NBC has canceled the medical drama Brilliant Minds and the comedy Stumble due to low viewership. This decision marks NBC’s first cancellations for the 2026-27 season.
Key facts:
- Brilliant Minds averaged just above 3 million viewers, making it NBC’s lowest rated drama series.
- Stumble averaged only 2.24 million viewers during its single season.
- The final episodes of Brilliant Minds will air starting May 27, 2026.
- Stumble aired its last episode in March 2026.
- Brilliant Minds, which starred Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf, is loosely based on the work of neurologist Oliver Sacks.
- Stumble featured Jenn Lyon as a cheerleading coach.
The cancellations come after both shows struggled with ratings. Officials noted that both shows were among NBC’s least watched scripted series of the season. Furthermore, Brilliant Minds experienced steep year-to-year declines in viewership.
NBC is still considering the future of other series, including Law & Order, The Hunting Party, and The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.
This cancellation decision reflects a broader trend within network television as producers seek higher ratings and more engaging content for audiences.
