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10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed AmericaTelevision Review - Apr 9, 2006 - By Raul Burriel
With this mini-series, the History Channel promises us some top talent giving us some top-notch documentaries. But can the "all World War II, all the time!" channel really deliver?

24Television Review - Nov 7, 2001 - By Seth Gunderson
A sunrise, a sunset, lots of words and sleep in between. What else could go on?

90210, "Life's a Drag"Television Review - Mar 31, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Heavy petting, pocket bananas, and psychotic breakdowns: It's just another day in 90210.

90210, "One Party Can Ruin Your Whole Summer"Television Review - May 18, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
The prom is over; the after-prom has begun. And as one life begins, many more lives begin to fall apart.

90210, "To Sext or Not to Sext"Television Review - Sep 15, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Someone's been a bad girl, and the evidence is caught on a cellphone camera. Will she get wider exposure than she bargained for?

Arrow, "Legacies"Television Review - Nov 13, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
The Arrow deviates from his intended targets when the Royal Flush Gang comes to town.

Haunted Collector, "Haunted Mansion/Ghost Mill"Television Review - Jun 4, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Haunted Collector is a paranormal series that is, well... normal.

Haven, "301"Television Review - Sep 4, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
When lights appear in the sky over Haven, it's clear that another troubled citizen is about to implode.

After LatelyTelevision Review - Feb 27, 2013 - By Mike George
Chelsea and company return for season three.

Aliens in America - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 26, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
The Tolchuk family volunteered to host a foreign exchange student to bolster their son's popularity at school. What they got was Raja.

AlphasTelevision Review - Jul 10, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
SyFy's X-Men clone looks to capitalize on the superhero summer movie slate.

American Idol Season 12Television Review - Feb 28, 2013 - By Mike George
After twelve seasons and several shifts in judges and formats, we have to ask: What went wrong?

ArachnoquakeTelevision Review - Jun 24, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Not your friendly neighborhood spider...man!

Are We There Yet?, "The Hyphenated Name"Television Review - Jun 2, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
If it all looks like you've seen it before, you probably have.

Arrow, "Pilot"Television Review - Oct 9, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
What we have here, folks, isn't so much Green Arrow as it is the Batman series CW wishes they could bring to television.

Battlestar GalacticaTelevision Review - Dec 10, 2003 - By Jim Pappas
If you are a fan of the original series, beware, this isn't your Momma's Battlestar Galactica, and that is a good thing.

Beauty and the BeastTelevision Review - Feb 23, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
If you like your fairy tales viewed through a dark lens, there are plenty of other options out there, in various media. Shun this ugly duckling, and hope that the future plans for other retellings from SyFy learn from this one's mistakes.

Being HumanTelevision Review - Jan 15, 2011 - By Carrie Bradshaw
A vampire, a werewolf and a ghost discover that being human is harder than it looks.

The Bill Engvall Show - Episode 201: "But That's Not Fair"Television Review - Jun 12, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
The second season of The Bill Engvall Show opens with the kids going on strike when they're told to clean out the garage for no pay.

The Bill Engvall Show: It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like ChristmasTelevision Review - Nov 14, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
TBS and Bill Engvall start the Christmas viewing season with back-to-back episodes of the blue collar comedian's sitcom.

Bionic Woman - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 24, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
She's stronger. Faster. Better than she was before. And she hates it.

The Book of DanielTelevision Review - Jan 6, 2006 - By R.J. Carter
"Families can really test your faith" is the tagline for this show. But is faith really what The Book of Daniel is about?

Can You Survive A Horror Movie?Television Review - Jul 13, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
A must see, just in case....

Caprica, "Pilot"Television Review - Jan 18, 2010 - By Darren Goodhart
The long-awaited prequel series to Battlestar Galactica is now here, and the promise and potential for this series is indeed quite great.

Caprica, "Rebirth"Television Review - Jan 27, 2010 - By Darren Goodhart
Caprica's second episode continues to move forward while also spreading its wings a bit.

Caprica, "Reins of a Waterfall"Television Review - Feb 4, 2010 - By Darren Goodhart
The third episode of Caprica continues the promise started in the pilot and again goes even further than I expected... this is really good televised science fiction.

Caprica, "Retribution"Television Review - Oct 11, 2010 - By Darren Goodhart
Strong performances and situations are at the core of this second episode, but there's a slight fall here... albeit very slight.

