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If there's one lesson we've learned from 2009's television, it's that there's really only one place to work if you want to save the world from alien invasions, parallel universes or any kind of weirdness: The Federal Bureau of Investigations.
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With the year almost over, it's time to look back and wonder if 2009 actually left any wisdom for future generations behind in its whirlwind of franchise-maintenance, Obama-adoration* and dream-crushing. Here are some potential morals from the last 12 months.
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Four Avatar TV spots include new walker-stomping action, and Doctor Who explains temporal mechanics in a new clip. Lost set pics reveal a new puzzle piece. Plus Chuck, Fringe, Kick-Ass, Daybreakers, Dollhouse, Sorcerer's Apprentice, Better Off Ted and V spoilers.
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An Avatar clip shows how to wear sunglasses while riding a dragon. A Kick Ass poster showcases the Red Mist. Get your first glimpse of Doctor Who's next aliens and historical setting. Plus Caprica casting and Mad Max/Lovely Bones hints.
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Looking back at the fictional stories that defined the last decade, you might think of things like The Dark Knight, Battlestar Galactica, or failures like Bionic Woman and Speed Racer. Was this the decade we ran out of original ideas?
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We weren't the only ones left unconvinced by Summer Glau's guest-appearance on Dollhouse this Friday: The show returned after its month break with audiences staying at a series low.
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Today's spoilers include a bushel of rumored details about Thor and The Avengers. Plus tons of videos, as Caprica, Chuck, and FlashForward roll out a bunch of new promos and clips. All that plus Lost, V, Stargate Universe, and Wolfman.
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Gobble up some Turkey Day spoilers as we learn the identity of Doctor Who's artsy guest star and get a gander at Alpha's dashing new suit on Dollhouse. Plus Thor, Chuck, Smallville, FringeGreen Lantern, Heroes, and more!
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Fans may have guessed which role Kat Dennings plays in Thor, and Cameron talks Avatar. Meanwhile there's an iconic new Iron Man image. Plus, clips from The Lovely Bones and Chuck, an image from Tennant's last hurrah, and Zombieland news.
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Has FlashForward become the next show to fall afoul of network micromanagement? ABC have halted production on the series until after Thanksgiving in order to — according to an official statement — "boost the writing."
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It's the final V of 2009 tomorrow night, and we've already watched it. The resistance ramps up, the Vs move forward with their nefarious plans, and Chad is a man-whore. But mostly, it's all about the cult of Morena Baccarin.
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Some of your favorite shows take a Thanksgiving hiatus, meaning you might need to talk to your relatives. But fear not: V has a huge cliffhanger, James Bond and Ben 10 are back, and Heroes will probably be inappropriate again.
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Does Megan Fox really die in Transformers 3? Find out below. Plus, Star Trek's next redshirt revealed! See telltale pics of Lost, Harry Potter... and Smallville's Justice Society. Plus Doctor Who, Resident Evil, Dollhouse, V, Chuck and Stargate spoilers.
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With Watchmen, GI Joe, Transformers and now V, American pop culture seems stuck in a particular part of its past. Why are we so fascinated with taking things from the 80's and making them our own?
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Asgard has an actor to defend the bridge, and Jon Favreau may have already chosen Iron Man 3's villain. One Fringe character could be seeing double, and another dead character returns to Lost. Plus: Star Trek, Daybreakers, Legion, and Chuck.
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Even if Khan turns up in the next Trek, he may be different than you're expecting. Also, there are arresting Avatar/Daybreakers posters.V's new showrunner explains how the show will change. Plus: Lost, Doctor Who, Dollhouse, Fringe, Supernatural and Smallville spoilers.
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Russell T. Davis drops some tantalizing hints about David Tennant's dramatic finale. Kick-Ass director Matthew Vaughn gives a "commentary track" for the trailer, and we uncover images from Avatar and the The Wolfman. Plus, Lost, Supernatural, Smallville, Flashforward, and V.
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You'd be forgiven for thinking that we weren't in the middle of sweeps right now, looking at this week's TV line-up. Where's the razzle and/or the dazzle? Who's bringing the excitement? Oh, wait: House is treating a pornstar. Never mind.
