The ax is falling fast and hard at the networks this week, and ABC is no exception. Confirming the cancellation of the low-performing comedy Family Tools.
Making its debut as a midseason replacement less than two weeks ago, Family Tools lacked the tools necessary to stay alive on the network — it premiered to 5.7 million viewers and shed more than a million viewers in its second airing. Based on the British format, the comedy featured Kyle Bornheimeras a man who puts his dreams on hold to take over his family’s business. Its late-in-the-game launch and low viewership made it prime meat on the network’s chopping block.
Showing some kindness, the network has opted to keep The Neighbors going. The comedy has kept a low profile since its launch in the fall. The alien sitcom, which was mostly panned by critics, will get a second season. It averaged about 6 million viewers and a 1.8 rating in the advertiser-friendly 18-49 demographic.
