Sunday, July 22, 2007

AFT Awards: Best Comedy Series

This is the twentieth category of the 1st Annual AFT Television Awards to be announced. Episodes listed in parantheses for actors and shows indicate a great sample of their work, however I look at the entire season when choosing my nominees and winners. Nominees are listed in alphabetical order.




Best Comedy Series

ENTOURAGE (One Day in the Valley)
This third season, split into two parts, was not as mind-blowingly amazing as the show's second season, but it was solid and steady the whole way through. The cast is perfect, and additions to the cast like Carla Gugino work well. "One Day in the Valley" is a perfect sampling of the show for those who want to try one episode and see if they will like the show.

MONK (Mr. Monk Is At Your Service)
I just wrote about why this show is so great here. This season is steady, and every episode is enjoyable. The cast is awesome and it serves well in a somewhat unique genre of the detective comedy.

THE OFFICE (Beach Games)
This already magnificent show just continues to get better. The cast is unbeatable, and the show's dramatic scenes with Jim and Pam only enhance the show. "Beach Games" is one episode which combines the comedy and drama very effectively, but really, pick any episode.

30 ROCK (Hardball)
This offbeat new comedy packs a bizarre but hilarious cast and some strange plotlines. Alec Baldwin is unstoppably funny, and Tina Fey is a perfect complement to his craziness. Tracy Morgan and Jane Krakowski are just two of the great ensemble that drives this uneven but usually funny show.

WEEDS (Mrs. Botwin's Neighborhood)
As I have said before, I have only seen five of this season's episodes. It is not quite as daring and original as the first season, but it is still a lot of fun. The interactions between Kevin Nealon (Doug) and Justin Kirk (Andy) are truly the best.

And the winner is...
THE OFFICE

Next: Best Drama Series

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