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New Show Introduction: Saving Hope

Posted in New Shows, News, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on June 3, 2012| Leave a Comment »

On June 7, the new Canadian series Saving Hope will debut on NBC at 9 PM.

When the charismatic Chief of Surgery at Toronto’s Hope-Zion Hospital, Charlie Harris (Michael Shanks from Stargate: SG-1), ends up in a coma, he leaves the hospital in chaos – and his fiancée and fellow surgeon, Alex Reid (Erica Durance from Smallville), in a state of shock. Along with newly-arrived star surgeon, Joel Goran (Daniel Gillies from The Vampire Diaries), Alex races to save Harris’ life. As the action unfolds, a comatose Dr. Harris explores the hospital halls in “spirit” form, not sure if he’s a ghost or a figment of his own imagination. Reid, along with her fellow doctors, presses on to save his life and those of their other patients, as they deal with the complicated and courageous decisions that are made in their daily struggle to keep hope alive.

Here is a trailer for Saving Hope.

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The MTV Horror-Laced Drama Teen Wolf Is Back

Posted in News, Paley Center, Television on June 2, 2012| Leave a Comment »

The MTV horror-laced drama series Teen Wolf will be back for its second season starting tomorrow night with a 2-night premiere event. In honor of that premiere, the Paley Center for Media recently held a special screening and Q&A panel with the cast members and creative mind behind the show that is loosely (and I mean LOOSELY) based on the Michael J. Fox 1980’s comedy flick of the same name that helped to launch his career.

To recap, Teen Wolf revolves around social outcast Scott McCall (Tyler Posey), a young lacrosse player at Beacon Hills High School whose life is drastically changed when he is bitten by a werewolf. But with the help of his best friend, Stiles (Dylan O’Brien), and a mysterious werewolf, Derek (Tyler Hoechlin), he is forced to balance his newfound identity among the many dangers it presents to his life. Scott is also having trouble keeping his secret his from the girl he loves, Allison (Crystal Reed), who he soon finds out is part of a family that hunts werewolves. Meanwhile at school, Scott has to deal with his adversary, Jackson (Colton Haynes) and his mean-girl girlfriend Lydia (Holland Roden).

As season one progressed, [SPOILER ALERT] Scott learned to deal with his “condition” (as best he can) with Stiles by his side at all times; Allison learned the truth about Scott and Derek eventually became the Alpha of the werewolf pack after the reveal that his mentally-challenged uncle was the source behind Scott’s condition and that Allison’s aunt was the reason for Derek’s family’s death.

With season two just around the corner, it was a great delight to see an advanced screening of the first half of the two-night premiere, which not only finds Scott and Allison hiding their ongoing relationship from her extremely disapproving parents; Jackson and Lydia overcoming their own attacks by Derek’s uncle and Derek himself and the introduction of a new character, to be portrayed by Battlestar Galactica alum Michael Hogan, that will change the direction of Allison’s life, possibly for good, and jeopardize Derek’s and Scott’s lives.

During the Paley Center’s panel cast members Tyler, Posey, Dylan O’Brien, Crystal Reed, Tyler Hoechlin, Holland Roden and Colton Haynes as well as executive producer Jeff Davis were on hand to share some insights into what it is like to be a part of the show, including the amount of time some of them spend in the make-up chair, just how much of the show is CGI-heavy and joking about the amount of skin they all have to show (among other things)

Despite his best efforts moderator Michael Schneider, the LA Bureau Chief for TV Guide, was unable to crack Jeff Davis for spoilers; but suffice it to say, from what is presented in the first hour of the season premiere fans will not be disappointed. Davis did share one thing: that the cast is growing with the addition of new members, including Stephen Lunsford, who plays Matt a possible new love interest for Allison; Gage Golightly, who plays Erica, a classmate who is a newly turned werewolf and Daniel Sharman, who plays Isaac, another classmate who is newly turned who is the “anti-Scott”.

