It’s the end of The Wonder Years. ABC has canceled the comedy series — a reboot of the 1988 show of the same name — after a two-season run, Deadline reports. The latest version of The Wonder Years is a coming-of-age story following a Black middle-class family living in 1960s-era Montgomery, Alabama, through the point of view of 12-year-old Dean (Elisha “Ej” Williams). “With the wisdom of his adult years, Dean’s hopeful and humorous recollections show how his family found their ‘wonder years’ in a turbulent time,” ABC added in a logline for the series, which was narrated by Don Cheadle as an older version of the protagonist. Created by Saladin K. Patterson, The Wonder Years also starred Dulé Hill and Saycon Sengbloh as Bill and Lillian Williams, Dean’s parents, and Laura Kariuki as Kim, his sister. Amari O’Neil, Julian Lerner, and Milan Ray played friends of Dean’s — portraying Cory,...
- 9/16/2023
- TV Insider
We have some bad TV news to share this Saturday morning.
The Wonder Years has been canceled at ABC, Deadline reports.
The news comes a month after the series wrapped up its second season on the network.
Canceling a series without a pre-planned conclusion is difficult for the cast, crew, and fans, but it's been clear ABC has been considering a future without the series for some time.
Despite soft ratings, The Wonder Years scored a renewal for Season 2 last year and was set to premiere at midseason.
However, the network pushed it to the fall, keeping the show off the air for over a year.
Summer scripted shows were once widespread on the broadcast networks, but nowadays, shows are sent there to burn off produced episodes.
The Wonder Years Season 2 averaged 1.8 million viewers and a 0.21 rating across ten episodes, down 50% in the demo vs. the freshman season.
Slippage was expected,...
The Wonder Years has been canceled at ABC, Deadline reports.
The news comes a month after the series wrapped up its second season on the network.
Canceling a series without a pre-planned conclusion is difficult for the cast, crew, and fans, but it's been clear ABC has been considering a future without the series for some time.
Despite soft ratings, The Wonder Years scored a renewal for Season 2 last year and was set to premiere at midseason.
However, the network pushed it to the fall, keeping the show off the air for over a year.
Summer scripted shows were once widespread on the broadcast networks, but nowadays, shows are sent there to burn off produced episodes.
The Wonder Years Season 2 averaged 1.8 million viewers and a 0.21 rating across ten episodes, down 50% in the demo vs. the freshman season.
Slippage was expected,...
- 9/16/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Dean Williams' journey won't continue for a third season. The Wonder Years has been cancelled by ABC. The second season of ten episodes finished airing a month ago.
A coming-of-age comedy series, The Wonder Years TV show was inspired by the original 1988 series. This incarnation stars Don Cheadle, Elisha "Ej" Williams, Dule Hill, Saycon Sengbloh, Laura Kariuki, Julian Lerner, Amari O'Neil, and Milan Ray. Guests in season two include Patti Labelle, Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson, and Bradley Whitford. Set in the late 1960s, the series takes a nostalgic look at the Williams family -- Black middle-class residents of Montgomery, Alabama. The story is told through the point of view of Dean (Williams), the imaginative 12-year-old son of Bill (Hill) and Lillian Williams (Sengbloh), and the younger brother of Kim (Kariuki). Dean’s friends...
A coming-of-age comedy series, The Wonder Years TV show was inspired by the original 1988 series. This incarnation stars Don Cheadle, Elisha "Ej" Williams, Dule Hill, Saycon Sengbloh, Laura Kariuki, Julian Lerner, Amari O'Neil, and Milan Ray. Guests in season two include Patti Labelle, Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson, and Bradley Whitford. Set in the late 1960s, the series takes a nostalgic look at the Williams family -- Black middle-class residents of Montgomery, Alabama. The story is told through the point of view of Dean (Williams), the imaginative 12-year-old son of Bill (Hill) and Lillian Williams (Sengbloh), and the younger brother of Kim (Kariuki). Dean’s friends...
- 9/16/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
“The Wonder Years” has been canceled at ABC after two seasons, Variety has confirmed.
