When we last left Wilfred, Ryan followed the address on the envelope he found in his father’s office to an unknown location that had a Wilfred statue carved in the ground. The entire series of Wilfred has focused in on one question (who (or what) is Wilfred?) and there’s yet to be a definitive stance taken by the show, as Wilfred’s penchant for giving Ryan guff has been used to head fake the audience multiple times. Just when you think some type of answer has been discovered, it’s all revealed to be Wilfred doing his best to mess with Ryan’s already vulnerable disposition, something that has set back the latter’s journey toward answers about his childhood and the origin of Wilfred multiple times.

While the death of his father was a crushing blow for Ryan, especially since his opinion of the old man had lightened after doing some soul searching and undergoing therapy, it could end up being the catalyst for his final push for answers due to the existence of the letter. This is Ryan’s biggest lead yet and it’s something that Wilfred doesn’t know about yet, so if he’s able to keep the information to himself, he might have a chance at actually finding some resolution and the inner peace that comes from solving a problem that has been lingering for quite some time. But will he be prepared for whatever he finds out about Wilfred’s origins and his family’s connection to his four-legged friend?

The fourth and final season of Wilfred premieres Wednesday, June 25th at 10:00 on FXX.

Will you be watching Wilfred? How definitive of an answer regarding what Wilfred is do you think we’ll receive? Is Wilfred real or has Ryan been hallucinating his existence this entire time?

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FX will be premiering two new dramas this coming summer in Tyrant and The Strain. The former, to bow Tuesday, June 24th at 10:00, comes from Howard Gordon (24) and Gideon Raff (Homeland) and tells the story of Bassam “Barry” Al Fayeed (Adam Rayner), the younger son of the dictator of a war-torn nation. He decides to end a self-imposed 20-year exile from his home country and returns, this time with his wife and children, only to find that the culture clash his family experiences threatens to swallow them whole. The latter, set to become FX’s first Sunday drama with a July 13th premiere, is based on the best-selling trilogy of the same name and follows Dr. Ephraim Goodweather (Corey Stoll), the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. When his team gets called in to investigate a viral outbreak with the hallmarks of vampirism, nothing will ever be the same.

In addition to Rayner, Tyrant stars Jennifer Finnigan (Monday Mornings), Justin Kirk (Weeds), Jordana Spiro (My Boys), Moran Atias (The Next Three Days), and Ashraf Barhom (The Kingdom). The Strain, which was created by Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth) and will be ran by Carlton Cuse (Lost), stars David Bradley (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban), Kevin Durand (X-Men Origins: Wolverine), Mia Maestro (Frida), Regina King (Southland), and Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers).

Additionally, FX will be returning one drama this summer in the form of The Bridge, which underwent some upheaval behind the scenes with the departure of co-creator Meredith Stiehm. To debut Wednesday, July 9th at 10:00, the second season of The Bridge finds Marco reeling from the death of his son, Sonya encountering a mysterious man who threatens to come between her and Hank, and Daniel and Adriana continuing to follow the Millie Quintana Money House.

FX will also be debuting three comedies during the summer months, starting with Andrew Gurland’s Married on Thursday, July 17th at 10:00. Starring Nat Faxon (Ben & Kate) and Judy Greer (Archer), the series follows a married couple drowning in kids, debt, and suburbia, who are sometimes reminded of just how deep a connection they share. Following the premiere of Married is You’re the Worst, which debuts Thursday, July 17th at 10:30. From Stephen Falk (Weeds), the comedy tells the story of two self-destructive people (Aya Cash, Chris Geere) who fall in love despite themselves and attempt the impossible—a relationship. Finally, the network will be debuting its next 10/90 comedy, Partners, on Monday, August 4th at 9:00. Airing its first 10 episodes in 5 weeks, the series stars Martin Lawrence (Martin) and Kelsey Grammer (Frasier) as two Chicago lawyers from vastly different backgrounds who unexpectedly meet in court as they each face a personal crisis.

Meanwhile, at FXX, the final season of Wilfred is set to premiere Wednesday, June 25th at 10:00 with back-to-back episodes. The series, which barely managed to scrape a fourth season renewal after a third season collapse, will have 10 episodes in its final season and will serve as FXX’s lone summer scripted entry.

You can check out teasers for The Strain and Tyrant below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik-xoo-sKR4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBfjA-oU7KE

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This week on TVHackr, we talked about what’s coming up next on Boardwalk Empire, the renewal of Covert Affairs, and Paget Brewster’s return to Criminal Minds, while the internet touched on hip hop, how to fix fall’s worst new shows, and what hit Netflix this month.

