Things were a little touch and go for awhile but NBC has now renewed Parenthood for a sixth season. It will be the last season and the cast and crew will have 13 episodes to say goodbye.
Parenthood revolves around the lives of the extended Braverman family in Northern California. The ensemble cast includes Lauren Graham, Dax Shepard, Tyree Brown, Joy Bryant, Max Burkholder, Erika Christensen, Miles Heizer, Sam Jaeger, Monica Potter, Savannah Paige Rae, Xolo Mariduena, Mae Whitman, with Bonnie Bedelia and Craig T. Nelson.
The series has never been a ratings hit for NBC but it has remained a pretty consistent performer with a devoted fanbase. This season, the ratings took a pretty dramatic downturn, dropping 20-30% compared to the fourth season. Shows like Revolution, Growing Up Fisher, and Believe all had better ratings but they were cancelled.
The network wanted to cut costs so they could bring the large ensemble series back for a final season but members of the cast reportedly didn’t want to agree to a smaller-than-usual episode guarantee. A compromise was eventually made.
We should have a better idea this week when season six will begin airing.
What do you think? Are you glad that Parenthood has been renewed for a final season? Would you like to see a seventh season or do you think this is the right time to end it?
How sad that this show is ending. One of the best shows on t.v. It was always discussed by friends the next day, and everyone couldn’t wait until the next episode. Its a shame that the network decided to cancel such a great show!
I have enjoyed every season and sorry to hear this is the last season.
What a bummer, my absolute favorite show. I wish it was not the final season. This is one of the best daily shows ever. I hope they reconsider.
So sad to find out this awesome show is being cancelled. I don’t drop everything to watch TV, but this one is/was one I did. Disappointed!!!
So sad to hear this awesome show is being cancelled. It doesn’t happen often but “Parenthood ” is/was the one show I would drop everything to watch!!
I will miss this show terribly! It has been my personal favorite from the beginning. The acting and writing were amazing–season after season. It was touching, dramatic, humorous and NOT predictable. There were so many story lines I have lived through; Cancer, Autism, teen issues and relationship dilemmas. Maybe it was just too intelligent compared to the majority of tv shows out there today. My thanks to the writers, actors and producers for delivering such a beautiful series–looking forward to the upcoming season.
So sorry to see Parenthood end. It one of the few shows that thé entire family can watch. Don’t have to worry about the kids seeing or hearing things they shouldn’t.
So extremely disappointed Parenthood is going to end after this season! Such a refreshing, real life show that we could all relate to. The entire cast is absolutely amazing! How does a show this great get canceled when other shows that are truly pathetic continue to survive? Not a great move NBC!
I’m really sad to see Parenthood come to an end. This show mimicked the real issues and day to day challenges experienced by the average family. It’s a source of hope, comfort and inspiration to see how the Bravermans are able to tackle problems as a unit. Presently, we live in a society where the majority of shows on TV only portray sex and violence. We need to have more shows with positive substance, such as Parenthood, 7th Heaven, Judging Amy etc. When shows like these get cancelled, it’s really a disservice to families, who care about morals, values and… Read more »
I have to say I’m very sad to see this show go. The cast is amazing. There are so many more subject lines they could cover on this show. I really not sure why it didn’t make the ratings because it’s so good. I would love to see it come back.
I loved this series. I couldn’t wait to see the next show and the next season. So sorry it will be the final one.
Sad to see parenthood at its last season. To see a show that has family values and true life challenges is rare on tv anymore. Touching the family’s that deal with children with disabilities is amazing. Just awareness that this disability affects many family’s. I wish it would continue one of the best shows on tv!
We love love Parent Hood please don’t cancel 🙁
I can’t believe this show is on its last season! It seems like the one show that could just go on forever since there are so many characters upon whom to build stories. Most realistic show EVER! And SUCH amazing actors too!!
I am really sad that Parenthood will not be renewed. I look forward to the show as it seems to be the only FAMILY show on TV. The cast and the writers bring to life everyday life that can be related to. Kind of like the way shows used to be. Bring Parenthood back and more shows like it. Sometimes its nice to get away from all the stupid reality, violence, and bad news that is broadcast on today’s networks.