Poppa’s House Cancelled: CBS Pulls the Plug on Damon Wayans & Damon Jr. Sitcom

And its end scene on the Wayans' family comedy. Poppa’s House cancelled by CBS. The high-profile sitcom starring comedy legend Damon Wayans and his son, Damon Wayans Jr. only lasted one season as the network has decided not to renew the show.

Poppa’s House premiered on CBS in October 2024, riding a wave of excitement thanks to its star power and multi-generational comedy appeal. The show followed Poppa, a beloved radio personality played by Damon Wayans, who clashes with his progressive, overachieving adult son, Junior (Damon Wayans Jr.), after they unexpectedly begin working together. What seemed like a great concept with well known funny men, the show just fell flat on the writing unfortunately.

The series focused on family dynamics with workplace comedy, attempting to show the perspectives of old school and new school, between father and son; a formula that initially earned the show a full-season pickup of 18 episodes.

No official word as to why the show has been axed but despite a strong premiere, viewership numbers declined regularly throughout the season. According to Nielsen data, the show struggled to maintain a consistent audience, especially among key demographics like 18–49-year-olds.

The Wayans family are royalty in Hollywood. From the early days on In Living Color to My Wife and Kids, Damon Wayans and the fam have consistently delivered iconic television. His team-up with his son Damon Jr., a rising star in his own right seemed like the right move.

While Poppa’s House may be over, don’t expect this to be the last we see of the duo.

CBS also cancelled The Summit, the reality competition series after one season as well. Only show left that CBS has to decide its fate on is The Equalizer starring Queen Latifah.

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