Carpoolers

By Rick Ellis A columnist for the Austin-American Statesman saw a TV spot for “Carpoolers” during recent NBA playoffs, and it got him thinking about possible sequels to the show: • “Taking a Toll” — Think “King of Queens” meets “The Honeymooners.” A wacky sitcom set in New Jersey about a loudmouth toll b...

By Rick Ellis “Carpoolers’” nomination for a People’s Choice Award last week is evidence the ABC sitcom is finally finding its audience, notes Jerry O’Connell. “It’s been tough to get our footing, but hopefully we’ll stick around because it really is a funny show. I definitely believe in it.” The writer...

By Rick Ellis As part of a contestant search for its show “Extreme Home Makeover,” ABC is hosting a special screening of two of its fall pilots, “Carpoolers” and Pushing Daisies.” As part of a contestant search for its show “Extreme Home Makeover,” ABC is hosting a special screening of two of its fall pil...