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If there's one shortcoming to HBO's epic adaptation of George R.R. Martin's fantasy series 'Game of Thrones,' it's that budgetary restrictions keep the seasons at ten episodes, even dividing longer books like "A Storm of Swords" across seasons 3 and 4. So how best to get around said limitation? By expanding the episode lengths to incorporate additional material! Find out just how super-sized 'Game of Thrones' season 3 will be inside!

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The moment Alaska governor Sarah Palin first came to the world stage as John McCain's running mate in the 2008 presidential elections, we knew that her larger-than-life personality would become the stuff of parody and portrayal from years to come. Once we finished laughing at Tina Fey's dead-on impression, the tone turned serious as HBO's 'Game Change' garnered multiple Emmys with Julianne Moore in the lead role.

Now, the original 'Game Change' writers have begun work on a sequel covering the 2012 elections between Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, titled 'Double Down: Game Change 2012,' and guess what HBO wants to do with it?

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Sure, we were sad to hear that ABC opted not to renew 'Last Resort,' which maintained relatively meager rating in its initial run despite being recieved as one of the better offerings of the season. But one good show's loss is another of our favorite's gain, as the cancellation frees up series star Robert Patrick to join 'True Blood' full time! The one-time 'Terminator 2' star will return to Bon Temps as Jackson Herveaux, father to Alcide and newly minted series regular, but does that mean the werewolves will have a bigger story?

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Early last week HBO finally lifted the veil on the coming second season of 'Girls,' utilizing the season's first trailer to offer new looks at characters played by Donald Glover, Rita Wilson and Patrick Wilson as well as our regular favorites Hannah, Jessa, Marnie and Shoshanna. While we wait for the second season of the Lena Dunham / Judd Apatow HBO comedy to premiere on January 13, the network has issued an official poster that, well, might hurt your eyes just a bit.

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Mike Judge has made a business of defining generations, be they high-school burnouts listening to metal like 'Beavis and Butthead,' 'Office Space' workers listening to their bosses drone on about T.P.S. reports, or even future generations of an 'Idiocracy' that nourished its crops with a sports drink believed to mutilate their thirst. This time, however, Judge is headed back to TV with HBO to define the 'Silicon Valley' generation, so what fresh spin could the 'King of the Hill' creator bring?

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For as much drama as HBO's 'The Newsroom' creates around Jeff Daniels' Will McAvoy and his supporting players, it's easy to forget that the show roots itself in real-life news events by keeping a timeline several months behind our own. Previously, we'd heard of a few guest stars joining the second season of HBO's buzzy Aaron Sorkin drama, but the latest confirms that former Presidential candidate Mitt Romney will play a large role in season 2! So, are you ready to meet our new recurring cast member, a link to the famous one-percenter?

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Last night's 'Boardwalk Empire' finale "Margate Sands" was notably light on major character deaths, but certaily packed a lot of punch to wrap up the season. Still, with another year gone by in Atlantic City, what might be on deck for the fourth season? Will Nucky Thompson have another major villain to face? Are there any characters from last night's finale that didn't actually die after all? Will the booze and blood still flow?

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Sure, tonight might be ripe with 'Boardwalk Empire's season 3 finale, 'The Walking Dead's mid-season finale, and fresh episodes of both 'Dexter' and 'Homeland,' but HBO decided to do us one better. Why bother with any of those, when we can drool over 'Game of Thrones' season 3? Prior to the season's March 31 debut, check out the latest featurette highlighting the new characters, costumes and sets to make this year the most epic season of 'Game of Thrones' yet!

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Well, we certainly knew this was coming. With the release of HBO's 'Enlightened' season 2 trailer earlier this week, it was only a matter of time before HBO busted out the 'Girls' season 2 trailer, both premiering on Sunday, January 13. So what's next for Hannah, Shoshanna, Marnie and Jessa, after last season's bitter finale? Plenty of fights, celebrity guest stars, nudity and Donald Glover, of course! Get your first look at 'Girls' season 2 inside!

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And so, it has all come down to this.  Gyp Rosetti rules 'Boardwalk Empire's Atlantic City, while Nucky Thompson hides in the shadows and looks for his moment to strike back and reclaim his empire.  This Sunday's 'Boardwalk Empire' season 3 finale "Margate Sands" will lay it all on the line as Nucky joins forces with some surprising allies to take back Atlantic City, but who will pay the price along the way?  Will the blood flow as much as the booze?  Check out the latest clips from "Margate Sands" for a taste of what's to come from the finale!

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Earlier today HBO unveiled the first official trailer for 'Enlightened' season 2, set to return to the airwaves on Sunday, January 13, along with the second season premiere of HBO's buzzy Lena Dunham drama 'Girls.'  Unfortunately, 'Girls' season 2 has yet to issue its first real trailer, but the network has instead released three new shots of Hannah, Marnie, Jessa and Shoshanna back in the saddle!  What new awkwardness will the foursome find in 'Girls' season 2?

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With only two episodes left in 'Boardwalk Empire's third season, the deaths have already begun.  Gyp Rosetti continue to have Masseria's backing as he moves in on Nucky's turf, with none of the Atlantic City gangster's friends coming to his aid, and his top soldier already down!  What possible respite could their be for Nucky, who at this point barely has a leg to stand on?  Will Lansky and Luciano pay for their betrayal?  What about crazy ol' Gillian?  Answers await in the latest clips from "Two Impostors!"

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