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 think the issue is that this guy is interested in a different demographic than us. The new shows advertised are nothing I’d want to watch but are aimed at 20&30 somethings.
I loved this show and as many others have proven a great show can go on for many years. Law and Order proved that. This show was cancelled way to soon. This is as ridiculous as cancelling Mike and Molly because Molly lost weight.
I think it stinks that they cancelled the show it’s one of the better shows out there why would you do that there is nothing really to watch anymore thanks for nothing you just wiped out a frat show
I also think that cancelling this show is a mistake. My husband and I enjoy all the characters and the stories. We are really sorry to see it end !
Loved this show! Looked forward to watching my weekly fix! Very disappointed!
I don’t usually voice my opinion on TV Series’ cancellations however I am utterly disappointed that this wholesome, entertaining, warm, funny series is cancelled. Bring it back. You can add new story lines starting with the vacation in Paris and moving to Maura at the clinic, Jane at the FBI and Frank breaking in a new partner.
I too think it is a mistake- it’s getting to the point that I won’t even watch tv anymore too much junk on- tv has gone down hill again!! All these silly reality shows- no good family shows anymore. It’s a shame you fell this one has to go. it was entertaining which is what tv was meant to do.
loved your show, watched it from the very beginning until the end. best show on tv along with ncis. wishing all of you the best of luck and know you will be sorely missed. can you come up with another series??????
I just loved the show I am not ready for it to be over
One of the show on tv, that the whole family could watch as a family!!!! Wish you all good luck.
Of course, it makes perfect sense to take off one of the most popular shows on the network. NOT!!
Why take off a show that the whole family can watch. No bad language, no nude shots. There was drama, laughter, love of family and friends. The sarcastic remarks of every actor was so funny. Now you will probably stick a show in that spot that will either have all the bad language and etc, or it will be another Zombie series. TNT is going down hill.
I don’t understand why you think the show had run its course. There could have been so many more adventures for Rizzoli and Isles. I like million others loved this show.and I agree, I hope down the line you bring it back. It was to me the best show and all the actors truelly was a family.looked forward to Monday nights…
I love this show….I don’t want it ended!
I CAN’T BELIEVE YOU CANCELED RIZZOLI & ISLES AND LEFT MAJOR CRIMES ON. OH SO WRONG