Though the series has declined in the ratings over the years, Medium’s always been a decent mid-season performer for the peacock network. Considering the state of NBC’s overall schedule, you’d think they’d be glad to have it back.
But, because of today’s economics and the network’s decision to schedule Jay Leno’s new show five nights a week, NBC cancelled Medium earlier this week.
Fortunately for fans of the show, CBS has decided to scoop it up. The network’s sister production company produces the show and makes a boatload of money from it in syndication. Bringing Medium back for more network episodes means that there will be more installments for the syndication package.
The show is also filling a problem spot on CBS’ Friday night schedule. The network hasn’t had much luck finding a strong, compatible show to fill the timeslot between Ghost Whisperer and Numb3rs. Medium, which combines elements of paranormal, family and crime drama, seems like a natural fit.
Interestingly, both Medium and Ghost Whisperer debuted the same year but on different networks. The two have frequently been compared and pitted against one another. Who would have guessed they’d end up on the same network, working together?
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This is wonderful news…thanks to CBS for saving one of my favorite shows…
I love Medium and ghost whisperer. Now all my friends can have a reason, place and time to get together every Friday night – TV PARTY NIGHT! Thank You so much CBS. Being able to stay in on a Friday Night these days helps every cut down on going out and still have a great time. This couldn’t come at a better time.
thanks cbs I love both ghost whisper and medium, its nice to know fridays will be awsome tv.
Medium has been my favorite show sence it first came on. I have never gotten bored of watching it and look forward to it every week. Please dont ever cancel this show. Like x-files this show is awsome and Ghost whisper cant hold a candle to Medium!
Medium is a great show! Thank you for saving it and bringing it to CBS!
Thank you for saving Medium. It is one of my favorites. It’s realistic in all aspects; family life, work relationships, interpretation of visions, ETC…. Ghost Whisper is cheesy and does not have the acting talant that Medium has. Can’t wait for new season. Woo hoo!!
@Misty: It’s been running for a couple weeks now. Check out hulu.com to catch up!
Thanks CBS for airing a season 6. I have watched this show from the begining and I love it. I am curious how this season will start since it was left with such a cliffhanger.
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