Thursday, January 19, 2012
Van Halen "Tattoo": Fan Video
You know, I like the song more after seeing this...
VH fan Michael Wood (San Ramon, CA) made this great video.
VH fan Michael Wood (San Ramon, CA) made this great video.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
More tinkering to Return of the Jedi
So you thought the new, lame, "Noooo!" by Vader on the Blu-Ray was bad?
Looks like the team at Lucasfilm didn't want to stop there...
(Okay-- Lucasfilm had nothing to do with this...)
Looks like the team at Lucasfilm didn't want to stop there...
(Okay-- Lucasfilm had nothing to do with this...)
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Premieres and Notables: January 16-22, 2012
Monday, 1/16
The Revolution; ABC. 1 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Tim Gunn and Ty Pennington and others give tips on how to overthrow the government.
Ok-- that's not true. Like you're gonna watch anyway. But who the Hell comes up with these show names? The Revolution. So pompous. It's gonna be a bunch of boys chatting like a bunch of girls. That's novel, right?
Viva la revolucion! (<--or however you spell it. I'm way behind, so I'm not checking.)
Alcatraz; Fox. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
From the mind of J.J. Abrams comes this series about prisoners who disappeared in 1963 and show up decades later in present-day San Francisco to wreak havok. ...And the three people whose task is to hunt them down and figure out why those returning prisoners haven't aged in all that time.
Heat Seekers; Food Network. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Being Human; Syfy. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Tuesday, 1/17
Remodeled; The CW. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Another model show... Yay!
But wait! This one is about a dude who helps modeling agencies get better, not really on the models.
Like you care. --I mean: I sure do.
Justified; FX. 9 pm CST. 3rd Season Premiere.
So-- how to top Margo Martingale's Mags Bennett from last season? Good question.
Exec producer Graham Yost goes back to one of his earlier shows (the brilliant Boomtown) and hires Neal McDonough and Mykelti Williamson to be the Big Bads this season.
Oh boy-- this is gonna be good.
Extra treat for me (and other fans of her): Carla Gugino has a recurring role this season.
Southland; TNT. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Now with 100% more Lucy Liu.
Ink Master; Spike. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Another tattoo show.
But this one is hosted by Dave Navarro.
Five bucks says he wears a shirt or coat that he doesn't button. Dave likes to show off his pecs...
White Collar; USA. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Wednesday, 1/18
American Idol; Fox. 7 pm CST. 11th Season Premiere.
Ugh-- can't wait to see this show mentioned in every magazine I open until June...
Mistresses; BBC America. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/19
The Big Bang Theory (CBS; 7 pm CST) celebrates its 100th episode tonight.
Archer; FX. 9 pm CST. 3rd Season Premiere.
One of the best shows on TV.
It's not for everyone's tastes-- but if you "get it", you'll love it.
And Burt Reynolds voices himself in this episode, so now's a good time to give it a shot.
Unsupervised; FX. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
FX goes for a second animated series; this time about two teens who have parents who aren't around much.
Friday, 1/20
Shark Tank; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Saturday, 1/21
An Idiot Abroad 2: The Bucket List; Science. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Ricky and Stephen send Karl out into the world again.
The Revolution; ABC. 1 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Tim Gunn and Ty Pennington and others give tips on how to overthrow the government.
Ok-- that's not true. Like you're gonna watch anyway. But who the Hell comes up with these show names? The Revolution. So pompous. It's gonna be a bunch of boys chatting like a bunch of girls. That's novel, right?
Viva la revolucion! (<--or however you spell it. I'm way behind, so I'm not checking.)
Alcatraz; Fox. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
From the mind of J.J. Abrams comes this series about prisoners who disappeared in 1963 and show up decades later in present-day San Francisco to wreak havok. ...And the three people whose task is to hunt them down and figure out why those returning prisoners haven't aged in all that time.
Heat Seekers; Food Network. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Being Human; Syfy. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Tuesday, 1/17
Remodeled; The CW. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Another model show... Yay!
But wait! This one is about a dude who helps modeling agencies get better, not really on the models.
Like you care. --I mean: I sure do.
Justified; FX. 9 pm CST. 3rd Season Premiere.
So-- how to top Margo Martingale's Mags Bennett from last season? Good question.
Exec producer Graham Yost goes back to one of his earlier shows (the brilliant Boomtown) and hires Neal McDonough and Mykelti Williamson to be the Big Bads this season.
Oh boy-- this is gonna be good.
Extra treat for me (and other fans of her): Carla Gugino has a recurring role this season.
Southland; TNT. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Now with 100% more Lucy Liu.
Ink Master; Spike. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Another tattoo show.
But this one is hosted by Dave Navarro.
Five bucks says he wears a shirt or coat that he doesn't button. Dave likes to show off his pecs...
White Collar; USA. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Wednesday, 1/18
American Idol; Fox. 7 pm CST. 11th Season Premiere.
Ugh-- can't wait to see this show mentioned in every magazine I open until June...
Mistresses; BBC America. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/19
The Big Bang Theory (CBS; 7 pm CST) celebrates its 100th episode tonight.
Archer; FX. 9 pm CST. 3rd Season Premiere.
One of the best shows on TV.
It's not for everyone's tastes-- but if you "get it", you'll love it.
And Burt Reynolds voices himself in this episode, so now's a good time to give it a shot.
Unsupervised; FX. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
FX goes for a second animated series; this time about two teens who have parents who aren't around much.
Friday, 1/20
Shark Tank; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Saturday, 1/21
An Idiot Abroad 2: The Bucket List; Science. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Ricky and Stephen send Karl out into the world again.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Friday, January 13, 2012
Man crashes into store trying to kill woman
Keep watching. It doesn't end after he gets out of the truck.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Battlestar Galactica: The (Good) Series: The Game
This was a great series, despite its faults.
