Tonight marked the conclusion of the first season of Guilt on Freeform. But, will it be the end of the series as well? The killer was revealed but there are new mysteries to be solved. Will there be a second season? Should it be cancelled instead?
On Guilt, a young woman is brutally murdered in her London flat and the search for her killer leads to scandal and intrigue. Her roommate, Grace (Daisy Head), becomes the prime suspect in the murder case and a popular target for the press and in social media. Grace’s sister, Natalie (Emily Tremaine), leaves her life in Boston and heads to London to defend her — along with an ethically questionable lawyer (Billy Zane). The rest of the cast includes Cristian Solimeno, Naomi Ryan, Kevin Ryan, Simona Brown, Zachary Fall, and Sam Cassidy.
The series debuted to a 0.16 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 486,000 viewers. That was a poor start to be sure and the numbers dropped even lower over the next few weeks — falling to a 0.8 rating with 245,000. The ratings began to rise in week six and the past three episodes have been registering a 0.12 rating with about 310,000 viewers. While the increase in viewership is positive, the numbers are still quite low.
When looking at the live + same day ratings averages, Guilt is currently Freeform’s lowest-rated scripted series. Kevin from Work, which aired last year, was cancelled with similar numbers.
While it’s clear from tonight’s finale that the writers have plenty of new mysteries in mind for season two, the numbers aren’t on their side. Guilt could easily be cancelled based on the ratings.
But, what do you think? Should Guilt be cancelled or renewed for a second season? Would you watch season two or was one season enough?
10/21 update: Freeform has cancelled Guilt after one season. Details here.
I’m in the minority. I wouldn’t be hurt if it is cancelled for something a little more entertaining. But I would rather see Guilt over ShadowHunters
Renew Guilt for a Season 2 this TV Series was really great!
It would be a great disappointment to those of us who have invested the the plot, and character development! I am certain that the possibilities are there to make a successful 2nd season! We love the show, and are confident that current viewers, just by “word of mouth” can help increase viewership! Please don’t cancel! There are so many possibilities with this series! It’s not the first time that an initial season didn’t do as well as expected, yet came back with a BANG, and lasted several seasons! Please do the right thing, and get those writers to work on… Read more »
I REAALY HOPE ITS RENEWED OR I MIGHT LITTERALLY DIE!!!! Best show ever I AUCALLY so how came across it on demand and watched the hole season in 2 days I kinda wish there was a character to relate to more I know grace is pretty relateable but was makeing some desigions I don’t agree with but I LITTERALY think I may die if there is no more so please Anyone with the choice reading this please please please renew this show
Please continue. Excellent series and loved it!
I LOVE EVERY GUILT PLEASE CONtinue , I edging to know what’s Next ! Will she be trialed is Ross Dead will the prince Die ! WHATS Going To Happen !
I think its pretty good show – I would like to see where they take Grace’s character – does she have a split personality? Does Prince Theo make it? Will the police come after Molly Ryan’s brother for shooting the Prince? What about the Princes’ fiance Charlotte…..wouldn’t even call the police.
I have better view on how to put this then the first one sorry – I think “guilt” one of the newest tv series should continue its show its one of the best shows I’ve seen it would be a dumb decision to cancel it, its a eye catcher for those of us that are really into it. it’s really interesting and one of MY favorite tv shows the suspense is the best part so I think even though viewer numbers are down a little Dont cancel it over that you still have plenty have viewers that are wanting it… Read more »
I think the Guilt tv series should continue I’m so into this show now it would be on of the the worst things ever if they cancel it now they started such an interesting / great show.
Love this show, very well done, and there is lots of room to continue this series, lots of continuous story line for the writer’s. Really hope it continues
I would love to watch this show live so that i could contribute to its ratings but it isn’t shown on my tv so i do have to stream it 🙁 however i absolutely love this show. In my opinion, the acting, script and over all sense of the show is much better than a lot which are out at the moment.. eg; pretty little liars, a show which it is compared to quite a bit, which constantly leaves gaps in the plot line that make no sense, as opposed to guilt which had a perfect wrap at the end… Read more »
i’d watch if it has the same characters, including the HOT prince lol.
I have fallen in love with this shoe. Honestly, this is just as good as PLL. Free form canceled twisted which I actually liked way better than PLL….and now this show might get canceled. No one watches tv love that much anymore! I certainly don’t. I really hope they don’t cancel this show. It’s so good!
Do these ratings take into consideration of DVR’s or on demand features? I never watch t.v. live due to my schedule and most people I know don’t either.
I’m wondering the exact same thing… I record all my shows. I’m gnna be kinda sad if that doesn’t count towards the ratings….
Guilt should not be canceled… Freeform tends to cancel the best tv shows… Every one I watch gets canceled and it’s very frustrating. Please don’t!
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