The network of The Walking Dead and Better Call Saul took a swing with the female-centric Dietland, starring Joy Nash and Julianna Margulies, but the series had a hard time drawing a wide audience. The network brass explored different options for keeping the show alive but in the end pulled the plug.
Season 1 averaged a paltry 203k adults 18-49 in live+3 ratings. It started with 262k in adults 18-49 for the premiere, slipping to a 158k in 18-49 for the finale.
“Dietland is bold, original and brave,” AMC said in a statement. “We are beyond proud of our partnership with Marti Noxon, Joy Nash, Juliana Margulies, Skydance and everyone else involved in bringing Sarai Walker’s story to the screen. Similarly, Aisha Tyler and our friends at Embassy Row delivered a unique companion show that led with fresh voices and important topics. “Dietland garnered critical acclaim and passionate fans but unfortunately we will not be able to continue with a second season.”
Erin Darke had this to say via twitter
I’m so sad that I don’t get to spend another winter with these people and that we don’t get to explore this story more. I’m also sad that my experiences in this industry the last few years leave me with a feeling that women’s stories are often given less of a chance to succeed. https://t.co/M3UGhBismU
— Erin Darke (@ErinMayaDarke) September 20, 2018