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What’s This TV Show About?
A Showtime drama, based on the semi-autobiographical novel series from Edward St. Aubyn, Patrick Melrose stars Cumberbatch in the title role. The cast also includes Jennifer Jason Leigh, Hugo Weaving, Blythe Danner, Allison Williams, Anna Madeley, Pip Torrens, Jessica Raine, Prasanna Puwanarajah, Holliday Grainger, Indira Varma, and Celia Imrie. The story is the study of a wealthy, damaged man. It follows him from his dreadful childhood, through his adult struggles with substance abuse, and later quest for recovery.
Season One Ratings
The first season of Patrick Melrose averaged a 0.03 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 220,000 viewers. Learn how Patrick Melrose stacks up against the other Showtime TV shows.
Telly’s Take
My understanding is that this is a mini-series so there likely won’t be a second season. Of course, that could change — ala Big Little Lies. I’ll keep an eye out for breaking developments. Subscribe for free Patrick Melrose cancellation and renewal alerts.
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