Check back on Wednesday morning for the full schedule and any leaked schedules. This thread will open on Tuesday evening.

EDIT: WED 5/19/10 9AM ET: Official schedule: http://blog.sitcomsonline.com/2010/05/cbs-upfront-2010-11-fall-2010-schedule.html

New Series Pick-Ups:

Drama:
Comedy: Mike & Molly

Here is a rough schedule (there are a few going around actually). This is NOT official. Stay tuned for the official schedule at about 9:30am ET (CBS is always late).

Sundays
7:00PM 60 Minutes
8:00PM The Amazing Race
9:00PM Undercover Boss
10:00PM CSI: NY

Mondays
8:00PM The Big Bang Theory
8:30PM Mike & Molly (NEW!)
9:00PM Two and a Half Men
9:30PM Bleep My Dad Says (NEW!)
10:00PM CSI: Miami

Tuesdays
8:00PM NCIS
9:00PM NCIS: Los Angeles
10:00PM The Good Wife

Wednesdays
8:00PM How I Met Your Mother
8:30PM Rules of Engagement
9:00PM Hawaii Five-0 (NEW!)
10:00PM Criminal Minds

Thursdays
8:00PM Survivor
9:00PM The Mentalist
10:00PM CSI

Fridays
8:00PM Medium
9:00PM Blue Bloods (NEW!)
10:00PM The Defenders (NEW!)

Saturdays
8:00PM-10:00PM Crime Repeats
10:00PM 48 Hours Mystery

Official schedule is up. Please read:
http://blog.sitcomsonline.com/2010/05/cbs-upfront-2010-11-fall-2010-schedule.html


CBS ANNOUNCES 2010-2011 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

America's Most Watched Network Adds Five New Series to Its Top-Rated Lineup

New Dramas Include a New HAWAII FIVE-0, Comedic Drama THE DEFENDERS and a Family of NYPD's Finest BLUE BLOODS

Comedies Include a Series Based on a Twitter Feed and a New Show From Chuck Lorre About a Couple Who Find Love at an Overeaters Anonymous Meeting

18 Current Series Return

CBS Unveils Four Key Time Period Moves to Grow Nights and Spread Strength Across the Schedule

THE BIG BANG THEORY Launches New One-Hour Comedy Block Thursday at 8:00 PM

SURVIVOR to Open Wednesdays at 8:00 PM

CSI: NY Moves to Friday at 9:00 PM and CSI: MIAMI to Sunday at 10:00 PM to Power Two Key Time Periods



CBS announced today its new 2010-2011 primetime schedule and the addition of five new series, including three dramas and two comedies, and key scheduling moves to enhance America's most watched lineup.

The new series includes an updated take on the classic series HAWAII FIVE-0; comedic drama THE DEFENDERS starring Jim Belushi and Jerry O'Connell as colorful Las Vegas defense attorneys; drama BLUE BLOODS about a family of NYPD cops starring Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg; a Twitter-inspired comedy, $#*! MY DAD SAYS, starring William Shatner as a father who spouts politically incorrect observations on daily life; and the romantic comedy MIKE & MOLLY, starring Billy Gardell and Melissa McCarthy as a cop and teacher who find love at an Overeaters Anonymous meeting.

"We believe television's #1 network just got stronger," said Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment. "New series will be launched behind proven hits and key scheduling moves will help grow nights. Two of the dramas, ‘Hawaii Five-0' and ‘The Defenders,' continue our successful evolution in the drama form - character driven with great humor. The third new drama, ‘Blue Bloods,' introduces a police drama with a unique family spin. Our two new comedies will definitely make some noise. ‘$#*! My Dad Says' is based on a distinctly loud and funny Twitter feed - led by a larger-than-life star in William Shatner. ‘Mike & Molly' is a comedy on the romantic side, featuring the trademark humor of TV's reigning king of comedy, Chuck Lorre. And, the best news is that these new series join a schedule deep with hits and leadership in every program genre."

The freshman series will be joined by 18 returning shows including the season's #1 drama/scripted program - NCIS; #1 comedy - TWO AND A HALF MEN; #1 new series - UNDERCOVER BOSS, the #1 news magazine - 60 MINUTES, the #1 new drama - NCIS: LOS ANGELES, plus the #1 scripted series in key demos (18-49 and 25-54) - THE BIG BANG THEORY, along with two franchise reality series - SURVIVOR and the seven-time Emmy Award winner THE AMAZING RACE.

Also returning are: HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, RULES OF ENGAGEMENT, THE GOOD WIFE, CRIMINAL MINDS, CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, THE MENTALIST, MEDIUM, CSI: NY, 48 HOURS MYSTERY and CSI: MIAMI.

A spin off of the hit drama CRIMINAL MINDS, starring Forest Whitaker, has been ordered for midseason.

The new 2010-2011 schedule:

On Monday, CBS adds a new Chuck Lorre comedy to television's top-rated comedy block and a big new drama to cap the night. From 8:00-9:00 PM, the established duo of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER and RULES OF ENGAGEMENT returns. Television's top comedy TWO AND A HALF MEN remains at 9:00 PM, serving as a lead-in for the new comedy MIKE & MOLLY, starring Billy Gardell and Melissa McCarthy at 9:30 PM. HAWAII FIVE-0 rides the wave into 10:00 PM.

On Tuesday, CBS's top-rated night remains intact with the #1 rated scripted series, NCIS, at 8:00 PM followed by the #1 new drama, NCIS: LOS ANGELES, at 9:00 PM and the #2 new drama, THE GOOD WIFE, at 10:00 PM.

On Wednesday, CBS makes two strategic time period changes to bookend the night. SURVIVOR provides a potent lead-off hitter at 8:00 PM. The sixth-year hit CRIMINAL MINDS remains at 9:00 PM, providing a strong lead-in to the new drama THE DEFENDERS, starring Jim Belushi and Jerry O'Connell, at 10:00 PM.

On Thursday, CBS opens a new one-hour comedy block on TV's biggest night. THE BIG BANG THEORY, the fastest growing series on television, kicks off the line-up at 8:00 PM, serving as a powerful lead-in for the irreverent new comedy $#*! MY DAD SAYS. The rest of the night remains unchanged with the popular drama block CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION and THE MENTALIST from 9:00-11:00 PM.

On Friday, CBS adds a New York/New York tandem from 9:00-11:00 PM. Veteran drama MEDIUM leads off the night at 8:00 PM. Proven hit CSI: NY moves from Wednesday to serve as the tent pole at 9:00 PM, flowing seamlessly into the NYPD police drama BLUE BLOODS at 10:00 PM.

Saturdays will feature CBS's CRIMETIME programming from 8:00-10:00 PM, followed by the popular true crime series 48 HOURS MYSTERY at 10:00 PM.

On Sunday, a winning crime drama moves to 10:00 PM to anchor one of TV's biggest nights. The perennial #1 news magazine, 60 MINUTES, kicks off its 43rd season at 7:00 PM. The seven-time Emmy Award-winning series THE AMAZING RACE returns at 8:00 PM followed by the first full season of UNDERCOVER BOSS, TV's #1 new show at 9:00 PM, keeping intact a powerful reality block. CSI: MIAMI provides the night's strongest 10:00 PM anchors in years.


The New Comedies are:

$#*! MY DAD SAYS, based on the popular Twitter feed by Justin Halpern, stars Emmy Award winner William Shatner as Ed Goodson, a forthright and opinionated dad who relishes expressing his unsolicited and often wildly politically incorrect observations to anyone within earshot. Nobody is immune from Ed's rants, including his sons, Henry, a struggling writer-turned-unpaid blogger; and Vince (Will Sasso), the meek half of his husband/wife real estate duo with domineering Kathleen (Nicole Sullivan). When Henry finds he can no longer afford to pay rent to his pretty roommate -- and secret admirer -- Sam (Stephanie Lemelin), Ed reveals a soft spot and invites Henry to move in with him. Henry agrees, knowing that the verbal assault will not abate and now there will be no escape. Describing their father/son relationship is tricky - but Ed will easily come up with a few choice words. Emmy Award winners David Kohan and Max Mutchnick are executive producers for Warner Bros. Television. Emmy Award winner James Burrows directed.

MIKE & MOLLY is a comedy from Chuck Lorre ("Two and a Half Men," and "The Big Bang Theory") about a working class Chicago couple who find love at an Overeaters Anonymous meeting. Officer Mike Biggs (Billy Gardell) is a good-hearted cop who sincerely wants to lose weight. Mike's partner, Officer Carl McMillan (Reno Wilson), is a thin, fast-talking wise-guy, who despite his teasing encourages Mike on his road to slimness and romance. While speaking at an O.A. meeting, Mike meets Molly Flynn (Melissa McCarthy), an instantly likeable fourth-grade teacher with a healthy sense of humor about her curves. For Molly, focusing on smart choices isn't easy because she lives with her sexy older sister, Victoria (Katy Mixon), and their mother, Joyce (Swoosie Kurtz), both of whom flaunt their healthy appetites and slender figures. Mike also faces temptation at the diner he and Carl frequent, where they've become friends with the Senegalese waiter, Samuel (Nyambi Nyambi), who finds trying to eat less a foreign concept. For Mike and Molly, thanks to their mutual love of pie and the desire to resist it, finding each other may have been worth the "weight." Chuck Lorre and Mark Roberts are executive producers for Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.


The New Dramas are:

HAWAII FIVE-0 is a contemporary take on the classic series about a new elite federalized task force whose mission is to wipe out the crime that washes up on the Islands' sun-drenched beaches. Detective Steve McGarrett (Alex O'Loughlin), a decorated Naval officer turned cop, returns to Oahu to investigate his father's murder and stays after Hawaii's governor persuades him to head up the new team: his rules, her backing, no red tape and full blanket immunity to hunt down the biggest "game" in town. Joining McGarrett is Detective Danny "Danno" Williams (Scott Caan), a newly relocated ex-New Jersey cop who prefers skyscrapers to the coastline but is committed to keeping the Islands safe for his 8-year-old daughter; and Chin Ho Kelly (Daniel Dae Kim), an ex-Honolulu Police Detective wrongly accused of corruption and relegated to a federal security patrol, who is also a former protégé of McGarrett's father. Chin's cousin, Kono (Grace Park), is a beautiful and fearless native, fresh out of the academy and eager to establish herself among the department's elite. McGarrett vows to bring closure to his father's case while the state's brash new FIVE-0 unit, who may spar and jest among themselves, is determined to eliminate the seedy elements from the 50th state. Peter Lenkov, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci are executive producers for CBS Television Studios.

THE DEFENDERS stars Jim Belushi and Jerry O'Connell in a comedic drama about two colorful Las Vegas defense attorneys who go all-in when it comes to representing their clients. Nick and Pete are the local go-to guys with an eclectic client list who are still looking to hit their own jackpot. Leading the law firm of Morelli & Kaczmarek are Nick Morelli (Belushi), an earnest, hard-charging attorney who represents his clients to the best of his ability, no matter how big or small the case, and his partner, Pete Kaczmarek (O'Connell), whose passion for the law is matched only by his love of fast cars, beautiful women and expensive clothes. Joining them in their growing law practice is new associate Lisa Tyler (Jurnee Smollett), an enthusiastic young attorney looking to put her exotic dancing days behind her; and their young assistant, Sophie (Tanya Fischer), a spunky and sweet ingénue who is eager to please her bosses. As Lady Luck shines on their legal careers, the partners have their hands full when it comes to their personal lives. While Pete is busy cruising the Vegas Strip for his latest romantic conquest, Nick is focused on repairing his fractured marriage to his estranged wife, Jessica (Gillian Vigman), while remaining present in the life of their young son. No matter the offense, Nick and Pete aim to prove that when the stakes are high they're willing to bet the house on the clients they defend in Sin City. Carol Mendelsohn, Niels Mueller and Kevin Kennedy, Joe and Harry Gantz, and Davis Guggenheim are the executive producers for CBS Television Studios.

