ABC Gives "Body of Proof" a Premiere Date

Dana Delany's new drama "Body of Proof" will premiere Tuesday at 10 p.m. March 29, replacing "Detroit 1-8-7."

It's unclear how many episodes ABC has to air. If it's the typical 13 episode order, then the show would run into the summer season. However, one thing is clear, "Detroit 1-8-7's" chances of renewal are looking slim to none.

Here is the official press release from ABC.

NEW ABC DRAMA “BODY OF PROOF” TO DEBUT TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2011

The Series Will Air Tuesdays at 10:00 p.m., Following the 18-Episode Run of “Detroit 1-8-7”

“Body of Proof,” the new one-hour drama starring Dana Delany, will premiere TUESDAY, MARCH 29(10:00-11:00 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.

Dr. Megan Hunt (Dana Delany) is a brilliant neurosurgeon whose world is turned upside down when an accident puts an end to her time in the operating room. In her new career as a Medical Examiner, she is determined to solve the puzzle of who or what has killed the victims. Along the way, Megan finds that their lives and the lessons they hold can be applied to her own personal journey of redemption and forgiveness.

“Body of Proof” stars Dana Delany as Dr. Megan Hunt, Jeri Ryan as Dr. Kate Murphy, John Carroll Lynch as Detective Bud Morris, Nicholas Bishop as Peter Dunlop, Sonja Sohn as Detective Samantha Baker, Geoffrey Arend as Dr. Ethan Gross and Windell D. Middlebrooks as Dr. Curtis Brumfield.

The series was created by Christopher Murphey and executive-produced by Murphey, Matthew Gross and Sunil Nayar. “Body of Proof” is produced by ABC Studios.

Cancellation Watch: Which of your Favorite Shows are Nearing Cancellation

Fringe

Why it's in Danger: This season, "Fringe" has fallen below a 2.0 adult 18-49 rating on several occasions. Plus, a move to Fridays never bodes well for a show.

Saving Grace: If it can maintain around a 2.0 on Fridays, it might survive to next season.

No Ordinary Family

Why it's in Danger: Since the super hero drama's strong premiere, it's steadily been declining in the key demographic.

Saving Grace: Most of ABC's news shows aren't doing well, and the network won't cancel all of their new shows.

The Event

Why it's in Danger: "The Event" premiered with a 3.6 adult 18-49 rating. It's last new episode garnered a 1.7 18-49 rating. The show is sinking fast.

Saving Grace: Much like ABC, none of NBC's new shows have been big hits, and NBC is doing all it can to make "The Event" a permanent fixture on its schedule.

Human Target

Why it's in Danger: Its second season premiere only saw a 1.8 adult 18-49 rating.

Saving Grace: FOX has faith in the show, giving it the post Idol spot on Wednesdays.

CSI: NY/CSI: Miami

Why it's in Danger: Both of these CSI spinoffs have seen their ratings drop since they both moved to new time-slots.

Saving Grace: CBS won't cancel both, but look for one of them to be gone next season.

Detroit 1-8-7

Why it's in Danger: Since its premiere it's consistently received below a 2.0 adult 18-49 rating.

Saving Grace: Most of ABC's news shows aren't doing well, and the network won't cancel all of their new shows.

Chase

Why it's in Danger: A 1.2 adult 18-49 rating. Need I say more.

Saving Grace: It's sure to be cancelled unless the midseason move to Wednesdays does wonders.

Tuesday Night's Over Night Ratings: "Detroit 1-8-7" Passes "Parenthood"

Last night "Detroit 1-8-7" scored the same 1.9 adult 18-49 rating as "Parenthood," but had more viewers coming in second for the 10p.m. timeslot.

Below are the overnight ratings. For more information, click here.

Time	Net	Show	18-49 Rating/Sh	Viewers (Millions)
8:00	CBS	NCIS	4.2/12	19.08
	NBC	Biggest Loser	2.3/7	6.71
	ABC	No Ordinary Family	2.2/6	7.41
	FOX	Glee (R)	2.0/6	5.55
	CW	One Tree Hill	1.0/3	1.91
9:00	CBS	NCIS: Los Angeles	3.9/10	15.98
	ABC	Dancing with the Stars	3.1/8	15.27
	NBC	Biggest Loser	2.7/7	7.32
	FOX	Rasing Hope (R)	1.7/4	4.35
	CW	Life Unexpected	0.7/2	1.53
9:30	FOX	Running Wilde	1.2/3	3.01
10:00	CBS	The Good Wife	2.6/7	12.23
	ABC	Detroit 1-8-7	1.9/5	8.29
	NBC	Parenthood	1.9/5	4.89

Tuesday Night's Over Night Ratings: "Detroit 1-8-7" Drops More

Last night ABCs "Detroit 1-8-7" dropped to a 1.7 adult 18-49 rating. This is still better than "The Whole Truth," but neither show will be a permanent fixture on ABCs schedule.

Below is a look at how last nights shows fared, for more info, click here.

Time	Net	Show	18-49 Rating/Sh	Viewers (Millions)
8:00	FOX	Glee	4.5/14	10.76
	CBS	NCIS	3.7/11	19.48
	ABC	No Ordinary Family	2.6/8	8.93
	NBC	Biggest Loser	2.3/7	6.47
	CW	One Tree Hill	1.0/3	1.99
9:00	CBS	NCIS: Los Angeles	3.4/9	16.19
	ABC	Dancing With the Stars	3.2/9	16.41
	NBC	Biggest Loser	2.7/7	7.15
	FOX	Rasing Hope	2.6/7	6.27
	CW	Life Unexpected	0.8/2	1.59
9:30	FOX	Running Wilde	1.8/5	4.07
10:00	CBS	The Good Wife	2.5/7	12.67
	NBC	Parenthood	2.0/6	5.15
	ABC	Detroit 1-8-7	1.8/5	8.29