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Why Would Anybody Watch "The OC"?

Zotona
09-04-2005, 20:26
Why would anybody actually watch "The OC"? I'm just curious about that 'un. I've only watched a small portion of two or three episodes, usually due to boredom.

(EDIT: Messed up, there's no poll)
Nekone
09-04-2005, 20:29
Why would anybody actually watch "The OC"? I'm just curious about that 'un. I've only watched a small portion of two or three episodes, usually due to boredom.

(EDIT: Messed up, there's no poll)I think you just answered your own question there...

don't watch it... never watched it... don't know what channel it's on... don't know what day it's on... don't know what time it's on.






Please leave me to ignorace in this case. :D
Nirvana Temples
09-04-2005, 20:32
good question
Zotona
09-04-2005, 20:32
I think some ppl watch it because they like to watch the skinny people make out with each other. :p :rolleyes:
Jenrak
09-04-2005, 20:33
The OC is the ultimate apathy of terribleness. Even my English teacher agrees that it sucks, and we usually hate each other to the bone.
Glinde Nessroe
10-04-2005, 03:09
This show is possibly one of the saddest presentations of the world I've ever seen.
Lancamore
10-04-2005, 03:29
I've never watched it, but I hate it anyway. I make fun of it wherever possible. What's odd is that there are people who like it... they snap at me for making fun of it...

""OMG did you watch the OC last night??"" ""OMG YES I CAN'T BELIEVE IT OMG"" ""OMG SHE'S A LESBIAN!!!""
Trammwerk
10-04-2005, 03:34
lowculture.com has an ongoing joke about mocking the OC. Or at least it did.

It's just a soap. Why does anyone watch soaps? Because they're more interesting than our daily lives. That's why they fill up the most tedious hours of our time on this earth.
JRV
10-04-2005, 03:38
I watched the first season, and didn't consider it that bad. But do understand that different people have different tastes.
Keruvalia
10-04-2005, 03:43
Most people watch to see just when Peter Gallagher's eyebrows are going to finally strangle and eat Adam Brody.
Jenrak
10-04-2005, 03:47
Whoa, that gives me an Idea...I'll put up a post, and we'll see.
Secluded Islands
10-04-2005, 03:53
"LOST" is much better...
Rotovia
10-04-2005, 03:58
It's another example of the increasing waves of bullshit flooding from America onto my tv.
Jenrak
10-04-2005, 03:59
I have a poll up now for you people who want an excuse.
New Genoa
10-04-2005, 04:35
I have another question.

Why the FUCK would anyone watch American Idol? Seriously, you'd think permanent brain damage would deter people from watching that piece of shit.
New Genoa
10-04-2005, 04:36
The OC is the ultimate apathy of terribleness. Even my English teacher agrees that it sucks, and we usually hate each other to the bone.

My english teacher loves the bullshit on tv - the oc, reality tv (UGH), the works.
Savoir Faire
10-04-2005, 09:42
Should I feel superior or left out that I don't even know what "The OC" is?
Samcobra
10-04-2005, 09:49
Stop bashing the OC. Its a fun show, albeit unrealistic. Plus, it has good music and interesting plot twists. If you don't watch the show, then I feel that you have no grounds on which to make a comment. :gundge:
Yammo
10-04-2005, 11:23
I'm convinced the OC stands for "Overseas Crap"


.....well it was good the first time I heard that.
Royale Daito
10-04-2005, 11:34
sams a chick and has never had a boyfriend let alone a girl friend thats why she feels the need to watch it sorry for the flame but i hate crap shows like that
Adejaani
10-04-2005, 11:49
1: It's entertaining
2: Unlike some other TV shows, the storyline is intentionally screwed up, as are the relationships
3: They intentionally poke fun at themselves, to the point of mimicking real life issues
4: They discuss teenage romance and other issues while keeping a humorous edge
5: Unlike some other TV shows (eg Desperate Housewives), the cast members are actually fairly regular people
6: Unlike other shows with "teenagers" as a big part of the show, said "teenagers" actually are in their teenage years (or pretty close to it)... Unlike for example 90210 *Shudders*
7: Their writing staff are actually creative and while the "fads" have been cheesy... They actually make sense (eg "Chrismukkah")

And lastly...?