Caprica, "Unvanquished"Television Review - Oct 4, 2010 - By Darren Goodhart
For fans of the series, the season 1.5 premiere of Caprica will not disappoint.

ChuckTelevision Review - Dec 10, 2007 - By Scott Juba
With NBC giving Chuck a full-season pickup, this electronics store employee turned spy appears poised to become a familiar face on the network's comedy line-up.

Chuck - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 12, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
When Chuck accidentally downloads a CIA/NSA joint program directly into his brain, he becomes the country's newest superspy. Can he do that and still maintain his $11 an hour job as an electronics store technical support representative?

The Closer - "Dead Man's Hand"Television Review - Dec 20, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Domestic abuse ends in murder, pitting Brenda against an inter-office rival in an investigation into a cop's family life.

The Closer - "Products of Discovery"Television Review - Jun 6, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
A murdered family entangles Brenda in an ongoing FBI investigation in the second episode of The Closer's fifth season.

The Closer, "Next of Kin"Television Review - Dec 2, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
The hit TNT series returns with a new 2-hour holiday episode as Brenda's work takes her to the one place she's most uncomfortable: home with mom and dad.

The Closer, "Unknown Trouble"Television Review - Jul 9, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Things heat up for Brenda both personally and professionally as past actions return to haunt her.

The Closer, "War Zone"Television Review - Aug 30, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
When three soldiers are gunned down outside a bar, the Army suspects terrorist involvement. Gary Cole guest stars.

The Closer, "You Have the Right to Remain Jolly"Television Review - Dec 4, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Ho Ho No! It's a case of Santacide!

Community: Season 3Television Review - Jun 19, 2012 - By Eric Deters
Community's third season ended almost a month ago, so it's time to look back on what may be the best season of the show to date.

Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura, HAARPTelevision Review - Nov 24, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
In this TruTV debut, Jesse Ventura examines whether the HAARP project is an innocent study of the Aurora Borealis, or a weapon mankind shouldn't fiddle with.

Continuum, "A Stitch in Time"Television Review - Jan 9, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
Continuum is going to be Syfy's 2013 television crack: one hit, and you'll be hooked for the series!

Continuum, "End Times"Television Review - Mar 12, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
There are time bombs aplenty as Syfy wraps up the first season of the uber-cool dramatic series.

Continuum, "Second Chances"Television Review - May 21, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
A message from the future drives Alec away when Kiera needs him most.

Crossing Over with John EdwardTelevision Review - Dec 20, 2000 - By Jim Van Nest
Having two toddlers, I don't get to watch too much television. And when I do, it must be after bedtime. I've found one of the neatest shows on after dark on Sci-Fi.

Cult, "Pilot"Television Review - Feb 20, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
CW's metafictional show will get under your skin quickly.

DallasTelevision Review - May 28, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Welcome back to South Fork!

Dark Blue, "Pilot"Television Review - Jul 13, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Dylan McDermott stars as the team leader of an undercover investigative squad in this edgy cop drama from TNT.

Dead SoulsTelevision Review - Oct 11, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
You just can't go home again.

Defiance (Premiere)Television Review - Mar 8, 2013 - By Tim Williams
A good story should be able to use humor, drama, suspense, action, and more. Defiance delivers on all fronts.

Destination Truth, "Ghosts of Masada/The Leprechaun"Television Review - Mar 15, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
The SyFy series returns with new episodes on St. Patrick's Day, just in time to search for the luck of the Irish.

Dream Machines, "50 Cent's Jet Car"Television Review - Apr 10, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Hide your credit cards before watching this Syfy autophile's fantasy.

DuneTelevision Review - Dec 6, 2000 - By Rob Drysdale
Anticipation quickly turned to disappointment once the Sci Fi Channel aired its much-hyped Dune miniseries.

Eureka, "A New World"Television Review - Jul 15, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
It's a whole new world for fans of Eureka.

Eureka, "Do You See What I See?"Television Review - Dec 5, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Syfy gives Eureka the classic Christmas cartoon feeling.

Eureka, "Founder's Day"Television Review - Jul 8, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Eureka is the most unusual town in history -- and history is about to change.

Eureka, "Glimpse"Television Review - Jul 25, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
It's edge of your seat tension, sly humor, and unexpected romantic advances tonight. Have the popcorn ready in advance.

