Ron Howard was apprehensive about another PARENTHOOD television show.
“Parenthood (The movie) was a project I cherish and is probably the most personal film I’ve ever been involved with,” explained executive producer Ron Howard when asked why he was initially hesitant to take a PARENTHOOD pitch from FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS showrunner Jason Katims. “[But] as a creative person, it’s unbelievable gratifying to see an idea that we were all so proud of twenty years ago quite frankly evolve into something so entertaining, so impactful and so beautifully executed.”
Lauren Graham is as surprised as anyone to be starring in another network TV show.
“I wasn’t expecting to be doing a show right now,” exclaimed the former GILMORE GIRL. “I’ve read so many scripts over the past two and half, three years and it [PARENTHOOD] was so moving, so beautiful and I was so impressed by the pedigree of the people involved, after talking to Jason [Katims] I thought it could be a really collaborative, really positive experience and it has exceeded all of my expectations. It’s just the most fun day at work.”
If there is a silver-lining to be taken from yesterday’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — that let’s face it — has become little more than a three-hour infomercial for Broadway musicals, has-been artists pushing CD’s (Cyndi Lauper, Katherine McPhee, the kid from Hanna Montana, Really?!) and NBC/Universal’s various movies and television shows, it’s this: A first look at GILMORE GIRLS’ Lauren Graham returning to TV in NBC’s PARENTHOOD. Something to be thankful for indeed.
According to super-scooper Michael Ausiello (seriously people, how does he do it?) actress Helen Hunt really wasn’t that mad about taking over Maura Tierney’s role in PARENTHOOD. So much so that talks between her representatives and NBC have broken down with the role now being offered to GILMORE GIRLS Lauren Graham.
[OCTOBER 9, 2009 UPDATE] According to Ausiello, “a source inside Graham’s camp confirms that her deal to join Parenthood has just closed! Woo-hoo!”
Good News: GILMORE GIRL Lauren Graham is set to make her Broadway debut alongside Oliver Platt in the highly anticipated revival of GUYS & DOLLS. Bad News: This TV Addict is still paying of his Visa and AMEX bills from his last trip to New York. [Source]
Good News: The CW is officially developing MELROSE PLACE Version 2.0 for Fall 2009. Bad News: 90210 Version 2.0 isn’t exactly must see TV. Although for some inexplicable reason, we’re still watching. [Source]
Good News: The TV Addict just became friends with HEROES stars Greg Grunberg and Brea Grant. Bad News: And by ‘friends,’ I of course am referring to friends on Twitter, not friends in real life. Even though I know Greg Grunberg and I would so be “BFF” if given the chance! [Follow theTVaddict on Twitter]
While watching last night’s installment of TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES, this TV Addict couldn’t help but thinking of one thing; GILMORE GIRLS. Weird, I know… but having visited the set of THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES last fall, one can’t blame me for the skewed perspective.
What the average viewer might not realize is that TERMINATOR shoots its series on the exact same Warner Bros. lot that used to be occupied by none other than America’s favorite mother/daughter duo, Lorelai and Rory Gilmore. Oddly enough, the similarities don’t end there. Consider the following.
GILMORE GIRL fans, theTVaddict.com is thrilled to report today that you’ve got not one, but TWO reasons to smile.
First things first. Lauren Graham may be returning to the small screen far earlier than expected. Variety reports today that NBC managed to do the one thing the CW couldn’t — get Lauren Graham to sign on the dotted line. In one of the year’s richest development deals, NBC has signed Graham with the hopes of having her star in her own comedy or drama next fall. Explained Graham as only she can, “After having spent so many years representing the frog on the WB, I am especially comforted to be part of the only other network with an animal mascot.”
For more fantastic GILMORE GIRLS news…. check back later in the day [How's that for a cliffhanger!?]
… stars Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel never take part in GILMORE GIRLS DVD commentaries? Well wonder no more. In a recent Emmy chat with Gold Derby’s Tom O’Neil, star Lauren Graham revealed the real reason why there are never any ‘girls’ on the GILMORE GIRLS DVD commentaries.
Jets57 asks: In the past you and Alexis both mentioned working on DVD extras but they never seem to appear – what happened?
Lauren Graham responds: We make no money on DVD so don’t tend to do the commentary as we think that is unfair.
Now there’s a rarity in Hollywood, an honest answer! Kudos to Lauren Graham for being so upfront with her fans. That said, does anyone else find it a touch depressing that it all comes down to dollars and cents with stars Graham and Bledel? Who knew sitting down for forty-four minutes and commenting on a show you supposedly love was such an ardous task. How much money would make these girls happy? If it wasn’t clear before, it’s more than clear now that the real reason fans didn’t get a proper final season of the GILMORE GIRLS was simply due to the fact that the CW failed to back up a big enough Brinks truck.
Update: As the debate rages on in the comments, Jenna said it best when she wrote, “It might not earn them anything but if nothing else it’s a nice way to say “thank you”.”
theTVaddict’s mailbox has been inundated with news this evening that the cast and crew of GILMORE GIRLS were officially told today that the show is ending this May. While I’ve fired off an email to my friends at Warner Bros Television for confirmation, I’m still waiting to hear back. Stay tuned… for as soon as I hear something you’ll be the first to know.
Update: My source has informed me that at this time, there will be no official comment from Warner Bros. It should be noted that the last time I received a ‘no comment’ this quickly from Warner Bros, it was to deny the cancellation of THE OC! Needless to say, stay tuned…
If this just released photo is any indication (when is the last time we’ve seen these two smile?), Luke and Lorelai shippers have plenty to look forward to when GILMORE GIRLS returns on April 17. In an episode entitled “Hay Bale Maze,” Lorelai is seen apologizing to Luke for running to Christopher after their break-up, while Luke admits to having used April as an excuse for keeping Lorelai at a distance. Does anyone else hear wedding bells in the distance? Or at the very least a happily-ever-after series finale come May.
Marc Cherry promised that season three of DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES would be much improved, and after four episodes, this TV addict whole-heartidly agrees. Between Carlos and Gabby’s hilarious battle of one-upmanship, (the two of them remind me of Itchy & Scratchy), Lynette paying off a little league pitcher to go easy on her son, the creepy Orson Hodge and Bree’s reaction to Andrew’s method for making ends meet on the street (No Bree, he wasn’t doing yard work!) — this season i shaping up to be the best one yet. Oh, and how could I forget, the main reason why this episode was fantastic, the absence of Nora. Let’s hope this is a trend that continues for further episodes to come.
Following DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES is the surprise hit of the season, BROTHERS & SISTERS. Why am I enjoying this series so much? It’s essentially EVERWOOD minus the teenage angst (don’t get me wrong, I miss Ephram and Amy). The show doesn’t have a flashy mystery or jaw-dropping special effects It’s simply an interesting show about a very complicated family.
Finally a warning to Lauren Graham fans. Her ‘role’ on tonight’s STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP is miniscule. Lauren players herself, hosting the weeks episode of STUDIO 60 and her minutes on screen can be counted on one hand (possibly two fingers!). That said, the episode was fantastic, and definitely worth your time. Just don’t expect to feel like you’re in Stars Hollow.
Ron Howard was apprehensive about another PARENTHOOD television show.
Lauren Graham is as surprised as anyone to be starring in another network TV show.
GILMORE GIRL fans, theTVaddict.com is thrilled to report today that you’ve got not one, but TWO reasons to smile.
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