Big Time Rush

This article is about the television show. For the band, see Big Time Rush (band). For the band's debut album, see BTR (album).
Big Time Rush
Genre Pop music
Comedy
Slapstick
Created by Scott Fellows
Starring
Opening theme "Big Time Rush" performed by Big Time Rush
Composer(s) Dusty Moon,
Guy Moon & Big Time Rush
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 4
No. of episodes 74 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s) Scott Fellows
Producer(s) Jed Spingarn
(co-producer and supervising producer)
Joanne Toll
Lazar Saric
Debra Spidell
Location(s) Los Angeles, California
Hollywood, California
Rochester, Minnesota
Malibu, California
Camera setup Film; Single-camera
Running time 23 minutes (normal episodes)
46 minutes (special episodes)
Production company(s) Jack Mackie Pictures
Sony Music Entertainment
Nickelodeon Productions
Distributor Sony Pictures Television
Viacom Media Networks
Release
Original network Nickelodeon
Picture format 480i (SDTV),
1080i (HDTV)
Audio format Dolby Digital 5.1
Original release November 28, 2009 (2009-11-28) – July 25, 2013 (2013-07-25)
Chronology
Related shows Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide

Big Time Rush is an American television series that originally aired on Nickelodeon from November 28, 2009 until July 25, 2013. It was created by Scott Fellows (also the creator of Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide and Johnny Test and the head writer of The Fairly OddParents).[1] It focuses on the Hollywood misadventures of four hockey players from Minnesota: Kendall Knight, James Diamond, Carlos Garcia, and Logan Mitchell, after they are selected to form a boy band.

Plot

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. The show's second season premiered on September 25, 2010. On May 24, 2011, Big Time Rush was renewed for a third season with production scheduled to begin January 2012.[2] Season three premiered May 12, 2012.[3] On March 10, 2012, a film adaptation named "Big Time Movie" based on the series premiered. On August 6, 2012, Nickelodeon renewed Big Time Rush for a 13-episode fourth season. Production began on January 7, 2013. The fourth season premiered May 2, 2013 and aired its series finale "Big Time Dreams" on July 25, 2013. With a series run of 74 episodes spanning over four seasons in 4 years, Big Time Rush is one of the longest running live-action TV series in the history of the network, sixth to The Secret World of Alex Mack, Every Witch Way, All That, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, and iCarly.

Cast and characters

Main cast

Recurring cast

Guest stars

Episodes

Season Episodes Originally aired
First aired Last aired
1 20 November 28, 2009 (2009-11-28) August 20, 2010 (2010-08-20)
2 29 September 25, 2010 (2010-09-25) January 28, 2012 (2012-01-28)
Film March 10, 2012 (2012-03-10)
3 12 May 12, 2012 (2012-05-12) November 10, 2012 (2012-11-10)[4]
4 13 May 2, 2013 (2013-05-02)[5] July 25, 2013 (2013-07-25)[6]

One-Hour Episodes

Film adaptation

Main article: Big Time Movie

In late 2011, there was news that a television film based on the television series was going to premiere. However, a promo did not air until February 2012. The movie premiered on Nickelodeon on March 10, 2012 at 8 p.m. ET/PT). Throughout the whole weekend, the movie drew 13.1 million viewers.[7]

Production

The series was conceived and created by Scott Fellows, formerly the creator, executive producer and showrunner of Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[8] Fellows says his inspiration for the show was the musical comedy show, The Monkees[9]—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.[10] Although the show had a concept as early as 2007, the series had no actual title as late as August 2009.[11]

Music

Main article: Big Time Rush (band)

Big Time Rush is a Nickelodeon Viacom Music Productions Band consisting of four members: Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, and Carlos Pena Jr. Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which is why music and instrumentals are incorporated throughout the series. Big Time Rush's debut album, B.T.R., was released on October 11, 2010 via Sony/Columbia.[12] 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.[13] 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 also released three singles, "Paralyzed", "Blow Your Speakers" and "Epic" in 2012. Note: These songs were bonus tracks on their album "Elevate". "Blow Your Speakers" was the bonus track for iTunes, "Paralyzed" was the bonus track on Big Time Rush's Official Website.[14] Then, "Epic" was the bonus track on the U.K album version. They released their third CD, 24/Seven in the summer of 2013. Among the songs on the CD is "We Are" which won a Viewer's Choice award.

Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which incorporates original music into the series.[15] 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.[11] 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.[8] ”

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 wacky sound effects, some laugh-like noises, music, and editing cuts designed to make it more humorous to the intended demographic of viewers age 10 to 18;[8] this was also typical of creator Scott Fellows' previous work on Nickelodeon. However, the show does not have a laugh track. 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. Big Time Rush has released 3 albums, B.T.R, Elevate and 24Seven. More singles were released in 2012. It is confirmed that Big Time Rush covered The Beatles songs in their new movie "Big Time Movie" which was released March 10, 2012. They went on tour with Victoria Justice in 2013 on the Summer Break Tour.

Casting

A nationwide[11] casting effort began in 2007.[16][17] More than 1,500 teens and young adults auditioned for the four roles.[18] 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.[18] 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.[18] Actor Carlos Pena, Jr. previously worked with Scott Fellows on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[16] 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.[19] Executive producer Scott Fellows was inspired to write each character by the personality of the actor playing him.[20]

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).

