FX Renews LOUIE, Picks Up Pilot from RENO 911 Creators

FX chief John Landgraf announced the renewal of comedian Louis CK’s sitcom, LOUIE, at the Television Critics Press Tour this morning (Aug. 3). The comedy has been picked up for 13 episodes, which will begin airing in summer 2011. Landgraf mentioned its strong DVR numbers as a major factor in the network’s decision to give […]

Thoughts on LOUIE?

As I mentioned yesterday, comedian Louis CK is unique. And perhaps, on TV, he’s an acquired taste. His new show, LOUIE, on FX is a bit odd at times, sure. But do you agree that there may be promise? Or do you just think it’s sh-t? Talk to me in the comments section…

LOUIS: Comedian Louis CK Gets Lucky with FX

Living in L.A. has its perks, as I’ve recently had the pleasure of sitting — free of charge — through three of Louis CK’s stand up appearances and laughing like a lunatic each time. The dude, as any comedy fan knows, is — without question — talented, unique and funny. So it kind of sucked […]