For N.C . State students, classes have already started. However, many are still waiting for the return of their favorite television shows, while also waiting to see what new shows networks have to offer this fall. Here are a few of the new shows that networks have prepared for this fall.
Terra Nova
Network: Fox
Premieres 9/26
With guns, dinosaurs, a big budget, and big names like Steven Spielberg, Fox hopes to draw viewers into its science-fiction tale of future humans who are forced to travel 85 million years in the past to try to create a more sustainable alternate future. the group is met with the unfortunate realization that the land they’ve arrived in is in the middle of the reign of the dinosaurs. The series follows the group as they try their best to survive in a hostile land.
The X Factor
Network: Fox
Premieres 9/21
The latest in televised competitions is The X Factor, developed first in the UK by producer Simon Cowell . Viewers can expect plenty of snarky comments from the infamous judge’s return to network TV, as well as a reunion between former American Idol judges Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul. Considering the fresh take on the music competition that the show will provide, as well as the star power of judge Simon Cowell , it will be interesting to see how the show acts as a counterbalance to the aging American Idol.
New Girl
Network: Fox
Premieres 9/8
This sitcom follows the life of a super nerdy girl (played by Zooey Deschanel ) just getting over a messy break-up. With nowhere else to go, she must move in with three male roommates, and try to find a new purpose in life, as well as a way to open back up and start dating again.
The Playboy Club
Network: NBC
Premieres 9/19
Taking place in America during the changing times of the 1960s is The Playboy Club, a drama about the status and the glamour that surrounds the Playboy Club and the mysteries, both good and bad, that lie in and around the world of beautiful Bunnies. Given the continued success of AMC’s Mad Men, it remains to be seen if America will support another series set in the ‘60s .
Up All Night
Network: NBC
Premieres 9/14
Another sitcom tackling the issue of modern parenthood is Up All Night. Featuring a stay-at-home dad and a successful career woman, the series will try to bring a new and interesting dynamic to a classic premise. The series stars Will Arnett, Christina Applegate, and Maya Rudolph.
Allen Gregory
Network: Fox
Premieres 10/30
Adding to Fox’s lineup of comedic cartoons is Allen Gregory, telling the story of a home-schooled brat getting accustomed to changes as he transitions into life studying at a public elementary school. Jonah Hill stars as the title character.
2 Broke Girls
Network: CBS
Premieres 9/19
Mirroring the times, this comedy features two drastically different broke girls working together as waitresses at a Brooklyn restaurant. Starring Kat Dennings and Beth Behrs , the series aims to bring awkwardness and hilarity to audiences.
Suburgatory
Network: ABC
Premieres 9/28
Suburgatory features single father, George, and his 16-year-old daughter, Tessa, as they move from their apartment in New York City to the suburbs where they face different values and different lifestyles. The suburbs may be shocking but hopefully, the awkwardly funny situations the pair faces will also help draw them together.
