Dear TV Claus … From JD

For the month of December, the crew here at TheTwoCents.com will be writing our letters to TV Claus. A powerful being who transcends all beliefs to bring us the wonderment of good television. You’ll see a new letter to TV Claus almost daily here and we hope you’ll chime in your TwoCents to TV Claus too!

Dear TV Claus,

It’s JD again. Look, I know I haven’t been perfect this year, but no one ever is. Except maybe Maks on Dancing With The Stars, and even then we’re only talking physically. Not that you’re interested in that, I’m sure… Or maybe you are. I hate to assume.

Anyway, my point is that even though I fail at perfection, I still deserve a little bit of TV holiday cheer, right? If you could grant me these few wishes, I would be thrilled.

1) PLEASE let Daryl live when The Walking Dead comes back in February. While I was interested to see what would happen when he met up with his brother again, I did not to want it to end in Daryl’s demise. I appreciate the The Walking Dead‘s willingness to kill off anyone, even main characters, because it keeps you guessing… but please don’t let my favorite die!

2) In spite of the mention of Maks up above, I’m really starting to fall in love with Tristan on Dancing more. It would be awesome if he would stop getting old ladies and bad dancers for partners. I want to see him at his best, with his cute little accent and goofy faces. I mean, if Tony finally won a season after falling short for fourteen seasons, you can make sure Tristan gets thrown a bone too, right?

3) Bring back Here Comes Honey Boo Boo!

I have no way to defend that request, other than I’m probably sick in the head.

Dear TV Claus … From Jeff L

For the month of December, the crew here at TheTwoCents.com will be writing our letters to TV Claus. A powerful being who transcends all beliefs to bring us the wonderment of good television. You’ll see a new letter to TV Claus almost daily here and we hope you’ll chime in your TwoCents to TV Claus too!

Dear TV Claus,

First of all, let’s remember the children.

Ok Claus, let’s get down to business:

Please let the UK television (and state-side stations!) learn a lesson from the Doctor.

It’s foolish to wait months between broadcasting your show in the UK and showing it on television in America. All it does is encourage
spoilers and pirates. Doctor Who realized this and began broadcasting their shows on the same day in the US and the UK and it’s been working. Don’t wait three months to show us Sherlock or Downton Abbey — which hasn’t even started airing it’s third season in the U.S. yet and I already know Lord Crawley’s MAJOR SPOILER points. I’m talking to you too, Misfits, Wizards vs Aliens, An Idiot Abroad, etc. etc.

Dear TV Claus … From Valentina

For the month of December, the crew here at TheTwoCents.com will be writing our letters to TV Claus. A powerful being who transcends all beliefs to bring us the wonderment of good television. You’ll see a new letter to TV Claus almost daily here and we hope you’ll chime in your TwoCents to TV Claus too!

Dear TV Claus,

You were pretty good to me last year, so big thanks! I’m not asking for much this year, but I think my requests are pretty reasonable. Without further ado, here’s my wishlist! See what you can do.

Please make sure 30 Rock has the legendary series finale they deserve! I want a finale that people will bring up when they discuss the best finales of all time. Liz, Jack, Jenna, and the whole TGS gang deserve a great conclusion to their story.

Please, please, pleeeeease let Community actually air in February. I’ve been waiting all year long for season four, and NBC manages to pull the rug out from under me, time and time again. Let’s stick to the February airdate, okay?

TNT Cancels Leverage

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TNT announced late today that it has officially pulled the plug on Leverage after five seasons. The series finale is set to air on this Tuesday December 25.

In a statement Friday, a TNT spokesperson wrote:

“TNT’s Leverage has thrilled audiences with its delightfully intricate plots, its “stand up for the little guy” attitude and its terrific performances from stars Timothy Hutton, Gina Bellman, Christian Kane, Beth Riesgraf and Aldis Hodge. But after five wonderful years, it’s time to say goodbye. Leverage will come to a close on Christmas, Tuesday, Dec. 25, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT), with a series finale that stands as one of the show’s best episodes.

We are honored to have worked with executive producer Dean Devlin, Electric Entertainment, creators John Rogers and Chris Downey, and all the cast and production crew on Leverage. We look forward to exploring new opportunities to work with them again in the future. We also want to thank the passionately devoted fans of Leverage, who have been the driving force behind its success.”

