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Pilots can be kind of strange sometimes. Go back and watch the first episode of some of your favorite TV shows and see how different the series looks in its first episode from what it went on to become in later seasons. For network television, and oftentimes cable, the pilot is not just the starting point of the series, but also the one-episode sample produced to sell the concept of the show to the network. Once the pilot goes to series, the writers or network may decide to make some changes.

Selma Blair fired from ‘Anger Management’ after fight with Charlie Sheen – Report via Rickey.org Credit: FX Well, it looks like Charlie Sheen is back in meltdown mode, and this time, his ire has been directed at one of his castmates on FX’s Anger Management. TMZ broke the story that Sheen had costar Selma Blair fired from the comedy series, apparently declaring that he would refuse to work if Blair remained on-set. The cause for this meltdown was word getting back to Sheen that Blair had described him to Anger Management execs as a menace to work with, citing that the actor is often late and has a questionable work ethic on top of it all. Deadline then followed up on the story, reporting that Sheen went on an abusive tirade against Blair, sending her “abusive, expletives-filled texts,” calling her a “cunt,” among other things, while threatening to leave the series altogether. The series is only halfway through its 90-episode order with the network, signed under a lucrative syndication model. This deal is likely what has prompted the show’s producers to side with Sheen in the argument, as the actor remains one of TV’s bigger draws. The series premiere of Anger Management last year scored 5.74 million viewers to become the most-watched sitcom premiere in cable history. However, the creative forces behind the show are purported to be pursuing a few creative changes for the series, as ratings have been sagging as of late. The show’s producers at Lionsgate declared for Team Sheen by issuing an official statement saying, “We are confirming that Selma Blair will not be returning to Anger Management and we wish her the very best.” However, even with Blair gone, Sheen — an executive producer on the series — hasn’t backed off on his desire to call the shots, independent of what the creative forces behind the show might want, or what the network can afford: Sheen now reportedly wants to offer Mila Kunis a 10-episode arc on the show at $1 million per episode. No word yet on whether she’ll accept, but one wonders if maybe Blair didn’t have a point after all. But the show must go on, as Deadline updates that Blair’s role as Sheen’s therapist will not be recast. Instead, a casting notice has been sent out for a new female series regular to fill the void left in Blair’s wake. As for Blair herself, she will still be paid per her contract. In addition, no legal action is on the table, at least not at the moment. The Voice • American Idol • The X Factor

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Just because Charlie Sheen's "Anger Management" is imploding isn't stopping FX from moving forward with another 10/90 sitcom deal, this one featuring Kelsey Grammer and Martin Lawrence. http://www.hitfix.com

FX ACQUIRES NEW UNTITLED SITCOM STARRING KELSEY GRAMMER AND MARTIN LAWRENCECloses 10/90 Deal with Lionsgate TV and Debmar-MercuryLos Angeles, June 19, 2013 —FX has closed a 10/90 deal with Lionsgate Television and Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury for the new untitled sitcom starring comedy legends Martin Lawrence and Kelsey Grammer, it was announced today by Chuck Saftler, President of Program Strategy and COO, FX Networks.Prolific comedy veterans Bob Boyett and Robert Horn, whose half-hour credits collectively include Family Matters, Perfect Strangers, Full House, Living Single and Designing Women, will executive produce and write the Lionsgate Television-produced show. Executive producers also include Kelsey Grammer, Martin Lawrence, Brian Sher, Stella Bulochnikov, Michael Green and Sam Maydew.The new sitcom marks the much-anticipated return to television of both Lawrence and Grammer, who play two Chicago lawyers from vastly different backgrounds who unexpectedly meet in court on the worst day of their lives. Brought together by fate and greed, they develop a partnership and friendship, forcing each other to find the balance between the ethical and the unscrupulous in both their professional and personal lives.“With the merging of two comedic geniuses, as well as two legendary showrunners, we couldn’t have a stronger team on board for this show and can’t wait to get to work,” said Saftler. “We’re also thrilled to be continuing our relationship with the pros at Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury.”“I am excited to be returning to TV and to be working with Kelsey,” said Lawrence. “We have a great time together so I am looking forward to making a good show with a lot of laughs.”Grammer said, "Martin is arguably one of the funniest men alive and after some success in drama I thought it might be time to try my hand at comedy. I am thrilled to have this extraordinary team show me the ropes. All kidding aside, I don't think a better bunch of talent exists; I am honored and blessed."The series will be produced by Lionsgate Television in association with Grammnet NH Productions and You Go Boy Productions.“Pair two great actors and comedy legends with the executive producing team behind some of the most memorable sitcoms ever, mix in the outstanding team at FX and you have all of the ingredients for another TV classic,” commented Debmar-Mercury Co-Presidents Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein. “Our 10/90 model is all about delivering brand names and concepts that will grab viewers instantly, having incredible creative auspices and a very supportive network. This sitcom surpasses our criteria on virtually every level.”FX has ordered 10 episodes of the sitcom and, as is standard with the 10/90 model, if the series meets designated ratings thresholds over its first 10-episode run, the network will trigger an additional 90-episode order.Lionsgate Television Group President Kevin Beggs added, “There was an immediate rapport between Kelsey and Martin from their very first meeting, and when Bob and Robert joined as showrunners, all the stars aligned in a very exciting way. We’re delighted that FX recognized the tremendous potential for this series and look forward to another great collaboration.”The 10/90 model is a unique syndication model crafted by Debmar-Mercury for multiple sitcoms, including FX’s Anger Management and the upcoming George Lopez series Saint George, Tyler Perry’s House of Payne and Meet the Browns, and Revolution’s and Ice Cube’s Are We There Yet? The Martin-Grammer sitcom will air exclusively on FX until the off-network episodes start airing in broadcast syndication in fall 2017.Five-time Emmy® Award winner Kelsey Grammer’s celebrated career as a stage, film and television actor includes five Emmys, two Golden Globes®, a SAG Award and dozens of nominations for his two-decade portrayal of psychiatrist “Dr. Frasier Crane” in the hit comedies Cheers and Frasier. He earned his third Golden Globe for Best Actor for his starring role in

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Closes 10/90 Deal with Lionsgate TV and Debmar-Mercury