FX has decided not to renew the comedy series 'English Teacher' for a third season, Deadline has learned. The cancellation comes six weeks after the release of Season 2, which starred creator Brian Jordan Alvarez alongside Stephanie Koenig, Enrico Colantoni, Sean Patton, and Carmen Christopher.
The show followed high school teacher Evan Marquez (Alvarez) as he navigated political tensions in an American school. Season 2 featured his best friend Gwen (Koenig), gym teacher Markie (Patton), guidance counselor Rick (Christopher), and Principal Grant Moretti (Colantoni).
Produced by FX Productions, the series was executive produced by Alvarez, Paul Simms, Jonathan Krisel, Dave King, Kathryn Dean, and Jake Bender & Zach Dunn. Despite critical acclaim—98% Rotten Tomatoes score for Season 1 and 100% for Season 2—the show struggled to attract a large audience.
The series also faced scrutiny over sexual assault allegations against Alvarez made by former colleague Jon Ebeling. FX had previously delayed the Season 2 renewal, which came four months after the Season 1 finale.
