Eureka

66
Metascore
2006-2012
5 seasons
Syfy
Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction
TV-14

With help from Albert Einstein and other trusted advisors, President Harry S. Truman commissioned a top-secret residential development in a remote area of the Pacific Northwest, one that would serve to protect and nurture America's most valuable intellectual resources, where our nation's greatest thinkers, the über-geniuses working on the next era of scientific achievement, would be able to live and work in a supportive environment. The best architects and planners were commissioned to design a welcoming place for these superlative geniuses to reside, an area that would offer the best education for their children, the best healthcare, the best amenities and quality of life. A community was created to rival the most idyllic of America's small towns, with one major difference: this town would never appear on any maps. At least, none that haven't been classified "eyes only" by the Pentagon.

66
Metascore
2006-2012
5 seasons
Syfy
Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction
TV-14

The Vampire Diaries Casts Eureka Star as Militia Leader

The Vampire Diaries has a new sheriff in town. Eureka's Colin Ferguson has been cast as Tripp, TVGuide.com has confirmed. Tripp is a strong and disciplined head of a community militia and surrogate father to his young trainees who will do anything to protect his town. He'll first appear in the Season 6 premiere, which takes place following a significant time jump. Executive producer Julie Plec first teased the news on Twitter writing, "He's in town to give Sheriff Forbes a run for her money." Ferguson, best known for playing  Sheriff Jack Carter on the Syfy series, also shared his excitement about joining the CW drama adding:

Mon, Jul 14, 2014

The Vampire Diaries Casts Eureka Star as Militia Leader

Arrow Exclusive: Battlestar's James Callis Heading to Starling City

Another Battlestar Galactica alum is coming to Arrow! James Callis, who portrayed Gaius Baltar on the cult sci-fi series, has landed a guest-starring role on an upcoming episode of Arrow, TVGuide.com has learned exclusively. Callis will play...

Tue, Dec 18, 2012

Arrow Exclusive: Battlestar's James Callis Heading to Starling City

Ask Matt: Eureka, Dallas, Falling Skies, True Blood, Damages

Question: I hope you'll mention the passing of one of my favorite shows, Eureka. With all the hoopla around the finale of The Closer and the buzz about new and returning summer shows, the final episode of this quirky and creative Syfy gem will probably go unnoticed by most. Over the years it's become one of my favorites, serving up some high concept sci-fi stories with a healthy dose of humor and heart. Although I knew it was ending, the announcement last week of the July 16 "series finale" made me sadder than I expected. It's like nothing else on TV and I will miss all these wonderful, eccentric characters and this charming, if sometimes dangerous, town. Thanks for your insightful columns and recommendations! — Lenore

Mon, Jul 16, 2012

Ask Matt: Eureka, Dallas, Falling Skies, True Blood, Damages

Syfy Sets Eureka's End Date and Schedules Summer Premieres

Get ready to say goodbye to Eureka. After five seasons, the Syfy series will end on Monday, July 16 at 9/8c, the network announced Tuesday. One week later...

Tue, May 15, 2012

Syfy Sets Eureka's End Date and Schedules Summer Premieres

Colin Ferguson Previews the Final Season of Syfy's Eureka

Is this really happening? Eureka is back for its fifth and final season Monday (9/8c, Syfy) with a humdinger of an episode that has the starship Astraeus landing safely on Earth after its unplanned launch. But the crew members weren't in outer space for only a few hours like they thought — they were out there for four years! Naturally, the folks back home have moved on with their lives. Kids have grown up. New romances have blossomed. And sinister forces are now in charge of Global Dynamics. TV Guide Magazine spoke with Colin Ferguson — aka Sheriff Jack Carter — about these wild developments, the show's surprise demise, and what's in store for the series finale.

