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Rob Thomas Departs "Miss/Guided"

Looks like the prom has been cancelled.

That's right. Only a few weeks after Veronica Mars creator Rob Thomas joined the staff of ABC's midseason comedy Miss/Guided, the showrunner has departed the series.

The reason behind the split is said to be a shift in tone as the series, created by former Office staff writer Caroline Williams, moves towards a more overtly comedic tone.

Thomas will be replaced by That '70s Show producer Mark Hudis, who takes over as executive producer and showrunner on Miss/Guided. His other credits include NBC's never-aired The Singles Table and Cybill.

It's no loss to me as I thought the pilot for Miss/Guided was pretty dreadful, despite the presence of the luminescent Judy Greer, and I didn't ever think Rob would be a good fit for this unfunny series. Let's just hope he finds a new position more deserving of his wit and skills.
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Anonymous said…
...And any reason I had to watch this show just went out the window.
7/26/2007
Anonymous said…
Good. he was way too good for that show.
7/26/2007
The CineManiac said…
I'd rather wait for the next great Rob Thomas project (hopefully not another CD, I Keed, I Keed!) than see him placed on something horrible.
7/26/2007
Anonymous said…
Yeah, I thought that was such a weird pairing. Thomas should definitely use he talent elsewhere. I would much rather see another brilliant show of his creation!
7/26/2007
Anonymous said…
No interest in the show now. Hopefully Rob realizes that he was far too good for this project. He deserves much better than this garbage.
7/28/2007
Anonymous said…
Focus on the pilot, Rob!!!! We need you on TV!
7/29/2007
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