Mike Judge's reality Sep 3, 2009
Judge: When I first wrote the first draft, I wasn't thinking about anybody in particular and, then I saw "Arrested Development" years later. I['d] put the script on the shelf and thought Jason Bateman would be perfect, so I did a rewrite thinking about him but no one in particular for the other characters. (CNN -- US)
Jason Batemans long, strange trip to the top Sep 3, 2009
His luck finally changed with the 2003 debut of Arrested Development, which starred Bateman as Michael Bluth, scion of an exceedingly dysfunctional wealthy family ... Its because of Arrested Development that Bateman has once again become a hot commodity, and the strength of his work in that show and in subsequent movie roles has allowed him to transcend one fact. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Flirty Megan Fox, Badass Ellen Page And More Make Up Fall Class Of '09 Sep 2, 2009
like it could be the season's big sleeper hit or at least make Eisenberg enough of a star that he can finally stop answering those damn "Arrested Development" reunion-movie questions. Best Dressed Imagine if you could lie around in your sweatpants all day, with an untamable case of bedhead and zits all over your face, while your gorgeous doppelg. (VHI.com -- Music News)
After years at work, Jason Bateman proves he belongs Sep 2, 2009
He also will reprise his role in a big-screen adaptation of Arrested Development ... "Obviously, I couldn't be more grateful. This is all I know how to do. If Arrested Development didn't come along, I don't know what I would be doing," he says. (USA Today -- Life)
Review: `Extract' tastes too bland Sep 1, 2009
" (AP Photo/Miramax Film Corp, Sam Urdank) Now, Judge is back to the daily grind with "Extract," but this time the writer-director tells his wacky working tales from the boss' point of view: that of Jason Bateman's Joel Reynold, owner of a flavor extract factory. It's doubtful that this comedy will grab its audience in the same way, though. Judge's characters are so one-note and their misadventures so ridiculous that it's hard to get attached to them or care about how they turn out.Pretty much... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Arrested Development's David Cross Aug 31, 2009
") TIME talked with Cross about the literary scene, his upcoming stand-up tour and what to expect when Arrested Development comes to the big screen. Why'd you decide to write this book? It was simply picking up the phone and saying, "Yes," to whoever's idea it was. Somebody from the publishing company called my literary agent, which I didn't know existed at the time. Still haven't met him. Although he's welcome to 15% of whatever I earn. What was the process of writing like? Surprising? Easy?... (Time.com)
Bobcat Goldthwait makes himself laugh now Aug 30, 2009
A. Yeah, because I made an indie movie and I didn t hire anybody from the cast of Arrested Development. So they don t know it s OK to like it. (Boston Globe)
King of the Hill talks vanilla extract Aug 27, 2009
Before Arrested Development, theyve always been telling people in Hollywood, You got to get this Jason Bateman guy ... After Id written this first draft and saw Arrested Development, I thought this guy would be perfect and went and did a rewrite. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Illusion of success Aug 14, 2009
(And, yes, fans of cult TV series Arrested Development, he really did say that. . (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Where Are The Kids in the Hall Now? Aug 12, 2009
He has had smaller roles in a variety of other films and television programs including Ellen, That 70s Show, Seinfeld, Friends, NewsRadio, Arrested Development and Corner Gas. McDonald has also done extensive voice work for animated films and television series. (Suite101.com)
Television's skit stirrers Jul 21, 2009
Kalowski's taste is a little more esoteric: Arrested Development, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Will & Grace and Scrubs, plus Fawlty Towers and Seinfeld. Double Take stars a mixture of comedians and actors, including Amanda Bishop, Robin Goldsworthy, Hollie Andrew, Guy Edmonds, "stalwart sketch-comedy impersonator" Paul McCarthy, actor Darren Weller and Helen Dallimore. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Australians in action Jul 19, 2009
