Does The CW have a hit in ‘Reign,’ or is this ‘Beauty and the Beast’ all over again?
Last year, The CW had a show in “Beauty and the Beast” that they were clearly proud of, and wanted to do its best to promote it. Therefore, they gave it what is in many ways their top timeslot immediately following “The Vampire Diaries,” and tried to let it grow into something. It got off to a decent start, but then struggled more at the end of the season, despite being a fun show.
Now that it has been moved to Mondays, “Beauty and the Beast” is really struggling in a big way, and right now is the only series (airing Monday-Thursday) likely to be canceled, though that could change as the season progresses. For whatever reason, the lack of the lead-in (or maybe also the increased competition on Mondays) has really hurt Kristin Kreuk and company. It still has loyal, passionate fans, but they may not be enough to survive.
As of right now, we see “Reign” in a similar situation to “Beauty and the Beast” last year based on its premiere rating of 0.8. It’s a solid number, much in the same way that the previous show started. But can that number last? “Beauty and the Beast” started slow, but got better and better as season 1 progressed. “Reign” had a lot going for it right out of the gate, but it also had some issues. The writing was at times cheesy, for example, and while the historical liberties may not bother young fans, they may bother others. (We don’t know why they did not just make it completely fictional, since we don’t really think that the real-life characters are that much of a sell.)
The first big test for “Reign” is going to come on Thursday, when we see how many viewers of the pilot stay for episode 2. If it keeps the entire rating, we could have a possible player on our hands for the network. However, if it drops a couple of points in the demo, it could be trouble. Remember that The CW has other shows for midseason, and they’re much more likely to pull a struggling freshman series than one that is already established and has fans.
What do you think about the “Reign” vs. “Beauty and the Beast” comparison right now, and which one do you think is more likely to be on the network’s schedule next season? Be sure to share your thoughts below!
Cheryl Beddow
October 23, 2013 @ 9:35 pm
I am rooting for Beauty And The Beast.This show is really something special.CW needs to keep it running!!!!
Pearcecymru
October 21, 2013 @ 9:52 pm
BATB is by far the best show:)
Bia
October 21, 2013 @ 9:07 pm
BATB is the best TV show I’ve ever seen <3 I love this show so much :')
Alessandra Guillen
October 21, 2013 @ 7:11 pm
Adoro a Bela e a Fera e torço muito para que ela saia desta lista de cancelamentos. Assisto todos os episodios, primeiro em ingles e depois espero a tradução, então são no minimo duas vezes por episodio. Aqui no Brasil a serie é um sucesso!!!!
Denise
October 21, 2013 @ 4:24 pm
In Brazil we love Beauty and the Beast
BATBFan1226
October 21, 2013 @ 1:31 pm
BATB is in a class all by itself. While it started off slowly last season, the speed of the storylines picked up, and beasties grew more in love with their “VinCat” Season 2 is roaring at an amazing pace already. This show has brought together so many strangers to develop a friendship and love over our show. No other show can say the same.
Alyssa
October 21, 2013 @ 1:03 pm
I really don’t know with the ratings but seriously, Beauty and the Beast is one great show. I’m a tv geek, watch almost all cw show but BatB is my number 1 favorite along w TVD, The tomorrow people & others. I’ve watched Reign but I don’t find it interesting enough, I just have to keep watching I guess to see if it will be a good show. VinCat has real chemistry & they have a very addicting love story. I’d be devastated if it’ll be cancel. I hope not.
Elisa
October 21, 2013 @ 12:45 pm
No doubt it’s BATB
The Cw should have more care.
I had never found a show like this before, the whole world fell in love with. BATBFOREVER.
cesea85
October 21, 2013 @ 12:07 pm
Agree with all the beasties here there is only one king and queen for me
and its BATB and I got no tw or fb I watch the show when it airs and I vote
when the beasties ask for.
Manuela Fritz
October 21, 2013 @ 11:54 am
I’ve watched Reign yesterday… it is sweet…but only sweet…but I don’t think it is authentic ….nothing can top BATB …. not even arrow (ok I am a real woman) ….. my first favorite TV-show was TVD, but if I had to choose …. BATB of course…BATB forever
the show is wonderful (powerful, exciting, with a lot of heartache), the actors are awesome but the best of all are the Beasties
Marley
October 21, 2013 @ 5:24 am
Need my BATB fix on a regular basis.
Simple as that…
Emlhooper
October 21, 2013 @ 4:19 am
BATB has grown so much since the first season, This season is fantastic and any loyal fan will tell you that, I have never been involved with such a passion and respectful Fandom with any TV show. Even the cast and crew respect their fans like no other.
The ratings are outdated and need to be brought in to the 21st century not stay in the 19th century. If a show that WON the PEOPLES choice for BEST NEW DRAMA last year got cancelled you would wonder why on earth you watch tv for. Time to Updated the system.
BATB wins hands down.
Becka Marsch
October 21, 2013 @ 4:11 am
Beauty And The Beast is the best show. I am not just saying that because of ratings or whatnot. But it has the most UNITED fandom and interactive cast and crew. The entire cast and crew are always talking with the fans and even helping with trends. Especially our King Beastie, Austin (JT). I have never seen a fandom like this…we are on one front, always supporting everyone in the cast and each other. So not only is Beauty and the Beast an amazing show, everyone who is involved with it is just plain amazing!
