The 2010 Primetime Emmy Nominations
July 8, 2010 by Marisa Roffman
Filed under #1 featured, Emmy Awards, Emmys, TV Awards
An extended list of the 2010 nominees…
Outstanding Comedy Series
Curb Your Enthusiasm • HBO • HBO Entertainment
Glee • FOX • A Ryan Murphy TV Production in association with 20th Century Fox TV
Modern Family • ABC • Twentieth Century Fox Television
Nurse Jackie • Showtime • Showtime Presents, Lionsgate Television, Jackson Group Entertainment, Madison Grain Elevator, Inc. & Delong Lumber; A Caryn Mandabach Production
The Office • NBC • Deedle-Dee Productions and Reveille LLC in association with Universal Media Studios
30 Rock • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media Studio
Outstanding Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Dexter • Showtime • Showtime Presents, John Goldwyn Productions, The Colleton Company, Clyde Phillips Productions
The Good Wife • CBS • CBS Productions
Lost • ABC • Grass Skirts Productions, LLC in association with ABC Network and Studios
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
True Blood • HBO • Your Face Goes Here Entertainment in association with HBO Entertainment
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series
The Big Bang Theory • CBS • Chuck Lorre Productions, Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television
Jim Parsons as Sheldon Cooper
Curb Your Enthusiasm • HBO • HBO Entertainment
Larry David as Himself
Glee • FOX • A Ryan Murphy TV Production in association with 20th Century Fox TV
Matthew Morrison as Will Schuester
Monk • USA • Universal Cable Productions in association with Mandeville Films and ABC Studios
Tony Shalhoub as Adrian Monk
The Office • NBC • Deedle-Dee Productions and Reveille LLC in association with Universal Media Studios
Steve Carell as Michael Scott
30 Rock • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media Studio
Alec Baldwin as Jack Donaghy
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Bryan Cranston as Walter White
Dexter • Showtime • Showtime Presents, John Goldwyn Productions, The Colleton Company, Clyde Phillips Productions
Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan
Friday Night Lights • DirecTV • Imagine Entertainment in association with Universal Media Studios and Film 44
Kyle Chandler as Eric Taylor
House • FOX • Universal Media Studios in association with Heel and Toe Films, Shore Z Productions and Bad Hat Harry Productions
Hugh Laurie as Dr. Gregory House
Lost • ABC • Grass Skirts Productions, LLC in association with ABC Network and Studios
Matthew Fox as Jack Shephard
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Jon Hamm as Don Draper
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series
Glee • FOX • A Ryan Murphy TV Production in association with 20th Century Fox TV
Lea Michele as Rachel Berry
The New Adventures Of Old Christine • CBS • Kari’s Logo Here in association with Warner Bros. Television
Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Christine Campbell
Nurse Jackie • Showtime • Showtime Presents, Lionsgate Television, Jackson Group Entertainment, Madison Grain Elevator, Inc. & Delong Lumber; A Caryn Mandabach Production
Edie Falco as Jackie Peyton
Parks And Recreation • NBC • Produced by Deedle-Dee Productions and Universal Media Studios
Amy Poehler as Leslie Knope
30 Rock • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media Studio
Tina Fey as Liz Lemon
United States Of Tara • Showtime • Showtime Presents, Dreamworks Television
Toni Collette as Tara Gregson
Writers Guild of America (WGA) Nominations – TV Categories
December 15, 2009 by Kath Skerry
Filed under TV News
The Golden Globes aren’t the only awards announced this week. The Writers Guild of America, West and the Writers Guild of America, East announced nominations for outstanding achievement in television (among other categories) yesterday. The 2010 Writers Guild Awards on February 20, 2010, in Los Angeles and New York.
Check out the television nominees (which include FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS….finally!)
