From coast to coast, the reviews are in—and critics are raving about The CW’s new fall lineup, the network strategy, and individual shows. Here’s a small sampling:
- “Most on-target development: The CW. A cohesive lineup of culturally-relevant shows engages viewers on myriad platforms.” - Broadcasting & Cable
- “The theme of the campaign (TV to Talk About) reflects how successful CW executives have been in scheduling series that generate some of the most pervasive buzz for any new primetime shows.” - NY Times
- “CW has transformed its primetime lineup into one sleek body of fantasy soaps.” - Washington Post
- “Melrose Place looks like high-gloss, over-the-top trashy fun; and vampires, especially cute ones (Ian Somerhalder, pictured), are hot right now with the network’s target audience.” - TV Guide
- “For fans of the departed WB, there is a show coming that’s reminiscent of that netlet: The Vampire Diaries.” - USA Today
- “The Beautiful Life: The return of Mischa Barton and a backstage pass to the scandalous world of modeling…beautiful indeed.” - TV Addict
- “Parental Discretion Advised feels reminiscent of the WB hit Gilmore Girls.” - MediaWeek
- “Melrose was an instant favorite before a page was written.” - Hollywood Reporter
- “The TV show I can’t miss: Gossip Girl. It’s the next generation of Sex and the City. The cast is beautifully vapid. Love it!” - Life & Style Weekly


