A small update about TSC from Jim Halterman's latest "Ask Jim" column:

"Question: Do you know how many episodes there are/will be to Secret Circle?

Answer: As of now, there are 12 episodes plus the pilot but assuming the show starts strong, it should easily get a full order for the season, which will total 22 episodes. Fingers are crossed!"

Jim also mentions the interview he did with Gale at the TCA:

"I was doing my interviews with Mr. Harold and the rest of the Secret Circle cast for one of the sites I work with, www.TheFutonCritic.com, so it will be posted there around the time of the September 15th premiere. Stay tuned and be sure to follow me on Twitter (@JimHalterman) since I’ll tweet the link once the interview goes up! And, yes, Gale is just as hot in person."

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