Margarete Lopes
October 21, 2013 @ 3:29 am
Corte a série mais recente, pois BATB é um seriado super lindo e tem muitas fãs no mundo inteiro, milhões de fãs…
BATulip
October 21, 2013 @ 2:06 am
Reign was bland – yes I watched it no comparison to BATB NONE what so ever. The guy in Reign is just a jerk and I was not impressed with his treatment of *what’s her name?* wow left a lasting impression didn’t it although I do love the clothes they wore. Reign is not a show on my watchlist.
Mary Kenney Bedore
October 21, 2013 @ 12:51 am
Beauty & The Beast is one great show !!!! the best show on the CW !!
Ileana Beatriz de Guadalupe Ba
October 21, 2013 @ 12:36 am
Batb it’s a great show, it have an action, its funny, romantic, and now this season 2 it’s more interesting. I love Batb!
Sofia Simoes
October 20, 2013 @ 11:27 pm
Beauty and the Beast, season 2, has started 3 weeks ago… The show is better than ever, and all I hear about is “cancellation”??? Nothing more interesting to say?!
Oh! I got it! It’s a strategy!! Teasing the “beasties” to have some action in the page… Because that’s what the beasties do!!! It worked! ;o)
<3 BatB forever!! <3
Me
October 20, 2013 @ 10:37 pm
I like both shows, but based on my twitter timeline, I’ve noticed that more people I know who are/were fans of Gossip Girl are commenting about watching Reign rather than BATB, and see it as the ‘must needed’ ‘guilty pleasure’ replacement for that show.
Meanwhile the ones who would like BATB and its multi-racial casting & scifi elements are watching Sleepy Hollow on Fox instead and fangirling over the possibility of an interracial pairing between their leads ‘someday’, even though it already was done on BATB last season (if not Nikita several yrs ago).
( I’ve tried to promote BATB, with a few of those new SH fans, but some are reluctant to watch bc its on the CW and they think that all CW shows treat different races like TVD’s executive producer did, referencing the case of Bonnie Bennett & family. :( )
That’s why I wish neither show was canceled in the end, although we’ll have to see what happens.
Roberta
October 20, 2013 @ 10:26 pm
batb è fantastico… deve andare avanti .. Vogliamo la 3 la 4 la 6 ect Serie #batb
laura
October 20, 2013 @ 10:22 pm
beauty and the beast very very very gooood
Guest
October 20, 2013 @ 9:01 pm
I bet if the CW did a better job promoting the show, it would get better ratings.
Inger
October 20, 2013 @ 8:54 pm
Beauty and the Beast is a wonderful love story. Season 2 lets us see a more dangerous Vincent, which is breathtaking. The chemistry between the actors are phenomenal and unbelievable.
maggie mcduff
October 20, 2013 @ 8:45 pm
My son and i love this show. I only watch Hulu since cable is a waste of money. I agree that Nielson is out dated because it doesnt take into acount all the other ways to watch tv know plus it doesnt take into account the inter.ational market. It needs to catch up and all the media needs to be quiet about cancelations with not taking the international popularity of the show. I watched Reign, i was really looking foward to it but not sure if the story line was strong enough. I will keep watching but it isnt pulling me in like the original story line for Batb did. This season is like so much better, faster pase, conflict, team work, true love romance and oh beast 2.0 is awsome.
Fay Herridge
October 20, 2013 @ 8:35 pm
As far as I could see, Beauty and the Beast got better as Season 1 progressed and Season 2 has started off with a bang. It may not have the best time slot, which creates difficulty in attracting new fans, but we Beasties will follow this show no matter what time slot it has. I’m hoping for a long run for BATB.
Cheryl
October 20, 2013 @ 8:21 pm
Beauty and the Beast is one of the best shows on TV and in my opinion does not even compare to Reign (didn’t like the Reign pilot and won’t be watching). Not since Alias have I loved a show this much . . . Great writers, cast and crew! Season 1 was excellent and season 2 is on track to be even better. The fans of BatB are awesome and add an additional element to the show like I have never seen before. This is one and probably the only show on TV right now that I love to recommend to others.
Mj
October 20, 2013 @ 8:17 pm
BATB season One started slow but then got better and better and now season two is on a great start! Love it! And I never seen a story told like this! So yes Batb totally deserves a promotion! I hope CW is listening!
Zouza Hami
October 20, 2013 @ 8:02 pm
#BATB has grown and developed tremendously in season 2. It is more thrilling and Mythology and Romance just envelope you and draw you in. The leads Kristin Kreuk and Jay Ryan have chemistry that is so tangible and they are surrounded by accomplished actors that compete the picture. The writers on this show have taken the plot and storyline to a whole new level under the guidance of a fabulous Showrunner Brad Kern. BATB has a following that is borderline cult like in their addiction to the show. In spite of being continually preempted because of the NFL the fans never give up reverting to social media for their fix.
No doubt BATB is a one of a kind gem @CW_NETWORK and @CBSTVStudios are so lucky to have it in their lineup
BatB4Ever
October 20, 2013 @ 7:18 pm
To me, there can or will never be a show like Beauty & the Beast – it’s amazing. It has great actors, crew, designers & writers. They make me want more every time I watch.
