It looks like the story of the Sutton clan has come to an end. ABC Family has quietly decided to cancel Lincoln Heights after four seasons.
Lincoln Heights tells the story of Officer Eddie Sutton (Russell Hornsby) who moves his family back to his old neighborhood. Other castmembers include Erica Hubbard, Nikki Micheaux, Rhyon Brown, Mishon Ratliff, Robert Adamson, and Michael Reilly Burke.
The TV show debuted on January 8, 2007 and the first season was successful enough to warrant a renewal by March. At that point, it was one of the cable channel’s higher performers in the key demographics.
While announcing that the second season would kick off in September 2007, ABC Family President Paul Lee said, “We really think we have something unique here… The fact that it’s an African American family drama alone separates it from the crowd, but its terrific cast and superb writing also make it truly special and perfect for ABC Family.”
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Following season two, it took several months for ABC Family to decide to bring Lincoln Heights back for a third round. They finally did and that kicked off in September 2008. The audience grew and the show became the cable channel’s top performer among Females 12-34 and Female teens. It didn’t take as long to renew the series for year four.
Season four kicked off in September 2009. It ended up being one of the channel’s weaker programs of 2009, being outperformed by other ABC Family shows, including cancelled Kyle XY.
No specific reason was given for the Lincoln Heights cancellation. However, though it’s been favored by some critics, the series has never been a big hit for the cable channel and has only been given 10 episode renewals each season.
What do you think? Are you upset or surprised that the series has been cancelled? Do you think the last episode of Lincoln Heights is a worthwhile series finale?
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i am so upset that Lincoln Heights was cancelled please bring it back i love that show and a lot of others do to. I am a young girl that looks up to Erica Hubard. So, thats why i think it should be brought back no matter what. I am begging that the show is brought.
Thanks,
kayla
I am a little upset. However, I am not surprised. Unfortunately televisions shows that are positive African American shows don’t tend to last very long. I pray that maybe another station will pick up the show and continue to show a positive black family on television. If not I guess the repeats on TV1 will have to do. Another good show bites the dust.
I am very upset at the whole cancellation of Lincoln Hieghts. It has been my favorite show and it relates to my life so much. Please if there is any way around the cancellation someone needs to find it.
OMG! Why is this show canceled? This show is one of the most sensible and family oriented series since the Cosby’s. The show has real morals and values we can all appreciate. That Kyle xy crap is just that. It was atleast something else to watch other than a reality show. Political reasons involved, maybe but there were lessons to be learned from each show. I really miss the characters and the messages it brought to the screen. I have teenagers in my family who can relate to the characters. Even if it is just a show, they learn something… Read more »
im very upset that its been cancelled…..wen i first was introduced to this show i fell in love with it….rushed home from wherever i was jus to catch tha next episode….as the seasons continued i loved it even more …new things happend everyday in lincoln hheights…the way this family gets along and love eachother is amazing… this is the one show that i can say i never get tired of watching…..i love this show and would do anything to have it back on air…
I was disappointed to learn Lincoln Heights would not be returning for another season.The show depicted an African American family experiencing and overcoming real obstacles faced in day to day life. There were important messages relayed to the youth of who are able to see there can be a positive outcome. I have a teenage son of whom found time with me to view the show. It is a shame the show is canceled due to the ethnicity of the characters. Shame on you Fox FAMILY.
I decided to look online to see if the show was coming back. The new season starts every september. Im so sad that the show was cancelled. I wish it could have been picked up by another network, but I guess another african american show the revolves around a positive family union bits the dust while so many dlist folks are getting their reality shows renewed. I just dont understand………
i AM HIGHLY UPSET THIS SHOW IS OFF THE AIR!
I am so disappointed that Lincoln Heights isn’t coming back for a 5th season! This is one season I was looking forward to. The mix of the family values, drama, and music this show brought was addicting! I loved it and I don’t understand why it was cancelled.
I am very upset at the fact that Lincoln Heights was cancelled, I just got into watching and then it was over, not happy at all. It wasn’t a very good time to end it. You should realy consider bringing it back. there’s not a whloe lot of good and descent shows to watch.
Thanks,
Dawn
i cant believe the cancelled the show i really loved it i was waiting for season five but now i know there’s not going to be one im so sad i hate the person who cancelled lincoln heights i learned alot from that family tv show like how to do the right things and when to speak up and help others even though they are scared to tell you they need help.
I”m very upset…Bad choice..Please bring Lincoln Heights back..A very good story of a “good” black family, keeping it real in their world…
I am totally dissapointed!, My oldests son who’s 21, and myself, used to enjoy Lincoln Heights together. It was a tough, gritty drama, with a softer side. I really liked this show and was so enjoying the character development. Im African American, and It was so nice to see a strong, commited African American couple raising a family in such a positive light, even in some really tough times, and a neighborhood that has seen better days….I was so looking forward to the next season…dangit, another one bites the dust. I’m going to miss that show very much. ..and that’s… Read more »
dude i cant belive this . i personally think its crap !. that was a wonderful show , me and my mom LOVED that show !. i think its kind of odd how channels are all or a sudden cancelling black tv shows and then claiming that it for “rating” reason . BULLCRAP!. i want the real reason .! bring Lincoln Hieghts back .!!!!
I am very sad that lincoln heights isn’y coming back on the air.That was a good show about black faimlies getting a long.You just don’t see that really on tv now days.I hope they come back on soon.If they get alot of comments and decides to come on for a other season.