BLUE BLOODS is a drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck) is the New York Chief of Police and patriarch of the Reagan brood, which he heads as diplomatically as he does the force, even when dealing with the politics that plagued his unapologetically bold father, Henry (Len Cariou), during his stint as Chief. A source of pride and concern for Frank is his eldest son Danny (Donnie Wahlberg), a seasoned detective, family man and Iraqi War vet who on occasion uses dubious tactics to solve cases. The sole Reagan woman in the family, Erin (Bridget Moynahan), is a N.Y. Assistant D.A. and newly single parent, who also serves as the legal compass for her siblings and father. Jamie (Will Estes) is the youngest Reagan, fresh out of Harvard Law and the family's "golden boy." However, unable to deny the family tradition, Jamie decided to give up a lucrative future in law and is now a newly minted cop, a career change seemingly supported by his beautiful girlfriend, Sydney Davenport (Dylan Moore), a first year lawyer. Jamie's life takes an abrupt turn, however, when he's asked to become part of a clandestine police investigation even his father knows nothing about, and one that could impact the family's legacy. Emmy Award winners Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green and Leonard Goldberg are executive producers for CBS Television Studios.


The Midseason Series:

CRIMINAL MINDS SPINOFF stars Academy Award-winner Forest Whitaker in a drama about an elite team of agents within the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit who use unconventional methods of investigation and aggressive tactics to capture the nation's most nefarious criminals. Unit chief Special Agent Sam Cooper (Whitaker) is a mentally and physically fierce natural leader who is not afraid to put his career on the line in order to stand by his convictions. Cooper strives to avoid political bureaucracy and has handpicked an eclectic group of profilers to work outside the confines of Quantico: Former British Special Forces soldier Mick Rawson (Matt Ryan), confident and handsome, works as a highly-skilled marksman with an undiluted eye for rooting out evil; John "Prophet" Sims (Michael Kelly), a former convict with a street-smart edge and a calm, Zen-like presence, who is determined to make amends for past sins; and Gina LaSalle (Beau Garrett), an attractive, tough agent armed with a cunning sense of perception. This exceptional group of FBI operatives is strong in their beliefs and steadfast in their mission to bring the country's most dangerous criminals to justice. Chris Mundy, Edward Allen Bernero, Mark Gordon and Deborah Spera are executive producers for ABC Studios in association with CBS Television Studios.


CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

2010-2011 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

(N=New, NT=New Time, all times ET/PT)


MONDAY
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY (N)
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0 (N)

TUESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM NCIS
9:00-10:00 PM NCIS: LOS ANGELES
10:00-11:00 PM THE GOOD WIFE

WEDNESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM THE DEFENDERS (N)

THURSDAY
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY (NT)
8:30-9:00 PM $#*! MY DAD SAYS (N)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST


FRIDAY
8:00-9:00 PM MEDIUM (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: NY (NT)
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS (N)

SATURDAY
8:00-9:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
10:00-11:00 PM 48 HOURS MYSTERY

SUNDAY
7:00-8:00 PM 60 MINUTES
8:00-9:00 PM THE AMAZING RACE
9:00-10:00 PM UNDERCOVER BOSS
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: MIAMI (NT)

My thoughts:

Precursor: I LOVE this schedule, by far my favorite of the big four. CBS was aggressive and won't settle for dying shows in the same timeslots *cough*ABC*cough*. Excellent moves

MONDAY
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY (N)
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0 (N)
--- Great moves. "Rules of Engagement" finally gets the treatment it deserves. I thought either "Men" or "Big Bang" should move to give CBS more strength somewhere else so this is a good move. "Mike & Molly" looks ok but it will probably do well, "Hawaii Five-O" has the potential to break the streak of remakes not doing well and could perk up the 10pm slot

TUESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM NCIS
9:00-10:00 PM NCIS: LOS ANGELES
10:00-11:00 PM THE GOOD WIFE
--- I predicted that this would not change yet and I think it's a good move. In the past, CBS cancelled a 10pm Tues show that was doing well enough (Judging Amy) and it took years to find a good replacement. Keeping "NCIS: LA" and "The Good Wife" here one more year will allow them more strength to stand on their own down the road, I believe

WEDNESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM THE DEFENDERS (N)
--- LOVE this. The comedy block needed to go. I always thought "Survivor" would do well here but didn't think it would actually move. I'm really glad CBS did this. "The Defenders" sounds pretty good and it will have a good chance against weak new entries from ABC and NBC in this timeslot

THURSDAY
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY (NT)
8:30-9:00 PM $#*! MY DAD SAYS (N)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST
--- LOVE THIS. I said many times on another board that CBS SHOULD do comedies on Thursdays - attack NBC on Thursdays rather than ABC on Wednesdays but I didn't think it would happen. I'm very glad it did. "The Big Bang Theory" may not do quite as well but it can certainly hold its own. And "$#*! My Dad Says" sounds better than "Mike & Molly." I'm OK with them leaving CSI and The Mentalist as is and unlike many others, I'm not surprised they did


FRIDAY
8:00-9:00 PM MEDIUM (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: NY (NT)
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS (N)
--- More good moves. Sending "CSI: NY" to Fridays will help that night as it was dying on Weds night but its still strong enough for Fri. "Blue Bloods" will be a demo disaster but it might do ok with viewers

SATURDAY
8:00-9:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
10:00-11:00 PM 48 HOURS MYSTERY
--- I thought CBS could branch out to Saturdays, but not this year I guess

SUNDAY
7:00-8:00 PM 60 MINUTES
8:00-9:00 PM THE AMAZING RACE
9:00-10:00 PM UNDERCOVER BOSS
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: MIAMI (NT)
--- More good moves. Same deal for CSI: Miami on Sundays as CSI: NY on Fridays - less pressure for an aging show but it will help its new night.

To Sum Up - good moves all around, CBS' schedule looks even stronger to me next year. They got rid of a lot of dead weight and moved things around to strengthen every night, I believe. Bravo!

Best Chance for Success: Mike & Molly, Hawaii Five-O
Most Likely to Fail: I think they'll all be a success, but "Blue Bloods" probably has the toughest road
Most Appealing New Drama: Hawaii Five-O
Most Appealing New Comedy: $#*! My Dad Says

I am shocked at this schedule but I love it. It is by far the best schedule of the upfronts. I love Survivor on Wednesday and BBT on Thursday, directly attacking the other networks.

MONDAY

Finally!!! So happy to see Rules Of Engagements on the fall schedule. it took forevar but it is on here. But I think **** My Dad Says Sould Have Gone Here. Like Hawaii 5-O is on instead on CSI:Miami.

TUESDAY

No Surprise. But evenutally CBS Will break up the two NCIS's as they do with CSI's.

WEDNESDAY

Rather Have Comedy On This Day. But Hey, Maybe Survivior Would Work Better Than THe Comedies. And Defenders looks good up with Criminal Minds. I think defenders would wook good their, and i will defently watch it.

THURSDAY

Know this is a good move. But Big Bang their to strenghen another comedy block. Great idea, i rely think that would beat comunitty. But i don't know about **** my dad says, i might have to choose 30 rock over that. But Everything Else ON THat Night is good. But I Would have prefrered another comedy block from them on Either Tuesdays At 8 and 8:30, or Sunday at 9 and 9:30, My Prefrence.

FRIDAY

I can't bleve srpted shows on fridayy nights for all networks!!!! I am rely mad about this... FYI, all of these shows on friday nights, give them all 4-9 Episodes and then their dead!!!!!

SATURDAY

No Surprise

SUNDAY

LOVE UNDERCOVER BOSS HERE, AND CSI: MIAMII!!!!! Love it alot.


This is deffently the best structured schedule on all of the networks. I think CBS Will Have Alot Of Sucuess with their scdule!!!!

Survivor moving to Wednesday is a real shocker. On CBS I'll be watching Survivor and Amazing Race. I'll also try the new sitcom Bleep My Dad Says.

i for one will watch bbt on thursday some of the other shows like blue bloods sound warmed over and been there done that but i might chek them out anyway

This is how a network should program it's schedule. You have to take risks and protect your new shows with proven hits as lead-ins so you can get the next generation of hit shows. I would have rather had Two and a Half Men move to Thursday but I think BBT will do fine there. Cbs' new shows look very interesting. I'll probably give a few of them a look.

Will definitely be checking out $!*# My Dad Says, but that is all. My TV schedule is already big enough, as nothing I watch this past season has been cancelled (besides Scrubs and Better off Ted). Mike and Molly will be the first Chuck Lorre show I'm not too interested in watching, and definitely dont have the time for it. On the up side, I'm super glad that Rules of Engagement FINALLY has been given a full season. Maybe the writers will give us a storyline now that can take us through a few episodes rather than all episodes mainly being on their own.

Prediction: Big Bang Theory on Thursdays will succeed, especially in the demo. If I had to guess, the season will start with an average of 8-9 million viewers, and probably grow if this schedule remains intact. "Dad Says" will probably be a little lower in the ratings, but with a strong lead-in, they should sure be hopeful.

Downside: COMMUNITY will get crushed. My two favorite sitcoms face-to-face in a battle that clearly already has a winner!

I think now that survivor moved to Wednesdays to 7 and the middle starts at 7 I think it will lose the audience. Kind of like cougar town against idol. What do u guys think? I hope they don't cancel the middle it's an awesome show.

CBS made a big mistake moving BBT to Thursdays 8pm. This is their strongest demo performer. Not one CBS show does better than BBT in the demo. And what do they do? They move it to the lowest rated HUT timeslot of the night. If anything, CBS should have moved Men to Thursdays at 8pm and BBT to Mondays 9pm. It's time Men moves. For it's final 2 seasons (I'm guessing 8 and 9 will be the last), it should be utilized elsewhere, allowing BBT to fully become the #1 comedy. They shouldn't have Charlie Sheen as the face of their comedies forever.

I think CBS stinks. They got rid of Gary Unmarried, which was one of the few watchable sitcoms nowadays, and they also got rid of NUMB3RS, which is one of the few excellent dramas nowadays. Wonder what the ratings were for them? I know NUMB3RS always got good ratings. Yeesh! Now I have no reason to watch CBS anymore. Good thing I had already stopped watching Accidentally On Purpose and abandoned Old Christine long ago. I watched Two and a half men really early on, but got sick of it in its second season. Somehow it manages to stay on, don't know how. And I'm not interested in any of their new shows. Oh well, back to whatever I can find on my digital cable! :)

I was just watching the opening theme song and preview videos for Hawaii Five-O and I have to say it looks very well done and may be one of the remakes to actually work out. I'll definitely try to check it out.

Quite pleasantly surprised to see CBS's new fall promo bumper featured within tonights broadcast of 'The Tony Awards' on CBS. They fashioned a high-energy clip with The Romantics "What I Like About You" as the catchy theme music.

Funny though, when I heard the music, my first thoughts were about The WB's sitcom 'What I Like About You', which used the same music in its opening credits.

I'm sure its not in the offing, but with all the upcoming mega-investments in CBS branding around this tune, at some point someone has to suggest (I'll be first) a revival of the sitcom that starred Miss Jennie Garth and Miss Amanda Bynes...new episodes a few years later could serve well as a summer companion next year to 'How I Met Your Mother' encores.

Quite pleasantly surprised to see CBS's new fall promo bumper featured within tonights broadcast of 'The Tony Awards' on CBS. They fashioned a high-energy clip with The Romantics "What I Like About You" as the catchy theme music.

