Childhood wish comes true for 'Hatfields & McCoys' star Matt Barr

When Matt Barr was 15 years old, he "somehow" got from his hometown of Austin, Texas, to Dallas and into a screening of Kevin Costner's 1999 film "For Love of the Game." He walked up to the actor and told him, "Someday I'm going to grow up and play your son in a real movie."

Summer TV preview: Big egos on small screen

Mayor Tom Kane from the Starz series "Boss" rules Chicago with an iron fist. But frightening the hell out of viewers isn't the only way to make an impression. These shows feature characters that--one way or another--will keep your attention this summer.

Totally 'Boss' summer

A cunning vampire overlord, a murderous meth maker and an oil baron carrying a Texas-size grudge: In a ...

'American Bible Challenge' casting in Chicago

Game Show Network and the creators of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" have come up with a new competition and they're looking for people with a passion for the Bible.

Calling all sports fans: HBO/Sports Illustrated wants your memories

Did you witness the 2005 White Sox win their first World Series since 1917? Were you there when the Blackhawks took the 2010 Stanley Cup? How about when Michael Jordan and the Bulls wone one of their six NBA championships in the 1990s?

Back at the office: 'Workaholics' Season 3 photos

As Ders, Adam, and Blake head back to the office, Comedy Central has released all new photos of the guys to gear up for the third season of "Workaholics." The gang's new adventures will include taking a business trip while tripping, attempting to throw the best summer kick-off party ever, and...

1st look at History channel's 'Hatfields & McCoys'

History channel has rolled out previews for its first scripted mini-series, "Hatfields & McCoys," starring Kevin Costner and Bill Paxton. The three-parter chronicles the bloody hostilities between the two clans that lasted decades and nearly sparked war between two states. Here's a first look at the...

Syfy cancels 'Sanctuary' after 4 seasons

Syfy has canceled "Sanctuary" after four seasons, the network confirmed Monday, ending months of speculation and smashing fans' hopes for a fifth season.

'Spartacus: Vengeance' deals most deaths on TV, study says

"Spartacus: Vengeance," "The Vampire Diaries," "The Walking Dead" and "Game of Thrones" deliver the most deaths per episode on TV, according to a new study.

Kristen Wiig's best 'SNL' moments

The cast of SNL bid farewell to Kristen Wiig Saturday, May 18. Check out some of her most memorable characters:

Sneak peeks for CW's new Fall 2012 TV series

The CW on Thursday unveiled a Fall 2012-13 schedule that, while still offering the type of young-skewing shows its known for, also signals the network might be growing up a bit. "Emily Owens, M.D." and "Beauty and the Beast" fit the CW mold, with the former being a light-hearted dramedy...

CW plans big changes to Fall 2012-13 TV schedule

The CW announced its Fall 2012-13 TV schedule Thursday, overhauling its line-up by moving all its surviving shows, except the hit "The Vampire Diaries," to new nights or times.

Sarah Silverman joins TBS Just For Laughs festival line-up

TBS and Just For Laughs have added comic Sarah Silverman to the Chicago festival line-up in June, along with dozens of other newly announced shows.

Are you fully torqued for new 'Workaholics?'

Comedy Central's a little behind on its latest promotional stunt for the new season of "Workaholics." I think most fans already were fully torqued for May 29 and the Season 3 premiere.

Sneak peeks for CBS' new Fall 2012 series

One thing you can count on with CBS: It will never deliver groundbreaking new TV series. But then, the network's been at the top of the heap for so long, churning out procedural after procedural (and non-challenging comedies), that we shouldn't expect it to mess with that success. Middle America...

CBS shifts hits, adds 4 new shows for Fall 2012 schedule

CBS on Wednesday morning revealed its primetime schedule for the 2012-13 TV season and the big news is timeslot reshuffling. "Two and a Half Men" moves to Thursdays after "The Big Bang Theory," while "2 Broke Girls" shifts to "Men's" 8 p.m. Monday spot. "The Mentalist" will replace canceled "CSI:...

'Jersey Shore Shark Attack' swims into Syfy Summer 2012

It's the guidos of "Jersey Shore" versus killer sharks this summer on Syfy, with "Jersey Shore Shark Attack" kicking off the network's summer Saturday movies June 9.

Sneak peeks for ABC's Fall 2012-13 scripted TV series

ABC unveiled 10 new series for its Fall 2012-13 schedule, but I'm all about the dramas that include two thrillers and two soaps, one that's a little bit country and one that's a little bit supernatural. Here's a quick look at the new scripted series on ABC's slate, with trailers and my take on how...

ABC adds more soaps for Fall 2012-13 schedule

ABC is adding more soaps to its primetime line-up after the success of "Revenge" and "Scandal," announcing Tuesday that "666 Park Avenue," about the upscale residents of a possibly haunted New York apartment building, and "Nashville," about scheming country-music stars, will debut this fall.

Sneak peeks for Fox's new Fall 2012 scripted series

Fox has lined up some big names for its new Fall 2012-13 series, including Kevin Bacon, Mindy Kaling, Becki Newton, Scott Foley and Kevin Williamson. Below you'll find photos, trailers and episode descriptions of the network's five new series. I also say how long I'll give each show to capture my...

