CBS Cancelled Shows: Fan Reactions and Facts

Cbs Cancelled Shows

Here are some fried facts (fun, surprising, or little-known tidbits) about CBS cancelled shows that might spark your interest:

1. Jericho (2006–2008) – The Nuttiest Fan Campaign

After CBS cancelled Jericho (a post-apocalyptic drama) due to low ratings, fans sent 20 tons of peanuts to the network’s offices! Why peanuts? The show’s finale had a character defiantly say, 'Nuts!'—a reference to a historic WWII response.

The campaign worked—sort of. CBS renewed it for a second season (just 7 episodes) before axing it again.

2. Moonlight (2007–2008) – Vampire Drama with Bite

This vampire detective show was cancelled after one season, sparking outrage among fans.

Reruns later aired on CBS’s sister network, The CW, where it found a bigger audience—but it was too late for a revival.

3. The Unicorn (2019–2021) – A Short-Lived Hit

Despite solid ratings, this Walton Goggins-led comedy was axed after two seasons—reportedly because CBS wanted to prioritize new shows over moderately successful ones.

4. SWAT (2017–2023) – Cancelled… Then Uncancelled… Then Cancelled Again!

In 2023, CBS announced SWAT would end with Season 6… but after backlash, they reversed the decision and renewed it for a final Season 7.

Even Shemar Moore (who stars as Hondo) went on an emotional rant about the initial cancellation!

5. Limitless (2015–2016) – A Bradley Cooper Cameo Couldn’t Save It

Based on the 2011 movie (Limitless), this show even had Bradley Cooper reprise his role in a few episodes.

Despite decent reviews, CBS dropped it after one season, leaving fans on a cliffhanger.

6. 2 Broke Girls (2011–2017) – A Ratings Hit… Until It Wasn’t

This raunchy sitcom was a consistent ratings winner for CBS, but after six seasons, the network pulled the plug—reportedly due to rising production costs and declining ad revenue.

7. CSI: Cyber (2015–2016) – The Weakest CSI Link

Despite the CSI franchise’s success, this cybercrime spinoff (starring Patricia Arquette) was axed after two seasons due to poor reviews and ratings.

8. Superior Donuts (2017–2018) – A Rare CBS Flop

Unlike most CBS sitcoms, this one struggled in ratings and was cancelled after two seasons—despite starring Judd Hirsch (Taxi, Independence Day).

9. Zoo (2015–2017) – Animals Gone Wild… Then Gone

Based on James Patterson’s novel, this show about animals turning against humans was a summer hit… until Season 3’s dramatic drop in viewers led to cancellation.

10. Medium (2005–2011) – Switched Networks, Then Axed

After 7 seasons, CBS cancelled Medium… but NBC picked it up for two more seasons before ending it for good.

Why Does CBS Cancel Shows?

CBS is known for procedurals and multi-cam sitcoms—if a show doesn’t fit the mold or dips in ratings, it’s often cut quickly.

They also prioritize older-skewing audiences, so younger-targeted shows (Limitless, Moonlight) sometimes struggle.

Would you revive any of these? 🎬🔥

CBS Cancelled Shows: Fan Reactions and Facts

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