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 very dissappointed with the way that season 4 ended. I am also dissappointed that there will not be a season 5. I hope that ABC changes their minds in the future and we get to see another season at least of Lincoln Heights. I watched every season on netflix from begining to end and I would love to be able to watch more. I dont think you should of canceled season 5.
I have never watched this show no until 3 days ago i stayed up late nights and mornings just to finish all 4 seasons … this show is amazing and so positive and i think this show should be back on air because this is a unique show and it sends a message out to teens not just teens to every age limit my mother show watches this show and she loves it and i have showed it to friends and family and they have showed it to there families so i ask please return this amazing show please this… Read more »
ypu know there is a lot of shows on t.v. that i dont want my kids to see because it teaches them the wrong thing then along comes lincoln heights and my faith is restored. then for know reason its canceled for no reason whats so ever what kind of message are u trying to send. bring back lincoln heights season 5 and send the right message to your veiwers
I literally watched season 1-4 on Netflix within the past week and I wish there was another season. It was a great show and I’ll always be a fan
I am mad that it cancelled that was my favorite show and still is. Everyday I hope that they will make a season 5. I am tired of watching repeats.
This show is absolutley amazing. it should have not been takin of. And since it was they could have made the finaly a little stronger. maybee a death. i was a little disapointed with it.
I discovered this show earlier this year and have watched each episode that I can catch repeatedly. If this show had been given better marketing it would have been a smash hit, I love it and never get tired of watching the syndicated reruns. If it is feasible it would be a great show to bring back. The characters, writers, and story line was one of the best that I personally have ever seen next to the Cosby show. I love the cast and have had other friends of mine who had never seen or heard of the show when… Read more »
I think the only reason Lincoln Heights got low ratings is because of the time slot you aired the show. I watch the show over and over again even though it is reruns, Lincoln Heights is so close to real life and every episode is exciting and captivating I don’t want to miss it. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PUT IT BACK ON between the hours of 8:00 and 9:00 in the evening and you are sure to get the ratings you want. I miss Lincoln Heights
I really wish they would bring this show back. I can’t believe the ratings were so low when I know so many people that enjoyed this show and was upset it left the air. TV ONE, somebody, please pick this show back up! This is exactly what’s needed now and if it returns, I hope it will maintain it’s family friendly content and quality.
i miss lincoln heights bring itg back if you need signatures or petitions in on it let me know and if you need a actress im your girl
This was a very amazing show it showed things that some people go through in every day life it showed how accepting interracial couples can be….I loved the show and i feel like there should definatly be a season 5
This show was soo breathtaking, it made me laugh,in suspense,i cried. I felt so apart of the Sutton family. Please Mr. Lee BRING IT BACK!! Even if you were to sale it to the highest bitter(another network) or an “ALL BLACK NETWORK” Do you think that would satisfy the HATERS!!!
This show brought light to things that are happeneing every day! and how to overcome all different obstacles. it was funny, enlighteneing, inspirational. We need more shows like this on tv now adays with all the other shows for teens sending awful messages this sends one of positivity. It has to come back
im very upset.they need to come back.everybody love that show
I love this show just because it sends a message. This world is getting bad and this show has shed some light on a lot of social and criminal issues that we deal with today.These days all there is on tv is reality shows and they don’t teach or educate the youth in this world please bring this show back I love it too much.