The TV Chick

I have to admit, I wasn’t as keen on 30 Rock towards the end of last season as everyone else seemed to be. However, I was excited to check out the first two episodes of season four, aptly titled “Season Four” and “Into the Crevasse.”

Season Four centers around TGS becoming more relatable to the general public. Each cast member plays a part in this plan (concocted by Jack of course). Jenna becomes a country singer, Tracy tries to make friends with “commoners,” and Liz and Pete are sent on a mission to find a new cast member. Liz and Pete end up getting caught sneaking out together, which results in a hilarious scene with Pete’s wife (played by the former SNL writer, the lovely Paula Pell). Meanwhile, Kenneth leads a page strike. This episode had a few hilarious moments, but overall, it came across as very meta. I don’t want to spoil too much, but the opening scene involves some of the cast eating in an Asian Fusion restaurant called “Season Four.”

Into the Crevasse centers around Devin (guest star Will Arnett) trying to sabotage Jack and his career. In addition, all of the cast is angry at Liz over a book she wrote. Will Arnett is incredibly hilarious in this role. There was even scenes where he was hanging out with the Obama children (you’ll have to watch to find out why). I enjoy the interplay between Alec Baldwin and Will Arnett, which is what made this episode very enjoyable and funny. It was a definite improvement over the season premiere.

I love the cast of this show, and I think they are all incredibly talented and hilarious. But sometimes, week to week, the show can be a bit over the top. However, the 2nd episode was a huge improvement over the first, so I hope that it will continue to improve throughout the season.

30 Rock premieres tonight at 9:30 pm.