Every TV show that ended in 2023

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"Riverdale," "Manifest," and "The Flash" all ended in 2023.
  • Many TV shows came to an end in 2023.
  • "Riverdale," "Ted Lasso," and "The Flash" are among the shows that aired their final seasons this year.
  • Here are all the shows that got canceled or ended on their own terms in 2023.
"The Mosquito Coast" — series finale aired on January 6 on Apple TV+
Melissa George and Justin Theroux on season two, episode 10 of "The Mosquito Coast."
Melissa George and Justin Theroux on season two, episode 10 of "The Mosquito Coast."

Two weeks after the season two finale was released on Apple TV+, it was announced that "The Mosquito Coast" wouldn't return for another installment.

The season two finale concluded with a cliffhanger. Paul Theroux, who wrote the 1981 novel of the same name, told Deadline that season three would have more directly tied to the book and 1986 film. 

"Willow" — final episode aired on January 11 on Disney+
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Warwick Davis on "Willow."

In March, Deadline reported Disney's live-action adaptation of Ron Howard's 1988 film wouldn't receive a second season.

The show's creator Jon Kasdan later claimed the show was paused, not canceled, saying all of season two is written.

"Hunters" — series finale aired on January 13 on Prime Video
Logan Lerman (Jonah Heidelbaum) and Jerrika Hinton (Millie Morris) on season two of "Hunters."
Logan Lerman (Jonah Heidelbaum) and Jerrika Hinton (Millie Morris) on season two of "Hunters."

Entertainment Weekly announced in November 2022 that the Prime Video series about fighting Nazis would conclude with its second season.

Amazon dropped all eight episodes of the second season on January 13 on its streamer.

"New Amsterdam" — series finale aired on January 17 on NBC
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Ryan Eggold starred as Dr. Max Goodwin on "New Amsterdam."

The NBC medical drama, which followed Dr. Max Goodwin (Ryan Eggold) was canceled after five seasons.

Executive producer Peter Horton told Deadline he was confused as to why the series was axed when they were popular on Netflix, saying, "It's a bit of a mystery as to why it was canceled, to tell you the truth."

You can stream it on Peacock.

"The Resident" — series finale aired on January 17 on Fox
Matt Czuchry on season six of "The Resident."
Matt Czuchry on season six of "The Resident."

Season six of the medical drama came to an end in January.

Three months later, Fox announced that the show had been canceled and wouldn't return for more episodes. 

"Big Sky" — series finale aired on January 18 on ABC
Jensen Ackles on season three of "Big Sky."
Jensen Ackles on season three of "Big Sky."

The ABC drama series, based on C. J. Box's "The Highway" book series, premiered in November 2020. Season three came to an end in January and the network opted against renewing it. 

"Gossip Girl" — series finale aired on January 26 on HBO Max
Whitney Peak, Eli Brown, Grace Duah, Savannah Lee Smith, Zión Moreno, Jordan Alexander, Emily Alyn Lind, and Thomas Doherty on the season two finale of "Gossip Girl."
Whitney Peak, Eli Brown, Grace Duah, Savannah Lee Smith, Zión Moreno, Jordan Alexander, Emily Alyn Lind, and Thomas Doherty on the season two finale of "Gossip Girl."

HBO Max's glitzy, lavish reboot of "Gossip Girl" was canceled after two seasons.

Creator and showrunner Joshua Safran revealed the news on Twitter on January 19, a week prior to the release of the season two finale.

Safran called it "the greatest set I ever worked on, top to bottom" and said the show was being shopped around elsewhere, "but in this climate, that might prove an uphill battle."

"Lockwood & Co." — series finale released on January 27 on Netflix
Ali Hadji-Heshmati as George, Cameron Chapman as Lockwood, and Ruby Stokes as Lucy Carlyle on season one of "Lockwood & Co."
Ali Hadji-Heshmati as George, Cameron Chapman as Lockwood, and Ruby Stokes as Lucy Carlyle on season one of "Lockwood & Co."