Based on the 1988 series of the same name, the reimagined show followed a Black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama, through the point of view of imaginative 12-year-old Dean. As he looks back on his childhood with the wisdom of his adult years, Dean’s hopeful and humorous recollections show how his family found their “wonder years” during the late 1960s.
Don Cheadle, narrated the series as adult Dean Williams. He was joined among the cast by Elisha “Ej” Williams as Dean Williams, Dulé Hill as Bill Williams, Saycon Sengbloh as Lillian Williams, Laura Kariuki as Kim Williams, Julian Lerner as Brad Hitman, Amari O’Neil as Cory Long and Milan Ray as Keisa Clemmons.
“The Wonder Years” joins “Big Sky,” “Alaska Daily” and “The Company You Keep” among the list of ABC’s canceled scripted series this year.
Based on the 1988 series of the same name, the reimagined show followed a Black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama, through the point of view of imaginative 12-year-old Dean. As he looks back on his childhood with the wisdom of his adult years, Dean’s hopeful and humorous recollections show how his family found their “wonder years” during the late 1960s.
Don Cheadle, narrated the series as adult Dean Williams. He was joined among the cast by Elisha “Ej” Williams as Dean Williams, Dulé Hill as Bill Williams, Saycon Sengbloh as Lillian Williams, Laura Kariuki as Kim Williams, Julian Lerner as Brad Hitman, Amari O’Neil as Cory Long and Milan Ray as Keisa Clemmons.
“The Wonder Years” joins “Big Sky,” “Alaska Daily” and “The Company You Keep” among the list of ABC’s canceled scripted series this year.
- 9/16/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: ABC has opted not to proceed with a third season of The Wonder Years. The news comes a month after the reboot of the classic coming-of-age comedy wrapped its Season 2 run on the network.
Originally slated for a midseason return, The Wonder Years‘ second season was pushed to summer, hinting at the show’s potential fate as summer has traditionally been used as a destination for broadcast scripted series that have either been canceled or are likely to be.
The Wonder Years ranks as the lowest-rated and least watched ABC series this summer, behind the network’s unscripted slate. It also would rank last among ABC’s series that aired during the 2022-23 season.
There are no renewal decisions on ABC bubble series The Rookie: Feds and Home Economics and a pickup one on The Good Lawyer pilot. As Deadline reported last month, their fates remain in limbo amid...
Originally slated for a midseason return, The Wonder Years‘ second season was pushed to summer, hinting at the show’s potential fate as summer has traditionally been used as a destination for broadcast scripted series that have either been canceled or are likely to be.
The Wonder Years ranks as the lowest-rated and least watched ABC series this summer, behind the network’s unscripted slate. It also would rank last among ABC’s series that aired during the 2022-23 season.
There are no renewal decisions on ABC bubble series The Rookie: Feds and Home Economics and a pickup one on The Good Lawyer pilot. As Deadline reported last month, their fates remain in limbo amid...
- 9/16/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The Wonder Years fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 2 Episode 2 episode titled Forbidden Fruit!
Find out everything you need to know about the Forbidden Fruit episode of The Wonder Years, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
The Wonder Years Forbidden Fruit Season 2 Episode 2 Preview
In this episode, Dean finds himself torn between his secret relationship with Keisa and his friendship with Broderick. As he grapples with conflicting emotions and the weight of his choices, he turns to Jackie, Lilian’s infamous sister, for advice. Prepare for poignant moments and heartfelt conversations as Dean navigates the complexities of young love, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness.
Meanwhile, Jackie, known for her wild ways, experiences a significant turning point in her life after her latest run-in with the law. Determined to make a change, she decides to turn over a new leaf,...
Find out everything you need to know about the Forbidden Fruit episode of The Wonder Years, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
The Wonder Years Forbidden Fruit Season 2 Episode 2 Preview
In this episode, Dean finds himself torn between his secret relationship with Keisa and his friendship with Broderick. As he grapples with conflicting emotions and the weight of his choices, he turns to Jackie, Lilian’s infamous sister, for advice. Prepare for poignant moments and heartfelt conversations as Dean navigates the complexities of young love, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness.
Meanwhile, Jackie, known for her wild ways, experiences a significant turning point in her life after her latest run-in with the law. Determined to make a change, she decides to turn over a new leaf,...
