Network: ABC
Episodes: 173 (hour)
Seasons: Eight
TV show dates: March 9, 2009 — May 16, 2016
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Molly C. Quinn, Nathan Fillion, Susan Sullivan, Stana Katic, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Tamala Jones, Jon Huertas, and Seamus Dever.
TV show description:
Richard Castle (Nathan Fillion) is an incredibly famous mystery novelist who has become bored with his own success. His life starts to get interesting when he learns that a real-world copycat killer has started staging murder scenes based on his novels.
Rick is soon questioned by NYPD Detective Kate Beckett (Stana Katic), a very bright and aggressive detective who keeps her investigations under a tight rein. Their styles instantly clash yet sparks begin to fly, leading both to danger and a hint of romance as Rick steps in to help Kate find the killer. Once that case is solved, the author decides to use her as the basis for a new book series.
Rick uses his connections to get permission to accompany Kate while she investigates other cases, much to her frequent irritation. But Kate has a reputation for looking for “freaky” cases so she needs all the help she can get.
Others on her team include Kate’s confidant, Medical Examiner Lanie Parish (Tamala Jones); sardonic Detective Javier Esposito (Jon Huertas); and Detective Kevin Ryan (Seamus Dever), a nice guy who’s always ready to offer obscure facts. Captain Roy Montgomery (Ruben Santiago-Hudson) is their boss who makes sure that Kate’s cases go smoothly, in spite of all of the strong personalities involved.
Rick’s mother is Martha Rodgers (Susan Sullivan), a diva and former Broadway actress, who still seeks the spotlight and often ends up getting involved with the police cases. Alexis (Molly Quinn) is Rick’s quick-witted and insightful teenage daughter who keeps her famous dad in line.
Rick and Kate build upon their new relationship as they look to solve strange homicides in New York — as much fun as one can have with death & murder.
Episode #173 — Crossfire
With their best lead in hand, Castle and Beckett are ready to take on LokSat. But an unforeseen twist puts their case – and their lives – in jeopardy.
First aired: May 16, 2016.
What do you think? Do you like the Castle TV show? Do you think it should have been cancelled or renewed for a ninth season?
Please bring Castle back! It’s one of the few procedurals that works and the characters are unique and interesting. I am am really indignant about the networks testing the waters for a few episodes and then jerking quality programs off the air before they get a chance to become appreciated.
Are you freaking kidding me??? This show has been cancelled?? I love this show ! This is an original scenario that has everything you could ask for – the who dunnit, the sexual tension between characters, clever dialogue & great characters. Who is the idiot behind this decision?? Instead of cancelling all of the really good shows, why don’t you get rid of the person/people making these stupid decisions?
This show,Castle, is coming back and has not been canceled! Yah!
Has Castle been cancelled? That’s a shame. It’s a bit quirky, but that’s part of its charm. It’s quite a fun show.
Please bring back CASTLE. It is a great show and I love the great chemistry with the cast… BRING CASTLE BACK… PLEASE!!!
Please bring CASTLE back. Few shows keep me up past 10:00 PM. It was great!
I adore “Castle” and hope there will be a Season 2. Of all of the networks, it seems ABC dumps series faster than the others without giving them a chance.
Because of this, I was hesitant to watch “Castle” but decided to go ahead. I’m so glad I did because this was one of the best new shows on TV. I love the chemistry between the two leads and the supporting cast is also very talented.
Fingers are crossed for the return of this great show!
I really like this show and I would hate for it to be cancelled.
Anytime there is finally something good on, the tv stations keep moving it around so you don’t know when to watch it. I think the reality shows are horrible. I know why you produce them it is because it is cheaper.
PLEASE DO NOT CANCEL THIS SHOW
There are few shows that I like to watch on a regular basis, but CASTLE was one of them. I don’t know where you guys get your ratings, but someone needs to re-think how they get those ratings. It had nothing to do with following another prime time show. I looked for earnestly for weeks trying to find it changed to another day and time. Considering some of the other crap on cable, this was top notch and enjoyable to watch.
Absolutely love this show and look forward to watching it every Monday. Was surprised to see that the season seemed to end early. Can’t wait for next season to begin. Please keep this one around for a long time. Characters are perfect.
There are so few good shows out there and it seems they are all canceled. Find another slot for them. Before too long the only thing worth watching is nothing!!! You might as well cancel your cable and TV altogether. I am so sick of reality shows and seems like that is all that will be left. Why people bother with those I haven’t a clue Life is tough enough without some comedy to help, and Castle makes you laugh. Please do not cancel yet another great show!!!
Please do not cancel another great show like you always do… (ie: crusoe)////
Please, please, please DO NOT CANCEL CASTLE. Its the only decent thing on TV and the chemistry between all the players is just SO GOOD.
I loved the show-great chemistry betwwen all the characters. I hope the show won’t be cancelled.
I really enjoy your show :castle!! I hope you bring it back in the fall.