ Premiere May Only Smolder, But Definitely Sparks Our Interest
When the premiere episode of NBC’s new drama Chicago Fire came to a close, I can’t say that I wasn’t disappointed — disappointed because I actually found myself not hating the show.
‘Sons of Anarchy’: Kim Coates and Theo Rossi on How To Not Die — VIDEO
As Sons of Anarchy fans learned the excruciatingly hard way a couple weeks back, the show’s notoriously outspoken showrunner (and costar) Kurt Sutter ain’t afraid to kill off his main characters.
TV Tidbits: Ty Burrell Gets a Less Modern Family
Halloween is in the air, dear readers, so it’s no coincidence that today’s television news largely centers around things spooky, scary, and downright paranormal.
Christie Brinkley to Play Mrs. Jerry Gergich on ‘Parks and Rec’
Jerry Gergich’s oft-referenced-yet-never-seen wife, Gayle, will finally be revealed. And the lucky lady who helped create (along with Jerry) the lovely Millicent Gergich?
‘Chicago Fire’: Follow This Smoke to Wednesday Night’s Premiere
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
Christina Applegate’s ‘Saturday Night Live’ Promo Was 19 Years in the Making
It’s been 19 — yes, 19 — years since Christina Applegate last hosted Saturday Night Live and appeared in one of the most beloved sketches in the show’s history.
‘Made in Jersey’ Is the First Victim of the Fall Season
It can continue to be in Jersey, but it looks like Made in Jersey is no longer going to be made.
‘Arrow’ Premiere: Stephen Amell and Cast Tease Sex, Violence, and Family Drama
For those of you who don’t happen to be comic book fans, or those of you who are comic book fans but tend to snicker at The CW’s frequently ab-tastic, female-centric programming, hear us out: Give Arrow a chance.
‘New Girl’ Recap: It’s Hip(star) to be Square
If you ever needed even more concrete evidence that hipsters make everything so much worse, you needn’t look any further than last night’s episode of New Girl.
‘American Horror Story: Asylum’: Watch the First Five Minutes Now!
American Horror Story: Asylum released the first five minutes of the season premiere online, and we have to agree with them: Only this series can make insanity look that sexy.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Gives Us a What-the-Walton-Goggins?! Moment: What’d Ya Think?
Sons of Anarchy never, ever promises business as usual. And as usual, the FX series has shocked us thoroughly. This time, it’s with a surprise guest appearance from Justified‘s Walton Goggins (who once starred on The Shield, on which SoA creator Kurt Sutter served as a producer and writer).
‘Wilfred’ Star Fiona Gubelmann Heats Things Up on ‘Animal Practice’
Looks like our favorite talking dog owner will play an animal lover once more! Fiona Gubelmann, popularly known as Wilfred’s blissfully unaware owner, will shake things up for the boys over on Animal Practice.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Beg, Borrow, or Steal
And there you have it, folks: This week, we bid adieu to not one, but two former DWTS champs: guyliner enthusiast Drew Lachey and this season’s second-coolest-guy-with-an-accent, Helio Castroneves.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’: Fake Wedding Edition
NBC’s The New Normal is a delightful show about a not very ordinary gay couple trying to have a surrogate daughter with a strange woman who has an oddball child and an unbelievably bigoted (and funny) grandmother.
It Ain’t Easy Being a ‘Community’ Fan
Cubs fans. Reform Party members. Lindsay Lohan apologists. Some bandwagons are just hard to be a part of.
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‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Double (Elimination) Trouble!
And there you have it, folks: This week, we bid adieu to not one, but two former DWTS champs: guyliner enthusiast Drew Lachey and this season’s second-coolest-guy-with-an-accent, Helio Castroneves.
The Dos and Don’ts of Dating from ‘The Mindy Project’: When You’re in the Club
It was coworkers’ night out on The Mindy Project tonight, and Dr. Lahiri was on the hunt for a man. After word got out around the office that the hottest club in town was opening its doors for Dr. Lahiri and Shauna the receptionist, pretty soon the whole crew was on board for the ride.
‘Dancing With the Stars’: And the Eliminated Contestants Are…
After a dazzling night of truly impressive performances on Monday’s Dancing With The Stars: All Stars “Iconic Dances” competition last night, the decision to send someone home seemed like a tough one.
TV Tidbits: Kaley Cuoco Will Host Again, Megan Mullally’s Back on ‘Parks and Rec’
It’s ladies night at TV Tidbits again! The women of Hollywood are making moves, signing deals, and making cameos all over the place.
‘Dancing’ Backstage With Louis van Amstel: Is This the Most Emotional ‘DWTS’ Season Ever?
During most seasons of Dancing With the Stars, it takes at least four or five weeks before eliminations start getting emotional. But according to Sabrina Bryan’s coach and partner, Louis van Amstel, this season is a whole new ballgame.
‘Revolution’ Recap: They Killed One of the Leads But it Wasn’t Charlie, Miles, or Aaron
The preview of this week’s Revolution touted that “one of these people will not make it out alive!” Any betting man of course knew it wouldn’t be Charlie or Miles, the two leads of the show.
‘How I Met Your Mother’ Recap: How I Ret(conned) Your Father
If there was ever a concrete example of how careless How I Met Your Mother has become over time, this week’s “Nannies” is it.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Terry McDermott and the Sundance Kid
Last night’s episode of The Voice marked the beginning of the battle rounds. Performers face off against members of their own team, with one competitor to be eliminated after each duet.
‘Community,’ ‘Whitney’ Pushed Back
As if being a fan of NBC’s cult-comedy Community wasn’t hard enough! Sources confirmed to Hollywood.com that the show (as well as another Friday returnee, Whitney) is being pushed back until further notice. Nooooooooo!!!!!
‘Gossip Girl’ Season Premiere: Was That an OMG or a WTF Moment?
Last night was the beginning of the end of our time with the most scandalous Upper East Siders. And for a show that lives for the OMGs, Season 6’s premiere left us with one big WTF.
‘Mindy Project,’ ‘Ben and Kate’ Receive Full Season Pick-Ups
Despite middling ratings, critical love has been enough to drive full season pick-ups of new series The Mindy Project and Ben and Kate.
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Peter Pan, Living Statues, and a Donkey
We need to talk about the use of props in this week’s DWTS. A harness? A Mini Cooper? A… ahem… donkey?! This week, the celebs took creative control of their dance numbers and recreated “iconic dances” from seasons past.
‘Walking Dead’ Season 3 Photo Puzzle: Part 2 Revealed — EXCLUSIVE CONTEST
If you’re chomping at the bit like a zombie on a dog chain in anticipation for The Walking Dead to return for Season 3, then perk up.
Bryan Cranston and Catherine O’Hara are Starstruck at ’30 Rock’ — VIDEO
They say it’s always good to deviate from what you’re known for from time-to-time. And after several seasons of playing badass druglord Walter White, Bryan Cranston is doing just that during his cameo appearance on 30 Rock.
‘The Voice’ Preview: It’s Time to Battle it Out! — VIDEO
Better watch out X Factor! The Voice is looking for a rumble in tonight’s all-new episode. The time has come for one of the most unique phases in the NBC singing competition: The Battle Rounds.
Melissa Rycroft Shares Her ‘DWTS’ ‘Breakdown’ and an Emotional Decision
Melissa Rycroft is flying high after two weeks of soaring scores on Dancing With the Stars‘ all-stars season, but there’s one thing weighing heavily on her mind: being away from her family
‘Gossip Girl’ Premiere: 5 Things You Need to Know
Hollywood.com here. Your one and only source truly obsessed with the scandalous lives of Manhattan’s elite.
‘The Walking Dead’ Premiere Sneak Peek: Walkers, Walkers Everywhere!
When we last saw The Walking Dead‘s Grimes Gang, the group was in shambles: Hershel had lost his farm, Rick and Lori basically lost their marriage when it was revealed that Rick had killed Shane, they all lost hope when they learned that all of humanity carried the walker virus, and they also all lost Andrea, but didn’t really seem to care.
‘Homeland’ Recap: Blade Runner
“If you run, it will only make it worse.” That was Saul’s advice to Carrie last week before the cellphone dumping, the giant chase, the knee-to-the-crotch, and that terrifying/amazing smile-giggle, so it only makes sense that Homeland’s second episode was leagues better than the premiere.
