Sci-Fi Features
"Lost" vs. "Battlestar Galactica"
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I'm weighing in on the debate over which show is better - "Lost" or "Battlestar Galactica".
Summer Movie Slate
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Here's a good rundown of the upcoming summer Sci-Fi movies.
The Case For "Speed Racer"
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Since everyone pretty much thinks I'm crazy for wanting to see the new "Speed Racer" movie, I thought I'd lay out my reasoning behind why I think this will be pretty darn good.
Impressions: "The Sarah Jane Adventures"
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I recently watched the new SCI FI Channel show, "The Sarah Jane Adventures". Here are my first impressions.
Lulls-ville
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I am bored with the TV fare right now (with a notable exception).
Reminder: "Battlestar Galactica" Is Back
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This is a public service announcement to remind you to watch "Battlestar Galactica"!
Top 50 All-Time TV Shows
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Empire magazine (from Britian) has put together a list of the top 50 TV shows. The lion's share of these shows are American - and Sci-Fi!
Miss a Day...
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I was gone for a few days...but the Sci-Fi news didn't stop!
Is FOX Sabotaging "New Amsterdam"?
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FOX executives are idiots - or they are trying to kill the show.
Gary Gygax
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The father of "Dungeons and Dragons" passed away Tuesday morning.
"New Amsterdam"
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Why do I have such low expectations for this debut?
What's Your Thing?
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Do you have a type of science fiction that really draws you in?
"Knight Rider" Ratings In
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The ratings for the new incarnation of "Knight Rider" are in...and they were good!
I Wish There Was a Sci-Fi Presidential Candidate
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I really don't like any of the possible nominees for President, so I went looking for a better candidate.
Worst Sci-Fi Programs
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Inspired by a "Ten Worst" list, I came up with a short list of the worst Sci-Fi programs that I could remember.
"Jericho" Has Short Leash
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A decision on whether on not "Jericho" lives to see a third season will be made quickly.
Show Substitutions
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To pass the time while you are waiting for your favorite shows to have new episodes written, a USA Today columnist makes some suggestions on some "substitutes" that you might consider.
Impressions: "The Sarah Connor Chronicles"
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Here are my first impressions of the first hour.
2008 Movies You Not Might Know (Yet)
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Here is my list of 2008 movies that should be better than you might expect.
Things I Will Remember About 2007
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A quick look back at the good stuff in 2007.
2008 Movie Preview - Blockbusters
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There are a slew of good movies on the docket for next year.
2008 Sci-Fi Shows
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Here are those 2008 premiere (or return) dates for the network Sci-Fi shows.
Happy Holidays!
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I hope everyone has a good holiday this week!
Interesting Christmas Present
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This would be one heck of a stocking stuffer!
One More On "Golden Compass"
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The "Golden Compass" fervor has continued to grow over the past week.
"Golden Compass" Deemed "Extremely Dark and Dangerous"?
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Themes in "The Golden Compass" have alarmed many Christians .
My Midseason TV Rankings
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It's time to give out midseason grades to the current crop of Sci-Fi shows.
The Creation Museum
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Author and blogger John Scalzi detailed his trip to the Creation Museum. And, man, it's a good read!
Current Sci-Fi Themed Contests
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For those of you that like to enter online contests for free stuff, here are some good ones.
Review of Halloween (from a Sci-Fi movie persepective)
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After watching all of the kid's costumes yesterday, I think I know what the next Sci-Fi movie should be.
Why "Chuck" Hasn't Been Cancelled
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"Chuck" has not garnered great ratings, but still is on the air. I think I know why!
In Case of a Writer's Strike
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A Writer's Strike could happen as early as next week - and, if it happens, the networks will need alternative programming.
Ready to Write a Novel?
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November is "National Novel Writing Month"!
Sci-Fi is Dying...Because of Atheism?
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An interesting article blames Sci-Fi's sales woes on Richard Dawkins.
Premiere Week Rankings
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Here's a quick look back at the premiere episodes of the new Sci-Fi TV slate.
Impressions: "Pushing Daisies"
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Weird. Quirky. Funny. I think I liked it!
Impressions: "Moonlight"
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There will be absolutely no 'suck' jokes in this post about the latest CBS vampire show.
Impressions: "Journeyman"
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The third show in NBC's Monday lineup is very different than what I expected.
Impressions: "Bionic Woman"
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The new "Bionic Woman" has some impressive moments...and some not-so-impressive ones.
