TNT is reportedly close to a sealing a deal to renew Memphis Beat for a second season. The cable channel previously gave a renewal to fellow freshman drama Rizzoli and Isles.
Memphis Beat follows a detective (Jason Lee) in Memphis who happens to moonlight as an Elvis impersonator. The cast includes Abraham Benrubi, Alfre Woodard, Celia Weston, DJ Qualls, Leonard Earl Howze, Robyn Lively, and Sam Hennings.
The series debuted on June 22nd to a 1.1 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 4.33 million viewers. The numbers came down a bit after that and the 10 episode first season has averaged a 0.8 in the demo and about 3.6 million viewers. The season concluded on August 24th.
What do you think? Does Memphis Beat deserve a second season? Is it worth watching?
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My husband and I have watched Memphis Beat since the first show. We’ve been waiting for the return — what’s the hold up? Can’t wait! Excellent show.
@Nathan Black : You are certainly entitled to your opinion, and since you don’t like the show, you can always watch something else that would be to your liking ( A twist of Kate perhaps? Or Jersey Shore? or the Bachelor?)
Memphis Beat gives me Old School soul music, bringing back memories of a time that I enjoyed tremendously! I think Jason Lee blends well with the cast, and bet they have a great time filming! ( Would love to see the outtakes!) I hope the 1st season DVD comes out soon. And am looking forward to season TWO….
This is a great show I am looking forward to the next season!!!
This show is great; anticipating season 2.
LOVE this show! It’s so refreshing to watch a unique cop show. Looking forward to season 2!
Love it! Let’s have another season please! Can’t wait for first season reruns!
I love this show!! It has everything…drama, comedy and the characters are very very likeable and I love the closeness they have among each other.
I enjoyed the series, I looked forward to it every week and told my friends to watch also. They agreed it is a great show. I missed it all fall and can hardly wait for the return. Great job guys, looking forward to seeing the next series, hope that it is soon. I truly miss this show.
My husband and I both are looking forward to season 2. It is the greatest show ever and hope to be watching it very soon!! If you are any kind of Elvis or Memphis, TN. Beale Street and the Blues fan you will love it too!!!!
I really wanted to like this show. I like Jason Lee and really enjoy DJ Qualls. But this show turned formula and jumped the shark early on. Every show was the same. A crime occurs. A character who is a minority who has means, motive and opportunity is suspected. Then, surprise! the villian turns out to be rich/white and/or christian. That is so predictable and boring. But these liberal writers live in their own little world and wouldn’t know a real plot twist if it hit them with a truck…
Loved the show Memphis Beat please bring it back!
I think Memphis Beat is a great entertainment. I am looking forward to Season 2.When will it start. Thankyou Patricia!
slow start for me but now I like the show hope it returns it was difficult seeing “Earl” in something serious at first but i like it especially the singing at the end
Love this show. Jason Lee plays a thoughtful, unusual character – great instincts as a cop & a sensitive, caring man. During the day he doesn’t waste words but accomplishes what needs to be done in a quiet, low key way. At night he turns into a dynamite country & blues performer – wonderful combination! Other characters are fine as well. When will this delightful new show return?
I loved it! Can’t wait to see another show. Reruns even.