If you haven't seen it yet, skip this video as it contains lots of spoilers.
If you have seen the series, click "play" and enjoy.
If you haven't seen it yet, skip this video as it contains lots of spoilers.
If you have seen the series, click "play" and enjoy.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Van Halen "Tattoo"
Well I guess Hell has frozen over. The long-awaited return of David Lee Roth as a member of Van Halen (beyond a reunion tour) has actually amounted to some new music. Well, "new" being relative as the basis for their new single "Tattoo" goes way back to at least 1978 from a song that didn't make the cut for their debut album.
Van Halen - Tattoo from Van Halen on Vimeo.
Gotta admit it wasn't what I was hoping for (that'd be Edward destroying a guitar with a new riff the kids would be cutting their fingers trying to imitate), but fans of old school Van Halen should be happy. Doesn't get more old school than to literally pull a song out of the vault.
But maybe Ed learned a little from his last full-time singer when Van Halen 3 failed to make an impact (even though there was some great stuff on it), and a big problem is that Gary Cherone was trying to sound like Sammy Hagar (most assuredly because Mr. Van Halen was trying to point him in that direction). "Tattoo" may not be a glass-breaking, ass-kicking tune, but it suits Roth's vocal style the past decade or so.
And I'm sure there are a few ass-kickers on the album. Less than a month left before we find out...
Van Halen's album A Different Kind of Truth drops Tuesday, February 7.
Van Halen - Tattoo from Van Halen on Vimeo.
Gotta admit it wasn't what I was hoping for (that'd be Edward destroying a guitar with a new riff the kids would be cutting their fingers trying to imitate), but fans of old school Van Halen should be happy. Doesn't get more old school than to literally pull a song out of the vault.
But maybe Ed learned a little from his last full-time singer when Van Halen 3 failed to make an impact (even though there was some great stuff on it), and a big problem is that Gary Cherone was trying to sound like Sammy Hagar (most assuredly because Mr. Van Halen was trying to point him in that direction). "Tattoo" may not be a glass-breaking, ass-kicking tune, but it suits Roth's vocal style the past decade or so.
And I'm sure there are a few ass-kickers on the album. Less than a month left before we find out...
Van Halen's album A Different Kind of Truth drops Tuesday, February 7.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Monday, January 09, 2012
Sunday, January 08, 2012
Premieres and Notables: January 9-15, 2012
Monday, 1/9
Octonauts; Disney Channel. 10:30 am CST. Series Premiere.
The oceans must be the hot thing among preschoolers this TV season; I could swear I've done this "sea-based" show before...
Money Class With Suze Orman; OWN. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Tuesday, 1/10
Shipping Wars; A&E. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
The Game; BET. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Let's Stay Together; BET. 10 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Wednesday, 1/11
One Tree Hill; The CW. 7 pm CST. 9th-- and final-- Season Premiere.
Are You There, Chelsea? NBC. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A semi-fictional look at Chelsea Handler's life, based on her first two books.
Only in America With Larry the Cable Guy; History. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Face Off; Syfy. 9 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/12
30 Rock; NBC. 7 pm CST. 6th Season Premiere.
Rob; CBS. 7:31 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Rob Schneider plays an average joe who marries a Mexican-American woman whose family shuns him.
And a culture clash ensues.
The Finder; Fox. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Geoff Stults stars in this Bones spin-off about a private investigator who's especially gifted at finding people people or things.
Friday, 1/13
One Life to Live (CBS; 1 pm CST). Series Finale.
After more than forty years, this soap legend closes shop.
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC; 7 pm CST). Series Finale.
After nine years, this show signs-off as well.
Real Time With Bill Maher; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Blade; G4. 10 pm CST. Series Premiere.
The latest Marvel Anime series.
Sunday, 1/15
Undercover Boss; CBS. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
The 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards; NBC. 7 pm CST. Special.
Remember a year ago when Ricky Gervais caused a massive flap for his jokes at the Golden Globe Awards? Remember how many "insiders" wondered how he'd ever survive after having a laugh at the expense of some of the more powerful industry members?
Yeah, he did okay. He's hosting again.
You see, ratings and buzz trumps a few bad feelings...
Napoleon Dynamite; Fox. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Yeah... an animated series that's probably around six years to late to benefit from the N.D. craze. But they're giving it a shot anyway.
Gotta be better than that turd Allan Gregory, right?
Robert Chicken airs its 100th episode tonight (adult swim; 10:30 pm CST.)
Octonauts; Disney Channel. 10:30 am CST. Series Premiere.
The oceans must be the hot thing among preschoolers this TV season; I could swear I've done this "sea-based" show before...
Money Class With Suze Orman; OWN. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Tuesday, 1/10
Shipping Wars; A&E. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
The Game; BET. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Let's Stay Together; BET. 10 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Wednesday, 1/11
One Tree Hill; The CW. 7 pm CST. 9th-- and final-- Season Premiere.
Are You There, Chelsea? NBC. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A semi-fictional look at Chelsea Handler's life, based on her first two books.
Only in America With Larry the Cable Guy; History. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Face Off; Syfy. 9 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/12
30 Rock; NBC. 7 pm CST. 6th Season Premiere.
Rob; CBS. 7:31 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Rob Schneider plays an average joe who marries a Mexican-American woman whose family shuns him.
And a culture clash ensues.
The Finder; Fox. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Geoff Stults stars in this Bones spin-off about a private investigator who's especially gifted at finding people people or things.
Friday, 1/13
One Life to Live (CBS; 1 pm CST). Series Finale.
After more than forty years, this soap legend closes shop.
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC; 7 pm CST). Series Finale.
After nine years, this show signs-off as well.
Real Time With Bill Maher; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Blade; G4. 10 pm CST. Series Premiere.
The latest Marvel Anime series.
