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Vulture Watch
Has Teddy Roosevelt’s secret crime task force found their serial killer? Is The Alienist TV show cancelled or renewed for a second season on TNT? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of The Alienist, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What’s This TV Show About?
Airing on the TNT cable channel, The Alienist stars Daniel Brühl, Luke Evans, Dakota Fanning, Brian Geraghty, Douglas Smith, Matthew Shear, Matt Lintz, Robert Ray Wisdom, and Q’orianka Kilcher. Set in 1896 in New York City, the mystery drama centers on Laszlo Kreizler (Brühl), an alienist, i.e. a criminal psychologist. When a ritualistic serial killer starts targeting boy prostitutes, Police Commissioner Teddy Roosevelt (Geraghty) drafts Kreizler to head up his secret investigation into the murders.
Season One Ratings
The first season of The Alienist averaged a 0.41 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 1.77 million viewers. Learn how The Alienist stacks up against other TNT TV shows.
The Alienist ended after one season but TNT later ordered a sequel series called The Angel of Darkness. The channel has since decided that Angel of Darkness is now the second season of The Alienist and it debuts July 19, 2020. Stay tuned for further updates.
Telly’s Take
Although it premiered with very good numbers for a cable drama, the ratings have been dropping pretty quickly. Will TNT cancel or renew The Alienist for season two? I suspect this show will squeek out a renewal but it could easily be cancelled. I’ll update this page as needed. Subscribe for free alerts on The Alienist cancellation or renewal news.
6/13/18 update: Cast members have confirmed that the series ended with one season, though they’d be open for a second season. Details here.
8/16/18 update: TNT has ordered a sequel series called The Angel of Darkness. Details here.
5/21/20 update: TNT has changed the title of the sequel series to The Alienist: The Angel of Darkness and is treating it like a second season.
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What do you think? Did you think that The Alienist TV show would be renewed for season two? Will you watch the sequel series?
I found the Alienist to be one of the best shows on television. I hate to see the season end and strongly hope that there is a season 2 and even more!
What a great show! Please TNT, don’t lose yet another good show!
I think this show needs to be renewed. It is certainly a different show. However, I don’t fit the demographics for their ratings. My sister and I really enjoy watching this show even though it’s gruesome. We’re both over 65.
Yes … it proved to be an exciting series. I waited for Monday night to watch it . Dakota Fanning played a great part as did the rest of the actors. Real nail biter. Need another season.
Please, please, please have a Season 2. I am in love with this show. I look forward to it every Monday. What can I do to help ensure there will be a season 2???
We look forward to watching every week. The cast is excellent. Story keeps our interest. The costumes, sets, atmosphere are sublime. One of the best shows to come along in a while. PLEASE RENEW!!!!!!!!
I’m a mystery person. so many of my detective / suspense shows have been cancelled leaving me w/ a empty void. this show has closed the void. please continue producing this amazingly clever series.
Yes, a second season for THE alienist! Complex characters, intriguing story lines , fascinating historical setting, wonderful cast, excellent production.
THE ALIENIST is a series worthy of a second season. The characters are complex, the storylines intriguing, the historical setting fascinating, the actors wonderfully cast, and the quality of production excellent. We never miss an episode.
Hoping for Season2..great series
I just love watching the Alienist. In fact I have watched not only the original air date but have watched each episode OnDemand at least 3 times each episode. I am hoping for a 2nd Season and further character development. I just love this show!
I really like the show. It is well acted. Please season 2
The Alienist show is the best on TV now. I even watch the repeats. Its the best.
The characters are so well defined. Great Acting. I watch it over and over again,trying to guess what will happen next. Great Suspense. Acting. The best on TV
Love this show! Please do not cancel. I’m way too invested in these characters!
Love the show