Funny though, when I heard the music, my first thoughts were about The WB's sitcom 'What I Like About You', which used the same music in its opening credits.

I'm sure its not in the offing, but with all the upcoming mega-investments in CBS branding around this tune, at some point someone has to suggest (I'll be first) a revival of the sitcom that starred Miss Jennie Garth and Miss Amanda Bynes...new episodes a few years later could serve well as a summer companion next year to 'How I Met Your Mother' encores.

I sort of like this idea, actually. If we could go and change the past I would have debuted WILAY when Big Bang Theory came out. Those shows complement each other very well and would have made one another better. They both have young casts and involve somewhat similar, wacky, storylines.

The Parents Television Council is going to target one of CBS's new shows: Beep My Dad Says. They were protesting the title because it alluded to an obscenity. The PTC is threatening CBS with broadcast license challenges for any affiliate airing the show or its promos before 10 pm. Responding to the controversy, CBS stated, "[The show] will in no way be indecent and will adhere to all CBS standards. Parents who chose to do so will find the show can be easily blocked using their VChip." Show star Shatner has commented on the show's title, saying "We say spit; why can't we say ****?" In addition, Bill Gorman from TVbytheNumbers wrote that the PTC protest was just giving the show more publicity, which he expects will boost ratings.

i don't think the ratings of that show will be boosted for any reason. This is the kind of series that should job in the ratings and be cancelled after only half a season, all because of the title containing one of the "Seven Dirty Words".

CBS is set to announce premiere dates, probably later today. CBS is expected to premiere everything in premiere week (although there is a chance Survivor will get a two-hour premiere the Wednesday before the new season). Here is an unofficial schedule (stay tuned for an official announcement):

Mondays Beginning September 20, 2010
8:00- 8:30pm – HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30- 9:00pm – RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
9:00- 9:30pm - TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00pm – MIKE & MOLLY (series premiere)
10:00-11:00pm – HAWAII FIVE-0 (series premiere)

Tuesdays Beginning September 21, 2010
8:00- 9:00pm - NCIS
9:00-10:00pm – NCIS: LOS ANGELES
10:00-11:00pm – THE GOOD WIFE

Wednesdays Beginning September 22, 2010
8:00- 9:00pm – SURVIVOR: NICARAGUA (new night)
9:00-10:00pm – CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00pm – THE DEFENDERS (series premiere)

Thursdays Beginning September 23, 2010
8:00-8:30pm - THE BIG BANG THEORY (new night and time)
8:30-9:00pm - $#*! MY DAD SAYS (series premiere)
9:00-10:00pm - CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
10:00-11:00pm - THE MENTALIST

Fridays Beginning September 24, 2010
8:00-9:00pm – MEDIUM (new time)
9:00-10:00pm – CSI: NY (new night and time)
10:00-11:00pm – BLUE BLOOD (series premiere)

Sundays Beginning September 26, 2010
7:00-8:00pm - 60 MINUTES
8:00-9:00pm - THE AMAZING RACE
9:00-10:00pm - UNDERCOVER BOSS
10:00-11:00pm - CSI: MIAMI (new night)

Saturdays is not available yet.

y is all the networks premiring their new shows all in the same week. and on CBS's end, wouldn't they like to premire the big bang theory before comunitty with betty white so they can get the better raitings??

Why on earth would CBS be scared of NBC's Community season premiere? Betty White or not, it will barely get a 2.0 in 18-49. And it is premiere week. I am never a fan of launching stuff early since it doesn't count.

Why on earth would CBS be scared of NBC's Community season premiere? Betty White or not, it will barely get a 2.0 in 18-49. And it is premiere week. I am never a fan of launching stuff early since it doesn't count.
Launching early does, however, have the benefit of driving up the sampling of the premiere.

FOX used to go early ('Prison Break' debuting in August) in an effort to get viewers on board with their shows before the other nets preemed their new season. If I were FOX, I would be tempted to give their new comedies a one-off premiere before the season starts after 'The Simpsons' and 'Family Guy' on Sunday nights, just to ensure they get an adequate first sampling.

Sunday, November 28, 2010
9:00-11:00pm Hallmark Hall of Fame Presentation: November Christmas
A couple who lost their daughter many years ago put aside their own difficult memories to help another family create a meaningful holiday for their sick child, even though it isn't yet Christmas. Stars John Corbett

Sunday, November 28, 2010
9:00-11:00pm Hallmark Hall of Fame Presentation: November Christmas
A couple who lost their daughter many years ago put aside their own difficult memories to help another family create a meaningful holiday for their sick child, even though it isn't yet Christmas. Stars John Corbett
Sounds good, but I'm guessing it will do only a 1.0 demo.

CBS officially announces premiere dates (a few shows not in premiere week though):


CBS ANNOUNCES 2010-2011 PREMIERE DATES

Network to Roll Out Nearly All of its New and Returning Series During Official
Premiere Week

CBS Officially Opens the Season on Sept. 20 with its Monday Comedy Block and
New "Hawaii Five-0"

CBS Launches its New Thursday Comedy Block of "The Big Bang Theory" and
"$#*! My Dad Says" on Sept. 23

"NCIS: Los Angeles" Returns with a Two-Hour Premiere on Tuesday, Sept. 21

"The Amazing Race" Leaves the Starting Gate with a 90-Minute Premiere
on Sunday, Sept. 26

"Survivor: Nicaragua" Opens in its New Wednesday Time Period on Sept. 15

Emmy Award-Nominated "The Good Wife" Returns for its Sophomore Season on Tuesday, Sept. 28

"CSI: Miami," in its New Sunday Time Period, Premieres Oct. 3


CBS announced today that most of its new and returning series will premiere during the week of Sept. 20, the official start of the 2010-2011 season. The exceptions are SURVIVOR: NICARAGUA, which launches a week earlier, and THE GOOD WIFE and CSI: MIAMI, which both debut a week later.

CBS will get an early start on the season with the premiere of SURVIVOR: NICARAGUA, the 21st edition of the hit reality series, which launches in its new time period on Wednesday, Sept. 15 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT).

CBS's new season rollout officially begins on Monday, Sept. 20 with the season six debut of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), followed by the fifth season premiere of RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), the eighth season premiere of television's #1 comedy, TWO AND A HALF MEN (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), the series premiere of MIKE & MOLLY (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) and the series debut of HAWAII FIVE-0 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

NCIS, television's #1 drama, returns for its eighth season on Tuesday, Sept. 21 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT), followed by the two-hour second season premiere of NCIS: LOS ANGELES (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT), last season's #1 new scripted series.

On Wednesday, Sept. 22, CRIMINAL MINDS (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) returns for its sixth season followed by the series debut of THE DEFENDERS (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

On Thursday, Sept. 23, CBS opens its new one-hour comedy block on television's biggest night with the fourth season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) — the fastest-growing series on television and the #1 scripted program in adults 18-49 — heading into the irreverent new comedy, $#*! MY DAD SAYS (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT). CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION returns for its 11th season (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT), followed by the third season premiere of THE MENTALIST (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

The Network's new Friday lineup premieres Sept. 24 with MEDIUM's second season on CBS (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT), followed by a new two-hour block of New York-based crime dramas featuring the seventh season premiere of CSI: NY in its new (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) time period and the series debut of the new police drama BLUE BLOODS (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

48 HOURS MYSTERY, Saturday's most-watched program, returns on Sept. 25 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

Premiering on Sunday, Sept. 26 is the 43rd season of 60 MINUTES, television's longest- running and highest-rated newsmagazine (7:30-8:30 PM, ET/PT, time approximate following late-running football), followed by a 90-minute premiere of the multi-Emmy Award-winning THE AMAZING RACE (8:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) and the Emmy Award-nominated UNDERCOVER BOSS, last season's #1 new program (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

The Emmy Award-nominated THE GOOD WIFE returns for its sophomore season on Tuesday, Sept. 28 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

On Sunday, Oct. 3, CSI: MIAMI makes its ninth season premiere in its new time period (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

CBS's 2010-2011 Premiere Dates

Wednesday, Sept. 15
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR: NICARAGUA (21st Edition Premiere)

Monday, Sept. 20
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (6th Season Premiere)
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (5th Season Premiere)
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN (8th Season Premiere)
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY (Series Debut)
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0 (Series Debut)

Tuesday, Sept. 21
8:00-9:00 PM NCIS (8th Season Premiere)
9:00-11:00 PM NCIS: LOS ANGELES (2nd Season Premiere)

Wednesday, Sept. 22
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS (6th Season Premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM THE DEFENDERS (Series Debut)

Thursday, Sept. 23
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY (4th Season Premiere)
8:30-9:00 PM $#*! MY DAD SAYS (Series Debut)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (11th Season Premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST (3rd Season Premiere)

Friday, Sept. 24
8:00-9:00 PM MEDIUM (2ndSeason Premiere on CBS)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: NY (7thSeason Premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS (Series Debut)

Saturday, Sept. 25
8:00-9:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
10:00-11:00 PM 48 HOURS MYSTERY (Season Premiere)

Sunday, Sept. 26
7:30-8:30 PM 60 MINUTES (43rd Season Premiere)
8:30-10:00 PM THE AMAZING RACE (17th Edition Premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM UNDERCOVER BOSS (2ndSeason Premiere)

Tuesday, Sept. 28
10:00-11:00 PM THE GOOD WIFE (2nd Season Premiere)

Sunday, Oct. 3
8:00-9:00 PM THE AMAZING RACE (Time Period Premiere)
9:00-10:00 PM UNDERCOVER BOSS (Time Period Premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: MIAMI (9th Season Premiere)

Monday, September 6, 2010
8:30PM CBS Fall Preview Special

Thursday, September 16, 2010
8:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, new night/time)
8:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)
9:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)
9:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)

Was expecting this since Big Brother 12 ends on Sept. 15. But I was thinking just the 8pm hour for Big Bang repeats.

Thursday, September 16, 2010
8:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, new night/time)
8:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)
9:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)
9:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special time)

Was expecting this since Big Brother 12 ends on Sept. 15. But I was thinking just the 8pm hour for Big Bang repeats.
Still think 18 minutes of new GREYS footage would have been great counterprogramming. 8- MF rerun - 8:30-11p GREYS. They'd have 10-11p not vs TBBT which will certainly get 2's. I know it's not gonna happen, just what I would do. ABC wanted the new footage for LOST DVD too, yet they leaked that. I watched it, it's not gonna make me want the DVD less.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010
10:00pm ET-PT/9:00pm CT/8:00pm MT CAMPAIGN 2010: ELECTION NIGHT
[The Good Wife is preempted]

Tuesday, November 30, 2010
10:00pm THE VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW (all-new)
[The Good Wife is preempted]

Tuesday, November 2, 2010
10:00pm ET-PT/9:00pm CT/8:00pm MT CAMPAIGN 2010: ELECTION NIGHT
[The Good Wife is preempted]

Tuesday, November 30, 2010
10:00pm THE VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW (all-new)
[The Good Wife is preempted]
I have no idea when November sweeps are this year, but it can't be good for The Good Wife to be pre-empted (possibly) twice during sweeps.

November 2010 sweep is from Oct. 28-Nov. 24.

November 2010 sweep is from Oct. 28-Nov. 24.
Ok, so only once, I guess. Thanks for the dates Pavan! :)

CBS gives full seasons to all 5 new shows.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/live-feed/five-0-cbs-gives-full-32015

CBS gives full seasons to all 5 new shows.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/live-feed/five-0-cbs-gives-full-32015

Glad to see Hawaii get a full season! The rest I could really care less about one way or another.

Any Monday preemptions on CBS in Nov/Dec?

No, but there will be repeats in December. Not sure yet when though.

