I am sure it did lose money but the series is still an asset, much like rental property. Breaking Bad, The Shield, Mad Men will be making money for years in str

I am sure it did lose money but the series is still an asset, much like rental property. Breaking Bad, The Shield, Mad Men will be making money for years in streaming, syndication releases, and whatever technology is next. Breaking Bad and The Shield cost more than the advertising dollars brought in but they are profitable now.