Deseret News | Let's bid 'Eli Stone' a fond farewell

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Scott D. Pierce: Let's bid 'Eli Stone' a fond farewell

Big Eli fan | 1:06 a.m. July 10, 2009

I will sorely miss Eli Stone. I loved it's kookiness, it's brightness, it's depth, it's lightheartedness, and it's heart. Johnny Lee Miller was a charismatic and wonderful lead, and the supporting cast was strong. This last episode will be very bittersweet.

Kudos to you, Scott Pierce, for taking time to praise this show, even though it's getting the axe (something I've seen you do before).

Goodbye Eli! You will be missed!

Big Time Eli Fan | 11:25 p.m. July 10, 2009

Scott, Thanks for calling attention to this very rare, special show. I too will miss the great feeling I got at the end of every show. It's just sad that ABC didn't see its potential. I will be watching every minute tomorrow night to see how the writers "wrap" things up.

954music | 9:18 p.m. July 11, 2009

Had the first season been on Hulu, I think that it may have survived. It's the kind of show that people need and deserve to have more access to. The Network should have watched and learned. This show should be produced pro bono.

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deegs | 10:09 p.m. July 11, 2009

I will miss Eli Stone. It was one of the few shows on TV that showed people (lawyers, no less) doing the right thing because it was the right thing to do..........not because it was easy. Exceptional. Funny. Sincere. Sweet. Love it!

Natalie | 11:47 p.m. July 11, 2009

Eli Stone will be missed. Eli Stone was a very rare character in today’s tv landscape. He dealt with the tough issues of autism and multiple scelerosis. Eli fought to be heard against big ugly corporations that tried to turn a profit over the needs of the little guy. Eli was a character who yearned to connect with people, yet who felt disconnected because of his visions and aneurysm. Eli Stone sacrificed for others. No one else but Jonny Lee Miller could have played Eli Stone with such heart. Miller breathed life into Eli and for that we now can only savor his acting ability, the storylines through DVD to be never more.

XFactordx | 5:00 a.m. July 12, 2009

Eli Stone and Pushing Daisies were light among darkness in the world of TV. They were magical and brought so much to the imagination. So much happiness and emotion, all rolled up into one. Great writing, great acting, couldn't ask for anything more from a TV series. Both shows deserve to live on and should be picked up by another network, one that hasn't gone cold and turned to reality TV. I must say though that I'm impressed ABC released the final episodes of both series, so I thank them for that.

Anonymous | 9:13 a.m. July 12, 2009

Don't cancel Eli Stone. I love this show

goldenduffer | 12:21 p.m. July 12, 2009

Major disappointment that Eli Stone is coming to an end. Great show with great messages. Thought provoking and it's better than the reality shows. ABC needs to rethink their decision or have one of the cable stations pick it up (e.g., USA, TNT, AMC).

Solar Goddess | 1:11 p.m. July 12, 2009

It's a sad look into the mirror of the collective consciousness when a profound show like Eli Stone is cancelled. How disappointing! This will change in the future when there are enough of us who are waking up to make it profitable to keep progams that expand consciousness on the air! I salute the creators of this series for their contribution!

Anonymous | 2:09 p.m. July 12, 2009

Here was a great show, with great characters and an interesting story line,and a production crew that cared, and its removed. Now the only thing to watch is Greys Anatomy and their selfcenter writers and producers who think they can twist story lines to fantasy and back and feel viewers HAVE to love anything that is thrown at them. Remove Greys and keep Eli.

JP | 4:42 p.m. July 12, 2009

Eli Stone was a quality show and they let it go. Yet, ABC kept a stupid show like Scrubs. The core cast of Scrubs has left the show and from what I understand its not like anyones watching it.

Anonymous | 5:38 p.m. July 12, 2009

Eli Stone was such a refreshing change from the typical shows that are on. It's really too bad that ABC didn't have a little more patience especially since the season was broken up by the writer's strike, just as the show was gaining some momentum. I'm going to miss it, and can guarantee you I'm not watching WIPE OUT or the other reality shows that ABC is programming to replace it. It's no wonder viewers are turning to cable. I think that's where you'll find me, especially if someone else picks up Eli Stone. I enjoyed this quirky show.

AJ | 9:20 p.m. July 12, 2009

I was just watching the 'Series Finale' on my DVR. I guess cartoon kids that curse out their folks and shows that help people escape their own realities are what sell.

Eli Stone Fan | 10:33 p.m. July 12, 2009

I hope another network picks up Eli Stone because I think it is one of the best shows on any channel and I can get over 250 channels on my satellite. I never miss watching the Eli Stone show. It is so refreshing to watch a show that isn't filled with cuss words and violence and sex like most shows are on all the channels.
ABC needs to reconsider their decision and listen to what their viewers want. I'm so sick of the shows the networks try to cram down our throats....if I can't have a decent show like Eli Stone to watch, I will just turn my tv off and read a good book.

Big Fan | 10:25 a.m. July 13, 2009

I will miss Eli Stone allot. This show is fantastic.
I really hope ABC see's all of the fan sites and comments made about the show and maybe then they will bring it back. Sorry ABC you missed the boat on this one. NBC, CBS?? Someone :-)

This show will truly be missed by many.

teacher | 11:55 a.m. July 13, 2009

I have followed this show since the first episode. I know it is the best show on TV today. It has lifted my mood many times and actually brought me back to watching network TV. Shame on the executives who let this gem go. No reason to watch the big networks anymore. Guess it is back to cable. Thank God I still have the Tudors for one more season.

Anonymous | 8:11 a.m. July 14, 2009

ABC continuosly cancels its good, quality shows but retains its brain cell numbing, ridiculous sitcoms and reality shows. The Superstars? Better Off Ted? Any of the Bachelor or Bachelorette shows? Wipeout? I survived a Japanese Game Show? The list goes on and on. I find it hard to believe that the ratings for these stupid shows are higher than Stone. I want to know who their market is? Could it be possible that they do not have clue? Maybe that's why it is the lowest rated television station. This is a reminder why people have cable. Thanks ABC for doing such an outstanding job.

Jessica | 7:08 a.m. July 17, 2009

It's ironic that the network presenting such story lines of honor and going against the grain of money making and choosing substance is now taking it away so they can make more money. Why even attempt to tell your audience to revisit their beliefs when you will just let them down and be hypocritical as soon as it doesn't benefit them. JUST SAD...

Donna | 2:38 p.m. July 17, 2009

I like the idea that ABc stands for Already Been Cancelled....like all the amazing shows they get rid of. My so called life. Once and again. Eli Stone.

I wonder why they even consider shows other than the ridiculous Bachelor - Wipeout - and all the other crappy shows they insist on airing.

RIP Eli---you were one of the best.

Tracey | 8:43 a.m. July 18, 2009

Don't you just hate it when you become emotionlly attached to a show and they dump it?

JR | 8:22 p.m. July 26, 2009

What the heck is wrong with ABC??

Eli Stone was a breath of fresh air in the smog that is tv!!!

The problem was the timeslot! bring it back!!!

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