Actress surprised after Netflix cancels series with 97% Rotten Tomatoes score: ‘I think it’s quite rare’

It is not rare for Netflix to cancel series after one season, but the decision is all around The Boroughs (2026) causes much surprise. The series from the makers of Stranger Things (2016–2025) achieved an impressive 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes and was in the Netflix top 10 for weeks. However, it hasn’t stopped the streaming service from pulling the plug. Oscar winner Geena Davis also understands little about the decision and reacts openly disappointed.

Already planning for season 3

For Davis, the decision comes down to a point The Boroughs to be a complete surprise. The actress says that the writers’ room for the second season had already been put together and there were even plans for season 3.

Fortunately, the makers, who are now dear friends of ours, were able to break the news before it became public. We are all extremely disappointed. Frankly, I don’t understand what happened. I think it’s pretty rare for a series not to be renewed while it’s still in the top 10. We definitely didn’t expect that.

Geena Davis

Netflix’s hints

Despite its success, there was reason to suspect early in production that Netflix had little confidence in the project. The production managers are said to have been advised not to let the first season end with a huge cliffhanger. The creators followed the advice and the first season has largely wrapped up the main story. Unfortunately, there are also storylines left hanging that will never be developed.

Still ‘The Boroughs’ via Netflix

Depart for Paramount

Various rumors are now circulating about the cancellation. For example, the decision may be related to the Duffer Brothers, the makers of Stranger Thingswho would leave for Paramount after that series ended. However, there is no official confirmation for this. Davis also knows nothing about a possible takeover The Boroughs door Paramount.

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