FRINGE Renewed for Fifth and Final Season
Fringe will be able to hit 100 episodes! THR reports that the cult show has been picked up for a fifth and final season by Fox. The renewal deal is for 13 episodes, which is a critical syndication threshold for the series' studio, Warner Bros. TV.
Fox Chief Kevin Reilly had this to say about the decision:
Fringe is a remarkably creative series that has set the bar as one of television’s most imaginative dramas. Bringing it back for a final 13 allows us to provide the climactic conclusion that its passionate and loyal fans deserve. The amazing work the producers, writers and the incredibly talented cast and crew have delivered the last four seasons has literally been out of this world. Although the end is bittersweet, it’s going to be a very exciting final chapter.
Showrunners Jeff Pinkner and J.H. Wyman had this to say about the news:
This pickup means the world (both of them) to us, because we love sharing these stories with our enthusiastic fans. On behalf of the cast and crew, we applaud our fans and Fox for allowing us to imagine the impossibilities together for so long. Season five is going to be a conclusive thrill ride for all of us.
The series has had a number of lows this season in the advertiser-coveted 18-49 demo (0.9). It's currently staying at 3 million viewers, according to Nielsen. Despite low ratings, the show is a huge hit with the fans, and has received critical and awards support, including two Emmy nominations in technical categories.
I have to admit that I tuned out in the third season, and I am not interested in returning for the final season. I am happy that the show will be able to make it to the milestone. Have you stuck with the show from the beginnning?
I have to admit that I tuned out in the third season, and I am not interested in returning for the final season. I am happy that the show will be able to make it to the milestone. Have you stuck with the show from the beginnning?