Touchdown: 'Friday Night Lights' renewed for two more seasons
NBC and DirectTV have worked out another deal to keep "Friday Night Lights" on the air for two more seasons, according to sources close to the show.
The deal calls for the production of 26 episodes to air over the next two seasons in 13-episodes installments, sources close to the show said.
Although some of the most beloved characters, such as Lyla (Minka Kelley) and Tyra (Adrianne Palicki) have graduated, producers expect them to return for a few episodes to wrap up their stories the way Jason Street (Scott Porter) did this past season. Of course, Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler pictured) will be back--even if he isn't coaching the Dillon Panthers.
The seasons will air first on DirecTV's 101 Channel and then on NBC, the same way it worked this year.
--Maria Elena Fernandez
(Photo courtesy NBC)
I really hope that last line isn't a spoiler for those who waited to watch on NBC
Posted by: Kelly | March 30, 2009 at 04:26 PM
Thank you, Jesus! A great show that deserves to go on.
Posted by: Betty in Baltimore | March 30, 2009 at 04:40 PM
Yea! Love this show...a slice of real life.
Posted by: Miss Picky | March 30, 2009 at 04:40 PM
Woohoo. Best news of the tv season!
Posted by: Pete | March 30, 2009 at 06:19 PM
Yay! Of course, without FNL, NBC would be devoid of quality drama :-) Great news!
Posted by: Timber | March 30, 2009 at 06:56 PM
Clear Eyes, Full Heart...Can't Lose
Posted by: Radar O'Reilly | March 31, 2009 at 09:12 AM
Wow.. i hope it's not an april fools joke. I am so happy it's coming back! They finally get one right
Posted by: Kevin | April 01, 2009 at 08:29 AM
Just watched the last show of the season. Thank goodness it is coming back!!! The ony show worth watching on NBC or pretty much any channel for that matter!! Thank you Direct TV for helping to save our show!!
Posted by: deb | April 10, 2009 at 07:02 PM
Could there be a possibility to PURCHASE "Friday Night Lights" each weekend as it airs in the beginning? Instead of waiting until January or whenever on NBC? Many of us cannot change over to Direct TV, however, why not give us the chance to purchase each episode as they air every Friday? on Comcast AND many other CABLE providers. WE ARE WILLING TO PAY!!! $10.00 an episode?? Sounds pretty good to me- Cetaintly, NBC or DIRECT TV would not be opposed to pulling in that kind of money- And there are so many of us willing to provide that kind of support. Just give us a chance??? ANYONE?? Leave comments :)
thank you,
lynz24
Posted by: Lynz24 | May 28, 2009 at 07:34 PM