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It's Good to Be...: Jennifer Garner
Tuesday, 22 10:00 PM E!
Thursday, 24 5:00 PM E!
Saturday, 26 10:00 AM E!
Sunday, 27 8:30 AM E!

Daredevil
Tue, 22 3:15 PM MAXe
Tue, 22 3:15 PM MAX
Tue, 22 3:15 PM MAXHDe
Sat, 26 6:15 PM MAXe
Sat, 26 6:15 PM MAX
Sat, 26 6:15 PM MAXHDe
Sun, 27 1:45 AM MAXe
Sun, 27 1:45 AM MAX
Sun, 27 1:45 AM MAXHDe
Mon, 28 7:15 PM MOMAXe
Tue, 29 3:30 AM MOMAXe
Wed, 30 8:30 AM MOMAXe

Catch Me If You Can
Fri, 25 6:30 PM MOMAXe
Mon, 28 9:00 AM MOMAXe

|| ::Ron Rifkin::

Tadpole
Thu, 24 8:45 AM LOVEe
Thu, 24 3:00 PM LOVEe
Thu, 24 9:45 PM LOVEe
Tue, 29 1:50 PM LOVEe
Tue, 29 8:00 PM LOVEe
Wed, 30 4:00 AM LOVEe

Manhattan Murder Mystery
Sat, 26 9:30 AM SHOe
Sat, 26 9:30 AM SHOHDe
Sat, 26 9:30 AM SHO
The Negotiator
Sunday, 27 8:00 PM TNT

|| ::Melissa George::

Friends
{{Episode: TOW Phoebe's Rats
Tuesday, 22 8:00 PM TBS
{{TOW Monica Sings
Tuesday, 22 8:30 PM TBS
Sugar & Spice
Sunday, 27 4:30 PM TBS

|| ::Merrin Dungey::

King of Queens
{{Episode: Secret Garden
Saturday, 26 8:00 PM CBS

|| ::Carl Lumbly::

Brother Future
Friday, 25 6:30 AM STZFe
Friday, 25 2:40 AM STZFe
Everybody's All-American
Friday, 25 1:00 PM HBOSG

|| ::Victor Garber::

Godspell
Wednesday, 23 8:45 AM STZFe

|| ::Lena Olin::

Mr. Jones
Sunday, 27 12:35 PM SHOe
Sunday, 27 12:35 PM SHOHDe
Sunday, 27 12:35 PM SHO

::Thursday, January 23, 2003::


'Frida,' 'Rings' win makeup, hair nods

Jan. 23, 2003 (UPI) -- "Frida" and "The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers" led the way as nominees were announced for the fourth annual Hollywood Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist Guild Awards.

"Frida" was nominated for four hair and makeup awards, and "The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers" was nominated for three. The only other multiple nominee was "Austin Powers in Goldmember," with two.

"Frida" -- an account of the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo -- was nominated for outstanding period makeup, special makeup, period hairstyling and character hairstyling.

"The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers" -- the second of producer-director Jeter Jackson's series of screen adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary classic -- was nominated for outstanding character makeup, special makeup and character hairstyling.

"Austin Powers in Goldmember" -- the third in Mike Myers' series of comedies about a randy spy from the swinging '60s -- was nominated for outstanding period and character hairstyling.

"Chicago," widely regarded as one of the most visually dazzling movies among this year's award season contenders, managed just one nomination from the makeup artist and hair stylist guild -- for period makeup. Another Oscar contender, "Gangs of New York," also managed just one nomination ---- for period hairstyling.

"8 Mile," "Spider-Man," and "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" were nominated for best contemporary makeup. In addition to "Frida" and "Chicago," "Road to Perdition" was nominated for best period makeup.

"Moulin Rouge!" was a double winner at last year's guild awards, taking the prizes for best period makeup and period hairstyling. The Oscar for makeup went to "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." No Oscar is presented for hairstyling.

In the TV categories, three shows -- "Alias," "MADtv" and "Six Feet Under" -- had three nominations each. All three were nominated for contemporary makeup for a series.

"Alias" was nominated for contemporary hairstyling and character hairstyling for a series. "MADtv" was nominated for character makeup and character hairstyling for a series. "Six Feet Under" was nominated for period makeup and contemporary hairstyling for a series.