ABC planning on a Modern Family Spin-off
ABC is in talks to build a Modern Family spinoff around Rob Riggle’s character Gil Thorpe, the nemesis of Phil Dunphy. However, nothing has been made official and there are other characters that could head the spinoff.

A&E Developing Adaptation of French Drama The Returned
A&E has put an English adaptation of French zombie drama The Returned into development about a month before the series makes its American debut on Sundance.

Hello Ladies Series Premiere Sneak Peeks: Stuart Hits the Los Angeles Dating Scene
On the series premiere of Hello Ladies, British web designer Stuart moves to Los Angeles in an attempt to crack the world of beautiful people and find himself a date.

The White Queen Episode 7 Recap: Stay in Here and Be Dead
While Edward decides to make war on France at the urging of George on The White Queen, Elizabeth is accused of being a witch and Isabel falls mysteriously ill.

Bob’s Burgers Season 4 Premiere Recap: Thundergirl in the Hole
The Belcher family goes on a camping trip and while Bob and Linda get lost after being swept away by the river, the kids learn about survivialism and Tina turns her back on her scout troop.

Alaska: The Last Frontier returns on Discovery
The third season of the Discovery series, which follows the Kilcher family in their battles against the elements, is set to premiere Sunday, October 6th at 9:00.

Boardwalk Empire Season 4: Spoilers for October Episodes
Coming up on Boardwalk Empire, Dr. Narcisse continues trying to turn Dunn against Chalky, while Gillian looks for a way to get Tommy back, Van Alden gets dragged into the middle of the Capone/O’Banion turf war, and Eli is backed into a corner by Agent Knox.

Hello Ladies: Watch the Series Premiere Here
HBO has uploaded the series premiere of Stephan Merchant-fronted comedy Hello Ladies to it Youtube channel, which you can watch here.

Homeland: Watch the Season 3 Premiere Here
Showtime has uploaded the third season premiere of Homeland to its recently launched show-centric Youtube channel, which you can watch here.

Paget Brewster Returning to Criminal Minds
Paget Brewster is set to return to Criminal Minds for the show’s upcoming 200th episode. What will bring her back to town?

Once Upon a Time in Wonderland: Watch the First 20 Minutes of the Series Premiere Here
You can watch the first 20 minutes of Once Upon a Time spinoff Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, which follows Alice (from Alice in Wonderland) in an insane asylum, here.

Castle Review: “Dreamworld”
On this week’s episode of Castle, Beckett races against time to save Castle, searching for the man who stole the poison in order to get the antidote.

HIMYM 9.03 Review: Last Time in New York
On this week’s episode of How I Met Your Mother, Lily discovers Ted’s list of things he wants to do in New York, while Robin and Barney panic at the impending arrival of their relatives.

ABC Family’s Mystery Girls to host 90210 Reunion?
Jennie Garth is reportedly in talks to join ABC Family comedy pilot Mystery Girls, where she would be reunited with 90210 co-star Tori Spelling.

The Simpsons to Kill Off Regular Character in Season 25
The Simpsons is planning to kill off a regular character, voiced by one of their many Emmy winners, sometime this season. Who will meet their end?

NBC Axes Camp After One Season
NBC has canceled summer drama Camp, which followed the exploits at a family camp and starred Rachel Griffiths, according to star Nikolai Nikolseff.

Sara Canning enters Canadian Medical Drama
Vampire Diaries alum Sara Canning has joined Canadian medical drama Remedy as a general surgeon. The drama finishes production this coming January.

David Tennant will Reprise Broadchurch Role for US Adaptation
The Doctor Who actor will reprise his Broadchurch role in the upcoming American adaptation, which will be showran by Dan Futterman and Anya Epstein.

Betrayal 1.02 Preview: Sara Recommits Herself to Her Husband
On the next episode of Betrayal, Sara attempts to recommit herself to Drew after finding out who Jack really is, while the murder case begins unfolding.

The Big Bang Theory: Bob Newhart Returning, Bill Nye to Guest Star
Fresh off his Emmy win, Bob Newhart will be returning to The Big Bang Theory, while Bill Nye will make his first appearance on the CBS comedy.

FOX Orders John Mulaney Sitcom Originally Developed by NBC
FOX has given a six-episode series order to Mulaney, a multi-cam comedy originally developed by John Mulaney at NBC last season.

Witches of East End Promos and Spoilers: Everyone Has Darkness in Them
Lifetime has released new promos for Witches of East End, premiering Sunday, October 6th, in addition to descriptions for the first two episodes.

