pilot episode

Frequency: 7.515.0 per million words

The first episode of a TV series, made to see if it will be popular enough to make a full series.

episodeADJECTIVE + NOUN

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pilot

Examples (10)

  • The pilot episode of the new sci-fi show received mixed reviews.
  • The studio invested millions into producing the pilot episode.
  • If the pilot episode is successful, the network will order a full season.
  • Did you watch the pilot episode of that new comedy series last night?
  • The actors were nervous about how the audience would react to the pilot episode.
  • Despite a strong script, the pilot episode failed to attract enough viewers and the show wasn't picked up.
  • I've just seen the pilot episode, and I'm already hooked on the story.
  • Many great shows have a slightly awkward pilot episode before they find their footing.
  • You have to watch the pilot episode; it sets up the entire mystery of the series.
  • The decision to greenlight the series was made immediately after executives viewed the impressive pilot episode.