ABC recently cancelled several shows (Mixology, Suburgatory, Betrayal, etc.) and renewed many others (Resurrection, Revenge, The Goldbergs, etc.). What about the new Black Box series that airs on Thursday nights?
The show revolves around a beautiful and brilliant neuroscientist (Kelly Reilly) who’s hiding the fact that she’s bipolar. The rest of the cast includes Ditch Davey, David Ajala, Terry Kinney, Ali Wong, David Chisum, Laura Fraser, Siobhan Williams, and Vanessa Redgrave.
The show debuted on April 24th to a poor 1.5 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 6.87 million viewers. The ratings have gotten even worse as the weeks have progressed. This week’s installment hit a new low with a 1.1 rating and 4.31 million.
While ABC hasn’t cancelled Black Box, they surely will. The ratings have just been too low to be renewed for a second season.
The question now is, “Will all of the episodes air?” There are nine episodes remaining. If the ratings keep going down, the network could easily pull the show and replace it with reruns. Hopefully they’ll either air or release them so the show’s small audience can see them.
What do you think? Do you think that Black Box should be cancelled or renewed for a second season? Do you think ABC should air all of the episodes they have?
I like the show. It was unique. Hopefully they will renew for a second season.
I LOVE THE SHOW…. SEASON 2 PLEASE!!!
I love black box!!!! Please don’t cancel this show!!!!
Please do not cancel. For a lot of people television opens up their eyes. I’ve had epilepsy for years but could never talk about it, I love these shows incorporating them. Makes it easier to talk about and for people to understand. This show gets as close to the reality of it as a 45 minute show can. I know many people with mental states and this gets others who dont understand or don’t believe to give it a second thought can look more up about it do more for people with these.
I love Black Box. Please don’t cancel it
Black Box is a unique and riveting series! Not the same old Thursday night med show. Keep it going!!!
While the show got off to a slow start,
It suddenly began to pick up steam as characters
were introduced and further developed. The
premise of the show is completely original
and very unique. I hope this show survives to live
a second season. The finale was great and left you looking
forward to seeing more of this interesting cast of characters!
I would love a second season… great show… addresses many fears about people who have bipolar and other mental illnesses… people need to b made more aware of these…. if abc decides to not have a second season, at least don’t leave us hanging….. tie up the loose ends…. but I really think I’d they could promote a little better more people would tune in…..I didn’t plan on watching, but love it….. looking forward to at least nine more episodes
I love this show – it’s different and you can’t leave us hanging with her fired.
I absolutely love black box!!! I look forward to it every week. The season finale was amazing I hope they create a second season cause I would enjoy it so much!!! It shows that with any type of disorder you can still conquer your dreams and be successful. I so hope they create another season.
I have absolutely loved this program. The subject matter is fascinating, so I find it educational while at the same time I’m praying for Dr. Black to be able to keep it together. What a fantastic actress Kelly Reilly is. She really ‘sells’ her role. Standing ovation!!!! I’m 75 and find it very difficult to find anything worth watching on TV anymore. One has to be brain-dead, stupid, or a mooron to watch most of what is offered for entertainment anymore. But Black Box and Black List have got my attention. Please don’t cancel. I want to watch more of… Read more »
They are considering cancelling this show, when it portrays taboo mental issues so realistically… but I just saw a promo for a show in which people dress up and pretend to go on a quest. Seriously? I guess this show is too intelligent and deep for the majority. Typical.
Please do not cancel black box. The characters are so good and the acting is amazing.
Please renew!! Awesome show!!
I love this show. Please do not cancel it.