‘Revenge’ Recap: The Resurrection of Mrs. Victoria Grayson
Resurrection was always something I associated with church, more specifically Easter. But Revenge has given a whole new meaning to the word, and it has nothing to do with finding a colorful basket full of fake grass and chocolate eggs one fine April morning.
‘Dexter’ Recap: Hope Given, Hope Taken
What do you imagine happens the moments after a serial killer admits to a lieutenant that he is, in fact, a serial killer? Probably a lot of handcuffing, Miranda Rights-reading, and general intense copy stuff, right?
‘The Walking Dead’ Season 3: Who’s Lurking in this Image? — EXCLUSIVE CONTEST
If you’re chomping at the bit like a zombie on a dog chain in anticipation for The Walking Dead to return for Season 3, then perk up.
‘Once Upon a Time’ Recap: Wicked Beginnings and Optimistic Endings
Mirror Mirror on the wall, who’s the craziest b**ch of them all? It’s Cora of course! Wait, or is it Regina? Hmm… we’ll let you be the judge. This week’s episode of Once Upon a Time finally gave some highly anticipated answers to questions we’ve been dying to know.
‘The Amazing Race’ Recap: Taksi Driver
Unlike a lot of competition-based reality shows, The Amazing Race has never felt much need to change its fundamental format.
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The Ax Factor’: ‘Made in Jersey’ Bombs, Three NBC Shows to ‘Go On’
t’s tough out there for a new TV show. Creators put their hearts and souls into pilots, introducing their baby bird-like new series into the big, harsh world, all the while, hoping and praying their baby can fly.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: The Next Jimmy Darmody
Last week’s episode of Boardwalk Empire instituted a plague with which Nucky has been dealing: the weight of Jimmy’s murder, which is haunting him to no end.
‘SNL’ With Daniel Craig: Brought to You By the Letter B. for Big Bird
I’d like to start this recap by thanking the two presidential candidates, Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama for all their hard work this week.
‘Jersey Shore’ Ratings Take a Nosedive
It’s only natural that after five seasons of hookups, hangovers, and enough catchphrases to make your head spin, the world got a little bit tired of Jersey Shore.
‘Fringe’ Stars Tease A New Enemy (And ‘Really F**king Major Disaster!’)
A brief confession: I am one of the lucky few who has already seen tonight’s installment of Fringe — “In Absentia” — and I find it safe to say that it’s one of the series’ best. Ever. In fact, in my book, it’s right up there with Season 3’s “Entrada.”
‘Glee’ Recap: Which Couples Are Still Standing After ‘The Break-Up’?
Wow. I’m just…numb. This week’s episode of Glee has left me with the following: swollen red eyes, a tissue-filled apartment, a strong desire for chocolate, and an overwhelming feeling of dread in my heart.
‘Jersey Shore’ Premiere Recap: The Song Remains the Lame
Jersey Shore returned last night and this zoological recreation of a group of wild guidos in their native habitat has been altered forever and totally ruined. What was once a show about how these creatures existed in the wild, wave-filled savannah of the-Mid Altantic is now about these very same animals trying to integrate into mainstream society.
Leanne’s Spoiler List: Is There a New Love Triangle on ‘The Vampire Diaries’?
It’s October! The leaves are changing, the temperatures are dropping (except in LA… ), and our Fall TV season is finally in full swing.
TV Has More LGBT Characters Than Ever
GLAAD has every reason to be just that today: the organization has released their annual “Where We Are on TV” study, and has and reported that “the number of regular LGBT characters on broadcast networks has risen to the highest level ever recorded, while the LGBT character count also increased on cable television.”
OMG! Identity of ‘Gossip Girl’ Will Be Revealed!
One of the best-kept secrets in teenage television (and book) history, the identity of Gossip Girl will finally be revealed in the sixth and final season of the CW drama.
‘The Walking Dead’: Is That Carl or Mini-Rick? — EXCLUSIVE PHOTO
Is it Oct. 14 yet? No? Darn. Well, The Walking Dead hasn’t quite lurched back onto our screens, but Hollywood.com did get ahold of an exclusive photo from Season 3.
‘Parks and Recreation’ Recap: It’s Pronounced ‘Anchovies’
By the third episode of Parks and Recreation‘s fifth season, Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) has settled into her new office as a City Councilwoman.
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Recap: We Have to Go Back!
Time. It’s one of the most precious (and uncontrollable) forces in the universe. There’s no changing it; there’s no stopping it; and there’s absolutely no going back – unless you’re a character on a highly popular, nationwide television show, that is.
‘The X Factor’ Bootcamp Recap: Battle Round
And just like that, it’s time for bootcamp — round two! I’m going to keep this one short(ish) and simple since I thought we’d narrow it down to the final 24 at the end of the episode and we didn’t, so I’m mighty pissed.
’30 Rock’: Chronicling the Final Chapter — Week 1
Almost three years ago, American hero Elizabeth (unspellable) Lemon (Tina Fey) sang these words out to her boss and friend Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin), her imagined Dealbreakers talk show audience, and her childhood self.
Honey Boo Boo on ‘South Park’: Are Reality Stars Parker and Stone’s Blind Spot?
Let’s start by clarifying one important fact: I love South Park. Its crass, disgusting humor is a thing of beauty, wrapped in the careful, intelligent, and dare I say thoughtful comedy that serves as a framework for the whole affair.
CBS Bested By Basic Cable? ‘Sons of Anarchy’ Comes Out on Top
In what world can a basic cable series best the ratings behemoth, CBS? Well, this world. FX’s hit drama Sons of Anarchy just did it.
Everything You Need to Know About ‘Jersey Shore’ Before the Final Season
Can you even believe that it was less than three years ago that MTV introduced us to Snooki, JWOWW, The Situation, DJ Paulie D, and the rest of the crew on Jersey Shore and our lives were forever changed?
‘Supernatural’ Post-Mortem: Producers Tease a Dark (But Fun!) Season 8
Well, Supernatural fans — the wait is officially over. Tonight’s premiere episode, “We Need To Talk About Kevin,” [sort of] explained what happened to Dean in Purgatory, set the trajectory for the next several episodes, and introduced a unique crack in the brothers’ relationship that won’t heal overnight.
‘X Factor’ Bootcamp Recap: CeCe Frey and the Ballad of Broken Dreams
Well, the good news is that the live auditions are finally over. The bad news is that about 100 innocent souls who spent weeks (months?) riding the high of their first audition, thinking they had real, megastar-worthy talent, will have their dreams squashed and never be seen nor nor heard from again.
‘Survivor’ Recap: Blair Makes an Alliance
I’m just going to say it: So far, this season of How to Survive in Life Without Really Trying has been a huge snore.
TV Tidbits: ‘Once Upon a Time’ Hooks a New Regular
ABC’s fairy tale smash Once Upon a Time is officially enchanted by Colin O’Donoghue. O’Donoghue was originally set to recur throughout the season, but now he’ll be an official series regular for the season’s back nine episodes, despite the fact that his character’s — Captain Hook — first appearance hasn’t even aired yet.
‘Supernatural’ Premiere: Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki on What’s Tearing Them Apart
You thought 30 years in Hell were tough for Dean Winchester? Try one year in Purgatory. When Supernatural makes its return tonight, the Winchester brothers will be more fractured than ever thanks to a year that found one brother fighting the battle of a lifetime, and the other walking away from the war.
‘Dancing’ Backstage with Louis Van Amstel: The Pressure is On Thanks to Sabrina’s ‘Iron Will’
Dancing With The Stars may have lost a dancer to the weekly ax last night (Joey Fatone, you will be missed), but there’s still a lot of competition ahead.
‘New Girl’ Recap: What’s Fluff Got To Do With It?
When it comes to the classic will they/won’t they television couples (Jim and Pam, Sam and Diane, Mulder and Scully), one thing is certain before they eventually get together: There will be a lot of longing glances shared with unspoken declarations of love in their eyes.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’: Drunken Hookup Edition
NBC’s The New Normal is a delightful show about a not very ordinary gay couple trying to have a surrogate daughter with a strange woman who has an oddball child and an unbelievably bigoted (and funny) grandmother.
‘Glee’ Preview: What to Expect From “The Break-Up”
Let me just start off by saying that I have been through a fair share of break ups in my lifetime, so I know what it feels like to have your heart shattered. And tomorrow night’s episode of Glee feels exactly like that.
The Dos and Don’ts of Dating from ‘The Mindy Project’: You’re Hired!
