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Zachary Levi, Yvonne Strahovski, Adam Baldwin, Joshua Gomez, Sarah Lancaster, Ryan McPartlin
'Chuck': Poster, Sneak Peek and Premiere Date of Season 3
November 20, 2009 10:11:57Good news comes in three for "Chuck" fans. Beside the announcement that the show will return earlier than the initial schedule, NBC has also unleashed a sneak peek and a poster to the third season. These triple treats add to the excitement that the show has been expanded from 13 to 19 episodes.
"Chuck" which was almost canceled after the second season will return on Sunday, January 10 instead of March like the Peacock has planned previously. Even better, fans will be given two back-to-back episodes on the premiere. After that "Chuck" will be moved to its regular slot on Mondays at 8/7c starting right on January 11. In other words, it would be a two-night and three-hour premiere in January. However, "Chuck" will be pre-empted for the Olympics on February 15 and 22.
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'Chuck' On the Set: Zachary Levi Directing, Kristin Kreuk Visiting
October 31, 2009 01:10:32Good news comes in two for "Chuck" superfans. After NBC has confirmed that it is adding six more episodes to the order, Zachary Levi who plays the titular character posted an on-set picture that reveals him as a director.
"On the set directing my first episode of television. Guess which show it is. :)," the actor teased on his Twitter post. Words about him directing an episode have actually circulated two weeks ago with the rumor that the episode he will be directing is called "Chuck Versus the Beard" aka the ninth episode of the third season.
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'Chuck' May Come in January 2010
October 29, 2009 02:10:06"Chuck" die-hard fans' dream is coming together as NBC put down the order for more episodes in season 3. The Peacock has increased the number by six episodes from the initial 13 to 19. Now that it has been expanded, there is bigger chance that it will be put in January 2010 premiere.
The good news came with a bad one especially for the fans of new drama "Trauma". NBC will not extend the medical series beyond the 13 episodes order. The show indeed had been struggling with rating since its debut episode in September, being a not-so-stellar follow up to "Heroes" on Mondays.
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'Chuck' May Come Back Earlier Than March 2010
October 10, 2009 09:10:14There's a good end coming out of "Southland" cancellation after all. Since the show will be out of the schedule on Fridays, there is a chance that another show will be bumped to complete NBC's line-up this season. One show which EW mentioned is the fan favorite "Chuck".
The comedy starring Zachary Levi and Yvonne Strahovski in fact had gone into production in August although NBC put it for March 2010 premiere. "We will be ready to come back whenever we're asked to come back," actor Vik Sahay said in June. At least four episodes have been completed and NBC insiders who have seen them said that this is the best season yet.
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'Chuck' Gets Kristin Kreuk as Potential Love Interest
September 03, 2009 10:09:40Kristin Kreuk has been cast to be a potential love interest for Chuck when the show returns early next year. This would be the actress' first major TV gig since she leaves her role as Lana Lang on "Smallville".
Featured in multiple episodes, Kreuk's Hannah meets Chuck on a flight to Paris, EW reported. From there the relationship blossoms into something more, as an insider put it "Chuck and Hannah definitely have feelings for each other." Turns out Hannah falls out of her job in a publishing company and would end up working at the Buy More.
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Brandon Routh May Steal Sarah From 'Chuck'
August 28, 2009 10:08:40Although struggling with budget issue, "Chuck" manages to bring in the superman. Brandon Routh, the actor who portrayed the man of steel in "Superman Returns", is getting a guest starring role as a character named Daniel Shaw aka the new spy joining Chuck, Sarah and Casey. He will be featured in a multi-episode arc beginning the fourth episode.
Creator Chris Fedak has more to say about the character although he remains coy on how exactly Shaw will contribute to the whole story. "This year the evil organization Chuck and our gang are battling is called The Ring," he says, "and Shaw is an expert on The Ring."
