As an expert bodyguard, Christopher Chance often finds himself in some very life-threatening situations. Well, his Human Target TV show has just dodged a bullet — and will live to tell about it. The FOX series is being renewed for a second season.
Human Target stars Mark Valley as the protection specialist who integrates himself into the lives of his clients to become the target of whoever wants to see his clients dead. Chi McBride and Jackie Earle Haley co-star as his business associate and hired gun.
The TV series got off to a good start with a 2.9 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 10.12 million viewers. In an attempt to get the show sampled (and seemingly to confuse viewers), FOX bounced it around the schedule until it finally settled into its regular Wednesday night timeslot.
The first season of Human Target finished off on April 14th and averaged a 2.23 rating in the demo and 7.75 million viewers. That’s not bad but not outstanding either.
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It had been rumored, because FOX had lots of strong options for new shows, that the network would bring back either Lie to Me or Human Target next season.
Happily for fans, the network has decided to renew both. Human Target is expected to receive a 13 episode order for season two. Presumably, if those installments perform well enough, FOX will order more.
Behind the scenes, Matt Miller (from Chuck, another Warner Bros. show) will take over as showrunner for Human Target. The current showrunner, Jonathan Steinberg, will continue as executive producer.
What do you think? Are you glad to hear that Human Target is coming back for season two? Anything you’d like to see happen? Any characters you’d like to see return?
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Can’t wait to see the next season of Human Target. I thought season 1 was awesome couldn’t wait to watch every new episode. The cast really clicks and they have a great sense of humor in the storylines. Looking forward to season 2!
Thanks be to Fox. You got it right. I think more people are going to catch on to this great show. Certainly I tell everyone to watch. I too am in the older set of people who watch. Watching Chance keeps this ole heart pumping.
I am happy to know the show has been renewed for the 2nd season. I am not in the age
group you hope to interest as I am a age 69 female, but I think its a great show. I can’t abide those dumb realit;y shows.
This is a fantastic show! I loved the original series back in the 80’s. This version is way better! I hope it is around for a long time to come. With 24 gone, I needed something like this. Thanks Fox!
I THINK THIS IS A FANTASTIC ACTION SHOW. NOW I JUST NEED TO KNOW WHEN SEASON TWO IS STARTING. I CAN’T WAIT.
YEEEESSS!!! SO HAPPY! i’d jump on my bed, but the fan might decapitate me. 😀
I FEEL LIGHTHEADED NOW! I’M JUST SO EXCITED!!!
This show is one of the most unique shows on the air. The throwback to the old serials is charming, the chemistry between the 3 stars is fantastic, and the humor is always on “target.” Throw in the fun action sequences and it’s like having a new Indiana Jones adventure to look forward to, every week! Bravo Fox, for giving this one a “Chance” (no pun intended). I think Human Target will find its following, provided Season 2 is handled as deftly as Season 1. Can’t wait!!
I’m glad its returning. I really like the show and plan to watch it throughout its second season.
I am very excited vthat they renewed Human Target. It is one of my favorite shows on regular TV. I watched this show from day one and I will watch it again. This kind of show is very entertaining.. Love it…….
I love the Human Trget show. I watched this show since it debuted on Fox and never missed it. I am a fab of action shows. I a ver happy it is coming back. WE need shows like this for a chnage.
Glad to hear that it has been picked up for season two. This was the best “new” show that I watched this past season. Looking forward to the new episodes.
I has the look of a modern day McGwyver. Love it.
I CAN’T WAIT FOR THE NEW SEASON OF HUMAN TARGET. I LOVE THIS SHOW I COULDN’T STAND WAITING FOR ONE WEEK TO THE NEXT AND THE CHARACTERS ARE SO WELL PLAYED BY THE STARS THEY ARE SEEM TO BE MEANT TO BE TOGETHER AS IF THEY WERE MADE FOR THEIR ROLES. I LOVE THE HUMOR AND THE STORY LINES AND THERE IS ENOUGH ACTION TO PLEASE ANYONE. I HOPE THAT THIS SHOW WILL BE AROUND FOR A LONG LONG TIME AND I KNOW THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY FAN THAT WISHES THIS…THANKS FOX FOR LETTING A GOOD-NO- A GREAT… Read more »
i’m so glad to here that the show is going to be back on for another season . may it be as good as the first season and maybe fox will pick up more then 13 episodes up . i also hope they put it on at a good time of the nite.
This is great news. Thank god it wasn’t on nbc or they would have dumped it for sure. Good work fox! Thanks