CBS Mulls Axing Jericho After Protests - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Zoneboy · 06-05-2007, 10:52 PM

LOS ANGELES - Fans trumpeting the cause of CBS' canceled drama "Jericho" have caught the network's ear. CBS, deluged with calls, messages and shipments of nuts signifying viewer displeasure, is reconsidering its decision, a source close to the production said Tuesday.

The source spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to comment publicly. A decision on whether to bring the show back, probably for a midseason run, is imminent, the source said.

"We are tired of the networks (not just CBS) tossing aside quality programming," was the message carried by jericholives.com, one of several web sites protesting the cancellation. "Enough! We're going to fight for this one."

Clarke Ingram, a "Jericho" fan from Pittsburgh, Pa., and a spokesman for jericholives, said he was optimistic that CBS would find a way to revive the drama about a Kansas town isolated by a nuclear terrorist attack.

"People would paint this as teenagers in tinfoil hats" rallying behind the show, said Ingram, 50, an operations manager for two radio stations. "That's not what this is. These are educated professionals."

The show's daring premise, its writing and acting make the case for its survival, he said.

Several factors could work in the show's favor: It appeals to the young adult viewers sought by advertisers and was one of CBS' most popular shows streamed online, indicating an audience beyond that measured by traditional ratings.

CBS may also be considering the dent a long hiatus put in the show's viewership, the same scheduling misstep that hurt ABC's "Lost" and NBC's "Heroes."

The network apparently has been impressed by the display of viewer passion, which included the delivery of 50,000 pounds of peanuts to its New York offices. In the season finale, a character replies "Nuts!" to a demand that the beleaguered town of Jericho surrender.

That's the same response that a U.S. general in World War II made to a German demand for surrender at the Battle of the Bulge.

There's already been one positive outcome: CBS is donating the protest peanuts to charities, including one that sends care packages to troops overseas.

Janice · 06-06-2007, 11:21 AM

I hope it works. My husband loves the show. The ending gave fans no closure either. Sonny will be happy to hear this.

AB · 06-06-2007, 05:42 PM

I hope they bring it back.

Pavan · 06-06-2007, 06:37 PM

It will return mid-season for seven final episodes:

JERICHO PICKED UP FOR MIDSEASON -- A LETTER FROM NINA TASSLER TO "JERICHO" FANS

To the Fans of Jericho:

Wow!

Over the past few weeks you have put forth an impressive and probably unprecedented display of passion in support of a prime time television series. You got our attention; your emails and collective voice have been heard.

As a result, CBS has ordered seven episodes of "Jericho" for mid-season next year. In success, there is the potential for more. But, for there to be more "Jericho," we will need more viewers.

A loyal and passionate community has clearly formed around the show. But that community needs to grow. It needs to grow on the CBS Television Network, as well as on the many digital platforms where we make the show available.

We will count on you to rally around the show, to recruit new viewers with the same grass-roots energy, intensity and volume you have displayed in recent weeks.

At this time, I cannot tell you the specific date or time period that "Jericho" will return to our schedule. However, in the interim, we are working on several initiatives to help introduce the show to new audiences. This includes re-broadcasting "Jericho" on CBS this summer, streaming episodes and clips from these episodes across the CBS Audience Network (online), releasing the first season DVD on September 25 and continuing the story of Jericho in the digital world until the new episodes return. We will let you know specifics when we have them so you can pass them on.

On behalf of everyone at CBS, thank you for expressing your support of "Jericho" in such an extraordinary manner. Your protest was creative, sustained and very thoughtful and respectful in tone. You made a difference.

Sincerely,

Nina Tassler

President, CBS Entertainment

P.S. Please stop sending us nuts J

Mr. Television · 06-06-2007, 06:52 PM

OMG YES

AB · 06-06-2007, 07:37 PM

Thats Great!

Ireneparalegal · 06-06-2007, 07:38 PM

Too bad American Dreams (NBC) didn't get this treatment.

Janice · 06-06-2007, 09:02 PM

How wonderful! That was a nice letter. Maybe I'll get into the show now.

Irene, you were an American Dreams victim too, I see. My husband and I took that hard. We saw every episode. It was such a beautiful show, with that 60s setting and music. Terrific character development.

Ireneparalegal · 06-06-2007, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

How wonderful! That was a nice letter. Maybe I'll get into the show now.

Irene, you were an American Dreams victim too, I see. My husband and I took that hard. We saw every episode. It was such a beautiful show, with that 60s setting and music. Terrific character development.

It really was a great show. My boyfriend and I were really into it and I loved the music. I don't know how many times my boyfriend would say, "Do we have that song on the real one player?" If we didn't, there I would be searching for it to download.

My favorite scenes were the ones where the girls were at American Bandstand and the guest singer would appear.

It left me stunned when they just yanked it off without a proper goodbye. To me, if a show is going to be removed, at least end it well. Geez.

Scoobiedoo30 · 06-06-2007, 09:42 PM

this is great news

TVJunkie101 · 06-07-2007, 06:19 AM

Wow. Great news for Jericho fans!! Way to go guys! I'm very very impressed.

And sigh ... I loved American Dreams too. I NEVER missed an episode. I was pissed it was canceled.

comedyfreak · 06-07-2007, 08:47 AM

I'd laugh if the cast found other jobs, for an ultimate screw you CBS.

AB · 06-07-2007, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comedyfreak

I'd laugh if the cast found other jobs, for an ultimate screw you CBS.

That would be something, they renew the show and lose all the actors.

Mr. Television · 06-07-2007, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comedyfreak

I'd laugh if the cast found other jobs, for an ultimate screw you CBS.

They can't. All of them are still under contract which is why CBS had to act fast.

06-05-2007, 10:52 PM	#1
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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	It will return mid-season for seven final episodes: JERICHO PICKED UP FOR MIDSEASON -- A LETTER FROM NINA TASSLER TO "JERICHO" FANS To the Fans of Jericho: Wow! Over the past few weeks you have put forth an impressive and probably unprecedented display of passion in support of a prime time television series. You got our attention; your emails and collective voice have been heard. As a result, CBS has ordered seven episodes of "Jericho" for mid-season next year. In success, there is the potential for more. But, for there to be more "Jericho," we will need more viewers. A loyal and passionate community has clearly formed around the show. But that community needs to grow. It needs to grow on the CBS Television Network, as well as on the many digital platforms where we make the show available. We will count on you to rally around the show, to recruit new viewers with the same grass-roots energy, intensity and volume you have displayed in recent weeks. At this time, I cannot tell you the specific date or time period that "Jericho" will return to our schedule. However, in the interim, we are working on several initiatives to help introduce the show to new audiences. This includes re-broadcasting "Jericho" on CBS this summer, streaming episodes and clips from these episodes across the CBS Audience Network (online), releasing the first season DVD on September 25 and continuing the story of Jericho in the digital world until the new episodes return. We will let you know specifics when we have them so you can pass them on. On behalf of everyone at CBS, thank you for expressing your support of "Jericho" in such an extraordinary manner. Your protest was creative, sustained and very thoughtful and respectful in tone. You made a difference. Sincerely, Nina Tassler President, CBS Entertainment P.S. Please stop sending us nuts J
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Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,389	I hope it works. My husband loves the show. The ending gave fans no closure either. Sonny will be happy to hear this.

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Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,389	How wonderful! That was a nice letter. Maybe I'll get into the show now. Irene, you were an American Dreams victim too, I see. My husband and I took that hard. We saw every episode. It was such a beautiful show, with that 60s setting and music. Terrific character development.

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