Coming back for more ‘Damages’

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“Damages” has gotten a reprieve.

Despite the legal thriller’s middling ratings, FX announced today that it has ordered two more 13-episode seasons of the Glenn Close drama. Network executives agonized over whether to renew the series, which drew plaudits from critics and attracted a loyal fan base. But with the show’s first-run episodes attracting just 2.5 million viewers, including 1.1 million in the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic, the prospects for its return were on shaky ground.

In the end, FX concluded it was worth the gamble. Executives have said that they hope to drive more viewers to the program through DVD sales and award nominations.

Close, actress Rose Byrne and actor Tate Donovan have signed on to be series regulars in Season 2. Production is scheduled to begin early next year but would probably be delayed if the writers strike continues.

--Matea Gold