Dead Boy Detectives Netflix has officially cancelled the supernatural horror series, which was the final nail in the coffin. It's not the first time the top streaming service has cancelled a popular show, and this has left a bitter taste in fans' mouths.
A few months ago, a program with similar vibes, Lockwood & Co. Company received the same treatment despite its glowing 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it an unfortunate case of history repeating itself, leaving horror fans disappointed.
Variety confirmed the sad news about Dead Boy Detectives August 30th, While Netflix hasn't confirmed the reason for the sudden cancellation, there is some consolation in that it's a series set in the same universe. The Sandmanwill return for season 2.
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With Netflix choosing disappointing movies like Incoming and The Union (Here are three best teen comedies and three best action movies to watch instead) In recent months, fans have a right to be upset that quality offerings are rapidly disappearing from our Netflix libraries.
In fact, Nielsen streaming charts data reveals that Netflix’s top show had been one of the top 10 most-watched series during its premiere week in April of this year (see post below). And with competitors releasing blockbusters, it’s a puzzling decision.
The first season of Dead Boy Detectives It will still be available to watch despite its cancellation, but newcomers may not bother watching it given that the story has come to an abrupt end.
There are many shows that were unfairly and sadly cancelled this year for not even being able to appear on these lists. Dead Boy Detectives was cancelled and yet it was cancelled. #SaveDeadBoyDetectives #DeadBoyDetectivesSeptember 1, 2024
What are fans saying about Dead Boy Detectives?
Fans are furious about the cancellation and have created a hashtag #SaveDeadBoyDetectives on social media. This is a common thing among disgruntled fans of the shows, and here is no exception as people rush to raise funds. Dead Boy Detectives from the grave.
Many fans have weighed in with well-thought-out arguments as to why the series should stay, and have taken to X (formerly Twitter) to share their strong opinions. One argued that Netflix's repeated decision to cancel shows will discourage viewers from watching new series, should they not get around to watching the first season.
Surely @Netflix cancelling #DeadBoyDetectives after one season and not giving the show a chance to find an audience is hugely damaging. People just don't give any new series a chance because the risk of cancellation after one season is so high on #Netflix.September 2, 2024
Another asked fans to make noise and share the hashtag, hoping that Netflix would realise that people really don't want the show to go away. Meanwhile, a second person shared a tribute to all the people who had appeared on the show, so it's clear that fans aren't willing to let it go without a fight.
#SAVEDEADBOYDETECTIVES – Just a little glimpse at some of the many faces that grace our screens on this beautiful show. Sit with me for a minute, breathe. It's been special September 1, 2024
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