Lloyd wrote:

Good news that 6Deg is back! Have been waiting for it for ages now! Not sure if you wrote a typo or have another news source - but on the abc Six Degrees site it says it returns at 9pm - not 10pm ;) :) - maybe even abc made a typo! lol

posted at February 26, 2007 06:57 PM

Jonathan wrote:

Just making a quick note / addendum to your mention of ABC's "October Road". Bryan Greenberg was on "One Tree Hill" not "The O.C." However, the more interesting aspect of his career's rise would have to be his participation on HBO's short-lived "Unscripted".

posted at February 26, 2007 07:33 PM

Bryce wrote:

Thought you should know that Bryan Greenburg is One Tree Hill alum and not the OC.

posted at February 26, 2007 10:10 PM

lilar wrote:

absolutely LOVED "The Black Donnelly's" Sure hope it will stay on the roster but based on how all the other new shows I saw this year ended up in the cemetary, I don't expect this one will last either.

posted at February 27, 2007 12:04 AM

Kenneth wrote:

Bryan was actually on One Tree Hill, not the OC, if I remember correctly.

PS. I really like Six Degrees.

posted at February 27, 2007 03:43 AM

Joe McGuire wrote:

I thought The Black Donnelly's was really good. that was only the first episode so it might be too early to tell if its a keeper or not!

posted at February 27, 2007 08:35 AM

Stacey wrote:

I really loved "The Black Donnelly's" last night. My husband and I never ever sit and watch tv together (unless its sports and I sit there and hate every minute of it). He loved it as well! I hope the show keeps going so we can finally have a show to watch together other than basketball and ugh...baseball soon!

posted at February 27, 2007 08:57 AM

Nelizabetsy wrote:

LOVED The Black Donnellys. As close to The Sopranos as you can get on network TV.

posted at February 27, 2007 09:32 AM

Dennis wrote:

THe black donnelly's was hands down the best drama premiere I've ever seen. It's good to see a show that isn't sci fi, medical, or csi-ish. Kudos to NBC for this show.

posted at February 27, 2007 09:42 AM

Jeff wrote:

Meh, honestly wasn't that impressed with the Black Donnelly's. While it wasn't completely awful, I don't think it was worth taking Studio 60 off the air.

posted at February 27, 2007 10:23 AM

Bob wrote:

The writing was very sharp and the characters (as much as they can be in a Pilot) were compelling. I found myself hating when they went to a commercial. Now whether or not they can keep it so good beyond one episode remains to be seen. Also, I hope that they planned out the storylines beyond five episodes. Nothing is worse than those "Lost" moments where you wonder if monkey's came up with the storyline because the writers couldn't think of anything. Loved the show.

posted at February 27, 2007 11:36 AM

deanna mosley wrote:

Guess I'm too old to appreciate the violence and stupidity of The Black Donneleys.

posted at February 27, 2007 12:42 PM

tvfan wrote:

I don't see what all the hype was about. The Black Donnellys pilot set the stage for predictability. And with it being on network tv, it's going to be a bit limited as far as mob dramas go.

posted at February 27, 2007 12:55 PM

Joe B. wrote:

I had already posted about the show when the overwhelmingly milquetoast reviews came in, but I still stand by what I said, I thought it was very compelling.

I had heard that Moresco and Haggis originally set the show inthe 70s, which I think would have been even better. Think of all the Vietnam War parallels that could have played out as b and c stories behind the story of the Donnellys.

Well, I'm sure that Kevin Reilly in his infinite wisdom thought that would put off some viewers. Who does he think watches this stuff? If 10 mil of the 300 million Americans show up, he's a hit, yet he waters down the show so that it's interesting to fewer and fewer.