Eureka, "Liftoff"Television Review - Jul 8, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Eureka, we have a problem.

Eureka, "O' Little Town"Television Review - Dec 7, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
There's a jolly old man dressed in red flying a sleigh pulled by reindeer through the sky. Just another Christmas in Eureka?

Eureka, "Reprisal"Television Review - Jul 18, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Turn up the jams, crank it up, as music playlists program terror for Eureka.

The Ex-List - "Pilot"Television Review - Oct 2, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
If you enjoyed Sex & the City and don't mind the occasional "American Pie" raunchy style of comedy (tamed down to a Prime Time level), then The Ex-List may be the kind of romantic comedy for you.

Face Off,Season 3 PremiereTelevision Review - Aug 19, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
SciFi and special effects "Make-Up" the ingredients for an excellent reality challenge show

Fact or Faked, Paranormal Files: "The Grim Sleeper/The Real Mr. FreezeTelevision Review - Apr 16, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
I'm glad I was wrong.

Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files, "The Real Battle of LA / Queen Mary Menace"Television Review - Mar 23, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
The second season of the Syfy paranormal investigative series opens with two intriguing experiments.

FirebreatherTelevision Review - Nov 9, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Many teens think their father's a monster. Duncan can prove it.

Fly Girls, "Pilot"Television Review - Mar 23, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
This CW reality offering may or may not induce viewers to travel Richard Branson's Virgin America Airlines.

Frank TV, "Franksgiving"Television Review - Nov 20, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
Impressionist comic Frank Caliendo gets his own television sketch comedy show on TBS.

Franklin & Bash, "650 to SLC"Television Review - Aug 11, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Why would a respected law firm take on two street brawlers like Franklin & Bash? The answer is in this second season finale!

Ghost Hunters, Episode 101: Fort TiconderogaTelevision Review - Mar 10, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Tonight's trek takes the TAPS team to upstate New York, where they meet with Christopher Fox, the curator of Fort Ticonderoga, who will brief them on the numerous strange events that have happened to the staff there, from docents to maintenance workers.

Ghost Hunters, "Haunted Hotel"Television Review - Aug 21, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Jason, Grant and company return to Syfy this fall with a whole new season of Ghost Hunters, and they kick things off with a seriously spooky bang.

Ghost Hunters, "Pearl Harbor Phantoms"Television Review - May 31, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
The TAPS gang heads to Hawaii with Destination: Truth's Josh Gates to investigate paranormal sightings at Pearl Harbor.

GhoulTelevision Review - Apr 8, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Just because you can, doesn't mean you always should.

Gossip Girl - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 7, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
The CW's newest entry into the teen soap market follows a cast of poor little rich kids intent on accomplishing all seven deadly sins before breakfast, all documented by the ever watchful and ever anonymous blogger, Gossip Girl. You're nobody if you're not being talked about.

Gossip Girl, "A Thin Line Between Chuck and Nate"Television Review - Jan 8, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Everything falls apart in this explosive finale to the freshman season of Gossip Girl.

Gossip Girl, "Never Been Marcused"Television Review - Sep 8, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
OMFG! You do not want to miss the confrontation when bitch meets bitch on tonight's Gossip Girl!

Gossip Girl, "School Lies"Television Review - Jan 1, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
You know you love it. It's Gossip Girl, and tonight the twists and turns for the upper crust get harrowing as some life-changing decisions are made.

Gossip Girl, "Summer, Kind of Wonderful"Television Review - Sep 1, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Spotted on CW after a long hot summer: the juicy return of GG. You know you love her. XOXO.

Gossip Girl, "The Age of Dissonance"Television Review - Mar 16, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
The CW series returns with the cast finding themselves -- figuratively and literally -- in a school play about a scandalous society.

Gossip Girl, "The Dark Night"Television Review - Sep 15, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Where were you when the lights went out at B's little back-to-school party?

Gossip Girl, "The Goodbye Gossip Girl"Television Review - May 18, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
It's pomp and circumstance, as the gang prepares to graduate. But when Gossip Girl intervenes and crashes the ceremony, Serena vows that the anonymous blogger is going down. But when Gossip Girl strikes back... OMFG!

Gossip Girl, "The Grandfather"Television Review - Mar 23, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Nate's reunion with his grandfather may alter the course of his life. Meanwhile, the new Blair Waldorf is intent on killing -- OMG! -- the old Blair Waldorf! Can the team of Serena and Chuck save her in time?

