Originally Posted By hightp Did anyone watch the 2 episode preview of this show on Sunday night? It stars Demi Lovato as a Mid-Western girl who comes to LA to be in a kids comedy sketch TV show. While I can't honestly say it's the worst show I've ever seen, it must rank (that's the correct word) at the bottom. I didn't find any of the characters interesting, and Sunny's cast mates all seem unlikeable, from the odd little girl, to the 'stuck on herself' actress. After watching Sunny, it makes 'Hanna Montana' look like Shakespere...or at least an Aaron Spelling production.
Originally Posted By utahjosh Haven't seen it yet. I hope it's better than the loud, obnoxious, over-the-top acting of "Hannah Montana," "Cory in the House," "iCarly," "Suite Life of Zach and Cody," etc. They all seem loud and un-funny. Low quality. I miss "Even Stevens."
Originally Posted By matthewdort There was a time when Disney Channel's series were, for the most part, cleverly written and featured more subtle performances from their stars. That was also when Disney Channel wasn't in a dead heat with Nickelodeon for the title of top cable network. Now they've copied Nick's unfunny, over-the-top formula with great success. It lacks the former charm, but that's how you get to be #1.
Originally Posted By Disney and beyond Thank God Even Stevens is going to be on Disney XD And Phineas and Ferb rules DC
Originally Posted By Kira I watched the first episode about a week and a half ago when it was leaked online. I'm a fan of SOME Disney Channel shows because they are goofy/silly and decent mindless entertainment for those late hours of the night when you can't fall asleep (not a fan of Hannah Montana though). But my gosh...Sonny With a Chance was HORRID. It takes the low of all low's on the disney channel. The blonde actresses acting was out right OBNOXIOUS and whiney. I can't even believe I sat through the entire episode. I think the girl was trying too hard to outact Ashley Tisdale's snotty, blonde sharpay character in HSM. Ashley Tisdale wins this round in my book. Usually these disney shows can at least get one little smile or giggle out of me, but SWAC had me wanting to pull my eyeballs out. For those of you with kids in the household that will inevitably become fans of the show...I only hope that they cancel this show asap for your sanity's sake. =S
Originally Posted By mele My daughter adores Demi Lovato and she is currently watching re-runs of this show right now. Meh. I thought 'Phil of the Future' was a cute enough show...except for the caveman character. I still think 'Kim Possible' is the best one of all.
Originally Posted By Kira ^ I've never watched Kim Possible, but I do know that it has a decent sized following. I was a big fan of Even Stevens, Phil of the Future & Lizzie Mcguire. I still love watching those shows when they play re-runs!
Originally Posted By hightp Phil, Lizzy and Stevens are really much better shows. I haven't heard of a show being 'over the top', but Sunny sure fits that bill.
Originally Posted By Disney and beyond I wouldn't condemm it jsut yet though. Early Zack and Cody Sucked majorly and got way better, same with Hannah. I doubt this show could do it, but you never know. Even on real TV, a lot of "Sitcoms" are terrible before they find their groove. An exception would be Phineas and Ferb and Kim Possible. Ironically both animated shows. Bring back the Disney Afternoons I say!
Originally Posted By mele I do not agree that Zack and Cody improved. Watching those boys act is literally painful. Really, I have to force myself to not wish ill things upon them, their parents and the Disney Channel when I hear or see them.
Originally Posted By Disney and beyond I meant really the characters and writing improved much. The London/Maddie story would always steal the show. And Mosby was a great character. I never minded the boy's acted after they got older. The younger episodes are painful, yes, but I can tolerate the older ones. (Suite Life on Deck is a HUGE step backwards in terms of writing btw.) One thing I can't stand is fake laugh tracks. Either have an actual Live Audience or have no track at all. The Fake laughing is just annoying.
