No surprise, 'Back To You' Snubbed by Emmys - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 06-27-2008, 10:59 PM

http://www.tvweek.com/news/2008/06/t...rama_comed.php

In an unprecedented move, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has revealed the top 10 finalists for this year’s drama and comedy series competition.

On the drama side, “Boston Legal,” “Damages,” “Dexter,” “Friday Night Lights,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “House,” “Lost,” “Mad Men,” “The Tudors” and “The Wire” all made the cut. AMC’s Golden Globe winner “Mad Men” is considered one of the early faves among new shows, while Showtime has to be happy to have two dramas in contention.

On the comedy side, “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Entourage,” “Family Guy,” “Flight of the Conchords,” “The Office,” “Pushing Daisies,” “30 Rock,” “Two and a Half Men,” “Ugly Betty” and “Weeds” have made the cut. All eyes will be on “Family Guy” to see if the animated comedy can break through Emmy’s traditional coolness toward animated shows in the category.

New comedies getting noticed by the Academy include ABC’s “Daisies” and HBO’s “Conchords.”

Notably missing from the lists: ABC’s “Desperate Housewives” and CBS’ “How I Met Your Mother.” The latter had a strong year creatively but apparently didn’t break through with the older-skewing Academy. Also absent: CBS’ well-received first-year comedy “The Big Bang Theory.”

It’s expected five finalists from each category will make the Emmy cut when nominations are announced July 17. If voting is close, six (or even seven) shows could be selected.

The Academy decided to reveal the finalists in part because the information leaked early last year.

Mr. Television · 06-27-2008, 11:07 PM

Its always the same ones year after year. Family Guy , Pushing Daisies , and Ugly Betty shouldn't even be competing in this category.

redsoxhater · 06-28-2008, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Damage

http://www.tvweek.com/news/2008/06/t...rama_comed.php

In an unprecedented move, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has revealed the top 10 finalists for this year’s drama and comedy series competition.

On the drama side, “Boston Legal,” “Damages,” “Dexter,” “Friday Night Lights,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “House,” “Lost,” “Mad Men,” “The Tudors” and “The Wire” all made the cut. AMC’s Golden Globe winner “Mad Men” is considered one of the early faves among new shows, while Showtime has to be happy to have two dramas in contention.

On the comedy side, “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Entourage,” “Family Guy,” “Flight of the Conchords,” “The Office,” “Pushing Daisies,” “30 Rock,” “Two and a Half Men,” “Ugly Betty” and “Weeds” have made the cut. All eyes will be on “Family Guy” to see if the animated comedy can break through Emmy’s traditional coolness toward animated shows in the category.

New comedies getting noticed by the Academy include ABC’s “Daisies” and HBO’s “Conchords.”

Notably missing from the lists: ABC’s “Desperate Housewives” and CBS’ “How I Met Your Mother.” The latter had a strong year creatively but apparently didn’t break through with the older-skewing Academy. Also absent: CBS’ well-received first-year comedy “The Big Bang Theory.”

It’s expected five finalists from each category will make the Emmy cut when nominations are announced July 17. If voting is close, six (or even seven) shows could be selected.

The Academy decided to reveal the finalists in part because the information leaked early last year.

But what actors have been nominated?

Mr. Television · 06-28-2008, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redsoxhater

But what actors have been nominated?

They didn't release those names yet. Hopefully Kelsey and Patty will get a nomination but I doubt it though.

TJL · 06-28-2008, 01:44 AM

Wait, Family Guy made the list?

Granted, I have always thought that Family Guy is one of the funniest shows on TV, but how did it break out of the animated category when The Simpsons was always lumped in with "animated" shows an was never considered a traditonal sitcom?

I am sure the Simpson folks will be pissed off about this.

Sonia · 06-28-2008, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clint Eastwood Fan

Its always the same ones year after year. Family Guy , Pushing Daisies , and Ugly Betty shouldn't even be competing in this category.