I'm gonna hang in there with this one.

posted at February 27, 2007 01:11 PM

Dan wrote:

The Black Donnellys is another exquisite take on the Irish mob by the EZ Streets team. There were even some homages to EZ Streets scattered through the pilot. The Black Donnellys pilot episode built throughout to an unexpected, emotionally charged conclusion. It deserves to survive and thrive. With the Heroes lead-in, the Black Irish have a decent chance at ratings success. Those that try it are likely to get hooked based on the early feedback.

posted at February 27, 2007 02:23 PM

Stacy wrote:

I LOVED IT!!! I think it is one of the best shows to air this season. Can't wait to see what happends next week.

posted at February 27, 2007 04:55 PM

T wrote:

I thought the Black Donnellys was horrible. The opening was designed to try and make a boring show interesting, and it failed terribly. I have no love for any of the characters, and felt that there was nothing really interesting to grab me and make me watch the next episode. I definitely won't be tuning in next week.

posted at February 27, 2007 05:32 PM

Denisa wrote:

THE BLACK DONNELLY'S was awesome, I absolutely loved it and I am so so so excited for SIX DEGREES to come back, I watched all the episodes and was really sad when they took it off the air but now it's back and I'm definately gonna keep watching.

posted at February 27, 2007 09:32 PM

stefanie wrote:

I thought that Black Donnelly's was GREAT!!! It had some predictability about it, but I think that made even more attractive.
I loved the characters that have already set the tone for things to be expected in the future.
Joey Ice Cream...he is the weasel friend (every gang of brothers has got to have one!)
I liked it so much that I am probably going to watch the encore show on Thursday!!!

posted at February 28, 2007 01:49 PM

Frish wrote:

Just saw a commercial for October Road and it looks awesome. I will watching!

posted at February 28, 2007 09:49 PM

Jack wrote:

Wow, just what we need, another show about New York thugs. I'll pass.

posted at March 1, 2007 03:30 PM

Mary wrote:

What a surprise, ABC commits to bringing six degrees back the week bridget moynahan says she's having tom brady's baby. kind of a low publicity move, on her part and ABC for their timing.

As for the Black Donnellys, it's awsome. There were some typical irish mob elements to it that kind of made me think the show might not be good, but i think it has lasting potential. i can't wait to see what happens with the brothers, especially tommy and jimmy!

posted at March 1, 2007 11:41 PM

MRL wrote:

Black Donnelleys is like the Departed meets the Sopranos. I liked it. Give it a chance. Six degrees, barf.

posted at March 2, 2007 08:00 PM

liz wrote:

the black d's is without a doubt the crappiest show on tv - are you kidding us NBC?

I was expecting so much better from Paul Haggis...

this PILOT WAS BEYOND DISAPOINTING - I didn't love Studio 60 but I would always watch it after heroes anyway...

I guess I'll have to find something else to do with that hour now...hmmm wonder what's on CBS.

posted at March 3, 2007 05:28 PM

Aaron Johnson wrote:

i think that a lot what your saying is right

who can blame these poor writers
for not making a better choice

posted at March 5, 2007 12:25 AM

Izzy wrote:

I turned off the Donnelleys after ten minutes. The characters were too much like all the other mob dramas to make me stick with it. NBC can't seem to find a show that works in that timeslot.

posted at March 5, 2007 02:42 AM

Maggie wrote:

I loved the black donnelly's. however, i am worried about its lasting power because i feel people have fallen in love with crappy TV lately- ridiculous slapstick, reality shows, and shows with so much action there's no time for real human emotion.

posted at March 5, 2007 11:17 AM

davidinmanhattan wrote:

The Black Donnellys was excellent. The script, the acting, the story were all excellent. Although some of the fake NYC location shots were not convincing. This is a show that can take off, but, of course, that means the network will end up cancelling it. They seem to have a penchant for poor quality and underestimating the intelligence of the public. But I'm hoping they let it grow - because it will.

posted at March 5, 2007 11:06 PM

davidinmanhattan wrote:

Oh. I forgot to mention: I watched the pilot via my DVR. It was so good, I watched it again - right after I watched it the first time. That's how good it was.

posted at March 5, 2007 11:11 PM

Emptysix wrote:

Izzy... maybe you should have watched more than 10 minutes of it... regardless of what anyone says this is not a rip off of The Departed or The Sopranos or even Brotherhood... Truly original show with truly interesting characters... If you give the show a chance and see it for what it is you can forgive it for being a network show... sometimes you don't have to see or hear everything to make you believe something, same here with the lack of foul language and (although the violence and brutality is there) gore.

