The fall season caught me by surprise this year. Normally I get excited about all the new shows, but I'm more ambivalent this time around. I think it's due to my love of HBO original programming and their rolling premiere schedule. Still, I thought I would give you a list of some shows I like to watch regularly (not complete) and a couple new ones that seem interesting.
Ed: I think this is my favorite show. I'm tenative to say so as there are others I love, but this one will always be number one in my heart. I think this show is funny, smart and just sappy enough. The new season starts Wednesday, which is what inspired this post.
24: This was the best show on television last year. I felt like every single week added something to the plot and I was on the edge of my seat for most of every show. I'm pumped for "Day Three."
Law & Order: Criminal Intent: Sometimes I'll watch the other ones but I love Vincent D'Onofrio's shtick on this show. I know it's over the top and completely unrealistic, but I'm still highly amused.
Home Movies: I thought this show was never coming back, but there are new episodes in November. The best animated show on television right now. No joke.
Six Feet Under: I used to adore this show. Last season was a little disappointing. It just seemed like it was all build up to something that never happened. I hope this season is better.
The Wire: The second season just ended but I needed to mention this show. So good.
Curb Your Enthusiasm: Where are the new shows? Best sitcom on tv.
Ali G: Where are the new shows? Best variety show starting a wanksta.
The Daily Show: Two Emmys yesterday. I watch this show every day.
Boston Public: I'm pretty sure I need to file this one under guilty pleasures. I have a funny feeling this may be the last season thogh.
The OC: Obviousy a guilty pleasure. Still, the writing is clever and the characters are entertaining, not to mention nice to look at.
There are more shows I like to watch, but instead I'll mention a few new ones.
Carnivale: I haven't seen an episode yet but it could be interesting.
K Street: I saw an episode and it's sort of interesting, but might tank.
Handler: Joe Pantoliano's new show on CBS. I think he is great so I will try this one out.
The Brotherhood of Poland, N.H.: The premise sounds a little unusual but I will always give David E. Kelley a chance.
That's about it. Any shows you're dying to check out?
09/22/03 1:00 PM
I'm glad I saw this post, because I didn't know ED was premiering this week. It's also one of my favorite shows, but it remains to be seen whether the show will survive Ed and Carol finally getting together (back when they thought the series was going to be over).
Of course, the premiere I'm most looking forward to is ALIAS this Sunday. Thrust into the future 2 years and your boyfriend is now married to someone else and your spy father and counterspy mother have run off together? Good stuff! And Jennifer Garner is a total hottie.
09/22/03 8:22 PM
Alias, Smallville and Angel. Three great season finales that really left me thirsting to find out what the hell is going to happen.
09/22/03 9:08 PM
I only watch three shows regularly. Ed, Criminal Intent, and Crossing Jordan. I just told Moria this today... Criminal Intent is really "my show." I have never been into TV all that much. While I've always had a few shows I like to watch, they're usually just for a little amusement. They're not an important part of my life. But I SERIOUSLY CARE about CI. I can't explain it. I love Goren like he's a member of my family. Last night, when he was upset over all that crap, I felt sick to my stomach. What's UP with that? This is not a show like Dawson's Creek where you're supposed to get emotionally involved. They make a point of staying out of the characters' lives. But I love Bobby Goren. I do. (God, Vincent D'Onofrio rocks so hard.)
That's the end of my rant, sorry.
10/01/03 12:43 AM
I used to love Ed during the first season, I think it began juming the shark during season two when they just dragged the whole will they won't they (Ed & Carol) plot line (how many girlfriends must Ed dump? The principal and Carol plotline was good and I thought it sucked that Ed broke it up on her wedding day. I'm afraid, this season will be the same as when Bruce Willis and Sybil Shepard finally did it on Moonlighting (or when Rob Morrow and Janine Turner did it on Norther Exposure)