Do you watch Underground? The WGN America TV show only has a couple weeks left before the end of its second season, but should there be a third? What do you think? Should the series be cancelled or renewed?
The historical drama follows the heroes of the Underground Railroad who harnessed every bit of their wits, strength, and grit in order to escape slavery and live as free men and women. The cast includes Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Aldis Hodge, Jessica De Gouw, Alano Miller, Christopher Meloni, Marc Blucas, and Reed Diamond.
The chances of a third season for Underground are unclear. So far, season two has struggled in the ratings. Currently, it holds an average of 0.20 in the 18-49 demo and 594,000 viewers. For comparison, season one averaged a 0.32 rating in the 18-49 demo and 993,000 viewers. That’s a nearly 40% decrease in viewership from season one to two—not good news.
Additionally, Underground is WGN America’s only remaining scripted series. Recently, the network cancelled their other scripted drama, Outsiders, even though the show had higher ratings than Underground. This could mean WGN America is getting out of the scripted series business altogether.
What do you think? Are you a fan of Underground? Do you want a third season of this historical drama?
5/30/17 update: WGN America has cancelled this historical series. Details here.
I am a 63 year old retired teacher and I love this show. I think this is the best show on tv (period!). The acting, music, producing, messages, views from so many sides,and suspense is just breathtaking. Please keep this show alive!
Please, leave this show on. It is amazing
I loved seasons 1 & 2! The writing, acting ,music everything were great. They were competing against other good shows in that time slot. By all means keep this show or allow another network to pick it up! RENEW!!!!!
Love the show please continue the show
While not as good as season one, still very worthwhile viewing. I would love to see it renewed and then jump ahead in a few years to see how their offspring are doing in 20, 40 and 60 years from Emancipation.
Please, please renew Underground. this show is the best show on tv
Yes!!!! Keep it going!
Yes I love this show! Please keep it coming!
Yes, I agree, renew Underground.
love Underground! And I pray that it doesn’t get cancelled! Truly. Its the best show I’ve seen in a long time. But why does it cost so much to produce?
One of the best shows on TV! Love the music!
YES, Underground should absolutely be renewed!
RENEW INDEED
With all of the “senseless ” no thought required shows on TV.. That a series as great as the “Underground ” would be renewed without a second thought. I watched from the beginning.. Please continue this well written, acted, thought provoking show.
Please renew this show! Best show of alll time. I’m so hooked and having withdrawals now that it’s off 🙁