FOX announced its new schedule for the 2009 – 2010 season earlier this week and, other than the renewal of Dollhouse, there weren’t many surprises. If you count in the numbers for American Idol, the network is still doing very well with viewers in the 18-49 demographic.
New shows that are on the way for next season include Brothers, Human Target, Past Life, Sons of Tucson, and The Family Guy spin-off, The Cleveland Show.
Shows that will be back next season include 24, American Dad, American Idol, America’s Most Wanted, Bones, Cops, Dollhouse, Family Guy, Fringe, Glee, House, Kitchen Nightmares, Lie to Me, The Simpsons, So You Think You Can Dance, and ‘Til Death.
King of the Hill has been cancelled but, because FOX still has some leftover episodes, the network has indicated there are plans to air a few next season.
So You Think You Can Dance is also airing over the Summer. It’ll be joined by returning reality shows like Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?, Don’t Forget the Lyrics!, Hell’s Kitchen, and The Moment of Truth. Joining them will be new series Mental and More to Love.
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As is the case every year, there are a handful of shows that won’t be returning next season. Some had already been cancelled while we only suspected that others had been slashed. And the unlucky ones are…
Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?
The Jeff Foxworthy-hosted game show pits the knowledge of adults against precocious pre-teens. The show is set to return with new episodes in late June but that’s supposed to be the end of the show’s run. For those who enjoy the series, a syndicated version will begin airing in September on MyNetworkTV.
Do Not Disturb
A sitcom based in a posh New York City hotel. With bad reviews and few viewers, FOX pulled the plug after three installments aired. Three episodes, including the pilot, were never broadcast.
Don’t Forget the Lyrics!
This sing-a-long game show is hosted by the always-energetic Wayne Brady. It returns to the FOX schedule for the Summer months but they aren’t making any more episodes.
Hole in the Wall
A strange game show in which contestants try to quickly contort their bodies to match the cutouts in a rapidly moving wall. There were 26 episodes produced and, to date 18 of them have aired. They may air at some point but there won’t be any more produced.
MADtv
The fourth network’s answer to Saturday Night Live lasted 14 seasons before FOX pulled the plug. Producers want to find another home for the series but thus far, they don’t appear to have been successful.
Osbournes: Reloaded
This strange reality show revolves around the crazy Osbourne family interacting with audience members and outrageous acts to create crazy stunts and comedy. Based on the poor performance of its March 31st preview episode, FOX has cancelled it. Five additional episodes were shot. They may see the light of day at some point but no others will be made.
Prison Break
The network says that Michael Scofield and frenimies can finally stop running. The prison drama is ending after four seasons. A two-hour follow-up movie has made and is coming to DVD in July. FOX may or may not air it as well.
Secret Millionaire
A reality show in which millionaires go undercover in depressed areas and end up awarding money to people in need. The network has said there’s a chance that it may be revived someday but, for now, it’s dead.
Sit Down, Shut Up
From creator Mitch Hurwitz, this animated series reunites several Arrested Development castmembers. Unfortunately, the series wasn’t beloved by viewers or critics as much. Four episodes have aired, leaving nine on the shelf. Again, they may air but there won’t be any new ones made.
Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles
This sci-fi action series lasted just 31 episodes before having its plug pulled. Though you’d think that there’d be a big audience for a small-screen version of the Terminator franchise, not many viewers tuned in.
Will you miss any of these cancelled shows? Has FOX made any mistakes or have they gotten these right? See any they shouldn’t have renewed but did? Leave your comments below!
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Thanks to FOX I’ve given up altogether on watching ANY tv shows. Basically when they cancel a show, they’re giving the middle finger to anyone who has become a fan of it. “We suckered ya in, and left ya hanging! Hah!” Is this how to treat viewers? Is it any wonder most new shows get crappy “ratings”? No, thanks. I’m not wasting my time watching a show that won’t have an end to the story. All the while putting up with the same lame commercials, and having to wait weeks or months for the story to continue. It’s time to… Read more »
My wife and I LOVE the Sarah Conner Chronicles! They messed up when they put it on Mondays because there is a very heavy Monday schedule on that day, plus they are competeing with MN Football! Put it on Weds or Thurs and see how they do or make it a summer sensation, but BRING IT THE F BACK! As for Dollhouse, it got a lot more interesting by the finale, so I can see another season. The other cancellations they got right though.
Sorry to hear about the Sarah Connor Chronicles. This show would be a good fit for SciFi network. Especially since SciFi now has nothing I watch anymore.
Cant believe prison break has finished, im truly gutted. Hope they keep fringe goin on tho as that is very interesting….
I HATE FOX ******** cancelled TTSCC!!!! I WILL NEVER WATCH FOX AGAIN, I WILL STAY LOYAL TO CBS AND THE UNIT!!!
“I would say TSCC fans are much more dedicated than dollhouse fans, I wonder why fox has not considered this when it gave the cancellation.”
Perhaps because Fox Stiffed Joss Whedon, and felt bad about it… and therefore gave him an extra season!
Didn’t watch any of the cancelled shows anyway. I like ABC & NBC programs better.
i would like flash godon series to come back but i am happy that my other favourate shows are still going strong which is really good
I would say TSCC fans are much more dedicated than dollhouse fans, I wonder why fox has not considered this when it gave the cancelation.
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I so wanted Sit Down Shut & Do Not Disturb to fair well but even being a fan of the cast members I couldn’t get into them. The only real tradgedy of the Fox cuts is King of the Hill.
“Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronciles not be cancelled
reality tv is killing all the good hour dramas………i hate reality tv!!!!
My husband and I are huge fans of Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, and are very sad to see it cancelled. Time and again, we have become loyal viewers of an original, interesting, intelligent show only to have the plug pulled, without getting any closure to the storyline. (Arrested Development anyone?) I am personally sick to death of the derivative, uninteresting trash network TV keeps on the air, and this coming Fall season, I will not be tuning in to ANY new network series. What will I be missing? Probably another copycat procedural or something aimed at teens…I think I’ll… Read more »
I’m still mourning the loss of “Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronciles.” Why “Dollhouse” was given a 2nd season is beyond me…