As we move towards autumn, television networks are preparing for their new seasons, leaving old shows as distant memories. However, for fans, those fading remnants stir feelings of loss, as they remember cherished series that were either canceled or concluded. For instance, the cancellation of “Blue Bloods” by CBS in November 2023 still evokes strong emotions among viewers, even with the promise of Donnie Wahlberg’s spinoff “Boston Blue” slated for 2025. Yet, these new ratings don’t seem to bring much solace.
For much of its 14-season tenure on CBS, “Blue Bloods” was known as one of the most-watched scripted programs. However, it’s important to note that while it was widely watched, its ratings among viewers aged 18-49 were considerably lower than other shows. Yet, the stable viewership of this Friday night drama was frequently cited as a reason behind CBS’s controversial decision to cancel it. TVLine’s season breakdown for 2024-2025 lends credence to this perspective and sets up an astonishing comparison that highlights the range of network choices.
Compared to other scripted TV series in terms of overall audience, the show “Blue Bloods” concluded its broadcast with a viewership ranking of fourth. It was outranked by three CBS dramas: “FBI”, which quickly gained popularity, the legendary “Matlock”, and the second season of “Tracker”, which topped the list. Shows like “Sunday Night Football”, “MNF” and “60 Minutes” had even higher weekly averages. Here’s a breakdown of its weekly viewership:
- Blue Bloods’ Average Viewership: 7.9 million
Although that number on its own doesn’t reach the impressive ratings levels of Blue Bloods in previous years, it seems plausible to infer that CBS decided to renew Blue Bloods instead of canceling it. However, here’s an interesting point to ponder: Fox renewed all of their animated comedy series, and the collective audience for these six shows is still smaller than the viewership for Blue Bloods. Let’s take a closer look at the numbers.
- Universal Basic Guys – 1.79 million viewers +
- The Simpsons – 1.5 million +
- Bob’s Burgers – 1.2 million +
- Family Guy – 926,000 +
- Krapopolis – 566,000 +
- Grimsburg – 505,000 +
- FOX ANIMATION TOTAL = 6.48 million
It’s important to understand that comparing a live-action drama in its 14th season to an animated series is like comparing apples to oranges, as they have vastly different costs, production processes, and network expectations. While I can see why such a comparison might be perplexing, it’s crucial to acknowledge the significant differences between the two formats.
I’d like to make it clear: please don’t ever stop airing “Bob’s Burgers”, not even if they create a “Boston Bob” spin-off.
Currently, enthusiasts can merely anticipate Tom Selleck’s character, Frank Reagan, and others joining Donnie Wahlberg’s Danny for family gatherings when the series Boston Blue debuts on CBS’ autumn schedule. In the meantime, all 14 seasons are accessible through a Paramount+ subscription.
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2025-06-05 18:08