Make sure to check out the two-night season premiere of Teen Wolf on MTV starting tomorrow night after the MTV Movie Awards and watch the conclusion Monday night (June 4) at 10 PM. You can also check your local listings for additional airings as MTV will be reairing the two-hour (plus) premeire.

Don’t miss it!!

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New Show Introduction: Longmire

Posted in New Shows, News, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on May 31, 2012| Leave a Comment »

The debut of the new show A&E drama series Longmire will on June 3 at 10 PM.

Widowed only a year, Longmire (Robert Taylor from The Matrix) is a man in psychic repair that buries his pain behind a brave face and dry wit. Struggling since his wife’s death and at the urging of his daughter, Cady (Cassidy Freeman from Smallville), Longmire knows that the time has come to turn his life around. With the help of Vic (Katee Sackhoff from Battlestar Galactica), a female deputy new to the department, he becomes reinvigorated about his job and committed to running for re-election. When Branch (Bailey Chase from Saving Grace), an ambitious, young deputy decides to run against him for sheriff, Longmire feels betrayed but remains steadfast in his dedication to the community. Longmire often turns to close friend and confidant Henry Standing Bear (Lou Diamond Phillips from Stargate Universe) for support as he sets out to rebuild both his personal and professional life, one step at a time.

Here is a trailer for Longmire.

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Summer TV Reminder: What’s Airing Next Week

Posted in New Shows, News, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, TV Calendar on May 31, 2012| Leave a Comment »

Here is a list of what new TV shows and returning summer favorites to expect to air this coming week:

There will be a Jane By Design marathon on the ABC Family starting at 9 AM on June 3. Please check your local listings for exact airtimes.

On June 3, the Lifetime series Drop Dead Diva returns for a new season at 9 PM.

The Glades will return for a third season on A&E at 9 PM followed by the debut of the new show Longmire at 10 PM both on June 3.

On June 3, Teen Wolf will return for its second season with a two-night premiere on MTV at 11 PM. Please check local listings for airtime since the premiere will air after the MTV Movie Awards.

The second night of the Teen Wolf two-hour premiere will air at 10 PM on MTV on June 4.

On June 5, the TNT series Rizzoli & Isles and Franklin & Bash will be back for new seasons at 9 and 10 PM.

Pretty Little Liars and Jane By Design will both be back with new seasons on ABC Family at 8 and 9 PM respectively on June 5.

On June 6, both Royal Pains and Necessary Roughness will be back for their new season at 9 and 10 PM respectively on the USA Network.

The new Canadian series Saving Hope will debut on NBC at 9 PM on June 7.

Mark your calendars!

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It’s a Jane Austen World After All (Part 12)

Posted in Books, News, Recommendations on May 30, 2012| Leave a Comment »

Here is the next list of modern-day writers who, in their own way, have paid homage to Jane Austen’s legendary stories. The first author has written nine books while the second author has written eight books either inspired by Austen’s characters or based on the author herself.

Dear Mr. Darcy by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Dear Mr. Darcy: A Retelling of Pride and Prejudice”
To Be Released on August 7, 2012

In this imaginative retelling of Pride and Prejudice, the classic story is seen through the eyes of its compelling romantic hero, Fitzwilliam Darcy—in a series of revealing letters that casts a sparkling new reflection on the manners and morals of the landed gentry in 19th-century England. Here, for the first time, are the letters written by the exceedingly proud and stubborn Mr. Darcy, covering the life-changing events that defined him. Try as he may, he cannot deny his attraction to this woman with fine eyes, a playful spirit, a mind of her own… and an embarrassing family that is frankly, and utterly, beneath him. But it is Elizabeth who controls both their destinies, and whose surprises will change Darcy’s life yet again.

Henry Tilney’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Henry Tilney’s Diary”
Released on December 6, 2011

This book is a charming retelling of Northanger Abbey seen through Henry Tilney’s eyes. At the age of four and twenty, Henry is content with his life as a clergyman, leaving his older brother Frederick to inherit Northanger Abbey. But General Tilney is determined to increase the family’s means by having all three of his children marry wealthy partners. During a trip to Bath, Henry meets the delightful Miss Catherine Morland and believes he may have found the woman he’s been looking for, although she has no great fortune. When the General takes an unusual liking to Catherine and invites her to visit the Abbey, Henry is thrilled. But just as in the Gothic novels Henry loves, not everything is as it seems.

