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bingbangbaby · 11-15-2007, 09:23 PM

I was wondering about some of our opinions on this strike issue so I posted a couple of polls to see what everyone thinks.
So how long will you wait for the strike to be over? Do you think there's important and relevant issues on the table that deserve some negotiations and time or would you end it immediately without a settlement if you could? Or do you think these issues are crucial and should be given as much time as needed to settle?

EmoJoe · 11-15-2007, 10:49 PM

most of my favorite shows still have new episodes going for them until Christmas-ish, but i still want it to end ASAP.

Janice · 11-15-2007, 11:05 PM

What are the issues, besides the online residuals or whatever they are? That's the problem I have with this issue, I don't know what it's all about.

Dean Winchester · 11-15-2007, 11:19 PM

I want it over ASAP but since I know it's not happening, I'm through with prime-time television until this settles. The writers think they're sticking it to the networks by depriving them of precious programming (even tho the networks can just run to reality), but it's a double edged sword, because they're sticking it to the viewers as well.

Mr. Television · 11-15-2007, 11:31 PM

This season is pretty much screwed. I'm watching what's left of my shows and then I'll probably do other things. I at least have some shows coming up in 2008 that are new like Jericho, Lost and the Shield. I think the strike will probably be a long one and even if it's settled early next year all the shows will have their seasons cut short. I hope it doesn't drag into next season because the viewers will only take so much.

Dean Winchester · 11-15-2007, 11:41 PM

I think the writers don't realize that the strike affects viewers more than the networks. I mean, do you think Fox truly cares that they're gonna have to pass a season of 24 up? I doubt it... because what show premieres in January? AMERICAN IDOL. Do you think CBS really cares that CSI and the sort will be halting new episodes? I doubt it'll bother them that much because there's still gonna be Survivor. Does ABC care that Grey's Anatomy and Desperate Housewives are gonna be short episodes? with Dancing With The Stars, I doubt they'd notice.

Ireneparalegal · 11-15-2007, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

What are the issues, besides the online residuals or whatever they are? That's the problem I have with this issue, I don't know what it's all about.

I know it is all abt the online residuals pertaining to purchases, downloads and such. It is also abt the writers getting a raise for each DVD purchased. Currently they receive 4 cents per DVD sale. They want it raised to 8 cents per sale. I am not clear what the other issues are.

Mr. Television · 11-15-2007, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Dean Winchester

I think the writers don't realize that the strike affects viewers more than the networks. I mean, do you think Fox truly cares that they're gonna have to pass a season of 24 up? I doubt it... because what show premieres in January? AMERICAN IDOL. Do you think CBS really cares that CSI and the sort will be halting new episodes? I doubt it'll bother them that much because there's still gonna be Survivor. Does ABC care that Grey's Anatomy and Desperate Housewives are gonna be short episodes? with Dancing With The Stars, I doubt they'd notice.

Most of the networks already had other schedules in place in case of the strike. Fox is really not bothered at all by it. The only show really effected by it is 24. I just think when the writers struck at this time they thought the studios would fold but when have the studios ever folded real quick? The networks are already making season finals for Heroes, Pushing Daisies and Men in Trees and I'm sure their will be a few more that do that. They wouldn't even consider it if they thought the strike was going to be short.

Ireneparalegal · 11-15-2007, 11:49 PM

Is 24 not affected by Keifer's up-coming jail term regardless of the strike?

Mr. Television · 11-15-2007, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

Is 24 not affected by Keifer's up-coming jail term regardless of the strike?

No he made a deal to serve his time around the shooting of 24. I think he even agreed to do more time in order to keep filming but it was all for nothing.

Mikado · 11-16-2007, 12:04 AM

You forgot the option "It's not going to make a lot of diff to me, I'll just do other things, as i did during the baseball strike" (Of course, I've hardly watched a baseball game since......that was the year i really got into anime)
Besides, Corner Gas isnt affected by the strike.....I DO miss seeing new eps of the Daily Show, THAT i will admit.

Mr. Television · 11-16-2007, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Mikado

You forgot the option "It's not going to make a lot of diff to me, I'll just do other things, as i did during the baseball strike" (Of course, I've hardly watched a baseball game since......that was the year i really got into anime)
Besides, Corner Gas isnt affected by the strike.....I DO miss seeing new eps of the Daily Show, THAT i will admit.

