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MA · 09-10-2018, 03:55 PM

I was all excited for nothing, then it turned out to be The Office.

stevea · 09-10-2018, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadlyToolTime

What I think a lot of people here don't (and will never seem to realize) is that not everyone has the access/resources to streaming or DVD, so if they have Cozi and they've always wanted to see The Office, it's great for them.

I'm not gonna continue this rant because I don't want a flame war to start, but I'm gonna leave my two cents at that.

You have a good point, there. And they obviously do research before picking up a show.

Plater of Everything · 09-10-2018, 04:24 PM

The Office? I thought Cozi was a retro network

DeadlyToolTime · 09-10-2018, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by stevea

You have a good point, there. And they obviously do research before picking up a show.

That plus they're pretty much doing what they did with Will & Grace. They're airing older episodes in order to generate hype for the revival and also gain new fans. If it worked for W&G, there's no harm in trying with another popular show.

Impressions · 09-10-2018, 07:24 PM

The Office? Well, that was anti-climactic

Bonniegirl · 09-10-2018, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Impressions

The Office? Well, that was anti-climactic

I know right?

And I wish we can now put this stupid thread to rest!!

1960'sTVfan · 09-10-2018, 08:17 PM

LOL, all this hoopla and it turns out to be The Office.

They should have done something unique and added something cool/retro like Chico And The Man.

I'm not really surprised though since this is COZI TV. Antenna TV, MeTV, and to some extent GetTV seem to be the main retro channels that have the older/classic shows on the schedule.

stevea · 09-10-2018, 08:52 PM

Here are the ratings by season, ranking figure, from Wikipedia:
Rank 18-49 Rank
1. 102 82
2. 67 N/A
3. 68 28
4. 77
5. 52
6. 41 11
7. 53 11
8. 78 29
9. 88 41

Even in 18-49, it only did well in its 6th and 7th seasons.

Wikipedia also talks about the show's success. With ratings like that, I'm not sure of the definition of success anymore.

Svenfan1234 · 09-10-2018, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by retroTVfan4ever

LOL, all this hoopla and it turns out to be The Office.

They should have done something unique and added something cool/retro like Chico And The Man.

I'm not really surprised though since this is COZI TV. Antenna TV, MeTV, and to some extent GetTV seem to be the main retro channels that have the older/classic shows on the schedule.

I'd like to see Chico and the Man on one of the retro networks.

treky · 09-11-2018, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Svenfan1234

I'd like to see Chico and the Man on one of the retro networks.

so would I

1960'sTVfan · 09-12-2018, 02:08 PM

I wonder if there is something that's preventing Chico And The Man from being seen. No full seasons have been issued on DVD, and honestly I don't remember when the series last aired in syndication, seems like it's been a long time. Maybe it has something to do with the Freddie Prinze tragedy, I don't know. I think Chico And The Man would be a good fit for Antenna TV if they would acquire the series and run the episodes.

stevea · 09-12-2018, 03:25 PM

There are a few things that might work against it:

1. There are only 88 episodes, not desirable for syndication.
2. It doesn't have a good syndication history, probably due to shortage of episodes.
3. There are a lot of derogatory slurs, which might not go over well in today's world. (although it still works with Sanford and AITF).
4. The ratings slipped after the first season, and really tailed off in the last two. It's surprising a fourth season was even done, after Prinze committed suicide.

Bonniegirl · 09-12-2018, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by stevea

There are a few things that might work against it:

1. There are only 88 episodes, not desirable for syndication.
2. It doesn't have a good syndication history, probably due to shortage of episodes.
3. There are a lot of derogatory slurs, which might not go over well in today's world. (although it still works with Sanford and AITF).
4. The ratings slipped after the first season, and really tailed off in the last two. It's surprising a fourth season was even done, after Prinze committed suicide.

Chico did play on TV Land a while ago when TV Land was cool and retro!

So it was many years ago!!

bgva · 09-13-2018, 07:09 PM

Honestly, that's a pretty good pickup for an antenna-based channel. I get why it's a bummer, but it makes sense if they air it alongside Will and Grace. There's still a lot of people who enjoy The Office, in spite of it airing on cable networks, syndication, or Netflix.

I also understand why the posters here feel let down after being in suspense, but this network is going after a mainstream audience, and this may help them.

Mr. Television · 09-13-2018, 07:20 PM

Cozi has JTS.

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1960'sTVfan Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 30, 2009 Posts: 6,134	LOL, all this hoopla and it turns out to be The Office. They should have done something unique and added something cool/retro like Chico And The Man. I'm not really surprised though since this is COZI TV. Antenna TV, MeTV, and to some extent GetTV seem to be the main retro channels that have the older/classic shows on the schedule.

09-10-2018, 08:52 PM	#83
stevea 22 Years On Sitcoms Moderator Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 13, 2003 Location: Indy Posts: 44,944	Here are the ratings by season, ranking figure, from Wikipedia: Rank 18-49 Rank 1. 102 82 2. 67 N/A 3. 68 28 4. 77 5. 52 6. 41 11 7. 53 11 8. 78 29 9. 88 41 Even in 18-49, it only did well in its 6th and 7th seasons. Wikipedia also talks about the show's success. With ratings like that, I'm not sure of the definition of success anymore.

09-12-2018, 02:08 PM	#86
1960'sTVfan Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 30, 2009 Posts: 6,134	I wonder if there is something that's preventing Chico And The Man from being seen. No full seasons have been issued on DVD, and honestly I don't remember when the series last aired in syndication, seems like it's been a long time. Maybe it has something to do with the Freddie Prinze tragedy, I don't know. I think Chico And The Man would be a good fit for Antenna TV if they would acquire the series and run the episodes.

09-12-2018, 03:25 PM	#87
stevea 22 Years On Sitcoms Moderator Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 13, 2003 Location: Indy Posts: 44,944	There are a few things that might work against it: 1. There are only 88 episodes, not desirable for syndication. 2. It doesn't have a good syndication history, probably due to shortage of episodes. 3. There are a lot of derogatory slurs, which might not go over well in today's world. (although it still works with Sanford and AITF). 4. The ratings slipped after the first season, and really tailed off in the last two. It's surprising a fourth season was even done, after Prinze committed suicide.

09-13-2018, 07:09 PM	#89
bgva Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 10, 2015 Location: VA Posts: 413	Honestly, that's a pretty good pickup for an antenna-based channel. I get why it's a bummer, but it makes sense if they air it alongside Will and Grace. There's still a lot of people who enjoy The Office, in spite of it airing on cable networks, syndication, or Netflix. I also understand why the posters here feel let down after being in suspense, but this network is going after a mainstream audience, and this may help them.