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NBC Axes Two Scripted Shows: Brilliant Minds & Stumble Gone
11 May
Summary
- NBC canceled 'Brilliant Minds' and 'Stumble' for the upcoming season.
- Both shows faced significant viewership challenges on NBC's lineup.
- 'Law & Order' and 'The Hunting Party' remain on the bubble for renewal.
NBC has officially canceled two scripted series, 'Brilliant Minds' and 'Stumble,' for the upcoming 2026-27 television season. The sophomore medical drama 'Brilliant Minds,' starring Zachary Quinto, was the network's lowest-rated drama and faced considerable year-over-year declines, leading to its removal from the schedule in February. Its remaining episodes will air on May 27.
The freshman comedy 'Stumble,' led by Jenn Lyon, also received a cancellation notice. Despite earning strong reviews from critics and viewers on Rotten Tomatoes, the series did not translate its acclaim into sufficient viewership on NBC's Friday night schedule.
Following these cancellations, 'Law & Order' and the sophomore drama 'The Hunting Party' are now on the bubble, with their futures with NBC yet to be determined. The network's proactive approach to cancellations suggests a strategic reshaping of its scripted offerings for the next season.