Watch the first to episodes all the way through or your opinions are pretty much worthless.

posted at March 5, 2007 11:28 PM

Rita wrote:

I missed the premiere - but tried to watch it last night. I forced myself to watch the first half - but I honestly thought it was disgusting.
I'll pass on this one and hope it is replaced soon.

posted at March 6, 2007 08:48 AM

Laura wrote:

I really liked The Black Donnellys. It had kind of a Guy Richie (Snatch & Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels) feel to it. I am also looking forward to the return of Six Degrees.

posted at March 6, 2007 08:13 PM

Barb wrote:

I thought the Black Donnelly's was a good mid year replacement. However I sincerely doubt that anyone in the networks have the guts to stick with a show, so this one will be gone soon too. This has been the worst year I can remember for cancellations - who the f&*^ cares that AMerican Idol or Dancing with the starts wins a time slot. What about the rest of the viewing population. Is being number 2 in a slot that bad??

posted at March 8, 2007 12:37 AM

Remy wrote:

I LOVE this show!! The Black Donnelly's is really great! I love the humor they use. It's not like other shows on TV nowadays where the humor is old and predictable. This is one of the best shows on TV right now. I watched the first episode and watched it again ten times after that. I hope this show stays on for a long time, it deserves it.

posted at March 9, 2007 05:46 PM

Sheri wrote:

We LOVED The Black Donnelly's!!!! If you don't give it a chance, you won't know what you're missing...try it....you'll like it!!!!
My husband and I don't always have the same taste in shows, but we BOTH enjoy watching it!!!

posted at March 13, 2007 04:32 AM

Aaron Johnson wrote:

I Loved studio 60 more than the black donnellys

in comparision, i thought that studio 60's humor that it presents that i think that it is really interesting
while the black donellys, is just a poor execuse for a drama , that like more similar ones to this on cable like the sopranos on a&e, it's just poorly poorly written,
and i thought that it was A stupid choice for a replacement for studio 60

posted at March 15, 2007 02:59 PM

MR wrote:

Black D's was interesting but a bit much to follow.
I would give it a try... I think they need to settle in.
LOVED!!!!!!! October ROAD!!!!!!! RIP Brad Delp (lead singer of Boston; the song they played in the beginning, for those who are too young)
But most of the GREAT show such as Oct. Rd. & the Black D'susually don't get a chance!
BE SMART! All good shows need time!
Sorry RAINES, buh bye! Spending ONE WHOLE HOUR on ONE case! OY! Jeff whatsit is so monotone I couldn't take it! Sorry, Jeff stick to Dinosaur movies :[
AND can someone PLEASE tell me what the show DRIVE is about!?

Thanks!

posted at March 16, 2007 01:24 PM

J wrote:

I LOVE Six degrees and am so happy to see that it is returning!
I caught the pilot of October Road, and have to say it is one of the worst ever. The dialogue made me want to shoot the TV--extremely immature, unoriginal, and I felt dumber after watching the show. Dreadful!

posted at March 19, 2007 09:14 PM

Delissca Belleville wrote:

The Black Donnelys is the sleeper of the year to me. I am so attracted to the unusual characters, story lines and even the silly turn of events portrayed well by Joey Ice Cream, who is in prison, telling the story. This show could really be a long runner, if they let it live long enough to show it's potential and find it's audience. Best new drama in a long time.

posted at March 20, 2007 12:23 AM

Paula wrote:

I LOVED the Black Donnelly's!! I TiVo everything and now this is the first thing I watch on Tues. morning!! The drama is my favorite type of program..not a huge fan of the sitcom, so this is right up my alley! I promised myself I wouldn't get invested in any more shows, but so much for that!

posted at March 20, 2007 09:53 AM

Amy wrote:

