Sons of Anarchy gets second season on FX
Sons of Anarchy, FX’s most successful series in delivery of adults aged 18-49 since Rescue Me, has been picked up for a second season. FX has ordered 13 more episodes from Fox 21 and FX Productions.
The biker drama has chalked very strong and consistent ratings among FX’s target demo of adults aged 18-49, averaging 3.5 million viewers. On a weekly five-telecast cume, the series is averaging 5.4 million total viewers and has retained 97% of its total viewers since premiere.
“It’s incredibly gratifying to everyone at FX in at this time when The Shield the show that got our critically acclaimed original programming brand started is airing its final season, their loyal audience has embraced Sons of Anarchy and made it a success. We’re also very proud of the day-in-day-out creative excellence the Sons of Anarchy writers and actors are bringing to the table,” said John Landgraf, President and General Manager of FX Networks.
Jane Francis, Fox21 Senior Vice President, added: “Sons of Anarchy has been a fantastic collaboration between the producers, Fox21 and FX and we are thrilled about this second season pick-up. This enormously talented cast and crew have produced a truly distinctive and remarkable television series, and viewers have responded. We couldn’t be more pleased.”
The show’s creator Kurt Sutter said: “I think the underlying themes of family and the common man’s fight against oppressive corporate greed has grabbed people’s attention. It’s relatable, it’s very timely and it’s why the audience is coming back week after week. I love the action and the dark places the show goes, but ultimately it’s the bigger, more poignant themes that inspire me.”
Created and executive produced by Sutter, Sons of Anarchy stars Charlie Hunnam, Katey Sagal and Ron Perlman. John Linson and Art Linson serve as executive producers.
The series airs Wednesdays at 10 PM ET/PT.
Here is a glimpse into the upcoming episodes:
Episode 6 “AK-51″ 10/8/08
LOGLINE: A small favor for Piney’s old war buddy turns into a big problem for SAMCRO. With Clay detained, Jax must step-up to handle the situation. Meanwhile, Gemma deals with the pangs of aging and the arrival of a familiar sweetbutt whose intentions are unclear.
Writer: Nichole Beattie
Director: Seith Mann
Episode 7 “Old Bones” 10/15/08
LOGLINE: When old bones are discovered on the outskirts of Charming, Clay is forced to deal with secrets he buried long ago. Meanwhile, the club sets its sights on prize money, backing Half-Sack in a bare-knuckle brawl. ATF agent Kohn’s investigation turns personal when his true intentions are revealed.
Writer: Dave Erickson
Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton
Episode 8 “The Pull” 10/22/08
LOGLINE: With the IRA gun payment looming, SAMCRO scrambles to come up with the cash. The Mayans and Nords take a drastic step in strengthening their alliance. And Jax finds himself in a dangerous position with Tara.
Writer: Kurt Sutter & Jack LoGiudice
Director: Guy Ferland
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