A quick glance at her resume will tell you that the 36-year-old star from Victoria has a knack for quirky TV roles such as those on the series Ally McBeal, Arrested Development and currently, on the office comedy Better Off Ted. At 15, she changed her name Amanda Lee Rogers to Portia de Rossi as she struggled to find her identity and come to terms with her sexuality. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
FX's 'Archer': Bond meets 'Arrested Development' Jul 17, 2009
FX's 'Archer': Bond meets 'Arrested Development ... He sold it as "James Bond meets Arrested Development," the cult Fox hit. (USA Today -- Life)
Summer TV worth staying in for Jul 17, 2009
ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT (Fox)--This comedy never drew the fan base needed to keep it on the air more than three seasons, but critics adored it. Produced by Ron Howard, it starred Jason Bateman and Michael Cera as part of a dysfunctional, once-wealthy family fallen on hard times when the patriarch is charged with defrauding investors. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
'Frisky Dingo' fans, rejoice! Jul 16, 2009
The premise: Suave master spy Sterling Archer (voice of Jon Benjamin) -- code name: Duchess -- works at ISIS, an international spy agency run by his domineering mother (voice of Jessica Walter, "Arrested Development"), who has a lovesick secretary (Judy Greer). Aisha Taylor voices Archer's ex-girlfriend who now loves the ISIS comptroller (voice of Chris Parnell, "Saturday Night Live"). (Multichannel News)
Why Should So Many Americans Feel Threatened by Business? Jun 25, 2009
Arrested Development on Fox (2003-2006) received even more critical praise (including six Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe) for its off-kilter presentation of yet another deeply dysfunctional, criminally corrupt business family. The television news departments affiliated with these same entertainment conglomerates powerfully and predictably reinforce the negative messages about the capitalist system. (Townhall.com)
Television: Renew these characters Jun 21, 2009
That s right, folks: Arrested Development 2: Randy Edition. NED (Lee Pace) Pushing Daisies He was the pie maker in this fairy tale of a TV show, and he could bring a person back to life with one touch - but kill them again forever with a second touch. (Boston Globe)
Life is beautiful Jun 18, 2009
" With those words, we dissolve a decade into the past, where we meet teenage Simon (Luke Ward-Wilkinson) and his louder-than-life sitcom family - mum Debbie (Olivia Colman), dad Andy (Aidan McArdle), sister Ashlene (Sophie Ash) and blind aunty Haley (Meera Syal). Over the road is Simon's best friend, Kyle (Layton Williams), who lives with his mother, the trampy Reba (Sarah Niles), and only answers to the name of his idol, Kylie. From the outset, Beautiful People pushes against sitcom... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Will 'Gossip Girl' Make Its Way To The Big Screen? Jun 18, 2009
"Sex and the City: The Movie" became a box-office phenomenon with a $57 million opening weekend, and an "Arrested Development" film should be coming our way shortly. Now, the cast of the red-hot TV show "Gossip Girl" are wondering whether they could be the next hit series to graduate to the silver screen. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The prince of dorkness Jun 18, 2009
But his significant break came at the age of 14 when he was cast in the black comedy TV series Arrested Development, a sardonic, hilarious tale of a family in a perpetual state of crisis ... Will the rumoured Arrested Development movie ever happen ... It's a deft, deadpan portrait of self-absorption that they started working on during his Arrested Development days. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Queen of the comebacks Jun 6, 2009
Brilliantly, she followed her marriage to Gest with a role in Arrested Development - a quirky TV sit-com about a dysfunctional family - playing a socialite. There's a movie adaptation in the works and Minnelli hints she would jump at reprising her character. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
NewCelebrity birthdays for the week of June 7-13 Jun 4, 2009
