BET Acquires Diff'rent Strokes and Malcolm & Eddie...and More!

[Pavan]

BET will launch two sitcoms in February.

Blog Story: http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/02/bet-adds-diffrent-strokes-malcolm-and.html

Diff'rent Strokes
Weekdays 9-10am
Diff'rent Strokes launches on BET Tuesday, February 19 airing weekdays 9-10am.
What you talking about... Diff'rent Strokes joins BET! Don't miss this loveable sitcom, weekday mornings. Starring Gary Coleman.

Malcolm & Eddie
Weekdays 10-11am, 4-5pm, and 11pm-12am
"Malcolm & Eddie" joins BET! Don't miss the hilarious adventures of Malcolm McGee and his room mate Eddie Sherman. Starring Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Eddie Griffin.

You can still catch Jamie Foxx at midnight-1am and The Wayans Bros. from 3-4am weeknights. Girlfriends, The Parkers can still be seen in marathon blocks. In Living Color will air on weekends in a weekend block with two other new additions, Sanford and Thea starting March 1.

The Parkers will get a President's Day marathon from 10am-7pm
BET promises to keep you laughing 9 hours straight with "The Parkers" BET marathon. Tune in for laughs from funny lady, Mo'Nique.

Girlfriends 12-hour marathon on Saturday, February 23 from 9am-9pm.

See full details on the blog: http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/02/bet-adds-diffrent-strokes-malcolm-and.html

[Dean Winchester]

a decent sitcom from the 1980's in syndication? too good to be true, I bet we won't even get to the non-DVD episodes, but I'm hoping.

[friendsfan77]

It's good the show will be getting national exposure again. I wonder if this will help Sony get off its behind and release more seasons on DVD

[MikeL]

finally on a channell i get i cant wait and this month hope it soon

[Scoobiedoo30]

This is Awsome News

[JT]

Gosh, I love BET now.

It's been many, many years since DS aired regularly on a national channel. I believe the last time was on N@N in the 2000-2001 era. Or maybe it spent some time on TVLand since then?

[DSfan]

Actually, I'm pretty sure the last time it was on national TV was in 2001-2002 on TNN, now Spike TV.

I am lucky enough to already have it on Peachtree and I've been recording them all incase the DVDs never get released.

Now, with it also on BET, I guess it's just the more the merrier :)

I was actually about to get BET off my digital tv because I have a package where you pick certain channels and I was thinking to replace BET since I watch it for a music video about 3 times a year lol.

Definetly keeping the channel now!

[TVFactFan]

BET will launch two sitcoms in February.

Diff'rent Strokes
Weekdays 9-10am and 3-4pm
Diff'rent Strokes launches on BET Tuesday, February 19 airing weekdays 9-10am and 3-4pm.
What you talking about... Diff'rent Strokes joins BET! Don't miss this loveable sitcom, weekday mornings. Starring Gary Coleman.

Malcolm & Eddie
Weekdays 10-11am, 4-5pm, and 11pm-12am
"Malcolm & Eddie" joins BET! Don't miss the hilarious adventures of Malcolm McGee and his room mate Eddie Sherman. Starring Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Eddie Griffin.

You can still catch Jamie Foxx at midnight-1am and The Wayans Bros. from 3-4am weeknights. Girlfriends, The Parkers can still be seen in marathon blocks.

The Parkers will get a President's Day marathon from 10am-7pm
BET promises to keep you laughing 9 hours straight with "The Parkers" BET marathon. Tune in for laughs from funny lady, Mo'Nique.


Full details and write-up will come Monday on the blog.




Great News about Different Strokes, great Addition by BET instead of the UPN/CW Leftovers. Can't wait to set the recorder

[JT]

Actually, I'm pretty sure the last time it was on national TV was in 2001-2002 on TNN, now Spike TV.

I am lucky enough to already have it on Peachtree and I've been recording them all incase the DVDs never get released.

Now, with it also on BET, I guess it's just the more the merrier :)

I was actually about to get BET off my digital tv because I have a package where you pick certain channels and I was thinking to replace BET since I watch it for a music video about 3 times a year lol.

Definetly keeping the channel now!
Ooooh yeah, I forgot all about it being on TNN. Actually, for a second, I forgot TNN even showed old TV shows after it stopped being The Nashville Network. If I remember right...there was DS, and "Three's Company," and "Newhart," and "WKRP in Cincinnati," and "The Wonder Years," and I even think I remember "Taxi" too.

[Brian Damage]

Great news as far as I am concerned. Let's just hope they don't edit them to shreds.

[Dean Winchester]

sad that BET is more ION than ION is now :lol:

ION won't dare touch Diff'rent Strokes, they want Seinfeld and Raymond

[TVFactFan]

Great news as far as I am concerned. Let's just hope they don't edit them to shreds.


Now I don't know what BET editing style is like since this will be my first time watching a sitcom on the network since 1994

[TVFactFan]

sad that BET is more ION than ION is now :lol:

ION won't dare touch Diff'rent Strokes, they want Seinfeld and Raymond



Or JAMIE FOXX


lol

[Pavan]

BET didn't do that good of a job with 227 and Amen...they would like end the closing theme before it ended. But at least they aired the shows.

Here is more to wet all of your appetites...Diff'rent Strokes and Malcolm & Eddie are being added to weekdays, but there will be some more sitcoms coming in March during the weekends. I won't reveal what they are today, you'll have to wait until tomorrow on the blog, but Solomon will be happy tomorrow!

As for ION, you never know, they could air Diff'rent Strokes...it is possible. Raymond and Seinfeld are not what they are after, those would be impossible for them to get. Besides the MASH deal, their shows are shows that really haven't aired much lately (Drew Carey, Baywatch).

[TVFactFan]

BET didn't do that good of a job with 227 and Amen...they would like end the closing theme before it ended. But at least they aired the shows.

Here is more to wet all of your appetites...Diff'rent Strokes and Malcolm & Eddie are being added to weekdays, but there will be some more sitcoms coming in March during the weekends. I won't reveal what they are today, you'll have to wait until tomorrow on the blog, but Solomon will be happy tomorrow!

As for ION, you never know if will air Diff'rent Strokes...it is possible. Raymond and Seinfeld are not what they are after, those would be impossible for them to get. Besides the MASH deal, their shows are shows that really haven't aired much lately (Drew Carey, Baywatch).


OMG!! Pav I think it's one of the shows below!!!!!

Grady
Sanford Arms
Jeffersons
Me and the Boys
Charlie and Co
Here and Now
Out All Night

[Dean Winchester]

As for ION, you never know if will air Diff'rent Strokes...it is possible. Raymond and Seinfeld are not what they are after, those would be impossible for them to get. Besides the MASH deal, their shows are shows that really haven't aired much lately (Drew Carey, Baywatch).

well, MASH is the all time most played out sitcom of the 70's, and you know the shows ION will sacrifice for MASH will be Alice and the sort, not the more common likes of Mama's Family, which aired on TBS every day for a decade before ION snatched it up.

If you're going to pick up a beloved 70's sitcom, why not pick one up that hasn't been played to death on fifty other channels in the past ten years? Plus, all 11 seasons of MASH are out on DVD, I don't think that between the DVD's and TV Land/Hallmark that there are many people out there craving more MASH. It's as bad as Seinfeld, Friends or Raymond.

Shows like Diff'rent Strokes or One Day At A Time are more along the lines what ION should aim for, shows that the fans don't have complete series sets on DVD and don't have three other channels to watch it on.

