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Sonia · 06-04-2008, 05:42 PM

Emmy voting has already started so I thought it would be fun to discuss nomination chances for Back to You as series and its cast.

There’s no official news yet as to which episodes have been submitted for the series.

Tapes submitted for the acting nominations
Lead actor: Kelsey Grammer, “Pilot”
Lead actress: Patricia Heaton, “Gracie’s Bully”
Supporting Actor: Fred Willard, "Cradle to Grave"
Supporting Actor: Ty Burrell, "Fish Story"
Supporting Actor: Josh Gad, "Something Up There"

Pros

1. Emmy voters love big comebacks! Patty and Kelsey are considered Emmy darlings. Both have won a combined 7 statuettes and garnered many nominations in the past.
2. Patty, Kelsey and Fred are among television’s finest comedic actors
3. Ty Burrell was considered by many fans as the breakthrough performer of the year
4. The whole creative group behind BTY has a long established record of emmy winning projects

Cons

1. Well, the show got cancelled, unfortunately. That may have hurt its chances to be considered for a nomination. In the past, actors of cancelled shows have been nominated but a cancelled show has never been nominated (as far as I know, anyway!))
2. Patty Heaton’s political activism may have unfairly hurt her chances for a nomination more so than Grammer’s. I would LOVE it if Emmy voters would prove me wrong here.

What do you think?

Brian Damage · 06-04-2008, 05:46 PM

I honestly don't think there is much of a chance. The media seems to be in love with shows like 30 Rock, Pushing Daisies and the Office. Add to the fact that Patty and Kelsey are very outspoken Republicans and that is not a good mix for gold. They should be considered however, because the truth is, they were the funniest characters on tv this season.

JulieSomoski · 06-04-2008, 05:54 PM

Well, I'm sure you know what I think - Back to You definitely deserves an Emmy in someway! Even if it was for best lighting or constume wardrobe, if it can get a nomination, that may be another chance for the show to come back.

I think all the actors deserve a nomination in someway. Kelsey Grammar and Patricia Heaton were great, and so was Fred Willard and the rest of the cast. Here are a few of the noms I'd give it:

I think both Kelsey and Patricia deserve the award for Lead Actor/Actress for the finale episode, "Chuck and Kelly, Doin' it Again." They were just outstanding together, especially in the end when they announced that Gracie was their daughter. If any episode should be submitted for anything, it should be that one, as I would probably consider it the best in the series. Same goes for "Hug and Tell," which I thought they did just as well together in.

I definitely think BTY should get "Best Comedy Series," but that's likely to go to one of the NBC sitcoms for some reason I'll never understand.

I think Fred Willard was funny in every episode, but I agree with you on "Cradle to Grave." I think Josh Gad should get nominated as Best Supporting Actor for "Something's Up There," just because I still have that immage in my head of him with the raccoon. Ty Burrel was great in "Hug and Tell" as well as many other episodes, so that's a tossup for me.

JulieSomoski · 06-04-2008, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

I honestly don't think there is much of a chance. The media seems to be in love with shows like 30 Rock, Pushing Daisies and the Office. Add to the fact that Patty and Kelsey are very outspoken Republicans and that is not a good mix for gold. They should be considered however, because the truth is, they were the funniest characters on tv this season.

yeah, as much as we think it deserves a nomination, I'm sure every NBC sitcom will end up being nominated, for some reason. The show was the funniest show to hit television in years, at least we know the truth.

Sonia · 06-04-2008, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

I honestly don't think there is much of a chance. The media seems to be in love with shows like 30 Rock, Pushing Daisies and the Office. Add to the fact that Patty and Kelsey are very outspoken Republicans and that is not a good mix for gold. They should be considered however, because the truth is, they were the funniest characters on tv this season.

Exactly! Everything is hype. All these comedies are popular but not neccessarily the best. I personally think that dramedies like Desperate Housewives and Pushing Daisies should not be allowed to run in the same category as half hour comedies. This year they will be including also the annimated shows - "Family Guy" will be competing in the same category. It's gonna be very tough!!

