The Fall Lineup

It's that time of year again! The fall lineup of shows is starting up and I'm sure you guys are wondering what's even worth watching at this point! I mean honestly, TV nowadays has really been boiled down to ratings and money and has completely forgotten about us, the viewer. I've always thought that if I weren't so into science I would've become a TV executive only because I love TV so much and because I feel like I'm in touch with what a good show should include. Anyways, this is just a quick look at some of the shows making a comeback this fall; which you should look out for and which you should just ignore completely! (Take this with a grain of salt considering everyone has different tastes! Also watch for SPOILERS folks! I'd hate to wreck stuff for you!)


I'll start off with 'Two and a Half Men' only because it's starting it's ninth season and I tend to have a rule about sitcoms going longer than eight seasons. That rule being that they shouldn't do it. This sitcom has been going on for eight seasons (which seems RIDICULOUS to me) and in all honesty it should've ended a long time ago. This show is the same joke replayed over and over again. We get it already. Charlie Sheen is a 'bad boy' who loves girls and his brother is the exact opposite. And of course now that Charlie Sheen has gone off the deep end what with his 'winning'/etc. they've replaced him with Ashton Kutcher. Seriously Ashton? Has your movie career sunk so low that you're joining the cast of 'Two and a Half Men'?! This should be interesting to say the least. I'll be surprised if this show lasts much longer than this. 


On to a happier note, Dexter season six is starting up in October and I couldn't be happier! This show seems to get better and better and Michael C. Hall seems to get hotter and hotter. I'm told this season is supposedly going to focus more on Dexter as a parent and how he should go about raising his son which should be interesting. Also Lumen is gone which makes me over the moon ecstatic. She really didn't bring much to the show. I will always be confused as to why they killed off Rita though. She was the balance in Dexter's life! Oh well, less Rita means more Deb and if that's the case I'm alright. Deb is definitely a highlight of the show! So all you Dexter fans get ready for another amazing season! 


This next show has made me laugh more than I'd like to admit but lately it's been losing its appeal in my opinion. 'The Big Bang Theory' is certainly a cult favorite at the moment and hey, I don't blame people for liking it! It's got everything a good sitcom needs! The only thing that makes me hesitant to be excited for the upcoming fifth season is Priya (Raj's sister). For some reason she just saps all the goodness out of the show for me! In contrast the new character of Amy Farrah Fowler brings something the show desperately needed (someone ALMOST as crazy as Sheldon). We'll see how this season goes but what can I say? I guess I'm old-fashioned since I want Leonard and Penny to end up together.


'COMMUNITY'! Yes it's back this month bringing us a third season chalk full of Troy and Abed in the morning! All I can say about this show is that it must be watched while it's still hot and funny. This is one of those sitcoms that could easily become boring and unentertaining so that's why it has to be enjoyed while it's still good. I strongly suggest watching this show! It's hilarious and I'll be the first to give props to Chevy Chase for his incredible performances in the show. Good characters, an original idea and paint ball wars! Who could ask for more?


This next blurb goes out to 'House' and 'Bones'. 'House' is bringing us an eighth season and 'Bones' is bring us a seventh. I used to watch House religiously but after about season five I lost interest since it was really just the same stories with semi-different plot twists. It's one of those medical dramas that capture your interest but then slowly fade away. I personally hope it'll stop after eight seasons (that way I can catch up and watch all the episodes I missed). I've heard from avid 'House' fans that the show is losing its lustre which is unfortunate. As for 'Bones' I'm going on what I've heard from my sibling and parents who greatly enjoy this crime drama. Supposedly the last season wasn't very well done and the show was threatened with cancellation. It will be returning in November (which is a strange time for a show to return) so I guess the fans will just have to wait and see. In my opinion Bones and Booth should just shut up and get together already!


'One Tree Hill' season nine will be premiering in the spring of 2012 and it will be the last season (thank God). As some of you may have read on my old blog site, I've already commented on 'One Tree Hill' and how it all went downhill (no pun intended) after Lucas and Peyton left. Seriously, why do they keep coming up with episodes?! It's gotten to be so sappy and predictable (more than normal teen dramas are) and the new characters suck (yes Hooligan [aka Julian]). At least it's ending. That's what I keep telling myself anyways.


As far as other shows like 'How I Met Your Mother', 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Criminal Minds' I hear they're still going strong but I'm not really up on them. I would think that Grey's will be ending soon but who knows? As usual I'll be watching 'Survivor' (yes season 23) because I still greatly enjoy it but hey, it's not for everyone. Anyways Reader, have a great year of TV and I hope you can find some new ones that spark your interest! :)