CBS cancels popular drama follow-ups amid ‘Watson’·‘DMV’ uproar; ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ finale questioned as political pressure?
As CBS unveils its 2027 lineup, a string of cancellations is drawing fresh scrutiny after popular shows that posted strong ratings in recent seasons
6.4 million-view ‘Watson’ and 5.7 million-view ‘DMV’ abruptly halted production, fueling rampant speculation and fans’ questions
After more than 10 years, ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ ends; debate grows over whether the cutoff follows political pressure tied to criticism of Trump
CBS has announced its lineup of TV drama broadcasts through 2027, and cancellations of follow-up seasons for popular series are once again drawing attention. In 2026, CBS has already canceled follow-up season productions for some dramas.
