Even though Netflix has many upcoming shows and movies in its lineup, the streaming service is still swinging the ax on cancellations. The Latest Victim is a freshman adult animated series The Midnight Gospelbut co-creator Duncan Trussell isn’t surprisingly mad about it.
Duncan Trussell took a Twitter last week to talk about the cancellation. As the series returned in 2020, Trussell confirmed the heartbreaking news that The Midnight Gospel was actually canceled after a season and fans were suitably saddened:
There is another season in my mind, but the “decisive” cube of sentient glass they hold in their catacombs vibrated “No more”. And it is difficult to argue with a cube.
Despite the cancellation, Duncan Trussell is still grateful for his time with Netflix. The co-creator spoke about the news on Twitterwithout showing any signs of anger, but instead expressing gratitude that Netflix took the opportunity with him and his team:
PS I’m so lucky that the folks at @netflix rolled the dice and allowed us to do such a weird show. They have been extremely supportive throughout and I will always love them for it.
A show (especially those from Netflix) that gets canceled is never easy, especially if it’s only been for one season and everyone on the show hasn’t had enough time to actually work on it. Duncan Trussell is as professional as ever and only looks on the bright side of things. His relationship with Netflix looks pretty good, so hopefully this won’t be the last time he creates something for them.
Despite The Midnight Gospel is among some of the best animated series on Netflix aimed at adults, could not escape the wrath of the streamer cancellations. However, with the show premiering two years ago, at least fans finally have an answer after all this time as to whether or not he would be back. Unfortunately, it wasn’t the news fans were hoping for.
Coincidentally, news of The Midnight GospelThe cancellation came just before Netflix’s Geeked Week, where the streamer spends the week offering fans new trailers, images, preview dates and special events of upcoming originals. If only the animated series was part of that lineup, but it’s better to know now rather than later as well.
It will be interesting to see if Duncan Trussell comes out with a new series on Netflix in the future considering he is still in good standing with the platform. However, according to his website, he seems to keep busy between hosting a podcast and comedy tours. Perhaps the next show he creates will include some Midnight Gospel Easter eggs?
The Midnight Gospel centers on a space launcher that explores existential questions as it travels through sad worlds within a universe simulator. The eight episodes of the series are streaming on Netflix if you want to watch them in person and decide if the streamer made the right decision or not by canceling it.
Check out some of Netflix’s upcoming shows for the rest of the year, and be sure to check out CinemaBlend’s 2022 TV show to see what else to watch!