In the world we live in today, we need love. Were so busy in evryday life, that we forget, that love makes the world go round. Every week I tune in, to b reminded that true love excists & it’s worth fighting for. Also Kritstin Kreuk & Jay Ryan R doing exquisite in protraying their characters & the on-screen chemistry is just beyond words. Haven’t seen “love” like that in a long time
Sybil
October 20, 2013 @ 7:00 pm
BatB is hands down the best show on TV and worth saving. Its actors have AMAZING chemistry and the show just keeps getting better and better. It has an international following of folks who are extremely committed to the show. Besides that, there is simply nothing like it on television. It has inspired a fan-based ROAR that can be heard across the world.
km
October 20, 2013 @ 6:45 pm
Does the CW network take other networks numbers into account. In Canada BATB is also seen on Showcase, on Sunday nights as well as 3 or 4 other times during the week, and on the Mystery channel. Mystery showed it all summer on Saturday nights, sometimes 2 or 3 episodes in a row.
The TV Empress
October 20, 2013 @ 7:05 pm
No they don’t and they should….
sinbella
October 20, 2013 @ 6:24 pm
BATB – without a doubt, the best show ever, and deserves more credit. Its an amazing show and has huge fan base.
Maggie
October 20, 2013 @ 6:19 pm
anyone monitoring these comments must realise by now that the message is very LOUD and CLEAR. CW PLEASE NOTE
Thaciana Barros
October 20, 2013 @ 5:52 pm
The second season of BATB is completely redesigned and more electrifying. The intensity of the cast for this season and the passion of the fans never let the show be canceled. I am a fan of Brazil and I am part of an era where there are other ways to measure audience, and not by outdated methods, it needs to be reworked. We also need is that CW also help promote the series, do not understand, and is unknown to all this situation not to promote the USA, but I am optimistic that this will change and fans around the world can be noticed, because today we are a force that fight, which discloses that promotes, who loves unconditionally BATB, and how a large family, as was well said by Sam Wolf. We Beasties friends together!
Randomthoughts
October 20, 2013 @ 5:51 pm
Beauty and the Beast does not compare to Reign. They are totally different shows and no one can compare to Jay Ryan and Kristin Kreuk chemistry. They are not even close. BATB has a huge fandom all over the world, hence the the winner of the 2012 PCA Best New Drama. No show can be compared to BATB fans and to our stars.
Celia
October 20, 2013 @ 5:49 pm
How can one think about canceling a serie that has the number of fans as BATB? Fans who promote the serie going to the tweeter, fighting for the serie much more than the CW! Unbelievable and disrespectful!! “Are the people forgetting it won the PCA last year and probably will win this year? And other votations? BatB win everything!!!!
sinbella
October 20, 2013 @ 5:39 pm
BATB – its absolutely outrageous to even suggest that the show is likely to be cancelled because of these so called ratings systems which in my opinion don’t even do their homework properly. Batb has a huge potential and has gotten even much better in S2. It has amazing cast & writers and deserves more credit than its getting.It seems going by these ‘so called ratings system’ shows are no longer judged by their quality of the show, the writing, the fantastic cast etc. Fans all over the world love Batb & are loyal to it. All it needs is more promotion and for people to give it a chance. We believe in it, we will fight for it, and our show will stand the test of time. BATB FOREVER!!!!!
stacy
October 20, 2013 @ 5:38 pm
Truth be Told CW has there Favorites and they promote one show more than the others. CW screwed Up when they changed BATB to Mondays for sure. I like both Reign and BATB either way I see it was the Networks Fault for over Looking BATB for there favorites. Mondays are a rough spot to be In they have football
Thaciana Barros
October 20, 2013 @ 5:23 pm
The second season of BATB is completely redesigned and more electrifying. The intensity of the cast for this season and the passion of the fans never let the show be canceled. I am a fan of Brazil and I am part of an era where there are other ways to measure audience, and not by outdated methods, it needs to be reworked. We also need the CW is to help promote the series, do not understand, and is unknown to all this situation not to promote the USA, but I am optimistic that this will change and fans around the world can be noticed, because today we are a force that fight, which discloses that promotes, who loves unconditionally BATB, and how a large family, as was well said by Sam Wolf. We Beasties friends together!
Darlene
October 20, 2013 @ 5:20 pm
Beauty and the Beast is an amazing TV Series I love to watch here in the Philippines because of the drama, action, kickass, full of surprises and especially the romance in this series is on reality that is happening right now in the world. The cast, producers, directors, writers and crews are very awesome and lovely people. We want more and more season of this show (BATB FOREVER). GOD Bless All of You …..
Catherine Chandler
October 20, 2013 @ 5:16 pm
I 100% agree with Angie, this show is worth it and PLEASE PLEASE give it a change. Look at the fanbase behind the show and the wonderful cast and crew. Sometimes a show needs some time to grow.
Reviewer27
October 20, 2013 @ 4:54 pm
Sobra ang ininvest ko na loyalty at love sa show na ito huwag naman sana mawala agad. Patok na patok ito sa mga Pinoy kse mahilig tyo sa love at kilig moments. I just plead like most beasties here- Give Beauty and the Beast a chance and watch it every Monday. Filipino Beasties here to support this awesome show!
Despoina Lampridou
October 20, 2013 @ 4:45 pm
BATB all the way ;) :) especially season 2 ;)
Ângela M Gonçalves
October 20, 2013 @ 4:28 pm
BatB is the best and deserves more promotion and viewers and a better rating system!
We all know the ratings system is outdated and doesn’t reflect true TV viewing.
Ashlee
October 20, 2013 @ 4:23 pm
It is such a shame more people in the US don’t watch BATB live. Although I am in the US and I watch live but it isn’t counted because I don’t have a Nielsen Box Ugh! It shows you how inaccurate these numbers are. I have loved BATB since the beginning personally but they have changed the direction of the show to make it appeal to a wider range of people(more action, beast hunters, it’s really good) but no one would know that because it is hardly ever advertised. Hopefully the CW will recognize this and do some advertising for this great overlooked show.