After a rough start (jail questioning is really rough after a night of watching your ex-boyfriend get married, you guys. Not that I have any experience in either scenario that whatsoever. Nope no way!) for Dr. Mindy Lahiri’s life-makeover quest, things continue to get tougher. But she’s working through it, one day at a a time!
‘Fringe’ Star Anna Torv: ‘I Don’t Mind’ If Olivia Dies
Anyone who caught Fringe‘s final season premiere last Friday already knows that this will be the toughest year yet for the newly outlawed Fringe team.
‘American Horror Story: Asylum’ Scares Up New Promo — VIDEO
After revealing a set of short, mysterious, and creepy teases, American Horror Story: Asylum creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk have finally unveiled a full trailer containing scenes and clips from the upcoming season.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Promo: Daniel Craig Plays Well With Taran Killam
There’s something infinitely hilarious about stoic, serious action stars tapping into their comedy side. (See: Liam Neeson “getting in the cage” with “Nicolas Cage” on Saturday Night Live and testing out his improv skills to a stunned Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant in this insta-classic Life’s Too Short moment).
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Bye Bye Bye!
It’s a sad day for myself circa 1999: This week, Joey Fatone got the boot from DWTS, meaning every writer in the country now has to try to think of an *NSYNC reference that isn’t as generic and overused as most of Grey’s Anatomy’s Season 8 plotlines.
‘Last Resort’ ‘Badass’ Autumn Reeser Tells Us What The Big Mystery is All About
We’ve already established that Last Resort isn’t another Lost reincarnate, but it does have one thing in common with the classic ABC sci-fi series: a big, hulking mystery.
TV Tidbits: ‘South Park’ Mocks Honey Boo Boo
Today was a big day for fall TV, as NBC picked up Revolution, Go On (or, as Ryan Lochte would say, Goon), and The New Normal for the back nine, and Boardwalk Empire was renewed for a fourth season.
Fun With Ratings: ‘The Voice’ & ‘Revolution’ Win Again, ‘Mob Doctor’ Is Dead on Arrival
Premiere week is so much fun with all the hype of the new shows and seeing who measures up and who falls short. That’s great, but it’s really in weeks two and three when things really get interesting and the axe starts to threaten troubled shows. Look out The Mob Doctor and Partners, because the bell is tolling for thee.
The ‘Revolution’ Will ‘Go On’: These Full Season Orders are ‘The New Normal’ for NBC
After the three shows performed so well, it comes as no surprise that Revolution, Go On, and The New Normal are getting the full-season treatment at NBC.
‘Revolution’ Recap: The Bridge on the River Why?
Before diving into our review of last night’s episode, “No Quarter,” I’d first like to offer an apology for the staggering lack of interest I showed last week in learning characters’ names. Rather than write “Maggie” and “Aaron,” as I learned tonight are characters we’ve been following, I opted for the demeaning “Hurley” and “British Chick.”
‘The Voice’ Recap: I Was Blind, But Now I See
This episode marks the last night of this season’s blind auditions. I, for one, am profoundly disappointed by the utter lack of blindness puns in the songs our hopefuls have chosen — no “Blinded by the Light,” no “I Can See Clearly Now,” nor nearly enough selections from the catalogs of Blind Melon, Third Eye Blind, and Stevie Wonder.
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‘How I Met Your Mother’: Everyone Is Kind of a Jerk
I am in the rapidly decreasing community of How I Met Your Mother apologists. While many former fans began to turn away from the long running series during the previous seventh season, I found a somber charm in the new episodes.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Will Make It to 1924: It’s Renewed for Season 4
When Boardwalk Empire closed out its second season with a particularly jarring character death, many wondered if the show could actually carry on.
‘Dancing With the Stars: All-Stars’ Recap: Rydell High’s Accidental 60th Reunion
Well, kids, Pamela Anderson is gone, leaving behind a trail of bronzing gel, false eyelashes, and hairspray residue in her wake.
‘Supernatural’: Five Things to Know About Wednesday’s Premiere
After a tragically Impala-less summer for fans, and a torturously long year in Purgatory for Dean, the Winchester brothers are back — and, truth be told, they’re not exactly better than ever.
‘Homeland’ Premiere Post-Mortem: Creator Alex Gansa Says Carrie is ‘Turned On’ By Danger
Sunday night’s Homeland premiere took no time to push us right back into the spying, running, and scheming that we’ve come to expect from the Emmy-winning Showtime drama.
‘Homeland’ Season Premiere Recap: Carrie, Interrupted
Can we start things off by mentioning how September 30th was basically the night to premiere in 2012? Seriously – we got Revenge, The Good Wife, the 14th season of Dexter, and that cheap network version of American Horror Story.
‘Revenge’ Premiere Recap: Death Becomes Her
There seems to be a blueprint for a season premiere of Revenge. Beyond the obvious flash forward scene at the start of the Season 2 opener, the entire episode played out in a familiar fashion.
‘Dexter’ Recap: Welcome to the Game Changer
It’s felt like 800 years since we last saw our favorite murderer-with-a-heart-of-gold (OK, so maybe it’s just gold-plated or something. Shiny exterior, really, really bad interior). But in the world of Miami (People should really probably move away from there, huh? There’s like, definitely a lot of serial killers there, you guys), it’s been mere seconds. Which is a very, very good thing for us viewers.
‘The Amazing Race’ Recap: “The Best Way For Me to Beat the Communists Was to Play Ping-Pong”
Do you smell those funky foreign dishes wafting through the air? Can you hear a disgruntled spouse, friend, relative, or on-again (soon to be off-again) love interest screaming at their partner? Are PHIL’S EYEBROWS RAISED? Then it must be the start of a brand-new season of TV’s most edu-taining reality show, The Amazing Race!
Sesame Street’s ‘Birdwalk Empire’: Nucky’s a Ducky and More — VIDEO
The sheer number of Sesame Street obsessives that step to me on a daily basis with complaints on our lack of coverage on the show can rest easy today.
Bruno Mars, Christina Applegate Named As Upcoming ‘SNL’ Hosts
Good news Bruno Mars and Christina Applegate: Hosting Saturday Night Live can lead to some other pretty sweet gigs! While there’s no telling where being at the helm of an SNL episode will lead the “Just The Way You Are” singer and the Up All Night actress, both stars will make their way to the Studio 8H stage in the coming weeks.
Fun With Ratings: ‘Once Upon a Time’ Sees Fairy Tale Ratings
Once upon a time there was a second place network with dreams, yes dreams of being the princess in the castle. Well, thanks to a little fairy tale show called Once Upon a Time, those dreams may become a reality.
‘Once Upon a Time’ Recap: A Bewitching Beginning for Season 2
It’s finally here! Just in time for the most magical month of all, Once Upon a Time has returned to our lives and it was definitely worth the wait. Audiences received plenty of answers in the Season 2 premiere, but in true Storybrooke style, we were left with about a thousand more questions.
‘The Simpsons’ Season 24 Premiere: I Was Saying ‘Boo-Urns’
Full admission: I’m one of those fans of The Simpsons. You know the kind. Always crying about how the glory days of The Simpsons — they of the monorail episode and the pool episode and Homer’s atomic chili-induced spiritual quest episode — are long gone, and that the newer episodes are a crude shell of a once great and brilliant show.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: Bad Dreams, Bad Luck, Bad Italian
It looks as though Boardwalk Empire isn’t quite as done with Jimmy Darmody as we might have thought. Actor Michael Pitt is long gone — save for some Season 1 footage repurposed for flashbacks — but as of this week’s episode, the spirit of his character lives on quite vivaciously in the mind of Nucky Thompson.
A Devious Chat With the Stars of ‘666 Park Avenue’
Planning on watching 666 Park Avenue after Revenge tonight? Well, not to sound biased, but we think you should be.
A Devilish Deep Dive Into ‘666 Park Avenue’
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Fringe’ Premiere Recap: The Future Is Dark, and Really Crappy
It kind of goes without saying that a lot can happen in 21 years. Multiple wars with the Middle East can devastate entire nations, economies can collapse then recover then collapse again, boy band popularity can collapse then recover then collapse again, iPhones can be invented.
‘Homeland’ Creator Alex Gansa on Emmys & Being Less Than Six Degrees From Obama
We’re a little over 24 hours from the Season 2 premiere of Homeland and less than a week past the Emmys, during which the Showtime series swept the top drama awards, including Outstanding Actor, Outstanding Actress, and Outstanding Drama Series.
