I just previewed the pilot of a new Lifetime channel television series, Drop Dead Diva, premiering Sunday night July 12, at 9pm (ET/PT). I thoroughly enjoyed this hour long comedy drama. In addition to being very funny, Drop Dead Diva deals with body and self-image issues that make it a perfect TV show to watch with your teenage daughters.
Drop Dead Diva tells the story of Deb, a shallow model who dies in a sudden accident and then finds her soul has resurfaced in the body of a brilliant, plus-size attorney. Deb must come to terms with inhabiting Jane's plus-size frame in the ultimate showdown between brains and beauty. It is Heaven Can Wait with women and a message. Check out this very short video:
At the very beginning of the episode, I was worried that Drop Dead Diva was either going to be silly, or worse yet, do the exact opposite of what it is intended to do and make the wrong statement on body issues. However, once Deb inhabits Jane's body, Drop Dead Diva succeeds beautifully. When I finished watching the episode, I wanted to see the next one right away. Check out Drop Dead Diva on Lifetime on Sunday, July 12th.
See also:
Drop Dead Diva Returns to Lifetime TV in June
Drop Dead Diva: TV comedy/drama dealing with body image
I have seen the show advertised but have not watched it yet. Based on what you wrote, I will make sure to catch it!
I love this show! I think it's the best show of the summer. I wouldn't be suprised if some other network picks up this show after episode 13. That is if Lifetime decides to run more episodes.
I've heard Liza Minnelli, Sharon Lawrence, Rosie O'Donnell and many other celebrities will have a guest appearance on the show.
I love this show!!!
So do I. Brooke Elliot as Deb/Jane is fantastic.
this show is the greatest! love jane.
This show is fantastic... Brillant writers and I think this is The Best Show of this year.
love it...my eli stone / boston legal replacement!!
Brooke Elliot should be allowed to sing more on the show. She is great
love this show too...