Will Smith to make 'Hitch' sitcom - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

waichingliu81 · 10-13-2007, 06:42 AM

Friday, October 12 2007, 16:18 BST (11:18 ET)

By Beth Hilton
Will Smith is developing a sitcom based on his hit 2005 movie Hitch.

The actor will be executive producer of the TV version of the comedy, in which he played a "professional" date doctor. However, he will not star in the programme himself.

The project is backed by Smith's production company Overbrook Entertainment and is expected to be pitched to US TV networks in the near future.

TJL · 10-13-2007, 07:16 AM

Great! Another show I probably won't watch!

waichingliu81 · 10-13-2007, 08:04 AM

i have my doubts about this. i think this might flop but it all depends on how well the pilot does. and anyway, sitcom versions of big screen films have never translated well on the small screen. remember the awful 'my big fat greek life'? based on the hit film 'my big fat greek wedding?' that was a huge flop

Mr. Television · 10-13-2007, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by waichingliu81

i have my doubts about this. i think this might flop but it all depends on how well the pilot does. and anyway, sitcom versions of big screen films have never translated well on the small screen. remember the awful 'my big fat greek life'? based on the hit film 'my big fat greek wedding?' that was a huge flop

You also got ,MASH and Alice, so you never know.

JulieSomoski · 10-13-2007, 10:44 AM

Well, it's made my Smith? All I can say is whether or not it's a flop, we can always see it on NAN-LOL

Mr. Television · 10-13-2007, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by roseanne88-97

Well, it's made my Smith? All I can say is whether or not it's a flop, we can always see it on NAN-LOL

That's very true.

JulieSomoski · 10-13-2007, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Walking Tall

That's very true.

If Will Smith was starring in it, it would be NAN's next biggest hit

Scoobiedoo30 · 10-13-2007, 01:25 PM

I am so glad that is making Hitch into a sitcom

coffield3 · 10-13-2007, 03:13 PM

OMG!! NNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOO!!

waichingliu81 · 10-13-2007, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by roseanne88-97

If Will Smith was starring in it, it would be NAN's next biggest hit

i'd be very surprised if he decides to star in the role, because he's already big in the movie world anyway. it will be interesting to see who the producers and makers cast as Hitch. i doubt very much though that will would go back to starring in a sitcom. besides, his other show all of us, is based on the real life antics of himself, jada and his kid- and yet he doesn't star in that show, one bit on the small screen

JulieSomoski · 10-13-2007, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by waichingliu81

i'd be very surprised if he decides to star in the role, because he's already big in the movie world anyway. it will be interesting to see who the producers and makers cast as Hitch. i doubt very much though that will would go back to starring in a sitcom. besides, his other show all of us, is based on the real life antics of himself, jada and his kid- and yet he doesn't star in that show, one bit on the small screen

It already said he's not starring in it. I'd be extremely surprised if he wouldm anyways. When he was doing Fresh Prince, he wanted out to continue his movie career. Why would he want to go back?

waichingliu81 · 10-13-2007, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by roseanne88-97

It already said he's not starring in it. I'd be extremely surprised if he wouldm anyways. When he was doing Fresh Prince, he wanted out to continue his movie career. Why would he want to go back?

oh of course! thanks for pointing that out! but if this show is as good as it sounds, then we might be in for a treat. i also doubt that kevin james would reprise his role, considering the success he has had with the film itself and the comedy flick 'i now pronounce you chuck and larry'

noveel · 10-13-2007, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by roseanne88-97

It already said he's not starring in it. I'd be extremely surprised if he wouldm anyways. When he was doing Fresh Prince, he wanted out to continue his movie career. Why would he want to go back?

I guess N@N won't be interested.

freshprinceofLA · 10-13-2007, 11:37 PM

Will is talented I'll be sure to check it out when it comes out. Maybe as sucessful as Fresh Prince

Scoobiedoo30 · 10-13-2007, 11:39 PM

yes will smith is a talented young guy

10-13-2007, 06:42 AM	#1
waichingliu81 debbie allen Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 28, 2006 Location: london, england, UK Posts: 4,347	Will Smith to make 'Hitch' sitcom Friday, October 12 2007, 16:18 BST (11:18 ET) By Beth Hilton Will Smith is developing a sitcom based on his hit 2005 movie Hitch. The actor will be executive producer of the TV version of the comedy, in which he played a "professional" date doctor. However, he will not star in the programme himself. The project is backed by Smith's production company Overbrook Entertainment and is expected to be pitched to US TV networks in the near future.

10-13-2007, 07:16 AM	#2
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10-13-2007, 08:04 AM	#3
waichingliu81 debbie allen Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 28, 2006 Location: london, england, UK Posts: 4,347	i have my doubts about this. i think this might flop but it all depends on how well the pilot does. and anyway, sitcom versions of big screen films have never translated well on the small screen. remember the awful 'my big fat greek life'? based on the hit film 'my big fat greek wedding?' that was a huge flop

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