Disney+ pulls the plug on Goosebumps after just Two Seasons

Disney+ officially cancelled Goosebumps after two seasons. Variety and other industry sources report that the series, which is an adaptation of R.L. Stine's bestseller book franchise, will not be back for season three.

The series launched on Disney+ in October 2023 and then continued with the second season launch in January 2025, although Disney cut its run as of August 2025. Sony Pictures Television producers are currently searching for options to get the show renewed in a new location or other creative outlets for the property.

The rise of Goosebumps on Disney+

The series was an instant hit when it launched on Disney+ in October 2023. Based on the classic series adapted by Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller, the show abandoned the 1990s anthology episodic structure for a serialized narrative format, where there were new characters and mysteries every season.

The first season included five teenagers who solved a paranormal mystery surrounding an ancient death, and the second season had twins and their friends discovering a history of missing people connected to their town and family.

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The book series behind the Show

The show is an adaptation of R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series, which is published by Scholastic. The franchise is one of the top-selling children's franchises of all time, with more than 400 million English-language copies sold and translations published in 32 languages. The Goosebumps name has also been associated with a 1990s television series and two films.

Production details

Goosebumps was made by Sony Pictures Television and Disney Branded Television, in association with Scholastic Entertainment. Showrunner Hilary Winston and executive producers Nicholas Stoller and Rob Letterman spearheaded the show.

Other producers and primary contributors were Neal H. Moritz, Caitlin Friedman, and Erin O'Malley, among others. The series had a revolving cast in its two seasons. Season one had Isa Briones, Zack Morris, and Miles McKenna. David Schwimmer, Ana Ortiz, Jayden Bartels, and others appeared in the second season in a totally new story.

Viewership and reception

Over its two seasons, the series was said to have garnered 75 million hours of viewing in the United States and 43 million hours in 16 foreign territories, showing considerable interest and extent. The series received divided critical reception, but the program still had a solid fan base over its two-season duration.

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Reasons for cancellation

According to Variety and Deadline, Disney+ decided not to renew the series for a third season, but specific reasons for the cancellation have not been publicly detailed. Current market dynamics, changes in strategic content planning, and overall performance could have influenced the decision.

Despite the cancellation, Sony Pictures Television has indicated an intention to find alternative platforms or further opportunities for the Goosebumps franchise.

The future of the series

Although Disney+ will not pick up Goosebumps, the tale is not necessarily finished. Sony Pictures Television is actively seeking to shop the show to other networks or streaming services, and there is still interest in creating associated projects under the franchise. As of August 2025, there has been no announcement on a new platform for the series.