The fall television season has been in full swing for more than a month now, and I thought it was a good time to take a look at how things are progressing. I think since each show has aired three or four episodes each, that we have enough to evaluate the series.

"Bionic Woman": Michelle Ryan is doing a fair job in the role of Jaime Sommers. But the character hasn't caught fire with me. I feel something is missing, but I can't put my finger on it.

I also have issues with Lucy Hale's portrayal of her sister Becca. I know the character is there to connect Jaime to the real world, but I'd like the writers to give her something else to do besides whine. I'm ashamed to say that the only time this show connects with me is when Sarah Corvus (Katee Sackhoff) shows up. The character grabs me, and Sackoff owns the screen.

Once "Battlestar Galactica" ends, I'd love to see them retitle the show "Bionic Women," and make Katee a co-star.

The show is doing OK in ratings after the viewers desertion following the pilot. It's ratings appear stable, if not outstanding. I see the show lasting the season, and possibly beyond. "Bionic Woman" airs on NBC on Wednesdays.

"Cavemen": This is the first show I gave up on. There's nothing really occurring on the show that warrants it featuring cavemen, except as a excuse to tell bad racial jokes without offending anyone. But I could excuse even that if the show was actually funny. It has yet to make me laugh. I hope it dies a quick death, but since I hate it, it will probably run five years. This alleged comedy airs on ABC on Tuesday nights.

"Chuck": This show contains the most annoying character on a genre series this season, Morgan. Played by Joshua Gomez, I cringe every time Morgan is on screen. In this respect, I can relate to Ellen Bartowski, played by Sarah Lancaster, who absolutely hates Morgan. This show seems to have more interesting 'A' stories than some of the other genre shows this season.

Zachary Levi, who plays the title character, is perfect as the nerdish manager of a Nerd Herd, the show's equivalent of the Geek Squad. Adam Baldwin and Yvonne Strzechowki play the agents assigned to guard Chuck.

This show is a good blend of action and comedy, and I have to admit I find myself looking forward to seeing the Nerd Herd staff. They play their roles like workplace zombies, realizing they are in a nowhere job with no future, but not doing anything to remedy the situation.

The show is pulling in decent numbers leading into "Heroes," and while it's not a hit, it's a solid performer. I see this one making the entire season easily. "Chuck" airs Mondays on NBC.

"Journeyman": This is a good show, but I've been underwhelmed by it. The show has its weekly time travel plot, where Dan (Kevin McKidd) sets right what once went wrong. But those stories lack interest.

His interactions with his ex-fiancee on the trips, and his wife at home are where the real story is. I don't like the brother character, but am willing to see where it's going.

I think this show has some problems. The lack of decent "A" stories (the time travel) drag it down. And the fact that the show loses a big portion of the lead-in audience from "Heroes" doesn't bode well for its survival. NBC recently ordered three more scripts, but did not OK producing those scripts. I think if the WGA goes on strike, they'll be made. Otherwise, my gut tells me we'll get the original 13-episode run, and that will be it. It's a pity, because this show deserves a chance.

"Journeyman" airs on NBC on Monday nights.

"Moonlight": I'm surprised at how much I enjoy this program. It's the opposite of many shows that pose a question, then take all season to answer it. In Episode 2, Mick (Alex O'Loughlin) reveals his secret to Beth (Sophia Myles). And in the very next episode Beth takes Introduction to Vampires 101, where she -- and we -- get the scoop on the vampire world. This show has David Greenwalt's fingerprints all over it, and I just hope the quality continues once the episodes he oversaw have aired.

Given that it's a perfect fit to its lead-in program "Ghost Whisperer" with almost no loss of lead-in viewers, I think this show is here for the full season, if not longer. "Moonlight" airs Fridays on CBS.

"Pushing Daisies": The narrator annoys me, but I have grown used to him. This show come across as blend of Tim Burton and Dr. Seuss. And I mean that in a good way.

The show is flawlessly acted, with the possible exception of the lead Lee Pace as Ned. Anna Friel, Chi McBride and Kristin Chenoweth are all a delight to behold. This show is so filled with charm and whimsy, it could hurt your sweet tooth.

It's ratings have stabilized, and even though it's not pulling in "hit" numbers, they're not bad. The only problem I see with this show surviving is that it may be too different for the average viewer. "Pushing Daisies" airs on ABC on Wednesday nights.

"Reaper": I like "Reaper." It's funny, and has likeable characters.

The main stories, regarding the escaped souls are not very interesting. But the character stories are. Sam (Bret Harrison), along with his friends bumble along and figure out in the last 10 minutes how to use the vessel provided by the Devil, and capture the escaped soul. It's almost formula at this point. There is only one break-out character on this show, Ray Wise as the Devil. Ray Wise looks like he's really enjoying his job, playing the Devil as sympathetic to his employee, but dark and cruel to others. Missy Peregrym plays Andi, the love interest, and my biggest gripe with the show revolves around this character.

Sam told his two friends about his job with the Devil, but doesn't tell Andi. The only reason he doesn't tell her is to provide a source of angst. Without her knowing, it gives Sam opportunities to stand her up, and disappoint her, without any good explanation.

A contrived situation like this is just poor writing. I hope they get over it soon.

"Reaper" airs Tuesdays on The CW, so its ratings aren't very good. How anything survives on the CW is anyones guess. My guess is this will be around for the entire season. I'm not certain about the next.

Ed Left is a columnist for Airlock Alpha, working out of Chicago. He also is the Webmaster of SciFi On TV. He can be reached at eleft@airlockalpha.com.