Actress Larisa Oleynik ("3rd Rock From The Sun," "Boy Meets World) is 28. Actor Michael Cera ("Juno," "Arrested Development") is 21. June 8: Comedian Jerry Stiller is 82. Comedian-talk show host Joan Rivers is 76. Actor James Darren is 73. Actor Bernie Casey is 70. Singer Nancy Sinatra is 69. Singer Chuck Negron (Three Dog Night) is 67. Singer Boz Scaggs is 65. Actor Don Grady ("My Three Sons") is 65. Guitarist Mick Box of Uriah Heep is 62. Actress Sonia Braga is 59. Actress Kathy Baker ("Picket... (Florida Times-Union)
Hands on with The Sims 3 May 31, 2009
One of my favorite personality traits available is never nude, a reference to the cancelled sitcom Arrested Development. While youll only be controlling one character at a time, around you the entire town will be making choices. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
TVs 50 Funniest Phrases: Yada, yada, yada is No. 1 May 28, 2009
(And if you are going to pick a quote from Arrested Development and Im so glad you did couldnt you also pick Her ... Ive made a huge mistake from Arrested Development32. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Civil rights icons lead S.F. State graduation May 25, 2009
The Alumnus of the Year Award was given to actor Jeffrey Tambor, who played twin brothers Oscar and George Bluth Sr. on Fox TV's "Arrested Development." Tambor, raised in Park Merced, graduated with a degree in theater in 1965. "I stand on the shoulders of a great faculty who really loved us, who said, 'We believe in you and we're going to train the hell out of you," Tambor told the crowd. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Embrace your inner show-tunes nerd May 19, 2009
The show combines elements of "High School Musical" with Alexander Payne's brilliant dark comedy "Election," plus a heady dose of "Rushmore," "Arrested Development," "Freaks and Geeks" and "Office Space" thrown in for good measure. Its wry take on American suburban life is understated but over the top, ironic but sincere, giddily funny but heartfelt, sweet but nasty. (Salon)
Gearing Up For The Fall May 16, 2009
CBS comedies include "Accidentally on Purpose," starring Jenna Elfman and based on the book by San Francisco writer Mary Pols about a movie critic who accidentally gets pregnant by a younger man; "Ace in the Hole" stars Adam Carolla as a driving instructor; "At Last," about a couple that finally get married, then things go sideways; "The Big D," a culture-clash family sitcom set in Dallas; "The Fish Tank," about a teenager who gets the house to himself; "Happiness Isn't Everything," a meddling... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Review: Contrived `Management' is heavy on quirk May 15, 2009
Mike is in a state of arrested development, living and working at the Kingman, Ariz. motel owned by his parents (Fred Ward and an underused Margo Martindale). (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Television: Fox looks for laughs this fall May 12, 2009
This version has the backing of original creator and star Jennifer Saunders as well as Mitch Hurwitz (creator of "Arrested Development" and a very busy man this pilot season). "Brothers" is about a retired football player who returns home to connect with his family, particularly his younger brother who is in a wheelchair. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Finale wrap-up: "Dollhouse" (82) May 11, 2009
Arrested Development and Firefly come to mind. -- Ravi [] Saturday, May 9, 2009 06:45 AM PDT. (Salon)
A mother lode of entertaining TV moms May 10, 2009
MAD MATRIARCH Lucille Bluth, "Arrested Development" Played by Jessica Walter ... Like so much about "Arrested Development," she was completely inappropriately hysterical. (Boston Globe)
NBC Picks Up 6 New Series May 5, 2009
Community: From Emmy Award-winning directors Joe and Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development") comes "Community," a smart comedy series about higher education and lower expectations. The student body at Greendale Community College is made up of high school losers, newly divorced housewives and old people who want to keep their minds active. (TVweek.com)
Excerpts from Matthew Gilbert's chat on Boston.com. May 5, 2009
I'm kind of glad that "Arrested Development" didn't continue, if only because we never had to watch it get repetitive and mediocre. Dramas tend to last longer. (Boston Globe)
Bart Got a Room May 1, 2009