Sunday, 1/15
Undercover Boss; CBS. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
The 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards; NBC. 7 pm CST. Special.
Remember a year ago when Ricky Gervais caused a massive flap for his jokes at the Golden Globe Awards? Remember how many "insiders" wondered how he'd ever survive after having a laugh at the expense of some of the more powerful industry members?
Yeah, he did okay. He's hosting again.
You see, ratings and buzz trumps a few bad feelings...
Napoleon Dynamite; Fox. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Yeah... an animated series that's probably around six years to late to benefit from the N.D. craze. But they're giving it a shot anyway.
Gotta be better than that turd Allan Gregory, right?
Robert Chicken airs its 100th episode tonight (adult swim; 10:30 pm CST.)
Imagine Jump
All this Van halen news had me digging around the InterWebs.
Can't say this is genius, but I found it very interesting...
Can't say this is genius, but I found it very interesting...
Saturday, January 07, 2012
Friday, January 06, 2012
Cat Fail
I've got nothing against cats, but this mid-air reaction is classic.
I understand the cat is still alive, so I feel it's okay to laugh.
I understand the cat is still alive, so I feel it's okay to laugh.
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
Nine year old hockey brawl
It's nice to know that since the NHL and NCAA pussified hocky, that this under-10 Russian hockey league can bring it.
Tuesday, January 03, 2012
Monday, January 02, 2012
Sunday, January 01, 2012
Premieres and Notables: January 2-8, 2012
Monday, 1/2
The Bachelor; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Antiques Roadshows; PBS. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Pretty Little Liars; ABC Family. 7 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
The Lying Game; ABC Family. 8 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Hoarders; A&E. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
It's a Brad, Brad World; Bravo. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Unsung; TV One. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Celebrity Wife Swap; ABC. 9:01 CST. Sneak Peek.
Tracey Gold and Carnie Wilson swap lives for a week.
Tuesday, 1/3
The Biggest Loser; NBC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Switched at Birth; ABC Family. 7 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Work It; ABC. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Two dudes pose as women to get jobs...
I believe it's billed as a comedy, but the commercial I saw wasn't all that funny.
Jane By Design; ABC Family. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Jane's a high schooler who gets hired by a design firm who mistook her for an adult.
It could happen...
Wednesday, 1/4
Nova; PBS. 8 pm CST (check local listings). Season Premiere.
Not My Mama's Meals; Cooking Channel. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Bobby Deen makes his mom's recipes-- but holds the calories.
Steven Seagal Lawman; A&E. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/5
Winter Wipeout; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Project Runway All Stars; Lifetime. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
American Stuffers; Animal Planet. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A family-run taxidermy business is followed in this reality series.
Friday, 1/6
Wizards of Waverly Place (Disney Channel; 7 pm CST). Series Finale.
Merlin; Syfy. 9 pm CST. 4th Season Premiere.
Portlandia; IFC. 9 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret; IFC. 9:30 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Saturday, 1/7
My Cat From Hell; Animal Planet. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Zanatos, aka "Mittens", finally reveals his master plan to enslave the human race.
Okay, okay: I have no idea what this show is really about.
Dog Whisperer; Nat Geo Wild. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Sunday, 1/8
The Firm; NBC. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Picking up ten years after the 1993 film (based on the book) ended, Mitch McDeere looks to get his life back.
Downtown Abbey; PBS. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
I've heard good things about season one, so this should be worth watching.
Shameless; Showtime. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
House of Lies; Showtime. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Cajun Pawn Stars; History. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Californication; Showtime. 9:30 pm CST.
The series jumps ahead three years for this season.
I wonder if Hank got over Karen in that time.
As if...
The Bachelor; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Antiques Roadshows; PBS. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Pretty Little Liars; ABC Family. 7 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
The Lying Game; ABC Family. 8 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Hoarders; A&E. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
It's a Brad, Brad World; Bravo. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Unsung; TV One. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Celebrity Wife Swap; ABC. 9:01 CST. Sneak Peek.
Tracey Gold and Carnie Wilson swap lives for a week.
Tuesday, 1/3
The Biggest Loser; NBC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Switched at Birth; ABC Family. 7 pm CST. Mid-season Premiere.
Work It; ABC. 7:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Two dudes pose as women to get jobs...
I believe it's billed as a comedy, but the commercial I saw wasn't all that funny.
Jane By Design; ABC Family. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Jane's a high schooler who gets hired by a design firm who mistook her for an adult.
It could happen...
Wednesday, 1/4
Nova; PBS. 8 pm CST (check local listings). Season Premiere.
Not My Mama's Meals; Cooking Channel. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Bobby Deen makes his mom's recipes-- but holds the calories.
Steven Seagal Lawman; A&E. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 1/5
Winter Wipeout; ABC. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Project Runway All Stars; Lifetime. 8 pm CST. Season Premiere.
American Stuffers; Animal Planet. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A family-run taxidermy business is followed in this reality series.
Friday, 1/6
Wizards of Waverly Place (Disney Channel; 7 pm CST). Series Finale.
Merlin; Syfy. 9 pm CST. 4th Season Premiere.
Portlandia; IFC. 9 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret; IFC. 9:30 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Saturday, 1/7
My Cat From Hell; Animal Planet. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Zanatos, aka "Mittens", finally reveals his master plan to enslave the human race.
Okay, okay: I have no idea what this show is really about.
Dog Whisperer; Nat Geo Wild. 7 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Sunday, 1/8
The Firm; NBC. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Picking up ten years after the 1993 film (based on the book) ended, Mitch McDeere looks to get his life back.
Downtown Abbey; PBS. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
I've heard good things about season one, so this should be worth watching.
Shameless; Showtime. 8 pm CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
House of Lies; Showtime. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Cajun Pawn Stars; History. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Californication; Showtime. 9:30 pm CST.