The eight-episode first season of "Lockwood & Co.," based on Jonathan Stroud's book series of the same name, was released on Netflix on January 27.

In May, it was revealed that Netflix opted to cancel the supernatural thriller series. 

"Freeridge" — series finale released on February 2 on Netflix
Zuleyka Silver as Valeria on episode four of "Freeridge."
Zuleyka Silver as Valeria on episode four of "Freeridge."

Netflix canceled "Freeridge," a spin-off of the streamer's show "On My Block" after one season. 

"Welcome to Flatch" — series finale aired on Fox on February 2
Chelsea Holmes and Sam Straley on season one of "Welcome to Flatch."
Chelsea Holmes and Sam Straley on season one of "Welcome to Flatch."

The 13-episode second season of the comedy concluded in February. Eight months later, the show's cancelation was announced.

"While audience response was not as strong as we had hoped, we were thrilled with the creativity of the enormously talented Jenny Bicks and Paul Feig, as well as the outstanding, dedicated cast and crew they assembled," a Fox spokesperson said in a statement to Deadline.  

"Happy Valley" — series finale aired on February 5 overseas on BBC One
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Clare Cartwright (Siobhan Finneran) on season three of "Happy Valley."

The six-episode final season of the BBC One British crime drama already aired overseas.

The series will air its final season in the US on Acorn TV, BBC America, and AMC+ starting in May.

"Sex/Life" — the season two finale released on March 2 on Netflix
Left to right: Wallis Day as Gigi, Adam Demos as Brad Simon in episode 201 of "Sex/Life."
Left to right: Wallis Day as Gigi, Adam Demos as Brad Simon in episode 201 of "Sex/Life."

The Netflix drama, inspired by BB Easton's book "44 Chapters About 4 Men," was canceled in April, shortly after all episodes of season two dropped on the streamer.

"The Game" — series finale released on February 9 on Paramount+
Wendy Raquel Robinson as Tasha Mack and Ben Davis as Nelson on season two of "The Game."
Wendy Raquel Robinson as Tasha Mack and Ben Davis as Nelson on season two of "The Game."

The season two finale of "The Game" revival was released on Paramount+ in February.

In June, the show was canceled by the streamer. Beyond being axed, the show would also be removed from Paramount+. 

"The People's Court" — ended its 26-season run on February 10
TV Personality Judge Marilyn Milian attends the 42nd Annual Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards at The Universal Hilton Hotel on April 24, 2015 in Universal City, California.
Marilyn Milian in 2015.

The syndicated courtroom show featuring Judge Marilyn Milian, who had been on the series since 2001, was canceled in February.

Milian already has a new show, "Justice for the People with Judge Milian," which debuted September 11 through syndication.

"Young Rock" — series finale aired on February 24 on NBC
Uli Latukefu as Dwayne Johnson on season three of "Young Rock."
Uli Latukefu as Dwayne Johnson on season three of "Young Rock."

NBC's sitcom based on the life of wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, starring Uli Latukefu, was canceled in June after three seasons. The final episode aired in February. 

"Endeavor" — series finale released on March 12 on ITV
Shaun Evans on season eight of "Endeavor."
Shaun Evans on season eight of "Endeavor."

PBS Masterpiece announced in May 2022 that producers Mammoth Screen, screenwriter Russell Lewis, and stars Shaun Evans and Roger Allam agreed to end the "Inspector Morse" prequel after its ninth season.

 

"Sex/Life" — series finale released on March 2 on Netflix
Sarah Shahi as Billie Connelly and Darius Homayoun as Majid Mousavi on season two of "Sex/Life."
Sarah Shahi as Billie Connelly and Darius Homayoun as Majid Mousavi on season two of "Sex/Life."

Netflix's steamy drama series centered on a suburban woman named Billie Connelly (played by Sarah Shahi) was canceled in April, two months after season two debuted on the streamer. 