8: They have the best fricking theme song ever!
Non-Pervers
10-04-2005, 11:59
I have another question.

Why the FUCK would anyone watch American Idol? Seriously, you'd think permanent brain damage would deter people from watching that piece of shit.

I AGREE SO MUCH! I am completely pissed off with American Idol clogging up the bloody t.v.! Why do we care?! Seriously, I don't watch the english one so why do I give a toss about the American one?!
Ok I'm done ...
JuleRulzDaWorld
10-04-2005, 12:47
Technically..i find that the OC is one of the worst things ever to appear on television..im sorry but benjamin mc kenzie looks like a freak..and as for the actual show...it has NO POINT WHATSOEVER!
Eutrusca
10-04-2005, 13:14
Why would anybody actually watch "The OC"? I'm just curious about that 'un. I've only watched a small portion of two or three episodes, usually due to boredom.
What is it? What's it about??
Hrstrovokia
10-04-2005, 14:04
If you own a TV then you will watch anything. And i mean ANYTHING.
Druidvale
10-04-2005, 14:10
Why would anybody actually watch "The OC"? I'm just curious about that 'un. I've only watched a small portion of two or three episodes, usually due to boredom.

Because American Jews are funny, especially when they are named Sandy. Hehehehehehe... "Sandy" HAHAHAHAHA.
No seriously - because it shows that rich people have their mistakes too, and are just as unhappy as the other 98.2 percent of the population. So, you, part of said 98.2 percent, should refrain from taking their possessions by force seeing as how it won't be bringing you happiness one way or another (who needs lush lawns and quality housing anyway?), and instead have a good and innocent laugh at them. Ha-haha-ha.
Dakhistan
10-04-2005, 14:40
I agree. The OC is a load of crap.

Shows that I prefer:

Reality: 'The Apprentice', 'The Contender'

Soap Operas: 'General Hospital'

Sitcoms: 'Friends' (Well... its over now), 'Seinfeld'

Animated Comedies: 'The Simpsons', 'Family Guy', 'American Dad'
Haverton
10-04-2005, 15:07
1: It's entertaining
2: Unlike some other TV shows, the storyline is intentionally screwed up, as are the relationships
3: They intentionally poke fun at themselves, to the point of mimicking real life issues
4: They discuss teenage romance and other issues while keeping a humorous edge
5: Unlike some other TV shows (eg Desperate Housewives), the cast members are actually fairly regular people
6: Unlike other shows with "teenagers" as a big part of the show, said "teenagers" actually are in their teenage years (or pretty close to it)... Unlike for example 90210 *Shudders*
7: Their writing staff are actually creative and while the "fads" have been cheesy... They actually make sense (eg "Chrismukkah")

And lastly...?

8: They have the best fricking theme song ever!

Rich kids bitching about how "bad" their lifestyles are. Whoop-de-frickin-doo. Desperate Housewives may be pretty strange but I'd say they're more realistic than the OC.
Spaam
10-04-2005, 15:20
Its a guilty pleasure :D

I <3 it :D
The Lightning Star
10-04-2005, 15:20
1: It's entertaining
2: Unlike some other TV shows, the storyline is intentionally screwed up, as are the relationships
3: They intentionally poke fun at themselves, to the point of mimicking real life issues
4: They discuss teenage romance and other issues while keeping a humorous edge
5: Unlike some other TV shows (eg Desperate Housewives), the cast members are actually fairly regular people
6: Unlike other shows with "teenagers" as a big part of the show, said "teenagers" actually are in their teenage years (or pretty close to it)... Unlike for example 90210 *Shudders*
7: Their writing staff are actually creative and while the "fads" have been cheesy... They actually make sense (eg "Chrismukkah")

And lastly...?

8: They have the best fricking theme song ever!


