Will There Be A Season 5 Of In The Dark
Alright, gather ‘round, you lovely people who, like me, have spent way too many hours wondering about our favorite blind-but-way-more-perceptive-than-most detective, Murphy. Yes, I'm talking about In The Dark. We’ve navigated the murky (pun intended!) waters of D.C. with her, solving mysteries that would make Sherlock Holmes clutch his pearls and question his entire life choices. We’ve cheered, we’ve gasped, and let’s be honest, we’ve probably yelled at the TV a time or two. So, the million-dollar question, the one that keeps us up at night more than a rogue squirrel in the attic, is: Will there be a Season 5 of In The Dark?
Now, I’ve done some digging, and by “digging,” I mean I’ve hovered over my laptop like a hawk guarding its lunch, scanning articles and interviews with the intensity of Murphy herself hunting down a killer. And let me tell you, the answer is… well, it’s a bit like trying to find your keys in a dark room. You think you know where they are, but there’s always that nagging uncertainty.
The official word, the one that makes the CW accountants do a little happy jig and the fans collectively sigh, is that Season 4 was the final season. Yes, I know! Devastating, right? It’s like finding out your favorite donut shop is closing down. The world just feels a little less sweet, a little less… interesting. My cat, who usually couldn't care less about my TV habits, even seemed to sense my despair. He just blinked slowly, probably wondering if this meant more lap time or fewer dramatic pronouncements from his human.
So, on paper, that’s it. The curtain has fallen. The credits have rolled. The mystery, as far as the network is concerned, is solved. They’ve hung up their detective hats, packed away the grappling hooks (which, let’s be honest, Murphy probably wouldn't need anyway), and moved on to… well, to whatever shows the CW greenlights these days. Probably something with capes. Or more vampires. You never know.
But here’s where things get spicy. In the grand tradition of beloved shows that just won’t die, there’s always a glimmer of hope, isn’t there? Think about it. How many shows have we seen resurrected from the dead like a phoenix rising from the ashes of network cancellation? It’s practically a genre in itself these days! We’ve got shows coming back from the brink because fans went wild, flooding social media with hashtags that probably clogged the internet for a good week. Remember when everyone thought [insert name of another beloved show that got a revival here] was gone forever? Boom! Back from the dead!
And that’s the spirit that keeps us In The Dark fans alive. We’re a resilient bunch. We’ve seen Murphy through a lot. We’ve seen her bumble, we’ve seen her shine, and we’ve definitely seen her get into situations that would make a seasoned spy sweat profusely. So, while the official line is "no more seasons," that doesn't mean the conversation is entirely over. It just means we have to be a little more… creative.
Think of it like this: The CW might have closed the case, but the fans haven’t. We’re like the tireless detectives who keep digging, even after the police have packed up. We’re sending out our own signals, our own little messages in bottles, hoping they’ll reach someone with the power to say, “You know what? Murphy’s story isn’t quite finished yet.”
What makes a show get a second life, you ask? Well, it’s a cocktail of things. First and foremost, it’s fan passion. Are we, the dedicated viewers, loud enough? Are we making enough noise to make the executives’ ears bleed (in a good way, of course)? If the online chatter, the petition numbers, and the sheer volume of fan theories are anything to go by, we’ve got that in spades. I’ve seen more fan art of Murphy and Jess than I have of actual, you know, famous people. And that’s saying something.
Then there’s the creative potential. Even though Season 4 tied things up (sort of), there’s always room for more. Murphy’s journey is so unique. A blind woman who’s a brilliant (albeit unconventional) detective? That’s gold! There are still so many avenues to explore. What about her life after all the crazy shenanigans? Does she finally get a moment of peace? Or does trouble find her like a magnet finds iron filings? Knowing Murphy, it's probably the latter, and frankly, we wouldn't have it any other way. Imagine the possibilities! Maybe a spin-off where she opens a detective agency for blind people? Or perhaps a Christmas special where she has to solve a holiday-themed caper? The mind boggles!
And let’s not forget the actors themselves! Perry Mattfeld, who plays Murphy, is a force of nature. She embodies the character with such grit and humor. If she were to express interest in returning, that would be a huge factor. Imagine her coming back, slightly older, slightly wiser (doubtful), and ready for another adventure. I can practically see the promo posters now. “She’s back. And she still can’t see the danger coming… literally.”
Now, for a little dose of reality, because even in a fictional world, we need to be grounded. Reviving a show is a massive undertaking. It costs money. A lot of money. And networks have to weigh the potential audience against the production costs. It’s not as simple as just saying, “Let’s make more!” It’s a business decision. And sometimes, that business decision is a hard “no.”
However, sometimes a show finds a new home. We’ve seen shows jump from one network to another, or get picked up by streaming services. Think about how many shows have been saved by platforms like Netflix, Hulu, or even Amazon Prime. Could In The Dark find a new life on a streaming service that’s hungry for compelling, character-driven stories? It’s not impossible! Stranger things have happened. Like the invention of the cronut. Or finding a parking spot in a busy city on the first try. Totally achievable, if you believe hard enough.
So, to circle back to the main question: Will there be a Season 5 of In The Dark? The official answer, as of now, is a resounding "no, not on The CW." But the unofficial answer? The answer whispered between fans, the one fueled by hope and a deep love for this wonderfully flawed protagonist? That answer is still being written. It’s in the hands of the fans, the writers, the actors, and maybe, just maybe, a network executive who’s feeling a little nostalgic and a lot brave.
Until then, what can we do? We can rewatch the old seasons, of course. We can keep talking about it online. We can share our theories, our favorite moments, and our unwavering belief that Murphy’s story deserves to continue. Because if there’s one thing we’ve learned from In The Dark, it’s that even when things seem impossible, sometimes, just sometimes, you have to keep fighting for what you believe in. And if that means a little bit of internet campaigning for a show we love, then so be it. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some hashtags to brainstorm.