Bianca
October 20, 2013 @ 4:21 pm
We love Batb, here in Hungary too
Sandra
October 20, 2013 @ 4:14 pm
BATB es la gran serie de estos tiempos… tiene todos los aspectos que suman y sumasnespectadores, es dinàmica con grandes actuaciones,buenos efectos, moderna, establecen contacto con su audiencia…. y sobre todo tiene seguidores en todo el mundo FIELES Y LEALES que no han sido escuchados por la CW su sistema de mediciòn de rating es obsoleta y no nos escucha…. y somos muchos màs cada dìa. RENOVACION PARA UNA TERCERA TEMPORADA¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡
BATB forever…
The TV Empress
October 20, 2013 @ 4:05 pm
I think the real question is, Can Reign aspire to have a fandom that has the level of passion as ‘Beauty and the Beast’? I highly doubt. I am already predicting Reign’s #’s will drop to 0.5 – 0.6 by the end of the season, which isn’t bad, but it is exactly what BATB was getting in that time-slot. I don’t think any show could be pulling a larger audience on Mondays at 9 right now. Sadly, it a numbers game and CW is obviously looking at BATB as a potential cancellation… but the online presence of the fandom can hardly be ignored! BATB online community constantly keeps up with much more established shows like TVD and Supernatural and is always far more active than ‘hits’ like Arrow. It’s time they stop looking at mere outdated (and miscalculated) numbers of detached anonymous eye-balls and start considering the quality of viewers. There is a difference between a viewer that will watch a show just so he is not left out of the loop w/his friends, and a truly committed fan that will engage online and buy any and every related merchandise. BATB has a committed audience. The amount of comments on this article alone should be a testament to that. Will Reign amass such a committed fandom? It’s possible…. but not every show becomes a cult-hit.
Mercedes
October 20, 2013 @ 4:56 pm
First let me say that I do not know English , so the translation may not be correct . I beg your pardon .
I wanted to say that I completely agree .
“Beauty and the Beast” is a series that has managed to attract a significant number of extremely loyal followers , extremely active and extremely dumps with the program. A number of fans that is growing constantly .
There are many people that when they see BATB get hooked to the series forever.
There are certainly many good series, and I think BATB is one of them .
People who see, that continue the development of the story, check that
BATB offers everything.
Provides entertainment and excitement, offers action and passion, love and friendship, concern and doubt, also offers something of darkness and uncertainty. Also wit, smile and grace. It has a great strength.
It has a great team that does a great job .
It has light, a lovely light playing as a character. It has some great actors playing their role well: great Jay Ryan, who knows how to put a question in his eyes intense and a bit tragic, Kristen Kreuk, who brings a brittle hardness impressive, Austin Basis , owner of a magnificent gesture , Nina Lisandrello , which is pure power , etc …
Has quick dialogue , sparkling , witty , witty , … fun up in the tragedy.
Very good .
Despoina Lampridou
October 20, 2013 @ 4:03 pm
BATB all the way !!! especially season 2 !!!
Alessia
October 20, 2013 @ 4:00 pm
Batb la miglior serie televisiva!!!
Denise Lopes - Brazil
October 20, 2013 @ 3:57 pm
I agree with Angie, this show is perfect and has to continue.
Danelle
October 20, 2013 @ 3:51 pm
I agree with Angie Redding!! Totally LOVE BATB!!
Debbie
October 20, 2013 @ 3:43 pm
Cancel BATB???? Really, have you people lost your minds? This is an epic re-imagining of the original series and it’s reach is far and wide, spanning many demographics. The problem here isn’t the show it self, but the part that the network plays in supporting and promoting the show. I remember back in the day, my family was part of a group called the Preview House. We’d go on the weekends to the facility and we’d watch movies, listen to music and vote on what we did or didn’t like. But it was such a small group of individuals that I think even then wasn’t any where near a true representation of what the MASSES wanted out of either form of entertainment. I don’t believe that things have changed much today.
Beauty and the Beast has so much to offer and has improved so much since Season 1 with the new direction and perspective. The cast, lead by the very talented Jay Ryan and Kristin Kreuk as well as the crew have managed to put together a show that is full of drama and compassion. If you want the show to be watched more, promote it with as much passion as the Beasties do. Or, better yet, here’s a thought, hire the Beasties to do it for you!!! We obviously have more passion and dedication to the show than your current group of promoters. We are behind this show 200% and rally at a moments notice to do what needs to be done. How many polls have been won by BATB???? I couldn’t even begin to tell you, but the fact that it does is a testament and proof of the complete dedication we all feel towards this show we all love so very much. You have to put in as much effort as we do and if done properly the results would be off the charts.
Wilma Gelderblom
October 20, 2013 @ 3:39 pm
There is NO other show as good as BATB. S2 is epic, awesome, dangerous,romantic,suspense, edge-of-the-chair entertainment. It is a HIT worldwide, and has an absolutely awesome fan base. Ratings do not reflect the love that people have for this TV show. Apart from the fact that the romance is so awesome, the action/beasts/story line of S2 are really good. It is a pity that it is not promoted the way it should be, The actors are awesome too, I have never seen chemistry like this in any TV show before. It would be an EPIC MISTAKE if BATB is cancelled- this just cannot happen! Reign is not a patch to BATB! And for the men and BF’s out there- watch S2 of BATB, really,really good, diverse, and enough action & danger to make it super exciting!
lucy-may...
