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 was disappointed Limitless was cancelled; it was the most creative show since Star Trek.
The show was great it made me imagine and it was funny. One of the top 5 shows in the last 6 years
The reason why there is no second series is the the first SUCKS! I loved the movie a lot. But the series is a disaster! They try to be funny, but they are not. Very bad jokes, very stupid conversations, no thrill, no suspense, no danger. Really BORING.
I will cancel all CBS and CBS related subscriptions.
I can recognize when I am been bullied by a Company.
I will find other ways to watch CBS related content 😉
Loved it and I hope That there will be another Try and a new season
I really loved this show and am terrible sad the it’s not been renewed yet. I’ve been her since it was first put on Netflix and I really want it back like come on it’s amazing.
sad to see the show cancelled
The concept was excellent, yet the show bogged down time and again with cartoonish animation that for me, at least, became a silly and sophomoric distraction.
On balance, though, truly superior to many shows that “connect” to viewers, in my opinion.
Should have been given a chance to pursue the drama with Bradley Cooper.
It was the more interesting subplot.
It should be renewed. It’s a fantastic show that grab the attention of the viewer. Good script and combination of drama and comedy. I don’t understand how in the world the network gives “the shoe did not catch the attention of the viewers”??? That’s is simply not true.
It should have been renewed. It was a very inventive show
I’ve watched the Limitless season 1 twice. The show is great & I can’t understand why they would decide NOT to continue the show, it had endless Story line possibilities. It’s never too late to bring it back. I have to believe NETFLIX would pick it up!
I watched the series on Netflix and would continue watching it every night, if there was a second season. It’s intriguing, captivating, and also humorous. The perfect combination to unwind to and get caught up in. Today it seems series are better made for Netflix or Amazon, where you can watch episodes at your leisure without waiting a week. It would be smart of Netflix to pick up the second season. I hope they do!
I liked the show really wish it would’ve make a come back for season two bring back the show #savelimitless
I watched the series again for the 7th time and I believe CBS did not advertise the show right. I love Limitless and I want to know about Mora, can the shot be reproduced, will the team ever get to use the pill. SMH I need to know. Netflix, Amazon, AMC, HULU somebody please pick up a season 2.
Great show!!! Wish it continued!