FOX is sticking behind one of its highest rated scripted dramas. The network has renewed Empire for a fifth season.
While not the cultural phenomenon it once was, Empire is FOX’s second-most-watched drama behind Ryan Murphy’s 9-1-1 in the advertiser-coveted adults 18-49 demographic (2.9 with seven days of DVR). The renewal comes as Lee Daniels has become increasingly important to 20th TV following Ryan Murphy’s upcoming move to Netflix. Daniels’ overall with the studio expires in June, with the prolific showrunner currently in the midst of negotiating a new pact
Still to be determined is the fate of Empire sister series Star, which is considered likely to return as part of FOX’s Wednesday night block. The pairing of both shows has given their Wednesday nights a significant boost.
