Rizzoli & Isles is getting ready for its final season on TNT, but one star was open to the long-running series continuing on another network.
This is not out of the norm today. Hulu saved The Mindy Project after FOX cancelled it, and Unforgettable aired a fourth season on A&E after CBS axed the series for a second time.
Sasha Alexander spoke about the series cancellation in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. She said the following:
“It would have to depend on the deal and if it made sense or not. I’ve been working on Shameless for the past couple seasons as well so I’m looking forward to playing different roles but that doesn’t mean that I would have said no. I think it would just really have to depend on the situation because sometimes they move it to a [new] network but then they move you to Vancouver; it doesn’t mean that it would stay the way it is and just continue. This has been a really stellar job because it’s in L.A. and I have kids and so it’s really worked out in a very big way, but the interesting thing is also, you step into doing a pilot and they sign you for six years or seven years of your life and there are not many jobs like that. Even in the Army, you get to change barracks every two years. (Laughs.) To go that seven years is so rare and I think you have to enjoy it while its there and know when its time to move on. … At least we’re ending on an up. It’s really a bummer when you watch shows and they’re on for so long that you feel like they’ve exhausted every possible story you could ever tell, and I feel like that hasn’t happened to us.”
The seventh and final season of this series will air later this year. Were you surprised by the cancellation of this TNT series? Would you watch it on another network if the series moved? Tell us what you think.
I would watch the show still. I love it….I’ve got 5 seasons on dvd. It’s the only show i’ve watched from start to finish. Normally I get bored but I love everything about Rizzoli and Isles. Especially the humour. I wish it could be on a channel such as 5 usa though then I wouldn’t have to stream it or wait for it to come on dvd!
oh course I will watch the show no matter what channel will be.i love the show and everyone in it.
The show has gone so far downhill this past season and the ratings with it, why would another channel pick it up. The writing has been bad, they diminished the friendship which was the heart of the show, I say good riddance. Nash ruined a really fun show to watch.
yes! I would follow Rizzoli and Isles on any channel! They are so entertaining and make me laugh, smile and a feel good after each episode.
It would be AWESOME if it would be moved to a new network or different provider such as Hulu or Netflix. I’m a HUGE FAN and really hate to see Rizzoli & Isles end! I think there is so much more that can be done with the show! There’s so much talent in the two leading actresses, Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander, they could really do much more for the show! The supporting staff is also very good. My only complaint is the show runner and writing teams have no idea what kind of “BEST FRIEND” relationship Jane and Maura… Read more »
It is so refreshing to see a show that highlights strong, professional women. A program that deals with issues and yet has some very funny scenes. The main characters both family, friends and colleagues, who work together through good times and bad. Reflecting both laughter and tears. I am sorry to see this show come to a close, when these established characters have so many more stories to be told.
Yes i would watch the show on a different channel. I really like the show.
I would follow Rizzoli&Isles to any network and any time slot! There’s so many untold story lines yet to be told!
To bad. One of the few shows i enjoy watching. I hope it is picked up by another network.
So Very disappointed it is cancelled! Rissoli and Isles are a great team. They are so believable!!! Just wish this didn’t have to happen
We love this show and the ensemble cast. We enjoy the witty banter and dialogue. We would definitely watch it if renewed or moved to another channel. Please don’t “do a Longmire”
Please keep it going
It’s getting exhausting following a show you enjoy only to have it canceled! This is one great show among a bunch of crap tv. Why not get rid of the crap & keep a clean, entertaining show like Rizzoli & Isles! Please reconsider cancelling!
Would watch Rizzoli and Isles on another network. Great show sorry to hear last season is coming.
It’s a shame that Rizzoli & Isles is leaving after next season. This show is so good it could definitely run for 10 seasons, no problem so come on TNT,
give the fans what they want!