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Fox Network's Renew/Cancel Predictions for the 2025-26 Season
10/20/2025, 1:32:59 PM
Overview of Current Ratings Performance
As of October 19, 2025, Fox Network's programming lineup is under scrutiny as the network evaluates its shows for potential renewal or cancellation for the upcoming television season. The analysis focuses on the ratings performance of various programs, particularly in the Adults 18-49 demographic, which is crucial for advertisers.
Monday Programming: Struggles and Stability
On Mondays, "Name That Tune" continues to struggle, maintaining a low rating of 0.14 over the past three episodes. Despite its lackluster performance and nonexistent streaming presence, Fox has historically retained the show, suggesting it may be renewed unless ratings decline significantly. Similarly, "Celebrity Weakest Link" has shown some resilience, recently rising to a 0.16 rating, although it has been negatively impacted by "Name That Tune."
Tuesday's Ratings Decline
The Tuesday lineup features "Doc," which has recently hit a series low with a rating of 0.15, falling behind "Murder in a Small Town" (0.16). While "Doc" has been a strong performer on Hulu, its current ratings indicate a disappointing season overall. Nevertheless, it remains likely to return due to its past success.
Wednesday's Consistent Performer
Wednesday's programming includes the new game show "99 to Beat," which has consistently achieved ratings above 0.20, although its latest rating of 0.21 marks a new low. This performance still positions it favorably compared to Monday and Tuesday shows, making it a strong candidate for renewal.
Sunday Lineup: A Mixed Bag
Fox's Sunday lineup features "The Simpsons," which has rebounded with a rating of 0.27, aided by a football-boosted "Treehouse of Horror" episode. Other shows like "Universal Basic Guys" and "Krapopolis" have not performed as well, with "Krapopolis" particularly underwhelming as the 9 p.m. anchor, affecting "Bob's Burgers." Despite these challenges, all four shows in the Sunday lineup have already secured renewals for the next season.
Summary of Renew/Cancel Predictions
The current predictions for Fox's programming indicate a mix of certain renewals and shows likely to be canceled. The table below summarizes the status of each show:
| Day | Show | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Name That Tune | Likely Renew |
| Celebrity Weakest Link | Likely Renew | |
| Tuesday | Doc | Certain Renew |
| Murder in a Small Town | Likely Cancel | |
| Wednesday | 99 to Beat | Likely Renew |
| Sunday | The Simpsons | Certain Renew |
| Universal Basic Guys | Likely Renew | |
| Krapopolis | Likely Cancel | |
| Bob's Burgers | Certain Renew |
Conclusion
As Fox Network assesses its programming for the 2025-26 season, the ratings landscape reveals a blend of stability and uncertainty. While some shows demonstrate resilience, others face challenges that could impact their future on the network. The upcoming weeks will be critical in determining the final renewals and cancellations.
