Viewers can get a second opinion on the hit series HOUSE with exclusive new content incorporated into encore airings starting tonight, Friday, March 5 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), on FOX. The never-before-seen material includes cast members’ revealing their behind-the-scenes insight on the episode’s production process, as well as their unique perspective as both an actor in – and a viewer of – the episode. Participating cast members include series stars Hugh Laurie, Lisa Edelstein, Robert Sean Leonard, Omar Epps, Jesse Spencer, Olivia Wilde and Peter Jacobson. Each cast member will be featured over the course of the encore schedule through Friday, May 21.

Question: Is Lisa Edelstein leaving House? I read about that and I’m sad. —Camila
Ausiello: I assume you’re referring to comments Edelstein made to Jewish Exponent that seemed to suggest she was planning to move on next season when her contract expired. Well, relax. Edelstein’s not going anywhere. “The question behind that quote was regarding life after House,” she clarifies. ”I’m not planning on leaving, I just don’t count my chickens before they hatch. Since I’m only owned for seven years at the moment, seven is what I said. However, if they want me for more I’m raring to go. I love my job!” Glad that’s settled.

Question: Where will Wilson’s ex-wife (Cynthia Watros) be living when she shows up on House? I can’t imagine she’ll be shacking up with House and Wilson.—Dana
Ausiello: “She hasn’t moved in, but she’s around a lot,” says Robert Sean Leonard, who reveals that Watros’ meatiest scenes are actually with Hugh Laurie. “I have the least to do in a way [of the three of us]. The whole dynamic of this is: the first wife returns, House hates her, and wants to start spying. I’m kind of the guy in the middle trying to keep peace. But it’s a lot of fun to watch Cynthia and Hugh tear into their scenes.”

Lisa Edelstein on Chelsea Lately

Lisa Edelstein and Olivia Wilde at Artists for Peace and Justice Benefit concert.

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