Mon, Apr 16, 2012

Colin Ferguson Previews the Final Season of Syfy's Eureka

New DVD Releases: Week of March 26, 2012

Eureka Season 4.5 Catch up on Eureka before season 5 premieres on April 16 with the release of "Season 4.5" on DVD. The three-disc set includes the final 11 episodes from Season 4, including an extended version of "Of Mites and Men," plus the holiday episode "O Little Town..." and the crossover episode of Warehouse 13, "Don't Hate the Player." Other bonus features include ...

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

New DVD Releases: Week of March 26, 2012

Ask Matt: The Good Wife's Move, Community, Sons of Anarchy and More!

Question: In previous years I followed CBS shows Shark and The Unit to their new time on Sunday evenings that ended up to be their last season. Because of the preceding football game, one never knows when a certain program will start, with delays that can last as long as an hour. This, of course, prevents one from switching to another network for a later program. Since we still have a video tape recorder that automatically fast-forwards over commercials (most of them), I would end up taping those shows, with an extra margin of half an hour. I don't know whether a TiVo type recorder can even adjust to such delays. It appears that The Good Wife will follow the same pattern. Perhaps this time I will watch it online, or On Demand. But I have to wonder how much this new time slot will affect its viewership (in addition to the new direction and hair style). — HannaMatt Roush: This is a perennial problem for viewers in the time zones where football overruns impact the start of CBS' prime-time lineup. (Rule of thumb: If you're not watching live, set the ...

Mon, Oct 3, 2011

Ask Matt: The Good Wife's Move, Community, Sons of Anarchy and More!

Matt's Guide to Monday Night TV: New and Returning Shows

This being such an epic week in the TV business, with the majority of new and returning shows premiering in the kickoff to the official TV season, I'm adjusting my "guide to the week" format all week to focus separately on each night as a whole: analyzing the programming strategies and showdowns while previewing the pilots and season openers I've seen in advance.Monday in a Nutshell: ABC and CBS should continue to dominate. Dancing With the Stars has once again cast a buzz-worthy group — though some are wondering if they've overstepped and alienated their more mainstream fans with lightning-rod contestants like Chaz Bono and Nancy Grace. (Get over it, folks. It's a dancing show, all for fun.) And Castle makes for a fine nightcap. CBS' popular comedy lineup includes one new winner (Two Broke Girls) and one show in transition (Two and a Half Men) that's more talked about than almost any new fall series, while Hawaii Five-0 more than holds its own. Fox is shaking things up with its big-budget fantasy spectacular Terra Nova (which bows next week), which should open big at the very least. We'll see if its family-friendly tone attracts a broader-than-cult following. A Cuddy-free House (premiering Oct. 3) may be on its ...

Mon, Sep 19, 2011

Matt's Guide to Monday Night TV: New and Returning Shows

Summer TV Winners and Losers

Just two years ago, MTV was struggling to find its footing. Network staple TRL had ended, onetime hit The Hills was on its way out, and ratings were in a downward spiral. MTV faced its biggest identity crisis yet — then along came Snooki and Co. Now, led by the crass stars of prime-time phenomenon Jersey Shore, MTV can easily be crowned the biggest winner of the summer of 2011. Jersey Shore's Season 4 premiere averaged 8.8 million viewers, and the show landed five of the top seven cable telecasts of summer. "Thank God for Jersey Shore," says MTV programming head David Janollari. Those ratings translate to big advertising bucks for MTV, notes Horizon Media analyst Brad Adgate. "I think in the 30-year history of MTV, this has been...

Wed, Sep 14, 2011

Syfy Sets Sanctuary Return, Eureka and Warehouse 13 Finales

Ghosts, Abnormals and even Tinker Bell will be populating Syfy this fall. On Tuesday, the network announced the return dates for its shows Sanctuary, Scare Tactics and Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files, in addition to the season finales for Eureka, Alphas, Haven and Warehouse 13. The four-hour movie Neverland, starring Keira Knightley as the voice of Tinker Bell, will premiere on Sunday and Monday, Dec. 4 and 5 at 9/8c each night.

