By Roni Dunkle
It’s that time again — time for season premieres of your favorite shows, as well as the start of brand new sitcoms strategically placed for procrastination of school work. One of the channels many college kids are tuning in is the WB. Who can blame them with shows like "Dawson’s Creek," "Gilmore Girls" and "Felicity." Here is a short preview of your favorite shows, and new shows coming to the WB Network.
"Dawson’s Creek" started Oct. 10 with a journey to college for Joey, Dawson, and Jen. What will become of our sheltered but rebellious friends? As you all remember, Joey and Pacy broke up in a bitter fight at prom during last season’s finale. Get your popcorn ready; its going to be an interesting season on "Dawson’s Creek."
"Gilmore Girls" started its season Oct. 9 with a two-hour episode. Lorelai has officially accepted Max’s proposal and the wedding party was well underway. Most viewers of this show hope and pray that Lorelai and her trusty friend Luke will eventually get together, before she ties the knot. Rory and Dean’s romance is blossoming into the dream couple. See what happens to Lorelai’s wedding plans this season on "Gilmore Girls."
The premier episode of "Felicity" aired Oct. 10. This season, the heat between Felicity and Noel increases as they enter their senior year of college. Felicity and Ben’s relationship is put to the test as they confront the issues of intimacy, heartache, love, and betrayal. Who will Felicity end up with? What is the next step after college for the New York gang? Tune in to "Felicity" to find out.
Sadly, we must take a moment to honor our dearly departed WB series. Teen sensations "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Roswell" have ended their stints on the network. However, there’s hope on UPN (if you can believe it) and you can catch these shows every Tuesday night starting at eight. To take their place, the WB has introduced two new shows. Here’s hoping that they make us proud.
"Maybe It’s Me" premiered Oct. 5. This show is based on the belief most teenagers have — that their family is crazy. The main character Molly has four brothers and sisters. Her brother Grant has dreams of becoming a Christian rock star, while her other brother Rick is running from the police. Her younger sisters are twins, both identical and crazy. Molly’s parents aren’t exactly Ozzy and Harriet either — her mother being a neurotic penny pincher, and her father being the obsessive coach of her soccer team. Check out "Maybe It’s Me" this season to see what Molly’s zany family is up to.
The new installment of Superman takeoff show "Smallville" premieres on the WB Oct. 16. This version of Superman portrays Clark Kent in the days of his adolescense, before he mastered his powers. Twelve years ago, a meteor shower reaked havoc on the citizens of Smallville. In the midst of the shower came a young boy Clark, who is adopted by Jonathan and Martha Kent. The show depicts Clark as an average awkward teenager who is beginning to realize he is very different from other people. Watch the on going saga of Clark Kent on "Smallville" on the WB.
With these new seasons of shows on the WB when will school work be done? I think we should start boycotting homework that conflicts with Dawson’s night, or "Gilmore Girls," you’ll back me up right?