The Great Escape, "Escape from Alcatraz"Television Review - Jun 22, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Call it an exaggerated scavenger hunt. Call it an elaborate game of flashlight tag. Whatever you call it, you'll find it compelling, and a competitor for other "Race" shows on the air.

Haven, "Audrey Parker's Day Off"Television Review - Aug 19, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Audrey Parker finds herself stuck in Nathan's second-favorite Bill Murray movie tonight on Haven.

Haven, "Welcome to Haven"Television Review - Jul 9, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
This adaptation of Stephen King's "The Colorado Kid" comes across something like Twin Peaks Lite.

Hellcats, "Back of a Car"Television Review - Nov 2, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
The 80s are back in style, but the drama is up to the minute in this latest episode from the CW.

Hellcats, "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 8, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
So what does this reviewer think of Hellcats, the CW's newest series about college cheerleading? Let me put it like this: GIMME AN A!

Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Ep 1Television Review - Mar 13, 2013 - By Mike George
Gordon's back, and he is as fiery as ever in this eleventh season opener.

Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 2Television Review - Mar 20, 2013 - By Mike George
Who is running the kitchen?

Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 4Television Review - Apr 3, 2013 - By Mike George
Troubles with pancakes, and Jeremy is physically felled by kneading bread dough.

Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 7Television Review - May 1, 2013 - By Mike George
The women's team's overconfidence proved to be their downfall when Chef Ramsay declares the steak challenge.

Hell's Kitchen, Season 11, Episode 3: Race For Your LunchTelevision Review - Mar 27, 2013 - By Mike George
The chefs look for redemption after participating in Chef Ramsay's most grilling competition yet: a 3K run.

Hell's Kitchen, Season 11, Episode 5Television Review - Apr 10, 2013 - By Mike George
Tempers flare in the kitchen, as neither group figures out how to be a team.

Hell's Kitchen, Season 11, Episode 6Television Review - Apr 18, 2013 - By Mike George
Four chefs are forced to fight for their jackets if they want to get back into the competition.

Jersey Shore Shark AttackTelevision Review - Jun 8, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Jersey Shore Sharks? Fuhgetaboudit, the sharks ain't as scary as the "Guidos!"

Journeyman - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 22, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
Kevin McKidd headlines this time-travel series that emulates Quantum Leap with a continuous dramatic plot thread.

Killer KaraokeTelevision Review - Nov 19, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
The less fun the contestants have, the more fun you'll have.

Lake Placid 3Television Review - Aug 19, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Colin Ferguson and Yancy Butler star in the third installment about giant crocodiles stalking a Maine forest.

Leverage, "Pilot - The Nigerian Job"Television Review - Dec 5, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
"Oceans Eleven: The Series" is the best description for this action and intrigue adrenaline rush from TNT.

Leverage, "The (Very) Big Bird Job"Television Review - Jul 15, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
TNT's favorite thieves start over in a new location and a fresh set of marks.

Leverage, "The Beantown Bailout Job"Television Review - Jul 14, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Leverage is reborn for a second season as the disbanded rogues discover that doing good for others has given them a conscience.

Leverage, "The Big Bang Job" and "The San Lorenzo Job"Television Review - Dec 18, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
It's back-to-back con jobs when the Leverage team goes up against the long-awaited and very mysterious Damien Moreau.

Leverage, "The Boost Job"Television Review - Jul 29, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
The con-job series takes a dip this week as the crew goes after a high-end move of stolen cars. Bill Engvall guests.

Leverage, "The Experimental Job"Television Review - Nov 26, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Hardison and Parker go back to school when a job focuses on a politically well-connected college student.

Leverage, "The Future Job"Television Review - Feb 3, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Luke Perry guest stars in an episode where Beth Riesgraf gives us a new insight into her character.

Leverage, "The Gone Fishin' Job"Television Review - Jul 23, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
When a sting on a corrupt debt collector turns sour, Eliot and Hardison find themselves at the mercy of a group of would-be revolutionaries.

Leverage, "The Ho Ho Ho Job"Television Review - Dec 9, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
When Santa's in trouble, he turns to the Leverage team to restore his honor and good name.

Leverage, "The Inside Job"Television Review - Jun 24, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Richard Chamberlain guests on this episode which finds Parker trapped while taking on a solo job.

