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'Happy Endings' Showrunner Inks New Deal, Is the Show Finally Dead?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:40:48 +0000

Like most of you, we're still feeling the loss of ABC's 'Happy Endings' after its untimely cancellation this past May, made all the worse but USA's apparent decision to pass on picking up a fourth season. And while negotiations theoretically remain ongoing at other networks, 'Happy Endings' showrunner David Caspe seems to have moved on with a new overall deal at Sony Pictures TV.

Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.': How Will Nick Fury Appear?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 15:16:52 +0000

The first trailer for Marvel's Joss Whedon-directed 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' gave us a clue as to which 'Avengers' stars (beside Coulson) would make the first appearance in ABC's new series. But superheroes aren't the only Marvel characters we'd want to see. Were the man himself, Samuel L. Jackson's Nick Fury, to show up in Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,' how would Jackson want it to be done?

'Happy Endings': USA Unlikely to Pick Up from Cancellation

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 02:16:17 +0000

Long before ABC officially announced that 'Happy Endings' would produce no more episodes beyond the third season, USA had expressed an interest in purchasing the critical darling in its push for original comedies. The Upfronts came and went with no official change of hand, but has USA's plan to resurrect 'Happy Endings' season 4 now fallen apart?

Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Trailer Screencaps: What Super Secrets Are Revealed?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:52:03 +0000

At long last Marvel's full trailer for the upcoming ABC 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV series has arrived, and it appears to be everything we hoped for and more. That said, having watched the trailer dozens of times now, let's go in-depth with frame-by-frame screencaps to see what secrets we can uncover from 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'!

ABC Fall 2013: 'Once Upon A Time in Wonderland' Trailer, 'Mixology' and More!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:01:02 +0000

Okay, now that we've stopped vomiting uncontrollably from the pure awesome of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' trailer, ABC has released the rest of their trailers for the new fall series as well. There's 'Once Upon A Time' spinoff 'Once Upon a Time in Wonderland's CG-heavy trailer, the high-concept 'Mixology,' Tricia Helfer's 'Killer Women' and more inside, so check 'em out!

'Happy Endings' Cancellation: ABC Explains Decision to Nix the Series

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:00:45 +0000

Many of ABC's recent renewal and pickup announcements brought unbridled joy to the masses, but not all were so pleased with the cancellation of cult comedy favorite 'Happy Endings.' The series may yet spring to life on another network, but in the meantime, what does ABC have to say about their decision to axe the beloved series? Find out why 'Happy Endings' didn't have a happy ending inside!

Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Goes Viral: What is "Rising Tide?"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:46:01 +0000

Last week before ABC officially announced that Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' would go to series, and released Sunday's epic trailer, the network "accidentally" released a mysterious clip that appeared to be 'The Incredible Hulk' seen from a different angle. Now that the series has officially been greenlit, several more mysterious clips have popped up under a viral group called "Rising Tide!" Get in on the 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' viral goodness early inside!

Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Trailer: "Not Just Spy Vs. Spy Anymore!"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 13 May 2013 01:21:00 +0000

If you're like us, you had no idea what was happening in ABC's 'Once Upon A Time' season finale, but the incredible 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' trailer was finally unleashed tonight! Debuting on ABC this fall with a pilot directed by 'The Avengers' guru Joss Whedon himself, the new promo for Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' definitely proved that Coulson lives, gave us a glimpse of our favorite Avengers and teased some exciting new heroes as well! Watch for yourself inside!

ABC Picks Up 'Once Upon A Time In Wonderland' Spinoff with John Lithgow, Rebel Wilson Series

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 11 May 2013 03:15:15 +0000

ABC certainly waited late enough on a Friday night to move forward with its announcements but boy did they populate the 2013-14 pickup list. Not only will 'Once Upon A Time' spinoff "Once Upon A Time in Wonderland' move forward, but so too will Rebel Wilson's 'Super Fun Night,' the high-concept 'Mixology' from creators of 'The Hangover,' and a plethora of others. Preview all of ABC's new series inside!

ABC Cancels 'Happy Endings,' 'Red Widow,' 'Malibu Country' and 'Body of Proof'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:28:07 +0000

And so, as general chaos emerges from ABC between the pickup of Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' and the multiple renewals being vomited forth, 'Happy Endings' fans are subject to some very sad news. Not only has the beloved ABC comedy been cancelled, but along with it 'Red Widow,' 'Malibu Country, 'How To Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life)' and 'Body of Proof.' Word is sketchy on 'The Neighbors,' but find out what you can do to save 'Happy Endings' inside!

ABC Renews 'Castle,' 'Modern Family,' 'Once Upon A Time,' 'Scandal,' 'Nashville,' 'Revenge' and More!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:51:47 +0000

Woo! Just minutes after ABC gave fans the most eagerly anticipated announcement that Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' would go to series, so too have a number of other ABC favorites been renewed. 'Castle,' 'Once Upon A Time,' 'Modern Family' 'Scandal,' 'Nashville,' 'Revenge,' 'Suburgatory' and 'Grey's Anatomy' have all earned additional season orders at the network, so find out the latest inside!

Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Picked Up By ABC!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:58:25 +0000

Well, we could have seen that coming! Perhaps the most buzzed about pilot of the season, Marvel's Joss Whedon-directed 'Avengers' tie-in series 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' has officially received a series order from ABC. The joyous news for Marvel fans comes as the latest major announcement out of the buzzing Upfront news, with rallying cries of "Coulson Lives" heard all around. Find out more about the 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' pickup inside!

'Zero Hour,' '666 Park Avenue' and 'Do No Harm' Get Summer Premiere Dates

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:50:25 +0000

It's getting to be that time of year when networks roll out their Upfront presentations, shoring up existing series for next year, though ABC, for one, has yet to make many official announcements over its renewed series. Even will all the cancellations and renewals, however, many have begun to announce premiere dates for unpopular series to burn off their remaining episodes, so when can you check out the final episodes of 'Zero Hour,' '666 Park Avenue' and 'Do No Harm'? find out inside!

'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Getting Another Title Change?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:58:59 +0000

A few weeks ago, we heard the lightly unnerving news that Marvel's Joss Whedon-helmed 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV series had undergone a minor name change, becoming 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' in full nomenclature. Mixed reactions to the title change aside, now we're finding that the upcoming ABC drama pilot may drop the "Marvel" in practice, to simply remain 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Clear up all the 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV series confusion inside!

Marvel's 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV Series: 'Angel's' J. August Richards Is a Hired Gunn!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:11:58 +0000

Fans of Joss Whedon's work looking forward to ABC and Marvel's forthcoming 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV series were naturally curious to hear if any Whedonverse alums would make it into the show, even if Whedon only acted as executive producer going forward. Now, our first major Whedon alum has landed a top-secret role in the 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' TV series, so find out what J. August Richards ('Angel's' Gunn) brings to the Marvel Universe inside!

'Once Upon A Time In Wonderland': Paul Reubens to Voice the White Rabbit!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 11:17:18 +0000

'Once Upon A Time' fans may have had a hard time getting behind the spin-off 'Once Upon A Time in Wonderland,' given that the pilot presentation would only consist of four scenes with potentially unfamiliar actors. Now, pilot has a big dose of pop culture power behind it, as Pee-Wee Herman himself, Paul Reubens, will lend his voice to the White Rabbit! Get the latest on 'Once Upon A Time in Wonderland' inside!

'Once Upon A Time In Wonderland' Adds New Title and Red Queen

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:00:12 +0000

It remains to be seen if ABC will move forward with its forthcoming 'Once Upon A Time' spinoff series, now changing its title from 'Once: Wonderland' to the mouthful of 'Once Upon A Time in Wonderland,' but the cast continues beefing up. Now joining the cast is 'Wonderland's' new "Red Queen," but will she be as integral to the plot as the recent memorable portrayal from Helena Bonham Carter?

ABC's 'Happy Endings' Moving to USA?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:01:12 +0000

'Happy Endings' fans, your favorite show may soon live up to its namesake. After a largely disastrous move to Friday nights, it seems there may be hope on the horizon after all for ABC's 'Happy Endings,' which has struggled all season in its shuffling various schedules. New reports suggest that USA may attempt to ease its way into the original half-hour comedy market using 'Happy Endings' as an entry point, should ABC opt not to renew the fan-favorite series. Find out if fans will have future 'Happy Endings' inside!

'Once Upon A Time' Spinoff Titled 'Once: Wonderland,' Meet the New Cast!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:18:48 +0000

A few weeks prior, rumors emerged that ABC's 'Once Upon A Time' had grown large enough to birth its own spinoff, focusing on Lewis Carroll's Wonderland with Sebastian Stan's Mad Hatter at the helm. Those rumors ultimately proved unfounded, though 'Once' creators Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz did clarify that a potential presentation for a spinoff would move forward centering on classic heroine Alice. Now titled 'Once: Wonderland,' for the moment, are you ready to meet the new cast of the 'Once Upon A Time' spinoff?

2013 Oscars: The Most Watched Telecast in Three Years Goes to…

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:30:14 +0000

For some, Sunday is a day for sports, for others 'The Walking Dead,' and another sizable portion staring still in drooled anticipation of the March 31 premiere of 'Game of Thrones.' Yet on this particular Sunday, it seems all eyes were on the 2013 Oscars, watching Ben Affleck blubber about his 'Argo' win and Seth MacFarlane sing about Jennifer Lawrence's boobs. The numbers are in, and it seems the 2013 Oscars delivered the highest viewers of any telecast in 3 years! Find out how many watched inside!