TV's crazy pilot season feels like The Hunger Games

Vulture

The fate of 75 broadcast pilots will be decided in the next few days, with "maybe" half the shows making it to air next season. "It’s an incredible competitive environment, and it’s difficult because we’re competing with cable networks and other places that don’t have these time restraints or parameters,” says Jamila Hunter, ABC's senior vice president of comedy. “But on the other hand, it does give it a sense of immediacy in a way that the town recognizes. There isn’t that sense that things drag out forever, especially on the deal-making side. A little bit of that is helpful, but I can’t lie to you and say that it’s the most optimum creative experience.” ALSO: How I Met Your Mother director Pamela Fryman is the "busiest person this pilot season."