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The show so bad CBS canceled it after TWO episodes. What went wrong?
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Viva Laughlin (2007)

chaotic energymusical crime dramaspectacular failure

Latest Episode

4.042 min

Season 1 • Episode 2

Latest

What a Whale Wants

Oct 21, 2007

After the disastrous opening at the Viva leaves the public believing the casino is cursed, Ripley tries to entice a famous high-roller, Sweet Lenny, away from Nicky in order to pack people into his casino.

Overview

ComedyDrama

Ripley Holden wrestles personally and professionally to open a casino in the desert city of Laughlin, Nevada. Against all odds, Ripley strives to support his family while pursuing his ultimate goal...the American dream.

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Content warning
nevadacasinomurder suspect
corrupted American dreamfamily dysfunctionambition vs reality

Standout Aspects

Production

Characters literally singing along to background music mid-scene.

Acting

Lloyd Owen trying to sell dialogue like 'I'm a businessman, not a cop.'

Best for:Solo: Morbid curiosity viewing with snacks and judgment ready.·Rewatch: Witness the train wreck again — it gets worse/better.
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Creator

Peter Bowker

First AiredOct 18, 2007
StatusCanceled

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feellight
Seasons1·Episodes2
CBS

Top Cast

Lloyd Owen

Lloyd Owen

Ripley Holden

Mädchen Amick

Mädchen Amick

Natalie Holden

Eric Winter

Eric Winter

Peter Carlyle

D. B. Woodside

D. B. Woodside

Marcus

P.J. Byrne

P.J. Byrne

Jonesy

Ellen Woglom

Ellen Woglom

Cheyenne Holden

Carter Jenkins

Carter Jenkins

Jack Holden

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

CBS pulled it after Episode 2 aired — one of the fastest cancellations in network history.

Cultural

This was Hugh Jackman's producing debut; he even cameoed as a casino singer. He never spoke of it again.

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