Fans of CBS’ long-running Elementary TV show just got an early present from the network. Though just two episodes from season six have aired (and the ratings have not been good), CBS has renewed the beloved series for a seventh season.
A detective drama based on the classic Sir Arthur Conan Doyle characters, Elementary stars Jonny Lee Miller as detective Sherlock Holmes and Lucy Liu as Dr. Joan Watson. The cast also includes Aidan Quinn as Captain Thomas Gregson and Jon Michael Hill as Detective Marcus Bell, with Desmond Harrington in the role of Michael. This updated take on the detective story centers on Holmes and Watson, as they help the NYPD investigate the trickiest crimes in New York City.
Elementary: A Look at the Ratings
The ratings for this series have been coming down each year and, thus far, season six of Elementary is no exception. It’s currently averaging a meager 0.60 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 4.66 million viewers. Compared to season five, that’s down by 6% and 3%, respectively. Find out how Elementary stacks up against the other CBS TV shows.
So, why was Elementary renewed for another round? CBS Television Studios co-produces the series so the company gets the lion’s share of the profits from syndication. They have added incentive to add more episodes to the syndication package. Word is that the show also does well internationally. Deadline reports that season seven may be the final year but there’s been no official word from CBS yet.
CBS Cancellations and Renewals
All told, today CBS renewed six TV shows: Criminal Minds (season 14); Man With a Plan (season three); Life in Pieces (season four); Instinct (season two); Big Brother: Celebrity Edition (season two); and Elementary (season seven). The network also cancelled three series: Kevin Can Wait, Superior Donuts and Scorpion.
What do you think? Do you like the Elementary TV show? Will you be watching season seven? Should this be the end?
I look forward to seeing Elementary every Tues. Please do not cancel it.
I love Elementary. Glad it will have another season.
Love the show, the complexity, interesting crimes, and no nonsense (sort of) behavior! May not be the highest rated but it’s certainly better than some of the “comedies” on the fall listings.
We will be watching . Really enjoy it.
I love the chemistry between Joan and Sherlock and will definitely watch a season seven of Elementary.
I love the chemistry between Joan and Sherlock I will definitely watch a season seven.
I really enjoy Elementary. I like the turn it has taken in the season finale. Hope to see more adventures in London! Could be a big plus
Love love love Elementary. Great acting. Smart writing. Great plotlines. Good intelligent programming on network TV for adults! Imagine that.
We watch it and really like it. One of the best shows on CBS we record it so we can watch it anytime.
I think it’s one of the best shows on television. I like the individual stories that start and end in the hour that is played I don’t like the ones it go on and on like the last part of Michael although I am glad he’s dead
I LOVE elementary! Always have! I’ve seen every episode
I am sooooo HAPPY that this show got another season added! I was really worried that another good one got busted, I just can not understand that so many boring and dumb shows keep getting renewed but good ones get the axed.
I am happy that at least this one is still on for another season!!! I could do with at least five more. 🙂
My husband and I love Elementary- the characters, dialogue, plot twists etc. so thrilled to learn it is renewed for another season! Joan and Sherlock rock!!
Elementary has consistently been good. I tend to get tired of shows after a few seasons, but the writing on this show has only gotten better. Please keep it on.
I think poor ratings are a result of poor advertising and placing of network priority. This is the only show I record and watch reruns. It ranks right after the NCIS series with me. It always holds my attention.
I am with you Lizi I think I have seen every episode at least twice. Also a fan of NCIS series.
My husband and I really enjoy Elementary. We like to watch it every week. Please keep it on.