7 TV shows that got cancelled too soon

Some television shows have successfully attracted a huge following alongside remarkable narratives, only to be discontinued before their era really starts. Apart from that, the causes can be diverse, including low viewership, exorbitant production costs, and decisions made by networks.

For years, the public has watched various highly rated series come to an abrupt end after only one or two seasons, thus leading to the conclusion that high quality does not necessarily mean a long life span. The genres have ranged from sci-fi to comedy, and these shows still manage to exist through the support of their fans and streaming services, where they have been revived.

Such shows are still discussed here and there over the years and remain as great and creative storytelling examples that many seasons have deserved to develop. Among them are the seven TV series that were prematurely cancelled but are still the most unforgettable ones.

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7 TV shows that got cancelled too soon

1) Firefly

This science fiction/cowboy Western was written by Joss Whedon and was on the air in 2002. It combined science fiction and cowboy adventures. Unfortunately, it was cancelled after only 11 shows. The show had awkward scheduling and promotional confusion, but fans enjoyed its well-developed characters and sarcastic dialogue.

Even years after its cancellation, Firefly is still one of the most debated cancelled series. Its impact can be felt even today in contemporary sci-fi storytelling, testifying that often enough the shortest-lived programs have the most lasting impact.

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2) The OA

The OA was a strange and affecting Netflix drama that lasted only two seasons. The series was about a woman who came back after being missing for seven years, stating that she could move between dimensions. The series was original, profound, and full of symbolism.

The series cancellation came as a surprise to viewers since the narrative was not at all finished and concluded on a huge cliffhanger. The OA became a symbol for how even such novel and creative programs can be truncated if they don't catch up with streaming fashion or gain a massive fan base.

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3) Mindhunter

Mindhunter was a gritty and captivating crime drama developed by David Fincher. It revealed how the FBI created criminal profiling during the late 1970s. The show received critical acclaim for its suspenseful narration and realistic depiction of serial killers.

Sadly, it got cancelled after two seasons due to production costs and the small audience base. Fincher subsequently confirmed that there were no Season 3 plans. Although cut short, Mindhunter remains one of Netflix's most intelligent and hauntingly scary thrillers.

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4) Freaks and Geeks

Freaks and Geeks was seen in 1999 and is one of the greatest examples of a show that was cut too short. It revolved around a group of teenagers attempting to belong depicting teen life during the early 1980s with humor and realism. Its poor ratings and hapless time slots meant that it was cancelled after only one season.

Ironically the cast and writers of Freaks and Geeks went on to become gigantic Hollywood stars. In time Freaks and Geeks developed a cult following demonstrating that some tales simply take time to be loved.

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5) Santa Clarita Diet

Santa Clarita Diet was a bizarro comedy series about a real estate agent who becomes a zombie. Starring Timothy Olyphant and Drew Barrymore it mixed horror comedy and sentimental moments to perfection. In spite of its rising popularity Netflix cancelled it after three seasons leaving people with a story left untold.

Most thought it was because Netflix practiced cancelling shows after a couple of seasons. Santa Clarita Diet was so new and brash that its abrupt cancellation was all the more disappointing.

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6) 1899

From the makers of Dark 1899 was among Netflix's most ambitious series. The series narrates the life of European immigrants headed to America on an enigmatic ship full of secrets. The series featured breathtaking visuals and a convoluted plot that held the promise of more than one season. However only a single season was aired before Netflix dropped it.

Fans were left stunned especially given that the makers were set for a complete trilogy. With questions and speculation left unanswered 1899 is an excellent example of a series that ended way too early.

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7) The Society

The Society was one of Netflix's most anticipated young adult dramas that stood alone. The show took place in an enigmatic town deserted by adults and it depicted the lives of a group of teenagers who had to rule and make order by themselves. Its distinct feature was how it highlighted genuine social and political issues through the perspective of youth power morals and existence.

Nonetheless the story was so powerful that it still gets the fans' support for a revival even after years.

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These and other remarkable performances make it clear that genius is not a universal passport to a long life in the industry. The end of each show, although all unfortunate, still created a fan base around the world and characters.

The voids caused by their being cut off have not been filled by any other series to the same extent. Hence, it is proven that the impact of a show counts more than its number of episodes. They, even without complete endings, manage to keep the discussions going and also maintain the loyal viewers wishing for a continuation.