michael.ausiello

If Everwood gets canceled, ...

Question: If Everwood gets canceled, I'll be devastated. Just putting that out there.Answer: You're preaching to the choir, Ms. Holly. I'm already planning a hunger strike in the event CW pulls the plug. If it is indeed over, I'm taking some comfort in knowing that Greg Berlanti and Rina Mimoun have fashioned a farewell that does justice to the show we have come to know and obsess over. I know what you're thinking: "How do you know it'll do justice to the show we have come to know and obsess over?" Because just yesterday a little birdie gave me the scoop on the alternative series-finale ending, and it's everything I would've hoped for and more. All I'll say is (stop reading now, spoilerphobes) the final scene is between one of our favorite couples and it will melt your heart. Seriously, you'll be crying bittersweet tears for days. Now, if the show gets the go-ahead for another season, that scene will be scra

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

If Everwood gets canceled, ...

I know this is not a show you ...

Question: I know this is not a show you normally cover, but I'll give you my first-born child for some scoop on Stargate SG-1. Answer: Get that packing slip ready, Megan. The show is looking for a "name" actress to play the recurring role of Adria, the rapidly aging daughter of Vala (Claudia Black). Not surprisingly, Adria will stop aging when her peer group includes the show's desirable demo; producers are seeking someone in her early twenties.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I heard a rumor that Kelsey ...

Question: I heard a rumor that Kelsey Grammer is going to appear as Frasier on another NBC show. Answer: Well... that's half true.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I have no idea if Mandisa is ...

Question: I have no idea if Mandisa is or is not homophobic, but all that her comments prove is that she is Christian (The Ausiello Report 3/31). Answer: I guess we won't know for sure until Mandiva gets eliminated and is able to do some serious backpedaling defend that "lifestyle" crack herself. In the meantime, I'll be forced to do what I always do in these types of situations: Judge her from a distance until all the facts come in.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I've been watching this show ...

Question: I've been watching this show called Friends on Channel 13 every night at 7 and again at 7:30. Any scoop on whether Ross and Rachel get together? Answer: Big scoop!! Seriously, do not read any further if you want to be surprised. OK,  in an upcoming episode, Ross and Rachel's attempt to go on a real first date falls apart when Ross gets called away to the museum. But just when it looks like the whole night is ruined, they decide to have a romantic after-hours picnic right there in the planetarium. One thing leads to another and the two finally, well, you know. And there's a really funny bit at the end involving a group of school children that I wouldn't dare spoil here. As it is, I've already said way too much.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I loooove the Ray-Neela ...

Question: I loooove the Ray-Neela pairing on ER. Will they finally become a couple?Answer: Tough to answer without giving away a major upcoming twist. Check back with me next month.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Do you know what Brian Krause ...

Question: Do you know what Brian Krause will be doing once Charmed is done and dusted? Answer: He just lined up two projects: The Lifetime pic Ties that Bind and the indie flick The Headhunter. In the latter he'll play Elvis Presley's longtime friend and bodyguard. Tom Sizemore is his costar, so that should be a fun shoot.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

What will happen to Volchok ...

Question: What will happen to Volchok at the prom on The O.C.? Answer: Pretty much what you'd expect: He ditches Marissa to go mack on some hot chick. Naturally, she catches them in the act and they have a big fight right in front of Ryan. Just another typical senior prom in the O.C.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I am sorry you didn't get ...

Question: I am sorry you didn't get chosen for that pilot, but look on the bright side: You have an awesome job where you get paid to watch TV, give your opinions and meet famous people. Plus, you have an adoring fan base. Answer: I still would've liked the pilot. And while we're on the subject, Square Off — featuring a cameo by yours truly — premieres on the TV Guide Channel this Friday at 8 pm/ET.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Is Ricardo Montalban the ...

Question: Is Ricardo Montalban the one who calls Grissom and Sara on their feelings? Answer: As I said before, it's no one of any significance…. Oh, I see what you're doing there. Fantasy Island, fantasy fulfillment. Good one.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

All your Ask Ausiello ...

Question: All your Ask Ausiello products have a baseball theme. Do you even play baseball? Answer: Not currently, but I was quite the Little League legend back in the day. Folks used to call me New Jersey's One-Hit Wonder. Hey — I just got that!

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Was Rose blind and now she ...

