Not long ago, Netflix Online streaming was the first of its kind. Whether viewers wanted to watch movies or TV shows, the little red icon on their phone, tablet, or computer was the answer. Now, several other streaming services have given the platform much-needed competition. However, it remains the most subscribed streaming service, according to Forbes. While that might suggest that they are constantly keeping their subscribers happy, that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Whether it’s the frequent price hikes or the reduced account engagement, many have expressed their anger at the company. Another complaint? Show cancellations. No show is safe from Netflix’s slashing, whether it’s a new series that’s barely had a chance to prove itself or a beloved show in its second or third season. 2024 has shown that Netflix is selective about the shows it continues to invest in.
Let's mourn the Netflix series that have already been cancelled this year.
8 Erased (2023)
erased It is an action comedy-drama about U.S. military and intelligence agents who join a team to prevent a terrorist attack. The team consists of a CIA officer, Navy SEALs, a Marine sniper, and an Air Force pilot, among others. The attack is set to take place in Las Vegas and is led by a woman named Ava. In the pilot episode, Real American Heroes, the group engages in a cat-and-mouse chase with a Russian agent. Eventually, they manage to capture him. While they celebrate a job well done, Ava discovers that the mission may not be over yet.
Something a bit silly
Ridiculous. Nonsensical. Camp. These are the adjectives that both fans and haters of the show alike use to describe it. erasedIn fact, the show doesn’t take itself too seriously, a trait some people can tolerate for the sake of guilty pleasure, while others can’t get past a few episodes. The latter was perhaps the most common scenario, as Netflix canceled the series after one season of eight episodes. For many, Boys Its subsidiaries have implemented this concept much better.
7 Buy Beverly Hills (2022)
Netflix has a wide variety of reality shows, although most of them revolve around dating. buy beverly hills This series is perfect for viewers who love architecture, interior design, and anything related to luxury real estate. Mauricio Umansky is the head of a real estate agency creatively called The Agency. He and his family navigate running the business amidst personal conflicts and competition for control against each other. Viewers get an inside look at the luxury properties they are trying to sell, as well as the agents trying to sell them.
Real estate and expensive production
A reality TV show about real estate is likely to have a very specific audience no matter what. However, the inclusion of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Star Kyle Richards attracted a lot of attention. Her split from Mauricio was likely the first nail in the coffin for the show. The show was canceled after two seasons in August 2024. According to Deadline, the low viewership numbers couldn't justify the cost of producing the show.
6 My Father is a Bounty Hunter (2023)
My father is a bounty hunter. It is an animated science fiction film that premiered in 2023. Shaun and Lisa love their father Terry, but they are frustrated by how far away he is from work. What does he do, anyway? Determined to spend more time with him, they hop in their father's car as he heads to work. Instead of getting out of the car in a regular parking lot or in front of an office building, they are in a spaceship. The kids discover that their father is a bounty hunter who ventures into space to take down dangerous aliens.
New direction
This is a very cute series aimed at young children. Adults watching with young children might be offended by some of the humor, but it's actually a harmless series. The animation is solid and there's always something fun happening in each episode. The streaming numbers were good, but not very impressive, especially given Netflix's new direction away from children's programming. The series was canceled after two seasons and nineteen episodes.
5 Breaking Point (2023)
In 2023, Netflix partnered with the Association of Tennis Professionals and the Women's Tennis Association to offer Breaking point To the World. This documentary series follows professional tennis players as they prepare for and compete in major tournaments around the world. From the French Open to the Australian Open, audiences see how much work goes into the sport before they even step onto the court. The players themselves come from all over the world—Italy, Norway, Canada, Greece, the United States, and more—showing just how global the sport is.
Disappointing reviews
With the release of Uniteda sultry romantic drama starring Zendaya, set to release in March 2024, one might think that tennis would be at the forefront of viewers’ minds. However, Breaking point Failed to attract loyal followers.
