Long-running syndicated court show Judge Alex has been cancelled. The cancellation was confirmed by Stephen Brown, executive VP of programming and development for the Fox Television Stations.
“We would like to thank Alex Ferrer as well as executive producer Kathy Sapp and the entire staff for producing a strong daytime court program,” said Brown in a statement. “Alex’s extensive police, legal and judicial experience combined with his great sense of humor made for compelling daytime television for nearly 10 years.”
Judge Alex debuted on September 12, 2005 and features cases that are presided over by Judge Alex E. Ferrer, a former police officer, lawyer, and Florida judge.
The series is the lowest-rated of the five remaining court shows and will continue airing original episodes through August.
In a statement on his Facebook page, Ferrer said, “It was not my decision to end the show. I enjoyed doing the show and would keep doing it but, for many reasons, the company that produces the show wanted to move on. I am grateful that I was able to work with really amazing people like my EP Kathy Sapp and Associate EP’s Tera Roberson and James Glover; Directors Eddie October, Michael Dimitch and Art Bergel; Bailiffs Mason Burroughs & Victor Simon, my makeup, hair and wardrobe help that changed me from hideous to tolerable; incredible producers and associate producers who found great cases for me to try and so many others in our 100 person staff and crew who made the show a success. I’m also grateful to have so many great fans and friends, many of whom I got to meet; and I’m sure that I’ll still get to meet more of you at other events.”
He also hinted that he may return to television at some point in the future.
What do you think? Did you like Judge Alex? Are you sorry that it’s been cancelled?
Who ever made this decision to cancell the BEST Court show EVER… is an idiot. Please give back my FAVORITE show, and give the PINK SLIP to the dumb ass executive!
Where is the petition to bring Judge Alex Back?????
I want to sign it!
So sorry Judge Alex was cancelled. I do miss him, he doesn’t yell like the other judges do & sometimes he made me laugh. Please consider bringing him back on T V.
It is hard to believe that his show had ‘low’ ratings, his show was so much better than most of the other court shows. I hope they bring his show back or a show with him in it. TV has been going down hill with a lot of their new shows recently, or maybe I am just finally at age 76 years out-growing TV.
Bring Judge Alex back. Hot Bench is a loser!
Judge Alex was real and entertaining. I don’t know who runs the ratings on these court shows, but Judge Alex was one of the highlights of my day. Compassionate, honest, and professional describes the show, plus he always left litigants on a cheerful, positive note. I appreciated his approach to the law.
I was shocked , amazed, and very disappointed that judge alex was cancelled. This was one of the best judge show on air. The judge demonstrated his sense of dedication and humor every day. I miss this show. Now it takes three judges to make a decision. Get this show back
I thought he was the best. I worked with some of the state’s top lawyers for 30 years and was so impressed with him. I hate this so much!
I have saved all comments from those who disagreed or are disappointed over the cancelation of Judge Alex and have over 12 pages. Shouldn’t that tell someone from Fox Television and the decision-makers something about a show which was taken off the air for reasons nobody it seems understands or agrees how Judge Alex had low points? It reminds me when Paramount decided to cancel Star Trek after 2 seasons in the 60’s and look what happened. I think Alex Ferrer and Fox need to renegotiate AND I would love to hear any comments/feedback Judge Alex may have over the… Read more »
and the judge who replaced him is a joke
Yeah that new show Judge Ross stinks, that guy has no personality. Bring Judge Alex back
I enjoyed watching judge Alex and learned a lot. I’m saddened that his show was cancelled; I hope he has another show soon.
I cant believe he was cancelled. He was far superior to all the others.
Judge Judy has the sAME CASES ALL THE TIME. hIS CASES VARIED QUITE A BIT AND WERE REALLY INTERESTING.
Loved Judge Joe Brown too.
I loved judge Alex. Dont like or won’t watch new show.
I have been looking for it everyday. I am so sorry that it is no longer on. I enjoyed the show and especially Judge Alex as he was real, had a sense of humor. He was so good and I can’t believe the show was cancelled when there are so many disgusting shows on the air!!!
I’ve been wondering why his show was no longer on Air…I don’t like the New Court Shows…. CANCELLATION Please!!!!!!
I have saved all comments from those who disagreed or are disappointed over the cancellation of Judge Alex and have over 12 pages. Shouldn’t that tell someone from Fox Television and the decision-makers something about a show which was taken off the air for reasons nobody it seems understands or agrees how Judge Alex had low points? It reminds me when Paramount and NBC decided to cancel Star Trek after 2 seasons in the 60’s and look what happened. I think Alex Ferrer and Fox need to renegotiate AND I would love to hear any comments/feedback Judge Alex may have… Read more »
Hello Comments:
I can not believe that Judges Joe Brown and Alex Ferrer were canceled. Is there any way(s) that they can renew their contracts? These two TV judges were very interested to watch, through the years, I have learned a lot of information to apply in my own personal life. I will treasure memories of these two TV judges for years to come.
Sincerely,
Josalyn Austin