CBS is heading into the next television season with a noticeably different lineup. While the network avoided the widespread cuts seen across parts of the broadcast industry, several familiar programs have still reached the end of their run.

From a modern medical drama and a workplace comedy to a late-night staple and a long-running sitcom, four CBS shows have officially wrapped up and will not return in 2027. Some departures were announced well in advance, while others arrived with little explanation from the network.

Here’s a closer look at the shows leaving the CBS schedule and the reasons behind their exits.

Watson Ends After Two Seasons

One of the network’s more unique dramas, “Watson,” officially came to an end after two seasons.

The series premiered in January 2025 and reimagined the Sherlock Holmes universe through a medical lens. Instead of investigating crimes, Dr. John Watson and his team tackled unusual diseases and complex medical mysteries. Morris Chestnut starred as Watson, leading a group of investigators often referred to as “doc-tectives.”

Created by Craig Sweeny, the drama completed its second season on May 3. Despite earning attention for its fresh concept, CBS did not provide a specific explanation for the cancellation.

The show was executive produced by Sweeny, Chestnut, Larry Teng, Shäron Moalem, Aaron Kaplan and Brian Morewitz.

DMV Canceled After A Single Season

CBS also decided not to move forward with “DMV.”

The workplace comedy debuted in October 2025 and centered on employees working inside an East Hollywood Department of Motor Vehicles office. The series focused on the often unpredictable interactions between staff members and customers, creating humor from everyday bureaucratic challenges.

Its cast included Harriet Dyer, Tim Meadows, Tony Cavalero, Molly Kearney, Alex Tarrant and Gigi Zumbado.

Created by Dana Klein, the show aired its final episode on May 11. Like “Watson,” CBS did not publicly explain why it chose to end the series.

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Ends A Three-Decade Franchise

Among the most significant changes to the CBS schedule is the conclusion of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”

The network announced in 2025 that the late-night program would end after the 2026 season. Executives described the decision as financial and stated that it was unrelated to ratings performance or the show’s content.

Still, questions surfaced because the announcement arrived during Paramount’s merger process with Skydance Media. Some observers wondered whether Colbert’s political commentary, particularly his criticism of President Donald Trump, had any influence on the timing. CBS, however, denied any political motivation behind the move.

The cancellation marks the end of a major chapter in late-night television history. “The Late Show” began in 1993 with David Letterman and remained a fixture on network television for more than three decades. Colbert took over the program in 2015 and hosted it until its conclusion in 2026.

During his tenure, the show earned its first two Emmy Awards in 2025, winning Outstanding Talk Series and Outstanding Directing For A Variety Series.

After the finale aired, Trump commented on Colbert’s departure through his Truth Social account.

“Colbert is finally finished at CBS. Amazing that he lasted so long!No talent, no ratings, no life. He was like a dead person. You could take any person off of the street and they would be better than this total jerk. Thank goodness he’s finally gone!”

The Neighborhood Concludes After Eight Seasons

“The Neighborhood” is also saying goodbye.

The sitcom wrapped up its run on May 11 after eight seasons and 156 episodes. Over the years, the series became one of CBS’s most reliable comedy performers, following a white Midwestern family adapting to life in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Pasadena, California.

The cast featured Cedric the Entertainer, Tichina Arnold, Max Greenfield, Sheaun McKinney, Marcel Spears, Hank Greenspan, Beth Behrs and Skye Townsend.

CBS first revealed plans to end the series in 2025, giving the comedy a final season intended to provide viewers with a proper farewell. At the time, CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach described the show as “a strong ratings performer for CBS and one of the top comedies on TV.”

Later, Cedric the Entertainer explained what contributed to the decision to end the series.

“After eight seasons, everybody needed raises and that’s when you knew, ‘Alright this show is getting ready to be done,’ ”

He said CBS was willing to increase his compensation but wanted the entire cast to benefit as well.

“You want everybody to eat with you … I’m not getting ready to be that guy where I’m just the only one eating.”

A New Era For CBS Programming

While CBS is parting ways with four recognizable titles, the network’s overall cancellation count remains relatively limited compared to some competitors. Even so, the departures represent a notable shift, particularly with the end of a late-night franchise that lasted more than 30 years and a sitcom that became a consistent ratings performer.

As CBS prepares its future lineup, viewers will be saying farewell to several familiar faces that helped define the network over the past decade.