'Chuck' Exclusive: Helfer in! Strahovski out? - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 11-22-2008, 12:04 AM

Another week, another genius piece of Chuck casting…

Piping hot Battlestar Galactica toaster Tricia Helfer has been cast on Chuck as Special Agent Alex Forrest, a by-the-book ass-kicker and -- here's where things get a little frakked up -- a potential replacement for Yvonne Strahovski's Sarah.

Relax, I said potential replacement.

Here's the deal: According to my Chuck mole, General Beckman -- who has been growing increasingly concerned about Chuck and Sarah's intensifying bond -- considers bringing in a new G-woman to work alongside Chuck. Enter Agent Forrest, who shows no fear, no remorse and, much to Agent Casey's delight, is very easy on the eyes.

But Helfer isn't moving in on Strahovski's turf permanently, is she? Actually…no, she's not. Helfer's only booked for one episode (No. 18), and Strahovski's got, well, an ironclad six-year contract.

Speaking of Chuck (a.k.a. the most consistently entertaining hour on NBC's air, IMHO), here are two bonus casting scoops free of charge:

• Jonathan Cake (Six Degrees) is coming on board for a multi-episode arc as a Gerard Butler-esqe British MI6 agent by the name of Cole Barker. The rugged, macho spy catches Sarah's eye and makes Chuck feel even geekier than usual.

• Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover girl Brooklyn Decker will guest star in episode 15 when Jeff and Lester take over the hiring process at Buy More and begin recruiting potential Buy More booth babes.

ryan423 · 11-22-2008, 02:53 PM

Thank god. If Strahovski was gone, I'd tune out. A Show is never the same when they get rid of essential characters (eg. 7th Heaven).

Mr. Television · 11-22-2008, 02:55 PM

Chuck is the best show on NBC.

ryan423 · 11-22-2008, 03:00 PM

I hope NBC gives it ER's spot next year. Or shift their comedies to 9-11 and move Chuck to Thursday's at 8. I know its a longshot, But I think if it was moved to Thursdays, it would be their highest rated show of the night, hands down!

ekkostar · 11-22-2008, 03:56 PM

No news of Roan Montgomery yet?

I'm still hopeful that he'll return in some form next season. I'm not expecting every episode, but once in a while at least!

11-22-2008, 12:04 AM	#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	'Chuck' Exclusive: Helfer in! Strahovski out? Another week, another genius piece of Chuck casting… Piping hot Battlestar Galactica toaster Tricia Helfer has been cast on Chuck as Special Agent Alex Forrest, a by-the-book ass-kicker and -- here's where things get a little frakked up -- a potential replacement for Yvonne Strahovski's Sarah. Relax, I said potential replacement. Here's the deal: According to my Chuck mole, General Beckman -- who has been growing increasingly concerned about Chuck and Sarah's intensifying bond -- considers bringing in a new G-woman to work alongside Chuck. Enter Agent Forrest, who shows no fear, no remorse and, much to Agent Casey's delight, is very easy on the eyes. But Helfer isn't moving in on Strahovski's turf permanently, is she? Actually…no, she's not. Helfer's only booked for one episode (No. 18), and Strahovski's got, well, an ironclad six-year contract. Speaking of Chuck (a.k.a. the most consistently entertaining hour on NBC's air, IMHO), here are two bonus casting scoops free of charge: • Jonathan Cake (Six Degrees) is coming on board for a multi-episode arc as a Gerard Butler-esqe British MI6 agent by the name of Cole Barker. The rugged, macho spy catches Sarah's eye and makes Chuck feel even geekier than usual. • Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover girl Brooklyn Decker will guest star in episode 15 when Jeff and Lester take over the hiring process at Buy More and begin recruiting potential Buy More booth babes.
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11-22-2008, 03:56 PM	#5
ekkostar Coffee, Tea & Larroquette! Senior Member Join Date: Apr 16, 2005 Posts: 1,077	No news of Roan Montgomery yet? I'm still hopeful that he'll return in some form next season. I'm not expecting every episode, but once in a while at least!
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11-22-2008, 02:53 PM	#2
ryan423 Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 15, 2007 Posts: 1,829	Thank god. If Strahovski was gone, I'd tune out. A Show is never the same when they get rid of essential characters (eg. 7th Heaven).

11-22-2008, 03:00 PM	#4
ryan423 Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 15, 2007 Posts: 1,829	I hope NBC gives it ER's spot next year. Or shift their comedies to 9-11 and move Chuck to Thursday's at 8. I know its a longshot, But I think if it was moved to Thursdays, it would be their highest rated show of the night, hands down!