Last night marked the season finale of the Tyrant TV show on FX. The episode left things up in the air but will there be a second season to resolve them? Will the series be renewed or will it be cancelled instead?
Tyrant revolves around the youngest son of a dictator who returns to his war-torn country in the Middle-East with his American family. The drama’s cast includes Adam Rayner, Ashraf Barhom, Moran Atias, Jennifer Finnigan, Anne Winters, Noah Silver, Mehdi Dehbi, Fares Fares, Alice Krige, Salim Daw, and Justin Kirk.
The series debuted in late June to 2.1 million viewers and a 0.6 rating in the 18-49 demographic. The numbers took a significant tumble in week two but have gone up and down as new episodes have been unveiled. The 10 episode season ended up averaging 1.55 million viewers with a 0.6 rating (a 0.55 actually).
While Tyrant hasn’t been a big ratings success for FX, it has done relatively well. I suspect that Tyrant will be renewed — not so much on the strength of the show’s ratings but because several of FX’s other shows are doing so poorly.
The Americans was down 33% year-to-year in viewership, The Bridge is down 37%, and new shows Married, Partners, and You’re the Worst have all been ratings disasters. In addition, the venerable Justified series is ending soon after six seasons. FX needs new shows and right now, a series with acceptable ratings is likely looking like a success.
But, what do you think? Do you like Tyrant? Should FX renew the series for a second season or should it be cancelled instead?
UPDATE: Tyrant has been renewed for a second season on FX.
Love the show – keep it coming!
My wife and I really like the show and never miss an episode. Renew it.
Also, the show You’re the Worst is terrific. Didn’t think I’d like it and it is very crude, but the characters have really grown on me. I’m pulling gor Jimmy and Gretchen to make a go of it. Plus Aya Cash and Kether Donohue are very easy on the eyes. C’mon people, give it a chance.
FX –
Please continue the show! I rarely get into any series on any network, but I’ve been glued to Tyrant. I work when it premiers on FX, so I end up paying $3.99/episode via xBox360 and I am not one bit dissatisfied!
I would never have guessed that Jamal would order the death of his brother… Even he said it… That he showed Tarek mercy when he believed that he had been betrayed.
Keep it up FX!!! And BRING ON SEASON 2!!!
Please renew. My husband and I have really been enjoying this series.
Magical and rich images. Great story with good actors. Unexpected story lines with much potential. A very engrossing show that shouldn’t be cancelled
Very compelling! Please don’t cancel!
Dear FX, Producer & Director,
Please renew the show, my partner and I love the show and con’t wait to season 2!!!
Thank you for this show,
Best,
Gianni
Great show! Hope it returns.
The best show ever want to c more of it but without the gay things please and less sex part
This show is fantastic and should definitely be renewed.
Please renew! This is one of the best.
Renew great show
This was one of the Best!!! Please Renew!!!
This is an excellent show. We really enjoyed it and certainly hope it will return for another season. We have to know what happens to Basam
Dear Producers/Directors,and FX,
Please bring this show back! I ‘ve been behind the Scenes in Production for almost 19 years.Love this show and the writing.Also if you need another member of the team, I build Props, Set dress, and am also a Rigger.I have a Great Resume.Well you all have my information if I can be of Assistance.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Dimon Morris
S.P.I.Inc.
PS.Please bring this show “Tyrant” back!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!
Please, please renew it.
There are so many very weak shows getting renewed (eg Once Upon A Time ) I can’t understand when something with a bit more depth gets canned.
Critics say Barry’s role is lacklustre, but I think that’s part of the appeal.
He’s a ‘still waters run deep’ type.
I do hope it continues to some kind of resolution – if not, I will totally give up on new shows till I can see they will be completed.
This show is excellent. No need to cancel. I watched from the beginning and I haven’t missed a show. Could hardly wait each week to see what would happen next.