"Walker: Independence" — series finale aired on March 2 on The CW
Katherine McNamara as Abby Walker and Greg Hovanessian as Sheriff Tom Davidson on season one of "Walker Independence."
Katherine McNamara as Abby Walker and Greg Hovanessian as Sheriff Tom Davidson on season one of "Walker: Independence."

Season one of the show, a spin-off of the "Walker" reboot starring Jared Padalecki, premiered on The CW in October 2022.

The finale was released on March 2, 2023 and two months later, the network announced that the show was canceled

"The Winchesters" — series finale aired on March 7 on The CW
Meg Donnelly as Mary Campbell and Drake Rodger as John Winchester on season one of "The Winchesters."
Meg Donnelly as Mary Campbell and Drake Rodger as John Winchester on season one of "The Winchesters."

After "Supernatural" came to an end in 2020 after 15 seasons, The CW attempted to fill the void with "The Winchesters," a prequel series focused on John Winchester and Mary Campbell, and executive produced by "Supernatural" star Jensen Ackles. 

In May, "The Winchesters" was canceled after one season. The show was shopped around elsewhere, to no avail. 

"To all of you who watched, followed, and supported this story, THANK YOU," Ackles tweeted. "And to all those who brought this show to life…I couldn't be more proud of what we all did together. But as they say…timing is everything. With a massive Network shift coupled with an industry strike…welp…that's some unfortunate timing. Sleep well dear @WinchestersOnCW …until we meet again. Somewhere down the road."

"Kung Fu" — series finale aired on March 8 on The CW
Olivia Liang as Nicky Shen on season three of "Kung Fu."
Olivia Liang as Nicky Shen on season three of "Kung Fu."

Season three of the series, centered on a Chinese-American woman named Nicky Shen (Olivia Liang), premiered on The CW in October 2022 and concluded in March 2023.

Then in May, The CW revealed that the show wouldn't be returning for more episodes. 

"Shadow and Bone" — series finale released on March 16 on Netflix
Freddy Carter as Kaz Brekker and Amita Suman as Inej Ghafa on season two of "Shadow and Bone."
Freddy Carter as Kaz Brekker and Amita Suman as Inej Ghafa on season two of "Shadow and Bone."

"Shadow and Bone," based on a book series of the same name, released its season two finale on March 16.

In November, Deadline reported that the Netflix show got canceled following the conclusions of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.

"Servant" — series finale aired on March 17 on Apple TV+
Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell and Rupert Grint on season four, episode three of "Servant."
Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, and Rupert Grint on season four, episode three of "Servant."

Executive producer M. Night Shyamalan originally envisioned six seasons but decided to conclude his horror series with four when he stayed heavily involved in the show's production.

Shyamalan told Digital Spy he believed a shorter series would enable him "to finish it properly."

"I think I feel more comfortable saying a four-year commitment than a six-year commitment to be that involved," he said. "I can see the finish line. I can commit at this level."

The final season launched on Apple TV+ on January 13. 

"Carnival Row" — series finale aired March 17 on Prime Video
Orlando Bloom (Rycroft Philostrate) and Cara Delevingne (Vignette Stonemoss) on season two of "Carnival Row."
Orlando Bloom (Rycroft Philostrate) and Cara Delevingne (Vignette Stonemoss) on season two of "Carnival Row."

Variety reported that the second season of Prime Video's fantasy drama starring Orlando Bloom and Cara Delevingne would be its last. 

The final season premiered on February 17 with new episodes released weekly. The final two episodes were dropped on March 17.

"Agent Elvis"— series finale released on March 17
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Elvis, voiced by Matthew McConaughey, on "Agent Elvis."

The 10-episode first season of the animated series "Agent Elvis" premiered on Netflix in March, starring Matthew McConaughey as the voice of the iconic musician.

The show reimagined Presley as a singer who also has a secret job as a crime-fighting spy.

"Agent Elvis" was canceled in November.

"Your Honor" — series finale aired March 19 on Showtime
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Bill Cranston breaks bad once again, but as a judge.

The Bryan Cranston-led Showtime series about a revered judge going to extreme lengths to keep his son out of jail for murder was confirmed to end its limited series run with its second season last summer.