1. Entertaining? I tried to watch it a few times. I got bored when someone oppened their mouth.
2. There are alot of shows with intentionally screwed up story-lines, but they aren't as bad as OC!
3. Alot of other shows do too.
4. Alot of other shows do too (But I don't see anything humorous in the show.)
5. The same with other shows too. Oh, and even though they are regular people, they suck at acting.
6. There are alot of shows with 'teenagers" who are teenagers.
7. Creative? BWAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!

and lastly

8. No they don't. Ghost in the Shell-Stand Alone Complex first and second GIG wipe the floor of OC with their themesongs.
Preebles
10-04-2005, 15:23
I HATE the music for the OC. It's so spineless and wishy washy and urgh! It's the kind of music my boyfriend's ten year old sister listens to. That pretty much sums it up. :D
The Lightning Star
10-04-2005, 15:28
I HATE the music for the OC. It's so spineless and wishy washy and urgh! It's the kind of music my boyfriend's ten year old sister listens to. That pretty much sums it up. :D

Eeeeexxxxxxxxxaaaaaaaaaaaaaaactly!

The music sucks!
Inbreedia
10-04-2005, 15:34
I watched a little bit of the OC in the first season. At first, I found the relationships between the people to be... curious enough to watch again...

But then I got bored with it. Rich kids acting like morons. Rich adults acting like backstabbing morons. Whoop de do.

Then there's all the product placements that they let loose like wildfire in this season. I haven't watched since their first summer, and even then I have to say i'm glad i'm not watching anymore. Man... it has to suck hardcore now.

As for American Idol... yeck! The last thing we need are more pop stars...
Inbreedia
10-04-2005, 15:36
I HATE the music for the OC. It's so spineless and wishy washy and urgh! It's the kind of music my boyfriend's ten year old sister listens to. That pretty much sums it up. :D

For the most part, yes.

But they played like... FOUR BECK SONGS in one episode once to promote their new album. That's the episode that got the series in trouble for overdoing their product placements. *LOL*

C'mon... why would you have a problem with Beck? He kicks ass!
Zotona
10-04-2005, 20:06
Okay, I'm refreshing the thread and posting further comments about the show. Heh. :D

[QUOTE=Adejaani1: It's entertaining
2: Unlike some other TV shows, the storyline is intentionally screwed up, as are the relationships
3: They intentionally poke fun at themselves, to the point of mimicking real life issues
4: They discuss teenage romance and other issues while keeping a humorous edge
5: Unlike some other TV shows (eg Desperate Housewives), the cast members are actually fairly regular people
6: Unlike other shows with "teenagers" as a big part of the show, said "teenagers" actually are in their teenage years (or pretty close to it)... Unlike for example 90210 *Shudders*
7: Their writing staff are actually creative and while the "fads" have been cheesy... They actually make sense (eg "Chrismukkah")

And lastly...?

8: They have the best fricking theme song ever![/QUOTE]
1. Not really. Even less really if you start watching in the middle of the episode!
2. Why would anyone watch a show that intentionally screws its own storyline up? Sounds like the story will be ultra-screwed by the time it reaches it's third season. Beyond watchability.
3. Not nearly as funny as South Park.
4. There are better shows that do this.
5. Yes, with regular eating disorders! GOODY!
6. 'Cuz we like our teen shows feature REAL teens that are REALLY going through puberty for the first time! Yay, periods!
7. Creative? *Laughs.*

8. The theme song... SUUUUUUUUUUUUCKS! Personally, I prefer the One Tree Hill theme song, though that show sucks about the same as The OC in every other way. A good theme song is the Buffy theme song, or Charmed, though Charmed's theme didn't seem to be at all related to the series. It was just cool. :D Another good theme song... hmm... Alias has a good musical score which is appropriate to the show. I know music. And the OC's theme song... *sighs, shakes head.* ...it hurts my musical soul. :(
Shanador
10-04-2005, 21:39
I watched it because apparently someone was going to try and kill themselves. I was curious about a teen TV show that was about more than who was going out with who...that backfired rather nastily. Especially since watching the few shows that were slightly more serious I was sucked in. :eek:

But Seth is cool and rather pretty so if it's on and I can be bothered to turn on the TV I'll watch it.
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:40
I HATE the music for the OC. It's so spineless and wishy washy and urgh! It's the kind of music my boyfriend's ten year old sister listens to. That pretty much sums it up. :D

Shitty music can really ruin a show. The OC already sucks, but the music just makes it worse! Nyaaaah!!!
Utracia
10-04-2005, 21:42
I have another question.

