As renewal information is introduced for exhibits such because the One Chicago franchise, Grey’s Anatomy and the 9-1-1 lineup, there are nonetheless a number of bubble collection which are on the surface wanting in.
Below are eight primetime dramas whose lack of an official renewal (or cancellation) is trigger for concern as they await phrase on their futures. And proving that nobody is protected, the record contains a number of of TV’s greatest hits.
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Brilliant Minds (NBC)
BRILLIANT MINDS — “10 Minutes ” Episode 211 — Pictured: (l-r) Tamberla Perry as Dr. Carol Pierce, Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf — (Photo by: Pief Weyman/NBC)
In February, NBC pulled the struggling medical drama from the schedule, changing it with The Voice: Battle of Champions. The collection will resume with its closing six episodes of Season 2 on Wednesday, May 27, at 8/7c, however the truth that the community yanked the present and is burning it off later within the season (after NBC publicizes its fall schedule) doesn’t bode effectively for its possibilities of scoring a renewal.
The Hunting Party (NBC)
THE HUNTING PARTY — “Jenna Wells” Episode 110 — Pictured: Melissa Roxburgh as Rebecca ‘Bex’ Henderson — (Photo by: James Dittiger/NBC)
After scoring a considerably stunning Season 2 pickup final May, the NBC drama is at the moment quietly airing Thursdays at 10/9c to little buzz. The launch of Season 1 on Netflix has additionally failed to offer the present’s present run a rankings bump.
Law & Order and Law & Order: SVU (NBC)
LAW & ORDER — “Play with Fire Pt. 1” Episode 24019 — Pictured: (l-r) Reid Scott as Detective Vincent Riley, Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)
Is the venerable franchise actually at risk of cancellation? Probably not. Then once more, the Organized Crime spinoff received shipped off to Peacock and remains to be in limbo after its fifth season, so something is feasible. And if we needed to decide one present that’s extra susceptible than the opposite, it could be the unique L&O. But like with the One Chicago empire, the delay in an official pickup is probably going attributable to contract and price range negotiations, so don’t be stunned if the eventual renewals include some cost-cutting measures like lowered episodic appearances for forged members.
Murder in a Small Town (Fox)
MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN: L-R: Kristin Kreuk and Rossif Sutherland within the “Acts of Murder” Season Two premiere episode of MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN airing Tuesday, Sept. 23 (8:00-9:00PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Kailey Schwerman/ FOX.
When Soaps.com spoke with showrunner Ian Weir following the Season 2 finale final December, he was feeling constructive about the show’s renewal odds. “Well, I’m an optimistic guy. I’m hoping like heck that the show is renewed. I think the show has more legs,” he mentioned. “I’ve been really thrilled by the response from the audience this season. I think the show has grown over Season 1 in the ways that we really hoped it would grow. The numbers have continued to grow in a way that’s really heartening to us.” But Fox has but to formally announce whether it is choosing up the crime drama co-production for a 3rd season, making it the lone scripted drama on the community that’s nonetheless in limbo.
R.J. Decker (ABC)
R.J. DECKER – “In Vanity Veritas” – R.J. finds himself on the middle of a suburban housewife homicide thriller. Catherine worries that R.J. is getting too near Emi. TUESDAY, MARCH 24 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/John Merrick) SCOTT SPEEDMAN
Scott Speedman’s P.I. drama solely simply premiered on March 3, so ABC is probably going holding off on making a call in regards to the present’s future till it has a clearer image of the collection’ efficiency. Should Decker get axed, Speedman can all the time return to Grey’s Anatomy on a extra common foundation (if his character, Nick, survives the final two episodes of the season).
The Rookie (ABC)
THE ROOKIE – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD be a part of forces on a covert sting operation to guard Bailey, whereas Wesley and Angela face tensions of their marriage when his marketing campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) NATHAN FILLION
The stalwart cop drama, which returned for Season 8 in January, remains to be a strong sufficient performer that the community is eyeing a possible spinoff, The Rookie: North, starring Jay Ellis. That mentioned, star Melissa O’Neil sparked concern amongst viewers when she marked the top of filming on The Rookie’s present season with this ominous Instagram message: “One of the wild elements of this business is that nothing is ever certain. Nothing promised is a guarantee.” Plus, the older the present, the costlier it will get, so even when ABC doesn’t cancel the collection, it might lower its episode rely or trim the forged.
Will Trent (ABC)
WILL TRENT – “I Hear It Now, I Was Good” – Will grows anxious over the whereabouts of his uncle, drawing emotional assist from Angie. Meanwhile, the homicide of a famed conductor, discovered with cryptic musical clues, pulls Ormewood, Faith and Franklin into the world of the Atlanta Symphony. TUESDAY, MARCH 24 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Wilford Harewood) RAMÓN RODRIGUEZ
Like most of ABC’s midseason exhibits (The Rookie, R.J. Decker), Will Trent remains to be awaiting renewal, with simply 4 episodes left to air this season. Given that it’s one of many few broadcast dramas to hook viewers and get some crucial acclaim, a Season 5 pickup does appear doubtless.
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