You know, there are TV shows that we enjoy, no matter what is spoken onscreen, no matter who guest stars. Some we enjoy because maybe we are told to dig the show. Maybe it’s a hot topic at the water cooler and we don’t want to be left out. And then there are the shows that are simply – good. As in very good. As in tight writing, crisp direction, uncanny comic timing… shows like My Boys.

This show has all the prerequisites that helped the ensemble greats have such staying power. M*A*S*H, All in the Family, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Cheers, Ed, Friends. I find myself wanting to see this gang more often on the cover of TV Guide, yet I’d hope it wouldn’t turn into a Sports Illustrated type curse. I’d hate to see Boys suffer from over-saturation (Although the TV Guide website is sporting a TBS/My Boys wallpaper today).

So, back to the big question – who did PJ bring to Italy? Sorry folks, out of decency and respect for TBS and the My Boys production team, I cannot say at this time. You’ll have to wait till tonight. I will say that – and maybe I’m not all that bright – but I didn’t see it coming.

My Boys is created by Betsy Thomas and is produced by Pariah and Two Out Rally Productions, Inc. Season Two debuts on TBS tonight; Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 9:30 PM ET.

Article Author: Mary K. Williams

Mary K. is a freelance entertainment writer living in the Greater Boston area. She has written CD reviews for Metronome Magazine and is a former Features Editor for Hot Psychology Magazine. Mary K. has also contributed to the anthology, Brewed …

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