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TV Fanatic Forecast: What Lies Ahead?

matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 02:00:40 EST

The TV Fanatic staff has returned with our weekly Forecast of what's to come on various sitcoms and dramas.

If you have a spoiler-related question about your favorite show, send it to matt@tvfanatic.com and we'll respond to it as we've responded to the inquires below...

Will Scrubs return in the fall? (Eric, Fort Lauderdale FL)
ABC won't reveal the fate of the sitcom until May, but the outlook was negative enough until this: Donald Faison has signed on to lead a new pilot.

Will Eric actually hook up with Sookie this season on True Blood? - Sage, Austin, Texas
There will continue to be sexual tension between the pair, but no True Blood spoilers reveal any actual sex. We will meet both of Eric's parents in flashbacks, however. We'll also see him topless a lot, so female readers can stop asking us about that. Every single day.

Is Alaric's wife dead on The Vampire Diaries? - Elizabeth, Pontiac Michigan
The actress that plays her, Mia Kirshner, is booked for more appearances. Make of that what you will. (Our theory: she's alive... if you count being a vampire as "alive.")

Will any familiar faces pop up this season on 24? - Dan, Portland, Maine
Yes. We'll see Aaron again because, well, we always see Aaron on 24. President Logan will pop up again, too, hopefully adding excitement into what's turning into a lifeless season.

Is Kristin Kruek really guest-starring on Fringe? - Brian, Auburn, Washington
That's the rumor. If it takes place, look for the actress to appear on the episode titled "Northwest Passage." Also look for the actress in the fall: she'll star in the new Josh Schwartz sitcom Hitched.

Anything on the NCIS season finale? Will there be a cliffhanger arc like last season? - Tom, Portsmouth, RI
From what we've gathered, it will go down as one of the big episodes in the show's seven seasons. As for who's involved, we would bet on (and hope for) something involving Gibbs and Allison Hart (Rena Sofer), whose lawyer love interest character will be back March 2 and at least once more after that. Rena Sofer fun fact: she's also playing a love interest for Booth on Bones this spring. Gibbs and Booth could have worse taste ...

What's the deal with Jim and Pam's baby on The Office? Hasn't she been pregnant for like a year? Is she even showing? - Isobel, Newport, OR
Pregnancy does take nine months, we're told, so it stands to reason it would take awhile. Point taken, though. We'll get to meet him or her in a matter of weeks, regardless. Save the (due) date of March 4!

Is Jersey Shore Season 2 been announced I can't wait for the guidos and guidettes to be back in A.C. ... so I can beat the crap out of Ronnie! - Frankie, Atlantic City, NJ
Um, dude, first of all, chill. You're barking up the wrong tree with that 'roided-up nut job. He will break you and everyone else. Did you not watch Season 1? Second, we have good news and bad news about the return. The good: There will be a Season 2. The bad: It will be in Miami. Well, that's actually good news, too, if you live anywhere BUT Miami ...

Please tell me Chuck and Blair aren't really breaking up on Gossip Girl. Are the rumors true? What could possibly drive them apart? - Nelly, Omaha, NE
Blame Jack Bass. Blame. Jack. Bass.

Who will Jake choose on The Bachelor finale? - Kelly, La Habra, Calif.
From what our sources say, not who you want him to. Unless you want him to pick Vienna, in which case you probably need to see a therapist, Kel.

TV Fanatic Forecast: Spoilers for Private Practice, Heroes and More

matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal) — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:13:11 EST

What does the future hold for a certain couple on Private Practice? Did last night serve as a series finale on Heroes?

You've sent in the questions** and our staff is here with the pressing answers. Our TV Fanatic Forecast peers into the future and reports on the following topics...

I am so sad Ali left on The Bachelor last night. She and Jake were MFEO (made for each other)! Will she come back like Ed did last season? Will she be the next Bachelorette? - Jen, Fair Lawn, NJ
We can't say for sure if she makes a "surprise" return, a la Ed (and Reid) last summer, but we do know she's not in Jake's final two. Nor, our sources reveal, is Gia.

With Richard ousted as Chief, is James Pickens, Jr., also leaving Grey's Anatomy? - Karen, Atlanta, GA
Nope. The Chief looks to be making amends for falling off the wagon, as evidenced by photos from the February 18 episode, "Time Warp," in which we'll also get a major glimpse into his past relationship with Ellis Grey via a series of flashbacks.

