Introduction
CBS has dropped a bombshell for TV fans, announcing the end of yet another beloved series, The Neighborhood, just months after bidding farewell to Blue Bloods after 14 seasons. The network revealed that The Neighborhood, led by the charismatic Cedric the Entertainer, will conclude with its eighth season in 2025. This latest cancellation has left viewers reeling, but there’s a silver lining: a potential spinoff is in the works. Here’s everything you need to know about this surprising TV shake-up and what’s next for CBS.
CBS Pulls the Plug on The Neighborhood
A Final Season for a Comedy Classic
After seven successful seasons, The Neighborhood will wrap up with its eighth installment, set to air in the 2025-2026 broadcast season. The sitcom, which follows the heartfelt and hilarious journey of a white family adjusting to life in a predominantly Black Los Angeles neighborhood, has been a staple of CBS’s Monday night lineup. Cedric the Entertainer’s impeccable comedic timing as Calvin Butler has anchored the show, earning it a loyal fanbase since its 2018 debut.
CBS praised the show’s “brilliant cast and creative team” in a statement, highlighting how it delivered “levity, laughter, and poignant storylines” to audiences. Yet, the decision to end the series has sparked mixed emotions among fans, with many taking to social media to express their disappointment over losing another cherished program so soon after Blue Bloods.
Why Is CBS Canceling The Neighborhood?
While CBS didn’t explicitly state a reason, the cancellation aligns with a broader trend of the network refreshing its lineup. The Neighborhood was notably absent from last month’s renewal announcements, fueling speculation about its fate. Industry insiders suggest that declining viewership or a shift toward new programming—like the upcoming Blue Bloods spinoff—may have influenced the decision. Still, the show’s legacy as a family-friendly comedy with cultural resonance remains undeniable.
A Glimmer of Hope: Spinoffs on the Horizon
The Neighborhood’s Backdoor Pilot
Fans need not despair entirely. CBS is softening the blow with plans for a spinoff. The Season 7 finale, airing later this year, will double as a “backdoor pilot,” introducing Marty (Marcel Spears) and Malcolm (Sheaun McKinney) as they relocate to Venice Beach. This new series, already greenlit for Paramount+, promises fresh adventures with a cast including Justin Long and Hunter King, keeping the Neighborhood universe alive.
More CBS Spinoffs in Development
CBS isn’t stopping there. Another spinoff, Crutch, starring Tracy Morgan as Calvin’s cousin Francois “Frank” Crutchfield, is also in the pipeline for Paramount+. Announced in May 2024, this series will explore Frank’s life as an empty nester disrupted by his adult children moving back home. These projects signal CBS’s commitment to expanding its comedy franchises, even as it retires fan favorites.
Conclusion
The cancellation of The Neighborhood marks the end of an era for CBS comedy lovers, following hot on the heels of Blue Bloods’ departure. Yet, with Season 8 on the way and exciting spinoffs in development, there’s still plenty to look forward to. As CBS reshapes its roster, fans are left wondering: which beloved show might be next? Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving TV landscape—and prepare to say a bittersweet goodbye to The Neighborhood in 2025.