Cranston announced on Dax Shepard's "Armchair Expert" podcast that it would be the final season. The series ended with a satisfying and complete conclusion, tying up the first season's many open-ended questions.

"Dear Edward" — series finale released on March 24 on Apple TV+
Colin O’Brien and Taylor Schilling on "Dear Edward."
Colin O’Brien and Taylor Schilling on "Dear Edward."

The Apple TV+ series about a boy who ends up being the lone survivor of a car crash was canceled in April after one 10-episode season. 

"Truth Be Told" — series finale released on March 24 on Apple TV+
Octavia Spencer and Gabrielle Union on season three of "Truth Be Told."
Octavia Spencer and Gabrielle Union on season three of "Truth Be Told."

The Apple TV+ series about a true-crime podcaster (played by Octavia Spencer) was canceled in April after four seasons. 

Spencer reacted to the cancelation on Instagram, writing: "Hey y'all. I wanted to share the news that after three seasons of seeking truth and justice, Poppy Scoville is going on a much-needed vacation."

The actor went on to thank the people and teams who brought the show to life, like the "incredible cast and crew." 

"Thank you for your creative vision during this incredible journey. Poppy Scoville signing off," she concluded. 

"Alaska Daily" — series finale aired on March 30 on ABC
Hilary Swank on season one of "Alaska Daily."
Hilary Swank on season one of "Alaska Daily."

ABC opted not to renew the crime series about a reporter named Eileen Fitzgerald, played by Hilary Swank. The season one finale was released on March 30. 

"Doogie Kamealoha, M.D." — series finale released on Disney+ on March 31
Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Lehela for "Doogie Kamealoha, M.D."
Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Lehela for "Doogie Kamealoha, M.D."

Disney+'s reboot of the '90s medical series "Doogie Howser, M.D." was canceled in August, five months after the season two finale was released on the streamer. 

"Wu-Tang: An American Saga" — series finale aired on April 5 on Hulu
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Masta Killa (JaQwan J. Kelly), Ghostface Killah (Siddiq Saunderson), RZA (Ashton Sanders), U-God (Damani D. Sease), Ol’ Dirty Bastard (T.J. Atoms), Inspectah Deck (Uyoata Udi), Raekwon (Shameik Moore), GZA (Johnell Young) and Method Man (Dave East), shown.

In November 2021, Hulu announced the series following the formation of the Wu-Tang Clan would conclude with its third season.

The final season launched on February 15 with three episodes. The show ended two months later. 

"The Problem With Jon Stewart" — series finale released on April 7 on Apple TV+
Jon Stewart on the "Midterms" episode of season two of "The Problem With Jon Stewart."
Jon Stewart on the "Midterms" episode of season two of "The Problem With Jon Stewart."

Production on season three was already underway, but Apple TV+ canceled the show in October after two seasons due to creative differences between Jon Stewart and the streamer, the New York Times reported.

"American Auto" — series finale aired on April 18 on NBC
Jon Barinholtz as Wesley, Harriet Dyer as Sadie, and Ana Gasteyer as Katherine on season two of "American Auto."
Jon Barinholtz as Wesley, Harriet Dyer as Sadie, and Ana Gasteyer as Katherine on season two of "American Auto."

NBC canceled the workplace sitcom in June, after two seasons.

"Snowfall" — series finale aired on April 19 on FX
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"Snowfall" stars Damson Idris as Franklin Saint.

In April 2022, FX announced that "Snowfall," one of its most popular series, would end with season six.

The final season debuted on February 22 with two episodes, with the episodes also available to stream the next day on Hulu. The series finale aired on April 19.

"Star Trek: Picard" — series finale streamed on April 20 on Paramount+
Jonathan Frakes as Riker and Patrick Stewart as Picard on season three of "Star Trek: Picard."
Jonathan Frakes as Riker and Patrick Stewart as Picard on season three of "Star Trek: Picard."

