The CW Doubles Down on Zombies and Superheroes for Fall Lineup

The CW is doubling down on zombies and superheroes this fall with its primetime lineup, including a new comic book-inspired show called Flash and the renewal of its popular Vampire Diaries spinoff The Originals.

The network’s lineup for the fall is once again heavily focused on the popular supernatural trend and made room for new shows by canceling The Carrie Diaries, the inspired prequel to HBO' Sex and the City.

During the CW's Upfront presentation in New York City on Thursday, executives said this is the network's most-watched season in three years across every demographic, in large part due to its focus on zombies and apocalyptic themes Read more...