L-word series finale theories

The society star natasha liu bordizzo joins the hollywood reporter in studio to discuss the future of helena and lukes relationship after the season one finale, fan theories and more. A sequel series to the criticallyacclaimed the l word is currently being developed by showtime. Lgbtq history was not made during sundays season one finale of showtimes the l word. Showtime did, however, commission a followup reality series called the real l word which ran from 201020. I started the seventy episode series over two years ago, right when i started grad school. A showtime series running for six seasons, from 2004 to 2009. Messy, passionate, bewildering, challenging, and, if one should be so lucky to. Showtime orders l word sequel series for late 2019 debut. The farm started shooting in december 2008, while the sixth and final season of the l word premiered in january 2009. The show has received a lot of praise for its brilliant storylines and its portrayal. Dreams come true and new life paths are forged for many of the series characters this year, but not without the the l words trademark provocative storylines, sizzling sexuality, and heartrending emotion. The l word sequel series being developed by showtime showtime confirmed this morning that the l word sequel will be going into production this summer, and premiere sometime in late 2019. In closing i would like to point out that the last word on and about the l word, the true series finale, is the special that aired with the last episode. House helped wilson with a risky dose of medication this week, as the two best pals bonded during what had to be the worst spring break of alltime.

The original version of the l word ran for six seasons on showtime, from 2004 until 2009. On the heels of a year highlighted by industry recognition and critical acclaim for its awardwinning original programming including weeds, huff and sleeper cell, showtime has ordered a fourth season of its hit drama series the l word. It was announced 12 months ago that the series was coming to an end so many viewers were expecting the series finale to be well. May 26, 2019 admittedly, while many fans called this shows finale one of the worst, others appreciate the openended nature of the conclusion, which spurred debates and theories that are discussed to this day. Creator ilene chaiken is currently awaiting word from showtime on whether or not l word spinoff the farm is a go. The l word rated as showtimes highest new show for the 20032004 u. It was announced 12 months ago that the series was coming to an end so many. But a series of bad decisions and heartbreaks later, finley comes to the conclusion that the only way she can grow in life is by resolving her past. Mar 04, 2010 the l word season 6 finale special part 1. We knew there was no way things would be tied up by the series finale, but we werent.

The series was always something of a guilty pleasure for queer and straight audiences alike, but the l word reboot shoulders a responsibility to. If you like the l word you might like similar tv shows lip service, south of nowhere, the real l word, united states of tara, sugar rush. The l word is an americancanadian coproduction television drama that aired on showtime from january 18, 2004 to march 8, 2009. Outside the united states, the series is distributed by mgm worldwide television. Four years after showtime made gay men the focus of its original series queer as folk, it was time for a little turnabout with the l word bad title, great show. The success of the l word, which began while queer as folk wrapped up its own cable series, is revered for ushering in a new era of positive lgbt visibility in television by centering realistic. Admittedly, some of the reasoning behind that came about because of the time of year, but the vast majority of that reasoning was because the finale was truly remarkable and demanded i take some time to reflect, and refresh myself on what these past five seasons have delivered.

The l word cast discusses jennys murder and that polarizing final season. Hank azaria on the series finale and saying goodbye to a dream. Mar 09, 2009 television has also had a long, illustrious tradition of frustrating and disappointing queer viewers. Watch the clip above, and catch the entire exclusive peopleentertainment weekly network. Following the series finale of the l word, showtime released a series of seven short videos depicting bette. Jul 11, 2017 a sequel series to the criticallyacclaimed the l word is currently being developed by showtime.

Jennifer jenny diane schecter is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the american showtime television drama series the l word, played by mia kirshner. The htgawm series finale ending answered so many burning questions. I think they really screwed the l word fans with the finale. Jun 16, 2009 yeah, showtime canceled the series that had alice in jail for the murder of jenny.

Executive producer ilene chaiken and the cast comment on different theories about jennys death on youtube. Like most of the six seasons of the l word, too much was not enough. These theories about hannahs death on htgawm show everyone is a suspect. L word loved the characters, loathed the story lines later, ilene. Unresolved romances and a longsimmering film project finally bear fruit in the sixth season of the l word. Jun 16, 2017 the l word cast discusses jennys murder and that polarizing final season. These two traditions collided last night on the l word, which ended its sixseason run with a finale last word that left most viewers somewhere between disappointed and outraged, as we captured during our liveblog of the episode. Homeland season 8 episode 12, prisoners of war showtime. The society star natasha liu bordizzo debunks fan theories. The l word depicts lesbian relationships much like straight relationships. Were sorry but jwapp doesnt work properly without javascript enabled.

