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ABC Bails on 'Eastwick,' Orders More 'Forgotten'
ABC is showing some love to Jerry Bruckheimer's "The Forgotten," but the magic's run out for "Eastwick."
The network Monday ordered five more episodes of Bruckheimer's procedural drama, which has been a steady performer in the ratings on Tuesday nights.
But ABC also confirmed that it won't be ordering any additional episodes of "Eastwick," the 10 p.m. Wednesday series which has struggled to find an audience. It will halt production after wrapping its initial run of 13 episodes.
No word yet on what ABC will air in the timeslot come January, but "Lost" remains a contender. News of the "Eastwick" passing was first posted by HitFix.
Meanwhile, ABC hasn't yet officially decided what to do about "Hank," the one comedy on its Wednesday lineup which has yet to find any critical buzz (or viewers). Industry insiders believe the show's a longshot for renewal, though given Kelsey Grammer's involvement, it's always possible (albeit unlikely) ABC might try to retool the show.
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Dee Says
I credit Paul Gross, too, with helping the less experienced actors step up their game. Not only is he great looking, charming and charismatic, but he's a wonderful actor. I was really looking forward to seeing what developed with his Darryl Van Horne. If anyone in the cast could give him a run for his money, I think it's Veronica Cartwright. And the two of them really knocked it out of the park in their brief scenes together. It took a few episodes for the show to find its rhythm, but I think it was gelling into something really fun. It's too bad ABC didn't give it a little more time and a little more promotion.
Joe.is.a.tv.junkie Says
I've enjoyed Eastwick, has a great cast (even RR O'C managed to step up her game a bit, I credit Paul Gross who is an outstanding scene partner).
Could still come back for another 13-episode run next fall, yes? Or has that been considered and "deconsidered?"
Whatev, there's always the movie to watch again.
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Jo Says
Ditto on Eastwick!! Please no more Cop-CSI shows. Women need love too. It's sexy and mysterious.
lizriz Says
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I *loved* Eastwick!!!
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