Doctor Omega
Member: Rank 10
The film that spoiled it for everyone.....
I don't think the renewal has anything to do with viewing figures or quality. It's simply a "recognisable" marketing tool to sell a streaming service. I've read a number of reports that suggest that the CBS executives aren't looking for the series itself to make money (although obviously they'll be happy if it does) but are using it as a tool to get people to sign up for CBS All Access and are happy for it to be a "loss leader" if necessary.It is apparently all but confirmed, sadly. A testament, not to the quality of DISCOVERY, but of the strength of the STAR TREK label. I think that a third season, on the other hand, would be miraculous!