‘Fringe’: What You Need to Know Before the Final Season
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
Everything You Need to Know Before the Second Season of Emmy Darling ‘Homeland’
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Two and a Half Men’: The Michael Bolton Vibrator & 3 More Disturbing Jokes
Against all odds, Two and a Half Men has returned for a 10th season, with Emmy-winner Jon Cryer, Ashton Kutcher, and the occasional appearance by “the half’ Angus T. Jones delivering gross out humor that’s solidified the sitcom as one of the safest raunchy shows in modern TV history.
‘Glee’ Recap: Sexy Makeovers, Scandalous Kisses, and Sarah Jessica Parker!
This week’s episode of Glee was a complete and total whirlwind of emotions. From the shock of learning that McKinley High has a sewing club, to the excitement of seeing Carrie Bradshaw back in the Big Apple and the devastation of watching our favorite couples drift apart.
‘Last Resort’ Weaves a Complicated Web, But We’re Willing to Untangle It
I’ll admit it took me two viewings to get into ABC’s between-a-submarine-and-a-hard place drama, Last Resort. And that’s because it’s not a show that can be enjoyed passively. The first time around, I allowed for distractions.
The Ax Factor: ‘Vegas’ Is Lucky, ‘Go On’ Is Going Strong, and ‘Mob Doctor’ May Get Whacked
This week’s episode of Glee was a complete and total whirlwind of emotions. From the shock of learning that McKinley High has a sewing club, to the excitement of seeing Carrie Bradshaw back in the Big Apple and the devastation of watching our favorite couples drift apart.
Should You Watch ‘Made in Jersey’ Tonight? Maybe You Should
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Last Resort’ Isn’t Just a Submarine Show: We Take a Deep Dive (Dive, Dive!)
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Parks and Rec’ Recap: Mount Everest of the Mind
Leslie is gearing up for her first big City Council meeting and she’s as excited as a young lass with new shoes and an apple for the teacher on the first day of school. The first item on the agenda…
Prepare Yourself for the ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 9 Premiere
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘The X Factor’ Recap: A Very Special Episode
There’s a chance that Thursday night’s X Factor was secretly written by Nicholas Sparks. Along with showcasing a slew of talented singers, the episode — set in North Carolina — introduced a handful of tear-jerking back-stories.
‘X Factor’ Recap: Miss Independent
X Factor competes with American Idol in many not so subtle ways. It’s got the obvious: carbonated, sugary beverage sponsor, pop singers as judges, and Simon Cowell (who’d be a legitmate bragging point if the ratings were higher). But this week, they pulled out the big gun: bring on a famous person’s daughter.
Fun with Ratings: The Neighbors Wins The Night!
There are some things that ABC’s new aliens-next-door sitcom The Neighbors is: clever, interesting, and, after last night, well-rated. There is one thing it is not, however: funny.
‘Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday’: Round 2
Last week’s Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday featured visits from none other than Bill Hader’s wonderfully demented take on James Carville, impressive newbie Kate McKinnon’s waving, Beyoncé-loving Ann Romney, and — because no party would be complete without him — Drunk Uncle.
NeNe Leakes: Why ‘The New Normal’ Is Not Just ‘The Gay Show’
After a wildly entertaining guest stint on Glee as insult-hurling, Olympian-turned-swim-coach Roz Washington, Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes defied reality expectations and joined The New Normal as a regular, playing the wisecracking, fabulous Rocky.
‘Survivor’ Recap: Nobody Likes Blair
Sometimes the editing on Survivor gives away exactly what is going to happen in an episode and sometimes it tries to obfuscate what is actually going to happen so we might think there is some suspense that isn’t really there.
Watch Sarah Jessica Parker Give Kurt on ‘Glee’ a Job He Doesn’t Deserve
There is one new plot detail on the latest season of Glee I cannot abide: Kurt’s job at Vogue.com.
‘SOA’ Showrunner Kurt Sutter Wanted Fallen MC Member to ‘Go Out Like a Warrior’
Before most of us could recover from Tuesday’s brutal Sons of Anarchy episode, showrunner Kurt Sutter hopped on a call with journalists to help us work through all of our complicated emotions.
Fun With Ratings: ‘Vegas” Gamble Pays Off For CBS
What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, but what happens on Vegas stays on every television set in all of America.
‘It’s Always Sunny’ Promo: Haley Joel Osment Fights (As Mac) For a Comeback
For some series, the anticipation leading up to the season premiere is tortuous. For It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, it’s downright hilarious.
‘New Girl’ Recap: Three Men and a Katie
After nearly four-and-a-half months of being without the breakout comedy New Girl and enduring the pain of watching the deserving Max Greenfield lose at the Emmys on Sunday, Fox had mercy on us New Girl fans and presented not one, but two, new episodes to kick off Season 2.
‘Dancing With the Stars: All Stars’ Recap: Cheetahs and Sequins and Bieber, Oh My!
Dancing With The Stars wants so, so badly to be epic. Exhibit A: the bizarre, superhero-themed opening credits, which feature some stars (Shawn Johnson, Apolo Anton Ohno) showcasing their real-world talents, and others (ahem, Bristol Palin) looking kind of silly.
‘The Neighbors’: Scoop on TV’s Wackiest New Comedy
Sorry, every other show vying for this unique honor — one fall comedy clearly out-weirds you all. In fact, in terms of pure, out-of-this-world kookiness, the rest of you are lightyears away — because Dan Fogelman’s The Neighbors is probably one of the craziest pilots we’ve ever seen.
Death on ‘Sons of Anarchy’: Man, Was That Brutal
Sons of Anarchy fans, we had fair warning that we’d lose a major character in last night’s episode “Laying Pipe” (an allusion to how the episode’s victim would meet his end).
Get Ready for Tonight’s Alien Invasion on ‘The Neighbors’
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’: Race and Politics Edition
NBC’s The New Normal is a delightful show about a not very ordinary gay couple trying to have a surrogate daughter with a strange woman who has an oddball child and an unbelievably bigoted (and funny) grandmother.
‘The Voice’ Recap: That’ll Do, Pig
Welcome back to The Voice. This season’s blind auditions are nearing their end — with their teams all but filled, who will be the first coach to recruit golden-throated conjoined triplets and claim they only count as one performer? (It’s inevitable, people.)
‘Vegas’ Premiere Review: So Is It a Period Drama or a Crime Procedural?
The premiere episode of Vegas showcases its titular city at the dawn of its prosperity. The program is set in the early 1960s, finger on the trigger of the takeoff of Nevada’s lap of luxury.
The Dos and Don’ts of Dating from ‘The Mindy Project’
Meet Dr. Mindy Lahiri, you guys! She’s a sorta-disastrous-but-means-well OB/GYN who wants to have it all…and by ‘all’ we mean all the trappings of a romantic comedy.
‘Ben and Kate’ Premiere: A Strong High Five for the Heartwarming Series
Last year, the George Clooney-headlined The Descendants captured the attention of both theater-going audiences and a little gold man named Oscar for its heart-warming portrayal of a complicated family man in a complicated family situation.
Fun With Ratings: NBC Still Wins, Even With Competition
Last week, NBC was the top network in the country but that was mostly because no other network was airing new shows. That means NBC’s victory was sort of like being smarter than Snooki or skinnier than the cast of Here Comes Honey Boo Boo.
‘Ben and Kate’: What You Need to Know Before Watching Tonight’s Premiere
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
The CW Nabs Another Gold Medalist
My oh my, there is quite a plethora of casting scoop floating out there in the TV waters today. To make your dinner plans easier, we’ve thrown out our net and gathered them all up for you to enjoy.
‘The Mindy Project’: Everything To Know About Your New Favorite TV Rom-Com
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Premiere Recap: Lip Service
Just to remind everyone, this is the 14th season of Dancing With The Stars. That’s right. We’ve seen 13 different groups of celebrities awkwardly wiggle their hips for a shot at glory, and somehow we’re not over it yet.
‘Sons of Anarchy’: A Major Death! Let’s Rank the Characters’ Chances!
Sorry to be the bearers of bad news, Sons of Anarchy fans, but in case you haven’t heard, a major death will hit Charming, Calif. tonight.
