The unfortunate demise of Studio 60

As the fall TV season starts once again, I just want to state how disappointed I was that Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip was cancelled at the end of last season. I thought it was the best new show of the year. It had a great blend of comedy and drama, very high production values, and consistently impressive acting. It seemed a little like a cross between Chicago Hope and The Larry Sanders Show, if that makes sense. The end of the season was much darker than the beginning--at first this felt wrong, but eventually, it demonstrated the amazing versatility of the cast.

For whatever reason, the show had a tough time finding a large enough audience. The viewers it did have were loyal, but apparently not numerous enough to support the show in the network's eyes. It's a shame when quality shows don't get the respect they deserve.

The DVD set comes out this week; if you missed the series, seriously consider renting it.