It used to be that short-lived television shows which were cancelled from television networks just died a quick death, despite the fact that hundreds of thousands (or even millions) of fans tuned in each week to watch the new show's installments. These shows were taken off the air unceremoniously, without regard to a developed fan base.
Disappointed people everywhere should rejoice, because the 101 Network is bringing back four excellent shows that didn't quite make the ratings cut on major networks. "Smith," "The Nine," "Eyes," and "Wonderland" are all coming back to life on the 101. "Wonderland" is already running, and the other three will be soon to follow.
The 2006 crime drama "Smith" centers on a gang of professional criminals who hop from city to city perpetrating high level crimes. The show has been described by raving fans as "edgy, smart and dangerous," "one of the best programs I've ever seen," and "a high flying and fast-paced action series" about normal people successfully committing amazingly complex crimes.
The cast includes Simon Baker (currently of The Mentalist fame), Virginia Madsen (blonde bombshell who has made appearances on Star Trek: Voyager, CSI: Miami, and The Practice, to name a few), and Ray Liotta (who began his career as Joey Perrini on Another World and has since moved on to movie star fame).
The 2006 drama "The Nine" followed a group of strangers who were held hostage during a bank heist. The fresh concept of the show is the opening sequence, which each week depicts ten more minutes of the 52-hour hostage stand off, showing the viewer in great detail the series of events that led to these nine ordinary people being forever linked with one another.
The show starred the gorgeous Lourdes Benedicto, dashing Timothy Daly, perky Camille Guaty, the reserved Chi McBride, hot Kim Raver, likeable Scott Wolf, the inimitable John Billingsley, dreamy Owain Yeoman, down-home girl Dana Davis, and the classically trained actress Jessica Collins. An excellent cast with fine chemistry, "The Nine" was a great addition to satellite television offerings the first time around, and is sure to be a hit when it begins to rerun on the 101 Network.
The 2005 series "Eyes" (as in "private eyes") is a fast-paced drama about a high-tech detective agency. This all too short-lived show's basic premise is if someone steals $100 from you, call the cops. If they steal $100,000, call the FBI. If they steal $100 million, call the Judd Risk agency - quite exciting!
Intended as a mid-season replacement during breaks from regularly scheduled network shows, Eyes was overlooked by the networks, but not by the fans. It is brilliant but before its time, as other less sophisticated shows along the same premise have followed and been renewed. Eyes is definitely worth a look during your next local showing time.
"Wonderland" is already running on Channel 101 Network and has gathered a devoted following in its satellite television rerun resurrection. Check your satellite television channel guide for more information.
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