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"We're Not In Kansas Anymore (90210 episode)"

"We're Not In Kansas Anymore" is the first episode of the series, and it is the spin-off to Beverly Hills, 90210. It is the fourth series in the Beverly Hills, 90210 continuity. The pilot is written by Gabe Sachs[1] and Jeff Judah[1]. The pilot is directed by Mark Piznarski[1].

The show is scheduled to premiere in the USA on The CW in September 2, 2008[1] with a 2 hour premiere eventCite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page).. It will also air on Global in Canada on the same day;[2] the premiere dates in other parts of the world are not yet announced. There is a slight possibility that the production of the show could be delayed because of the Screen Actors Guild strike.[3]

Plot synopsis

Summary

After Harrison Wilson accepts the job position as principal of West Beverly Hills High, the Wilson family must relocate from Kansas to California and adjust to new life in the city - all while keeping a close watch on their troubled grandmother Tabitha.[1]

Expanded overview

Annie Wilson and her brother Dixon, whose first day at West Beverly Hills High School leaves no doubt they're not in Kansas anymore. The Wilson family, including dad Harry and mom Debbie, has relocated to Beverly Hills to keep an eye on Harry's mother Tabitha, a feisty-but-faded former television star and a charter member of the Betty Ford Clinic.

For Annie and Dixon, the awkwardness of being the new kids is made worse by the fact that their dad has taken a job as the high school principal. The school is one big culture shock for Annie, a sweet and friendly girl with a passion for the theater, and Dixon, a star athlete and scholar who was adopted by the Wilson family after they took him in as a foster child. Annie and Dixon have a close sibling relationship, which they'll need to help them cope with all the new cliques and classmates, including Naomi, a hot, spoiled, rich girl; Ethan, a popular jock whose abilities rival Dixon's. Navid, an aspiring journalist who heads up the school's daily newscast; and Silver, a rebel who produces and stars in a YouTube-type video series.

Even the faculty seems hip and sophisticated at WBHHS, such as smart and funny teacher Ryan Matthews and beautiful guidance counselor Kelly Taylor. Kelly's former classmate, Donna Martin, owns a local clothing boutique. The Wilson family has just begun to realize how much their lives are about to change.[4]

Acting

Starring

Recurring role

Guest star

Production details

The Hollywood Reporter announced on March 13, 2008 that The CW is developing a contemporary spinoff of Beverly Hills, 90210. According to Nellie Andreeva with The Hollywood Reporter, "Veronica Mars creator Rob Thomas was in talks to pen the project, which has been put on the fast track by the network". The story also noted that original 90210 creator Darren Star is not involved with the project.[5] Kristin Dos Santos confirmed on her "Watch with Kristin" blog at E! Online that the show is indeed a spinoff with completely new characters, and not a remake.[6] Production for 90210 began on June 25, 2008.[1]

Writing

Further casting details of the 2008 spinoff have emerged as The Hollywood Reporter announced on March 19, 2008 that The CW has begun casting even before a script has been completed.

On April 15, 2008, Rob Thomas announced that he was stepping down as the creator of the series, due to his commitment to two ABC drama pilots. Gabe Sachs and Jeff Judah (What About Brian, Freaks & Geeks) are now the new producers of the series; they wrote a new version of the script.[7]

Casting

The first actor to be cast was Dustin Milligan on March 31, 2008 as Ethan Ward,[5] followed by AnnaLynne McCord on April 15.[8] Actress/singer Hilary Duff was rumored to have been offered a part on the spinoff as Annie Wilson, a theater and music student, but she told reports that it was "not true".[9][10] The role was filled by Shenae Grimes, most well-known for her role as Darcy Edwards on Degrassi: The Next Generation.[11]

On April 28, 2008, Lori Loughlin was cast in the role of Debbie Wilson.[12] Then on April 29, 2008, Jessica Walter was cast as Tabitha Wilson, the 60-ish actress and alcoholic grandmother,[13][5] and Ryan Eggold will play an unorthodox teacher named Ryan Matthews.[14] The cast of teenagers was rounded out when Jessica Stroup (April 30),[15] Tristan Wilds[16] and Michael Steger (both May 2),[17] were cast as Daphne "Silver" Silver, Dixon Wilson and Navid Shirazi respectively. Finally, Rob Estes (May 19) was the last actor to join the series as the character Harrison "Harry" Wilson.[18]

Both Jennie GarthCite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). and Tori Spelling[19] will also be returning in the new series in recurring roles. On July 2, 2008, PerezHilton.com reported that Shannen Doherty is in talks to reprise her role as Brenda[20] (from Bervely Hills, 90210, and she also left the series Charmed at the end of season 3 season finale, "All Hell Breaks Loose"[21]). Her twin brother on the original show, Jason Priestley (Brandon), is in talks to direct some episodes of the spinoff. However, Priestley will not reprise his role as Brandon Walsh.[22]

