CHAOS -- New CBS Action Comedy Series -- Premieres 4/01/11
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CHAOS -- New CBS Action Comedy Series -- Premieres 4/01/11
By djariya at 2011-03-19
Synopsis for Pilot:
Spoiler:
Starring:
Freddy Rodriguez (Ugly Betty)
Eric Close (Without a Trace)
Kurtwood Smith (24, That 70's Show)
Christina Cole (Human Target)
Tim Blake Nelson
Created by Tom Spezialy (Parker Lewis Can't Lose, Ed, Desperate Housewives, Reaper)
13 episode order.
Pilot Directed by Brett Ratner
Yes, this is indeed an Action Comedy with the CIA as a backdrop.
Trailer:
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I'll give this a whirl, it looks quirky and different compared to most CBS 1 hour shows. But the reviews have been pretty mediocre.
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I'll watch anything with Eric Close in it.
I have a feeling this is going to be my time filler show. Not something I need to watch every week, but something I'll let pile up and watch a slower pace.
I have a feeling this is going to be my time filler show. Not something I need to watch every week, but something I'll let pile up and watch a slower pace.
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Looks like it has potential. The preview looked great from a production value POV, but it was directed by Ratner in LA. The series will be shot in Vancouver and not directed by Ratner for the most part.
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Looking forward to it. I love those action comedy type shows and the fact that it's based on the CIA is cool. Plus, I love the cast.
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Hey, I'm here to please...
The creator of CHAOS, Tom Spezialy, sent out these 10 reasons to TVLine.com why people should be watching his show.
http://www-tvline-com.vimg.net/wp-co...0401093631.jpg
The creator of CHAOS, Tom Spezialy, sent out these 10 reasons to TVLine.com why people should be watching his show.
http://www-tvline-com.vimg.net/wp-co...0401093631.jpg
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Isn't fringe on at 8pm on Fridays?
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ahhh, see in my market, Fringe is on at 8pm. AZ is weird like that.
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Actually CBS really wanted this show. They originally ordered only 8 episodes from FOX, who produces this show, but FOX told them to fuck off because it's not worth it for them to produce only 8 episodes. Studios cannot sell shows to overseas buyers with so few episodes. So CBS gave in and bought 13 episodes and are co-producing the show.
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but that being said, CHAOS pilot was pretty good.. Cast seem to click really well and show seemed to be well paced.. I'm not sure how long the they can keep working the -lie/trick the new guy- vibe for story line but I guess we will see..
little bit of old school A-team action in the pilot as they seem to go out of their way to not hurt anyone. I mean come on, an emp like stun bomb? A whole tactical team into the camp but ya know, some still get out... meh..
but over all still pretty good.. I'll keep watching, also huge bonus points for the room full of money really being a huge room full of money. So many times a show just points to this tiny locker/trunk and then act like it has 50+ million in it..
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Agreed that the preview gave away about every little plot line, but I enjoyed it quite a bit. I found it well worth my time to watch and will tune in again.
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Liked seeing goofy Tim Blake Nelson as the fighter guy.
Looks like ratings weren't that great. 6.4 million and 1.1 in 18-49. Defenders did much, much better than that. Red Dog, you may still get your wish.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...-friday-174118
Looks like ratings weren't that great. 6.4 million and 1.1 in 18-49. Defenders did much, much better than that. Red Dog, you may still get your wish.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...-friday-174118
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Thought this was pretty fun. The scorpion-eating bit was my favorite part.
I'm with Red Dog, though. Bring back The Defenders.
I'm with Red Dog, though. Bring back The Defenders.
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I'd watch both shows if they were on. Hopefully they have a chance to keep both around.
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I thought this was pretty decent -- hadn't even heard of it until reading this thread last week
I'll be back for more next week.
I'll be back for more next week.
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We didn't even make it 20 minutes. And we are usually pretty tolerant of our action comedies.