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TV Reviews
Fox’s ‘Kicking & Screaming’: That about captures it

The show will have to fight to make an impact in its tough timeslot opposite ABC's 'Scandal' and CBS's comedies. It's Fox's usual ...

CW’s ‘Riverdale’: A perfect addition to its comic lineup

The edgier update of the Archie series finds the red-head hot for teacher and Jughead investigating a murder. It's soapy and fun, ...

CBS’s ‘Hunted’: Little hope of sustaining its big bow

It's premiering behind the AFC championship, which will lift it to huge numbers. But buyers say the intensity of the show could tu...

Fox’s ‘Star’: A lot like ‘Empire,’ but with singers

You can't blame the network for copycatting its most successful series, which it's also using as a springboard to launch the new d...

CBS’s ‘Pure Genius’: More like pure gooey hooey

The show suffers from absurd plotlines and poor writing. It's about a high-tech hospital where the impossible happens. It may not ...

ABC’s ‘Housewife’: Timeslot woes outweigh its charm

Network expands comedy block with the show, about a woman who doesn't fit in with her hoity-toity neighbors. The lead actress shin...

Fox’s ‘Pitch’: Figure a double, not a home run

The network's best new drama follows MLB's first female pitcher. It's full of sports cliches but also has heart and, more importan...

NBC’s ‘The Good Place’: Actually, not really

The quirky comedy takes over a Thursday slot where the network has struggled to launch new comedies. Plus, it will be pre-empted b...

Fox’s ‘Son of Zorn’: Viewers should ‘toon in

The live action-animation hybrid gets a sneak peek behind an NFL doubleheader, a lucky start. It fits well with its lead-in though...

ABC’s ‘Speechless’: Show with something to say

Buyers largely like this show about a family with a special-needs kid. It's smart and daring, though it needs to watch the schmalt...

Fox’s ‘The Exorcist’: Bloody hell, this looks bad

The remake of the 1973 horror film has been exiled to Friday nights, never a good sign for a scripted show. Buyers wonder: Why pro...

CBS’s ‘Kevin Can Wait’: A solid, safe comedy

There's nothing new at all about this sitcom, which finds Kevin James in his familiar role as dopey suburban husband. But it will ...

ABC’s ‘Designated Survivor’: Rejoice! It’s Kiefer!

Media buyers adore the former '24' star and think this drama will be a big upgrade over former timeslot holder 'Nashville.' He pla...

NBC’s ‘This Is Us’: Looking promising

The trailer is a phenomenon online, and it has a great producer coupled with strong actors, plus a good timeslot. Only hurdle: Ser...

CBS’s ‘Bull’: Fall’s only sure bet to be a hit

The program stars Michael Weatherly, a viewer favorite from 'NCIS,' and it airs right after 'NCIS.' It should do extremely well wi...

Fox’s ‘Lethal Weapon’: Doubtful movie reboot

Media buyers aren't sure why Fox chose to reboot the franchise, which first hit theaters in 1987. But it should draw okay ratings ...

ABC’s ‘Uncle Buck’: Forced family fun

The second reboot of the 1980s John Candy movie, bumped from midseason, has the same tired jokes you'll find on any second-rate si...

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