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 think they should bring back limitless. I was getting so into it and now I want to see more.
Can’t Netflix pick it up. I have REALLY enjoyed season 1 of Limitless.
I agree with that so much. People would’ve liked it more, and many do so I don’t see why they passed.
LIMITLESS SHOULD BE BROUGHT BACK!!!! IT WAS A GREAT SHOW AND ALOT OF FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great show. Loved the theme. They could have went in one of many directions with the plot. To leave this show hanging is a TV crime. Bring it back.
Ok, we’ve just finished watching this series, and can totally see why a second season has not been picked up. I would say Limitless was quite average really – yep the main 2 characters, Rebecca and Brian are both likeable but I think the series just was a little stupid and ridiculous mid way (it had stupid themes dotted about which just made them episodes distracting and quite comical) through…. I’ve watched other stuff on Netflix – Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Ozark, Safe, Stranger Things, The Sinner, Dexter to name but a few but Limitless comes out right at… Read more »
I was terribly disappointed to realize Limitless was cancelled. It’s truly excellent, one of the most interesting and entertaining series I have seen in a long time. I loved the actors too. It sure connected with our family. Please continue!!
Enjoyed the show a lot, novel, witty, and well done.
One of the best shows I’ve seen in quite a while – big mistake to cancel !
WHY THE **** DO THEY HVE TO CANCEL THIS SHOW, THIS SHOW WAS A MASTER PIECE . BRING IT BACK.
Wow just saw episode 1 and 2 of limitless on Netflix wow great show so far. But CBS cancelled it bummer but it doesn’t surprise me, so far it’s not anti-america, not Anti-Trump, not anti-christain, not-antigun, it’s not force feeding gay issues, trans issues, abortion etc…
Therefore CBS didn’t pass the DEMOCRAT’S Adgenda requirement.
This show was a masterpiece of sharp, witty dialogue, intriguing plots, outstanding character development, plenty of comic references and homage to films and current events and famous people. I love it at age 69 and I know teenagers that love it just as much. Apparently the only ones that are out of touch with the viewers is network management… as is often the case.
I loved this show and was so looking forward to seeing what happened to the Senator and all the other possibilites that could have come out of the loose ends. Oh well one can only hope they change their minds and do another season.
Limitless is a good show we loved it and we never even seen the movie!
Definitely watch the movie because it gives some more insight and another perspective of senator Morra. Also, it’s an excellent movie.
I binged watched this show after being introduced to it by a friend. Bring it back, i want to see a season 2!!
Hard to believe Geller didn’t think the show connected to its viewers. I chain-watched the entire series in about 2 weeks. Totally loved it! Very disappointed that it’s cancelled. 🙁
WHAT?! Who made this decision? The show is absolutely brilliant, the best in a very looong time, as good as Sherlock! We want more!
Totally agree! Fire Geller.. and get someone else in there and get it going again!