Though ABC didn’t have much luck with their Eastwick drama, the network is trying another kind of supernatural series, The Gates, for the summer months. Will this one make it to season two?
The Gates revolves around a big city cop who moves his family to a quiet gated community where many of the residents aren’t exactly what they appear to be. The ensemble cast includes Rhona Mitra, Colton Haynes, Frank Grillo, Janina Gavankar, Chandra West, Luke Mably, James Preston, Marisol Nichols, Skyler Samuels, Travis Caldwell, Victoria Platt, and Justin Miles.
The series debuted on Sunday, June 20th, to an unimpressive 1.5 rating in the 18-49 demographic and just 4.78 million viewers. Considering all of the network’s promotion, this was a disappointing start. The premiere ranked first in the demo and second in total viewers for the timeslot.
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In week two, viewership for The Gates dropped by about 30%. The demo fell to a 1.1 rating and total viewership came down to only 3.24 million. That put the show in second place in the demo and in third place for viewers.
Though ABC has lower expectations for this summer show, the ratings do not bode well for the show’s future on the network. Unless more people start watching, it’s hard to imagine that we’ll be seeing season two.
For now, let’s hope they show all 13 episodes of season one. The Gates is expected to run until September 19th but, with ratings like these, it’s not hard to imagine the network replacing them with something else.
What do you think? Is The Gates worth watching or would you just cancel it already? (Want to know how Scoundrels is doing? Go here.)
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Love the gates I watch it with my husband! How can we convince abc to keep it?
i love the gates. Great show.
love the show, really good cast, fun show to watch. Keep it!
The show started on the iffy side, but the past few weeks have been a lot of fun. Everyone’s secrets are coming out. I want to know what the female cop has in the box! I bet she’s a lich!
Absolutely love this show!!!! The characters are rich, diverse and mesmerizing. Claire and Dylon are my favourites…both dark and sensual, the chemistry with all the characters is very unique. ABC should DEFINITELY keep this show, each week I am glued to what’s going to happen next and can’t wait for the next episode.
most people watch shows on their computer not on cable or a home television. plus most do not watch from the networks website either. it is easier to watch on other websites that offer the programs without commercial interruptions. So how does ABC know that people are not watching it….
The show is so dramatic. Some of the men I know love to hate the catty woman. Personally, I love the show.
i love this show. it is the perfect blend of mystery and supernatural. and it just keeps getting better with each episode
At first I didn’t think I was going to get into The Gates. But with each passing week, I find myself wanting to know what the next week will bring. I definitely say keep it. Or at least give it a chance! It seems that these networks put on shows and after 5 or 6 shows, they cancel! Doesn’t give you a chance to voice an opinion.
KEEP THE GATES!!!!!
This show is wonderful, cannot wait till next week! ABC, you finally have a winner… bring on season 2
I think they should do another season. Folks did not like the first show, but more and more folks I talk to say once they watch it they are hooked. It seems the show is getting better and better and folks cannot wait to see what happens next. Go for season 2.
Love The Gates!!!! Second season a must!
I really like this show, it is fun and getting better with each episode, lets hope they give it a chance with the 13 not sure about the summer season if they will order a back 9. I think Luke Malby does a awsome job as a vampire. I would like to see this one play out and kick off the training wheels and really get rolling. Love those VAMPS!!!!
this show is really fun and getting better as the weeks past. rhona mitra was the hook for me. please, more on her character…..there are quite a few story lines that can never be resolved over the summer, so please bring this show back. are you listening abc?
Give me a break! It’s a great show.