Bosch: Legacy Cancellation Exposes Amazon’s Secretive Viewing Figures and Youth Obsession

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Summary

  • Amazon doesn’t release Bosch: Legacy’s exact viewing figures, making it hard to question their decisions.
  • Bosch: Legacy’s cancellation was influenced by Amazon’s focus on appealing to younger demographics.
  • Amazon’s secretive cancellation of Bosch: Legacy may lead to the loss of existing subscribers and backlash.

The unexpected cancellation of Bosch: Legacy seven months before its third season premiere left fans and many members of the cast and crew in shock, as they had anticipated a fourth season. However, Amazon seemed unwilling to observe the performance of the third season, preferring instead to keep the genuine reasons for canceling it under wraps. Since Amazon doesn’t disclose specific viewership data for their shows, it becomes challenging for anyone to challenge their decision.

In the past, when streaming wasn’t as common, ratings data was easily accessible to those who wanted it. If Amazon were to disclose the viewership numbers for shows like Bosch: Legacy and others they’ve canceled, it would shed light on their true intentions, which is primarily targeting a younger audience, expanding their subscriber base, and boosting ad revenue.

Bosch: Legacy’s Viewership Has Clearly Been High But Amazon Doesn’t Release Any Official Ratings And There’s A Reason For That

A television show like Bosch or Bosch: Legacy wouldn’t continue for more than a decade unless their viewership was strong, and these shows serve as great examples of that. Although they are technically two separate shows, it appears Amazon decided to create a new one due to staffing changes and salary resets. In the early era of streaming, there were no advertisements, so attracting new subscribers was crucial, and the original Bosch series was an attractive draw for Amazon. However, Amazon doesn’t disclose exact viewership numbers, and they have a specific reason for keeping this information private. In a recent interview with Game Rant, Gregory Scott Cummins discussed the changes that have taken place over the years.

In simpler terms, the streaming industry operates under a distinct business structure compared to traditional network TV. Instead of solely relying on ad revenue, as was common in the past, the primary source of income came from advertising, with the Nielsen ratings determining their profitability. Essentially, higher viewership meant better ratings, which attracted advertisers willing to pay for 30-second commercials. The more viewers a show had, the more money the network would receive.

If Amazon publicly revealed their viewer ratings, it would provide a strong rebuttal against the reasoning behind canceling Bosch: Legacy. The fact that Amazon terminated Bosch: Legacy before the third season premiere suggests their true motives. Amazon’s decisions are not primarily driven by a show’s performance, but rather by what they can commercialize through advertisements. They covertly incorporated ads using Freevee, a service they later discontinued after introducing it on Prime Video.

Save Bosch: Legacy Key Points

  • Sign the petition to Save Bosch: Legacy HERE
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Amazon Has Decided To Focus Solely On The Younger Demographics And Ignore The Subscribers They Already Have Who Watch Bosch: Legacy

Amazon aimed to lead Bosch: Legacy fans into believing that the transition to the Ballard spin-off was premeditated. They thought they could transfer subscribers from Bosch: Legacy over to Ballard, while simultaneously attracting a younger audience. However, Amazon encountered an obstacle: the discerning nature of Bosch: Legacy viewers. These fans have been following Harry Bosch for more than a decade and are accustomed to ‘sit-forward television’, making them savvy investigators. Unfortunately, Amazon doesn’t seem to have disclosed the exact number of Bosch: Legacy viewers. According to Gregory Scott Cummins: “There are many people watching Bosch: Legacy, but it appears Amazon has managed to keep the precise viewership count under wraps.

Following the completion of season three of Bosch: Legacy, prior to its broadcast, there appears to have been a decision made at Amazon to conclude the series. Unfortunately, specific viewer statistics such as how many people watched it, how many Amazon members viewed it, and the number of times it was viewed remain undisclosed. These details are kept confidential.

Fans who signed up for Prime Video primarily to watch Bosch: Legacy may choose to cancel their subscriptions now that the series has ended, as they have concluded its storyline. Since Titus Welliver’s appearance in Ballard is limited to cameos, it seems reasonable to assume that Amazon is aware of potential losses in subscription numbers due to their focus on appealing to a younger audience. Cummins stated further:

You can bet they’re sharing their numbers with their advertisers.

It seems Amazon has shared the viewership numbers for the final season of Bosch: Legacy, just as they used to with Nielsen ratings in the past. This could lead to discussions about cancellation, secrecy, public relations strategies, and fan reactions.

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2025-04-29 22:14