Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Fall TV: Stephanie's top 10 returning shows

We've spent a lot of time on the show talking about new fall TV, but I thought I'd take a few minutes and discuss the shows I can't wait to see again.

1. "Glee"-From the infectious musical numbers to the quirky comedy to the heart breaking emotional moments, "Glee" is the show that I get most excited for each week.


This season, our favorite glee club is gearing up for nationals in New York City, so everything is more important. Plus, Rachel and Finn are a couple now and Will and Sue must team up against the new football coach. Throw in Cheyenne Jackson as rival Vocal Adrenaline's new coach and a "Rocky Horror" themed Halloween episode and I might burst into song while I wait.


2. "NCIS"-
When we left off Gibbs and his crew, they had just defeated a Mexican drug cartel and Ziva was finally becoming a U.S. citizen. Unfortunately, the head of the cartel survived to make a visit to Gibbs' father, and then the dreaded "to be continued."

"NCIS" is one of the most consistently good shows on TV. It never disappoints and is still interesting eight seasons in.

3. "Castle"-
Since Tim and I interviewed the cast at Comic-Con, we have become even bigger fans of the show, if that's possible. In season three Castle returns from the Hamptons, but the team is not happy with him because he hasn't kept in touch.

Other developments this season include, a possible romance between Lanie and Esposito, Alexis' first love interest and Castle and Beckett go to Los Angeles for a case and get involved in the Nikki Heat movie.


4. "Bones"-
This show is all about the chemistry between David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel. As Booth and Brennan, they are the anchors that keep the show grounded.
After seven months apart, the team gets back together to work on a case and there are a few changes, most notably Booth's new girlfriend. Though no one wants to see this show fall victim to a "Moonlighting" curse, the constant will they or won't they romance is starting to feel redundant. Hopefully, this season the producers make a definitive choice.

5. "Community"-
While this show started slow, it really hit its stride towards the end of the first season with episodes like "Contemporary American Poultry" and the instant classic "Modern Warfare."

Joel McHale has really come into his own as the lead and Danny Pudi and Donald Glover steal every scene they're in as wacky best friends Abed and Troy. Current Hollywood It Girl Betty White guest stars in the season premiere and the Jeff/Britta/Annie triangle will be resolved. "Community" is one of the most unique shows on TV and I can't wait to see what new ridiculousness will occur in the second season.
The rest of the best:

6. "Supernatural"-
My new summer favorite returns to the original formula with Sam and Dean Winchester battling demons and angels.

7. "Chuck"-
Dolph Lundgren, Linda Hamilton and the Old Spice guy are among the guest stars. Need I say more.

8. "Dexter"-
The new season picks up immediately after Rita's death, as Dexter tries to deal with being a single parent and a serial killer.

9. "How I Met Your Mother"-
There are rumors that the newly casted Jennifer Morrison may be the elusive mother. Also more Neil Patrick Harris hilarity.

10. "One Tree Hill"-
After eight seasons, I'm too invested to stop watching. The characters are still likable and have held up surprisingly well from what began as a teen show.

Honorable Mentions:
"Fringe," "NCIS: Los Angeles" and "Smallville"

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