Impressions: "Reaper"
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CW has a winner...if the ratings are good.
Impressions: "Heroes" Premiere
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Monday is a pretty solid night for NBC.
Impressions: "Chuck"
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"Chuck", for the most part, impressed me with its debut episode.
Premiere Week Strategy
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Here's how I'm going to approach talking about the new fall premieres.
SCI FI Weekly's Fall Preview
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SCI FI Weekly posted Part I of their detailed fall TV preview.
"Iron Man" Trailer
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Yes...this trailer has been for about a week. It's still cool.
Survey: First New Show To Be Cancelled
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Which Sci-Fi show will be the first cancelled this season?
Current State of Television Sci-Fi
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Michael Cassutt (SCI FI Weekly) posted an article on the state of Sci-Fi in the industry today.
Impressions: "Doctor Strange" DVD
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I picked up the "Doctor Strange" DVD last weekend. Here are my impressions!
Envisioning the 10th Dimension
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This is the best explanation of higher dimensionality that I have seen in a long time.
What I'll Be Watching This Fall
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It's about time to set the TiVo for the upcoming Fall TV season. Here's what I'll be watching.
"Supernatural" Plot Looks Good!
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Supernatural's creator says he has been waiting for the story arc of the third season.
Vote! SyFy Genre Awards Open
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Voting for the The SyFy Genre Awards is open.
Bad News for Fall Sci-Fi?
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Is it just me, or is there an inordinate amount of bad news surrounding the Sci-Fi offerings slated for this fall?
Is TiVo Killing Sci-Fi TV?
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Several articles are discussing if TiVo/DVR viewing is killing Sci-Fi programming.
"Harry Potter" Hiatus
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OK - not really. But, reading this book is cutting into my time...
"Stargate: Atlantis" Fan Reaction
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I received a reaction about Carson Beckett from a "Stargate: Atlantis" fan that I had to share.
"Harry Potter" Book Disguises
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Here's a way to read Harry Potter, yet conceal the fact from your disapproving friends.
Upcoming Sequels
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I found an interesting poll on the most anticipated Sci-Fi sequels.
"Harry Potter" is Better Than Us
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I found a short article listing eight reasons that "Harry Potter" is better than us.
The Doctor's Companions
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There is a rumor that "Doctor Who" will be changing his primary travelling companion.
Heinlein would be 100
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Robert A. Heinlein would have been 100 years old this Saturday.
"Supernatural" Wins!
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"Supernatural" is gaining buzz in the TV blogging community.
Should we contact the aliens?
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A discussion has begun on the topic, "If we could contact an alien race, should we do it?"
Suggestions for "Avengers"
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I have a few thoughts on how Marvel should produce "The Avengers".
Sci-Fi Presidential Candidate
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General Zod is campaigning for votes.
"Harry Potter" Contest
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The "Harry Potter Necrology Contest" wants us to guess the major character that will die in the upcoming novel.
Impressions: "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer"
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The sequel is better than the original!
Do the Networks Still Hate Tivo Viewers?
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The short answer? Yeah, kinda...
Zombies in the Workplace!
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If you have the Zombie attack under control in your area, here is a proposal of what to do next.
Blog Like It's the End of the World
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The BLITEOTW blogging event takes place tomorrow.
Reasons to be Excited About "Iron Man"
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"Iron Man" is building a following - and I am firmly on the bandwagon.
Are We Too Quick to Judge?
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Are we too quick to judge (and then dismiss) the new TV offerings?
"Star Wars" is 30
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"Star Wars" turns 30 today - and there is much rejoicing!
"Heroes" Finale: Love or Hate?
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There is a lot of hate out there for the season finale of "Heroes".
Networks Buy Sci-Fi for the Fall
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The networks announced their Fall slate of programming this week - and Sci-Fi programming has been included!
2006-2007 Best Sci-Fi Shows
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I ranked my favorite shows of the past television season.
Women vs. Men: Most-Watched Movies
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Everybody loves to watch "Star Wars" (again and again and again, evidently).
Marvel vs. DC
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A look at how the two giants of superhero movies compare.
Back On Monday
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I'm going out of town for a few days...but I have some items on the Kentucky Derby and "The Dresden Files" to post before I go.
"Drive" Update
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At the risk of converting this blog from Sci-Fi to "Drive"-only posts, here is an update on the recently cancelled show.