Wed, Aug 24, 2011

Syfy Sets Sanctuary Return, Eureka and Warehouse 13 Finales

Syfy Cancels Eureka Without a Season 6

Looks like Syfy is ready to leave Eureka after all.Less than a week after ordering a six-episode sixth season, Syfy has reversed its decision, canceling the drama after its upcoming fifth season. The network called it a "difficult business decision" and urged fans to look forward to the ...

Tue, Aug 9, 2011

Will Eureka's Sixth Season Be Its Last?

Is Syfy ready to leave Eureka? The cable network has ordered an abbreviated six-episode sixth season of the series, according to Deadline.com, which also reports that the shortened season will be the show's last. However, Mark Stern, Syfy's president of original content told The Hollywood Reporter there are no such plans to...

Thu, Aug 4, 2011

Ask Matt: Breaking Bad, Torchwood, Ringer, Glee and More!

Send questions to askmatt@tvguidemagazine.com and follow me on Twitter!Question: WOW is the main word I use for Breaking Bad so far this season! I am amazed how FAST this season started up and I know it will get better and better! The writing is incredible after three seasons and I cannot wait to see what happens next, especially with Gale's "Lab notes" which was sure a shocker at the end of the 1st episode. Any spoilers regarding ...

Mon, Aug 1, 2011

Ask Matt: Breaking Bad, Torchwood, Ringer, Glee and More!

Exclusive: CSI: NY Recruits General Hospital Alum to Play Mac's Wife

After seven seasons of CSI: NY, viewers will finally meet Mrs. Mac Taylor.Check out photos of the CSI: NY castFormer General Hospital  and Eastwick star Jaime Ray Newman has been tapped to play Claire Taylor, the wife Mac (Gary Sinise) lost during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, TVGuide.com has learned exclusively. As we previously reported, Claire will appear in flashbacks during the show's Season 8 premiere, which honors the 10th anniversary of 9/11...

Thu, Jul 28, 2011

Exclusive: CSI: NY Recruits General Hospital Alum to Play Mac's Wife

Ask Matt: Chicago Code, Castle, Fringe and More!

Send questions to askmatt@tvguidemagazine.com and follow me on Twitter! Question: I really like the new show The Chicago Code; I am from Chicago and also love the fact that it is shot on location here. My only issue with the show is Jennifer Beals' HORRIBLE attempt at a Chicago accent (and I love her). It is especially grating when she is narrating the story. I have lived in Chicago my whole life, and I can tell you that most people do not have that Dennis Franz (or the SNL characters') accent. That is a South Side thing and only a portion of the South Side actually talks that way. I will say that Jason Clarke not only nails the South Side accent but also the whole South Side mentality of a diehard White Sox fan who hates the Cubs (Sox fans are an angry bunch). Everyone I know that has watched the show has had the same reaction to her and it almost makes the show unwatchable. What do you think? Why can't they just let her talk normally?

Mon, Feb 21, 2011

Ask Matt: Chicago Code, Castle, Fringe and More!

Chris Parnell Talks Eureka, 30 Rock and Archer

Chris Parnell was known on Saturday Night Live for being a man of many faces and voices — and he's continuing to diversify with his maiden sci-fi voyage. Parnell fills us in on his Eureka holiday special guest spot, plus his recurring roles on 30 Rock and Archer.

Tue, Dec 7, 2010

Chris Parnell Talks Eureka, 30 Rock and Archer

Matt's Weekend Picks: August 27-29

THE PILLARS OF THE EARTH (Friday, 10/9c, Starz) The epic miniseries wraps as Jack returns to Kingsbridge to finish work on the cathedral, but not without more threats and attacks from the villainous likes of Regan, William and the ever-scheming Waleran. Expect the body count to rise before all is said and built...

Thu, Aug 26, 2010

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 20, 2010

Eureka9/8c Syfy Traditionally, if you wanted to be immortalized as a statue, you would either have to accomplish things in the course of your life that are worthy of remembrance or you could go the easy route by hiring a sculptor and striking a pose. But a find at the site of Jo's future home bypasses tradition and alarmingly starts to "rock" the townsfolk (into stone) while tensions between Carter and Grant over Allison become even rockier.Read on for previews of The Pillars of the Earth, Chefs vs. City, Today, Good Morning America, NFL Football and Kids in the Hall Present: Death Comes to Town.

