MIdseason Preview: Mr. Sunshine

Here's the official plot synopsis from ABC:

Matthew Perry stars as Ben Donovan, the self-involved manager of a second-rate San Diego sports arena who begins to re-evaluate his life on his 40th birthday. Working alongside him is his boss and arena owner, Crystal—attractive, powerful and highly erratic; Alice—the cute, tomboyish marketing director and Ben's friend with benefits; Alonzo—a former basketball player, handsome and unbelievably happy; Ben's assistant, Heather—pretty, sweet, but terrifying because she once lit a boyfriend on fire; Crystal's son, Roman—sweet-faced, clueless and Ben's newest employee; and a hapless operations crew whom Ben refers to collectively as the "Steves."

I'm hoping that this show will end up better than Matthew Perry's last show, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. I'm also glad to see Allison Janney (The West Wing) and James Lesure (Las Vegas) back on TV!

Mr. Sunshine premieres on ABC Wednesday, February 9 at 9:30pm, after Modern Family. It's bumping Cougar Town off the schedule, but it will be back on April 13.

My Spring 2011 TV Schedule

There are a whole slew of new midseason shows, some of which I've profiled. With all the changes to the TV landscape, I figured I'll lay out just what shows I'll be watching (and therefore probably posting about.)

Mondays

8pm: Chuck (NBC)
While this season hasn't been my favorite, it's still a whole lot of fun to watch. While its ratings have never been stellar, it's become the anchor show on NBC's weak Monday night lineup. Will that be enough for it to get another season renewal? It's still too early to tell...
8pm: How I Met Your Mother (CBS)
This season has been a steady rise over a weak season 5. The hook of Ted telling the story of how he met his wife has me hook, line, and sinker. I'll be watching this show to the bitter end if it comes to that.
9pm: Being Human (SyFy)
I just posted about this in one of my midseason previews. My most anticipated new show! A werewolf, ghost, and werewolf are 20-something roommates. Hijink and drama ensue.


Tuesdays
8pm: Glee (FOX)
This is the most erratic show on television. For every 3 episodes of mediocrity bordering on crap, there's 1 that I love and keeps my watching. If that ratio gets worse, I may just give up on it but for now I'm in for at leas the rest of the season. And with the ratings stronger than ever and a plum post-SuperBowl timeslot, it's going to be on for a while.

Wednesdays

8pm: Live to Dance with Paula Abdul (CBS)
I'm a sucker for dance shows. I'm covering this for RealityWanted.com, so check it out :)
9pm: Modern Family (ABC) 
Still the most hilarious show on television. I'm not a part of the Community fervor, maybe one day when I catch it on DVD, but for now all my comedy love belongs to Modern Family and Cougar Town.
9:30pm: Mr. Sunshine (ABC)
Taking over Cougar Town's spot for a while, I'll be tuning in to see if Matthew Perry is still my favorite Friend.
9:30pm: Cougar Town (ABC)
If you wrote this show off because of the title, or after the first few episodes, please give it another shot! It's hilarious, smart, and has tons of heart while we follow this family of misfit friends.
10pm: Off the Map (ABC)
I'm not much for medical shows anymore (I used to be a huge fan of Grey's and House) but I do love exotic locations. Plus, a friend of mine worked on the show so if it gets picked up for a full season or more, my friend gets to keep his job! So everybody watch :)

Thursdays

8pm: The Vampire Diaries (CW)
I don't think I need to espouse my love for the show anymore.
8pm: The Big Bang Theory (CBS)
This season has been off with the whole Penny/Leonard and Sheldon/Amy, but I'm in til the end of the season, at least.
8pm: Bones (FOX)
Damn you David Boreanez! You're just so charismatic! The chemistry between Booth and Bones reached a major head in the fall finale of The Doctor in the Photo. It was the best episode of the season and I can't wait to see where things go from here between them.
8:30pm: Perfect Couples (NBC)
While the sneak preview episode wasn't great, I'm going to give it another shot just because of the cast. I love Olivia Munn and the It's Always Sunny Waitress finally gets a real role!
9pm: Nikita (CW)
My favorite new show of the season, the action has been nonstop and I'm looking forward to the rest of the season.

