Final Season Of ‘Mad Men’ To Air In Two Parts
By Angie Han/Sept. 17, 2013 12:07 pm EST
In a statement, AMC president Charlie Collier cited Breaking Bad’s recent record-high ratings as proof that the split final season model could work. “This approach has worked well for many programs across multiple networks, and, most recently for us with Breaking Bad which attracted nearly double the number of viewers to its second half premiere than had watched any previous episode,” he said.
Series creator Matthew Weiner also voiced his support for the move, saying he hoped the extra time would allow Season 5 to “resonate a little bit longer in the minds of our audience.” He added, “The writers, cast and other artists welcome this unique manner of ending this unique experience.”