The series jumps ahead three years for this season.
I wonder if Hank got over Karen in that time.
As if...
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Friday, December 30, 2011
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
Maybe pigs will fly after all
For years, whenever I hear any new Van Halen news, I shrug and admit "I'm not holding my breath."
Well, looks like something is actually happening with Van Halen with this little message from the band.
It can with a lame video saying they're going on tour in February with tickets going on sale as early as January 10th.
Okay-- I'm still not going to believe a tour is coming until they set foot on a stage in front of a few people; nor will I believe an album is real until I put it in my CD player.
But it looks like they're making some progress. After years of Edward saying, "Yeah, man, I write all the time. I've got tons of stuff written," some of that writing may actually make it on an album and some songs on a tour.
Well, looks like something is actually happening with Van Halen with this little message from the band.
It can with a lame video saying they're going on tour in February with tickets going on sale as early as January 10th.
Okay-- I'm still not going to believe a tour is coming until they set foot on a stage in front of a few people; nor will I believe an album is real until I put it in my CD player.
But it looks like they're making some progress. After years of Edward saying, "Yeah, man, I write all the time. I've got tons of stuff written," some of that writing may actually make it on an album and some songs on a tour.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Premieres and Notables: December 26, 2011- January 1, 2012
Whoops.
Last week, I missed the Doctor Who (BBC America) marathons on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; all culminating with the newest Christmas Special at 8 pm CST on the 25th. Check it out.
I don't know how I could have missed mentioning it last time...
I save Doctor Who for when I'm alert and can only focus on the episode, which puts me behind (namely I haven't seen a new episode since the last Christmas Special). But, of course, waiting also puts me in the position of finally owning the sixth season on glorious Blu-Ray (thank you, Barnes & Noble for your Blu-Ray 40% off sale combined with a nice 30% off coupon, so the final price was merely "high" as opposed to the usual "ridiculous" for a BBC title...), so that's not a bad way to catch up.
You can catch up on the sixth season just by tuning into BBC America Christmas Day...
Okay, on to the bound-to-be short premieres post:
Monday, 12/26
The Closer (TNT; 8 pm CST). Winter Finale.
Rizzoli and Isles (TNT; 9 pm CST). Winter Finale.
Tuesday, 12/27
Texas Multi Mamas; We TV. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Six moms of multiple (twins, triplets, etc) get the families together.
Extreme Couponing All-Stars; TLC. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Twelve couponers compete to find out who is the best.
Thursday, 12/29
Hook, Line and Sisters; TLC. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Two pro fisherwomen (who I'm guessing from seeing the title are sisters-- unless TLC would lie to us) make a go at deep-sea fishing in Alaska.
Friday, 12/30
Infested! Animal Planet. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Bug-bustin' Animal Planet style.
Interesting to see that bugs don't get the pretty "save the species" shows that other animals do...
^^^Ah, now I know why I missed mentioning the Doctor Who Christmas Special last week: because TV Guide wastes page space on the above bullshit shows and doesn't often mention great TV like the good Doctor's show...
Saturday, 12/31
I haven't seen an ep in a while, but I'm sure Phineas and Ferb (Disney XD) is still awesome. Maybe I'll catch up during the 13-hour marathon that begins at 10 am CST.
Sunday, 1/1
Rachael Ray vs. Guy Celebrity Cook-Off; Food Network. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Ray and Fieri coach celebs for a cook-off.
Angry Boys; HBO. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Finally!!! A new show I don't feel disgust mentioning this week.
Chris Lilley (of the brilliant Summer Heights High) brings us this new show about young men and the troubles they face in Australia. And, as in previous shows, he plays multiple roles.
I am completely pumped about this show. Highly recommended.
Speaking of Chris Lilley, HBO OnDemand and HBO Go are offering both of Lilley's previous series up until the Angry Boys premiere. I haven't caught We Can Be Heroes yet (I fully plan to this week), but Summer Heights High was genius.
I wrote about it here and here.
Last week, I missed the Doctor Who (BBC America) marathons on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; all culminating with the newest Christmas Special at 8 pm CST on the 25th. Check it out.
I don't know how I could have missed mentioning it last time...
I save Doctor Who for when I'm alert and can only focus on the episode, which puts me behind (namely I haven't seen a new episode since the last Christmas Special). But, of course, waiting also puts me in the position of finally owning the sixth season on glorious Blu-Ray (thank you, Barnes & Noble for your Blu-Ray 40% off sale combined with a nice 30% off coupon, so the final price was merely "high" as opposed to the usual "ridiculous" for a BBC title...), so that's not a bad way to catch up.
You can catch up on the sixth season just by tuning into BBC America Christmas Day...
Okay, on to the bound-to-be short premieres post:
Monday, 12/26
The Closer (TNT; 8 pm CST). Winter Finale.
Rizzoli and Isles (TNT; 9 pm CST). Winter Finale.
Tuesday, 12/27
Texas Multi Mamas; We TV. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Six moms of multiple (twins, triplets, etc) get the families together.
Extreme Couponing All-Stars; TLC. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Twelve couponers compete to find out who is the best.
Thursday, 12/29
Hook, Line and Sisters; TLC. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Two pro fisherwomen (who I'm guessing from seeing the title are sisters-- unless TLC would lie to us) make a go at deep-sea fishing in Alaska.
Friday, 12/30
Infested! Animal Planet. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Bug-bustin' Animal Planet style.
Interesting to see that bugs don't get the pretty "save the species" shows that other animals do...
^^^Ah, now I know why I missed mentioning the Doctor Who Christmas Special last week: because TV Guide wastes page space on the above bullshit shows and doesn't often mention great TV like the good Doctor's show...
Saturday, 12/31
I haven't seen an ep in a while, but I'm sure Phineas and Ferb (Disney XD) is still awesome. Maybe I'll catch up during the 13-hour marathon that begins at 10 am CST.