Leverage, "The Juror #6 Job"Television Review - Feb 3, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
While a step away from the usual caper adventure, this lighter-toned episode of Leverage has some fun with the anti-social nature of Parker as well as the conventions of an anti-Leverage group playing "Runaway Jury."

Leverage, "The Low Low Price Job"Television Review - Nov 26, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Willa Ford guest stars on an episode of Leverage that takes on America's largest retailer.

Leverage, "The Mile High Job"Television Review - Jan 20, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Danger at twenty-thousand feet plus an insightful skewering of office politics make "The Mile High Job" one of the more enjoyable episodes of TNT's fun caper series.

Leverage, "The Miracle Job"Television Review - Dec 23, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
When St. Nicholas's Church is threatened by a greedy real estate developer, the Leverage team is called in to pull off a miracle.

Leverage, "The Runway Job"Television Review - Jan 12, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Tara (Jeri Ryan) joins the Leverage team just in time to help put down a sweatshop exploiting immigrants.

Leverage, "The Scheherazade Job"Television Review - Jun 27, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Nate and the crew must time their heist with a live performance of "Sheherazade" -- with amateur violinist Alec Hardison faking his way through a solo!

Leverage, "The Studio Job"Television Review - Jul 16, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
John Schneider guest stars as the mark in this week's episode, featuring the reveal of a new talent of actor Christian Kane's.

Leverage, "The Three Strikes Job"Television Review - Feb 10, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
A corrupt mayor, real estate deals, gun-running, and a stolen baseball team form the elements for tonight's con -- with a cliffhanger guaranteed to leave you coming back for part two.

Leverage, "The Toy Job"Television Review - Dec 16, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
This is definitely one of Bellman's better performances of the series. Give yourself a Christmas present this season, and be sure to tune in to "The Toy Job."

Leverage, "The Two-Horse Job"Television Review - Dec 16, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
The team enters the high-stakes world of horse racing and breeding to vindicate a trainer's reputation.

The Librarian - Curse of the Judas ChaliceTelevision Review - Dec 6, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Indiana Jones has nothing to worry about from this derivative adventure, despite good performances from Noah Wyle, Jane Curtin, Bob Newhart, and Stana Katic.

Life - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 24, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
He used his prison sentence to answer life's big questions. Now this Zen-lightened detective is back on the force, whether they want him there or not.

Life is Wild - PilotTelevision Review - Oct 3, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
To save their family, the Clarkes pull their kids out of New York to spend a year in the wilds of South Africa in this family-friendly drama from The CW.

Life Unexpected, "Oceans Uncharted"Television Review - Sep 14, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
It's almost too much change to take in at once, and one wonders if the writers are trying too hard to keep the pinballs of the series bouncing around off each other.

Life Unexpected, "Pilot"Television Review - Jan 15, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
CW's heavily anticipated dramedy series makes its debut, starring Brittany Robertson as a 16 year old ward of the foster care system suddenly thrust into the lives of her biological -- and still completely unprepared -- parents.

Life Unexpected, "Rent Uncollected"Television Review - Jan 31, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Meet the grandparents. Suddenly, the life of a runaway in Mexico is looking more and more appealing.

LostTelevision Review - Oct 19, 2004 - By Scott Juba
Gripping, forceful, and intense, "Lost" is the one show you can't afford to miss.

Lost Girl, "Caged Fae"Television Review - Jan 8, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
Has Bo gone bad?

Lost Girl, "It's a Fae Fae Fae World"Television Review - Jan 16, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Life is no fairy tale for Anna Silk in Syfy's sexy new supernatural series.

Make My DayTelevision Review - Aug 6, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Make your night with Make My Day, the newest hidden camera show from TVLand.

Marcel's Quantum Kitchen - Episode 1Television Review - Mar 22, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
Syfy serves up its own cooking show, but do science and cooking go together like chocolate and peanut butter or oil and water?

Marcel's Quantum Kitchen - Episode 2Television Review - Mar 23, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
Syfy's science and culinary arts combo serves up more intricate cuisine for the adventurous palette.

Melrose Place, "Nightingale"Television Review - Sep 15, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Melrose Place so far continues to appeal to the schadenfreude of the not-so-beautiful people, and is on track to grab as much of an audience as did it's predecessor.

Melrose Place, "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 8, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Same address. New generation. A whole new level of OMG!

