D.B. Woodside

Viva Laughlin (2007)

Cast

Lloyd Owen - Ripley Holden
Mädchen Amick - Natalie Holden
Ellen Woglom - Cheyenne Holden
Carter Jenkins - Jack Holden
Eric Winter - Peter Carlyle
D.B. Woodside - Marcus Henckman
Hugh Jackman - Nicky Fontana
Melanie Griffith - Bunny Baxter
P. J. Byrne - Jonesy

Plot

This musical-drama was adapted for American television from the British show Viva Blackpool. CBS canceled Viva Laughlin after just two episodes – the short-lived series’ formula of murder, music, mystery and casinos didn’t fly with audiences.

Why it’s on the list

The proof for this one is in the cancelled pudding – not only did it suck, it was canned right out of the gate. Viewer interest was at an all-time low, and pushing big names like Hugh Jackman and Melanie Griffith did nothing to keep Viva Laughlin on the schedule.