The Closer is closing out its run on TNT after its seventh season in 2011
"It's impossible to fully express our appreciation to Kyra Sedgwick, series creator James Duff and all of the other talented people who brought The Closer to TNT viewers," said Steve Koonin, president of Turner Entertainment Networks. "The Closer was a pivotal series in setting a new course for TNT's original programming, while also serving as a prime example of the storytelling strength possible on cable television."
"I cannot fathom how difficult it will be to say goodbye to the incredible family we've created on The Closer," Sedgwick said. "I will always be grateful to James Duff for his love and friendship, as well as for creating such a rich and complex character who I have loved living with year after year. Mike, Greer, Rick and all of our outstanding cast and crew are forever in my heart. I want to thank TNT and Warner Bros. Television, as well as the incredible fans of The Closer, for all of their unwavering support over the last seven years."
The Closer proved to be a resounding success after its debut on TNT in 2005. The series - which is produced for TNT by The Shephard/Robin Company, in association with Warner Bros. Television - was created by Duff, who serves as executive producer with Greer Shephard, Michael M. Robin, Rick Wallace and Sedgwick. In its seventh and final season in 2011, The Closer will reach its 100th episode. Production of the 15-episode season will start in spring 2011.
"Kyra Sedgwick has distinguished herself not only as an extraordinary actress, but as a remarkable set leader and presence on The Closer," said Peter Roth, president of Warner Bros. Television. "The series has literally changed the face and course of both TNT and Warner Bros. Television, and we will always be grateful for all that she has contributed toward that success."
"Kyra blazed a new trail in the television landscape with her performance as Brenda Leigh Johnson," said Michael Wright, executive vice president and head of programming for TNT, TBS and Turner Classic Movies (TCM). "Like her many fans, we will miss her terribly, and we will be forever grateful for the time we got to spend with her."
The Closer is currently in the midst of concluding its sixth season. This past summer, the series was the foundation of TNT's strong Monday night lineup, which featured the introduction of the new hit series Rizzoli & Isles.
The Closer and Rizzoli & Isles currently rank as basic cable's top two series of all time. In 2010, both series averaged more than 8 million viewers, marking a first for a basic cable network. The Closer also kept up the pace by growing its deliveries compared to season five.
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Angel Leandra Otten
It's too bad The Closer is gonna lose Kyra. She is such a dynamic actor and she commands every scene. I will miss her and hope that Major Crimes will also be a success.
As for Rizzoli & Isles after watching one episode I will not watch this show again. Harmon is such a stiff actor with no range and that voice UGH! Please! This show might make the boys all hot and bothered but people who enjoy watching good acting will wise up and look for a program that entertains.
9 months agoby @Angel-Leandra-OttenFlag
Dan
It's been a couple months, might be time to watch BSG again. Or I may wait until just before Blood and Chrome starts up, for a refresher. I've never seen a Sci-Fi show of it's caliber before. Every episode was perfect in my mind.
1 year agoby @dan1Flag
Lane
Damn skippy. :)
What cracks me up is everytime McDonnell's character does something to irritate Sedgewick and she goes "Ugh, that woman!" LOL. I'm just like hey, go easy on the President of the 12 Colonies... XD
1 year agoby @lane1Flag
Dan
All about that range, so she clearly has it.
It's like Amy Acker from Angel. She was a sweetheart for the most part when she was Fred, and then a somewhat bitch as Illyria. Shows true acting chops.
1 year agoby @dan1Flag
Lane
Hey Supes, did you know that Mary McDonnell from BSG is on this show now? She got the gig immediately after BSG wrapped up filming. I love her on this show, she plays the complete opposite of what she played on BSG: A total, cold-hearted bitch. lmao
And she's good at it too! :D
I never thought an actress so likable could play such an unlikable character. :P
1 year agoby @lane1Flag
Lane
*tear* I'll be sad to see it go. :'(
But with Jameson, uh, I mean Asst. Chief Pope leaving and/or essentially losing his job, it will be interesting to see if the show ends with Kyra's "Detective Brenda Leigh Johnson of the LAPD" actually getting his job. Either way, as long as Simmons stays on through the final season, I think the series will end on a major and perfectly executed high note. Can't wait to see how it's done! There are very few series I can say have been fun and stayed strong since the very start, and this is definitely one of them.
1 year agoby @lane1Flag
Dan
Never watched it. Oh well.
1 year agoby @dan1Flag
Emmytt
good news
1 year agoby @emmyttFlag