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Will medical science continue to advance at Bunker Hill Hospital? Has the Pure Genius TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on CBS? The television vulture is watching for the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is a dedicated place to track the status of Pure Genius season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What’s This TV Show About?
Airing on the CBS television network, Pure Genius is a high-tech medical drama. At Bunker Hill Hospital, Silicon Valley tech titan, James Bell (Augustus Prew), pairs brilliant medical minds with technology gurus and sidesteps bureaucracy in the interest of saving lives — including his own. Bell enlists an exceptional, yet controversial veteran surgeon, Dr. Walter Wallace (Dermot Mulroney) to help him revolutionize health care. As Chief of Staff, Dr. Wallace oversees a trail-blazing team including the candid Dr. Zoe Brockett (Odette Annable); the idealistic and overly literal neurosurgeon, Dr. Talaikha Channarayapatra (Reshma Shetty); former gangbanger Dr. Malik Verlaine (Aaron Jennings); intense neurologist Dr. Scott Strauss (Ward Horton); and tech genius Angie Cheng (Brenda Song).
Season One Ratings
The first season of Pure Genius averaged a 0.86 rating in the 18-49 demographic and drawing an average of 5.34 million viewers. Find out how Pure Genius stacks up against the other CBS TV shows.
On May 15, 2017, it was revealed that Pure Genius has been cancelled so there won’t be a second season. Could it be revived someday? Stay tuned for updates.
Telly’s Take
While CBS has not officially cancelled Pure Genius, this medical drama’s prognosis is grim. In November of 2016, after just four installments had aired, the network passed on ordering the back nine episodes of Pure Genius, season one. The only CBS TV show it outperforms in the demo is Elementary. Right now, it looks like the Pure Genius (likely series) finale will air on January 26th. Barring a miracle, CBS will cancel Pure Genius. I have started circling this one and am all but certain there will be no season two.
5/15/17 update: CBS has cancelled Pure Genius after one season. Details here.
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What do you think? Were you hoping that CBS would renew their Pure Genius TV show for a second season? Are you upset that CBS has cancelled Pure Genius, instead?
I love this show it needs more time on air and you will be surprised.
Pure Genius is my favorite TV show!!! I hope it is renewed . I especially love Augustus Prew and the rest of the cast. great show!
I love this show and will be sorely disappointed if it isn’t renewed. There was never a show like this in all my 69 years and it was always breathtaking!
Love this show!
This is s very enjoyable show. I really enjoy the acting of Augustus Prew. He really brings vulnerability and caring to his character. Yes, i would watch a season 2. Please renew.
Typo in previous note. I typed …isn’t the best show. I meant …. the best show. Please correct. Yikes!
Pure Genius is pure genius! Please, please, please do not cancel. It is the best show on TV! The combination of medical science, advanced computer technology and real emotion, makes the perfect balance for a great watching experience. I truly will be sadden if it is cancelled. This isn’t the best show in years!!!
Love this show. My friends and Family are very disappointed that it may be canceled.
This show has an effect on my family and me. It’s so good, that it makes us cry during the episodes. Pure Genius is better than half of the other doctor shows on CBS TV. It’s with future technology rather than with just doctors working in a hospital. To add with, the connection that the cast have together is just amazing! There are also other doctor shows that’s been airing for a long time (Ex. Grey’s Anatomy, yes it’s one of those popular shows but it’s time for a new television show to pursue the fame ; Pure Genius). As… Read more »
I loved pure genius. hopefully we get a season 2.
Please don’t cancel this innovative and thought provoking series. We have enjoyed it so very much and it’s the first TV show our entire office watches and all find it captivating. PLEASE RENEW!!!!!
Please don’t cancel Pure Genius. It is my favorite show and I look forward to it every wk. Just read all the Positive comments. yDGdW
This is the Best show I’ve ever watched. PLEASE please, please, Don’t cancel it! Please renew it…… just read all of the positive comments.
Please keep Pure Genius on!! I love this show. I looked forward every week to watch. Such a great story and all the characters are fantastic !! Please bring it back!
I love this show. One of the best new shows of the season. Please renew this show. Great show !!