S.O.S: Save Our Shows!
In the past TV fans would sit passively on their couches, weeping into a bag of potato chips, as they watched their show disappear from the air waves for good. Times have changed. Gone are the days of wishing the networks would figure out how great the show was that they just axed, goodbye to the times when viewers had absolutely no say when theyre favorite character got cut, and farewell to feeling like there was no one out there who felt as strongly about a show as you did.
Zap2it has been inundated with e mails from devoted fans dedicated to do whatever it takes to keep their shows on the air. Programs like Popular, Once and Again, Roswell, and Freakylinks all have fan bases that have taken it upon themselves, through the use of the Internet, to campaign for their shows. Here at Zap2it, contrary to popular belief, we just report on the entertainment industry, we dont control it. But with all you fans out there working hard to keep your shows alive weve decided to dedicate this section to you to make it known that your hard work and devotions are not in vain, the campaigns are actually working. Let the fans speak!
Save Our Show Articles
Dennis Christopher
His character on "The Profiler" was brought back to life by fans online. Read about how Dennis Christopher's fans saved "Jack."
Save Our Roswell
Roswell fans all over the world have taken to the Internet to save their show. Read about their campaign to save Roswell.
Recognize a show that you'd hate to see go off the air? Now's your chance to do something about it. Click on these links to find out how you can do your part and stop your favorite program from becoming another causality.
Save Our Show Guides
Operation Save Pretender
Operation Save The Pretender is a great success story. Theyre efforts, along with the help of TNT actually saved the show. This page directs you to the TNT and FOX pages where youll find The Pretender website and all the promotional material for The Pretender. FOX still owns part of the show so this site offers a link to them and urges users to send polite letters to the network in support of The Pretender. The media page has info. available for contacting the various shows with an events section that highlights various chats with Pretender cast members. When in doubt about whether trying to save a show will actually work visit this site for inspiration.
Save Diagnosis Murder Guides
Save Diagnosis Murder
This site is very do it yourself but it certainly gets the job done. In an attempt to get Diagnosis Murder back for season 9 the site offers a solution that is so obvious its a wonder the other S.O.S sites arent doing it, they bend over backwards to thank the sponsors. Advertisers are key in keeping a show on air and this site knows it and goes out of their way to print explicit thanks. Youll also find monthly categories that give the latest on Diagnosis Murder for each month.
Diagnosis Murder Petition
For Diagnosis Murder fans that want to see the show brought back for its ninth season log on here to sign the petition to keep the show running. The petition is right there to read through and so are the names of all the others who have signed it, which is a great feeling if youre a fan, youll see youre not alone.
Diagnosis Murder UK
Now this is one devoted site. Apparently the UK has a strong Diagnosis Murder fan base and this site was created and devoted to them. The options on this site are too many to mention but some of the highlights include; chats, posting boards, volunteer job opportunities, links, polls and most importantly a petition. The UK is well aware of the danger the show is in and they are doing their part with a petition. So log on to sign up and meet with other Diagnosis Murder fans from all over.
Lauras Diagnosis Murder
Lauras dedication to Diagnosis Murder is apparent. There is a complete roster of the shows scheduling in addition to writers strike updates and information. It seems the writers strike updates are available because they may affect Diagnosis Murders scheduling. A lot of the site is also dedicated to Lauras other favorite show I Love Lucy. The DM info that may be of interest to the die-hard fans is the DM upcoming movie info. Check it out here.
Save Norm Petition
Well if you Norm fans are out there you better log on and do something about your favorite show or the episodes will soon be memories. There is nothing much to this site; its just a petition to save Norm. You can add your name and view others who have lent their name to the cause. Dont miss your chance to save Norm.
Save Strangers With Candy
This site put together a fantastic campaign but unfortunately it wasnt enough. Comedy Central let this gem of a show go. Fans of Strangers With Candy, should absolutely still visit this site and continue to help the online petition grow because in the end Comedy Central may see what a terrible mistake they made. The organization of this campaign makes a great blueprint for others to take note of. Read sample letters, sign the petition, buy tapes of the show, read reviews and so much more.
Save Now And Again
The CBS series Now and Again" ran for a full season and then ended on a cliffhanger leaving its fan base up in arms. Though the show is no longer on the air the creator of this site begs visitors to sign the mailing list claiming that its, its not to late! Also offered is a compromise for the network, a TV movie to tie up the loose ends. Not a bad idea and with enough fan support it would be very difficult and not the smartest move to say no.
Save Felecity
Heres an example of a show that a strong S.O.S campaign may actually help. Felicity is teetering on the line of extinction and without that extra push fans may have to say farewell. This save Felicity site is actually one of the better-looking S.O.S sites out there. Hosted by Fanforum, the updates seem to be current, as does the show info. A great idea is the media targets feature, which informs fans about what publications would be the most worthwhile to write to. Best of luck, to Help Felicity.
Save Roswell Guides
Crashdown
Another cool looking site hosted by Fanforum, Crashdown seems to be the ultimate destination for Roswell fans. Incredibly comprehensive information about everything Roswell including, where to find articles written about the show, links to photo gallerys, spoilers, and very active Roswell chat rooms. If youre a Roswell fan go here to see that youre not alone.
Save Roswell
Over 130,000 visitors have visited this Save Roswell site so far. Go there and youll see why, there is a real feeling of a rally going on here, the Roswell is Hot campaign garnered lots of press. Visitors wont be able to leave without wanting to do something for the show. Hosted by Fanforum the site has been active for one year and the show is still on air, perhaps it is partly due to the huge fan support that is evidenced on these pages.
Season Three Petition
This is actually a petition page, which is a fantastic idea for campaigners looking for something quick and easy to do to take action quickly. A petition to bring Roswell back for a third season that actually worked! Started and run by two Roswell fans, there is an explanation that visitors are asked to read before just blindly signing away. Also a very generous gesture, a feature that allows you to create your own petition.
Save Once and Again Guides
Once And Again Fans
The webmaster of this Once and Again fan site is doing an excellent job maintaining and updating all the Once and Again info. Here users can find episodic trivia, literary references, events etc. from every episode for two seasons! Also featured are awards the cast and show have received. After catching up and realizing why you love the show so much join the intelligent, and immediate campaign to stop it.
Once Again
Listen up Once and Again lovers, this is a show that can use your help. Once and Again fans are in the middle of a major campaign to save their show. Log on to this site and find out what all the fuss is about and then take action. The campaign involves a TV Guide cover featuring The Best Show You Are Not Watching, that will be available April 16. Campaigners are requesting that the covers be torn off and the NOT crossed off. Visit this site to find out all the pertinent information about where to send it, and of course for a very comprehensive Once and Again site, including links to chats with cast.
