The cast won’t be back but the show title will be. ABC has decided to renew their low-rated anthology series, American Crime, for a second season. The show currently airs on Thursday nights.
On the first season of American Crime, a home invasion in Modesto, California results in the murder of war veteran Matt Skokie and a horrific assault on his wife Gwen. Four suspects are brought into custody for the crimes. Though the suspects and the victims fit a profile, they and their situations are far more complicated than anyone would have initially believed. The cast includes Felicity Huffman, Timothy Hutton, W. Earl Brown, Richard Cabral, Caitlin Gerard, Benito Martinez, Penelope Ann Miller, Elvis Nolasco, Johnny Ortiz, and Regina King.
The series debuted in early March to positive ratings but they quickly eroded. Last week saw the series hit a new series low with a 0.9 rating and 3.63 million viewers. Despite a disappointing season of ratings, ABC is bringing American Crime back for a second season — with a new cast and storyline.
What do you think? Have you been watching American Crime? Did ABC make the right decision or should they have cancelled the show instead?
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84 Comments on "American Crime: ABC Drama Series Gets Second Season"
I have never seen such a terrific show on network TV. I pray ABC does not give in and cancel it. Rich characters, exciting plot, never a dull moment. Its ‘fresh’ TV. ABC – give it a better lead in and promote the show more heavily. It gets ‘lost’ b/c the network starts in the middle of the year and therefore, does not get the publicity it deserves. There is no better network show on Television.
I love this show!! Please don’t take it away.
ABC…great decision making! American Crime is one of tv’s Best.
THE BEST SHOW ON TV!!!!!
One of my favorite TV shows. Love the cast and the story lines. Please keep on.
Great show,Glad its back
I am thrilled that season 2 made it to 2016! Season 1 was excellent and season 2 is as well. I truly appreciate the reality of this drama. Thank you!!
I REALLY enjoy American Crime and hope it continues
Yes, life is complex and so are race matters. I hope they do indeed have a Season 2.
I’m all on board for a season 2 of American Crime. I did enjoy the first season tremendously and would like to have this series on DVD. I think ABC made a good decision to continue with a second season.
LOVED this show!! Happy it’s returning, but bummed it’s with a different cast.
keep it, one of the best shows ever on American tv.
most american tv shows are total dribble, no plot, ez to
figure out
they assume we can’t ‘think’ or don’t enjoy thinking!!!!
British tv is far superior, but American Crime is on a new
level…..intelligent drama…..great
So happy to hear American Crime will be coming back. I will miss Felicity Huffman as she is a terrific actress. I hope it won’t become like American Horror Story. I didn’t watch it after the 1st season as I feel, for me anyway, it lost its appeal. Good luck American Crime!
The first season of this show was amazing! So happy they are coming back. The story line was so well done and made you feel like you part of the lives of these amazing actors. Can’t wait for the new season to start!