‘The Voice’ Will Keep Singing for Two More Seasons, Gets New Judges
Fret no further about the uncertainty of a future with multiple nights a week spent in the company of Carson Daly. The Voice has been renewed for fourth and fifth cycles on NBC.
Hey Giirl, Whatcha Doin’? Prepping for ‘New Girl’ Before the Season Premiere, That’s What!
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower.
‘Revolution’ Recap: The Force Is With Us
Unless you’ve been living through your own personal blackout these past eight years, you’re at least tangentially familiar with the show Lost.
‘Dancing’ Backstage With Louis Van Amstel: Sabrina Bryan Was So Happy She Cried
Monday night marked the start of Dancing With the Stars‘ first ever All Star Season, but it was more than just a second chance at the Mirror Ball for one dancer.
Miley Cyrus Drops in on Ashton Kutcher on ‘Two and a Half Men’ — PHOTOS
Move over Charlie and Lindsay, there’s a new media frenzy darling on-screen odd couple in town. And it’s on Sheen’s old stomping grounds, no less.
‘How I Met Your Mother’ Season Premiere: We’ve Finally Found the New ‘Lost’
Eight hundred fifty-five days ago, Lost ended. I know, you’re here to read about How I Met Your Mother — we’ll get to that, but just like both shows in question, it will take a little time.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Ain’t That Some Shhh?
Over the weekend, while visiting my boyfriend’s parents (both from Hong Kong), I watched my first episode of The Voice of China. Why? Because this is a 24-hour job, people.
Leanne’s Spoiler List: What’s Next for Leonard and Penny on ‘Big Bang’?
Oh hey! You’re back? Nice. Let’s get straight to it. I’ve got a stellar line-up in this week’s Spoiler List for all you TV obsessers out there.
‘New Girl’ Zooey Deschanel on Her Emmy Chances and Bad News for Nick-Jess Shippers
Who’s that girl? It’s Zooey Deschanel, who hopped on a conference call with reporters to tease the season premiere of New Girl. Of course, being that the real-life counterpart to our beloved Jess is up for an Emmy on Sunday, the topic of her chances and her speech came up.
‘How I Met Your Mother’ Premiere: What Does Our Magic-8 Ball Reveal About Barney and Robin?
While the majority of viewers still tune in to How I Met Your Mother every Monday night to finally find out just who the elusive “Mother” is, there are some of us out there — ahem, me — who tune in for Barney (Neil Patrick Harris) and Robin (Cobie Smulders).
Everything You Need to Know Before Watching CBS’ New Comedy ‘Partners’
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘How I Met Your Mother’: Preparing for Barney and Robin’s Wedding
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Recap: Welcome Home, Eli
Over the course of Boardwalk Empire’s second season, we witnessed the periodic destruction of one character to a degree much greater than that of any other.
‘Saturday Night Live’: Joseph Gordon-Levitt Lets Loose
Last week, Seth MacFarlane let it be known that the premiere episode was going to be all about the boys. From the juvenile jokes to skits on President Barack Obama and Ryan Lochte (hell Jeah!), it was a true boys-only club kind of a night.
Neil Patrick Harris Talks the End for ‘How I Met Your Mother’
The big question for How I Met Your Mother fans has always been, When are we going to meet the “mother”? But according to Neil Patrick Harris, the bigger question is whether the series will end before we get a chance to meet her.
‘Parks and Recreation’ Recap: Twinkle Twinkle Big Star
When we last saw Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) at the end of Parks and Recreation‘s fourth season, she was sliding her portrait into the wall of City Council Members amid thunderous applause and plenty of tears.
‘Glee’ Recap: Breakdowns, Brothers, and Britney 2.0
Wow. A lot has changed in the world of Glee since our TV screens were rocked by the first Britney Spears-inspired episode two years ago.
‘X Factor’ Recap: Seeing Fire and Rain
Previously, on The X Factor: An innocent panda bear was rushed to the hospital. A contestant let us know that she wasn’t there to make friends. Simon Cowell got sick. Talent was discovered, maybe.
What Happened to the ‘Up All Night’ We Loved?
Plenty of sitcoms change their course after their first seasons. 30 Rock tightened up its form and got rid of Rachel Dratch playing a whole host of characters, Family Matters enlisted Urkel to go from a family comedy to a giant excuse for him to drop his signature catch phrase, and even The New Girl relied less on Jess and more on her breakout roommates.
Stephen Colbert on ‘The Office’ Causes Increase in A Cappella Jokes
The final season of The Office is almost here and it looks like NBC is pulling out all the stops. Dunder Mifflin boss Ed Helms will be reuniting with another one of his former Daily Show colleagues later this season.
‘Survivor’ Recap: The Facts of Life
You take the sick, you take the poor / You take them both and they’re here for / The game of Survivor, the game of Survivor / There’s a time Jeff Probst has to go and host / And tell the tribes to jump off a boat on / The game of Survivor, the game of Survivor.
‘The X Factor’ Recap: Trouble, Trouble, Trouble, Trouble
Previously, on The X Factor: L.A. Reid got out of his chair. A mentally unstable Britney Spears fanatic had his life ruined on national television. Simon Cowell ogled someone’s butt. Talent was discovered, maybe.
‘Last Resort’ EPs on ‘Lost’ Comparisons & Scott Speedman’s Romantic Potential
You may know of ABC’s new fall drama Last Resort as “That Submarine Show” or “The One With Ben from Felicity,” but once you see the pilot episode, your notions of whittling it down to such a narrow scope will be squashed.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Let’s Stay Together, Cee Lo and Christina
After the news broke that Usher and Shakira are set to substitute for Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera on Season 4 of The Voice, I sat down to watch last night’s episode with a keen sense of separation anxiety.
‘Parks and Recreation’: What You Need to Know Before Returning to Pawnee
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday’: Let’s Get Political!
Sure, the race for the Presidency technically started when Commander-in-Chief Barack Obama and GOP candidate Mitt Romney accepted their nominations from their respective parties, but as far as we’re concerned, the race really begins when The Daily Show and Saturday Night Live get started in on the fun.
‘Glee’: Lea Michele and Darren Criss Dish on Season 4 Shake-Ups
From an outsider’s perspective, people must think that Glee has some seriously strange character names: Finchel, Brittana, Klaine, Wemma etc. But to the lucky millions few in the loop, we know that these names represent our favorite relationships.
‘Community’ Casts James Brolin as Jeff’s Father
“TV’s the best dad there is. TV never came home drunk. TV never forgot me at the zoo. TV never abused and insulted me… unless you count Cop Rock.”
‘Ben and Kate’: Details on Season 1’s Romantic Guest Stars
Fox’s Tuesday night lineup is mostly about girl power, what with The Mindy Project and Zooey Deschanel’s New Girl, but they aren’t the only ones facing a road full of romantic entanglements.
NBC is Number One! 15 Things That Were True Last Time the Peacock Was On Top
It seemed unlikely after the network spent a decade muddling around in fourth place, but NBC is on top. That’s right, the network has been, for the moment, at the top of the ratings block in the 18-49 demographic for the past two weeks, thanks to The Voice, Revolution‘s spectacular debut ratings (11.7 million viewers), and better-than-expected numbers for both The New Normal and Go On.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’: Baby Clothes Edition
NBC’s The New Normal is a delightful show about a not very ordinary gay couple trying to have a surrogate daughter with a strange woman who has an oddball child and an unbelievably bigoted (and funny) grandmother.
‘SNL’ Promos: Joseph Gordon-Levitt Will Cut Himself in Half
Joseph Gordon-Levitt has proved he will do anything for our viewing pleasure. Sing, dance, sport an uncomfortably bad hairstyle for an impressive amount of time. So we only expect to see his penchant for entertainment to continue during his Saturday Night Live hosting stint this Saturday.
‘Revolution’ Really Needs to Rally the Troops
Revolution is not Lost. Yes, they share J.J. Abrams as a producer, and they’re both big mysterious dramas with a multi-racial(ish) cast, but there is no way that Revolution is going to take the crown of “the new Lost” that everyone has been squabbling over since Jack first woke up on that beach with a flaming plane.
‘The Mob Doctor’: Sadly, An Offering You Can Refuse
For four seasons, Jordana Spiro headlined TBS’ My Boys, an underrated comedy with a genre-defying female heroine that proved to TV audiences (no matter how small) that women are more than just shoes and pratfalls.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Stupid Cupid
Welcome to The Voice, the reality singing competition show that’s done for chairs what La-Z-Boy did for music. Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, and Cee Lo Green are back to duke it out in the fourth installment of season three’s blind auditions.