October 20, 2013 @ 3:39 pm
Please i am begging anyone that will listen, to promote, watch and give beauty and the beast a chance! It is literally one of the best acted, written, produced, directed and loved show i have ever watched! I live this show with all my heart and if it were to be cancelled it would crush me! Here not just my cry but all beasties! There are so many of us out there!! Please please please listen!! #BATBLOVE ???
Leanne Jackson
October 20, 2013 @ 3:30 pm
Batb is amazing show with a brilliant cast who I can’t imagine anyone else playing there parts. Season 2 is fantastic loving the new direction of the show this season has a different feel and Aldo that Brad kerns has a 5 year plan which is good. The rating system is so out of date is doesn’t show how popular it is in the USA and also it got amazing worldwide fan base which must count for something hear to many more. Season of Batb
eloi milani
October 20, 2013 @ 3:26 pm
non c’è confronto! Batb è la serie più fantastica che sia mai stata trasmessa. Toh!
Sarah Köppen
October 20, 2013 @ 3:18 pm
Maybe the ratings are low, but BatB is the best show from CW right now. There is so much going on, Passion, chemistry and it makes us fans, all over the world (I am from germany) addicted! Everytime you watch it, you just want more! It can grow to something big and our FanFamily will never give up
Marian
October 20, 2013 @ 3:07 pm
CW you have a GREAT show, please promote it, do not let it die!! Beauty and the Beast has everything for being a top serie and it deserves several seasons. Look after BATB!!!
Chemer
October 20, 2013 @ 3:06 pm
Hola somo fans españolas de BATB, en España la aceptación que tuvo la primera temporada fue buenísima, incluso tenemos foros que han comentado la serie después de terminada esta, creo que la emisión de la serie el lunes la perjudica, debido a no puede se vista en varias ciudades como las del Este de EE.UU a causa de su desconesión a causa de la emisión de fútbol. En nuestra opinión la serie sigue siendo buenísima, mejores efectos especiales, y gran elenco de actores empezando por Kristin Kreuk, creo que no sería justa su cancelación sin dejarla llegar hasta mitad de temporada para ver la respuesta de sus fans y si sería bueno cambiar su día de emisión, para poder tener un % cierto de las personas que lo ven. La prueba la tienen la cantidad de seguidores que se mueven tanto por twiter como por facebook para que siga su emisión Gracias.
Mercedes
October 20, 2013 @ 4:59 pm
Estoy completamente de acuerdo. Creo que la serie es maravillosa. Creo que necesita más apoyo de la cadena. Todas las personas que la ven se enganchan, es fantástica.
Federica
October 20, 2013 @ 2:43 pm
BATB perchè è una bellissima serie e il cast èmolto professiionale e merita di andare avanti
Alma Dominguez
October 20, 2013 @ 2:39 pm
BATB FOREVER y no hay + que decir :)))
Mercedes
October 20, 2013 @ 4:58 pm
Exactamente. Lo has dicho maravillosamente bien: BatB siempre la mejor!!!
Debbie Metcalfe
October 20, 2013 @ 2:33 pm
BATB all the way – bring on the season 3 and more! Us Beasties will roar until the end!
Samantha Wolf
October 20, 2013 @ 2:25 pm
#BatB for sure yes it has had a very slow start but as other people have stated Nielsen ratings is an outdated and unfair system.The show has a huge international fanbase who are watching the new series Via CW website and Hulu etc and the figures dont seem to count why in an age when the old idea of a family sitting on a sofa together to watch a tv show has long gone.
The series itself has had a huge overhaul show runner Brad Kern has done a spectacular job of making the story more fresh and exciting.The plots are well written with more action,stunts,humour,suspense and of course romance.Jay Ryan has blown me away on how easily he has adapted to the new Vincent who is a lot darker than the sweet guy in Season1,The on screen chemistry with Kristin Kreuk is sizzling more than last season and I didnt think that was possible! They are just so natural together,The co-stars are getting more involved and its brilliant to see the whole cast involved.JT Forbes played by Austin Basis was heartbreaking to watch when his best friend who he could call brother they were that close doesnt remember him was upsetting to see him so scared of Vincent in the new series,
This show deserves a lot more promotion and a better time slot than a Monday evening to me its the best show in years,The crew and cast are also wonderfully interactive with the Beasties.The Beasties are a loyal and supportiv e worldwide fandom.Come on CW get behind the show cos its a lot bigger and better than last season and will have a bright future but needs network support,
Beasties are so passionate and will never give up.Proud to be part of such a happy friendly fandom.#BeastiesRoarForBatB
Ina Wegerif
October 20, 2013 @ 4:20 pm
@Sam I totally agree with you! Beautiful words. Beasties ROAR!
Jarneen
October 21, 2013 @ 12:12 am
Well said and I totally agree
Dromis
October 20, 2013 @ 2:15 pm
Beauty and the Beast is a great show that has improved a lot in season 2. Her characters are strong and the script accompanies the story so solid. This season there is more action and mystery, romance borders on epic, says JT. Inevitably see and unable to stop him because the story grabs you and will definitely not let you go. Fans, Beasties, we are very passionate for that reason! It’s a stomping show: we won the Best New Drama PCA!
