Fall 2011 TV Shows - What I will be watching
Over the next month, is what the US TV Networks consider the start of their Fall Schedule, often this is when most of the dramas you have come to know and love start (NCIS, Friends, etc.).
So, I figured this would be a perfect time to look at, and discuss what shows I will be keeping an eye on during 2011-2012's Fall Schedule
The following are listed in alphabetic order, and are the shows that I will make an effort to watch at least the first few episodes of, and more if they turn out to actually be okay.
It is not uncommon that some of these series may even be pulled before that many episodes have aired. The network are getting better at picking what will succeed and what won't... but there is room for failure).
If you have any shows you think are worth watching, let me know via Twitter - @pwae.
Boss
Overview: Mayor of Chicago, Kelsey Grammer, has been diagnosed with a neurological disorder and tries to plot his way to become the Governor of Illinois, while keeping his disorder a secret.
My thoughts: This is one I consider on the edge. If it stays on my to watch list for very long at all, will be a miracle. Giving it a chance.
More information: Boss on Wikipedia and Boss Trailer on Omelete (The video is available on Youtube, but only if you are in the U.S.).
Charlie's Angels
Overview: You know this drill, 3 girls, 1 guy and a voice on the end of a speaker box.
My thoughts: Remakes don't always go well, especially when the previous was such a hit (It worked for Hawaii Five-O didn't it?). Best of luck to these guys, they are going to need it.
More information: Charlie's Angels on Wikipedia and Charlie's Angels on Youtube.
Grimm
Overview: Cop Drama, where all the crimes relate back to a Grimm Brothers Story Tale (e.g. Little Red Riding Hood).
My thoughts: Has potential, but another TV Network has a story with almost the exact same story basis. Which one will be better?
More information: Grimm on Wikipedia and Grimm on Youtube.
Homeland
Overview: A lost at war spy, is found during a raid of another enemy site during another war conflict. He is bought home to be a hero, but some people think he has been turned, and is now a spy for the enemy.
My thoughts: Plot looks solid, and the trailer draws you in. Showtime have a history of having good shows around topics like this. (e.g. Sleeper Cell). Here's hoping it lives up to what's been hyped.
More information: Homeland on Wikipedia and Homeland on Youtube.
How to Be a Gentleman
Overview: Based on the non-fiction book by John Bridges, a comedic look at being a Gentlemen in the 21st Century with a story around it.
My thoughts: It's hard to find a real plot outline for this on the Internet. So let's just say, it's a comedy and hopefully funny. Probably won't last, unless it really hits the funny bone constantly.
More information: How to Be a Gentleman on Wikipedia and How to Be a Gentleman on Youtube.
I Hate My Teenage Daughter
Overview: Two mothers who are trying to make sure their daughters aren't turning into the type of girls that tormented them at High School. But they slowly realise, they haven't done it all right.
My thoughts: Should be a good comedy, staring Jaime Pressly from My Name is Earl. The trailer sells it well, and I think it will last for a few seasons at least. Then again, maybe we are too overdone with family comedies?
More information: I Hate My Teenage Daughter on Wikipedia and I Hate My Teenage Daughter on Youtube.
Last Man Standing
Overview: Tim Allen comes to realise the world is being overtaken by Women, and no longer is it a Man's World, it's a Women's World, especially with his wife and three daughters.
My thoughts: Tim the Toolman Taylor is back on TV! While he is going to be a big draw card for the Show, the show seems like a lot of the story line could be right from Home Improvement. Potential, at least 1 season, maybe 2.
More information: Last Man Standing on Wikipedia and Last Man Standing on Youtube.
Man Up
Overview: Three guys, who still want to be kids, decide it's time they grow up and act their age. But that's not as easy as you think.
My thoughts: I do love the opening to the trailer. If the rest of the show is like that, there is a chance of a season out of it. If it's not, gone before the first season is over.
More information: Man Up on Wikipedia and Man Up on Youtube.
New Girl
Overview: Zooey plays a well-liked, fun and cute woman in her late 20's. She unfortunately she had a sudden break-up with her boyfriend and is now looking for a new place to stay. She finds a place with 3 guys...
My thoughts: Like most of these shows, it has a lot of potential, and has already been nominated as one of the great new series for 2011. I hope it lasts, as I am dying to watch it after the trailer.
More information: New Girl on Wikipedia and New Girl on Youtube.
Once Upon a Time
Overview: Classic fairy tales come to life, but in the present day in the town of Storybrooke.
My thoughts: Remember how I said two networks had done TV Shows that sounded the same? Yep. this is the other one. Again, which one will actually be half-decent.
More information: Once Upon a Time on Wikipedia and Once Upon a Time on Youtube.
Penn & Teller: Tell a Lie
Overview: A 6-part series which will contain 6-7 stories per episode, one of which is a lie. Can you guess which one?
My thoughts: So Bullshit! is dead, and this is the new series (What happened Showtime?). I suppose there is just one question everyone has, will there be blatant nudity?
More information: Penn & Teller: Tell a Lie on Wikipedia and Penn & Teller: Tell a Lie on Youtube.
Person of Interest
Overview: A billionaire develops a computer program to predict people who are connected to a future violent crime. But he can't tell if they are the Perpetrator, the Victim or a Witness.
My thoughts: Not a very unique storyline, but definitely not a copy of another show directly. One of it's Execute Producers is J J Abrams, so it is worth a test, and looks quite interesting.
More information: Person of Interest on Wikipedia and Person of Interest on Youtube.
The Playboy Club
Overview: Playboy is not a Club, it's a lifestyle. A story based on the first Playboy Club that opened in Chicago during the 60's, features the Man, the lifestyle and the Bunnies.
My thoughts: This is probably one of the most hyped series to be starting this Fall, and probably also the most controversial (maybe they never saw Californication?). It is worth watching and finding out if it's going to flop or not.
More information: The Playboy Club on Wikipedia and The Playboy Club on Youtube.
Prime Suspect
Overview: Based on the British Series, it is the American version of a Crime Drama, based around a Female Detective, who is trying to make it in a male dominated Homicide department
My thoughts: UK Dramas that become US Dramas often fail. Exceptions exist, but failure is usually the answer. However the trailer for this one impressed me, and shows it could be damn good. Please don't stuff it up, and we will get a recurring series.
More information: Prime Suspect on Wikipedia and Prime Suspect on Youtube.
Terra Nova
Overview: Science Fiction drama which bases it on people from the year 2149, going back 85 million years in time, to start over, and save the human race from destruction.
My thoughts: One word, Dinosaurs. No one does a good series with Dinosaurs. Let's see if they can make it stick. Would be certainly different.
More information: Terra Nova on Wikipedia and Terra Nova on Youtube.
Unforgettable
Overview: A former NYC Detective who has a medical condition where she can remember everything. She is asked to help out Homicide, and ends up joining Homicide to help them with her special skills.
My thoughts: There is a possibility here. I hope this doesn't end up anything like what Medium did (you know, boring, repetitive, and did I mention boring?). Ten to one there is going to be an alternate love storyline in this one.
More information: Unforgettable on Wikipedia and Unforgettable on Youtube.
So, that's my idea on what will be good this season. Of these 16, there is a good chance we will only have a few of them left for a 2nd season. But then, that's how the cookie crumbles.
