Tuesday - December 16, 2008

Season Two of The Riches is making its way to DVD. The seven episodes will be available on March 24, 2009 in the US and Canada.

According to TvShowsOnDVD, the two-disc set will also contain an "Eddie Izzard: Revealed" bonus feature.

You can preorder the Season Two set on Amazon.com and Amazon.ca.

Sources: TvShowsOnDVD.com

Thursday - November 20, 2008

There might be hope yet for fans of the FX show "The Riches". Today Eddie Izzard announced that the team behind the show is working on a movie version of "The Riches".

While the show was critically acclaimed and especially Izzard and co-star Minnie Driver received praise and award nominations, viewer numbers just weren't enough for a renewal by FX Networks. Just last month the show was officially canceled.

Izzard didn't reveal much about plans for the movie, but did indicate that a meeting took place and that the writers are working on a possible story. He also mentioned that the current financial situation is "perfect" to make an "independently-funded film version of the show"

Thanks for the tip to our forum member ZinglebertBembledack. Come join him and others to discuss the new buzz in our forum.

Sources: United Press International, BBC News

Wednesday - October 8, 2008

It is official. After many rumors and questions about the fate of the show, FX announced yesterday that it has canceled the show. To blame are apparently ratings. While the show was critically praised, there just weren't enough viewers tuning in that would have justified a third season.

According to news reports, FX was looking for a co-sponsor but was unable to interest anyone.

For the time being, we will keep the forum open and you are welcome to join us there.

Sources: Variety.Com, Broadcasting & Cable

Wednesday - September 3, 2008

Season Two of "The Riches" is starting today in both Canada and the UK. Virgin 1 in the UK is airing the show at 21.00 (9pm) on Wednesdays, while Canada's Showcase airs the show at 22:00 (10pm) ET/ 19:00 (7pm) PT also on Wednesdays.

Starting off the new season will be the episode "The Last Temptation of Wayne."

After watching the new episode, come join us in our forum.

Monday - March 17, 2008 

With the first episode of Season Two premiering tomorrow, things have been heating up for “The Riches”. 

Season Premiere: “The Last Temptation of Wayne” will air for the first time tomorrow at 10pm on FX and will pick up exactly where we left the Riches at the end of Season One. A dramatic season opener is almost guaranteed. A short synopsis for the episode is now available, but read at your own risk as it contains spoilers. For additional showtimes of the episode, check your local listings.

Interview: In anticipation of the Season Two Premiere, Minnie Driver and Eddie Izzard took part in a conference call to chat about season two, the future of the Rich family and the show, and what exactly fascinates them about their characters. You can read the entire interview at movieweb.com, but be aware that there are spoilers contained.

The Riches Collectibles and Giveaways: Ever wanted to meet Minnie Driver in person? Well, here is your chance: Since Friday, fans can bid on “The Ultimate Riches Experience”, which includes a lunch date with Minnie Driver, a prop from “The Riches” set, and several autographed items. But that is not all; FX included $100,000, which will be paid to the winning bidder. All proceeds will go to Oxfam America, a charity for which Minnie Driver acts as ambassador.  For more details and rules go to the auction site.

Presented by GMC Arcadia, FX brings you “The Riches Giveaway.” Starting this week, watch The Riches every Tuesday at 10pm on FX for clues and then answer quiz questions about the show. You could win a 1 ct. diamond ring or a 50” plasma HDTV with home entertainment system. There will be 3 new questions every week.  For rules and to play, go to “The Riches Giveaway.”

“The Riches” also got together with blogcritics.org for the giveaway of a poster of the show, autographed by Minnie Driver and Eddie Izzard. All you have to do is fill out an entry form before March 27th, and you could be the lucky winner.

Site Updates: Finally, over the last couple of weeks we have been adding new content to the site. There are new behind the scenes videos and season two trailers in our video section. We have added podcasts where the stars of the show answer fan questions. And last but not least, a gallery has been added to the site where you will find official episode stills. Check back regularly, as new videos and stills will be added.

We hope you enjoy Season Two of "The Riches" and come join us and other fans in the Forum  to discuss the show.

