First came the stupid idea to push back the last nine episodes of "Prison Break" to mid-May (by which time no-one will care). Now, Fox is pulling critically acclaimed comedy Arrested Development from its schedule, effective immediately reports MSN.

Two episodes of Arrested Development aired this week, after a month-long pause, but the run won't be resumed until after the all-important ratings period in November. The network has also cut back on the number of shows it ordered from producers at Imagine, asking for just 13 segments, instead of 22.

Despite many awards and a very loyal following, the show has drawn just six million viewers this season. Fellow sitcom this season "Kitchen Confidential" has also been put on hold.

Thanks to 'Frank'