THE VAMPIRE DIARIES’ Julie Plec Previews What’s to Come: ‘The Roller Coaster is Off the Tracks and it’s Spinning’

If you thought last week’s THE VAMPIRE DIARIES premiere was intense, just wait until you see tonight’s excellent episode. In fact, you may find yourself a little emotional at times.

But while you wait patiently for “Memorial,” I spoke with THE VAMPIRE DIARIES showrunner Julie Plec about the passionate fandom, what’s to come, how long she sees the show running, and more…

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NBC Pulls ANIMAL PRACTICE; WHITNEY to Return November 14th

And we have NBC’s first casualty — the network just announced that effective on November 14th, returning comedy WHITNEY will take over ANIMAL PRACTICE’s Wednesday at 8 PM slot.

This leaves GUYS WITH KIDS as the lone NBC fall comedy with its fate still up in the air. (The network’s remaining new drama, CHICAGO FIRE, premiered last week and is still TBD.) It also leaves COMMUNITY as the remaining returning show without a spot on the schedule. (But, given how hard it has been to get eyes on NBC on Wednesday, not having to take over ANIMAL PRACTICE’s spot may be a blessing in disguise for COMMUNITY.)

Are you sad to lose ANIMAL PRACTICE? Happy to get WHITNEY back? Still waiting for COMMUNITY’s return to be announced?

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PARKS AND RECREATION: ‘Sex Education’ Video Preview

The best way to survive the wait for Thursday night television? Watching clips from tonight’s brand new episode of PARKS AND RECREATION, “Sex Education.” (Oh, yes, you should be a teeny bit terrified, based on the title.)

Take a look!

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, October 18, 2012

Even with Fox busy with baseball, Thursday night television is kind of a nightmare. A fantastically wonderful nightmare, but a nightmare nonetheless.

Take a look at your options!

The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The Re-Entry Minimization”
When Wolowitz returns from space, he doesn’t get the hero’s welcome he expected. Meanwhile, Game Night turns into a battle of the sexes.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“Memorial”
Elena tries to cope with the extreme highs and lows that are part of becoming a vampire, and Stefan and Damon almost come to blows while arguing about what is best for her. Damon decides to help Elena in his own way and asks her not to tell Stefan. A stranger, Connor Jordan, arrives in town and begins questioning Sheriff Forbes and Mayor Lockwood. Connor’s actions quickly convince Stefan that they are dealing with a dangerous vampire hunter. Jeremy and Matt are surprised to see a girl they used to know, April, has returned to town and is enrolling at Mystic Falls High. At a town gathering, Elena comes close to losing control until Caroline steps in to help her. Finally, Damon confides his feelings to an unexpected friend.

Last Resort | 8pm on ABC
“Voluntold”
Even as Marcus and Sam learn that they have been charged with treason against the United States, a greater threat within their own crew is brewing. Meanwhile, an old friend of Sam’s, Paul Wells, pays Christine a visit and tries to ease her fears about her husband.

30 Rock | 8pm on NBC
“Episode 703”
Liz works to prove to Tracy that women are funny while simultaneously attempting to head off a meltdown from Jenna after some negative publicity. Jack tries out an unconventional dating strategy.

Up All Night | 8:30pm on NBC
“Another Saturday Night”
Reagan and Chris realize it has been months since their last night out and decide to paint the town with Ava and Jerry. Meanwhile, on Chris’ advice Scott tries his hand at dating again.

Two and a Half Men | 8:31pm on CBS
“Four Balls, Two Bats and One Mitt”
Walden starts to feel his age when a friend’s daughter comes to town. Miley Cyrus guest stars.

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MLB Rain Delay Pushes THE X FACTOR’s ‘Judges’ Homes’ to October 23rd, Tuesday Comedy Lineup Preempted

If you tried to watch THE X FACTOR tonight, chances are you were a bit perplexed by what went down.

Thanks to a rain delay, the National League Championship Series game caused more than a little bit of chaos on Fox’s schedule. At first, the network chose to air a rerun of the BEN AND KATE pilot at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, perhaps hoping the rain delay would be brief and they could resume the game and then air THE X FACTOR as had been scheduled. Then they put on THE X FACTOR after BEN AND KATE concluded. But when the NLCS game was ready to resume, Fox switched over to a rerun of THE MINDY PROJECT, confusing fans and causing some crazy Twitter reactions.

