All the NBC Shows Canceled in 2026, So Far
All the NBC Shows Canceled in 2026, So Far
Christopher RudolphMon, May 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC
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NBC has announced the fate of several series, both primetime and syndicated
Freshman comedy Stumble was canceled, along with Brilliant Minds starring Zachary Quinto
Access Hollywood, which debuted nearly 30 years ago, wasn't renewed
The 2025-2026 broadcast TV season is coming to an end, and some series — both new and old — won't be returning in the fall.
NBC has announced the fate of several shows, including a new comedy, a Law & Order spinoff and several syndicated shows as the daytime TV landscape continues to change.
"NBCUniversal is making changes to our first-run syndication division to better align with the programming preferences of local stations," Frances Berwick, chairman of Bravo & Peacock unscripted for NBCUniversal said in a statement, per The Hollywood Reporter.
She continued, "These shows have provided audiences with great talk and entertainment content for many years and we’re very proud of the teams behind them."
Here's everything to know about the NBC shows canceled in 2026, so far.
Brilliant Minds
Zachary Quinto on 'Brilliant Minds'
Credit: Pief Weyman/NBC via Getty
The second season of Brilliant Minds will be the show's last.
The series starred Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf, a neurologist who was loosely based on the work and writings of Dr. Oliver Sacks.
According to Deadline, Brilliant Minds was the lowest rated drama on NBC's linear TV schedule, "with the steepest double-digit year-to-year declines."
Reacting to the cancellation news, Al Calderón, who played Nurse Silva on season 2, posted on Instagram, writing, “Thank you, Brilliant Minds."
"What a life changing experience," he continued. "Met forever friends. Learned from the absolute best. Was reminded that my voice mattered. Learned that it’s okay to believe in yourself. Felt like I was part of something."
Stumble
Kristin Chenoweth and Monica Aldama in 'Stumble'
Credit: Matt Miller/NBC
The freshman series, Stumble, was canceled after its first season.
The mockumentary about a cheerleading team starred Jenn Lyon, Taran Killam, Jarrett Austin Brown, Anissa Borrego and Arianna Davis. It also featured Kristin Chenoweth in a recurring role.
Law & Order: Organized Crime
Christopher Meloni as Det. Elliot Stabler in 'Law & Order: Organized Crime'.
Credit: Will Hart/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty
The spinoff series, Law & Order: Organized Crime, has been canceled after five seasons.
The Christopher Meloni-led drama premiered in 2021 and featured the actor reprising his role of Elliott Stabler, who returns to work in New York City's Organized Crime bureau.
In a November 2025 PEOPLE interview, when asked if there would be a sixth season of Law & Order: Organized Crime, Meloni was unsure.
"I don't know if there's going to be another. You're asking for America. But season five is airing on NBC this fall," he said.
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Following the news of Law & Order: Organized Crime's cancellation, Meloni posted an emotional Instagram video, looking back on his time playing Stabler.
"Hey everyone, I just saw that they announced OC, Organized Crime won’t be coming back," he said in the clip. "So I wanted to take this moment to say thank you to the fans, who not only helped give the character of Elliot Stabler life and longevity, but for sticking with him and welcoming him back."
"Good ride. It was a good ride, I had a great time playing him. It was a great ride, but thank you," the actor continued. "You helped give me a career that I never dreamed of. Nearly 17 odd years."
Access Hollywood and Access Daily
'Access Hollywood'
Credit: NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
In March 2026, it was announced that Access Hollywood had been canceled after nearly 30 years on the air. The entertainment news program first debuted in 1996.
The show's current host lineup includes Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, Zuri Hall and Scott Evans.
Access Hollywood's companion series, Access Daily, was also canceled, per Billboard.
Karamo
Karamo Brown on 'Karamo'
Credit: NBC
Queer Eye star Karamo Brown's talk show, Karamo, will not be returning for a fifth season.
The news of the Karamo cancellation came a few months after Queer Eye debuted its tenth and final season on Netflix.
The Steve Wilkos Show
Steve Wilkos discusses the 'The Steve Wilkos Show'
Credit: John Lamparski/WireImage
The Steve Wilkos Show was canceled after 19 seasons on the air. It debuted in 2007.
According to Variety, The Steve Wilkos Show was the second-longest running daytime talk show in production.
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Kelly Clarkson on Season 6 of 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
Credit: Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal via Getty
In February 2026, Kelly Clarkson announced that The Kelly Clarkson Show would be coming to an end after seven seasons.
“I have been extremely fortunate to work with such an outstanding group of people at [The Kelly Clarkson Show], both in Los Angeles and New York,” she wrote in a statement posted to her Instagram account.
“There have been so many amazing moments and shows over these seven seasons," Clarkson continued. "I am forever grateful and honored to have worked alongside the greatest band and crew you could hope for, all the talent and inspiring people who have shared their time and lives with us, all the fans who have supported our show and to NBC for always being such a supportive and incredible partner."
The Emmy winner also said that "stepping away from the daily schedule" will allow her to prioritize her family.
New episodes of The Kelly Clarkson Show will continue to air through the fall.
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