Set at the fictional St. Matthew’s Hospital, Heartbeat follows a cardio-thoracic surgeon, Dr. Alex Panttiere (Melissa George), as she tries to juggle her personal and professional lives. She eagerly fights authority, particularly when it comes to her patients’ health and well-being. The rest of the cast includes Dave Annable, Don Hany, Joshua Leonard, Jamie Kennedy, D.L. Hughley, Shelley Conn, Maya Erskine, and J. Louis Mills.
The series had been scheduled to launch in the fall but it was rescheduled due to Melissa George’s real-life pregnancy. Heartbeat finally debuted on March 22nd, following an episode of NBC’s highly-rated series The Voice. It drew a 1.39 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 6.30 million viewers. Given the lead-in, it was likely a disappointing premiere.
Heartbeat moved to its regular Wednesday night timeslot the next evening and the ratings took a big tumble, falling to a 0.89 rating with 5.16 million. The third installment lost even more viewers and last week’s installment took a big tumble, falling to a 0.66 rating with 3.90 million. It was in last place for its timeslot in the demo.
This drama series still has several weeks to improve its ratings but, with numbers like these, it’s hard to imagine that NBC will be renewing Heartbeat for a second season. The Mysteries of Laura’s ratings weren’t this low and its future looks questionable.
But, what do you think? Do you like the Heartbeat TV show? Cancel or keep it?
What also needs to be taken into consideration for renewal are the obstacles that Heartbeat has been up against. An off season start, American Idol series ending finale,and missed weeks to accomodate the Voice. Heartbeat needs a chance to have a full season run and to develop its audience. (Much like the second chance for Parenthood…)
Please renew Heartbeat! Each episode gets better and better!
I love this show! My one thing is, I had gotten so used to nothing good on in this time slot that I kept missing it. I think once people get used to watching TV in this time slot again, the numbers will be higher. C’mon NBC, break the habit of cancelling the GOOD shows! 😀
Keep The characters have their personalities defined. It is a complex thought provoking show. And, best of all; it seems REAL! Want more!
Heartbeat is a wonderful show! So much more interesting then Chicago Med. Renewing the Biggest Loser after all the Press regarding the follow up of contestants gaining all their weight back and even more is disservice to all obese people!
Love this show. Quirky and keeps your interest! My daughter is hooked on it so it suits different age groups.
I love this show! It makes my cry every week but in the best possible way. So nice to see a well-rounded show with hope and compassion. Love all of the characters and their chemistry. If something has to go, I’d much rather Chicago Med be cancelled.
Keep the show. Love it!
Please don’t cancel Heartbeat. My daughter (14yrs old) , my mom (68) and myself(48). Love watching this show together. This show is amazing, the cast is wonderful.
I love Heartbeats if you need to cancel something get rid of Chicago Med or the fire show
I love heartbeat and really enjoy the chemistry of the cast. Cancel Chicago med.
I love HEARTBEAT and also THE MYSTERIES OF LAURA, these two show are so enjoyable! The last show of HEARTBEAT had a flash mob dance that was just so utterly awesome, loved it and also the choreography!!!
I love Heartbeat. It brings me hope every week. I agree to cancel Chicago Med and keep.Heartbeat
I think it should be renewed. Although far fetched at times, it has a lot of heart (no pun intended) and the characters are likeable.
I love Heartbeat! Please renew it, and also find room in the schedule to keep The Mysteries of Laura.