"American Dreams," Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Sex and the City" received two nominations each.

The fourth annual Hollywood Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist Guild Awards will be presented in Beverly Hills on Feb. 16, in ceremonies to be televised at a date to be announced by The Style Network.

Article from United Press International.

     by Sarah  []


::Wednesday, January 22, 2003::


Web Score Card: How the big four stacked up in 2002

January 19, 2003 - ABC
Reality is about to set in at ABC.

The good news is that, after one of the worst Nielsen downturns in recent TV history, Alphabet execs can rightly claim credit for having put a halt to the slide that threatened to turn the net into an also-ran.

Indeed, thanks to a resurgent Tuesday lineup and a reality-powered Wednesday lineup, ABC began 2003 with more momentum than it's had since the start of the short-lived phenom that was "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire."

Now the real work begins.

ABC plans to launch up to a dozen shows over the next six months, many of them non-scripted reality skeins. In addition to filling some gaping holes -- like all of Thursday night -- the idea is to uncover two or three more modest hits the net can bring back for fall.

Net's nonfiction assault will be massive. In addition to a third edition of monster hit "The Bachelor," as well as the recently bowed spinoff "The Bachleorette," ABC will debut a weekly beauty pageant ("Am I Hot?"), an "American Idol"-like competish for femmes ("All American Girl") and a showbiz version of "Survivor" ("I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!"), among others.

Almost as aggressive will be ABC's attempt to mount a successful hourlong drama as well as turn sophomore hour "Alias" into the hit net execs (and many critics) believe it should be.

As if that weren't enough, ABC this month tries to get into the late-night comedy game, giving Jimmy Kimmel his own showcase following "Nightline."

Article from Variety, written by Josef Adalian.

     by Sarah  []



Costume designers noms adorn 'Towers,' 'Chicago'

January 22, 2003 - LOS ANGELES (The Hollywood Reporter) --- The hobbit cloaks of "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" and the jazzy tap shoes of "Chicago" were among the onscreen accessories that caught the eye of members of the Costume Designers Guild, which unveiled the nominees for its fifth annual Excellence in Costume Design Awards on Tuesday.

In the contemporary film category, costume designer Joanna Johnston was nominated for Universal Pictures' "About a Boy," Wendy Chuck for New Line's "About Schmidt," Sarah Edwards for MGM's "Igby Goes Down," Ellen Mirojnick for 20th Century Fox's "Unfaithful" and Susie DeSanto for Warner Bros. Pictures' "White Oleander."

In the period or fantasy film category, Miramax led the pack with costume designer Colleen Atwood's work being recognized for "Chicago" and Julie Weiss for "Frida." Ngila Dickson got a nom for New Line's "Two Towers" and Albert Wolsky for DreamWorks' "Road to Perdition."

HBO dominated the contemporary television costume design category. Patricia Fields was nominated for the urbane look she gives the stars of HBO's "Sex and the City (news - Y! TV)." Also vying for honors in that category are Julie Polcsa for "The Sopranos (news - Y! TV)" and Gail McMullen for "Six Feet Under." Laura Goldsmith was nominated for her work on ABC's "Alias."

For period or fantasy costume design for TV, Jane Anderson is up for NBC's "American Dreams," Mayes Rubeo for the Showtime miniseries "Fidel," Karen Perry for CBS' "The Rosa Parks Story" and Melina Root for Fox's "That '70's Show."

Winners of the fifth annual CDG Awards will be announced March 16 at the Regent Beverly Wilshire. The event marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the guild.

Article from Yahoo! News, written by Sheigh Crabtree.

     by Sarah  []



Nine wrap up costume nominations

January 21, 2003 - The Costume Designers Guild has tapped nine nominees for its awards honoring excellence in contemporary and period/fantasy films.
Org will announce winners at its fifth annual awards ceremony March 16 at the Regent Beverly Wilshire.

Contemporary film nominees included Joanna Johnston for "About a Boy"; Wendy Chuck, "About Schmidt"; Sarah Edwards, "Igby Goes Down"; Ellen Mirojnick, "Unfaithful"; and Susie DeSanto, "White Oleander." Period/fantasy noms went to Colleen Atwood for "Chicago"; Julie Weiss, "Frida"; Ngila Dickson, "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers"; and Albert Wolsky, "Road to Perdition."

