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The struggle (and story) of the Bowman family ends tonight. The Colony TV show has been cancelled after three seasons but, would you have watched more episodes and a fourth season? Should it have been dropped?
A USA Network sci-fi drama, Colony stars Josh Holloway, Sarah Wayne Callies, Tory Kittles, Peter Jacobson, and Alex Neustaedter. The story unfolds in the near-future, in a world where citizens are under military occupation by the Colony Transitional Authority, as part of a large extraterrestrial invasion. Former FBI agent Will Bowman (Holloway) and wife Katie (Callies) were raising their daughter and two sons in Los Angeles, but were separated from the younger boy during the invasion and did everything they could to get him back. The third season kicked off six months after the season two finale, with Will and Katie rebuilding their family in the world beyond the walls. They begin a journey during which they uncover the truth behind the occupation. Once again, this family finds themselves having to choose sides.
The show debuted in January 2016 and got off to a positive start with a 0.44 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 1.36 million viewers. The series lost some steam over the course of the season. The first year averaged a 0.38 rating with 1.13 million and it was renewed for a second season.
Season two of Colony launched in January 2017 and the 13 episodes ended up averaging a 0.26 demo rating with 814,000 viewers. Compared to season one, that was down by 31% in the demo and 28% in viewership. Still, Colony was renewed for a third year even before the season two finale aired.
USA didn’t start running season three until May 2018. Thus far, the third season has averaged a 0.17 demo rating with 672,000 viewers. Compared to last year, that’s down by 36% and 18%, respectively.
Colony is currently one of USA Network’s lower-rated scripted series but, other shows aren’t doing that much better. While it’s not a complete surprise that USA cancelled Colony, they could have easily renewed it to wrap up the story with a final season. Unfortunately, they opted to end the series after three seasons and 36 episodes.
What do you think? Do you think that USA should have cancelled the Colony TV show? Should the series have been renewed for a fourth (and final) season or, is season three a good place to end it?
Series should always have a closing episode that ties all loose ends and leads together. I loved the series and found it thoughtful, well written and professionally acted. The way the studio canceled the series and left the fans “up in the air” leads me to think twice about watching any new series until ALL production is completed. Very disappointed in how the show was terminated.
Most definitely! My husband and I feel this was the best season ever. And bringing in the second alien was amazing. A lot could have gone on with this and why you canceled it I don’t know. We are so so so sad and upset about this. You leave junk on the TV and take off the good shows! Three ti most definitely! My husband and I feel this was the best season ever. And bringing the second alien was amazing. A lot could have gone on with this and why you canceled it I don’t know. We are so… Read more »
What a bummer I loved Colony I was looking forward to season 4 so much wish it would return Wish I was rich would finance it myself LOL
Bring it back,BRING IT BACK, BRING IT BACK!!!!!!
A movie pickup would be amazing now. More production money for a battle btw the hosts and the unknown enemy, and closure we all need. That being said, I would rather a season 4.
I definitely would watch a season 4. They ended season 3 on a terrible note, leaving it with no real end. It could have ended better.
Absolutely!! We loved Colony!!!
It’s such a shame that this story wasn’t able to finish up. One of the best shows on TV (and I know that is saying a lot). I really hope someone else picks this up!
Such a great great show, one of the best on TV actually. It’s a hidden gem and now we will never know the final outcome. I really REALLY hope someone picks this show up.
Oh no! Please don’t cancel Colony. It’s a great show with stellar actor performance and outstanding writing.
Really??? Cancelled????
-Disappointed!!!
Disappointing to say the least. The only TV show/series I watched. The low viewership numbers surprised me. That said, would’ve love for a final season with a “true” ending.
I think it’s a mistake to cancel Colony. It’s a good show.
I must agree… a very stupid mistake… this is one of the best shows airing in america right now. Please bring it back
EXTREMELY disappointed!!!!!!
It was getting sooooo good!
– A season 4 to complete it would have been a better option! Rethink this!
Please just give us a few more episodes to wrap things up.
One more season!!!…Please
Soooo bummed!! I love this show and would have totally watched season 4. Please reconsider!!!