American Idol Season 12 Premieres with Advanced Screening January 9

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On Wednesday, Jan. 9 (7:00 PM ET/4:00 PM PT), fans in 11 cities across the country will have the exclusive opportunity to see the Season 12 premiere episode of AMERICAN IDOL for free one week prior to its debut on FOX. Immediately following (8:30 PM ET/5:30 PM PT), AMERICAN IDOL host Ryan Seacrest and judges Mariah Carey, Randy Jackson, Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban will participate in a nationwide, interactive Q&A, which will be live streamed on http://www.americanidol.com and http://www.livestream.com.

Originating from Royce Hall at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), the debut episode and LIVE Q&A will be uplinked via television satellite from Los Angeles to venues in New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Detroit, Boston, Nashville, Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Houston. Fans can RSVP by logging on to http://www.idolrsvp.com and submitting their name and contact information. The unique promotional event will enable thousands to see the season’s first episode before it premieres on the network in a special two-night event Wednesday, Jan. 16 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Thursday, Jan.17 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

The Walking Dead Gets a Season Four; Glen Mazzara Leaving as Showrunner

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Today, AMC announces the season 4 pick-up of The Walking Dead.

AMC also jointly announces with Glen Mazzara today that for future seasons, the two parties have mutually decided to part ways. Glen guided the series creatively for seasons 2 and 3. AMC is grateful for his hard work. We are both proud of our shared success.

Both parties acknowledge that there is a difference of opinion about where the show should go moving forward, and conclude that it is best to part ways. This decision is amicable and Glen will remain on for post-production on season 3B as showrunner and executive producer.

Dear TV Claus … From Patricia

For the month of December, the crew here at TheTwoCents.com will be writing our letters to TV Claus. A powerful being who transcends all beliefs to bring us the wonderment of good television. You’ll see a new letter to TV Claus almost daily here and we hope you’ll chime in your TwoCents to TV Claus too!

Dear TV Claus,

Thank you for giving me one thing from my list last year — renewing Fringe, even if it was just for 13 episodes. Thank you doesn’t begin to express my appreciation for giving us time to wrap up a show that is sure to go down in history as one of the very best science fiction series of all time.

I usually have a long list for you, but this year I have a single request. Could you please make sure that the amazing John Noble is not only nominated for his final season, but also wins? His work as Walter Bishop and Walternate has been nothing short of outstanding.

The X Factor – Recap & Review – Finale Results

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The X Factor
Finale Results

Original Air Date: Dec 20, 2012

Patricia Morris Buckley — Sr. Staff Writer
pmb@thetwocentscorp.com

The performances by Pitbull and One Direction were good distractions. The red carpet and Christmas songs felt like filler. The cameo appearances by Top 16 contestants were memory shaking (from “who was that?” to “ohh, I miss them”).

But really, the night came down to the last five minutes.

New CINEMAX Series Banshee Premieres January 11

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The new action series BANSHEE kicks off its ten-episode season FRIDAY, JAN. 11 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on CINEMAX.

Executive produced by Jonathan Tropper, David Schickler, Peter Macdissi, Alan Ball and Greg Yaitanes, the primetime action series stars Antony Starr (“Rush”) as Lucas Hood, an ex-con and master thief who assumes the identity of the sheriff of Banshee, Pa., where he continues his criminal activities, even as he’s hunted by the shadowy gangsters he betrayed years earlier. The production was shot in and around Charlotte, NC.

The X Factor – Recap & Review – Final Performances

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The X Factor
Final Performances

Original Air Date: Dec 19, 2012

Patricia Morris Buckley — Sr. Staff Writer
pmb@thetwocentscorp.com

I haven’t gotten emotional watching The X Factor this year…until tonight. The episode began with a show of support to the folks of Newtown. The Top 10 came out in white and sang “You Are Not Alone.” I didn’t cry when the acts sang, or when children’s choir joined in. But when they listed the names of the victims, I went to pieces.

But the reason for the show is the three finalists: Tate Stevens, Carly Rose Sonenclar and Fifth Harmony. They had three last songs to get America to vote for them so they can win a $5 million recording contract.