Contemporary TV noms went to Laura Goldsmith for "Alias"; Patricia Fields, "Sex and the City"; Gail McMullen, "Six Feet Under"; and Julie Polsca, "The Sopranos." Period/fantasy TV noms went to Jane Anderson, "American Dream"; Mayes C. Rubeo, "Fidel"; Karen Perry, "The Rosa Parks Story"; and Melina Root, "That '70s Show."

Commercial costume design nominees are Bobbie Mannix, Louise Frogley, Alexandra Walker, Kathleen Detoro, Dona Granata, Susan Nininger and Kym Barrett.

Article from Variety, written by Dave McNary.

     by Sarah  []


::Tuesday, January 21, 2003::


TiVo, the ultimate script doctor (Alias mentions)

January 22, 2003 - As a TiVo owner who anthropomorphizes the thing ("Don't worry, I'll have TiVo tape it for us"), I have pondered why the growth hasn't been faster. Then I stumbled upon a function that tech types like to call the "killer app" -- the bonus being that TiVo and its ilk not only provide the means to fast-forward through ads but can actually help consumers improve programs by excising the lame parts.

That's right: You can play editor and enhance series like "24" and "Alias," most sports, and staged reality programs such as "The Bachelor."

Let's face it, even the best series have their clunky story arcs and subplots. And really, in a busy world, why take an hour to watch a program if you can do it in two-thirds the time?

The current season of Fox's "24," for example, has been marred by the idiotic subplot surrounding the lead character's daughter Kim, played by Elisha Cuthbert. Around Episode 3, I realized the show moved better and was less annoying if I TiVo-ed it and zapped through all those scenes.

Maybe it's something about spy dramas, but a similar thought occurred to me last season during "Alias." As much as I enjoy the show, I became impatient with expository scenes in which Jennifer Garner's agent Sydney Bristow discusses her feelings with friends, anxious to see the next fight, plot twist or skimpy costume.

Full article from the LA Times, written by Brian Lowry.


     by Sarah  []



Christian Slater Assumes an 'Alias'

January 21, 2003 - A string of high-profile guest stars on "Alias" will continue when Christian Slater makes an appearance on the show during February sweeps.

Slater, who recently played a Navy officer and love interest for Donna (Janel Moloney) on "The West Wing," is scheduled to appear in the Sunday, Feb. 9 episode of ABC's spy thriller.

He plays a scientist kidnapped by SD-6 head Sloane (Ron Rifkin) and ordered to piece together mysterious artifacts left behind by 15th-century scientist and apparent visionary Milo Rambaldi. Also in the episode, Dixon (Carl Lumbly) comes clean about his job to his wife and Sydney (Jennifer Garner) -- who apparently has been attending class off-camera -- finally finishes grad school.

Slater's appearance on "Alias" will come one week after Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke ("Training Day" ) plays a possible double agent on the show. In its two seasons, the series has also attracted such guest stars as Faye Dunaway, Quentin Tarantino, Peter Berg and Roger Moore.

There's no word from NBC as to whether Slater will turn up on "The West Wing" again.

Article from Zap2It.com.

     by Sarah  []



Red Menaces

January 21, 2003 -- THE Golden Globes are a dress rehearsal for the Oscars - not only for awards but for fashion - and Sunday night proved a few stars are still not quite ready for the red carpet.
There's still time for those walking fashion faux pas to learn from their mistakes. Stars, open your notebooks:



BEWARE OF WANDERING CLEAVAGE

It's not enough anymore to just have neckline cleavage: "Alias" star Jennifer Garner - clad in a slinky custom-made Ralph Lauren gown - was cleaving dangerously from the side, too.

Article from The New York Post, written by Libby Callaway.

     by Sarah  []



Victor mention in 'The Music Man' article:

'Producers' tackle TV - Broadway favorites Lane and Broderick show off projects

January 20, 2003 - Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, who had Broadway at their feet with "The Producers" two years ago, both have big TV projects on their hands.

Broderick's turn as Harold Hill in "The Music Man" will be seen Feb. 16 on ABC.