Question: Was Rose blind and now she can see? Answer: No.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Are Olivia's final words in ...

Question: Are Olivia's final words in the April 4 Law & Order: SVU, "I need a new partner"? Answer: Yes, but you did not hear that from me.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Do you have any scoopage on ...

Question: Do you have any scoopage on next season's Nip/Tuck? I recently heard it won't be returning until September. Answer: September is what I'm hearing, too. Last Monday, the writers met for the first time to discuss Season 4 stories. My source says it was all very preliminary, which is code word for, "None of your beeswax, Ausiello!"

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Got any CSI: Miami spoilers?

Question: Got any CSI: Miami spoilers? Answer: I'm hearing wedding bells during May sweeps. And the May 22 season finale is gonna literally be killer. Not only will there be a significant death (hey, that's new!), but we'll finally learn the mole's identity. Meanwhile, some psycho stalker from Delko's past will resurface with vengeance on the brain and a sniper rifle in her trunk — never a good combo.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

What's the latest news on ...

Question: What's the latest news on E-Ring? Is it coming back next season? Answer: Considering USA Today listed it as "gone or nearly dead" in its ninth-annual Save Our Shows poll, I'm guessing not. Speaking of the influential S.O.S. survey, click here to throw your support behind such beloved bubble shows as Veronica Mars, Everwood, One Tree Hill, Scrubs and Invasion. The networks really pay attention to this stuff, people. Every vote counts!

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

You said that last week's ...

Question: You said that last week's episode of Lost would reveal a surprising link between Locke and Sawyer. What happened? Answer: A line of dialogue was excised to make the link more subtle. But trust me — it's there.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Please tell me something ...

Question: Please tell me something about the Numbers season finale! Answer: Would you settle for the third to last episode? 'Cause that's all exec producer (and rabid AA fan) Cheryl Heuton gave me: "A regular character goes down in a hail of gunfire," teases Heuton. "And Don's efforts to keep the bad stuff he deals with in his work away from his home fails when dangerous people come to the Eppes family home. Don, scared for his family, tries to fire Charlie, only to have the L.A.P.D. hire him back onto the case."

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

I was expecting the usual ...

Question: I was expecting the usual clean-cut Chris O'Donnell to appear on Sunday's Grey's Anatomy, but instead was treated to McScrumptious! Yum! Any news on how long his character will be on the show? Answer: I heard at least eight episodes — five this season and three next. And I agree, that scruff was definitely a good look for O'Donnell. And I loved how Meredith started frantically knitting after she first laid eyes on him. Actually, I pretty much loved everything Ellen Pompeo did in that episode. I'm almost ready to forgive her for breaking George's heart. Oh, forget "almost" — all's forgiven, Mer!

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Will there be anything ...

Question: Will there be anything happening between Chloe and Clark on Smallville before season's end? Answer: Not likely. With Milton and Lex teaming up to basically destroy mankind, Clark won’t have time for tonsil hockey.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Did you catch the Veronica ...

Question: Did you catch the Veronica Mars shout-out on last week's O.C.? Answer: Yes, and it made me very happy. For those who missed it, Summer made an observation and Marissa shot back, "Wow, well, aren't you just a regular Veronica Mars. Way to solve this week's mystery!" I will never say another mean word about Marissa again.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Convince me in 43 words to ...

Question: Convince me in 43 words to start watching Veronica Mars. Ready? Go!Answer: 1) Kristen 2) Bell 3) Enrico 4) Colantoni 5) Kristen 6) Bell 7) Jason 8) Dohring 9) Kristen 10) Bell 11) Kristen 12) Bell 13) Kristen 14) Bell 15) You 16) Might 17) See 18) Blushing 19) Guy 20) Again 21) Kristen 22) Bell 23) Clever 24) Writing 25) Kristen 26) Bell 27) Kristen 28) Bell 29) Kristen 30) Bell 31) Kristen 32) Bell 33) Kristen 34) Bell 35) Kristen 36) Bell 37) Kristen 38) Bell 39) Kristen 40) Bell 41) Kristen 42) Bell 43) VinnieVanLowe. How's that? Oh, and you might want to start with tonight's episode, which Rob Thomas tells me "may be our best of the year, so far. It narrowly edges out last week's." And last week's was damn near perfect, if you ask me.

Wed, Apr 5, 2006

Wed, Apr 5, 2006