[Pavan]

Since the weekend shows will be just weekends, you can expect these two new shows to have two seasons or less. They will be paired with In Living Color. Solomon, you will be happy, though. At least with one of them, maybe both.

That's is all I'm saying until tomorrow's blog!

[DSfan]

Ooooh yeah, I forgot all about it being on TNN. Actually, for a second, I forgot TNN even showed old TV shows after it stopped being The Nashville Network. If I remember right...there was DS, and "Three's Company," and "Newhart," and "WKRP in Cincinnati," and "The Wonder Years," and I even think I remember "Taxi" too.

Ya I think you're right, also Kids Say the Darndest Things and for some reason I feel like they aired A Different World too

[TVFactFan]

Since the weekend shows will be just weekends, you can expect these two new shows to have two seasons or less. They will be paired with In Living Color. Solomon, you will be happy, though. At least with one of them, maybe both.

That's is all I'm saying until tomorrow's blog!


Will DS be aired in order tomorrow? I won't have to start recording until season 3

[Pavan]

TNN never aired A Different World, but yes Kids Say did air. TNN also aired dramas like The Waltons, Miami Vice, Picket Fences, A-Team.

Yes, Diff'rent Strokes and Malcolm & Eddie will start with their pilots on Tuesday and will go in order. But you have to tune in, if you want this to last. We don't need another Family Ties, Hogan Family, Evening Shade incident here.

[MikeL]

OMG!! Pav I think it's one of the shows below!!!!!

Grady
Sanford Arms
Jeffersons
Me and the Boys
Charlie and Co
Here and Now
Out All Night


dont forget about sanford i wish they get gimme a break

[Brian Damage]

Why can't you tell us now?

[Dean Winchester]

I know I know!!!

Cosby Show or Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air ;)

[TVFactFan]

dont forget about sanford i wish they get gimme a break


Neither one of those shows would excite me

[TVFactFan]

I know I know!!!

Cosby Show or Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air ;)


Pav said I will be HAPPY. Do you think I would be excited about FP or TCS?-LOL

[MikeL]

who hell cares abou fp or cosby they 2 overdone hate them shows hope it some shows worth being exited for i be excited for saford n gab cause they not on anymore

sanford arms n grady be good2

[Dean Winchester]

^ can you use some punctuation?

[Pavan]

Why can't you tell us now?

Embargoed information until Monday. Malcolm and DS were set to be announced on Monday (that is why I didn't mention it on Friday), too, but BET listings are reporting it already, so might as well talk about it. It must have been a late buy or change.

[Brieannas21]

dont forget about sanford i wish they get gimme a break


Me too, I would LOVE it if they were to pick up Gimme A Break!

[TVFactFan]

Me too, I would LOVE it if they were to pick up Gimme A Break!


Well you can throw it out your mind because it won's be GAB-lol

[Dean Winchester]

I'd love GAB to come back into syndication too since I've read on HTF that there is no chance in hell to see the rest of the series on *official* DVD's

[nickandmore]

Pavan, your removed the 3-4PM re-airs for DS from your original post. My on-screen guide says it will air (not Friday though) from 3-4PM as well. Will it?

[Pavan]

Hell Date is 3-4PM now this week, according to BET's official grids.

Next week (week of Feb. 25) BET lists DS 3-4pm, but they haven't listed episodes yet, so I'm assuming Hell Date will be slotted in again.

[Pavan]

Neither one of those shows would excite me

Yeah, can't be Gimme a Break! because I said it will be two seasons or less, since it will air on weekends. I thought you liked Sanford?

[JT]

So, is it safe to assume that "That's My Mama" will be one of them?

Or is that too late? Can we have a time frame please, sir :)

[TVFactFan]

Hell Date is 3-4PM now this week, according to BET's official grids.

Next week (week of Feb. 25) BET lists DS 3-4pm, but they haven't listed episodes yet, so I'm assuming Hell Date will be slotted in again.


They need to get rid of Hell Date

[TVFactFan]

Yeah, can't be Gimme a Break! because I said it will be two seasons or less, since it will air on weekends. I thought you liked Sanford?


The complete series of Sanford is available on DVD so that pickup wouldn't be too exciting

[TVFactFan]

So, is it safe to assume that "That's My Mama" will be one of them?

Or is that too late? Can we have a time frame please, sir :)


That would be another bad pickup since That's My Mama it's complete on DVD

[Pavan]

The complete series of Sanford is available on DVD so that pickup wouldn't be too exciting

The 1980 show? Bootleg yes, but not officially.

Sorry, JT no more hints ;)

[TVFactFan]

The 1980 show? Bootleg yes, but not officially.

Sorry, JT no more hints ;)


Yes the bootleg, and out of the 26 I have 20 eps on VHS and just too lazy to get the other 6-lol

[MikeL]

on my dish network guid it list diff rent stroks airing 3to4 9 to 10am

[Brieannas21]

I just found out what short lived sitcoms that will be joining BET :D

[friendsfan77]

I'd love GAB to come back into syndication too since I've read on HTF that there is no chance in hell to see the rest of the series on *official* DVD's
I'd love to see GAB again. I don't have TV One so I didn't get to see the marathon. It's been years and years since I've seen that show.

[MikeL]

I just found out what short lived sitcoms that will be joining BET :D


cool what are they

[Brieannas21]

cool what are they


i'll pm you

AHA nevermind, can't

[Dean Winchester]

When you think about it, there couldn't be a better time to bring DS back. The 30th anniversary is coming up later this year, Gary Coleman was just in the news in recent days over getting married, Janet Jackson (Charlene) is about to release a new CD, etc...

I hope it does well enough that Sony will consider releasing season 3, which IMO was the start of the show's prime (I thought 80-83 was the show at it's best)

[TVFactFan]

When you think about it, there couldn't be a better time to bring DS back. The 30th anniversary is coming up later this year, Gary Coleman was just in the news in recent days over getting married, Janet Jackson (Charlene) is about to release a new CD, etc...

I hope it does well enough that Sony will consider releasing season 3, which IMO was the start of the show's prime (I thought 80-83 was the show at it's best)


The show became very watchable in 1980 to the end, the first season was YUCK-lol

[Dean Winchester]

yea. I have the first two seasons mainly waiting for the rest, but it seems like it's not coming. It was like a 70's Full House at the beginning, I like Willis and Kimberly a little older and Arnold slightly less precocious.

[TVFactFan]

yea. I have the first two seasons mainly waiting for the rest, but it seems like it's not coming. It was like a 70's Full House at the beginning, I like Willis and Kimberly a little older and Arnold slightly less precocious.


I didn't like Arnold's personality in season 1

[Jude The Obscure]

Since the weekend shows will be just weekends, you can expect these two new shows to have two seasons or less. They will be paired with In Living Color. Solomon, you will be happy, though. At least with one of them, maybe both.

That's is all I'm saying until tomorrow's blog!


Pavan, you big ole tease!:lol:

[Pavan]

The blog is up! http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/02/bet-adds-diffrent-strokes-malcolm-and.html

[TVFactFan]

The blog is up! http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/02/bet-adds-diffrent-strokes-malcolm-and.html



PAV I CAN NOW TAKE THEA OFF MY WANTLIST!!!!!!!!!!, you know me well and I'm very HAPPY. Even with Sanford I can still have a MASTER copy of my OWN on VHS and later transfer to DVD.


I FEEL GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


LOL

[Pavan]

I remember watching Thea on BET before, it was a decent series. I actually have never seen Sanford...didn't catch it on BET the first time. Hopefully both are on long enough for each episode to be aired.

