This is a recap of the fifty-six new shows premiering in the spring of 2010.
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Spring Series Premieres for March through May 2010
9 By Design (Bravo)
Tuesdays, 11:00pm, Series Premiere April 13
(Docu-series)How hard can it be to have 7 children at home and also have a designing career in which the other half of your team is your spouse? Bob & Courtney Novogratz take unusual spaces, renovate the, live in them with their 7 children and then sell them. Find out how they handle all this in “9 By Design.”
Addicted (TLC)
Wednesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 17
(Docu-series) Similar to A&E;’s “Intervention,” this series will follow 6 individuals lives as they try to overcome their addiction with the help of interventionist Kristina Wandzilak.
America’s Worst Driver (Travel)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 14
Believe it or not, this is a competition show to ferret out the worst driver’s in America. Contestants WANT to be voted off this competition because to stick around means you are a bad driver! Contestants are nominated by friends or family members to compete in driving challenges around the streets of their very own hometown. Once declared the worst driver of the week the “winner’s” car is destroyed, doing America a favor and taking one bad driver off the streets. Each of the worst drivers will receive a chance to win a new car at the end of the season.
Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business (VH1)
Sundays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere April 11
(Docu-drama) See how the Norwood family runs their family business Rn’B Productions.
Chandon Pictures (Sundance)
Fridays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 26
Follow the misadventures of Tom Chandon (Rob Carlton) and his struggling video company, “Chandon Pictures.” His assistants include his cameraman Rick (Darren Gilshenan) and producer Lucy (Rebecca Massey) who are quick to praise his work and try to help him make films that matter.
Code 58 (Fox)
(working title) Series Previews: Wednesdays, May 12 & 19 @ 8:00pm; Series Premiere Monday, May 24 @ 9:00pm)
From Matt Nix (“Burn Notice”), comes CODE 58, a new action comedy about what happens when an old-school cop (Dan Stark played by Bradley Whitford) and a modern-day detective (Jack Bailey played by Colin Hanks) expose the big picture of small crime.
Danger Coast (CMT)
Fridays, 9:30pm, Series Premiere April 9
This show follows the elite waterbourne Marine Operations Bureau of Miami-Dade County.
Destination Design (HGTV)
Saturdays, 1:30pm, Series Premiere March 6
Homeowners with bad design taste but love to travel get sent on a luxury vacation to scope out colors, textures, and moments that help them feel peaceful and relaxed. Designer Taniya Nayak then takes those ideas and impliments them into their home design.
Double Exposure (Bravo)
Mondays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 5
(Docu-series) Learn what it’s like to be a celebrity photographer in “Double Exposure.” Follow professional photographers Markus Klinko & Indrani (a former couple) along with high-end stylist GK Reid as they deal with the rich and famous.
The Emeril Lagasse Show (ION)
Sundays, 8:00pm, Series Premiere March 28
Emeril is back with a new show. Well, same show, different name maybe? His passion for cooking, music, entertaining and people will be recorded before a live studio audience.
Fatal Attractions(Animal Planet)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 14
What causes this human fascination with dangerous animals? In each hour-long episode, several exotic pet ownership cases are carefully reenacted, scrutinized and questioned. Human behavior experts and animal authorities bring forth their educated opinions and analysis. Owners unhesitatingly share their experiences with exotic pets and offer explanations as to why their love for these deadly animals are worth the risk for something horrible — even death – to happen.
First Love, Second Chance (TV Land)
Wednesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 10
Everyone remembers their first love. But what if the one who got away came back? What if you could give your very first love a second chance?
Fly Girls (CW)
Wednesdays, 9.30pm, Series Premiere March 24
(Docu-series) A new reality docu-series that takes a 360-degree look at the lives of the charismatic jet-setting flight attendants on America’s hippest new airline: Virgin America.
Food Wars (Travel)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 9
There will be no more arguing over which town has the best hot dogs or hamburgers. Camille Ford will referee a head-to-head competition of 2 local food rivals to see who has the best local iconic dish for their town.
Fugitive Chronicles (A & E)
Thursdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 1
Ralph “Bucky” Philips sets off the most expensive manhunt in New York state history in this first episode.
Future Food (Planet Green)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 30
Molecular gastronomists Ben Roches and Homaro Cantu are redefining the nature of food.
Gator 911 (CMT)
Fridays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere April 9
Gator wrangler Gary Saurage, owner of Gator Country adventure park in Texas, rescues gators that are out of their element in unusual places and puts them in a new refuge.
Gravity (Starz)
Fridays, 10:30pm, Series Premiere April 23
(Dark Comedy) Grav*i*ty” is dark comedic series about a group of people brought together by the fact that they have all tried to commit suicide, and now must attend a court ordered support group. The series focuses on two star crossed lovers Robert (Ivan Sergei) and Lily (Krysten Ritter) from the group, and a colorful supporting cast as they learn to live and love again in New York City.
