Supernatural midseason premiere delayed until February 4
The CW has delayed this week’s new episodes of Smallville and Supernatural.
Please note the following changes to the FRIDAY NIGHT schedule:
• On Friday, January 28, (8:00-9:00 p.m.) an encore of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES episode titled “The Descent” will air in place of the previously announced SMALLVILLE episode titled “Collateral.”
• On Friday, January 28 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) an encore of the NIKITA episode titled “Free” will air in place of the previously announced SUPERNATURAL episode titled “Like a Virgin.” aka 6.12
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UPDATE
"As to why the network made the change? [Update] Contrary to rumors, it's not about preemptions. The CW hopes that re-airing the "The Vampire Diaries" in a timeslot that doesn't compete with ratings juggernaut "American Idol" will help to boost total viewership.
The last-minute move is not about testing out "Vampire Diaries" and "Nikita" on Friday nights, so don't worry -- your schedule isn't going to change. There is no danger that "Smallville" and "Supernatural" will be canceled this season.
Ultimately, the decision is about making sure all of the excellent mid-season premieres get seen by as many people as possible.
Next Wednesday, Feb. 2, the network will air "Smallville" and "Supernatural" repeats of "Icarus" and "Appointment in Samarra," so you can be all caught up for the series' returns."
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CWs Contact addresses for those interested:
By Mail: The CW Television Network, 3300 W. Olive Avenue, Burbank, CA 91505
Phone: 818-977-2500
Comment Line: 818-977-6878
Email: feedback@cwtv.com
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UPDATE 2
IN ORDER TO BLOW OFF SOME STEAM, WE DECLARE AN
EMERGENCY FREE-FOR-ALL
TOMORROW AT 7:30PM EST
In light of these changes, we'll also postpone Spoilerfest until next Thursday!