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Rebel is one of the more surprising cancellations of this television season. ABC Signature President Jonnie Davis is the latest to speak out about the cancellation of the drama series after only four episodes into its season. It appears cancelling the Katey Sagal series was just as hard from the side of the studio.
Davis said the following about the decision made by ABC to cancel the series, per Deadline:
“We love Krista Vernoff, we made this incredible deal with her. There’s no better showrunner in town — and a creator by the way — and we were gut-punched about Rebel. We hoped that was going to get more time to fully find the audience, and if you’re reading the blogs right now, people love that show. We’re still licking our wounds on that one.”
Sagal and others have also spoken out publicly about the cancellation of Rebel. There is still hope the series could find a new home.
What do you think? Are you hoping that Rebel finds a new home after its first season ends?
This show should not be cancelled. It’s great and I enjoy it along with a lot of other friends do as well. Please let it continue!!!
Such a shame this show was a breath of fresh air
i love the show and hope it finds a new home
Love, love, love this show. I cannot understand why it was cancelled.
I hope abc changes their mind. Rebel is a smart refreshing show. It is such a shame. I already love the characters. Hope someone picks it up.
As each episode aired I developed a deeper appreciation for the show. I am getting frustrated with network TV. The show needs time to develop an audience. Hopefully another network will capitalize on this stupid decision.
Great show! Why cancelled? I barely watch tv and when I find something I like it gets cancelled.
My wife and I have really enjoyed Rebel! We comment after every show that it seems so believable. It’s smart and portrays each side as thoughtful and conflicted, real wrestling with the issues. Please keep it alive somewhere! It’s like losing Commander in Chief and Designated Survivor again!
I’m shocked by this news. I was really enjoying Rebel and don’t think they’ve given it a proper chance. The cast ensemble is excellent. I love Katey Sagal, Andy Garcia, and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE John Corbett (he’s sooo hot!)
Let’s hope it gets picked up by another network (maybe, please?)
How dare you?!?!? This was one of the few shows of the new season that we (my family, friends and myself) totally enjoyed!!!! I hope that it finds a new home and is on for seasons to come!!! You have NOT given a real reason for canceling it before even giving it a chance! ABC, you are soooooo sickening, it’s ridiculous!!!
Rebel should not be cancelled. They didn’t give it a fair chance! It’s sooo good!!! Don’t cancel it!
I’m so sick of ABC, they are always canceling great shows. Does anyone remember
“Last Man Standing “ Tim Allen
Such BS! Another example of the country we’re living in and it’s priorities! Sure BIG PHARMA has something to do with this one…TRUTH HURTS!
This show is smart, great cast. Exemplary writing. Inclusive. Entertainment with a conscience.
such a great show..luv it, should not cancel!