Commentary by Saif Sarfani, Campus Carrier Staff Reporter

Start popping those kernels and pouring a tall glass of soda because you’re going to want to plant your behind in the recliner for the new fall television shows coming your way.  From seeing the image transformation of a wannabe Internet sensation to a genuine person in “Selfie” to exploring the not-so-magical workers’ lives of one of the country’s most popular theme parks in “Happyland” to solving some of the world’s most complex problems in “Scorpion,” a study break will come in order.

Learn more about these sizzling series to get an idea of which ones you’d like to watch at the end of this month.

Starring Karen Gillan (“Doctor Who”) and John Cho (“Harold and Kumar”), “Selfie” is about a pompous social media buff’s attempt to rebuild her image in order become a more approachable, loving person.  The show is a loosely based modern version of the musical “My Fair Lady.” The self-centered Eliza Dooley (Gillan) finds Henry Higgenbottam (Cho), a marketing self-image expert, to help her out.  Henry takes on the task of rebranding Eliza’s image in hopes of making her realize that there’s more to life than updating Facebook statuses and posting the perfect Instagram selfies. Through interactive, real-life approaches, Henry teaches Eliza how to show concern for others, make real friends, and live life outside of the internet.  Premiering Sept. 30 on ABC, “Selfie” will slowly but surely knock your socks off with its flavorful comedy, drama and eventual romance.

Contrary to this next show’s title, things really aren’t as jolly as they seem in “Happyland.” Starring Bianca A. Stantos, Camille Guaty, Shane Harper and Cameron Moulene, the sitcom centers on Lucy (Santos), the cynical teenage daughter of a fancy amusement park mother, Elena (played by Guaty). Having been raised in a materialistic world of happiness, Lucy desires to leave her lifestyle and experience reality. This is where Ian (Harper), the son of the park’s new owner, enters the story. Lucy falls in love with Ian and it seems Lucy’s life is going well, but then things take a turn in the wrong direction. A notorious secret unfolds, causing her to learn that there’s much more behind Happyland’s exterior glitz and glory. The dramatic tragedy premieres Sept. 30 on MTV.

Last but not least, you’ll definitely want to get stung once you’re hooked on the mystery series “Scorpion.” Based loosely on the life of genius computer expert, Walter O’Brien, the series will feature O’Brien (Elyes Gabel) recruiting other brainiacs to solve the world’s most complicated problems. The show’s hacking scenes in particular will feature technically accurate tools and methods used to answer the underlying unsolved mysteries. Premiering Sept. 22on CBS, “Scorpion” will have you glued to the television.

But for now, keep those books open and those pens writing. Just remember to prepare yourselves for the kicks, slips, romance and mystery–you won’t want to miss a single minute.