FEDE
October 20, 2013 @ 1:58 pm
BATB
Ruth Cassidy
October 20, 2013 @ 1:50 pm
I agree with the comment by Angie that we need to allow for a more varied ratings system. International viewers and other media need to be included with the outdated Nielsen system. It is very skewed. Reign was ok, not great but ok, it is the CW formula of pretty young people just set in older times. They just aren’t wearing bathing suits and driving fancy cars. Batb is a different show for CW, not all about being young & beautiful. It has depth and the opportunity to tell a very new version of an older tale. Hope both shows are given a chance & think that Mark Pedowitz is smart enough to know the Nielsens aren’t everything.
Pamela Coordsen
October 20, 2013 @ 2:09 pm
So true Ruth and Angie..we are up against an old rating system..Also what else is there to say about CW Beauty and the Beast that is not posted here!!! This show is phenomenal with superior writers, actors and crew!! With the start of the new season, only two episodes, but how many award winning scenes!! BatB IS a different show it draws us in and keeps us connected!! Love this version to the age old story!! Do believe Mark Pedowitz sees this and understands #BatB far exceeds the Nielsens ratings!!
Reviewer27
October 20, 2013 @ 1:34 pm
You want us to vote? By reading below comments it is hands down Beauty and the Beast then! Now do we have your attention? This show is loved all over the globe and no Neilsen Rating will dampen our Spirits to continue to patronize this great series.
Grace Solci
October 20, 2013 @ 1:24 pm
oviusly Beauty and the Beast!itis only cause they put in a day with a lot of others things.
Kelly DiMarzio
October 20, 2013 @ 12:46 pm
Beauty and the Beast has had a difficult time this season. WPIX in NY has pre-empted the season 2 premiere and now episode 3 They haven’t aired them until 5 days later which sure doesn’t help! Loyal fans are doing everything they can to keep ratings up, tweet during the 7 hr window, watch online and recruit new viewers, but it’s really hard when this season we seem to be getting minimal advertizing and pre-empted!
Cheesy
October 21, 2013 @ 2:20 pm
I love BATB, its the best show ever. i watch it online from south africa.
Alessia
October 20, 2013 @ 12:25 pm
BATB!!!!!
Madgegf
October 20, 2013 @ 12:10 pm
I haven’t seen Reign, not sure if I’ll ever watch it. BEAUTY and the BEAST on the other hand SHOULD BE on the network for at least 8 seasons!! As everyone has said, CW is not promoting it as it should be. BATB deserves more than this. The fanbase is growing (worldwide!!) and very passionate about the show. Neilsen ratings suck! Its not all about the ratings! BATB season 2 is off to a good start, its going to better than S1.
Alma Dominguez
October 20, 2013 @ 12:01 pm
BATB es más que una serie.. forma ya parte de mi vida al igual que sus actores que son geniales y me disgustaria que la cancelasen porque haya gente que no sepa apreciar lo bueno, es una serie que lo tiene TODO no le falta nada en absoluto :))) me encanta la pareja VinCat :DD es hermosa, soy una beastie y amo la serie BATB para siempre jamás :DDD
stefania
October 20, 2013 @ 11:35 am
Beauty and the Beast beautiful sight
I love everything….makes me dream and excite…and adorable cast
deserves!!!
Reviewer27
October 20, 2013 @ 11:33 am
100% Beauty and the Beast! The casts are charismatic, the loveteam is pure chemistry and the storyline gets better and better. People are already hooked to this show all line, bait and hook.
Cristina Claudia Iuriciuc
October 20, 2013 @ 11:14 am
Of coure I’d prefer BATB!!! Always!!! Best show I’ve ever seen!! So, just do not cancel it…please!! Need to promote more!!
Anna Maria
October 20, 2013 @ 10:54 am
BATB is the most beautiful show
Susan Cullinane
October 20, 2013 @ 10:42 am
Have always been honest how beauty and the beast was a slow runner for me to begin with during season 1. However the writing got better and my interest in the characters not just Catherine and Vincent grew. Season 2 is a whole new thing. You can tell there has been many changes and all for the better. Can’t get enough. Reign on the other hand not so much. It feels like a poor mans Tudors for a younger generation. First episode left me empty. Will give it a second viewing but if it continues like this then I’m afraid it will be a fail for the CW.
Carmen
October 20, 2013 @ 10:24 am
Reign was okay, not sure if I’d be able to watch it again. As for BATB I’m starting to really enjoy it. Last season not so much but Season 2 is turning around alot of action, dark, drama, romance all in one
Sonia Sanchez
October 20, 2013 @ 10:12 am
Batb forever !!!
Denise
October 20, 2013 @ 10:00 am
BATB is superb – yes it is based on a long time story but this has been updated and made more relevant to our current society where social media plays such a huge part. Which is unlike the Nielsens ratings system that seems stuck in the Dark Ages – in this day and age where life is hectic and full I would say that probably 80% of viewing is done later either through DVR or online. Why? Because more often than not we don’t have time to watch live but we do want to watch our shows so we make sure we do – but later. To determine a show’s true worth – social media stats must be brought to play and they MUST be the criteria that determines whether a show lives or dies – there is too much of this “one or two episodes and cancel”. Check out the worldwide fanbase not just the Americas and then make a comment based on true facts.I am sure that the world outside the archaic Nielsens ratings will surprise you.
With regards to Reign – I will probably watch one or two episodes later to see what it is like but I for one prefer historical stories such as this to stick to facts with a little bit of licence NOT total licence. Then again maybe I as a UK viewer are spoilt by the fact that UK shows of a historical nature (of which we have had a lot) stick to fact and still make excellent shows – Downton Abbey being a current example and The Tudors being a previous one to name just two of many.