Sundays

9pm: The Cape (NBC)
While this has been panned by many of the critics who got early screeners, I'm still hopeful. It's supposed to be like a comic book come to life and maybe those critics just didn't get/appreciate that aspect? It's superheroes and Summer Glau, of course I'll be tuning in.

What will you lot be watching this season? Anything you think I should give a chance?

Also, in case you missed it, here's a handy list of all the midseason premiere dates and times.

Complete list of Midseason TV debuts and returns

Everything is on hiatus thanks to the holidays and family time, but soon TV will be back in action! Here's a complete list of all the premieres and returns for midseason TV. 


What new midseason show are you most looking forward to? I was looking forward to The Cape, but it's been getting some pretty terrible reviews from critics. Maybe my genre loving heart will belong to Syfy's Being Human? 


Sat., Jan. 1
Primeval (BBC America), 9 p.m. 


Sun., Jan. 2
Brothers & Sisters (ABC), 10 p.m. 
Desperate Housewives (ABC), 9 p.m. 


Mon., Jan. 3
The Bachelor (ABC), 8 p.m. 
Castle (ABC), 10 p.m. 
Greek (ABC Family), 9 p.m. 
Hawaii Five-0 (CBS), 10 p.m. 
How I Met Your Mother (CBS), 8 p.m. 
Mike & Molly (CBS), 9:30 p.m. 
Pretty Little Liars (ABC Family), 8 p.m. 
Rules of Engagement (CBS), 8:30 p.m. 
Two and a Half Men (CBS), 9 p.m.


Tue., Jan. 4
The Biggest Loser: Couples (NBC), 8 p.m. 
Detroit 1-8-7 (ABC), 10 p.m. 
Parenthood (NBC), 10 p.m. 
Southland (TNT), 10 p.m. V (ABC), 9 p.m.


Wed., Jan. 5
Better With You (ABC), 8:30 p.m. 
Cougar Town (ABC), 9:30 p.m. 
Friday Night Lights (DirecTV 101), 9 p.m. 
Human Target (Fox), 8 p.m. 
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (NBC), 9 p.m. 
The Middle (ABC), 8 p.m. 
Modern Family (ABC), 9 p.m.


Thur., Jan. 6
$#*! My Dad Says (CBS), 8:30 p.m. 
The Big Bang Theory (CBS), 8 p.m. 
CSI (CBS), 9 p.m. 
Grey's Anatomy (ABC), 9 p.m. 
The Mentalist (CBS), 10 p.m. 
Private Practice (ABC), 10 p.m. 
Wipeout (ABC), 8 p.m.


Fri., Jan. 7
Blue Bloods (CBS), 10 p.m. 
CSI: NY (CBS), 9 p.m.
Medium (CBS), 8 p.m. 
Merlin (Syfy), 10 p.m.


Sun., Jan. 9
Bob's Burgers (Fox), 8:30 p.m. 
Californication (Showtime), 9:30 p.m. 
The Cape (NBC), 9 p.m. 
The Cleveland Show (Fox), 8:30 p.m. 
Episodes (Showtime), 9 p.m. 
Family Guy (Fox), 9 p.m. 
Shameless (Showtime), 10 p.m. 
The Simpsons (Fox), 8 p.m.


Mon., Jan. 10
Lie To Me (Fox), 9 p.m.


Tue., Jan. 11
The Good Wife (CBS), 10 p.m.
Lights Out (FX), 10 p.m. 
NCIS (CBS), 8 p.m. 
NCIS: Los Angeles (CBS), 9 p.m. 
Teen Mom 2 (MTV), 10 p.m. 


Wed., Jan. 12
Chase (NBC), 9 p.m. 
Criminal Minds (CBS), 9 p.m. 
Off the Map (ABC), 10 p.m.


Sun., Jan. 16
Big Love (HBO), 9 p.m.


Mon., Jan. 17
Being Human (Syfy), 9 p.m. 
Chuck (NBC), 8 p.m. 
Harry's Law (NBC), 10 p.m. 
House (Fox), 8 p.m. 
Skins (MTV), 10 p.m.


