Heh. Bets on how many episodes will air before it gets cancelled? :P

(Yes, I'm both bitter and cynical.)

VirtualWolf | May 12, 13:19 CET

Sadly, VirtualWolf, you're on the right track. On the one hand, I want to believe that since the series has ties to the Terminator film franchise (it's set in between Terminator 2: Judgment Day and Terminator 3: Rise Of The Machines), it might help its chances at staying on the air. Then again, this is FOX we're talking about so, on the other hand, I wonder if I should wait until seven or so episodes have aired, and the series has been picked up before I start watching it. I'm looking forward to it but given FOX's track record, if it is getting picked up, who knows how much of it we'll get to see?

jason.cinema | May 12, 13:29 CET

Well, from a purely selfish UK perspective, i'd suggest the Yanks on board watch the first 2 episodes at least (assuming they're interested). Fox seems to look at the opening ratings quite closely so it's more likely to stay on if they're high. On the other hand 2 episodes is probably not enough to absolutely fall in love with the show so you may not get as burned if, despite you watching, the show's still pulled.

I can understand the 'wait and see' perspective but it does maybe seem a bit self-fulfilling. And since the idea is presumably a) to avoid pain and b) to 'teach' Fox to give shows a chance I doubt it'd work anyway (cos a) life is pain ;) and b) Fox don't really seem to be big learners i.e. they'll just assume the show tanked for the usual reasons and carry right on as before).

And if true, yay Summer ;).

Saje | May 12, 13:40 CET

Well one factor that the show has going for itself, is the name recognition. So I can see a lot of people tuning in at the start. Whether it will retain the audience is another question.

Simon | May 12, 13:41 CET

Hopefully this will be a hit and give Summer her big break.

Derf | May 12, 16:59 CET

Yes, all our BDHs deserve a break. The Production Company that owns "The Sarah Connor Chronicles" has the screen rights to the Terminator Franchise as well, so this looks to be a strong contender. Fox not withstanding, if enough folks watch it this show stands more than a fighting chance.

Go Summer!! :)

TDBrown | May 12, 21:03 CET

Summer will kick ass, literally and figuratively!

Pointy | May 12, 21:22 CET

I'd cheer, but since it's gonna be on FOX... :-/

[ edited by Salocin on 2007-05-12 21:05 ]

Salocin | May 13, 00:04 CET

Joining VirtualWolf in the bitter and cynical camp. But also understanding that if no one watches because of Fox's track record for canceling shows without giving them a chance, there is a "self fulfilling prophecy" issue.
Watching a new Fox show is kind of like encountering a new potential love interest in R/L, for those who are single. If you don't at least get your toes wet for fear of getting your heart broken yet again .... well, just saying :)

Shey | May 13, 04:47 CET

Saje has a point about watching the first 2 shows. Certainly the "wait and see" approach, on any kind of scale would make survival even more unlikely, and faze Fox not one bit. I do understand the desire to avoid pain here, but I for one, pretty much never learned how to do that anyhow.

toast | May 13, 14:10 CET

Congratulations, Summer, but, after Drive -- yikes! Yes, I will definitely watch anyway -- I never, ever learn. :-(

billz | May 14, 12:22 CET