And when do we get to see Lane as a gay actor turned congressman in the CBS sitcom "Charlie Lawrence"?

Asked about the air date at a network session last week, the comic actor paused for a thoughtful second or two.

Then, with a grand sarcasm reminiscent of Max Bialystock, his "Producers" alter ego, Lane replied: "Well, Les" - that would be CBS Chairman Leslie Moonves - "always calls me in the middle of the night and says, 'Your show is so special, it's like a Faberge egg. I can't bear to show it to anyone yet. I just want to look at it over and over and over.' "

Which is Lane's none-too-subtle way of saying he'd like to know the answer to that one, too.

Although Lane's name is bigger on Broadway than in Hollywood, Charlie isn't his first sitcom role. A few seasons back, he had a short run as a flamboyant tenor and wine grower in the forgettable "Encore! Encore!"

When a critic asked if the actor had tried to "distance himself" from the flop, Lane wasn't subtle about that, either.

"Look, it wasn't a war crime," he volleyed back, "it was just a sitcom that didn't work."

Unlike fellow Tony winner Broderick, Lane won't sing or dance in his new show, but if he's lucky, he may get to scale the heights of Washington with Laurie Metcalf ("Roseanne"), who plays his chief of staff.

If the show lasts for years, Lane said, "I think he becomes the first gay president and Laurie is his running mate, and a gay man and a woman are running the White House. That would be fun."

Broderick goes brassy
While Lane is waiting for Charlie to take office, he can catch pal Broderick as the consummate con man in Meredith Willson's big, old-fashioned musical, which became a 1962 movie hit for the late Robert Preston.

In an ABC session, Broderick said Preston was a brilliant original he'd be foolish to copy. His own Professor Hill is younger and more playful, though no less devious.

Broderick's resume is the reverse of Lane's, longer on movies than on stage work. But he's also got those two Tonys, the first for "Biloxi Blues" and the second for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying."

"Matthew is a natural song-and-dance man, even if he's sort of reluctant to admit it," said "Music Man" choreographer Kathleen Marshall. "Having had the chance to see him in 'How to Succeed' and 'The Producers' several times, I knew how well he moved . . . even though he comes in apologizing up and down, saying, 'I'm not really a dancer.' "

The TV musical also stars Victor Garber ("Alias") as Mayor Shinn, Molly Shannon ("Saturday Night Live") as the stagestruck Eulalie Shinn and another Tony winner, Kristin Chenoweth ("Annie"), as Marian the Librarian.

Why, one critic asked, had a Broadway performer of Chenoweth's stature been passed over for the plum roles in the film "Chicago" that went to Renee Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones?

"I'd like to know that myself," Chenoweth replied.

"Well," said producer Neil Meron, "we should direct the question to Kathleen's brother (Rob Marshall), who directed 'Chicago.' "

In truth, though, the question might have been addressed to Meron, who, with partner Craig Zadan, also produced "Chicago."

Meron did say he was encouraged by the film's success to think that maybe the movie musical, long ago pronounced dead, could stage a comeback: "Let's see 'Chicago' (keep running) and let's see the trickle-down effect."

Article from JSOnline, written by Joanne Weintraub.

     by Sarah  []



Joan Said What at the Globes?

"Groaners & Gaffes"

Januiary 21, 2003 - Following a miss-or-miss opening salvo of one-liners — including two tries at an already-dated Michael Jackson dangling baby reference, a dusty Heidi Fleiss dig, and a disturbing quip about how Austin Powers midget Mini-Me fits (literally, ugh) into her love life — E!'s Joan segued into her usual "Look at me, I'm pop culturally challenged" questions. Cases in point: Of Curb Your Enthusiasm's Cheryl Hines, she inquired, "How do you memorize lines?" (Um, it's an acclaimed improv series, Joan.) Later, she asked buff Alias ass-kicker Jennifer Garner, "Do you work out?" (Garner all but rolled her eyes in replying, "Yeah.")

Full article at TVGuide.com.

     by Sarah  []



New Midseason Series Report Card

January 16, 2003 - The following grades are based on a number of factors including the competitive time period scenario, retention from the lead-in and/or year ago time period, the network itself, the individual night and the historical time period perspective.

