With the prestige of its annual awards and star-studded programming, HBO is one of the relatively few linear TV networks whose content anchors the same conversations surrounding popular streaming shows on Netflix, Apple TV +, and more. And even if the premium cable is not that frequent at the center of cancellation negotiations , given its penchant for limited series, last week saw the cancellation of two original drama series. after adjustment The time traveler’s wife take the ax HBO has now canceled the costume drama jack knight after two seasons.
Based in part on Anne Lister’s real-world coded journals, whose writings inspired her unofficial role as “the first modern lesbian”. jack knight with Suranne Jones as the aforementioned Anne, with Sophie Rundle as her co-star Ann Walker. The first season kicked off in 2019 with great success for the cast, script and story, although it was clear from the start that the series had a much larger audience in the UK than in the US.
Due to the delays related to the production of COVID, the second season was released only 3 years after the first. When it premiered in April this year, this time with UK episodes airing ahead of the US, the series was once again praised by critics and fans alike, albeit with inevitable dips in ratings. As such, Term The cancellation report indicates this in fact jack knightSeason 2 of was near the bottom when it came to demo ratings for HBO Originals.
It appears that this line in the sand is the cause of the grid disconnection less than a month before the end of the second season. Here’s how HBO explained things in a statement:
HBO will not go ahead with a third season of Gentleman Jack. When we began this journey more than five years ago, we knew that series creator Sally Wainwright had a unique and compelling vision, and it was hugely rewarding to see how Anne Lister’s journey resonated for viewers. We are extremely grateful to Sally, flawless Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle, and to the entire cast and crew for bringing the Anne and Ann story to life. We would also like to thank our partners from the BBC and Lookout Point for their collaboration in two exceptional seasons.
When the news of the cancellation began to spread, jack knight Stars Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle took to social media to share their feelings about the ending of Anne and Ann’s stories after two seasons. While sharing a video of the Season 2 bloopers with her followers, Jones shared a message of thanks to viewers. instagram said:
Hi 🎩 Just wanted to take a moment to reflect on our beautiful journey doing this show. Although this is sad news, Gentleman Jack is not going to be renewed, this show brought a lot of people together ❤️ it allowed people to share their stories, it brought joy, excitement and creativity, and it gave me a real bond with you as an audience 😍 . . . . I have never been involved in a program that has had such an impact and touched my heart like this. It wasn’t always the easiest job I’ve had … but it was always worth seeing the response it got. Thanks for all your support.
Suranne Jones also thanked the show’s team and called Sophie Rundle a “true friend and a total star” in her post. And for the folk fans, she also thanked the musicians O’Hooley and Tidow for jack knightthemed music from.
Also used Sophie Rundle instagram as the place chosen to share his thoughts on the cancellation, saying:
What a privilege it was to play Ann Walker and relive the amazing love story between her and Anne Lister. I am so proud to have participated in reclaiming her place in history. And I will always be grateful for allowing me to spend time in the incredibly talented orbits of Sally and Suranne, and the incredible team of people who brought this story to your screens. Thank you for being such a kind, fun, creative and supportive fan base. I am overwhelmed by the love that inspired this program. And proud. So fiercely proud. 🌈 🎩❤️👒
While HBO may have canceled two shows in less than a week, the network has a ton of high-profile programs in the works that should help quell negative ill will. The greatest of all projects is undoubtedly the game of Thrones prequel dragon house but others like it real detective the long-awaited fourth season of Yes the golden age He is currently filming the second season. it will no doubt keep viewers glued to their seats later this year and beyond.
While waiting for these projects and many others, jack knightThe first two seasons of can be streamed in their entirety with a HBO subscription Max .
Source: Cinemablend
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