What's Happening:  Phoebe turns into a mermaid, Piper discovers her baby has super powers, and this sounds so stupid.

Where It's Been:  The WB's biggest debuting show at the time, it was a solid alternative on Thursdays for several seasons. But as the witches grow old, it's off to Sundays.

Last Season's High: 6.7mil (October 4, 2001)

Premiere Prediction: 5.2mil

The Reason:  The WB has had so many problems on Sunday night, too many to count. Dramas have failed, as well as comedies. The only thing that works is the summer movie. Will "Charmed" change this? Probably not entirely, but with the WB is stalking the night full of hit shows (and repeats of hit shows), it has a fighting chance.

Angel (WB, Sunday 9pm. Premieres October 6th)

What's Happening: Angel does survive after his dip into the ocean, but meets Angelus when he comes back. He's the bad guy, I think. And to appease Angel/Buffy fans, Faith comes back in February.

Where It's Been: It aired after "Buffy" for its first two seasons, and held onto all of that audience. Btu when the Slayer jumped to the WB, it got moved to right after "7th Heaven," where it did okay, but not fantastic. Now, with the UPN's "must pick up if cancelled" clause just about run out, the WB is carting the drama off the Sunday.

Last Season's High: 5.3mil (October 1, 2001)

Premiere Prediction: 4.7mil

The Reason: This show has a very loyal audience. But it's also a timeslot leech. If "Charmed" succeeds, so will "Angel." If not, the angel will likely fly off for good.