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Dollhouse Cancelled
« Thread Started on Nov 11, 2009, 12:38pm »
According to The Hollywood Reporter.


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"Dollhouse" is closing its doors at Fox.

The network has canceled Joss Whedon's cult fave, which in May beat the odds with a second-season pickup despite low ratings.

The sci-fi series, which is filming episode 11, is expected to finish its 13-episode order.

After some dismal performance in the fall, despite the ratings bumps "Dollhouse" got from DVR viewing, Fox benched the show for the November sweep after four episodes.

It is not clear if Fox will air the remaining episodes starting Dec. 4 as planned.

"Dollhouse" stars Eliza Dushku as a DNA-altered woman who gets implanted false memories for various missions and tasks.

Fox already has picked up breakout freshman dramedy "Glee" for a full season. Freshman comedy "Brothers" is still awaiting its fate, but its chances don't look good.


Well this totally sucks. :( They better freaking air the other episodes like they promised.
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Re: Dollhouse Canceled
« Reply #1 on Nov 11, 2009, 12:46pm »
Airing 9 more episodes of a series after cancellation has been announced would be unusual, since the chances of attracting new viewers become zero. However, they were going to air them during the hiatus (December and January) when nobody pays much attention to ratings.

Actually, it's possible the last 3 episodes might get burned off in February during the Olympics. There's no February sweeps next year.
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« Reply #2 on Nov 11, 2009, 12:56pm »
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According to Ausiello they will show the remaining episodes. http://bit.ly/Vx4vp

Although this does not affect me like the cancellations of Angel and Firefly (especially Angel!)...I am saddened by the news. Sorry for those that really love the show. I hope that Joss is able to give it closure now.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #3 on Nov 11, 2009, 12:57pm »
Well, this sucks.

But at least they gave it a chance.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #4 on Nov 11, 2009, 12:58pm »
Yeah, I'm upset, but this isn't surprising at all.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #5 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:00pm »
Also according to Futon Critic they will be airing the rest of the episodes...as well as the idea that is hasnt been 'cancelled'...but that there ill be a cap on 13 eps of season 2 and the decision on a 3rd season will be made sometime next year.

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=8381

"As previously announced, "Dollhouse" will return with back-to-back episodes on December 4, 11 and 18 before resuming its regular Friday, 9:00/8:00c slot on January 8."
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #6 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:11pm »
WHAT?!

Hold up! I may just have to slap someone!

... Okay. Is this true?! Like, you sure?! Why would they air all the rest, if it is off for sure?!

I won't believe this until it comes directly from FOX. *Covers ears*
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #7 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:20pm »
FOX hasn't really said anything yet, but it is official. The Futon Critic just updated their possible hope story saying it is cancelled. Variety, TV Guide, EW and others are also reporting it. Blegh. But according to Variety, FOX will still air all 13 episodes, with the last being the series finale.

Sucks, but at least we still have nine more episodes to see.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #8 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:24pm »
Strike that futon critic story guys -sorry
they have since posted this:
"[UPDATED: The Hollywood Reporter's story indicates it has indeed been canceled, meaning we were just given the company line of never actually admitting something is canceled. We apologize for any false hope this story may inadvertently generate.]"

Oh well:(
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #9 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:26pm »
I hate to say it, but it's better this way. With its numbers, there was no way Fox was going to renew it or even give it a back nine. By announcing the cancellation now, they can make episode 2.13 a real series finale with proper closure, and the cast and crew can get a head start on looking for new jobs.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #10 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:52pm »
God, I hate this. SO MUCH. :'(
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #11 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:54pm »
I am really sad now. Just read this on Whedonesque. Why must Fox always screw Joss over? :(
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #12 on Nov 11, 2009, 1:58pm »
So Joss, about that idea you had for a Dollhouse comic...
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #13 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:04pm »
Joss commented on the cancellation:
http://whedonesque.com/comments/22328#349440

man, my twitter alert is just non-stop right now
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #14 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:35pm »
Oh God this sucks. Like a lot. I can't say I'm surprised, but dang. Still stings.

"By the time the last episode airs, you'll know what my next project is." Sure hope it's not on FOX.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #15 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:38pm »

Nov 11, 2009, 2:35pm, Rebecca wrote:
Oh God this sucks. Like a lot. I can't say I'm surprised, but dang. Still stings.

"By the time the last episode airs, you'll know what my next project is." Sure hope it's not on FOX.


I don't think we'll see Joss on television again for a long while. If ever.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #16 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:39pm »
im not too surprised.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #17 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:41pm »

Nov 11, 2009, 2:38pm, AndrewCrossett wrote:

Nov 11, 2009, 2:35pm, Rebecca wrote:
Oh God this sucks. Like a lot. I can't say I'm surprised, but dang. Still stings.

"By the time the last episode airs, you'll know what my next project is." Sure hope it's not on FOX.


I don't think we'll see Joss on television again for a long while. If ever.

Yeah, seriously. I think I recall him saying he wouldn't do another after Dollhouse in an interview with Rolling Stone. Pretty depressing. At least we have Season 8 and Dr. Horrible to look forward to. That'll do for now.

He almost sounds a little relieved, not angry like he was with Angel and Firefly. That's not really surprising though.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #18 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:44pm »
Sigh..totally mellowed me out.

I'm just looking at the best way, FOX set it up for failure but gave it a chance anyway and all we can do is thank them for it.

Oh dearest Dollhouse, I will miss you dearly and you'll always be in my heart especially for leading me to Buffy. Goodbye.
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Re: Dollhouse Cancelled
« Reply #19 on Nov 11, 2009, 2:46pm »
ugh. yeah we all kinda knew this was going to happen.....at least we have the rest of the season, right? but it really does suck. :'(
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