TV shows that are based on comic books seem to be all the rage these days but they’ve found mixed success in the ratings. The Flash and Arrow are hits but Constantine was cancelled. How will the newest one, Dark Matter, perform for Syfy? Will it be cancelled or renewed for a second season? Stay tuned.
On Dark Matter, the crew of a derelict spaceship is awakened from stasis with no memories of who they are or how they got on board. Facing threats at every turn, they have to work together to survive a voyage charged with vengeance, betrayal and hidden secrets. The show’s cast includes Marc Bendavid, Melissa O’Neil, Anthony Lemke, Alex Mallari Jr, Jodelle Ferland, Roger Cross, and Zoie Palmer.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings, the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available.
9/1 update: Dark Matter has been renewed for a second season of 13 episodes. Details here.
Final season averages: 0.24 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 1.01 million total viewers.
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What do you think? Do you like the Dark Matter TV series? Do you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a second season?
Slow start. But that’s expected as they evolve characters giving us their backgrounds. I liken this to the British blakes7. But much better. Please syfy keep this on air as long as you can, don’t just drop it, I will watch it to the end. Season2 was amazing it is flourishing and deserves to see at least ten seasons to give it stature.
This is a very entertaining show that looks under-appreciated by TV audiences. I hope it stays on air for at least 5 years … please Syfy!
I love this series, and most of the cast, but these ratings look very worrying, I don’t think it will get much seasons. Why is this show so unpopular?
Great show. Great start to season 2.
If the first episode of the second season is any indication… we are in for a horribly-written, hopelessly slow and boring season. I hope I am wrong, but the premier of the second season left me angry at how terrible it was. Please, please, please get better with the next episodes…
I like it. Not award worthy but it’s good enough for me to keep tuning back in.
I agree with your, “not award worthy” comment. The only episode that really held my interest had Ruby Rose guest starring, which probably gave the show a huge ratings’ boost. No way I’m suffering through another season of contrived scripts, tacky sets, & a constrained cast.
great show
I really want to see the show stay on air. Great show!
I like the story and characters….very good series at least 4 stars….hopefully 2nd season will be shown soon..
DARK MATTER RENEWED – great news !!! I love this TV show. Annoying that we have to wait like a year to find out what happens next. 13 episodes in one season… come on. Man I miss the old days.