The BBC has cancelled its teen horror comedy series Wreck after just two seasons, despite strong reviews and a dedicated fanbase. Creator Ryan J Brown confirmed the news on social media, stating that the BBC drama team made the decision several months ago.
The show, which aired on BBC Three, premiered in 2022 and returned for a second series in March 2024. It achieved a near-perfect 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes and was praised by critics, but the broadcaster opted not to renew it for a third season.
Fans have expressed disappointment online, with one calling it a 'joke' and a 'bad move by the BBC'. Another lamented the cancellation, saying they 'loved the two seasons but hoped for a third'. Some compared the decision unfavourably to Netflix's tendency to cancel shows prematurely.
Wreck followed Jamie, played by Oscar Kennedy, who takes a job on a cruise ship to investigate his sister's disappearance. The series blended comedy with slasher horror, as Jamie uncovered a series of murders on board. The first season ended with a twist revealing a presumed-dead character was still alive.