‘Vampire Diaries’ Sneak Peek at the New Elena: This Is What Vampire Babies Look Like — VIDEO
It’s not quite October yet, but the CW is keeping Vampire Diaries fans baited and ready to go. Their latest offering comes in the form of brand new clip from the Season 4 premiere, in which Elena wakes up in her new form: vampire.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Season 3 Premiere: Jimmy, We Miss You Already
That Bobby Cannavale was so much nicer on Will & Grace. When the last season of Boardwalk Empire closed out with a bullet to the head of Jimmy Darmody — the character whom many considered to be the backbone of the HBO series — fans felt more or less unconvinced that the show could carry on with the same weight or emotional investment it had managed through its first two years on air.
‘Revolution’ Baddie Giancarlo Esposito on Life as a Post-Apocalyptic Villain
NBC’s big night has finally arrived: Revolution — Eric Kripke and J.J. Abrams’ epic, ambitious, post-apocalyptic tale — will premiere at 10 p.m. Thank God we all have TVs so we can watch it, because in the Revolution world, they don’t.
‘Glee’ First Look: Heather Morris Performs “Hold It Against Me”
“If I said I want your body now, would you hold it against me?” Britney/Brittany is back and (dare we say it?) she is better than ever.
Leanne’s Spoiler List: Will Finchel Get Back Together?
Hello, it’s very nice to meet you! (Leanne awkwardly curtsies) I am here for two simple reasons: I love TV and I’m very impatient. I’m so impatient that I don’t want to have to wait to find out what’s “coming up next week… ” on my TV.
Everything You Need to Know Before Watching NBC’s ‘Revolution’
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Mob Doctor’: What You Need to Know Before Watching Jordana Spiro’s New Series
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Mob Doctor’ Jordana Spiro Teases Gnarly Surgeries & Romantic Complications
While House fans may be mourning the loss of their beloved, cantankerous hero now that the series has ended, Fox has a plan for filling the Monday night void left by the long-running medical drama: The Mob Doctor.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Returns: A Deep Dive
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating. With dozens of new and returning shows hitting our small screens, we know we have some big choices to make.
TV Tidbits: ‘New Girl’ Jess Gets Celebrity Parents
New Girl: Have you ever wondered about the two human beings that created the unnaturally adorkable hot mess known simply as Jess? Well, wonder no more — New Girl has cast Rob Reiner and Jamie Lee Curtis as Jess’ folks for an upcoming Thanksgiving episode.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Recap: Seth MacFarlane Gets Laughs
It was appropriate that last night’s new season of Saturday Night Live premiered right smack in the middle of the presidential election season. Because just like in politics, where sure, you have a Hillary Clinton or Condoleezza Rice, it’s really all about the guys.
Just What Are the ‘Revenge’ Characters Thinking About In These Crazy Pics?
Every show on television rounds up its cast every year and takes a bunch of press photos for the coming season. They are often bland glamor shots, or ridiculous poses of sitcom stars hovering under the same umbrella (think the classic Seinfeld shot).
‘Glee’ Recap: Newbies, New Problems, and New York
Alright, Gleeks — before we get started I need to clarify something for you. We all know that there are plenty of other Glee recaps out there in the interwebs, but this is what make Hollywood.com’s version so different: I love this show.
‘The Voice’ Shockingly Defeats ‘The X Factor’ in the Ratings
Roe Vs. Wade, Godzilla Vs. Mothra, Coke Vs. Pepsi, Britney Vs. Christina: these are the great rivalries of our day and one was finally decided last night when Britney Spears made her debut on Fox’s The X Factor and Christina Aguilera continued to show off her voluptuousness on NBC’s The Voice.
‘X Factor’ Premiere: You Can’t Be Pretty AND Talented
Previously, on The X Factor: Steve Jones disappeared without a trace. A giant, neon “X” fell from the sky and exploded onto the streets on Manhattan, killing thousands. Britney Spears’ troubled, possibly drug-addicted old duet parter Don Philip was painfully exploited for the sake of good TV. L.A. Reid danced in his chair.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Domo Arigato
Yesterday was my birthday, and I celebrated in the same way I have since I was a little girl: by spending an intimate evening with Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Blake Shelton, and Adam Levine.
‘X Factor’ Ratings Dip Again: America Doesn’t Want Talent?
America might have talent… but it seems fewer and fewer Americans want to see it. One day after posting middling Season 2 premiere ratings, The X Factor dipped 6 percent from its Wednesday premiere, attracting just 3.1/0 despite the massive star power of judge Britney Spears.
‘X Factor’ Premiere: It’s Britney (And She’s Kind of A) Bitch
I don’t know if the last nine months has been nearly enough time for me to recover from the severe physical and mental damage I suffered covering season one of The X Factor, but, well, here we are.
The Least Normal Things About ‘The New Normal’
NBC’s The New Normal is a delightful show about a not very ordinary gay couple trying to have a surrogate daughter with a strange woman who has an oddball child and an unbelievably bigoted (and funny) grandmother.
‘Glee’ Returns: A Deep Dive
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating.
‘Guys With Kids’ Teaches Us New Uses for Children
On Wednesday night, the new Jimmy Fallon-produced situation comedy Guys with Kids premiered on NBC — the most appropriate network, really, since the episode could have doubled as a very handy “The More You Know” PSA segment.
Mike Ehrmantraut is Going to Be a Dad on ‘Parks and Recreation’
So you tell us, answer-man; did you ever imagine seeing Mike Ehrmantraut in Pawnee, Indiana? Well, television fans can now die in peace knowing that two of the best television shows on the air right now are sharing actors.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Returns with Record Ratings High
The gang from Sons of Anarchy certainly go on some wild rides, and they’re recruiting fans by the season. According to The Hollywood Reporter, if anyone had any doubts about FX’s most-watched in network history series, it succeeded in achieving a new record in ratings for the season five premiere.
CBS Tries to Save Its Sunday Schedule, but It’s Still Too Crowded
There is nothing worse than sitting down at your DVR to watch Alicia Florrick mug the courtroom on The Good Wife and instead seeing a pair of color-coded reality contestants running across an exotic location. Yes, once again, it seems football has run rough shod over CBS’ Sunday night schedule, screwing with the timing of all of our favorite shows.
‘X Factor’: Five Things You Need to Know
It’s here. It’s here. It’s finally here! After months of anticipation, the night where everyone finds out if Britney Spears can do live television has finally arrived. Well, SPOILER ALERT: Hollywood.com attended the X Factor premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood last night — and we can confirm that she totally can.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Mackenzie Bourg and the Cockatoo of Secrets
Welcome back to The Voice, your favorite reality singing competition that isn’t The X Factor, or American Idol, or Eurovision. I heard Maroon 5’s “Payphone” no less than seven times during my commute yesterday, which I knew was divine evidence that either a) Adam would have a great night or b) I should probably update my presets. Let’s see what happens.
‘SNL’ Promos: Is That Seth MacFarlane’s Real Voice?
For as many highly visible projects as Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane has his very busy hands in, he’s somewhat of a man of mystery. And finally, on Saturday Night Live‘s season premiere, we might get a few answers.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Premiere: The Boys are Back — But Not For Long?
The words “riding through this world, all alone” have never been more true for Sons of Anarchy‘s Jax Teller (Charlie Hunnam). At the end of last season, new President Jax found himself lying to the entire club (and his family) to maintain a deal he never signed up for with the CIA — whose cartel double agent (Danny Trejo) needed the Sons to help them nail their IRA connections.
What if ‘Girls’ Were on Fox?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks?
‘Go On’: The World’s First Sitdram
Tuesday night marked the NBC premiere of the network’s new sitcom Go On, which really meant the second episode of the show, since the pilot debuted on Hulu over the summer, and on television several times since its mid-Olympics debut.
The First 20 Minutes of ‘Homeland’ Are Jam Packed With Action
There are trailers and there are trailers. Not happy to just give you a flimsy preview of the second season of TV’s twistiest show, Showtime has released the first 20 minutes of the Season 2 premiere of Homeland for your viewing pleasure.
Fall 2012’s Biggest DVR Dilemmas: Which Shows Will You Choose?
