CBS Shake-Up: Vampire Comedy Wins as The Tillbrooks Gets Cut

The graveyard shift at CBS just got a lot more crowded, and no, we aren't talking about another CSI spin-off set in a morgue. In a move that proves the network is still chasing that supernatural high, CBS has officially handed a series order to the vampire comedy Eternally Yours. Meanwhile, in a blow to fans of 19th-century corsets and Grey’s Anatomy royalty, the Kate Walsh-led period piece The Tillbrooks has been left at the altar.

It seems the Eye Network has decided that blood-sucking domestic disputes are a safer bet than satirical high-society snobbery. Here is everything you need to know about the network’s latest programming shuffle and why your Tuesday nights are about to get a lot toothier.

A "Pulseless" Marriage with Actual Bite

If you’ve ever felt like your long-term relationship was stuck in a rut, try being married for 500 years. Eternally Yours comes from the creative minds of Joe Port and Joe Wiseman, the same duo that turned Ghosts into a certified juggernaut.

The single-camera comedy stars Ed Weeks (The Mindy Project) and Allegra Edwards (Upload) as Charles and Liz, a vampire couple whose spark has long since faded into a monotonous routine of eternal boredom. The real "stake" through the heart of their domestic bliss? Their daughter, played by Helen J. Shen, decides to bring home a human boyfriend (Jaren Lewison).

The supporting cast is rounded out by heavy hitters like Rose Abdoo and Parker Young, suggesting CBS is doubling down on the "ensemble comedy with a twist" formula that has served them so well recently. It’s essentially The Munsters meets Modern Family, but with significantly more sunscreen and existential dread.

Sorry, Kate Walsh: The Regency Era is Cancelled

While the vampires are celebrating, the tea has gone cold for The Tillbrooks. Despite having a pedigree that included Kate Walsh and the always-hilarious Rhys Darby, CBS decided to pass on the multi-cam pilot.

Set in 19th-century England, the show was intended to be a satirical look at the social climbing and absurdity of the landed gentry. Perhaps the network felt that the "eat the rich" trope was a bit overcooked, or maybe they just didn't think a multi-cam format could capture the nuance of a Georgian-era snub. Either way, Walsh’s return to the sitcom world will have to wait for another day.

The Strategy Behind the Scrapping

CBS is tightening its belt, and with Ghosts already anchoring their "supernatural comedy" brand, Eternally Yours feels like a natural companion piece. It’s a proven vibe that skews slightly younger than their traditional multi-cam fare, which usually relies on laugh tracks and living room couches.

By opting for the single-camera vampire hook over a traditional period sitcom, CBS is clearly prioritizing high-concept hooks that play well on streaming platforms like Paramount+.

What’s Next?

As we head into the 2026-27 season, the comedy landscape is shrinking, but the quality of these high-concept swings remains high. Whether Eternally Yours can capture the same lightning-in-a-bottle charm as Ghosts remains to be seen, but with this cast, we’re willing to give it a nibble.

What do you think of the CBS lineup? Are you ready for a vampire midlife crisis, or are you mourning the loss of a Kate Walsh/Rhys Darby powerhouse duo? Let us know in the comments below!