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Do you feel like you're failing your science-fiction heroes, by not getting around to watching their shows? Is your TiVo crammed with episodes you swear you'll get around to... eventually? Which show do you feel you guiltiest for neglecting? Vote!
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Four Avatar TV spots include new walker-stomping action, and Doctor Who explains temporal mechanics in a new clip. Lost set pics reveal a new puzzle piece. Plus Chuck, Fringe, Kick-Ass, Daybreakers, Dollhouse, Sorcerer's Apprentice, Better Off Ted and V spoilers. More »Tons Of Revealing Pics Of The Tenth And Eleventh Doctors. Plus Meet Another William Adama!
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Looking back at the fictional stories that defined the last decade, you might think of things like The Dark Knight, Battlestar Galactica, or failures like Bionic Woman and Speed Racer. Was this the decade we ran out of original ideas? More »Are There Lessons To Be Learned From Dollhouse's Ratings?
We weren't the only ones left unconvinced by Summer Glau's guest-appearance on Dollhouse this Friday: The show returned after its month break with audiences staying at a series low. More »Major Thor And Avengers Details, Plus Caprica's Stars Explain Their Rivalry
Today's spoilers include a bushel of rumored details about Thor and The Avengers. Plus tons of videos, as Caprica, Chuck, and FlashForward roll out a bunch of new promos and clips. All that plus Lost, V, Stargate Universe, and Wolfman. More »Doctor Who's New Artistic Direction And A Look At Dollhouse's Returning Alpha
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Has FlashForward become the next show to fall afoul of network micromanagement? ABC have halted production on the series until after Thanksgiving in order to — according to an official statement — "boost the writing." More »Tomorrow's V Asks Who You'd Rather Have As Your Mom: Erica Or Anna?
Ben 10 And James Bond Team Up To Save TV From Thanksgiving
Discover Megan Fox's Transformers 3 Fate And Sawyer's New Job
Does Megan Fox really die in Transformers 3? Find out below. Plus, Star Trek's next redshirt revealed! See telltale pics of Lost, Harry Potter... and Smallville's Justice Society. Plus Doctor Who, Resident Evil, Dollhouse, V, Chuck and Stargate spoilers. More »Does V Mean We Love The '80s Too Much?
With Watchmen, GI Joe, Transformers and now V, American pop culture seems stuck in a particular part of its past. Why are we so fascinated with taking things from the 80's and making them our own? More »Does Iron Man 3 Already Have Its Villain? Thor's Asgard Gets a New Defender, and Lost Gets A Premiere Date
Asgard has an actor to defend the bridge, and Jon Favreau may have already chosen Iron Man 3's villain. One Fringe character could be seeing double, and another dead character returns to Lost. Plus: Star Trek, Daybreakers, Legion, and Chuck. More »Star Trek 2's Khan Could Be Way Different Than You Expect. Plus New Avatar And Daybreakers Posters!
Even if Khan turns up in the next Trek, he may be different than you're expecting. Also, there are arresting Avatar/Daybreakers posters.V's new showrunner explains how the show will change. Plus: Lost, Doctor Who, Dollhouse, Fringe, Supernatural and Smallville spoilers. More »You're Nothing But A Junkie For Morena Baccarin's Bliss, Man!
What's Bleeding Into Doctor Who's Universe? A Sexy New Avatar Picture And Secrets Of Kick-Ass
Russell T. Davis drops some tantalizing hints about David Tennant's dramatic finale. Kick-Ass director Matthew Vaughn gives a "commentary track" for the trailer, and we uncover images from Avatar and the The Wolfman. Plus, Lost, Supernatural, Smallville, Flashforward, and V. More »Dragon Movies, Alien Marathons And Dying Pornstars Oh My!
Which Science Fiction Show Do You Feel Guilty For Not Keeping Up With?
Do you feel like you're failing your science-fiction heroes, by not getting around to watching their shows? Is your TiVo crammed with episodes you swear you'll get around to... eventually? Which show do you feel you guiltiest for neglecting? Vote! More »