Jane Levy Calls Out NBC After Network Cancels ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’: ‘It’s The Wrong Move’
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Jane Levy is having her say on NBC’s decision to cancel “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist“.
In a new interview with VanityFair.com, the actress criticized the network’s “crime and guns” heavy line-up.
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Last week, it was officially announced that the show had not been renewed after two seasons.
“I’m sorry, but I have to say this: I look at the new NBC lineup, and it’s like, ‘Okay, we could watch a lot of shows about crime and guns,’” she said.
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“Our show is about love. It’s a real shame to take that off the air. I feel like it’s the wrong move.”
Admitting that the news came as a huge surprise to her, Levy continued, “When we finished [shooting] season two, I put all my stuff in storage in Canada [where the show films]. I was like, ‘Of course we’re coming back.’…Last Friday it seemed like it was a green light. And then Monday morning it was a red light.”
According to Deadline, NBC is expected to seek another home for the show outside of its studio.
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“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” follows the titular Zoey (Levy) who has the ability to hear the thoughts of those around her — expressed in the form of pop songs, which she experiences as musical dance numbers.
