Netflix cancels the sequel to this cult series after only two seasons

The series That '90s Showcontinuation of the cult program That '70s Showhas just been canceled after two seasons by Netflix. This is the 12th original series that the streaming platform is stopping in 2024.

Audiences down 83%

The information came directly from actor Kurtwood Smith (Robocop, Broken Arrow), interpreter of Reginald “Red” Forman in both series. On his Instagram accountSmith shared a photo from the shoot in public with a long message: “I know you're asking me when season 3 will come out, but I have some bad news… Netflix won't be renewing”he begins.

“I loved every minute of bringing Grandpa Red to life for all of you. (…) This show had so much heart, along with the most wonderful cast, writers, directors and producers an actor could hope to work with. Thank you for allowing Red and Kitty, their grandchild, (…) and the original cast members of That '70s Show to entertain you for two seasons.”.

Sequel to the sitcom That '70s Show broadcast between 1998 and 2006, That '90s Show told the childhood adventures of the protagonists of the original series. The first season was released in January 2023 on Netflix, when season 2 was offered in two parts, broadcast in June and August 2024.

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While fans will certainly be saddened to hear the news, it is far from surprising: the first season of That '90 Show had a far from exceptional launch, with only 10.6 million views during its first 4 days of broadcast. Or a start equivalent to the series resident Evil And 1899both canceled.

But it was season 2 that truly sealed its fate. It only recorded 1.7 million views in 4 days, an 83% drop in its audience and one of the most resounding failures for a program of this ilk. Unsurprisingly, Netflix has therefore decided to stop the fees. It certainly remains a possibility that another platform will take over the show, but nothing is less certain…