The Guard (ION)
Saturdays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 13
(Drama) Port Hallet is where the Pacific Ocean collides into Canada’s mountainous coastline. It is both a beautiful & treacherous place. When humans take on nature here, nature most always wins. Canadian Coast Guard Rescue Specialists, led by Duty Captain Miro DaSilva (Steve Bacic), rely on quick decisions that can mean the difference between life and death. Also starring Zoie Palmer as Rescue Specialist Carly Greig and Jeremy Guilbaut as Rescue Specialist Andrew Vanderlee.
Happy Town (ABC)
Wednesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 28
(Drama) For the past seven years Haplin, Minnesota has lived up to its nickname, Happy Town, but that is all about to change in this murder mystery.
High Society (CW)
Series Premiere, Wednesday, March 10, 9:30pm; Regular timeslot: Wednesday, March 24, 9:00pm
Follow Tinsley Mortimer, New York’s most talked-about “Park Avenue Princess,” as she and her circle of often-controversial friends circulate through New York’s most prestigious black-tie affairs, outrageous parties and fashion exclusives, with never-before-seen access from behind the velvet rope.
Hoarding: Buried Alive (TLC)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 14
Extreme hoarders’ lives spiral out of control as their possessions jeopardize their chances for a happy family.
Home Rules (HGTV)
Mondays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 15
Fran Harris, former WNBA player turned Life Coach looks for ways to calm frazzled families who live their lives in chaos. After establishing rules to ease the chaos, a designer will create a family-friendly space to enhance the family’s life.
Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution (ABC)
Fridays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 26
Chef Jamie Oliver is here to help the nation take on heart disease, obesity and diabetes where the children are not expected to live as long as their parents.
Jerseylicious (Style)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 21
The Gatsby Salon undergoes a multimillion-dollar renovation and conducts interviews for new staff.
Justified (FX)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 16
(Drama) Deputy U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens (Timothey Olyphant) is a character created by popular novelist Elmore Leonard and this is his story. Raylan, along with fellow deputies Tim Gutterson (Jacob Pitts) and Rachel Brooks (Erica Tazel) do what all U.S. Marshals are sworn to do – transport prisoners, protect witnesses and chase down fugitives. There is also Chief Deputy of the Lexington office Art Mullen (Nick Searcy). But once back in his home state of Kentucky Raylanwill come face-to-face with his past. First there’s an old friend and fellow coal miner Boyd Crowder (Walton Goggins) who is now a fugitive bank robber. Then there’s the pretty little cheerleader Ava Crowder (Joelle Carter) from his youth that he grew up having a crush on; followed by his ex-wife, Winona (Natalie Zea). Last but not least is Raylan’s career criminal father Arlo (Raymond Barry).
Kirstie Alley’s Big Life (A&E;)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 21
Follow Hollywood star Kirstie Alley in her journey from losing weight to life as a single mom trying to raise 2 teenagers in the Hollywood spotlight. It’s only a coincidence that this show comes out coincidingly with the launch of her new weigh loss company.
The Known Universe (NTGEO)
Thursdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 1
Learn about the collisions that created the Earth and the moon; the people who work to stave off the apocalypse.
Life (Discovery)
Sundays, 8:00pm, Series Premiere March 21
Narrated by Oprah Winfrey, this 11-part series explores the bizarre life living on planet Earth.
Little Parents, First Baby (TLC)
Mondays, 8:00pm, Series Premiere March 1
Little people who are first-time parents find their short statures create unique challenges for raising their baby,
Love Games: Bad Girls Need Love Too (Oxygen)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 30
With 13 bachelors to choose from, can a Bad Girl find love?
Madman of the Sea (Animal Planet)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 2
Daredevil fisherman Matt Watson of New Zealand is aiming to catch some monster fish and top-level predators with skull-crushing jaws and flesh-ripping teeth. Who will win – the man or the monster fish?
The Marriage Ref (NBC)
Thursdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 4
(Comedy) “The Marriage Ref” vows to look at relationships unlike anything you’ve ever seen on TV.
Marriage Under Construction (HGTV)
Tuesdays, 11:00pm, Series Premiere March 16
See how newlyweds Natalie & Rod handle purchasing, renovating and decorating their first home. Sure, it’s easy when you have the aid of a successful TV channel such as HGTV and their experts helping out.
Miami Medical (CBS)
Fridays,10:00pm, Series Premiere April 2
(Drama) The 60 minutes after being critically injured are when a patient’s life hangs in the balance between life and death. Starring Jeremy Northam (Dr. Matthew Proctor), Mike Vogel (Dr. Chris “C” Deleo), Lana Parrilla (Dr. Eva Zambrano), Elisabeth Harnois (Dr. Serena Warren), and Omar Gooding (Tuck Brody).
Minute to Win It(NBC)
Sundays, 7:00, 2-hour Series Premiere March 14 (Regular time 8:00)
(Game Show) Chef Guy Fieri is the host of NBC’s newest game show. A one-minute game could land you a million dollars if you can make it past all 10 levels of play. Here are some samples of the challenges put forth to contestants:
BOBBLE HEAD – A pedometer is attached to the competitor’s head and he must move his head to rack up a total number of steps to complete the game.