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'Chuck' Won't Return Until March 2010, at the Earliest
August 06, 2009 11:08:19NBC held its Television Critics Association press tour on Wednesday, August 5 and revealed that they stick to their initial plan of having "Chuck" after 2010 Olympics. The cast and producers were previously hoping that they could come back to screen earlier than that because they are set to start the production this month.
At the presentation, NBC Entertainment President Angela Bromstad said, "Three or four scripts [are] in, [and] the show is on a great track creatively. But right now, it's not scheduled to come on until March." The late start could cost the show a long season because by the time it reaches above the 13th episode, it would be summer already. People tend to go outside during the season rather than sitting in front of TV.
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The Classic 'Chuck' Poster at San Diego Comic Con
July 25, 2009 10:07:57"Chuck" has generated buzz even before its panel at this year's San Diego Comic Con panel is held. The series about nerd spy has released a poster to be unveiled at the convention Saturday, July 25. It pays homage to the '70s movies with the hand-drawn arts displaying the key characters and the Nerd Herd car smashing through glass.
The panel for "Chuck" will be conducted in the coveted room, Ballroom 20, starting 10 A.M. Guests expected to come are the two lead actors, Zachary Levi and Yvonne Strahovski as well as creator Josh Schwartz. They are expected to explain about the webseries plan which Schwartz spilled previously.
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'Chuck' Production of Season 3 Starts in August
June 13, 2009 02:06:42In the same tone to Chris Fedak's statement that "Chuck" may be released earlier than scheduled, Lester's depicter Vik Sahay confirmed that despite being put in midseason 2010, the cast and the crew will be back working as early as this August. "We will be ready to come back whenever we're asked to come back," Sahay said in an interview with TVGuide. "And that's good to know."
Not only that, Sahay also shared another good news when he said that the order NBC put may extend beyond 13 episodes if the third season continually shows a strong rating. "That's the hope," Sahay crossed his finger. "(NBC boss Ben Silverman) said he'll push us into the summer with a back nine (order), so we're planning on making the shows that good."
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Creator to Release 'Chuck' Webseries Before Season 3
May 30, 2009 10:05:20NBC had extended the life of "Chuck" for at least one more season but the network decided to save it for midseason 2010. To bridge the gap and keep people excited about the show, creator and executive producer of the comedy series, Chris Fedak, said that they are trying to create a webseries.
"We're talking to NBC now about what is going to be the super-clever idea to kind of bridge that time," Fedak told Sci Fi Wire. "It is going to be something on the Internet to keep fan awareness alive and remind people about the show."
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'Chuck' Officially Renewed for Season 3
May 18, 2009 09:05:24The wait is over, "Chuck" is officially renewed. A day before the formal presentation regarding the Fall schedule, NBC has announced that there will be a third season of the action comedy starring Zachary Levi. The network is expected to make the official announcement on Tuesday, May 19.
However, due to the mediocre rating that it received during the second season, NBC only orders 13 episodes to cut some budget. Also, two staff writers reportedly will be let go and some supporting cast will get reduced time of appearance during the season. Worse, according to EW, a regular actor will be dismissed permanently.
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Josh Schwartz Has Prepared for 'Chuck' Season 3
April 29, 2009 02:04:56"Chuck" may remain in bubble but the people behind the series are more than ready to develop the third season. Creator Josh Schwartz talked to TV Guide in an interview, revealing that they have in mind, a big story arc that involves also the chemistry of Chuck and Sarah should the show get renewed.
"The most immediate way it impacts them is they can only be together if he is not the asset," Schwartz explained the dynamic of Chuck and Sarah. "That's why they were able to move their relationship forward in the penultimate episode, because the Intersect was out of his head, and she was no longer going to need to protect him."
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Cast of 'Chuck' Speaking of the 2nd Season Finale
April 25, 2009 02:04:54On Monday, April 27, "Chuck" will close its second season with "Chuck Versus the Ring". The episode which is surrounding the wedding of Chuck's sister Ellie and Captain Awesome, has been given a behind-the-scene clip called 'A Chuck-Style Wedding'.
