Aside from CW’s 90210, J.J. Abrams’ new show on FOX undoubtedly the most anticipated new show of the Fall season. Fringe debuted last night and, though the numbers weren’t bad (nine million), they were likely a few million less than what FOX execs were hoping for. There’s usually a drop in viewership in a show’s second installment but next week’s episode will follow a new episode of House which will likely help.
Whether next week’s ratings go up or down, FOX will likely stick with the series for awhile. And, thankfully for fans, Abrams has learned a few things since the complicated mythology of his Alias series got out of hand. He’s committed to giving viewers answers to the show’s mysteries.
The key, according to Abrams and his team, is to have a game plan for a series with clearly defined “goalposts” — key plot points that can be moved around as a season or series unfolds. By knowing a series’ finale in advance, the creative team can hope a show continues for many season but can always be prepared to wrap it up.
Series co-creator Alex Kurtzman recently explained, “There’s a large mythology which we all kind of decided on when we wrote the pilot. We knew that, when we went to series we were going to have to reach a certain end point and that end point is very flexible in terms of when we get there. If they [FOX] lets us run for twelve seasons, you’ll see it in season twelve. If they take us off the air after nine episodes you?ll see it in episode nine.” Stay tuned! 
i would rather see 90210, The Hills, Gossip Girl, Survivor, American Idol, CSI:miami, get cancelled than this incredible show. Kudos to Abrams, the next Steven Speilberg.
The creators of Fringe should be applauded for creating a masterpiece of weekly programming. Fringe appeals to the uncelebrated TV viewers who actually have a brain and crave intellectually stimulating drama; coupled with dynamic plot twists and great writing. Each character is highly developed and the acting is superb.It is by far the best series on television ( Lie to Me) a close second. Fringe can be characterized as a contemporary X-Files with a hotter cast and better plot. If FOX cancels this show it would be a bigger mistake than the Family Guy and Futurama cancelations combined. Give the… Read more »
what a tragedy for FOX producers to even think of throwing away this great show! I hope they come back to their senses and keep the mystery on. We’ll all want to see Olivia keep kicking ass…so leave the show on please
Fringe is the best show I have ever seen. Nothing I have ever seen tops this show. I dont watch a lot of TV, but I tune into Fringe everytime it comes on. If Fringe gets canceled I will throw away my TV.
Those who don’t appreciate Fringe are probably the same babbling sheep who mindlessly watch American Idol and Survivor and other such trashy reality shows!
this show sucks!! I cant wait for it to be cancelled..
This show is currently on the chopping block with 14 other shows that hang in the balance between termination and survival. Unfortunately, after the last of these newest 6 episodes, the show will most likely be put to rest.
I love the show so much I TiVo it….It keeps me in suspense, and I love the characters….Please tell me that the show will remain on….Save Fringe…..!!!!!
This article is from September 2008. I do not think they would cancel this show at this time.
SAVE FRINGE…I am really into the show and I haven’t missed one! I really hope all of us fans can change everyones mind about canceling it. Give it more time and more people will watch it! Just please help SAVE FRINGE!!!
Although the show is a complete X-Files clone… it shouldn’t canceled!
The show has good aspects to it, and still keeps me happy whenever I watch it, so I vote to keep Fringe around!
Please Save Fringe. I love this show and everyone I know follows this show.
I totally agree with Mikaela and Angi. I love Fringe it’s the best show on tv right now.
and it is kind of like x files, and John Noble is Soo Funny (plays Walter Bishop in case you didn’t know) !! Save Fringe!
Save Fringe! Do not cancel this show. It is one of the best on TV right now!
It might be a little far fetched, but it sure keeps you interested and always questioning. Much like X Files always did.
I love this show!
I don’t want Fringe to ever be cancelled, because it is my favorite show on tv. Besides the fact that i still watch x-files when it is on, i think fringe is kind of like x-files. and i love the guy who plays Walter Bishop he is hilarious. Save Fringe!!!!