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 cannot believe this show got cancelled!! It’s a great show with fantastic characters and intriguing storylines. I only just found it on Netflix and was so excited because I loved the movie and loved how they connected Eddie morra’s character to the show.
What the HELL! It was fun and funny and slightly informative. I hate when networks do this. It’s been too long but one can only hope Netflix could pick it up again.
I am shocked that this show was canceled! It would have actually been my favorite show if they kept it rolling on. I didn’t love how they didn’t trust him at the end but I think there should be a second season. I would be willing to pay for Netflix strictly for this show.
I really think the show should be given a second shot, it’s now on Netflix or has been, and my girlfriend and I are really enjoying it. Enough time has lapsed for the series to really have a “craving” again. I really hope these comments don’t get overlooked.
The movie was really enjoyable, and I getting to see the world of Limitless play out on a larger scale is something that many people I believe, wanted to see when the movie ended the way it did. Does Moarra make it to the Oval Office?
I think that Netflix should by the rights from CBS and continue where they left off. This would be a win for Netflix if they did it.
Yes I was hoping it was going to get picked up some where else. Really sad it was taken off.
Isn’t it obvious? EVERYONE wants this show back! It just needed time to get to the public. Please, guys, give it another chance!
I loved the show. Hope Netflix changes its mind, real soon!
Just watched Limtless on Netflix. Great Show!! Can’t believe it’s cancelled! Maybe more people on Netflix will see it and want the show back. So much potential.
I loved the first season. One of the better shows around at the moment. Would have definitely kept watching if season 2 had come to air. Such a pity Netflix didn’t pick it up!!!
One of the better TV shows around. So, naturally they cancelled it. Its too bad that Netflix didn’t pick it up.
This is my favorite Tv show, I was devastated finding out they had canelled the series. Bad move guys!
One of the few shows I actually enjoyed.
i loved this show, i wish it hadnt been cancelled
i loved limitless, i wish it had been continued. please do!! i hope someone can pick it up
I loved this show. How could they cancel.
I absolutely did LOVE this show! I don’t watch that much network TV but would if this show is picked up again by ANYBODY!! Netflix, Amazon, …,please!