The pilot episode of a TV show sets the scene for the entire series, and these particular pilots started their shows off with shocking twists that immediately caught my attention. A great TV pilot can ...

Getting into anime can be difficult for some. There are so many genres and a million recommendation lists, so a beginner may feel overwhelmed with all the choices. But a great way to determine whether ...

Pilot episodes are difficult to perfect, but some fantasy shows successfully juggle strong world-building with gripping hooks, resulting in spotless openers. Pilots have a lot riding on them, ...

The network's uptick in volume resulted in four series pickups and what scripted head Lisa Katz calls "a lot of great choices ...

Nailing a new series’ pilot episode is one of the hardest feats in storytelling, and incorporating the fantasy genre only makes it more difficult. In fantasy TV, not only does the show have to ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...

"Gilligan's Island" debuted on CBS in 1964, but its original pilot episode wasn't seen until much later, as some big changes ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...