Recently, we reported that TNT had cancelled Rizzoli & Isles. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, TNT chief Kevin Reilly discussed why he’s ending the popular procedural.
Rizzoli & Isles is currently in the middle of its sixth season and will end after a short seventh season this summer.
Speaking the Hollywood Reporter at the TCA winter press tour, Reilly said he pulled the plug on Rizzoli & Isles because the series has run its course:
If I came in and said, year two of Rizzoli & Isles, we’re pulling the plug on it, I would have probably gotten some [feedback]. They have not said no to me on anything and I don’t think they would have said no, but I think they would have gone like, ‘Really?! You want to do that?’ And, honestly, that would have been a stupid move. I’ve got a show that people love, that’s performed really well, why would I do that? Coming to the end of a seven-year run, it’s an easier decision. Everybody involved, from producers to talent, are like, ‘It’s been a good run. We’re going to be one of a couple cable shows that has made it to that 100-plus [episode] number. There have been very few cable shows that have made that many episodes. So let’s go out when we’re strong and not limp.'”
For years, Rizzoli & Isles has been one of TNT’s flagship series, bringing in good ratings and an average of around four million viewers per episode in season six so far. The series’ cancellation seems to be part of Reilly’s larger revamping of both TNT and TBS as networks with acclaimed original material.
Rizzoli & Isles is just the latest dumpee for TNT. In December, three of the network’s dramas were cancelled—Legends, Public Morals, and Agent X.
What do you think? Are you a fan of Rizzoli & Isles? Do you think it’s time the series end?
The chemistry between the cast members is fantastic and the storylines havr always been interesting. Viewers apparently make the mistake of reaching a comfort zone with such entertaining shows; therefore, it’s quite painful when you pull the plug. We will certainly miss this cast! I just dread thinkinh about the replacement. …hope it’s not some reality show or yet more comic book wonders.
I follow and love the show, don’t want to see it canceled, but if the stars want to call it a day it’s ok. Get another vehicle so I can continue to see my girls on the small screen every week. I know whatever they choose they will be excellent in!
I love Rizzoli & Isles! Can’t believe they are cancelling it. I never understand leaving a series when it’s popular since there’s no guarantee your replacement will be as well received. This was definitely a series I looked forward to all the time. I guess someone should send a memo to NCIS that you shouldn’t keep a popular series going.
Just more proof that the networks are run by intellectual midgets! It is complete doom for any series that might be geared to anyone other than the lowest common denominator. I guess I will just watch less and read more!
I still think they could have carried on unless of course the stars don’t want too, I just love Bruce he is so nice and kind looking. All I need now is for CriminalMinds to go hope not as all my other favourites have ended, Stalker, Without Trace and Cold Case. I love the American Dramas now I’m stuck with English ugh!
This is one of the best!!! why dump it when so many people like it??? Dumb move on TNT’s part. It proves the top really do not care about the wants on the fans.
Why do you always cancel the good shows we love? I think I am going to stop watching TV.
Total fan. Look forward to watching. Change the time slot if necessary. Also heard it’s because the two main characters do no get along.
Es stimmt also. Was hat der Mann sich dabei gedacht? Warum immer die Sendungen, die authentisch sind? Hoffentlich denkt er mal richtig darüber nach. Ich hoffe das es doch noch weitergeht!!!!!!!!!!!
I can’t believe ya’ll cancelled the show. It is not time to end it. It’s one of the best show since SVU. There are not many good shows out there they’re all reality shows I am so tired of them. Please please bring back Rizzoli & Isles
I love Rizzoli and Isles….the entire cast is excellent…how sad when one idiot man thinks the show has run its course, new idea, keep the show, dump,the boss.
I love Tess gerritsons books and I loved TNT for bringing her characters to life I think you are making a big, big big mistake.
What a bunch of morons…Rizzoli and Isles has definitely NOT run it’s course. Such strong female lead roles played by really talented actresses and the rest of the cast were wonderful too. Add in great, well written stories, this show had many more years to be played out. Oh TNT, you so blew it.
Absolutely not. I love that show and all of its actors. It is a fabulous show set I Boston. I am very sorry to see it gone. As I was sorry to see perception be pulled. Tent boss doesn’t have a clue.
So disappointed. Detective shows have so many different avenues they could explore, they could go on for several more years!!!!