Shawkat, who played young Maeby Funke on the late, great Arrested Development TV series, is a young actress with real savvy and spark. She could have sent the plastic flamingos flying out of Danny's life for good and turned Bart Got a Room into something really special. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Tim Goodman says buy your fave shows Apr 28, 2009
"Arrested Development," Fox. Probably the greatest sitcom ever (though rating comedy is far more subjective than drama). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
A mobster, a mother and a misfit top our (early) end-of-the-decade list Apr 28, 2009
Nominees: "Arrested Development," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Everybody Loves Raymond," "The Office" (BBC version), "Undeclared.". Winner: "The Office". (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Sit Down, Shut Up Apr 18, 2009
Produced by Tantamount Studios and Granada Intl. Media in association with Sony Pictures Television and 20th Century Fox Television. (Variety)
REVIEW: 'Sit Down, Shut Up' needs direction Apr 17, 2009
And now, unfortunately, the folks from Arrested Development give you Sit Down, Shut Up ... It's written by Mitchell Hurwitz of Arrested Development, perhaps the most acclaimed sitcom of the decade. (USA Today -- Life)
This time it's 'brother against brother' Apr 17, 2009
This new animated series should fill the void for those viewers still bemoaning the loss of Arrested Development. Co-created by Arrested kingpin Mitch Hurwitz, and featuring most of the same cast as voice talent, the series is set behind the scenes at the rundown Knob Haven High School. (Globe and Mail)
TV review: 'Sit Down, Shut Up' - don't bother Apr 16, 2009
But it's certainly unexpected that "Sit Down, Shut Up," featuring one of the best voice casts going and executive produced by Mitchell Hurwitz of "Arrested Development," would be that series ... "Arrested Development" alums Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Henry Winkler play P.E. teacher Larry Littlejunk, "pseudo-jock English teacher" Ennis Hofftard and German teacher Willard Deutschebog, respectively. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Veteran voice actor will 'Shut Up' Apr 15, 2009
The driving force behind the show, Mitchell Hurwitz, is better known for live-action television shows, such as "Arrested Development" and "The Ellen Show." Collectively, the rest of the cast has about as much animation experience in their entire careers as Kenny averages each month. So it was only natural that Kenny got questions about just how to deliver a line during recording sessions. (Fresno Bee)
Critic's Corner Apr 14, 2009
" If so, and you didn't see "True Blood" this fall, I'd watch that in preparation for its June return. Denver: Hello Robert. What do you think of the new animated "Sit Down, Shut Up" from the creator of one of my favorites, "Arrested Development"? Robert Bianco: I haven't watched it yet - but the advanced word, including the word from some people I highly respect, is not good. Fingers crossed, though. Oil City, NY: "Amy Poehler's comedy 'Parks ation' opened to a solid number. " WHAT?? Surely... (USA Today -- Life)
Midseason preview: Fox stands to win big Apr 10, 2009
It debuts "Glee," one of the funniest (and offbeat) programs since "Arrested Development." It gets a one-episode premiere (at the end of "Idol" season) and enough hype to make sure it's a hit in the fall ... But it doesn't have the sensibility of "Arrested Development," which it needs ... That's the premise of this animation hybrid (they use real backgrounds) from Mitchell Hurwitz, the guy behind "Arrested Development." Jason Bateman Henry Winkler and Will Arnett provide three of the voices,... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Amber Tamblyn's new story arc: A cop in 'The Unusuals' Apr 7, 2009
" She gives her take on the issues in her latest volume of poetry, called Bang Ditto, out in the fall. "It's more of the same: ranting and fun times," she says. One thing Tamblyn won't delve into? Her year-long relationship with Cross, immortalized as Tobias F?nke on Fox's Arrested Development. Ask Tamblyn how the two met, and she waves away the question. "It feels weird to me" to discuss their relationship in the press, she says. So, what do they do for fun in New York? "We're big foodies," she... (USA Today -- Life)
Poehler for president Apr 6, 2009
