In October, NBC decided not to order any additional episodes of the low-rated series, Trauma, essentially canceling the show after 13 episodes. Then, a few weeks later, NBC ordered three additional installments, likely because they anticipated holes in their spring schedule and the show’s producers were able to significantly cut production costs.
The show’s been off the air since November but the network has now announced that it’s coming back. Is there a chance that the show could actually see a second season?
Taking place in San Francisco, Trauma follows a group of first responders who risk their lives to save others. The cast includes Derek Luke, Cliff Curtis, Anastasia Griffith, Kevin Rankin, Aimee Garcia, Billy Lush, Jamey Sheridan, and Taylor Kinney.
The network recently announced that they were cancelling The Jay Leno Show as of February 12th. That means that, when NBC finishes airing its coverage of the Winter Olympics, the network will have five more hours of primetime to fill. That’s good news for Trauma.
NBC has announced that Trauma will be returning to Monday nights starting on March 8th. They’ve also just ordered three additional episodes, bringing the season total to 20. That means that there are 10 new episodes of Trauma to come.
If the new episodes of Trauma can attract significantly more viewers, the show might have a very good shot at being renewed — especially if the show can continue to be produced economically.
At the recent Television Critics Association winter press tour, Angela Bromstad, NBC’s Primetime Entertainment President, didn’t rule out the show having a future and the new episode order is certainly promising.
However, NBC has plans to beef up their pilot development for next season. The network will develop 10 dramas and eight half-hour comedies. For Trauma to get a spot on the 2010-11 schedule, the low-rated series will have to inspire more confidence than the new shows.
What do you think? Do you think Trauma has a real chance at survival or is it still doomed?
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Probably doomed, NBC has no BRAINS!
There is still hope to save Trauma again even after it has been cancelled. If everyone who supported this show on this website contacted NBC (in an appropriate manner) requesting that they reconsider the cancellation, we might be able to reach a sympathetic ear.
You can contact NBC directly by copying and pasting this link into your web browser:
http://www.nbc.com/contact/general/
You can also sign an ongoing petition that will also hopefully reach someone open to change and that values solid programs.
The petition form can be found by copying and pasting this link into your web browser:
http://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/trauma-petition/
With enough tenacity we may be able to bring change.
Trauma is the best show ever.. Don’t know why people think it should be doomed . I think it needs to be airred earlier.. And can’t wait for nxt season.
Well, I just saw the 5/14 NBC update that there is supposed to be no more Trauma for sure. BUT the only good news that I saw is this info from tvshowsondvd.com —
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Trauma-Season-1/13745
So – can’t wait til Aug10th !!!! I would LOVE it if they had some extra features on the DVD too (interviews, outtakes, info, behind-the-scenes, etc.)
i live in the uk and i love trauma and i would miss it if it was not on,
I think Trauma is a great show and if given a chance could possibily turn into another Er series from the paramedics view point. I would be sad to see it gone for good.
Trauma is a GREAT SHOW and should continue.
We also like Mercy and would hate to see either show dropped.
I THINK THAT TRAUMA WAS & IS ONE OF THE GREATEST SHOWS SINCE MONK ON TELEVISION. it keeps you entertained. Rabbit, is so cute & very easy to fall in love with, Not just as a love interest, I mean his soul is easy to fall in love with because he feels like real people. You can believe him. I really want it to be on for years & years.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE!!!!
Bring it back. It’s wonderful and Rabbit reminds me so much of my husband as he too was a daredevil paramedic!!!!!!!!
BRING IT BACK!!!!!!
trauma is an awsome show and it should continue
Don’t cancel trauma! Since E.R has finished we don’t have a good drama here in England
I love the show the actors and actress and the story line is always unique and keeps you on your toes.
It is different then all the other show on I cannot believe you have cancelled, please lets try again.
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