Morris Chestnut Thanks Fans As 'Watson' Gets Renewed For Season 2

Morris Chestnut Expresses Gratitude to Fans

Listen, folks, I gotta tell you something. Morris Chestnut, that charismatic actor we all know and love, took a moment to thank all the fans who helped make the CBS show Watson a hit. Now that the series has been renewed for a second season, Chestnut wanted to make sure everyone knew how much their support meant to him and the entire team.

In a heartfelt message shared on his Instagram account, Morris, who’s been in the business for over three decades, said, “Hey, I just wanted to pop in for a second to say a huge thank you to all the amazing people who watched and supported our show. Every single person on this project—from the cast to the crew, the writers, and everyone else—worked tirelessly to bring you the best entertainment possible.”

It’s All About the Fans

And here’s the thing, folks. Morris didn’t stop there. He wanted to make sure everyone knew that the show’s success wasn’t just about the studio’s support—it was about the fans. “The studio has been amazing, but none of this would’ve happened without you, the fans, tuning in and showing your love for the show,” Chestnut added. “We’re pumped about Watson season 2, and we’re going to give it our all to make it even bigger, stronger, faster, and way more entertaining next year.”

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Not only did Morris share this message in the video, but he also expressed his gratitude in the caption of his Instagram post. “Thank you all so much for the love and support. I can’t wait for Season 2 of Watson on CBS,” he wrote, making sure his fans knew just how much their loyalty meant to him.

Breaking Records and Making Waves

Now, let’s talk numbers for a moment, because Watson didn’t just do well—it crushed it. The first episode of the show pulled in an impressive 18.7 million multi-platform viewers, making it CBS’ most-watched scripted episode of the 2024-25 TV season. And it didn’t stop there. Each episode averaged 6.8 million total viewers (including Live+7 playback), placing the series as the seventh most-watched drama aired by CBS this season.

What’s Next for Watson?

On March 26, CBS officially announced that the hit freshman drama Watson would be returning for a second season, airing during the 2025-2026 TV season. And if you’re wondering, you’ll be able to stream it on Paramount+ too. Morris Chestnut reprises his role as Dr. John Watson, a character who finds himself navigating life a year after the tragic passing of his close friend and partner, Sherlock Holmes.

In the series, Watson returns to his medical career at a clinic specializing in rare diseases, but as they say, old habits die hard. “His old life isn’t done with him yet,” according to IMDB. Alongside Morris, the cast includes Eve Harlow, Peter Mark Kendall, Inga Schlingmann, Ritchie Coster, and Rochelle Aytes, making this ensemble a dream team.

Morris Talks About the Show's Heart and Soul

In a chat with VIBE, Morris opened up about the duality of his character. “What I love about this show is that I’m not just teaching young doctors about medicine; we’re also detectives. There’s so much more to it than just practicing medicine. It’s about solving mysteries and helping people in ways that go beyond the clinic,” he explained.

Morris also shared his vision for the show’s atmosphere. “I want everyone who steps onto our set, which is like our home, to feel welcome and respected. It’s important to me that we create a space where everyone feels valued and appreciated,” he continued, highlighting the importance of fostering a positive environment on set.

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What’s on CBS’ Horizon?

With the green light for Watson, CBS has now confirmed several renewals, including Tracker, Fire Country, NCIS, NCIS: Origins, NCIS: Sydney, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, Elsbeth, Hollywood Squares, Matlock, Survivor, The Amazing Race, and FBI. Fans of Watson can expect more details about the season 2 premiere soon, but in the meantime, catch the next episode on March 30 at 9 p.m. ET. The episode, titled “A Variant of Unknown Significance,” will feature a cameo from Whoopie Van Raam.