Memphis Beat, "That's Alright, Mama"Television Review - Jun 22, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
TNT's new police drama may be a fan-grabber if it gets over its need to be in-your-face Memphis-centric.

Men of a Certain Age, "Pilot"Television Review - Dec 7, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Ray Romano, Andre Braugher, and Scott Bakula star in this hilarious new dramedy from TNT.

The Mentalist - "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 22, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Simon Baker charms in this police drama with a unique hook. Move over, House, there's another tortured hero in town.

The Mercury MenTelevision Review - Oct 10, 2011 - By Darren Goodhart
I literally did not see this coming, but "The Mercury Men" took me by surprise and if you like classic science fiction and movie serials then go watch this now!

MothmanTelevision Review - Apr 19, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
It's an almost completely formulaic supernatural-slasher flick right down to the ending-that-doesn't. However, fans of Jewel Staite's work in Firefly and Stargate: Atlantis may tune in to see her performance.

Neighbors from Hell, "snorfindesdrillsalgoho" (Pilot)Television Review - Jun 1, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Will TBS draw the adult animation fans with their Addams Family Guy flavored series about demons exiled to live in suburbia?

NeverlandTelevision Review - Dec 1, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Nick Willing does James Barrie proud with this backstory that touches on every element of the classic story.

NFL Full Contact, "NFL Kickoff"Television Review - Feb 8, 2010 - By Paul Schultz
The Super Bowl is over. It's 73 days until the draft. What's a football fanatic to do? How about watch a six-week series that goes behind-the-scenes to expose the chaos that ensues before you ever view an NFL game?

A Night At The Movies: The Horrors of Stephen KingTelevision Review - Oct 1, 2011 - By Darren Goodhart
It's the month for Halloween and TCM has a nice treat here from Laurent Bouzereau and the master of horror, Stephen King.

Nikita, "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 9, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Maggie Q portrays a rogue agent out to bring down the system that created her, and look great doing it. Haven't we seen this before?

One Tree Hill, "100th Episode"Television Review - Mar 18, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
It's a wedding! But is it the start of a marriage? Plus, tragedy strikes as a villain from the past makes an unexpected appearance in One Tree Hill.

One Tree Hill, "Four Years, Six Months, Two Days"Television Review - Jan 8, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Mark Schwahn takes a tip from Tom Batiuk's Funky Winkerbean, as he fast-forwards the cast of One Tree Hill four years into the future.

Online Nation - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 19, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
It's YouTube TeeVee in this half-hour CW presentation that blends America's Funniest Videos with a distinct G4 feel.

The O’Reilly FactorTelevision Review - Mar 16, 2001 - By Rob Drysdale
Bill O’Reilly, host of Fox News’ The O’Reilly Factor, isn’t here to make friends, he’s here to get to the truth behind the news whether we like it or not.

Paranormal Witness, "Emily the Imaginary Friend" and "The Lost Girl"Television Review - Sep 7, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Syfy's latest spooky series entry follows in the footsteps of many supernatural mystifiers that utilize the "dramatic recreation" without any attempt to piece together the clues of why something happened and whether it was paranormal.

Perception, PremiereTelevision Review - Jul 4, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
TNT's newest crime drama features a hero who's beyond flawed -- he's fractured.

Person of Interest, "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 23, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Born from the ashes of 9/11, JJ Abrams and Jonathan Nolan unveil a new action hero for television audiences.

Plain Jane, "Friend Zone Jane"Television Review - Jul 28, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Is the public really hungry enough for another reality series about personal makeovers?

Point PleasantTelevision Review - Jan 20, 2005 - By R.J. Carter
"The Omen" meets "The OC" in this new drama from FOX.

Privileged, "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 9, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
Joanna Garcia and Anne Archer headline this CW dramedy about a Yale journalism graduate working to tutor two spoiled rich girls in Palm Springs.

Queer As FolkTelevision Review - Dec 5, 2000 - By Jonathan Sudduth
Showtime gives gays their own brand of "Sex in the City" with "Queer As Folk."

Queer As FolkTelevision Review - Feb 14, 2002 - By Jonathan Sudduth
On a day traditionally known for heterosexual love, let's check in on Showtime's ground breaking series featuring homosexuals.

Raising the Bar (Series Debut)Television Review - Aug 29, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
TNT teams up with television super-scribe Steven Bochco to produce this legal procedural drama that carries a little too much of the quirky scent of Boston Legal and Ally McBeal to stand out among an already overcrowded field of courtroom dramas.