Speaking of what happen with the wedding, Sarah Lancaster who plays Ellie said, "This is definitely Ellie's dream wedding but not without a few bumps and hitches along the way, like most weddings right? It's a Chuck-style wedding. Stuff happens." Zachary Levi aka Chuck added, "On top of that we have these incredible players to come and help us dive into all this new mystery and myths. In Scott Bakula and Chevy Chase."
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Fresh Clips From Season Finale of 'Chuck'
April 23, 2009 01:04:24"Chuck" is drawing near to its season finale and the show's third season is till hanging on a balance. Some scenes from "Chuck Versus the Ring", which could as well be the last one of Chuck's adventure should it get canceled by NBC, are available through the clips released below.
When Ellie and Awesome's wedding day finally arrives, Chuck must save Ellie's life and her big day from being ruined by Ted Roark (guest star Chevy Chase) and Fulcrum. The clips give some momentum scenes including when Chuck quits Buy More, Chuck released from the government, Roark threatens Chuck, and the wedding reception itself.
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Preview of 'Chuck' 2.21: Chuck and Sarah Making Out
April 14, 2009 02:04:45On April 20, "Chuck" will be back for its 21st episode in the second season and this could be the episode fans have been waiting for. Apart from his mission to save his dad, Chuck will have a make out session with Sarah as teased by its preview.
In "Chuck Versus the Colonel", Chuck and Sarah go AWOL to rescue Chuck's father Steve and they discover spending time together without any surveillance allows for uncharted chemistry. As the two get closer, Casey zeroes in on their hidden location. Morgan becomes the pariah of the Buy More after mistakenly getting Emmett promoted.
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Preview of 'Chuck' 2.19: Chuck's Father Is in Town
April 04, 2009 02:04:18For the first time, the extended family of "Chuck" is exposed. Scott Bakula stars as Steve Bartowski, the long-lost father who gave up on Chuck and Ellie few years back but is now asked to return to walk Ellie down the aisle.
A twist of fate come when Chuck nails his dream job at Ted Roark's (guest star Chevy Chase) company. Steve unfortunately has a bitter history with Ted. They used to work together but Steve claimed that Ted had stolen all of his ideas.
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'Chuck' 2.18 Preview: Tricia Helfer Guest Stars as Sexy Agent
March 24, 2009 02:03:11When love collides with work, it can be quite messy. In the next episode of "Chuck", as Chuck is expressing his feelings about his complicated relationship with Sarah, a sexy but heartless female agent is brought in to replace Sarah.
Alex Forrest, is sent to evaluate Sarah's performance as Chuck's handler. This has put Sarah's job in jeopardy that causes the sudden departure of Sarah. Meanwhile, Morgan, Jeff and Lester try to weasel their way into getting invited to Awesome's bachelor party.
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'Chuck' Gets a Visit From Sports Illustrated Models, the Sneak Peeks
February 25, 2009 09:02:23"Chuck" will get a visit from three Sports Illustrated swimsuit models including Brooklyn Decker, in its episode called "Chuck Vs. the Beefcake", airing March 2. Each of the models will be in for an interview with Jeff and Lester to be the new "green shirt". Four clips from the episode have been released as sneak peeks.
Jeff and Lester talk their way into hiring the new Buy More employee but decide to search for the "Buy More Babe." Meanwhile, Morgan deals with his mother's relationship with Big Mike by crashing at Chuck's apartment much to Ellie and Awesome's chagrin.
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Preview of 'Chuck' 2.14: Chuck Versus the Best Friend
February 17, 2009 04:02:11Chuck will do anything for his best friend and when Morgan approaches him to spy on Anna, he gives in. In "Chuck", the Triad must be convinced that Morgan is not a threat, just a loser stalking Anna and it will be a duty for Chuck.
