Science Fiction (and Fantasy) on Television

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No more Official site, so start with this Early Edition Fan Site.

So, this cat comes to your door. It is carrying a newspaper. Tomorrow's newspaper. What do you do?

This is what happens to Gary Hobson (Kyle Chandler) and he gets to put things right before they happen. So, it follows in a line of shows that do that sort of thing, but Early Edition is certainly different to say, Quantum Leap (though there are certain similarities). Gary gets the newspaper at 6:00 a.m. and has 24 hours to change anything he decides to try to change. Of course it isn't that simple.

Gary runs around Chicago saving people from their imminent doom - with charm, humour and wit. Gary is even moral - using the paper to help others and not to profit for himself (though he has placed bets on races, etc. he does not keep the money). There really isn't anything wrong with the show, but after four good years it came to an end. Do try to catch the reruns though - they're worth the effort.

Marissa Clark (Shanesia Davis-Williams) is a constant in Gary's life. Chuck Fishman (Fisher Stevens) joins Gary in the first two seasons. Erica Paget (Kristy Swanson) joined for only the third season (what a shame!), although actually she was originally only signed for six episodes, so you get more of her than was originally planned. Henry Paget (Myles Jeffrey) also only Season 3 (his fate tied to that of Erica). Patrick Quinn (Billie Worley) is there for parts of Season 3/4.

The cat? No explanation. Where is the paper from? No explanation. Other cities? Yes, there are individuals in other cities who also get an Early Edition and not just in the USA.

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