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Kidnapped By Danger
"Kidnapped by Danger" is the fourteenth episode of the sixth season of the American television comedy series ''30 Rock'', and the 116th overall episode of the series. It was directed by Claire Cowperthwaite, and written by series creator and star Tina Fey. The episode originally aired on NBC in the United States on March 22, 2012, immediately after the previous episode, "Grandmentor". In the episode, Jack (Alec Baldwin) and writer Liz (Tina Fey) have creative differences over the Avery Jessup TV movie project; Avery's mother (Mary Steenburgen) returns to oversee production, rekindling her chemistry with Jack; Kenneth (Jack McBrayer) copes with his new job as an NBC janitor; and Jenna (Jane Krakowski) reacts poorly to a "Weird Al" Yankovic parody of her new single. Jenna (Jane Krakowski) claims to have turned down having sex on three occasions (out of 5) with Harvey Weinstein in this episode. Plot Avery's mother Diana (Mary Steenburgen) arrives to make sure that the TV movie a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
30 Rock
''30 Rock'' is an American satirical sitcom television series created by Tina Fey that originally aired on NBC from October 11, 2006, to January 31, 2013. The series, based on Fey's experiences as head writer for ''Saturday Night Live'', takes place behind the scenes of a fictional live sketch comedy show depicted as airing on NBC. The series's name refers to 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, where the NBC Studios are located and where ''Saturday Night Live'' is written, produced, and performed. The series was produced by Lorne Michaels's Broadway Video (which also produces ''Saturday Night Live'') and Fey's Little Stranger, in association with NBCUniversal. ''30 Rock'' episodes were produced in a single-camera setup (with the exception of the two live episodes that were produced in the multiple-camera setup) and were filmed in New York. The pilot episode premiered on October 11, 2006, and seven seasons followed. The series stars Fey with a supporting cast that ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of 30 Rock Episodes
''30 Rock'' is an American satirical television sitcom that was broadcast on NBC. Created by Tina Fey, the series follows the lives of the head writer of ''The Girlie Show with Tracy Jordan'' (TGS), Liz Lemon (Tina Fey), the other staff members of ''TGS'', and their network executive, Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin). ''30 Rock'' was a critical success, winning several major awards (including Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2007, 2008, and 2009), and achieving the top ranking on many critics' year-end best of 2006 and 2007 lists. On July 14, 2009, the series was nominated for 22 Primetime Emmy Awards, the most in a single year for a comedy series. Despite the acclaim, the series struggled in the ratings throughout its run. It broadcast a total of 138 episodes over seven seasons, from October 11, 2006, to January 31, 2013. In addition, a special episode premiered on July 16, 2020. Series overview Episodes Season 1 (2006–07) Season 2 (2007–08) Season ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Late Night With Jimmy Fallon
''Late Night with Jimmy Fallon'' is an American late-night talk show hosted by comedian Jimmy Fallon. About page from the ''Late Night with Jimmy Fallon'' official website The hour-long show aired from March 2, 2009 to February 7, 2014 on weeknights at 12:35 AM Eastern/11:35 pm Central, on NBC. The third incarnation of the ''Late Night'' franchise originated by [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Standards And Practices (30 Rock)
"Standards and Practices" is the eleventh episode of the sixth season of the American television comedy series ''30 Rock'', and the 114th overall episode of the series. It was directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller, and written by Vali Chandrasekaran. The episode originally aired on NBC in the United States on March 8, 2012. In the episode, Jack (Alec Baldwin) battles teenage nemesis Kaylie Hooper (Chloë Grace Moretz); Liz (Tina Fey) chafes under the power of new network censor Kenneth (Jack McBrayer); and Jenna (Jane Krakowski) attempts to humanize her image by meeting the children produced from her egg donations. Plot The finale of ''America's Kidz Got Singing'' is here and everyone's in high spirits, with Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) proclaiming it's a "great night for the industry" because the show is "something the entire family can enjoy". However, that turns out to be the opposite of the truth when the final two contestants show up drunk on stage. As a result, the night quickly ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Harvey Weinstein Sexual Abuse Cases
In October 2017, ''The New York Times'' and ''The New Yorker'' reported that dozens of women had accused film producer Harvey Weinstein of rape, sexual assault and sexual abuse over a period of at least 30 years. Over 80 women in the film industry eventually accused Weinstein of such acts. Weinstein denied "any non-consensual sex". Shortly after, he was dismissed from The Weinstein Company (TWC), expelled from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and other professional associations, and retired from public view. Criminal investigations into complaints from at least six women took place in Los Angeles, New York City, and London. In May 2018, Weinstein was arrested in New York and charged with rape and other offenses. In February 2020, he was found guilty of rape in the third degree and a criminal sexual act. In March 2020, he was sentenced to 23 years of imprisonment. ''The New York Times'' and ''The New Yorker'' were awarded the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Public Serv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jane Krakowski
Jane Krakowski (; ; born October 11, 1968) is an American actress, comedienne, and singer. She is best known for her starring role as Jenna Maroney in the NBC satirical comedy series ''30 Rock'' (2006–2013, 2020), for which she received four Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Other notable television roles have included Elaine Vassal in the Fox legal comedy-drama series '' Ally McBeal'' (1997–2002) and Jacqueline White in the Netflix comedy series '' Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt'' (2015–2020). For the latter, she received another Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nomination. Krakowski made her feature film debut as Cousin Vicki Johnson in the road comedy '' National Lampoon's Vacation'' (1983), which was followed by roles in '' The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas'' (2000), ''Ice Age'' (2002), '' Alfie'' (2004), '' Open Season'' (2006), ''Pixels'' (2015), and '' The Willoughbys'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jack McBrayer