[Scoobiedoo30]

Sanford usede to air weeknight's at 7:00 pm Central Time on BET

[TVFactFan]

I remember watching Thea on BET before, it was a decent series. I actually have never seen Sanford...didn't catch it on BET the first time. Hopefully both are on long enough for each episode to be aired.


But the Plan is to air all eps of Thea Regardless right? I mean with two airings a day we will have the full season in 2 weeks so I see no reason that all eps wouldn't be shown. Five days is 10 eps-lol

[Pavan]

Thea and Sanford are only airing weekends, with probably one episode a week. Thea is Saturday nights at 3am and Sundays at 12pm...Sunday is probably an encore of Saturday night.

[TVFactFan]

Thea and Sanford are only airing weekends, with probably one episode a week. Thea is Saturday nights at 3am and Sundays at 12pm...Sunday is probably an encore of Saturday night.


Now I'm nervous, well I will try to get all i can get which is more than I had before, ZERO-lol

[friendsfan77]

OMG I cannot believe Sanford is coming. That is awesome news. I've been curious to see that one.

[Scoobiedoo30]

When was the last time Sanford Aired on BET

[TVFactFan]

OMG I cannot believe Sanford is coming. That is awesome news. I've been curious to see that one.


It's a 80's version of Sanford and Son without "LAMONT", BUBBA", and "DONNA". Just Fred and a Ovwerweight White Guy as his business Partner. Rollo, Grady, and Esther makes ocassional appearances throughout the show

[chris31989]

I can't wait to see Sanford. I had never watched it and now I will be sure to tape it. I'm glad BET is bringing back some of these good shows.

[TVFactFan]

I can't wait to see Sanford. I had never watched it and now I will be sure to tape it. I'm glad BET is bringing back some of these good shows.


Yeah the last time BET aired it was in 1994

[Dean Winchester]

BET aired it in the late 90's too I believe. I remember going on vacation with my parents in summer 97 and my mom watching a Sanford episode on BET then

[TVFactFan]

BET aired it in the late 90's too I believe. I remember going on vacation with my parents in summer 97 and my mom watching a Sanford episode on BET then


The mid 90's, I know for a fact BET didn't air Sanford during my last year of college, only the first year of college

[tanquant]

Its about time BET aired something worth watching. I will be tuning in to see Different Strokes :)

[JT]

That is *awesome* news from BET!! REALLY great! Seriously, if someone had said, before the news about DS came out, that BET would be airing "Sanford" in the month of March, they would have been laughed to death.

I haven't seen either one of the later Sanford shows, so it'll be a real treat to see it. As for "Thea," me and my brother grew up watching that in its original run on ABC and then in reruns on BET in the 1990s, so it'll be great to see it again. The character of Thea was soooo similar to Roseanne, and the show should have lasted longer, IMO.

[TVFactFan]

That is *awesome* news from BET!! REALLY great! Seriously, if someone had said, before the news about DS came out, that BET would be airing "Sanford" in the month of March, they would have been laughed to death.

I haven't seen either one of the later Sanford shows, so it'll be a real treat to see it. As for "Thea," me and my brother grew up watching that in its original run on ABC and then in reruns on BET in the 1990s, so it'll be great to see it again. The character of Thea was soooo similar to Roseanne, and the show should have lasted longer, IMO.


I'm thinking why that's why THEA didn't last because it was a COPY of Roseanne. I will find out soon enough-lol

[Ireneparalegal]

Quick question, does anyone know if Gary Coleman gets any sort of residuals for Diff'rent Strokes?

[Pavan]

I'm sure Gary gets something from that still. Probably not that much, as DS has really not been in cable since Nick at Nite/TNN in 2001 and 2002.

[Ireneparalegal]

Then I am sure with DS airing on BET, Gary can lighten up a little and enjoy some $$$ from the show. :lol:

[Dean Winchester]

I never understood why Nick got rid of DS so fast. They only made it up to about season 3. When Nick aired it, it got great ratings, but yet it was gone within about 4 mos

[TVFactFan]

I never understood why Nick got rid of DS so fast. They only made it up to about season 3. When Nick aired it, it got great ratings, but yet it was gone within about 4 mos


I'm sure it didn't have good ratings if it was pulled but I think it's a show that fits very well on N@N

[Dean Winchester]

I'm sure it didn't have good ratings if it was pulled but I think it's a show that fits very well on N@N
no idea, I guess they figured with Cosby coming soon, there was only room for one 80's sitcom with an African-American lead. But I remember DS reruns being in the top 10 cable shows for the week when it came to Nick in March/April 2001

[TVFactFan]

no idea, I guess they figured with Cosby coming soon, there was only room for one 80's sitcom with an African-American lead. But I remember DS reruns being in the top 10 cable shows for the week when it came to Nick in March/April 2001


Well By April we should be watching season 3 on BET, hopefully

[MikeL]

i wish royal family come on bet now there a show that be good redd foxes last serie

[DSfan]

Does anybody know if there is a such thing as a Canadian version of BET?

I have looked on my tv schedule on the internet and on the actual guide on tv and both have the regular stuff listed, no Diff'rent Strokes.

[ts3456]

great pickup for bet been waiting to see malcolm & eddie again for awahile.

[Tubehead]

I wish someone would show haning with mr cooper. i miss the show. i have watch it free of the net.

[friendsfan77]

great pickup for bet been waiting to see malcolm & eddie again for awahile.
I'm excited about that too. I don't think I've seen that since the original run.

[Pavan]

So how was the editing of Diff'rent Strokes, for those of you who watched? I caught the last 15 minutes of the second episode. It looked decent to me from what I saw...no tampering with the closing credits either (ran voice-over/split-screen free!).

[TVFactFan]

So how was the editing of Diff'rent Strokes, for those of you who watched? I caught the last 15 minutes of the second episode. It looked decent to me from what I saw...no tampering with the closing credits either (ran voice-over/split-screen free!).


I thought it came on twice a day? I will have to wait until tomorrow now

[Pavan]

No, 3-4pm is Hell Date remember? 9-10am only.

[TVJunkie101]

I wish someone would show haning with mr cooper. i miss the show. i have watch it free of the net.

Hangin' with Mr. Cooper airs on TVOne.

Great news about Diff'rent Strokes! Stunned, actually. I'll have to watch it tomorrow morning. Totally forgot about it today.

Nice about Thea and Sanford. Never saw either so I'll have to try to watch them.

[TVFactFan]

Hangin' with Mr. Cooper airs on TVOne.

Great news about Diff'rent Strokes! Stunned, actually. I'll have to watch it tomorrow morning. Totally forgot about it today.

Nice about Thea and Sanford. Never saw either so I'll have to try to watch them.


Only bad news is that Thea will only air 4 times a month which means it will take until mid september to get the entire 22 eps of the series on Tape

[Jude The Obscure]

The show seems to be the normal syndication cut that's been out there before, only with the SPT logo slapped on at the end.

[Scoobiedoo30]

what is an SPT Logo

[megamanj2004]

what is an SPT Logo

"Sony Pictures Television" that's what SPT stands for.

Sony's "Sony Pictures Television Shiny Bars of Boredom" Logo, almost much like Columbia-Tristar Television's "Boxes of Boredom" logo was when Sony still kept the Columbia name around.

