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Monday, October 17, 2005

I Can See The Cliff, But Where's The Hanger?

The West Wing had the dullest cliffhanger in the history of television a few years ago. At the end of the season, the question was will President Bartlet (Martin Sheen) run for a second term. I won't insult you with the answer.

I haven't watched the show in a while, but now that Bartlet is finishing his second term (oops, gave it away) there's to be a face-off between Vinick and Santos. Alan Alda may be charming as the Republican Vinick, but the cast regulars are working, directly or otherwise, to see Jimmy Smits as Santos take office. Pretty clear to me who'll take it.

However, this season offers a true cliffhanger. Will the show, now in a bad Sunday slot, and with a completely different storyline, be canceled?

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