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Pavan · 02-26-2003, 05:33 PM

IN AN UNPRECEDENTED MOVE THAT DEMONSTRATES A STRONG
SHOW OF CONFIDENCE IN ITS NEW SCRIPTED PROGRAMMING,
ABC ANNOUNCES EARLY 2003-2004 SEASON ORDERS FOR SEVEN SERIES:
“8 SIMPLE RULES FOR DATING MY TEENAGE DAUGHTER,” “ACCORDING TO JIM,” “ALIAS,” “GEORGE LOPEZ,” “LESS THAN PERFECT,” “LIFE WITH BONNIE” AND “MY WIFE AND KIDS”
Popular Series Join “NYPD Blue” in Early Pick-Ups
Network Also Re-ups “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and “The Bachelor” Franchise

In an unprecedented move that demonstrates a strong show of confidence in its new scripted programming, the ABC Television Network has picked up seven current series for the 2003-2004
season, including all four of its freshman comedies: “8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter,” “According to Jim,” “Alias,” “George Lopez,” “Less Than Perfect,” “Life with Bonnie” and “My Wife and Kids.” The announcement was made today by Lloyd Braun, chairman, ABC Entertainment Television
Group, and Susan Lyne, president, ABC Entertainment.
These successful series join previously-announced pick-up “NYPD Blue. ”
“These seven shows have demonstrated both creative growth and an ability to compete in their timeslots,” Ms. Lyne said in making the announcement. “Each one plays a key role in our current schedule, and they will be the building blocks for launching our new series next season.”

“Less than Perfect” is a competitive player and exhibits strong retention of its young adult leadin. “Less Than Perfect” holds second place in its time period among Women 25-54 (5.2/11). In addition, “Less Than Perfect” is retaining a strong 95% of its Adult 18-49 lead-in. “Less Than Perfect” has beaten its comedy competition in the time period, NBC’s “A.U.S.A,” for 2 consecutive weeks among Adults 18-49. On its most recent airing (2/18/03), “Less Than Perfect” gave ABC its largest advantage over NBC in the time period this season.
“Less Than Perfect” stars Sara Rue, Zachary Levi, Sherri Shepherd, Andrea Parker, Andy Dick and Eric Roberts. Terri Minsky, Nina Wass and Gene Stein serve as executive producers of the Touchstone Television production.
“Life with Bonnie” has performed exceptionally well in its half-hour opposite NBC’s established comedy, “Frasier.” “Life With Bonnie” ranks second in its time period this season among Women 25-54 (5.5/12), Teens 12-17 (2.9/10) and Kids 2-11 (1.6/7). Despite its competitive time slot, “Life with Bonnie” is improving the half-hour for ABC this season by 7% among Adults 18-34 and by 6% in Women 18-49.
“Life with Bonnie” stars Bonnie Hunt, Mark Derwin, Samantha Browne-Walters, Marianne Muellerleile, Charlie Stewart, Holly Wortell, Chris Barnes, Anthony Russell and David Alan Grier. The
Touchstone Television series is created and executive-produced by Bonnie Hunt and Don Lake.

David · 02-27-2003, 05:50 PM

Wow great, I thought this one along with Bonnie mightve got the axe....! Thank God it didnt!

SBTB Geek · 02-27-2003, 08:48 PM

YAY! one more season of TV's best current sitcom!

Adamantium · 02-27-2003, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SomersCompany3
Wow great, I thought this one along with Bonnie mightve got the axe....! Thank God it didnt!

I thought the same thing. I, too am glad it's coming back next season.

Adamantium · 02-27-2003, 09:59 PM

Happy 100 Posts "Less Than Perfect."

-*Leah*- · 03-31-2003, 11:08 PM

Thats FANTASTIC !!!

Will and Grace Fanatic · 05-11-2003, 01:29 PM

I'm glad ABC is going to renew it. All the episodes I seen were pretty funny. Plus it's the only good show ABC currently has.