Locations

The series is filmed in Studio 27, Paramount Pictures in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The series premiere's one-hour special takes place in the suburbs of Los Angeles and a small town in Minnesota.

The Palm Woods

The Palm Woods Hotel is the fictional hotel where Big Time Rush boys, Mrs. Knight and Katie Knight 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 and even the air ducts. 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, Lucy, Guitar Dude, Tyler and many others. It is run by the strict manager Mr. Bitters while Buddha Bob works as the janitor.

Rocque Records

Rocque Records is the fictional record label 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 while its rival company is named Hawk Records. Rocque Records places include Gustavo's office, the bathroom and the recording studios (A and B). It is hinted that the record label is a parody of Interscope Records and Jive Records.

Apartment 2J

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 LeBeouf 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 removed into 2J, but it came back to normal soon. Other known apartments of the Palm Woods are the ones of Camille (4J), Jo (3I) and Lucy (2B).

Opening sequence

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.

Reception

Audience reception

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.[21]

Critical reception

The show has received mixed reviews.[22] 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."[23] The Hartford Courant stated the series a "not so good" show "with their thin pop and unfunny comedies".[24] 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."[16] 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."[25]

Awards and Nominations

Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result
2010 2010 Australian Kids' Choice Awards Fave TV Star Big Time Rush Nominated[26][27]
Casting Society of America Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Children's Series Programming Tara-Anne Johnson
Carol Goldwasser
Sharon Chazin Lieblein
Howard Meltzer
Geralyn Flood		 Nominated[28]
2011 2011 Kids' Choice Awards Favorite TV Show Big Time Rush Nominated[29][30]
2011 UK Kids' Choice Awards Nick UK's Favourite Show Big Time Rush Nominated[31]
2011 Australian Kids' Choice Awards Fave TV Star Big Time Rush Nominated[32][33]
Young Artist Awards Best Performance In A TV Series - Guest Starring Young Actor 18-21 Thomas Kasp Nominated[34]
Best Performance In A TV Series - Recurring Young Actor Ten and Under Tucker Albrizzi Nominated[34]
Best Performance In A TV Series - Recurring Young Actress 17-21 Erin Sanders Won[34]
Youth Rocks Awards Rockin' Ensemble Cast (TV/ Comedy) Big Time Rush Nominated[35][36]
Kids' Choice Awards Mexico Favorite International Show Big Time Rush Won[37]
Kids' Choice Awards Argentina 2011 Favorite International TV Show Big Time Rush Nominated[38]
Meus Prêmios Nick Brazil Favorite TV Show Big Time Rush Nominated[39][40]
2012 Young Artist Awards Best Performance In A TV Series - Supporting Young Actress Ciara Bravo Nominated[41]
Best Performance In A TV Series - Guest Starring Young Actor Ten and Under Tucker Albrizzi Nominated[41]
Best Performance In A TV Series - Recurring Young Actress 17-21 Erin Sanders Won[41]
Kids' Choice Awards Mexico Favorite International Show Big Time Rush Nominated[42][43]
Kids' Choice Awards Argentina Favorite International TV Show Big Time Rush Nominated
TV Grama Awards International Pop Series Big Time Rush Nominated
2012 Hollywood Teen TV Awards Favorite Television Actor Kendall Schmidt Nominated[44]
2013 2013 Kids' Choice Awards Favorite TV Actor Carlos Pena Nominated[45]
2013 Kids Choice Awards México 2013 Favorite International TV Show Big Time Rush Nominated[45][46]
2013 Kids Choice Awards Argentina Favorite International Program Big Time Rush Won
2014 Kids Choice Awards Colombia Favorite International TV Series Big Time Rush Won
2014 Shorty Awards Best TV Show in Social Media Big Time Rush Nominated
2015 Shorty Awards Best TV Show in Social Media Big Time Rush Nominated[47]

DVD releases

Name Region 1 Region 2 Contains
Big Time Rush: Season One, Volumes One/Volume Two[48] 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 January 17, 2012 November 8, 2012 Volume One episodes 21-31,34-36 episodes from season Two
Big Time Rush: Season Two, Volume Two January 25, 2013 June 6, 2013 Volume Two episodes 32-33,37-49 episodes from season Two
Big Time Rush: The Complete Season 1 July 8, 2015[49] March 26, 2012 Contains all the episodes from season 1.
Big Time Movie/Rags: 2-In-One Movie Pack August 28, 2012 TBA Features Big Time Movie and Rags on a disc pack.

Broadcast

The series airs worldwide on Nickelodeon.

Season 1

It was shown as a preview in Australia and New Zealand on April 10, 2010, and premiered on May 15, 2010.[50] It previewed on April 16, 2010 and premiered on May 31, 2010 in Southeast Asia. In the United Kingdom and Ireland it previewed on May 27, 2010 and premiered on June 21, 2010. In Canada it previewed on August 6, 2010 and premiered on September 6, 2010.[51]

Season 2

It premiered in January 2011 in Australia and New Zealand and in February 2011 in the UK and Ireland.

Season 3

The third season premiered November 2012 in Australia and New Zealand and in December 2012 in the UK and Ireland.

Season 4

It premiered in August 2013 in Canada and in late 2013 in the UK and Ireland.

References

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  34. 1 2 3 "Young Artist Awards 2011".
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