ABC’s ambitious remake of "V" got off to a strong start Tuesday evening, scoring the best debut for a new scripted series this season, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

"V" was tops in the key demo, scoring a 5.0 preliminary Nielsen rating among adults 18-49. CBS’ powerhouse "NCIS" still beat it out in total viewers — "V" had 13.9 million, while "NCIS" had 19.4 million and a 4.2 in the key demo.

— Allison J. Waldman