Motive Renewed for Summer 2014 Return by ABC
ABC has renewed Canadian procedural Motive for a second season, which will premiere sometime next summer.

Homeland star joins HBO’s David Milch’s Pilot ‘Money’
David Harewood has signed on to HBO David Milch pilot The Money, where he’ll be playing a short-tempered CEO.

Wilfred Renewed for Fourth and Final Season
FX has renewed Wilfred for a fourth and final season, which will consist of 10 episodes and air on sister network FXX.

Global YouTube channels for The X Factor and Got Talent
Syco Entertainment and FremantleMedia have launched Youtube channels for the popular talent competitions.

Sleepy Hollow Renewed for Season 2 by FOX
Sleepy Hollow becomes the first new fall show to secure a renewal, as FOX will be bringing the series back for a second 13-episode season in the 2014-2015 season.

NBC Inks Deal for Mark Burnett’s Space-Themed Reality Show
NBC has secured Mark Burnett’s Space Race, a reality-competition series where contestants compete for a chance to go to space.

Spartacus: The Uncut Saga Schedule Revealed by Starz
Starz has revealed the schedule for their upcoming Spartacus reair, where every episode will be replayed and bonus content will be broadcast for the first time.

Covert Affairs renewed for another Season
USA has renewed Covert Affairs for a fifth season, set to consist of 16 episodes. The second half of season four premieres later this fall.

24 Alum Dennis Haysbert to Guest on ABC’s Trophy Wife
ABC comedy Trophy Wife will receive a visit from a former TV President in the form of Dennis Haysbert, who will stop by later this season.

Community: Nathan Fillion to Guest Star in Season 5
Castle star Nathan Fillion has signed on to guest star on the fifth season of Community. But who will he be playing?

Kim Raver Returning for 24: Live Another Day
Upcoming 12-episode FOX event series 24: Live Another Day continues to fill out its cast by bringing back Kim Raver.

Nikita’s Final Season Set to Premiere Friday, November 22nd
The six-episode final season of Nikita will premiere Friday, November 22nd at 9:00 and conclude December 27th.

Hart of Dixie Season 3 Spoilers: Is Zoe Done Practicing Medicine in BlueBell?
Coming up on Hart of Dixie, Zoe might not be allowed to practice medicine in BlueBell for one year, while Lemon gets in trouble when she tries to overthrow the leader of the Belles.

People in New Jersey: HBO Casts Silverman, Grace and LuPone
Sarah Silverman, Topher Grace, and Patti LuPone have joined People in New Jersey, an HBO comedy pilot from Lorne Michaels.

Lucky 7 Cancelled by ABC
ABC has pulled the plug on Lucky 7 after two low-rated episodes and will replace the lotto drama with repeats of Scandal.

The Wire is Jay Z and Lost is Kanye: Phonte has thought a lot about which rappers correspond to which classic television shows (The A.V. Club)
Rapper Phonte has analogized several rappers, including Eminem, 50 Cent, and Kanye West, with classic (and current) television shows, including Oz, Arrested Development, and The Newsroom.

What’s New on Netflix Streaming This Month: October 2013 (Vulture)
Vulture has compiled everything that was added to Netflix this month, should you have the time to watch something else in the middle of the fall season.

Facebook Reveals the New Fall TV Shows Generating the Most Buzz (Variety)
Which new fall television shows are creating the most Facebook buzz? Which are creating the least? Is it necessarily true that the more buzz created, the higher the ratings?

10 Great TV Shows Just Waiting to Be Made (TIME)
While we’re in the middle of rolling out countless new seasons of both returning favorites and promising newcomers, TIME counts down 10 shows that should be made and which networks should be the one to make them.

Why Television Takes Time to Become Great (Den of Geek)
Den of Geek argues that just because a show has a poor first season doesn’t mean it should be cancelled.

Quick  fixes for the fall’s worst new TV Shows – Dad, Betrayal and more (Hitfix)
Hitfix takes a look at the worst new shows this fall and offers solutions that could help them right the way creatively.

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A renewal was looking less and less likely for Wilfred as its third season went on, with ratings down close to half from its season two numbers. The show was essentially by itself for the first time after former companion Louie took 2013 off and ran into several high profile events (NBA finals game 7, 4th of July, NFL preseason) that ate into its audience, never allowing it to find its footing this season. However, with the show’s positive critical notices and the introduction of FXX, this is a way for FX to keep both the creative and critical communities happy, as well as continue building FXX with known properties that skew rather young and send a message to fans that the network won’t yank the rug from under their feet.