Sonia · 06-04-2008, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JulieSomoski

Well, I'm sure you know what I think - Back to You definitely deserves an Emmy in someway! Even if it was for best lighting or constume wardrobe, if it can get a nomination, that may be another chance for the show to come back.

I think all the actors deserve a nomination in someway. Kelsey Grammar and Patricia Heaton were great, and so was Fred Willard and the rest of the cast. Here are a few of the noms I'd give it:

I think both Kelsey and Patricia deserve the award for Lead Actor/Actress for the finale episode, "Chuck and Kelly, Doin' it Again." They were just outstanding together, especially in the end when they announced that Gracie was their daughter. If any episode should be submitted for anything, it should be that one, as I would probably consider it the best in the series. Same goes for "Hug and Tell," which I thought they did just as well together in.

I definitely think BTY should get "Best Comedy Series," but that's likely to go to one of the NBC sitcoms for some reason I'll never understand.

I think Fred Willard was funny in every episode, but I agree with you on "Cradle to Grave." I think Josh Gad should get nominated as Best Supporting Actor for "Something's Up There," just because I still have that immage in my head of him with the raccoon. Ty Burrel was great in "Hug and Tell" as well as many other episodes, so that's a tossup for me.

Regardless of how it goes, I think the cast, in general, made pretty good choices with the tape submissions. Fred and Josh were right on the money with their tapes. Ty's part in the "Fish Story" was hilarious.

As to Patty and Kelsey I like both their submissions although I would have picked "Hug and Tell" and "One step forward two steps back" and submitted them as one episode with part 1 & 2. That would give them a better exposure. Now if they made some surprisingly Hollywood-loved anti-Bush/anti-war statement in the upcoming weeks they would definitively be a lock for the nominations

! They might even win

!

I'm just kidding, don't want to get all political. But I do hate the fact that everyone praises free speech but then attack others just because they happen to disagree with their opinions. Can't stand the hypocrisy!

My two cents

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Brian Damage · 06-05-2008, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Sonia

I'm just kidding, don't want to get all political. But I do hate the fact that everyone praises free speech but then attack others just because they happen to disagree with their opinions. Can't stand the hypocrisy!

My two cents

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So true!

catlover79 · 06-05-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

I honestly don't think there is much of a chance. The media seems to be in love with shows like 30 Rock, Pushing Daisies and the Office. Add to the fact that Patty and Kelsey are very outspoken Republicans and that is not a good mix for gold. They should be considered however, because the truth is, they were the funniest characters on tv this season.

I have to agree there. I don't think it will get any recognition - such a shame.

JulieSomoski · 06-05-2008, 04:46 PM

Or, maybe we'll all be suprised and Back to You will get a nomination. Is it likely? No, but still, with this show, you never know.

Brian Damage · 06-05-2008, 05:11 PM

I still doubt it, because there is so much hate against the show. Why, I have no idea.

redsoxhater · 06-05-2008, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Sonia

Regardless of how it goes, I think the cast, in general, made pretty good choices with the tape submissions. Fred and Josh were right on the money with their tapes. Ty's part in the "Fish Story" was hilarious.

As to Patty and Kelsey I like both their submissions although I would have picked "Hug and Tell" and "One step forward two steps back" and submitted them as one episode with part 1 & 2. That would give them a better exposure. Now if they made some surprisingly Hollywood-loved anti-Bush/anti-war statement in the upcoming weeks they would definitively be a lock for the nominations

! They might even win

!

I'm just kidding, don't want to get all political. But I do hate the fact that everyone praises free speech but then attack others just because they happen to disagree with their opinions. Can't stand the hypocrisy!

My two cents

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I totally agree with you. Without getting politcal about this it just seems one party wants free speech but condones it for others. It is America, we should be aloud to speak. It just seems moraly wrong to be a republican these days. Not all republicans are Bush fans.

