"Rich & Shameless" is a collection of seven premium films produced by TNT and Raw. The series delves into the lives of individuals who have achieved enormous wealth and the ups and downs that come with it. The films offer a glimpse into the realities of extreme wealth, something that most people never experience.
Each film in the series tells a true story, capturing both the successes and failures of the individuals involved. Viewers are taken on a journey that explores the thrills and miseries that accompany such immense wealth. Through this series, viewers gain a better understanding of the complexities that come with a life of luxury.
The series provides a unique insight into the lives of the wealthy and famous. It reveals the harsh realities of their experiences, which are often glamorized in popular culture. With "Rich & Shameless," viewers can gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of wealth and the struggles that come with it.
The much loved Disney Channel series, Sonny With A Chance returns in full force minus the title character, Sonny (who was played by Demi Lovato). Seen in each episode of So Random! will be a series of perhaps five to six comedy sketches that include musical performances with guest stars and the "show within a show" style Disney is so famous for. Cast members include Tiffany Thornton (Hannah Montana, Wizards of Waverly Place) as Tawni Hart, Sterling Sandmann Knight (17 Again, Starstruck) as Chad Dylan Cooper, Nico Harris is played by Brandon Mychal Smith (Phil of the Future, Starstruck), and Nico's best friend Grady Mitchell (played by Douglas Brochu from iCarly, Pair of Kings). The familiar cast work well together and are friends on and off screen. Demi Lovato who played Sonny left the show for health reasons, confirming in April of 2011 that she would not be returning to the show or the newly formed So Random! With an improve flair So Random! attempts to give the young cast reason (excuses) to act up, be silly, and dress up in a preposterous manner. But it happens to work out very well! Check out the juvenile styled "Wheel of Fortune" version with kid celebrities including Willow Smith (daughter of Will Smith), Taylor Swift, and YouTube whiz kid Fred Figglehorn.
Magazine columnist Andrew Carlson knows the etiquette column he writes is outdated and he is most likely the "last of his kind" but someone has to do it. David Hornsby is Carlson and is also the creator of the new series which is an adaptation of a non-fiction book by John Bridges titled How to Be a Gentleman. Hornsby, formerly from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, is the uptight magazine columnist who still believes in chivalry and opening doors for the ladies. His side kick is an exact opposite, making the two of them resemble Felix and Oscar from the Odd Couple. Kevin Dillon (Entourage) is Bert Lansing a veteran of the war in Iraq and brother to actor Matt Dillon, is a macho trainer who recently inherited a fitness center. He fits the Oscar Madison character to a T. Bert intends to down grade Andrew's gentlemanly habits and show him how to live his life more like a "bad boy". Dave Foley (News Radio) is Jerry, the editor of the magazine Andrew Carlson works for.
Comedy series Blue Mountain State has its football team, The Goats as well as plenty of sex, drunken college students, hazing, wild parties, and even drugs to fill a few dorm rooms and frat houses. Now in its third season on Spike this Lionsgate Television series brings plenty of humor to the fictional college that is located somewhere in the mid west U.S. Cast includes: Alex Moran (Darin Brooks from Days of our Lives) as a football quarterback with a superb track record from his high school days, who want to enjoy all that college life has to offer while also becoming a star on the gridiron. Sammy Cacciatore (Chris Romano from How I Met Your Mother) is the team's mascot and dresses up like a goat for games and resides in a closet at the Goat House. Alan Ritchson from Aquaman plays Thad Castle a linebacker and a senior All-American who got in trouble for calling referees "butt faces". He's not very popular with his teammates because he's a bully. Up and coming freshman Radon Randell (played by Page Kennedy from My Name is Earl, Blind Justice) is a starting quarterback with lots of potential, that is if he can survive the hazing and wild partying of college life at Blue Mountain State. The residents of the Goat House have fun, learn a lot that's not necessarily of future use, and party hard!
Laurieann "Boomkack" Gibson is host of Born to Dance, a reality show for those who love to dance (or just watch great dancers get their start). An "America's Got Talent" just for dancers, this new eight episode series provides a good opportunity for those who are passionate about dancing. And a prize of $50,000 won't hurt the competitive spirit of these talented young people either. Presented on BET (Black Entertainment Television), Born to Dance: Laurieann Gibson will take 20 aspiring hopefuls through a process of elimination each week, where someone will leave the show and the rest compete for the final winning spot. A musical video style competition is one weeks challenge while others include making a TV commercial, and even the opportunity to perform, live with the one and only, Lady Gaga and do it before a full house on the Monster's Ball Tour. Dancers can show off their fancy footwork and their ability to choreograph their dance steps and style each week of the competition until only one is left standing. Not for the shy or bashful, this contest is all about having a passion for dance.
Back for another season due to an explosion of popularity, Tosh.0 will now be seen with 25 episodes although they may be split up over the year. Tosh.0 was recently called the top cable program watched by adults from 18 to 49 years of age with some 2.4 million watching. That's quite a feat indeed for a self created show. Daniel Tosh himself is responsible for creation, production, writing scripts, and presenting the program that basically throws humorous barbs at videos seen on the internet. Episodes begin with a clip of a video seen on the internet then Tosh makes fun of the various sequences in the video followed by him posting his comments about it as others might do on sites like YouTube. He keeps on making posts until he runs out of jokes or 20 seconds, whichever comes first. Redemption is an option when Daniel Tosh invites those who's video clips he has emphasized onto the show. He also brings on musical artists he likes in what is called a web remix and invites them to perform. A wide variety of material keeps this entertaining show a must see!
