News broke that Scott Foley of 'The Unit,' which was axed last May, will guest on an upcoming episode of 'Law & Order: SVU.'It's a shame, though, that Foley isn't moving to a new show full-time, because we think he deserves another chance.
That got us thinking: What are some other TV stars in need of a comeback?
We took a look at some of the best canceled shows from last season ('Privileged!' 'Pushing Daisies!') and selected six stars we'd love to see land on new series. Check out our picks below.
Joanna GarciaWe're still trying to figure out why the CW canceled 'Privileged,' an underrated dramedy that had all the ingredients to make Joanna Garcia TV's next "It' girl. On the plus side: She's since been offered her a multi-episode gig on 'Gossip Girl,' where she'll play Nate's (Chace Crawford) conservative new girlfriend, Bree Buckley.
Victor GarberHe can act! He can sing! -- so well, in fact, that we're starting to wonder if there's anything Victor Garber can't do. So why do shows keep casting him in supporting roles?
Kristin ChenowethHer 2001 sitcom, 'Kristin,' was a bomb (NBC canceled it after just one season). But we've also seen what good things Chenoweth can do when paired with the right material. Case in point: Her lovable performance as Olive on ABC's 'Pushing Daisies,' which just earned her a second Emmy nomination.
Ian McShaneAfter all of the excellent -- and Emmy-nominated -- work he did on HBO's 'Deadwood,' McShane is entitled to a better platform than 'Kings,' a show that was never given much of a fighting chance to begin with (its final episodes faded quietly over the summer). It's enough to bring out the Al Swearengen in all of us.
Amber TamblynYes, she has two strikes against her already ('Joan of Arcadia' and 'The Unusuals'). But we're willing to risk a third on this talented 26-year-old so long as she can find a show to match her natural on-screen charisma.
Wentworth MillerThe demise of 'Prison Break' wasn't entirely Miller's fault (it was one-season concept to begin with). So, we'll give him the benefit of the doubt. Just no more tattoo puzzles, please.
Tell us: Which TV stars would you love to see get their own show?
Reader Comments (29)
Emma at 7:18PM on Aug 13th 2009
Wentworth should get his own show. He was just great in all of Prison Break, even though I miss the show, I miss him more :( And for that reason give him his own show. And also someones not on the list who I think should be on the list. And thats Sarah Wayne Callies, she did an outstanding job in the the last ep of season 4 and The finel break. :P
Lee at 12:19AM on Aug 14th 2009
Wentworth should get his own show. We watch Prison Break just because of him. He is an attractive actor. And it is the same reason for us watching law and order svu,23/9. Therefore strongly believe that Wentworth should get his own show.
Sandra at 11:49PM on Aug 13th 2009
Wentworth Miller, no doubt, should get his own show! Excellent actor! Versatile can act in dramas and comedies. He is elegant, charming, romantic and sweet. I watched their performance in Popular, Buffy, Ghost Whisperer, The Human Stain, PB. Amazing, magnificent. I want to watch L & O SVU just because he is in the show.
Nietta at 2:56AM on Aug 14th 2009
Wentworth Miller, no doubt, should get his own show! He is an excellent actor! Intense, elegant and versatile. I hope to see you soon. I will watch the first episode of L&O SVU at september, just because he is in the show.
HK fans at 4:35AM on Aug 14th 2009
Wentworth is our choice. He performed Michael excellently well. We all miss him so much. He definitely should get his own show. We want to see his acting always.
Ana at 8:50AM on Aug 14th 2009
I agree, Wentworth should get his own show. He was just great in all of Prison Break, even though I miss the show, I miss him more.
I will watch the first episode of L&O SVU at september, just because he is in the show.
kara at 10:29AM on Aug 14th 2009
Wentworth no doubt. He is the only reason I watched Prison break. People get drawn into his personality - There is no other like him. His acting is great. Simply love him , always.
Licona at 1:11PM on Aug 14th 2009
First: the decription of Prison Break above is crap. Prison Break was a great show.
Second: to mention Miller's no-fault smells like - well, meaning exactly the contrary. Wrong.
Wentworth is a leading man (seriously!), an eye catcher and deserves the chance for a challenge. Test him! We will watch him.
Thor at 11:53AM on Aug 14th 2009
Wentworth is the man. He gets on peoples minds because of his looks, voice and his whole appearance. Whatever show he will be in there will always be both men & women who will support him no matter what.He can do both, comedy or drama.
Margaret at 3:30PM on Aug 14th 2009
Skeet Ulrich and Bill Campbell need new shows.