Board Thread:Wiki-Related Discussion/@comment-26238001-20150514213217/@comment-4453062-20150515015534

Something to keep in mind about the ratings is that TV ratings for network TV consistently keep dropping across the board every year. Many shows this Spring were doing below a 2.0, which is scary. The same ratings that were considered cancellation territory are now considered acceptable for renewal, because the bar has been lowered. With OUAT, even with its drop to an average of a 1.7, it was still the number 1 scripted show on Sundays among the broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX). I do think if we can average between a 1.5-2.2 for Season 5, it'll be enough for a Season 6. Of course contract renewals will be another factor. Certain cast members wanting to leave could pretty much mean the end of the show. For example, I don't expect OUAT would be able to excuse writing off Regina, Rumple, Emma or any of the Charmings.