Desperate Housewives Was Rejected by HBO and Showtime Before Becoming an ABC Hit
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David Rode
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The article discusses how "Desperate Housewives," which became a massive hit for ABC after its 2004 debut, was initially turned down by premium cable networks HBO and Showtime before finding a home at ABC. The show went on to become a cultural phenomenon and ratings success for the network.
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· 1 pulledWhen 'Desperate Housewives' debuted, it was an immediate hit and managed to stand out during arguably the g
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