Airing on Monday nights, NBC’s The Island TV show is all about survival — but will this new series survive the ratings race? Should it be cancelled or renewed for a second season?
Hosted by Bear Grylls, The Island features 14 American men as they try to survive on a deserted island without the luxuries — or even the basics — of contemporary everyday life. Unlike other reality shows, there are no prizes, no eliminations, no winners, and no camera teams. Everything viewers see has been filmed by the men themselves.
The series debuted on May 25th to a 1.2 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 3.75 million viewers. In week two, the numbers fell slightly, to a 1.1 rating with 3.65 million. In week three, the numbers held steady. The series has been averaging a 1.13 in the demo with 3.67 million.
The ratings for The Island haven’t been very good, especially when compared to lead-in American Ninja Warrior — which is averaging 1.97 in the demo with 6.57 million viewers. On the positive side, it seems to have a devoted (albeit small) audience because the numbers have remained pretty consistent.
Based on the ratings, it doesn’t look like NBC has any reason to renew The Island for a second season. However, it’s not inconceivable that they could bring it back for another short run next summer.
But, what do you think? Would you watch a second season? Should NBC cancel or renew The Island for season two?
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37 Comments on "The Island: Cancel or Keep the NBC Survival Series?"
Renew!
Yes, renew it. Loved it!
Renew the show. It was actually a good show and most of those guys had a true life changing experience
It’s good, but I think the British version over here is much better – even though it’s still produced by Bear Grylls. I’d still watch it though – good show
When is it going to be on again I’ve been waiting but the past two weeks reruns.
The season finished awhile ago.
Cancel it because it’s boring.
I’m liking the show….. I hope it stays
The Island is what the world should be like. Bringing individuals together under uncertain conditions and growing as one. This show should run for ever, but it want. The world wants people to be judged and kick off shows. The audience demands and winner and loser, such a waste. I love The Island.
Definitely Keep The Island on!!
I enjoy the show BUT killing the pig was way over board. When will these shows learn? Dont kill chickens and pigs. Eat bugs. Catch fish. Eat fruit. Shame on u.
They are trying to survive. Get a grip. Do you eat any proteins or are you vegetarian.
keep it
Keep it.
KEEP IT!!!
Keep it!!!
I like the show. I would love to see Bear jump in toward the end and stay with the final survivors a night or two and teach them things they may not ever learn otherwise. I would look foward to that!