Netflix has ignited a wave of fan fury this week with the brutal double cancellation of two series, confirming that both The Abandons and The Vince Staples Show will not return for additional seasons. The announcement, reported by Deadline, has left viewers of the shows expressing significant disappointment and anger across social media platforms.
Details of the Netflix Cancellations
The streaming giant has officially pulled the plug on these programmes, ending their runs abruptly. The Vince Staples Show, which aired two seasons in 2024 and 2025, has been concluded, while The Abandons, a Western drama featuring stars Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey, has been scrapped after just a single season.
The Abandons: A Short-Lived Western Drama
Despite garnering mixed critical reviews, The Abandons proved moderately popular with audiences. According to Netflix's own What We Watched report for July-December 2025, the series spent a fortnight in the platform's top 10 list for English-language series. However, its 19.8 million views in the initial 28 days were insufficient to secure a renewal, as reported by the Express.
The data reveals a dramatic viewing pattern: the majority of its audience tuned in during the first two weeks, followed by a sharp decline to just 4.8 million views over the subsequent 17 days. This downturn likely contributed to Netflix's decision to cancel the show.
Fan and Critical Reception
Viewers have particularly lamented the cancellation of The Abandons, drawing comparisons to the hit contemporary Western Yellowstone, which is available on Netflix in the UK. One IMDb review praised the show, stating: "Oh my... this was such a good show! I've really missed westerns, and this one captured that rugged spirit perfectly. It had a touch of Yellowstone in the way it portrayed the feud between two families, full of tension and drama that kept me hooked."
Screen Rant even dubbed it a "grittier Yellowstone replacement." However, the series struggled with critics, earning a disappointing 30 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, which may have influenced its fate.
Social Media Backlash from Disappointed Fans
Fans have taken to platforms like X to voice their frustration. One user commented: "Unfortunately but not surprisingly The Abandons has been cancelled after 1 Season the typical scenario for Netflix. The cancellation still makes me very sad. I had hoped for another season."
Another viewer criticised Netflix's promotional efforts, saying: "Yeah there was so much more potential and they didn't even promote it properly smh." A more emotional reaction came from a fan who vented: "@netflix my hubby and I swap show choices. Ya know. He picks one I pick one. I just picked #theabandons WONDERFUL SHOW AMAZING OMG THE CLIFFHANGER!! ...... WHY THE F*** DID YOU CANCEL IT!!!!??????"
Others echoed this sentiment, with one stating: "Ridiculous, such a great series #TheAbandons," and another criticising the lack of closure: "The Abandons was excellent and we need to have a proper ending. Shame on you Netflix."
The Vince Staples Show Also Axed
Frustration extends to The Vince Staples Show, with fans hoping for its continuation elsewhere. One X user expressed: "I hope another network picks up Vince Staples show, it was really good. I binge watched the second season with no problem, Netflix on bulls***."
Both series remain available for streaming on Netflix, allowing viewers to experience the shows that have sparked such strong reactions. The cancellations highlight the ongoing challenges and fan discontent in the competitive streaming landscape, where viewer metrics and critical scores often dictate a series' longevity.
