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“Poppa” and Junior aren’t going to be able to keep working things out. The Poppa’s House series has been cancelled, so there won’t be a second season on CBS. The first season, consisting of 18 episodes, finishes airing on the 28th of this month. There is one episode left.
A comedy series, Poppa’s House TV show stars Damon Wayans, Damon Wayans Jr., Essence Atkins, and Tetona Jackson. In the story, “Poppa” (Wayons Sr.) is a happily divorced and legendary talk radio host. His point of view is challenged at work when a new female co-host, brainy psychologist Dr. Ivy Reid (Atkins), is hired to bring a female perspective to his show. Then, at home, “Poppa” finds he’s still parenting his adult son, Junior (Wayans Jr.). He’s a brilliant dreamer trying to pursue his passion while still being a responsible father and husband. As the series begins, Junior is fired by his wife, Nina’s (Jackson) father, after he misses a big sales pitch and applies for a job as a director instead.
Airing on Monday nights, the first season of Poppa’s House averages a 0.33 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 3.47 million viewers (includes DVR playback through 3:00 AM). While it’s a middle-of-the-road performer in the demo, Poppa’s House is CBS’ weakest scripted performer in total viewers this season.
The elder Wayans took to Instagram to thank viewers for their support of the now cancelled series.
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What do you think? Have you enjoyed the Poppa’s House comedy series? Are you disappointed this CBS show hasn’t been renewed for a second season?
So disappointed the show won’t be returning. Such talented actors with good chemistry amongs them them all . I had looked forward to watching the show every week , made me laugh
I liked the show and loved the actors and actresses, but the “situations” in this sitcom were poorly written. Unbelievable or just too silly. I hope the Wayan’s get another show to display their talents.
In what I think was the 2nd episode, Sr and Essence’s characters got into an exchange that reminded me of Fred Sanford vs Aunt Esther and George Jefferson vs Florence. It was awesome. I wish they could have kept that kind of dynamic between the two characters.
Good, I won’t miss it. It was so not up to par.
The writing just wasn’t good enough….They’re Waynans tho they’ll definitely bounce back!!!!
Did not watch Poppa’s House, but sure would like a return of Raid The Cage with Damon Wayans, Jr. …
I thoroughly enjoy this show. Good actors and fun. Rare quality family show.
Thank you CBS for cancelling that one, didn’t like it, wasn’t funny & those writers weren’t good either. Those Damons have to do better comedy & not a great replacement for Bob Hearts Abishola either & terribly sorry viewers.
KEEPS I LIKE THE SHOW SHAME ON YOU CBS FOR GETTING RID OF YET ANOTHER GREAT SHOW.
Bummer, I loved this show, it was funny and made us laugh out loud.
These are the types of shows that we need to bring back! TV is filled with reality shows that aren’t worth a dime and CBS chooses to get rid of a 30 minute barrel of laughs….SMH
At a time that we are in of hate, job losses, financial pain, etc it is a great shame to lose this show of laughs. Thank you to the cast, crew, directors, and writers of this show as it a breath of air. Shame on you CBS of another misguided de vision. CBS 18-49 year Olds aren’t the only people watching shows on television, as the rest of us should matter.
Actually not many 18-35 year old’s watch any TV. Those that do rarely watch the 3 big networks or have jobs.