They don't highlight anything from 11/22 in the sweeps press release, would that mean that day is all repeats?

http://www.cbspressexpress.com/div.php/cbs_entertainment/release?id=26510

No, that means there are no episodic info for that date yet. Never would there be repeats in sweeps.

"Medium" Order Cut to 13

http://www.deadline.com/2010/10/medium-order-cut-to-13-is-this-the-end/

Medium cheated death once in 2009 when CBS rescued it after its cancellation by NBC. But the ghost crime drama might now be coming to an end after a respectable 7-season run on two networks. CBS today cut the order to the series starring Patricia Arquette to 13 episodes. While it has not been cancelled as CBS is keeping its options open, its chances for renewal are considered slim. In a similar fashion, CBS last year cut the order to Friday drama Numbers before canceling it in May. The CBS TV Studios-produced Medium, which has made a lot of money for CBS through its syndication deal with Lifetime, has been the lowest-rated series on CBS this fall following its move from 9 PM to 8 PM on Friday (though it inched up in the ratings last week). With CBS recently picking up all 5 of its freshman series, it had to open up some shelf space for the 3 more series it has ordered for midseason, dramas Chaos and Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior and comedy Mad Love. After fulfilling Medium's 13-episode order, creator and showrunner Glenn Gordon Caron, who is very well liked within CBS, will focus on development for CBS TV Studios where he is under an overall deal.

"Medium" Order Cut to 13

http://www.deadline.com/2010/10/medium-order-cut-to-13-is-this-the-end/

Medium cheated death once in 2009 when CBS rescued it after its cancellation by NBC. But the ghost crime drama might now be coming to an end after a respectable 7-season run on two networks. CBS today cut the order to the series starring Patricia Arquette to 13 episodes. While it has not been cancelled as CBS is keeping its options open, its chances for renewal are considered slim. In a similar fashion, CBS last year cut the order to Friday drama Numbers before canceling it in May. The CBS TV Studios-produced Medium, which has made a lot of money for CBS through its syndication deal with Lifetime, has been the lowest-rated series on CBS this fall following its move from 9 PM to 8 PM on Friday (though it inched up in the ratings last week). With CBS recently picking up all 5 of its freshman series, it had to open up some shelf space for the 3 more series it has ordered for midseason, dramas Chaos and Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior and comedy Mad Love. After fulfilling Medium's 13-episode order, creator and showrunner Glenn Gordon Caron, who is very well liked within CBS, will focus on development for CBS TV Studios where he is under an overall deal.I'm not too surprised...future doesn't look good for the series. :(

I'm not too surprised...future doesn't look good for the series. :(

Unfortunately, no it does not. A Saturday run for episodes 14-22 would've been nice and couldn've proven successful, paired with 48 Hours, but looks like CBS opted to take the easy road out. Hopefully they'll at least give it a proper send off. There's no real continuing storyline this season, so it'll be interesting to see how the writers wrap things up. I wish CBS would just say, though, that this is indeed the final season. Leaving fans hanging after the season ends is cruel and unnecessary.

CBS winter/holiday updates:

Thursday, November 25, 2010 (Thanksgiving)
9:00pm The Big Bang Theory (R, special time)
9:30pm Mike & Molly (R, special time)
[CSI is preempted. Big Bang will also air a repeat in its regular 8pm half-hour on this date.]

Friday, November 26, 2010
8:00pm CSI: NY (R, special time)
9:00pm Blue Bloods (R, special time)
[Blue Bloods will also air in its regular 10pm slot.]

Tuesday, November 30, 2010
8:00pm RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER (R)
9:00pm NCIS (R, special time)
[NCIS: LA is preempted and Victoria Secret Fashion Show is at 10pm, as previously announced preempting The Good Wife.]

Wednesday, December 1, 2010
10:00pm GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! (all-new)
[The Defenders is preempted]

Saturday, December 4, 2010
8:00pm-10:00pm CBS Movie: Evan Almighty (network premiere)

Friday, December 10, 2010
8:00pm The Mentalist (R)
[Medium is preempted]

Saturday, December 11, 2010
8:00pm FROSTY THE SNOWMAN (R)
8:30pm FROSTY RETURNS (R)
9:00pm THE FLIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS (R)

Sunday, December 12, 2010
8:00pm The Amazing Race 17 (season finale)

Friday, December 17, 2010
8:00pm YES, VIRGINIA THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS (R)
8:30pm FROSTY THE SNOWMAN (R)
9:00pm FROSTY RETURNS (R)
9:30pm I GET THAT A LOT (all-new)
[Medium and CSI: NY are preempted]

Sunday, December 19, 2010
8:00pm-10:00pm Survivor: Nicaragua (finale)
10:00pm Survivor: Nicaragua Reunion (live)
[Undercover Boss/CSI Miami are preempted]

Wednesday, December 22, 2010
8:00pm 12TH ANNUAL HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS (all-new)

Friday, December 24, 2010
8:00pm CSI (R, special night/time)
[Medium is preempted]

Saturday, December 25, 2010
8:00-10:00pm CBS Special Movie: JESSE STONE: NO REMORSE (R)

Sunday, December 26, 2010
8:00pm UNDERCOVER BOSS (R, special time)
9:00pm CSI: MIAMI (R, special time)
10:00pm THE MENTALIST (R, special night)
[Boss and Miami are airing in special times so their ratings don't count in their regular times because of the holiday weekend]

Tuesday, December 28, 2010
9:00-11:00pm KENNEDY CENTER HONORS (all-new)
[NCIS LA/Good Wife are preempted.]

Wednesday, December 29, 2010
8:00pm NCIS: LOS ANGELES (R, special night/time)

Friday, December 31, 2010
8:00pm CSI: MIAMI (R, special night/time)
[Medium is preempted]

Sundays, Effective Sunday, January 2, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (all-new, for at least 3 weeks)

Tuesday, January 4, 2011
8:00-10:00pm Live to Dance (premiere, special night)
[NCIS and NCIS: LA are preempted]

Wednesday, January 5, 2011
8:00pm Live to Dance (regular night/time)
9:00-11:00pm 37TH ANNUAL PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS (Live)
[Criminal Minds and The Defenders are preempted from 9-11pm.]

Fridays, Effective Jan. 7, 2011
10:00pm Crime Drama Encores (The Mentalist Jan. 7 and Jan. 14; CSI: NY Jan. 21; Hawaii Five-0 Jan. 28)

Sunday, January 9, 2011
10:00pm Criminal Minds (R, special night/time)

Wednesdays, January 12-February 9, 2011
8:00pm Live to Dance (all-new, live shows)

Sunday, January 16, 2011
10:00pm Undercover Boss (R, special time)

Wednesdays, Effective Jan. 19, 2011
10:00pm BLUE BLOODS (ntp, thru Feb. 9)

Sunday, January 23, 2011
6:30PM AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
10:00PM TBD

Friday, January 28, 2011
8:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles (R, special night/time)
[Medium has its final airing on Jan. 21]

Sunday, January 30, 2011
8:00pm TBD
9:00-11:00pm Hallmark Hall of Fame: The Lost Valentine (all-new) - Based on the novel by James Michael Pratt, "The Lost Valentine" will star Jennifer Love Hewitt as a journalist working on a profile of a woman (Betty White) whose husband was declared MIA during WWII.
[Undercover Boss and CSI Miami are preempted]

Friday, Feb. 4, 2011
8:00pm THE DEFENDERS (new night/time, thru March 25)
9:00pm SUPER BOWL’S GREATEST COMMERCIALS (All-New Special)
10:00pm CSI: NY (special time)

Fridays, Effective Feb. 11, 2011
10:00pm BLUE BLOODS (returns to Fridays)

Wednesday, Effective Feb. 16, 2011
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR: REDEMPTION ISLAND (season premiere)
10:00-11:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR (new series)

Monday, Effective Feb. 21, 2011
8:30pm MAD LOVE (new series)

Thursday, Effective Feb. 24, 2011
8:30pm RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (new night)

Friday, Effective April 1, 2011
8:00pm CHAOS (new series)

Why do they insist on airing Rudolph and Victoria on the same night? really stupid idea :rolleyes:

So much for NOF having a chance Nov 30th. CBs will kill with that 8-10 combo

Thankgiving eve CBS will own too

A new I Get That A Lot? Cool! It looks as if it will be 30 minutes too, so yay!

http://www.deadline.com/2010/10/cbs-sets-premiere-date-for-paula-abduls-dance-reality-series-which-may-face-idol/

Paula Abdul's CBS 'Dance' Reality Series To Launch In January And Possibly Face 'Idol'

CBS' reality-competition series Live to Dance starring former American Idol judge Paul Abdul will premiere on Tuesday, Jan. 4 with a two-hour episode from 8-10 PM and move to its regular Wednesday 8-9 PM time period the following night, Jan. 5. It will fill in for Survivor, bridging the veteran reality series' two cycles. Starting on Jan. 12, the 18 dance act finalists on Live to Dance will compete live for 3 weeks leading to the grand finale that will determine the champion and recipient of a $500,000 prize.

The new CBS reality-competition series LIVE TO DANCE will debut with a special two hour episode, Tuesday, Jan. 4 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Paula Abdul will serve as executive producer, mentor and lead expert of the series. LIVE TO DANCE will move to its regular time period on Wednesdays (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on Jan. 5, and then be broadcast LIVE starting Wednesday, Jan. 12, as indicated below:

Tuesday, January 4, 2011
8:00-10:00pm Live to Dance (premiere, special night)
[NCIS and NCIS: LA are preempted]

Wednesday, January 5, 2011
8:00pm Live to Dance (regular night/time)
9:00-11:00pm 37TH ANNUAL PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS (Live)
[Criminal Minds and The Defenders are preempted from 9-11pm.]

Wednesdays, January 12-February 2, 2011
8:00pm Live to Dance (all-new, live shows)
[Unclear still if the Feb. 2 finale is one-hour or will be expanded to two-hours.]


PRESS RELEASE:

NEW CBS REALITY SERIES "LIVE TO DANCE" WITH PAULA ABDUL TO PREMIERE TUESDAY, JAN. 4

ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

Series Premieres with a Special Two Hour Episode on Tuesday, Jan. 4,

Before Moving to Its Regular Time Period on Wednesdays (8:00-9:00 PM) Starting Jan. 5

Series Will Be Broadcast Live on Wednesdays Starting Jan. 12


The new CBS reality-competition series LIVE TO DANCE, which will feature one of the most inclusive talent searches ever on television, will debut with a special two hour episode, Tuesday, Jan. 4 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Paula Abdul will serve as executive producer, mentor and lead expert of the series. LIVE TO DANCE will move to its regular time period on Wednesdays (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on Jan. 5, and then be broadcast LIVE starting Wednesday, Jan. 12.

The premiere episode of LIVE TO DANCE will follow dancers from across the country auditioning for Abdul and the series' experts in specially constructed Dance Domes that were built in both New York and Los Angeles to host the auditions. At the end of the premiere episode, a group of dancers from all styles, backgrounds and ages will be selected for the LIVE TO DANCE cast.

When the show moves to its regular time period on Wednesday, Jan. 5, an additional group of dancers from the Dance Dome auditions, who the experts feel deserve a second look, will have one final opportunity to compete in a "dance-off," to earn a coveted spot in the LIVE TO DANCE cast. Those contestants who make it through the "dance-off" will travel to Los Angeles, rounding out the final cast of 18 dance acts.

Starting Wednesday, Jan. 12, the first six dance acts will compete against each other LIVE on CBS with two acts advancing. After a total of three rounds, the six dance acts that have advanced will compete against one another in the grand finale, where they will battle for the right to be crowned LIVE TO DANCE champion and awarded a $500,000 prize.

Paula Abdul will be joined on the panel of experts by Travis Payne and Kimberly Wyatt, both of whom bring an extensive dance and choreography resume to the series. Andrew Günsberg is host of the series.

