Ranking the Likelihood of ‘Blue Bloods,’ ‘CSI: Vegas’ & More Canceled Shows Being Saved
When it comes to television, fans have become all too aware of the painful reality of cancellations, but in recent years, cancellations aren’t always a means to an end.
In 2024, plenty of great titles have been canceled, leading to viewer outrage, but their support isn’t always enough as other factors also come into play. Sometimes the fate of a canceled show depends on studios, cast contracts, budgets, and more. Looking back on 2024 so far, titles like Blue Bloods, NCIS: Hawai’i, and Our Flag Means Death have stirred fan outrage over the announcement of their endings.
Whether they’ve completed their runs (as most below have ) or are steadily approaching their final episodes, we’re reflecting on some of the titles that have been canceled and where we think they stand when it comes to the possibility of renewal.
9. Station 19
The Shondaland series which has served as a spinoff to Grey’s Anatomy has concluded with its seventh season on ABC. Despite a strong love for this series from fans, the likelihood that it could find life elsewhere besides its current network is slim to none. At least there’s hope that some of Station 19‘s characters will continue to exist on Grey’s.
8. Superman & Lois
As The CW‘s scripted programming dwindles, particularly when it comes to superhero fare, the likelihood of Superman & Lois finding life there or on another network grows less likely each passing day.
7. So Help Me Todd
CBS pulled the plug on this fun series starring Skylar Astin and Marcia Gay Harden as a crime-solving mother-son duo, and while fans are upset about the cancellation, we don’t picture the network changing their mind; a report from Deadline confirmed as much, suggesting there is no second chance on the horizon. Plus, creator Scott Prendergast so very thoroughly detailed what would have happened next for TV Insider that it doesn’t seem likely.
6. NCIS: Hawai'i
This NCIS spinoff barely got started after just three seasons on the air. Emotions are still raw among fans, but Hawai’i was also mentioned in the same Deadline report, hinting no second chances are on the way, unfortunately.
5. CSI: Vegas
It was fun while it lasted, but CSI: Crime Scene Investigation‘s sequel has reached the end of the line. But fret not, because according to Deadline, another series within the CSI universe is still on the table.
4. Julia
Max‘s tasty drama about Julia Child (Sarah Lancashire) was certainly deserving of more than the two seasons it received, and while its future remains unclear at this time, its streaming roots are certainly helpful for its outlook.
3. Schmigadoon!
This musical series from Apple TV+ was unceremoniously canceled despite rave reviews and a strong fanbase. As time passes, chances of this series being saved get unlikelier, but showrunner Cinco Paul did reveal Season 3 had already been written, making it much more marketable but still in limbo.
2. Our Flag Means Death
This much-loved pirate rom-com following the love story of Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) and Blackbeard (Taika Waititi) certainly has a lot of fan love. Fans rallied a campaign shortly after its cancellation at the beginning of 2024, but their efforts have yet to yield results despite early talks with other platforms following Max’s axing. While showrunner David Jenkins hinted that the show reached the end of its line in an attempt to find a new home, we won’t turn our backs on OFMD quite yet.
1. Blue Bloods
CBS’s long-running police procedural starring Tom Selleck has garnered a massive fanbase over the years, so news that the show would end after its current 14th season left many unhappy. While a recent press conference revealed CBS has no plans to extend the show beyond its remaining episodes set to wrap this December, we know CBS isn’t afraid to change its mind as the network uncanceled S.W.A.T. this spring. Plus, with a full half season still to come in the fall, that gives the show (and its viewers) plenty of time to possibly convince the network.
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I sure hope that CBS will come to its senses!! Blue Bloods, NCIS Hawai’i and So Help Me Todd are great shows.
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I agree they are such good shows I look forward to them each week they need to be saved
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So Help Me Todd is such a good show. It has everything. It has a bit of comedy, detective work, a lawyer, a doctor, all in one family. (slightly dysfunctional)And of course, unanswered love.
Yet I guess there's not enough bachelor/bachelorette/roommate/etc. type material in it to satisfy some people.Those type of shows don't project a very good image of women.I thought we had become women to be respected.
I like comedy, mystery, suspense,classics and even silly.
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Agree with all that. Unfortunately, it sure looks like the new Matlock reboot with Kathy Bates is essentially replacing it, as Elsbeth's quick start made it an either/or choice with only one of the other two shows (w/ all three seemingly having a similar tone) surviving. It's a shame, with so many franchises dominating the CBS lineup (even an NCIS show is replacing another NCIS show), there aren't many spots open in their schedule for something fun that doesn't already have a built-in audience week to week.
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Elsbeth is not as good as so help me todd
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Elsbeth sucks. A Colombo wannabee played by a grown woman acting like a nerd.
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I think that CBS is trying to lose their audience base. So Help Me Todd is a very good show. It has comedy and drama, the
Interaction between Skylar Astin and Marcia Gay Harden is fantastic. This show has to be saved @sohelpmetodd.
