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?
Stupid move. Everything else sucks except for major crimes. I loved Legends too! What a pity! Wont be watching much of TNT anymore
I think canceling Rizzoli and Isles is one of the stupidest decisions that could have been made. I really enjoy this show. I also was looking forward to season two of Agent X. Rizzoli and Isles is the only show on TNT that I watch. It was also Agent X. So with this decision TNT has lost a viewer. I hope they are happy, because there will be many more I am sure.
I think it is terrible that Rizzoli and Isles is being cancelled! It is probably the best show on TNT. I have watched this series from the beginning and feel like I am losing family members. What’s to watch now? Very bad decision!!
Stupid move. Your ending a good show.
I have liked this so from start to now and I never thought I would have to say goodbye. This is the best of the best. I wish it would never leave, but all good things must come to an end. I guess I will have to find another channel to watch, there is always NCIS. and the other new shows coming on cable channel 9. So to the cast of Rizzoli & Isles best wishes,
I think this would be a great opportunity for a spin off all the characters are intriguing. I’m sure I’m not alone in saying that we would love to see that happen.
I am depressed that the good shows are pulled from the air. Why? Please reconsider. I don’t see anything except Major Crimes on your channel to watch. .I guess I will be watching other channels from now on.
It’s just typical, new guy running the place, needs to show that they are the boss. Boss yes, idiot yes, enough said.
you have to be brain dead to cancel this show both me and my wife love it
My favorite show. I have seen the coming attractions for TNT’s new shows and I won’t be watching any of them.
Why not cancel the stupid shows instead. Comedies that aren’t even funny.why not cancel that idiotic show major crimes it’s not a show that has any kind of plot and even the characters are idiots.rethink the cancelation of Rizzoli &Isles great show story line and characters. This show kept you wanting more . Very very disappointed that this show canceled. Maybe someone will come to their senses and bring this show back.
Love this show! Great chemistry between all the characters and strong story lines in every single episode! I am very sad to see this show end. It is definitely one of my favorites.
I’ve watch this show from the start. It is one of my daily shows to watch. If it’s not on the air I watch recorded ones. They work so well together and this makes a great family show for my home. It broke my heart to hear they were leaving. You get a good program on then y’all pull it and leave us hanging with crap to watch…. Thanks for that. It’s down to almost nothing on the air to sit and watch as a family. Monday nights was grab your food and drinks cause it time for our show.… Read more »
I no the feeling the good shows that have meaning and good sense they take away and leave us with the stupid stuff that has no meaning or not everyone can watch
Sad, sad, sad!! This show is a great show. The show shows strong family values and team work. No one took full credit for anything, but rather inspired team work. With all the reality junk on, this was a truly enjoyable show. You know, the baby boomers actually buy things and watch TV, but the good shows we enjoy are being cancelled left and right. Don’t be surprised when we surf right by your channel for something enjoyable to watch.
I love the chemistry between the two ladies. I have always liked shows like this, but I know things have to end, I just don’t like it, hope Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander do something else very quick, they are great in anything I’ve seen them in, sorry to see it leave. I liked all the players in this show and I will miss it. Thanks for a great show!