A harvest of talent: CBS serves up comedy and drama this fall
As TV fans prepare for a delectable fall season, CBS offers viewers a mixed bag of newbies and familiar faces looking for a slice of the prime-time ratings pie. The network has decided to go with five solid new contenders to add to its already strong prime-time lineup.
In addition to returning ratings winners such as "Two and a Half Men" and "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," three new dramas and two new comedies have been added to the menu, and CBS executives understand the importance of teaming those fresh series with more seasoned fare.
Bad boys beware: 'Cops' is back for a new season
Reality TV shows may be all the rage these days, but there are two series that led the way with groundbreaking footage, real stories and more than one everyday hero. "America's Most Wanted" and "Cops" debuted in 1988 and 1989, respectively, back before reality TV became a jumble of bikini babes and back-stabbing brutes looking for money or romance.
Going for a touchdown: NBC fall sure to carry it over the line
Here we go again -- the leaves will soon be changing, the kids are heading back to school and one by one, major networks are announcing their slate of new and returning programs for the fall. In NBC's case, the lineup is sure to be a winner.
Will Arnett and Christina Applegate star in "Up All Night"
Vote for funny: Colbert launches spoof campaign ad
VOTE FOR FUNNY: Comedy Central certainly left its mark during the 2008 presidential campaign with its expanded Indecision 2008 election coverage. Now, as America readies for the next race to the White House, one of the network's stars is taking the political spoofs even further by forming his own Super PAC and launching attack ads against those running for office.
Going for a touchdown: NBC fall sure to carry it over the line
Here we go again -- the leaves will soon be changing, the kids are heading back to school and one by one, major networks are announcing their slate of new and returning programs for the fall. In NBC's case, the lineup is sure to be a winner.
Will Arnet and Christina Applegate star in "Up All Night"
Friendly skies: Ricci, Allen lead ABC into new fall season
It's almost that time of year again. As summer days wind down and nights become crisper, TV fans will have reason to curl up on the couch with a blanket and some new favorite series. The fall television season is just around the corner, and with it comes droves of new series looking to snag viewers and dominate ratings.
ABC really shakes things up this fall with three new comedies, three new dramas and an unusual new fantasy series.
Meet me at the Met: PBS offers viewers the best seats in the house
There's no need for opera glasses or a fancy ball gown if you want to catch a breathtaking performance this summer.
On Sunday, Aug. 28, PBS will premiere its latest feature of "Great Performances at the Met" with an outstanding presentation of the opera "Il Trovatore." Four of the world's most talented opera stars take on this challenging interpretation of a classic tale -- betrayal, revenge and forbidden love.
Dig it: Experts search homes for hidden gems in 'Buried Treasure'
Things may be looking up, but times are still tough for some.
With millions feeling the economic pinch, many are looking to turn a quick buck by selling off old junk, and Fox is the latest network to give viewers a peek at how it's done.
Leigh and Leslie Keno in "Buried Treasure"
The Chase is over: Hit HBO series ends after eight great seasons
A lot has changed in the 20 years since Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch released their first album, and much of it is now on television, thanks to HBO's "Entourage."
Andrew Dice Clay, Scott Caan, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Rhys Coiro and Kevin Dillon in "Entourage"
