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History is on fire. Today, the network announced they’ve ordered 20 more episodes of their hit TV series Forged in Fire.
The reality competition series pits talented craftsmen against each other “as they create many of history’s most iconic edged weapons, from the Japanese katana to the tribal Hunga Munga to the Scottish Claymore.”
From History:
New York, NY – November 3, 2016 – On the heels of HISTORY’s® hit competition series “Forged In Fire” exhibiting growth across key demographics during season three including +11% in Adults 18-49 and +13% in Adults 25-54 in Live+3 viewing, the network has ordered twenty additional episodes. During the 10 episode third season, “Forged in Fire” was a top five nonfiction cable series on Tuesday nights in Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54 and garnered 1.58 million total viewers in Live +3 delivery, making it the series’ most-watched season. Additionally, the median age for viewership has dropped four years since the series began.
“At a time when the television landscape is as crowded as it has ever been we are proud to celebrate the success of ‘Forged In Fire’ as it continues to showcase ratings growth from season to season,” said Paul Cabana, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming of HISTORY. “The viewer response is a true testament to the series’ ability to showcase the ingenuity and spirit needed to bring this ancient craft to life each week.”
FORGED IN FIRE is a cutting-edge competition series where the most talented bladesmiths in the world test their mettle as they create many of history’s most iconic edged weapons, from the Japanese katana to the tribal Hunga Munga to the Scottish Claymore. FORGED IN FIRE is produced for HISTORY by Outpost Entertainment, a Leftfield Entertainment company. Jodi Flynn, David George, Shawn Witt and Simon Thomas are executive producers for Outpost Entertainment. Tim Healy and Jim Pasquarella are executive producers for HISTORY.”
What do you think? Are you a fan of Forged in Fire? Are you glad there will be more episodes?
We love the show! Love the cast! We would be devastated if the show got canceled.
Addicted to this show. So glad I can go back and watch it over and over. My grandchildren cam from England and we would have to watch 2 or 3 episodes a night. They said”It was……….BRILLIANT” a little homage to Doug!!!!
Brilliant series – long may it continue. The skills shown is AMAZING.
I absolutely love this show. My husband and I watch the new show every week and reruns. Love the craftsmanship on this show. Beautiful blades/knives, etc. are made on this show. Would love to see more female blacksmiths on the show. Thank you.
This show is one of the Best, it shows some ReAL Craftsman…. If the contestants had more time than what is allowed, their work would be astounding….. Keep more shows coming, you have a hit……
I am a big fan of the show. Happy to hear History will be forging 20 new episodes. Would love to see a new one creating a “Claymore”. If one was done, I must have missed it. Looking forward to more episodes. Sandra
When the bad knifes are turned into the judges, what happens to them after that ? The show is the best on the air, watch it every week, record it too, so I
can watch it again .
Imagine that people still know some real trades, great show and some beautiful works of craftsmanship.
Great show and concept. However I think that you need to replace Doug Marciada with someone that actually knows how to weild a blade. I am a Bladesmith and find some of the techniques these smiths try to be interesting while other things that a rare few do are just downright dangerous. You seem to have a hit on your hands.
I really love this show. True craftsmanship at it’s best! Thanks for renewing the show.