Fri, Aug 20, 2010

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 20, 2010

Exclusive: Stan Lee to Guest-Star on Eureka

Stan Lee will guest-star on Syfy's Eureka, TVGuide.com has learned exclusively. Lee hinted at a cameo on the sci-fi series — which was just renewed for a fifth season — on his Twitter account Tuesday, saying he was rushing to Vancouver to film a guest spot. Syfy is keeping mum on who or what the comic book legend will play.

Thu, Aug 19, 2010

Exclusive: Stan Lee to Guest-Star on Eureka

Syfy Renews Eureka For Season 5

Eureka has been renewed for a fifth season, Syfy announced on Tuesday. The show's fourth season —which introduced James Callis (Battlestar Galactica) to the cast, along with an alternate timeline that...

Tue, Aug 17, 2010

Matt's Weekend Picks: August 6-8

Friday Night Lights(Friday, 8/7c, NBC) The fourth season ends on a bittersweet Thanksgiving note, as Riggins takes one for the team, family-style, while Principal Tami contemplates a profound career decision and ...

Thu, Aug 5, 2010

Ask Matt: Rescue Me, Doctor Who, Mad Men, LOLA and More!

Send questions to askmatt@tvguidemagazine.com and follow me on Twitter! Question: I was wondering what you think about this season of Rescue Me so far. I thought last week's episode was one of the best they have done in a while. I like that the show refuses to compromise or tack on happy endings. Just when it looks like Tommy will finally make an effort to be a good father or husband, something happens and ...

Mon, Aug 2, 2010

Ask Matt: Rescue Me, Doctor Who, Mad Men, LOLA and More!

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 30, 2010

Eureka9/8c Syfy After Carter, Lupo, Henry, Allison and Fargo visited Eureka's founding (and slightly altered history), we've seen a ring on Henry's finger, new careers for Lupo and Fargo and Allison's son transformed in a startling way. Tonight, Carter visits Zoe (Jordan Hinson) at college to see if she's still like the daughter he remembers, and it's a good time for the sheriff to be out of town, as Jamie Kennedy turns up as Dr. Ramsey, a scientist whose project threatens Eureka during the Space Week festival.Read on for previews of The Short List, Good Morning America, Friday Night Lights, Smallville, Let the Good Times Roll, Aaron Stone and The Neistat Brothers.

Fri, Jul 30, 2010

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 30, 2010

Matt's Weekend Picks: July 30-August 1

Eureka (Friday, 9/8c, Syfy) Colin Ferguson directs this week's episode, which may explain why Sheriff Carter is off to Harvard to visit Zoe for the week. While he's away, the town celebrates Space Week—but as usual, things go awry. This week's culprit: guest star Jamie Kennedy, whose self-propagating oxygen device begins to affect the atmosphere, threatening to incinerate the put-upon town...

Thu, Jul 29, 2010

Ask Matt: Damages' Rescue, Summer Crime Drama, The Choir and More!

Send questions to askmatt@tvguidemagazine.com and follow me on Twitter!Question: Just wanted to get your thoughts/reaction to DirecTV saving Damages from FX's cancellation fate. I am beyond thrilled one of my favorites and one of the best dramas on TV was rescued! (On a side note, I think Damages was robbed of a Best Drama Emmy nomination.) It will be a long haul to wait until summer 2011 for new episodes, but will be worth it to see Patty spar with Ellen again during a thrilling legal battle. — KevinMatt Roush: I'm always pleased when a show I like gets a new lease on life. Was overjoyed for Friday Night Lights when DirecTV came to its rescue (allowing the show to recover from a very flawed second season and move on to new heights) and feel the same for Damages, especially since the show regained its mojo in year 3. In fact, the season was so satisfying I would have been OK if that had been all we got. Still, two more arcs for Patty and Ellen? Who'd complain about that? But for the dark lining in this silver cloud, read on...