On July 7, Kellan Lutz and Meghan Markle were cast in recurring roles for the series. Lutz will play George Evans, a lacrosse player from a wealthy family and Markle will play Wendy, a sexy student at West Beverly Hills High who takes every advantage of her looks.[5]

Setting

On June 1, the New York Post stated that the high school in the original show, Torrance High School, was being used in this series as well.[23]

Trivia

  • Naomi's last name was originally Bennett.[1]
  • The Wilson family's name was originally Mills.[1]
  • Tori Spelling was originally reprising her role as Donna Martin Silver under a recurring status in the pilot. However, due to her pregnancy conflictions her apperances will be pushed back.[1]
  • In the original pilot, the character Daphne Silver was the niece of original Beverly Hills, 90210 character David Silver.[1]
  • It is noted that Daphne Silver has the same last name as original Beverly Hills, 90210 character David Silver.[1]
  • In the original pilot, Beverly Hills, 90210's Peach Pit became a Pinkberry-esque yogurt shop.[1]
  • In the original pilot, Naomi Bennett's house was the Spelling mansion. [1]
  • The character of Ryan Matthews originally wasn't penned down by Rob Thomas. [1]
  • This will be the second spin-off series developed on The CW. [1]
  • In the original pilot Lori Loughlin's character was named Celia Mills, but later her name was changed to Debbie Wilson. [1]
  • 90210 will be the second spin-off to the successful Beverly Hills, 90210. The first spin-off was Melrose Place. [1]
  • This will be the second show on The CW to which plot follows rich teens in America. [1]
  • Beverly Hills, 90210's theme song was remixed for first and second promo for this show. [1]
  • 90210's original pilot was developed by Rob Thomas, the creator of Veronica Mars. But on April 28, 2008. Thomas stepped down as the creator of 90210 due to his previous commitments to two ABC pilots. [1]

Reception and reviews

To be announced.

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t "TV.com's '90210' Page". TV.com. Retrieved 2008-06-04.
  2. ^ "Global's Fall Schedule: Spies, Time-Travel and Spoiled Teens". Dose.ca. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
  3. ^ "TV Networks Brace for Potential Actors Strike". Yahoo!. Retrieved 2008-06-19. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  4. ^ "'90210' CW Television Websit for "Pilot" recap". TheCW.com. Retrieved 2008-07-29.
  5. ^ a b c d "Rich kids are back: CW plots '90210' spinoff". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2008-03-13. Cite error: The named reference "The Hollywood Reporter" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
  6. ^ "90210 Hell, Yes: Series Spinoff...Led by Mars Boss Rob Thomas?!". E! Online - Watch with Kristin. Retrieved 2008-03-13.
  7. ^ "Rob Thomas Confirms He's Making Room for New 90210 Writers". E! Online - Watch with Kristin. Retrieved 2008-04-15.
  8. ^ "Anna Lynne McCord Joins Cast Of New '90210'". Accesshollywood.com. Retrieved 2008-04-14.
  9. ^ "Exclusive! Hilary Duff to Star in New 90210?". E! Online - Watch with Kristin. Retrieved 2008-04-30. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  10. ^ "Hilary Duff Not Bound for 90210". E! Online - Watch with Kristin. Retrieved 2008-04-30. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  11. ^ "'90210' Breaking: Duff Out, Grimes In on 90210 Redux!". TVguide.com. Retrieved 2008-04-28. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  12. ^ "TV Guide.com Ausiello Report - Exclusive: Lori Loughlin Is 90210's New Cindy Walsh!". TVguide.com. Retrieved 2008-04-28. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  13. ^ "TV Guide.com Ausiello Report - '90210' Scoop: Jessica Walter to Play the Drunk Granny!". TVguide.com. Retrieved 2008-04-29. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  14. ^ "Jessica Walter, Ryan Eggold zip to '90210'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
  15. ^ "'90210' Spinoff Details Emerge". Variety. Retrieved 2008-03-18.
  16. ^ "New '90210' Taps The Wire's Tristan Wilds". Today's News. Retrieved 2008-05-02.
  17. ^ "New star joins 90210 spinoff". RTÉ Entertainment. Retrieved 2008-05-02.
  18. ^ "Rob Estes Zips to 90210". E! Online. Retrieved 2008-05-12.
  19. ^ "It's Official: Tori Spelling Joins 90210 Spinoff". Okmagazine.com. Retrieved 2008-05-27.
  20. ^ "The Most Amazing News EVER!!!!!!!!". PerezHilton.com. Retrieved 2008-07-02. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  21. ^ Brad Kern and Shannen Doherty (2001-05-17). "All Hell Breaks Loose". Charmed. Season 3. Episode 22. WB. {{cite episode}}: Unknown parameter |episodelink= ignored (|episode-link= suggested) (help); Unknown parameter |serieslink= ignored (|series-link= suggested) (help)
  22. ^ "Jason Priestley will not be returning to '90210'". MSNBC.com. Retrieved 2008-07-11.
  23. ^ "'90210' Alma Mortar". Newyorkpost.com. Retrieved 2008-05-02.

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