Supernatural and Other New Shows

It's that time again, time for the new Fall television season. It looks like the networks have finally realized that we really DO like sci-fi related shows, Nielson ratings or not. And don't get me started about the bogus and idiotic Nielson households... all 10,000 or so, that get to decide what stays on tv!

Supernatural on the WB appears to have promise. Part sci-fi, part horror, I was impressed with the pilot episode. Well written and well acted, if given the proper chance, Supernatural should garner a cult following. Definitely give this show a look-see if you can.

The 2-hour Threshold pilot gave me mixed signals. The first hour wasn't particularly well written, as the episode tried to introduce the cast and their varied backgrounds. However, as the show settled into it's second hour, the story felt less forced and was more enjoyable. The show is fairly straight-forward sci-fi that combines real world and some fantasy elements. The big drawback? Threshold is on CBS, and the big 3 are not known for keeping sci-fi/fantasy around for long. Could be worse though, at least it isn't on FOX.

Speak of the devil... the Bones premiere and Prison Break have not really excited me. I don't expect these 2 to remain on the schedule for long (especially with FOX's notoriously fast hook!).