Editor’s note: I found this story hiding in our drafts folder. It’s now a few weeks old but still valid information. Enjoy” 

“This week was the upfronts for the major television networks and not surprisingly a lot of the shows that didn’t get off to a great start, due in large part from the strike, are being given a second chance at life next season.

The real changes is that “the networks seem to be embracing the notion of a year-round schedule.” NBC is moving to a new 65 week long schedule and its possible that the other networks might follow along shortly. Not sure how 65 weeks works out when there are only 52 weeks in a year but maybe someone can explain that to me.

Fox Broadcasting plans to draw viewers to its new dramas Fringe and Dollhouse by drastically cutting the number of commercials and promos in them to half the usual number. Today’s (Friday) Hollywood Reporter quoted Fox Entertainment Chairman Peter Liguori as saying that by doing so, “we’re going to have … less reason for viewers to use the remote. … It’s a simple concept and potentially revolutionary. … We’re going to redefine the viewing experience.”


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