Fall TV report card

"Blindspot," NBC – Though it wasn't universally acclaimed, most critics thought the new mystery drama starring "Thor's" Jaimie Alexander had potential. Audiences felt the same, tuning in in large numbers after "The Voice" premiere. B+

Fall TV report card

"Minority Report," Fox – The Steven Spielberg movie with Tom Cruise was a hit with critics and audiences, but the spinoff TV series, which takes place years later, was not so impressive. Its first night ratings don't make it look like a survivor, either. D

Fall TV report card

"Life in Pieces," CBS – The new comedy, which some critics (though not all, to be sure) felt was too similar to "Modern Family," nevertheless had a big first week in the ratings, thanks to its lead-in, "Big Bang Theory." B

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"Limitless," CBS – Like "Minority Report," this is a continuation of a feature film. It brought in the most viewers of any new Tuesday night show in its first week, along with mostly favorable reviews. A-

Fall TV report card

"Best Time Ever With Neil Patrick Harris," NBC – Two weeks in, this live show seems to be figuring out just what it wants to be (a prank involving Britney Spears appears to be the only real highlight), and NBC decided to keep it on after "The Voice" to boost ratings. C-

Fall TV report card

"Rosewood," Fox – There were huge ratings for this premiere, in large part since it debuted before the much-anticipated "Empire" season premiere. Even so, critics didn't love the show, giving it a mere 7% score on Rotten Tomatoes. C

Fall TV report card

"Heroes Reborn," NBC: Viewers were curious enough about this reboot of the original "Heroes" which ran on NBC from 2006 to 2010 that the new show had strong ratings for its premiere. Critics weren't so forgiving, however. C+

Fall TV report card

"The Player," NBC: Wesley Snipes' new drama was not well reviewed, the audience seemed to follow suit as the premiere night ratings were also less than impressive. D