Fox announces Fall 2012 TV schedule

Fox announced a Fall 2012 schedule that moves "Glee" to Thursday nights after "The X-Factor" and pairs "Touch" with "Fringe" on Fridays. The network continues the two-hour Tuesday comedy block it experimented with this spring and added five new series.

Have your 2011-12 TV shows been canceled?

CBS has canceled "CSI: Miami" after 10 seasons, making it the first show in the "CSI" franchise to end. With the networks announcing their Fall 2012 TV schedules this week, I thought I'd create a master list of the current shows that have been canceled or have ended their runs. I'll update as I...

Sneak peeks for NBC's Fall 2012 scripted series

NBC will premiere seven new scripted series in the fall and four at mid-season. Here's a quick look at the new scripted series on NBC's slate, trailers and how many episodes I'll give each so to hook me. (I haven't seen any of these pilots, so this is just what I think of the concept, the creators...

NBC sets Fall 2012 TV schedule

NBC announced its 2012-13 primetime schedule Sunday that capitalizes on the popularity of "The Voice" by launching a new fall edition of the singing competition series.

Bill & Eric team up in new 'True Blood' trailer

Finally, HBO has released a "True Blood" Season 5 trailer with some real meat to it.

'XIII' coming to ReelzChannel; 1st look photos

Probably the most famous graphic novel series in the world, "XIII" is not as well known in the U.S. ReelzChannel might change that in June when it premieres "XIII: The Series." UPDATE: "XIII: The Series" will premiere at 8 p.m. June 29 on Reelz. Based on the spy stories of...

'Wilfred' Season 2 teaser: Devil & Angel Dogs

Dogs are supposedly man's best friends--unless the dog's name is Wilfred. And he is really a man in a dog costume. And he likes to mess with you.

'The Borgias' preview: Clash of clerics in 'Day of Ashes'

The clash of clerics in 15th century Rome heats up in "Day of Ashes," the latest episode of Showtime's "The Borgias" airing May 13. Pope Alexander VI searches for a way to silence Friar Savonarola, who has turned Florence against the de Medici banking family and against Rome. Francois...

'True Blood' Season 5 character posters

HBO has released new character posters for the upcoming fifth season of "True Blood," including a new vamp (Roman) and an old favorite (Russell). The teaser poster for the new season advises fans, "Don't cry. It's back." How ready are you for 8 p.m. June 10? Which is your favorite poster, or...

TV review: 'Common Law' another bickering buddies show

Not a whole lot separates "Common Law," USA's new cop show with two bantering leads, from all the cable network's other hourlong dramadies.

Win tickets to exclusive 'Franklin & Bash' screening

TNT's "Franklin & Bash" returns for its second season June 5, but some lucky Chicagoans can see the premiere May 17--and possibly meet stars Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Breckin Meyer.

NBC picks up new series 'Chicago Fire'

NBC has ordered a full season of "Chicago Fire," an "action-driven drama exploring the complex and heroic men and women of the Chicago Fire Department."

Enter 'Workaholics' 5 Seconds to Glory Sweepstakes

As Comedy Central's "Workaholics" gears up for its thrid season this summer, the show's writers are hoping to give a special fan his or her 15 minutes of fame. OK, maybe it won't be 15 minutes of fame.

'New Girl' Season 1 finale sneak peeks

Big changes are afoot for the roomies on Fox's "New Girl" in the Season 1 finale.

Sklar brothers have fun with numbers in 'United Stats of America'

Randy and Jason Sklar do the impossible with their new History series, "United Stats of America:" They make statistics fun.

Shirtless Men of the Week: The men of 'Game of Thrones'

Alfie Allen was the first to strip in Season 2 of "Game of Thrones," but he isn't the last. I thought it was time to update this gallery naming the manly men of HBO's fantasy series the Shirtless Men of the Week. Say hello to Alfie Allen, Kit Harington, Richard Madden, Gethin Anthony and Jason...

'True Blood' Season 5 preview extravaganza: New characters!

Some new faces are headed to Bon Temps June 10 when "True Blood" returns for its fifth season. After releasing some teasers, HBO now is giving us a better look at those characters as well as some old favorites. Who's joining the cast? Christopher Meloni ("Law & Order: SVU"), Scott Foley ("The Unit")...

TV two-timers: Actors in 2 shows at once

Some actors just refuse to sit back and put their feet up. These busy bodies, I'm calling them two-timers here, are showing up on our TV screens in two or more series at nearly the same time. And I'm not talking just guest roles. These folks are putting in the time as series regulars and/or...

Chicago's TV connection: Our small screen stars

Jane Lynch, Danny Pudi, Lauren Lapkus, Busy Philipps ... The list goes on and on. Chicago-born, bred or trained actors are all over our TVs. This updated list begins with actors from news shows who were either born in or around Chicago, trained here or spent a significant amount of time here. I...

'The Borgias' preview: sexy episode 'The Choice'

Hot on the heels of Showtime's announcement that "The Borgias" will return for a 10-episode Season 3 next year comes one of the best episodes of the much improved second season, titled "The Choice" and airing at 9 p.m. May 6.