Medium Update: NBC renews "Medium"

[weber_dubois22]

News: Page (1) of 1 - 05/03/09
LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - NBC has renewed paranormal crime drama "Medium," sources said.



Details have not been determined, but the renewal is expected to be in the 13- to 18-episode range. The Patricia Arquette-starring series has become a utility player for NBC -- a consistent, if modestly rated, performer and a reliable midseason backup.

On the eve of NBC's Monday programing presentation to advertisers, the network also picked up midseason cop drama "Southland" and was finalizing a renewal of midseason comedy "Parks and Recreation," starring Amy Poehler.

There is still no final word on NBC's two remaining "bubble" series -- modestly rated shows walking a fine line between renewal and cancellation -- quirky sophomore "Chuck" and veteran "Law & Order," which is looking to tie "Gunsmoke's" record run with a 20th season pickup.

Both series appear likely to return, but the decision probably won't be made until after the network's Monday presentation.


Source:
Medium Dreams: "Medium is Back for Season Six"
The US Daily.

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[crazyboltonlass.livejournal.com]

*Supposedly* Even though Reuters and various reliable sources announced it, NBC didn't confirm it today.

Indeed Variety said...

But missing from the pickup list so far: "Chuck" (much to the chagrin of its passionate, Subway sandwich-eating fans), "Law & Order: Original Recipe," "Medium" and "My Name Is Earl."

The original "Law & Order" is still expected to get a reduced order for midseason, while insiders have already said that "Medium" is on its way back -- but an episodic number must still be hammered out. (NBC said the show is still in play, but not a lock to return.)

Why, NBC? Not nice having to wait until the 19th for them to confirm it!

[weber_dubois22]

Why, NBC? Not nice having to wait until the 19th for them to confirm it!

They like yanking chains, apparently. :P