Better Off Ted

[Smash Adams]

New show from the creator of Andy Richter Controls The Universe and starring Portia De Rossi premieres Wednesday on ABC at 8:30
"Better Off Ted" is a satirical office comedy about Ted Crisp, an R&D superstar and single dad. He heads up the research and development department at Veridian Dynamics, a large multinational corporation that values profits over morals. No project is too far-fetched for them: Grow meat in a test tube? They do that. Turn an innocent pumpkin into a killing gourd for the military? You betcha. But, when they decide to cryonically freeze one of Ted's employees just "to see if it's possible," Ted begins to question the company's extremely easy-to-question practices.
He turns to his self-centered boss, Veronica, his genius scientists, Lem and Phil, the cute new tester, Linda, and his 8-year-old daughter, Rose, to help him do the right thing.

given their track records I'll be the only one seeing this but it looks good

[alboneceleste]

There are funny parts in the previews for it. One girl from the lass is in it, so I'll probably check it out.

[Ailite]

I'm looking forward to it though unfortunately I'll miss the premiere

[Uwe Blab]

Could be pretty good, probably won't last that long though.

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

New show from the creator of Andy Richter Controls The Universe and starring Portia De Rossi premieres Wednesday on ABC at 8:30

given their track records I'll be the only one seeing this but it looks good
I'll be there. The previews have been pretty funny so far.

Though I'm sure, like most good things, it will get canceled...

[WFUJerseyJon]

Did anybody watch? How was it?

[Ailite]

How was this?

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

I thought it was funny. Quirky enough to continue forward with exaggerated jokes that are amusing like Arrested Development if it continues. The opening was great and I liked the character of Phil quite a bit (his obnoxious cry of fear was pretty amusing after being frozen for 3 days). It's not perfect but I think it's got solid potential.

[doomcrs04]

I liked it. Should get good ratings as long as its kept as the lead in for Lost.

[BryterJonah]

Really really dug this show. ABC has a pretty solid wednesday lineup.

[mutualaddiction]

I thought it was mediocre at best.

Nothing original really, overuse of Voice over, the lead character begins to question the morals his corporation, awkward office romance with the new girl. blah

Portia de Rossi playing a character very similar in mannerisms to Lindsay Bluth seemed stale.

The scientists may have been one of the redeeming qualities, and the daughter as moral guidance was slightly interesting.

[batmannj]

I do want to catch this if it is pretty funny. I also saw someone compare it to Arrested Development which kinda interests me.

[The Personist]

Looking forward to watching this later. The previews all looked pretty hilarious.

[luckisoverrated]

I thought it was mediocre at best.

Nothing original really, overuse of Voice over, the lead character begins to question the morals his corporation, awkward office romance with the new girl. blah

Portia de Rossi playing a character very similar in mannerisms to Lindsay Bluth seemed stale.

The scientists may have been one of the redeeming qualities, and the daughter as moral guidance was slightly interesting.

I watched it and I wasn't impressed, either. The "awkward office romance" seemed forced and the humor seemed like it was trying too hard, if that makes sense. Like the writers were trying too hard to be quirky and original and in the end it just fell flat.
I agree with your last sentence, though. Phil's scream was kind of funny, and the little daughter was cute.

[fluke182]

I really enjoyed this. Definitely a really promising show.

[BryterJonah]

I actually liked the boss' chemistry with that "awkward office romance" girl.

I hate young girls with mature voices. It's mega creepy, like that one girl from Benjamin Button.

[Smash Adams]

Lem and Phil are the best

[Klatzke]

I found this pretty great actually.

[lindZ629]

Just checked this out, and I enjoyed it. Love Phil.

[Klatzke]

The new episode was tighttt. Just watched it.

[Smash Adams]

Has anyone else been watching this?

[Klatzke]

Has anyone else been watching this?
Every week.

[Smash Adams]

Every week.
Me too keep forgetting to bump this thread though, I hope enough people watch it so that it gets picked up for a 2nd season

[Klatzke]

Me too keep forgetting to bump this thread though, I hope enough people watch it so that it gets picked up for a 2nd season
So do I. My parents apparently heard they were already thinking it's not going to make it. I find it pretty humorous.

[Klatzke]

lol @ hurricane proof dogs

[Smash Adams]

lol @ hurricane proof dogs
I loved that and "apparently writing on a baby doesn't make it yours"

[Klatzke]

I loved that and "apparently writing on a baby doesn't make it yours"
I'm just watching it all now.

"you are so pretty, and your calves...."

[Klatzke]

Well obviously you can, they're not indestructible.. hahahahahahhaha.

That whole baby scene was hilarious. I was lol-ing

[Klatzke]

This show better not be canceled after this season, last nights episode was excellent.

[terrycw89]

I really like this show, therefore, it will be cancelled.

[Smash Adams]

At the very least there are 6 unaired episodes

[lindZ629]

Not renewed yet, but the outlook's good!

I want the classic cars theme.

[ThexQuietxCull]

really am getting into this show, and yeah, lem and phil are awesome

[SgtSmegma]

This show is horrid

[terrycw89]

Renewed!

http://tvbythenumbers.com/2009/05/15/better-off-ted-renewed/18747

[Klatzke]

Renewed!

http://tvbythenumbers.com/2009/05/15/better-off-ted-renewed/18747
Sweet

[Justin_stacy]

Dvd announcement. (http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Better-Ted-Season-1/11905)

[Smash Adams]

so apparently they're airing the rest of season one this summer, the first new episode is tonight and you can find the info here
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Better_Off_Ted#Episodes

[hailthewarrior]

Watching the second of the unaired episodes right now. I really enjoy this show a lot.

[caress me down]

This show is hysterical. Where has it been?!

[smogs]

I love this show, I'm so glad it's back!

[Smash Adams]

Last night was great, real shame if this does wind up getting canceled

[Whalejaw]

I miss the Veridian commercials they used to put into the episodes.

[love_american_style]

fucking bump.

one of my new favorite shows.

[lindZ629]

Bh7Nz4bIwss

[Klatzke]

Bh7Nz4bIwss
haha my god.

[Smash Adams]

You guys have more brains than a zombie Thanksgiving
We like it hot, it keeps out the penguins

[Chemical Love]

I just watched all the episodes that are on Hulu and I liked it. Kinda stupid, some of the jokes are really easy but I laughed a lot. Prolly gonna catch it weekly now.

[ArtForLovers]

just started watching this on netflix. I like it

[hailthewarrior]

I rewatched season one on DVD twice since August started... wish season two had a release date. Wish it also hadn't been canceled.

[ArtForLovers]

I rewatched season one on DVD twice since August started... wish season two had a release date. Wish it also hadn't been canceled.
damn, i also watch the shows that get canceled. I swear they aren't bad

[Whalejaw]

Finally got a chance to watch the last 2 episodes that didn't air. I'm going to miss this show.

[Wake Up]

I want my season 2 blu ray :-(

[vrocker2007]

This show has had so many great moments. Will buy season 2 if it ever comes out.

[Brian vs Shark]

Just started watching this on Netflix...Highly enjoyable

[Smash Adams]

Glad both Phil and Lem were on Raising Hope, if only for one episode

[rawspinner]

The thing that prevented me from watching this show was the title. What a stupid reason. It's awesome.