The "Star Trek" spin-off saw the return of Sir Patrick Stewart to the role of Jean-Luc Picard aboard the USS Enterprise.

Always expected to be run for a short number of seasons, the final third season debuted on Paramount+ on February 16. The 10-episode season ran through April 20, 2023.

Though the show was ending, Stewart told press at the Television Critics Association's winter press tour he would be open to reprising his role again if the series could "maintain the work quality" of the previous three seasons.

"Sanditon" — series finale aired on April 23 on PBS
Rose Williams as Charlotte Heywood on season two of "Sanditon."
Rose Williams as Charlotte Heywood on season two of "Sanditon."

PBS Masterpiece's drama series inspired by Jane Austen's final, unfinished novel came to an end with its third season.

"'Sanditon' has been an incredibly special series for Masterpiece, and we know it has found its way into the hearts of countless fans," Masterpiece executive producer Susanne Simpson told Deadline in December 2022 when the cancellation was revealed. "While we are sad to say goodbye to the series, we know our audience has a lot to look forward to in this new season."

"Perry Mason" — the second season finale aired on April 24 on HBO before its cancellation.
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Matthew Rhys in "Perry Mason."

The HBO series, executive produced by Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey, was canceled in June.

"We are tremendously grateful for the remarkable work of Matthew Rhys and the unrivaled cast and crew of Perry Mason for their reimagining of such a treasured and storied franchise," HBO said in a statement to Deadline. "While we won't be moving forward with another season of the series, we are excited to continue working with the brilliant creatives at Team Downey on future projects."

"Firefly Lane" — series finale debuting on April 27 on Netflix
Sarah Chalke and Katherine Heigl on season two, episode five of "Firefly Lane."
Sarah Chalke and Katherine Heigl on season two, episode five of "Firefly Lane."

"Firefly Lane," an adaptation of the book of the same name by Kristin Hannah, starring  Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke as best friends, concluded this summer.

The first half of season two was released in December 2022 and the final seven episodes hit Netflix on April 27.

"Grand Crew" — series finale aired on April 28 on NBC
Nicole Byer as Nicky on season two of "Grand Crew."
Nicole Byer as Nicky on season two of "Grand Crew."

The season two finale of the sitcom aired on NBC in late April. In June, it was axed by the network. 

"The Company You Keep" — series finale aired on May 7 on ABC
Catherine Haena Kim and Milo Ventimiglia on "The Company You Keep."
Catherine Haena Kim and Milo Ventimiglia on "The Company You Keep."

The drama show starring "This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia as a con man didn't continue beyond its first season, which premiered in February and ended in May.

The episodes were also wiped from Hulu following its cancellation.

"A Million Little Things" — series finale aired on May 3 on ABC
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A photo from the season five premiere shows David Giuntoli, Romany Malco, and Lizzy Greene on "A Million Little Things."

A final, fifth season for the ABC family drama was announced in November 2022. The show came to a conclusion in May 2023. 

Executive producer DJ Nash and showrunner Terrence Coli told press at the Television Critics Association winter press tour the final season "feels like a bookend" to the series' start, which launched with a man's death by suicide and its impact on a friend group.

Nash said he knew the idea for the show's conclusion before the series launched in 2018.

"We knew right from the beginning this is where we are going. It's a secret that was held between the EPs and the writers for a long time," Nash said.

"The Goldbergs" — series finale aired on May 3 on ABC
Hayley Orrantia as Erica and Sam Lerner as Geoff on "The Goldbergs."
Hayley Orrantia as Erica and Sam Lerner as Geoff on "The Goldbergs."

The long-running sitcom ended with the 10th season.

"After 10 seasons of huggies and snuggies #TheGoldbergs is saying goodbye," the show's official Twitter account posted in February. "It's been an incredible journey, filled with laughter, tears, and some seriously epic '80s style. Join us in celebrating the final episodes."

"Rabbit Hole" — series finale released on May 7 on Paramount+
Kiefer Sutherland as John Weir on season one of "Rabbit Hole."
Kiefer Sutherland as John Weir on season one of "Rabbit Hole."

