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Roadies

2016

Showtime

1 Season

10 Episodes

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Roadies Axed by Showtime – No Season 2

Current Show Status

Roadies season 2 — Canceled

Latest Episode Aired Sun 8/28/2016 The Load Out Season 1: Episode 10

Next Episode Show ended 10 episodes total

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Series info and concept

Roadies is a Showtime original comedy and drama series. Created and executive produced by Cameron Crowe, the show has premiered on June 26, 2016, J.J. Abrams, Winnie Holzman, Bryan Burk and Lan Goldstein also executive produce the series, which hails from Bad Robot Productions, Vinyl Films, Dooley & Company Productions and Warner Bros. Television.

A behind-the-scenes look at the multi-city rock band tour, Roadies focuses on the road crew that actually makes the tour happen. Bill (Luke Wilson), the tour manager of the fictional The Staton House Band and Shelli, tour production manager lead the crew through thick and thin of the tour. The rest of the cast includes Rafe Spall (Reg Whitehead), Imogen Poots (Kelly Ann), Keisha Castle-Hughes (Donna Mancini), Peter Cambor (Milo), Colson Baker (Wes) and Ron White (Phil).

Criticism, ratings and renewal potential

The show's been criticized for major industry inaccuracies, and for the fact that it does not portray the roadies' life as they are attending to specific tour-related matters, but rather concentrates on their personal lives. This indeed makes it one in a series of similar workplace comedies that may take place against any setting. Of course, Roadies is not claiming to be a reality series or a documentary program, so it is allowed a certain amount of leeway with the material. The show has a reasonable 6.9/10 IMDb score and draws an average of 0.34 million viewers for the first three episodes of its freshman season. The season contains 10 episodes, so there's still time to monitor the ratings and see whether or not the show is likely to be renewed for a second chapter.

Season 1 recap

Although far from perfect, the first chapter of Showtime's Roadies was charming, heartfelt and fun to watch. The 10-episode freshman season wrapped up on August 28, 2016, delivering low-key but steady ratings just above 0.3 million viewers. 0.308 million fans tuned in to see the season finale, which scored a 0.08 demo rating. Episode 10, The Load Out, was neatly filled with problems being resolved and everything generally coming together in a very constructive way. From Shelli leaving her husband for Bill, to the small details, like Reg finding his Fendi case, and Kelly Ann finally getting a nickname of her own, Roadies ended the rocky season on a very pure and sincere note. Whether the struggling show will get a second chance at Showtime has yet to be determined, and the fact that the network hasn't announced its decision is not necessarily hinting at cancelation. We have faith in its potential and hope that it does get a chance to develop further. Stay tuned, and we will inform you when Showtime's decision is announced.

Latest news

UPDATED September 17, 2016: Looks like it’s the end of the road for Roadies, Showtime’s series that concluded its freshman season in late August. The show was canceled by the network due to lukewarm reviews and low ratings, although the show’s garnered some support for its sincere and heartfelt atmosphere. At this point there are no signs of the show’s creators shopping it around to other networks, so we bid Roadies farewell.

‘Roadies’ Canceled By Showtime After One Season https://t.co/xi70G6i2zJ pic.twitter.com/XDP77kGUwy
— Deadline Hollywood (@Deadline) September 16, 2016

Episodes

Season 1

#	Name	Air Dates
1	Life is a Carnival	Jun 26, 2016
2	What Would Phil Do?	Jul 3, 2016
3	The Bryce Newman Letter	Jul 10, 2016
4	The City Whose Name Must Not Be Spoken	Jul 17, 2016
5	Friends and Family	Jul 24, 2016
6	Longest Days	Jul 31, 2016
7	Carpet Season	Aug 7, 2016
8	The All Night Bus Ride	Aug 14, 2016
9	The Corporate Gig	Aug 21, 2016
10	The Load Out	Aug 28, 2016

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0 1 H November 2, 2016

I watch this series on Amazon and it has a 4.9 star review and I really enjoyed this program and would never off said that would cancel it plz bring it back.

0 1 Alphamom October 9, 2016

I hope they will shop this around- too bad it wasn't on HBO

0 1 AlexisArgo October 9, 2016

This was the best series I've seen in a long time, I can't believe it was canceled!

0 1 Shikma October 3, 2016

I loved that show so much!!!
Canceling it was a dumb idea I think :/

0 0 Peter September 29, 2016

What a bummer. Could it be that there wasn't enough sex and violence to give it a second season. I really enjoyed the show. I looked forward to each episode. I think the band should get back together and they should have a season two. But what do I know.

1 0 JW September 27, 2016

Looks like I will not ever be renewing a ShowTime subscription. This is clearly a management SNAFU one that I predict will come back to bite the person that made the cut. This show had depth and really defined characters. As it progressed it only got better and better and was a show you looked forward to seeing each week! We can only hope Netflix or HULU or HBO picks it up!

0 0 John Zane JW October 2, 2016

SHOWTIME NEVER SUPPORTED "ROADIES" from the start ; no merchandise for viewers to purchase....Very little commercials (except on Showtime) This was a Great Opportunity for Showtime to expand it's subscribe audience....... Instead it did Nothing, preferring limited exposure...... it's almost like they were pressured to put it on in the first place. I sure hope another network picks it up for season 2. Put it on Axs TV and it will do GREAT !!!! aS FOR SHOWTIME, I'm SINING OFF FOR GOOD !!! TOO MAY OF THE SAME OLD MOVIES, TOO MANY GREAT OLD SERIES LIKE "CALIFORNICATION" DONE .... SAD !!!