Wickham’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Wickham’s Diary”
Released on April 1, 2011

At university Darcy and Wickham grow apart. Wickham runs through the money Darcy gives him and then takes up with the scandalous Belle. After Belle and Wickham run through a small fortune gambling and cavorting, Wickham turns to Anne de Bourgh to replenish his coffers. But the lady is not at home, and Wickham follows her and her money to Bath. Once there he bumps into Belle again, who is now a companion to Georgiana Darcy. With Belle’s help, Wickham sees his opening to seduce the young Miss Darcy and secure the fortune he’s always dreamt of. Darcy swoops in to foil the elopement at the last minute, leaving Belle and Wickham fleeing his wrath. Penniless, Wickham is encouraged to enlist by one of his friends. The novella ends just before he meets the Bennets.

A Darcy Christmas by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE (with Sharon Lathan and Carolyn Eberhart)
“A Darcy Christmas”
Released on October 1, 2010

This holiday book includes the following Christmas stories: “Christmas Present by Amanda Grange; “A Darcy Christmas” by Sharon Lathan (more on Sharon further below) and “Mr. Darcy’s Christmas Carol” by Carolyn Eberhart

Colonel Brandon’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Colonel Brandon’s Diary”
Released on July 7, 2009

At the age of eighteen, James Brandon’s world is shattered when the girl he loves, Eliza, is forced to marry his brother. In despair, he joins the army and leaves England for the East Indies for the next several years. Upon his return, he finds Eliza in a debtor’s prison. He rescues her from her terrible situation, but she is dying of consumption and he can do nothing but watch and wait. Heartbroken at her death, he takes some consolation in her illegitimate daughter, who he raises as his ward. But at the age of fifteen, his ward goes missing. Devastated by the thought of what could have happened to her, he is surprised to find himself falling in love with Marianne Dashwood. But Marianne is falling in love with the charismatic Willoughby.

Edmund Bertram’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Edmund Bertram’s Diary”
Released on August 5, 2008

This is the retelling of Jane Austen’s novel Mansfield Park from the point of view of Edmund Bertram. At ten years of age, Fanny Price came to live with Edmund Bertram and his family at Mansfield Park. Far from the brat Edmund expected, Fanny became his closest confidante and dearest friend. But when the fashionable Crawford siblings— Henry and Mary—come to town, they captivate the Bertram family. Henry embarks on a scandalous flirtation with Edmund’s sister, who is already betrothed to another, while Edmund is enchanted by Mary’s beauty and wit. But when it appears that Mary is not all who she seems to be, Edmund will turn to the one woman who has always been at his side to find the happiness he deserves—Fanny.

Captain Wentworth’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Captain Wentworth’s Diary”
Released on May 6, 2008

This book is the retelling of Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion from the point of view of Captain Frederick Wentworth. During his shore leave from the Navy, he falls in love with the elegant and intelligent Miss Anne Elliot—only to see his hopes of marrying her dashed by her godmother. Eight years later, he has realized his ambitions; he is a wealthy captain, who has pushed his memories of Anne to the furthest recesses of his mind—until he sees her again. And though Anne’s bloom has faded, Wentworth is surprised to find that his regard for her wit and warmth has not.

Mr. Knightley’s Diary by Amanda Grange

AMANDGA GRANGE
“Mr. Knightley’s Diary”
Released on October 2, 2007

Relive Jane Austen’s Emma- from Mr. Knightley’s point of view. Between managing his estate and visiting his brother in London, Mr. Knightley is both exasperated and amused by his irresistibly beautiful, outrageously mischievous neighbor, Emma Woodhouse, whose misguided attempts at matchmaking are wreaking havoc in the village of Highbury. But when a handsome newcomer arrives and catches Emma’s attention, Mr. Knightley is shocked by his reaction. Amusement gives way to another emotion entirely-for his unreasonable dislike of the handsome newcomer seems suspiciously like jealousy.