Why the FUCK would anyone watch American Idol? Seriously, you'd think permanent brain damage would deter people from watching that piece of shit.

I can agree with this. All reality show creators should be shot.
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:42
American Idol is beyond awful...
Crapholistan
10-04-2005, 21:46
I understand it's a pretty accurate portrayal of the American lifestyle.
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:48
I understand it's a pretty accurate portrayal of the American lifestyle.

Yeah. And all of those teen movies are accurate, as well.
Crapholistan
10-04-2005, 21:53
Yeah. And all of those teen movies are accurate, as well.

By the way how's your president after that dogfight with the flying saucers?
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:54
By the way how's your president after that dogfight with the flying saucers?

Oh, he's in high spirits, man. We love our wonderful President.
Attack Bill Cosby
10-04-2005, 21:55
The OC is the fuck and uber is what I know!
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:55
The OC is the fuck and uber is what I know!

What. The. Fuck?
Attack Bill Cosby
10-04-2005, 21:55
Fuck you
Utracia
10-04-2005, 21:58
Yeah. And all of those teen movies are accurate, as well.

All TV shows are based on exaggerations. If real life was actually like the O.C. and just about every other show there is in existance... i don't know how to finish the thought. :)
Potaria
10-04-2005, 21:59
All TV shows are based on exaggerations. If real life was actually like the O.C. and just about every other show there is in existance... i don't know how to finish the thought. :)

I think I'd have to commit suicide. I wouldn't be able to stand the "upper-middle-class pretty white kids with problems" bullshit!
Crapholistan
10-04-2005, 21:59
Oh, he's in high spirits, man. We love our wonderful President.

Yeah, I can see why. He is the undisputed master when it comes to making speeches.
Potaria
10-04-2005, 22:02
Yeah, I can see why. He is the undisputed master when it comes to making speeches.

You know it. He's also extremely intelligent and quick-witted.
Utracia
10-04-2005, 22:04
You know it. He's also extremely intelligent and quick-witted.

Of course! What is the answer to every question posed? One guess.
WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION! WOW! Though I bet Bush doesn't watch the O.C.
Crapholistan
10-04-2005, 22:05
Of course! What is the answer to every question posed? One guess.
WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION! WOW! Though I bet Bush doesn't watch the O.C.

I thought the OC was based on his childhood :confused:
Crapholistan
10-04-2005, 22:06
You know it. He's also extremely intelligent and quick-witted.

Yeah. What an incredible guy.
Potaria
10-04-2005, 22:07
Yeah. What an incredible guy.

He's so caring and generous. Never has a better man walked on the face of the Earth.
Utracia
10-04-2005, 22:13
I thought the OC was based on his childhood :confused:

The basic plot maybe but you have to take out the Southern Cal. stuff out and turn it Texas.
Headphoned Baby
10-04-2005, 22:16
Attack Bill Cosby, you need to settle the fuck down man...

and read before you post too, that'll help
Club House
11-04-2005, 01:52
Why would anybody actually watch "The OC"? I'm just curious about that 'un. I've only watched a small portion of two or three episodes, usually due to boredom.

(EDIT: Messed up, there's no poll)
brain damage......and no boredom is not an excuse, just from watching a commercial i can tell id have more fun smashing my head against the wall than watching the OC
Crapholistan
11-04-2005, 01:54
He's so caring and generous. Never has a better man walked on the face of the Earth.

An aura of peace and tranquility surrounds him.