"SNL has its ups and downs, but it's still the best comedy training ground on television," said Poehler, the wife of Toronto-born Will Arnett of Arrested Development fame. "It was a great place to work, but the scenes and the characters are very transient. I wanted to turn the volume down a little bit and sit with a character for a while.". (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Greg Mottola's bumpy ride on the road to 'Adventureland' Apr 4, 2009
Mottola, who also directed episodes of "Arrested Development" and HBO's "The Comeback," was consistently getting offers to direct studio pictures. "I was working on hip TV shows, so that made me hip-comedy guy, but that unfortunately translated to a lot of really bad romantic comedies that would come my way." When he finally said yes to "Superbad," he said, "I think my agents were a little surprised.". (Boston Globe)
When Hollywood meets Kennywood Apr 2, 2009
Until "Adventureland," Mottola had been known as the director of the hit "Superbad," writer-director of "The Daytrippers" and director of episodes of TV's "Undeclared" and "Arrested Development.". He had decided to write a movie about young love, told in a naturalistic, slice-of-life messy relationship way, when he began sharing yarns about Adventureland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
All by themselves: Widowed TV dads Mar 24, 2009
On "Arrested Development," widowed dad Michael (Jason Bateman) not only had to raise his son, he also had to deal with his eccentric family, which included brother-in-law Tobias (David Cross) ... Michael Bluth (Arrested Development)As if he didnt already have enough to worry about with his familys antics, Michael Bluth was coming off the passing of his wife Tracey. (MSNBC -- News)
Uncaring character draws de Rossi Mar 22, 2009
Portia de Rossi, the actress who has starred on television shows from "Arrested Development" to "Nip/Tuck," is in the quirky new ABC series "Better Off Ted.". "Better Off Ted" offers a twisted look at life inside the walls of Veridian Dynamics, a company that will invent anything as long as it makes a profit. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Will Arnett is finally, sort of, growing up Mar 22, 2009
He easily credits Fox's critically acclaimed 2003 series Arrested Development, created by Mitch Hurwitz, for turning him around ... " These days, Arnett, also dubbed one of the 20 hottest new faces in comedy by Premiere magazine, is in demand from movie executives as well as television honchos who like his sardonic geekiness. In addition to recent appearances on such TV shows as 30 Rock, Arnett is scoring film offers - including When in Rome, co-starring Kristen Bell, Danny DeVito and Anjelica... (Globe and Mail)
I Like to Watch Mar 22, 2009
As much as I loved "Seinfeld," "Arrested Development," "The Larry Sanders Show" and "Everybody Loves Raymond," I think "30 Rock" makes me laugh out loud more often than any other TV comedy I've seen. And look, Tina Fey's and Alec Baldwin's story lines often revolve around love and its endless perils. (Salon)
TV review: 'Better Off Ted' develops laughs Mar 19, 2009
Your first instinct upon seeing ABC's newest sitcom, "Better Off Ted," is that its creator has great taste in other sitcoms, since the series seems to be partly inspired by "30 Rock," "The Office" and "Arrested Development." But that doesn't give enough credit to that creator, Victor Fresco, who put "Andy Richter Controls the Universe" on the air before all of them ... This is a workplace comedy (like "30 Rock" and "The Office") with generous touches of absurdity ("Arrested Development") that... (San Francisco Chronicle)
On Your Mind Mar 19, 2009
Limbaugh seems an arrogant, very unhappy, arrested development, emotionally needy, dysfunctional boy, seeking attention by frenzied remarks to incite others pain/irrational-anger buttons. Republicans apparently lack authenticity and clarity, making excuses (worse yet, apologizing) to one who (at heart, if he still has one) is emotionally abusive. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Obama Takes Message To Orange County, L.A. Mar 18, 2009
" 'Arrested Development' followed the hapless Bluths, who drink and spend and party even as they squander their fortune. The idea of Orange County, then, was no longer one of smart conservatism, but the worst kinds of Bush-era excess.". Cradle of conservatism. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Time to Spike Friday Night Lights Mar 14, 2009
