TV Renewal Scorecard: What's Canceled? What's Renewed? - TV Fanatic

Here's a complete snapshot of the major U.S. broadcast network TV shows during the 2019-2020 season, showing which series were renewed or canceled as networks planned for the 2020-2021 season. Most fan favorites returned for new seasons, but several beloved shows ended or got the axe. You'll find the fates of dozens of major shows from ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, and The CW — with images and direct quotes from TV Fanatic's summary!

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1. Introduction: Wrapping Up the 2019-20 TV Season

As 2020 arrived, the traditional TV season drew to a close. Major U.S. networks began unveiling their big decisions: which shows to keep, which to end on their own terms, and which to cancel. TV Fanatic's roundup captured all these choices in one easy-to-reference guide.

"We'll be keeping this page up to date as networks make more decisions, so be sure to bookmark the page."

This guide is organized by network, making it easy to see the fate of your favorite series.

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2. ABC: Plenty of Renewals, Some Emotional Endings

ABC's biggest medical drama, The Good Doctor, was an immediate lock for another season:

"Renewed for Season 4!"

Long-standing hit Grey's Anatomy also returned — no surprise:

"Renewed for Season 17!"

Family comedies like The Conners, The Goldbergs, and black-ish were all invited back, though some sitcoms weren't so lucky; both Bless This Mess and Single Parents were canceled after only two seasons. Spin-offs like mixed-ish and A Million Little Things survived to see more episodes.

ABC also bid goodbye to fan favorites:

• Modern Family reached its planned end after 11 hilarious seasons.
• How to Get Away with Murder shocked fans by closing out after six seasons.
• Fresh Off the Boat finished up after six years of laughs.

"This comedy ended after a pre-planned 11th season."

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3. NBC: Big Renewals and Long-Running Favorites

NBC delivered three-season renewals to many heavyweights: Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, Chicago PD, Law & Order: SVU, and New Amsterdam — all coming back in a big way!

Comedy fans got good news too, as Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Superstore continued their runs. However, a few classics wrapped up:

• The Good Place ended with its planned four seasons.
• Will & Grace finished after a three-season revival.

"Ended after four seasons."

Other NBC updates included:

• Blindspot closed out its twisty story after five seasons.
• Sunnyside and Lincoln Rhyme didn't make the cut past their first seasons.

Notable renewals included musical favorite Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and mystery series Manifest.

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4. FOX: Animation Strong, New Series Falter

FOX doubled down on long-running animated comedies:

"Renewed. At this point, we've lost count of how many seasons the show has had." (on The Simpsons)

Other animated hits like Family Guy and Bob's Burgers stayed safe, as did procedural favorites like 9-1-1 and The Resident.

However, many new FOX shows failed to launch. Deputy, Outmatched, and Almost Family were all canceled after just a single season.

"Canceled after one season!"

Yet, spinoffs and new dramas like 9-1-1: Lone Star and Prodigal Son received renewals.

Empire concluded its dramatic run after six seasons, leaving a cultural mark.

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5. The CW: A Superhero Shuffle and Strong Continuity

It was a mixed, but generally positive bag for The CW. Nearly all its signature superhero and genre series were renewed:

• The Flash returned for Season 7.
• Riverdale, Legacies, and Nancy Drew also marched on.
• Batwoman got a second season — but without star Ruby Rose.

"Renewed for Season 2… without Ruby Rose."

But The CW also said goodbye to several icons:

• Arrow wrapped after eight seasons of launching the "Arrowverse".
• Supernatural concluded its epic 15-season journey, ending an era for fans.

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6. CBS: Mainstays March On, Some Surprises

CBS renewed nearly all its major procedurals, reinforcing its reputation as the "safe zone" for dramas:

• NCIS charged forward into Season 18.
• FBI, Blue Bloods, SWAT, and both NCIS: LA and NCIS: New Orleans were all renewed.

Comedies like Young Sheldon, Mom, and Bob Hearts Abishola continued.

Some shows did, however, wrap up or get cut:

• Criminal Minds finished after an amazing 15-season run.
• God Friended Me, Broke, and Carol's Second Act did not return.
• After 10 seasons, Hawaii Five-0 bid farewell.

"This hit procedural wrapped up after 15 seasons."

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7. Other Noteworthy Cancellations and Endings

Certain shows came to a close across different networks:

• Reef Break, The Baker and the Beauty, and Emergence (ABC): all canceled after one season.
• Bluff City Law and Perfect Harmony (NBC): also one-season wonders.
• Madam Secretary (CBS): ended after six seasons with a memorable farewell.

"Canceled after one season."

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8. Notable Trends and Surprises

• Multi-season renewals became a notable trend—with NBC leading the charge to solidify its lineup in advance.
• Many shows ended not due to poor performance, but as part of a planned wrapping up of stories, e.g., Modern Family, The Good Place, and Supernatural.
• Cancellations affected mostly new series or those with smaller followings, with network confidence in established brands.
• Fans were encouraged to stay tuned:

"Have a look at the renewal and cancellation decisions below, and hit the comments with your thoughts on them."

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9. Wrapping Up

The 2019-2020 TV season was marked by stability for most big franchises and cast changes, while newer or less successful series faced the chopping block. Whether your favorite survived or ended, one thing was for sure—TV Fanatic kept fans up-to-date every step of the way!

Bookmark this page and stay tuned for next season's surprises! 📺✨