CBS blasts NBC for 'Medium' axe

CBS has blasted NBC for cancelling long-running drama series Medium.

Yesterday, NBC announced that it has dropped the Patricia Arquette-fronted series to make way for new dramas including Mercy and Parenthood.

CBS has since described the move as "inexplicable".

A statement from the network read: "The ratings don’t lie: Medium outperforms many of NBC’s renewed shows. Despite inconsistent scheduling, Medium, under the creative vision of Glenn Gordon Caron, one of the most preeminent producers in television, has always performed with distinction both creatively and commercially.

"Multiple award-winning actress Patricia Arquette and the cast have delivered a stellar series for five consistent seasons. The awards and ratings speak for themselves. We believe the show has a significant future and await developments."

According to various reports, CBS is considering picking up the series to pair with Ghost Whisperer.