Fox Says No More Playing in the Dollhouse
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From THR:
“Dollhouse” is closing its doors at Fox.
The network has canceled Joss Whedon’s cult fave, which in May beat
the odds with a second-season pickup despite low ratings.The sci-fi series, which is filming episode 11, is expected to
finish its 13-episode order.After some dismal performance in the fall, despite the ratings
bumps “Dollhouse” got
from DVR viewing, Fox benched the show for the November sweep
after four episodes.It is not clear whether Fox will air the remaining episodes
starting Dec. 4
as planned.
Well, this was obviously happening. What I wonder is if Fox — which has publicly committed to airing the rest of Dollhouse‘s second season — will follow through with that or not. I mean, if they back out of it, it’s not like anyone other than Whedon fans will be upset, and they’re probably already upset anyways. I also wonder: When will Whedon stop making shows with Fox? Seriously, man. Give Showtime or HBO a call. Something. Thanks to Bruce E. for the tip.
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