Rainn Wilson enjoyed a long run on the NBC sitcom The Office. How will FOX’s Backstrom perform in the ratings? Will it be cancelled or will it be renewed for a second season?
On Backstrom, an offensive, irascible yet brilliant detective (Wilson) is brought back from exile to run Portland Police Bureau’s Special Crimes Unit. The rest of the cast includes Genevieve Angelson, Dennis Haysbert, Kristoffer Polaha, Page Kennedy, Beatrice Rosen, and Thomas Dekker.
The higher a show’s ratings (particularly the 18-49 demo), the better its chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available — typically the following morning, around 11:30am EST/8:30am PST. Refresh to see the latest.
5/8 update: FOX has cancelled Backstrom after one short season.
Final season averages: 1.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 3.99 million total viewers.
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These are the final national numbers (unless noted with an “*”). These are different from the fast affiliate numbers which are just estimates of the actual ratings. The final nationals are typically released within 24 hours of the programming or, in the case of weekends and holidays, a couple days later.
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why do the really enjoyable shows get moth balled? please bring back backstrom
Is Backstrom gone forever? I loved this show as it made me think. . .yes, Backstrom was a pain but so was House and everyone loved him. . .come one guys, bring back this show!
BRING BACKSTROM BACK. BEST NEW SHOW ….
not terminated because of grades, or bad acting., was eliminated because of politics
I just learned this while checking to see when the second season starts. I am so mad!!! That was my favorite show, and I don’t watch much television. Fox You Absolutely Suck!!!!!
BRING BACKSTROM BACK. BEST NEW SHOW LAST FALL!!!!!
BACKSTROM WAS THE BEST SHOW LAST FALL! BRING IT BACK !
We all love it
Bring back Backstrom. We looked forward to it and taped the series. Great acting and fantàstic plot development. Way better than others that have been renewed!
Backstrom was GR8!! Was looking forward to seeing more!!
Please bring back Backstrom. Who will replace such a loveable, disrespectful character? What other detective show gives you so much action and laughter? The mix of characters and the rolls they played made you look at life differently. This show touched on topics that others steer well away from. You may love Backstrom or hate him but you cannot ignore him. Bring him back!