cory monteith glee interview

Help Recast the Network’s Fall Shows!

May 28th, 2009

casttheseactors

Like clockwork, or a second-rate reality TV offering from the CW, it happens every year; The post-network Upfront shuffle. That awkward week following the Upfronts when networks quietly begin to recast and retool the shows they just spent the week touting to advertisers/ media buyers as the Fall’s “Next Big Thing!”

According to the Hollywood Reporter (who is living up to their namesake by reporting), ABC’s FORGOTTEN has jettisoned its lead investigator played by British import Rupert Penry-Jones, NCIS: LOS ANGELES is dropping Louise Lombard and THREE RIVERS is continuing the trend that seems to plague star Alex O’Loughlin (see: MOONLIGHT) by recasting the female lead originally played by Julia Ormond. Changes are also in store for TRAUMA, THE GOOD WIFE and NBC’s 100 QUESTIONS (details of which can be found here.)

Which is where you come in.


In an effort to remind networks and showrunners alike that there are an entire slew of fan favorites who currently find themselves with a little too much free time on their hand, we at theTVaddict.com thought we could lend a hand by compiling the ultimate list of actors who would make a welcome addition to any of your soon-to-be favorite new fall shows.

Getting the ball rolling, here are some of our personal favorites: Keri Lynn Pratt, Summer Glau, Brian Austin Green, Lena Headey, Liza Weil, Tom Amandes, Joshua Malina, Michael Vartan, Damian Lewis, Lauren Graham, Irene Molloy, and Lindsay Sloane.

Feel free to add your suggestions in the comments below.

79 Responses to “Help Recast the Network’s Fall Shows!”

Nick Says:

Kelly Bishop. Why hasn’t the CW placed her in one of its dramas? Knowing the legion of Gilmore Girls fans out there who adore this actress, it sure seems like a no-brainer. I’d get her onto Gossip Girl right now, or even The Beautiful Life. Both shoot in NY, and I believe Kelly lives in NY.

Vic Says:

Dear networks,

When you don’t use Garret Dillahunt, I don’t pay attention.

:)

Looks like Summer Glau is going to be in Dollhouse next season. So that’s great for her! According to Joss he hasn’t figured out what character she’ll play, but she will be an active instead of a doll. (Not sure that makes sense. Sleeper?)

Anyway, thought I would pass that along, sorry if you heard that one already.

Steve

Ace Says:

I don’t really know enough about the new shows to judge who should go where, but Lauren Graham and Lee Pace need to be back on my TV ASAP. And for those of you guys who have forgotten, ABC is burning off the remaining episdoes of Pushing Daisies (*tear*-3 left), Eli Stone (4 left) and DSM (4 left) over the next few Saturdays. What a waste.

Ace Says:

Now that I think about it….Lauren Graham can sing and she is funny, so maybe Glee? I really wish they had made the main guy single b/c I really dislike his wife (I know that is their intent, but my dislike of her isn’t the good kind).

I’d like to see Lauren Ambrose on my TV again. Every time someone mentions Six Feet Under, I recall just how unbelievable she was on that show.

Oh, and regarding Summer Glau on Dollhouse, here’s Whedon’s quote from the Ausiello interview: “Summer would be perfect to play an active, but she’s done that [type of role] a lot. I’d rather see her play someone who talks too much. The most fun I have is when I get somebody who’s good and comfortable at doing something, and then I make them do something else.”

So by the sounds of it, if she makes an appearance on Dollhouse, she probably won’t be a doll.

Jonathan Says:

How about Ian McShane now that Kings is over with?

Brian Says:

Lindsay Sloane! Yes! I’ve loved her since her guest stint on the Wonder Years…she is criminally under used. And since you also have the great Damian Lewis how about recasting my favorite canceled series “Life” with those two?

It’s not like NBC can have finish any lower in the ratings.

Go Lindsay.

db Says:

oh but Michael Vartan IS part of next seasons line up. He’s playing opposite Jada Pinkett Smith in the TNT show HawthoRNe. I’m expecting a very Noah Wyle kind of character.