I knew Back to You would never get nominated but I was secretly hoping at least to make the top 10 in the popular vote. To be fair, I don't remember any cancelled show to be nominated for an emmy ever so, there you go.

As to the shows that made the cut, I agree Pushing Daises shouldn't be there. It's not a comedy. They are following in the footsteps of Desperate Housewives because they know they'd never get a nomination in the drama category. Remember Boston Legal? First year competed as a drama. Now it's a comedy. Such a fine line right

How about when the show was listed as a drama and it's leading lady was competing as lead in comedy? Ridiculous!!!! Same with Family Guy. It belongs in the annimated category.

That's what annoys me the most with the accademy and their selection process. To win an Emmy you should apply some kind of strategy rather than compete fairly!

Sonia · 06-28-2008, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clint Eastwood Fan

They didn't release those names yet. Hopefully Kelsey and Patty will get a nomination but I doubt it though.

I doubt they'll get nominated but at least let's hope they made the top ten!

Based on their work they should, but who's looking at talent nowadays right

!!!!

JulieSomoski · 06-28-2008, 02:11 PM

God, I don't think I'll ever understand what the emmy nominators are thinking. I can't even believe Family Guy was nominated over shows like Back to You and Big Bang Theory. That show is so ridiculously overappreciated by everyone - I don't understand how the emmy execs can find the kind of humor funny.

On another note, I'm kind of surprised Desperate Housewives didn't make the cut. The shows always been favored by the emmy committee, yet shows like Pushing Daisies and Boston Legal, which I would consider more drama than DH, made it.

Pavan · 06-28-2008, 02:46 PM

This isn't the actual nominations, Julie. These are the 10 shows in the running. 5 of them will make it. Boston Legal is in the running for drama, not comedy.

waichingliu81 · 06-28-2008, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JulieSomoski

God, I don't think I'll ever understand what the emmy nominators are thinking. I can't even believe Family Guy was nominated over shows like Back to You and Big Bang Theory. That show is so ridiculously overappreciated by everyone - I don't understand how the emmy execs can find the kind of humor funny.

On another note, I'm kind of surprised Desperate Housewives didn't make the cut. The shows always been favored by the emmy committee, yet shows like Pushing Daisies and Boston Legal, which I would consider more drama than DH, made it.

i agree with you. family guy is indeed overrated and overhyped as well. the reason why people enjoy it is because it takes the piss out of other shows and actors, although i for one don't understand how a show such as this manages to get laughs by just making pop cultural references. but oh well, if the fans like this type of humour then so be it i suppose

JulieSomoski · 06-28-2008, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pavanbadal

This isn't the actual nominations, Julie. These are the 10 shows in the running. 5 of them will make it. Boston Legal is in the running for drama, not comedy.

I know, but I'm still surprised at some of the shows that are in the running. I'm also surprised Desperate Housewives isn't one of the 10s hows in the running - it's usually nominated.

freshprince10 · 06-29-2008, 05:51 AM

How i met your mother should be on their that show kicks ass.

Bask to you sucks!

redsoxhater · 06-29-2008, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freshprince10

How i met your mother should be on their that show kicks ass.

Bask to you sucks!

You probably didn't even see the show.

redsoxhater · 06-29-2008, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freshprince10

How i met your mother should be on their that show kicks ass.

Bask to you sucks!

"Bask to you"? learn to spell.

Sonia · 06-29-2008, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freshprince10

How i met your mother should be on their that show kicks ass.

Bask to you sucks!

