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JamesG · 02-12-2014, 12:29 AM

How Will It End? USA’s "White Collar" Faces Uncertain Future as Renewal Talks Stall
by NELLIE ANDREEVA
February 11, 2014

By this time, USA Network series "White Collar" would normally be deeply in preproduction, getting ready to start filming in March. But not this year. It’s already mid-February, and there is still no decision on the future of the buddy crime drama whose most recent fifth season ended two weeks ago.

I hear there has been some communication between USA and "White Collar" producer Fox TV Studios but no meaningful dialogue so far. Given the way Season 5 ended — with a cliffhanger involving the abduction of Neal Caffrey (Matt Bomer) — it is safe to assume that there will be some sort of continuation, likely a conclusion for the series. The question is what that sixth and final installment will be.

I hear the network has been mulling a short miniseries to wrap the story in the vein of Showtime’s "The Big C", while the studio would prefer a traditional final season. "While Collar‘s" status as one of USA’s signature series would weigh in favor of the second option.

All of USA’s other established series – "Monk", "Burn Notice" (also produced by FtvS), "Psych" and "In Plain Sight" — have received a proper send-off with a final season.

Moved to fall for the first time since its first season, "White Collar" got dinged up against in-season competition but rebounded in January when the conclusion of Season 5 averaged 2.8 million viewers in Live+Same Day, up 22% from fall, and 955,000 adults 18-49, up 32%.

With ratings still solid, the focus turns to the show’s economics and creative vitality. At this point in the run of a series, a network is responsible for the full production cost. With a well-known cast and extensive location shoots in New York, "White Collar" is an expensive show.

What’s more, it is not owned by USA. USA parent NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment has made owning content a priority with the appointments of Jeff Wachtel and Dawn Olmstead to spearhead in-house production efforts. The network has a lot of projects in the pipeline with a slew of pilot orders, and has been going through a portfolio changeover, replacing its older shows with new ones.

From a business perspective, continuing "White Collar" at the current price tag may not make a lot of sense for USA. But from a legacy standpoint, the show, which boasts one of the network’s most recognizable stars in Bomer and is one of few USA shows to receive critical praise, deserves a proper conclusion.

I hear FtvS is willing to shoulder the cost of a final season and is open to a lower license fee, while USA brass are intent on bringing the show back in some form.

The two should be able to find middle ground as they have a lot of business together, with FtvS emerging as one of USA’s top suppliers having produced "Burn Notice", "White Collar", "Graceland", new comedy series "Sirens" as well as "Complications", the pilot from "Burn Notice" creator Matt Nix.

Creatively, fans have been griping that it’s been getting harder and harder to justify keeping leads Neal (Bomer) and Peter Burke (Tim DeKay) partnered together as their lives evolve, but the show is coming off a solid season creatively, and there is an idea for a satisfying final chapter.

But making that a reality is becoming harder logistically as time goes by: Because of the delay in USA’s renewal decision, I hear "White Collar" lost its writing staff who have moved on to other projects. Additionally, the series no longer has access to New York-based crew members who have been booked for pilots, so production on another installment can start in April at the earliest when broadcast pilots wrap.

The uncertainty has been frustrating for the cast who are under options until end of April but would like to know what the future holds sooner to make plans.

Busy Bomer is juggling multiple commitments, while the up-in-the-air status prevents cast members from being available for pilot season.

http://www.deadline.com/2014/02/how-...l-talks-stall/

JamesG · 03-20-2014, 10:49 PM

"White Collar" To End with Six-Episode Season 6
by Andy Swift
3/20/14

After six seasons, USA Network is officially hanging "White Collar" out to dry.

The popular drama, starring Matt Bomer, will conclude with a six-episode sixth season, our sister site Deadline reports.

"White Collar‘s" Season 5 finale, which aired Jan. 30, found Bomer’s character kidnapped by unknown assailants. The shortened final season will serve to resolve that cliffhanger, as well as to tie up any other loose ends.

http://tvline.com/2014/03/20/white-c...al-season-usa/

yasdnil · 07-03-2014, 02:28 PM

I love Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay's partnership in this! I'm excited for the new season to start, but I'm sad that it's the last.

AB · 07-03-2014, 03:46 PM

Hate to hear that the show is ending, I've been a fan of Matt Bomer's since I first saw him in the short-lived series Traveler. Hope he finds another TV series to act in.

robyrob · 07-03-2014, 06:01 PM

you know, i am really beginning to hate USA - they are getting rid of all their good shows in favor of cheap rip-off replacement shows, and what shows they do have left are really starting to stink.

The only show they have left worth watching is Royal Pains - look for them to end it soon before cast salaries go up.

yasdnil · 07-04-2014, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robyrob

The only show they have left worth watching is Royal Pains - look for them to end it soon before cast salaries go up.

I will be

if Royal Pains goes too. Burn Notice, White Collar . . . I, too, am tired of them getting rid of all their good shows.

icecream · 07-27-2014, 06:40 PM

Anyone know when the final season airdates will be announced? I definitely don't want to miss it.

James28 · 09-12-2014, 10:18 PM

Premiere date announced for White Collar's 6th/final season: Thursday, November 6, 2014, paired with the remaining season 5 installments of Covert Affairs.

http://deadline.com/2014/09/white-co...ason-6-832516/

TMC · 04-03-2024, 08:53 PM

Why White Collar Ended After Season 6 (Was It Canceled?)