Mr. Darcy’s Diary: A Novel by Amanda Grange

AMANDA GRANGE
“Mr. Darcy’s Diary: A Novel”
Released on April 4, 2007

This is a retelling of Pride & Prejudice from Fitzwilliam Darcy’s point of view via an imagined diary of a clever sort: This story reproduces, word for word and comma for comma, conversations from the original novel, but shifts the perspective to reported speech in Darcy’s first-person, with his commentary on the encounters.

Miss Darcy Falls in Love by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“Miss Darcy Falls in Love”
Released on November 1, 2011

This book follows Mr. Darcy’s younger sister into the world of classical music. Noble young ladies were expected to play an instrument, but societal restrictions would have chafed for Georgiana Darcy, an accomplished musician. Her tour of Europe draws the reader into the musical life of the day, and a riveting love story of a young woman learning to direct her destiny and understand her own heart.

The Trouble with Mr. Darcy by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“The Trouble with Mr. Darcy”
Released on April 1, 2011

In this book, George Wickham returns to Hertfordshire bent on creating trouble, and Elizabeth and her newborn son are thrown into danger. Knowing that Wickham has nothing left to lose, Darcy and Fitzwilliam rush to the rescue in a race against time. This lushly romantic story takes a turn for the swashbuckling when Mr. Darcy has to confront the villainous Wickham and his own demons at the same time.

In the Arms of Mr. Darcy by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“In the Arms of Mr. Darcy”
Released on October 1, 2010

This lushly romantic and historically fascinating story is filled with lavish details of Regency customs and social events including Elizabeth’s presentation to the Prince Regent, Georgiana’s debut at the exclusive Almack’s Assembly, and the Darcy’s’ travels through the dramatic Peak District of Derbyshire. Romance finds nearly everyone as confirmed bachelor Richard Fitzwilliam sets his sights on the seemingly unattainable Lady Fotherby, Georgiana Darcy learns to flirt, the very serious Kitty Bennet develops her first crush, and Caroline Bingley meets her match. Through it all, Elizabeth and Darcy are kept busy helping friends and family navigate true love’s inevitably rocky course.

NOTE: See “A Darcy Christmas” (October 1, 2010) above for details on that book co-written by Sharon Lathan.

My Dearest Mr. Darcy by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“My Dearest Mr. Darcy”
Released on January 1, 2010

Darcy is more deeply in love with his wife than ever. As the golden summer draws to a close and the Darcy’s’ look ahead to the end of their first year of marriage, Mr. Darcy could never have imagined his love could grow even deeper with the passage of time. Lizzy is full of surprises. Elizabeth is unpredictable and lively, pulling Darcy out of his stern and serious demeanor with her teasing and temptation. Looking ahead and planning for celebrations and life events large and small, Lizzy can still catch Darcy unawares when he least expects it. But surprising events force the Darcy’s’ to weather absence and illness, and to discover whether they can find a way to build a bond of everlasting love and desire.

Loving Mr. Darcy: Journeys Beyond Pemberley by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“Loving Mr. Darcy: Journeys Beyond Pemberley”
Released on September 1, 2009

This book continues where Two Shall Become One ended when Darcy and Lizzy leave the comfortable confines of their honeymoon months at Pemberley for the broader world of London and other areas of England. Adventures are experienced, friends and relatives interact, fun is the focus, and extraordinary English Regency Era sights will be explored. But anchoring and weaving within is the revealing of a love and marriage in its purest embodiment as the young lovers deepen their sacred bond.

Mr. & Mrs. Fitzwilliam Darcy: Two Shall Become One by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“Mr. & Mrs. Fitzwilliam Darcy: Two Shall Become One”
Released on March 1, 2009

It’s Darcy and Elizabeth’s wedding day, and the journey is just beginning: marriage and a life together filled with surprising passion, tender self-discovery, and the simple joys of every day. As their love story unfolds, Darcy and Elizabeth reveal to each other how their relationship blossomed. From misunderstanding to perfect understanding and harmony, theirs is a marriage filled with romance, sensuality, and the beauty of a deep, abiding love.

