It’s TV Time!

There is nothing better than that rush of excitement before the start of a new TV season. Ever since I was a kid, I adored September and the new influx of shows. Back then, you didn’t get a lot of cliffhangers, not like today. Still, it was like seeing my old school friends after the summer break. All my favourite character back to spend time with me.

I’ve been let down a few times by the return of a show. Some have taken turns that I didn’t like, that I wish they hadn’t, or were emotionally painful to watch. That’s good writing and good acting. And I love it!

Anyone who has followed my blog for any length of time knows that I’m passionate about my programs. I will talk your ear off about them and I make no apologies about it. This year will be no exception.

This season, I’m ready to watch my old friends again. I don’t have as much time for TV as I did when I was younger, but none the less I’m ready and committed to my shows!

So what will I be watching this year…

Supernatural

Lucifer is coming! Lucifer is coming! Starting its fifth season, I have to admit I came to this show late. Starting with the DVDs last fall, I quickly got caught up and hooked on the dark adventures of Dean and Sam.

The writing is amazing on this show. When they start down a path, they are not afraid to see things through to the gory conclusion (end of season three anyone??), while being true to the characters. I can’t wait to see what is in store for the boys next.

Fringe

I’ll be honest here, I watch this show for the relationship between Walter and Peter. What a brilliant set of characters, and amazingly acted as well. It’s nice to see the break from the norm – the crazy guy, while smart, isn’t always nice. The brash younger son, doesn’t always have the heart of gold mentality to him. People make mistakes as they try to navigate this twisted world where no one is what they seem.

Dexter

If you haven’t watched this show yet…don’t talk to me until you do. Seriously. Did I ever think in a million years I’d be cheering for a serial killer…no. Do I? Hell yes! The book will rock your world too.

Doctor Who

Okay, this one will be painful for me. David Tennant, my favourite Doctor since Tom Baker, is leaving the role after four years. The final two movies are airing before Christmas, and then Matt Smith will be taking over the role. This show is a link back to my childhood and I will forever adore it no matter who is flying the TARDIS. On a side note, I’m bouncing to see what Steven Moffatt will do with the show–brilliant writer that he is, this will prove to be a fun ride.

House

We left him in a bad place. I can’t wait to see if things are going to get worse before they get better. I hope they do, for no other reason that to see the fantastic Hugh Laurie play it up.

Edit: Dollhouse

How could I forget this show! It was a bit slow to start, but I was happy with the end of season one. I’ll be waiting to see what happens with Alpha.

Shows I want to see but haven’t yet

Flashpoint - Hubby is hooked on this. I need to get caught up
Leverage - Christian Kane is reason enough for me to watch it.
NCIS LA – Chis O’Donnel is reason enough for me to watch it. (pattern)

Shows I won’t be watching this year

Torchwood - After the heartache of season three, and the rumors that season 4 will be “Gwenwood”, I have no desire to watch further. They killed off my love of the show in more ways than one.

Criminal Minds – It was great…then it lost me. Not sure what happened there.

Whew. So that’s what’s on my plate. What are some of the shows you are looking forward to this year?