‘Samantha Who?’ Takes Over ABC Thursday Comedy Hour
July 2, 2009 by Chandra
Now that ABC has pulled poorly performing rookie sitcom In the Motherhood yet again, it’s up to Christina Applegate’s sophomore comedy Samantha Who? to carry ABC’s Thursday-night, summertime comedy lineup. I have faith.
Coming up tonight, July 2, on the series are the two fresh episodes “Todd’s Job” and “The Sister.” The first features former Girlfriends and All My Children cast member Dondre Whitfield, who just happens to be married to Eureka star Salli Richardson-Whitfield, and the second has guest stars Christine Ebersole of USA Network’s breakout hit dramedy Royal Pains and Florence Henderson of Brady Bunch fame. Woot!
Follow the jump for episode details…
‘Samantha Who’ and ‘In the Motherhood’ Return for a Summer Burn-Off
June 25, 2009 by Chandra
Although ABC unceremoniously canceled both sophomore sitcom Samantha Who? and its fleeting rookie companion In the Motherhood just a little over a month ago, the comedies return tonight, June 25, to air their remaining episodes on the shelf.
That means seven new episodes for the older show and three for the newcomer, starting with tonight’s “The Rock Star” (Samantha) and “Shepfather” (Motherhood). Details follow the jump.
Next on ‘Samantha Who?’: The Dog
April 2, 2009 by Chandra
Tonight’s fresh episode of the ABC sitcom Samantha Who? is “The Dog,” and, yes, the title means the kind that walks on four legs and goes “Woof!”
The pet comes into the picture when Sam starts feeling all motherly and borrows Dena’s pooch to determine if she’s nurturing enough to be a parent. Elsewhere, Regina signs up to take pilot lessons after Howard’s deceased step-brother leaves them a plane, and Andrea takes advantage of her minute of tabloid fame while dating pro basketball player Tony Dane.
Continue after the jump for a promo.
It’s Time for New Season Two ‘Samantha Who?’
March 25, 2009 by Chandra
Christina Applegate fans can get happy right about now because her ABC sitcom Samantha Who? finally resumes its second season tomorrow night at 8:30pm EST.
For those who don’t remember back that long ago, the last fresh episode of the series aired on December 1, 2008. Yes, I wrote December 1, 2008, just one week shy of *FOUR* months ago. I’ve heard of hiatuses, but why not be accurate and just call it the third season from this point on? Am I right or am I right?
In any case, we’re now (technically) at the tenth episode of Season Two, titled “My Best Friend’s Boyfriend.” Sam and Todd do a double date with Andrea and that professional basketball player she’s been going on and on (and on) about, Tony Dane, played by General Hospital’s McKinley Freeman. Big mistake.
During the outing, Todd learns something about Tony so disastrous, Sam decides to butt into the athlete’s business to keep Andrea from getting hurt. All together now: Big mistake Number Two!
While all that fun is being had, elsewhere Dena relies on Sam’s mom Regina to help her out when she gets too friendly online with a lonely soldier, which could mess up her real-world relationship with Chase. Personally, I don’t care for Chase, so the last would be a good thing, in my opinion.
The latest time slot for Samantha Who? is immediately after the new Megan Mullally/Cheryl Hines sitcom In the Motherhood, which premieres at 8pm tomorrow, March 26, with “It Takes a Village Idiot.” Promos for ABC’s temporary Thursday-night comedy hour while Ugly Betty is away follow the jump. Check ‘em out and tune in.
Two Episodes of ‘Samantha Who?’ Coming Up
Good news! On Monday, ABC will give Samantha Who? fans a special holiday treat: two back-to-back episodes of the sitcom, courtesy of Dancing with the Stars’ season finale last week.
Unfortunately, the show will then go on hiatus for the holidays, until fresh episodes kick back in on January 12 next year. So, let’s just enjoy Christina & Company while we can.
The first installment on December 1 is called “The Park,” and it airs at precisely 9:02pm EST. Former Men in Trees star James Tupper reprises his quirky role as Sam’s rich philanthropist boyfriend Owen, whom Samantha tries and (miserably) fails to impress with her impromptu environmentalism. Sam’s best friend Andrea will also find herself in an undesirable position when she discovers that the pro-athlete object of her desire doesn’t consider her Numero Uno.
Take-charge Andrea plays a big part in “The Family Vacation” at 9:31pm, too, when Sam brings her and Dena along on a family trip following a devastating breakup. Too bad for the amnesiac that the owner of their accommodations, Brad (Raising the Bar’s Teddy Sears), turns out to be an old flame, whom Andrea promptly makes a move on while Sam hesitates to do the same. Ouch — great way to ruin a vacation.
Preview the comedy hour in the video after the jump.
James Tupper Returns on ‘Samantha Who?’
November 17, 2008 by Chandra
Get happy, Men in Trees fans. That ABC show might be over, but former series star James Tupper will be back on the tube again November 17, when he returns to the network’s Samantha Who? as the title character’s latest boyfriend, Owen.
If you recall, Tupper debuted on the sitcom at the beginning of the month, in the November 3rd episode “The Building.” When he shows up tomorrow night, Sam will finally get around to revealing a little secret to him: that she lives with her ex Todd. No worries, though, because Owen’s best friend also happens to be his ex, Willow (does anyone else immediately think of Alyson Hannigan’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer character every time they hear that name?).
The problem enters the situation when both of said exes develop a thing for each other, which forces Sam to once again cope with her continuing feelings for Todd.
And, for added comic relief, Dena tries mightily to help Andrea get a date with a professional basketball player, although it seems impossible to take the needed flattering picture of the lawyer.
Tupper fans: Check out a three-minute clip from his earlier appearance on the series after the jump.
Comedy TV Guide: Mon, Oct 27
October 27, 2008 by Chandra
Tonight Is Tony Hale Night!
And CBS Is All Encores
Notable Comedy TV scheduled for Monday, October 27 follows.
All times are Eastern Standard.
The Big Bang Theory — The Shiksa Indeterminacy [Repeat]
The gang all fall in love with Sheldon’s twin sister (Courtney Henggeler).
[8pm-8:30pm | CBS]
Chuck — Chuck Versus Tom Sawyer
Arrested Development’s Tony Hale guest stars as Buy More efficiency expert Emmett Milbarge, whom chuck consults when the spy life begins to wear him out. Chuck also has to start hanging with Jeff after the salesman becomes the target of a terrorist and it’s revealed Jeff will determine the fate of the world.
[8pm-9pm | NBC]
Comedy TV Guide: Mon, Oct 20
October 20, 2008 by Chandra
Lifetime Premieres Rita Rocks
And Nicole Richie guests on Chuck.
Notable Comedy TV scheduled for Monday, October 20 follows.
All times are Eastern Standard.
The Big Bang Theory — The Euclid Alternative
Leonard confronts Sheldon about his fear of driving.
[8pm-8:30pm | CBS]
Chuck — Chuck Versus the Cougars
Nicole Richie guest stars as Sarah’s high school nemesis Heather, whose marriage to a major player in a new investigation, her husband Mark (Ben Savage), causes Sarah much anxiety, especially at their high school reunion.
[8pm-9pm | NBC]