[megamanj2004]

Plus, I can't wait for the infamous "Spanking" episode! That's one of my only few favorite episodes of the 1st 2 seasons...LMAO!!! :lol:

[Scoobiedoo30]

thnks for letting me know what SPT stans for

[angel676]

I have a quick question about BET airing DS, are the controversial episodes going to be showed or not, most stations skip over those eps. Anyone know???

[TVFactFan]

Nice Job by BET, eps ran about 22 min, and the closing credits didn't have any voiceovers or shrinked by a Promo. Good Treatment and I'm looking forward to the seasons not on DVD

[Pavan]

Just got a confirmation for next week (week of Feb. 25), Diff'rent Strokes will not be 3-4pm, but it will air in its 9-10am slot of course. Also next week, the show will start to air on Saturday mornings as well from 9-10am (repeat of Monday's airings). Also, Malcolm & Eddie will air Saturdays starting that week, 10-11am and 4-5pm.

Thea and Sanford will start with their pilot episodes.

We will have more on BET in the blog either today or tomorrow. Get ready for some marathon action for one or two of these new shows!

[TVFactFan]

Just got a confirmation for next week (week of Feb. 25), Diff'rent Strokes will not be 3-4pm, but it will air in its 9-10am slot of course. Also next week, the show will start to air on Saturday mornings as well from 9-10am (repeat of Monday's airings). Also, Malcolm & Eddie will air Saturdays starting that week, 10-11am and 4-5pm.

Thea and Sanford will start with their pilot episodes.

We will have more on BET in the blog either today or tomorrow. Get ready for some marathon action for one or two of these new shows!

what is with all these malcom and eddie airings? And you know the marathon will be for the M&E show, defintely not sanford or thea

[Pavan]

I can tell you the marathon is NOT Malcolm & Eddie ;)

[thebloodyscot]

Great watching Diff'rent Strokes. Hope that's the marathon. Gotta try Malcolm & Eddie too

[TVFactFan]

I can tell you the marathon is NOT Malcolm & Eddie ;)


Well that's good to know.

[gidgetgrape]

I'm so excited about Sanford and Thea! :)

[Pavan]

Here are the BET updates and the marathon is...click below to find out:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/02/bet-schedule-updates-sanford-marathon.html

[Scoobiedoo30]

All in The Family will be joiening TV One Line up that would be Awsome

[Pavan]

Aaron: All in the Family is not joining the TV One line-up (it is not an African American show). What are you talking about? Read carefully.

This thread is about BET.

[Scoobiedoo30]

well my good friend I throught I saw All In The Family my Mistake I dd not even get to read The Blog Yesterday because The Wheel on my Mouse was broken

[Pavan]

So, Solomon impressed with the marathon selection and amount of episodes?

[TVFactFan]

So, Solomon impressed with the marathon selection and amount of episodes?


Out of the 26 how many will air during the marathon?

24?

[Pavan]

All 26! 10am-11pm.

[TVFactFan]

All 26! 10am-11pm.
That's Wonderful, I so lad I can get rid of all my other eps

[Dean Winchester]

Aaron: All in the Family is not joining the TV One line-up (it is not an African American show). What are you talking about? Read carefully.

This thread is about BET.
even tho AITF isn't an African-American show, I don't see why it shouldn't make the station for that reason. I know a lot of African-Americans who love the show because Archie's bigotry is so over the top that it's entertaining. That and Jeffersons would make a great back to back hour of television on TV One or something. Better than the UPN crap they air.

[TVFactFan]

even tho AITF isn't an African-American show, I don't see why it shouldn't make the station for that reason. I know a lot of African-Americans who love the show because Archie's bigotry is so over the top that it's entertaining. That and Jeffersons would make a great back to back hour of television on TV One or something. Better than the UPN crap they air.


But TV ONE only likes to air TV shows where African Americans are in Major roles. But I agree it would be a nice back to back airing. Better than EVE

[friendsfan77]

But TV ONE only likes to air TV shows where African Americans are in Major roles. But I agree it would be a nice back to back airing. Better than EVE
I agree. There are some UPN sitcoms I liked (mainly The Parkers, Girlfriends in the early years) but Eve was not one of them.

[JT]

I've been loving DS! The only bad part is that watching it makes me yearn for "The Facts of Life" too.

[TVFactFan]

I've been loving DS! The only bad part is that watching it makes me yearn for "The Facts of Life" too.


Well make sure you don't watch the episodes when the Facts of Life Girls make a guest appearance-lol

[thebloodyscot]

Too bad the marathon won't be DS

[JT]

Well make sure you don't watch the episodes when the Facts of Life Girls make a guest appearance-lol
LOL, I know. I don't know what it is...DS, FOL, and "Gimme a Break!" and "Silver Spoons" put me in a really carefree mood when I watch them. Some really good channel out there should air all four in a nice two-hour block weekday afternoons. They compliment each other so well.

[TVFactFan]

LOL, I know. I don't know what it is...DS, FOL, and "Gimme a Break!" and "Silver Spoons" put me in a really carefree mood when I watch them. Some really good channel out there should air all four in a nice two-hour block weekday afternoons. They compliment each other so well.


Just like DS, FOL only became watchable to me in season 3 and after.

[friendsfan77]

LOL, I know. I don't know what it is...DS, FOL, and "Gimme a Break!" and "Silver Spoons" put me in a really carefree mood when I watch them. Some really good channel out there should air all four in a nice two-hour block weekday afternoons. They compliment each other so well.
I would really love it for a network to pick up FOL. Gimme A Break I haven't seen in forever. I saw one episode of Silver Spoons on N@N when they had that 1985 celebration thing. I'd like to see more.

[Dean Winchester]

Just like DS, FOL only became watchable to me in season 3 and after.
really? I actually like season 2 of FOL better than 3 and 4. 3 and 4 had way too much Cousin Geri and were the heaviest on the VSE's. I prefer the 1983-1987 episodes, the last season just felt like a show past it's day

[Buffyboy323]

really? I actually like season 2 of FOL better than 3 and 4. 3 and 4 had way too much Cousin Geri and were the heaviest on the VSE's. I prefer the 1983-1987 episodes, the last season just felt like a show past it's day
I think the 2nd season of The Facts Of Life was one of the best the show ever had (and it was a short season). As for Diff'rent Strokes: I always thought the 3rd-6th seasons were the best. IMO, it stayed consistently good until Sam and his mother(s) came...

[TVFactFan]

I think the 2nd season of The Facts Of Life was one of the best the show ever had (and it was a short season). As for Diff'rent Strokes: I always thought the 3rd-6th seasons were the best. IMO, it stayed consistently good until Sam and his mother(s) came...


Didn't FOL take off once Jo was added? I thought that was season 3

[friendsfan77]

Didn't FOL take off once Jo was added? I thought that was season 3
actually Jo arrived at the start of season 2

[TVFactFan]

actually Jo arrived at the start of season 2


Ok, Well season 3 was still the real beginning to me since that was the First Real Season with 24 eps

[TVFactFan]

actually Jo arrived at the start of season 2


Ok, Well season 3 was still the real beginning to me since that was the First Real Season with 24 eps

[JT]

When I think of the definitive FOL, I think of the years where the girls were working in the cafeteria and Mrs. G was the dietician, which would be seasons two, three, and four. The Edna's Edibles season (or was it two seasons?) come in verrrrrrrry close. I can take or leave the first season. I enjoyed the many dynamics of all the various girls, but yeah, there were definitely too many. The Over Our Heads years...eh....there are some really good episodes in there, but also some really dull ones. I will say one thing, the show ended at the right time, I think. They covered just about everything a show with its premise should cover.

