TV Junkie: The NBC Comedy Lineup - Weak or Strong?
NBC's "Community" airs at 8pm tonight and it's one of our favorites - like it or not? Tell us.
"Community" - We're solid fans and think that a cast that has Chevy Chase as its weakest link is something to contend with. Creator Dan Harmon is a genius who makes every episode stand on its own.
"30 Rock" - Is there anything funnier at 8:30pm on a Thursday? Tell us. The fast pace keeps us going and we think the Academy should just give Alec Baldwin his own special Emmy every year.
"The Office" - The show that's like a pair of old and comfortable shoes. The music intro in the premiere was invigorating but we wonder if there's still life enough in this paper company.
"Outsourced" - We didn't care for this show because of the writing and acting, not because of the subject matter. It's still a treat to see Diedrich Bader but we don't think it has much else going for it. Disagree?
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Speaking of NBC, Mindy Kaling aka Kelly Kapoor and her compatriots from "The Office" have a new project along the lines of last season's very funny "Subtle Sexuality", it's called "The 3rd Floor". The web series begins on October 21st, but you can see a preview clip at the end of this post.
If you're a fan of Syfy's "Caprica" you'll be psyched about the season 1 DVD release on October 5th. We've got a promo clip at the end of this post for you to check out.
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"South Park" Fans: Tomorrow I am giving away "A Little Box of Butters" DVD set. Inside the box is are 2 DVDs of 13 widescreen remastered episodes plus a trivia game, "The Poop That Took A Pee" lost chapter, a What Would Butters Do? bracelet, a pimpin' necklace, a wearable Inspector Butters badge, and more. The DVD was released today and is available for purchase (if you don't win it from me) - if you follow that link you can also enter an actual "South Park" contest for $5,000 in pimp cash and other prizes.
For a chance to win, follow TheTVJunkie on Twitter where I will be posting contest updates and answer in the comments below, the question: Name one 'bad' thing that Professor Chaos did. A winner will be picked Friday afternoon.
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The TV Junkie Plan: "Community", "30 Rock", "Fringe", "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia", "The League", "Chelsea Lately" (AnnaLynne McCord), Leno (Eric Stonestreet), Fallon (Bryan Cranston).
8:00pm Community NBC - Jeff falls into old habits after reconnecting with Alan (Rob Corddry), a former law firm colleague; Abed, Annie and Troy look for dirt on Alan.
8:00pm The Big Bang Theory CBS - The Cruciferous Vegetable Amplification
8:30pm 30 Rock NBC - Liz uses her newfound confidence to solve Pete's problem with a difficult editor (Paul Giamatti); Jack tries to cheat mortality; Tracy vows to be present when his wife gives birth.
9:00pm Fringe FX - The team investigates when people are discovered in a trancelike state that ultimately leads to death; Walter meets with Nina at Massive Dynamic.
9:00pm The Office NBC - Corporate forces Michael into counseling with Toby; Dwight seeks revenge after a shop owner snubs him; Pam tries to change her job title.
10:00pm It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia FX - The gang attempts to find adventure on the sea after purchasing a boat.
10:30pm The League FX - Andre brings in a new partner to expand his practice; Ruxin uses a sick kid to meet NFL star Josh Cribbs; Pete deals with the complications of dating Kevin's ex-girlfriend.
11:00pm The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Comedy Central - Justin Timberlake guests
11:00pm Chelsea Lately E! - Actress AnnaLynne McCord.
11:35pm Late Show With David Letterman CBS - Actor Tom Selleck; author Janet Elder; Tired Pony performs.
11:35pm The Tonight Show With Jay Leno NBC - Actor Morgan Freeman; actor Eric Stonestreet; Rodrigo y Gabriela performs.
12:05am Jimmy Kimmel Live ABC - Actress Vanessa Williams; actor David Cross; The Avett Brothers perform.
12:35am The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson CBS - Actor Edward Norton; actress Odette Yustman.
12:35am Late Night With Jimmy Fallon NBC - Actor Bryan Cranston; actor Jesse Eisenberg; producer Joshua Topolsky; The Vaselines perform.