The WB’s November Sweep

(October 26, 2004 – Burbank, CA) — The WB Network will kick-off a November sweep of epic proportions when it presents the world broadcast television premiere of the critically acclaimed box office smash, “THE LORD OF THE RINGS, THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING,” over two nights on Sunday, November 7 and Monday, November 8. The November lineup will also include the network’s first made-for-television movie, “SAMANTHA: AN AMERICAN GIRL HOLIDAY,” on Tuesday, November 23, with an encore presentation on Thanksgiving night, Thursday, November 25. Based on the popular American Girls Collection of dolls and books, the movie brings to life the story of Samantha Parkington, an orphan girl being raised by her wealthy grandmother in 1904. AnnaSophia Robb (star of the upcoming feature films “Because of Winn-Dixie” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”) stars in the title role and Mia Farrow (“Rosemary’s Baby) appears as her grandmother. Monday highlights include the November 22 episode of “7TH HEAVEN,” when Lucy (Beverley Mitchell) faces a pregnancy scare and is rushed to the hospital, while Simon’s (David Gallagher) girlfriend (guest star Rheagan Wallace) tells him that she is pregnant. On November 29, actor/singer Wayne Newton guest-stars as himself. Big changes are in store on the critically acclaimed drama “EVERWOOD” on November 15 when Ephram (Gregory Smith) realizes he has learned all he can from Will Cleveland (guest star James Earl Jones) and it’s time to find a new piano teacher. On November 22, Amy (Emily VanCamp) and Ephram make the momentous decision to sleep together for the first time, while Andy’s (Treat Williams) feelings for Amanda (guest star Anne Heche) continue to grow despite his reservations. The hit Tuesday night lineup of “GILMORE GIRLS” and “ONE TREE HILL” will continue its hot streak this November. On the November 9 episode of “GILMORE GIRLS,” Emily (Kelly Bishop) and Richard (Edward Herrmann) throw a party to introduce Rory (Alexis Bledel) to all the eligible sons of their Yale alumni friends, leading Dean (Jared Padalecki) to question his place in Rory’s world. On November 16, Emily decides it’s time to start dating again, and Lorelai (Lauren Graham) asks Christopher (David Sutcliffe) to lunch and is surprised when both Luke (Scott Patterson) and Rory are not happy about it. On “ONE TREE HILL,” Maria Menounos (“Entertainment Tonight”) guest-stars on November 9, when Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan (James Lafferty) are off on a road trip, and Brooke (Sophia Bush), Peyton (Hilarie Burton), Anna (Daniella Alonso) and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) throw a rowdy slumber party. On November 16, a romantic riverboat is the setting for the Tree Hill High Formal, where secrets come bubbling to the surface. Wednesday nights feature the new lineup of two critical favorites, “SMALLVILLE” and “JACK & BOBBY.” On November 10, “SMALLVILLE” falls under an ancient spell when Lana (Kristin Kreuk), Lois (Erica Durance) and Chloe (Allison Mack) are possessed by 17th century witches whose powers are even greater than Clark’s (Tom Welling). Jane Seymour (“Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman”) guest-stars as the mother of Lana’s boyfriend Jason (Jensen Ackles) on November 17. On “JACK & BOBBY,” after the suicide of a friend, Jack (Matt Long) is haunted by the thought that he should have done more to help, and Grace’s troubled younger brother makes an unexpected visit on November 17. On the Thursday night lineup, the boys of “BLUE COLLAR TV” – Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and Larry the Cable Guy – welcome country music star LeAnn Rimes and a very special surprise guest on November 18. On November 11, “DREW CAREY’S GREEN SCREEN SHOW” features a new game show called “You Bet Your Pants.” On the Friday night comedies, singer Gavin DeGraw guest-stars and wedding bells ring for Val (Jennie Garth) on the November 19 episode of “WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU,” but Holly (Amanda Bynes) is horrified when Val and Rick (Ed Kerr) come down with a bad case of cold feet. On “GROUNDED FOR LIFE,” Trent Ford (“How To Deal”) guest stars on November 19. Finally, “REBA” (Reba McEntire) is thrilled when Kyra (Scarlett Pomers) considers moving back home on November 12, and everyone shares a traditionally dysfunctional Thanksgiving on November 19. Sunday nights kick off with music and comedy when “STEVE HARVEY’S BIG TIME” welcomes musical guest Nina Sky on November 14, and actor/comedian David Spade on November 21. On “CHARMED,” when the bewitching Halliwell sisters investigate a murder at Magic School, Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) and Agent Brody (guest star Kerr Smith, “Dawson’s Creek”) are trapped in the film noir world of a 1930s gangster film on November 14. Charisma Carpenter (“Angel”) guest-stars as The Seer on November 28. On “THE MOUNTAIN,” David (Oliver Hudson) investigates a death when the body of a former employee turns up on a chair lift on November 14, and James Marsters (“Angel”) guest-stars on November 21 as Sam’s (Penn Badgely) reckless father. The WB will also present the hit feature film “A WALK TO REMEMBER, “starring Mandy Moore, on November 24. # # #