Rumors are flying once again that the cancelled show, The Game, has been picked up by the Black Entertainment Television (BET) for a fourth season. Is it really true this time?
Created by Mara Brock Akil, The Game began as a spin-off of the long-running comedy, Girlfriends. The series centers around a first year medical student (Tia Mowry) who chooses to follow her pro-football boyfriend (Pooch Hall) to San Diego. Others in the cast include Brittany Daniel, Coby Bell, Hosea Chanchez, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Hosea Chanchez, and Barry Floyd.
When The CW cancelled the show last Spring, there was talk that BET was interested picking up the show for another year. The biggest issue would be finances but, since additional episodes would make the studio more money in syndication, it’s in CBS Television Studios’ best interests to work something out. Since BET is a cable channel they likely wouldn’t be able to afford the show “as is” so there would have to be some cost-cutting involved.
Last month, rumors started to circulate that a deal had finally been made. Unfortunately the gossip wasn’t accurate. Via Twitter, Mowry wrote, “I am so sorry to tell you this, this whole THE GAME thing getting picked up is NOT true! After talking to agents lawyers etc it is not true.”
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Last week, Sister 2 Sister interviewed Drew Sidora. The singer/actress had guest-starred on a few episodes and, in the interview, indicated that a deal with BET had been sealed. She said, “The show is getting picked up, so for people that have been petitioning and wondering, it is coming back to BET… It is official. The deal has been done.”
Sidora continued, “Everybody that petitioned — believe it or not — about the show getting cancelled, that is really what ultimately had BET even looking to pick it up. It was really dope. Everybody really loves the show and supports the show, so all I can say is keep watching.”
Of the possibility that some of the cast might not be returning, Sidora commented, “I can’t say that for sure, but you will probably see a lot of the characters back.”
As happy as that news is making longtime fans of the show, Sidora seems to be the only one who’s aware of it. BET and CBS Television aren’t making announcements about the deal and the stars of the show don’t seem to know anything about it.
On Friday, Mowry Twittered the reality of the situation, “A lot of people are asking about The Game again, and I have to say honestly I personally have not heard anything!” She followed that up with, “This has really been a roller coaster and I feel bad that I have no new news on the topic. :(”
It’s unclear where Sidora got her information but one would assume that the show’s star would be kept in the loop. If Mowry’s to be part of it, she’d have to agree to a new contract and that would presumably include a pay cut.
In addition, series creator Akil is still working on ABC’s Cougar Town. That show was just given a full season order so she’s going to be busy.
So, once again, there doesn’t seem to be any deal to bring back The Game. It may still happen but signs indicate it’s not happening yet.
What do you think? Is all this waiting driving you crazy? Is The Game worth waiting for or are you ready to just move on?
i think cw is crap for actually dropping the best show on earth I have been looking foward to see the next season of the show so long just to hear it has been canceled how much crap is that all i can say is that the game is really good and the actors are fabulous and that i really miss the show and i really hope BET picks it up or sony tv
i miss the game so much it one of de best sows i ever watched if not the best and i really hope dat BET picks it up and all the cast returns
I really hope the game come back we need more tv comedies then all this reality tv shows. Which in fact this reality tv show the person comes back staying that it did not work out with the person they chose. So you have to wonder what is that all about?
Please bring back the game it had some personally reality to it along with laughter.
All this waiting for “The Game “to come back is driving me nuts!!! I love the show and I would really love for it to comeback, but I do worry about it returning to BET. I’m really not anticipating many episodes on that network, which will still lead to it being cancelled. I’m also still waiting for a “Girlfriends “movie to be made, for a proper ending to that show.
This show is a great comedy which is what we need to get back to. Real life issues. Please bring the game back!
the game was one of best show on tv.
i love the game please bring it back i just love it im a big fan f mel& derwin i love they relationship i really hope that you guys bring the game back
I really love this show!!! I really want it to come back 🙂
This is the only show that i was actually really interested in.
It draws attention to younger audience and older.
Its very diversed. Their crazy if they cancell it.
I loved this show and i think it should come back because i want to keep watching from where it left off because it was getting really GOOD!!! YOu guys are wrong for canceling it PLEASE BRING IT BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree ! The show is great . My favoritee : ] Deffinately worth waiting for.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE BRING BACK THIS GREAT SHOW!! I LOVED the game when it was on CW and was shocked when it got canceled. I ended up getting my sister and four other friends into this show by having them watch it on BET. I think it would be a great hit if this show is brought back up. I cannot believe CW canceled this great show for the nonsense crappp they got on now.
It is worth the wait! Please bring back the GAME
I need some GAME SITCOM in my life they keep it real on that shoe
THE GAME is a must have…… not only are the cast talented but the ladies are sexy…. the has to come back
This is the best show ever!!!! My relationhip reminds me sooo much of me and my boyfriend it’s crazy!! I really want this show back bcuz it’s so real and so many people can relate to it… I want the same cast if u do bring it back