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Because of Season 2's Poor Ratings...

posted 8 years ago by jlance-37510
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Is there going to be a season 3?

The first season did pretty good. But since the writers and producers brought too many weird changes to the cast and story, the ratings have not been so good, at least compared to the first season. Even I'm finding it a chore to watch now.

So is there a possibility that the show might get canned? Can it survive with poor ratings? There are only 3 episodes left this season.

[–] Ekaruce 8 years ago

Seems unlikely it'll be getting another season.

[–] jlance-37510 8 years ago

Well, I liked the first season. I don't understand the reason for all the changes in the second season though. They have introduced several new characters but they're uninteresting and it seems forced.

[–] Evangelion217 8 years ago

It got renewed.

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[–] warrenf_peace 8 years ago

Yeah. Although killig Moss/ Fake Jace was a stupid idea.

[–] artdogg50 8 years ago

What are the ratings for like the last two shows? In the past, Syfy wasn't exactly known for their patience with low ratings shows. The apear to be more patient now. 12 Monkey's did have great ratings either yet they renewed it last year.

[–] jlance-37510 8 years ago

They have lost 30% to 40% of their audience from the first season.

http://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/dark-matter-season-one-ratings-37133/
http://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/dark-matter-season-two-ratings/

12 Monkeys? I guess they don't have anything better to replace it with.

[–] blust2 8 years ago

Still watchable but I prefer season 1.

This tells all show runners that, if it is not broken, don't try to fix.

[–] sinandpunishment 8 years ago

I agree. I keep hoping they will bring One/Jace back. I wonder why they killed him off so early. I keep hoping they killed a clone of him.

[–] DebLovesBeccy 8 years ago

I wonder why they killed him off so early.

I think it was because his character wasn't very popular. A lot of people didn't like him during the first season and I always found him to be kinda dull even though I didn't hate him so when they were looking to kill off a member of the cast to make an impact they chose the least popular one. I am happy they chose him and not Six 'cause I think Six is a better character and has more to offer.

I doubt it will be the last we will see of One/Jace though and I am pretty sure we will find out who killed his Wife.

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[–] bab7410 8 years ago

I highly doubt that, Joe Mallozzi has stated a few times, he already had plans on where this story would go prior to making tv production out of it. In addition, the comments (social media feedback, cons) on his death have indicated the audience was disappointed, if anything by it. And as we know, he had been 'resurrected' of sorts at least the once thus far.

[–] dogstar-12 8 years ago

Well, I hope so because I want to see them stay with space-based sci-fi - but if they do cancel it, there's just a chance that future show writers will realise you can't fill a show with superwomen, make the men basically redundant, and not expect a backlash in the form of lower ratings.

[–] lamont-hard 8 years ago

I have said it before, we can expect them to tone down the "ALL MEN ARE STUPID" comments, I'm sure they got the message. For even the reminder of this season I bet the material written in that tone will be edited out.

[–] stbarabas 8 years ago

Highly unlikely, They finished filming this season months ago.

[–] javadude54-678-767188 8 years ago

I hope the viewing habits of whiny little men's rights crybabies isn't a factor in whether or not a good show is renewed or canceled.

[–] wtdk123 8 years ago

It's been renewed. http://deadline.com/2016/09/killjoys-dark-matter-renewed-third-season-syfy-1201812120/

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[–] randyraysadberry 8 years ago

Thanks for the info, love this show... Episode last night "abt android" great stuff, Randy Out!

[–] bab7410 8 years ago

Yeah, what fresh nonsense is THIS? Aww... me poor narcissistic guy, woman too strong, <grunt>. Woman weak, inferior, and just sex object <grunt>.

Yes, let's have Two just serve as sexbot, or kitchen maid, sandwich server. Goood ideas, bravo, that's the best some 'dude' can come up with. Why are they even wasting our time by informing us they're still somehow interested in watching this show?? If you're that stupid, I mean, we're not going to help you figure out how you can switch the channel or grow some ba*ls.

[–] joelreitzloff 8 years ago

its been garbage since s01e01, where've you been
its typical syfy chan garbage

[–] jlance-37510 8 years ago

Honestly, season one I found quite enjoyable. The character dynamic was terrific, the whole amnesia story was really cool. The characters upon discovering who they really were, dangerous criminals and mercenaries, were quite disturbed. They were only learning to work together as a team and there was One who was not really like the rest and kind of the moral compass of the team. And we could see that slowly they were changing their ways and becoming the good guys. And I found that story, the events and the characters really unique.

Again, this may only be my opinion. But the ratings were also pretty good too.

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[–] Harry_Wild 8 years ago

I' am bing watch Dark Matters and season two is better then one! It gets a lot more interesting and the conspiracy is beginning to be fill in along with how their society works and who is controlling it!

[–] bab7410 8 years ago

I agree, it is getting more complex and surprising twists have taken place (character deaths that are unusual for beloved scifi shows, well, unless you're in Farscape...sigh).

I hope they find some way to bring back Marc Bendavid though, he had great chemistry... with Three! With everyone, actually...

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[–] El_Drewsterino 8 years ago

Picked up for season 3, it's on IMDB's front page news on the TV tab.

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[–] alvyne 8 years ago

According to the show's sreator, the ratings are really good internationally

https://tvgeektalk.com/.../dark-matter-advance-preview-take-the-shot-photos-video

[–] alvyne 8 years ago

According to the show's sreator, the ratings are really good internationally

http://www.enstarz.com/articles/172254/20160901/dark-matter-syfy-raza-crew-snags-third-season-eps-preview-next-chapter-video.htm

[–] Orangeguy 8 years ago

Both Dark Matter and Killjoys are renewed: http://variety.com/2016/tv/news/dark-matter-season-3-killjoys-renewed-syfy-1201850184/
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