As a consequence, Morgan, not knowing how close to death he just came is hurt by Chuck's actions. Chuck, along with Sarah and Casey, is sent to discover his connection to a dangerous gang. Meanwhile, Jeff and Lester try to convince Ellie and Devon aka Awesome to hire their band Jeffster! for the wedding.
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Clips and Behind the Scene of 'Chuck' 2.13: Chuck Versus the Suburbs
February 10, 2009 04:02:59The upcoming episode of "Chuck" will be visited by two guest stars, Jenny McCarthy and Andy Ritcher. Preempted from the February 9 episode, "Chuck Versus the Suburbs" will air next Monday, February 16. Clips from the episode have been released along with a behind-the-scene.
Chuck and Sarah's latest assignment forces them to pose as a happily married couple living in the suburbs. They meet some interesting characters including Brad, a cheerful next-door neighbor in the stationary business, and Sylvia, a seductive and attractive woman who lives across the street and has her eye on Chuck.
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Video: Cast Speaking of 'Chuck' Special 3-D Episode
January 26, 2009 08:01:05A special edition of "Chuck" will be broadcast on February 2, and an introduction from the cast of what's so special about it has been released. Zachary Levi and Yvonne Strahovski express their enthusiasm of the first 3D episode of the series, and so does guest star Dominic Monaghan who plays a rock star.
Creator Josh Schwartz said, "The technology is pretty amazing, and the stuff we were able to shoot - all the mind flashes are going to be in 3D and the opening credits, as well as the action set pieces." He added that there could be scenes of Sarah scantily clad and Mike eating a donut, all in 3D.
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Five Clips of 'Chuck' 2.12: Chuck Versus the Third Dimension
January 20, 2009 09:01:47Five clips for the next episode of "Chuck" is compiled to a single player. In "Chuck Versus the Third Dimension", Chuck is on duty to protect an international rock star Tyler Martin (guest star Dominic Monaghan) from a kidnapping and death trap.
An artist with an attitude, Tyler refuses to stay put and convinces Chuck to go out with him to the town that only leads to a night of trouble. Meanwhile, Morgan wins a pair of backstage passes to Tyler's show and holds a contest among his fellow employees, including Big Mike's old football friend Jimmy, to see who gets to be his lucky plus one.
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Two New Clips and Preview of 'Chuck' 2.09: Chuck Versus the Sensei
November 27, 2008 01:11:37Sneak peek to "Chuck" episode 2.09 has been revealed through two new clips and a preview below. In the first clip, Chuck Bartowski is being invited to Devon Woodcomb's parents' house in order to make an acquittance with Devon's parents, Honey and Woody, as Devon and Ellie Bartowski, Chuck's sister, are preparing for their wedding.
The second clip features how Devon's parents are being too much involved in the arrangement of the wedding ceremony. In front of Devon, Ellie seems to be enjoying Honey and Woody's involvement, though actually she is extremely annoyed by the situation. The scene shown is set in a big store where Ellie scans for her wedding presents with her future in-laws.
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Tricia Helfer to Be Chuck's Possible New Love Interest
November 24, 2008 10:11:13Charles Irving Bartowski also known as Chuck may find a new lover in a "Battlestar Galactica" star. Reliable sources have informed E! Online that Tricia Helfer will get her debut appearance on "Chuck" as the titular character's new love interest.
Further information given by "Chuck" creator and executive producer, Josh Schwartz, states that Helfer will guest star for only one episode, episode 2.18, this season. He details Helfer is to play a special agent named Alex Forrest, Chuck's new partner and future love.
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Jenny McCarthy and Andy Richter to Guest Star on 'Chuck'
November 01, 2008 01:11:44NBC's action comedy series,"Chuck", will have two additional guest stars to complete its second season. It has been revealed exclusively by E! Online that Jenny McCarthy and Andy Richter will make an appearance in the series for one episode only.
