Six TV Dramas To Watch For This Season
I write a lot of updates and reviews of the shows I follow during the year, mostly sci-fi, and here is a list of the shows I’ll be reviewing in the upcoming season. Three start in the fall and three in the spring.
Heroes (Season 3)
NBC, Sept. 22, 2008
I think there’s a good chance we’ll get the big, epic season we’ve been waiting for this year. I say this both because of the “villains” premise and because creator Tim Kring realized the error of his ways with season 2. Looking forward to finally seeing another FULL season. I just hope the don’t end up making me hate any of the characters I currently like!
Chuck (Season 2)
NBC, Sept 29, 2008
When the writer’s strike cut Chuck off last season, it was just getting into a really interesting arc– Casey was just informed that he would have to turn against Chuck. It wasn’t intended to end there, but it ended up a cliffhanger. The show was fresh, original comedy and I’m glad it’s coming back.
Smallville (Season 8 )
CW, Sept. 18, 2008
Yep, despite the fact that Smallville has lasted well beyond its time, it’s returning for another season. Without Lex. A lot of fans are worried it’s going to become Lois & Clark again, but it looks like Chloe will be back after all, which may help deflect that dynamic. Clark will finally work at the Daily Planet and start building a secret identity, though he still won’t be in costume. Oliver Queen/Green Arrow is returning as a regular (which will be the only thing to keep me tuning in, and even that may not be enough). They’re going to do Doomsday. I can’t see how they can possibly pull that off. I’ve kept up this far, so I’ll stay with it, but probaby won’t review this one weekly.
24 (Season 7)
Fox, January, 2009
Next spring, 24 FINALLY returns after a year-and-a-half hiatus. Season 6 was kind of a bore, and I for one was happy for the breather. I’m excited to get into the show again and there are a lot of rumors that Tony really ISN’T dead (he didn’t get a silent clock, if you’ll recall) and that he’ll be Jack’s nemesis this year.
Lost (Season 5)
ABC, January 2009
My predictions for the next season of Lost are here. Only two more seasons left, and I think after this year, the show has really found its feet again. Lost is my favorite show to write about because there’s so much to discuss and speculate about, rather than just doing regular reviews.
Dollhouse (Season 1)
Fox, January, 2009
Joss Whedon is finally returning to television. Dollhouse stars Eliza Dushku (Faith from Buffy) as a memory-wiped human, or doll, who is constantly reprogrammed by a company to be whatever they need her to be. She begins to remember pieces from her own past, and the show gets going. I think the trailer is a bit confusing, but it has potential and I’ve learned to trust Joss’ instincts– I’ve liked every series he’s produced so far (Buffy, Angel, Firefly). Angel’s Amy Acker will also be recurring character.
Termiator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles has also been signed for another season, starting in January. I enjoy this show and have written on it, but I don’t review it by episode.
It looks like a promsing year. Hopefully there won’t be a repeat of last season’s writer’s strike, but there is fear that it could happen again. All we can do is enjoy it while it lasts and pick up a good book when it goes away again.
LLAP
-Cap’n Logan
Tags: 24, ABC, Chuck, comedy, cw, Dollhouse, drama, fox, Heroes, Lost, NBC, Sci-Fi, season, Smallville, Television
July 8th, 2008 at 8:59 pm
What great taste you have in TV shows. Lost is my absolute favorite show ever and I’ve recommended to readers of my blog that don’t already watch it that they should catch up over the next 6 months, its worth it. I love Chuck and Heroes, missed them so when they didn’t come back after the strike. Looking forward to Dollhouse (loved Firefly, watching Buffy on DVD now). Gave up on 24 after season 2 because of violence and never watched Smallville, although my husband and teens love it.
I’m going to keep reading this blog now that I see your tastes in TV shows.
Jennifer’s last blog post..Are teens too young to play a beer pong video game?
July 8th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Jennifer–
I can understand your apprehension to the violence on 24. Sometimes it’s been a bit much for me, too. I think it’s the fresh format with a cliffhanger ending every episode (still feels fresh to me even after six seasons) and the incredible production value. It’s the most cinematic show I’ve ever seen. But the violence problem is not only in cringe factor but also predictability– Bauer always needs certain information in a certain amount of time, and he almost always gets it in the same way: torture someone until they tell you what you need to know. But I’ve managed not to take it too seriously because it’s become more and more far-fetched– every time there’s a terrorist attack it’s in LA, it’s always solved within 24 hours, and the terrorists always have a plan-within-a-plan-within-a-plan.
I appreciate your comments and your returning to read again!