Exciting none the less.
I also second Ian McShane and want to see Eric Von Detton back on tv

theTVaddict Says:

db,
Is Michael Vartan a regular? I was under the impression he was a guest star.

Ace,
Great call with Lauren Graham on GLEE!

The Televixen,
SIX FEET UNDER is on my TV on DVD to watch this summer list

LN Says:

It’s spelled, “Damian,” and I concur.

Ace Says:

Oh man, I had kind of forgotten (blocked from my memory?) that Kings wouldn’t be coming back, so we need to find Chris Egan a new job!

Charles Says:

Oh! Stephanie Niznik should take over on the NCIS spinoff. She’s guest starred on both JAG and the regular NCIS, why not make it 3 for 3?

Megan Says:

SARAH SHAHI! I think she proved on NBC’s ‘Life’ what an amazing and talented actress she is. The chemistry between Shahi and Damian Lewis was second to none. This woman no longer deserves to be under the radar.

Eileen Donovan Says:

Gale Harold, who recently returned to Desperate Housewives in a recurring role. If Marc Cherry isn’t going to snag him for season six, he needs to be somewhere on my TV screen! He’s not only extremely easy on the eyes, he’s a damn fine actor!

Luthien Says:

One Gale Harold deserves another shot to be in Desperate Housewives. He has enormous talent, and we didn’t get to watch his entire plot line because of the accident.

Dawn Says:

GALE HAROLD!

sherry Says:

it’a about time that gale harold got some decent writers behind him to let him shine. it’s been too too long. if marc cherry doesn’t know what he has and bring gale back for season six then whomever gets him will be happier than they ever expect to be.

[...] And while we’re at it - what TV folks could really use a job now that pilots are being recast…. - The TV Addict [...]

Tami Says:

GALE HAROLD! Someone please find this great actor a role on weekly tv! (Are you listening, Marc Cherry?) He’s talented, gorgeous, and I miss seeing him weekly!

Moraleigh Says:

Without a doubt Gale Harold needs to return to Desperate Housewives. He is a brilliant actor and the reason I watched D.H. this past season.

I hope Marc Cherry is aware of just how many devoted fans Gale has and brings him back for another season.

mh Says:

Would love to see GALE HAROLD on a show. he has a fanbase. is talented and hot.

Kris Says:

Like many of the commenters before me, Id like to see Gale Harold brought back– He did a great job on Desperate Housewives- and I would watch anything that he was cast into.

Romy Says:

GALE HAROLD. He´s a very talented actor and he deserves to be on the next season of Desperate Housewives, because he needs develop his character because he couldn´t do last season because of his accident.

joann Says:

I am guessing Marc Cherry will cast Gale Harold for his role as Jackson on DH, but if for some reason that does not happen. Well if someone smart who is recasting is looking for an actor with great presents and showmenship Gale Harold surely has that and then some.

marion Says:

gale harold needs to return to dh as jackson

Colleen Says:

Gale Harold, Damian Lewis, Sarah Shahi, Lauren Ambrose

sweet Says:

Get Gale Harold, you can’t go wrong. He is more then likely to stay with DH, but if not he has the acting ability,charm, personality, and all things needed to play a varity of role’s.

Good talent should not go to waste.

lavliadon Says:

Gale Harold. Definitely.

Narbeleth Says:

Gale Harold! the man has talent, charisma, and look’s great!
Can’t ask for more…more is not possible.

Dee Says:

GALE HAROLD.

He was amazing in Queer as Folk and I started watching Desperate Housewives because of him. They didn’t really give him the chance to show his talent but if he gets a good script, he can do wonders.

I hope to see him again in DH (with a better written Jackson) or on a new show.

Heygirl1 Says:

It would be great to see Gale Harold return to DH or another show next year. He is a very talented actor.

Bren Says:

Gale Harold… where he leads, I (and everyone else) will follow!!!

ducdebrabant Says:

Gale Harold. I thought that show “Confessions of a Contractor” would be perfect for him. I hope they recast that.

