Has CBS killed BrainDead? Network chief Glenn Geller recently discussed the show’s status at the TCA summer press tour.
From Robert and Michelle King, the dark comedy stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead as a young Washington DC staffer who begins noticing something wrong with the politicians on Capitol Hill—mysterious bugs are eating their brains. The cast also includes Aaron Tveit, Tony Shalhoub, Nikki M. James, Johnny Ray Gill, Charlie Semine, and Jan Maxwell.
At the TCAs, Geller said no decision has been made yet regarding BrainDead‘s future:
For all you @BrainDeadCBS fans, don't hold your breath waiting for a pickup commitment today; they've made no decision as of yet. #TCA16
— The TCA (@OfficialTCA) August 10, 2016
CBS’s Glenn Geller on #BrainDead: We haven’t made any determination on the scripted shows. #TCA16
— Debra Birnbaum (@debrabirnbaum) August 10, 2016
No decision yet on whether @BrainDeadCBS will be back for another season #TCA16
— TV Guide (@TVGuide) August 10, 2016
So far, the show hasn’t performed as well in the ratings as many of CBS’ other series. Seven episodes into season one, BrainDead is averaging a .46 in the 18-49 demo and 3.054 million viewers.
What do you think? Are you watching BrainDead? Would you like another season?
Please don’t cancel BrainDead. This is the greatest show ever. Even my 11 year old son loves it.
This is one of the few shows both my husband and I watch together – we both LOVE BrainDead. It’s witty, fun and also my husband’s favorite new show. Please bring it back for season 2!!!!
Do not cancel this show. Some people tape it and that is why ratings are lo. It is fantastic
PLEASE DO NO CANCEL THIS SHOW! This the BEST SHOW EVER!!!
This is the first network show that my husband and I have watched in years. Finally, something worth watching! We loved it! Please do more shows at this level of bright dialogue and humor.
This show is awesome. I a sick of networks keeping the junk and getting rid of the jewels. If they don’t pick up a second season for Braindead, I am done with regular television. I will cancel cable and subscribe only to Netflix. I know that I am not the only one who subscribes to this point of view. Networks need to stand behind their good shows and give them the opportunity to take hold and find their audience or risk losing their audience for good.
Please don’t cancel this show!!! It’s really good me (38) and my 10 year old daughter love it!
My husband is usually not into shows other than sports but we both love braindead. It’s smart, funny and soo campy. Please bring it back.
Great show
I really hope that BrainDead is renewed for a second season. I think the title may work against this show. Some may think it is all about gore, etc. Put out some ads showing the humor, suspense and romance of the show and more people may discover this very clever and fun program. The writing is great and the actors are wonderful. Also,can’t wait to see them all on Wall Street.
PLEASE renew!
I enjoy this show very much. I look forward to it each week. Looking forward to next season.
This is the best new show on CBS! Bring it back!
My family love the series, and I have teenaged boys who’s usually watches nothing but gaming.but they watch this series. they say it’s different and that’s why they like it.
We deserve more of this intelligent, hilarious show. Season Two!!
Love, love, love it!! Funny, different, intelligent TV that’s not like every other show. Don’t disappoint us. Bring it back!!!