Thats what happened with the gang from Arrested Development. I cursed Fox for months when the network put a bullet in the Bluths, but in retrospect, Im glad the network let the show go when it did. (TVweek.com)
Interactive TV? How about focus on the plot? Mar 12, 2009
There's no pandering on "30 Rock," just as there wasn't on "Arrested Development.". Now, anyone who has dealt with a high school or college student knows that they multitask while watching television all the time. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Arrested Dev. Movie Update Feb 28, 2009
IGN: WC 09: Arrested Development Movie Status ... WC 09: Arrested Development Movie Status ... Connections for Arrested Development. (IGN FilmForce)
Lauren Graham is Broadways New Doll Feb 28, 2009
This year may also mark Grahams return to TV. With a team that includes Arrested Development creator Mitchell Hurwitz, shes developing a comedy for ABC in which shell play a self-help expert who has trouble following her own advice. Graham said the show promises to have a sharper edge than the more family friendly tone of Gilmore Girls. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Michael Cera Finally on Board Arrested Development Movie? Feb 25, 2009
Michael Cera Finally on Board Arrested Development Movie ... Michael Cera Finally on Board Arrested Development Movie. (MovieWeb)
Portia not trying to get pregnant Feb 25, 2009
The 'Arrested Development' star - who married talk show host Ellen DeGeneres last year - says rumors she is having in vitro fertilization (IVF) are "completely made up". She said: "There's a story around right now about me that could not be further from the truth. The IVF story. That was just completely made up." It's not the first time the 36-year-old actress has been the subject of pregnancy rumors. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Law & Order UK Feb 24, 2009
" He hopes ITV will go on to make more than the 13 completed episodes. He also has ambitions to sell the British version back to America for the Saturday night network slot and to have the UK and New York casts team up for a crossover episode. Dedicated fans of US police dramas will want to know if Sergeant John Munch makes an appearance. The now almost mythical character - played by Richard Belzer - started on Homicide: Life on the Street and ended as a regular in Law : SVU, appearing along the... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Awards show's hits and misses Feb 23, 2009
Best catnip for "Arrested" fans: Seacrest asked Ron Howard ("Frost/Nixon") about the status of the much-rumored film version of the cult Fox series "Arrested Development." "It's looking very good," Howard said. "We've now been asked to stop offering any details.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
5Top: Movie actors who are terrible on TV Feb 23, 2009
Instead, hes missing some great comics to play off, as he does so flawlessly in Guests films, in more commercial comedies, or in his other television projects, most notably Arrested Development. Great comedic actors need other great comedic actors, and neither Molly Shannon (whos regurgitating her standard SNL shtick) nor Selma Blair (whos trying her best to appear young and obnoxious) give him what he needs. (MSNBC -- Television)
Networks to Avoid Taxing Viewers Feb 21, 2009
Having been burned one too many times by shows that garnered critical acclaim but low Nielsen numbersfrom Arrested Development and The Class to Pushing Daisies and Swingtown television executives seem to have decided that recession-weary viewers are looking for shows that dont require a significant intellectual investment from them. KNOWN QUANTITIES David E. Kelley, left, and Kelsey Grammer are among the TV veterans expected to return for the fall season. (TVweek.com)
DVD Review: Sports Night Special Ed... Feb 17, 2009
Many acclaimed sitcoms are now shot in a similar manner, usually without a laugh track (Scrubs, The Office and Arrested Development are three examples) but in 1998 this style was unheard-of on network TV. It s fascinating to hear the directors and producers talk about the challenges of shooting in this manner, although one wishes they had paid some respect to the show that really kicked off this style: HBO s Larry Sanders Show. Those caveats aside, this is a worthy addition to the DVD collection... (Suite101.com)