Stuck in the Middle:

-Alias: ABC/Sunday 9 p.m. (#55: 9.42 million; A18-49: #36t: 4.4/10)
-Life With Bonnie: ABC/Tuesday 9 p.m. (#56: 9.17 million; A18-49: #46t: 3.8/ 9)
-Less Than Perfect: ABC/Tuesday 9:30 p.m. (#68: 8.05 million; A18-49: #55: 3.2/ 8)
-Hidden Hills: NBC/Tuesday 9:30 p.m. (#62: 8.59 million; A18-49: #46t: 3.8/ 9)

Full article from Yahoo! News.

     by Sarah  []



Jennifer Garner to be a guest voice on The Simpsons

January 19, 2003 - Jerry Lewis (news) will be a guest voice on "The Simpsons" next season; "Alias" star Jennifer Garner (news) has also recorded a guest turn on the animated staple. Executive producer Al Jean also said he was trying to lure "a current head of state (to the show). I won't say which one."

Full article from Yahoo! News.

     by Sarah  []



Showbiz people briefs

January 21, 2003 - HOLLYWOOD (Variety) - The American Society of Cinematographers has tapped 16 cinematographers as nominees in its three TV categories, with NBC and CBS programs taking three nods each. Winners will be announced Feb. 16 at the 17th annual ASC awards dinner at the Century Plaza Hotel.

Michael Barrett took two nominations, for CBS' "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (news - Y! TV)" in the episodic category and for the "CSI: Miami" pilot in the broadcast movie/miniseries/pilot category.

Other episodic nominees are Michael Bonvillain for "Alias" (ABC), Frank Byers for "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" (CBS), Thomas Del Ruth for "The West Wing (news - web sites)" (NBC), Billy Dickson for "Ally McBeal (news - Y! TV)" (Fox), Robert Primes for "MDs" (ABC) and Bill Roe for "The X-Files (news - Y! TV)" (Fox).

Other broadcast movie/miniseries/pilot nominees are Victor Goss for "Carrie" (NBC), Clark Mathis for the "Birds of Prey" pilot (WB), Brian J. Reynolds for the "American Dreams" pilot (NBC) and Peter Wunstorf for the "Haunted" pilot (UPN).

Cable movie/miniseries/pilot nominees are Jonathan Freeman for "Taken" (Sci Fi Channel), Jeffrey Jur for "Last Call" (Showtime), Serge Ladouceur for "The Case of the Whitechapel Vampire" (Hallmark Channel), Anthony Nakonechnyj for "Point of Origin" (HBO) and William Wages for "Miss Lettie and Me" (TNT).

Article from Yahoo!

     by Sarah  []


::Monday, January 20, 2003::


Winner is...Hollywood (Mention of Jennifer and Scott at the Golden Globes)

January 20, 2003 - Living dolls: Alias star Jennifer Garner and husband Scott Foley, whose A.U.S.A. arrives soon on NBC. Joan Rivers called them Ken and Barbie. But they weren't dressed by Mattel. Ralph Lauren did the honors.

Full article here.

Article from USA Today.

     by Sarah  []



Alias mention in week's TV highlights:

Johnson City family competes in new reality show

January 20, 2003 - "Alias" (about 10:15 p.m., WATE). Jennifer Garner's spy series gets the best spot on television - right after the "Super Bowl." ABC is vowing big revelations for this outing, written by series creator J.J. Abrams.

Full article here.

Article from KnoxNews.com, written by Terry Morrow.

     by Sarah  []



Ed O'Neill won't live in shadow of `Dragnet' (Victor mention)

January 20, 2003 - Actors unfairly get asked about following other actors, Alias co-star Victor Garber said recently. Garber has followed a lot of people in musical roles, including in The Music Man, which ABC will air in February.

``When you go into a role, you don't think about who did it before,'' Garber said. ``You just do it. It's not that big a deal. I get tired of the press saying, `Oh my God.'... I'm an actor.... It's a different interpretation. That's what makes it so interesting.''

Full article here.

