MUMBAI: As the programme fair that would see them displaying their assets to advertisers in New York stands just a week away, leading broadcast networks in the US have started chalking out the next season's primetime schedules.

NBC is expected to pick up five series for the coming season and the names under consideration are comedies Hooked and The Men's Room and dramas Hub, Hawaii and Medical Mystery.

At ABC, hot comedy projects include We Are Family and the untitled John Stamos, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Rodney Carrington projects. Dramas which are expected to grab the prime time slots include Desperate Housewives, Eyes, Blind Justice, Life as We Know It and Grey's Anatomy.

At CBS, The Amazing Westermans might grab the comedy slot. The John Goodman starrer Center of the Universe and Jason Alexander's untitled project are also under consideration. Dramas Clubhouse, The Webster Report, Dr. Vegas and Colderon could be new additions to the drama section.

At Fox, the comedy Related by Family and the animated American Dad are hot favourites. On the drama side, Point Pleasant and Jonny Zero will join House in the prime time show list.