Before airing the show, creator ilene chaiken denied reports of socialite paris hilton guest starring on an interview on. The l word is an americancanadian coproduction television drama that aired on showtime. Created by michele abbott, ilene chaiken, kathy greenberg. Admittedly, while many fans called this shows finale one of the worst, others appreciate the openended nature of the conclusion, which spurred debates and theories that are. She was the person that found jenny, and she was the only one that said jenny had been murdered in the online interrogation tapes. When youre working on something so complicated, like westworld, when your creator has a brain thats 10 times the size of yours, its so helpful, simpson said of writer lisa joy. Jenny debuted onscreen during the pilot episode and remained until the series final episode. The shows first season was broadcast to critical acclaim and instant popularity. How the l word revival can atone for the sins of the l word. Yeah, showtime canceled the series that had alice in jail for the murder of jenny. The series follows an ensemble cast of friends who live in west hollywood, california. The show originally ran on showtime tv network from 2004 to 2009, and subsequently in syndication on logo and through ondemand services.

I started the seventy episode series over two years ago, right when i. Here we truly are leaving the series on a high note while looking back on the past six years. And the main cast member has long been known to be leisha hailey, who plays alice on. Dreams come true and new life paths are forged for many of the series characters this year, but not without the the l words trademark provocative storylines, sizzling sexuality, and.

However, the series was facing competition with cbs own shows, ncis and csi. With jennifer beals, leisha hailey, laurel holloman, mia kirshner. The original sixyear run ended with the series finales airing on march 8, 2009. Messy, passionate, bewildering, challenging, and, if one should be so lucky to find a stable, solid one, ultimately fulfilling. Jan 31, 2019 showtime did, however, commission a followup reality series called the real l word which ran from 201020. Evan rachel wood dating katherine moennig, the l word and ray donovan star duration. The l word project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Jun 25, 2018 when youre working on something so complicated, like westworld, when your creator has a brain thats 10 times the size of yours, its so helpful, simpson said of writer lisa joy. Indeed, each episode in the final season teases different characters motives to murder the protagonist and believe us. Its a question that haunted us all after watching showtimes hit series l word. Fox series officially renewed through 202021 season the office. The show has now received a sequel series, entitled the l word. The original series was created by chief showrunner ilene chaiken, as a narrative exploration of a core group of lesbians and their friends, families, and lovers living in west hollywood.

The l word sequel series, generation q, finally revealed the answer to the original series finale cliffhanger from 10 years ago. These htgawm series finale theories may explain annalise. Tv guide sat down with the cast and creators of showtimes the l word. Producers and writers of the l word took viewers opinions regarding the final seasons episodes. The season premiere of the fourth season, legend in the making, first aired on january 7, 2007. With a sixth season that much of the cast wishes didnt exist and a series finale that infuriated viewers, the conclusion of the l word did not bring much closure. The finale of the series that has alternately kept on the edge of our seats, swear in despair, rush to the nearest bar to get a drink at the end of episodes only to wait for the next season to begin, cry, laugh and generally provide a good fodder for gossip and some good oldfashioned bitchfest. Last night, the l word finished its six year run on showtime. Nbc cast reunites to recreate wedding dance for zoom wedding bobs burgers. The l word sequel series in the works at showtime paste. There are a lot of unresolved issues that we are yet to be told about issues finley has with her sexuality and. Jul 12, 2017 the series was always something of a guilty pleasure for queer and straight audiences alike, but the l word reboot shoulders a responsibility to portray members of the lgbtq community with respect. Sources tell variety that showtime is developing a sequel series to the show that aired from 2004 to 2009.

The premise originated with ilene chaiken, michele abbot and kathy. Television has also had a long, illustrious tradition of frustrating and disappointing queer viewers. Jan 30, 2020 when finley started the season 1 of the l word. Generation q arienne mandi, rosanny zayas and ilene chaiken, kate moennig, leisha hailey, jennifer beals, leo sheng.

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