Stephen Baldwin has signed on to host the third season of SciFi Channel's original series "Scare Tactics," replacing original host Shannen Doherty, who has left to pursue other projects, the network confirmed.

SciFi has ordered 14 new episodes of "Scare Tactics," a half-hour hidden-camera series produced by Hallock Healey Entertainment.

"It's a hilarious show, a lot of fun," Baldwin said in a statement. "It's more fun than I anticipated. The producers get my sense of humor." 

He added: "It's been interesting coming on board [to an established show] and working with the producers to create a new feel. There's a more spontaneous, high-level energy feel to the show. ... I'm excited about opportunities in the future for whole new levels in 'Scare Tactics.' I think we can take this show to places it hasn't reached yet."

Doherty completed eight episodes of the second season. "Shannen was a great fit for the show and really helped get Scare Tactics the attention it deserves," series producer Scott Hallock said in a statement.

July 13, 2004

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