NBC has decided to pre-empt Chase once again but this time it’s looking a lot more permanent. The network has put the TV series on hiatus and replaced it with episodes of Minute to Win It. Though the network has not officially cancelled Chase, there’s certainly no compelling reason for NBC to bring it back.
Back in September, Chase debuted to mediocre ratings and things went quickly downhill from there. On Monday nights, Chase averaged just a 1.5 rating in the 18-49 demographic and a meager 5.44 million viewers. When the series moved to Wednesday nights for the new year, the ratings only got worse. It’s currently the lowest-rated scripted series on the network.
NBC pre-empted Chase this week and replaced it with a double dose of Minute to Win It. That move paid off with the game show literally doubling the demo performance of Chase’s last original episode. Not surprisingly, NBC has now bumped the remaining episodes of Chase from the schedule.
The peacock network had given the show a full season order back in October but by December had trimmed that back from 22 to 18 installments. There are currently five unaired episodes of Chase on the shelf and there’s no word from NBC on when or if they’ll ever be aired.
What do you think? Will you miss Chase? Why do you think it didn’t catch on?
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Chase was the best show weare really bummed that it was cancelled! Would love 2 see the episodes that werent aired yet!!
of course they cancelled CHASE***it had very good scripts, very good actors, very good production values, and was terrifically entertaining. But the ratings were low. Evidently, after years of watching this same kind of bulls___ programing, I am convinced that if TV executives and sponsors could get away with it, they would have full length reality shows of wart hogs having sex. oooooh, the ratings through the ceiling. Nothing new with those idiots, but, of course they make millions o$$$ for their scummy work.
PLEASE BRING CHASE BACK!! I LOVE THAT SHOW!!!
This must come back. The story line in each episode was excellent with leaving you wanting more. If NBC doesn’t bring it back, I hope another network picks them up. I am soooooo disappointed on this action.
I loved that show, i recorded it every episode till they put that minute to win it crap. I will miss the show and hope that they put it back on.
please bring it back, i would watch it on demand
I am speaking on the behalf of my husband and I when I say, WE LOVE CHASE!! While it may not have great ratings, it certainly pulls you in. There are enough reality tv shows. Change the nights, script, or something but it really should be brought back.
Chase is well scripted show and a lot better than those silly sitcoms
Please bring back the BEST EXCITING SHOW ON TV “CHASE”
My husband and I both really loved this show!!! I loved the fact that there is a female powerhouse that is strong and courageous. She is brave and has guts and isn’t scared. She is really cool. It was funny that after about the third show I realized that she was going to say “Son of a *****” at some point on the show. Almost a trademark phrase for her. I am not promoting foul language but I did find it comical at one point. She has a great team that seem to get along well and have each other’s… Read more »
BRING IT BACK…MORE REALITY SHOWS AREN’T NECESSARY.
Please, Please bring it back. Chase is a great show.
bring chase BACK !!! I WANT JESSE BACK ! or luke wateva pleaasee keep the showww
Why put CHASE on the back burner??? I am sick of the reality show garbage being aired and game shows! Chase was a another good series that producers are tossing out. Pick a better night to air the show and more promotion for the shows and I’m sure that ratings will increase.
pleeasee i missiing chase. each time i i log on to see whehther it has been aired -.- pathetic !
Bring – chase – back ! I want JESSEEEE!!!!! or luke wateva
I loved that show I hope CBS picks it up that is a better network anyways
I think Minute by minute is stupid and i will not watch it. My husband and I 59 and 64 loved chase, maybe you could put it on monday night at 8pm or 9pm, there is nothing on at that time. Chase is an awesome show, it is probably just on at the wrong time. Move it a little but don’t cancel it PLEASE