Article from The Beacon Journal, written by R.D. Heldenfels.

     by Sarah  []



Authentic Alpha Flight Jackets Land in the Fashion Market (Jennifer mention)

January 20, 2003 - Alpha Industries Authentic Flight Jackets are landing on celebrities world-wide. Alpha has recently been spotted on Nicole Kidman, Cher, Daniel Day-Lewis, Kiefer Sutherland (on the series "24"), Jennifer Garner and Ethan Hawke (on the series "Alias"), David Beckham, and many more. Since 1959, Alpha has been known as the Authentic Flight Jacket manufacturer for the US Military. With over 40 million jackets made in the last 40 plus years, “Alpha” and “Flight Jacket” have become synonymous. Alpha jackets are already a fashion staple in the European market, and are quickly becoming a hot item back on their home turf.

Full article here.

Article from iwire.

     by Sarah  []



CBS Takes Luster off Golden Globes

January 20, 2003 - Fast National ratings for Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003

CBS' coverage of the NFL's AFC championship game sacked NBC's Golden Globes telecast to win the night's ratings race.

For the night, CBS averaged a 19.7 rating/30 share. NBC was second at 11.7/18. FOX, 4.2/6, and ABC, 4.0/6, were way behind. (Data for The WB was unavailable.)

Among adults 18-49, CBS averaged a 13.1 rating, NBC 6.5, FOX 2.8 and ABC 1.9.

The Oakland Raiders-Tennessee Titans game gave CBS a whopping 23.6/37 at 7 p.m., outdrawing the other three networks combined. NBC's Golden Globes arrival show was second at 6.5/10. FOX took third with a rerun of "The Simpsons," 4.9/8, and the start of the movie "There's Something About Mary." ABC's movie "Sounder" (4.5/7 average from 7 to 9 p.m.) was fourth for the hour.

CBS dropped slightly to 20.8/30 at 8 p.m. but still kept a sizable lead. The Golden Globes ceremony got underway with a 13.6/20. "Sounder" moved into third place, with FOX dropping to fourth.

At 9 p.m., football continued to dominate, posting a 21.3/31. The Golden Globes averaged 13.8/20. FOX's movie wrapped up with a 4.0/6. ABC finished fourth with a repeat of "Alias."

NBC took the lead at 10 p.m., as the final hour of the Golden Globes earned a 13.5/21. The conclusion of the football game and a repeat "CSI" averaged 13.2/20 for CBS, while a rerun of "The Practice" scored 3.6/6 for ABC.

Article from Zap2It.

     by Sarah  []



Alias was mentioned in an article on the highlights of TV this week...

Lineups draw comedy, drama from real life

January 20, 2003 - It's Super Bowl Sunday. Does anything else matter? Surely it does for the producers of "Alias" and the new, late-night ABC entry "Jimmy Kimmel Live." "Alias" gets the important post-game slot at approximately 10:30 p.m. on ABC, with the network hoping to give a ratings boost to its critically praised but ratings- challenged spy-action drama with Jennifer Garner. It's worth more than a passing look. Kimmel takes over the post- "Nightline" slot at 12:05 a.m. Monday through Friday. The host of "Comedy Central's "The Man Show" will lead a comedy-talk show.

"Alias" airs at approximately 10:30 p.m. and "Jimmy Kimmel Live" at approximately midnight on WWSB-ch. 40, WFTS-Ch. 28, WZVN-Ch. 26.

Article from HeraldTribune.com, written by Jay Handelman.

     by Sarah  []



International Release Dates for Daredevil

North America
USA: February 14, 2003
Canada: February 14, 2003

Europe
UK: February 14, 2003
Germany: March 20, 2003
France: March 19, 2003
Spain: March 7, 2003
Italy: April 4, 2003
Belgium: 19 March, 2003
Holland: 20 March, 2003
Denmark: 28 March, 2003
Finland: April 4, 2003
Sweden: March 28, 2003
Austria: March 20, 2003
Switzerland: March 20, 2003
Norway: March 21, 2003
Portugal: March 28, 2003

Asia/Pacific
Japan: April 12, 2003
South Korea: March 20, 2003
Taiwan: February 28, 2003
Australia: March 20, 2003
Hong Kong: February 27, 2003
Malaysia: February 13, 2003
Singapore: March 6, 2003
Thailand: March 14, 2003

Eastern Europe:
Russia: March 7, 2003

Latin America:
Mexico: March 21, 2003
Brazil: March 14, 2003
Argentina: March 27, 2003

From DAREDEVILmovie.com

     by Sarah  []



"Alias's" Jennifer Garner Voted Sexiest Woman

January 16, 2003 - Stunning actress Jennifer Garner beat the likes of Oscar winning beauty Halle Berry to clinch the title of the entertainment industry's "sexiest woman". The Alias brunette received the honour from America's E! Network TV show Rank, which counted down the 25 sexiest women. Die Another Day star Berry was the runner-up, followed by Jennifer Lopez and tennis beauty Anna Kournikova.

