New TV Series Are You Interested In?

As fall turns into winter and Thanksgiving preparations begin in October, it’s time to start thinking about the various TV series options available to us this season. Most people are probably watching a number of shows to begin with so they can get a feel for what the TV line-up will look like come January. But the summer and winter seasons offer a wealth of possibilities for TV series financers and show creators, too. Here are some possibilities that have me itching to find out more about:

What makes The Mentalist such a good pick for new comedy TV series is that creator Tom Wheeler has an interesting pedigree. He is the man behind the hit film The Cable Guy and has worked on a number of successful and less successful TV shows over the years, including Scrubs, The X-Files, and Community. But The Mentalist may be the show to launch him into the big screen, given how smoothly the writing and directing have been done. The Mentalist could easily be one of the most well received new shows of the season, given the fact that it already has an excellent first episode and is looking to follow up on its excellent second.

Finally, I want to talk about the new comedy web series starring Parks and Recreation’s Mike Schaffer. It’s been a while since I’ve seen any of his work, but if you’re into short-form comedy and you like the concept of a TV series based around a real-life case, then The Performer is perfect for you. You’ll likely watch the first few episodes, which are about a young guy who stumbles into a talent agency, only to have his life ruin as he’s forced to play a number of different characters. But don’t worry, if you like watching Schaffer on the big screen, you won’t be disappointed with The Performer, either. It’s a fun and entertaining web series that’s worth your time.

The tradition of hanging out on the couch and watching movies during the week is slowly being replaced by a Saturday Night Activity. Why not spend your Saturday nights doing an activity that you can also enjoy with your family. Most families don’t get to hang out on the couch for long periods of time during the week. If you are tired of sitting on the couch and watching television, try spending some time with your family on the weekend in front of the TV. You will be glad that you did because you will have more energy than you usually do.

A great way to make this a successful endeavor is to start out small and work your way up. Make your first night activity something that involves all of the members of the family so that everyone can feel a part of it. It may be as simple as a game of board games or a potluck lunch with food and drinks.

If you feel as though you are ready for bigger and more involved activities, you may want to try starting out with a charity ball or a volleyball game. Both games tend to be very fun time for everyone. When the weather turns nice (and it does sometimes) you may want to host a party outdoors where you can enjoy the nice weather and the beautiful scenery. This is also a chance for you to get out of the house and see what is around you. Getting out and about in the beautiful weather will definitely give you a good mental and physical workout.