Article: Real 'Beverly Hillbillies' head to TV

By The Associated Press

Up from CBS comes a-bubblin' crude, with the network developing a reality series based on the venerable "The Beverly Hillbillies" sitcom.

CBS is planning to cast a weekly half-hour series that will chronicle the lives of a rural, lower-middle class family as they move into a luxurious Beverly Hills mansion.

The project is tentatively titled, "Real Beverly Hillbillies," the trade newspaper Variety reported.

A maid and personal assistants will be among the indulgences afforded to the family during a one-year stay in California. Participants also will be able to earn money each week as part of the contest.

"The intent is to be respective but at the same time enjoy the ...

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