'Chase,' 'The Defenders,' 'Family' will stick around

Kelli Giddish, right, stars in "Chase." It has been picked up for the full season.

Vivian Zink, NBC

Summary

Q: I've started recording new shows on the DVR and letting them sit there before watching in case they end up getting quickly canceled. Rather not waste my time getting into a show with the trigger-happy networks not giving most shows a chance.

That said, any idea what the ratings look like for "Chase," "The Defenders" and "No Ordinary Family"? Is it OK to start actually watching them? I'm curious, too ... what new shows are doing well in the ratings?

— Mike

A: This is a great question because it reveals the frustration viewers have with TV and the lengths to which they will go to protect themselves from disappointment.

Overall, nothing has really broken out to be a hit. "Hawaii Five-0" is probably faring best, but no show has gotten the kind of buzzy reaction networks hope to achieve (think: "Glee").

Of the programs Mike asked about, ABC's "No Ordinary Family" received a full first-season pickup. CBS' "The Defenders" also got the green light for a complete first season. I didn't think "Chase" was long for this world but ...

NBC handed out full first-season orders to "Chase," "The Event," Law & Order: Los Angeles" and "Outsourced." Fox previously did the same for "Raising Hope." So those shows will stick around for the bulk of the 2010-11 TV season.

Q: "The Sopranos" was somewhat spoiled for me due to Tony's spoiled, whiny family and boring psychiatrist. However, I really like "Boardwalk Empire" and hope it will be around for quite a while. Nucky is an impressive character.

— Don

A: You're in luck: HBO renewed "Boardwalk Empire" for a second season two days after its premiere.

Q: I have been waiting for the new season of "Human Target." Has it been canceled? I really liked that show. What's the scoop?

— Rosalind

A: Not canceled, just delayed. When "Lone Star" failed so fast, Fox had to rethink its plans and moved "Human Target" to a Nov. 17 premiere.

Q: Do you know why CBS isn't supporting "Mike & Molly"? They only have two episodes on their website to watch and the show isn't on FIOS On Demand.

— Mel

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