Networks Order Up More Scripts

[Geekyfanboy]

http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2007/10/11/networks-order-up-more-scripts/

It looks like the NBC and CBS networks don't much care what the Nielsens are saying and are going to do what programmers use to do 20 years ago — give a show a more than a three or four episode chance before pulling the plug on it.

NBC has placed an order for at least 3 more scripts for two of its ratings-troubled shows "Bionic Woman" and "Journeyman," as well as, its ratings winners "Chuck" and the cop show "Life."

In a move that surprises this writer, CBS has decided to hang in there with its new Jimmy Smits non-SF drama "Cane," a show that began slow and has continued in the no-passing lane.

I'm not sure if this decision is due totally to the network's confidence in their shows are if they are hedging their bets against a certain WGA called writer's strike in November. This could simply be a way to guarantee they have new episodes to show during the strike more than an indication that the shows will get a pick-up for a full season run, according to Variety.

One show however, has been put on ABC's radar for possibly getting the old yank. ABC executes are closely watching the performance of its highly touted new show "Pushing Daisies." The ratings have been good, but not as high as expected. ABC will make a decision sometime before the expected writer's strike on whether to continue with it for a full season.

[Rico]

At least they are giving things a little better chance to catch on this time.

[Blackride]

I just hope Bionic Women continues....ugg

[jedijeff]

Thats good they are giving the shows more time, for me especially Journeyman. I actually like Life, even though it is not Sci-fi so happy that is continuing as well. Have not watched Chuck yet, missed the first episode, and trying to get it off bit torrent, as I have the other two on my PVR