Some shows are already feeling the effects of the writers strike. The Hollywood Insider has learned that the CBS sitcoms Two and a Half Men, Big Bang Theory, and Rules of Engagement have shut down indefinitely while Fox’s Til Death has gone dark. And it seems all but certain that Fox’s Back To You will shut down after the show’s planned hiatus ends today. More to follow….
Nov 6
2007
11:11 PM ET
Strike halts production on some CBS, Fox shows
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TV Finale Highlights
Five days at a glance*
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Tuesday, May 1
- The Biggest Loser NBC, 8-9PM
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Friday, May 4
- In Plain Sight USA, 10-11PM
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Sunday, May 6
- The Amazing Race CBS, 8-10PM
- GCB NBC, 10-11PM
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Monday, May 7
- Two Broke Girls CBS, 8-9PM
- Castle ABC, 10-11PM
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Tuesday, May 8
- Last Man Standing ABC, 8-8:30PM
- The Voice NBC, 8-10PM
- New Girl FOX, 9-9:31PM
- Unforgettable CBS, 10-11PM
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Wednesday, May 9
- CSI CBS, 10-11PM
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Thursday, May 10
- The Big Bang Theory CBS, 8-8:31PM
- The Vampire Diaries The CW, 8-9PM
- The Office NBC, 9-9:30PM
- The Secret Circle The CW, 9-10PM
- Parks and Recreation NBC, 9:30-10PM
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Friday, May 11
- The Finder FOX, 8-9PM
- Undercover Boss CBS, 8-9PM
- Fringe FOX, 9-10PM
- CSI: NY CBS, 9-10PM
- Blue Bloods CBS, 10-11PM
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Sunday, May 13
- Once Upon A Time ABC, 8-9PM
- Survivor: One World CBS, 8-10PM
- Desperate Housewives ABC, 9-11PM, SERIES FINALE
- American Dad FOX, 9:30-10PM
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Monday, May 14
- Bones FOX, 8-9PM
- How I Met Your Mother CBS, 8-9PM
- Gossip Girl The CW, 8-9PM
- Two and a Half Men CBS, 9-9:30PM
- Hart of Dixie The CW, 9-10PM
- Mike & Molly CBS, 9:30-10PM
- Hawaii Five-0 CBS, 10-11PM
- Smash NBC, 10-11PM
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Tuesday, May 15
- 90210 The CW, 8-9PM
- Cougar Town ABC, 8-9PM
- NCIS CBS, 8-9PM
- NCIS: Los Angeles CBS, 9-11PM
- Fashion Star NBC, 10-11PM
- Private Practice ABC, 10-11PM
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Wednesday, May 16
- Suburgatory ABC, 8:30-9PM
- Criminal Minds CBS, 9-11PM
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Thursday, May 17
- Missing ABC, 8-9PM
- Community NBC, 8-8:30PM, 9-10PM
- 30 Rock NBC, 8:30-9PM
- Rules of Engagement CBS, 8:30-9PM
- Awake NBC, 9-11PM
- Grey's Anatomy ABC, 9-10PM
- Person of Interest CBS, 9-10PM
- The Mentalist CBS, 10-11PM
- Scandal ABC, 10-11PM
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Friday, May 18
- Nikita The CW, 8-9PM
- Shark Tank ABC, 8-9PM
- Who Do You Think You Are NBC, 8-9PM
- Grimm NBC, 9-10PM
- Supernatural The CW, 9-10PM
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Saturday, May 19
- Saturday Night Live NBC, 11:29PM-1AM
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Sunday, May 20
- America's Funniest Home Videos ABC, 7-8PM
- The Cleveland Show FOX, 7:30-8PM
- Harry's Law NBC, 8-9PM
- The Simpsons FOX, 8-8:30PM
- Bob's Burgers FOX, 8:30-9PM
- Celebrity Apprentice NBC, 9-11PM
- Family Guy FOX, 9-10PM
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Monday, May 21
- Dancing With the Stars (Performance) ABC, 8-9PM
- House FOX, 8-10PM, SERIES FINALE
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Tuesday, May 22
- American Idol (Performance) FOX, 8-9PM
- Dancing With the Stars (Results) ABC, 9-11PM
- Glee FOX, 9-10PM
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Wednesday, May 23
- The Middle ABC, 8-8:30PM
- American Idol (Results) FOX, 8-10:07PM
- Modern Family ABC, 9-9:30PM
- Don't Trust the B ABC, 9:30-10PM
- Revenge ABC, 10-11PM
- Law & Order: SVU NBC, 10-11PM
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Tuesday, May 29
- The L.A. Complex The CW, 9-10PM
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Wednesday, May 30
- America's Next Top Model: British Invasion The CW, 9-10PM
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And of course it is most likely going to affect great shows like Heroes and Lost as well. This is so stupid. I understand that these writers want what is due to them, and they must make the industry comply with that, but that is why you get a good lawyer and make sure you have a solid contract you are happy with BEFORE signing onto a project. Duh. If you have to fix these problems AFTER being hired then you didn’t do it right in the first place, and now the viewing public gets to suffer.
I agree. The Big Bang Theory got almost 10 million viewers this week. It is becoming a hit. A long shut down could really hurt its momentum. Come on writers and studio/network execs, lets get a deal done already.
hey!! it’s sticks. I know it might effect heroes. The big bang theory has become such a great comedy. Gossip Girl has become a drama. Both which are new and trying to strive their first season. Other shows will be effected. I watch too much television. I really want them to make a deal. The new sitcoms will defiantly be canceled or effected in some way. Please one side, cave in
Jaye, you clearly know nothing about unions and collective bargaining agreements. I’d suggest you read up on them before sharing your ill-formed opinions.
Don’t worry, I am sure my “ill-informed” opinions have no influence over–well–anything, but I wasn’t trying to get into union specifics to begin with. I was pointing out that you should know what you want before applying for a job and make sure you get exactly what it is you want before accepting the job that way the viewing masses don’t have to suffer as result. As you can see I offer no intricate union facts or details, just sharing a viewer’s frustration and a way the Hollywood industry could prevent that frustration in the future.