DRAMA SERIES
Breaking Bad
Written by Sam Catlin, Vince Gilligan, Peter Gould, George Mastras, J. Roberts, John Shiban, Moira Walley-Beckett; AMC
Dexter
Written by Scott Buck, Charles H. Eglee, Lauren Gussis, Clyde Phillips, Scott Reynolds, Melissa Rosenberg, Tim Schlattmann, Wendy West; Showtime
Friday Night Lights
Written by Bridget Carpenter, Kerry Ehrin, Ron Fitzgerald, Brent Fletcher, Etan Frankel, Jason Gavin, Elizabeth Heldens, David Hudgins, Rolin Jones, Jason Katims, Patrick Massett, Derek Santos Olson, John Zinman; NBC
Lost
Written by Carlton Cuse, Adam Horowitz, Melinda Hsu Taylor, Edward Kitsis, Damon Lindelof, Greggory Nations, Kyle Pennington, Elizabeth Sarnoff, Brian K. Vaughan, Paul Zbyszewski; ABC
Mad Men
Written by Lisa Albert, Andrew Colville, Kater Gordon, Cathryn Humphris, Andre Jacquemetton, Maria Jacquemetton, Brett Johnson, Erin Levy, Marti Noxon, Frank Pierson, Robin Veith, Dahvi Waller, Matthew Weiner; AMC
Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Monday, September 21, 2009
September 21, 2009 by Kath Skerry
Filed under Tonight's TV Spotlight
Annnnnd we’re here. Tonight is the Monday we’ve all been waiting for…or dreading. With the exception of a very few, almost all of the Monday night shows are back. As you’ll see from our handy chart below, you’ve got to choose wisely or else miss out on some great television.
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER and THE BIG BANG THEORY, two of my personal faves, return to CBS tonight along with TWO AND A HALF MEN and the premiere of Jenna Elfman in ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE.
I think you know by now that DANCING WITH THE STARS isn’t my thing, but with the ratings it pulls in, it clearly is the thing for many. I’m going to give CASTLE another shot this year. I wasn’t completely enamored last season, but I do love some Nathan Fillion, so I’ll give it another shot.
Many, many other shows to choose from so be sure to take a look at the episode descriptions below, as well as my notes, to help you decide what to watch.
For me, the best season premiere of them all is HOUSE. I’ve already had a chance to see it, but I’m going to watch it again tonight because it’s that good. It’s not a typical episode, so clear out all expectations (other than a brief cameo by Robert Seann Leonard, none of the cast is even in the episode). But if you enjoy the genius acting of Hugh Laurie then you’re going to really dig tonight’s episode. And I’m going to dig watching Hugh walk away with the Emmy next year.
Ok enough already, time to check out tonight’s TV lineup.
How I Met Your Mother | 8pm on CBS | Season Premiere
“Definitions”
Lily forces Barney and Robin to face their fears about defining their relationship; Ted is anxious about his first lecture at Columbia.
House | 8pm on FOX | 2-hour Season Premiere
“Broken”
House goes through detox, hoping to stop the hallucinations that tormented him; Dr. Nolan (Andre Braugher) refuses to sign the paperwork to reinstate House’s license unless House participates in his own mental recovery.
Dancing with the Stars | 8pm on ABC | 2-hour Season Premiere
The ninth-season opener begins with 16 celebrities, the show’s largest cast ever. Competitors include Donny Osmond, Melissa Joan Hart, Michael Irvin and Chuck Liddell. On the first night of competition, the male celebrities perform.
Heroes | 8pm on NBC | 2-hour Season Premiere
“Orientation; Jump, Push, Fall”
A mysterious death pushes Claire into the spotlight; Angela worries that Nathan will discover his true identity; an unexpected visitor haunts Matt; H.R.G. and Tracy join forces.
Prop 8: The Musical – The Big Stars COME OUT…to Sing!!
December 3, 2008 by Kath Skerry
Filed under TV News
Stop what you are doing RIGHT now, turn up the volume on our computer and enjoy Prop 8: The Musical – a new video from FunnyorDie.com. Oh and you might notice a few familiar faces, like Neil Patrick Harris, Jack Black, Rashida Jones, Allison Janney, just to name a few.
And well since we are naming names, here are the other stars involved:
California Gays and The People That Love Them
Jordan Ballard, Margaret Cho, Barrett Foa, J.B. Ghuman, John Hill, Andy Richter, Maya Rudolph, Rashad Naylor, Nicole Parker.
The Frightened Villagers
John C Reilly as a Prop 8 leader, and Alison Janney as his wife. Kathy Najimy as his second wife. Jenifer Lewis as a riffing Prop 8’er. Craig Robinson as a preacher. Rashida Jones, Lake Bell, Sarah Chalke as Scary Catholic School Girls from Hell. Katharine “Kooks” Leonard, Seth Morris, Denise “Esi!” Piane, Lucian Piane, Richard Read, Seth Redford, Quinton Strack, and Tate Taylor as The Frightened Villagers.
Jack Black stars as Jesus Christ, and Neil Patrick Harris is billed as ‘A Very Smart Fellow’.
Hairspray composer Marc Shaiman (whose boycott lead to the resignation of Sacramento’s California Musical Theatre creative director Scott Eckern following his donation to Prop 8) wrote and conceived this hysterical short piece (presented with a wink and a nod by the ‘Sacramento Community College Players’), which was directed and staged by Hairspray director and choreographer Adam Shankman and features plenty of folks you will recognize.