As for DS, I like pretty much everything from the beginning until Sam and Maggie showed. Honestly, I actually like the season with Dixie Carter as Maggie. The final season, though...ugh. Not Mary Ann Mobley's fault, just the fault of the network change and the fact that Gary Coleman was getting older.

[Dean Winchester]

I do agree that the "classic" period of FOL is seasons 2-4 with the girls working at Eastland and living over the cafeteria, but I prefer the girls as they got older. I love EE and OOH, even tho I admit the Over Our Heads episodes depend on how much of a tolerance for 80's cheese as you can have

[Pavan]

Slight schedule change for Saturdays:

Effective Saturday, March 8:
9am-10am Back-to-back episodes of Thea (replaces back-to-back Diff'rent Strokes)

Not a big deal for DS fans because the Saturday airings were just repeats of Mondays...but great news for Thea fans because now we get two episodes a week rather than one! 9am episode reairs at 3am late that night and 9:30am will be repeats at 12pm next day. So, might as well record 9-10am Saturdays now!

[Scoobiedoo30]

thanks for the head's up

[Pavan]

Caught the info, Solomon?

[TVFactFan]

Caught the info, Solomon?


So if I record the 9am to 10am eps on Saturday I don't have to watch the 3am airing or Sunday?

Sat are the new eps?

[Pavan]

Here is the latest schedule news from BET:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/03/latest-bet-schedule-notes-more-sanford.html

[TVFactFan]

Here is the latest schedule news from BET:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/03/latest-bet-schedule-notes-more-sanford.html



What BET does with Sanford doesn't matter anymore because they already aired the entire series

[MikeL]

least it stil on thank goodness for the people who never saw the marathon can stil see it on weekends wish diff rent strokes be on weekends that be cool

[Pavan]

BET April 2008


Weekdays
Effective Monday, March 31
12:00am & 12:30am Hell Date (replaces Jamie Foxx)
3:00am & 3:30am In Living Color (replaces Wayans Bros.)
NOTE: Soul Food will continue to air Monday nights at 3:00am

Saturday nights
Effective Saturday, April 12
3:00am & 3:30am Sanford

NOTE: Sanford will continue to air in its Sundays 12-1pm slots as well. Thea will also continue to air Saturdays 9-10am.


One-time airings:
Saturday, April 5
3:00pm-4:00pm Sanford



Marathons

- Diff'rent Strokes Marathon
Sunday, April 6, 2008
1:00pm-9:00pm
Episodes TBD


- Malcolm & Eddie Marathon
Saturday, April 19, 2008
9:00am-7:00pm
Episodes TBD
(Note: Thea is preempted this Saturday in its 9-10am slot)



More info on this on the blog later today.

[JT]

So, it looks like the old shows are doing very well for BET, and they seem to enjoy having them a lot. I wish all networks could have this kind of fortune.

[TVFactFan]

Not too happy to see that THEA will be pre-empted when BET can start the M&E marathon at 10am instead of 9am

[Pavan]

Blog story on the April stuff:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/03/bet-schedules-diffrent-strokes-and.html

[thetornado]

What about the parkers is it still on BET?

[Pavan]

Girlfriends and The Parkers are still on BET on various blocks. No set time, though.

[Scoobiedoo30]

The Parkers are on BET ON JAZZ weekday's at 12:00 pm 12:30 pm 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm Central Time

[Pavan]

- Diff'rent Strokes Star-Studded Marathon
Sunday, April 6, 2008
1:00pm-9:00pm ET/PT
Join Arnold and Willis and the rest of the family as they welcome in special guests such as LaWanda Page and Whitman Mayo (Aunt Esther and Grady of Sanford & Son), Janet Jackson, Muhammad Ali, Forest Whitaker, Robin Givens, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Mr. T!

1:00PM #112 "The Relative" (LaWanda Page guest-stars)
1:30PM #201 "Arnold's Hero" (Muhammad Ali guest-stars)
2:00PM #206 "The Adoption (Part 1)" (Whitman Mayo guest-stars)
2:30PM #207 "The Adoption (Part 2)" (Whitman Mayo guest-stars)
3:00PM #311 "First Love" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
3:30PM #408 "Jilted" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
4:00PM #414 "The Car" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
4:30PM #424 "Short But Sweet" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
5:00PM #502 "In the Swim" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
5:30PM #505 "Substitute Teacher" (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar guest-stars)
6:00PM #507 "Older Woman" (Janet Jackson and Shari Belafonte guest-stars)
6:30PM #606 "Mr. T & Mr. T" (Mr. T guest-stars)
7:00PM #612 "The Housegueset" (Janet Jackson guest-stars)
7:30PM #802 "Bully For Arnold" (Forest Whitaker guest stars)
8:00PM #808 "A Tale of Two Teachers" (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar guest star)
8:30PM #817 "The Big Bribe" (Robin Givens guest-stars)

[Jude The Obscure]

Wow--they are really emphasizing the Janet Jackson episodes!

[Scoobiedoo30]

I will only beable to watch upto 4:00 pm Central Time of The Marathron

[Pavan]

Another hour of Diff'rent Strokes is being added!
Details:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/04/diffrent-strokes-gets-additional-slot.html

[catsrule]

great news there was nothing much on at 3PM before. I saw Different Strokes for the first time on Sunday, it's a good show.

[TVFactFan]

Well that was a pointless annoucement, the additional hour which will repeat the eps aired in the morning will still be aired before I get home from work

[Dean Winchester]

I personally would like a late showing, maybe midnight or 1 am... would be akin to Nick At Nite, but at least something worth watching

[Pavan]

BET has added more marathons! To find out what shows and what dates, check out today's blog:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/04/bet-adds-more-marathons-rtn-comes-to.html

[Pavan]

I hope to announce tomorrow another sitcom joining BET's line-up! One hint: Late 80s/90s show. Start guessing.

[TVFactFan]

I hope to announce tomorrow another sitcom joining BET's line-up! One hint: Late 80s/90s show. Start guessing.


F/M
Robert Gulliamue Show
A Different World
Here and Now
Singers and Sons
Sugar and Spice

[MikeL]

Benson hope its a good one

[MikeL]

could it be royal family redd foxxs last show

[TVFactFan]

YEH that's what it is, ROYAL FAMILY


What else could it besides Royal Family



I will bet my NEXT 4 PAYCHECKS that it's Royal Family

[JT]

YEH that's what it is, ROYAL FAMILY


What else could it besides Royal Family



I will bet my NEXT 4 PAYCHECKS that it's Royal Family
I don't think it's "The Royal Family." Pß said that it's a late 80s/early 90s show, and TRF only ran from 1991-1992.

My guess is definitely "A Different World," and honestly, it probably fits on BET more than ANY other sitcom ever made in the history of the world. I can already see the hybrid "College Hill"/"Different World" marathons.

[TVFactFan]

I don't think it's "The Royal Family." Pß said that it's a late 80s/early 90s show, and TRF only ran from 1991-1992.

My guess is definitely "A Different World," and honestly, it probably fits on BET more than ANY other sitcom ever made in the history of the world. I can already see the hybrid "College Hill"/"Different World" marathons.


