Why did CBS cancel Limitless? At this summer’s TCA press tour, network chief Glenn Geller explained why there will be no second season of the series, TVInsider reports.
Based on the 2011 film, the drama followed Brian Finch (Jake McDorman), who is given a special drug that unlocks 100% of his brain. The cast also included Jennifer Carpenter, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Hill Harper, and Colin Salmon.
During the panel, Geller said CBS cancelled Limitless because he didn’t “think it connected with the viewers”:
Ultimately we had to look at the show; it was a very good show, but I don’t think it connected with the viewers as well as other shows had. Yeah, we could have brought it back. But we also have to put on new shows and give other things a shot. It could have come back, but we have to do better; we want to improve time periods. That’s why we put on new shows.”
What do you think? Did you watch Limitless? Do you think the show should’ve been renewed?
I loved this show.. Watched the entire season 1 on Netflix.. I was very upset you did not renew for a second season at least.. I mean, what the heck.. You take all the good shows away… I am very disappointed..
Please bring this show back. Thank you
I absolutely loved this show! Made sure that my calendar was clear when it came on; I wouldn’t even ans the phone! FINALLY!!!!! A Great Show!! The good shows always get removed, but we’re stuck with carbage and filth.
I loved the film and the show. Wtf CBS?!
This show was witty and awesome and intriguing. I am so sick of good TV shows getting canceled. And stupid shows that have no substance and just sex and drama get to stay.
This was a great show. I understand having a Hollywood actor with such fame as Bradley Cooper could be an obstacle, but the show has good potential. If CBS is unwilling to continue the show, I am quite sure there are other networks who would be interested in purchasing the rights foo the show.
IT is a great show. We have watched season 1 many times. No 2nd season was a bad decision. A really bad decision.
This show had too much going for it. It had history comedy and possibilities. It made you think. Its,a shame. It’s the only show I watched on CBS. now nothing for me on that station.
yeah I agree with Tess,, I am seriously thinking of not watching CBS.. I watch very little TV as it is.. Nothing good on anymore.. Do you really think all of the American people like those Reality shows.. They are the ones that get boring.. I want Limitless back.. Thank you
Limitless was right up there with The Expanse and Westworld, from my point of view. Terrible decision to cancel it.
I can’t figure out why they keep”mom” and “2 broke girls” (by all accounts, terrible shows) and cut what was, arguably, their best show: “limitless”. Who makes the decisions over there!?
Miss it bring it back!
I love it!!
honestly such a good tv show. it was funny and dramatic and creative and different from other procedural crime shows, even had potential for some romance. i’m mad at cbs for this one for sure
This movie and series was amazing. What a shame. CBS can’t even continue it as streaming only? I wonder how long the new Star Trek series will last with this ADD inflicted network.
That’s because CBS is for predictable, boring shows that benefit predictable, boring people.
Duh…NOBODY “connects” with Jennifer Carpenter (AKA the most annoying and untalented actress ever). I wonder whose pipe she was smoking to get the part. She is one of those actresses who gained fame “the old fashioned way” (effing the star). That only gets you in the door. You have to have the talent to stay.