The biggest television networks in the country are set to launch more new shows in one week than they have in years. This proves an expensive bet for each of them as the future of broadcast television remains clouded as the internet is quickly gaining as a main source for entertainment.
Over the next seven nights some 58 shows will premiere on the four big television networks (ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox) with 17 of them debuting for the first time. The target, claim Friday nights and build off their successes of last season.
With a new device from Apple Inc. set to pipe more content than ever before into homes across the country, they are pulling out all the stops and working hard to make sure people tune in.
But last year studios saw their first increase in years in terms of overall viewership during the prime-time hours. It was a huge win for everyone as they looked to be regaining strength. But with so many switch-ups from last season, the jury is still out as to whether they can expand on their previous success.
For years networks have worked hard to create as many unscripted 'reality' shows as possible. That changes this year as most new shows are scripted dramas and comedies. 'Mike & Molly' from the creators of 'Two and a Half Men' shows promise, as does 'The Event', 'Detroit 1-8-7' and 'Law & Order: Los Angeles'. But if there is anything I have learned over my years anticipating new shows, nothing is a hit unless it has survived winter hiatus.
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