JUNK IN THE TRUNK – A belt with an empty tissue box is attached around the competitor’s waist and positioned against the contestant’s back with the hole facing outwards. Ping-pong balls are placed inside the tissue box and the competitor must jump and wiggle to shake the balls out of the box without letting his hands touch the ground. All balls must be out of the box to complete the challenge.
EGG ROLL – Contestant must move three eggs across the floor and into a target area by “fanning” the eggs with an empty pizza box.
My First Sale (HGTV)
Thursdays, 8:30pm, Series Premiere March 18
Follow homeowners as they take on the real estate market and try to sell their home. (I’ve been through the agony of selling a home. Personally, I don’t want to watch anyone else suffer through it.)
The Pacific (HBO)
Sunday, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 14
A miniseries about the Pacific Theater of WWII from Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg & Gary Goetzman.
Parenthood (NBC)
Tuesdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 2
(Dramedy) Four siblings share the headaches, heartaches and joys of being a parent. Starring Peter Krause, Maura Tierney, Dax Shepard, Erika Christensen and Craig T. Nelson as the family patriarch. Based on the 1989 film comedy.
Players Sports Bar & Grill (Spike)
Tuesdays, 10:30pm, Series Premiere March 2
(Comedy) “Players” will follow the often hilarious antics of two brothers, Bruce Fitzgerald (Matt Walsh) and Ken Fitzgerald (Ian Roberts) trying to run their own sports bar.
Pretty Wild (E!)
Sundays, 10:30pm, Series Premiere March 14
Follow the lives of sisters Tess Taylor (19), Alexis (18) and Gabrielle (15) Niers and their unconventional Hollywood family.
The Price of Beauty (VH1)
Mondays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 15
Jessica Simpson experiences Thai massages in Bangkok with friends Ken and CaCee.
Private Chefs of Beverly Hills (Food)
Fridays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 9
Follow six cooks who must cater to the whims of over-the-top clients in Beverly Hills, LA.
The Pyramid Code (DOC)
Six pyramid sites near the Great Pyramid show evidence of superior technology & knowledge of science and the cosmos.
Rare Anatomy (NTGEO)
Mondays, 8:00pm, Series Premiere March 22
Learn about people with rare medical conditions.
Runaway Squad (A&E;)
Mondays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 5
Private investigator Joe Mazzilli and his squad track down runaway children.
Selling New York (HGTV)
Thursdays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 18
Viewers will see what extreme measures an agent will take in order to sell luxurious property in Manhattan.
Sons of Tucson (FOX)
Sundays, 9:30, Series Premiere March 14
(Comedy) A thirty-something guy is hired by three boys to pose as their pop while their real dad is in prison. Ron Snuffkin (Tyler Labine from “Reaper”) plays dad to Gary (Frank Dolce), Brandon (Matthew Levy), & Robby Gunderson (Benjamin Stockham) ages 11, 13 & 8 respectively.
Storm Riders (TWC)
Saturdays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere April 3
Two scientists explore the world of deadly weather using minimal equipment and their gut instincts.
Tough as Nails (HGTV)
Sundays, 11:00pm, Series Premiere March 14
(Docu-drama) Boston developer Cindy Stumpo has a booming construction business because she is tough as nails in a male-dominated industry.
TRANSform Me (VH1)
Mondays, 10:30pm, Series Premiere March 15
A woman who has lost 60 pounds needs a new wardrobe. (Who doesn’t?)
Treme (HBO)
Sundays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere April 11
(Drama) Musicians and other local people in New Orleans are still struggling to make ends meet after Hurricane Katrina.
True Crime with Aphrodite Jones (ID)
Thursdays, 10:00pm, Series Premiere March 11
Journalist and best-selling author Aphrodite Jones leads audiences through the twists and turns of true stories in an attempt to reveal the motivations of perpetrators.
Turf War (DIY)
Mondays, 9:00pm, Series Premiere March 8
Take two neighbors, two landscape experts, two yards and you have one big “Turf War”. The two teams have two days to overhaul their yards with the help of friends to come up with surprising, jaw-dropping yards. Other neighbors will act as final judges to see who wins the grand prize.
Ugly Americans (Comedy Central)
Wednesdays, 10:30pm, Series Premiere March 17
(Animated Comedy) Take New York City, add every horrifying beast, science-fiction freak, and fantasy faerie you’ve ever seen, shake thoroughly, and out comes “Ugly Americans. This horror-comedy series follows Mark Lilly, a social worker at the Department of Integration, as he helps new citizens both human and “other” adapt to hectic life in the Big Apple.There are easier tasks than weaning vampires off of blood, socializing land-whales, and housebreaking werewolves, but Mark is up to the challenge. Between his stressful job, a zombie roommate, and a demon ex-girlfriend, Mark’s lucky if he can sneak in a few minutes of sleep. But who can sleep when there’s a drop-dead gorgeous Mermaid sitting at the bar?
Who Do You Think You Are? (NBC)
Fridays, 8:00pm, Series Premiere March 5
A unique and personal glimpse into the lives of favorite celebrities as their genealogical past is revealed to them.
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