Had FXX not been in existence yet, there might not have been a fourth season of Wilfred, but FX is in need of programming and can afford to give the series, based on the Australian comedy of the same name, a send-off. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and The League have already moved to the network, garnering impressive season premieres considering the channel’s availability, while the first FXX original to launch will be animated comedy Chozen. The network, which caters to the 18-34 demographic, is a part of FX’s plan to grow from 13 original series to 25 over the next couple of years.

The final season of Wilfred is set to premiere sometime in 2014.

How do you feel about Wilfred getting a definite end date? Do you want to find out what exactly Wilfred is or do you prefer the air of mystery around his existence? Will Ryan ever find happiness as long as he’s around Wilfred?

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2013 San Diego Comic-Con begins Wednesday, July 17th with a preview night; the following day kicks off a four-day string of panels, press rooms, and screenings. Among the shows that have been confirmed to attend this year’s convention are Teen Wolf, Sleepy Hollow, Bob’s Burgers, Defiance, and Adventure Time.

Will you be going to Comic-Con this year? Are you surprised at any of the FX series not attending the convention? Is there a show out there that you’re disappointed about not heading to 2013 Comic-Con?

Thursday, July 18th
4:00 p.m. – Wilfred
Who’ll be there: Elijah Wood, Jason Gann, Fiona Gubelmann, and Dorian Brow,n as well as showrunners Eli Jorné and Reed Agnew and executive producer David Zuckerman

Black Sails
Who’ll be there: Zach McGowan, Jessica Parker Kennedy, Mark Ryan, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, and series creators Jonathan Steinberg and Robert Levin

Friday, July 19th
5:00 p.m. – Archer
Who’ll be there:  H. Jon Benjamin, Aisha Tyler, Chris Parnell, Amber Nash, and Lucky Yates, plus series creator Adam Reed and executive producer Matt Thompson

Sunday, July 21st
3:00 p.m. – It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Who’ll be there: Rob McElhenney, Glenn Howerton, Charlie Day, Kaitlin Olson, and Danny DeVito

3:50 p.m. – Sons of Anarchy
Who’ll be there: Kurt Sutter, Paris Barclay, Charlie Hunnam, Ron Perlman, Katey Sagal, Maggie Siff, Kim Coates, Mark Boone Junior,  Tommy Flanagan, Theo Rossi, Dayton Callie, and Jimmy Smits

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With the slightly altered way of airing this season of Wilfred, it looks as if the show will eventually be paired with a new 10-episode comedy that debuts following the hiatus. There had been some uncertainty as to how FX would handle the delay of critically acclaimed Louie, which aired with Wilfred last season; would they slot in something new? Throw Anger Management into the hour? Move Wilfred to 11:00 following summer drama The Bridge? Now that the show is staying on Thursdays and Anger Management hasn’t shown the type of ratings power that would facilitate such a move, it’s only a matter of which comedy it will be paired with and how compatible the two will be.

Wilfred stars Elijah Wood (Lord of the Rings), Jason Gann (The Wedge), Fiona Gubelmann (Blades of Glory), and Dorian Brown (Home Run). This season will find Fringe alum Lance Reddick guest starring as Ryan’s therapist.

You can check out a series of teasers for the third season of Wilfred here.

Will you be watching Wilfred this season? What do you think the show should be paired with? Is Ryan any closer to finding out what exactly Wilfred is and the role the dog is meant to play in his life?

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In the string of teasers, there are no plot points for the upcoming season revealed; we don’t get to see anything about Wilfred’s role in Ryan’s life before the suicide attempt or any hints about whether Jenna would still be around. However, we do get to see Wilfred engage in some dog-like activity – only in his way. While playing a game, Ryan shows him a catalog full of things Wilfred said he’d hump; Ryan puts medication in string cheese, which Wilfred knows about yet still devours; the two encounter a police dog that Wilfred calls a narc; Ryan steps out onto his porch to get the paper and Wilfred destroys a pillow, for fear that Ryan would be gone forever.

Joining Wilfred stars Elijah Wood and Jason Gann this season is Fringe alum Lance Reddick, who, according to The Hollywood Reporter, is set to guest star as Ryan’s calm, no-nonsense therapist.

The third season of Wilfred premieres this June on FX. The network recently announced that it would be splitting in two beginning this fall, with It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The League, and Legit among the shows that would move to comedy-focused FXX. The fate of Wilfred, should it be renewed for a fourth season, was left unmentioned.

Will you be watching Wilfred this season? Where do you think the show goes after what happened in last season’s finale? Which fellow FX show would you like to see air with Wilfred now that Louie is delayed until May 2014?

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