(CBS)
Somewhere, Dr. Phil is smiling. CBS has renewed its Bull TV show for a third season. Although the ratings fell some in the sophomore season, the series remains a top performers for the Tiffany Network, so the renewal was expected.
A CBS legal drama, Bull stars Michael Weatherly, Freddy Rodriguez, Geneva Carr, Jaime Lee Kirchner, Annabelle Attanasio, Christopher Jackson, Dena Tyler, Jill Flint, and Eliza Dushku. The series centers on the brash and charming Doctor Jason Bull (Weatherly) — a character inspired by the early career of Dr. Phil McGraw. In heading the team at his Trial Analysis Corporation, Bull combines psychology, human intuition, and high-tech data to learn what makes jurors, attorneys, witnesses and the accused tick.
Bull: A Look at the Ratings
The second season of Bull is averaging a 1.19 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 10.57 million viewers. Compared to season one, it’s down by about 17% and down by 7%, respectively. Find out how Bull stacks up against the other CBS TV shows.
CBS Renewals
CBS renewed a total of 11 series, today: Blue Bloods, season nine; Bull, season three; Hawaii Five-0, season nine; Madam Secretary, season five; MacGyver, season three; NCIS: Los Angeles, season 10; NCIS: New Orleans, season five; Survivor, season 37; The Amazing Race, season 31; 48 Hours, season 31; and 60 Minutes, season 51. They join previously renewed series: The Big Bang Theory, season 12; Young Sheldon, season two; Mom, season six; NCIS, season 16; SEAL Team, season two; and SWAT, season two.
Learn more from this CBS press release.
04.18.2018
CBS ANNOUNCES 11 MORE SERIES RENEWALS FOR 2018-2019
New Pickups Include…
Entire Friday Night Lineup – “MacGyver,” “Hawaii Five-0”
and “Blue Bloods”
The Dramas “Bull,” “NCIS: New Orleans,” “NCIS: Los Angeles”
and “Madam Secretary”
Reality Series “Survivor” and “The Amazing Race”
CBS News Broadcasts “60 Minutes” and “48 Hours”
Combined with Previous Pickups, CBS Has Now Renewed 17 Shows: 10 Dramas, Three Comedies, Two Reality Series and Two News Programs
Demonstrating strength, stability and depth across the schedule, CBS announced today the renewals of 11 more primetime series for the 2018-2019 season. Combined with previously announced pickups, CBS has now renewed 17 series for next year, including its entire Tuesday and Friday night lineups.
TODAY’S ANNOUNCEMENTS:
–BULL
PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED PICKUPS:
–MOM
–NCIS
To date, the Network has renewed 12 of the top 20 scripted series; 12 series with 10+ million viewers (more than the other networks combined); and three of the top six most-watched freshman series (YOUNG SHELDON, SEAL TEAM and S.W.A.T.).
What do you think? Do you like the Bull TV series? Did you think CBS would cancel or renew it for season three?
I like Bull. I never thought anything like this took place before a trial, but I should have being a career police detective. I understand why, after some shows, that Bull had to also determine the ‘real’ suspect in a crime. It was to make the show more interesting. Truth is though, finding the real suspect isn’t the defense attorney’s job, and most couldn’t do it anyway as they have enough to do to get their client acquitted.
Thanks for returning to TV. Love “Bull”. Also, thanks so much for shaving. You look much better clean shaven than with whiskers! Some men can wear whiskers. I don’t think you look credible with whiskers. Keep in there! Respect for you from an 82-year old. God bless you and your program.
I love the series Bull. They have been cancelling some many of the series that’s inlove that I am rejoicing for the announcement of the new renewal series for Bill. Thanks! MS
I like the show Bull, really happy it is still on!
We just love Bull!! It’s so exciting and always on our seat second guessing what’s going to happen next. It’s refreshing and different!! Please don’t take it off!! The actors r perfect for their part!!
My husband and I love this show! We are estatic that it’s back for a 3rd season. Please don’t ever cancel this program. It’s both intellectual and entertaining. The cast is amazing together.
Please do not cancel BULL it’s A great show everybody Competes with same old things and then they all get cancel like the brave And valor everybody jumped on the same wagon with the same shows please keep BULL it’s great and different
Love Bull. Glad it’s being renewed. Wasn’t sure I could see Michael Weatherly as anyone but Tony from NCIS. He suprised me and I don’t see Tony, just Bull. He’s a great actor and I’m really enjoying seeing him in this role. I love the whole ensemble of actors. Kudos.
This show is too intelligent for average American viewer.
That is not true.
I don’t agree. There is just enough intrigue, just enough emotion, just enough doubt, and just enough cockyness with Bulls character to keep it interesting. Besides Survivor it’s my favorite show.
I love Bull. .please bring it back! Favorite. Michael IS the best!
Totally agree!
I love Michael Weatherly and his new show even though I still miss seeing him on NCIS. I’m happy that Bull was renewed, can’t wait to see what next season brings.