| Big Time Rush | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Musical Comedy-drama |
| Created by | Scott Fellows |
| Starring | Kendall Schmidt James Maslow Carlos Pena Logan Henderson Ciara Bravo Tanya Chisholm Stephen Kramer Glickman |
| Opening theme | "Big Time Rush" performed by Big Time Rush |
| Composer(s) | Dusty Moon, Guy Moon & Big Time Rush |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 48 (List of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Scott Fellows |
| Producer(s) | Jed Spingarn (supervising producer) Joanne Toll Lazar Saric Debra Spidell |
| Location(s) | Los Angeles, California Hollywood, California Rochester, Minnesota Malibu, California |
| Running time | 23 minutes (normal episodes) 46 minutes (special episodes) |
| Production company(s) | Jack Mackie Pictures Sony Music Entertainment Nickelodeon Productions |
| Broadcast | |
| Original channel | Nickelodeon |
| Picture format | 480i (SDTV), 1080i (HDTV) |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original run | November 28, 2009 – present |
| External links | |
| Website | |
Big Time Rush (abbreviated BTR) is an American television series created by Scott Fellows about the Hollywood misadventures of four hockey players from Minnesota—Kendall, James, Carlos, and Logan, after they are selected to form a boy band. The series premiered with an hour-long pilot episode, "Big Time Audition", on Nickelodeon, on November 28, 2009. Its official debut episode premiered on January 18, 2010, earning 6.8 million viewers, making it Nickelodeon's highest-rated live-action series debut ever. The series is currently in its second season. On May 24, 2011, Big Time Rush was renewed for a third season, which will begin production in January 2012 and premiere later that year.[1]
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The series stars Kendall Schmidt as Kendall Knight, Carlos Pena, Jr. as Carlos Garcia, James Maslow as James Diamond, and Logan Henderson as Logan Mitchell, and the other main characters Ciara Bravo as Katie Knight, Stephen Kramer Glickman as Gustavo Rocque, and Tanya Chisholm as Kelly Wainwright, Gustavo's assistant
The band is led by Kendall, a boy, who was initially the only person offered an opportunity by Gustavo after being impressed by his extemporaneous performance. Kendall agrees on the condition that all four friends can accompany him to Los Angeles, along with his mother (Challen Cates) and sister. The series navigates through their antics and schemes as residents at the Palm Woods Hotel and students at the Palm Woods School, both establishments intended for aspiring actors, singers, and other performing artists. On the road to becoming famous, the boys routinely come into conflict with their overbearing, shrill, but ultimately caring producer and his well-meaning assistant, as well as Arthur Griffin (Matt Riedy), the CEO of the fictional corporation RCM CBT Global Net Sanyoid, an eccentric billionaire who is forever threatening the integrity of the music division for which Gustavo and Kelly work.
Outside the recording studio, the boys are habitually confronted Mr. Bitters (David Anthony Higgins), the Palm Woods manager, who covets their apartment and continually searches for reasons to evict them. Each episode centers around a problem that the boys attempt to resolve the problem with a ridiculous scheme. Instead of fighting with her brother as would a stereotypical younger sibling, Kendall's sister Katie, is by far the sharpest person on the show and often functions as a deus ex machina whose assistance is valuable to the boys' plans. Many episodes end with a music video-like segment in which the boys sing one of their songs. Over time, elements of the show have disappeared, creating the show to be more dramatic and focused on one thing.
Spencer Locke, Daran Norris, Carlie Casey, Ted Garcia, Tristin Mays, Linda Cevallos, Fabio Lanzoni and Hamilton Mitchell all worked with Scott Fellows previously on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.
"Big Time Beach Party"
"Big Time Movie"
The series was conceived and created by Scott Fellows, formerly the creator, executive producer and showrunner of Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[2] Fellows says his inspiration for the show was the musical comedy show, The Monkees[3]—a popular and culturally significant American television series from the 1960s about a group of four young male adults who form a rock band, and perform songs while having comedic adventures.[4] Although the show had a concept as early as 2007, the series had no actual title as late as August 2009.[5]
Big Time Rush is a Nickelodeon Viacom Music Productions Band consisting of five members: Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, Carlos Pena and guitarist Dustin Belt. Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which is why music and instrumentals are incorporated throughout the series.[6] Big Time Rush's debut album, B.T.R., was released on October 11, 2010 via Sony/Columbia.[7] Their second full-length album, entitled Elevate, was released on November 21, 2011. Big Time Rush released their new song "If I Ruled the World" ft. Iyaz on iTunes July 22.[8] They have also released a number of new songs such as "Music Sounds Better With U" (feat. Mann), "Love Me Love Me", "You're Not Alone" and "Superstar". They have also released three singles, "Paralyzed", "Blow Your Speakers" and "Epic", which are bonus tracks on some albums, and "Intermission".
Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which will incorporate original music into the series.[9] Big Time Rush is one of the three Nickelodeon shows (the others are iCarly and Victorious) on which the cable network is partnering with the music group to promote music as well as shows.[5] The Los Angeles Times has been critical of the show's focus on music, noting:
| “ | There is a marketing angle, to be sure, the same crossing of the revenue streams that powers . "Big Time Rush," was developed with Sony Music specifically to move units.[2] | ” |
The closing credits of Nickelodeon airings of the show contain short clips of music videos for singles featured the series. Occasionally, full versions of the videos are featured.
The show incorporates laugh-like noises, music, and editing cuts designed to make it more humorous to the intended demographic of viewers age 13 to 18;[2] this was also typical of creator Scott Fellows's previous work on Nickelodeon. Big Time Rush made an appearance at the 2010 Kids' Choice Awards, the 2010 Teen Choice Award and performed at the 2011 Kids' Choice Awards. they also appeared in an episode of BrainSurge during the week of April 18–22, 2011. On November 24, 2011, the group performed the National Anthem at Cowboys Stadium for the Thanksgiving NFL game which was broadcast on CBS.
A nationwide[5] casting effort began in 2007.[10][11] More than 1,500 teens and young adults auditioned for the four roles.[12] James Maslow and Logan Henderson were the easiest and first actors cast. Kendall Schmidt was the last actor cast, and the most difficult role to cast.[12] The role of Kendall Knight was originally to go to Curt Hansen, who now plays Dak Zevon on the show, but when he appeared a lot older than the others and sounded too much like James in the pick up pilot, the producers auditioned and cast Schmidt after a recommendation by Logan Henderson, who was also friends with the actor before casting. Filming of the series began in August 2009.[12] Actor Carlos Pena, Jr. previously worked with Scott Fellows on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[10] As he had just entered the Boston Conservatory to study musical theatre, Pena was reluctant to audition but sent in a tape at the encouragement of his manager.[13] Executive producer Scott Fellows was inspired to write each character by the personality of the actor playing him.[14]
In addition to Pena, five are alumni of Scott Fellows make appearances in this show: Spencer Locke, Carlie Casey, Daran Norris, Adam Conway (as recurring cast members), and James Arnold Taylor (as a guest star).
The series is filmed in Los Angeles, California in Hollywood. The series premiere's one-hour special takes place in the suburbs of Los Angeles and a small town in Minnesota.
The Palm Woods Hotel is the fictional hotel where Big Time Rush boys, Mrs. Knight and Katie live in Hollywood. It is the main setting for the series and plenty of the scenes are taking place in the Palm Woods lobby, park or pool as well as in the apartments. It's commonly described as the home for the future famous since its residents are mostly aspiring actors/actresses, singers, models or performers such as Camille, Jo, the Jennifers, Guitar Dude, Tyler, Lucy Stone and others. It is run by the strict manager Mr. Bitters while Buddha Bob works as the janitor.
Rocque Records is the fictional record company owned by RCMCBT Global Net Sanyoid Corporation, Big Time Rush's label and the workplace of Gustavo Rocque and his assistant Kelly. It is supplied with songwriting and recording equipment and either Gustavo or the boys are seen producing there. It is the second most used setting of Big Time Rush stories. Names that worked with Rocque Records include Jordin Sparks and Nicole Scherzinger while its rival company is named Hawk Records.
Gustavo's office can be seen in Big Time Concert, Big Time Bad Boy, Big Time Superheroes & Big Time Wedding
The bathroom can be seen in Big Time Girl Group when the guys stink the bathroom, it can also be seen in Big Time Strike when Gustavo shocks the toilets when the boys are on them. The bathroom is also seen in Big Time Break-up, when Selana is on the toilet and James is waiting outside while holding her hand.
Recording Studio's A and B can be seen in Big Time Songwriters. A is used for James and Logan's song. B is used for Kendall and Carlos' song. A is usually seen when the boys are recording a song.
The apartment 2J is the Big Time Rush's apartment of the Palm Woods Hotel. It got its current form in Big Time Crib as it used to be simplistic, dirty and messy before. It features a swirly slide and latest home electronics and arcade games. It is claimed that Lindsay Lohan, Shia LeBouf and Kanye West, all stayed in that room in the past. Its interior altered once more when James left Big Time Rush in Big Time Concert and re-moved into 2J, but it came back to normal soon. Other known apartments of the Palm Woods are the ones of Camille (4J), Jo (B) and Lucy (3B).
Throughout the series many other places have been sporadically seen such as Gustavo's mansion, Griffin's office, Dr. Hollywood's office, Hawk Records, several audition places as well as many locations where Big Time Rush performed. In the first and the last episodes of season 1 some Minnesota locations are seen whereas in season two episode Big Time Beach Party the characters spend the day at the beach and a beach house in Malibu.
Each episode begins with a pre-opening sequence, leading into the theme song. The opening theme is "Big Time Rush," and is presented as shots of characters mixed in with animated booklet pictures, scenes from various episodes, and graphic effects. As of season 2, Tanya Chisholm appears in the opening sequence as she has been added to the main cast.
