Coronavirus (COVID-19) Shuts Down TV: Which TV Shows Have Halted Production?

• Posted On - March 16, 2020
• By - Amandah Hancen
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The coronavirus pandemic has affected people around the world. Schools, nursing homes and even grocery stores are either closing temporarily or reducing the hours they are open. Even the entertainment industry is being affected as many television shows, daytime programs and soaps have stopped production. Here is a list of the filming interruptions so far.

Broadcast TV: ABC Shows Affected By Coronavirus

The following television shows either have delayed starts or have stopped filming temporarily due to the coronavirus pandemic. Note that this includes a variety, everything from reality TV to primetime and even a soap opera.

The Bachelorette
General Hospital
Card Sharks
Grey’s Anatomy
The Bachelorette
The Brides

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Broadcast TV: CBS Shows That Have Halted Production

There are many CBS shows that have halted production. Out of all the broadcast networks, this one has the highest number of filming interruptions. The downtime is different for each show and depends on a variety of factors. Some are taking it on a weekly basis and won’t commit to a definite return date. Others have stated that they will shut down for two weeks, one months, etc.

All Rise
The Amazing Race
Bull
FBI
FBI: Most Wanted
God Friended Me
NCIS
NCIS: Los Angeles
NCIS: New Orleans
Survivor
Young Sheldon

List of Halted Shooting For Broadcast TV: NBC

This list includes all of the production suspensions for NBC due to the coronavirus. Keep in mind that additions and changes are made all of the time, so these could change.

American Ninja Warrior
The Blacklist
Chicago P.D.
Chicago Med
Chicago Fire
Days of Our Lives
Law & Order: SVU
Superstore
New Amsterdam

Filming Interruptions For Broadcast TV: The CW

Fans will be disappointed to find out that many favorite shows are not being filmed right now due to the coronavirus. However, that doesn’t mean episodes won’t air.

Batwoman
Charmed
Dynasty
The Flash
Nancy Drew
Riverdale
Supergirl
Supernatural

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Cable TV: Production Halted

As for cable television, there are not many reported production halts so far. These do not include premium channels like HBO or Showtime.

Atlanta
Fargo
Snowfall
Fear the Walking Dead
Home & Family
Watch What Happens Live

Were any of your favorite shows on this list? What are your thoughts on production halts during a pandemic? Do you believe that they are taking proper precautionary measures or is it not necessary? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section.

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