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It was a tough day when we found out that Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles is on the verge of getting axed because not enough people are watching it. Quality-wise, there are way worse shows on TV that deserve to get cut first. We're celebrating the timely demise of Do Not Disturb (although it's still baffling how it got on the air in the first place), but here are some others that should hit the road... and fast.
1. Worst Week
We don't understand how this one lasted past the first week. This schlubby guy isn't funny, and he makes every situation unimaginably worse. And he doesn't even have a Terminator to blow stuff up.
2. Knight Rider
Okay, this one has cool explosions, but the plots suck. They might have been cool in the '80s, when they were on the first time, but putting your stars in insanely hot temperatures just so they have to peel off their clothing and show some skin is beyond ridiculous. Yes, even more so than a man from the future sending back a machine to protect his younger self.
3. Smallville
Remember when this show used to be good? Think back. It was a long while ago. Now, they're cramming in every superhero they can think of to jazz things up, but still, this man of steel can't compare to the cool metal of a hot female terminator.
4. Private Practice
Well, it isn't quite as bad as it was last year. But had the writers strike not given this show a reprieve, it's doubtful it would still be haunting the airwaves with its dizzying mix of medical cases and sex. Is Dell hiding out at Oceanside, biding his time until he can save the future? Doubtful.
5. 90210
We loved the classic show. And this one started out somewhat decently, but now it's just plain old boring. And while Terminator may not be perfect, at least it usually isn't snooze-inducing. Unless Shirley Manson has secretly been hiding out disguised as an annoying teen and has plans to destroy West Beverly when she returns to her T-1001 form, this show should be terminated.
6. Lipstick Jungle
These women will never be as cool as the girls from Sex and the City, and even the addition of Mary Tyler Moore hasn't helped. And although they get points for killing off a character in the premiere and then laughing at the funeral, they lose them for the predictable plots and the lack of realism. We'll turn to Sarah Connor instead of Brooke Shields when we want to see a super mom in action.
7. Hole in the Wall
It's hysterical to watch fat people try and squeeze themselves through tiny holes in Styrofoam while blindfolded. Well, actually, not really. But someone thinks it is. And they just had the Rock of Love and Flavor of Love girls on... real original. Better to leave the feats of athleticism to the machines, who only need one chip in their head to be smarter than all of the RoL and FoL ladies combined.
8. 'Til Death
We just don't get this one. And they're making it worse by doubling them up. Twice the horror, none of the fun. Ratings aren't everything, and in a cage match, Summer Glau could totally kick Brad Garrett's ass.
9. One Tree Hill
This probably would have earned a higher spot on the list, but, honestly, we almost forgot it was still on. This show has way overstayed its welcome and deserves to be terminated, ASAP.
10. Gary Unmarried
Far from the worst show in the world. But was it based on a badass series of movies? Nope. Does it star the surprisingly awesome Brian Austin Green? Wrong again. Does Gary hire a Terminator to watch his kids? Strike three.
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Gary should SO hire a Terminator to watch his kids.
You forgot two shows that should be cancelled first:
Prison Break: Seriously...what is the show even about anymore? It's not like they were in prison in the first place for killing someone in an attempt to save the future.
Kath & Kim: It's thanks to those two that Skynet attacks.
i love Gary Unmarried! its my faveret now show and i also really enjoy til death. but i do agree with worst week being at #1
I may kill myself after reading this news and you so got your list of ten right!!!(except Smallville) Terminator is one of the best shows on TV...I'll add Numbers and CSI-Miami to the list...I used to be fans of both but the espisodes have been so terrible this season. Thank god for a DVR and fast forward.
I may kill myself after reading this news and you so got your list of ten right!!!(except Smallville) Terminator is one of the best shows on TV...I'll add Numbers and CSI-Miami to the list...I used to be fans of both but the espisodes have been so terrible this season. Thank god for a DVR and fast forward.
I can't stand T:TSCC. But I agree with your list, minus Smallville.
I LOVE this show. Summer Glau is the main reason (after Firefly I'll watch anything with any of them in it, but Summer doth outshine the stars) but the drama is the best I've seen in a while. It has a lot more staying power than some other sci-fi shows I could mention (Heroes anyone? loveable, but such a soap) and better dialogue than some allegedly drama-driven shows I could mention. And won't. Don't kill them off; John may be a wuss but the family dynamic will carry this thing through any ratings dip!
You have to give One Tree Hill more credit than that. If you watch it too much, it's the most horrible show in the world. But skip a year and tune in for a couple storylines, it's great! Revel in the predictability, cheesiness, and all around camp! Plus K-fed was on it last year! It really has its moments!
After 25 years, Terminator has become the second most over played sci fi franchise right behind Star Trek. After watching the movies, I already know how the story ends so that takes away a lot of the suspense. So, I say along with the show, axe the following shows that have been hanging around too long.
The Simpsons and it's clones Family Guy, American Dad, and King Of The Hill: running a good idea into the ground.
CSI: pull the plug while it's still recognizable.
Law And Order, and Law And Order Criminal Investigation: Cast changes have not been for the better.
SNL: It should have gone after the original cast left, now it's the big star and the rest of the nobodies. And after the Ashley Simpson mess, it has no right to call itself Live.
Sixty Minutes: Two words Andy Rooney. Make him go away.
Americas Funniest Home Videos: When the clips are so predictable there's a segment of the show where people guess what's going to happen next in a clip, it's time to pull the plug.