Sunday, 1/1
Rachael Ray vs. Guy Celebrity Cook-Off; Food Network. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Ray and Fieri coach celebs for a cook-off.
Angry Boys; HBO. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Finally!!! A new show I don't feel disgust mentioning this week.
Chris Lilley (of the brilliant Summer Heights High) brings us this new show about young men and the troubles they face in Australia. And, as in previous shows, he plays multiple roles.
I am completely pumped about this show. Highly recommended.
Speaking of Chris Lilley, HBO OnDemand and HBO Go are offering both of Lilley's previous series up until the Angry Boys premiere. I haven't caught We Can Be Heroes yet (I fully plan to this week), but Summer Heights High was genius.
I wrote about it here and here.
Grace Helbig's Guide to Secret Santa Gifts
Okay, this is probably late to help anyone, but I LOVE Grace Helbig-- and this definitely worth watching, even if you don't do Secret Santa.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Schmidt's Online Dating Profile-- from 2008
I'm liking Fox's The New Girl (8 pm CST) more and more.
Stuff like this makes me like it even more...
Stuff like this makes me like it even more...
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Unearthed TRON Holiday Special
Like many other late-'70s to early-'80s properties, TRON had a Holiday Special
Monday, December 19, 2011
Star Trek as A-Team
Not bad...
Or how about a Dallas opening?
But why give Star Trek all the fun?
Man, modern TV shows with their "no theme songs" edict are really missing something...
Or how about a Dallas opening?
But why give Star Trek all the fun?
Man, modern TV shows with their "no theme songs" edict are really missing something...
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Premieres and Notables: December 19-25, 2011
Monday, 12/19
Terra Nova (Fox. 7 pm CST. ) Season Finale.
It hasn't gotten a renewal, so maybe: "series finale".
Who's Still Standing? NBC. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some new gameshow. Don't know; don't care...
Tuesday, 12/20
Best in the Business; Discovery. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some new reality competition. Don't care about that one, either...
Wednesday, 12/21
American Horror Story (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Thursday, 12/22
The X Factor (Fox; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Friday, 12/23
Stan Lee makes a guest appearance on Chuck (NBC; 7 pm CST).
Saturday, 12/24
TBS airs their annual A Christmas Story 24-hour marathon, beginning at 7 pm CST.
Terra Nova (Fox. 7 pm CST. ) Season Finale.
It hasn't gotten a renewal, so maybe: "series finale".
Who's Still Standing? NBC. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some new gameshow. Don't know; don't care...
Tuesday, 12/20
Best in the Business; Discovery. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some new reality competition. Don't care about that one, either...
Wednesday, 12/21
American Horror Story (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Thursday, 12/22
The X Factor (Fox; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Friday, 12/23
Stan Lee makes a guest appearance on Chuck (NBC; 7 pm CST).
Saturday, 12/24
TBS airs their annual A Christmas Story 24-hour marathon, beginning at 7 pm CST.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Premieres and Notables: December 12-18, 2011
Monday, 12/12
Fear Factor; NBC. 7 pm CST. Series Return.
After six years off, Joe Rogan brings back the gross...
Rollin' With Zack; OWN. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Enlightened (HBO; 8:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
Tuesday, 12/13
The Biggest Loser (NBC; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Wednesday, 12/14
24/7 Flyers/Rangers: Road to the NHL Winter Classic; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 12/15
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
One of the craziest and funniest seasons in years. I'm sad to see it go for another nine months.
Burn Notice (USA; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Impractical Jokers; truTV. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Three guys with funny names dare each other to do embarrassing things.
Sunday, 12/18
Survivor (CBS; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Dexter (Showtime; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Homeland (Showtime; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Fear Factor; NBC. 7 pm CST. Series Return.
After six years off, Joe Rogan brings back the gross...
Rollin' With Zack; OWN. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Enlightened (HBO; 8:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
Tuesday, 12/13
The Biggest Loser (NBC; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Wednesday, 12/14
24/7 Flyers/Rangers: Road to the NHL Winter Classic; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Thursday, 12/15
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
One of the craziest and funniest seasons in years. I'm sad to see it go for another nine months.
Burn Notice (USA; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Impractical Jokers; truTV. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Three guys with funny names dare each other to do embarrassing things.
Sunday, 12/18
Survivor (CBS; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Dexter (Showtime; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Homeland (Showtime; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Friday, December 09, 2011
Thursday, December 08, 2011
As if there weren't enough reasons to hate Fox News
Jesus F'in Christ, this network is ridiculous...
[Note: the stupidest shit is with the first guest, so no need to keep watching after he leaves-- unless you want to feel like blowing your brains out, then watch the whole thing.]
[Note: the stupidest shit is with the first guest, so no need to keep watching after he leaves-- unless you want to feel like blowing your brains out, then watch the whole thing.]
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Young buck in love
Drags a bit in the middle, but worth watching.
I'll bet it was that Britney Spears scent...
I'll bet it was that Britney Spears scent...
Monday, December 05, 2011
Sunday, December 04, 2011
Premieres and Notables: December 5-11, 2011
Monday, 12/5
The Mortified Sessions; Sundance. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Stars tell embarrassing stories about their youth.
Tuesday, 12/6
Sons of Anarchy (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Covert Affairs (USA; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Hidden City; Travel. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Writer Marcus Sakey explores Chicago.
Storage Wars Texas; A&E. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Wednesday, 12/7
State of Play; BBC America. 9 pm CST. Miniseries Premiere.
This 2003 mini stars people like Bill Nighy, James McAvoy, and Kelly Macdonald in this six-part series. TV Guide describes it as such: "the sudden death of a prominent public figure's young assistant/mistress in a London tube station is only the tip of the geopolitical iceberg".
