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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?
Yes. It is a great show with a very good cast. Always looking to help the little people. We need more of that in this world.
Love Rebel. So upset it is cancelled. I got my Mom and husband hooked on it.
Great show, so sad The Connors isn’t the one being cancelled instead of Rebel.
Big mistake.
It’s a great show and different from other network shows. I recorded it to watch later when I wasn’t home during its time slot. Please bring it back!!
Whats wrong with you’ll love the show.keep it on.
Would be sorry to see it go, I love the show.
I was surprised by the idiots at ABC to cancel a show that was getting “it’s legs” Just keep the crap on ABC so we can watch the other networks eat your lunch. Good luck bringing in new viewers with shows like “The Conners” what a waste of time
Yes, really enjoy the show. Would love it to continue us.
Great show and cast, the show wasn’t given a fair chance to gain momentum.
I hope someone picks it.
One of the best shows on TV and it gets the ax!!! I hope it gets picked up or ABC comes to its senses!!!
That’s my fav show
I’m pissed they cancelled one of the only decent shows on tv. Idiots!!
I love Rebel and Katey. I’m pissed about this cancellation. NBC, CBS, FX, TNT, someone, please puck this show up.
Stupid to cancel Rebel! It is a great program. Shame on the network.
My family and I absolutely love rebel. We two are blindsided by the cancellation. Is it because it is too racially diverse and portrays strong women of many colors and positive roles?!
I hope REBEL finds a new home. To soon to cancel, I can’t believe they were so quick to cancel it, I love this show.
I’m pissed rebel was one hot show I loved- you put it up against law and Oder find a different time slot and more people would like it
100%. Networks always pit new shows against long standing shows that have a loyal fan base. Not fair!