The Fox television series "Fringe," starring Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson and Jon Noble, is, once again, in fear of cancellation. "Fringe" is a smart science fiction series about an impending war between two universes. And "smart" does not mean bogged down with tons of technical terms and brain freezing concepts (alright, maybe a few of the latter... literally), but that it is an intelligent well thought out series, where the creators caringly consider every angle, right down to the opening credits.
Current fans will remember that the series was in danger of ending after Season 3 last year, but, as often credited by series star Joshua Jackson, the show was granted a fourth season after a fan campaign started on the "GEEKTIME!" Sirius-XM satellite radio show. Passionate fans sent Red Vines candy, a favorite of Jon Noble's Walter Bishop character, to Fox Entertainment President Kevin Reilly, along with pleas to continue the show. Fears were renewed again recent at a Television Critics Association conference where Kevin Reilly mentioned that the show loses Fox a lot of money, due to how expensive it is to produce.
"Fringe" revolves around a conflict between two alternate Earths. Sparked when the noble intentions of Dr. Walter Bishop (pun intended) were not interpreted as such by the other side. This article will refrain from revealing too many spoilers, in case new fans would like to get caught up from the beginning, but there is a "Fringe" primer, for those looking to dive into the series now. The series was developed by J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot ("Lost," "Once Upon a Time," "Star Trek" [2009], "Alcatraz," "Person of Interest," "Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol" and many other TV programs and films you know and love). Fans still bitter about the ending of "Lost," need not carry that grudge over to "Fringe'" as the series consistently pays off on the mysteries built in a very satisfying fashion. Jon Noble's widely divergent depictions of the two versions of Dr. Walter Bishop, referred to as "Walter" and "Walternate," is reason enough to watch the series. In addition to the excellent sci-fi storylines and action, the series is quite often fun and emotional, as, at its core, the series is about the relationship of a father(s) and his son.
Viewers are encouraged to view the show live on Friday nights, especially Nielsen family homes, since those viewers generate the ratings that networks rely on. Other fans can establish their viewership by using the hashtag "#Fringe" on Twitter during the show.
"Fringe" airs on Fox Fridays at 9PM EST in the Philadelphia area. DC Entertainment has published two Fringe graphic novels, available at Philadelphia area comic book stores. To find a shop near you go to www.comicshoplocator.com. DC also publishes the digital exclusive comic, "Fringe: Beyond The Fringe," co-written by Joshua Jackson, available on Comixology. This is an in canon story, bridging the gap between Seasons 3 and 4.
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