Top 5 Android Apps Inspired by TV Shows

 If you just can’t get enough of your favorite TV show – or are on the verge of losing your mind waiting for the new season to start, a show-inspired app might give you the fix you crave. Television shows and networks are giving back to the fans that keep them on the air with creative, interactive apps that let you become part of their world. There’s a lot more to these apps than character bios and still photos. Take a look at the TV show apps we can’t get enough of.

Dexter the Game

If you sometimes feel like you’ve got a Dark Passenger just like Dexter, then you can let him out to play on this app inspired by the dark Showtime series.  Have you ever wanted to take a picture with the Ice Truck Killer’s rainbow hand?  Take pictures with this and other items from the show in the Dexter Photo Booth.  Afterwards you can check out information about the show and even see sneak previews for upcoming episodes.  This app is free for Android users.

Glee Karaoke

Don’t give up on your glee club dreams just because you’re closer to your 10-year high school reunion than your senior year. This app lets you follow your favorite students on and off of the screen.   This app allows you to see the latest from the cast and characters, as well as track any glee related Twitter activity. Stay in the loop on the next Gleeks to join the show with updates from The Glee Project. This app is a must have for any die hard Glee fan.

The Colbert Report’s The Word

Sometimes you just need some extra truthiness in your life. This app inspired by Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report” gives you a daily dose of Stephen Colbert sarcasm – and features an archive of “The Word” clips all the way back to 2005. You can search for clips by date aired or topic. So, if you’re concerned about the number one threat to America (bears), then step up your membership in the Colbert Nation by downloading this app for free and never be without a witty comment on current events.

30 Rock Quotes

Relive your favorite “30 Rock” moments and test your super-fan knowledge with this fun quote app that features thousands of your favorite lines from your favorite characters including Liz, Tracy, Kenneth, and Jack. Flip through the quotes and relive your favorite 30 Rock memories on the go.

The Vampire Diaries App

Turn yourself into a creature of the night with the Vampirizer that takes a pic of your innocent face and transforms you into a blood-thirsty fiend. You can also create video and pics inspired by the show that you can share with your friends. There is a social media game based on the series, and a Bloody Trivia game that tests your knowledge of Stefan, Damon and their tortured love triangle through video-based questions. Get all kinds of show extras, as well, including sneak peeks.