Renew/Cancel Odds for TV Shows Still on the Bubble
We are now two months away from TV's upfronts, when the broadcast networks announce their schedules for next season—and, with them, the final fates of all of their current programs. At this point, ABC is alone among the major networks in announcing renewals for the bulk of its current slate, while NBC has renewed a handful of programs. Many shows on the other networks (and even a few on ABC and NBC) remain on the bubble.
To determine which of those shows look safe, and which are in danger of cancellation, we have surveyed a variety of experts. Below, browse the resulting renew/cancel odds for 40 scripted shows still on the bubble (listed in alphabetical order).
Despite storytelling flaws so severe that many critics were calling for the removal of series creator Chris Carter after the finale, the return of Mulder and Scully for a 10th season (after a 14-year absence) was a ratings hit during its 6-episode run this year, especially toward the beginning of that run. It is widely assumed (including by Carter himself) that Fox will bring back the show for additional episodes, with the only potential obstacle being the availability of its stars.
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