According to Nielsen ratings obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, the sci-fi series was the top streaming series from May 25–31 for the overall series. And Streaming series. After opening in second place last week, it received 1.74 million minutes of viewing time. An increase of 45 percent week-on-week, with the biggest contribution to that increase coming from the over-50 crowd.
It’s nothing new for Netflix to cancel a show before it’s had time to garner an audience, it’s what they’re known for. Still, the news surprised some people because it was executive produced. stranger things Producers Matt and Ross Duffer. (Despite leaving for Paramount, the Duffers left their old home with three EPs of shows, including this one.) Stranger spinoff.) The Writer’s Room was preparing to break season two just before it was canceled, which added to the shock.
as it is, as it is borough There is a slight irony. But this isn’t the first time Netflix has inadvertently jumped the gun: Remember that mysterious series Residence? It was also poorly received by critics and audiences, and ended after a single season… after which, it was nominated for several 2025 Emmys, including Uzo Aduba for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy. We’ll have to wait to see if City Any Emmy gets attention, but sadly that wouldn’t change things, or the fact that it probably could have gone further if it had a chance to stretch its legs a bit more.
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