Now, you’re going to have to wait several days to get the episode’s proper conclusion — Fox has officially announced tonight’s THE X FACTOR episode will air Tuesday, October 23rd at 8 PM. The bad news? That means the entire Tuesday comedy block will be preempted for the night. And since all four comedies are set to air Halloween specials on October 30th, no word on when the displaced episodes will air.

Are you frustrated by THE X FACTOR’s scheduling tonight? Or are you just happy you’ll see the episode in full next week?

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SUBURGATORY: Creator Emily Kapnek Teases Season 2

It’s been a long summer, but it’s finally time to return to Chatswin in tonight’s SUBURGATORY season premiere.

“It’s so funny, I’m so excited it feels like Christmas,” SUBURGATORY creator Emily Kapnek told me of working on her show’s second season. “I get up and go to work and I’m so happy and excited. So much of the pressure from season 1 — obviously we have this new time slot [after MODERN FAMILY] and there’s pressure about it — but I really feel like being a returning show and coming back, I feel like everything has gelled and settled. I feel like we know who we are. The writers have a bunch of great scripts coming in. It’s very exciting.”

As for that hour-later time slot, Kapnek said the content of the show shouldn’t change drastically…though she does have a few ideas for ways to shake things up.

“I was jokingly asking [ABC president] Paul [Lee] if we were allowed to do full-frontal at 9:30,” she laughed. “I think there’s a little more leniency with the standards stuff. We certainly have the ability to go there.”

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ARROW: Stephen Amell on Oliver Meeting China White, Love Triangles, and What He Knows About What Went Down on the Island

ARROW may have just started, but they’re already throwing tough foes at Oliver — China White makes her debut tonight!

Series star Stephen Amell (Oliver) recently sat down with reporters on the set of ARROW and he talked about viewers meeting China White, what Arrow’s boundaries might be, what he knows of Oliver’s island time, the brewing love triangle (and, as a bonus, he drops a killer ’90s love quad reference), and more…

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, October 17, 2012

We have a full night of scripted shows, plus there are also two playoff games on today. Hope your DVR is ready! (And please be sure to check out the hilarious SUBURGATORY season premiere!

Take a look at all your options…

The X Factor | 8pm on Fox
“Judge’s House #3”
The Judges’ Homes round continues as judges Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, L.A. Reid and Britney Spears narrow their search for the next global superstar or breakout music group. The remaining contestants must convince their assigned mentor that they have what it takes to perform on the live shows for America’s vote. Find out who will make it through this grueling round and continue on their musical journey.

Arrow | 8pm on The CW
“Honor Thy Father”
Oliver (Stephen Amell) heads to the courthouse to get his death certificate repealed and is pleasantly surprised to run into Laurel (Katie Cassidy), who is there prosecuting Martin Somers (guest star Ty Olsson), a criminal with ties to the Chinese Triad. Oliver recognizes Martin’s name from his father’s book and sets his sights on taking him down. Martin orders the Triad to “take care of” Laurel so they send their top mercenary – China White (Hu) – after her, an act that culminates in a battle between Arrow and China White. Meanwhile, Moira (Susanna Thompson) and Walter (guest star Colin Salmon) ask Oliver to take over the company.

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“The Hose”
Trashy neighbor Rita Glossner (Brooke Shields) returns and is about to rain fire upon the Heck household when she accuses Frankie of stealing her hose. Meanwhile, Sue takes a peek at Mike’s paycheck and is so shocked at how little he makes that she decides to call off her first official road trip to Cincinnati for her school mascot duties in order to save money; and while Brick learns about the birds and bees in school, Axl shocks his little brother by explaining the whole process in graphic detail.

Animal Practice | 8pm on NBC
“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Coleman”
When George’s (Justin Kirk) overbearing mother Virginia (guest star Annie Potts, “GCB”) shows up at the hospital with her sick cat, named “cat,” George must heal the cat or risk the alternative – having to keep her company to fill the void. Meanwhile, Dorothy (JoAnna Garcia Swisher) counsels Dr. Leiter (guest star June Diane Raphael, Upright Citizens Brigade) who must face the board of directors before she can settle in at the hospital.

Guys With Kids | 8:30pm on NBC
“Gary’s Day Off”
Marny (Tempestt Bledsoe) agrees to take care of all four kids for the first time while giving Gary (Anthony Anderson) the day off. Elsewhere, the guys agree to help Sheila (Erinn Hayes) move out in hopes of retrieving Chris’ (Jesse Bradford) Giants tickets. Meanwhile, a medical emergency might put Gary’s rare day off in jeopardy.

