I think it's the other way around (depending on who is the pathetic party). I understood that socially active people enjoy socially negative TV, while lonely people enjoy TV with imaginary characters interacting positively (like in The Federation of Star Trek lore, or Friends). Makes some sense and does apply to me…

This explains why I was so crushed when TNG ended in 94. Plus, great series.

Cleverly put, and funny to boot.

Thought that as well. She seems to have caring parents who share or at least support her interest.

Her recap of Mercy Town is stellar and 95% more accurate than I could ever manage. Great recall and super cute!

I enjoyed Revolution's pilot... and I also watched Terra Nova. I enjoyed its kitschy aspects but mainly it was due to the overall premise, especially towards the end.

Nice use of your degrees, doctors. Such a useful field of study. Suggestion: internet porn can quantify same results.

I watched the series once when it originally aired and barely remember the eps. The series was aired in a sporadic out of order fashion, as widely reported. I enjoyed it but not nearly as much as Buffy or Angel. I downloaded the series quite a while ago and I too am sort of anticipating a mind-blow upon watching. I'm…

Probably a mirror-universe plot. I hope!

Good one!

Yes, Metal Hurlant was translated into Heavy Metal, and the inspiration for the amazing movie from 1981. James Marsters? Nice. Is it being filmed in French?

Actually, it's Willow who mostly got blamed for that one. Episode: Selfless

So looking forward to this!

Extraordinary, didn't even think of that. They built it well. Keep on, Voyager!

Not available outside US.

It's possible the author made a conscious choice with the title. "Couple finds late renaissance well hidden beneath sofa" isn't as much of a hook.

As a newly minted Dr.Who fan since the relaunch, the 3rd paragraph sums up my dismay when wishing to view episodes from past series. Thanks so much for this article, looking forward to viewing your suggestions and those in the comments.

You're right, apparently they're close to agreeing to a 9th season but not confirmed yet. I like the cast and the show, so I hope it's a go. The whole cast needs to stay for the show to work, imo.

HIMYM has 2 more seasons in the works, why would Jason Segel be absent from the last season? Seems unlikely to me... hmm.

Me too!