Jason Katims reflects on 25 years of 'Roswell' and its impact on teen drama
Summary: Jason Katims reflects on the 25th anniversary of "Roswell," which premiered on October 6, 1999. Initially developed for Fox, the show was quickly picked up by The WB after nearly being canceled. It blended teen drama with sci-fi elements, focusing on high school students who are secretly aliens.
The series faced challenges, including network pressure to emphasize its alien storyline. Despite mixed ratings, fan support grew, leading to a campaign involving thousands of Tabasco bottles sent to The WB. The show ultimately ran for three seasons before its cancellation in 2002.
Katims describes "Roswell" as a pivotal experience in his career, marking his growth as a showrunner. The original series was later rebooted as "Roswell, New Mexico" in 2018, but Katims was not involved in that project.
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