Deadline Reports: Netflix Cancels "Dead Boy Detectives" After One Season
In a surprise move, Netflix has decided to cancel the highly-anticipated series "Dead Boy Detectives" after just one season. The show, which premiered in March, was met with critical acclaim and glowing reviews from fans, but it seems that the streaming giant has ultimately decided not to renew it for a second season.
According to sources close to the production, Netflix’s decision to cancel "Dead Boy Detectives" was not a easy one. The show’s creators were thrilled with the reception and had already begun working on a second season, with a significant amount of the budget already allocated for the new episodes.
However, despite its critical success, the show failed to gain the same level of popularity with viewers as Netflix had hoped. According to the streaming service’s metrics, the show’s viewership numbers were not quite meeting expectations, and ultimately, the decision was made to cut its losses and cancel the show.
"We’re incredibly proud of what we accomplished with ‘Dead Boy Detectives’, and we’re grateful to our talented cast and crew for their hard work and dedication," said a Netflix spokesperson. "However, in the highly competitive world of streaming, sometimes difficult decisions need to be made. We wish the entire team the best and hope to see what they’ll bring to the screen in the future."
The decision to cancel "Dead Boy Detectives" has left fans and the production team reeling. Many took to social media to express their disappointment and outrage, using the hashtag #SaveDeadBoyDetectives to demanding that Netflix reconsider its decision.
The show’s stars, including Ben Barnes, Robert Sheehan, and Kunal Nayyar, also took to social media to express their sadness and gratitude to the fans, who they credited with making the show possible.
"We’re gutted by the news, but we’re so grateful to the fans who have supported us on this journey," said Barnes. "We’re going to miss playing these characters and working with the incredible team that brought the show to life. Thank you to everyone who has watched and loved the show – you’ve made it all worth it."
Despite the cancellation, fans of the show are holding out hope that Netflix will change its mind and reconsider the show’s fate. With the platform’s history of reviving cancelled shows, the possibility is not entirely out of the question. For now, however, "Dead Boy Detectives" remains cancelled, leaving fans with only the 8 episodes that currently exist to enjoy.