Also we have to save NCIS Hawaii and CSI Vegas. CBS is crazy to be cancelling these three shows. Why can you not farm them out or stream them on Paramount or Netflix. I need Todd.
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I think the best thing to do is to no longer “invest” yourself in CBS. When one finds great shows like “so help me Todd, NCIS Hawaii, Blue Blood, etc and they cancel after 2-3 years. WTH CBS? I for one won’t invest my time in CBS anymore. Way to much good tv out there to give them a minute of my time anymore.
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Other than Blue Bloods I don't
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Love Blue Bloods and So help me Todd look forward to Friday nights please reconsider great shows please
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NCIS Hawaii is a great show! I cannot understand why CBS is canceling it. Their programing folks obviously don't listen to their viewers! I also enjoy So Help Me Todd!! Its a different show, a little mystery with a splash of comedy and then the family dynamic is so interesting. They are canceling 2 of my favorite shows!
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I think CBS is trying real hard to get rid of their fan base. I use to like fire country. Now, I think the whole story line in that show is taking a turn for the worst. I guess the idea that if something is going great, we must screw it up.
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I like Fire Country but it is becoming more if a soap opera.
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Is there some site to petition CBS not to cancel So Help Me Todd. I love that show. Finally something new, original and funny.
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On change.org there is a petition with over 15,000 signatures. Please sign
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CBS should have cancelled NCIS Sydney, NOT Hawaii. No chemistry. I have watched all of the NCIS series, but cannot buy into Sydney. Big mistake cancelling Hawaii!
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NCIS Sydney has no chemistry!!
Watched it once and that was it!!!
Big mistake canceling Hawaii & So Help Me Todd!!
Matlock reboot is a joke!!
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I think instead of repeats on Saturday night they could put So Help Me Todd and Ncis Hawaii on instead
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This is why more and more people are moving to streaming TV the networks don’t listen to their audience no more NCIS HAWAII and So help me Todd
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NCIS Hawaii is a much loved show in my neighborhood. Please don’t cancel this show.
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I love so help me Todd. In a world full of problems this really helps me unwind and and bring laughter when it's needed
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Please keep Blue Bloods, Swat, and NCIS Hawaii!! They are awesome shows!!!
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If they cancel Blue Bloods, I will never watch another CBS program ever
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I would love to see So Help Me Todd saved from cancellation. I can’t get enough of this show!!🤞
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After the recent cancelations I refuse to start watching any new shows as they we be canceled after a season or two. Ncis Hawaii and so help me todd cancelation was it for me. Thank you CBS I will look elsewhere for entertainment.....
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I am SOOO disappointed CBS is cancelling NCIS Hawaii! Absolutely one of our favourites. NCIS New Orleans was also a fave in our home and now it’s gone too. And then Blue Bloods.
What’s with these networks that are taking away top rated shows. So very disappointing. But they keep
Stupid shows with lovers on beautiful tropical islands who all need to grow up !!!! Doesn’t make sense.!
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They need to save Blue Bloods. The Best series. We all look forward to Friday nights with Blue Bloods! Quality Tv❤️
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CBS won't find another ratings tentpole like blue bloods for a very long time. The show revitalized Friday nights for the network, and it's cancellation should be re-evaluated. Unfortunately, after 14 seasons, new episodes aren't really needed for syndication or streaming. It's worth considering that with the conclusion of Young Sheldon CBS is loosing 2 top 10 shows. NCIS:Hawaii might be best positioned to pick up the Blue Bloods fan base and grow which can still happen in a third season.
CCBS currently has an embarrassment of riches, however, with new programs comes risk. Either Blue Bloods or Hawaii should be saved for mid season should a replacement be needed
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CBS…PLEASE DON’T cancel Bluebloods! It’s one of the best shows on t.v. today! My wife and I absolutely LOVE the show…the cast, the stories and production is great. As a longtime “LEO” myself, I can easily relate to the real life scenarios!
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They can't take NCIS Hawaii off I love that show Have they watched it at all?
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So Help me Todd was an awesome show !! Give it a chance !!
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Cancle everything except SO HELP ME TODD I LOVE THAT SHOW IT IS FUNNY AND WITH ALL THE CRAP THAT IS GOING ON IT IS A NICE SHOW TO WATCH
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I am not one of those people that wants to see who committed the crime at the beginining of a show and then watch the main character figure it out at the end. That's why I enjoyed So help me Todd . Along with the interaction between the characters, The comedy, and legal aspects it was a great show. On the other hand The character of Elsbeth may get boring very quickly After only 3 episodes her quirkiness Is very close to annoying. I hope CBS comes to the realization If they have canceled some very good shows. and the viewers are not happy!!
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What in the hell are those CBS execs doing because they are certainly not listening to the viewers by cancelling BLUE BLOODS. This is a very well written show with interesting characters who act as a family which is rare in this broken society that we are currently living in. How can those idiots at CBS cancel a consistently top rated show especially when the cast all agreed to pay cuts in order to give the people more seasons.
