Will we see any more ‘Underground?’

Question: I’m very disappointed that WGN America’s Underground was canceled. Any news on the chances someone else will pick it up? I imagine it’s not easy to produce with so many locations and the sets and props of a historical drama. Do you think anyone will still remember Underground come awards time? — Woody

Matt Roush: As of this moment, no updates regarding Sony’s attempts to land Underground on another cable or streaming outlet, but even the head of Tribune, when confirming the cancellation, expressed hope (somewhat disingenuously) “that this remarkable show finds another home and continues its stories of courage, determination and freedom.” As do we all. With WGNA now out of the big-budget scripted business entirely, let’s hope someone steps up, and you’d think the deep pockets of OWN, Oprah Winfrey and Discovery could give this series a new lease on life. (Maybe give one of those awful Tyler Perry series a rest for a while.)
As for awards, it’s a long shot in most categories because the field is so crowded. I’d especially like to see Aisha Hinds rewarded for her remarkable episode-length speech as Harriet Tubman, but was surprised to see that she was being submitted as a supporting rather than guest actress, as the latter field might not be quite as competitive.

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