When ABC didn’t renew Last Resort, most concede that the TV show has been cancelled. Still, some are hoping that the remaining episodes will bring in positive ratings and the network will have a change of heart. It’s highly unlikely but stranger things have happened.
The cast and crew are still working on the final two episodes of the season (and most likely the series) and the last episode’s script is being tweaked to give the show some closure. On Tuesday, Mike King (Hawkes) wrote, “Back on Oahu, read the last episode of #LastResort and holy crap is it going to be good!”
He tweeted this photo yesterday and wrote, “Laughing till it hurts on set with @JesseLuken & the great @robertpatrickT2 on #LastResort_ABC #FunTimes #CarpeDiem” Earlier, King tweeted, “we have 6 eps to pull off a #miracle! #vote for #LastResort best new drama, #PeoplesChoice #Support #love”
After receiving the cancellation news, Last Resort co-creator Karl Gajdusek wrote, “Sorry, folks. #LastResort didn’t make the cut. We’ll still bring you 13 episodes of kick ass, but then we take our bow. Thanks for watching.”
When asked how they would fit seven seasons worth of storylines into seven episodes, he responded, “Not sure but we can try :)”
Here are some other reactions to the cancellation:
Shawn Ryan (co-creator): “For the record ABC was always fantastic with us in every regard. Don’t get mad at them. If you’d like to curse out Nielsen viewers though…”
And later, “Technically #LastResort isn’t cancelled but I understand why some are using the term. Still 6 more eps to air. Miracle unlikely but possible”
Robert Patrick (Master Chief Joseph Prosser): “You need to know we all IN! Because great episodes still to air. It’s a great show! Fans please support the mission #LastResort”
Daniel Lissing (James King): “Thank you all for the kind words! We all put our heart and souls into #LastResort. Damn shame!! However, great eps still to air. Enjoy!”
Followed up by, “Sad news.. But remember you still have another SIX awesome episodes of #LastResort to watch! We’re still on set working hard for you! :)”
Autumn Reeser (Kylie Sinclair): “Thank you so much to all our #LastResort fans for your support! All 13 episodes will air, and there are some AMAZING stories coming up!!” And later, “I’m sad about #LastResort being cut short, but I promise you we are going to make these final episodes count and make some GREAT TV for you!”
Reeser’s husband, director Jesse Warren delivered the news, “Unfortunately #LastResort didn’t get picked up for the back 9. Still airing 13. It’s possible it could move with enough love. #BooNeilson”
Jessy Schram (Christine Kendal): “Thanks for all the love & support for #LastResort. We won’t be adding to the season, but there are 6 eps left that will BLOW YOUR MIND :)”
Daisy Betts (Lieutenant Grace Shepard): “Deepest thanks for the love everyone! Enjoy our 13eps of #LastResort! Our amazing cast & crew are working so hard on this incredible show.Dx”
What do you think? Do you think there’s a chance that the ratings for Last Resort could rise enough for the show to be saved?
Nautilus keep her running and active as a last resort to threats on the seven seas…as well as tv shows that provide ethics and morale lessons for our future silent service mariners and ships…..
Ethics . Pride, Morale, Spirit building for American Sailors.. Hunt for Red October, Crimson Tide, Voyage to the bottom of the Sea, all gave lasting impressions on naval undersea warfare tactics and courage… Don’t stop the Series!!!
Down ,but not out yet? Renew , Navy Morale is at stake with what is going on topside with manchurian president.. Knows nothing on tactics and diplomacy let alone democracy.. keep the show for American Morale, good vs. evil , ethics!!!!
AAGGHH! I am such a drama fan, and an Andre Braugher fan, and am SO SO sad this is already cancelled! Could we not give it time????
Come on! What are you thinking? Last Resort, from the clever title to the amazing writing, is one of the best dramas TV has offered for decades. Usually in TV dramas we get tons of hype, then episodes that drag out for season upon season. It is so refreshing to watch a drama that has significant plot advancement every single episode. We live in the west, and Last Resort airs at 7:00 here. Why? It had a disadvantage right from the start. No wonder so few people actually watch television instead of renting or streaming movies. Rethink this decision for… Read more »
Welcome to the new America; where if it doesn’t have a laugh tract it’s cancelled.
How about we call it a reality show then it can survive.
I guess we are supposed to only enjoy following the lives of the people who live next door: you know … the [fake and scripted] shows where average, boring American’s lives are more interesting then our own.
Pitiful cuz they will put something mindless in its place!
Shame on you ABC
This has been a terrific tv series, a nice change, not to mention great actors and script. Please don’t cancel!
PLEASE PLEASE Don’t Cancle this show its the only reason I even watch ABC this show is awesome with a great plot line. I really don’t understand why ALL the great shows are cancled and we are left with nothing but mindless fluff of TV!!! This is such a wrong move on the part of ABC Exsecutives!!! What a big disappointment! I won’t watch ABC if this show is canned!! I give up on TV then!
Please DO NOT cancel this show. It actually has a story line that makes sense, action, and drama. What a refreshing change from some of the “so-called” mindless drivel comedies and air-headed shows. Please reconsider!
Just watched the first 2 episodes, WOW….reminds me of Battlestar. And of course now I find out LR is getting the boot. Just like 666 wich is also very awsome,..and cancelled. We have to do something about that……is blackmale still frowned upon?
Idea for the final episode: Nuke Burbank! Oh nevermind, ABC is already dead.
ABC KILLED THIS SHOW WITH AIRTIME ! IN SOME AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IT SHOWS AT 7PM. DINNER TIME, PUT THE KIDS TO BED TIME, OVERWORKED QUITING TIME. THEY APPARENTLY DIDN’T CARE ABOUT IT’S SUCCSESS. THIS SHOW HAS MADE THURSDAY NIGHT THE BEST VIEWING NIGHT OF THE WEEK
How do we save the show???? Its the best ever i’ve ever seen
Next episode lets all tune in to spike the ratings
This show could have been so much better if the writers didn’t try to “placate” the local gangs. As someone who served in the military, I can tell you that anyone I ever served under would have gone to war with the locals after they killed a member of our unit. The explanations given by the writers about a “2 sided war” were weak and I personally know of at least 20 people that stopped watching the show after that episode. Maybe they should learn something of the loyalty that soldiers in combat honor each other with and the show… Read more »
People talk about the realness of a TV show that never claimed to be fiction and based on a true event. It is non-fiction, meaning loosely based on some real attributes but not solely based on real world possibilities. This is a TV show, so therefore you watch it as it is…I suppose you would rather watch COPS, BOUNTY HUNTER, Repossession shows that all claim to be real but are actually scripted! Some people are just so ignorant to the fact! I am ex-military and I absolutely love the show, the script, the actors etc. It has a feel of… Read more »
I agree. When you mess with the brotherhood, it is war.