I was taken aback when I learned that Night Court’s Season 3 finale aired on May 6th, leaving fans like me in a state of disbelief. To my disappointment, NBC didn’t hesitate long before announcing their decision regarding the show’s future. And now, it’s official: NBC has chosen not to renew Night Court for Season 4.
The project gained a tremendous amount of free publicity from various media outlets, received two Academy Award nominations, and faced criticism from the Trump administration.
Episode 2, titled “Through the Valley,” aired on April 20, 2025. In a remarkably faithful recreation of the source video game, Joel encounters an ambush right outside Jackson, Wyoming. This attack catches him off guard, resulting in his abrupt and shocking demise in a rapid and intense sequence.
The network confirmed on Friday that it has secured additional seasons of shows such as “American Idol”, “America’s Funniest Home Videos”, “Celebrity Jeopardy!”, “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune”, and “Shark Tank” for the upcoming season. These join previously renewed shows like “Dancing With the Stars” and “The Bachelorette” in the 2025-26 lineup. Additionally, “Bachelor in Paradise”, “Celebrity Family Feud”, a new version of “Match Game” hosted by Martin Short, “Press Your Luck”, and “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” are scheduled for summer broadcasts.
This initiative establishes a $100 million fund exclusively for funding independent films and boosts rewards for companies that frequently shoot movies within the state. It also incorporates minor adjustments to address ongoing issues with the program, such as delays in credit distribution and limitations on expenses like executive salaries, which are not immediately eligible for tax rebate.