02-26-2003, 05:33 PM	#1
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,814	Renewed for 2003-2004 Season IN AN UNPRECEDENTED MOVE THAT DEMONSTRATES A STRONG SHOW OF CONFIDENCE IN ITS NEW SCRIPTED PROGRAMMING, ABC ANNOUNCES EARLY 2003-2004 SEASON ORDERS FOR SEVEN SERIES: “8 SIMPLE RULES FOR DATING MY TEENAGE DAUGHTER,” “ACCORDING TO JIM,” “ALIAS,” “GEORGE LOPEZ,” “LESS THAN PERFECT,” “LIFE WITH BONNIE” AND “MY WIFE AND KIDS” Popular Series Join “NYPD Blue” in Early Pick-Ups Network Also Re-ups “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and “The Bachelor” Franchise In an unprecedented move that demonstrates a strong show of confidence in its new scripted programming, the ABC Television Network has picked up seven current series for the 2003-2004 season, including all four of its freshman comedies: “8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter,” “According to Jim,” “Alias,” “George Lopez,” “Less Than Perfect,” “Life with Bonnie” and “My Wife and Kids.” The announcement was made today by Lloyd Braun, chairman, ABC Entertainment Television Group, and Susan Lyne, president, ABC Entertainment. These successful series join previously-announced pick-up “NYPD Blue. ” “These seven shows have demonstrated both creative growth and an ability to compete in their timeslots,” Ms. Lyne said in making the announcement. “Each one plays a key role in our current schedule, and they will be the building blocks for launching our new series next season.” “Less than Perfect” is a competitive player and exhibits strong retention of its young adult leadin. “Less Than Perfect” holds second place in its time period among Women 25-54 (5.2/11). In addition, “Less Than Perfect” is retaining a strong 95% of its Adult 18-49 lead-in. “Less Than Perfect” has beaten its comedy competition in the time period, NBC’s “A.U.S.A,” for 2 consecutive weeks among Adults 18-49. On its most recent airing (2/18/03), “Less Than Perfect” gave ABC its largest advantage over NBC in the time period this season. “Less Than Perfect” stars Sara Rue, Zachary Levi, Sherri Shepherd, Andrea Parker, Andy Dick and Eric Roberts. Terri Minsky, Nina Wass and Gene Stein serve as executive producers of the Touchstone Television production. “Life with Bonnie” has performed exceptionally well in its half-hour opposite NBC’s established comedy, “Frasier.” “Life With Bonnie” ranks second in its time period this season among Women 25-54 (5.5/12), Teens 12-17 (2.9/10) and Kids 2-11 (1.6/7). Despite its competitive time slot, “Life with Bonnie” is improving the half-hour for ABC this season by 7% among Adults 18-34 and by 6% in Women 18-49. “Life with Bonnie” stars Bonnie Hunt, Mark Derwin, Samantha Browne-Walters, Marianne Muellerleile, Charlie Stewart, Holly Wortell, Chris Barnes, Anthony Russell and David Alan Grier. The Touchstone Television series is created and executive-produced by Bonnie Hunt and Don Lake.
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02-27-2003, 05:50 PM	#2
David mcphee. Forum Superstar Join Date: Jan 30, 2003 Location: jacksonville, FL. Posts: 28,115	Wow great, I thought this one along with Bonnie mightve got the axe....! Thank God it didnt!
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03-31-2003, 11:08 PM	#6
-Leah- Back for More Forum Fanatic Join Date: Jan 15, 2003 Posts: 10,563	Thats FANTASTIC !!!
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05-11-2003, 01:29 PM	#7
Will and Grace Fanatic be happy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 15, 2002 Location: seattle, washington Posts: 2,746	I'm glad ABC is going to renew it. All the episodes I seen were pretty funny. Plus it's the only good show ABC currently has.
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02-27-2003, 08:48 PM	#3
SBTB Geek Smooth Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 21, 2002 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,004	YAY! one more season of TV's best current sitcom!

02-27-2003, 09:59 PM	#5
Adamantium TVAdam No More Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 11, 2002 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 7,820	Happy 100 Posts "Less Than Perfect."