Every year, the networks put out what they call the “upfronts,” where they announce the shows coming back in the fall and shows that got cancelled. I’m not going to give you an exhaustive list of all the canned and renewed shows because, let’s be honest, half of them are boring anyway. I dug out the shows that we really care about and found out their status!
So here you have it, a condensed list of your favorite shows coming back and, sadly, a few that got canned. Some of what goes was completely expected. Some, well, let’s just say I cried for a moment. Then again, some of what was renewed made me cry a little too! Hopefully your favorite shows made the list and are returning in the fall!
Shows Canceled in 2015
First, the bad news. Then again, for some of these shows, maybe it’s good news! I hope none of your favorite shows are on this list!
- Constantine (NBC)- again, any show based on a movie with Keanu Reeves in it? Chanceless. Also, Constantine wasn’t the most lovable comic book character of all time.
- The Following (Fox)- you shouldn’t have been watching this one anyway, but if you were, it’s over. Thank goodness, because it started out awesome. Then it just got weird.
- Glee(Fox)- I wept tears of joy when I saw that Glee got canned! Tears of joy! Does this mean they have an opening to bring back Firefly now?
- The Messengers (CW)- Not a surprise. I watched the first episode, then lost interest. I only watched the first one because the Supernatural cast promoted it on their Twitter stream. Thanks a lot for the cruddy recommendation, boys!
- The Millers (CBS)
- The Mindy Project (Fox)- I’m a little surprised that this got canceled, it was such a funny show.
- One Big Happy (NBC)
- Parenthood (NBC)- We saw this coming and thankfully got plenty of closure, so while it’s sad, I’ve made peace with it.
- Revenge (ABC)- another one we saw coming and got closure for. I’ll miss Emily/Amanda’s vengeful ways, but I’m at peace.
- Selfie (ABC)- makes sense in so many ways
- Two and a Half Men (CBS)- about time!
- Utopia (Fox)- I’m not really a fan of reality shows, so to me, this is one down, way too many to go.
- Weird Loners (Fox)- huh? Must have been really weird loners, because I never even heard of it!
Favorite Shows Coming Back in 2015
- 2 Broke Girls (CBS)
- The 100 (CW)- YES! One of my favorites! Although I wish Clark and Bellamy would get together already, or that they’d stop killing everyone.
- American Idol (Fox)- I personally don’t like it, but I included it because I know a lot of you do.
- Arrow(CW)- Will Oliver and Felicity’s peace last? Doubtful!
- Beauty and the Beast (CW)- I’m starting to question this one, because it was supposed to come back on May 21, but it’s not in my listings.
- The Big Bang Theory(CBS)- I’m pretty sure this has been renewed for like the next century!
- Dancing with the Stars (ABC)- Eh, not my thing, but if you love it, I’m happy for you!
- The Flash (CW)
- Fresh off the Boat (ABC)
- Gotham (Fox)
- Grimm (NBC)- So, anyone up for Nick and Adalind?
- iZombie (CW)
- Jane the Virgin(CW)
- Marvel’s Agent Carter (ABC)
- Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D (ABC)
- The Middle (ABC)
- Modern Family (ABC)
- Mom (CBS)
- New Girl (Fox)
- Once Upon a Time (ABC)- Why can’t someone just say “Rumpelstiltskin” three times and be done with it?
- The Originals (CW)
- The Simpsons (Fox)- guys, this has been on since I was in high school and will probably be on when your own kids are in high school!
- Reign (CW)
- Sleepy Hollow (Fox)- I heard they’re going back to a story of the week theme, rather than an ongoing drama theme.
- Supernatural (CW)- Have to wait until tonight’s season finale to see what kind of sarcastic or smarty pants response I can come up with. Still mad at them for recommending Messengers.
- Survivor (CBS)- I cried. Seriously? Isn’t it time to take these survivors off life support?
- The Vampire Diaries (CW)
So there you have it, a very shortened list of what I personally think are the important upfront announcements regarding favorite shows coming back and going. Stay tuned for an update of what’s new this fall!
So, are your favorite shows coming back or did they get cut? Did I miss any of your favorites that you want to know about? Talk to us in the comments!
I actually liked Glee! I’ll be sad to see it go.
As long as the Walking Dead comes back, I will be happy! I love that show.
You made my day! My favorite show is coming back on – The Middle!
I actually loved Secrets & Lies this season and hope it got renewed and hated Last Man On Earth and hope it got canceled. I will always cherish Survivor.
I am happy that some of my favorites are coming back. I also heard that Forever is not… 🙁 So sad!!! Thanks for the list.
Yikes, I haven’t even seen 10% of those shows! I’m glad Modern Family is still on though!
I heard that The Mindy Project got picked up by Netflix as a continuing series. Might just be a rumor though!
I am a Netflix fan! 🙂 A lot of those are some of my favorite shows!
My 16 year old is always looking for great shows to watch. Thanks so much for sharing your list 🙂
I totally agree about The Following – it started out great and then it got way too crazy for me. I’ve already said my goodbyes to that weirdness. I feel the same about Revenge – great start, then went the way of a mixed-up soap opera. My favorite show is The Good Wife and it’s coming back.
I’m really sad about the Mindy Project, but I hear it’s coming to Hulu .I actually watched Weird Loners and thought it was funny .
I too enjoy watching Big Bang everyday, and am happy that it will at least be on for a few more years.
Such a bummer when shows you become attached too get discontinued. Hard to get dedicated to a show when you know that happens.
I’ve seen a few of these shows. I mostly just watch whatever is on my list on Netflix though 🙂
I don’t get to watch a lot of TV. I mostly watch the real housewives of any city.
Not much of a television seties watcher me…Netflix is where my TV time is spent but I’m sure fans of these returning shows will be happy!
I haven’t even had the chance to watch Constatine yet and it’s already been cancelled? Lol. At least Gotham is still here to stay! Thanks for the info!
My favorites are coming back for the most part. The one new show I liked is not – Battle Creek. 🙁
I am sad the Following and Revenge has come to and end. However, I am looking forward to ONCE.
Wow! Love some of the comeback shows! Awesome!
I loved Selfie – and enjoyed Constantine (there’s talk it may be bought) I thought Messengers was interesting – and 100 was getting, well not as good as it started out –
Like most of the ones coming back except the comedies
Great post 🙂 Thanks for the update