0 0 Cindy L September 24, 2016

Can't believe they would cancel this show after one season. The show improved week after week, they did a good job of working each characters back story into the show and always had great music. Who cares about the inaccuracies, the show was about the characters not their job descriptions. Hopefully enough people will start talking about it that the network will change its mind.

0 0 Jared September 16, 2016

Best show since Breaking Bad. Heartfelt, real, and the characters are people you cannot live without just like they cannot live without each other.

0 1 Eric Gerard September 14, 2016

This is an excellent, touching, character-driven show. All the characters, even minor supporting characters, have deep inner lives, and the show explores them with compassion and wry insight. The situations are original, and I love the music. There's so much more to explore. Renew. Renew. Renew.

0 1 Derek September 14, 2016

It would be a shame to let this one go--there is rich material, good writing (most of the time) and the cast is great. Every person I have told about the show has raved.

Just saying

0 0 Kurt September 13, 2016

By the hammer of the gods! We demand a follow up season! So wel written, affectionate and even if it is not accurate. Finally had something to look forward to every week!

0 0 Scott September 12, 2016

Great show! renew it for season 2, then 3 and so on.

0 0 Aerin September 11, 2016

WHO CARES if it's an accurate portrayal of the industry!?! Since when has that been a criterion for the success of a TV show?!? Not for cop shows, not for medical dramas, but that doesn't stop anyone. It's a great, well-written, well-cast, affecting show, and I'll be super disappointed if we don't get more seasons!

0 0 Sassy Nanny September 11, 2016

Loved it! Beautifully character driven storyline. Please renew it Showtime!!!!!!

0 0 Pink September 10, 2016

I really, really hope they don't cancel Roadies. Great show and love how it makes it easy to connect to the characters. Awesome writing and great music too! This show blows me away! Bring it back for at least one more season!!!

0 0 Julie ackerman September 8, 2016

Love Roadies and hope to see seasons 2 and more.

0 0 Judy Jones September 8, 2016

My husband and I love the show. We hope there will be a second season!

0 1 J55 September 7, 2016

This is one of the best shows on TV currently, the fact that are considering not renewing this show is unbelievable to me. This show has huge possibilities, at some point I see the bands lining up to make guest appearances on it the same way they did for Entourage. As one commenter said" The Music alone is worth it". What a great avenue to introduce new bands and old alike, in a time when music has become so POP driven you can't even listen to the radio anymore.... I will certainly cancel Showtime should they decide to not renew this show, there is no other reason to have it without it.

0 0 Michelle G September 7, 2016

I can't believe Showtime didn't renew Roadies before season one ended. After watching the first episode my husband and I thought it had potential, but wouldn't have been surprised if it wasn't renewed. However half way through the season it drew us in and we couldn't wait to watch it each week. In my opinion the writing kept getting better and better. Definitely a binge worthy show and I really hope Showtime gets off their ass and renews it.

0 1 Hope September 7, 2016

The Last few episodes of Roadies were some of the best shows I've seen in years. The characters are so unique and endearing and the storylines are amazing. I can't imagine not having Phil but I trust that Cameron Crowe has so much more to tell. Seriously, why would anyone not want to renew this show? Did you watch it or are you letting stupid critics decide for you? Listen to the people that matter. Promote the hell out of this show! The music alone is worth it! Head & the Heart, Lucius, Halsey. I was going to cancel Showtime. My friend convinced me to try it out to see The Affair and by chance I came across Roadies. Roadies is why I'm staying. Please keep Roadies and do better promos for it. You have a jewel and you don't even know it.

0 0 Andy D. September 6, 2016

Please do not cancel another great show. I loved watching Roadies. Its one of the best shows I have seen in a while. Please don't Cancel season 2 just like the canceled Vinyl. Another great show.

0 0 Bluedogs September 6, 2016

I am really sorry to hear that Showtime cancelled "Roadies." It was a favorite in our house because it was different, the acting and writing were excellent, and it was humorous while having some dramatic edge. I am mostly surprised because in the past Showtime and other Premium Channels have given more leeway to fresh programming. They start with a naturally smaller audience and take a little time to catch on.

While I realize there were complaints about the accuracy in depicting actual road crews, it was, after all, a television show. With talent like Cameron Crowe and J.J. Abrams, Showtime should have given them another year.

There were a few episodes in particular we found outstanding and Roadies improved with each episode.

Lastly, the music was pure joy. We were introduced to new groups and were delighted by voices from the past. Though it will be too late to save this show, go watch On Demand - you won't regret it.

0 0 Roch Tolinski September 6, 2016

Roadies 2? Yes, please.

0 0 Sharon Sudduth September 6, 2016

My whole family loves this show. So different from the usual gore on Sunday evening cable shows. And, Showtime, as much as I loved Masters and Johnson, I don't think I'll be watching this year-so dreary! Cameron Crowe captures endearing relationships. Please renew!

0 0 Riceburner September 6, 2016

Good show - looked forward to watching.

Silly and not based in fact? Sure, that is ok.

Roadies Axed by Showtime – No Season 2

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