LIVE TO DANCE is based on a format created by Princess Productions and Shine TV and is produced by Reveille. Elisabeth Murdoch, Howard T. Owens, Paula Abdul, James Sunderland, Anthony Dominici and Robin Ashbrook are executive producers.

CBS reality finales:

Sunday, December 12, 2010
8:00pm The Amazing Race 17 (season finale)

Sunday, December 19, 2010
8:00pm-10:00pm Survivor: Nicaragua (finale)
10:00pm Survivor: Nicaragua Reunion (live)
[Undercover Boss/CSI Miami are preempted]

Sundays, Eff. Sunday December 26, 2010
8:00pm TBD

Wednesday, December 29, 2010
8:00pm TBD

A few date changes for holiday specials: http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43

Is this the correct schedule for the rest of the year?

- CBS Monday all-new only on 11/15 and 11/22

- The Good Wife all-new on 11/16, 11/23 and 12/14

- CBS Thursday all-new only on 11/11, 11/18 and 12/9

Cyrax, I think CBS Monday might be new one more time after 11/22. Not sure yet.

Couple of updates:

Thursday, November 25, 2010 (Thanksgiving)
9:30pm Mike & Molly (R, special time)

Friday, November 26, 2010
8:00pm CSI: NY (R, special time)
9:00pm Blue Bloods (R, special time)
[Blue Bloods will also air in its regular 10pm slot.]

Friday, December 10, 2010
8:00pm The Mentalist (R)
[Medium is preempted]

Sunday, January 30, 2011
9:00-11:00pm Hallmark Hall of Fame: The Lost Valentine (all-new) - Based on the novel by James Michael Pratt, "The Lost Valentine" will star Jennifer Love Hewitt as a journalist working on a profile of a woman (Betty White) whose husband was declared MIA during WWII.
[Undercover Boss and CSI Miami are preempted]

Full updates: http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43

How many episodes will Medium be airing before the end of the year? From my count, it's either 9 or 10, but I'm not sure. I'm guessing CBS will take it into January and end it at the end of the month.

How many episodes will Medium be airing before the end of the year? From my count, it's either 9 or 10, but I'm not sure. I'm guessing CBS will take it into January and end it at the end of the month.I haven't been an extremely loyal viewer of Medium recently, but I hope it gets some kind of decent sendoff, as I'm sure it's over after this season.

I haven't been an extremely loyal viewer of Medium recently, but I hope it gets some kind of decent sendoff, as I'm sure it's over after this season.

Agreed. I mean, as of late, it isn't doing all that badly (it was only .3 behind Blue Bloods last week), and CBS is really giving it the shaft by taking it all the way down to 13 rather than 16 or 18. So, hopefully it does get a proper finale put together. After 7 seasons, I'd be extremely devestated if they didn't

CBS cancels Medium, series finale will air January 21.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/live-feed/cbs-cancels-medium-45969

Cyrax, I think CBS Monday might be new one more time after 11/22. Not sure yet.

TVGuide talks about a December 13th episode of HIMYM, any info if the rest of that Monday lineup is going to be all-new as well?

I believe CBS Monday is repeats on Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 but all-new on Dec. 13 for their 11th episodes of the season. Though I think Rules of Engagement is all-new on Dec. 6, so it might be a repeat on Dec. 13, not sure yet. CBS is pretty slow compared to other networks in ep scheduling.

CBS Thursday is repeats on Dec. 2 but all-new on Dec. 9 for their 10th episodes of the season (though Bleep might be a repeat). I have Bleep My Dad Says listed as new on Thursday, Dec. 16 with episode "Family Dinner for Schmucks."

Thanks! Any particular reason why Rules & Bleep are not aired alongside the rest of the all-new lineup? They prefer to have one new episode instead of a full repeat night?

Probably a test to see how they do on their own. If Bleep ISN'T a repeat on Dec. 9, then I think they are just trying to speed up the episodes so they can bring in Mad Love.

According to the CBS website, the complete lineup is all-new on December 6th. Did the schedule get bumped up or they are airing the 12th eps on Dec. 13 still?

According to the CBS website, the complete lineup is all-new on December 6th. Did the schedule get bumped up or they are airing the 12th eps on Dec. 13 still?

Not sure. I'll see what I can find. If they do air 12 episodes in the fall, that is strange.

Updates:

Sunday, December 26, 2010
8:00pm UNDERCOVER BOSS (R, special time)
9:00pm CSI: MIAMI (R, special time)
10:00pm NCIS: LOS ANGELES (R, special night/time)
[Boss and Miami are airing in special times so their ratings don't count in their regular times because of the holiday weekend]

Wednesday, December 29, 2010
8:00pm NCIS: LOS ANGELES (R, special night/time)

Friday, December 31, 2010
8:00pm NCIS (R, special night)

Sunday, January 2, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (R, special night/time)

Sundays, Effective Sunday, January 9, 2011
8:00pm TBD

Apparently CBS Monday is all new on 12/13 as well, airing the 12th episodes.

CBS Thursday is all new on 12/9 and 12/16, these shows air 11 episodes in 2010. So if the 18 episode order of Bleep is correct, it can exit in March.

CSI/The Mentalist are not new on Dec. 16, though. Not sure why they are airing 12 episodes of the Monday comedies.

Yeah sorry I was only paying attention at the sitcoms. ;) Maybe they have some preemption plans for the Spring? And does it mean 2.5 Men and Mike & Molly get 24 episodes in total?

Looks like Friday 12/10 is repeats too, wonder if they air 11th eps on 12/17? Interesting they don't show Medium when it's repeats (tonight it's double Blue Bloods, in 2 weeks it's The Mentalist).

I hope they will announce the midseason schedule next week, specifically the replacement for Medium. I wonder if CSI: NY and BB get bumped up an hour so the 10 pm show can be The Defenders or a new one (because I don't see them scheduling TD or a new show to lead the night).

Cyrax, details for 12/10 and 12/17 were known for a while now:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43

Yeah sorry I was only paying attention at the sitcoms. ;) Maybe they have some preemption plans for the Spring? And does it mean 2.5 Men and Mike & Molly get 24 episodes in total?

Well, I know for a fact that HIMYM, Rules, and Men all do... not sure about Mike & Molly.

Cyrax, details for 12/10 and 12/17 were known for a while now:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43

That means Blue Bloods does air on 12/17 but do you know if it's a repeat or a new episode?

Ryan: With 2.5 Men you never know, Charlie can always cut the extra 2 episodes with his antics. ;)

Well, I know for a fact that HIMYM, Rules, and Men all do... not sure about Mike & Molly.
If 3/4 Monday comedies have 24 episodes, it would only make sense to give the other one 24 episodes - hopefully.

Ryan: With 2.5 Men you never know, Charlie can always cut the extra 2 episodes with his antics. ;)LOL. :lol:

The popularity of 2.5 continues to amaze me.

Blue Bloods is a repeat on Friday, Dec. 17.

Friday, December 24, 2010
8:00pm The Mentalist (R, special night/time)

Friday, January 28, 2011
8:00pm TBD
[Medium has its final airing on Jan. 21]

Friday, February 4, 2011
8:00pm Super Bowl's Greatest Commercials (all-new)

Friday, December 24, 2010
8:00pm The Mentalist (R, special night/time)

Friday, January 28, 2011
8:00pm TBD
[Medium has its final airing on Jan. 21]

Friday, February 4, 2011
8:00pm Super Bowl's Greatest Commercials (all-new)
I'm guessing The Defenders moves to Fridays come March, with Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior premiering in the beginning of March, and airing uninterrupted into May.

Would CBS just announce what is going on with Mad Love, Criminal Minds: SB, and Chaos already?!

I'm guessing The Defenders moves to Fridays come March, with Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior premiering in the beginning of March, and airing uninterrupted into May.

Would CBS just announce what is going on with Mad Love, Criminal Minds: SB, and Chaos already?!Defenders on Friday makes sense to me. I'm looking forward to trying out CM: SB.

Of all of the new CBS shows, I am most enjoying H-5-0. I hope it holds out....beats the drama remakes we've seen in recent years!

Would CBS just announce what is going on with Mad Love, Criminal Minds: SB, and Chaos already?!

I suppose it should happen this week? 2 years ago they announced midseason plans early December but the previous midseason reveal happened only in January due to the Superbowl-Undercover Boss secrecy.

I agree TD makes the most sense to move to Friday, then again The Good Wife is quite weak too, but Criminal Minds spin off has to air after the original!

I wonder what could go to Sundays at 8PM next month?

I wonder what could go to Sundays at 8PM next month?

I think CBS would've been wise to air Paula Abdul's new dance show Sundays at 8pm. They really blew it by scheduling it during the week, IMO.

I think CBS would've been wise to air Paula Abdul's new dance show Sundays at 8pm. They really blew it by scheduling it during the week, IMO.

Agreed. Sunday at 8 was a perfect fit for that show, especially since its planned run wasn't going to last very long.

I think CBS would've been wise to air Paula Abdul's new dance show Sundays at 8pm. They really blew it by scheduling it during the week, IMO.IMO, they picked one of the worst nights to air it...It's an 8PM show, yes, but on Wednesday? Idol will be on Wednesdays a little later in the month. Not very smart scheduling. Agreed.

Sunday nights would have been interesting for Dance. It will be interesting to see what the eye schedules there.

IMO, they picked one of the worst nights to air it...It's an 8PM show, yes, but on Wednesday? Idol will be on Wednesdays a little later in the month. Not very smart scheduling. Agreed.

Sunday nights would have been interesting for Dance. It will be interesting to see what the eye schedules there.
I don't see the big deal with Wednesdays. CBS needs something to fill in for Survivor while its gone, and this is a good fit. I don't expect the show to do well, but it's better than encores between the two Survivor seasons.

I don't see the big deal with Wednesdays. CBS needs something to fill in for Survivor while its gone, and this is a good fit. I don't expect the show to do well, but it's better than encores between the two Survivor seasons.I guess you're right. They probably aren't extremely concerned about the ratings, the show won't run really long. Hit, no, but I don't think it'll be a disaster.

Couple of repeats replaced by other repeats and Jesse Stone movie repeat on Christmas:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43

The Amazing Race S18 starts Feb 20 in HD.

CBS is going with repeats on Sundays at 8 in Jan/early Feb, like expected and like I thought they would.

Tuesday, January 4, 2011
10:00pm NCIS (R, special time)

Sunday, January 9, 2011
8:00pm Criminal Minds (R)
[Repeats for Jan. 16, 23, 30, and Feb. 6 will be announced at a later date.]

Sundays, Effective Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011
8:00pm The Amazing Race 18 (new season)

CBS is going with repeats on Sundays at 8 in Jan/early Feb, like expected and like I thought they would.

Tuesday, January 4, 2011
10:00pm NCIS (R, special time)

Sunday, January 9, 2011
8:00pm Criminal Minds (R)
[Repeats for Jan. 16, 23, 30, and Feb. 6 will be announced at a later date.]

Sundays, Effective Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011
8:00pm The Amazing Race 18 (new season)Any idea on when we'll hear more about midseason (schedules)?

Not sure, but I doubt they launch anything more new series until March.

As far as current shows, CBS returns in the new year with all-new episodes on Monday, Jan. 3 with its comedies and Five-0. Tuesday and Wednesday dramas return Jan. 11 and 12 due to Live to Dance and People's Choice Awards on Jan. 4 and 5. CBS Thursday comedies and dramas are all-new on Jan. 6, as is CBS Friday dramas on Jan. 7. CSI: Miami returns Sunday, Jan. 9. Undercover Boss hasn't booked its next episode yet (could return Jan. 2 or 9) and 60 Minutes is usually always new.

