Netflix cancels "That '90s Show" after two seasons

The news comes a little over a month after the release of the show's third and final part.

Fans of the recently released "That '90s Show" received disappointing news today as Netflix announced the show's cancellation after only two seasons. The sitcom, a follow-up to the popular "That 70s Show," premiered in January 2024 and concluded its run with the release of Part 3 on August 22nd.

The news of the show's cancellation comes despite the return of original cast members Kurtwood Smith and Debra Jo Rupp who reprised their roles as Red and Kitty Forman. The series also featured a new generation of teenagers navigating life in Point Place during the 1990s.

Industry experts believe "That '90s Show" fell victim to Netflix's ongoing struggles with original multi-camera comedies. While the show did feature appearances by other familiar faces from the original series, such as Topher Grace, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, and Wilmer Valderrama, it failed to generate significant viewership.
 

 

 

 

 

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Part 2, released in June 2024, only cracked the Netflix Top 10 list once, and Part 3 failed to chart altogether. This lack of audience engagement likely played a key role in Netflix's decision to cancel the show.

"That '90s Show" joins a growing list of Netflix original multi-cam comedies that have struggled to find lasting success. While shows like "Fuller House" and "The Ranch" enjoyed some popularity, they were the exception rather than the rule.

The cancellation of "That '90s Show" raises questions about the future of multi-cam comedies on streaming platforms. The show's short run suggests that viewers may not be as receptive to this format on streaming services compared to traditional television.

Despite the cancellation, star Kurtwood Smith has hinted that the show might be shopped to other networks. Whether another platform will pick up "That '90s Show" remains to be seen.