CBS Renews 'Watson' for Second Season Following Strong Ratings
'Watson,' starring Morris Chestnut, will return for a second season after its premiere became the most-watched scripted episode of the 2024-25 season.
- CBS officially announced the renewal of 'Watson' for a second season on March 26, 2025, citing strong weekly viewership averaging 6.79 million viewers.
- The series premiere on January 26, 2025, was the most-watched scripted episode of the 2024-25 season, solidifying the show's success.
- 'Watson' reimagines the classic Sherlock Holmes universe, focusing on Dr. John Watson solving medical mysteries after Holmes's death.
- Morris Chestnut stars as Dr. Watson, with Randall Park guest-starring as Professor James Moriarty in the first season, which concludes with a two-part finale on May 4 and May 11, 2025.
- The show, blending medical drama with investigative storytelling, aligns with CBS's broader strategy of leveraging familiar properties while introducing fresh narratives.
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