Thursday, March 24, 2011

Assorted bits of TV news: "Southland," "Torchwood," "Lights Out," and "Fringe"

- "Southland" got renewed for another season. I still argue it's one of the best shows on TV, certainly one of the best cop dramas, and it's never too late to get onboard. It's just procedural enough to jump in at any time, but not so much that it's repetitive and boring.

- FX's show "Lights Out" just got canceled. Critically acclaimed, but with a tiny audience, the news isn't shocking. I never tuned in since sports dramas aren't really my thing, but I still mourn for quality dramas in this reality show-centric world. It's also a sad thing to think about, but I'm just happy when a show makes it to a whole season before getting canceled. At least there's that.

- "Fringe" keeps bouncing up and down and all over the place in the ratings, making it increasingly difficult to discern its chances at renewal. Looks like that one's going to be a nail-biter. [UPDATE: "Fringe" has been renewed for another season! I thought it would be a last-minute announcement, but apparently FOX decided to be kind for once. For once, FOX is learning from their past mistakes.]

- "Torchwood: Miracle Day" will premiere on Friday, July 8th on STARZ. An intriguing premise, a slightly more international setting, and a buzz-worthy new cast is making for a very hyped fourth season. If it's half as good as "Children of Earth," "Torchwood" will be sitting pretty this year.

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