Donald Glover’s new show Atlanta was one of the most highly-anticipated premieres of the fall television season, and to say it exceeded expectations would be an understatement. After airing just a few episodes so far, FX has picked the show up for a second, 10-episode season.
FX says that the show, which had been in development for years, “is the best premiere of any basic-cable primetime scripted debut in more than three years” in the coveted 18-49 demo. Additionally, it is the most-watched new comedy on television for the demo since April 2014. Since premiering, the show has maintained or built on its audience in the key demos.
The network also renewed fellow freshman comedy Better Things, starring Pamela Adlon. Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, presidents of original programming for FX said, “It’s really gratifying to launch two new comedies that have received overwhelming critical acclaim right out of the gate and that are emblematic of FX’s award-winning brand. It is clear to us that Atlanta and Better Things have struck a nerve with viewers, which is a credit to Donald Glover’s vision for Atlanta and Pamela Adlon’s vision for Better Things. They, along with their spectacular casts, writers and directors, have created exceptional shows that we are incredibly proud to produce.”
While Black Twitter may have fallen off from live-tweeting Scandal, it looks like Atlanta is where it’s at and we are super excited that it’ll be back next year.
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