FX has ordered a second season of Tyrant.

The decision comes as a bit of a surprise, considering the middling ratings and the lukewarm reception from critics - but Tyrant Season 1 and averaged 5.1 million total viewers and 2.3 million adults aged 18-49 inclusive of linear, time-shifted and non-linear viewing.

Said Nick Grad, President of Original Programming for FX Networks and FX Productions:

"We’re so proud of Tyrant’s performance throughout its first season. Howard Gordon is one of the best and most successful producers in this business.  His ability to combine intelligent, edge-of-your-seat storytelling with events from the current geopolitical climate is truly groundbreaking.  We look forward to seeing how Tyrant grows in season two."

Season 2 will be compromised of 13 episodes and air in the summer of 2015.

"Working with John Landgraf and his team at FX has been one of the most gratifying experiences of my career," said producer Gordon. "I'm truly grateful for the chance to continue working with them on this challenging and exciting project."

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