A one-hour special preview (which serves as the series pilot and first episode) debuted on Nickelodeon on November 28, 2009, drawing an audience of 3.6 million viewers. The series' official premiere on January 18, 2010 (which followed the premiere of the iCarly special "iSaved Your Life"), was watched by a total of 6.8 million total viewers, Nickelodeon's highest-rated live-action series debut.
The show has received mixed reviews.[15] The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette stated the show was "Nick's attempt at building a Jonas Brothers-style pop band. It's Nick's answer to Disney Channel's 'JONAS,' albeit slightly less organic since 'Rush' doesn't feature siblings."[16] The Hartford Courant stated the series a "not so good" show "with their thin pop and unfunny comedies".[17] The Boston Globe stated the show as "one example in a growing list of kid shows selling showbiz fantasies to children. The genre is stronger than ever now and more fixated on the perks of the glamorous Hollywood lifestyle ... wish fulfillment at a time when tabloid dreams are ubiquitous."[10] DVD Talk had the following review of the Big Time Rush: Season 1, Volume 1 DVD. "It would be hard to craft a description engineered to be less interesting to me, and yet, as I plowed through this collection from the series' beginnings, I frequently found myself amended and entertained. Say what you will about Nickelodeon's teen programming, but they've got the art of making a solid sitcom down to a science."[18]
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Australian Kids Choice Awards | Favorite TV Star | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards | Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 | Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 | Nick UK's Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon Mexico Big Nick House 2011 | Favorite TV show | Big Time Rush | Won |
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards Mexico 2011 | Favorite TV show | Big Time Rush | Won |
| 2011 | Youth Rocks Awards | Rockin Ensemble TV/Comedy | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| Name | Region 1 | Region 2 | Contains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Time Rush: Season One, Volumes One/Volume Two[19] | March 29, 2011 | October 10, 2011(part 1)/ February 13, 2012(Part 2) | Volume One Episodes 1-12/Volume Two Episodes 13-20 |
| Big Time Rush: Season Two, Volume One | TBA, 2012 | TBA, 2012 | Volume one episodes 21-35 episodes from season Two, pilot episode of House of Anubis |
| Big Time Rush: The Complete Season 1 | TBA, 2012 | February 13, 2012 | Contains all the episodes from season 1. |
| Countries/regions | Network | Season 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | Junior TV (DigitAlb) | 2011 |
| Australia | Nickelodeon Australia | April 10, 2010 (Sneak Preview)[20] May 15, 2010[20] |
| Austria | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
| Belgium | Nickelodeon Benelux | May 1, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 29, 2010 |
| Brazil | Nickelodeon Brazil | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Canada | Nickelodeon & YTV | August 6, 2010 (Sneak Preview) September 6, 2010[21] |
| Chile | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Colombia | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Costa Rica | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 |
| Croatia | Nickelodeon | May 20, 2010 (Sneak Preview) Fall 2010 |
| Spain | Nickelodeon Spain | August 13, 2010 |
| France | Nickelodeon (France) | April 17, 2011 |
| Germany | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
| Greece | Nickelodeon (Greece) | February 14, 2011 Season 2 Dec 11 |
| Hong Kong | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
| Indonesia | Nickelodeon Indonesia, Global TV | August 17, 2010 (Sneak Preview) August 31, 2010 |
| Ireland | Nickelodeon UK and Ireland | May 27, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 21, 2010 |
| Israel | Nickelodeon Israel | May 20, 2010 (Sneak Preview) July 21, 2010 |
| Italy | Nickelodeon | May 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 28, 2010 |
| South Korea | Nickelodeon (South Korea) | July 24, 2010 |
| Malaysia | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
| Mexico | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Netherlands | Nickelodeon Benelux | May 1, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 29, 2010 |
| New Zealand | Nickelodeon New Zealand | 2010 (Sneak Preview) 2010 |
| Panama | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Pakistan | Nickelodeon (Pakistan) | Unknown Date |
| Philippines | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia/ Nickelodeon Philippines (now) |
April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
| Poland | Nickelodeon Poland, VIVA Polska | May 29, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 12, 2010 |
| Hungary | Nickelodeon (Hungary) | March 5, 2011 |
| Portugal | Nickelodeon Portugal | August 13, 2010 |
| Russia | Nickelodeon (CIS) | May 29, 2010 |
| Singapore | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
| Switzerland | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
| United Kingdom | Nickelodeon UK and Ireland | May 27, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 21, 2010 |
| Uruguay | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| United States | Nickelodeon | November 28, 2009 (Sneak Preview) January 18, 2010 |
| Venezuela | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Turkey | Nickelodeon Turkey ( Web Site ) | 11 June, 2011 |
| Romania | Nickelodeon (Central & Eastern Europe) | March 16, 2011 |
| Argentina | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
| Georgia | Music Box Georgia | 28 November 2011 |
| United Kingdom | Nicktoons (UK & Ireland) | 2012 |
Ecuador Released 15 April 2010
Bulgaria , Released August 2011 on TV7
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