The Neighbors | 8:30pm on ABC
“Bathroom Etiquette”
Marty and Debbie prepare the Bird-Kersees for their kids’ first day of human school. They’re especially worried that little Dick Butkus will get picked on, but their anti-bullying advice backfires in ways they never anticipated. Meanwhile, Larry and Jackie are getting tired of the Weavers’ endless parenting tips.

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CASTLE: ‘The Final Frontier’ Photo Preview

Castle and Beckett have had to experience some strange things over their five seasons together, but the November 5th episode of CASTLE takes them to a whole different world — a science-fiction convention.

Take a look at some photos from the episode…

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THE OFFICE: Photos From the Last Halloween Episode

With THE OFFICE in its final season, we are approaching our last Halloween with the Dunder-Mifflin gang.

Take a look at who’s dressing up for the holiday…

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THE NEW NORMAL: Andrew Rannells on Upcoming Guest Star Matt Bomer

There may not be an episode of THE NEW NORMAL tonight, but to tide you over in the meantime, I did get to speak with series star Andrew Rannells (Bryan) at the AMERICAN HORROR STORY premiere over the weekend.

Take a look at our chat about what’s to come on his NBC series — including his excitement for upcoming guest star Matt Bomer, who’ll be playing Bryan’s ex-boyfriend…

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THE X FACTOR: Khloe Kardashian Odom and Mario Lopez Set to Host Season 2

It’s official: Khloe Kardashian Odom and Mario Lopez will host season 2 of THE X FACTOR, Fox announced in a press release. The duo will make their first appearance on the show when the live episodes kick off in November.

“The worst kept secret in Hollywood is out,” said Simon Cowell in a statement. “Mario and Khloé are our hosts. They will debut on our first live show in November and I couldn’t be happier.”

“I’m so thrilled to become a part of THE X FACTOR family,” said Odom. “I’ve been a big fan of the show and look forward to working with Simon and all of the judges. It’s going to be so much fun!”

“I’m very excited to be joining THE X FACTOR team,” said Lopez. “I love the show, and I’ve been a big fan of Simon Cowell and the judges for a long time. Khloé and I have been friends for years and I know we’ll be a great team and have a blast.”

So…there’s that.

What do you think of the hosts?

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THE FOLLOWING Teaser: ‘The Raven’

We’re still months away from the series premiere of Fox’s THE FOLLOWING, and if they keep releasing promos like this, I may spontaneously combust from the wait. (Probably not physically possible. But I don’t want to take that chance.)

Take a look at this incredible new promo for the series, set to the words of Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Raven” (which is important in the pilot)…

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THE FOLLOWING debuts on Fox in 2013.

Related:

THE FOLLOWING Promo
THE FOLLOWING: Annie Parisse Joins as a Series Regular
THE FOLLOWING on Fox – First Look

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Fox Orders Fourth Season of BOB’S BURGERS

Get ready for even more BOB’S BURGERS — Fox has ordered a 22-episode fourth season of the animated comedy, Kevin Reilly, Chairman of Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company announced in a statement.

“We love BOB’S,” said Reilly. “We are really proud of the way the show has grown over the past three seasons – without losing the unique voice at its core – and we know that the best is yet to come for BOB’S BURGERS and its fans.”

Are you happy to get more BOB’S BURGERS?

BOB’S BURGERS airs Sundays on Fox at 8:30 PM.

Related:

BOB’S BURGERS: Eugene Mirman, John Roberts, and Dan Mintz Preview the New Season

 

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Are Taylor Momsen and Connor Paolo Returning for GOSSIP GIRL’s Series Finale?

As GOSSIP GIRL finishes filming its final episodes of the series, it certainly seems like a few more familiar faces will be returning to the mix.

Earlier today, GOSSIP GIRL star Kelly Rutherford (Lily) tweeted out a photo of former GG stars Taylor Momsen (Jenny) and Connor Paolo (Eric), with the caption, “My kids are grown up!!” A rep for the show had no comment about their possible return.

If Jenny and Eric were to return, what would you like to see them do? Cause trouble? Be there for their family? Attend some sort of special event?

GOSSIP GIRL airs Mondays at 9 PM on The CW.

Related:

GOSSIP GIRL: Sara Goodman Talks Nate’s Quest for Gossip Girl, Rufus and Ivy, and More
GOSSIP GIRL: ARROW’s Katie Cassidy to Return
GOSSIP GIRL: Sara Goodman Teases the Final Season

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