Sun, Jul 25, 2010

Ask Matt: Damages' Rescue, Summer Crime Drama, The Choir and More!

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 23

Friday Night Lights8 pm/ET NBC Tami once again finds herself in the hot seat after Luke's mom tries to get her fired for her role in Becky's tough decision. Forced to fight for her job, Tami has to face the school board to defend her actions. And while this is going on, Luke still struggles with his injury and tries to find new ways to deal with his pain. Elsewhere, Julie takes a hit when she receives an unexpected phone call, and Vince just can't stay out of trouble. — Brie HearnRead on for previews of Eureka, Pillars of the Earth, Wizards of Waverly Place, Smallville and more!

Fri, Jul 23, 2010

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 16, 2010

Flashpoint10/9c CBS The SRU team members are given a delicate assignment: rescue a baby who is being held hostage. The kid is taken when a carjacker steals the vehicle the baby is in. It all comes to a climax at a seedy motel where the captor, who may be a serial killer, is staying. — Tim Holland Eureka9/8c Syfy At the end of last week's episode, we saw the gang return to a slightly different Eureka than the one they knew before they traveled back in time to the town's foundation. While the charming-yet-devious Trevor (James Callis) adjusts to skipping 60 years of history, Fargo acclimates to a surprising career change. Let's hope his new job description includes these words: "Must know how to deal with red indoor lightning."Read on for previews of Eureka, Whale Wars, DC Cupcakes, The Jensen Project, Golf and Supernatural.

Fri, Jul 16, 2010

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 16, 2010

Matt's Weekend Picks: July 9-11

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (Friday, 8/7c NBC) In another emotionally charged episode, Principal Tami Taylor finds herself dealing with an emotionally explosive situation when Becky comes to her for advice (at Riggins' urging) regarding her unwanted pregnancy. Family pressures also weigh upon star player Vince, whose addict mother suffers another setback...

Thu, Jul 8, 2010

On Syfy, Fantasy Lite

"In this job, there's no such thing as no such thing." That clever quip gives us summer Syfy in a nutshell. As spoken by Warehouse 13's glib Secret Service hero Pete Lattimer (the genial Eddie McClintock) to his foxy partner Mika Bering (Joanne Kelly) while both are plastered to a Victorian ceiling by some anti-gravity device or other, we are served the fantastic with a side order of whimsy, with very little ever taken seriously...

Tue, Jul 6, 2010

Poll: What Summer Show Are You Craving?

True Blood, Royal Pains and Burn Notice have already premiered but there's lots more to come. Which mid-summer series are you most looking forward to returning? Vote in the poll after the jump...

Thu, Jun 17, 2010

Jamie Kennedy to Guest-Star on Syfy's Eureka

Ghost Whisperer's Jamie Kennedy will guest-star on an episode of Eureka. Kennedy (Scream, The Cleveland Show) will play...

Mon, Apr 26, 2010

Jamie Kennedy to Guest-Star on Syfy's Eureka

Wil Wheaton to Guest-Star on Eureka

Wil Wheaton is set to guest-star on Syfy's Eureka. Watch full episodes of Eureka in our Online Video Guide Wheaton will play...

Tue, Apr 6, 2010

Battlestar Galactica Alum Joins Eureka

Battlestar Galactica star James Callis is sticking with Syfy. The actor has been cast as a new regular in the network's most popular original series, Eureka. Battlestar Galactica's James Callis joins FlashForward In the dramedy, the 38-year-old Callis will play ...

Mon, Mar 15, 2010

Supernatural Exclusive: Matt Frewer Cast as One of Four Horsemen

Supernatural has cast another of the Four Horsemen of the apocalypse. Matt Frewer — best known for a recent role in Eureka and for playing the title character on Max Headroom — has been cast as...

