Country Dynasty Drama ‘Monarch’ Canceled After One Season
Pictured (L-R:) Susan Sarandon and Trace Adkins in the series premiere of Monarch
Monarch has had its wings clipped, as the Fox country drama starring Trace Adkins and Susan Sarandon has not been renewed for a second season, according to Deadline.
The series, which also starred Anna Friel, Beth Ditto, and Joshua Sasse, wrapped after Tuesday night’s season closer following a lukewarm season of ratings. After opening strong in September and ranking as Fox’s most-watched fall scripted debut in three years, it faltered during the next 10 weeks.
The show faced some struggles as it was filmed during the pandemic and originally slated to air in January, but ended up being pushed to fall because of COVID. Monarch featured guest appearances from various country stars throughout the first season, including Shania Twain, Martina McBride, Little Big Town, Caitlyn Smith and Tanya Tucker.
Across the season, Monarch averaged a 0.3/3 L7, up 50% from L+SD, and 4.1 million multiplatform viewers, up +149% from L+SD.
