Have you ever wondered...

[carabele]

...why T.V. execs insist on taking a good premise that really has a limited shelf-life and try to make it into a continuing series instead of a limited-run series?

This question comes to mind because I recently watched the premieres of the two new shows BELIEVE and RESURRECTION. Now I have to admit both shows have intriguing premises and the

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[elmey]

As you might expect, the real reason is money. You can make a lot more money off syndication than from a limited run series. And syndicators prefer around 100 hours (preferably more) of programming--so producers will squeeze to get four seasons out of a concept.

That said, I agree with you completely. I think even open ended shows get tired after a certain number of years (unless you can make cast changes, new writers and so on). I really prefer a limited run series that's driven by a good script and some good ideas.

[avery11]

Yep. Completely agree.