Tue, Mar 2, 2010

Supernatural Exclusive: Matt Frewer Cast as One of Four Horsemen

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Sept. 18, 2009

Crash10/9c Starz! The second season gets underway with a compelling and involving episode that introduces new characters and catches up with some from Season 1. Front and center is the riveting Dennis Hopper as former entertainment mogul Ben Cendars, who's back in L.A. after months in rehab. He's on a driven mission to find out who killed his youngest daughter. Among the new faces, Eric Roberts stands out as visionary tycoon Seth Blanchard, who's bound and determined to bring an NFL franchise to the city.Read on for previews of Guiding Light, the 2009 ALMA Awards, Eureka, Monk and Dog Whisperer.

Fri, Sep 18, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Sept. 18, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 28, 2009

Monk9/8c USA Adrian Monk: detective, neat freak... hit man? That's the role Monk attempts to don after an FBI agent asks him to assume the identity of a killer-for-hire after the real hit man dies. If Monk can pull it off and convince the bad guys he's tough as nails, he may be able to foil an assassination plot.Read on for previews of Today, Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, Eureka and Making Over America With Trinny & Susannah.

Fri, Aug 28, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 28, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 7, 2009

Monk9/8 CT USAMonk kicks off its eighth and final season tonight as the obsessive-compulsive detective takes a case that messes with his sense of reality...well, a little more than usual. Monk eagerly becomes a bodyguard for a former child star (played by Elizabeth Perkins) who's receiving death threats. But his excitement fades when he learns the actress is nothing like her TV alter ego.Read on for previews of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, Eureka, NUMB3RS and Chefs vs. City.

Fri, Aug 7, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, Aug. 7, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 17, 2009

Wizards on Deck with Hannah Montana8 pm/ET Disney Three of Disney's biggest hits (Hannah Montana, Wizards of Waverly Place, The Suite Life on Deck) cross over in this 90-minute laughfest that is sure to please fans of all three shows. The fun begins when Justin, Alex and Max Russo join a teen cruise on the SS Tipton, which is, of course, the home of Zack and Cody Martin... and London Tipton. Justin is crazy about London and pretends he is a doctor to get a date with her. Later, it's a fan-feeding frenzy when Hannah Montana arrives on the ship for a concert.Read on for previews of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, SpongeBob SquarePants, Eureka and Real Time with Bill Maher.

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Tonight's TV Hot List: Friday, July 17, 2009

VIDEO: Eureka Star Teases Big Twists and a New Romance

Syfy's Eureka (finally) welcomes viewers back to that crazy Pacific Northwestern town this Friday at 9 pm/ET, and to hear cast member Salli Richardson-Whitfield tell it, the new episodes are pregnant with possibilities. Quite literally.Check out photos of TV's sexiest sci-fi stars In this TVGuide.com video Q&A, Richardson-Whitfield reveals which came first — her own real-life pregnancy, or the one written into Allison Blake's storyline. As for her alter ego's eventual childbirth, she teases, "It's a very big episode... and a real bonding experience between me and Carter." In her on-camera sit-down, Richardson-Whitfield also ...

Fri, Jul 10, 2009

VIDEO: Eureka Star Teases Big Twists and a New Romance

Sci Fi Morphs Into Syfy

Sci Fi Channel has a new name, but it sounds the same: Syfy.The official rebranding of the nearly 17-year-old channel took place Tuesday with a new moniker, a new tagline ("Imagine Greater"), a new site and a new series to go with it, Warehouse 13.Watch full episodes of Ghost Hunters nowThe Syfy name was unveiled in March when network brass cited the need to ...

Tue, Jul 7, 2009

Mega Buzz on Chuck, Gossip Girl, Without a Trace, True Blood and More!

