At the recent Television Critics Association Press Tour, DEXTER star Michael C. Hall was kind enough to take a few minutes out of his busy schedule to discuss the upcoming third season of Showtime’s critically acclaimed thriller DEXTER.
On the books: “I read the first book as the first season was based on it. But I haven’t read subsequent books because seasons two and three have all been based on what the writers have been able to come up with.”
On portraying America’s favorite serial killer: “I was making a joke earlier [at the DEXTER TCA Panel], but I must say that certain members of my family seem to be more comfortable with me simulating serial murder than simulating a gay relationship with a black man [on SIX FEET UNDER].”
The little network that could, or as we around theTVaddict.com are now calling it — HBO 2.0 — decided to pull out all the stops my rolling up the WEEDS, CALIFORNICATION, DEXTER and BROTHERHOOD panel into one enormous joi…. ummm fantastic panel.
Heck, even one of the executives joked, “This is the Showtime mixer!” Granted, I’ve never seen Brotherhood, but at least I hear it’s good. The other shows I can vouch for. And I admittedly had a chill go up my spine when Michael C. Hall walked onto the stage. How can people not be afraid that this guy is going to stick a knife in their backs?
What’s really impressive was how much everyone looked like they had tried to dress like their characters, except Michael C. Hall who wore a sharp suit. David Duchovny was wearing a black button up shirt with a wrinkled black sportcoat, and Mary Louise Parker had on a sharp little cocktail dress and looked radiant in her gleaming white skin. How she’s lived in California all this time and not become tan, I’ll never know. She’s sitting on the far left, right next to David Duchovny, who’s sitting next to Michael C. Hall, who’s sitting next to Jason Clarke in an awesome row of Showtime star power.
TheTVaddict.com is thrilled to offer up a first look at the original poster Showtime has commissioned graphic artist Shepard Fairey to create in honor of DEXTER’s first appearance at July’s upcoming San Diego Comic Con.
If the style looks familiar, it’s because Fairey just so happens to be the talented artist behind this now iconic Obama poster.
And on the off chance you were concerned, the TV addict has it on good authority that no actual blood was used in the creation of this poster! Phew.
In celebration of tonight’s second season premiere of THE TUDORS, theTVaddict.com is thrilled to be giving away a copy of the series first season on DVD. To enter, simply post your answer to the following question in the comments below.
Question: Which premium cable show has the most historically accurate sexiest take on world history:
A) THE TUDORS
B) ROME
C) JOHN ADAMS
A winner will be notified via email in one week. That said, please be sure to use a valid email address so that if you win, you’ll actually receive your prize! And don’t miss THE TUDORS second season premiere tonight on Showtime at 9PM
In anticipation of Sunday’s L WORD finale, Showtime was kind enough send this TV Addict the complete fourth season of the L WORD to give away to one lucky reader.
In order to win, all you have to do is help spread a little TV Addict love by either (a) adding theTVaddict as your friend on Twitter or (b) becoming a Fan of theTVaddict on Facebook.
A winner will be randomly chosen on Monday and notified via either facebook or twitter. And don’t forget. THE L WORD ends its fifth season Sunday March 23 at 9PM on Showtime. You know, the network who’s motto should be, it’s not TV, it’s not HBO, it’s better!
In anticipation of DEXTER’s upcoming second season premiere — this September 30 at 9PM on Showtime — theTVaddict.com is giving away the first season of DEXTER on DVD. To qualify to win, all you have to do is take a look at the season two cast photos [click the link below] and guess which of Dexter’s friends, family and/or co-workers will fall victim to Dexter’s ’special brand of justice’ this coming season.
For the record, our guess is Sgt. Doakes. Having seen the first two episodes of the season, we have a feeling he’s getting far too nosey for his own good.
Can’t wait until September 28 to find out if you’ve won? Why not check out DEXTER on iTunes. At $1.99 per episode, it’s a killer deal [pun indented].