I've heard good things...
Friday, 12/9
Boss (Starz; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Starz already ordered a second season.
Sunday, 12/11
Amazing Race (CBS; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Allen Gregory (Fox; 7:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
I'm guessing we can call the last ep of this turd the series finale.
Boardwalk Empire (HBO; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Stephen King's Bag of Bones; A&E. 8 pm CST. Miniseries Premiere.
Pierce Brosnan stars in this two-part mini based on King's novel.
Luck; HBO. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere/Preview.
A horse-racing drama from David Milch and Michael Mann, starring Nick Nolte and Dustin Hoffman.
The ep is just going to whet your appetite until it returns in January.
The Mortified Sessions; Sundance. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Stars tell embarrassing stories about their youth.
Tuesday, 12/6
Sons of Anarchy (FX; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Covert Affairs (USA; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Hidden City; Travel. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Writer Marcus Sakey explores Chicago.
Storage Wars Texas; A&E. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Wednesday, 12/7
State of Play; BBC America. 9 pm CST. Miniseries Premiere.
This 2003 mini stars people like Bill Nighy, James McAvoy, and Kelly Macdonald in this six-part series. TV Guide describes it as such: "the sudden death of a prominent public figure's young assistant/mistress in a London tube station is only the tip of the geopolitical iceberg".
I've heard good things...
Friday, 12/9
Boss (Starz; 9 pm CST). Season Finale.
Starz already ordered a second season.
Sunday, 12/11
Amazing Race (CBS; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Allen Gregory (Fox; 7:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
I'm guessing we can call the last ep of this turd the series finale.
Boardwalk Empire (HBO; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Stephen King's Bag of Bones; A&E. 8 pm CST. Miniseries Premiere.
Pierce Brosnan stars in this two-part mini based on King's novel.
Luck; HBO. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere/Preview.
A horse-racing drama from David Milch and Michael Mann, starring Nick Nolte and Dustin Hoffman.
The ep is just going to whet your appetite until it returns in January.
Saturday, December 03, 2011
Friday, December 02, 2011
Thursday, December 01, 2011
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Premieres and Notables: November 28- December 4, 2011
Monday, 11/28
The Sing-Off (NBC; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Bored to Death (HBO; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Pawn Stars; History. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Rizzoli & Isles; TNT. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Return.
Tuesday, 11/29
America's Supernanny; Lifetime. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Deborah Tillman uses her childcare expertise to help parents with their little angels.
Weed Wars; Discovery. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A look at the founder of Oakland's largest medical marijuana dispensary.
Wednesday, 11/30
I Hate My Teenage Daughter; Fox. 8:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Jamie Pressley and Katie Fenneran star as two moms who don't want their teen girls growing up to be the types of classmates they hated themselves when they went to school.
I'm giving it a shot-- but I will say I haven't been hearing good things.
Hot in Cleveland; TVLand. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Return.
The Exes; TVLand. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Kristen Johnson plays a divorce lawyer who is also the landlord to three of her former clients (Donald Faison, Wayne Knight, and David Alan Bache).
I haven't anything good about this one either.
Friday, 12/2
The Take; Encore. 8 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
This four-part British mini from 2009 stars Tom Hardy as an ex-con who wants to take-down organized crime.
Starving Secrets With Tracey Gold; Lifetime. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Gold helps anorexics get better.
Saturday, 12/3
Would You Rather? BBC America. 10 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Graham Norton hosts this fun celeb-panel version of the "home game".
The Sing-Off (NBC; 7 pm CST). Season Finale.
Bored to Death (HBO; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Pawn Stars; History. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Rizzoli & Isles; TNT. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Return.
Tuesday, 11/29
America's Supernanny; Lifetime. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Deborah Tillman uses her childcare expertise to help parents with their little angels.
Weed Wars; Discovery. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A look at the founder of Oakland's largest medical marijuana dispensary.
Wednesday, 11/30
I Hate My Teenage Daughter; Fox. 8:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Jamie Pressley and Katie Fenneran star as two moms who don't want their teen girls growing up to be the types of classmates they hated themselves when they went to school.
I'm giving it a shot-- but I will say I haven't been hearing good things.
Hot in Cleveland; TVLand. 9 pm CST. Mid-season Return.
The Exes; TVLand. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Kristen Johnson plays a divorce lawyer who is also the landlord to three of her former clients (Donald Faison, Wayne Knight, and David Alan Bache).
I haven't anything good about this one either.
Friday, 12/2
The Take; Encore. 8 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
This four-part British mini from 2009 stars Tom Hardy as an ex-con who wants to take-down organized crime.
Starving Secrets With Tracey Gold; Lifetime. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Gold helps anorexics get better.
Saturday, 12/3
Would You Rather? BBC America. 10 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Graham Norton hosts this fun celeb-panel version of the "home game".
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Friday, November 25, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
The Muppets-- film review
I used to post reviews and kinda got away from it because they were tough to write-- especially knowing barely a handful of people actually saw them.
But I am still interested in pointing people toward good movies and away from bad ones. And when a film is still in theatres, it's important to point people in a timely manner (something I'm terrible at).
So here's a few quick thoughts about the film The Muppets, which opened yesterday:
First off, I'm not a huge Muppets fan. As a kid, I was more interested in the wackiness of the Gonzo stunts-- or the hosts (like Mark Hamill) of the prime time series. And, as an adult, I never really watched any of the films even though my kids had periods where they liked watching some of the movies again and again.
But none of that mattered to see this new film. As a Jason Segal fan, I knew getting this film produced was a labor of love, and it shows (not to give Segal all the credit; he's just the guy I know who had a large part in making this). Segal has a way of completely convincing us that he is sincere (when he needs to be)-- no matter how ridiculous the goings-on of a movie-- and it really worked here.
