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?
I really like this show for Medical Science drama of Pure Genius. If the show does not put back or renewed then I will not step down for good.
I really liked the show. It was different. I hope they change their mind and renew for another reason.
I am sad Pure Genius was cancelled I watched every episode at least 10 times, I loved the show it gave hope to my family that maybe there are places and doctors like bunker hill. My husband is a 2 time cancer survivor he enjoyed the show as much as I did. Please bring it back for another season.
I just discovered this show, and I really like it. I wish you would change your mind about canceling it. It’s so interesting!
Please, please renew pure genius, everything I watched and loved is being cancelled. The stations don’t allow enough time for any of the new series. I am sick of bachelor, it’s always predicted. Most of the reality shows are ridiculous. Also getting tired of DWTS. There isn’t any dramatic series anymore. When you’re in a certain age range, need something a little more serious. On Criminal Minds, please do not let A.J. Cook leave or Kirsten Vangness.
I am so sad!!! They will keep shows on like The Bachelor which is awful!!! I couldn’t fast forward fast enough!!! They should put it on Saturday nights because there isn’t anything good to watch on that night! LOVE THIS SHOW! HOW DO WE GET IT BACK ON???
Its sad that S2 is not happening..this is a great show! There’s modern technology, intellect, humanity, compassion, love & humour in this medical great. I prefer this anytime to House tbh..pls bring it back..pls you need to give it a chance.
Loved the show- acting was great as the storyline- give it another chance- bring it back!
I think CBS should reconsider. Me and My husband really enjoyed the show.
BRING IT BACK FOR SEASON 2!
It’s a great show. The network didn’t even give it a fighting chance.
The show had compassion and technology. We loved the show. Please give the shoe another chance
please bring it back. give it a chance.
This was a great show bring it back. Didn’t even give it a chance.
I loved the series. It was innovative, compassionate, fascinating, great story lines involving the private lives of the people involved in the series. Day and time of airing was a factor in lower viewing audience. It should return! At least for a second season to tie up the loose ends..
We are NOT happy at all!! Every week our friends would get together and watch Pure Genius. Get a clue, this was one great show. Please bring it back. It doesn’t take a genius to figure this out.