- 6/7/2023
- by News
- TV Regular
The Wonder Years fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 2 Episode 1 episode titled One Small Step!
Find out everything you need to know about the One Small Step episode of The Wonder Years, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
The Wonder Years One Small Step Season 2 Episode 1 Preview
In this captivating installment, Dean and Bill find themselves stepping into new walks of life as they explore the bustling city of New York. From the vibrant sights of Times Square to the eclectic neighborhoods, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration. Prepare for moments of awe, inspiration, and personal growth as they navigate the vibrant streets and encounter new experiences.
Meanwhile, in Montgomery, Lilian’s infamous sister, Jackie, makes a memorable visit, adding a new layer of excitement to their small-town lives. Jackie’s...
Find out everything you need to know about the One Small Step episode of The Wonder Years, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
The Wonder Years One Small Step Season 2 Episode 1 Preview
In this captivating installment, Dean and Bill find themselves stepping into new walks of life as they explore the bustling city of New York. From the vibrant sights of Times Square to the eclectic neighborhoods, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration. Prepare for moments of awe, inspiration, and personal growth as they navigate the vibrant streets and encounter new experiences.
Meanwhile, in Montgomery, Lilian’s infamous sister, Jackie, makes a memorable visit, adding a new layer of excitement to their small-town lives. Jackie’s...
- 6/7/2023
- by News
- TV Regular
ABC has pushed the second season premiere of comedy series The Wonder Years to summer 2023. The network says a specific premiere date will be announced at a later time.
The comedy, which had originally been slated to return in midseason, wasn’t included in ABC’s midseason schedule released earlier today.
Although it will be awhile before we see a second season, ABC announced additional guest casting. In addition to previously announced Patti Labelle, Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson and Bradley Whitford are among the actors set for guest-starring roles.
Inspired by the 1988 series of the same name, The Wonder Years is an original coming-of-age comedy that tells the story of the Williams family during the late 1960s. The series is narrated through the point of view of imaginative 12-year-old Dean, as he navigates growing up in a Black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama, and the friendship,...
The comedy, which had originally been slated to return in midseason, wasn’t included in ABC’s midseason schedule released earlier today.
Although it will be awhile before we see a second season, ABC announced additional guest casting. In addition to previously announced Patti Labelle, Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson and Bradley Whitford are among the actors set for guest-starring roles.
Inspired by the 1988 series of the same name, The Wonder Years is an original coming-of-age comedy that tells the story of the Williams family during the late 1960s. The series is narrated through the point of view of imaginative 12-year-old Dean, as he navigates growing up in a Black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama, and the friendship,...
- 11/7/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
ABC is shifting the sophomore season of “The Wonder Years” to the summer. The comedy, which had originally been announced to return in midseason, wasn’t included in ABC’s midseason.
Instead, new sitcom “Not Dead Yet” is filling the one available slot on Wednesday’s four-comedy lineup (the only sitcom block currently on the network), launching at 9:30 p.m. Et behind “Abbott Elementary”. With no room for any other half-hour, that necessitated “The Wonder Years” move to summer. A premiere date will be announced later.
Although the show won’t return for a bit, ABC confirmed a list of guest stars for Season 2. Besides previously announced guest Patti Labelle, the show will also welcome Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson and Bradley Whitford, among others.
Brady will play Melvin, described as “Bill’s older brother, a blowhard who is super-successful and insufferably smug about it, including being favored by their father.
Instead, new sitcom “Not Dead Yet” is filling the one available slot on Wednesday’s four-comedy lineup (the only sitcom block currently on the network), launching at 9:30 p.m. Et behind “Abbott Elementary”. With no room for any other half-hour, that necessitated “The Wonder Years” move to summer. A premiere date will be announced later.
Although the show won’t return for a bit, ABC confirmed a list of guest stars for Season 2. Besides previously announced guest Patti Labelle, the show will also welcome Wayne Brady, Tituss Burgess, Donald Faison, Phoebe Robinson and Bradley Whitford, among others.
Brady will play Melvin, described as “Bill’s older brother, a blowhard who is super-successful and insufferably smug about it, including being favored by their father.
- 11/7/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
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