I watched the third episode of The Black Donnellys and found it humorless and lacking in sympathetic characters. How many murders is a viewer supposed to accept before he or she can't drum up pity for a character any more? The sense of honor or higher purpose that is necessary for mob characters to be heroes is almost totally nonexistent. For me, The Black Donnellys fell flat as a pancake, and that's a pity since I think some of the acting was excellent.

posted at March 20, 2007 06:11 PM

BDFAN wrote:

Huge Fan of Black Donnelly's!!! It would be a shame to see such a new and cutting edge show with such powerful actors and interesting story line be lost due to slow ratings...

Spread the word about the BD's

posted at March 21, 2007 12:28 AM

Paul wrote:

"Black Donnellys" sucked. It will get axed. Showtime's "Brotherhood" is far superior. "The Sopranos" set the bar to high. Mob dramas on network TV can't possibly come close... remember "Falcone" and "Kingpin"?

posted at March 23, 2007 03:15 PM

marykay wrote:

OMG~~~ This show is just fab. me and my family watch every Mon. and now have many other watching also.Can you ppl keep some GOOD shows on??? I cant beleive my 3 favs. are on "deathwatch"! What about Brian?(abc) The Class(cbs) and now The Black Donnelleys(nbc).....Just keep em and get rid of some of the stupidy that is on!

posted at March 25, 2007 10:20 AM

ingrid wrote:

I was upset to find many who posted negative comments did not watch the show all the way through. I think if people give it a chance they will enjoy it. And those of you who liked Studio better, well that speaks volumes... I am sure you are all American Id fans as well. I think if showtime or HBO were smart they would pick this show up in the event it is cancelled.

posted at March 26, 2007 11:19 PM

Ryan wrote:

I personally think the black donnellys is a great show and has lots of potential. Good undiscovered actors with a great script. If cabel cancels it showcase or hbo should buy it. Who knows maybe tv thats dumbed down is what makes it big these days

posted at March 27, 2007 02:38 AM

Mike wrote:

Who are the Boneheads that canceled The Black Donnellys for another reality show! They show be fired! A worthy drama taken off for more junk TV Enough already!

posted at April 4, 2007 10:18 PM

Mick wrote:

Unfortunately the Black Donnellys missed the grade...the writers albeit talented and experienced didn't know the subject they were writing about...and it showed. For those interested in this genre check out the book called the 'Flanagans; Life inside an Irish Street Gang'...now that writer knows!

posted at April 5, 2007 10:35 AM

jeannieb wrote:

Really look forward to watching both 'Black Donnelly's', even though there is no 'el' in Hell's Kitchen, where it takes place; as well as 'October Road'. Finally, some decent shows that are series that have continuity, not just a new story each week.

posted at April 8, 2007 09:37 PM

alexwely wrote:

There seems to be a growing trend in America: broadcasters inundating us with
mental junkfood in the form of tv shows that cater to the lowest common denominator.
Why cancel a great, well written show like TBD, in lieu of some mindless crap like "Thank God you're here"?
I mean what is the justification?
TBD was a show that took the time for character development, had excellent visual direction and actually
engaged the viewer on a level rarely seen on network television.
This is not the first time this happened, remember Arrested Development?
Canceling that show had to be the single most irritating move by Big Network.
Now they just jam crap down our gullets, like American Idol, Deal or no Deal, blah blah blah the list goes
on and on…
I would appeal to the broadcasters of America to please realize that there are people out there capable and intelligent enough to enjoy high quality interactive programming as opposed to mindless one-liner sitcom crapola simplified for mass consumption- the special ed equivalent of understanding. You are insulting our intelligence with your patronizing attempts at entertainment. You are hindering our development and dumbing down the next generation. By exporting this shit abroad you are showing a stupid,crass, and uninspired American face to the world. Have some respect for your viewers and cut this shit out!

posted at April 11, 2007 01:14 PM

M Matekel wrote:

