This evening, fans of ABC’s Revenge may be in for a surprise. The freshman drama has been replaced by an ABC special with a similar name — Revenge for Real. That’s no doubt the network’s attempt to attract regular viewers to watch a news special. So, has the real Revenge been cancelled? When will it be back?
For those who aren’t familiar with the TV series, Revenge revolves around Emily Thorne (Emily Van Camp), a young woman who comes to the Hamptons with a secret agenda; to exact vengeance on the wealthy people who ruined her family’s life and reputation. The drama also features the talents of Ashley Madekwe, Christa B. Allen, Connor Paolo, Gabriel Mann, Henry Czerny, Joshua Bowman, Madeleine Stowe, and Nick Wechsler.
Revenge debuted to a healthy 3.3 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 10.0 million total viewers. Week two saw the all-important demo fall 18% and week three dropped another 11%. Over the next several weeks, the ratings rose and fell, dropping as low as a 2.1 demo rating.
The way things were going, it looked like Revenge might be heading for the cancellation pile — like so many failed ABC dramas that had come before it — but the numbers evened off and the show’s been averaging a healthy 2.5 in the demo in 2012. While the show isn’t a big ratings hit, it certainly isn’t a flop either. Revenge’s demo average is actually stronger than that of aging shows like Castle and Private Practice.
Unfortunately, ABC has now put the series on hiatus for four weeks — a bit of a scheduling gamble that could seriously hurt viewership.
ABC News’ Revenge for Real will take over for two weeks and then repeats of a new Thursday night drama, Missing, will fill the slot for two weeks after that. Revenge isn’t slated to return until April 4th. It’s unclear if that night will feature a repeat or one of the six remaining originals.
The way things stand right now, it looks like a sure bet that Revenge will be renewed for a second season. Hopefully, enough viewers will return to watch the show after the hiatus so the ratings don’t drop and put the series’ future in jeopardy.
UPDATE: Revenge will now return on April 11th with a recap show. An original regular episode will air on April 18th and the finale will run on May 23rd.
What do you think? Will this hiatus cause the ratings to drop or do you think Revenge is assured of a season two renewal?
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My favorite show. Please resume.
This along with Once Upon a Time, Happy Endings, Suburgatory, Pan Am, GCB and Body of Proof should be cancelled.
Duh…..with all the real “junk” out there a show comes along with a really good story line, interesting characters, twists and turns to the story, different, enjoyable – my favorite show, and there’s talk of CANCELLATION??? What are the ABC execs thinking of? Give it a chance! Some of the best series started out slow but, in time, became the best shows on TV. Please don’t cancel this show!
I really like the show, but if you have to make us wait, then take the dam show off. I really do not like your abc. Why should I have to watch your real revenge ,Yuk……….;””””””’
Please return REVENGE to TV we all love it, my friends ,family. Thankyou, ROSEMARY
Please return the show my friends & I LOVE IT,so does my Family. (Revenge )
THANKYOU
You must give it a chance to get the word out. I wish it started earlier. I never
miss it and truly it is my favorite show on tv
My whole family is enjoying Revenge. We are upset with the interruption of shows and now have learned that it won’t air again until April 4th. Gets frustrating when you look so forward to watching each Wednesday. Hurry back Emily and Daniel.
Revenge is an awesome show and ABC is doing its network and show a disservice without a consistent schedule. Put the damn show on, so those who love it can watch it faithfully. Ellen needs to start a petition today!
Love the show and will wait any number of weeks to pick up the drama.
I love this show; my favorite on TV. It ticks me off the way ABC messes with the airings of it. Just about the time I can’t wait for the next episode ABC takes it off for two weeks. People get tired of this, that’s why they stop watching. Who wants to get into a great drama like this if they aren’t guaranteed of a proper resolution/ending?
I DO NOT WANT ANY MORE REALITY TV. A STORY IS GREAT NOT REAL JUNK. OUR KIDS DONT NEED TO KNOW HOW BAD AMERICA HAS BECOME. STORY TELL AND MAKE BELIEVE, THANK YOU.
I will be so disappointed if they cancel Revenge. I think it’s the best show on TV right now. I agree with the first comment. ABC didn’t advertise enough. Please don’t Cancel!!
Best drama on TV
Very good writing
Very interesting story
ABC–moron’s if they cancel this show
What could they possibly do that would be better—nothing !
This was my favorite new show and please tell them to get it back asap. The problem is
they didn’t advertise it enough as when I tell my friends about it they have never heard
of the show.
Please return the show.
Sandy Erickson