ABC recently unveiled something a bit different — a fairy-tale style musical comedy called Galavant. How’s it been doing in the ratings? Is the series a big success or is it hitting sour notes? Will it be cancelled or renewed for a second season?
On Galavant, a dashing hero (Joshua Sasse) once lost the love of his life (Mallory Jansen) to an evil king (Timothy Omundson). It’s now time for him to exact his revenge and restore his “happily ever after” — while singing. The rest of the cast includes Vinnie Jones, Karen David, Luke Youngblood, Ben Presley, Daniel Evans, Stanley Townsend, and Genevieve Allenbury.
The network decided to air the Galavant’s eight half-hour episodes over the course of four weeks, to help fill the gap left by Once Upon a Time while that fairy tale show is on hiatus.
The first pair of episodes of Galavant debuted on January 4th and drew a 2.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 7.42 million viewers. It was an okay debut in terms of the ratings. It wasn’t a hit but the numbers were on par with Once’s more recent ratings — and they were certainly far better than anything else ABC was airing that night.
In week two, the ratings took a big tumble, falling to a 1.3 in the demo and 4.11 million viewers — likely in part due to the fact that NBC was airing the Golden Globes. The numbers for tonight’s episodes will probably be as bad or worse since they’re airing opposite the AFC Championship game on CBS.
Galavant’s ratings certainly haven’t been anything to crow about but ABC entertainment chief Paul Lee reportedly really likes the program. It’s a compatible time-slot filler for Once, the show was featured at the TCA winter press tour, and Lee noted that, “If Galavant does well over time, you can imagine how much fun the company can have with that.”
Still, while ABC could order a second season of Galavant (series creator Dan Fogelman has teased that the first season ends with cliffhangers), it doesn’t seem very likely based on the ratings.
But, what do you think? Would you like to see Galavant return for a second season or do you think this musical comedy should be cancelled instead?
I liked it and thoroughly enjoyed the music and approach it took in telling a story. While not a big Monty Python fan, I thought this was more light-hearted and fun to watch. The cast looked like they were having fun. Please bring back for season 2
Galavant is a refreshing show with much humor and wit. Loving it and it brings me laughs at nite when I need them after work. Please keep it on and continue on with more shows and a possible series. Thank you.
I LOVED it. PLEASE bring it back.
Loved it! I’d love to see another season
Loved it … can’t wait for Blu-Ray and season 2
Please bring galavant back
Galavant is unique and very entertaining. I was raised with musicals, loved this series and hope it keeps going. Set in my DVR in hopes of a second season.
Please continue the series!! It’s a musical and medieval times, two of my favorite things!
I want Galavant. Give me more Galavant. Who needs Once?
My entire family loves GALAVANT! (Better than Once – LOL). I really hope they bring it back for a 2nd season!
I LOVED Galavant! I’m desperately hoping for a 2nd season!
Waiting for the second season! Don’t cancel it please!!!
Very fun. I’m a Monty Python fan so I enjoyed this and hope it continues.
I had fun watching this show and would really enjoy a second season. Plus, I just HAVE to find out how it all ends!
I absolutely LOVED the show! PLEASE make it into a series!!!!!!