It doesn’t take a brilliant mind to have seen this coming. Today, it was revealed that CBS had officially cancelled Pure Genius after one season.
The drama follows top medical professionals as they team up with cutting-edge tech experts and try to push the boundaries of modern medicine to save lives. The cast includes Augustus Prew, Dermot Mulroney, Odette Annable, Reshma Shetty, Aaron Jennings, Ward Horton, and Brenda Song.
Early on, CBS decided not to order more episodes of Pure Genius, suggesting the show was headed for cancellation. Over the course of its first season, the series earned pretty low ratings, averaging a 0.86 in the 18-49 demo and only 5.34 million viewers.
Recently, star Augustus Prew said he thinks the show didn’t work because it underwent an identity crisis:
But if I’m being honest, I think we got caught between two different shows. I think CBS wanted something a little more procedural, and [executive producer] Jason [Katims, of Friday Night Lights/Parenthood fame] wanted something a little more character-driven.”
What do you think? Did you see Pure Genius? Do you think CBS should’ve renewed it for a second season?
My husband, my sister-in-law and myself all enjoyed this fresh approach to healing the whole person with cutting edge technology. There are so few programs on that are hopeful in nature and void of brutal violence. Please bring it back for a 2nd year.
My husband and I really love this show. It is a cutting edge show that shows how a medical staff is changing people’s lives. We like the characters in the show and how they interact. I hope the people that make decisions change their minds and give this show another chance. Maybe another network will pick it up like the CW did with Supergirl.
Absolutely loved Pure Genius. The writing was innovative, imaginative and forward thinking, the acting was top notch. Not the usual medical show, drama and blood. Instead what medicine could be in its purest form with no bureaucratic boundaries. Give this worthwhile show a chance!!!
I loved this show! I thought is was very relevant to our world now with new medical procedures. It was informative, interesting and entertaining. I loved the storylines, the music and the sensitivity it showed. It really made you think. I hate the fact that all they ever want on TV is violence and murder mystery shows. Please bring it back!
Loved the show, but not shocked it was cancelled. Interesting stories & characters. The drama came from the plot line, not bullets flying so I knew it was doomed from the start.
I really loved Pure Genius… it gave you something enjoyable watch and what creative writers… give it another season … we all need some positive shows to watch.
What a nice caring show. Wonderful actors telling interesting stories. Much better for people to see than the violence riddled crap shows we are inundated with.
i absoloutly love pure geinus. there should be a second season
I loved the show. A different plot subject.
I really enjoyed Pure Genius – give it a second chance.
I really loved Pure Genius! It was a great show that I personally identified with, and it tugged at my heartstrings every time. In a world so full of sadness and violence, it was nice to see a show that depicts such hope in the face of the seemingly impossible odds. Please bring it back.
I liked the show. I would have watched a second season.
I was entertained by Pure Genius. The hospital of the future
We were so disappointed to hear Pure Genius is not coming back for another season! We love the story lines, the acting, and everything about the show. Not many shows like it on tv these days! Please bring it back!!
Lord have Mercy!!! That was one of my favorites. I’m sick of all the other shows that’s on tv now. Nothing but reality shows, and killing. I’m sick of it.