"Rabbit Hole" starred Kiefer Sutherland as John Weir, an espionage agent framed for murder.

The show didn't last beyond its eight-episode first season, Entertainment Weekly reported in October.

"Single Drunk Female" — season two finale streamed May 10 on Hulu
Sofia Black-D'Elia as Samantha on "Single Drunk Female."
Sofia Black-D'Elia as Samantha on "Single Drunk Female."

Originally a Freeform show, the comedy about an alcoholic (played by Sofia Black-D'Elia) moving back home, moved to Hulu for its second season. 

After the show's cancellation in June, the show was completely wiped from streaming.

"Titans" — series finale streamed on May 11 on Max
Jay Lycurgo, Brenton Thwaites, and Anna Diop on season four, episode two of "Titans."
Jay Lycurgo, Brenton Thwaites, and Anna Diop on season four, episode two of "Titans."

The cancelation of "Titans," based on characters from DC Comics, was announced in mid-January 2023 after the first half of season four had already been released on Max starting in November 2022.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, producers saw that the show was in danger of being axed, so the fourth season would conclude with a proper finale that tied up loose ends and avoided cliffhangers. 

The second half of season four was released in April, culminating in a series finale that came out on May 11. 

"The Great" — complete third season was released on May 12 on Hulu ahead of its cancellation
Nicholas Hoult as Peter and Elle Fanning as Catherine on season three, episode six of "The Great."
Nicholas Hoult as Peter and Elle Fanning as Catherine on season three, episode six of "The Great."

The satirical dramedy of Catherine the Great's rise to power as Russia's longest-reigning female ruler, starring Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult, was surprisingly canceled in August.

The series was nominated for seven Emmys since its 2020 debut, winning one Emmy for outstanding period costumes in 2022.

"Fear the Walking Dead" — final season premiered on May 14 on AMC and AMC+
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Kim Dickens as Madison on season eight of "Fear TWD."

The final season of AMC's first "The Walking Dead" spin-off will follow Morgan (Lennie James) and Madison's (Kim Dickens) journey to the mysterious PADRE location as they hope to rescue baby Mo. 

The shortened 12-episode season will be split into two halves. The first six episodes aired starting in May.

"A Black Lady Sketch Show" — series finale released on May 19 on HBO
Robin Thede on season four of "A Black Lady Sketch Show."
Robin Thede on season four of "A Black Lady Sketch Show."

The Emmy-winning series, created and starring Robin Thede, premiered in August 2019 and ended in May 2023 after four seasons. 

"Thank you to all the immensely talented cast members, guest stars, writers, directors, editors and crew members who have made 'A Black Lady Sketch Show' an Emmy-winning success," Thede said in a statement shared by The Hollywood Reporter.

"I especially want to recognize the Black women and other women of color who excelled in every department at 'ABLSS,'" she added. "I am also eternally grateful for the support of Issa Rae and Jax Media, Amy Gravitt, Casey Bloys and the entire team at HBO, Max and Warner Bros. Discovery."

"NCIS: Los Angeles" — ended its 14-season run on May 21 on CBS
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Bar Paley, Sammy Sheik, and Chris O'Donnell on "NCIS: Los Angeles."

CBS announced the cancellation of the long-running "NCIS" spin-off series, starring LL Cool J and Chris O'Donnell, in January 2023, after more than 300 episodes.

This was the second NCIS spin-off to end.

"The Rachael Ray Show" — series finale aired on May 24 on CBS
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Rachael Ray and Lindsay Lohan on "The Rachael Ray Show" on January 8, 2019.

CBS announced in March that Ray's daytime cooking series would end this year. Season 17 kicked off in Italy in September 2022.

"The Flash" — series finale aired on May 24 on The CW
Grant Gustin as Barry Allen/The Flash on season eight, episode 16 of "The Flash."
Grant Gustin as Barry Allen/The Flash on season eight, episode 16 of "The Flash."

