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Originally posted: February 7, 2008
Is 'Friday Night Lights' in danger? Time to give NBC 'clear eyes'
Posted at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7
If you’re a fan of “Friday Night Lights,” please pay close attention. (If you’re not, what’s wrong with you?!)
Friday’s episode (Feb. 8) is the last completed before the Hollywood writers’ strike began three months ago. But I’m starting to worry that it’s the last new episode ever for the smart, enthralling drama.
NBC entertainment co-chairman Ben Silverman, who I have to say has been a great supporter of the series, suggested in a recent interview with radaronline.com that there may not be anything more he or NBC can do to save the show.
“I love it. You love it. Unfortunately, no one watches it,” Silverman told Radar. “That’s the thing with shows. People have to watch them.”
Gulp! That’s horrible news and I hate having to break it to you. I’m trying to get in touch with someone at NBC to confirm the fate of “Friday Night Lights,” but I’ve had no luck so far.
Silverman did offer the just slightest hope in the Radar chat, however. “Man, with this writers’ strike ... well, we’ll see what we can do.”
The writers’ strike is one reason it makes sense for NBC to renew “FNL.” The show is somewhat established, has already been rolling on Season 2 and can get back up and running more quickly.
The show’s unfussy style of shooting means episodes are finished much more quickly too.
And although “FNL” still is ratings-challenged in its 8 p.m. Friday time slot, it does score in certain areas.
Variety recently reported that the show has the youngest-skewing audience on Fridays, with an average viewer age of 48. It is staying competitive in the coveted 18-to-49 demo and usually winning the thin Friday night 18-to-34 crowd, Variety said.
The article also said that, according to Nielsen Media Research, “FNL” sees a 38 percent jump from its “live” audience to its “live plus 7-day” audience. “Live plus 7-day” is the rating that adds all the viewers from who watch the show on their DVRs within a week.
So “FNL” is scoring some positive numbers, not to mention that it is one of the most well-written, compelling shows on TV.
And frankly, NBC needs some good scripted dramas to offset all the stupid reality shows it’s launching.
“My Dad is Better than Your Dad” and “The Baby Borrowers”? Come on, “Friday Night Lights” is much more worthy of attention.
I hope Silverman and NBC find something they can do to save “Friday Night Lights.” It deserves yet another chance.
If you agree with me, please leave me a message here.
You can also voice your opinion to NBC. Here are some suggestions:
I suggest we help clear NBC’s eyes by sending some Visine to the network.
After all, the Dillon Panthers’ rallying cry is "Clear eyes, full hearts, can’t lose!”
PHOTO: Zach Gilford is "Friday Night Lights'" Chicago connection.
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FNL is one of the best shows on TV...I am not sure what is wrong with America. No one watches quality television like this...but they will tune into crap like Wife Swap and Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader? Sad....so sad....
Curt's response: Obviously, I fully agree Erin. And I don't get why people don't watch it either. Maybe air it on Mondays? Wednesdays? Thanks for expressing you opinion. Let NBC know too.
Posted by: Erin | Feb 8, 2008 3:20:50 PMI love this show, I look forward to it every week and even though I have a TiVo, I watch it live b/c I can't wait to watch it!!! My husband is even a fan. Go Panthers!
Curt's reply: Spread the word J., and keep the pressure on NBC. Thanks
Posted by: J. Roder | Feb 8, 2008 4:08:47 PMWhile I think Visine is clever, it's also very expensive and kind of small. A group of fans is organizing to send plastic footballs (you know, the kind they throw out into the crowd at high school football games?) imprinted with "Save Friday Night Lights! Clear eyes. Full hearts. Can't lose this show!" If you want more information come join us on MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/savefnl) or Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20823980463).
Curt's reply: Nice. I thought about footballs too. But I wanted to really make it clear to NBC how we felt, so tying it to the team motto is important. Also, paying a little for something you're sending away also shows your commitment to the show.
But there's no reason NBC can't get the message all kinds of ways. Thanks for the info. Keep the pressure on.
This is the best show on television at the moment...and it hasn't been given a fair shot with audiences. I can't wrap my mind around why this show would be in danger when it is so smart, heartfelt, and just overall fantastic!
Curt's reply: Juli, you are correct! Thank you for commenting. Keep the pressure on.
Posted by: Juli | Feb 8, 2008 5:57:55 PMI absoultly love FNL! It would terrible if NBC cancelled it. This is one of the best written shows on TV. It's rare that a TV marriage is so vital and alive and the acting is phenonmenol.
Curt's reply: It was a crime that Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton didn't receive Emmy nominations. They do an incredible job bringing their characters to life. And you are correct about the writing too. Thanks for commenting.
Posted by: Erin | Feb 8, 2008 7:57:07 PMThis is by far the best show on TV. I agree with the issues of the Friday night timelsot, but I am a huge fan and just can't enough... so I tune via the internet if I happen to miss an ep. I will definitely be writing to NBC.. we need to save this amazing drama!
Curt's reply: That's spirit. Take action! Thanks for commenting.
Posted by: Alli | Feb 8, 2008 8:30:03 PMPlease save this wonderfully well written and acted show! I enjoy the show so much I bought the first season on DVD. If you have to cancel the show, it would only be right if it ended properly. That is at least finish the second season. This way us dedicated viewers will have closer. My family and I truly enjoy the show and look forward to Friday nights. It would truly be a shame if this show was canceled.
Curt's reply: I have the 1st season on DVD as well Meghan. It's one of the few shows that I'd watch over and again. Thanks for commenting.
Posted by: Meghan | Feb 10, 2008 9:38:47 AMAs an ex-high school coach I am disappointed in the future of Friday Night Lights. It is an example of the importance an adult plays in the life of high school kids. It also shows how difficult it is for kids without adults in their life. Ratings should not be the ultimate measuring stick to judge a show by. Quality of the product and the realism of the message should be factored in.
Curt's reply: Agreed. Unfortunately, NBC is in the business to make money, so people need to watch so advertisers will buy ads and NBC will see its $. NBC needs to promote the show a heckuva lot more. Thanks for commenting and let NBC hear from you.
Posted by: Lavisse | Feb 10, 2008 9:58:36 AMFriday Night Lights is a delightful thought provoking show, one I look forward to watching on a regular basis. Please reconsider your decision to cancel the show.
Curt's reply: Maureen, I hope you sent that message along to NBC. Thanks for commenting.
Posted by: Maureen | Feb 10, 2008 10:07:57 AMAs an athlete in the 70/80's in girls/women sports I can relate to how hard it is to be one and the sometime perks that go along with it.
So the FNL show really brings out all aspects of what an athlete experinces male or female.
It is complicated and family, friends encompass it all.
So keep it running....NBC!!
Curt's reply: boo-ya! I second that emotion. Thanks for commenting.
Posted by: MoK | Feb 10, 2008 5:02:40 PMThe comments about Friday Night Lights I agree with whole heartedly. This is a tremendous tv show. I have turned so many people on to it and they all say the same thing "outstanding". I think they should start all over again and rerun the series from the start. The show is so well done and the actors make us feel like they are the real deal living in that little Texas town. Get the actors on the talk shows and push the show. And don't under estimate how many viewers are really watchingp
Curt's reply: NBC has not promoted the show at all. And this week it wasn't listed in their pick-ups. So keep the pressure on!
Posted by: phyllis tracy | Feb 14, 2008 12:03:44 AM