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Will Wright's Deal with Fox?

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the what-does-that-mean dept.

Syris writes ""Will Wright, creator of video game sensation "The Sims," has signed a first-look development deal with Fox Broadcasting Co." The story is here ." A surprisingly interesting story.

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  1. Knee-Jerk reaction-SUBSIDE! by curtisk · · Score: 4, Interesting
    ...ok...as tempting as it is to jump all over the obvious Sims references/jokes I'll say the guy must have some creativity. I mean its not like anyone can write for FOX, right?

    *rimshot*

    Alright it wasn't that easy to resist making a joke, but really, I'm sure he could drum up a decent show, anyone see any of the "MY Robot"? Its unclear whether they are just in development or are available somewhere. The only skepticism I have is that there is such severe CRAP on TV now anyway, why would FOX of all networks signup something truly against whats "hot" right now? (ie. Joe-masked-millionaire-secret-anna-osbournes-frien ds-season-82-F-list-celebrity-hoedown)

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  2. Lew Morton? by Blackheart2 · · Score: 3, Interesting
    Wright has been toying with traditional linear entertainment during the past year, creating several five-minute episodes of "M.Y. Robot" that were written by Lew Morton of "The Simpsons" and "Futurama."

    Strange. I've heard that `Lew Morton' is a fake name which writers use to sign material which is so bad that they don't want to take credit for it.

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