In a significant shake-up to its daytime programming, the BBC has decided to axe the chat show 'Rosie & Chris' after a single series, marking the end of the comedy duo's foray into daytime television.
The programme, which featured comedians Rosie Jones and Chris McCausland, launched with considerable fanfare but struggled to maintain consistent audience figures throughout its run. Industry insiders suggest the show's format failed to resonate sufficiently with the BBC One daytime viewership.
Behind the Cancellation Decision
Multiple factors contributed to the show's premature demise. Sources indicate that scheduling played a crucial role, with the programme occupying a challenging afternoon slot that made audience building difficult. Additionally, the chemistry between the two presenters, while praised by some critics, didn't translate into the ratings success the corporation had hoped for.
A BBC spokesperson confirmed the decision, stating: "We're proud of the show Rosie and Chris made together and thank them and the team for all their hard work. We hope to work with both talented comedians on future projects."
What's Next for BBC Daytime?
The cancellation leaves a gap in the BBC's afternoon schedule that is expected to be filled by returning factual programming and lifestyle content. The corporation continues to experiment with new formats in the competitive daytime television landscape, though this particular experiment has clearly reached its conclusion.
Both Jones and McCausland remain under contract with the BBC for other projects, suggesting this cancellation represents a format failure rather than a broader rejection of the comedians' talents.
