After months of cutting back on the network, a CW chief executive is sharing insights into why only four shows survived after repeated cancellations. Originally owned by CBS and Warner Bros./WarnerMedia, The CW was acquired by Nexstar in late 2022, while Paramount Universal and Warner Bros. Discovery retains only 12.5% ownership stake. The acquisition resulted in widespread cuts across the network, including cancellations Batwoman, Charm, Dynasty, Legacy And winneret cetera.
After recently confirming the fate of several shows, pack Chat with CW Entertainment President Brad Schwartz to discuss the various cuts. The network CEO explained why in the end only four of the shows outperformed the others in delivering planned and future episode endings, citing the number of shows. Their streaming is enough to sustain the show, and their co-production with other studios is economically viable. Check out Schwartz’s explanation below:
“Homecoming” and “All American” make up the majority of our streaming. Those shows are monsters. It’s easy for us to focus on these four because they’re our biggest shows and best performers. And then it’s also easier to talk to CBS and Warner about “How can we make these shows relevant to everyone?” Because the achievement of success. CBS and Warner Bros. know their international sales and what they make from Netflix and HBO sales. We know how they do things for us. They can predict a library of 60 or 70 episodes will take them forever. You could put all the math together and ask, “Is there a way for us to be partners?” Those four gigs? We can do it.
Which shows survived the CW cut and their potential future
As of this writing, the only four shows on The CW that are still alive after the ongoing cut are superman and louis, the whole of Americaits derivative All of America: Homecoming and a group led by Jared Padalecki walker restart. As DC’s only action and crime series since the end of Arrowverse, the sports drama will return for a sixth season and a third season spin-off. One big problem with these renewals is that the cast is cut and the order of episodes is shortened. .
While the network cuts may initially be the reason for later show tweaks, the ongoing strike by the Writers Guild of America is sure to be another setback for the show that remains. of the CW. The CW went on with the 2023-24 season, but another obstacle that schedule faces is a possible strike by SAG-AFTRA. If Show Guild starts picking up their production after the July 12 negotiation deadline, that could make it harder for the remaining four shows to return to screens.
While the lengthy production cycle and release delay may be a negative for the rest of The CW’s shows, it could also be a blessing in their future. superman and louis The third season ended with the suspense of Superman’s Man of Steel and the battle of Doom, and that ending alone is enough to keep viewers waiting, let alone a sequel. All America, All America: Homecoming And walker.
Source: TheWrap