TV lovers are lucky these days. We’ve got this handy dandy invention called the DVR that makes it possible to be in two places at once. It’s like a television time machine. But, as with any technology, when the honeymoon period is over we start to see the blemishes: mainly the fact that the hallowed DVR cannot record more than two programs at a time.
What if ‘Dexter’ Were on Vh1?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks?
‘The New Normal’: A Deep Dive
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating. With dozens of new and returning shows hitting our small screens, we know we have some big choices to make.
‘The Voice’ Premiere Recap: “Hey, Soul Sibling”
Last night, The Voice returned for its third season premiere on NBC. Meanwhile, somewhere in Beverly Hills, Simon Cowell pouted for two hours straight. The Voice’s blind auditions are like speed dating, except your would-be partner refuses to look at you and insists on sitting in something that a James Bond villain would have his teeth cleaned in.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Adds 3 Chicago Comedians to Cast
Many Saturday Night Live fans fear that the upcoming season of NBC’s sketch comedy program will feature a palpable void, thanks to the loss of stars like Abby Elliott, Andy Samberg, and (here’s the really tough break) Kristen Wiig.
‘The Voice’ Ratings Are Down, But Cee Lo and Co. Are Still First
You will not believe this: The Voice‘s premiere ratings are down 68 percent since its Season 2 premiere. That’s insane, right? Well. If you’re only looking at the math, it’s bananas. But, if you look at a few external factors (like Season 2’s incredible lead-in: The most-watched Super Bowl broadcast ever) it’s clear that The Voice’s Season 2 premiere numbers got a bit of an unnatural boost.
‘Glee’ Releases Full ‘Call Me Maybe’ Performance
You love “Call Me Maybe.” Just man up and admit it. Next, admit that you can’t get enough of the ridiculously adorable Corgi version of the song. It’s probably the cutest thing ever. Naturally, this canine version is the standard any subsequent cover has to compete with. So, now that Glee has released its cover of the unbelievably huge hit song, it must undergo the comparison to the gold(en) standard.
‘Glee’ Season 4: 10 Things You Need to Know About the Premiere
Wow. Just wow. The season opener of Glee just finished, and I’m now ordering flowers and candy for my computer as a thank you for playing me those 45 minutes and 23 seconds of pure joy. It’s good you guys, it really is.
‘The Voice’ Shows ‘X Factor’ Some Teeth
Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid and the rest of the X Factor gang couldn’t have been happy when The Voice announced their first-ever fall season — the much-beloved, “mentor” driven show has been NBC’s (only) ratings behemoth since its April 2011 premiere, and it had previously only been Idol’s problem.
What if ‘Breaking Bad’ Were on Discovery Channel?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks? How would the show change?
OMSG, It’s a New ‘Gossip Girl’ Preview!
We’ve got one more season with the Upper East Side elites that collectively inhabit the CW show Gossip Girl, and they are not going gently into that good night, my friends. The new preview for the show features the guilty pleasure aspects of the show fans know, love, and obsess over. Just look at this one-minute promo and you’ll see it all
‘Once Upon a Time’ Teases Mulan and Sleeping Beauty — TRAILER
Winter is comi— oh wait, that’s Game of Thrones. The Winterfell-esque theme music from the latest trailer for Season 2 of Once Upon a Time threw us for a loop for a second there. Actually, magic is coming.
‘New Girl’: What’s in Store for Season 2?
A group of quirky, attractive late twentysomethings living together in a trendy urban setting. It’s an M.O. that’s nothing short of standard in the sitcom world. So how does one take a familiar premise and turn it into something that feels fresh and exciting?
‘The Office’ Final Season Premiere Pics!
Just like a work Christmas party where everyone is a little too drunk, The Office comes back for its final season premiere Thursday, September 20, on NBC. If you don’t know the deal with Dunder Mifflin by now, then where the hell have you been for the past nine years?
Chris Zylka is Cut from ‘American Horror Story’
Hey Secret Circle fans! If you were hoping the dashing Chris Zylka would grace your TV screens again this fall, then we suggest you avert your eyes. Everyone else can read on for some giggle-worthy scoop. The Amazing Spider-Man star was scheduled to appear in the highly-anticipated second season of American Horror Story for a two-episode arc.
‘Glee’ Does Britney, Baby, One More Time — PICS
Oh baby, baby! Even though the new season of Glee hasn’t premiered yet, we’re already obsessing looking forward to the second episode. What makes this episode so special, you may ask? It’s Britney, bitch! Whip out your best schoolgirl skirt, crop top, and fuzzy hair accessories because Glee is once again channeling the Princess of Pop, Britney Spears
‘Idol’ Offers Enrique Iglesias a Judging Spot
Unless you’ve been living under a pop culture-resistant rock (which sounds nice — please invite me next time), you are well aware of the fact that Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, and Randy Jackson have all abandoned the almighty American Idol judges’ table, our modern day equivalent of Mount Olympus.
What if ‘Game of Thrones’ Were on MTV?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks?
‘Big Bang’ Promo: Will Sheldon Say That Four-Letter Word to Amy?
Sheldon Cooper is not one to express… um… well… anything, really. Emotions are a tricky landscape for everyone’s favorite socially inept scientist. And that’s why his romantic (if you can call it that) relationship with Amy Farrah Fowler on CBS’ The Big Bang Theory is so perplexing. How could this cardboard model of emotions last?
‘Vampire Diaries’ Trailer: Vampire Elena’s Dying?
We may have to wait until Oct. 11 to get back to Mystic Falls, but the people at the CW are determined to make that month as painful as Elijah’s conspicuous absence from the series. The Vampire Diaries has released its first decent trailer for Season 4, and by decent, I mean full of teasery greatness.
Frances Conroy Returns to ‘American Horror Story’
She’s ba-ack! Frances Conroy, who played the elder half of the sexually charged maid Moira, will return for season two alongside other season one vets Jessica Lange, Evan Peters, Lily Rabe, Zachary Quinto, and Sarah Paulson. Murphy tweeted that the actress would play “the ultimate angel.”
‘Parks and Rec’ Blooper Reel: Andy Loves No. 2
Yesterday was a glorious day for Parks and Recreation fans, as the DVD for season four was released. Finally, we can bask in the glory of a brilliant Paul Rudd story arc, Leslie Knope’s bid for political greatness, and more. Often what’s even more fun than re-watching the season we loved, is checking out the bevy of behind-the-scenes goodies that often accompany–especially if bloopers are involved.
‘White Collar’ Sneak Peek: Neal Gets a Big Clue — EXCLUSIVE
As we creep towards the close of the season, things are getting tense on White Collar and Neal is getting closer to unveiling the truth about his past. In Hollywood.com’s exclusive clip from tonight’s episode, “Ancient History,” Neal (Matthew Bomer) finds a big clue that could lead him in the right direction.
What If ‘Parks and Rec’ Were on CNN?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks? How would the show change?
What If ‘Louie’ Were on The CW?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks? How would the show change?
‘Walking Dead’ Key Art: This Looks Familiar…
We’re just over a month away from the return of AMC’s The Walking Dead, and we’re looking straight down the barrel of the highly anticipated prison story line. Naturally, AMC’s key art for Season 3 looks to get us all riled up — just in time to make this next month downright painful.
‘American Horror Story,’ ‘It’s Always Sunny,’ Premieres Set
As the leaves change color and the air turns cooler, we can’t help but feel depressed. Not because we’re leaving beaches and BBQs behind, but because we remember series like Louie are not long for our television screens. Yes, we’ll have to cope with waiting up to a year for the return of some of our favorite FX summer series — but, never fear, my friends. Because the Paddy’s Pub gang cometh.
‘Glee’ Sneak Peeks: Lea Michele on Finchels Fate
Stop whatever you’re doing right now, because we have a present for you. Yes, you! FOX has just released two brand new Glee previews and we went ahead and packed them into a box and wrapped ‘em up with a pretty little bow. We hope these videos make you squeal with delight as much as we did!
New ‘Fringe’ Promo: The Observers Torture Walter
Okay, Fringe, now we’re angry — we forgave you for erasing Peter Bishop from everyone’s collective memory, which ultimately led to countless broken hearts and frustration over losing three seasons’ worth of quality relationship-bulding. We even forgave you when you introduced the alterna-characters, only to cruelly take them away forever once we finally started to like them.
What if ‘Downton Abbey’ Were on CBS?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks? How would the show change?
