As Crashing was wrapping up its third season back in March, HBO announced that the show, starring comedian Pete Holmes in an autobiographical tale about his breaking in to stand up, would not be returning. I was originally drawn to the show by Holmes, who I’ve heard on a few podcasts over the years, and Artie Lange, who made numerous guest appearances in the first season, but whose drug use and legal issues have limited his role since. I liked the show and think it still had room to grow, but HBO looks to be revamping themselves to prepare for the end of their Game of Thrones cash cow.
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Midseason Review – Sundays
We continue our annual look back at my thoughts on the new fall season plus any new offering coming soon on Sunday night.
7:00
God Friended Me – What if you took last season’s Kevin (Probably) Saves The World and add in social media? Then you probably get this show.
I am a sucker for this type of show and Brandon Michael Hall and Violett Beane have tremendous chemistry.
Supergirl – The CW expands to a new night, and moves one of their DC hits to kick off the festivities.
A season-long story on xenophobia that echoes the feelings of the current administration.
8:00
Charmed – A reboot of the old WB hit, replacing the Halliwell sisters with a new collection of witches.
I watched the first episode and felt like I didn’t need to go back for more.
Shameless – Season 9 of the show started a few weeks back.
The show premiered while I was in Europe last fall and I’ve yet to catch up.
Ray Donovan – The show returns for its sixth season at the end of October.
Yeah, I haven’t watched this yet either.
Doctor Who – The 11th season kicks off with a new show runner and a new Doctor, Jodie Whitaker.
The new doctor finished her first series of adventures, which I think was a success.
9:00
Camping – Jennifer Garner and David Tennant team up for this adaptation of the British comedy.
Eh, a decent enough way to spend a half hour.
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Midseason Review – Sundays
With the advent of winter premieres, the start of the premium cable network shows, and with February sweeps around the corner, it’s time to revisit my thoughts from the beginning of the season and look ahead at what’s to come for Sunday nights.
8:00
Shameless – Season 8 of the show is on tap to return in November.
The Gallagher clan is close to wrapping up their latest season, which has been interesting, as always.
The Walking Dead – I kind of lost interest in season 7, following the (in my opinion) bungling of the introduction of Negan in the previous season finale. I have 14 episodes sitting on the DVR, so it may soon be time for a decision on whether to continue with the show or not.
While I continued recording the show, I have yet to jump back in and watch any. I may be about ready to jump ship and delete them.
So that’s where we stand with the shows I planned to watch in the fall. Let’s take a look at new shows starting this spring:
Homeland – The show returns in February for its 7th (and final?) season, with Carrie goes up against a president who she feels is abusing the power of the office.
Counterpart – STARZ enters the fray with a sci-fi espionage drama starring J.K. Simmons.
Crashing – Pete Holmes returns to HBO for his second season.