Showtime Sends 'Dead Like Me' to Afterlife

According to network representatives, Showtime has pulled the plug on
its sophomore drama “Dead Like Me” after two seasons. No reason was
given for the decision to axe “Dead Like Me,” although industry
insiders speculate Showtime topper Robert Greenblatt wants to clear
some of his programming budget for newer projects.

Ratings may have also been a factor in the decision as the show’s
second season finale was seen by 622,000 viewers, down 22% from its
June 2003 debut (797,000 viewers). The series nevertheless topped the
much-hyped premiere to “Huff” last month, which scored a meager 456,000
viewers. Week two of the Hank Azaria-led drama, which was given a
second season order before it ever premiered, fared even worse with
297,000 viewers tuning in (a 35% decline).

For fans of the show, a online petition has been setup here

Source: thefutoncritic.com & tvtome.com