May 12, 2008
While many networks might be in trouble next Fall due to the writers' strike shrinking the new pilot season, ABC is looking quite good. It has a solid stable of returning favorites (Ugly Betty, Grey's Anatomy, Desperate Housewives), hit reality shows (The Bachelor, Dancing with the Stars) and a solid 2007 freshman class that will return for sophomore seasons (Pushing Daisies, Dirty Sexy Money, Samantha Who?). This doesn't leave much room for new or bubble shows, so this season ABC is cleaning out its closet, dumping a lot of iffy shows while picking up a few gems from other networks.
May 5, 2008
Men In Trees has been canceled. The Anne Heche-led series has had its fair share of ups and downs over its short life. It has had its moments (especially when placed after Grey's Anatomy on the schedule) but Men In Trees turned into one of those shows that suffered from schizophrenic scheduling, ABC moving it all around its prime time landscape, as well as keeping it off the air for long stretches of time. Now, it is gone for good. The Hollywood Reporter took a look at a number of so-called “on the bubble” shows today and their conclusions are somewhat surprising. Keep reading to find out the possible (probable, maybe) fates of Reaper, Moonlight, Boston Legal and more.
April 30, 2008
Last week on Boston Legal, we saw Episode 4.18, "The Court Supreme," which followed Alan Shore (James Spader) as he presented an appeal to the Supreme Court regarding a mentally challenged man who was unfortunately convicted of statutory rape. Lorraine Weller (Saffron Burrows) on the other hand, approached Katie Lloyd (Tara Summers) with unexpected news about Jerry Espenson's (Christian Clemenson) girlfriend. In tonight's episode, we'll be seeing more of the Legal crew as Denny Crane (William Shatner) does something very unexpected.
Boston Legal's Episode 4.19, entitled "Indecent Proposals" will air tonight in its new timeslot at 10pm. Read on to see what's to come in tonight's episode.
February 26, 2008
Emmy Award-winning actor William Shatner, known most for his roles on Star Trek and ABC's Boston Legal, has signed with Big Screen Entertainment Group (BSEG) on multiple projects. The actor and the full service entertainment company have already begun production on their first joint effort.
"We are beyond thrilled to be working with William Shatner, one of the most beloved and respected actors of our time," BSEG's CEO Kimberley Kates said. "After achieving icon status playing Captain James T. Kirk on Star Trek, he continues to entertain audiences every week on ABC's Boston Legal, 40 years later: Truly an amazing career."
February 20, 2008
Yesterday, ION Media Networks, Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement with 20th Century Television to air the hit ABC dramedy, Boston Legal, on ION Television starting this fall. The agreement falls in line with the company's efforts to provide popular and diverse entertainment.
“Boston Legal will be to ION Television what Denny Crane is to Crane, Poole & Schmidt – bold, outrageous and positively entertaining,” Brandon Burgess, chairman and CEO of ION Media Networks, said. “Smart writing, with humor and heart, and an all-star cast, including James Spader, Candice Bergen and William Shatner, makes this one of the best shows on television. We are excited to bring Boston Legal to millions of fans on the ION Television Network starting this Fall.”
February 12, 2008
William Shatner has made quite a name for himself in Hollywood. After starring as Captain Kirk on the original Star Trek series, he went on to do numerous notable film and television projects, including T.J. Hooker, 3rd Rock from the Sun, Miss Congeniality 1 and 2 and The Practice. Now, he portrays the eccentric Denny Crane on ABC's legal dramedy, Boston Legal.
Despite all that he has accomplished, however, Shatner seems to see nothing significant in the 50 or so years he has spent in the entertainment industry.
February 5, 2008
Back in early December, BuddyTV reported that Quantum Leap and Star Trek: Enterprise actor Scott Bakula would be guest-starring in an episode of ABC's Boston Legal. Now, fans of the series will only have to wait one more week to see Bakula interacting with the lawyers of Crane, Poole & Schmidt. However, those who cannot wait any longer are in for a treat, as Bakula's episode, "Glow in the Dark," is up for spoilery today.
Read on only if you want to be spoiled.
January 22, 2008
Nominees for the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards were announced Sunday, and for the second straight year, ABC lorded over fellow broadcast networks NBC and FOX, garnering nine nominations overall. The nods were distributed among such ABC scripted shows as Boston Legal, Ugly Betty, Brothers & Sisters, Dirty Sexy Money, Desperate Housewives and All My Children.
The network also received nods for the 20/20 story "My Secret Self: A Story of Transgender Children, "and for the Good Morning America news segment "Sent Away to 'Change.'"