I hope not because that would be the dumbest pickup by a cable station in 2008

[Pavan]

Still can't post the new sitcom coming to BET...hopefully by later today. But the Diff'rent Strokes marathon on Sunday, April 20 is now extended to 6-11pm instead of just 8-11pm:

Diff'rent Strokes Marathon
Sunday, April 20, 2008

6:00pm #509 "A Case of Overeposure"
6:30pm #510 "Push Comes to Shove"
7:00pm #513 "A Growing Problem"
7:30pm #515 "Independent Women"
8:00pm #516 "The Bicycle Man (Part 1)"
8:30pm #517 "The Bicycle Man (Part 2)"
9:00pm #519 "Hall Monitor"
9:30pm #522 "The Reporter"
10:00pm #523 "Romeo & Juliet"
10:30pm #524 "My Fair Lady"

[Scoobiedoo30]

I sure that we can fine out what The new show that is Joiening BET by the end of the Business Today.

[TVFactFan]

Still can't post the new sitcom coming to BET...hopefully by later today. But the Diff'rent Strokes marathon on Sunday, April 20 is now extended to 6-11pm instead of just 8-11pm:

Diff'rent Strokes Marathon
Sunday, April 20, 2008

6:00pm #509 "A Case of Overeposure"
6:30pm #510 "Push Comes to Shove"
7:00pm #513 "A Growing Problem"
7:30pm #515 "Independent Women"
8:00pm #516 "The Bicycle Man (Part 1)"
8:30pm #517 "The Bicycle Man (Part 2)"
9:00pm #519 "Hall Monitor"
9:30pm #522 "The Reporter"
10:00pm #523 "Romeo & Juliet"
10:30pm #524 "My Fair Lady"


well since that's the same day as the NBA playoffs, I won't see it at all-lol

[clj2]

I don't think it's "The Royal Family." Pß said that it's a late 80s/early 90s show, and TRF only ran from 1991-1992.

My guess is definitely "A Different World," and honestly, it probably fits on BET more than ANY other sitcom ever made in the history of the world. I can already see the hybrid "College Hill"/"Different World" marathons.Viacom already has access to ADW - wouldn't surprise me if that's it.

[Scoobiedoo30]

I am going to guess and say 227

[PlayBack]

remember the episode of different strokes with nancy regan. HA HA


Jimmy Carter would have been awesome on there instead. He would have told them about his peanut farm. Maybe would have told arnold how not lose all his money. I just saw Jimmy Carter Man from Plains and he is an amazing guy

[Pavan]

BET has announced some changes to Saturday mornings. Thea will be removed, for now...and Romeo! and Just Jordan will return and air 9-11am Saturday mornings ONLY starting Saturday, April 26.

Thea will still have its marathon on Mother's Day (May 11). We'll have more details soon. But hopefully Thea will return to the actual line-up soon. For more details, PLEASE read this before posting here:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/04/bet-schedule-change-for-weekends-rtn.html

[MikeL]

when are we going find out the new show from the 80s coming to bet that was rumored to be coming hope we find out soon

[Pavan]

The new show coming is delayed or not happening now.

[Scoobiedoo30]

BET is Having There Upfrount today sometime this Afternoon

[MikeL]

what that mean like new schedule and shows that is coming on?

[Pavan]

Yes, BET had their upfront yesterday, but they would not announce older sitcoms or reruns in their upfront. That is not BET's purpose...they are not a channel focusing on older reruns. Here is what they DID announce:


BET Networks' Upfront '08 Presentation is All About 'Connection You Can Feel!'

BET Unveils New Animated Series, Compelling News Programs, Hilarious Comedies, As Well as Returning Hit Franchises and Mega-Specials

BET J Strengthens Its Commitment to Lifestyle Programming with Three New Shows

BET Networks Also Announces "YOU(th) Vote!" - New Election Initiative Focused on Raising Voter Awareness and Participation Among Black Youth



NEW YORK, April 17 -- At its Upfront '08 presentation, BET Networks, the leading media and entertainment brand for African Americans and consumers of Black culture, touted its unique position as the most consistent and effective solution for advertisers to reach that coveted audience. Set in an election-themed show at New York City's Manhattan Center Studios with the campaign tagline "Connection You Can Feel!", the company reinforced its leadership role through new programming announcements, an overview of its digital strategy, and the unveiling of its new pro-social election initiative.

"As the No. 1 media destination for African Americans and consumers of Black culture, BET Networks offers our audience an engaging and relevant experience that truly resonates with them," said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks. "We continue to make strides in our original programming and digital offerings, and are further strengthening our commitment to providing quality content wherever our audience wants it." "BET Networks is committed to creating new extensions of our brand and identifying the most innovative and exciting opportunities for both our viewers and our advertising partners," said Scott Mills, President and Chief Operating Officer, BET Networks. "We've done so through our international expansion with our recent launch of BET in the United Kingdom, our new integrated marketing function and new digital efforts. As our footprint grows, we're looking forward to building an even deeper connection with our audience."

BET announced several new original series, including: THE BLACK PANTHER, an animated series about the first Black superhero and created in partnership with Marvel Comics; BRUTHA, a new docu-drama following the lives of five brothers in a singing group working with producer Jermaine Dupri; and 106 & GOSPEL, the inspirational version of the top music countdown series of all time, 106 & PARK. Returning series include AMERICAN GANGSTER, SUNDAY BEST, and the #1 original series in BET history, KEYSHIA COLE: THE WAY IT IS. BET Networks also announced its new YOU(th) VOTE! initiative, which is a multiplatform effort to encourage Black youth to discuss, debate and actively participate in the presidential election process.

In addition to its programming and pro-social news, BET Networks shared results from a research study of 5,000 African-American adults from Simmons Market Research Bureau. The study found that BET viewers are 21% more ad receptive when they watch ads on BET, and 31% more ad receptive when they see ads on BET.com, versus other networks and sites.

Louis Carr, BET Networks President of Media Sales, attributes the Simmons study's findings to the unique connection that BET has with its consumers. "BET Networks is the effective and reliable solution for advertisers to reach the coveted African American audience and consumers of Black culture," he said. "We are the only television network that provides the advertising community and Black America with a consistent dialogue across multiple formats and demographics every single day of the year."

BET remains the No. 1 television network in both broadcast and cable for its target demographic of African Americans ages 18-34. In 2007, BET boasted the No. 1 and No. 2 cable reality shows among Black households, thanks to KEYSHIA COLE: THE WAY IT IS and COLLEGE HILL. In addition, the second season of KEYSHIA COLE stands as BET's highest-rated original series in network history, with the series posting 44% gains in ratings since its first season.

"We've had fantastic original programming success stories during primetime, and the next step in our strategy is to create even more hits throughout the other parts of the day," said Reginald Hudlin, President of Entertainment, BET. "We'll continue to roll out more weekly and daily shows that our audiences crave."

BET Networks has also further expanded its offerings through its BET Digital Media Group. BET.com extends the on-air experience online, so viewers can continue to engage with the programs they love. With BET Mobile, the company offers mobile video capability that meets the needs of its tech-savvy users who want to send, receive and watch video on their cell phones. In addition, BET Video on Demand allows viewers to access their favorite BET programming whenever they want it. Also, the BET Vertical Ad Network allows advertising clients to reach beyond the BET brand to other targeted websites for urban and African American consumers. Since its launch in January, the ad network has reached 10 million unique users on more than 250 websites.

"Our audience is focused on the latest in communications, information and entertainment," said Denmark West, President of Digital Media, BET Networks. "We're meeting their needs through our increasing emphasis on news, our developments of extensions and communities based on our programming franchises, and our use of mobile applications to connect our audience to our programs and each other."

