As another season of television begins, we look back at last season’s casualties that didn’t last long enough to make an impact.
“Second Chance”
You probably don’t remember Fox’s sci-fi drama because it had two other titles before it even made it to air – “Frankenstein Code” and “Lookinglass.”
“Truth Be Told”
Another victim of the title change curse, this Mark Paul Gosselaar comedy couldn’t find an audience as “Truth Be Told” or “People Are Talking.”
“Houdini and Doyle”
That’s right, for a short while, Fox aired a show about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle teaming up with Harry Houdini to solve crime.
“The Player”
It was supposed to be Wesley Snipes‘ big return to acting, but instead it fizzled out, got its episode order cut, and was basically the first canceled show of the 2015 season.
“The Family”
Joan Allen‘s missing son returned after a years-ago disappearance – but is he who he says he is? Unfortunately, no one really bothered to find out.
“Bordertown”
It’s the one that’s not “The Simpsons” or “Family Guy” or “Bob’s Burgers” and it was axed pretty quickly.
“Angel From Hell”
This could have been Jane Lynch’s big show after “Glee,” but alas, it was not, and was pulled from the schedule after just a few episodes.
“Containment”
CW audiences didn’t seem very interested in going along with a more mature drama than the network’s usual teen and superhero dramas.
“Game of Silence”
Despite a clever attempt to get “Game of” at the begin of its title, this remake of a Turkish series came and went without much fanfare.
“Cooper Barrett’s Guide to Surviving Life”
This sitcom about 20-something friends didn’t exactly become the new “New Girl.”
“Crowded”
NBC’s been having trouble finding new comedies for years, so you’re excused if you forgot all about “Crowded.”
“Blood and Oil”
Nate Archibald moved to North Dakota to become an oil tycoon and nobody even noticed.
“Best Time Ever”
Remember that time Neil Patrick Harris hosted a live primetime variety show? Anyone?
“Wicked City”
I’ll give you $15 if you can tell me what this Ed Westwick midseason drama was about.
“Heartbeat”
Whether it was “Heartbreaker” or “Heartbeat,” this Melissa George-led medical drama never found a pulse.
