ABC’s had mixed success with their new shows this year, but what about Downward Dog? The TV show just premiered in May and we want to know if you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a second season.
Based on the web series of the same name, the comedy follows the day-to-day life of Nan (Allison Tolman), as told by her increasingly lonely and philosophical dog, Martin (voiced by Samm Hodges). The cast also includes Lucas Neff, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Barry Rothbart, Siovhan Christensen, Ayden Mayeri, and Andrew Gorell.
Downward Dog has brought in pretty poor ratings for ABC so far. Currently, the sitcom is earning an average rating of 0.87 in the 18-49 demo and 4.40 million viewers. The network held the comedy until very late in the season and produced just eight episodes — likely signs that ABC doesn’t have a lot of faith in the show.
However, even with falling ratings, does Downward Dog deserve a second chance in your book? What do you think? Should ABC renew this canine comedy or cancel it?
6/24 update: ABC has cancelled the Downward Dog TV show after one season. Details here.
Pls dont cancel Downward Dog! It is one of the best comedy series on tv. It just needs a little more time to catch on. It is so unique, I was shocked to hear ABC was cancelling it.
I would definitely watch another season of Downward Dog – LOVE Martin !! I would suggest more interaction between Martin and his humans…. please don’t cancel this show.
I would love a 2nd season! Really enjoyed the show, like “Girls” only warm hearted, sweet, not cringy, and likable leads.
I REALLY ENJOYED THIS SHOW!! ESPECIALLY THE DOG!! I could see a more character-y actress being his “human” though and giving us more “attractive” men and women in the show so we get to care about them more. I feel the writing also needed MUCH MORE INTERRACTION btwn DOG’s “HUMANS” and DOG!! That was supposed to be the whole point?
Loved this show!!What an amazing concept. I think the promo for the show wasn’t strong enough. I have told so many people about it, and most had never heard of it. If people watched it, most would be intrigued – and possibly hooked.
Absolutely loved this show. Would watch it daily if it were on!
Absolutely. Loved it!
Yes!!!!!! Loved it!!!!!!
Please, please renew Downward Dog. Actually a great show. With all the junk on TV, sorry, don’t take off a great real story.
Please renew this family dog series. Many people have dogs. You have so many undesirable choices, stay with a beautiful animal!!! Thanks
I loved the show. Martin is precious. What a waste of good writing and excellent acting. If this country portrayed people as real it would have done well. That’s why I prefer shows from the U.K. Real people, real lives, interesting stories. That’s why I channeled dish and local networks. A bunch of trash. Thank goodness for streaming services.
I love Downward Dog. Please renew for season 2.
Yes if it were on a different network!! I don’t watch anything on ABC since they cancelled Last Man Standing!!! Very sad because I love dogs, but since ABC is so stupid, I can’t watch a show I would have liked…..oh well, I hope they lose many more viewers, they deserve it!!!!
I get not liking a network, but you missed out on one of the best shows of the decade. Maybe you can watch online so that you join us in getting someone to pick up this show.
I agree ABC is STUPID for cancelling the show. I Do think another network should pick it up if they don’t bring it back. However if ABC did bring it back I would OF COURSE WATCH IT. I’m so Pissed off that it was cancelled. I want to egg ABC.
Downward Dog is such an amazing show! Introduced many friends to it.
Please don’t cancel and have more seasons. Not many shows on today that capture humanity through a dog’s eyes. Actors on the show are incredible.
We LOVED Downward Dog! My wife & I would enjoy seeing many more seasons. Friends we have introduced it to, loved it too! Please find a way to air it somewhere. We need more programs written with subtle wit and charm instead of what’s on TV these days.