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?
Sucks it was cancelled. Craig needs to take it to Netflix. Cable TV doesn’t understand it’s audience!
Limitless is an amazing show and Jake is a fabulous actor. Our family hasn’t liked something this much in a long time!
Our family really connected with this show too! Please bring it back!
The show didn’t connect with its audience? That statement shows the complete disconnect the television executives have with the audience, as the show connected with the audience much more successfully than most shows. Another blatant case of TV exec stupidity. I hope “Limitless” can find new life on another network.
Somebody at CBS wasn’t taking their NZT. Canceling this show was an act of ignorance. Who, exactly, ARE you trying to connect with? Here’s a family who cares about each other, a clean story line that EVERYBODY fantasizes about, great acting with authentic characters and a healthy dose of humor mixed in with the drama. You guys seriously dropped the ball on this one. Sure, give us another round of lesbian vampire doctors on drugs; everybody identifies with that!
My family and I were excited to find a show we could all watch together, a rarity now a days. We were enjoying it so much my husband checked to see when it was coming back on so we wouldn’t miss it and he found out it was canceled!!! Are you kidding me?? We finally have a entertaining and yet family program and they cancel it?? Make room for more crapy tv. Thanks CBS. Hey Nexflix, here’s another winner for you!!
How do we contact Netflix to BEG them to pick this show up?
My husband and I love Limitless. The only reason people weren’t watching it was because they didn’t know about it. Super sad there is not a Season 2!!!!
Right?! Advertise!
Such a shame, watching limitless on nexflix and love it! Very disappointed to hear the show was cancelled. I was looking forward to continuing with more seasons.
I am SOOO disappointed in your decision to cancel this show!!! The characters were so identifiable. The premise was like everyone’s dream. It always had a positive outlook and outcome. We dont see much positive tv these days. Shame on you.
My husband and I LOVE this show. I think it might actually be the best television show I’ve ever seen. Cancelling is a major mistake.
I am beyond disappointed. It didn’t connect with the viewers? My husband and I enjoyed it immensely! Easy storyline to follow, great acting, great effects. I actually found out it was canceled by checking to see when season 2 would start! I don’t watch much television, however I watched this show. What a shame. With all of the crap currently on now, you cancel an entertaining show.
So bummed. THis was such a fantastic show.
CANCELLED????? WHAT???? This had to be one of the most “refreshing” shows out there….. I don’t get it? This show is not just entertaining but helps you to think things through from a more logical perspective………………Please bring this back. I’m with Chris’s comment below ……..someone dropped the ball marketing this.
I found limitless to be an exciting show that I couldn’t get enough of. The way Brian Finch handles situation without losing his comical touch always made me laugh. Not coming back with a second season is very upsetting
CBS has such a great track record of knowing when they have a hit and when they don’t. Basically, if CBS cancels a show, it’s a sure indicator that the show is worthwhile. Another network needs to pick up “Limitless” since CBS is WAY too stupid to continue it.
Cancel another great show by cbs brass. His comment that it could have back makes one believe there is something hidden in this decision. Also he said he did not think it clicked with the viewers?????? Maybe shows that make people think and are not trash do not fit the agenda of cbs? Another entertains show bites the dust ………….