The Darcys at Year’s End by Sharon Lathan

SHARON LATHAN
“The Darcys at Year’s End”
Released on July 10, 2008

This book follows Journeys Beyond Pemberley and Two Shall Become One. Elizabeth and Darcy have been married nine bliss-filled months when our story resumes. Happily ensconced at Pemberley, they await the birth of their first child with beloved family and friends surrounding. It is a period of peace and anticipation, with a number of adventures, as time marches toward both their first anniversary and the end of the chronological year. Join our favorite couple as their relationship reaches new heights with each passing day, as they vacation at the seaside, as they welcome their firstborn, as they celebrate their anniversary and second Christmas as a family, and as they at every turn embrace the love gifted to them.

More lists coming soon…

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Box Office Movies Coming Out in June

Posted in Movies, News on May 28, 2012| Leave a Comment »

Based on information provided by the Dark Horizons site and internet research, here are just some of the movies you can expect to see in the movie theatres in June:

Snow White and the Huntsman
Opens: June 1

In the alternative world of the Middle Ages, the ruthless Queen Ravenna has conquered several European kingdoms and plans to take over the Kingdom of England, but she realizes that her stepdaughter, Snow White, is destined to surpass her not only as the “Fairest One of All,” but also as the kingdom’s successor. The cast includes Charlize Theron, Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, Sam Clafin and Ian McShane.

Bel Ami
Opens: June 8

This film chronicles the rise of a young man to power in Paris via his manipulation of the city’s most influential and wealthy women. The cast include Robert Pattinson, Uma Thurman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Christina Ricci and Colm Meaney.

Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted
Opens: June 8

Four former zoo animals still trying to return to New York end up stranded in Monte Carlo; from there they join a travelling circus which moves around several European cities, along the way helping the other creatures in the circus rediscover their passion for performing. Voices will be provided by Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett-Smith and Frances McDormand.

Prometheus
Opens: June 8

In the late 21st century, a star map is discovered within the archaeological imagery of several otherwise unconnected cultures. The crew of the faster-than-light spaceship, Prometheus, are sent on a scientific expedition to follow the map as part of an outer space exploration mission to find the origins of mankind. Exploring the advanced civilization of an extraterrestrial race and discovering their amazing technology, they soon face a threat to humanity’s very existence. The cast includes Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Idris Elba, Logan Marshall-Green and Guy Pearce.

Safety Not Guaranteed
Opens: June 8

The film follows three employees of a magazine as they investigate an ad that reads: “Wanted: Somebody to go back in time with me. This is not a joke. You’ll get paid after we get back. Must bring your own weapons. I have only done this once before. Safety not guaranteed.” The film stars Aubrey Plaza, Jake M. Johnson, Karan Soni and Mark Duplass.

Rock of Ages
Opens: June 15

The film follows waitress Sherrie Christian (Julianne Hough) and busboy Drew Boley (Diego Boneta) who fall in love during the pop metal era of the 1980s. The cast includes Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Tom Cruise, Malin Akerman, Paul Giamatti and Mary J. Blige.

The Woman in the Fifth
Opens: June 15

Ethan Hawke plays American writer who moves to Paris to try and rebuild his relationship with his estranged wife and his six year-old daughter. It soon comes to light he has a history of violence and a not particularly good grasp on reality – he soon ends up robbed and stuck in a seedy hotel where things take a turn for the decidedly weird. The cast includes Kristin Scott Thomas, Joanna Kulig and Samir Guesmi.

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Opens: June 22

This film re-imagines the life of President Abraham Lincoln to have a secret identity as a vampire killer who seeks the beast that killed his mother. The cast includes Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper, Anthony Mackie and Mary Elizabeth Winstead.

Brave
Opens: June 22

This animation film involves a feisty young princess setting out to discover true bravery to undo a curse on the kingdom. The voices will be provided by Kelly Macdonald, Julie Walters, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson and Kevin McKidd.

Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
Opens: June 22

The story has an extinction-level meteor shower headed for Earth and a man (Steve Carrell) finds himself alone after his wife leaves in a panic. He ends up going on a road trip to reunite with his high school sweetheart with the help of a neighbor (Kiera Knightley), who inadvertently puts a wrench in his plan. The cast includes Melanie Lynskey, Adam Brody, William Petersen, Patton Oswalt, Connie Britton, Rob Corddry and Mark Moses.

Magic Mike
Opens: June 29

The story is loosely based on actor Channing Tatum’s experiences as a teenage male stripper in Florida in the late 90’s where he was mentored by the titular Mike. In the film, Tatum will take on the role of Mike. The cast includes Alex Pettyfer, Matthew McConaughey, Matt Bomer and Joe Manganiello.

People Like Us
Opens: June 29

This film tells the story of a struggling man who, after flying home to L.A. for the funeral of his estranged record-producer father, discovers that the will stipulates that he must deliver $150,000 in cash to a 30-year-old alcoholic sister he never knew existed, and her troubled 12-year-old son. The cast includes Chris Pine, Olivia Wilde, Elizabeth Banks, Michelle Pfeiffer, Mark Duplass and Jon Favreau.

Take This Waltz
Opens: June 29

The film centers around Margot, a 28 year old freelance writer who lives in a charming house on a leafy street in the Little Portugal section of Toronto, as she struggles with and examines her feelings for Lou, her husband of five years, while exploring a new relationship with Daniel, an artist and rickshaw driver who lives across the street. The cast includes Michelle Williams, Seth Rogen, Sarah Silverman and Luke Kirby.

Movies coming out in July will be posted at the end of June.

Enjoy!

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Spring TV Reminder: What’s Airing Next Week

Posted in New Shows, News, Recommendations, Television, TV Calendar on May 24, 2012| Leave a Comment »

Here is a list of what new TV shows to expect to air this coming week:

On May 29, the Canadian series The L.A. Complex will air its season finale on The CW at 9 PM.

The two-hour season finale of the new FOX drama Touch will air at 8 PM on May 31.

On June 1, the season finale of the new Starz series Magic City will air at 10 PM.

Mark your calendars!

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Movie of the Week Reminder: Hatfields & McCoys

Posted in Movies, News, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on May 24, 2012| Leave a Comment »

On May 28, the History Channel will debut the original three-part mini-series Hatfields & McCoys starting tonight at 9 PM.

The mini-series will focus on the legendary family feud between the Hatfields and McCoy families that stars Kevin Costner and Bill Paxton as heads of the separate households.

The cast includes Jena Malone, Lindsay Pulsipher, Mare Winningham, Matt Barr, Powers Boothe and Tom Berenger.

Here is a trailer for Hatfields & McCoys.

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Full 2012-2013 TV Season (All Major Networks)

Posted in New Shows, News, Television, TV Calendar on May 17, 2012| Leave a Comment »

Now that all five major networks (ABC, CBS, The CW, FOX and NBC) have announced their schedules for the 2012-2013 TV season, here is the full schedule for the entire week.

These charts should help you to see what shows are competing in all the timeslots and to plan your recording and viewing time accordingly.

NOTE: Please keep in mind that these schedules are not made in stone; and the networks could easily change any of the programming at any time.

Monday and Tuesday

Wednesday and Thursday

Friday and Saturday

Sunday

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UPDATED: New Dramas at The CW

Posted in New Shows, News, Television, Video on May 17, 2012| Leave a Comment »

The following are descriptions of the five new dramas from The CW; three that will air this fall, the fourth that will debut in January 2013 and the last one, Cult, that is expected to premiere during mid-season. There are cast photos for all five new dramas below but only trailers for the three dramas that will air this fall are currently available:

ARROW – (Wednesday Nights at 8 PM)

