The axe takes first victim.

September 28, 2008

Fox has axed their new sitcom Do Not Disturb. It isn’t a record however as it survived a full three episodes before getting cancelled.

The comedy starred Jerry O’Connell as a New York hotel manager. During it’s airing the episodes were not shown in the correct order as the pilot was shown after a standard episode was broadcast. TV critics didn’t provide high praise to the show and it’s ratings dropped double digits with each new episodes airing. Most of the time it’s comedy shows that fall short of the mark. Even though they are among the least expensive to create with no need for special effects, just a laughter track. The only downside comes in the form of shows like Scrubs where the cast become accustomed to the fame and demand more money. According to Jim and How I Met Your Mother are still fine examples of sitcoms so if you miss the old format they are worth a look.