Dead Like Me

With every episode of Pushing Daisies I watch, the sorrier I get that I missed creator Bryan Fuller's 2003 show Dead Like Me. The Showtime series centered on a sassy grim reaper named George, who's tasked with stealing souls. The black comedy lasted for two seasons and developed a serious fan following in the process.

A straight-to-DVD movie is currently in the works, and now the first trailer has been released. The movie introduces a few new characters, including Cameron Cane (Henry Ian Cusick), the new boss of the reapers. I'm curious to hear what fans of the show think, so check it out below. As for me, I'll finally be renting the show on DVD to get caught up with George before this movie hits stores. To watch the trailer, just read more

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