You have GOT to be kidding!! This show was brilliant!!! Well written and interesting. They will keep that piece of crap CSI Miami on or better yet another freakin reality show but cancel this! What has become of good TV??? BRING IT BACK!!!! Ihave been married for way to long and have kids, I need something to look forward to. Come on help a sista out!!!

posted at April 11, 2007 09:46 PM

Lacey wrote:

NBC is making a huge mistake by pulling the black donnellys - abc and cbs have lost and jericho nbc has what reailty tv and heros they better get better shows or no one will watch other than the news!!!!!!!!!! big mistake losing lots of viewers.

posted at April 12, 2007 06:11 PM

Gloria Marin wrote:

The Black Donellys is without a doubt one of the best shows I have seen in a very long time. I go to school and work full time and don't have much time for t.v but I always watch BD never missing an episode. I know they cancelled it but I wish they woul reconsider and give it a chance it is well worth it. The show is great and the cast is amazing I love that show. Please bring it back!

posted at April 12, 2007 10:26 PM

Dave T wrote:

I would like to know why a series like the Black Donnelly's can"t run it's coarse and have an ending before it is cancelled NBC does this time after time

posted at April 14, 2007 06:36 PM

Angie Johnston wrote:

I'm in my 30's, and thought they moved this show to another night. I was thinking it was moved to Thursday, and I would have to choose between 2 shows. A very faithful and dedicated fan of ER, I probably wouold have watched the Black Donnelly's. I AM HOOKED! At least give us an ending!!!!!

posted at April 15, 2007 11:00 PM

MICK wrote:

I've carefully reviewed the comments listed above and noticed the thirst for this type of genre. Like the audience, I myself eat up that subject and would love to see the novel Flanagan's; 'Life Inside An Irish Street Gang' turned into a television series or feature film. Jump on the bandwagon that would rival any of the best t.v. series in history! B.D. is dead, long live the Flanagan's.

posted at April 16, 2007 04:23 PM

Danny Q wrote:

I don't know but you have 7 people here who are all disappointed there will be no black donnely's tonight!! i really have no idea how these decision making people are appointed to their positions but across the board in various industries, it seems they are out of touch with their client base. just about everyone i spoke to either hadn't heard of the show or loved it...to the point where some of my closer friends got together to watch the show tonight.

posted at April 16, 2007 09:37 PM

robert wrote:

give the show to HBO or somthing. Anything you have to do for me to watch the show I don't care. I love the show, please don't take it off. I'll beg.

posted at April 16, 2007 09:47 PM

Matthew Spiller wrote:

I can't believe TBD is cancelled. I haven't liked network TV this much since was new(er). I'm very disappointed. It seems they had at least two episodes already made. One that was replaced by that STUPID comedy show and the other pulled at the last minute (according to my TiVo).

I only hope some cable channel *might* pick them up.

posted at April 17, 2007 02:11 AM

SHERRY wrote:

I feel the TBD were not given a fair chance to survived, especially being put on at 10PM and acrossed from CSI....in the beginning it would have been nice if they were provided a better timeslot until the audiences had a chance to see how great the show was. Hopefully another channel will have the foresight to pick this WINNER UP. Thank you for your website....Sherry

posted at April 19, 2007 03:41 PM

cid420 wrote:

NBC what the heck is wrong with u people the black donnelly's ,was by far best show u have ever had in any time slot.this show was building a cult like following with very good word of mouth , i have like 900 channels of cable and still tuned into this show over shows that had swearing and nudity. i for one will be boycotting NBC till they bring this show back or give it for free to another network that will give it the chance to become top rated show like the sopranos did , by the way that show took more then 10 episodes to build a fan base then ran top viewed for like 10years for hbo .i was ready to buy 10 years worth the dvds for this show.i was even watching NBC news in mornings just to support the network that had a show i enjoyed.anyway wake up nbc stop sending viewers to other networks

posted at April 19, 2007 10:54 PM

debbie wrote:

I still dont no why they cancled the Black Donnellys that was a great show. and for some of us we cant watch it on the internet so please bring back the donnellys

posted at April 21, 2007 08:53 AM

cutelittlerider wrote:

