SitcomsOnline Digest: Abbott Elementary Given Full Second Season; Preview of New Beavis and Butt-Head Episode

Saturday, July 23, 2022

SitcomsOnline Digest: Abbott Elementary Given Full Second Season; Preview of New Beavis and Butt-Head Episode

Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we are getting new details about the renewal of an ABC sitcom, we're hearing about the classic remake that Norman Lear wants as he approaches 100 years of age this week, and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

It should come as little surprise that Abbott Elementary, which proved to be a successful broadcast network sitcom in an era where streaming media dominates, will have a full 22 episodes for season two. (Deadline)
We're getting a full 9 minute preview of one of the new Beavis and Butt-Head episodes, and it is a literal dumpster fire. (Deadline)
The TCA Summer Press Tour is going virtual due to rising COVID-19 cases. (Variety)
As he approaches 100, Norman Lear says that now is the time to redo the Maude abortion episode. (Variety)
Netflix is coming out with an ad-supported version of the service, but don't expect to find everything that is currently on Netflix on there, as it will contain a pared down selection. (Consequence)
Taurean Blacque, known for his role on Hill Street Blues, has died at age 82. (Entertainment Weekly)
The 25th anniversary of South Park is coming up (it actually seems longer than that in some regards), and there will be a concert that will air on Comedy Central and Paramount+ to celebrate. (SitcomsOnline)

WEEKLY PLANNER (JULY 23 - JULY 29)

Antenna TV is celebrating Norman Lear's 100th birthday on Wednesday, though it will only include the shows that they're currently airing.
The Decades binge this weekend is The Wild Wild West.

Sitcoms Airing Tonight / Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows

Monday, August 10

The Neighorhood - "Welcome to New Horizons" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Dave’s silent auction wins lead to a classical concert outing with Gemma and the Butlers that quickly goes off the rails. Meanwhile, Malcolm’s ghostwriting gig takes a surprising turn when Tina encourages him to dive into reality TV for inspiration – sparking an unexpected obsession.

The Neighorhood - "Welcome to the Walk of Roses" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Calvin receives an unexpected honor that sparks mixed emotions, while Malcolm’s ghostwriting gig takes a wild turn after a viral outburst from his celebrity client.

Complete TV Listings

Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows (Week of August 10)

Monday, August 10

Anthony Anderson (black-ish/Guys with Kids/All About the Andersons) - Anthony guest hosts Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
Rose Byrne (Platonic/Physical) - Rose appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC. Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear/Girls) - Ebon is a guest on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
Melanie Lynskey (Two and a Half Men/Togetherness) - Melanie talks about Don't Say Good Luck on NBC's Today sometime between 7-9am.
Rex Linn (Happy's Place/Young Sheldon) - Rex talks about NBC's Happy Place on Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.