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April 24, 2007
Perfect Gentlemen buzz
From ProudBoy at Zap2it.com Boards.
May 4, 2007
The only thing that might change is Perfect Gentlemen may still be worked into the mix -- but if nothing else, it should be ordered for midseason along with Suspects or Eli Stone (a virtual toss up there).
May 1, 2007
Okay, gang, I have to be fast with this -- so excuse any typos...
I've just received word that the edit of Football Wives went well, and that ABC execs think they have a hit on their hands. Of course, more market research will help to determine that -- but usually if the execs at ABC like it, it is a go.
I've also heard that Mr. & Mrs. Smith, if it goes, will likely be a midseason entry since the development is not going as well as hoped.
Finally, everything that will be considered for fall is being examined by research participants now. Once results start coming in (it shouldn't take long), the rumors should start flying.
In other news, I have heard some strategies ABC is considering. I'll list them night by night:
MONDAY - Three possible scnearios are being discussed: reality night (including WifeSwap and Supernanny), Dancing and a drama, or using Private Practice to anchor the night. ABC may also consider an hour of comedy since CBS's comedy lineup is weakening.
TUESDAY - The Dancing/B&S/Boston possibility is still in play, although Dancing may air its performance show on this night (with the results on Wednesday). Other possibilites include using Private Practice to anchor the night (get used to hearing this) or revitalizing the night with Football Wives.
WEDNESDAY - This is the night where ABC thinks it can replicate the NBC Thursday night block of comedies, although that may have to wait until midseason. Private Practice is a possiblity, as is the Dancing results show. Women's Murder Club will either end up here or Friday.
THURSDAY - Shocker: Betty may be moving! (See Sunday) If results hold up for Alyssa Milano's project, it may find a home pre-Grey's with either Dirty Sexy Money, Football Wives, or Perfect Gentleman following Grey's. October Road is also a possiblity to return to the night.
FRIDAY - Men in Trees will almost certainly be back here. No talk of a Boston Legal move to this night, but there is talk of reality, game shows, or Home Videos. Women's Murder club is another possibility.
SATURDAY - Sports. Enough said.
SUNDAY - Get this... ABC may move Ugly Betty to the night! Exteme Makeover: Home Edition has always protested a move to an hour earlier, but that may happen anyway due to sagging ratings! EM:HE/Betty/DH/Dirty Sexy Money is a serious consideration! They also keep talking cutesy ideas like Wives night with DH/Football Wives back to back or Ladies and Gentlemen with DH/Perfect Gentlemen back to back. One thing seems certain, though: it seems a foregone conclusion that B&S will move.
That's all I have for now -- I know it isn't very concrete in terms of what it tells us, but as you can imagine ABC is playing with scenarios, viewing cuts, and doing market research to get everything in check.
As frustrating as it all is, it is still a ton of fun watching things come together!
(Dorky moment.): I LOVE PILOT SEASON!!!!
April 27, 2007
Here are some results from market research -- I'll post actual numbers when they become widely available to ABC execs.
EXCELLENT RESULTS
Dirty Sexy Money (High number indicated would watch again, likeable characters and stars)
Perfect Gentlemen (Great dials, many would watch again, sexy)
Private Practice (Through the roof!)
Ho note: Keep in mind that doesn't necessarily mean the pilot will be picked up for fall. As ProudBoy added later, "they still have to consider how much the show will cost, if it will appeal to advertisers, if it fits in with brand and schedule, and whether or not they feel in their gut it will be able to sustain what the pilot presents. 'Secrets' tested well, but they didn't give it a go."
April 24, 2007
NEWSFLASH: ABC is ready to talk numbers for Dirty Sexy Money.
Private Practice, Perfect Gentlemen, and Dirty Sexy Money are all
doing well on dials, focus discussion, and exit surveys.
Eli Stone is doing fine so far, but fine probably won't cut it this
year.
ABC is having one heck of a development season!
In other news, word on the street is that Lipstick Jungle tested
through the roof, Bionic Lady BOMBED (and not just a little bit), and
some other show I hadn't heard of (about a robot man?) did decent,
too. Looks like NBC is having a successful season, too.
And. lest you Fox and CW folks be jealous of the news... Fox is
researching seven shows right now, so more should be leaking about
quality soon... and rumor has it Gossip Girl didn't do so hot with
audiences, and it will be doing some retooling (maybe with casting).
If I hear anymore, I'll spill!
© 2007 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
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