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?
Please bring this show back. I just got interested in the reruns now I am dying to watch more. Everybody wants it back what the problem/
It is definitely worth the wait just going crazy waiting on it. hope to hear something new soon.
I am sorry to admit that I began watching the game during syndication. I was not a believer of Melanie and Derwin in the beginning–it was a little too goody goody and I just knew she would play the same character she plays on sister sister and other kiddy movies…and then DERWIN cheated and the storyline became too real! I found myself watching personal situations of my friends (and dag-on-it myself). I rerecord episodes from season 2 and 3 over and over again…I am now one of the many who hope this show comes back. How do you deal with… Read more »
Please Bring the GAME Back! i will do anything. The Game is what made me start to watch t.v. again! it opened up my eyes to so many solutions to my problems! you MUST bring it back. i got so many of my friends to watch it and i will be sure to keep your ratings high!
i love THE GAME!
derwin davis ♥
i really miss the show the game really would love to see some eposides of they are dealing with the baby and the marriage is going please get it back on sometime very SOON
I miss The Game. I watched this show faithfully and I want it back. NOWWWWW!!!!!!
please bring the game back. It did not end right, we need some closure.
i hope the game come back because i really love that show. all of them is crazy and it relaye to real life stories.
PLEEEEAAAAASSSSEEEE BRING BACK THE GAME!!!!! I am so ADDICTED to it. The cast blends PERFECTLY together. Mrs. Mara Brock Akil created a WONDERFUL story line. I was so DISAPPOINTED when THE GAME was CANCELLED! I have been a FAN FROM THE BEGINNING and will continue to hope the sitcom will return. There are TOO MANY REALITY (THAT ARE NOT SO REAL) on television today. What happened to the evening sitcoms with REAL story lines, laughter and drama? THE GAME answered my question. So many people are HOPING that BET can resurrect the show because WE REALLY MISS IT! I was… Read more »
it doesnt matter who in the show or not i jus lpve n wish they would bring it bck
i swear if they come back that would be soooooo sooo sooo good i love the hell out of this show and many more do to so ya;ll should give i a try n it really dnt matter who was n the show she was still working with them n probley know what shes talking about so later……..(*sign….the game #1 lover and fan….*)!
First of all, as a true fan…this singer named Drew was NOT a star of this show. She was not even a co-star. She was featured on I think no more than three episodes! So…. I miss this show, am longing for it as well. However, I will stick to feedback from true insiders. Now, I will say this…. BET earns more dollars the more the show is in syndication, thus paving the way to be able to afford the comeback. I will say that BET has been showing marathons lately, which makes me hopeful that they are preparing us… Read more »
This show is worth the wait, I keep watching repeats because I miss the show 🙁
I wish they would bring it back
The Game for a lack of better words is the ****. I remember the first day i saw it, i was gonna go out with my friends and i was waiting so i dcided to put on BET. The game was on, instantly i was hooked. Pooch is a great actor and i can relate to wat they going through. Thats why this show is so great and the need to make a season 4. Hopefully they make a new 1 and if they make it a hour long that would be crazy.
i live the Game and i hope there is a season 4 i am willing to wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!