CBS Axes ‘Jericho’
Posted on March 21, 2008
With ratings worse this year than they were during the show’s first season, it doesn’t come to much surprise that CBS is axing Jericho.
“The March 25th episode of Jericho will be the series finale,” said a statement by the network’s Nina Tassler. “Without question, there are passionate viewers watching this program; we simply wish there were more. We thank an engaged and spirited fan base for keeping the show alive this long, and an outstanding team of producers, cast and crew that went through creative hoops to deliver a compelling, high-quality second season.”
“We have no regrets bringing the show back for a second try,” she continues. “We listened to our viewers, gave the series an opportunity to grow, and the producers put a great story on the screen. We’re proud of everyone’s efforts.”
Producers filmed two different endings for the series finale, one with a cliffhanger – in case Jericho was picked up for a third season — and one with more resolution and closure. The latter will be used on Tuesday.
‘Las Vegas’ Campaign Commences
Posted on February 26, 2008
Fans of Las Vegas are sending baby booties and socks to NBC’s Ben Silverman in a plea to find closure and get a proper finale after the show was unceremoniously axed.
The campaign, “Operation Baby Booties”, was inspired by the success of Jericho’s plan to mail insane amounts nuts to CBS. Booties and socks have been chosen to represent the dramatic comedy due to Delinda’s pregnancy being the unresolved cliffhanger.
“In your shipment, please make sure to express the fact that you want a real ending to your favourite show,” reads the website. “That’s the goal of the campaign — to get Vegas a real ending.” What are you waiting for? You know what to do.