Batman: The Brave and the Bold, featuring two or more of the super heroes who decide to come together and foil super villains and solve crimes, plays out on television weekly in this animated American series. When Batman teams up with other super heroes life will be safer here on planet Earth. Each show begins with an introduction and the villain and super hero may be introduced for that specific episode. Each episode is split into two parts with an adventure before the theme song is played followed by the main adventure or plot. In this version of the Dark Knight we see a more playful and light hearted hero with occasional reference to the 1960's version of the Batman series thrown in just for fun. Some of the super heroes and villains appearing on episodes of Batman: The Brave and the Bold include Green Lantern, Equinox, Vulture, Elasti-Girl, Wildcat, Riddler, Space Ghost, Crazy Quilt, and the Flash. Vicki Vale makes an occasional appearance as Bruce Wayne's love interest. A light tone for the younger set is common in this series but the subject of death is covered somewhat when the murders of Bruce Wayne's parents, Thomas and Martha Wayne by the evil Joe Chill are retold.
With all the music and talent competitions floating around now days it was a wise decision to include some school pride and a cappella style singers. Each episode there are eliminations as expected, and a culmination at the end when the winners are announced. This season the competitors include Howard University, Dartmouth College, The University of Delaware, and Brigham Young University. In the first episode we see that The Cat's Pajamas (from Branson, MO) and the Fannin Family from Hortonville, WI were the first two groups to be eliminated. Hosted by Nick Lachey (former member of 98 Degrees, a boy band) and talented judges including Shawn Stockman (from Boyz II Men), Ben Folds (singer, songwriter) and Sara Bareilles (pianist, singer, songwriter) who replaces Nicole Scherzinger (lead singer of Pussycat Dolls) who moved to judge on The X Factor. Some super stars of the musical world will make appearances including Neil Diamond, Bobby McFerrin, Smokey Robinson, and Boyz II Men. For those who like pop music and anyone who appreciates talent when they see it this show insures a definite good time viewing.
The new hit series Prime Suspect is a reboot of a crime drama already familiar to British television viewers. The strong female role is now played by Maria Bello in the U.S. version whereas Helen Mirren capably handled the rough and tumble female cop role in the original British version. We find out in the first few minutes exactly how not to approach Detective Timoney as she is simply not in the mood for small talk or flirting. Jane Timoney is a dedicated member of the NYPD and has plenty of "attitude". As with other female cop roles like Olivia Benson (played by Mariska Hargitay on Law & Order SVU), Mary Shannon of In Plain Sight, Kyra Sedgwick's Brenda Johnson from The Closer, and the original Police Woman herself, Angie Dickinson's Pepper Anderson the most difficult part of being a good looking female cop may be convincing others the can handle the job. So attitude goes a long way. Starring Maria Bello (ER, World Trade Center) who handle such cases as a raped and murdered woman after it happened in front of her small children. The case goes to her but is taken away by another detective who dies on the job, prompting her to demand it be returned to her. Aidan Quinn (Legends of the Fall, Nine Lives) is Lieutenant Kevin Sweeney who is often helpful to Jane.
When billionaire software guru known simply as Mr. Finch develops a software program for computers that helps identify someone who potentially will become involved with violent crime he intended the program to help locate terrorists in our midst and prevent another disaster such as happened on September 11, 2001. As they work with the software it is soon learned there are other uses for it. The program can be set to detect those who run the risk of being involved in some sort of violent crime but cannot tell if those involved will become victims or perpetrator or simply witnesses to the crime. While crimes cannot be stopped before happening they do find it helpful in solving and making arrests. Helping Mr. Finch (Michael Emerson from Lost, The Practice) solve these crimes is John Reese (Jim Caviezel of Outlander, The Prisoner), formerly with the CIA and now presumed to be dead. Mr. Finch is also thought to be deceased and the two have worked out a plan to locate those singled out by the software program by use of their social security numbers.
Most that have some form of celebrity status are beloved by millions! Take athletes and especially Olympic medal winner, very few do not have enormous fan clubs and generally nothing but praise is bestowed on them. But there are some "stars" whose light shines a little less bright in many people's eyes. Some examples of this type of personality are Jersey Shore's Snooki (Nicole Elizabeth Polizzi). She is just one of those personalities many love to hate! It's just something about their persona or maybe they actually are somewhat despicable. Another example and is also seen on the pilot episode is Kim Kardashian (Keeping Up With The Kardashians). Those who have animosity towards Kim are most likely jealous of her fame and fortune for being a non-celebrity. Mario Lopez (Saved ByThe Bell, Nip/Tuck) hosts and is part of the production crew for H8R which is the texting short-cut for Hater. There could be a long line up of celebrities to appear on the program, it's up to them to come forward and admit they are not exactly beloved by all. Some that have been booked thus far include Eva Longoria, Barry Bonds, and Kat Von D. The producers hope to get many more including Mel Gibson, Joan Rivers, Lady Gaga, and even Sarah Palin.