10 years ago, White Collar ended its six-season run on USA Network. Here's the reason why the Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay-led show wrapped up.

02-12-2014, 12:29 AM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,005	Update: USA Cancels "White Collar" - Orders Shortened 6th Season *How Will It End? USA’s "White Collar" Faces Uncertain Future as Renewal Talks Stall* by NELLIE ANDREEVA February 11, 2014 By this time, USA Network series "White Collar" would normally be deeply in preproduction, getting ready to start filming in March. But not this year. It’s already mid-February, and there is still no decision on the future of the buddy crime drama whose most recent fifth season ended two weeks ago. I hear there has been some communication between USA and "White Collar" producer Fox TV Studios but no meaningful dialogue so far. Given the way Season 5 ended — with a cliffhanger involving the abduction of Neal Caffrey (Matt Bomer) — it is safe to assume that there will be some sort of continuation, likely a conclusion for the series. The question is what that sixth and final installment will be. I hear the network has been mulling a short miniseries to wrap the story in the vein of Showtime’s "The Big C", while the studio would prefer a traditional final season. "While Collar‘s" status as one of USA’s signature series would weigh in favor of the second option. All of USA’s other established series – "Monk", "Burn Notice" (also produced by FtvS), "Psych" and "In Plain Sight" — have received a proper send-off with a final season. Moved to fall for the first time since its first season, "White Collar" got dinged up against in-season competition but rebounded in January when the conclusion of Season 5 averaged 2.8 million viewers in Live+Same Day, up 22% from fall, and 955,000 adults 18-49, up 32%. With ratings still solid, the focus turns to the show’s economics and creative vitality. At this point in the run of a series, a network is responsible for the full production cost. With a well-known cast and extensive location shoots in New York, "White Collar" is an expensive show. What’s more, it is not owned by USA. USA parent NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment has made owning content a priority with the appointments of Jeff Wachtel and Dawn Olmstead to spearhead in-house production efforts. The network has a lot of projects in the pipeline with a slew of pilot orders, and has been going through a portfolio changeover, replacing its older shows with new ones. From a business perspective, continuing "White Collar" at the current price tag may not make a lot of sense for USA. But from a legacy standpoint, the show, which boasts one of the network’s most recognizable stars in Bomer and is one of few USA shows to receive critical praise, deserves a proper conclusion. I hear FtvS is willing to shoulder the cost of a final season and is open to a lower license fee, while USA brass are intent on bringing the show back in some form. The two should be able to find middle ground as they have a lot of business together, with FtvS emerging as one of USA’s top suppliers having produced "Burn Notice", "White Collar", "Graceland", new comedy series "Sirens" as well as "Complications", the pilot from "Burn Notice" creator Matt Nix. Creatively, fans have been griping that it’s been getting harder and harder to justify keeping leads Neal (Bomer) and Peter Burke (Tim DeKay) partnered together as their lives evolve, but the show is coming off a solid season creatively, and there is an idea for a satisfying final chapter. But making that a reality is becoming harder logistically as time goes by: Because of the delay in USA’s renewal decision, I hear "White Collar" lost its writing staff who have moved on to other projects. Additionally, the series no longer has access to New York-based crew members who have been booked for pilots, so production on another installment can start in April at the earliest when broadcast pilots wrap. The uncertainty has been frustrating for the cast who are under options until end of April but would like to know what the future holds sooner to make plans. Busy Bomer is juggling multiple commitments, while the up-in-the-air status prevents cast members from being available for pilot season. http://www.deadline.com/2014/02/how-...l-talks-stall/
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07-03-2014, 06:01 PM	#5
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09-12-2014, 10:18 PM	#8
James28 Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 14, 2007 Posts: 3,973	Premiere date announced for White Collar's 6th/final season: Thursday, November 6, 2014, paired with the remaining season 5 installments of Covert Affairs. http://deadline.com/2014/09/white-co...ason-6-832516/
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03-20-2014, 10:49 PM	#2
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,005	*"White Collar" To End with Six-Episode Season 6* by Andy Swift 3/20/14 After six seasons, USA Network is officially hanging "White Collar" out to dry. The popular drama, starring Matt Bomer, will conclude with a six-episode sixth season, our sister site Deadline reports. "White Collar‘s" Season 5 finale, which aired Jan. 30, found Bomer’s character kidnapped by unknown assailants. The shortened final season will serve to resolve that cliffhanger, as well as to tie up any other loose ends. http://tvline.com/2014/03/20/white-c...al-season-usa/

07-03-2014, 02:28 PM	#3
yasdnil Tomorrow Never Knows Frequent Poster Join Date: Jul 03, 2014 Location: St. Louis Metro Area Posts: 211	I love Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay's partnership in this! I'm excited for the new season to start, but I'm sad that it's the last.

07-03-2014, 03:46 PM	#4
AB Member Eternal Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 26, 2006 Location: The South Posts: 59,429	Hate to hear that the show is ending, I've been a fan of Matt Bomer's since I first saw him in the short-lived series Traveler. Hope he finds another TV series to act in.

04-03-2024, 08:53 PM	#9
TMC Member Forum Idol Join Date: Jan 09, 2001 Posts: 124,925	Why White Collar Ended After Season 6 (Was It Canceled?) 10 years ago, White Collar ended its six-season run on USA Network. Here's the reason why the Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay-led show wrapped up.