The axe keeps flying over at TNT. The cable channel already cancelled Dallas and Franklin & Bash and now, they’ve cancelled Perception as well. There won’t be a fourth season.
Perception follows Doctor Daniel Pierce (Eric McCormack), a talented and schizophrenic neuropsychiatrist, as he assists his former student, FBI Special Agent Kate Moretti (Rachael Leigh Cook), solve complex cases. Other castmembers include Kelly Rowan, Arjay Smith, LeVar Burton, and Scott Wolf.
The show is currently in its third season. Ten of the season’s 15 episodes have aired so far and have averaged 2.78 million viewers with a 0.6 rating in the 18-49 demographic. That’s down about 10% when compared to season two.
While Perception certainly isn’t TNT’s biggest series, it’s been a respectable performer. It seems that the cancellation is at least in part due to the cable channel’s desire to move towards airing edgier series.
It’s worth noting that Legends, a show sited as being more “edgy”, drew only 1.53 million viewers and has yet to be cancelled or renewed.
The final five episodes of Perception will being airing on February 17, 2015. It’s unclear if they will give viewers any kind closure to the series.
ABC Studios produces Perception so there’s a chance that they might try to find another home for the series. There will be 39 episodes at the end of season three — a far cry from the typical 88 episode minimum needed for a syndication package.
What do you think? Do you like the Perception TV show? Do you think it should have been cancelled, or renewed for a fourth season? Would you watch it on another channel?
I loved this show. I think if was refreshing and I love the characters. Very disappointed with TNT
Bring it back
Love the show and cast! Would definitely watch on another network!!!
I love this series. One of my favorites of all times. TNT has canceled a number of series that I liked. I’m finished watching any series on TNT. Just too disappointing. I really hope another network picks this one up. Thumbs down to TNT!
I just found out that one of my top five favorite shows has been cancelled!! So bummed. Every time a smart show comes along, it gets cancelled. I’m tired of it. I hope someone picks it up.
Will definitely watch on another channel. Love the show and the actors work well together..
I Love Perception. Please someone pick it up. It’s one of my faves on TV.
TNT YOU ARE SO WRONG TO CANCEL THIS SHOW!
You have that terrible Show Legends. Cancel it and keep Perception!
Perception is one of the best newer shows on tv. My husband and I often times watch reruns of Mash, Bewitched and Match Game among others. We hope for reconsideration of keeping this show on the air. Please! We are of an older demographic (60’s) who enjoy the show along with our friends, not your usual demographic. I know there are many who shall miss this show. I prefer quality tv to reality tv. Although we do have our favorites in this realm as well.
Please, please reconsider your decision.
This show is amazing. The writing is great as well as the acting. I really hope they find a new home for it.
I think you’re making a big mistake. This is one of TNT’s better shows. Eric McCormack plays the part, perfectly. Rachel Cook is a very attractive woman (who wouldn’t want to tap that). She acts the part professionally, I should know,because I know a female FBI agent. But, that aside, if you have a winner, you throw it away. , that’s management, head up ass.
I love this show. On of my favorites!!! What now another reality show!!!!
It’s a great family show. We all love watching it. Please bring it back or have another channel with family values pick it up. We’re tired of reality shows that are gross, violent or have too much sexy or unnecessary bad languages
I love this show! It’s one of my favorites and now they are cancelling!! This is why I hate watching new shows because you never know when it will be cancelled and you’re left hanging!
LOve the show. Will miss it, would definitely follow it to another network
Perception is one of the best seasons ever. There is always something about learning about mental disorder, and the teaching in the beginning of each show is amazing. And then the blend with a real drama show. Really hope they will bring it back!