Every week, senior editors Matt Webb Mitovich, Mickey O'Connor and Tim Molloy satisfy your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to megascoop@tvguide.com. Chuck deserves a whole season, not just 13 episodes. Any chance of more? — DarrylMATT: Actually, yes. NBC entertainment president Ben Silverman says that while the current plan is to deliver 13 midseason episodes, depending on the ratings, "we may extend it out and continue it through the summer," where he thinks it could pair nicely with Friday Night Lights. "We're looking to ... keep [Chuck] incredibly viral and buzz-worthy until it returns, and then hopefully have it on our air for many years to come." That'd be Awesome. And even more so? I chatted up Scott Bakula at TNT's upfronts luncheon, and he's game for more Chuck, if need be. Any scoop on Gossip Girl's Season 3? — F.R.MICKEY: Speaking with TVGuide.com at the CW upfronts, Leighton Meester seemed to confirm that Georgina's plan to ...

Wed, May 27, 2009

Mega Buzz on Chuck, Gossip Girl, Without a Trace, True Blood and More!

At the Sci Fi Upfronts: Battlestar Finale, New Shows and a New Name

Sci Fi chose their upfront event to screen the much-anticipated finale of their hit series Battlestar Galactica, introduce new shows and formally reveal their new name, SyFy.Here are some of the highlights of the evening:Battlestar GalacticaThe evening began with the screening of the two-hour Galactica finale, "Daybreak — Part 2." Executive producer Ron Moore made reporters and critics raise their right hands and promise not to reveal any spoilers until it airs on Friday (10 pm/ET). We will abide by this promise, but say the show's bow is stunning, action-packed and quite emotional.Ghost HuntersJason and Grant were good enough to name their "can't miss" episodes for TVGuide.com this season. They feature the creepy, old, abandoned Essex County Hospital and a Titanic exhibit with some reported spooky activity at the Georgia Aquarium. To raise the stakes — and the hairs on the back of your neck — the network is airing the Titanic episode on the anniversary of the ship's demise, April 15. We also couldn't resist asking if the boys minded being spoofed last year by Supernatural, and if they would be up for a cameo on the show. "We don't take ourselves seriously," said Grant. Jason echoed the sentiment, saying, "We'd love to... we think those guys are great and we'd love to meet them!" Read more about the Sci Fi upfronts after the jump!

Tue, Mar 17, 2009

At the Sci Fi Upfronts: Battlestar Finale, New Shows and a New Name

Mega Buzz on Prison Break, Mad Men, Miami & More!

Senior editors Matt Mitovich and Mickey O'Connor answer your questions! E-mail us your own scoopy needs.Is it true that Prison Break's Michael is losing the tattoo? I felt so bad for Wentworth stuck in long-sleeved shirts in the Dallas sun!  ChristineMatt: 'Tis true. As you'll see on Monday night, Scofield books a (truly grueling) date with a dermatologist so as to better safeguard his identity as well as afford him greater wardrobe options (including shirtlessness, the ladyfolk hope). "It was a laborious process putting that [fake tattoo] on," says a relieved Wentworth Miller. "I am looking forward to rolling my sleeves up!" (FYI: I'm one-and-a-half episodes into the new season, and he has yet to do that. Patience!)Is Mad Men planning a Thorn Birds scenario between Peggy and Father Gill? Also, to whom do you think Don sent that book in the first episode? (My guess: Rachel.)  DarcyMickey: While it's clear that the burgeoning friendship between Peggy and the padre has bec...

Wed, Aug 27, 2008

Mega Buzz on Prison Break, Mad Men, Miami & More!

Colin Ferguson Previews Eureka's Inventive New Season

If youre looking for sanity in Eureka go no further than Colin Ferguson Tuesday night he begins his third season as Sheriff Jack Carter who lends an Andy Taylor-like calm to a stormy Mayberry populated by crazy scientific geniuses Ferguson explains why hes nuts about the show Eureka airs Tuesdays at 9 pmET Sci FiTV Guide Give us some scoop Colin Ferguson A main character dies How do you like that Also as last season ended Eureka was wrecked [by an airborne metal-eating bacteria] so we bring in Frances Fisher [as a corporate hotshot] to fix the town [The opener] is about a [rogue robot] that escapes Its fun though its hard to act when a main character is a visual effectTV Guide What is the shows appeal Ferguson Some like the special effects and the fun fast stories Others like the humor I think its the relationshipsTV Guide Any other projectsFerguson I did NBCs Fear Itself which is like The Twilight Zone I played a serial killer and that was

