CBS has opted not to order additional episodes of new medical drama series Pure Genius beyond its original 13-episode pickup. The series will wrap production on Dec. 15 after completing Episode 13. Pure Genius is not being formally canceled and theoretically remains in contention for a Season 2 renewal though its chances are considered slim at best. All produced episodes are expected to air, and the series will remain in its Thursday 10 PM slot for the time being.
Pure Genius, the lowest rated among CBS’ new fall series, is the only CBS freshman show not to get a back episodic order. The network gave 22-episode pickups to all three shows that premiered during premiere week, Kevin Can Wait, Bull and MacGyver; and 19-episode orders to late entries The Great Indoors and Man With a Plan. Additionally, sophomore medical drama Code Black, which also had a 13-episode order, received a three-episode pickup to go up to 16 episodes.
Pure Genius, the lowest rated among CBS’ new fall series, is the only CBS freshman show not to get a back episodic order. The network gave 22-episode pickups to all three shows that premiered during premiere week, Kevin Can Wait, Bull and MacGyver; and 19-episode orders to late entries The Great Indoors and Man With a Plan. Additionally, sophomore medical drama Code Black, which also had a 13-episode order, received a three-episode pickup to go up to 16 episodes.
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