Sources: FXNetworks.Com, Movieweb.Com, eBay.Com, and Blogcritics.Org

Sunday - December 2, 2007  

"The Riches" Are Making Their Way Down Under 

December 3rd, "The Riches" will make their first appearance on Australian TV, more specifically on the new Foxtel channel Showcase at 8:30pm. The channel will be free to subscribers of Showtime. For more info about Showcase read the official press release.

Australian critics call it a strikingly original drama series that "doesn't just look promising; it's already delivered", The Sydney Morning Herald.

"The Riches" will debut with a double-episode: the Pilot starting at 8:30pm, followed by "Believe The Lie." There will be several repeats throughout the week, with the 3rd episode ("Operation Education") premiering on Monday, December 10th.

Sources: The Sydney Morning Herald, TV Tonight

Monday - November 26, 2007 

Season 1 of "The Riches" Available on DVD January 2008

According to TVShowsOnDVD.Com, Fox will release Season 1 of "The Riches" on January 8, 2008 in the US. 

Earlier this month Fox revealed more details: The DVD Set will consist of 4 DVDs, subtitles will be available in English, French, and Spanish, and the set will contain special features including the Casting Session and possibly a Gag Reel. In addition, Eddie Izzard and show creator Dmitry Lipkin will provide audio commentary for the Pilot Episode and the season finale, "Waiting for Dogot". 

Check out the Disc-by-Disc breakdown and the cover art at TVShowsOnDVD.Com and talk about it in our Forum.

The set is available for pre-order at Amazon.Com at the special price of $34.99 -- 30 percent off the suggested retail price (subject to change).

Source: TVShowsOnDVD.Com  

Friday - August 3, 2007 

"The Riches" will hit the UK in Fall

"The Riches" starring British actors Minnie Driver and Eddie Izzard is finally coming to the UK. According to Variety , the show will air in the UK on Virgin 1, Virgin Media's new entertainment channel.

Virgin 1 will launch this fall and "The Riches" will be one of the highlights.  Program director Celia Taylor stated that " 'The Riches' embodies the spirit of the channel perfectly, by being unconventional and challenging to the viewer yet authentic and believable." Virgin 1 was not the only UK network interested in purchasing "The Riches" but succeeded in the end.

Virgin 1 is in the process of launching its own webpage, which will hopefully provide more detailed information about the premiere of the show.  Stay tuned for more updates.

Source: Variety.com

The Riches centers on an American family, but not your average family, to be sure.
When we meet the Malloy family for the first time, the father and three children are doing what they do best - con others - while the mother is due to be released from prison.
So far, the Malloy's have spent their lives as gypsies amongst their extensive travelers clan. However, this soon changes when the family is forced to leave the clan behind. They take off in their RV, but not without cleaning out the clan's cash stash.
Now, unsure where to go and what the future holds, the Malloys are struck by yet another misfortune when they are involved in a car accident.  The father, however, is not one to give up so easily. He has the 'brilliant' idea of taking on the identities of the Riches, the couple killed in the car accident. The Malloys head to the house recently purchased by the Riches and take up residence. The beginning of a new chapter… 

The Malloy Family

Wayne Malloy (Eddie Izzard) – The father: He is in the middle of a midlife crisis caused when his wife was sent to prison. He sees an opportunity in the car accident to finally settle into a ‘normal’ life and live the American Dream.

Dahlia Malloy (Minnie Driver) – The mother: While she spent two years in prison, she developed a serious drug habit, which she is now trying to hide from her family. She also has a difficult time leaving the family clan behind and questions Wayne’s decision to take on the Riches’ identities.

Di Di Malloy (Shannon Marie Woodward) – The only daughter: Di Di is a typical teenager, sarcastic and struggling to find her place in life. Having spent two of her teenage years without her mother, she seems unsure about her place in the family. When it temporarily appears that the family will split up, Di Di chooses to stay with her father.

Cael Malloy (Noel Fisher) – The eldest son: Being the oldest of the Malloy children, Cael learned to take care of his family while his mother was in prison. He appears to be more protective and supportive of his mother. Cael also is the one struggling the most with giving up their traveler lifestyle, feeling out of place when the family moves into the Riches’ house.

Sam Malloy (Aidan Mitchell) – The youngest son: Sam is the baby of the family and had a hard time living without his mom for two years. Now, that his mom is back home, he is very attached to her. He also loves to wear his sister’s old dresses, causing the neighbors to think that the Malloys have two girls.
 

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