CBS Renew/Cancel Week 17: CIA's Final Mission and March Madness Voting Kick Off CBS is making its priorities clear as it navigates its renew/cancel decisions for Week 17, with mixed outcomes for several shows. The network’s focus appears to be shifting toward newer series, leaving some established programs in uncertain territory. Meanwhile, the annual CBS Renew/Cancel March Madness voting event has officially begun, allowing fans to weigh in on their favorite series. CIA, the freshman spy drama, is facing mounting challenges despite a modest ratings boost. The show reached a 0.22 rating in the key 18-49 demographic this week, its highest yet, but CBS’s lack of public acknowledgment of its performance raises concerns. While the FBI series has seen a season-high rating, the network has prioritized promoting Marshals over CIA, which has not received a single press release about its performance. CBS’s history of making renewal decisions in advance suggests CIA may already be on the chopping block, especially with several new dramas in the pipeline. The show’s 65% retention rate, while better than some, is far from impressive, and its lack of full ownership further complicates its chances. Hollywood Squares, the long-running game show, has struggled to find its footing in its new time slot. After a brief run at 8 PM and 9 PM, it now airs at 10:30 PM on Wednesdays, a slot that has proven difficult for the show. Its 0.14 rating in the 18-49 demo highlights its weak performance, particularly with a poor lead-in from a cooking show. CBS’s decision to place it behind Survivor 50, a hit reality series, seems to signal a lack of confidence in the show’s future. With nearly a year until the next Survivor season, the network may opt for a stronger program to fill the slot, leaving Hollywood Squares in a precarious position.#cia #cbs #hollywood_squares #marshals #march_madness_voting