It's the Muppets, so corny is expected, and there was some of that, but there was also some real heart (and non-corny) humor to this one. Sure, some of the "heart" was a little too overt, but I'll admit to getting a little teary-eyed a couple of times. Even though it was rushed at times, the story was organic, and other than tying up the film during the credits, it was a good-start-to-finish film with no lagging scenes.
All in all, this is a great movie for kids-- that doesn't insult adults (actually, adults will "get more" from it). That's extremely rare. The music is really good, and the songs are funny-- another breakthrough.
And I know old school fans will never accept anyone other than Jim Henson as Kermit, but Steve Whitmire was excellent. Kermit has no facial features that can be manipulated to express emotion, but the mere moving of the arc of his head showed a lot. It's subtle, but effective.
There's nothing terribly original here-- but it's all done so well, I can't give this any less than a B+. It's worth checking out.
But I am still interested in pointing people toward good movies and away from bad ones. And when a film is still in theatres, it's important to point people in a timely manner (something I'm terrible at).
So here's a few quick thoughts about the film The Muppets, which opened yesterday:
First off, I'm not a huge Muppets fan. As a kid, I was more interested in the wackiness of the Gonzo stunts-- or the hosts (like Mark Hamill) of the prime time series. And, as an adult, I never really watched any of the films even though my kids had periods where they liked watching some of the movies again and again.
But none of that mattered to see this new film. As a Jason Segal fan, I knew getting this film produced was a labor of love, and it shows (not to give Segal all the credit; he's just the guy I know who had a large part in making this). Segal has a way of completely convincing us that he is sincere (when he needs to be)-- no matter how ridiculous the goings-on of a movie-- and it really worked here.
It's the Muppets, so corny is expected, and there was some of that, but there was also some real heart (and non-corny) humor to this one. Sure, some of the "heart" was a little too overt, but I'll admit to getting a little teary-eyed a couple of times. Even though it was rushed at times, the story was organic, and other than tying up the film during the credits, it was a good-start-to-finish film with no lagging scenes.
All in all, this is a great movie for kids-- that doesn't insult adults (actually, adults will "get more" from it). That's extremely rare. The music is really good, and the songs are funny-- another breakthrough.
And I know old school fans will never accept anyone other than Jim Henson as Kermit, but Steve Whitmire was excellent. Kermit has no facial features that can be manipulated to express emotion, but the mere moving of the arc of his head showed a lot. It's subtle, but effective.
There's nothing terribly original here-- but it's all done so well, I can't give this any less than a B+. It's worth checking out.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Just because I think this is cool
Not to put a damper on a new (and I think has potential to be pretty good) film releasing today, but I love this picture.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Premieres and Notables: November 21-27, 2011
Monday, 11/21
The Layover; Travel Channel. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Anthony Bourdain hosts this new travelogue.
You Deserve It; ABC. 8:01 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some sort of gameshow where the contestants play for people who need the quarter-million dollar prize more than they do.
Tuesday, 11/22
Dancing With the Stars (ABC; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere
Highly recommended.
Thursday, 11/24
Noodle and Doodle; Sprout. 8:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A crafts and cooking show for preschoolers...
Friday, 11/25
Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse; TBS. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Michael Jai White and Tasha Smith reprise their roles from Perry's film Why Did I Get Married? in this new series.
All on the Line With Joe Zee; Sundance. 8:30 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Sunday, 11/27
The Walking Dead (AMC; 8 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
The shit really hits the fan for the survivors-- and then AMC is going to make us wait a few months for the rest of the season.
And sometime tonight (I'm guessing 9 or 10 pm CST), Chelsea Handler's After Lately will debut its second season. If you like Chelsea Lately, then it's must-see. If you just like seeing coworkers humilate and ridicule each other, then it's a must-see for those reasons as well.
The Layover; Travel Channel. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Anthony Bourdain hosts this new travelogue.
You Deserve It; ABC. 8:01 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Some sort of gameshow where the contestants play for people who need the quarter-million dollar prize more than they do.
Tuesday, 11/22
Dancing With the Stars (ABC; 8 pm CST). Season Finale.
Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel; HBO. 9 pm CST. Season Premiere
Highly recommended.
Thursday, 11/24
Noodle and Doodle; Sprout. 8:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A crafts and cooking show for preschoolers...
Friday, 11/25
Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse; TBS. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Michael Jai White and Tasha Smith reprise their roles from Perry's film Why Did I Get Married? in this new series.
All on the Line With Joe Zee; Sundance. 8:30 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Sunday, 11/27
The Walking Dead (AMC; 8 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
The shit really hits the fan for the survivors-- and then AMC is going to make us wait a few months for the rest of the season.
And sometime tonight (I'm guessing 9 or 10 pm CST), Chelsea Handler's After Lately will debut its second season. If you like Chelsea Lately, then it's must-see. If you just like seeing coworkers humilate and ridicule each other, then it's a must-see for those reasons as well.
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Herman Cain Makes Promises
"Because the Tea Party loves crazy more than it hates black."
Tyson rules...
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Monday, November 14, 2011
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Premieres and Notables: November 14-20, 2011
Monday, 11/14
Clue; The Hub. 7 & 7:30 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
A five-part murder mystery based on the board game.
Saved; Animal Planet. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A series that looks at the bonds between man and animal, such as the pilot's look at a woman who overcame addiction with the help of her dog.
Tuesday, 11/15
Knights of Mayhem; National Geographic. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Hardcore Pawn; Tru TV. 8:30 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Burt's parents show up for Thanksgiving dinner on Raising Hope (Fox; 8:31 pm CST). That should be fun enough, but they went further and cast Lee Majors and Shirley Jones, so it could be legendary.
