At the TCA press tour this morning, CW PresidentMark Pedowitzannounced that the network would be renewing seven of its current series. None are a huge surprise – the DC superhero lineup ofThe Flash,Arrow,Legends of Tomorrow, andSupergirlcontinue to bring in some of the biggest ratings for The CW, while Pedowitz has long voiced his support about critical darlingsCrazy Ex-GirlfriendandJane the Virgin, despite their low numbers. AndSupernatural, well, it’s immortal.
That does leave in doubt, however, the fate of the network’s two new fall shows,FrequencyandNo Tomorrow. While both have their own fanbases, they haven’t caught on with viewers or critics like the aforementioned shows (although I stuck withNo Tomorrowand have ended up being a pretty big fan. It’ll be disappointed if it doesn’t return!)
Pedowitz said of the renewals,
“Over the past several seasons, The CW has built a schedule of proven performers, from our lineup of DC superheroes, to critically acclaimed comedies, to sci-fi dramas. Early pickups of these seven series now allow our producers to plan ahead for next season, and gives us a solid base to build on for next season, with original scripted series to roll out all year long.”
No premiere dates for these new seasons have been announced, but there are also a few other midseason series waiting on pickups, includingThe Originals,The 100,iZombie, and newcomerRiverdale. Speaking of those midseason shows, The CW has changed up its schedule for its winter premieres, and if you aren’t caught up with it you may check it outhere.
In the meantime, if you’re a fan of one of the chosen seven, rejoice! ButFrequencyandNo Tomorrowfans, are you nervous about the fate of these shows? Let us know in the comments.