Not sure, but I doubt they launch anything more new series until March.I would think they'd want the Criminal Minds spin-off as part of February sweeps.

I would think they'd want the Criminal Minds spin-off as part of February sweeps.

I would think so too. Plus it has 13 episodes, I believe. I wouldn't be surprised to see it launch on Jan 19 or 26 and "The Defenders" get a couple weeks off until its ready to launch somewhere else (Fridays at 8?)

The spin-off does have 13 episodes, but they can still launch in March and air 13 episodes. If it starts March 2, it can run all the way to May 25 (last day of the season) with all episodes aired. The Defenders is likely staying in its timeslot until 18 episodes. If it has more than 18, then it could be used on Fridays, but nothing is launching on Fridays after Medium ends Jan. 21. Earliest something will air is Feb. 11, if anything. The Criminal Minds spin-off could launch in February, but not January. Jan. 19 is one month away and there has been NO talk or promos on it. And they are returning The Defenders on Jan. 12, so why only air it one week and then pull it? They have Survivor and Amazing Race returning in February, so they really don't need it to launch in February.

The spin-off does have 13 episodes, but they can still launch in March and air 13 episodes. If it starts March 2, it can run all the way to May 25 (last day of the season) with all episodes aired. The Defenders is likely staying in its timeslot until 18 episodes. If it has more than 18, then it could be used on Fridays, but nothing is launching on Fridays after Medium ends Jan. 21. Earliest something will air is Feb. 11, if anything. The Criminal Minds spin-off could launch in February, but not January. Jan. 19 is one month away and there has been NO talk or promos on it. And they are returning The Defenders on Jan. 12, so why only air it one week and then pull it? They have Survivor and Amazing Race returning in February, so they really don't need it to launch in February.

All good points - I guess I wasn't realizing how late in December it was already! Given that, I'm guessing it does launch March 2 (possibly a week before) and I think it's almost a sure thing that it goes to Weds at 10

The spin-off does have 13 episodes, but they can still launch in March and air 13 episodes. If it starts March 2, it can run all the way to May 25 (last day of the season) with all episodes aired. The Defenders is likely staying in its timeslot until 18 episodes. If it has more than 18, then it could be used on Fridays, but nothing is launching on Fridays after Medium ends Jan. 21. Earliest something will air is Feb. 11, if anything. The Criminal Minds spin-off could launch in February, but not January. Jan. 19 is one month away and there has been NO talk or promos on it. And they are returning The Defenders on Jan. 12, so why only air it one week and then pull it? They have Survivor and Amazing Race returning in February, so they really don't need it to launch in February.Makes sense to me after your explanation. Looks like they would save the CM spinoff for the 3/2, after sweeps. They don't need it before then desperately, really.

10PM Wednesday sounds logical to me. CBS usually does well with scheduling.

I'm surprised The Defenders is not getting moved as soon as possible.

What about the comedy Mad Love, they won't be able to put it to Thursday 8:30 pm if Bleep My Dad Says ends after 18 episodes, because of Idol...

CBS is always so mysterious. I just want to know what they are doing! :D

I'm surprised The Defenders is not getting moved as soon as possible.

What about the comedy Mad Love, they won't be able to put it to Thursday 8:30 pm if Bleep My Dad Says ends after 18 episodes, because of Idol...Perhaps we could see BBT/Mad Love go to a different night? I don't think Mad Love would go to Mondays, as it would require CBS to bump one of those shows to Thursdays...

CBS could be a more....upfront about things :lol:

Perhaps we could see BBT/Mad Love go to a different night? I don't think Mad Love would go to Mondays, as it would require CBS to bump one of those shows to Thursdays...

CBS could be a more....upfront about things :lol:

I seriously doubt they move BBT. They have had success with the show there and may be building a Thursday night comedy block.

Also why not put Mad Love on Thurs? I don't think Idol will be as strong and other networks aren't going to roll over and play dead against it.

I seriously doubt they move BBT. They have had success with the show there and may be building a Thursday night comedy block.

Also why not put Mad Love on Thurs? I don't think Idol will be as strong and other networks aren't going to roll over and play dead against it.The main problem I see with Idol this year is that the first few episodes will probably be very strong due to the changes in the series, then I bet it will fall. I don't think it will be as huge of a threat this year as it has been in years past.

Without moving BBT, 9:30 is really the only place for Mad Love. They should go for it.

CSI: Miami will be all-new on Sunday, Jan. 2 at a special time of 8PM. The 10pm episode is a repeat, though. Updates:

Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (all-new, special time)
[CSI: Miami is a repeat in its regular 10pm slot]

Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (all-new, special time)
10:00pm Criminal Minds (R, special night/time)

Sunday, January 16, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (all-new, special time)
10:00pm Undercover Boss (R, special time)
[Undercover Boss is all-new in its regular 9pm slot]

Wednesdays, Effective Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011
8:00pm Survivor: Redemption Island (all-new)

Sunday, April 3, 2011
8:00-11:00pm THE 46TH ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

CBS is in repeats on Monday, Jan. 10 and Thursday, Jan. 13 after being new the previous week on Jan. 3 and Jan. 6.

EDIT: Looks CSU: Miami is also new on Jan. 9 and 16 at 8pm.

http://www.deadline.com/2010/12/cbs-gives-blue-bloods-wednesday-10-pm-trial-run-shifts-the-defenders-to-fridays/


CBS Gives 'Blue Bloods' Wednesday 10 PM Trial Run, Shifts 'The Defenders' to Fridays

EXCLUSIVE: CBS is about to find out how big a hit it has on its hands with Blue Bloods. I'm hearing the freshman Tom Selleck drama — which has been averaging a healthy 12.3 million viewers on Fridays at 10 PM — will get a four-week trial run on Wednesdays at 10 PM beginning Jan. 19. Fellow freshman series The Defenders, which is currently occupying the Wednesday 10 PM slot, will shift to a new regular time slot, Fridays at 8 PM, starting Feb. 4. There, the legal dramedy will succeed departing paranormal crime drama Medium. Beginning Feb. 16, spinoff Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior takes over on Wednesdays at 10 PM where it will follow Criminal Minds. This is the same strategy CBS successfully used for the launch of spinoff NCIS: LA, which also followed the mothership NCIS series on Tuesdays. Blue Bloods, meanwhile, reclaims its Friday 10 PM post on Feb. 11. CBS, which declined to comment for this story, is expected to announce its midseason plans later today.

Wow...kind of surprising.

Full CBS mid-season moves:

CBS ANNOUNCES MID-SEASON ADDITIONS AND TIME PERIOD MOVES

"Blue Bloods" to Begin Four-Week Run in Wednesday 10:00 PM Time Period Starting Jan. 19

New Drama, "Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior," Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 16 At 10:00 PM

"The Defenders" Moves to Fridays at 8:00 PM, Effective Feb. 4

New Comedy, "Mad Love," Premieres Monday, Feb. 21 at 8:30 PM

"Rules of Engagement" Moves to Thursdays at 8:30 PM Beginning Feb. 24

New Drama, "Chaos," Premieres Friday, April 1 at 8:00 PM


CBS today announced mid-season series premiere dates and some time period moves for America's top-rated Network.

"We're in the fortunate position of having a schedule with many successful shows and very few holes," said Kelly Kahl, Senior Executive Vice President Primetime for CBS. "This allows us to be very targeted with our mid-season series. These are moves that maintain the core stability of a successful schedule, while giving us multiple looks for the future at a few time periods."

BLUE BLOODS, the season's #2 freshman series among viewers and Friday's top program in both viewers and adults 25-54, will move to Wednesdays (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) for four consecutive weeks beginning Jan. 19. BLUE BLOODS returns to its regular Friday time period (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on Feb. 11.

CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR, a spin-off of CBS's top 10 hit, CRIMINAL MINDS, premieres Wednesday, Feb. 16 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

THE DEFENDERS, currently airing Wednesdays (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) and ranking as the third-highest-rated new drama, relocates to Fridays (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) effective Feb. 4.

MAD LOVE, a comedy about a quartet of New Yorkers, two of whom are falling in love while the other two despise each other, premieres Monday, Feb. 21 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT).

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT will move from Monday (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) to Thursdays (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) beginning Feb. 24, reuniting with another former Monday comedy, THE BIG BANG THEORY, to form a new Thursday comedy block. This season, RULES OF ENGAGEMENT has improved its time period by +13% in both viewers and adults 18-49 and by +17% in adults 25-54. RULES OF ENGAGEMENT will succeed $#*! MY DAD SAYS, which will have completed its on-air order for the season.

CHAOS, a comedic drama about a group of rogue CIA spies in the Clandestine Administration and Oversight Services, premieres Friday, April 1 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT). CHAOS will succeed THE DEFENDERS, which will have completed its on-air order for the season.

CBS will close the first half of the 2010-2011 season as the #1 network in viewers (12.29m, up +3%), adults 25-54 (4.2/10, up +2%) and adults 18-49 (3.2/09, even with last year). Season-to-date, CBS has six of the season's top 10 programs, the top seven scripted programs and the top five new programs. CBS also has the two most played-back series - HAWAII FIVE-0 and THE MENTALIST - with both gaining nearly three million additional viewers each week after 7-day playback is factored in.

CBS's Mid-Season Lineup:


Fridays, Effective Jan. 7
10:00-11:00 PM Crime Drama Encores (The Mentalist Jan. 7 and Jan. 14; CSI: NY Jan. 21; Hawaii Five-0 Jan. 28)

Wednesdays, Effective Jan. 19
8:00-9:00 PM LIVE TO DANCE (thru Feb. 9)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS (ntp, thru Feb. 9)

Friday, Feb. 4
8:00-9:00 PM THE DEFENDERS (ntp thru March 25)
9:00-10:00 PM SUPER BOWL’S GREATEST COMMERCIALS (All-New Special)
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: NY

Fridays, Effective Feb. 11
8:00-9:00 PM THE DEFENDERS
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: NY
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS (returns to Fridays)

Wednesday, Effective Feb. 16
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR: REDEMPTION ISLAND (Premiere)
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR (Series Debut)

Monday, Effective Feb. 21
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM MAD LOVE (Series Debut)
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0

Thursday, Effective Feb. 24
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (ntp)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST

Friday, Effective April 1
8:00-9:00 PM CHAOS (Series Debut)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI: NY
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS


About the Shows

BLUE BLOODS stars Tom Selleck, Donnie Wahlberg, Bridget Moynahan, Will Estes, Len Cariou and Jennifer Esposito. Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green and Leonard Goldberg are executive producers for CBS Television Studios.

CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR stars Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker, Janeane Garafolo, Matt Ryan, Michael Kelly, Beau Garrett and Kirsten Vangsness. Edward Allen Bernero, Mark Gordon, Deborah Spera and Chris Mundy are executive producers for ABC Studios in association with CBS Television Studios.

THE DEFENDERS stars Jim Belushi, Jerry O'Connell, Jurnee Smollett and Tanya Fischer. Carol Mendelsohn, Kevin Kennedy, Niels Mueller, Joe Gantz, Harry Gantz and Greg Walker are executive producers for CBS TV Studios.

MAD LOVE stars Jason Biggs, Sarah Chalke, Tyler Labine and Judy Greer. Matt Tarses and Jamie Tarses are executive producers for Sony Pictures Television in association with CBS Television Studios.

CHAOS stars Freddy Rodriguez, Eric Close, Tim Blake Nelson, James Murray, Kurtwood Smith, Carmen Ejogo and Christina Cole. Tom Spezialy, Brett Ratner and Martha Haight are executive producers for Twentieth Century Fox Television in association with CBS Television Studios.

WOW! Finally!
Not bad.

CBS did go with Mad Love on Mondays. HIMYM will be a good lead-in. Smart scheduling by putting the new show in the established night.