Wednesday, 11/16
Nick Swardson's Pretend Time (Comedy Central; 9:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
Thursday, 11/17
Big Shrimpin'; History. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
(The) History (Channel) continues to create reality shows that don't seem to have anything to do with actual history. This one's about Alabama shrimp fishermen.
Friday, 11/18
Regis calls it a career (after over 50 years in the biz, he's entitled to retire) on this, his last day at Live! With Regis and Kelly (syndicated; check local listings).
Batman: The Brave and the Bold (Cartoon Network; 6 pm CST). Series Finale.
In typical animated-series fashion, another fun show bites the dust.
Girls Who Like Boys Who Like Boys; Sundance. 8 p CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Clue; The Hub. 7 & 7:30 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
A five-part murder mystery based on the board game.
Saved; Animal Planet. 7 pm CST. Series Premiere.
A series that looks at the bonds between man and animal, such as the pilot's look at a woman who overcame addiction with the help of her dog.
Tuesday, 11/15
Knights of Mayhem; National Geographic. 8 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Hardcore Pawn; Tru TV. 8:30 pm CST. Season Premiere.
Burt's parents show up for Thanksgiving dinner on Raising Hope (Fox; 8:31 pm CST). That should be fun enough, but they went further and cast Lee Majors and Shirley Jones, so it could be legendary.
Wednesday, 11/16
Nick Swardson's Pretend Time (Comedy Central; 9:30 pm CST). Season Finale.
Thursday, 11/17
Big Shrimpin'; History. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
(The) History (Channel) continues to create reality shows that don't seem to have anything to do with actual history. This one's about Alabama shrimp fishermen.
Friday, 11/18
Regis calls it a career (after over 50 years in the biz, he's entitled to retire) on this, his last day at Live! With Regis and Kelly (syndicated; check local listings).
Batman: The Brave and the Bold (Cartoon Network; 6 pm CST). Series Finale.
In typical animated-series fashion, another fun show bites the dust.
Girls Who Like Boys Who Like Boys; Sundance. 8 p CST. 2nd Season Premiere.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Monday, November 07, 2011
Sunday, November 06, 2011
Premieres and Notables: November 7-13, 2011
Monday, 11/7
Poppy Cat; Sprout. 6 pm CST. Series Premiere.
So, last week, How I Met Your Mother (CBS; 7 pm CST) had the return of the Slutty Pumpkin. This week, the Slap Bet rears its ugly head again. Not sure who gets it, but I think Marshall still owes Barney two shots across the chops. And The Ducky Tie also plays a role in the episode.
Tuesday, 11/8
Vietnam in HD; History. 8 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
This three-part series feature footage shot by the soldiers themselves and converted to high-def.
Chuck's Week Off; Cooking Channel. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Chuck Hughes travels the world and eats stuff.
Wednesday 11/9
Jason Lee begins a multi-episode arc as a romantic interest for Maya Rudolph's Ava on Up All Night (NBC; 7 pm CST).
Maybe Lee's presence on the show can do something about making Ava funny...
Hell, I hope Lee makes the show funny... period. I have been mildly amused, but haven't laughed yet.
Prophets of Science Fiction; Science. 9 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
Exec producer Ridley Scott examines the people and works who made science fiction what it is.
The pilot explores Mary Shelley and her book Frankenstein.
Thursday, 11/10
The Vampire Diaries (The CW; 7 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
The Secret Circle (The CW; 8 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
Chef Hunter; Food Network. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
"Culinary recruiter" (I guess it's a real job) Carrie McCully auditions chefs for executive positions at restaurants.
Friday, 11/11
Green Lantern: The Animated Series; Cartoon Network. 6 pm CST. Series Premiere.
I'm not a fan of the look of the series (based on previews I've seen), but it has a ton of potential as a franchise.
Metal Evolution; VH1 Classic. 9 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
The network culminates it's "Heavy Metal Day" (11-11-11-- get it? "Cranking it to 11."?) This 11-part series looks at where heavy metal came from and where it ended up.
Poppy Cat; Sprout. 6 pm CST. Series Premiere.
So, last week, How I Met Your Mother (CBS; 7 pm CST) had the return of the Slutty Pumpkin. This week, the Slap Bet rears its ugly head again. Not sure who gets it, but I think Marshall still owes Barney two shots across the chops. And The Ducky Tie also plays a role in the episode.
Tuesday, 11/8
Vietnam in HD; History. 8 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
This three-part series feature footage shot by the soldiers themselves and converted to high-def.
Chuck's Week Off; Cooking Channel. 9:30 pm CST. Series Premiere.
Chuck Hughes travels the world and eats stuff.
Wednesday 11/9
Jason Lee begins a multi-episode arc as a romantic interest for Maya Rudolph's Ava on Up All Night (NBC; 7 pm CST).
Maybe Lee's presence on the show can do something about making Ava funny...
Hell, I hope Lee makes the show funny... period. I have been mildly amused, but haven't laughed yet.
Prophets of Science Fiction; Science. 9 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
Exec producer Ridley Scott examines the people and works who made science fiction what it is.
The pilot explores Mary Shelley and her book Frankenstein.
Thursday, 11/10
The Vampire Diaries (The CW; 7 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
The Secret Circle (The CW; 8 pm CST). Mid-season Finale.
Chef Hunter; Food Network. 9 pm CST. Series Premiere.
"Culinary recruiter" (I guess it's a real job) Carrie McCully auditions chefs for executive positions at restaurants.
Friday, 11/11
Green Lantern: The Animated Series; Cartoon Network. 6 pm CST. Series Premiere.
I'm not a fan of the look of the series (based on previews I've seen), but it has a ton of potential as a franchise.
Metal Evolution; VH1 Classic. 9 pm CST. Mini-series Premiere.
The network culminates it's "Heavy Metal Day" (11-11-11-- get it? "Cranking it to 11."?) This 11-part series looks at where heavy metal came from and where it ended up.
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