Will Sam and Naomi really let Maya get married on Private Practice? - Sherri, Las Vegas, NV
Sam will be walking Maya down the aisle in two weeks. Whether the deal is sealed is up in the air ...

What's this I hear about a Gossip Girl wedding? Please tell me it's CHAIR! - Kelli, Staten Island, NY
No need to take the ferry into Manhattan and crash this party, girl. Unless you're really psyched about Dorota and Vanya getting hitched.

I can't believe Dom is missing and unaccounted for on NCIS: Los Angeles. The promo for this week makes it seem like Kensi's in danger too. What gives? - Randy, Plano, TX
Kensi's not as expendable as Dom, so despite executive producer Shane Brennan's claim that no one is safe among the cast, don't look for Daniela Ruah's character to be offed this evening. It looks like she barely escapes meeting her maker, however.

Will Heroes return for a fifth season? - Sarah, Grand Haven, MI
Based on its ratings and every critical take across the country? No. But this is the same network that made a mess of its late-night programming and Heroes has received an 11th-hour renewal each of the past two seasons.

Is Neil Patrick Harris seriously guest-starring on Glee?!? - Jackie, Miami, FL
Yes! You shouldn't need more information than that, but we'll reveal more details over the next few weeks.

I don't get it. The last episode of The Vampire Diaries didn't show Damon and Stefan getting turned into vampires. - Ari, Milwaukee, WI
That's not exactly a question, but producer Julie Plec has a vague answer that seems to address your concerns: the show will flash back one more time before this season concludes.

Who is getting married on Bones? Sheldon, Oneonta, NY
Our money is on Angela and Hodgins. They look to be in a celebratory mood below, don't they? We'd tell you more... but we don't know any more.

** Got a question about your favorite show? Send it to matt@tvfanatic.com.

TV Fanatic Forecast: Spoilers for Grey's Anatomy, 24 and More

matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:58:42 EST

What's the latest on Grey's Anatomy romantic pairings? How will Apple's latest piece of technology play a role on 24?

You've asked questions about various shows and the TV Fanatic staff is here with the answers. Our new forecast feature kicks off below...

Will Mark get back together with Lexie on Grey's Anatomy? (Mark, Madison WI)
Not if a hair color change means what it often does. Remember when the Chief dyed his locks in order to move on from Adele? Lexie follows suit on the February 11 episode. Then again, the Chief did eventually reconcile with his wife...

How about some positive Grey's Anatomy romance news for a change? Like the latest on Bailey's love life. (Joyce, Detroit MI)
You got it! Not only will Chandra Wilson's character get some lovin' from her new anesthesiologist love interest soon, but Wilson, who made her directorial debut earlier this season, will be directing the episode when it happens! Expect lots of romance and kissing scenes. The bad news? She's not the director of any of the next three episodes. Patience...

Does any show have more product placements than 24? We get it: Jack drives a Ford! (Marty, Mt. Kisco NY)
You clearly didn't watch 90210 quench every character's thirst with a Dr. Pepper last season, or any slow-motion close-up of a Sprint phone on Heroes this year. At least 24 keeps its tie-ins current. Case in point: Jack Bauer will use an iPad on episode 22.

Is any other actor leaving 90210? (Liz, Beverly MA)
No. Rob Estes and Jennie Garth are the only semi-regulars not returning next season, but the show is all about the younger generation now. Don't expect another appearance by Brenda or Donna.

I saw on IMDB that Joe Torre is appearing on Castle. That must be a different Joe Torre, right? (Lucas, Phoenix AZ)
No sir. The manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers will appear on the February 8 episode. He'll make a cameo as himself after a former MLB star turns up dead. See for yourself.

What's coming up on Modern Family? I can't believe it wasn't on this week! (Deb, San Diego CA)
We agree. Those Constitutionally-mandated Presidential addresses can be a nuisance! But there's plenty of Modern Family hilarity to come: Minnie Driver guest stars next week; an upcoming episode will deal with real-life fears of the show's youngest cast members (i.e. Manny rides a rollercoaster); and characters will take off for Hawaii.

Please tell me Ugly Betty isn't really canceled. (Michelle, Fort Lauderdale FL)
We can't tell a lie: it is. But you can try to save it by signing this petition.

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