The CW's longest-running Arrowverse show finally came to an end. Season nine premiered on February 8 and was comprised of 13 episodes.

"Nine seasons! Nine years of saving Central City while taking audiences on an emotional journey full of heart, humor and spectacle," executive producer Eric Wallace said in a statement to TV Line. "And now Barry Allen has reached the starting gate for his last race."

"Dr. Phil" — series finale aired on May 25 on CBS
Dr. Phil McGraw on season three of "The Kelly Clarkson Show."
"Dr. Phil" launched in 2002.

Dr. Phil McGraw's long-running daytime talk show ended with its 21st season, which ran from  2022 to 2023.

"I have been blessed with over 25 wonderful years in daytime television," McGraw said in a statement to People and The Hollywood Reporter on January 31, 2023. "With this show, we have helped thousands of guests and millions of viewers through everything from addiction and marriage to mental wellness and raising children."

He added: "This has been an incredible chapter of my life and career, but while I'm moving on from daytime, there is so much more I wish to do."

"The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" — series finale aired on May 26 on Prime Video
Alex Borstein (Susie) and Rachel Brosnahan (Miriam "Midge" Maisel) on season five of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
Alex Borstein (Susie) and Rachel Brosnahan (Miriam "Midge" Maisel) on season five of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."

Amazon announced the show's fifth season would be its last in February 2022.

The final season, which found Midge "closer than ever" to success as a comedian, contained nine episodes. 

"Blindspotting" aired its final episode on May 26 on Starz.
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A still from "Blindspotting" season two.

The TV sequel to the 2018 movie, created and executive produced by Rafael Casal and Daveed Diggs, follows Ashley (Jasmine Cephas Jones) as she and her son move in with her partner's mom when he's put into jail.

The Starz show was among three cancellations in September.

"Succession" — series finale aired on May 28 on HBO
Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, and Kieran Culkin on season four of "Succession."
Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, and Kieran Culkin on season four of "Succession."

One of HBO's most successful, critically acclaimed series concluded with its 10-episode fourth season.

"Succession" creator Jesse Armstrong broke the news in an interview with The New Yorker, released approximately a month ahead of the season four premiere. 

Amstrong said that around season two of the series, "I started to know where I thought it should end." 

"I do think that this succession story that we were telling is complete," he said. "This is the muscular season to exhaust all our reserves of interest, and I think there's some pain in all these characters that's really strong."

You can read about where every major character ended up here

"Fatal Attraction" — series finale released on May 28 on Paramount+
Lizzy Caplan as Alex Forrest and Joshua Jackson as Dan Gallagher on season one, episode three of "Fatal Attraction."
Lizzy Caplan as Alex Forrest and Joshua Jackson as Dan Gallagher on season one, episode three of "Fatal Attraction."

The show, based on a 1987 film of the same name, starred "Mean Girls" actor Lizzy Caplan and "Dawson's Creek" alum Joshua Jackson.

"Fatal Attraction" was canceled after one season, Entertainment Weekly confirmed in October.

"Ride" — series finale aired on May 29 on the Hallmark Channel
Tiera Skovbye on season one of "Ride."
Tiera Skovbye on season one of "Ride."

Hallmark canceled its "Yellowstone"-esque drama series about a family living at a Colorado ranch after one season, Deadline reported in November.

"Ted Lasso" — series finale released on May 31 on Apple TV+
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Brett Goldstein, Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt on "Ted Lasso."

"Ted Lasso" star Jason Sudeikis confirmed the show's third season would be its last in March with Deadline.

"This is the end of this story that we wanted to tell, that we were hoping to tell, that we loved to tell. The fact that folks will want more and are curious beyond more than what they don't even know yet— that being season three — it's flattering," Sudeikis said. 

The final season of the beloved comedy kicked off on March 15 and concluded on May 31.