‘Family Guy’ Scoop: Expect Hookers and Jon Hamm
It seems today that all you see is violence in movies and sex on TV, but where are those good old-fashioned values on which we used to rely? Luckily, Family Guy returns to our lives in less than a month! We’ve desperately missed the FOX animated hit, so to help stop this Buzz Killington of a hiatus, we’ve gathered details on five — yes, five — upcoming Family Guy episodes.
Create Your Own Adventure: ‘HIMYM’!
For years now, you’ve allowed yourself to play audience to one of the most iconic love stories of our time: a love story between Ted Mosby and… some woman, I guess. Since How I Met Your Mother first aired back in 2005, fans have been strung along by the promise that someday, maybe, we’ll find out who the hell Ted gets married to and has kids with.
Fall TV Calendar: See All the Series’ Premieres!
Labor Day is approaching, and that means it is the end of summer. Gosh, that makes me so sad. The only consolation I have is that the fall TV schedule will be starting in no time. Some of the shows have already premiered (remember when Animal Practice took over the Olympics?) but the rollout really starts September 10. But even that means no more late sunsets, barbecues, and Fridays leaving the office early.
What if ‘Revenge’ Were on HBO?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks?
‘Glee’ First Look: Breaking Down the Portraits!
25,140. Do you know what that ridiculously large number is? 25,140 is the amount of minutes we gleeks need to endure until we are reunited with out beloved characters. It’s practically a lifetime! To help pass the time that you would normally spend YouTube-ing your favorite season three performances (ahem, Nationals) we’ve got your first glimpse at the new Glee portraits!
‘SNL’: Seth MacFarlane, JGL, Daniel Craig to Host
Live from New York… it’s Seth MacFarlane. NBC announced on Wednesday morning that the man responsible for Family Guy will now helm the Season 38 premiere of Saturday Night Live. It will mark the first time the Comedy Central Roast Master, who had a huge summer hit with the unexpected comedy smash Ted, will host the show.
‘DWTS’: A Chat with the 13th All-Star!
After a month of hardcore campaigning, the votes are in for the second most important election of the year! It was up to America to vote for the final all-star who will dance alongside Pamela Anderson, Bristol Palin, and many others in the 15th season of Dancing with The Stars. And the 13th spot belongs to…
What if ‘Two and a Half Men’ Were on TLC?
Our favorite shows feel perfect for their respective networks: The nude-friendly Game of Thrones is a tried-and-true HBO series, the tortoise-slow Mad Men fits AMC’s intelligent and patient viewers, and The Big Bang Theory never met a laugh track CBS didn’t like. But what if those series appeared on different networks?
‘The X Factor’: A Deep Dive
Over the next few months, we’ll see new series soar, old series sour, and so much Jersey Shore madness, we’ll want to shower. Let’s face it: The Fall TV season is intimidating. With dozens of new and returning shows hitting our small screens, we know we have some big choices to make.
‘Boardwalk Empire’ Trailer: Meet Nucky’s New Enemy
“Well, that takes care of that!” thought an elated Nucky Thompson at the end of Boardwalk Empire‘s second season. “From here on out, everything is going to be smooth sailing.” With Jimmy out of the picture, Nucky is a free man. His arch nemesis and biggest threat has been set to rest, which means that nothing and nobody will stand in his way to affluence, power, and happiness. Apparently, Nucky has never heard of cast expansions.
‘The Voice’: Coaches’ Style — EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
As someone who has attended nearly every live performance show taped on a Hollywood lot, I can verify that The Voice has something special — every night the vibe and the aesthetic are completely different, and it pays off with some insane audience energy.
‘Community’: 8 New Clips!
It was a warm September afternoon in suburban Colorado. The Greendale Community College campus was abuzz with the fresh faces of anger-prone divorcees seeking redemption, and high school dropouts trying to get their lives back on track. The palm trees rustled with a hint of this-is-clearly-filmed-in-Californianity. Love was in the air. Not the fleeting, ego-driven love that exists between men like Jeff Winger and women like Britta Perry, but a more lasting, substantial, beautiful love.
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Promo: Who Lives?
Remember that awful plane crash last season that left the cast of Grey’s Anatomy in a state of disastrous, woodsy despair (yet oddly enough left Meredith unscathed and uninjured long enough that she had time to find a perfectly-sized walking stick)? The Season 9 opener of ABC’s long-running medical drama promises to pick up from exactly where it left off in Season 8 — or at least that’s what we gather from the just-released promo for the show’s September premiere.
Utah Station Bans ‘The New Normal’
Salt Lake City’s famous NBC affiliate KSL is at it again. Last year they banned The Playboy Club for being too titillating for its viewers (really, it should have been banned for being a smudge on the good reputation of the Playboy Bunny). Now the station has banned The New Normal, Ryan Murphy’s new sitcom about a gay couple, the woman they hire to carry their surrogate baby, Ellen Barkin as her conservative grandmother, and NeNe Leakes as…well, NeNe Leakes.
New ‘Glee’ Poster: Where’s Quinn?
Quick! Sound the alarm! Something is off in the Gleeniverse! Well, the news isn’t all bad, really: a new promo was released (thanks to a Twitter-happy Ryan Murphy) showing off the season four cast in all its glory. This is obviously very exciting as it shows all the returning kids (and some newbies. Gleebies?), as well as a playful old road sign pointing to different places.
‘DWTS: All Stars’: Let’s Judge Them By Their Photos!
e know that your mom is very excited for Dancing with the Stars: All Stars, even though she, like the rest of us, can’t figure out why it’s not called Dancing with the All Stars, but whatever. We’re excited. And when we get excited about something, we want to talk about it. Today, the show gave us a chance to judge some of the couples based on their pictures for the show.
Since When Did Fox Become a Girl’s Best Friend?
When you think of Fox you think of many things. You might think of its early, edgy shows like Married with Children, In Living Color, Cops, or The Simpsons. You might think of its outrageous reality experiments like When Animals Attack, Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire, or Joe Millionaire.
Gloria Estefan Will (Probably) Return to ‘Glee’ — EXCLUSIVE
There are only a few things we really want out of life. The first is a music player that can read your mind to always give you the perfect song. The second is calorie-free brownies and cupcakes. And the third is for Gloria Estefan to return to Glee as Santana’s (Naya Rivera) sassy yet sweet mama Maribel Lopez. Welp, looks like one of our wishes is coming true — but this one definitely does not involve frosting.
TV Tidbits: Bieber Visits Springfield!
The Simpsons: It’s a rite of passage for any major Hollywood star to visit Springfield, especially one who wasn’t even alive when TV’s most famous fictional town was born. Justin Bieber will play himself on an upcoming episode of The Simpsons, where he will spar with Bart when he is denied entrance to a talent show.
‘Sons of Anarchy’: Jimmy Smits Rides Into Season 5
Sons of Anarchy must have made a deal with the guest star devil. The series consistently pulls in amazing temporary cast members like Danny Trejo, Henry Rollins, Joel McHale, and at the start of Season 5, Jimmy Smits of NYPD Blue fame. There’s really nothing this FX series can’t do.
What Is Walter White Doing At ‘The Office’?
Bears, beets, Battlestar Galactica and… Breaking Bad? What in the world is Walter White (aka Bryan Cranston) doing on Dwight Schrute (aka Rainn Wilson)’s lap? Are the boys expanding their business out to Scranton, PA? Free meth on the set of The Office? Has Walter decided to go clean and sell paper instead?
‘Survivor’ 25: Meet the Castaways!
It’s about that time again, Survivor fans: the castaways for the new season (the 25th!) have been revealed, so let the preliminary judgment of people we’ve never met before… begin! Every time a new Survivor tribe (or in this case, three tribes) hits the media for their first public debut, there are a handful of questions that everyone wants to know. Who are the hotties? Who are the weirdos? Who are the returning players?
‘Fringe’ Season 5 Promo: They’re Coming… (For Peter and Olivia)
They’re it’s coming! The fifth and (unfortunately) final season of Fox’s cult favorite Fringe is set to debut on Friday, Sept. 28, with the strangely titled episode “Transilience Thought Unifier Model-11.” Though, really, it’s not all that strange when you consider season 5’s premise: 24 years in the future, the Fringe team (along with an adult version of Peter and Olivia’s daughter, Etta) will have to battle a mysterious group of bald guys called Observers, who have been on the show’s periphery since season 1.