Wednesdays are OK. Will be interesting to see how Survivor: RI will do against Idol. Criminal Minds going in to the new spinoff is solid.

Only mystery is Fridays at 10 on 1/21, 1/28, 2/4. Repeats? Defenders goes to Fridays at 8pm as expected. Chaos looks alright.

Overall, again, not bad. I'll be able to catch most of my shows. Schedule looks pretty solid to me. Thumbs up CBS! :D Glad they didn't wait until after Christmas.

Chaos has no chance, it's gonna follow Medium alongside The Defenders and disappear by May. :p

I'm really surprised that CBS wants to give a painful death to Rules of Engagement, even if AI will be weaker than before, it's still gonna make Rules go lower than SMDS so there won't be any reason to bring back the more expensive Rules. CBS liked when Rules was a midseason replacement but now as a full season it doesn't work (at least creatively) and David Spade gets way too much for one episode to justify ratings like that.

Hope Blue Bloods can prove itself on Wednesdays! Not really excited about Mad Love but it might be an unexpected surprise.

Chaos has no chance, it's gonna follow Medium alongside The Defenders and disappear by May. :p

I'm really surprised that CBS wants to give a painful death to Rules of Engagement, even if AI will be weaker than before, it's still gonna make Rules go lower than SMDS so there won't be any reason to bring back the more expensive Rules. CBS liked when Rules was a midseason replacement but now as a full season it doesn't work (at least creatively) and David Spade gets way too much for one episode to justify ratings like that.

Hope Blue Bloods can prove itself on Wednesdays! Not really excited about Mad Love but it might be an unexpected surprise.Agreed, that is a death slot for RoE, even with BBT leading in. Looks like they're putting it out to pasture nearly...I never liked it anyway.

WHy would so many people think Chaos is DOA when Blue Blood succeeded on Fridays. Yes it has a lot less cahnce, but if the show is good, it has a chance to work out as expectation are probably much lower there.

Friday Update:

Fridays, Effective Jan. 7
10:00-11:00 PM Crime Drama Encores (The Mentalist Jan. 7 and Jan. 14; CSI: NY Jan. 21; Hawaii Five-0 Jan. 28)

Friday, Feb. 4
8:00-9:00 PM THE DEFENDERS (all-new, time period premiere)
9:00-10:00 PM SUPER BOWL’S GREATEST COMMERCIALS (All-New Special)
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: NY

Full updates: http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=4485579&postcount=43
http://blog.sitcomsonline.com/2010/12/cbs-mid-season-2011-schedule-antenna-tv.html

Looks like on 1/13 Bleep My Dad Says is all-new while The Big Bang Theory is a repeat.

I'll be glad when Bleep finishes its run. That show, IMO, is downright awful. Mad Love doesn't look extremely better, though.

Sunday, January 23, 2011

Eastern/Central
6:00-10:00PM ET/5:00-9:00PM CT AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME (live)
10:00PM ET/9:00PM CT HAWAII FIVE-O (all-new, live network feed)

Mountain
4:00-8:00PM AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME (live)
8:00PM HAWAII FIVE-O (all-new, live network feed)
9:00PM TBA Network Program (ratings not counted)

Pacific
3:00-7:00PM AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME (live)
7:00PM HAWAII FIVE-O (all-new, live network feed)
8:00PM TBA Network Program (ratings not counted)
9:00-11:00PM Local Programming

Since Five-O is new on 1/23, what will they do on 1/24 at 10pm (its regular slot)? Repeat?

Yes, it is scheduled to be a repeat (not scheduled to be new until Feb. 7 after the Jan. 23 airing, as of now). Now that extra December airing is biting them, isn't it?

Yes, it is scheduled to be a repeat (not scheduled to be new until Feb. 7 after the Jan. 23 airing, as of now). Now that extra December airing is biting them, isn't it?Yep. They should have held off in December so they wouldn't have new episodes interrupted in Feb. I'd rather repeat in Dec...not very smart. I'm really enjoying the show, though.

Don't know who's in charge of this at CBS but on Facebook they posted previews to the repeats of sitcoms on 1/10 and called all of them all-new. :confused:

Tuesday, January 25, 2011
8 PM NCIS (R)
9 PM STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS (LIVE!)
10:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)

More details to come by time zone for this night later.

Tuesday, January 25, 2011
8 PM NCIS (R)
9 PM STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS (LIVE!)
10:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)

More details to come by time zone for this night later.

By time zone:

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Eastern/Central
8:00pm ET/7:00pm CT NCIS (R)
9:00pm ET/8:00 CT State of the Union Address (LIVE!)
10:30pm ET/9:30pm CT THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)

Mountain:
7:00pm State of the Union Address (LIVE!)
8:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
9:00pm NCIS (R, special time)

Pacific:
5:30pm CBS EVENING NEWS with KATIE COURIC
6:00pm The State of the Union Address (LIVE!)
7:30pm Local Programming
8:00pm NCIS (R)
9:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
9:30pm TBD CBS comedy (R, west coast only)
10:00pm Local Programming

Live to Dance moves to 9:00 tonight to make room for Obama.

http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2011/01/12/tonights-live-broadcast-of-live-to-dance-moved-to-900-pm-et-638311/20110112cbs04/

Monday, Effective Feb. 21
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM MAD LOVE (Series Debut)
9:00-9:30 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0

Thursday, Effective Feb. 24
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY
8:30-9:00 PM RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (ntp)
9:00-10:00 PM CSI
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST

MAD LOVE stars Jason Biggs, Sarah Chalke, Tyler Labine and Judy Greer. Matt Tarses and Jamie Tarses are executive producers for Sony Pictures Television in association with CBS Television Studios.


Mad Love now starts on Monday, Feb. 14 at 8:30pm. Rules of Engagement will have its last Monday airing on Feb. 7 now and it will still move to Thursdays starting Feb. 24.

Makes sense to premiere Mad Love on Valentine's Day. I wonder why they didn't plan that originally...

Monday, April 4, 2011

Eastern/Central:
8:00pm/7:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
8:30pm/7:30pm TWO AND A HALF MEN (R, special time)
9:00pm/8:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)

Mountain:
7:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)
approx. 9:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
approx. 10:00pm Local Programming
approx. 10:35pm Late Show with David Letterman
approx. 11:37pm Late Late Show witi Craig Ferguson
approx. 12:37am TWO AND A HALF MEN (R, special time)

Pacific:
6:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)
approx. 8:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
approx. 9:00pm TWO AND A HALF MEN (R)
9:30pm-11:35pm Local Programming

"Two and a Half Men" Goes on Production Hiatus


Statement from CBS Entertainment, Warner Bros.Television and Executive Producer Chuck Lorre

Due to Charlie Sheen's decision to enter a rehabilitation center, CBS, Warner Bros. Television and executive producer Chuck Lorre are placing "Two and a Half Men" on production hiatus. We are profoundly concerned for his health and well-being, and support his decision.

^A few pages back I predicted the extra 2 episodes would have that fate. :(

I was hoping for 2 Blue Bloods in one week but the 2/11 episode is a repeat, so first episode in old timeslot is 2/18. Even after being moved to Wednesday it's still the lowest non-Friday show in the 18-49 so a 2nd season is not a sure bet...

^A few pages back I predicted the extra 2 episodes would have that fate. :(

I was hoping for 2 Blue Bloods in one week but the 2/11 episode is a repeat, so first episode in old timeslot is 2/18. Even after being moved to Wednesday it's still the lowest non-Friday show in the 18-49 so a 2nd season is not a sure bet...

Oh I think a second season is almost a sure-bet, it just needs to stay on Friday because it's incredibly old-skewing. It was getting the best Friday numbers CBS has seen in awhile.

CBS Orders More 'Mike & Molly,' 'Rules' to Replace 'Two and a Half Men'

These extra shows will fill in a schedule with sudden holes caused by the absence of Charlie Sheen, who is seeking treatment.
CBS has ordered two additional episodes of Monday sitcoms Mike and Molly and Rules of Engagement to help cope with scheduling issues arising from the absence of Charlie Sheen from the hit show Two and a Half Men, according to sources.

These extra shows will fill in a schedule with sudden holes caused by the absence of Sheen, who reportedly is attempting a rehabilitation program at home with a trained expert in addiction. (Sheen's spokesperson Stan Rosenfield tells THR: "In compliance with the national health privacy laws (HIPPA), no further information relating to Charlie Sheen's health or his rehab experience will be released without his written permission. I can say that all of us who know Charlie care about him very much. We will support him in any we can in this journey, beginning by respecting his privacy.)

TMZ has reported that Sheen, who was admitted to a Los Angeles hospital last week complaining of abdominal pains, will be unable to work for three months. A CBS source says that the network has not been informed that Sheen will be out for the season, but his absence would leave CBS short of eight episodes of the planned 24-episode season (there has been no serious talk of shooting the series around his absence).

Related story: 'Two and a Half Men' shutdown could cost CBS, Warner Bros. millions

Warner Bros. Television, which makes Men and Mike (both from WBTV-based executive producer Chuck Lorre), would not comment on the additional episode order. TMZ claimed WBTV and CBS played a role in selecting the addiction specialist treating Sheen, but Warners would not comment on what role it played (if any) in locating the expert. Neither CBS nor Sony Pictures Television, which makes Rules, immediately responded to requests for comment.

CBS has said in a statement that a shutdown of Men "is not material" to the network. "Any ratings declines will be more than offset by the reduced programming costs for episodes lost this season," the network said.

Describing its schedule as "strong and deep with hit series," CBS said it is not reliant on one show. "In addition, Two and a Half Men has always performed well in repeats," the network said.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/cbs-orders-mike-molly-rules-94735

Schedule updates:

Friday, February 4, 2011
10:00pm CSI: NY (now all-new instead of a repeat, special time)

Sunday, April 24, 2011
9:00-11:00pm HALLMARK HALL OF FAME PRESENTATION: BEYOND THE BLACKBOARD (all-new)
Inspired by a true story, this movie is about a 24-year-old first-time teacher (Emily VanCamp) who overcomes her initial fears and prejudices and makes a difference in the lives of the homeless children she teaches in a shelter's makeshift classroom.
[Undercover Boss and CSI: Miami are preempted.]

Sunday, May 8, 2011
8:00-10:00pm THE AMAZING RACE 18 (Finale)
[Undercover Boss is preempted.]

Sunday, May 15, 2011
8:00-10:00pm SURVIVOR: REDEMPTION ISLAND (Finale)
10:00pm SURVIVOR: REDEMPTION ISLAND REUNION
[Undercover Boss and CSI: Miami are preempted from 9-11.]

Sunday, May 22, 2011
8:00p TBD
9:00-11:00pm GIRLS NIGHT OUT: SUPERSTAR WOMEN OF COUNTRY (all-new special)

No idea if the Undercover Boss finale is May 1 at 9 or perhaps that May 22 at 8pm airing. CSI: Miami could have its finale on May 8 at 10.

Oh I think a second season is almost a sure-bet, it just needs to stay on Friday because it's incredibly old-skewing. It was getting the best Friday numbers CBS has seen in awhile.

Latest episode fell to 1.6 in the demo, hope that's just due to L&O: SVU and BB can rebound on Fridays...

Saturday, April 30, 2011
8:00pm FIGHT CAMP 360° - Pacquiao vs. Mosley (all-new special)
Produced by SHOWTIME® Sports this special will give fight fans access into the lives of boxing superstars Manny Pacquiao and "Sugar" Shane Mosley, following both fighters through their unique preparations leading up to the WBO welterweight championship clash.

TMZ saying Charlie Sheen cut down the episode order of 2.5 Men to 20 (16th one aired last night).

