F/X secures Damages second and third season.

I have been worrying that a few of my favourite shows were dangling by ever-fraying pieces of string over a fire-pit due to disappointing audience shares. Most of all, I was frightened by the fate of Damages, FX's legal serial drama.
I can worry no more since Damages has been asked to stick around for at least two more years.

While being monumentally overlooked thanks to Nine's downward-spiralling programming staff, Damages has been my favourite new show of 2007 thanks to its complex narrative and consistency. The 13 ep first season has almost concluded here with just three episodes to go. The two season signing spells a further 26 episodes for the series.

Damages' prospect look golden, as the Emmys would be insane to overlook the performances and technical aspects involved. Here's hoping the second season retains the high quality and finds a wider audience in 2008 (if it even gets played).

Glenn Close, Rose Byrne and Tate Donovan have been confirmed as returning regulars.