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After hearing the cancelation of NCIS Hawaii, Blue Bloods, and CSI Vagas. I will cancel my app that I pay for to watch these shows. Very sad.
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Why do they get rid of all the good shows. So Hrlp me Todd, Bob ❤️ Abashola, Station 19,The Good Doctor. It's a terrible call to shut down really good shows.
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why magnum PI is not on the list, we would like to know the reason. Magnum PI must be saved
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Magnum was cancelled two years ago by CBS and then NBC bought the rights back to air it but they cancelled it after one season also.
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but I don't see why NBC canceled it when it's a good show filled with love, peace, joy and solidarity, that's what I like about this series and we've been fighting for a year for its return. Either NBC reverses its decision or they'll lose. I still have hope that MagnumPI will be saved.
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I totally enjoy 'Blue Bloods'. It's the most down to earth American family oriented show on TV. American values, debates, family dinners that used to be and the overwhelming inside truths that face our Police department and Country today. So sorry it's on CBS, one of the most liberal media stations. Because Americans overwhelming support this shows contents maybe why they are canceling it. Heaven forbide American values, morals and backing the blue should be allowed to be celebrated. SHAME ON CBS. 😝😡�
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CBS is cutting it's nose off to spite it's face. All Blue Bloods fan's in the Unite States should protest outside of the CBS network in New York and Los Angeles. With placards to save Blue Blood and to keep it on Paramount plus from season 1 though to season 14. And all Blue Bloods fan's should boycott anything and everything advertised on the CBS network.
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Why would a GREAT show like Blue BLoods in the top 5 be canceled just because AMy states there needs change she needs FIRED to get the correct person in charge as she has it in for a great show hope a another channel picks it up & CBS goes down
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CBS has always been my favorite network to watch…until they started canceling my favorite shows!!! I loved Hawaii 5-0, and suddenly it’s gone!!! I LOVE BLUE- BLOODS, & S.W.A.T.. (they took away some good characters), and I just felt so very sad! What they don’t understand, or even care, is that fans like me get really attached to watching our favorite characters on TV!!! PLEASE keep Blue Bloods and S.W.AT!!!
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Hawaii 5 0 was cancelled because Alex O'Loughlin couldn't continue due to an ongoing physical injury. He is the one who ended it. Too bad. It was my favorite too.
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I am with you I love Blue Bloods & S.W.A.T they’re great shows
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Thank you for highlighting Our Flag Means Death! We haven't given up either! #SaveOFMD 🏳️🌈🏴☠️
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I loved this show. So disappointed it was dropped. Save this show!
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They would BETTER bring Our Flag Means Death back. I really think Max just refused to sell it, but they'll be forced to before long. They just keep cancelling great shows left and right!
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What?? So, Meaghan, you believe Blue Bloods, after FOURTEEN Seasons and getting a proper goodbye, could be uncancelled because CBS uncancelled SWAT, but you dismiss any thought of NCIS: Hawai'i being uncancelled? Please, make that make sense.And, again, please do some research and report the truth about why NCIS: Hawai'i was cancelled. Thank you.#SaveNCISHawaii
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So Help Me Todd!!!
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I love Blue Bloods and Station 19. I have watched every episode of both shows. I hope they will both stay on the air.
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I want to add that Magnum PI fans are still feeling blindsided by NBCs decision to cancel the show after only airing 10 episodes of Season 5 due to the Writers Strike. At least the head of CBS has outright said NCIS Hawaii isn't coming back. Despite numerous emails, phone calls and Times Square billboards, we having heard from the executives at NBC or the star Jay Hernandez about whether he would like to continue the show. Very disrespectful to the fans who are still fighting.
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They cancelled Todd and I hear they're coming up with another sad reboot with Matlock. I don't do reboots. I may just boycott CBS all year.
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Sad when shows you love ge canceled! NBC canceledThe Player TV show, starring Philip Winchester & Wesley Snips! Canceled just when the show started to get REAL good! I hate they didn't give this show the time to take off; bummer 😒
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So Help Me Todd is the best show on Tv besides Fire Country. Love them both!
Blue Bloods sucks
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OFMD will be saved or so help me God #SaveOFMD
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They need to understand that some good things must come to an end. People who are sad about Blue Bloods ending after season 14 need to get over it. Hey that's life. It's better to end now than later on down the road. Besides other shows need a chance to shine.
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I love Blue Bloods but it is time for it to end. Everyone is getting older. Pops looks like he is ready to move to home. Frank is way too old to still be Commish. It has been a tremendous series but all good things must come to an end.
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'Frank' is the one who decided it was time to quit the show.
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No he wasn’t—Tom Selleck wants it to go on.
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As you said. I saw #TomSelleck decided it was the end of the show for him. #BlueBloods still has great writers and fantastic story lines.
My thoughts:
Why can't Frank and Pop be murdered ? It would take a big name to replace Frank, but it is possible.
That's as far as I have thought it through though.
Well.......
Erin becomes Mayor who will be head butting the new Commish. While Jamie moves up the ladder.
I Have no idea about Danny. Ha
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