It seems that the American version of BBC’s Life On Mars has failed to reach the heady heights of its British counterpart and is all set to be axed at the end of its first season.

Starring Jason O’Mara, Harvey Keitel and Michael Imperioli, the show is rumoured to have been canned due to poor ratings. US TV network ABC will air the final episode next month.

It is baffling why some remakes like this bomb so badly and why some, like The Office work so well. We have put together a great article on other British shows that were remade for an American audience. Let us know your favourites!