What would be the smart move? The season one finale of Pure Genius just aired on January 26th, and we want to know if you think CBS should cancel or renew the TV show for a second season.
A medical drama, Pure Genius follows a team of doctors as they team up with cutting-edge tech experts and try to push the boundaries of modern medicine to save lives. Doctor Walter Wallace (Dermot Mulroney) is a disgraced but brilliant surgeon who is recruited by a young Silicon Valley tech billionaire, James Bell (Augustus Prew). Wallace learns that Bell is harboring a secret and he begins to question just what the young founder is really trying to achieve. The cast also includes Odette Annable, Reshma Shetty, Aaron Jennings, Ward Horton, and Brenda Song.
Pure Genius debuted on October 27th with middling ratings for CBS. The pilot earned a 1.05 rating in the 18-49 demo and 6.23 million viewers. From there, the numbers only declined. With only 13 episodes under its belt, season one of the series received an average rating of 0.86 in the 18-49 demo and a total of only 5.34 million viewers. The show’s ratings currently rank third to last out of CBS’ 22 scripted series for the 2016-2017 season.
Given the low ratings and CBS’ decision not to order more episodes, it seems likely Pure Genius will be cancelled.
But, we want to know what you think. Should CBS cancel the medical drama or, renew it for a second season? Tell us what you think.
Please don’t cancel the show it’s so inspiring.
Please don’t cancel the show. It’s so inspiring to young adults who might might what to the become doctors or inspire others to do what is right to help others at whatever cost. That shows true compassion for ill folks or disabled people can do everything like everyone else. It shows that even shy people can come out of their shells and for those out there who feel helpless, there is hope in this world
Please renew pure genius. My husband and I have enjoyed every episode and would like it to continue.
I like the show and would love to see it continue even if in syndication somewhere else. I don’t like much else. Like the upcoming replacement Training Day. I don’t plan on watching it.
An uplifting journey. The hope it delivers is what we all need especially now.
Pure Genius is an innovative and thought provoking show. Probably our favorite among 2016 debuting series. CBS should extend it as it will catch the following it merits and the advertisers it needs.
Pure Genius should have a season 2 because I think it is a good show to watch.
Love Pure Genius! Please give it another chance!
It is a great show but should be on earlier
Love this show. Refreshing, intelligent, thought-provoking. Bad time slot.
Bring it back for a second season, great story lines, character development as well as interesting medical tools.
Please do NOT cancel “Pure Genius”. My husband and I watch this show together, and we love it! It is so innovative and refreshing! It is really a GREAT show. If you are thinking of cancelling it, PLEASE reconsider your decision! We want to see more episodes…MANY more episodes of this genius of a show! Thank you!
I already posted a comment. Pure Genius is one of the best shows on TV. Unlike ordinary medical dramas the medical staff thinks outside the box and creatively solves medical problems with technology of the future which may be possible in the near future. The characters need to be
three dimensional so the fans become invested in knowing more about their lives.
We love this show and would hate to see it cancelled.
Please don’t cancel!! It’s not just another hospital show. Love the actors! I’ve never seen so much heart.