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?
Please bring Judge Alex back!
I think Judge Alex should have stayed on the air and they cancel Judge Judy! She is so inconsistent with her rulings where Judge Alex is fair and consistent and does not insult the respondents like she does.
I so enjoyed watching Judge Alex. Why not cancel Jerry Springer instead? I hope that Judge Alex is brought back again.
all the court shows Judge Alex is the best one that has been ever on tv. He more easy going and does not belittle his guests. This is rare among today judges. I wish they would bring him back!
I really enjoyed watching Judge Alex! My house bound husband started watching him and when I was home at lunch would watch with him. When my schedule changed I asked him to record it, but on my husbands passing I lost touch with it and since I was close to retirement I looked forward to watching when I no longer worked only to have the show cancelled! I’ve since been able to see him frequently on Fox’s Outnumbered and love it when he’s on that, or any other Fox show!
I have had the pleasure of watching his show as well as the other “judge” shows. I am sorry his show was cancelled. Over the years I have been been able to use their sage advice. In my opinion, plain common sense. The one that baffles me is when people don’t use contracts, even if you know the person or person(s) well. Common sense. They should bring Judge Alex back, his show was great. I love Judge Judy & Judge Million. A lot can be learned by paying attention to their shows. (& COPS).
His show was the only one of the “Judge” shows worth watching. The other judges seem to yelling at people and other histrionics. His show was thoughtful, well conducted. Big mistake cancelling the show. I like many others and about quit watching the other judges. He and Mason had such good chemistry. Bring him back!
Please bring back judge Alex He was so funny but could also be very serious when need be. I really miss his show.
Bring him back! He’s the only judge I loved watching every day
Bring Judge Alex BACK!! We missing him
Bring Judge Alex BACK!! I want Judge Alex to be renewed.
Love Judge Alex, great mix of justice and humor! This show is currently running old episodes at 5am in my area if ever I’m awake I’m watching it. I wish they would put him back during prime time but I certainly would watch his show I don’t know what they’re talking about there are some other judge shows that could be removed and put him back in their place, Divorce Court, Judge Hatchett and Judge Mabelline. Please bring Judge Alex back!
Loved his humor. And humility
Just read on Twitter that reruns of Judge Alex began airing this Fall across most of the U.S.-if it does well he may return. Lets all hope and pray that happens! He’s the best…if everybody agrees…thumbs up!
Judge Alex had the best court room show on TV! I can’t believe they canceled his show & replaced it with another “trailer trash” show! Judge Alex had the best sense of humor, every episode left me laughing! The network made a big mistake in their decision & as we all know no matter how many people want him back it’ll never happen. Maybe another network will pick him up, that would be awesome. For now we’ll miss him.