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.
I find the show poorly written, the harsh treatment of women in the Middle East is not accurately portrayed. Much of action has to be taken with a grain of salt, there is no Islamic country on Earth that permits female citizens the degree of freedom that Tyrant depicts. A fairy tale without substance, it is too bad because it could be so much better. Poor writing is the problem and I fear without a complete overhaul in the writing staff it is hopeless.
Please renew this superb show. It’s a well written, intelligent drama with and great cast. FX, keep in mind there are many of that do not fall into the 18-49 demographics who love the show.
Yes I love this show. Second season is a must.
Yesssssssssssssss second season please
This show is so well written it’s addictive! I have all my co-workers at Homeland Security watching it. I believe the story is fast paced and un-predictable. It would be a true shame if they didn’t bring this back! GREAT Show!
Love this show. ITs different & better than any show out there please renew. I’m hooked
Tyrant is a very good series!! Our household totally wants it renewed!!!
We really enjoyed Tyrant! PLEASE renew second season!
Please renew. Looked forward to Tuesday night. This is one of a very few shows my wife and I watch together.
My husband and I love Tyrant. We hope there will be a 2nd season. It is very interesting and will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire show. We want a 2nd season!!!!!
I really liked it so far and actually feel bad that FX still decides either continue or cancel. Please start shouting second part
Both my wife and I like the series. It is brutal and more realistic as to today’s middle east history. Would like very much to see it continued for another season. The cast of characters is well picked and the acting is superb. Just a great series. Eric Craver
Love the show tyrant please don’t cancel and leave all of us viewers hanging not knowing if Jamal kills his brother
My very favorite show on television. Feel as if I am going through a withdrawal since the finale. Awaiting next season.
My husband likes the show – and I find it interesting, but brutal. Attractive may be the idea of the U.S. Brother running the country – but that would take the good guy vs. bad guy scenario out of it – and some of the tension that goes with the current story line.
Thank you! Ursula Huber Rea