A while ago a Hawaii Five-0 producer confirmed the 24 episode count for his show (17th one aired last night). Any info whether Blue Bloods is 22 or 24?

Two and a Half Men is shut down for the rest of the season.

http://www.fancast.com/blogs/2011/tv-news/sheens-behavior-causes-cbs-to-suspend-two-and-a-half-men/?cmpid=FCST_tvnews

Two and a Half Men is shut down for the rest of the season.

http://www.fancast.com/blogs/2011/tv-news/sheens-behavior-causes-cbs-to-suspend-two-and-a-half-men/?cmpid=FCST_tvnews

CBS absolutely made the right move here and good for them for having the guts to do it. The only downside is this screws over the rest of the crew, but it needed to be done. Charlie Sheen is completely out of control. I'm not a fan of the show, but I'd love to see them successfully replace him after how arrogant he's been. He says he'll "go make movies with big stars" but what big name talent will take a chance on him after this debacle?

Personally, I'd bring the show back next year for 13, and let them wrap things up... not for Charlie Sheen, but for the actors who have devoted 8+ years creating something that millions love and for the crew as well who have put up with Sheen's garbage long enough. The cast deserves it. The crew deserves it. THE FANS DESERVE IT.

Forgot to post this yesterday from CBS:

Friday, April 22, 2011
9:00-11:00pm GIRLS NIGHT OUT: SUPERSTAR WOMEN OF COUNTRY (all-new)
[Previously was going to air on Sunday, May 22. CSI NY and Blue Bloods are preempted on this night.]

Sunday, May 22, 2011
9:00-11:00pm CBS Special Movie: JESSE STONE: INNOCENTS LOST (all-new)
A newly re-instated chief Jesse Stone (Tom Selleck) investigates a series of murders, all the while still dealing with family and drinking issues in this next installment in the JESSE STONE series.

CBS absolutely made the right move here and good for them for having the guts to do it. The only downside is this screws over the rest of the crew, but it needed to be done. Charlie Sheen is completely out of control. I'm not a fan of the show, but I'd love to see them successfully replace him after how arrogant he's been. He says he'll "go make movies with big stars" but what big name talent will take a chance on him after this debacle?I agree. I actually hope they don't try to replace him and just end the show. It's bad for the rest of the people involved with the show, but I don't think a replacement would work. Isn't the kid almost grown?

Charlie is an arrogant freak. He needs to get off of TV for good, IMO.

CBS/Warner Bros. has fired Charlie Sheen. Here is the official (and very short) statement:

"Two and a Half Men" - Statement from Warner Bros. Television

After careful consideration, Warner Bros. Television has terminated Charlie Sheen's services on "Two and a Half Men," effective immediately.

1 word:

FINALLY.

Thumbs up to WB and CBS.

Monday, April 4, 2011

Eastern/Central:
8:00pm/7:00pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
8:30pm/7:30pm TWO AND A HALF MEN (R, special time)
9:00pm/8:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)

Mountain:
7:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)
approx. 9:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
approx. 10:00pm Local Programming
approx. 10:35pm Late Show with David Letterman
approx. 11:37pm Late Late Show witi Craig Ferguson
approx. 12:37am TWO AND A HALF MEN (R, special time)

Pacific:
6:00pm NCAA Basketball Men's Championship Game (LIVE!)
approx. 8:30pm THE BIG BANG THEORY (R, special night/time)
approx. 9:00pm TWO AND A HALF MEN (R)
9:30pm-11:35pm Local Programming


Rules of Engagement (R) is now airing instead of Two and a Half Men on this night.

Friday, April 29, 2011
8:00-9:00pm THE ROYAL WEDDING: A NEW GENERATION (special)
[Chaos will be preempted.]

CBS will flip times for repeat Men and new Molly on April 11.

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news/2011/03/31/cbs-to-flip-mike-and-molly-two-and-a-half-men-on-monday-april-11-947312/9202/#ixzz1IDS2Uw9e

Monday, April 25, 2011
9:00pm The Big Bang Theory (R, special night/time)

After just 3 airings, CBS is pulling Chaos effective this week.

Friday, April 22, 2011
8:00pm CSI: NY (R)

Fridays, Effective Friday, May 6, 2011
8:00pm Flashpoint (all-new)

Also, tomorrow's Good Wife repeat has been pulled:
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
10:00pm NCIS: LA (R)

After just 3 airings, CBS is pulling Chaos effective this week.

Friday, April 22, 2011
8:00pm CSI: NY (R)

Fridays, Effective Friday, May 6, 2011
8:00pm Flashpoint (all-new)

Also, tomorrow's Good Wife repeat has been pulled:
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
10:00pm NCIS: LA (R)Thank God. Chaos...was just that. One of the poorer shows of this season.

Next week's Good Wife repeat has been pulled again, plus some repeats airing in sweeps:

Tuesday, April 26, 2011
10:00pm The Mentalist (R, special night)

Wednesday, May 18, 2011
8:00pm Criminal Minds (R)
[Survivor ends in the time period on May 11. Programming starting May 25 will be announced at a later date.]

Friday, May 20, 2011
10:00pm 48 Hours Mystery (all-new, special night)
[Blue Bloods has its season finale on May 13.]

Sunday, May 22, 2011
8:00pm 60 Minutes: A Special Edition (wt, special time)

Monday, May 23, 2011
8:30pm How I Met Your Mother (R, special time)
[The season finale of Mad Love airs on May 16. Mother will also air at its 8pm slot as a repeat.]

Tuesday, May 24, 2011
10:00pm NCIS (R, special time)
[The season finale of The Good Wife airs on May 17.]

Next week's Good Wife repeat has been pulled again, plus some repeats airing in sweeps:

Tuesday, April 26, 2011
10:00pm The Mentalist (R, special night)

Wednesday, May 18, 2011
8:00pm Criminal Minds (R)
[Survivor ends in the time period on May 11. Programming starting May 25 will be announced at a later date.]

Friday, May 20, 2011
10:00pm 48 Hours Mystery (all-new, special night)
[Blue Bloods has its season finale on May 13.]

Sunday, May 22, 2011
8:00pm 60 Minutes: A Special Edition (wt, special time)

Monday, May 23, 2011
8:30pm How I Met Your Mother (R, special time)
[The season finale of Mad Love airs on May 16. Mother will also air at its 8pm slot as a repeat.]

Tuesday, May 24, 2011
10:00pm NCIS (R, special time)
[The season finale of The Good Wife airs on May 17.]

sounds like some kind of special for mon 9-11 and Tue 8-10

Two and a Half Men repeat ("That Darn Priest) is listed for 9pm and I assume 9:30-11 are repeats (of Mike & Molly/Five-0), too. Only chance of a special is Tuesday 8-10 (I bet they stick with NCIS repeats as NCIS is a repeat at 10) or Wednesday 8-10. CBS has had horrible episodic scheduling on Mondays this season.

Monday, May 23, 2011
10:00pm CLASH OF THE COMMERCIALS: USA vs THE WORLD (all-new special)

This all new special will pit 10 of the best U.S.A commercials ever against 10 of the best International commercials ever. Viewers can vote for their favorite on cbs.com.

Now I want CBS to air a 60th anniversary special on I Love Lucy from 8-10 on the 23rd. That would serve a few purposes: ILL is an iconic show that deserves to be recognized for such a milestone and it would hopefully kill the Bachelorette premiere (I so want that franchise to die), giving a lot stronger lead-in to Commercials than repeats.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011
8:00lm & 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory (R, special times)
[Leads into a repeat of Criminal Minds at 9pm]

The canceled Chaos returns to burn-off its 10 remaining episodes:

Saturdays, Effective Saturday, May 28, 2011
8:00pm CHAOS (all-new until further notice)

Saturday, May 28, 2011
9:00pm CHAOS (all-new, special time)

Summer updates:

Sunday, June 5, 2011
8:00pm CSI: Miami (R, special time)

Sunday, June 26, 2011
8:00pm Hawaii Five-0 (R, special night/time)
[THE 65TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS will air on Sunday, June 12 and THE 38TH ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS will air on Sunday June 19, while BIG BROTHER 13 will air on Sundays in the time period effective July 10. Programming for the hour on Sunday, July 3, is TBD.]

Wednesday, June 1, 2011
8:00pm MIKE & MOLLY (R, special night/time)
8:30pm RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (R, special night)

Wednesdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 2011
10:00pm Blue Bloods (R, special night)

Mondays, June 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2011
8:30pm HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (R)
[Back-to-back encores of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER will air on these dates, preempting MAD LOVE.]

Wednesdays, June 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2011
8:00pm Undercover Boss (R)

Sunday, June 19, 2011
10:00pm The Good Wife (R)
[Airs immediately after the Daytime Emmys. CSI: Miami is preempted.]

Wednesdays, Effective Wednesday, June 29, 2011
10:00pm CSI (R)

Wednesday, June 22, 2011
8:00pm ET/7:00pm CT/6:00pm MT/5:00pm PT Presidential Address (LIVE)
President Obama is expected to lay out his plan for implementing his strategy to draw down American troops from Afghanistan. His remarks are expected to run approximately 10-15 minutes.

Eastern and Central timezones will join Undercover Boss (R) in progress at around 8:10pm-8:15pm ET.

Mondays, August 8 – September 12, 2011
8:30pm How I Met Your Mother (R, special time)

Sunday, August 21, 28 and September 4, 2011
10:00pm The Good Wife (R, special time)

Friday, September 2, 9 & 16, 2011
8:00pm 48 Hours Mystery (all-new, special night)
[The season finale of Flashpoint will air on 8/19/11. 8/26 has a NFL preseason game.]

Saturday, September 3, 2011
8:00pm 48 Hours Mystery (R, special time)
9:00-11:30pm CBS Special Movie: The Bourne Ultimatum (R)

Sunday, September 4, 2011
9:00pm Mike & Molly (R, special night/time)
9:30pm The Good Wife: A New Beginning (all-new clip show)
[Leads into an encore of The Good Wife at 10pm. Same Name has its season finale on Aug. 28]

Thursday, September 1 & 15, 2011
8:30pm The Big Bang Theory (R, special time)

Thursday, September 8, 2011
8:30pm CBS Fall 2011 Preview (all-new special)

Saturday, September 10, 2011
8:00-10:00pm U.S. Open Tennis

Sunday, September 11, 2011
9:00pm TBD
[Likely Big Brother 2-hour finale from 8-10pm]

Thursday, September 15, 2011
9:00-11:00pm The Mentalist (R)

Saturday, September 17, 2011
8:00pm Rules of Engagement (R)
8:30pm Rules of Engagement (R)

Sunday, September 18, 2011
8:00pm The Good Wife (R, special time)
9:00pm The Good Wife (R)

CBS News will air President Obama's Address to the Nation/Republican Response tonight at approx. 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT live.

Eastern Time/Central Time
8:00PM ET/7:00PM CT How I Met Your Mother (R)
8:30PM ET/7:30PM CT Mike & Molly (R)
9:00PM ET/8:00PM CT President Obama's Address to the Nation/Republican Response
approx. 9:20PM ET/8:20PM CT Two and a Half Men (R)
approx. 9:50PM ET/8:50PM CT Mike & Molly (R)
approx. 10:20PM ET/9:20PM CT Hawaii Five-0 (R, thru 11:20PM ET/10:20PM CT)

Mountain Time
7:00PM President Obama's Address to the Nation/Republican Response
approx. 7:20PM How I Met Your Mother (R)
approx. 7:50PM Mike & Molly (R)
approx. 8:20PM Two and a Half Men (R)
approx. 8:50PM Mike & Molly (R)
approx. 9:20PM Hawaii Five-0 (R, thru 10:20PM)

Pacific Time
CBS Evening News will be interrupted. Primetime will air as scheduled.