Included in today's upfront presentation were announcements regarding upcoming new series on BET and the network's returning hits:

Upcoming New Series on BET

-- THE BLACK PANTHER - From Marvel Comics(R), who brought the world Spider-Man, X-Men, the Fantastic Four and Iron Man, comes a primetime animated series featuring the first Black superhero. A wise and just African warrior king. A technologically advanced superhero with a proud past. BET presents THE BLACK PANTHER. PREMIERING Q1 2009

-- BRUTHA - With family values at the top of the network's agenda, BET turns the spotlight on BRUTHA, an R&B group of siblings who learn just what it takes to navigate the treacherous terrain of the music industry -- and discover who they really are along the way. Hunger for stardom, loyalty to family and love for the craft all take center stage with BRUTHA. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- JUDGE KAREN - There's a refreshing new judge in town who's about to set it off: JUDGE KAREN! She's uncompromising, smart, and quick to cut through the clutter. JUDGE KAREN was born to hold court on BET, and she's taking no prisoners. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- THE BOOT - Narrated by MC Lyte, THE BOOT is a half-hour dating show filled with twists, turns and eliminations. The daily strip show begins with six sexy singles (for example, two girls and four guys). First, the girls meet with all four guys individually. The ladies discuss their personalities and eliminate two guys. The two remaining men and two women are then paired off and sent on dates. Halfway through their date, they swap. The girls collectively decide which of the two guys to eliminate, and then they send one guy packing. With two girls and one guy remaining, suddenly the power shifts. Now the guy has the chance to decide which one of the girls is right for him. PREMIERING Q2 2008

-- ALL-NEW COMIC VIEW - It's the standout of standup, the show that broke the biggest names in comedy. The legendary series returns for a 10th consecutive term completely transformed for 2008. PREMIERING Q3 2008

-- 106 & GOSPEL - It's the flagship brand extension you've been clamoring for: 106 & GOSPEL, an all-new 90-minute weekly music event this growing genre so righteously deserves. In addition to the incredible performances for which the 106 brand is known, 106 & GOSPEL features a top 20 countdown of contemporary gospel videos, news segments with Tye Tribbett, church fashion and roof-raising youth choir battles. PREMIERING Q1 2009

Upcoming BET News Programming

-- THE TRUTH WITH JEFF JOHNSON - Jeff Johnson takes his award-winning reporting to the talk show format with a fresh approach to news and pop culture hosted by the acclaimed correspondent. He addresses the issues facing Black America, the nation and the world as they happen, gathering comments and provoking thought with interviews and lively discussion. PREMIERING 2009

-- UNREPORTED - The imbalance in journalistic coverage with respect to African Americans is handed a much-needed reality check with this new investigative series. UNREPORTED hits the bulls-eye by illuminating the plight of the missing and falsely accused in our communities and in so doing, brings our truth to light unlike any news program on television. PREMIERING 2009

Returning Hits on BET

-- AMERICAN GANGSTER - The New York Times hails this programming leader as a "public service of stellar significance." Critically acclaimed ratings smash AMERICAN GANGSTER serves up season three of true crimes by America's most notorious gangsters and the real consequences for their communities. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- BALDWIN HILLS - Black America's princes and princesses return. They promise more conflict with their parents, themselves, and each other on this sleeper hit centered around the young, gifted and Black. PREMIERING Q3 2009

-- COLLEGE HILL - The #1 cable reality show among African Americans in 2008 is fired up with no end in sight. In 2008, the COLLEGE HILL franchise hits the ground running, with an action-packed COLLEGE HILL: ATLANTA setting the stage for season six. Get ready for a new city, new housemates, and new partnership opportunities. PREMIERING Q1 2009

-- INTERNS - The stakes are high for season two of INTERNS as a new crop of candidates battle it out in the boardroom for the ultimate prize. See who makes it in the corporate world -- and who goes home. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- KEYSHIA COLE: THE WAY IT IS - Never one to hold back with her music or her life, platinum-selling R&B superstar Keyshia Cole reveals all about fame and family in season three of the #1 series in BET history: KEYSHIA COLE: THE WAY IT IS. PREMIERING 2009

-- SUNDAY BEST - SUNDAY BEST promises to sweep the nation with another big win. Grammy(R) and Dove Award-winning host Kirk Franklin joins Grammy(R) and Dove Award-winning judges BeBe Winans and Mary Mary for season two as BET searches for the next great gospel star. PREMIERING Q4 2008

Specials

-- BET AWARDS '09 - The BET AWARDS is the most-watched awards program for African American viewers in cable history, and #1 with African American viewers 18-34 for the third consecutive year. This year's show promises to set even bigger milestones. PREMIERING Q2 2009

-- CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL - CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL rings in each new year with awe-inspiring power and anointed, electrifying performances. Always a star-studded gathering of gospel and R&B greats, CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL holds the crown as the highest-rated gospel program anywhere on television for eight years running. PREMIERING Q1 2009

-- BET HIP HOP AWARDS - The BET HIP HOP AWARDS specifically pay tribute to a culture that changed the world. With style, substance, and swagger like no other, the BET HIP HOP AWARDS 2007 was the #1 hip-hop themed telecast on television for its second consecutive year. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- THE BET HONORS - THE BET HONORS celebrates our best and brightest: entrepreneurs, corporate citizens, educators, public servants and entertainers are lauded with moving musical tributes. Hailed by The Washington Post as an event that "favored achievement with honor over gaudy success," THE BET HONORS is the bridge between generations. PREMIERING Q1 2009

-- RIP THE RUNWAY - RIP THE RUNWAY sets the best of Black fashion to music. Electric performances, bold designers and sexy models melt the winter chill. No wonder it's the #1 fashion themed telecast on television two years running! PREMIERING Q1 2009

-- SPRING BLING - SPRING BLING is the ultimate spring break celebration that has become a BET staple. The week is full of incredible performances, picture-perfect young men and women, and the hottest new shows under the sun. PREMIERING Q2 2009

New Programming on BET J

-- CARMELO'S WAY - Denver Nuggets superstar forward Carmelo Anthony gives BETJ four months of unprecedented access, with cameras following him across the country and around the world. See him evolve as he pursues his destiny as an NBA player, as a businessman, and most importantly, as a human being. This is a story of the choices a man must make to determine the ultimate path he will take. This is Carmelo's Way. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- LEADING MEN - Meet the LEADING MEN who live their lives in public and allow viewers to take a rare look at their private side. Prominent African American men who have impacted American culture artistically, socially, and politically are candid and revealing. PREMIERING Q4 2008

-- URBAN CUISINE - Celebrated as one of The Great Chefs of America, Marcus Samuelsson not only shows viewers how to prepare a great dish; he elevates it to a lifestyle experience. Smart and healthy shopping, special dinners, and satisfying low-fat, low-calorie delectable meals are all on the menu. The kitchen heats up on URBAN CUISINE as Marcus and his celebrity guests partner to prepare their favorite foods. Add the secret ingredient: Marcus' special flair. PREMIERING Q4 2008

[Scoobiedoo30]

I throught BET did old Show's as well at the upfrount.

[Pavan]

We will announce the sitcom tomorrow on ther blog! It is now confirmed! It will launch THIS Monday.

[TVFactFan]

We will announce the sitcom tomorrow on ther blog! It is now confirmed! It will launch THIS Monday.


Will I like it?

