Why did Designated Survivor have to go? Recently, Variety speculated on the reasons why ABC cancelled the TV show after two seasons.
The political drama centers on Tom Kirkman (Kiefer Sutherland), a low-level cabinet member who becomes President of the United States after a massive attacked on the capitol. The cast also includes Natascha McElhone, Adan Canto, LaMonica Garrett, Kal Penn, Maggie Q, Malik Yoba, Paulo Costanzo, Zoe McLellan, Ben Lawson, Tanner Buchanan, and Mckenna Grace.
According to Variety, there are several reasons why ABC decided to cancel Designated Survivor. For one, the drama was sinking in the ratings. So far, season is averaging a .71 in the 18-49 demo and only 3.951 million viewers.
Secondly, the show has gone through four showrunners in only two seasons. And, to cap things off, season three would have required Designated Survivor to move production from Toronto to Los Angeles, a costly move for a low-rated series.
What do you think? Have you seen Designated Survivor? Would you have watched a third season?
We are watching season 3 now and the show really took a nose dive . So much bad language . And a lot of good actors gone .
Designated Survivor was my wife’s and I favorite show. We were very disappointed to hear it was cancelled. It actually depicted situations that might actually happen during this current administration. We believe there were political reasons why the show was cancelled, but of course, that will never come out in the open if it’s true. The low ratings (if true) might be because too many people prefer to watch these mindless sitcoms and reality shows. But to each his own.
LOVED Designated Survivor! The story, the characters the continuing deepening plot … Really sorry I didn’t watch it earlier to add to the “watchers” 🙁
My wife and I think that the show was well worth watching and the cast was superior to other dramatic shows. Renewal would be most advantageous.
A great show.
I am unhappy if it was cancelled.
John – I watched the First Season on Netflix and thoroughly enjoyed it. I am looking forward to see Season 2 and am very disappointed that this Series has been cancelled before getting an opportunity to be seen.
Yes I would watch it every week as it is my favorite show and have never missed a show.
I loved watching this show. It had great acting and wonderful plot lines. I will watch it on Netflix, like almost everything I watch.
It was my favorite show on tv
I am so glad Netflix picked up season three. I watched it every week. Great story line I wish it appeared in real life,
Def. I’ve been waiting since the last episode of series 2.
I don’t buy the reason ABC cancelled. I think they cancelled i because of political reasons .
Yes, we have watched every episode and was looking forward to season 3
This is honestly one of the best shows on tv!! We need a President like that
I watched that show every night it was on. We need Designated Surviror back for aeason 3 and more
We watched every week! Loved the characters and the story line! I will never join Netflix!