It looked touch and go there for awhile but ABC has now renewed Nashville for a third season of 22 episodes.
The Nashville TV show revolves around a rising country star (Hayden Panettiere) and a legendary superstar (Connie Britton) whose fame is fading. Others in the cast are Charles Esten, Eric Close, Clare Bowen, Sam Palladio, Jonathan Jackson, Chris Carmack, Lennon Stella, and Maisy Stella.
The show was on the bubble for cancellation last season, thanks to lackluster ratings. The numbers have dropped even lower for this season and it’s down by 21% in the demo. Season two of Nashville currently averages a 1.5 rating in the all-important 18-49 demographic with 5.34 million viewers.
It looked likely to be renewed for a third season, despite the low numbers and the high expense of the show’s top talent. However, Nashville is shot in Tennessee and the state recently voted to cut two-thirds of the tax benefits set aside for the show. That made it difficult for Lionsgate and ABC Studios to work out a deal that would work financially.
The show’s now been renewed for season three. Production may have to be moved out of Nashville unless the studios can get some of the tax incentives back.
What do you think? Are you glad that Nashville has been renewed or do you think it should have been cancelled to make way for something new? Should season three be the last?
I love Nashville my fav show I just wish aviary and juilette stayed togehther
I was disappointed when I heard it was being canceled; now I am elated that it will continue. Acting and music are super.
Thank god its renewed for a 3rd season….best series on TV….
My favorite TV Series! Can’t wait for season 3! Hoping Rayna and Deacon get back together though!!!
I’m so glad Nashville was renewed for Season 3!! It’s my favorite show and I hope it continues for a long time.
Nashville is my favorite show! I hope it goes on forever. I love the large group of characters and I love the music in the show, and the performers.
I lived that life for a total of 23 years. I can’t wait to see what happens next!!!
Fast paced!!!Believeable and very entertaining…Tell your friends…You know social media…
Wish make-up would comb Rayna’s hair…
Finally a character-driven tv show with interesting storylines. I love the mix of the drama with the music. It is entertaining and engaging. The actors/musicians are so talented and believable. I hope this show continues for a long time.
I love Nashville so glad there will be a 3rd season . My husband isn’t allowed to talk while it is on and the music is fantastic xx
I love this show and want it to continue for as long as possible.
I’m so excited that Nashville is still going strong!!!!!!
I’m thrilled that it was renewed! 22 episodes is awesome!!
I will be very surprised if the show gets a season four if its ratings don’t approve or a way of making the show more financially sound isn’t found.
Why would Tennessee cut tax benefits to a show that showcases one of its major cities?
I love this show. I was really upset when I read it might be cancelled. It is very well written and acted. Can’t say enough good things about the cast. The singing is fantastic and so enjoyable to listen to. I hope this show goes on forever. Long live Juliette and the rest of the Nashville gang.