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In the fall, Anna Faris left Mom, and now, the long-running sitcom is leaving CBS. The network has announced that the comedy series is ending and that the series finale will air on Thursday, May 6th.
The Mom TV series stars Allison Janney, Mimi Kennedy, Jaime Pressly, Beth Hall, William Fichtner, and Kristen Johnston. Recovering addict Bonnie (Janney) must learn to adjust to life without her daughter and former-roommate, Christy (Faris), around. With a chaotic past behind her and a newly empty nest, Bonnie focuses on her marriage to her husband, Adam (Fichtner), and on what she wants to be now that she’s finally grown up. Now more than ever, Bonnie depends on the support of her friends, including wise Marjorie (Kennedy), wealthy and sometimes misguided Jill (Pressly), overly emotional Wendy (Hall), and her foster sister, Tammy (Johnston), who was recently released from prison. Through it all, these women help each other overcome their mistakes and stay sober in the face of whatever life throws their way.
The eighth season of Mom averages a 0.62 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 5.07 million viewers. Compared to season seven, that’s down by 22% in the demo and down by 19% in viewership. Seven episodes have aired thus far.
Season eight marks the final year in a two-season renewal from CBS and marks the end of star Janney’s current contract. Despite Faris’ departure, the sitcom still does well for CBS and is the network’s fourth-highest rated comedy.
“For the past eight years, we’ve had the great honor to bring these wonderful characters to life, sharing their struggles and triumphs with millions of viewers every week,” said executive producers Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker, and Nick Bakay in a statement. “From the beginning, we set out to tell stories about recovery from alcoholism and addiction that are rarely portrayed in a network comedy series. Whether it was the emotional reactions of the live audience on tape night inside Stage 20, or discussions at the White House regarding the opioid crisis, or the personal stories we continue to receive on social media, we take great pride in knowing Mom has positively impacted so many lives. We are forever grateful to our brilliant cast and guest stars, wonderful writers, and amazing crew for going on this journey with us.”
What do you think? Are you a fan of the Mom TV series? Would you have watched a ninth season or, is it time to say goodbye?
I would continue to watch Mom. I’m a recovering alcoholic. The show made me laugh. I could identify.
I love this show, makes you laugh and cry. Please keep it on
It’s a shame to see it go. The show brings laughter and helps you remember that life’s struggles are real, but you keep going.
I’m really going to miss this one. It should have gone on much longer. I’m hoping another network will pick it up and continue.
Hi, please do not end Mom, it’s a wonderful sitcom, better than Two and the half men. It brights my week! Brig back the daughter into the series. thanks!
Come on guys, this was the best show on TV. It would be great if you can keep them on but if the actress that plays Bonnie wants to leave please make a spin off with all the other actors and actress. Now Jill is having a baby and married, Tammy has her own business, Marjorie has a grandbaby now an atom could be running his bar he doesn’t need Bonnie. Please make a spin-off with the other people thank you think about it.
My wife & I both LOVED the TV series ‘Mom’ and it will be dearly missed. Our Thursday evenings will never be the same, BOO HOO ! Any chance of a spinoff with Jill (Jaime Pressly) and her new husband, Andy (Will Sasso) ? Sounds like a great plan to me ~ Any Takers ?
I loved Mom I would like for it to have a ninth season. I guess I have to watch the reruns on Nick at night. CBS is losing all their good comedies. They should have a comedy show on every night of the week to break up all the drama
I would love to see season 9 for Mom
Enjoyed Mom and very sad that it is ending.
I really loved this show its made me think and laugh the cancellation is such a disappointment! Please bring it BACK!!
I am so disappointed that the series is ending! Even without Anna Ferris the scripts and cast continues to bring laughs along with a strong message! Please reconsider!!!