Veronica Mars

[misguided freak]

I didn't see a thread on this so I thought I'd start a new one.

Does anyone else watch this show? I find it really compelling. It's character-driven, and I can pretty much sympathize with all the characters in there. I love how each episode, we get new clues about Lilly's murder. And I just found out the other day that the actor who plays Logan was in an episode of CC The Plan, where he played older Dominic!

[TVFan]

I just started watching this show when CBS aired the four episodes these past few weeks. I LOVE it! I'm going to rent the DVDs as soon as they hit stores October 11th! I need to catch up on everything. I've managed to stay spoiler free, so I'm hoping the mysteries will still be a mystery to me as I watch them unfold. I LOVE Veronica. She is like a mini-Lilly Rush. They're both sarcastic, tough, independent, and determined. Great show with great writing and a brilliant cast led by the adorable and amazing Kristen Bell.

I noticed others had mentioned this show, so I thought I'd go ahead and bump it up. The 2nd season premiere is set for September 28th!

[Naj]

I saw one episode of this about two-three weeks ago. It's addicting. But I can't remember what night or time it's on. I always like these types of shows with clever girls and school settings.

[TVFan]

I just love how Veronica dishes it out so well! It's going to air Wednesdays at 9p.m. EST this fall Naj. In fact, that's where you can find the reruns this summer as well.

[Tati]

For those who are interested in VM spoilers.... Veronica Mars' Spoilerfix page (there's so much stuff there, I figured it was better posting the link).

[KathrynFan]

it's just started over here and im hooked im trying to be spoiler free but it is so hard

[TVFan]

Here's the press release from UPN via The Futon Critic regarding the season premiere (WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS):

VERONICA MARS (9/28; SEASON PREMIERE)
Air Date: 9/28/05 (WEDNESDAY)
Time Slot: 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST on UPN
Episode Title: "Normal is the Watchword"

VERONICA'S RETURN TO "NORMAL" LIFE GETS INTERRUPTED BY A SERIES OF SHOCKING SURPRISES, INCLUDING WALLACE BEING KICKED OFF THE BASKETBALL TEAM FOR DRUGS, ON THE SEASON PREMIERE OF "VERONICA MARS," WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 ON UPN

Charisma Carpenter ("Angel") Guest Stars as Kendall Casablancas, Julie Chen ("The Early Show") Guest Stars as Herself, Steve Guttenberg ("The Poseidon Adventure") Guest Stars as Woody Goodman, UPN's AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL Winner Naima Mora Guest Stars as Ms. Dumas and Jeffery Sams ("Soul Food") Guest Stars as Terrence Chase

"Normal is the Watchword" -- After the summer fireworks caused by a dangerous confrontation with Lilly Kane's murderer and a surprising visitor at her door, Veronica attempts to settle into "normal" life, complete with a new after-school job and a return to the popular fold at Neptune High, but she gets pulled back into the investigation business when Wallace is kicked off the basketball team for testing positive for drugs, on the shocking season premiere of VERONICA MARS, Wednesday, Sept. 28 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on UPN. John Kretchmer directed the episode from a script by Rob Thomas. Steve Guttenberg guest stars as Woody Goodman, a charismatic major league baseball team owner and leading candidate in the local mayor's race; UPN's AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL winner Naima Mora guest stars as journalism teacher Ms. Dumas; and Jeffery Sams guest stars as a famous baseball player from Goodman's team.

Meanwhile, Keith sits down with reporter Julie Chen (guest starring as herself) to discuss his new book on the Lilly Kane murder, "Big Murder, Small Town." Later, after seeing his father arrested for murder and being charged and tried for murder himself, Logan seeks refuge from the paparazzi and relaxes poolside at the Casablancas mansion with buddies Dick (Ryan Hansen) and "Beaver" (Kyle Gallner) and their sexy stepmother Kendall (guest star Charisma Carpenter).

