This past week, two of the TV industry’s trusted websites offered reviews on the new CW dramedy, Life UneXpected.  And?  “Quite possibly the most unexpected new treat of the season,” says TVaddict.com.  “Not only a new kind of family, but a welcome one,” referring to a 15-year-old foster child reuniting with her immature birth parents—who haven’t seen each other since their one night stand in high school.  “Consider this series a lock for a slot on (our) coveted ‘can’t miss’ list.”  The Futon Critic goes further, praising the first episode as “old school WB in the best possible way.  ‘Life’ may be both the sappiest and smartest show to come out of The CW to date.  It all begins with the collective awesomeness that is Britt Robertson, Kristoffer Polaha, Shiri Appleby and Kerr Smith.  Effortlessly charming, stunningly empathetic and an all-around joy to watch…it’s a surprisingly poignant tale about love and forgiveness, a wonderfully adult take on your typical quarterlife crisis.”  The extended trailer became an instant favorite among WBNX staff members, as well.  Gilmore Girls-meets-Juno is how the network summarizes the story—the first 2009 pilot ordered by The CW.  Took awhile for the title to evolve, from Light Years to LUX to Parental Discretion Advised and, finally, Life UneXpected.  But from all accounts, this is one family show that’ll live up to its name.

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