SAVE THE BLACK DONNELLYS. The best show, period!!!!

posted at April 23, 2007 06:22 PM

suzqgirl wrote:

What is NBC thinking cancelling this show?? I have been searching for any news on the fate of this show!! SAVE THE BLACK DONNELLLYS......what can we do???!!!

posted at April 23, 2007 11:50 PM

Happyjoycass wrote:

PLEASE BRING THE BLACK DONNELLYS BACK!!! THIS IS THE BEST SHOW THAT I'VE SEEN IN YEARS!! PLEASE GIVE IT A CHANCE!! I WOULD CHOOSE TO WATCH THIS SHOW OVER ANY OTHER...PERIOD!!!!!

posted at April 24, 2007 12:11 AM

MICK wrote:

I can't believe the constant response the cancelled TBD is getting. When you compare the TBD to the Sopranos...its good night Irene. Sopranos wins hands down!
In order to continue the tradition check out www.rainbooks.com and join the Flanagan;Life Inside An Irish Strret Gang army.
'Bring it to a t.v. near you'
YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!

posted at April 26, 2007 11:33 AM

Heather wrote:

I love The Black Donnelly's it was The Soprano's meets the Departed. People are too busy watching reality TV to know when a great show like this.

posted at April 28, 2007 06:22 PM

Jake wrote:

I LOVE SIX DEGREES!! Please dont cancel it! I saw the newest episode on ABC site!! Its awsome! Everytime I watch this show I am more in love with it! Thats a real life, not some Desperate Housewifes or Anatomies!!

BRING BACK SIX DEGREES TO ABC!!!!!!

posted at April 30, 2007 07:52 PM

Shannon wrote:

Yes, I am still quite disgusted that The Black Donnelly's was cancelled. The rating system is deeply flawed. I have never met a Nielsen Family, the one who decide the very fate of what we watch. Everyone I know watched and loved the show yet it was cancelled? Please tell me how ANY network can base a show's popularity on the Nielsen Family. Why not monitor DVR's, TIVO's, etc.? I have never been so irritated by the cancelling of a show in my life. This was my FAVORITE show on NBC and came close to my favorite, Grey's Anatomy. NBC, give this show another chance! Change it to a different night, a different time, move it to cable, SOMETHING. This show is a gem and missed by many, many people. I continually watch it online, because I can't bear to miss an episode. Please reconsider.

Thank you!

posted at May 3, 2007 12:37 PM

Crazy Squirrel wrote:

The black donnelly's is a great show. its a great modern day mob show that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. I know so many people that were suprised they canceled the show...but we all are still watching online! they need to pick it back up or someone else should!

posted at May 12, 2007 07:59 PM

Stefanie wrote:

I think NBC made a huge mistake in cancelling The Black Donnelly's. This was one of the most well written shows I've seen on TV in a long time. I think NBC needs to pay more attention to what viewers want and be less concerned with the numbers. I know the numbers bring in money, but NBC is losing viewers because they continue to cancel shows.

posted at May 16, 2007 11:14 PM

Mike O'Sullivan wrote:

If they are smart and they usually are when it comes to what sells, this is a hit and a ploy. How could a show this good out of the box get cancelled. It will be back! Or maybe I'm just an idiot.

posted at May 23, 2007 02:51 AM

Penny wrote:

This show had so many possibilities. I don't think it was given a fair chance.

posted at May 29, 2007 03:52 PM

Amy wrote:

Please bring SIX DEGREES back! It was a great, smart show, interesting plot AND cast. I agree that it wasn't given a fair chance.

posted at June 9, 2007 10:46 PM

Mike Cox wrote:

The Black Donnely's had great potential. It just appeared toward the end that the writers did not know how to maintain the audience attention so they just ended it. They had a hero that they let fall to the levels of those who he stood over. Too Bad. This would be a great series to invest in and bring back.

posted at December 1, 2007 03:19 PM