Tue., Jan. 18
Life Unexpected (CW), 8 p.m. (series finale) 
White Collar (USA), 10 p.m.


Wed., Jan. 19
American Idol (Fox), 8 p.m.
Paula Abdul's Live to Dance (CBS), 8 p.m. 


Thur., Jan. 20
30 Rock (NBC), 8:30 p.m. 
Bones (Fox), 8 p.m. 
Community (NBC), 8 p.m. 
Fairly Legal (USA), 10 p.m. 
The Office (NBC), 9 p.m. 
Outsourced (NBC), 10:30 p.m. 
Parks & Recreation (NBC), 9:30 p.m. 
Perfect Couples (NBC), 10 p.m. 
Royal Pains (USA), 9 p.m.


Fri., Jan. 21
Fringe (Fox), 9 p.m. 
Spartacus: Gods of the Arena (Starz), 10 p.m.


Sun., Jan. 23
Kourtney and Kim Take New York (E!), 10 p.m.


Mon., Jan. 24
90210 (CW), 8 p.m.
Gossip Girl (CW), 9 p.m.


Tue., Jan. 25
Hellcats (CW), 9 p.m. 
One Tree Hill (CW), 8 p.m.


Thur., Jan. 27
Archer (FX), 10 p.m. 
Nikita (CW), 9 p.m. 
The Vampire Diaries (CW), 8 p.m.


Fri., Jan. 28
Smallville (CW), 8 p.m. 
Supernatural (CW), 9 p.m.


Sun., Feb. 6
Glee (Fox), following the Super Bowl 


Mon., Feb. 7
The Chicago Code (Fox), 10 p.m.


Tue., Feb. 8
Law & Order: Los Angeles (NBC), 10 p.m. 
Raising Hope (Fox), 9 p.m.


Wed., Feb. 9
Justified (FX), 10 p.m.
Mr. Sunshine (ABC), 9:30 p.m.


Wed., Feb. 23
America's Next Top Model (CW), 8 p.m. 
Shedding for the Wedding (CW), 9 p.m.


Mon., Feb. 28
The Event (NBC), 9 p.m.


Sunday, March 6
Celebrity Apprentice (NBC), 9 p.m.


Wed., March 16
America's Next Great Restaurant (NBC), 9 p.m. 
The Marriage Ref (NBC), 10 p.m.


Tue., March 29
Body of Proof (ABC), 10 p.m.


Wed., April 6
Breaking In (Fox), 9 p.m.


Wed., April 13
Happy Endings (ABC), 10 p.m.

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VOD will keep you entertained this holiday season

Not sure what to do with all these days off and out of the office in December? You could go outside, play in the snow/rain/sunshine....OR you could watch some sweet films on Video on Demand and never have to leave your couch! I've posted about some great Netflix Instant watches before, but for those who don't or no longer subscribe, here's some recommendations for you! 


For the Sci-Fi/Action/Horror Fans: 


“Cowboys & Aliens” – Premieres December 6, (Same day as DVD), PG-13/Extended Edition, Action, Harrison Ford, Daniel Craig


“Fright Night” – Premieres December 13, (Same day as DVD, Available in 3D**), R, Horror, Colin Farrell, Anton Yelchin


“Colombiana” – Premieres December 20, (Same day as DVD), PG-13/NR, Action, Zoe Saldana, Michael Vartan


For the Entire Family: 

“Mr. Popper’s Penguins” – Premieres December 13, PG, Comedy, Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino

“The Smurfs” – Premieres December 16, PG, Family, Hank Azaria, Neil Patrick Harris

“Glee: The Concert” – Premieres December 20, (Same day as DVD, Available in 3D**), PG, Concert, Lea Michele, Chris Colfer

Award Season Catch-Up: 


“The Debt” – Premieres December 6, (Same day as DVD), R, Drama, Helen Mirren, Sam Worthington


“Midnight in Paris” – Premieres December 20, (Same day as DVD), PG-13, Comedy, Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams


“Warrior” – Premieres December 20, (Same day as DVD), PG-13, Drama, Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton


Catch the full list of films that'll be available from IN DEMAND after the break.