PREMISE: After a violent shipwreck, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island in the Pacific. When he returns home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira, much-beloved sister Thea, and best friend Tommy welcome him home, but they sense Oliver has been changed by his ordeal on the island. While Oliver hides the truth about the man he’s become, he desperately wants to make amends for the actions he took as the boy he was. Most particularly, he seeks reconciliation with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance. As Oliver reconnects with those closest to him, he secretly creates the persona of Arrow – a vigilante – to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory. By day, Oliver plays the role of a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer he used to be – flanked by his devoted chauffeur/bodyguard, John Diggle – while carefully concealing the secret identity he turns to under cover of darkness. However, Laurel’s father, Detective Quentin Lance, is determined to arrest the vigilante operating in his city. Meanwhile, Oliver’s own mother, Moira, knows much more about the deadly shipwreck than she has let on – and is more ruthless than he could ever imagine.

CAST: Stephen Amell (Private Practice and Heartland), Colin Donnell (Pan Am), Katie Cassidy (Melrose Place and Supernatural), David Ramsey (Blue Bloods), Willa Holland (The O.C.), Susanna Thompson (Once and Again) and Paul Blackthorne (The River).

CREATIVE TEAM: Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg and David Nutter are executive producers. David Nutter directed the pilot.

UPDATED:
TRAILER FOR ARROW:

ARROW

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST – (Thursday Nights at 9 PM)

PREMISE: Detective Catherine Chandler is a smart, no-nonsense homicide detective. Several years earlier, Catherine witnessed the murder of her mother at the hands of two gunmen. Catherine would have been killed too, but someone – or something – saved her. No one has ever believed her, but she knows it wasn’t an animal that attacked the assassins…it was human. Years have passed, and Catherine is a strong, confident, capable police officer, working alongside her equally talented partner, Tess. While investigating a murder, Catherine discovers a clue that leads her to a handsome doctor named Vincent Keller, who was reportedly killed by enemy fire while serving in Afghanistan in 2002. Catherine learns that Vincent is actually still alive and that it was he who saved her many years before. For mysterious reasons that have forced him to live outside of traditional society, Vincent has been in hiding for the past 10 years to guard his secret – when he is enraged, he becomes a terrifying beast, unable to control his super-strength and heightened senses. Catherine agrees to protect his identity in return for any insight he may have into her mother’s murder. Thus begins a complex relationship between Catherine and Vincent, who are powerfully drawn to each other yet understand that their connection is extremely dangerous for both of them.

CAST: Kristin Kreuk (Smallville), Jay Ryan (Terra Nova), Max Brown (The Tudors and MI-5), Nina Lisandrello (Nurse Jackie), Nicole Gale Anderson (Make It or Break It), Austin Basis (Life Unexpected), and Brian White (Men of a Certain Age)

CREATIVE TEAM: Jennifer Levin, Sherri Cooper, Bill Haber, Paul J. Witt, Tony Thomas, Ron Koslow and Gary Fleder are executive producers.

PREVIEW CLIP FOR BEAUTY AND THE BEAST:

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

EMILY OWENS, M.D. – (Tuesday Nights at 9 PM)

PREMISE: At long last, Emily Owens feels like she is an actual grown-up. She can finally put her high school days as the geeky-girl-with-flop-sweats behind her; she’s graduated from medical school and is now a first-year intern at Denver Memorial Hospital, where she’ll have the chance to work with world-famous cardiologist Dr. Gina Beckett – and where, not-so-coincidentally, her med-school crush Will Rider is also an intern. So why does everyone keep warning her that the hospital is just like high school? Emily soon finds out the hard way – her high school nemesis, the gorgeous, popular Cassandra Kopelson, is also just starting out at Denver Memorial, and it seems like they’re rivals all over again – not only as surgical interns, but for Will’s attention. Fellow intern Tyra Granger warns Emily that the cliques at Denver Memorial are all too familiar: the jocks have become orthopedic surgeons; the mean girls are in plastics; the rebels are in the ER, and Tyra has her own awkward place as the principal’s kid – her father is the chief resident. Emily’s the new kid all over again, and it’s just as awkward as high school. Only this time around, Emily will have to balance the personal and emotional turmoil of social politics with the high-stakes world of life-and-death medical decisions. At least she has fellow intern Tyra and nerdy-but-cute resident Micah, to count on as friends. Emily is growing to realize that although she may be a geek, she may also grow to be a great doctor, flop sweats and all.