Veronica Mars: Kristen Bell
Keith Mars: Enrico Colantoni
Wallace Fennel: Percy Daggs III
Duncan Kane: Teddy Dunn
Logan Echolls: Jason Dohring
Eli "Weevil" Navarro: Francis Capra
Meg: Alona Tal
Van Clemmons: Duane Daniels
Kendall Casablancas: Charisma Carpenter
Gia Goodman: Krysten Ritter
Dick Casablancas: Ryan Hansen
Woody Goodman: Steve Guttenberg
Cute-As-A-Bug Manager: Meredith Roberts
Kelvin: Charles Ducksworth
Felix: Brad Bufanda
Butters: Adam Hendershott
Deputy Leo: Max Greenfield
Ms. Dumas: Naima Mora
Cassidy "Beaver" Casablancas: Kyle Gallner
Terrence Chase: Jeffery Sams
Man: Mark Gadbois
Letty Navarro: Judy Ho
Viet Nguyen: Ryan Gimbel
Julie Chen: Herself
Passing Motorist: Jon Michael Souza

[TVFan]

The first season DVDs are out!! Yay! I rented them through Netflix, so I've been having a Veronica Marathon so I can catch up and then catch up on season two with the eps I have saved on my TiVo. This show is truly amazing, and extremely well done. I just can't get over how great Veronica is, and how much she reminds me of Lilly Rush. This show is quickly becoming one of my favorites. It's tied for second with Everwood.

[KathrynFan]

it's getting so intresting now, we have just had the episode where Alyson Hanigan showed up she is so mean on this, not like sweet willow at all,

[TVFan]

That's the last one I saw (on the DVDs) as well KathrynFan! There are so many mysteries going on right now. I can't wait to find out what's going with all of them. I seriously can't get enough of this show!

[TVFan]

I finished the first season DVDs, and let me tell you KathrynFan, you are in for some awesome television! I just loved how everything was resolved.

Also, I just started watching the second season eps that I had saved, and Tessa Thompson joined the cast. She was Billie in CC's "Best Friends" episode. She is completely different on VM, so it proves what a wonderful actress she truly is!

[KathrynFan]

Tessa Thompson Who dose she play? im thinking that it duncan at the momentand that the parents are covering for him man it's getting so exciting, ive been so good at being spoiler free i havent looke at one sopiler

[TVFan]

I stayed spoiler free as well, and I was really happy that I did. Tessa plays a new character that comes to Neptune high in the second season. I won't say any more about her, so I don't give anything away .

[KathrynFan]

OMG She just Kissed Logan!!!!!!!!!!!! he is so mean to her why!!! the cop is so much cuter

[TVFan]

That shocked me as well KathrynFan! I was completely caught off guard! The aftermath is pretty funny between them too. Neither seems to know how to act. So true to life! :smile21:

[KathrynFan]

OMG It was logans dad!!!!!

[TVFan]

I know! I totally didn't see it coming, either!! How long do you have to wait for season 2 eps? I'm loving it just as much as season 1! Who do you think is at the door? Don't worry I won't tell you if you're correct or not.

[KathrynFan]

i have them all on disc at home my friend has been saving them for me shes a big VM Fan as well, i think that it's going to be duncan at the door, i think that logan is going to be the same jackass he was at the begining of the show, and now i guess duncan can be a bit happier about not sleeping with his sister so that will me he will want to get back with her

is seasn 2 just as good as season one? ive heard that it isnt as good as the first season?

[Disasterfreak]

Hey, avid VM fans. You know, I've only watched the show like 3 times, and liked it all 3 but it's not like I follow it or anything. Still, this show does something to me! I dunno how, but it gets under my skin or something. I remember Veronica at the weirdest times, and a few days ago I had a dream about VM, such a realistic dream too. So, dayum, a show that can make an impact like that HAS to be good. I really wish I could watch it from episode one, cuz since I keep jumping back and forth I'm totally lost.

[TVFan]

Disasterfreak - It's definitely a show that requires weekly viewing because otherwise, you miss so much that you get completely lost. They manage to pack so much into an hour, it's amazing!

KF - I've heard the grumbling that the current season isn't as good as the first, but I disagree. I think that the central Lilly Kane murder mystery was more enthralling than this season's mystery. But, I'm still loving the mystery this season, and I'm dying to know how it will all pan out. The other elements of this season are just as good, if not better than last season. Overall, I feel that it's just as strong. I hear the same complaints about Lost this season too, and I also find that show to be just as good as its first season (actually, I think it's better). I guess it's all a matter of opinion anyway.