Veronica Mars May NOT be canceled After All - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 03-18-2007, 04:04 PM

The CW rep for Veronica Mars tells me: "The show has not been canceled. A decision will be made at the Upfront on May 17."

Sources tell me that the show is most likely to come back in its new FBI format (described below) or not return at all.

1. Creator Rob Thomas is shooting a five- to six-minute featurette of a new version of Veronica Mars, which is one of three options the CW is considering for next season (cancellation, renewal or new format).

2. This new Veronica version takes place four years in the future, and features Veronica as a full-fledged FBI agent. (This morning's Hollywood Reporter incorrectly reports that in the new featurette, Veronica is still in the FBI Academy.)

3. Kristen Bell is the only castmember who is part of this "FBI years" trailer/featurette. It is not yet known which other castmembers would come on board if the CW chooses this option. Veronica's current cast and crew were informed of the featurette yesterday (hence, the widespread panic and cancellation rumors running rampant—and my panic attack).

I just heard from Veronica mastermind and showrunner Rob Thomas, who told me, "If we're canceled, I certainly don't know about it."

According to CW insiders, the network has not officially canceled Veronica Mars. However, here's the catch: It is currently considering a different format for the fourth season. From what I hear, that format would leap four years into the future and focus on Veronica as an FBI agent. Aside from returning star Kristen Bell (duh), the rest of the cast is yet to be determined, but it isn't likely that many of her current costars would be on hand.

So, bottom line: Veronica Mars could be: (1) spinning off into a new format, (2) returning in her college years or (3) getting axed.

http://www.eonline.com/gossip/kristi...1-798de6671716

felicitylen · 03-18-2007, 07:28 PM

I think they should have let Veronica continue to solve the mysteries during her four years of college or have her to graduate early. After graduation, she could be offered a full-time FBI job. I think that would have made more sense then to cancel the show or do a whole 360 and change the format of the show without easing into the new idea.

TJL · 03-18-2007, 07:33 PM

I really don't see how ejecting the entire supporting cast, keeping Kristen Bell and changing the setting will somehow attract more viewers.

felicitylen · 03-18-2007, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by TJL

I really don't see how ejecting the entire supporting cast, keeping Kristen Bell and changing the setting will somehow attract more viewers.

I don't know. I think too many changes is what kills shows.

Superstar · 03-19-2007, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by TJL

I really don't see how ejecting the entire supporting cast, keeping Kristen Bell and changing the setting will somehow attract more viewers.

ditto. I'm just glad that the show isn't canceled yet.

PrettyinPink55 · 03-19-2007, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by TJL

I really don't see how ejecting the entire supporting cast, keeping Kristen Bell and changing the setting will somehow attract more viewers.

Exactly! Are they trying to make it like every other crime show out there?
Plus, some of the members of the supporting cast are my favorite characters!!!

TJL · 03-19-2007, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by PrettyinPink55

Exactly! Are they trying to make it like every other crime show out there?

Exactly. Sounds like they want to make a "Young CSI" show.

This is more of a spinoff series than a forth season of Veronica Mars.

dababydoll · 03-22-2007, 10:11 AM

Dont Cancel It... And Dont Change It!!!

Chain Gang Member · 03-22-2007, 12:26 PM

If Veronica becomes a FBI Agent,what would happen to the rest of the cast?

Buffyboy323 · 03-22-2007, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Chain Gang Member

If Veronica becomes a FBI Agent,what would happen to the rest of the cast?

Most, if not all of them will be dropped and replaced. Her friends will be done with College, so they will probably all move on with their lives....out of Neptune.

PrettyinPink55 · 03-22-2007, 10:23 PM

Yeah, and new characters which probably won't even measure up to the old ones will probably be introduced.

Chain Gang Member · 03-27-2007, 12:58 PM

If Veronica Mars goes to another season especially without any of the other characters,it'll be cancelled as fast as OC did

03-18-2007, 04:04 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Veronica Mars May NOT be canceled After All The CW rep for Veronica Mars tells me: "The show has not been canceled. A decision will be made at the Upfront on May 17." Sources tell me that the show is most likely to come back in its new FBI format (described below) or not return at all. 1. Creator Rob Thomas is shooting a five- to six-minute featurette of a new version of Veronica Mars, which is one of three options the CW is considering for next season (cancellation, renewal or new format). 2. This new Veronica version takes place four years in the future, and features Veronica as a full-fledged FBI agent. (This morning's Hollywood Reporter incorrectly reports that in the new featurette, Veronica is still in the FBI Academy.) 3. Kristen Bell is the only castmember who is part of this "FBI years" trailer/featurette. It is not yet known which other castmembers would come on board if the CW chooses this option. Veronica's current cast and crew were informed of the featurette yesterday (hence, the widespread panic and cancellation rumors running rampant—and my panic attack). I just heard from Veronica mastermind and showrunner Rob Thomas, who told me, "If we're canceled, I certainly don't know about it." According to CW insiders, the network has not officially canceled Veronica Mars. However, here's the catch: It is currently considering a different format for the fourth season. From what I hear, that format would leap four years into the future and focus on Veronica as an FBI agent. Aside from returning star Kristen Bell (duh), the rest of the cast is yet to be determined, but it isn't likely that many of her current costars would be on hand. So, bottom line: Veronica Mars could be: (1) spinning off into a new format, (2) returning in her college years or (3) getting axed. http://www.eonline.com/gossip/kristi...1-798de6671716
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03-18-2007, 07:28 PM	#2
felicitylen Keep Austin WEIRD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 17, 2003 Location: Hook 'em Horns Posts: 1,606	I think they should have let Veronica continue to solve the mysteries during her four years of college or have her to graduate early. After graduation, she could be offered a full-time FBI job. I think that would have made more sense then to cancel the show or do a whole 360 and change the format of the show without easing into the new idea.

03-22-2007, 10:11 AM	#8
dababydoll DaBabyDoll Forum Hawk Join Date: Mar 22, 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 3	Dont Cancel It... And Dont Change It!!!

03-22-2007, 10:23 PM	#11
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	Yeah, and new characters which probably won't even measure up to the old ones will probably be introduced.

03-27-2007, 12:58 PM	#12
Chain Gang Member 1st Female Triple Crown Champ Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Watching Three's Company & Wrestling Posts: 8,926	If Veronica Mars goes to another season especially without any of the other characters,it'll be cancelled as fast as OC did