Tue, Jul 29, 2008

Colin Ferguson Previews Eureka's Inventive New Season

Casting Update: Eureka adds Ever Carradine

Sci Fi Channel's Eureka has added Ever Carradine to the cast. The Reporter says she'll play Lexi, sister of Sheriff Carter, and will appear in four episodes in the upcoming third season.Carradine most recently played Heather Donnelly on ABC's Women's Murder Club.Eureka returns to the lineup July 29.  J.R. Whalen

Fri, Jun 20, 2008

Casting Update: Eureka adds Ever Carradine

Mega Buzz on Heroes, Criminal Minds and More!

Please tell me we haven't seen the last of David Anders as Adam Monroe on Heroes.  StacieMatt Mitovich: No, Heroes fans have not seen the last of Anders. And that's the truth. (Now would you be so kind as to tell my sons that good things come to those who say please?)Newly converted "vitch" here. Think you could dig up some scoop on Bones or Criminal Minds for me?  LaurenMitovich: "Vitch"? Really? Hmm. There's Bones buzz in the new Mega Minute vodcast. As for Minds, remember the SUV that went kablooey in the finale? It belonged to a main character, and he will emerge "impaired" as a result. Have you heard anything about when BSG will return with the final episodes?  AnnaMitovich: The bad news: No sooner than January 2009, Ron Moore told us just last week. The good news: There is talk of getting a "bonus" 11th hour in that batch. A Sci Fi rep deftly responds, "As written by Ron, the phenomenal finale script extends beyond the time allotted for the episode. We're ex...

Wed, Jun 18, 2008

Mega Buzz on Heroes, Criminal Minds and More!

Michael Shanks Visits Eureka and Returns to the Stargate

For those who missed Michael Shanks battling a ginormous man-eating serpent last weekend in MegaSnake, Sci Fi's latest cheese-filled movie, not to worry. The actor who played Stargate SG-1's hunky brainiac Daniel Jackson for a decade is now paying a visit to the genius town Eureka on Sept. 25 (Tuesdays at 9 pm/ET, Sci Fi). TVGuide.com caught the Canadian actor at the tail end of his vacation "playing dad” to his three kids, and invited him to share with us tidbits about that gig, the upcoming SG-1 DVD movies, and more. TVGuide.com: Both you and your wife, SG-1 colleague Lexa Doig, have Eureka gigs. Hers is the wee

Wed, Aug 29, 2007

Michael Shanks Visits Eureka and Returns to the Stargate

Can you give us some scoop on ...

Question: Can you give us some scoop on the upcoming season of that oh-so-great Sci Fi show Eureka?Answer: Prepare to ignite your addiction all over again just in the first two episodes alone. And when I say "ignite," I'm talking a combustible situation that needs to be solved very quickly. Plus, Henry creates a device that will change Carter forever, Nathan's power is tested, and Fargo is forced into a position that expands into troublesome proportions.

Wed, Jun 20, 2007

Sci Fi Summer Stars Flash and Another Superhero

Sci Fi's summer slate, as culled from a fresh press release:June 6: Ghost Hunters returns. Also, the series premiere of Destination Truth, in which globe-trotter/truth-seeker Josh Gates explores the world's unexplained.July 6: Doctor Who, Season 3 begins.July 10: Eureka, Season 2 arrives.July 25: Who Wants to Be a Superhero? takes flight with a second season. Also, the debut of a series starring Derren Brown, a British mentalist described as "part James Bond, part Yoda." Not stirred, shaken, hmmm.August 10: The premiere of a contemporized take on Flash Gordon, starring Eric Johnson. Good luck filling Sam J. Jones' spandex, kid.

Fri, Apr 27, 2007