Netflix subscribers have been left 'confused' and furious after the streaming giant cancelled the critically acclaimed sci-fi series 'The Boroughs' just two weeks after it premiered. The show, created by the Duffer brothers of 'Stranger Things' fame, had a 97 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes and featured a star-studded cast including Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, and Bill Pullman.
The series followed a grieving newcomer in a seemingly perfect retirement community who uncovers a dark secret. The writers had planned a three-season arc, and a Season 2 writers' room had already opened before the cancellation was announced. Netflix confirmed the news to American outlets.
Fans took to social media to express their frustration, with many questioning Netflix's strategy of cancelling shows before they have a chance to grow. One user wrote: 'imagine making the biggest netflix show ever and they immediately cancel your next show after 1 season.' Another added: 'Such a sad case I really liked this @netflix. please stop doing this to good shows… BRING BACK THE BOROUGHS!!'
The cancellation comes despite a strong year for Netflix, which has released new seasons of popular shows like 'The Night Agent', 'XO Kitty', 'One Piece', and 'Bridgerton'. However, the decision to axe 'The Boroughs' has left many subscribers questioning the platform's commitment to original content.
