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Vulture Watch
Will Lucious fully recover and keep the Lyon family on track? Has the Empire TV show been cancelled or renewed for a fifth season on FOX? The television vulture is watching for the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Empire, season five. Bookmark it or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What’s This TV Show About?
Airing on the FOX television network, Empire stars Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett, Bryshere Y. Gray, Trai Byers, Grace Byers, Gabourey Sidibe, Ta’Rhonda Jones, Serayah, Xzibit, Rumer Willis, Andre Royo, and Terrell Carter. Guest starring this year are Demi Moore, Phylicia Rashad, Taye Diggs, and Forest Whitaker.
In Empire, season four, Empire Entertainment celebrates its 20th anniversary, and Lucious (Howard) makes his first public appearance since the Las Vegas explosion. Of course, the Lyons each have their own concerns regarding his recovery, as does his nurse, Claudia (Moore). Meanwhile, Cookie (Henson) reflects on her 17-year prison stint. In order to preserve their family legacy and business, everyone must take a hard look at their past and present choices.
Season Four Ratings
The fourth season of Empire is averaging a 1.84 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 5.66 million viewers. Compared to season three, that’s down by 33% and down by 26%, respectively. Find out how Empire stacks up against the other FOX TV shows.
On May 2, 2018, Empire was renewed for a fifth season which will debut on September 26, 2018. Stay tuned for further updates.
Telly’s Take
Though the ratings are down, Empire remains FOX’s top show. I’m sure it will land a fifth season renewal. For now, I’ll keep a hungry eye on the Nielsens, and update this page with breaking developments. Subscribe for free updates on any Empire cancellation and renewal news.
5/2/2018 status update: FOX has renewed Empire for season five. Details here.
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What do you think? Did you think the Empire TV show would be cancelled or renewed for season five? How many seasons do you expect this FOX TV series to run?
There definitely needs to be a season 5 of Empire. I think they should keep renewing the show as long as possible its a very good show.
Bring season 5
of course they should have a season 5 but they need to watch it a little bit on the racism
You just gotta renew empire so we can all see how Cookie and Lusious help with baby Bella. Come on Fox please renew and give back the time slot it had originally.
I beyond love this show and it differently cant end like that in season 4 there has to be more seasons there is plenty of story lines nd stuff to keep it going for a little while pleaseeeeeeeee
Please RENEW! This show is ONE of FEW that I actually anticipate watching every season. The story lines are awesome and the MUUUUSIIIC….need I say more!¿
Show must not be cancelled,please the show is no1 in my home #haters of the series either turn off and watch something else. Series 5 for new year pls
Looking forward to season five!
Please please dont cancel Empire. My husband just talked me into to watching it and i just watched all 4 seasons in a week and i can’t wait to see what happens next. Im addicted. RENEW FOR A FIFTH SEASON
cancel its totally wack now however i do love all the actors and actresses. but the show story line is corny
pleaaase dnt cancel it omg i can’t wait to see what happens next
Please DO NOT cancel this show! This show is everything! Love this show!
Pleeaasseeee dont cancel!!! I got empire fever!!! I love all of y’all Lyons please stay!!
Don’t make anymore seasons of this show!
Looking forward to a 5th season of Empire.
Empire is the best series on air so far, they have everything about reality of life and families on each episode. Every episode has something new, the actor’s and actresses are great. Please do not cancel season 5, the show needs to continue because it keeps everyone in suspense everytime.