ABC’s had mixed success with their new shows this year, but what about Downward Dog? The TV show just premiered in May and we want to know if you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a second season.
Based on the web series of the same name, the comedy follows the day-to-day life of Nan (Allison Tolman), as told by her increasingly lonely and philosophical dog, Martin (voiced by Samm Hodges). The cast also includes Lucas Neff, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Barry Rothbart, Siovhan Christensen, Ayden Mayeri, and Andrew Gorell.
Downward Dog has brought in pretty poor ratings for ABC so far. Currently, the sitcom is earning an average rating of 0.87 in the 18-49 demo and 4.40 million viewers. The network held the comedy until very late in the season and produced just eight episodes — likely signs that ABC doesn’t have a lot of faith in the show.
However, even with falling ratings, does Downward Dog deserve a second chance in your book? What do you think? Should ABC renew this canine comedy or cancel it?
6/24 update: ABC has cancelled the Downward Dog TV show after one season. Details here.
Please keep it for another season! I think it is one of the best shows I have ever seen. May encourage more people to adopt animals and give them loving homes.
Renew this show. Love Downward Dog.
Downward Dog reflects the challenging reality of uncertainty, insecurity and the bravery to keep trying. This is an identifiable condition shared by many. The dog, Martin, mirrors our muddled sense of awareness . He tries so hard to figure out his place in life and how relationships work. This ‘humanities’ course is a safe and gentle platform from which we can laugh at, recognize and embrace our frailties. Yes…. This gentle encouragement into awareness deserves to grow in to a solid weekly program..
I love this show. The characters and the dog are great. Something new and different and not the same old stupid comedies that are always on. Leave it to ABC to stick it on in the beginning of summer when everyone is on vacation and then says the ratings are poor! At least give Martin his own show. He’s the star!!!
ON DEMAND is great for watching whats missed, you can also watch it on ABC.com
I LOVE THIS SHOW. IN A SEA OF UNINTERESTING PROGRAMMING THIS SHOW MAKES ME LAUGH! IT IS SO HIGHLY CREATIVE AND EVEN THOUGHTFUL!!
I love this show. The insight of Martin goes right to your heart. Every generation can relate to Nan and her boyfriend and their portayal of relationships and life in the workplace. All this explained by Martin is the best tv sitcom in years. The writing is insightful and poignant. Watching the show is like having a cleansing counseling session. Thank you to all!!
I looooove this show it is the best thing on TV right now and as more people find it the will think so too. It’s very creative like Seinfeld. Not just the usual replays of other plots. Please give it a chance to be discovered
Please renew this show!
Downward Dog is my favorite show!
BEST show on tv , Please RENEW
Intelligent, captivating, funny and original, Please keep it on!!!
This show should definitely be renewed. It is delightfully quirky. Why should the viewers be deprived just because ABC didn’t give it a good slot?
Love this show, renew season
Love the show, it’s hilarious and I cried laughing
I LOVE IT!!!! The dog’s voiceover is absolutely HILARIOUS!! And I’m not even a dog person.
I love the show….life analysized through the eyes of a dog…brilliant concept. It is about the love affair between Nan and Martin. It is just like my relationship with my dog. I look forward to the show every Tuesday. Please keep this show on so we can all learn to be better humans.