NBC has renewed “Superstore” for Season 3, the network announced on Tuesday.
The America Ferrera-led comedy will return for 22 more episodes next season. The news comes after the network made the decision to extend Season 2 by nine episodes last September.
“We are extremely proud of ‘Superstore,’ which is one of the smartest and funniest comedies on television today,” NBC entertainment president Jennifer Salke said in a statement. “Through the show’s expertly drawn characters, our producers and cast do a remarkable job touching on many issues in which audiences can relate. To its credit, not only does ‘Superstore’ make us laugh, but it makes us think as well.”
The series stars Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Colton Dunn, Nico Santos, Nichole Bloom, Mark McKinney and Lauren Ash as the employees of a big-box retail store. The series is created and executive produced by Justin Spitzer.
The currently airing second season of Thursday night comedy has so far averaged a 1.8 rating in adults 18-49 and 5.7 million viewers with seven days of delayed viewing, according to Nielsen.
“Superstore” is produced by Universal Television, Spitzer Holding Company and The District. Director Ruben Fleischer, David Bernad and Gabe Miller & Jonathan Green also serve as executive producers.