Many articles have speculated about why the documentary didn’t reach audiences. Maybe tennis isn’t popular enough. Maybe Netflix should have signed more famous players to follow. Maybe the successful Formula 1 documentary series should have taken over. Driving for survival Setting expectations too high. Whatever the reason, Breaking point Her final collection was presented in January 2024.
4 Everything Now (2023)
Everything now The series follows sixteen-year-old Mia Polanco. Mia feels like she's lost a lot after spending time in the hospital for an eating disorder. Now, Mia is back in school and trying to readjust to the life of a “normal” student. But a lot has changed, including Mia herself. To help her deal with it all, she creates a list of experiences she wants to have. From going to parties to having her first kiss, it's time to hit those milestones now.
No time to grow
Unfortunately, it wasn’t the success Netflix hoped for. One of the show’s writers, Dylan Brady, spoke to Film Updates and said that several episodes for the second season had been written, but the show was canceled before they had a chance to shoot. He expressed his frustration with the instant success model that the entertainment industry has fallen into:
“This is the kind of mentality we see now, where they say, ‘If a show doesn’t get 16 million views in the first 28 days, it’s not worth anyone’s attention.’ It’s really frustrating because I think there are also a lot of people who refuse to invest in a new show knowing that it might end up getting cancelled.”
3 Dead Boy Detectives (2024)
in Dead Boy InvestigatorsEdwin Payne was murdered in 1916 after a prank by his classmates went wrong. Charles Rowland died in 1989 after being attacked by his peers when he tried to stop them from bullying another child. But they did not rest in peace, and refused to join the afterlife. They work together for an agency that investigates crimes of a ghostly or supernatural nature. Their living contact is Crystal Palace, a psychic medium who can communicate with ghosts.
Surprise to many
This series was full of the drama you'd find in any classic teen show, but with a little mystery and intrigue added to it due to the ghostly premise. Edwin and Charles stole the show, which shouldn't come as a surprise given the reference to them in the show's title. While fans weren't expecting it, Dead Boy Investigators To win any prizes, they enjoyed it as it was.
With a high Rotten Tomatoes rating and decent viewing hours, a second season seemed like a sure thing. It’s safe to say that the announcement of the season’s cancellation in August 2024 came as a shock. Nothing is safe at Netflix HQ.
2 The Sun Brothers (2024)
Bruce Sun in Sun brothers Bruce lives a normal life in sunny Los Angeles. That is, until his brother Charles shows up from Taiwan. Bruce learns that his family is the leader of the Jade Dragons, an organization of assassins. This is a detail that his mother had completely forgotten about his life. After a rival assassin shoots the boy's father, Bruce is drawn into this dangerous world. Combining action, comedy, and drama, The Brothers Sun is a fast-paced series about a chaotic family.
Quick cut
While the cancellation of some of the shows on this list came as a surprise, many viewers saw it coming. Even those who enjoyed watching the brothers, especially Bruce, face off against ruthless killers couldn’t deny that the ratings were extremely low. Other shows were canceled with better numbers, so the end of this one seemed inevitable. The first season was scheduled to be released in January 2024, and news of the cancellation came quickly in March.
1 Ratched (2020)
Ratched It is a psychological thriller and served as a prequel to the 1975 film. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestActress Sarah Paulson plays Nurse Mildred, who cares for patients in a psychiatric hospital in the 1940s. At first glance, she seems like the perfect person for the job. However, as the genre might suggest, Mildred's more sinister side begins to surface.
I couldn't get on the plane.
There's a lot to like about it. RatchedThe set design is what viewers have come to expect from Netflix-backed shows. Paulson's performance is excellent, even if some audience members have questions about her character and the plot details that keep her going.
Whenever a new show takes on a popular character from a previous work, it's always a challenge. Sometimes, it works (see other series on Netflix, Wednesdayafter Wednesday Addams), and at other times, as with RatchedNo, no. A second season was confirmed early on, but that decision was eventually canceled.
