Last month, Syfy finished airing the first (and very short) season of Dominion. How did the sci-fi series do in the ratings? Will it be cancelled or renewed for a second season or, will it be cancelled instead?
Based on characters from the Legion movie, Dominion takes place 25 years into the future. It’s after the “Extinction War” in which an army of lower angels waged a war against mankind. The show’s cast includes Christopher Egan, Tom Wisdom, Carl Beukes, Alan Dale, Roxanne McKee, Anthony Head, Luke Allen-Gale, Shivani Ghai, and Rosalind Halstead.
In June, the series debuted to 1.96 million viewers and a 0.6 rating in the 18-49 demographic. Compared to other current Syfy scripted series, that was a positive premiere. Viewership dropped 26% in week two but then grew slightly in week three and leveled off.
The first season ended up averaging 1.6 million viewers and a 0.5 demo rating. That’s on par with other Syfy shows like Defiance (which was way down) and Haven. The numbers are much better than those of imported shows like Continuum and Lost Girl.
While Dominion hasn’t been a runaway hit, it has been a consistent performer for the cable channel. On the other hand, Syfy has other shows in the works so they may decide to focus on launching those. It could go either way.
Syfy’s Ted A’Zary has indicated that a decision should be coming soon.
If Dominion is renewed, showrunner Vaun Wilmott said in a press call in June that he already has story plans for at least five more seasons. If it’s cancelled, hopefully he’ll share what might have been.
But, what do you think? Do you like the Dominion TV show? Do you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a second season?
9/25 update: Syfy has renewed Dominion for a second season.
just finished season 1 on Hulu and am so upset it’s even a possibility this may be cancelled! Please DON’T! They always do this with all the good shows…. please see it through!
Please renew!! My boyfriend and I love the show!
Please renew! This subject has been intriguing to me the last few years, so it’s been great to watch this in some live form, outside of reading. I just watched about 5 or 6 episodes all in a row. I’m ready for next season.
I love Dominion, please bring back for season 2. This is a very good show and has a great story line. Good and evil exists no matter what the settings and surroundings are. Real life people deal with this everyday. Let the show continue the way it’s meant to.
Loved the show! Please continue
YES, PLEASE; RENEW & Extend!!! I was doubtful when a friend outlined the storyline; although I was raised in the church, but it didn’t “take” and I wanted nothing to do with religion, and that supposed aspect of the plot line might be off-putting to some people. That said, when I finally caved in to my friend & gave it a try one weekend, I ended up watching 5 episodes in one sitting & polishing off the other 3 the next day. I then told my husband to give it a try, so a few days later he “gave it… Read more »
Keep it…it is one of the better attempts at a good story line using science fiction with biblical history, even for a Christian believer like me. I really liked the characters, and I want to see how the Chosen One reconciles humanity with the angels and peace is restored.
Please give a 2nd season. I’m in! The story line alone is worth a 2nd season.
Loved the show! Please continue
Just watched all episodes in one day need season two
This is one of the best shows on TV, looking forward to several season…
Well written. excellent acting, great scripts.
I hope there will be a season 2. Dominion is the first show in a long time that I couldn’t wait to see each week. Not only that but it was a show my husband didn’t grumble about having to watch with me!
It’s also nice to see something about angels for a change instead of vampires or zombies!
Woooooh its dam good & am wactching out the space for season two
KEEP IT! There are so few good programs in the summer, but we need MORE episodes.
If Syfy don’t renew dominion sack who ever said not to renew it