And, considering how good the third season has been so far, why not? Full announcement after the jump.
AMC announced today it has renewed “Mad Men” for a fourth season. The news comes on the heels of the premiere of the series’ third season, which debuted Sunday, August 16 to unprecedented critical acclaim and attention, and garnered a record 4.5 million viewers. The series has also recently received 16 Emmy nominations – the most for any drama series – including Outstanding Drama, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama (Jon Hamm), Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama (John Slattery), and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama (Elisabeth Moss). Creator, writer and executive producer Matthew Weiner has received four out of the five nominations in the Outstanding Writing for a Drama series category. Lionsgate, the leading next generation studio, produces the series in association with AMC.
“We always saw the potential for ‘Mad Men’, and believed in and supported the series because of our strategy of developing cinematic television that complements our library of the most entertaining movies, from every genre, on television. It’s been extremely gratifying to see the show develop in to such a pop-cultural phenomenon with such a passionate fan base,” said Charlie Collier, president and general manager of AMC. “With this early fourth season renewal, we’re excited to let our audience know the captivating world of Sterling Cooper will be back on AMC again next year.”
Last season, over 30 million viewers watched 'Mad Men' on-air, on video-on-demand as well as on iTunes. The series continues to deliver the strongest concentration of upscale adults 25-54, more than any other original drama series on basic cable. “Mad Men” has consistently ranked at the top of the iTunes TV charts, and now in its third season it continues to hold the number one spot with its premiere episode.
“’Mad Men’ continues to surpass all expectations with each new season and the series has become a signature show for Lionsgate around the world,” said Kevin Beggs, Lionsgate’s president of television programming and production. “We’re gratified by this early fourth season pick-up and salute the brilliant work of Matt Weiner, the cast, the entire creative team and our partners at AMC, who share our commitment to bringing viewers distinctive original programming of the highest quality.”
“Mad Men” burst onto the scene when it debuted on AMC in July 2007 and quickly became one of the most talked about series on television. Set in 1960s New York, “Mad Men” is a sexy and provocative original drama that follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising. The series has made history as the first basic cable series ever to win the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series, and back-to-back Golden Globes® for Best Television Series – Drama. The award-winning ensemble includes: Golden Globe-winner Jon Hamm, January Jones, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, Christina Hendricks, and John Slattery and guest stars legendary stage and screen actor Robert Morse.
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Mad Men is no longer must see TV for me. Last week's episode was so slow, and boring, it couldn't hold my attention. Then I read that Matthew isn't accurate as to how people spoke back then, which is a relief. I don't recall my parents, or anyone else, talking without any emotion, dead pan style. I hope the story picks up steam and hopefully I'll get intrigued again.
Have you seen the season 3 finale!!!
Riveting stuff, could not possibly call it boring. Very happy to hear a 4th Season is onthe cards
Loved the season three finale. There's a blog post about it.
The finale episode was good but half of the season was dull.
It just was not as entertaining as the other seasons.
Also, draper is getting dull and him screwing every hole he can find is boring me
The season-ending episode for season 3 was fantastic! I had to watch it twice before I could go to bed. My only complaint was they could have had Don rush to Abigail Spencer's arms for consolation and a little romp! I hope they bring her back next season even though she's on another show too. Hey! If Jane can do it so can Abigail! I love this show, really really love it! I wish it were on HBO or Showtime so they could be a little edgier yet but as long as they keep renewing it, I'll be watching!
Here a fan from the Netherlands, just finished season 3. I cabnnot wait for season 4………… I have never such masterpiece
Great series. Could not wait to see the 4th season. Die wondering how the new company is going!