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Medical Mystery 'Watson' Ends After Two Seasons
3 May
Summary
- CBS canceled the medical drama 'Watson' after two seasons.
- The show starred Morris Chestnut as Dr. John Watson.
- The series finale aired May 3, concluding the story.
The medical mystery drama 'Watson,' starring Morris Chestnut, has officially concluded its run on CBS. The network announced the show's cancellation in March 2026, after two seasons. The series finale aired on May 3, 2026, bringing the story of Dr. John Watson and his colleagues at the Holmes Clinic to a close.
During its second season, 'Watson' explored Dr. John Watson's grief over his friend Sherlock Holmes's supposed death, only to reveal Sherlock's survival and amnesia in a shocking season finale twist. Despite this dramatic turn, CBS head Amy Reisenbach cited the need to make room for new programming as the reason for cancellation. The season 2 premiere drew 2.5 million viewers.
Cast members have shared their reactions to the cancellation. Morris Chestnut expressed disappointment but thanked fans for their support. Inga Schlingmann reflected on the honor of working with a talented crew, and Rochelle Aytes conveyed her sadness over the news. 'Watson' is available to stream on Paramount+ and Pluto.
