Counting Down the Top 10 ‘Leverage’ Jobs
November 30, 2009 by Chandra
Leverage is nearing the end of its second season right about now, with just six new episodes left for the winter portion of its current second season. After watching 22 intricate and entertaining cons unfold right before your eyes on the small screen, do you have a favorite one that sticks out in your mind?
Well, TNT certainly does, and the network has even gone so far as to put together a nice roundup of what it considers Team Nate’s ten bestest and finest jobs. Continue reading to check ‘em out and decide if you agree.
‘Raising the Bar’ Reaches the End of the Line
November 30, 2009 by Chandra
It’s almost time to say goodbye to the ensemble Steven Bochco legal drama Raising the Bar.
Although the sophomore original series will return this winter with three fresh episodes, TNT has already decided not to renew the entertaining yet earnest show for a third season.
‘HawthoRNe’ Trick: Bobbie’s Prosthetic Leg
November 29, 2009 by Chandra
If you’re a fan of the TNT medical drama HawthoRNe, you already know that regular cast member Suleka Mathew (pictured below) plays nurse Bobbie Jackson, the fellow Richmond Trinity Hospital employee and best friend of Jada Pinkett Smith’s title character Christina Hawthorne.
Bobbie is well-known on the series for her competence, integrity, and quick wit. She also happens to have a prosthetic left leg, which doesn’t slow her down one bit on the job, although it does sometimes interfere with her confidence when it comes to the opposite sex.
On the Set with ‘Men of a Certain Age’
November 29, 2009 by Chandra
We’re just a little over a week away from the highly anticipated December 7 premiere of TNT’s latest original series Men of a Certain Age. So, now is a great time to go behind the scenes of the dramedy again with its three engaging stars, Ray Romano, Scott Bakula, and Andre Braugher.
For the few people who still don’t know, the series is about the friendship shared by three middle-aged men: neurotic separated father of two Joe (Romano), aimless ladies’ man and actor Terry (Bakula), and stressed-out married father of three Owen (Braugher).
Thanksgiving 2009 TNT Marathons
November 25, 2009 by Chandra
If you didn’t already know, Thursday, November 26, is the federal holiday Thanksgiving in the United States. In keeping with the popular theme of eating until you’re ready to burst and then lounging around doing as much of nothing as possible, TNT has two mini-marathons scheduled for TV lovers.
And, of course, both are crime dramas: eight episodes of the original series The Closer air from 10am–6pm ET on Turkey Day proper and eight episodes of syndicated Law & Order air from 11am–7pm the day after.
‘Leverage’ Has a Winter Premiere Date
November 24, 2009 by Chandra
Heads up, Leverage fans! TNT has scheduled an official return date for the caper series to resume its current second season: Wednesday, January 13, at 10pm ET.
The confirmation comes courtesy of The Futon Critic. And as The TNT Report has previously noted, Team Nate will have all kinds of criminal adventures during six fresh episodes before the drama completes its sophomore run in mid-February.
Celebrate ‘Christmas in Washington’ with TNT
November 23, 2009 by Chandra
Funnyman George Lopez, late-night chat’s latest success story, has a new gig to add to his current TBS talk show Lopez Tonight, namely hosting the 2009 edition of TNT’s annual Christmas in Washington holiday presentation.
This year marks TNT’s eleventh broadcast of the event, which is currently in its 28th year. Besides having the distinction of being attended by U.S. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, the musical extravaganza will also feature a diverse slew of Grammy-winning artists: Mary J. Blige, Neil Diamond, Sugarland, Rob Thomas, and Usher.
First Look at the Newest Addition to ‘The Closer’ Family
November 22, 2009 by Chandra
Have you heard yet? There’s going to be a huge new presence on The Closer when the hit crime drama returns on December 7 to complete its current fifth season.
If you aren’t in the know, don’t mind being spoiled, and want a good look at the newcomer in advance, just follow the jump for a photo introduction.
‘Delta Blues’ Pilot Adds Three More Cast Members
They’re not playing around when it comes to stuffing the cast of the TNT pilot Delta Blues with top-notch talent. Shortly after snagging former My Name Is Earl star Jason Lee to star, the potential series has filled three more major roles.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the latest additions are Sam Hennings, Leonard Earl Howze, and Robyn Lively (pictured above).
Take a Closer Look at ‘Men of a Certain Age’
November 19, 2009 by Chandra
TNT is in full promotional mode for its upcoming latest original series, the dramedy Men of a Certain Age. The network now has a brand-new behind-the-scenes peek at the show for interested viewers.
The most recent clip features some cool aging technology that demonstrates what Ray Romano’s character Joe looks like as he matures from a youthful 24 years old to a twice-as-mature 48, right before our very own eyes. I don’t know if it’s just me or what, but he actually looks a little like former Scrubs star Zach Braff in the young-guy shots.