Reaper - PilotTelevision Review - Sep 21, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
The CW puts a slacker-spin on Brimstone in this action/comedy featuring Ray Wise as the Man Downstairs.

Reaper, "Episode 201: Episode IV, A New Hope"Television Review - Mar 3, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Sam is given an impossible assignment, but learns a secret that may turn the tables on the Devil. Plus, Sock falls in love with his... sister?

Reaper, "The Sweet Science"Television Review - Mar 17, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Sam is sent after a professional boxer who only wants to win the championship before returning to Hell.

Rizzoli & Isles, "Boston Strangler Redux"Television Review - Jul 18, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
In 1967, Albert DeSalvo was sentenced to life in prison for crimes attributed to a serial killer dubbed the Boston Strangler. But what if they put the wrong man away...?

Rizzoli & Isles, "Can I Get a Witness?"Television Review - Nov 28, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
FOX News pundit Bill O'Reilly guest stars on tonight's episode of Rizzoli & Isles.

Rizzoli & Isles, "Pilot: See One. Do One. Teach One."Television Review - Jul 12, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
If future episodes can maintain the excitement and tension levels set by the pilot, Rizzoli & Isles will easily become the next "must watch" drama for TNT.

Rizzoli & Isles, "We Don't Need Another Hero"Television Review - Jul 9, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
A military murder takes center stage as TNT's police drama returns.

Rizzoli & Isles, "What Doesn't Kill You"Television Review - Jun 5, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Jane Rizzoli just shot Maura Isles' father. Now what?

Rizzoli & Isles, "When the Gun Goes Bang, Bang, Bang"Television Review - Sep 13, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
After tonight's explosive season finale, the producers just may have to shorten the title of the series.

Robot Combat League (Premiere)Television Review - Feb 25, 2013 - By Darren Goodhart
SyFy's latest entry in competitive reality shows is big, brassy and a lot of fun! Knock his block off!

Roger Corman's "Piranhaconda"Television Review - Jun 15, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Piranhaconda, It may be part fish and part snake, but it's all Roger Corman!

Saving Grace - Episode 201: "Have a Seat, Earl"Television Review - Jul 14, 2008 - By R.J. Carter
The second season of this gripping, heart-wracking drama exemplifies why Saving Grace continues to grow in popularity. Highway to Heaven this ain't!

Saving Grace, "It's Better When I Can See You"Television Review - Dec 2, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
Holly Hunter returns to TNT as Grace Hanadarko with all new episodes this December.

Saving Grace, "Let's Talk"Television Review - Mar 28, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
As Earl becomes more confused than ever about God's plans for Grace, the other cosmic team decides to send in their own player in this final season of the innovative TNT series.

Saving Grace, "We're Already Here"Television Review - Jun 16, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
The third season opens with Grace exploring the mysterious connection between herself and a tortured drug user.

The Secret Adventures of Jules VerneTelevision Review - Jan 19, 2001 - By Rob Drysdale
Before space cruisers and before little gray aliens science fiction was a whole lot simpler. When Jules Verne first began writing the height of science fiction was airships and the completely ludicrous idea of traveling to the moon.

Six Feet UnderTelevision Review - Jul 30, 2001 - By Jim Van Nest
Move over Tony Soprano. You've been whacked! President Bartlett? Your term has expired. HBO's Six Feet Under is the new "best show on television."

SmallvilleTelevision Review - Nov 5, 2001 - By Seth Gunderson
Smallville retells Superman's teenage years and does a good job of it.

Smallville, "Booster"Television Review - Apr 19, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Make way, Metropolis, for the Man of Gold.

Smallville, "Justice"Television Review - Jan 19, 2007 - By R.J. Carter
Is the Justice League really going to form in this episode of Smallville? Somebody, save me!

Smallville, "Lazarus"Television Review - Sep 21, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
The visual teasers are stronger than ever as Smallville kicks off its tenth and final season.

Steve Niles' RemainsTelevision Review - Dec 14, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
The scariest thing about this Chiller channel original is the prospect of being made to watch it again.

Stonehenge ApocalypseTelevision Review - Jun 8, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
For those who enjoy new theories about the true purpose of Stonehenge (the one proposed here being that it's a machine left by the predecessors of the human race designed to prime the planet for the formation of life), "Stonehenge Apocalypse" isn't a bad way to pass a few hours.