Bask

To You no suck

I usually go by the saying: if you got nothing good to say then say nothing at all - but hey everyone is entitled to his opinion even when they got no idea what they're talking about

HIMYM is a decent show ...at times...but then they brought on Britney Spears...Oh MY MY MY MY

06-27-2008, 10:59 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	No surprise, 'Back To You' Snubbed by Emmys http://www.tvweek.com/news/2008/06/t...rama_comed.php In an unprecedented move, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has revealed the top 10 finalists for this year’s drama and comedy series competition. On the drama side, “Boston Legal,” “Damages,” “Dexter,” “Friday Night Lights,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “House,” “Lost,” “Mad Men,” “The Tudors” and “The Wire” all made the cut. AMC’s Golden Globe winner “Mad Men” is considered one of the early faves among new shows, while Showtime has to be happy to have two dramas in contention. On the comedy side, “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Entourage,” “Family Guy,” “Flight of the Conchords,” “The Office,” “Pushing Daisies,” “30 Rock,” “Two and a Half Men,” “Ugly Betty” and “Weeds” have made the cut. All eyes will be on “Family Guy” to see if the animated comedy can break through Emmy’s traditional coolness toward animated shows in the category. New comedies getting noticed by the Academy include ABC’s “Daisies” and HBO’s “Conchords.” Notably missing from the lists: ABC’s “Desperate Housewives” and CBS’ “How I Met Your Mother.” The latter had a strong year creatively but apparently didn’t break through with the older-skewing Academy. Also absent: CBS’ well-received first-year comedy “The Big Bang Theory.” It’s expected five finalists from each category will make the Emmy cut when nominations are announced July 17. If voting is close, six (or even seven) shows could be selected. The Academy decided to reveal the finalists in part because the information leaked early last year.
	__________________ The Key to the Kingdom of Heaven: John 3:3 *Money Doesn't Buy Happiness...But I'd Rather Cry in My Private Jet*

06-27-2008, 11:07 PM	#2
Mr. Television 23 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,132	Its always the same ones year after year. Family Guy , Pushing Daisies , and Ugly Betty shouldn't even be competing in this category.
	__________________ Sonny

06-28-2008, 01:44 AM	#5
TJL Suburbanite Extrordinaire Forum Star Join Date: Dec 29, 2001 Location: New Jersey - the cradle of civilization Posts: 16,588	Wait, Family Guy made the list? Granted, I have always thought that Family Guy is one of the funniest shows on TV, but how did it break out of the animated category when The Simpsons was always lumped in with "animated" shows an was never considered a traditonal sitcom? I am sure the Simpson folks will be pissed off about this.
	__________________ "I think I'll stroll up to the front to see how the shooting's going..." - Capt. Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce Read my blogs! http://centralparkamisguide.com/ http://dvdcriticscorner.com Visit me on Facebook!http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=641138880 Hey, I do the tweet thing too! http://twitter.com/TomLevier My shop of handmade items! http://www.etsy.com/shop/ColdGarageCreations

06-28-2008, 02:11 PM	#8
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	God, I don't think I'll ever understand what the emmy nominators are thinking. I can't even believe Family Guy was nominated over shows like Back to You and Big Bang Theory. That show is so ridiculously overappreciated by everyone - I don't understand how the emmy execs can find the kind of humor funny. On another note, I'm kind of surprised Desperate Housewives didn't make the cut. The shows always been favored by the emmy committee, yet shows like Pushing Daisies and Boston Legal, which I would consider more drama than DH, made it.
	__________________ Click here to view some great articles written by my husband and I! All views are appreciated! Watch: Medium, Fridays at 9pm, on CBS! Big Bang Theory, Mondays at 9:30pm, on CBS! The Mentalist, Thursdays at 10pm, on CBS! Old Christine, Wednesdays at 8pm, on CBS! ABC's Comedy Lineup, Starting Wednesdays at 8:30pm, on ABC!

06-28-2008, 02:46 PM	#9
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: 26,821	This isn't the actual nominations, Julie. These are the 10 shows in the running. 5 of them will make it. Boston Legal is in the running for drama, not comedy.
	__________________ SitcomsOnline.com News Blog -- The best news out there! SitcomsOnline.com DVD Reviews -- We are #1 in reviews!

06-29-2008, 05:51 AM	#12
freshprince10 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jun 29, 2008 Location: Down Under Posts: 12	How i met your mother should be on their that show kicks ass. Bask to you sucks!