Writers Strike is on

The writers strike is underway in the US and will have an impact on your favourite shows. Chat shows like the Daily Show, David Letterman and Jay Leno are likely to come off air immediately. But if the strike goes on, scripted drama will also be hit. The creators of Heroes have prepared to wrap the second series on December 3rd if necessary, meaning season 2 will have only 11 episodes. Lost has only 8 of its 16 episodes ready, SKY One is due to air the show in February along with 24 which has only completed 8 or 9 of its 24 shows, meaning they will probably have to shelve it for a while. Loads of other top shows are in similar positions which is likely to have impact on the UK Winter schedules.

In other news FX have picked up Rescue Me for a mighty 22 episodes. Previous seasons have had only 13 shows in them. Additionally Showtime have ordered a fourth season of Weeds. There are seasons of both shows yet to be screened in the UK by Sky One.