Now that the second episode ...
Question: Now that the second episode of
Andy Barker, P.I. has aired, I have to say that I'm absolutely loving it. I found myself laughing out loud all the way through it. Richter is absolutely brilliant, and his supporting cast is spot-on (as a secretary, I especially am loving his new "assistant"). Do you have a feel for how it's doing as far as network expectations go? (I know, I know, only two episodes have aired, but that's all it takes sometimes in this ADD world for some shows to suddenly go on hiatus.) Please tell me this little gem will be around a while.
Answer: Don't be too alarmed when
Andy Barker disappears in just a few weeks. The spring tryout was always meant to be a short one, although it's true it hasn't exactly broken out just yet (not unlike most of the other comedies on NBC's first-rate Thursday lineup). I honestly don't have a "feel" about this show's ultimate fate. The reviews and buzz have been strong, but I don't know if it's enough for the show to force its way onto a network lineup that for now only showcases comedies one night of the week.