CAST: Mamie Gummer (Off the Map), Justin Hartley (Smallville), Michael Rady (Melrose Place and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants), newcomer Aja Naomi King, Kelly McCreary (White Collar) and Necar Zadegan (24 and The Event).

CREATIVE TEAM: Jennie Snyder Urman, Dan Jinks and Bharat Nalluri are the executive producers. Bharat Nalluri directed the pilot.

PREVIEW CLIP FOR EMILY OWENS, M.D.:

EMILY OWENS, M.D.

THE CARRIE DIARIES – Mid-Season (Expected to Air Monday Nights at 9 PM Starting January 2013)

PREMISE: It’s 1984, and life isn’t easy for 16-year-old Carrie Bradshaw. Since their mother passed away, Carrie’s younger sister Dorritt is more rebellious than ever, and their father Tom is overwhelmed with the responsibility of suddenly having to care for two teenage girls on his own. Carrie’s friends – sweet, geeky Mouse, sarcastic and self-assured Maggie and sensitive Walt – make life bearable, but a suburban life in Connecticut isn’t doing much to take her mind off her troubles. And even though the arrival of a sexy new transfer student named Sebastian brings some excitement to Carrie’s world, she is struggling to move on from her grief. So when Tom offers Carrie the chance to intern at a law firm in Manhattan, she leaps at the chance. Carrie’s eyes are opened wide at the glamour and grit of New York City – and when she meets Larissa, the style editor for Interview magazine, she’s inspired by the club culture and unique individuals that make up Larissa’s world. Carrie’s friends and family may have a big place in her heart, but she’s fallen in love for the first time with the most important man in her life – Manhattan.

CAST: AnnaSophia Robb (Soul Surfer), Austin Butler (Switched at Birth and Life Unexpected), Ellen Wong (Scott Pilgrim vs. the World), Katie Findlay (The Killing and Stargate Universe), Stefania Owen (Running Wilde and The Lovely Bones) Brendan Dooling (An Elf’s Story: The Elf on the Shelf), Chloe Bridges (90210), Freema Agyeman (Doctor Who and Law & Order: UK) and Matt Letscher (Eli Stone and Scandal).

CREATIVE TEAM: Amy B. Harris, Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage, Len Goldstein and Candace Bushnell are executive producers. Miguel Arteta directed the pilot.

UPDATED:
TRAILER FOR THE CARRIE DIARIES:
THE CARRIE DIARIES

CULT – Mid-Season (No Night or Timeslot Scheduled Yet):

PREMISE: Investigative journalist Jeff Sefton has learned to laugh off his brother Nate’s relentless string of obsessions, especially his latest rant that a hit TV show intends to harm him. However, when his brother mysteriously disappears, Jeff takes Nate’s paranoia seriously, and in the process uncovers the dark underworld of the TV show “Cult” and its rabid fans. The only person who seems willing to help Jeff with his investigation is Skye, a young research assistant for “Cult,” who has also started to grow suspicious of the increasingly dark happenings surrounding the show. The fictitious show, centered on the cat-and-mouse game between charismatic cult leader Billy Grimm and LAPD detective Kelly Collins, has become an obsession for its viewers – and now some of its devotees seem to be taking their fixation to deadly extremes in the real world. As Jeff and Skye dig deeper into the fan world, they discover that the gruesome plot twists on television are much more than fantasy for some very unfortunate people. The hardcore fans of “Cult” would kill to see what happens next.

CAST: Matt Davis (The Vampire Diaries), Jessica Lucas (Melrose Place and Cloverfield), Alona Tal (Supernatural and The Killing) and Robert Knepper (Prison Break).

CREATIVE TEAM: Rockne S. O’Bannon, Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage, Len Goldstein (“Hart of Dixie”) and Jason Ensler are the executive producers. Jason Ensler directed the pilot.

UPDATED:
TRAILER FOR CULT:

CULT

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