Is there a possibility of a Hightown Season 4? Here's what we know

If you’ve just binged Hightown on Netflix and found yourself staring at the screen in disbelief by the time the credits rolled on Season 3, you’re not alone. The Starz drama didn’t just end—it slammed the brakes, yanked the steering wheel, and left fans stranded with more cliffhangers than answers. So now the burning question is: could there still be a fourth season to wrap things up?

The series, which first aired in 2020, has built a solid reputation for its raw storytelling, complex characters, and portrayal of Cape Cod crime chaos. But after Season 3 ended in March 2024, Starz quietly shelved the show—with no official fanfare, no goodbye post, not even a “thanks for watching.” That would’ve been that… if not for a surprise twist: the show resurfaced on Netflix this July.

As of right now, the show has not been renewed for Season 4 due to its cancellation after Season 3. Now, with the show attracting a new audience—and re-igniting an old one—speculation is buzzing once again.

The ending that wasn’t really an ending

It’s not often a show ends while still spinning half its storylines in the air. But Hightown Season 3 pulled it off like a magician who forgot the final act. Jackie was left at a personal crossroads, Ray’s professional future was unresolved, and Renee’s moral freefall felt far from complete. And let’s not even get started on the still-suspicious circumstances around Frankie’s death.

So why didn’t we get a Season 4? According to multiple outlets, including TVLine, the cancellation came down to numbers—specifically, viewership and budget. Starz opted to scale back on several shows, and despite Hightowns strong creative run, it didn’t make the cut. The show wasn’t dropped because it ran out of story—it was dropped because it ran out of runway.

Could Netflix step in and play hero for Hightown?

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Here’s where things get interesting. The show's arrival on Netflix this July has opened the door to a possibility fans hadn’t dared to hope for: a streaming revival. Netflix has a track record of picking up prematurely canceled shows—Manifest and You both found second lives (and major success) on the platform. If the show performs well in the Netflix algorithm jungle, the streamer could see potential in giving it a new lease on life.

Even creator Rebecca Cutter hasn’t closed the book completely. In a past interview, she made it clear she’d love to revisit Jackie’s story, saying she’s more than willing to return to that world if the opportunity arises. With Netflix now holding the streaming rights and the fan interest still simmering, the stars might align—but they’ll need a little help from the binge gods.

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