What to Watch…Monday, May 5, 2008
May 5, 2008 by Kath Skerry
Filed under TV News
It’s just another Manic Monday. While you are all rushing off to school and work, I’m enjoying my sunny morning here in Connecticut. This weekend was one of baby showers, birthdays and catching up with friends and family.
A very special Happy Birthday to my niece Emma who turns 6 today (and will be so excited to see her picture on the computer).
Tonight is all about TV – and a lot of it. I’m salivating at the mere thought of GOSSIP GIRL tonight. If it’s possible to lace my TV screen with an addictive substance I think they might have done it. I’m hooked. Oh and don’t forget to check out tonight’s episode of TWO AND A HALF MEN written by the writing team from CSI.There’s a lot to look forward to so let’s get to it.
Gossip Girl | 8pm on The CW
“All About My Brother”
Georgina threatens to disclose details about Serena’s past; Blair and Jenny spread rumors about one another through Gossip Girl; Dan has information about Asher that Jenny ignores; Rufus turns to Lily for parenting advice.
The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The Shiksa Indeterminancy”
The friends all fall for Sheldon’s sister and Leonard comes up with a plan to get rid of his rivals, but Sheldon announces that he will decide whom his sister dates.
Dancing with the Stars | 8pm on ABC
The eight week of performances are tonight and I still have yet to see even one performance. But I know some of you just love the show, so feel free to share your favorite dancers in the comments.
Bones | 8pm on Fox
“The Verdict in the Story”
The Jeffersonian team struggles to remain impartial when they’re called to testify for the prosecution in the trial of Brennan’s father (Ryan O’Neal), who could be sentenced to death for the murder of FBI Deputy Director Kirby.
How I Met Your Mother | 8:30pm on CBS
“Rebound Bro”
Ted betrays Stella by sharing an intimate secret with his friends, which threatens his relationship with her. Stella: Sarah Chalke. Randy: Will Forte.
House | 9pm on Fox
“Living the Dream”
House believes that an actor (Jason Lewis) on his favorite soap opera is seriously ill after observing his symptoms on television, so he decides to intervene; Amber and Wilson have their first fight, much to House’s delight.
One Tree Hill | 9pm on The CW
“Crying Won’t Help You”
Lucas investigates the supposed progression of Dan’s heart condition as Haley deals with letting Dan develop a relationship with Jamie. Meanwhile, Mouth gets a chance to be a sports anchor; and Nathan gives Quentin advice about getting his game back.
Paradise Hotel 2 | 9pm on My TV
“Odd Man Out”
Only seven contestants remain, and a vulnerable James attempts to rekindle an alliance with Tidisha. [GMMR: Let’s hope TD sees right through James’ kissassery and leaves him high and dry without a roommate.]
Samantha Who? |9:30pm on ABC
“The Affair”
Sam’s affair with Todd continues while he’s still seeing a clueless Chloe; Sam gets the idea that Regina is having a tryst of her own. Meanwhile, Andrea and Dena talk about opening up a coffee shop together.
The Bachelor | 10pm on ABC
Fifteen of this season’s spurned bachelorettes—including Amanda, Ashlee, Carri, Marshana, Robin and Stacey—confront Matt (and each other), dish dirt and handicap the chances of finalists Chelsea and Shayne for his ultimate rose.
Medium | 10pm on NBC
“Being Joey Carmichael”
As Scanlon probes the slaying of a drug dealer, Allison has visions of a charismatic killer, leading her to an impaired man (Miguel Ferrer) with a bullet in his head. Meanwhile, Joe and his alluring associate (Kelly Preston) share an awkward moment.
Also playing…
- Greek | 8pm on ABC Family: Parents’ Weekend causes dilemmas as Rusty worries about Kappa’s reputation as a party house, Rebecca hesitates to tell her father that she’s dating slacker Cappie, and Dale regrets inviting his folks to share in his college experience.
- Two and a Half Men | 9pm on CBS: George Eads has a cameo in this episode in which a CSI team investigates a death at Charlie’s house. The script was written by “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” scribes Sarah Goldfinger and Evan Dunsky.
- Rules of Engagement | 9:30pm on CBS: Russell’s dad asks Adam to appear as his son in a company promotional piece, but Adam worries Russell will be hurt when he finds out.
- CSI: Miami | 10pm on CBS: Alexx is stunned when her son is the prime suspect in a murder investigation, and any help she offers could prove costly.
What does YOUR TV lineup look like tonight?
