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Bones: The Unlikely Rise of a Police Procedural Hit
17 May
Summary
- Bones narrowly avoided cancellation in its first season.
- Network executives underestimated the show's enduring appeal.
- Loyal viewership persisted despite frequent schedule changes.
The acclaimed FBI drama "Bones," now recognized as one of the best police procedurals, experienced a challenging start. Creator Hart Hanson revealed that the show's survival was uncertain, with Fox executives even moving it frequently throughout the schedule during its first season. Despite these disruptions, a consistent audience of 6 million viewers demonstrated their loyalty.
It took until the third season for the network to acknowledge "Bones" as a viable and successful series. While viewership in the initial seasons showed promise, ranking around No. 60 with 8.9 million viewers and climbing to No. 50 with 9.4 million, it was overshadowed by contemporaries like "CSI" and "Criminal Minds."
