When AMC cancelled The Killing after two seasons on the air, it was reported that Fox TV Studio planned to shop the TV series to other outlets. It now appears that they’ve indeed been busy and both Netflix and DirecTV have expressed interest.
According to TVLine, meetings are still ongoing and people close to the show “feel hopeful” that something can be worked out. Other prospective buyers, including Amazon, have yet to have their discussions with Fox. The article notes that having Mireille Enos and Joel Kinnaman on-board is a big asset since both actors have become much better known since they signed on for the pilot.
In a pre-cancellation interview, Kinnaman said that he believed that there were lots of opportunities for new stories. He noted, “We’ve invested a lot in these characters and want to see how they continue their journey… I feel like Linden and Holder [are] just [getting] started.”
While there may be plenty of stories left to tell, one has to wonder if the audience for this show is still big enough to justify the production costs. Many expressed disappointment that the Rosie Larsen murder case wasn’t solved at the end of season one and chose to skip season two. The sophomore season drew just 1.58 million total viewers, a year-to-year decline of 27% from the first year.
What do you think? Would you like to see a third season of The Killing? Do you think the numbers justify the TV series being saved?
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37 Comments on "The Killing: Season Three Being Shopped"
One of the best cop series on the air. Just like Southland. Gritty and great acting.
You guys always have to have the hot chick detective or something to think a show is good. This show was one of the best. A lot of shows viewer results are bogus because most people like me record them on a dvr and watch them at a later date so I can breeze through all the commericals. Think about season three A lot of viewers will be happy instead of having to watch some other trash show
Great Show! I loved this show and the characters. Looked forward to every week’s episode! Bring it back – YES!
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“The Killing” is a thinking person’s show. The characters are believable, the plot twists and turns compel a person to pay attention and the writers play fair, as long as one doesn’t blink. “The Killing” is one of my favorite shows, and I would really be disappointed if it is not picked up.
the killing is best show ever! please renew it.
I was very upset to find out that AMC cancelled The Killing. I absolutely love the show and have high hopes that someone will pick it up. Please bring back The Killing!
I would love to see a third season! Doing one mystery a season would be a great show and give the show time to explore the back history of Holder and Linden. Plus I loved the ambience of Seattle (or Vancouver) 🙂 I hope this give this show a chance, do some marketing and get season 3 underway!
Such a smart show, emotional and compelling! One of my favorite shows ever. So much better for the brain than the horrible reality shows that just never stop coming.
Please, please, please bring The Killing back!!!! One of my favorites, loved the twists and turns. I hope the original cast members can stay on as well. Please find them a home.
I watched both seasons and loved it…besides the character Holder is sexy!
season 3 please!
I adored every episode of The Killing. I especially loved the dynamic b/w Holder and Linden and really hope the show gets a third season!
Terrific story/writing/actors….don’t let this one go!
Most shows are so PREDICTABLE that I lose interest within ten minutes. Not The Killing…never predictable and always interesting. Too bad a great show like this was canceled.
Why do most people assume it has to continue with Rosie’s murder? It could still include most of the characters with a new murder mystery. It could happen around the same area with Holder and Linden as the detectives. It could include most of the same actors and make room for new ones. It could even involve Rosie’s parents, etc., who would be involved as helpful victims, because they live in the area and have just experienced the murder of their daughter. What a shame to let go of the chemistry of Holder and Linden!!!!