A reader named Louis writes about the desire of having “Kim Possible” return. An excerpt from the letter: A friend of mine recently convinced me, aftermuch prodding, to watch some reruns of the recently cancelled Disney Channel series “Kim Possible”. Of course with the initial belief that it was a kid’s show I did not think that I would like it, but I was wrong, it is a high quality and entertaining program with well-designed and deep plotlines that actually appeal to both children and adults, at least the episodes that I viewed. Now I could go on about the positive attributes of “Kim Possible”, but that would probably be boring as no doubt many “Kim Possible” fans have conveyed such things to you when asking for your assistance in the past and they are probably better at such communication as well. Moving on to the business at hand, the group the “Fight for Five” wants to convince Disney that “Kim Possible” is still viable and it should be renewed. My request to you, Mr. Justin, is that you simply seriously explore the possibility of writing an article or a detailed blog entry on your blog ‘Remote Island’ discussing the “Fight for Five” as increased exposure should increases their probability of success and I am sure they would appreciate it. Dear Louis: If anyone is thinking about sending peanuts to Disney Channel to “save their show,” you can save yourself a stamp. The Disney Channel has an unwritten policy that no show, no matter how huge, ever goes past five years. That was true with “That’s So Raven” and that will be true with “Hannah Montana.” The Disney folks are all about marketing and they make sure that their stars are being groomed for other things (look for Christy Carlson Romano, the voice of “Kim Possible,” at a cineplex near you). The idea is that they want to make sure that nothing gets stale and that they are preparing their audience for the next hot thing. A “Kim Possible” movie might happen, but I wouldn’t hold my breath.

This e-mail from a reader:

Last year I wrote you lauding Aaron Sorkin’s new TV series “Studio 60″and you were lukewarm in your agreement about the series and told me itwould be lucky to finish the year out on NBC and would certainly not berenewed.

This Sunday, Ricky Gervais will star in what’s likely to be the final episode of “Extras,” an 80-minute extragavanza that confirms that, while the show doesn’t live up to “The Office,” it’s still damn funny. (My interview with Sir Ricky runs Sunday). Watching “Extras,” it’s easy to convince yourself that Brits are funnier than Americans and, in some ways, they are. I mean, who else would be hilarious enough to serve roast beef and peas and call that a meal? Oh, there’s also Monty Python, Ab Fab, Fawlty Towers, etc.

The truth is, we in the US only see the very best of the Brits. A lot of the fare is EXACTLY like “Extras” faux show, “When the Whistle Blows,” in which catchphrases are a lot more important than character. Gervais himself will tell you that American TV rules. But let’s give our allies this: With the possible exception of “Taxi,” BBC’s “The Office” is the funniest sitcom ever put together.

Where do you fall in the Brits vs. American battle?

This Sunday’s paper will feature a look back at the year in TV, but I thought I’d give you a sneak peek at my faves of the year. Feel free to share your top choices as well:

 Best from June-December

1. “The War” (PBS)

 2. “Damages” (FX)

 3. “Curb Your Enthusiasm” (HBO)

 4. “The Company” (TNT)

 5. “Rescue Me” (FX)

 6. “30 Rock” (NBC)

 7. “Pittsburgh” (Starz)

 8. “My Boys” (TBS)

 9. “Real Time With Bill Maher” (HBO)

10. “Weeds” (SHO)

JANUARY-MAY 1. “Rome” (HBO)

 2. “The Sopranos” (HBO)

 3. “The Riches” (FX)

 4. “Frontline: News War” (PBS)

 5. “American Experience: Jonestown” (PBS)

 6. “Longford” (HBO)

 7. “The Office” (NBC)

 8. “The New Adventures of Old Christine” (CBS)

 9. “Friday Night Lights” (NBC)

 10. “The Winner” (Fox)

I’ll be doing some sort of wrap-up column in the next couple weeks, but it’s clear that documentaries will be well represented on the best-of list. Would love to hear your suggestions….

This Sunday, I’m writing about “webisodes.” Yeah, that’s right. I’m hip and happening. Of course, I wouldn’t be stooping so low if the writers’ strike wasn’t going on, but a man gets desperate, you know. The big surprise was “Quarterlife,” the new series from the guys who brought you “thirtysomething” and every other drama that makes you cry. You can read the full review of that and four other sites this weekend. In the meantime, feel free to share some of your must-click webisodes. If the strike continues, we’ll do another roundup this winter, inspired by your suggestions.