TCM Presents: AFI's Master Class - The Art of Collaboration: Steven Spielberg and John WilliamsTelevision Review - Nov 15, 2011 - By Darren Goodhart
Here's a terrific chance to see one of the greatest teams of director and composer talk about their craft and what's inspired them.

The Closer, "The Last Word" / Major Crimes, "Reloaded"Television Review - Aug 12, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
Goodbye Brenda Leigh. Hello Sharon Raydor. TNT keeps the ball rolling after departure of The Closer.

Total Blackout: Season 2 Premiere, "Don't Burst Your Bubble Helmet"Television Review - Oct 30, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Total Blackout is one of the bright spots in modern game shows.

Tower Prep, "New Kid (Pilot)"Television Review - Oct 19, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Somewhere between Hogwarts and the Xavier Institute, there is Tower Prep -- where getting in is the easy part.

Treasure IslandTelevision Review - May 2, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Syfy makes one of the most enjoyable family movies I have seen in a long, long, long John Silver time! And, in my mind, one of the best renderings of this oft-made classic that has ever been done.

Trust Me, "Pilot: Before and After"Television Review - Jan 26, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
TNT's new dramedy series looks at office politics inside a Chicago ad agency.

The Vampire Diaries - "Pilot"Television Review - Sep 9, 2009 - By R.J. Carter
Welcome to Mystic Falls, Virginia, a sleepy little town that's about to become the backdrop for what some will inevitably refer to as Twilight: The Series.

The Vampire Diaries, "The Return"Television Review - Sep 7, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Nina Dobrev gets to vamp it up in the second season of the hit CW series.

Warehouse 13, "Don't Hate the Player"Television Review - Aug 13, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Eureka's Doug Fargo makes a guest appearance on this week's episode of Warehouse 13.

Warehouse 13, "For the Team"Television Review - Aug 17, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
With Pete grounded, Myka partners with Claudia to investigate a college wrestling team -- and encounters an old foe.

Warehouse 13, "Mild Mannered"Television Review - Jul 13, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
Comic books get love tonight as Warehouse 13 loads up on superhero Easter eggs.

Warehouse 13, "Reset"Television Review - Sep 21, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
What's this? H.G. Wells is really a bad guy after all? And who's leaving home when season two draws to a close?

Warehouse 13, "Secret Santa"Television Review - Dec 3, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
A businessman is haunted by a spectral figure who sees him when he's sleeping and knows when he's awake.

Warehouse 13, "The Greatest Gift"Television Review - Dec 5, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Pete Lattimer discovers a world where he never existed.

Warehouse 13, "The Living and the Dead"Television Review - Apr 24, 2013 - By R.J. Carter
Warehouse 13 returns with all the cliffhanger action and inventive use of pseudohistory that has given the series its staying power. But this one goes beyond all that.

Warehouse 13, "The New Guy"Television Review - Jul 11, 2011 - By R.J. Carter
Somebody joins the Warehouse 13 crew tonight, and fans will rejoice.

Warehouse 13, "Time Will Tell"Television Review - Jul 6, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
MacPherson's goal in Warehouse 13 isn't a what -- it's a who. And you'll never believe who it is.

Warehouse 13, "We All Fall Down"Television Review - Oct 1, 2012 - By R.J. Carter
It's the end of the world as we know it in this Warehouse 13 cliffhanger to end all cliffhangers.

WCG Ultimate Gamer, "Come Out Swinging"Television Review - Aug 19, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
High flying physical battles, interpersonal drama, and Tekken6. It's all part of the game.

Young Justice, "Independence Day"Television Review - Nov 19, 2010 - By R.J. Carter
The sidekicks of the DC universe heroes finally get their own show, in a series heavily flavored with the Justice League Unlimited influence.

[adult swim]Television Review - Aug 23, 2002 - By Seth Gunderson
The last time I looked forward to Sunday nights, I was 10 years old and eagerly awaiting Doctor Demento. Now I'm all grown up and on Sunday nights I eagerly await cartoons.

"Bigfoot"Television Review - Jun 30, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
This Bigfoot has big shoes to fill.

"Falling Skies" 2-Part Season Two Opener: "World's Apart," "Shall We Gather At The River"Television Review - Jun 17, 2012 - By Dennis Russo
Falling Skies Season Two is explosive on TNT!

 
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