So, just a few quick updates — CBS has given The Mentalist a full season order on the strength of its ratings for its second episode. I think the show is a good time period filler for the network, and I like Simon Baker. Not sure how the show will develop, but at least we’ll find out. Bad news for CBS: The Ex-List did not premiere well, with lower numbers than last season’s Moonlight (I can hear the Moonlight fans victory cheers now).
Here are the Nielsens for last night. The CW shows took a beating.
DVR numbers were released today and it looks like there are some big impactful numbers out there. For the week of September 15 – 21 90210 saw a 40% increase in audience from DVR usage. For more details, check TV By the Numbers. Fox shows like Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronicles benefit greatly from the DVR numbers as well. It at least adds weight to the argument that Monday Night Football is eating into the Terminator audience. (Ditto with Prison Break)
Entourage has been reupped for a 6th season by HBO. So, I guess your Entourage specs are safe for the next year.
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This post was written by on October 6, 2008