NotTheGuyYouKill
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What are the chances they'll renew it just to get to 100 episodes? Isn't that the limit you need to reach if you want syndication?
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Screaming_Gremlin
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NotTheGuyYouKill said:
There really isn't a set number, although in the past channels have traditionally preferred at least 100 episodes. This allows a station to air 5 episodes a week for 20 weeks before they have to show a rerun. A lot of shows have been syndicated with less episodes. I believe the new magic number is closer to 88 episodes.
Even though Chuck could get to 100 episodes with another season, it still has a lot working against it. NBC doesn't produce Chuck, WB does. This means NBC has no reason to care whether it gets to 100 episodes since they won't see any syndication money. It is possible WB might subsidize the show for NBC, but NBC might not even want to air a show they get cheap if it continues to see ratings like last night. Not only that, while Chuck has always been relatively well received by critics, it has never had terrific ratings. So it is questionable how many stations would want to air it in syndication over showing Seinfield, Simpsons, or Family Guy reruns.
Incendiary
Banned
I don't get why they would give us kind of closure at the 13 episode break, but then go for a cliffhanger at the end of the full season. Doesn't make any sense.
I want one more 13 episode season. That's all I ask NBC. Tell them that's all you're giving them so they can wrap it up and give us a great finale. Please.
I want one more 13 episode season. That's all I ask NBC. Tell them that's all you're giving them so they can wrap it up and give us a great finale. Please.
Okay episode. Vivian's turn has been way too fast and way too farfetched to really work whatsoever, so everything else kind of falls flat. Dalton was wonderful as always though.
- pre-nup drama? Why does Chuck always have to have something to whine about?
- Volkoff: "Sad, isn't it? Why do I always choose fear over love?" :lol
- Uno! haha
- Avatar "Home Tree" reference, lolz
- Mr. X better be Zombie Bryce!
- Liked the Sarah/Casey chat about the pre-nup/kids caught in the middle
- The Thorian? Mass Effect reference?
- pre-nup drama? Why does Chuck always have to have something to whine about?
- Volkoff: "Sad, isn't it? Why do I always choose fear over love?" :lol
- Uno! haha
- Avatar "Home Tree" reference, lolz
- Mr. X better be Zombie Bryce!
- Liked the Sarah/Casey chat about the pre-nup/kids caught in the middle
- The Thorian? Mass Effect reference?
Spotless Mind
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A goddamn prenup? LOL these stupid writers. Every time Sarah/Chuck mentioned it, it brought the episode to a standstill.
Dalton was fantastic, as usual. They really hit a goldmine with his casting. Too bad the rest of the show isn't up to snuff. :/
Dalton was fantastic, as usual. They really hit a goldmine with his casting. Too bad the rest of the show isn't up to snuff. :/
iAmMaximus
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As much as I don't want the show to end, I think it's time. The season's nowhere near it's past seasons, especially season 2. Writing in 2 was just effing amazing. Bring that back, please. 
I don't want to make a big deal of this but, I no longer can keep up with this show, because I don't care what happens to anybody anymore. I am happy with the way things were, and every direction they push in, is just a waste of time for me. Chuck/Sarah, so over that. Casey turning from a bad-ass to a softy is boring me. I don't care what happens with Ellie and Awesome. The Buy-More was one of my fave places and gets less important over time.
Much like House, I have also given up... I no longer feel the need to keep watching. But here's hoping you guys get something out of however longer this show goes on.
Much like House, I have also given up... I no longer feel the need to keep watching. But here's hoping you guys get something out of however longer this show goes on.
So I finished watching this series for the first time a week ago and really enjoyed it. Can't say I disagree or oppose to the show ending, though. Really they've literally covered everything they need to, anything after the Push Mix is kind of unnecessary plot. Vivian's inclusion is already obnoxious enough and I have a feeling more is to come but this time there won't be a real ending for it. All Chuck needs is the Push Mix + epilogue episode to complete it's plot.
Shouta
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Enjoyed the episode, I liked how for the first time in like ages they handled 3 ongoing storylines and had some pretty good logical crossroads for them. Ok, maybe just the Sarah/Casey exchange but it still was nice.
I think if they get a 5th season, they should go out with the biggest bang they can get for whatever they have in budget. A big storyline and as much cheesy action as possible. Also, zombie Bryce would be awesome.
I think if they get a 5th season, they should go out with the biggest bang they can get for whatever they have in budget. A big storyline and as much cheesy action as possible. Also, zombie Bryce would be awesome.
Agreed, if it does get a 5th season which I doubt it will anyway. Make it 13 episodes, go a bit crazy but at least give it a proper conclusion which I don't think we will get at the end of this season
Even with the not so great episodes, I still think chuck is better then 95% of the shows on tv so it will suck if does get cancelled
Even with the not so great episodes, I still think chuck is better then 95% of the shows on tv so it will suck if does get cancelled
Internet Celebrity
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I've gotta say that I really enjoyed the latest episode as well. I haven't laughed as much at a Chuck episode in quite a while.
The show has gotten worse and worse in the past few years. When chuck became a full time spy and buymore became nothing more than a scene or two per episode, it dipped in quality. When chuck's mom and volkoff came onto the show it dipped again. I know some of you guys love Dalton but its just way too hammy. He's more of a bad joke than "the most dangerous man in the world".
