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).
This medical drama posted unspectacular numbers during its just-completed first season, finishing as one of the network's lower-rated shows. Still, its ratings are similar to those for other CBS dramas considered safe (like Madam Secretary and Blue Bloods), so a renewal isn't out of the question. An encouraging sign is a recent comment from CBS head Les Moonves suggesting that five first-year series will return. There will be six to choose from (two have yet to air), so Black could be back unless it is the lowest-rated of the six.
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