Question: I just heard that there's going to be an episode of Lost this season without flashbacks. Is that true?Answer: Sorta. The May 2 episode won't employ the traditional flashback technique, but there will be flashbacks. They just won't be going back that far.
Question: Who won the poll between Gilmore Girls and Veronica Mars?Answer: After much seesawing leadership, Mars topped Girls 54 percent to 45 percent.
Question: Is President Logan dead on 24? The last time we saw him was in the ambulance after Martha stabbed him, and now no one mentions him at all!Answer: It appears Logan is going the way of those Russian mobsters on The Sopranos. A 24 source says the ex-prez will not be seen or heard from again this season.
Question: I recall you having an interview with somebody associated with Lost and talking about a "game changing" episode where we'll be blown away and everything will be turned on its head. Has this episode already aired? I sure hope not. Answer: That "somebody" would be Damon Lindelof, and no, it hasn't aired yet. My hunch is it's the aforementioned May 2 episode, since it was penned by Darlton (aka Damon and Carlton).
Question: Tell that slut Kelly that Matt Roush is mine! And make sure to add a Model's Inc.-style "bitch" for good measure!Answer: Why doesn't anyone fight over me like this?!
UPDATE: Scroll down to the bottom of this post for an important message. • Is Jorja Fox leaving CSI?• Who's getting whacked next on 24?• Why is half the cast of Battlestar Galactica moonlighting on NBC?• How will the King of Queens end?• What exclusive video did I bring back from my recent Mexican adventure?Answers to all of the above can be found in the latest installment of my Ausiello Report vodcast. Head on over to Ausiello Central to view Episode 8. (The video player is in the upper right-hand corner of the page.)BTW, I'm well aware that many of you have been running into problems viewing the vodcast, and rest assured, our tech wizards are working 'round the clock to get those kinks worked out. In the meantime, if for some reason the Ausiello Report isn't unspooling on your video player, refresh your window and try clicking the play/pause button again. I find it also helps if you cross your fingers and say a little prayer.As always, post your feedback &...
Negotiations to bring Gilmore Girls back for an eighth season took a veddy interesting turn on Friday. According to multiple sources embedded deep inside Stars Hollow, Lauren Graham — she on which all things hinge — is allegedly warming to the idea of returning for a shortened season, a la Friends and Everybody Loves Raymond. Word of this condensed scenario was "the talk of the set" on Friday, one day before shooting on the show's current season was scheduled to wrap. My spy was quick to add, however, that nothing's official and it's very possible this whole thing could unravel before anything's signed. One thing seems clear though: this little nail-biter is speeding toward a climax. What do you guys think? Would you be open to a not-quite full final season if Gilmore? Or is it time to put this puppy down before she starts to suffer. Sound off below!
I never thought I'd say this, but my 19-second cameo as Dr. Kim's insanely irresistible obstetrician is not the biggest thing to happen to Scrubs this season. No, that honor belongs to my reigning BFF Keri Russell, who on April 26 returns to her small-screen roots with a two-episode arc as an old friend of Elliot's. To mark the occasion, I did something I haven't done since I misplaced her digits nearly two years ago: I got her on the phone. Since last we connected, my beloved Felicity grad died in Tom Cruise's arms, posed nude in Vanity Fair, became the new face of CoverGirl, turned 30, became a waitress, was the toast of Sundance, got pregnant, married a carpenter and made out with Zach Braff. Long story short: We had much to discuss. You've been busy since last we spoke.[Laughs] I've had a few life changes.Congratulations on the wedding...Thank you.… and the baby.Thank you.How's everything?Everything is really good. It's a really fun, exciting time in my life, that's for sur...
Question: Close to Home's ratings have been pretty good lately. Any chance it will come back for next season?Answer: Three months ago I would've said (actually, I did say) no way in hell. Six weeks ago I still would've said no way in hell. And this week? I'm saying it's possible but still unlikely.
Question: Do you have a season-finale date for 24? I want to make sure I don't miss it.Answer: The show's longest day ever comes to an end on May 21.
Question: Please tell me that the shocking thing involving Rebecca and another Walker on Brothers & Sisters doesn't involve her hooking up with Justin.Answer: I take it you don't subscribe to the whole "incest is best" notion? No, the twist doesn't involve her and Justin. It involves her and someone else. (And if you saw Sunday's promo, you know who it is.)
Question: Can you confirm who the Lost finale will center on, Ben or Jack? The rumor mill is going wild with contradictory information.Answer: It's looking like the finale will be Jack-centric.
Question: Can you please give us some scoop on One Tree Hill?Answer: Is that show still on? I kid, I kid. I heard through the grapevine that just as Lucas learns the identity of Keith's killer, he will find his mother in that very same man's arms. Also, Peyton and Brooke will discover the truth behind Psycho Derek's obsession with her, and it's not pretty; meanwhile, Haley will convince Lucas to make the ultimate sacrifice for Nathan's basketball career.
Question: OMG, is the CW ever going to tell us if the Gilmore Girls is ending? What in the H-E-double-hockey-sticks is going on over there?Answer: Turns out, there's no huge rush to make a decision. I'm told Episode 22 can serve as either a series or a season finale. So, theoretically, they can continue negotiating with Lauren and Alexis right up until the CW upfront on May 17. That said, I hear things are looking up.
Question: Is this Shane West’s last season on ER?Answer: It certainly looks that way based on what I'm hearing about the season finale. (Watch my latest vodcast for more.)
Question: I've heard a rumor that someone is getting killed in the CSI: NY finale! Help! Is it true?Answer: Can't confirm that someone's killed. Can confirm that someone's gonna be in a lot of pain.
Question: Do you have any CSI scoop that doesn't pertain to the pathetic relationship of Sara and Grissom?Answer: Just found out what sets off the Miniature-making Serial Killer: Clorox Bleach! Go figure. (And no, that's not a joke.) Also, the psycho's next (and final?) victim will look very familiar to viewers. "It is somebody we know well," hints executive producer Carol Mendelsohn. "Somebody who has been around since the first season." My guess? That "somebody" has a contract that expires in a little over a month.
Question: Any news on the Friday Night Lights renewal front?Answer: You mean you didn't hear the big news?
Question: Just saw your latest vodcast. Please tell me it is not Derek who slaps Meredith in the face.Answer: And ruin all the suspense?! Pshaw. I can tell you that Derek and Meredith aren't exactly on solid footing by the end of the May 3 episode.
Question: Will Logan appear in the Gilmore Girls finale?Answer: Matt Czuchry is not appearing in the finale, but Logan is referenced during a conversation between Lorelai and Rory.
Question: I desperately need Rescue Me news! My husband keeps grilling me to see if I know anything and, sadly, I have no more tidbits to give him.Answer: I've already given you, like, five big scoops — and the premiere is still two months away! The only thing I haven't told you is whether Sheila survives the fire, and you're gonna have to get me really drunk to divulge that little scoopbit. [Awkward pause] So… what are you waiting for? Let's get a tab started!
Question: Holy crap! Another vacation? In your absence, I have forwarded my résumé to your supervisor.Answer: Good news, Travis. My supervisor looked over your résumé and would like you to come in for an interview. He wanted me to check your availability on April 36, say, around 26 am/EST. Does that work? If so, we'll see you then! Oh, I almost forgot: Here are the directions. And that includes another groundbreaking edition of AA. Head on over to the Ask Ausiello Discussion Thread to debate the highs and lows of this week's column, check out the latest i