US: Constantine - NBC - Matt Ryan - Autumn

Watched a few episodes, but did'nt find it that interesting, DRIVEL is the word that springs to mind. Loved the film, just hope they get round to making the sequel, Constantine 2.
 
This is what I want: Constantine making the move from NBC to SyFy because, in it's present form it appears too sterile:

NBC have been tight-lipped about the future of their first comic book adaption, but a new rumor suggests that it may not be the end of the line for "Constantine."




"Constantine" was nowhere to be found amongst the list of recent renewals that NBC ordered, and fans have (unsurprisingly) been fearing the worst for the supernatural drama. After NBC declined to pick up a full season order for the show, instead opting to cap the season at 13 episodes, many considered this an unofficial cancellation.




NBC, however, have remained non-committal about "Constantine's" impending fate. When pressed for comment at the TCAs, the network admitted that the live ratings for the show hadn't come close to their expectations, but that the delayed viewership was significantly higher. They even moved "Constantine" from its 10 p.m. time-slot to 8 p.m. on the same night, in a bid to improve those live numbers. They've been sitting steady around the 0.8 mark for the coveted 18-49 rating, making The Rising Darkness the least of John Constantine's worries.





But don't abandon hope just yet, Hellblazers. If a report from Cinelink is to be believed, NBC might just pack up John Constantine's bags and move him over to their sister channel, SyFy -- somewhere that feels much more like a home for the Hellblazer adaption. NBC are, reportedly, impressed by "Constantine's" dedicated fanbase -- as evidenced by their #SaveConstantine campaign -- and their prolific social media presence. They also have a lot of love for Matt Ryan, who plays the titular character, and really, who doesn't?




This kind of move also isn't unheard of for a television show, though it is rare. "Cougar Town" made a network jump from ABC to TBS, where it performed solidly in the ratings and earned itself an additional three seasons.





But what could a move to SyFy mean for 'Constantine?'




The report from Cinelink suggests that to start with NBC would drop the "Constantine" title for the show, opting instead for a rebrand to Hellblazer -- the same title as its comic book counterpart. With lower ratings expectations on the cable channel, there would be more room to experiment creatively and really push the boundaries of the darker parts of John Constantine's world.




With the potential to tone down the procedural nature of the current iteration of the show, and really ramp up the horror aspect, the move to SyFy could bring the adaption far closer to the source material. They could even explore aspects that they've been unwilling to on their flagship channel -- like seeing John light up on screen or, dare we say it, the dreaded b-word. We can't imagine any Hellblazer fan objecting to the move, and it may even give the show a new lease on life.




For now, nothing is confirmed, and all eyes are on NBC as "Constantine's" finale fast approaches our screens. But it is a sliver of hope for those of use who have fallen in love with the Hellblazer adaption and the untapped potential it still has.
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dropping Constantine title would kill the show. its stupid.

have no idea.

they nearly dropped cancelled Hannibal which is probably one of the best tv series going.
 
spoffle said:
No it wouldn't :confused:
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what ? of course it would.

if NBC thought it was okay the would keep the show they obviously have no faith in the show.

i know you like to argue with my posts but seriously you think calling the show Hellblazer will have no effect :D

if it goes on syfy and called that its over.
 
~>Dg<~ said:
what ? of course it would.

if NBC thought it was okay the would keep the show they obviously have no faith in the show.

i know you like to argue with my posts but seriously you think calling the show Hellblazer will have no effect :D

if it goes on syfy and called that its over.
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No it wouldn't. You're acting like they'd move it, change its name and say NOTHING about it, and just hope people realise what they've done.

Hellblazer fans who are watching because they're fans of the comics are going to know what it is for one.

I don't argue with your posts, you just have a habit of talking out of your arse a lot.
 
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what ? of course it would.

if NBC thought it was okay the would keep the show they obviously have no faith in the show.

i know you like to argue with my posts but seriously you think calling the show Hellblazer will have no effect :D

if it goes on syfy and called that its over.
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Hellblazer is what the show should have been called to begin with. Saying that, the comics always show Hellblazer: John Constantine so I don't know what difference the title change would make regardless unless it is to emphasize and appeal more to the horror aspect ?
 
Classic NBC - end up getting a decent show apparently more by luck than judgment then do everything they can to *&^% it up :p
 
~>Dg<~ said:
what ? of course it would.

if NBC thought it was okay the would keep the show they obviously have no faith in the show.

i know you like to argue with my posts but seriously you think calling the show Hellblazer will have no effect :D

if it goes on syfy and called that its over.
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I've never been into the comics - did like the movie - if it had been called Hellblazer I'd have been unlikely to make the connection or watch it.
 
Originally Posted by Rich_L View Post
Classic NBC - end up getting a decent show apparently more by luck than judgment then do everything they can to *&^% it up
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Why? In what way will calling its original title mess it up? Moreover, why would sending it over to SyFy where there is a chance the job can be done properly, be a bad thing?

The latest episode of Supernatural is still banging on about The Wizard of Oz, with good/bad Charlie for goodness sake ?
 
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Sticking with the supernatural side of the DC universe and it seems there’s still a chance NBC could offer Constantine a second season renewal, with showrunner Daniel Cerone providing an update on its status this week: “NBC made some early pickups by Constantine is not cancelled. We’ll pitch them our plans for a second season in May. Then they decide. Our show is expensive. The ratings are okay for Friday night but not strong. The studio holds options on Constantine actors and writers til mid-June. We will definitely have an answer by up fronts…”/QUOTE]
It looks like Fox will be expanding its DC output this next TV season, with the network placing a pilot order to an adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s DC and Vertigo series Lucifer, a spin-off from Sandman which sees the character abandoning Hell and heading to Earth to open a bar in Los Angeles, as well as helping out the LAPD in his spare time. The pilot is being written by Tom Kapinos (Californication), with Len Wiseman (Underworld) directing…
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It was an interesting show and it appeared to be getting better, I think many shows lately don't impress right off the bat since they are building to something bigger and better later on but the general joe sometimes need to see it sooner rather then later.

The first episode showed an easter egg in Dr fates helmet and I think that alone got fans and non fans peeked with full interest, its what the fans perhaps want take arrow/flash shows and there now famous cross overs, with Constantine we got some hope of this and then it stopped.

Perhaps they should have started off the bat with Constantine as the leader of the dark justice gang, the show also had already running tv series in supernatural and grimm which are similar and have massive fan base and are already successful in production and running in multiple seasons for many years.
 
GAAAAAH is there anything else similar? I've sort of given up on Supernatural since last season and there's no Grimm for a while. Need to scratch that itch...
 
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