The TV Ratings for it were solid. So why was it canceled?

That's right. No matter how good the ratings are , shows like these are typically cancelled do to budget. The shows budget was high already due to the futureistic FX of the show. To top it off, you have a top motion picture actor as the star, and ultimately will want more money. Game Of Thrones is a multi million bugedted show which is why there are only 10 episodes a season, and was threaded of cancellation because of the high expense of the FX. It survived however but mainly because how huge HBO is.

It seems like such a waste to me, they lay out all the $$ to initially start the show (building sets, effects, etc.), and then cancel after one or 2 seasons...even shows that have a decent rating aren't immune. Like this one.

They're (these networks) cutting their own throats because it just doesn't seem worth it to invest your time & interest in a show anymore, when you know they're holding the axe right around the corner.

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