10 Pro-LGBT TV Programs That Were Ratings Disasters

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Monday, May 15, 2017

1. Dr. Ken

Actor Ken Jeong plays the lead role in the new series | Wikimedia Commons

Canceled after two seasons around the same time as "The Real O'Neals," the comedic series "Dr. Ken" was loosely based on the life of comedian and professional doctor Ken Jeong.

"In season 2, the show has averaged 5.1 million viewers per episode, with a 1.1 in the 18-to-49 demo, which was down from its first season," noted Entertainment Weekly.

The program featured two characters in a same-sex relationship, one played by the actor Jonathan Slavin. In an interview with Out.com before the news of the cancellation, Slavin explained that he enjoyed the role he played on "Dr. Ken."

"I am beyond thrilled to be part of a 'family' show that features my very gay character and his very gay marriage. Especially now, in this oppressive political climate that we are all living under," said Slavin.