My opinion – the best show at the moment is Beauty and the Beast and long may it Reign!!!
anna
October 20, 2013 @ 10:49 am
lol love your last line! i am from the UK too btw
Moni
October 20, 2013 @ 9:48 am
Batb for sure
e@n
October 20, 2013 @ 9:33 am
BATB hands down. Season 2 is off to a spectacular start~ great visuals ~ stunning stunt sequences~ tighter editing ~ much better writing ~ killer pace ~ pardon the pun but the show is a totally different Beast this season and definitely appointment TV. Such a dynamic fun multiracial cast in a sublimely romantic and edgy setting keeps me invested in the characters and their stories every new episode. I pray to the TV Gods that BATB will bring in the ratings it so deserves ~ Nielsen ratings are ridiculously outdated and do not reflect the true worth of this GEM of a show which has a passionate and devoted WORLDWIDE FANBASE. I want to keep watching my favorite show for many more seasons to come and I won’t be able to do that if the ratings don’t improve since that’s all the network cares about. Season 2 has stepped up its game on all levels ~ CW NEEDS to start promoting this show the way it deserves and not treat it like a stepchild. Anyone reading this who’s interested in drama action mythology LOLs and an epic love story ~ watch BATB ~ you’ll be hooked for sure.
Karin
October 20, 2013 @ 9:36 am
Amen e@n. I’m far away in Australia and am more passionate about this show than anything else in my life that came before (well except maybe for my daughter) but from an entertainment point of view, NOTHING beats BATB (or Jay Ryan)…
e@n
October 20, 2013 @ 9:46 am
Exactly Karin~ BATB is NOT even airing in my country and yet I am online every day sleep derived tweeting taking part in polls urging others to watch and I am just one of MANY MANY BEASTIES using any means possible to promote BATB because it is SO DARN GOOD.
Zuzu
October 20, 2013 @ 9:49 am
Hey I’m Australian too!! Loved Jay in ‘Offspring’ and ‘Sea Patrol’ but he is just way off the charts sexy and talented in the role of Mr. Vincent Keller. Need him on my screen forever and ever!
Ina Wegerif
October 20, 2013 @ 4:17 pm
@Ean I totally agree! No other words needed here but BATB FOREVER!
Mercedes
October 20, 2013 @ 9:33 am
I sincerely believe that “Beauty and the Beast” is a great series. I think it has everything what viewers can expect from a quality TV product. It has action and emotion, is passion and entertainment, has intrigue and unrest, have love and friendship, you laugh and smile, and has witty dialogue, strong characters, fun and exciting situations. It has a lovely light, playing as another character. It looks intense that dazzle. It has a lot of gestures (JT is a master at that). I think it’s fantastic and I sincerely believe that CW should invest heavily in this series. Do not follow someone that has not seen. If you see her, you follow.
It is intricately equipment. The product is excellent.
Angela Paraboschi
October 20, 2013 @ 9:31 am
BATB is better for script, romance, chemistry, it must also fight with a double airing close that causes problems to ratings, I do not undertand this choise of CW, Move it on monday as is give it to lions
Jarneen
October 20, 2013 @ 9:31 am
Is there any other show on TV other than Beauty and the Beast? I don’t know of any other show to have (outdated) ratings as high as it is with next to no advertising or promotion. Just imagine what it would do if it had the advertising thrown at it like some of the CW’s other shows. To do as well as it does in an outdated rating system, I think is a testament in itself as to how good this show is. Bring on a new ratings system I say and then you will see the true figures. The numbers you are working on now are outdated and bias.
Keely McDonough
October 20, 2013 @ 9:30 am
The problem is not the show its how the ratings are calculated. BATB is worldwide. The fact that channels fight to buy the show displays its popularity. Its won several awards and has a massive fan base. To judge a show on a rating scale is just ludicrous.
Aurel_
October 20, 2013 @ 9:29 am
BatB is a great show with an huge INTERNATIONAL fanbase. This show need to be more promoted !! Beasties will be always there to help “their” show but we can’t do it alone ! I hope the CW will support better BatB this year !!
Aninha
October 21, 2013 @ 5:25 pm
I totally agree with you Aurel!
Karin
October 20, 2013 @ 9:22 am
I get really frustrated with Nielsen Ratings because they reflect such a small % of the TV watching population. In today’s world it’s simply not just about the television in the room – it’s online, it’s social media buzz, as well as the ferociously loyal fandom. It ALL has to be taken into account and that is where Nielsen falls incredibly short. It’s an internet world and far more of that world needs to be taken into account. If that was the case, Beauty and the Beast would win every poll going (it generally does) and scream to the top of all charts but it doesn’t because of an antiquated/archaic system of ratings. Please TV stations, jump into the 21st Century and take EVERYTHING into account. Then BATB would get 10+ seasons. The acting is amazing, the story epic and the chemistry between the two leads just sizzles. I’ve never in my life been this passionate about a TV show – ask any Beastie and they will tell you it’s out of character. Once it gets under your skin it doesn’t let go. Watch to see what the love is all about. There are way worse shows on TV (I know, it’s subjective) but there really are. This show doesn’t deserve a short life because of a traditional way of watching TV. Long may BATB reign!
