'Arrested Development' Cast to Receive Additional Compensation for "Recut" Episodes | THR News

The transcript discusses a payment dispute involving the cast of 'Arrested Development' after the fourth season was re-edited by 20th Century Fox Television. The re-editing aimed to expand the season for syndication opportunities, but the cast argued that their compensation was unfairly reduced. Initially, 20th TV resisted additional payments, but after public attention and involvement from the Screen Actors Guild, they agreed to compensate the cast for the extra episodes. The series is set to reach the episode count needed for syndication with its upcoming fifth season.

What was the main reason for the financial dispute between the Arrested Development cast and 20th Century Fox Television?

• The cast wanted to change the storyline.

• The cast demanded additional compensation for the recut episodes.

• The cast wanted more screen time.

• The cast was unhappy with the show's ratings.

What was one of the motivations behind recutting the fourth season of Arrested Development?

• To reduce production costs.

• To create a new storyline for the show.

• To make the show more appealing to younger audiences.

• To secure a lucrative syndication deal.

How did the Screen Actors Guild contribute to resolving the dispute?

• By providing legal representation to the cast.

• By helping to expedite the resolution process.

• By negotiating a new contract for the cast.

• By organizing a strike against the studio.

What is the total number of episodes needed for a traditional syndication deal?

• 150 episodes

• 100 episodes

• 75 episodes

• 50 episodes

When is the fifth season of Arrested Development expected to debut?

• August 1st

• May 29th

• June 15th

• July 4th