While some cable channels have found great ratings success with horror shows, the broadcast networks have often struggled with the genre. How will FOX do with The Exorcist? Will it be a hit or a flop? Will it be cancelled or renewed for a second season? Stay tuned.
Based on the 1973 feature film, The Exorcist follows two very different priests. Father Tomas Ortega (Alfonso Herrera) is progressive, ambitious and compassionate. Meanwhile, Father Marcus Keane (Ben Daniels) is relentless, abrasive and utterly consumed by his mission. Together, they tackle a family’s case of a horrifying demonic possession. The series also stars Kurt Egyiawan, Geena Davis, Alan Ruck, Brianne Howey, and Hannah Kasulka.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings (particularly the 18-49 demo), the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available — usually the next day, around 11:30am EST/8:30am PST. Refresh to see the latest.
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Note: These are the Live + Same Day Ratings which include “live” viewing plus delayed DVR viewing, up until 3am local time that same night. Ratings marked with an “*” are the fast affiliate ratings and will be updated with the Live+SD numbers when they are made available. Typically, networks get paid for C+3 ratings which includes DVR viewing within three days of the original airing when commercials are watched. Those numbers are rarely released to the press.
What do you think? Do you like The Exorcist TV show? Do you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a second season on FOX?
5/12/17 update: FOX has renewed The Exorcist TV show for a second season. Details here.
The Excorcist movie is a classic and I have really enjoyed this tv version. It started off somewhat slow but now each episode ends leaving one barely able to wait for the next episode. I believe it should go to a second season. There are so many possibilities for sub plots. I really hope it is renewed. 4 people in my family are thoroughly hooked. M.Marr.
I just found this show this past week and find it to be very entertaining with an excellent cast and a very convincing script. This show is so far above most of the dribble that is on tv and they do a great job with the scare factor. If Fox cancels this show before people even have a chance to find out about it, they are crazy. This is much better than American Horror Story.
Just my personal opinion…I think it’s better than most horror movies produced in recent days and could very well be the second (or third) best show on TV. The writing is top notch and the acting is superb. Definitely renew…it’s one of two shows we watch on FOX.
Definitely make season 2 cant wait to watch it agani in love with the show
Renew I thought it to be awesome
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renew renew renew, absolutely amazing!!
Love it! Exciting, scary, realistic! Please renew for season 2!!!
It’s an amazing show!please don’t cancel this show!!!!
Omg. Renew please,we all love it.
Please bring in a Season 2 for viewing pleasure! Amazing cast, great plot, great twists! It is definitely ‘out of the box’ compared to other cable and Netflix series! Would not be surprised if other networks and programs make counterfeit spin-off series. Ive always been a fan of Gina Davis, but wasnt sure she was cut out for something like this. To the contrary, I was pleasantly surprised! Her A-List acting succeeds her! ..And the rest of the cast!
Please, please renew! I read The Exorcist when it was first published and saw the movie when it first came out. I had low expectations for this show and it surprised me. I love it and it is one I hate to miss. Fox should not miss episodes, that will effect ratings.
Please change to a later time slot. Not sure I like Geena Davis having the demon, but would like to see more of a new season. Been very graphic and scary.
Need to keep it. I love it
renew great show