[Pavan]

The sitcom is ... A Different World! It starts Monday and will air weeknights 11pm-12am and 3am-4a. More info:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/04/different-world-joins-bet-line-up-on.html

[TVFactFan]

The sitcom is ... A Different World! It starts Monday and will air weeknights 11pm-12am and 3am-4a. More info:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/04/different-world-joins-bet-line-up-on.html


Sad addition and that's the slot diffrent strokes should have, 11pm

[Pavan]

More BET updates, including a Saturday sitcom block from 9am-1pm and a Diff'rent Strokes and A Different World Memorial Day Marathon:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2008/05/er-comes-to-ion-television-in-june-2008.html

[Mrgman]

A different world and diff'rent strokes this is better than TVLAND

[djhmetfan2]

Thanks for the info on the blog today about the changes to the Diff' Strokes schedule.

I never recorded the 3pm shows so I think I missed some shows,

Can you list the episodes that BET showed yesterday & today

I checked their website but they still list repeats at 3pm

Thanks

[Pavan]

For those of you recording every Diff'rent Strokes airing on BET or wanting to watch every single episode, this is an important alert!

BET is now airing four episodes a day rather than two episodes with an encore! So you'll need to watch or tape/DVR both 9-10am and 3-4pm now. It started yesterday and we didn't get the notice until after 5PM, so we couldn't alert you in time. So here is the episode schedule reflecting this change that started yesterday:

Wednesday, April 30
9:00AM #505 "Substitute Teacher"
9:30AM #506 "The Peacemaker"
Special time 4:00PM #507 "Older Woman"
Special time 4:30PM #508 "Memories"

Thursday, May 1
9:00AM #509 "A Case of Over Exposure"
9:30AM #510 "Push Comes to Shove"
3:00PM #511 "The Executives"
3:30PM #512 "Santa's Helper"

Friday, May 2
9:00AM #513 "A Growing Problem"
9:30AM #514 "Parents Have Rights Too"
3:00PM #516 "The Bicycle Man, Part 1"
3:30PM #517 "The Bicycle Man, Part 2"

So, if you watched/taped the last marathon you didn't have to worry about the first afternoon episodes since it aired in the marathon...but #508 ("Memories") was all-new to BET. I missed that one also because of this.

Also, starting this week BET will add Saturday airings. See the blog for more info, along with more DS info, but here is a sneak peek for this Saturday:

Saturday, May 2
12:00PM #515 "Independent Women"
12:30PM #518 "Family On Ice"

Four episodes a day (Mon-Sat) continues until further notice.

[JulieSomoski]

Great news on the extra airings for both shows. Looks like they're doing well. Very glad to see A Different World coming. I think it might finally do well on BET.

[TVFactFan]

Great news on the extra airings for both shows. Looks like they're doing well. Very glad to see A Different World coming. I think it might finally do well on BET.


can't believe BET would make changes to the schedule in the middle of the week. Damm, i don't think N@N or TV Land ever did anything that dumb

[Ireneparalegal]

Sad addition and that's the slot diffrent strokes should have, 11pm
I love ADW. I see it at 11 p.m. every night. I don't care too much for the Lisa Bonet episodes, but still it is enjoyable.

[JulieSomoski]

I love ADW. I see it at 11 p.m. every night. I don't care too much for the Lisa Bonet episodes, but still it is enjoyable.

Definitely agree . . . I think it was their best addition yet.

[MikeL]

i think saturday airing is may3rd cause today is may2nd and it is friday

[thebloodyscot]

Cool news about DS and ADW. I get ADW on my local channel too. Interesting about ILC and Malcolm, watched those a few times

[Ireneparalegal]

Definitely agree . . . I think it was their best addition yet.
I hope it stays on for a long time. BET doesn't offer anything else that I like, so this is indeed a great addition. I have always loved ADW.

[JulieSomoski]

I hope it stays on for a long time. BET doesn't offer anything else that I like, so this is indeed a great addition. I have always loved ADW.

I don't watch DS much on BET. I have been watching ADW, though. I don't care much for the season 1 episodes myself, plus I own them on DVD. Looking forward to seasons 2 and on, though. Let's just hope the show makes it that long.

[TVFactFan]

I hope it stays on for a long time. BET doesn't offer anything else that I like, so this is indeed a great addition. I have always loved ADW.


I would be surprised if ADW lasted a long time on BET. I'm surprised DS has lasted this long. ADW is more suited for Oxygen or TBS

[Ireneparalegal]

I would be surprised if ADW lasted a long time on BET. I'm surprised DS has lasted this long. ADW is more suited for Oxygen or TBS
ADW was on Oxygen.

[TVFactFan]

ADW was on Oxygen.


That's where it needs to stay because I don't think a lot of women from 25-54 watches BET. Black or White

I can't see Black Female in the 13-23 age bracket tuning into Different World.

[Ireneparalegal]

That's where it needs to stay because I don't think a lot of women from 25-54 watches BET. Black or White

I can't see Black Female in the 13-23 age bracket tuning into Different World.
And how do you know the age demographic of the people who watch BET? :lol:

BTW, I don't care for BET...UNLESS they are airing something good. I am sure that is how other people are when it comes to watching shows. If I am glancing at the channels and see a program I like, I will tune in. I think BET is hoping to gather a different demographic by airing ADW. Also, I think the mere fact it is a Bill Cosby spin-off and has black actors as the stars, is really the only reason they brought it to their station.

[TVFactFan]

And how do you know the age demographic of the people who watch BET? :lol:

BTW, I don't care for BET...UNLESS they are airing something good. I am sure that is how other people are when it comes to watching shows. If I am glancing at the channels and see a program I like, I will tune in. I think BET is hoping to gather a different demographic by airing ADW. Also, I think the mere fact it is a Bill Cosby spin-off and has black actors as the stars, is really the only reason they brought it to their station.


Because BET just started adding sitcoms that's not GHETTO so it will probably take years for BET to not be seen as a GHETTO NETWORK geared toward teenagers

[Ireneparalegal]

Because BET just started adding sitcoms that's not GHETTO so it will probably take years for BET to not be seen as a GHETTO NETWORK geared toward teenagers
WTF????????????? :lol:

Sorry, that makes no sense whatsoever. :lol:

[TVFactFan]

WTF????????????? :lol:

Sorry, that makes no sense whatsoever. :lol:


My cousin who is a intelligent 31 year professional black woman is a huge fan of ADW and since she is not into HIP HOP or GHETTO SITCOMS like ther Parkers she would never know that BET is airing ADW because she never turns to the channel, That's my point

[Ireneparalegal]

My cousin who is a intelligent 31 year professional black woman is a huge fan of ADW and since she is not into HIP HOP or GHETTO SITCOMS like ther Parkers she would never know that BET is airing ADW because she never turns to the channel, That's my point
I don't tune into BET. But I did when I found out ADW was airing on there. If I didn't find out the information from S.O. I would have figured it out by changing the channel or reading the guide information.

[TVFactFan]

I don't tune into BET. But I did when I found out ADW was airing on there. If I didn't find out the information from S.O. I would have figured it out by changing the channel or reading the guide information.



Well I hope it becomes more than a ONE-DIMESIONAL Network and continues air all types of black shows instead of just the ones with a Ghetto twist like 106thPark and the Parkers

[Ireneparalegal]

Well I hope it becomes more than a ONE-DIMESIONAL Network and continues air all types of black shows instead of just the ones with a Ghetto twist like 106thPark and the Parkers
I have never seen those shows.

[TVFactFan]

I have never seen those shows.


106th Park comes on in the evening

[Ireneparalegal]

I know abt them, I just don't care to watch them.