CBS Cancels Six Shows Ahead of 2025-2026 Season
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There’s disappointment across TV fandoms as CBS cancels six shows before the start of the 2025-2026 season. Whether you loved gripping crime dramas or fresh comedies, there’s a chance one of your favorites got the axe.
The full list includes:
- Blue Bloods
- S.W.A.T.
- FBI: Most Wanted
- FBI: International
- Poppa’s House
- The Summit
Ratings Down, Cancellations Up | CBS Show Cancellations
One of the most surprising moves was the cancellation of Blue Bloods, which wrapped after 14 seasons despite consistently strong viewership. In fact, Blue Bloods ranked 9th in the Top 100 Shows of 2023-2024, a fact highlighted by series star Tom Selleck, who voiced his frustration to TVInsider.
“My frustration is the show was always taken for granted because it performed from the get-go,” Selleck said.
S.W.A.T., another long-running procedural, ends after 8 seasons, while FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International conclude after 6 and 4 seasons, respectively.
‘Poppa’s House’ and ‘The Summit’ End After One Season | CBS Axed Shows
Poppa’s House, led by real-life father-son duo Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr., didn’t make it past its debut season. The sitcom, which aired during the 2024-2025 TV season, was reportedly CBS’ least-watched scripted series, according to TVLine.
Wayans responded to the cancellation with heartfelt appreciation on Instagram:
“Though Poppa’s House is coming to a close, I’m walking away with deep gratitude, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable memories.”
Meanwhile, The Summit, a reality competition format, also wrapped after one season. Despite high production value and early fan interest, the show struggled to maintain steady ratings.
What’s Staying on CBS?
While fans say goodbye to these six shows, several others have secured renewals for the 2025-2026 CBS season, including:
- Fire Country
- Ghosts
- Matlock
- NCIS
- NCIS: Sydney
- NCIS: Origins
- Tracker
These returning titles signal CBS’ ongoing commitment to blending drama, comedy, and global storytelling, with newer series like Tracker seeing strong digital engagement and multi-platform success.
Why This Matters: Inclusivity & Viewer Loyalty
The cancellations reflect broader trends in network television: shrinking primetime slots, streaming competition, and tighter budgets. However, fans often feel excluded from decisions that impact long-running series they’ve emotionally invested in.
CBS’ decisions, while strategic, also underscore the value of inclusive storytelling, diverse casting, and audience loyalty — all of which played a major role in the success of shows like Blue Bloods and S.W.A.T.
Final Thoughts: A Shift in Primetime Priorities
Whether you’re mourning FBI: International or already looking forward to more NCIS, the news that CBS cancels six shows serves as a clear signal: networks are evolving, and viewer habits are driving those changes.
The key moving forward? Stronger stories, smarter programming, and platforms that value long-term fan connections. | TVLine on CBS Ratings | TVInsider Interview with Tom Selleck
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