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?
I am very disappointed and confused as to why they would cancel such a great show, especially when the ratings are still good. I don’t think it’s time to end this show at all. There is still so much more they can do with these characters. I think it’s a shame and an insult to the loyal fans to cancel R & I. I hope whoever has had such a lapse in judgment, will come to their senses and realize how much people want this show to stick around. I wish another network would pick up the show and continue… Read more »
I’m severely disappointed inTNT, one of my favorite networks, for cancelling R&I. It was one of few shoes with a strong female partnership. I feel there was a lot more that could have been done with the show such as finally letting them have successful personal relationships and seeing how it affected their friendship and their jobs. After last seasons ending with a wedding I thought maybe R&I would re evaluate their life and see that a significant other and children would not be that bad. TNT is again being short sighted. Refresh the writing and keep going. You have… Read more »
one of the 2 best shows on TNT. I want it to be renewed!
no I don’t think they have reached their penicle yet. Good show I enjoy watching. I am getting tired of all these fake reality tv shows.
Very disappointed , few shows hv the balance of drama, great talent, and humor. Tv had very few shows a family can enjoy. Gifted writers could carry this turther,as ncis and other series have been able to pull off. You underestimated how a good tv series can help the spirit of an individual or family time.
When I saw this show was being canceled, I was in shock. Why would u take a show off that has great ratings, great, clean, fun,and great actors. I have really enjoyed this show so much.It just doesn’t make since..This show will be missed so much.
This is a great show with good acting and good humor, we love all the actors and actresses
I can’t believe this show is being cancelled what a great loss and we are truly disappointed !
Keep the Show on theAir!!!
I think that it is the dumbest thing that TNT could do, this show is funny, clean cut, interesting and I look forward to it every week. Heck, I even watch the re-runs to get my fill because it is just a great show that is enjoyable to watch. I really wish that you would not take it off the air, I will truly miss watching it! All of the actors on this show go so well together and they each play their part perfectly to the point of believability.
Why when u have a good show,and there are not very many, do u big time nets cancel it. Only to be replaced with another reality show. And they all suck.This show is really good, and enjoyable to watch. Please dont take it off.
I love Rizzoli and Isles .They play such great characters that really make the show work. Big mistake to let the show go. It has not come to it’s end There is so much more that could be done. I really feel the show has just hit the tip of the iceberg. Please rethink your decision.
I don’t understand why you would cancel a show when the ratings are good and the viewers love the show. It seems that would be the best reason for NOT cancelling the show. It’s great. They are the best team I have seen in any show. The whole thing just doesn’t make sense. I am very disappointed!!
I love the show I look forward to watching it every season it’s also funny as well.I wish it wasn’t being canceled .
I can’t believe they are cancelling the show. It is a great comedy drama show. There is great interaction with all the actors/actresses. It makes no sense why the network picks shows that have good ratings, to get rid of, and then put crappy shows on instead. I will definitely miss the show. Hope these actors/actresses end up in other shows!!
I really wish this show would not be cancelled. It was a very good overall show. Funny, serious, a full run of emotions with a wonderful cast. We loo forward to every season and now there will be nothing to look forward to. There aren’t many good shows on anymore but we child always count on rizzoli and isles.