Chocolate Moose · 06-05-2008, 08:26 PM

naaaaaaah, the show wasn't that good, but what WAS good this year? the emmies are gonna be a not funny joke.

ryan423 · 06-05-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Chocolate Moose

naaaaaaah, the show wasn't that good, but what WAS good this year? the emmies are gonna be a not funny joke.

If you don't like it, why post here?

Mr. Television · 06-05-2008, 10:22 PM

BTY really does deserve to win best comedy but yea NBC's unfunny comedies The Office or 30 Rock will probably win.

hno: Their seems to be a prejudice against sitcoms that are filmed in front of a studio audience. It was good for 50 years but not in the new millenium I guess.

JulieSomoski · 06-06-2008, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Clint Eastwood Fan

BTY really does deserve to win best comedy but yea NBC's unfunny comedies The Office or 30 Rock will probably win.

hno: Their seems to be a prejudice against sitcoms that are filmed in front of a studio audience. It was good for 50 years but not in the new millenium I guess.

I can't stand that - to me, every single NBC sitcom is boring and unwatchable. I don't get what evryone obssesses over The Office for - I just don't find it funny. And what's the deal with 30 Rock? That show is so overrated by critics.

Back to You not only got better ratings, but it was better across the board. At least you can laugh at Back to You.

06-04-2008, 05:42 PM	#1
Sonia Bring Patty Back on TV, NOW!!! Frequent Poster Join Date: Apr 24, 2006 Location: TV Land Posts: 395	Emmys - Does Back to You stand a chance? Emmy voting has already started so I thought it would be fun to discuss nomination chances for Back to You as series and its cast. There’s no official news yet as to which episodes have been submitted for the series. Tapes submitted for the acting nominations Lead actor: Kelsey Grammer, “Pilot” Lead actress: Patricia Heaton, “Gracie’s Bully” Supporting Actor: Fred Willard, "Cradle to Grave" Supporting Actor: Ty Burrell, "Fish Story" Supporting Actor: Josh Gad, "Something Up There" Pros 1. Emmy voters love big comebacks! Patty and Kelsey are considered Emmy darlings. Both have won a combined 7 statuettes and garnered many nominations in the past. 2. Patty, Kelsey and Fred are among television’s finest comedic actors 3. Ty Burrell was considered by many fans as the breakthrough performer of the year 4. The whole creative group behind BTY has a long established record of emmy winning projects Cons 1. Well, the show got cancelled, unfortunately. That may have hurt its chances to be considered for a nomination. In the past, actors of cancelled shows have been nominated but a cancelled show has never been nominated (as far as I know, anyway!)) 2. Patty Heaton’s political activism may have unfairly hurt her chances for a nomination more so than Grammer’s. I would LOVE it if Emmy voters would prove me wrong here. What do you think?
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06-04-2008, 05:54 PM	#3
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	Well, I'm sure you know what I think - Back to You definitely deserves an Emmy in someway! Even if it was for best lighting or constume wardrobe, if it can get a nomination, that may be another chance for the show to come back. I think all the actors deserve a nomination in someway. Kelsey Grammar and Patricia Heaton were great, and so was Fred Willard and the rest of the cast. Here are a few of the noms I'd give it: I think both Kelsey and Patricia deserve the award for Lead Actor/Actress for the finale episode, "Chuck and Kelly, Doin' it Again." They were just outstanding together, especially in the end when they announced that Gracie was their daughter. If any episode should be submitted for anything, it should be that one, as I would probably consider it the best in the series. Same goes for "Hug and Tell," which I thought they did just as well together in. I definitely think BTY should get "Best Comedy Series," but that's likely to go to one of the NBC sitcoms for some reason I'll never understand. I think Fred Willard was funny in every episode, but I agree with you on "Cradle to Grave." I think Josh Gad should get nominated as Best Supporting Actor for "Something's Up There," just because I still have that immage in my head of him with the raccoon. Ty Burrel was great in "Hug and Tell" as well as many other episodes, so that's a tossup for me.
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06-05-2008, 05:11 PM	#10
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	I still doubt it, because there is so much hate against the show. Why, I have no idea.