The episode where both stars will be featured is entitled "Chuck Versus the Suburbs", airing in February. The clue of McCarthy and Richter's roles in "Suburbs" episode might have some correlation with two main characters of the show, Chuck (Zachary Levi) and agent Sarah Walker (Yvonne Strahovski).
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Preview of 'Chuck' 2.06: Chuck Versus the Ex
October 28, 2008 01:10:19Chuck, in the middle of his mission bumps into an old flame who dumped him and broke his heart. In the new episode of "Chuck", Chuck's ex-girlfriend Jill appeared while he was on a Nerd Herd call. In an attempt to save face, he lies to the girl and tells her that he is more successful than he really is.
When Chuck flashes on Jill's boss, a research scientist who may have developed a deadly bio-weapon, he, Sarah and Casey must find out if Jill is involved. Meanwhile at the Buy More, Big Mike nearly chokes to death, which leads company efficiency expert Emmett to implement a mandatory CPR course taught by Captain Awesome.
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Dominic Monaghan Guest Stars on 'Chuck'
October 23, 2008 11:10:21"Lord of the Rings" actor, Dominic Monaghan, has signed a deal to be a guest star on NBC's "Chuck". He will play as the character of Tyler Martin for only a half episode on February 2, 2009.
Monaghan confessed that he is very grateful to work on the series which he said in an interview with EW's Ausiello, "I wanted to work with Josh Schwartz ('Chuck's creator). I've been wanting to be in business with him for a long time. He's a big fan of TV and gives it a lot of respect. It's the same reason I wanted to work on 'Lost'."
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Sneak Peek to Nicole Richie in 'Chuck' 2.04: Chuck Vs. The Cougars
October 11, 2008 01:10:58The part where Nicole Richie is guest starring in detective comedy "Chuck" has been previewed through several new clips outed. Richie is starring as Heather Chandler, a high school bully who has a bitter past with Sarah and turns out related to the case Chuck is investigating.
Through the presence of Heather, Chuck learns more things about Sarah's past such as her insecurities as a teenager. Sarah, trying mightily to avoid Heather, has to encounter her once again when the mission brings them back to their high school. Heather's nerdy husband Mark (Ben Savage) turns out to be a key player in a new mission, and the agents have to stop the sale of potentially dangerous super-bomber plans. Yet, all the action ends with the ultimate cat fight.
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Sneak Peeking to 'Chuck' 2.02: Chuck vs the Seduction
October 01, 2008 11:10:34Following season 2 premiere of "Chuck" on Monday, September 29, NBC have previewed the next episode of the action comedy show and the video promo is now available for fans' enjoyment. Revealing the guest-starring of Emmy Award winner John Larroquette as the charming spy Roan Montgomery, the snippet let out that Chuck will be getting a lesson in love and that he has to flirt for the success of his new mission.
In the new episode entitled "Chuck Versus The Seduction", the twenty-something computer expert-turned-government asset is faced with the fact that he has to go undercover and seduce a woman named Sasha in order to steal the Cipher back. Under the guidance of his new mentor, former spy Roan Montgomery, he gets the Cipher. Still, his effort seems to be useless as Sarah and Casey are held hostage by Sasha.
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Video Promo of NBC's Prime Time Monday
September 08, 2008 02:09:09Warming up to the season premieres of their new prime time line-up, NBC have let out a brand new promotional video. The compilation of footages introduce the network's three prime television series, "Chuck", "Heroes" and "My Own Worst Enemy", which will be aired one after the others every Monday night starting mid-September.
Those three television series won't exactly kick off on the same date and they will start different seasons. "Chuck", which is set to be broadcast on 8:00 P.M., will be entering its second season on September 29, while the third season of "Heroes" will be debuted at 9:00 P.M. on September 22. Additionally, "Worst Enemy" is going to the small screen for the first time on October 13, taking the 10:00 P.M. slot.
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