Some quick thoughts on the return of a few of my favorite shows:
Chuck: I've been very pleased with how they are handling Chuck's new abilities. But what pleases me even more is the success it's having in the ratings thus far. The show has done a nice job of staying true to its roots, while still expanding. The additions of Brandon Routh and Kristen Kreuk has been handled well so far and I look forward to seeing how they'll play into the whole scheme of things as the season progresses. Overall this show has one of the most likeable casts around and you should be doing yourself a favor and checking out this show if you haven't already. Grade: A-
24: As the clock ticks again, I find myself a bit frustrated. It seems that they have some decent elements in play here: Jack looking to get out of the world saving game, the suave Middle Eastern leader with mysterious agendas, Renee turning more into Jack with each passing minute, Freddie Prinze Jr. trying to be a badass, etc. Yet after five episodes, not a whole lot has happened yet. I'll forgive the slow start if they are able to kick things into high gear as the day goes on, but right now I'm beginning to get concerned that this season is looking more like the terrible season 6 rather than their successful rebound season last year. Only time will tell...pun intended. Grade: C+
And don't forget, we still have more TV returning in the upcoming month as Lost (Feb. 2), Important Things with Dimitri Martin (Feb. 4) and Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains (Feb. 11) all kick off their new seasons shortly.
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