Jack McBrayer (; born May 27, 1973) is an American actor and comedian, who gained national exposure for his portrayal of characters on '' Late Night with Conan O'Brien'' and as Kenneth Parcell in ''30 Rock''. For his role in ''30 Rock'' he was nominated for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards. He has also had many voice acting roles. During his time at The Walt Disney Company, he has voiced the character Fix-It Felix in the 2012 film '' Wreck-It Ralph'' and later its 2018 sequel, as well as the title character Wander in '' Wander Over Yonder''. McBrayer has recurring roles in ''Phineas and Ferb'', ''Puppy Dog Pals'', '' The Middle'' and in the Netflix series '' Big Mouth''. He appeared in '' The Big Bang Theory'' on the Season 10 premiere episode as Penny’s older brother, Randall. For his episode role in '' Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell'', he received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alec Baldwin
Alexander Rae Baldwin III (born April 3, 1958) is an American actor, comedian, and producer. In his early career, Baldwin played both leading and supporting roles in a variety of films such as Tim Burton's '' Beetlejuice'' (1988), Mike Nichols' '' Working Girl'' (1988), Jonathan Demme's '' Married to the Mob'' (1988), and Oliver Stone's ''Talk Radio'' (1988). He gained attention for his performances as Jack Ryan in '' The Hunt for Red October'' (1990) and in '' Glengarry Glen Ross'' (1992). Since then he has worked with directors such as Woody Allen in ''Alice'' (1990), '' To Rome with Love'' (2012) and '' Blue Jasmine'' (2013), and Martin Scorsese in '' The Aviator'' (2004) and ''The Departed'' (2006). His performance in the drama '' The Cooler'' (2003) garnered him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He has done voice work for ''The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie'' (2004), '' Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa'' (2008), '' Rise of the Guardians'' (2012) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
30 Rock (season 6)
The sixth season of ''30 Rock'', an American television comedy series on the NBC network in the United States, began airing on January 12, 2012. ''30 Rock'' was renewed for a sixth season by NBC on November 15, 2010. The season began airing mid-season to accommodate Tina Fey's pregnancy. On November 14, 2011, NBC announced that ''30 Rock'' would return at the new time of 8:00 pm. This season was initially expected to be Alec Baldwin's last, as he had announced he would be looking to expand into other forms of media. However, in January 2012, Baldwin confirmed that he would remain for the seventh and final season of ''30 Rock''. Season six received positive reviews and 13 Emmy Award nominations. Synopsis The story arcs of season six include: Liz has a new relationship and emotionally matures; Jack continues to attempt to recover his wife from North Korea and find his identity at Kabletown; Kenneth moves up (and later down) the corporate ladder; and Jenna reaches a new l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Shower Principle
"The Shower Principle" is the fifteenth episode of the sixth season of the American television comedy series ''30 Rock'', and the 117th overall episode of the series. It was directed by Stephen Lee Davis, and written by Tom Ceraulo. The episode originally aired on NBC in the United States on March 29, 2012. In the episode, Liz (Tina Fey) realizes that every year in her life is exactly like the last and uses this knowledge to her advantage; Jack (Alec Baldwin) searches for a business pitch that will transform Kabletown; Jenna (Jane Krakowski) deals with a theatrical curse; and Tracy (Tracy Morgan) has trouble with the IRS. Plot In a meeting with her accountant about her taxes, Liz realizes that every year is exactly like the last. By consulting her journal entries from last year, she is able to anticipate and solve several workplace problems. After her new hobby of meditation fails to bring her peace, she realizes that her coworkers are what has left her in a rut. Jack, appalled ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tina Fey
Elizabeth Stamatina "Tina" Fey (; born May 18, 1970) is an American actress, comedian, writer, producer, and playwright. She is best known for her work on the NBC sketch comedy series ''Saturday Night Live'' (1997–2006) and for creating the comedy series ''30 Rock'' (2006–2013) and '' Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt'' (2015–2020). Fey is also known for her work in film, including '' Mean Girls'' (2004), '' Baby Mama'' (2008), '' Date Night'' (2010), '' Megamind'' (2010), '' Muppets Most Wanted'' (2014), '' Sisters'' (2015), '' Whiskey Tango Foxtrot'' (2016), '' Wine Country'' (2019), and ''Soul'' (2020). Fey broke into comedy as a featured player in the Chicago-based improvisational comedy group The Second City. She joined ''Saturday Night Live'' (''SNL'') as a writer, later becoming head writer and a performer, appearing as co-anchor in the ''Weekend Update'' segment and, later, developing a satirical portrayal of 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grandmentor
"Grandmentor" is the thirteenth episode of the sixth season of the American television comedy series ''30 Rock'', and the 116th overall episode of the series. It was directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller, and written by Sam Means. The episode originally aired on NBC in the United States on March 22, 2012. In the episode, Jack (Alec Baldwin) decides to create a TV-movie about Avery to keep her in the media spotlight. Liz (Tina Fey) agrees to write the script and Jenna (Jane Krakowski) campaigns to star in it. Meanwhile, Kenneth (Jack McBrayer) objects to new page Hazel's (Kristen Schaal) permissiveness with Tracy (Tracy Morgan), which prompts Hazel to choose Liz as a mentor. Plot Jack (Alec Baldwin) goes on ''The Today Show'' to keep his wife's plight in the public eye. When his appearance is bumped for breaking news, Jenna (Jane Krakowski) suggests filming a TV movie about the kidnapping to gain more attention for Avery's predicament. Jack agrees and begins to cast it, angering Jen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