Amber
October 20, 2013 @ 9:26 am
Totally agree!!! BATB
Ina Wegerif
October 20, 2013 @ 4:15 pm
I totally agree with Karin. I’ve talked about the outdated rating system too. I already loved S1 but S2 is even better. BatB deserves many more seasons. The cast, crew and writers are amazing! I’ve never been this hooked on a TV show before! It gets under your skin! And the huge national and international fanbase (I’m an international fan myself) says it all! I just love Beauty & the Beast so bring on many more seasons. BATB FOREVER!
Vainie
October 22, 2013 @ 8:51 am
I agree with Karin and Ina. CW should not ignore the international fanbase. Like Ina, I’m an international fan and I live in Asia. Though I’ve been watching BATB S1 & S2 via the internet, I also support the show by watching S1 again on my country’s cable tv channel RTL CBS Entertainment HD. Hope CW makes the right decision not to cancel BATB!
Jarneen
October 20, 2013 @ 11:54 pm
Amen Sister
Kim
October 22, 2013 @ 5:23 pm
Very succinctly put Karin, and so true! Now let’s just see if they listen to us. I am so sick of the crap that gets season after season while they cancel shows that deserve to be on.
Mercedes
October 20, 2013 @ 9:18 am
Creo sinceramente que “Beauty and the Beast” es una gran serie. Yo creo que tiene todo lo que los espectadores podemos esperar de un producto televisivo de calidad. Tiene acción y emoción, tiene pasión y entretenimiento, tiene intriga e inquietud, tiene amor y amistad, tiene risa y sonrisa, y tiene diálogos ingeniosos, personajes potentes, situaciones emocionantes y divertidas. Tiene una luz preciosa, que juega como otro personaje. Tiene miradas intensas que deslumbran. Tiene muchísima gestualidad (JT es un maestro en eso). Yo creo que es fantástica y creo, sinceramente, que CW debería apostar con fuerza por esta serie. No la sigue quien no la ha visto. Si la ves, la sigues.
Es mágnifico el equipo. Es excelente el producto.
Karen Barnes
October 20, 2013 @ 9:13 am
Beauty and the Beast may be an old story but it has never been told like this before! A new season and an even fresher take with a fast paced, more exciting script has me on tenterhooks waiting for the next episode. The cast led by the ever so gorgeous “beast” Jay Ryan and “beauty” Kristen Kreuk give some stellar acting performances and are supported by the lovely Nina Lisandrello, the suave Sendhil Ramamurthy and comedic genius Austin Basis. All this show needs is some decent publicity and promotion. BatB has a loyal following and I wouldn’t want to be in the shoes of the person who cancelled it.
Emlhooper
October 21, 2013 @ 4:21 am
Agree with you Karen
kg88
October 20, 2013 @ 9:12 am
Didn’t like Reign. . Batb on the other hand has me wishing my weekends away so that Monday will come around! Its progressed so much and coming into the second season I feel that the show has really found its legs. They’ve really brought their A game and I hope that the CW supports it with more advertising and perhaps its old time slot. The actors are great and its fast paced so we arent tuning into the same story week after week!
Amber
October 20, 2013 @ 9:12 am
BATB… it is such a wonderful show, it has an amazing cast and crew!!! Season 1 was great, but season 2 is even better, and it has only just begun. I really hope it doesn’t get cancelled, i would be devastated! it is one of the best show EVER!!!! BATB has an amazing fanbase #BEASTIES, who are always behind the show!! sadly, the rating to do reflect how much we love this show! Also, there are many international fans aswell, like myself :) I think more promotion of this FANTASTIC show wouldn’t hurt either.. just saying :D
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October 20, 2013 @ 9:00 am
Beauty and the Beast has shifted up a gear this season. With new writers and directors the show has a completely different feel to it this season. I’m hoping viewer will take the time to give it a chance and not be swayed by the low ratings of episodes 1 and 2. Some more promotion and advertising couldn’t hurt either.
Angie Redding
October 20, 2013 @ 8:49 am
BATB grew through S1 and is bigger and better in S2. We all know the ratings system is outdated and doesn’t reflect true TV viewing. I just hope it can survive S2 to be around when online viewing gets counted in fall 2014. It would be a tragedy if the show got cancelled so soon….I have never seen such a loyal fanbase….and are people forgetting it WON the PEOPLES choice for BEST NEW DRAMA last year – that’s the PEOPLE speaking and not a guess by Nielsen from a few households!
Maggie
October 20, 2013 @ 12:41 pm
Angie you hit the nail on th head! Well said! Totaally agree.CW PLEASE NOTE.
Samantha Wolf
October 20, 2013 @ 2:28 pm
100% Agree hope our comments get seen by CW
Sarah Köppen
October 20, 2013 @ 3:15 pm
Amen Angi. You told it!
Ina Wegerif
October 20, 2013 @ 4:03 pm
I totally agree with Angie. What more is there to say. BatB is the best and deserves more promotion and viewers and a better rating system!
Loca Dannii
October 20, 2013 @ 5:36 pm
OMG. If I see you, I would kiss you ! So true . CW Thinking we were born yesterday.
Zuzu
October 20, 2013 @ 8:30 am
BATB! Season 1 was good but this season has shown great and vast improvement in writing and production. It has a huge international fan following and you just can’t beat the chemistry that the two leads have.
Its unfortunate that it has a LOT of competition on Mondays, including football.
I hope people give it a chance again!
anna
October 20, 2013 @ 7:38 am
watched reign, not impressed. too shallow, poor acting by lead.. BATB has really grown on me, the show is a different show this season, so much better. if ratings do not improve for BATB it will probably get cancelled which is a shame, it is such a different, beautiful show and deserves renewal