Channel 4 has ignited the fury of its audience after making a controversial last-minute scheduling change, replacing the highly anticipated finale of the drama Inheritance with live football coverage.
Devoted viewers who had tuned in for the climactic ending of the five-part series were met with the UEFA Champions League match between Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain instead. The abrupt switch left fans bewildered and desperately searching for answers.
A Social Media Storm Erupts
Outrage quickly spilled onto social media platforms, with disappointed fans taking to X (formerly Twitter) to voice their frustration. One exasperated viewer wrote, "@Channel4 why has #Inheritance been taken off for the football? We were about to watch the final episode! Absolutely gutted."
Another added to the chorus of complaints, stating, "Not impressed with @Channel4 pulling the last episode of #Inheritance for the football. It was a brilliant series and we were looking forward to watching the conclusion." The sentiment was widely shared, with many criticising the poor communication and lack of warning from the broadcaster.
Where to Find the Missing Finale
For those determined to see how the story ends, all is not lost. While the terrestrial broadcast was cancelled, the full series—including the elusive final episode—is available for streaming in its entirety on Channel 4's on-demand service, All 4.
The psychological thriller, which originally aired on BBC Wales and was subsequently picked up by Channel 4, has been praised for its gripping plot and strong performances, making the scheduling blunder all the more disappointing for its loyal fanbase.
