What TV shows are people watching?

debaserr · 03-23-2011, 11:28 PM

Walking Dead didn't do much for me, but I'm picky.

The Batlord · 03-25-2011, 09:51 AM

Why are there no good shows on network tv anymore? It's like whenever they decide that they need a hit, instead of taking a chance on a good idea they just make another reality tv show or CSI rip off. The only good shows are on cable now.

mannny · 03-25-2011, 01:36 PM

I feel like the whole premium channels thing like HBO, Showtime and such really changed TV. They can get away with pretty much anything they want and can touch on some intense topics. These networks really give the producers of the show creative control, rather than letting the network's needs and ratings get involved too much.

Also, I've noticed that most of the big shows these days are focused on a character or group of character that engages in either illegal activities or general bad behavior. For example, Dexter, Weeds, Breaking Bad, Boardwalk Empire, and Mad Men all focus on characters that sell drugs, kill, gamble, or cheat yet are much more complex and we feel for them. If you ask me, I think it's a really good time for TV.

jackhammer · 03-25-2011, 06:34 PM

Yes I am a Van Damme fanboy but I have always got the impression that he is a flawed character having battled various addictions in his life and being diagnosed with bipolar.

He could come across as a total douche in this series (I hate reality T.V on the whole but had to watch this) but instead he seems a very genuine guy with many personal issues who is not afraid to admit to them.

He also owns a dog sanctuary in his homeland which wasn't forced down your throat as a mere publicity stunt.

Mrs Brown's Boys.

This Irish comedy has been running a while in it's native country and has recently made it's way over here and it's a decent giggle.

A man dressed as a matriarchal grandmother who constantly swears and spews classic one liners is a winner in my book. All shot on a live stage it also has a subversive edge too. Sounds crap? Well watch this:

Howard the Duck · 03-26-2011, 08:24 AM

watched another episode of Fort Boyard and M/s Hand definitely is very ithcy today - one of the contestants had pretty perky nipples poking out of her top

Kaimon · 03-30-2011, 02:06 AM

I'm in LOVE with this show. Like Skins with superpowers!

Or...not. Still, love it. Although, two episodes in and all I've wanted to do is to give Simon a hug.

**Scarlett O'Hara** · 03-30-2011, 04:09 AM

I started watching Drop Dead Diva but stopped because I've decided it's rubbish. Total American bullshit.

Key · 03-30-2011, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Vanilla

Total American bullshit.

Pretty much my opinion about every single show on television these days.

**Scarlett O'Hara** · 03-30-2011, 04:14 AM

It's true though. I can't wait for Friday at 10pm as Come Fly With Me is on which is a show made by the guys that did Little Britain. I SO can't wait.

Key · 03-30-2011, 04:15 AM

Little Britain is funny as hell. I've watched a few videos on youtube. It's very well made.

03-23-2011, 11:28 PM	#421 (permalink)
debaserr eat the masters Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,467	Walking Dead didn't do much for me, but I'm picky. __________________ Last.FM

03-25-2011, 01:36 PM	#423 (permalink)
mannny **** Steve Harvey Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: MASS Posts: 423	I feel like the whole premium channels thing like HBO, Showtime and such really changed TV. They can get away with pretty much anything they want and can touch on some intense topics. These networks really give the producers of the show creative control, rather than letting the network's needs and ratings get involved too much. Also, I've noticed that most of the big shows these days are focused on a character or group of character that engages in either illegal activities or general bad behavior. For example, Dexter, Weeds, Breaking Bad, Boardwalk Empire, and Mad Men all focus on characters that sell drugs, kill, gamble, or cheat yet are much more complex and we feel for them. If you ask me, I think it's a really good time for TV. __________________

03-25-2011, 06:34 PM	#424 (permalink)
jackhammer Ba and Be. Join Date: May 2007 Location: This Is England Posts: 17,331	Yes I am a Van Damme fanboy but I have always got the impression that he is a flawed character having battled various addictions in his life and being diagnosed with bipolar. He could come across as a total douche in this series (I hate reality T.V on the whole but had to watch this) but instead he seems a very genuine guy with many personal issues who is not afraid to admit to them. He also owns a dog sanctuary in his homeland which wasn't forced down your throat as a mere publicity stunt. Mrs Brown's Boys. This Irish comedy has been running a while in it's native country and has recently made it's way over here and it's a decent giggle. A man dressed as a matriarchal grandmother who constantly swears and spews classic one liners is a winner in my book. All shot on a live stage it also has a subversive edge too. Sounds crap? Well watch this: __________________ It be my music and film collection. “A cynic by experience, a romantic by inclination and now a hero by necessity.”

03-30-2011, 04:09 AM	#427 (permalink)
Scarlett O'Hara Make it so Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 6,181	I started watching Drop Dead Diva but stopped because I've decided it's rubbish. Total American bullshit. __________________ "Elph is truly an enfant terrible of the forum, bless and curse him" - Marie, Queen of Thots

03-30-2011, 04:14 AM	#429 (permalink)
Scarlett O'Hara Make it so Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 6,181	It's true though. I can't wait for Friday at 10pm as Come Fly With Me is on which is a show made by the guys that did Little Britain. I SO can't wait. __________________ "Elph is truly an enfant terrible of the forum, bless and curse him" - Marie, Queen of Thots

03-26-2011, 08:24 AM	#425 (permalink)
Howard the Duck Live by the Sword Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Posts: 9,075	watched another episode of Fort Boyard and M/s Hand definitely is very ithcy today - one of the contestants had pretty perky nipples poking out of her top

03-30-2011, 02:06 AM	#426 (permalink)
Kaimon Talking Cactus Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Freebirds Posts: 201	I'm in LOVE with this show. Like Skins with superpowers! Or...not. Still, love it. Although, two episodes in and all I've wanted to do is to give Simon a hug.

03-30-2011, 04:15 AM	#430 (permalink)
Key . Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 13,153	Little Britain is funny as hell. I've watched a few videos on youtube. It's very well made.