January 18, 2006
CBS to Debut Micro-Series
In what is clearly a reflection of CBS producers' (unflattering) perception of their viewers diminishing attention span, CBS said Tuesday that it will broadcast a "micro-series" in seven installments of a minute or less, and will also make it available online and by cell phone. The Washington Post reports.
"The Courier," described by the network as a serialized drama about a man risking his life to rescue his kidnapped wife, will debut Jan. 24 during the first-act commercial break of "CSI: Miami".
Viewers can follow the story in more detail on the Internet at CBS.com, where the segments will be available after the TV broadcast along with an interactive story line with its own set of clues and a sweepstakes with a car as the prize. Pontiac is the sole sponsor of the series.
After the TV airing, episodes of "The Courier" also can be seen on cell phones via Verizon Wireless V Cast Service, CBS said.
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