Jul 25
NBC touted one word in May at the network’s annual Upfront presentation: “Broad.” It’s no surprise that for the better part of the last 10 years, NBC has been struggling as a network in creating quality programs that attract a large amount of viewers. NBC’s comedies are similar to comedies that stem from cable networks; …
Jun 11
Something will happen at the 2012 Critics Choice Television Awards that has never happened in television before, NBC’s critically-acclaimed but ratings challenged comedy Community is the most nomiated series at an award show, garnering six nomination by a panel of America’s top television critics. NBC’s other critically loved comedy series Park and Recreation earned five …
May 11
Yes, the title isn’t lying, NBC did pick up Whitney after it struggled all season in the ratings, and after taking a beating by critics…but more on Whitney later. In addition to Whitney, NBC has also handed out more seasons to its entire Thursday night comedy lineup, which include Community, Parks and Recreation, The Office, …
May 08
There have been a lot of questions recently about the future of 30 Rock. Coupled with the Alec Baldwin comments about “leaving NBC” soon and the sagging ratings for the aging comedy, NBC is looking to bring the show back for a seventh and final season. According to Deadline.com, the Tina Fey-led comedy is expected to …
Apr 30
NBC released good news and bad news this weekend (depending on which show you watch) about two sitcoms, Community and Best Friends Forever. First with the good news: NBC has announced that on Thursday, May 17th, Community will air three all new episodes, ending its season that night – a week ahead of schedule. Originally, …
Feb 21
Community fans rejoice! NBC promised that the gang from Greendale Community College would be back for the end of the season, and they kept their word. Community will return to NBC on March 15th in its regular 8p.m. timeslot to finish out the rest of its third season, which will consist of 12 new episodes. …
Jan 10
The Television Critics Association press tour is a yearly event when TV executives and the stars of new and returning TV shows gather in New York City for a week to discuss the latest developments at each network. The new, the old, the good, and the bad are discussed, along with all of the viewers’ …
Dec 30
With the 2011-2012 fall TV season officially over and a slew of new mid-season spring programs right around the corner, its time to analyze each network’s performance this fall season. Which network was successful in launching new fall shows? Which networks have a have holes to fill and a lot of pressure in launching new …
Jan 07
How NBC is Quietly Cancelling Their Thursday Night Comedies
NBC, TV Commentary/Analysis
by TV Talk With JWalk
It’s no surprise that NBC’s Thursday night comedy lineup is nowhere close to what it used to be back in its heyday. No more sitcom hits like The Cosby Show, Seinfeld, Friends, or Will and Grace. For years, NBC have been airing The Office, 30 Rock, Community, Parks and Recreation, Up All Night, and a …
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Tags: 30 Rock, Community, Go On, Guys With Kids, Parks and Recreation, The New Normal, The Office, Up All Night
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