Sirpopopop
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Yeah, I'm not too keen on ending this season on a cliffhanger.
Particularly when a lot of the character arcs are almost complete.
Give us a real ending, and at least the fans can say that the show gave us a complete story arc.
Particularly when a lot of the character arcs are almost complete.
Give us a real ending, and at least the fans can say that the show gave us a complete story arc.
Cornballer
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A few misc recent items:
- On set pic from filming the finale *casting and other spoilers for the finale*
- 'Chuck' actor Ryan McPartlin: 'Ratings could definitely use some help.' Plus, how he says his co-star Josh Gomez can help the cause
- CHUCKs Yvonne Strahovski Talks about Her CollegeHumor Pop Star Parody
- A rap about Chuck that was performed for the cast & crew during the S4 Wrap Party
- Chuck related answer on Jeopardy
- On set pic from filming the finale *casting and other spoilers for the finale*
- 'Chuck' actor Ryan McPartlin: 'Ratings could definitely use some help.' Plus, how he says his co-star Josh Gomez can help the cause
- CHUCKs Yvonne Strahovski Talks about Her CollegeHumor Pop Star Parody
- A rap about Chuck that was performed for the cast & crew during the S4 Wrap Party
- Chuck related answer on Jeopardy
Domino Theory
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I really wish I didn't click that set finale picture... fuck.
Captain Blood
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You took one for the team, I would have clicked if you hadn't posted this.Domino Theory said:I really wish I didn't click that set finale picture... fuck.
Cornballer
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I added the summary for Episode 4.22 "Chuck versus Agent X" to the OP.
bathala said:
Volkoff becoming an advisor like, uh, do I need to hide Alias spoilers at this point?
Sloane
Would really revitalise the show. I don't know how they could do it realistically, because Alias did it with a two year time jump and even then it was stupid, but it would be awesome.
Get rid of General Beckman, who's honestly one of the worst TV characters ever, and bring in Volkoff as the head of the team in Castle.
I'd watch that.
Cornballer
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- Photos from next Monday's episode *casting spoilers*
Cornballer
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Dr.Horrible
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Not a fan of the latest episode and I fear this is the end and we won't have a proper series finale. At this point though, I'm almost okay with that. I don't want them to limp along to the finish line.
Chuck is seriously the worst character in the show now. You know exactly what he's going to say and how he's going to say it and I'm getting oh so sick of the slow motion walk and the smirk. Also his hair cut is still stupid. Zach Levi can try as hard as he wants, he's just not cool and its awkward as fuck. The episode with the bomb + juice defusing was the best in a while cos Chuck was made to look and feel like old Chuck, not super Chuck.
Also that spoiler pic would be cool if the show hadn't gotten so formulaic. They haven't got the balls to do what it alludes to.
christ i sound miserable!
Also that spoiler pic would be cool if the show hadn't gotten so formulaic. They haven't got the balls to do what it alludes to.
christ i sound miserable!
Internet Celebrity
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This thread is making me sad.
Metalmurphy
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Anyone else bothered by the extreme amount of advertising in this show?
It's kinda going out of control, one of the scenes was a full on ad for a car oO
It's kinda going out of control, one of the scenes was a full on ad for a car oO
Metalmurphy
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Worst then the whole subway thingy and the 2 minute Toyota Sienna commercial?DJ_Lae said:
WascallyWabbit
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Metalmurphy said:
I actually really enjoy when Big Mike did those subway plugs, he should do their actual ads
Blue Ninja
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Good episode. The scene where Volkhoff 'recounts'
cracked me up.
the time he travelled to a far-off land, killed its peace-loving natives and destroyed their hometree to obtain thorium
So, Chuck-GAF... I'm done. I realized half way through this episode that I don't enjoy the show any more. Deleted my subscription.
It's mostly just fatigue. I feel like most American shows go on for too long. It was fun while it lasted, but I want to quit before I hate the show.
It's mostly just fatigue. I feel like most American shows go on for too long. It was fun while it lasted, but I want to quit before I hate the show.
PhoncipleBone
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I would be fine with it ending as well. It just feels like it is spinning its wheels, with the occasional gem of a scene or episode in there, but it has never matched the glory of season 2.Solo said:
I'm also at peace with the show ending after this season (massive cliffhanger notwithstanding, but the fault rests squarely on Fedak for that), although I still would prefer another season with Lost-like "THE FINAL SEASON" billing. Could make decent Friday filler for NBC, considering the show is dirt cheap.
But realistically, it's done. No way it's getting renewed with ratings in the low 1s.
But realistically, it's done. No way it's getting renewed with ratings in the low 1s.
DJ_Lae
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Metalmurphy said:
Most of the car references are as bad - they've done Sienna and Prius plugs in recent episodes of Bones. Worst of all, however, was an extended scene about the Prius' lane-sensing technology, which they actually worked into the story and led to two of the characters getting married.
I find the Subway plugs in Chuck kind of endearing. The contest with the party sub in the second season is probably my favourite of those.
Cornballer
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Chuck Day!
I'm going down with the ship.
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