THE REVOLUTION has been panned by critics, and was a flop in its first four days in the metered markets:Monday, January 16
Lead-in: 2.3/ 6
THE REVOLUTION: 1.9/ 5
Tuesday, January 17
Lead-in: 1.9/ 6
THE REVOLUTION: 1.5/ 5
Wednesday, January 18
Lead-in: 2.0/ 6
THE REVOLUTION: 1.5/ 5
Thursday, January 19
THE REVOLUTION: 1.3/4
Below is one of our favorite reviews of the show that replaced beloved soap ONE LIFE TO LIVE:
Chicago Sun-Times: ‘The Revolution’ unfortunately will be televised
"What it actually delivers — besides one long Macy’s commercial — is a bunch of platitudes, lame tips ('embrace color'), television’s millionth makeover and advice from the no-duh handbook."
Of course it's all about the bottom line for ABC who feel they can make as much or more money by putting out a cheaper show with lower ratings. Time will tell on the profit margins but there's little doubt THE REVOLUTION will develop the type of brand loyalty ONE LIFE generated since 1968.
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