The top ten is as follows:

1. JENNIFER GARNER
2. HALLE BERRY
3. JENNIFER LOPEZ
4. ANNA KOURNIKOVA
5. CAMERON DIAZ
6. ALYSSA MILANO
7. SALMA HAYEK
8. DIANE LANE
9. FAITH HILL
10. NAOMI WATTS

Article from TeenHollywood.com.

     by Sarah  []



Garber Says Future 'Alias' Episodes Will Be More Accessible

Thu, Jan 16, 2003 - Victor Garber isn't quite sure why "Alias" isn't doing better in the ratings than it is.

"I think it's a difficult show. It's not an easy show for people to follow," says Garber, who plays double agent Jack Bristow, the brooding father of lead character Sydney Bristow (Jennifer Garner) on ABC's spy drama.

He's also not sure the show's Nielsen numbers -- it's averaging about 9.3 million viewers a week -- are fully representative of its audience. Based on his own experience, anyway, he thinks there might be some uncounted fans out there.

"Everywhere I go, someone walks up to me and says 'I never miss your show,' every town I'm in," he says. "That, to me, is indicative of something."

Whatever the reasons for "Alias' " viewership not meeting its buzz level, Garber thinks that may change following the show's post-Super Bowl episode Sunday, Jan. 26. The game typically delivers a big audience to whatever airs immediately after it, and Garber says the episode will be accessible to people who haven't followed every episode.

"Because there are some big changes coming up in the next few weeks, the Super Bowl episode is like starting over. It's almost like a pilot episode," he says.

Spoilers:
In the episode, Jack and Sydney are taken aback when nefarious spy organization SD-6 brings in a new director (guest star Rutger Hauer) to replace Arvin Sloane (Ron Rifkin), who's gone AWOL to be with his presumed-dead-but-really-alive wife (Amy Irving).

(ABC originally scheduled an episode featuring Ethan Hawke as a guest star but decided to hold that hour for the February sweeps period.)

Garber also says that future episodes will be somewhat more self-contained, as opposed to the cliffhanger-a-week form of the show's first season.

"It was a very conscious choice on the producers' part, and I think it will possibly help" the show's ratings, Garber says. "You can start at the beginning and get to the end without feeling like you've missed anything."

The post-Super Bowl "Alias" will go on the air at roughly 10:15 p.m. ET Sunday, Jan. 26.

Article from Zap2It, written by Rick Porter.

     by Sarah  []



DON'T LOOK FOR THAT BIG 'ALIAS'

January 14, 2003 -- 'ALIAS" has fumbled its big, mega-hyped post-Super Bowl episode starring Ethan Hawke.
Instead, another episode, "Phase One," starring "Blade Runner" baddie Rutger Hauer, will now air after the Super Bowl around 10:15 p.m. on Jan. 26.

A spokeswoman for Touchstone Television, which produces "Alias" for ABC, said show creator J.J. Abrams was behind the last-minute switch - because he felt the episode that's being substituted "was stronger."

"J.J. prefers it this way," she said, adding that ABC will announce shortly an air date for the Hawke episode.

ABC announced the change yesterday - via a two-line mention in its daily press release.

Spoilers:

In "Phase One," Sydney and Jack (Victor Garber) are confronted by the new director of SD-6, who's played by Hauer. The new director replaces the missing Sloane (Ron Rifkin) - whose motives and whereabouts are unknown.

In Hawke's episode, he will portray CIA agent Lennox, whose identity is called into question by Sydney (Jennifer Garner) and dad Jack (Victor Garber) after Lennox's "deep cover" mission is blown.


Article from The New York Post, written by Michael Starr.

     by Sarah  []


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