Jimmy Smits won multiple awards for his work on the LA Law TV series back in the 1990s. Now, he’s back on NBC in another legal drama called Bluff City Law. Will his latest show also be a big success on the peacock network? Will Bluff City Law be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned. *Status update below.
A legal drama, the Bluff City Law TV series stars Jimmy Smits, Caitlin McGee, Scott Shepherd, Barry Sloane, Michael Luwoye, MaameYaa Boafo, Stony Blyden, and Jayne Atkinson. Coming from a famous Memphis family that’s known for taking on injustice, a brilliant lawyer named Sydney Strait (McGee) used to work at her father Elijah’s celebrated law firm until their tumultuous relationship got in the way. After barely speaking to Elijah (Smits) for years, Sydney is suddenly thrust back into the family fold when her philanthropist mother passes away unexpectedly. In the wake of the loss of his wife and in hopes of reconnecting with the daughter he loves, Elijah asks Sydney to rejoin his Civil Rights firm and take on a chemical company whose product may cause cancer. Despite her lingering resentment and distrust, she agrees because she knows that working alongside her father is her best hope at changing the world — as long as they can find a way to get along. No sooner has Sydney returned than she stumbles on a secret that Elijah has been keeping from her that may change everything.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings (particularly in the 18-49 demo), the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available — usually the next day, around 11:30am EST/8:30am PST. Refresh to see the latest.
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What do you think? Do you like the Bluff City Law TV series on NBC? Should it be cancelled or renewed for a second season?
*10/19/19 update: NBC has opted not to order any additional episodes of this low-rated series so, it’s likely to be cancelled.


This was my husband and my favorite show. We recorded it and watched week to week. So very disappointed it got cancelled.
I loved Bluff City show. I don’t understand why they only had 10 episodes. I sure hope it’s picked up for another season or new episodes for spring. It truly doesn’t make any sense to only have ordered 10 episodes. It takes longer for people to spread the word that it’s a good show.
I totally look forward to seeing 2nd season of Bluff City Law. It’s a “clean “ family show that we all can relate to. Would be heartbroken if it’s cancelled.
I enjoy watching Bluff City Law #bluffcitylawseason2