That's the last time I watched baseball regularly. I only watch the playoffs now...and you know what I don't miss it. lol

Mikado · 11-16-2007, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Walking Tall

That's the last time I watched baseball regularly. I only watch the playoffs now...and you know what I don't miss it. lol

Same here....on the other hand, I couldnt WAIT til the NHL got back!
(But then, ive been on skates since i was 5.......like most Canadians)

friendsfan77 · 11-16-2007, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dean Winchester

I mean, do you think Fox truly cares that they're gonna have to pass a season of 24 up? I doubt it... because what show premieres in January? AMERICAN IDOL.

And considering that it's Fox, I'll bet we'll see more reality shows with inane concepts to go along with Idol. IMO they seem to come up with the more ridiculous stuff.

I'll pretty much watch everything I want until the new episodes stop coming. Maybe I'll catch a rerun or two of something else if necessary. It's either that or dig out the old tapes and DVDs. I'll probably be doing more of the latter.

Brent88 · 11-16-2007, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Walking Tall

This season is pretty much screwed. I'm watching what's left of my shows and then I'll probably do other things. I at least have some shows coming up in 2008 that are new like Jericho, Lost and the Shield. I think the strike will probably be a long one and even if it's settled early next year all the shows will have their seasons cut short. I hope it doesn't drag into next season because the viewers will only take so much.

I will be watching all the remaining episodes of the shows I watch, and have a few midseason shows, and some unscripted, but I wish the strike would end tomorrow, though I will be shocked if it ends before January at the very earliest. I'd much rather have the current shows than the filler shows coming up. I am very worried about several new shows.

and I agree big time, if this affects next season in anyway, a lot of people will give up network TV entirely(I might even, there's only so much of this I'll be able to take). Ratings are already way down to begin with.

View Poll Results: If you had a choice, how long would you wait for the strike to end?
I want it over right now either way and give me my TV shows back	8	44.44%
I'd wait a month or two for a fair settlement but not more	1	5.56%
This season's screwed but I want my shows back by next fall whether there's a fair settlement or not	2	11.11%
I'd wait as long as it takes for a fair settlement	7	38.89%
Voters: 18. You may not vote on this poll

11-15-2007, 09:23 PM	#1
bingbangbaby I see you!! Senior Member Join Date: Jul 15, 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,070	Writers' Strike: How long will you wait? I was wondering about some of our opinions on this strike issue so I posted a couple of polls to see what everyone thinks. So how long will you wait for the strike to be over? Do you think there's important and relevant issues on the table that deserve some negotiations and time or would you end it immediately without a settlement if you could? Or do you think these issues are crucial and should be given as much time as needed to settle?

11-15-2007, 10:49 PM	#2
EmoJoe Cool cool cool Forum Addict Join Date: Apr 23, 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 71,478	most of my favorite shows still have new episodes going for them until Christmas-ish, but i still want it to end ASAP.
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11-15-2007, 11:31 PM	#5
Mr. Television 23 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,132	This season is pretty much screwed. I'm watching what's left of my shows and then I'll probably do other things. I at least have some shows coming up in 2008 that are new like Jericho, Lost and the Shield. I think the strike will probably be a long one and even if it's settled early next year all the shows will have their seasons cut short. I hope it doesn't drag into next season because the viewers will only take so much.
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11-15-2007, 11:05 PM	#3
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	What are the issues, besides the online residuals or whatever they are? That's the problem I have with this issue, I don't know what it's all about.

11-15-2007, 11:19 PM	#4
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	I want it over ASAP but since I know it's not happening, I'm through with prime-time television until this settles. The writers think they're sticking it to the networks by depriving them of precious programming (even tho the networks can just run to reality), but it's a double edged sword, because they're sticking it to the viewers as well.

11-15-2007, 11:41 PM	#6
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	I think the writers don't realize that the strike affects viewers more than the networks. I mean, do you think Fox truly cares that they're gonna have to pass a season of 24 up? I doubt it... because what show premieres in January? AMERICAN IDOL. Do you think CBS really cares that CSI and the sort will be halting new episodes? I doubt it'll bother them that much because there's still gonna be Survivor. Does ABC care that Grey's Anatomy and Desperate Housewives are gonna be short episodes? with Dancing With The Stars, I doubt they'd notice.

11-15-2007, 11:49 PM	#9
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,691	Is 24 not affected by Keifer's up-coming jail term regardless of the strike?

11-16-2007, 12:04 AM	#11
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,892	You forgot the option "It's not going to make a lot of diff to me, I'll just do other things, as i did during the baseball strike" (Of course, I've hardly watched a baseball game since......that was the year i really got into anime) Besides, Corner Gas isnt affected by the strike.....I DO miss seeing new eps of the Daily Show, THAT i will admit.