"Harry Potter" Outreach Program
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There is an effort going on to expand the number of Sci-Fi readers.
Sci-Fi Geek Qualifications
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Here are some ways to tell if you have gone over the edge into full-scale SF geekdom.
Beyond the Red Line
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People who mod old video games are amazing.
Best Sci-Fi Movie
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A recent survey crowned the 'Best Sci-Fi Movie' of all time. Can you guess the winner?
"Stardust" Trailer
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I am hooked on the Stardust movie trailer - it's very, very good.
Harry Potter Will Be Over 700 Pages
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The page count for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" is big news. Yes - really!
"Heroes" Finale Speculation
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Some vague but intriguing details for the finale of Heroes have been released.
Sci-Fi Spring Movie Preview (Part 2)
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Here are my previews of the new upcoming Sci-Fi movies that will be released in May and June.
Sci-Fi Spring Movie Preview (Part 1)
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I have put together a preview of the upcoming Sci-Fi movies that are scheduled to be released in March and April.
Save Internet Radio!!!
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The US Copyright Board issued a ruling to *retroactively* charge webcasters for streaming content delivered to listeners throughout 2006. That's bad.
Hugo and Nebula Awards
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Do you know the difference between these two major Sci-Fi awards?
RIAA and Sci-Fi Upgrades
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I just figured out why my iPod has calender software included.
"Buffy the Vampire Slayer": Season 8
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I am finally getting excited about the new Buffy comic book series.
I Like Spoilers
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I may be an exception, but I really like spoilers..well, a certain kind of spoilers.
Death Star: Sabotaged?
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Was Luke Skywalker's miracle shot the *true* cause of the destruction of the Death Star?
Tomb of Jesus?
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The James Cameron documentary on the discovery of Jesus' tomb got me thinking.
"The Number 23" and Synchromysticism
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Here is a look at the thinking behind the movie "The Number 23".
"Buffy Syndrome"
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I have "Buffy Syndrome". And, something else. No, it's not that...
"Watchmen" News
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It looks like the long awaited movie adaptation of the Alan Moore's graphic novel "Watchmen" is really going to happen.
Things I Know About "Heroes"
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Here are a few of the things that I know (err...strongly speculate) about "Heroes".
Upcoming SCI FI Channel Pilots
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Here is a quick rundown of the new shows scheduled by the SCI FI Channel.
Upcoming US Network Sci-Fi Pilots
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Here is a good list of the upcoming Sci-Fi pilots that will be on the major US networks this fall.
Impressions: "The Dresden Files"
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Here are my impressions of the first episode of the new SCI FI Channel show, "The Dresden Files".
Speculation: Is Starbuck a Cylon?
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I engage in rampant speculation on which crew member is a Cylon - and I don't think it is Starbuck.
Prime Directive is "Stupid"
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A transhumanist asks 'If we don't play God, who will?"
The Buzz on "The Dresden Files"
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Not so good news coming in about 'The Dresden Files'.
Ultimate Cybernetic Upgrades
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I found a top ten list of possible future cybernetic enhancements.
Top Ten Sci-Fi Devices
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The announcement of the iPhone has inspired me to create a list of the greatest Sci-Fi devices of all time.
"Vanguard: Saga of Heroes" Beta Impressions
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First impressions have great power...
"24" - Season 6
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My unofficial introduction to the new season of "24".
"Harry Potter" Book 7 Release Date
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More educated speculation on the release date for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows".
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows"
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The title of the final book of the "Harry Potter" series has been announced.
"Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer" Trailer
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The trailer is up for the sequel to the "Fantastic Four".
"X-Files" Christmas Story
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I found this old holiday story in my archives this week.
"Battlestar Galactica" Diversions
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Several "Battlestar Galactica" themed topics for your reading and viewing pleasure.
"Lost Room" Web Treasure Hunt
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SCI FI Channel's "The Lost Room" has an associated treasure hunt for some big money.
Has Hollywood Stopped Making Serious Sci-Fi?
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A 'Wired' article discusses the current state of Sci-Fi film making.
'Heroes' Plot Not Pre-Planned
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A recent article made me doubt the possible longevity of the popular new show.
Six Word Sci-Fi Stories
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'Wired Magazine' asked some very good writers to compose a story in only six words.
Sci-Fi Jack O' Lanterns
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I have compiled some Sci-Fi themed pumpkin carvings in time for Halloween.








