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Ask Matt: Serialized shows!
Why do complex and serialized shows like "Angel", "Buffy" or "Farscape" have so much problems with the ratings? Plus "Tru Calling"! |
 Question:
As a fan of shows like Farscape, Angel and other very serialized stories, I am curious to see if you believe that protracted and detailed story arcs are incompatible with a show's ability to acquire solid ratings. I continue to be disappointed when challenging and emotionally rewarding television can't seem to crack the necessary ratings to stay in business. Even Alias, a very serialized show (early on) reinvented itself and began focusing on more stand-alone episodes. It was as if the show lost some of its intricacy in exchange for capturing greater viewing figures (i.e., the throngs of people who will not watch it religiously). Don't get me wrong, I'm looking forward to Season 4 of Alias and I think Alias has done a great job telling great stories and there are exceptions (Buffy was able to end on its own terms), but I'm curious if cult TV by its very nature can never become hugely successful. — David
 Matt:
The conventional wisdom still holds that the more complex a show's serialized nature, the less mass appeal it will have. But the success of Desperate Housewives and Lost is opening minds to the possibilities of serialized entertainment again, which is a very, very good thing. However, these could be anomalies, and neither show is as dense as some of the cult faves (including Buffy) that have come and gone over these last few frustrating seasons. So for the most part, it's still going to be an uphill climb for the more ambitiously layered series.
Question:
Just watched some of my daughter's Tru Calling DVD I got her for Christmas. When is the second season going to air? — Sharon
Matt:
Last time on this subject until Fox actually announces something (if ever). Six episodes were shot for a second season before Fox shut down production. Whether these episodes will air, let alone when, is still a question mark. Once Fox makes a decision one way or the other, I'm sure everyone who cares will be informed soon enough.
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