To help you get through that final grueling hour at the office, we at theTVaddict.com thought we’d offer up some highly-anticipated TV previews. Enjoy, and remember. Keep a spreadsheet a click away just in case your boss walks by!
Dying to see if Mary-Kate Olsen actually has acting chops outside of ten years on FULL HOUSE? Enjoy this first look of some of her work on WEEDS. Oh, and we should mention — enjoy this forty second preview while you can. Having seen the first four episodes of the season, we can assure you, Olsen doesn’t show up. Unless of course she was standing sideways (zing!) [click here]
Sark! Veronica Mars! Greg Grunberg! Could we BE anymore excited for season two of HEROES? Probably not. That said, here’s a sneak peak to help you pass the time. Save The Cheerleader… oh wait, that was last year. [click here]
Remember Betty? The slightly ugly girl with oh so much inner beauty. ABC certainly hope so! But just in case you forgot, check out this new music video featuring MIKA. [click here]
Mandy Moore on HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, Kristen Bell on HEROES and now this fantastic new DEXTER poster courtesy of our friends at Showtime. Seriously folks, can fall get here any sooner? (Where are my Hiro-esque time travelling abilities when I need them?)
TheTVaddict.com is thrilled to introduce the return of America’s Favorite Sweetheart Serial Killer. DEXTER officially kicks of season two on September 30 on Showtime and having already seen the first two episodes, this TV Addict assures you, you won’t be disappointed. There’s More Blood! More Mystery! And More Michael C Hall! Isn’t it time you discovered television’s most gripping new drama?
Miss DEXTER’S incredible first season? You can catch it for free, courtesty of Showtime on Demand (TMN in Canada), on iTunes, or better yet — pick up the affordably priced DVD on Amazon for a mere $27.99. FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, BROTHERS & SISTERS has the TV Addict ever steered you wrong?
There’s only two things you need to know about Showtime’s new series CALIFORNICATION. David Duchovny completely steps out of Fox Mulder’s shadow, and the show itself is straight from the HBO playbook (not that there’s anything wrong with that).
Duchovny’s return to television has everything we’ve come to expect from a cable series. A dysfunctional family, gratuitous nudity, an endless supply of drugs and alcohol and what’s now become the obligatory casting of a SEX IN THE CITY alumni — in this case, Evan Handler who plays Duchovny’s literary agent.
Yet after watching the series premiere, one can’t exactly fault Duchovny’s character Hank Moody for having somewhat of a personal meltdown. After-all, how else would you respond if you just just discovered that your ex-wife (Natascha McElhone) was getting remarried, your career options have whittled down to an offer to write a blog and your one hit novel God Hates Us All has been unceremoniously adapted into a insipid Hollywood romance starring none other than ‘Tom and Katie’?
Sounds depressing, sure — but rest assured CALIFORNICATION is no JOHN FROM CINCINNATI. Duchovny perfectly encapsulates the down-on-his-luck Hollywood writer, quite possibly because he knows the feeling. It’s been years since his own hit show was cancelled, yet with CALIFORNICATION, he’s just now stepping out of the shadow of his most infamous alter-ego Fox Mulder.
The question of course remains, will Hank Moody be able to do the same? Get both his life and career back on track. Honestly, we have no idea — but we’re certainly going to enjoy watching him try.
CALIFORNICATION premieres tonight on Showtime at 10:30PM (est). Canadians can catch it on TMN at 9PM.
The good news — last week the TV Addict received his first ever opening night party invitation. The bad — I simply couldn’t extend my LA/San Diego/Comic Con trip any longer. Even if it was to spend an entire evening with Mary-Louise Parker, David Duchovny and some of Showtime’s biggest stars.
Luckily my friends at Showtime were kind enough to send me a few photos to share with you. Rest assured I won’t miss next year’s party.
In anticipation of Sunday’s L WORD finale, Showtime was kind enough send this TV Addict the complete fourth season of the L WORD to give away to one lucky reader. 
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