Martina Says:

Gale Harold, please.

Suz Says:

Yes! The more I get to see Gale Harold, Sarah Shahi, and Ian McShane the better!

gaffiotte Says:

Gale harold in DH! He gave me back my interest in Desperate Housewives!

Elaine Says:

Gale Harold! Talented, gorgeous, marvelous actor! I hope Marc Cherry is smart enough to bring him back for season 6. Jackson is a wonderful character and I would love to see much more of him. If he doesn’t return to DH he needs to be on something else. He’s too fine an actor not to be on a show, a good one. I miss seeing him!

CF Says:

Please, Desperate Housewives is a horrible show. I’m trying hard to watch it because of Gale Harold. But I’d rather he gets his own show: a well-written character driven show and for him to be the lead in it. That’s what best suits him and that’s where this underrated actor belongs.

Chris Groom Says:

Gale Harold is a wonderful leading man and has been brillant in the role of Jackson on Desperate Housewives

Jessica Says:

They should definitely recast Gale Harold!!! He is the most amazing,believable,and incredibly gifted actor I have ever seen! There has got to be a place for him somewhere! Cast Him!!

Jo Says:

Gale Harold – recently in Desperate Housewives – brilliant in everything!

Veronica Says:

Gale Harold! If Marc Cherry is daft enough not to bring him back to DH for S6 then someone should snap him up for a lead role.

medveditsa Says:

Gale Harold. Just give him a decent storyline, sit back and watch him being brilliant.

Amanda Says:

I echo many people on here when I say that Gale Harold would be a welcome addition to any show. He has been a fan favorite on everything he has does, including as Jackson on Desperate Housewives this past season, as people appreciate his fine acting ability and good looks!

Nick Says:

Okay, who informed The Gale Harold Fan Club that it’s time to post so we can get our dream-lover a job? We get it.

theTVaddict Says:

It’s actually funny that the Gale Harold fan club has seemingly found their way to theTVaddict.com, as I was actually thinking about adding Gale Harold to the list, until I remembered I probably should wait until next season to see if he’s back on DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES. Which if you ask me, he will be, because creator Marc Cherry is a big fan.

erica Says:

Gale Harold in DH or any other well-written show because he is an incredibly talented dramatic actor (and comedy scripts). I only began watching DH because he was finally back on TV. If he does not return this next season; I won’t be tuning into DH. thanks

Zack Says:

I hope Marc Cherry will cast Gale Harold for his role as Jackson on DH, but if he doesn’t, then I hope some one else will realize how talented, gorgeous and brillant Gale Harold is and will recast him.
He’s under used. He can play a very large range of characters.
I miss him already! I need him on screen!!

Jennifer Says:

If Gale Harold isn’t on DH season 6 you couldn’t go wrong with casting him in any role he is a very talented actor and very easy on the eyes.

BeatrixK Says:

Guilty :) GALE HAROLD

BeatrixK Says:

Gale harold

Zack Says:

I hope Marc Cherry will cast Gale Harold for his role as Jackson on DH, but if he doesn’t, then I hope someone else will realize how talented, gorgeous and brillant Gale Harold is and will recast him.
He’s under used. He can play a very large range of characters.

Donna Says:

Thanks for remembering Gale Harold. Even though he doesn’t really have an organized fan club, he has a world-wide following of loyal fans. I know I am not the only one who has admired Marc Cherry’s compassionate and thoughtful response to Gale’s forced absence to the show. Cherry showed great character by going out of his way to support Gale and by helping him return to the show. Many of Gales fans are hoping to see him in Desperate Housewives next season, or if not, on another high quality show..

Abby Says:

Agree on Damian Lewis and Lee Pace. Would love to see Anna Friel but she’s already turned down network offers and doesn’t want to do tv right now.

terri Says:

If for some reason Gale Harold does not return to Desperate Housewives, I sure hope he ends up somewhere else on my screen! He is a brilliant actor, and is loved by many!

