Dushku described Whedon as "my favorite genius ... favorite friend ... big brother ... and the only person out here I've ever wholeheartedly trusted, because he's never let me down." "Dollhouse" was renewed for a second season. The producers cited their confidence in the strength of Whedon's fan base and high DVR numbers as their reasons for keeping the show. Fox cancelled "Dollhouse" on November 11, 2009. The show officially wrapped filming on the second and final season on December 16, 2009.