Rachael Says:

THE FABULOUS GALE HAROLD!!!! Put him anything with good writing and he’ll go to town.

ducdebrabant Says:

ABC really does deserve credit for the way they handled his accident. I’m glad somebody said that. But let’s face it, Jackson Braddock — though very winning and sweet — wasn’t the most interesting character Gale Harold has ever played. They were just learning how to exploit Gale’s gifts in the part (a more subtle reactive comedy instead of the farce of going in and out of windows) when he had that disagreement with his motorcycle. If he comes back next season, I’m hoping Jackson will be much better written.

[...] May 28: The TV Addict: “Help Recast the Networks’ Fall Shows!” [...]

Tia Says:

I would love to see Gale Harold on another show! I loved him as Jackson in Desparate Housewives and was sad to see him go.

S Says:

Gale Harold!!

Sandra Says:

I would like to see Gale Harold in a show. He´s a very talented actor who deserves to be seen more often on a regulary basis. I´m sad to hear that he won´t be on DH6.

Amy Says:

I will faithfully watch any show that is lucky enough to star Gale Harold!

Jackie Says:

Oh yea…Gale Harold must get back on tv! Whether it’s DH or, what I would prefer, the lead in another series. He’s absolutely the best! Gorgeous & talented.

Ana Says:

Gale Harold, of course! He’s the best actor nowadays. He’s gorgeous and he plays his characters emotions like no one else. He acts with his heart and soul and this is what we need on TV. Please, give Gale a show, so we can be delighted with his acting.

Karrina Says:

Gale Harold =^.^=

kiss from italy.

Jane Says:

Gale Harold! Where Gale goes, I go.

GALINE Says:

Aucune hésitation a avoir GALE HAROLD le best des acteurs
Il est divin, il joue magnifiquement bien, il est mondialement connu, il au un charisme phénoménal, il séduit tout le monde aussi bien les femmes que les hommes………..IL EST L ACTEUR QUI DOIT ABSOLUMENT MONTER MONTER MONTER ET SE RETROUVER AUX MILIEUX DES PLUS GRANDS…Il en a le talent croyez moi Mesdames & Messieurs les Producteurs…Un vrai GENIE
Ecoutez les Fans
Bisous de France

GALINE Says:

YES YES YES YES ……….G A L E H A R O L D …………THE MAGNIFICENT….. THE PLAYER ……THE BEST…….

FRENCH KISS

GALINE

[...] the TV Addict: We helped the network’s recast their new fall shows (already!), offered up our snap judgements on the [...]

[...] the TV Addict: We helped the network’s recast their new fall shows (already!), offered up our snap judgements on the [...]

fuge7 Says:

of course, Gale Harold!!! :D and as I see, everybody loves him. :) )))

loops Says:

I would see again Gale Harold! He is a very talent! I think that he should act in a new tv show!

YVONNE REID,IRELAND Says:

BRING BACK GALE HAROLD,WE ALL NEED GALE HAROLD,GREAT ACTOR AND VERY HOT.X

Maga Says:

Gale Harold es un excelente actor y merece un personaje bien escrito (alguno como Brian, Geoff, Kyle… Nada de ese Jackson). Empecé a ver DH gracias a él pero de veras deseo que le den un rol que haga honor a su talento y carisma.

Saludos desde Argentina…

Sofi Says:

Gale Harold needs a new show! He is briliant, but DH is for s**t!!

Agata Says:

Lauren Ambrose (incredible on Six Feet Under) and Gale Harold (do I need to ad anything here?).

Beth Says:

WITHOUT ANY DOUBT:
GALE HAROLD!
ARGENTINA IS WITH GALE HAROLD! :)

Lucia Says:

Prefiero ver a Gale Harold en una serie de television donde tenga mas protagonismo y no solo diez minutos como en mujeres desesperadas.El se lo merece porque es un gran actor y ademas su presencia es muy agradable para la vista.

Leave a Reply




home | sitemap | contact | Copyright © 2008 theTVaddict.com