You can read Business Insider's finale postmortem interview with Jamie Tartt actor Phil Dunster here

"Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies" — series finale released on June 1 on Paramount+
Tricia Fukuhara as Nancy Nakagawa, Marisa Davila as Jane Facciano, Cheyenne Wells as Olivia Valdovinos and Ari Notartomaso as Cynthia Zdunowski in "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies."
Tricia Fukuhara as Nancy Nakagawa, Marisa Davila as Jane Facciano, Cheyenne Wells as Olivia Valdovinos, and Ari Notartomaso as Cynthia Zdunowski on "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies."

The "Grease" prequel series debuted on Paramount+ in April.

Then in June, weeks after the season one finale was released, the streamer canceled the show. Like other axed Paramount+ shows, "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies" will be removed from the streaming service.

"Manifest" — series finale released on June 2 on Netflix
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Daryl Edwards as Robert Vance, Brianna Riccio + Gianna Riccio as Eden Stone, Melissa Roxburgh as Michaela Stone, J.R. Ramirez as Jared Vasquez, and Matt Long as Zeke Landon in "Manifest."

After its cancellation on NBC, Netflix picked up the fan favorite to wrap up what happened to Flight 828 in a final, 20-episode season. 

The first 10 episodes of the final season debuted on the streamer in November. The final episodes dropped on June 2.

"With Love" — series finale released on June 2 on Prime Video
Emeraude Toubia (Lily Diaz) and Desmond Chiam (Nick Zhao) on season two of "With Love."
Emeraude Toubia (Lily Diaz) and Desmond Chiam (Nick Zhao) on season two of "With Love."

The dramedy "With Love" was canceled in November, after the six-episode second season was released on Prime Video on June 2.

"Never Have I Ever" — series finale released on June 8 on Netflix
Jaren Lewison as Ben Gross and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as Devi on season four, episode 10 of "Never Have I Ever."
Jaren Lewison as Ben Gross and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as Devi on season four, episode 10 of "Never Have I Ever."

The popular teen series, focused on an Indian-American teen named Devi Vishwakumar (played by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan), debuted on Netflix in April 2020.

The series concluded with its fourth and final season, released on the streamer in June. You can read Business Insider's spoiler-filled season four interview with Ben Gross actor Jaren Lewison here.

"City on Fire" — series finale released on June 16 on Apple TV+
Chase Sui Wonders on season one of "City on Fire."
Chase Sui Wonders on season one of "City on Fire."

"City on Fire," based on Garth Risk Hallberg's novel of the same name, premiered on the streamer in May. Following the release of its eight-episode first season, it was revealed that the crime drama had been canceled

"Glamorous" — series finale released on June 22 on Netflix
Kim Cattrall as Madolyn on the season one finale of "Glamorous."
Kim Cattrall as Madolyn on the season one finale of "Glamorous."

"Glamorous," a comedy series starring "Sex and the City" actor Kim Cattrall and Miss Benny, released all 10 episodes of its first season on June 22.

The show was canceled in November after the writers and actors strikes ended, Deadline reported.

"Queen of the Universe" — series finale released on June 23 on Paramount+
Trixie Mattel on season two, episode eight of "Queen of the Universe."
Trixie Mattel on season two, episode eight of "Queen of the Universe."

The drag queen competition show was canceled in June after two seasons and will be removed from Paramount+.

"Gotham Knights" — series finale aired on June 27 on The CW
Oscar Morgan as Turner Hayes and Olivia Rose Keegan as Duela Doe on season one of "Gotham Knights."
Oscar Morgan as Turner Hayes and Olivia Rose Keegan as Duela Doe on season one of "Gotham Knights."

"Gotham Knights," based on DC Comics characters, premiered on The CW in March 2023. The show was canceled in June, shortly before the season one finale was released. 

Star Misha Collins (Harvey Dent) reacted to the show's cancelation during an interview with Deadline and said that there were "lots of conversations" about what a potential second season would look like. 

"I have to say, as it plays, this season ties up so many of the story arcs on the show with a bow so neatly that it almost works as a one-season miniseries," he said. "I'm glad that we're not leaving the audience hanging…it feels like a very nicely encapsulated chapter and an okay stopping point. Yet, I felt like this show was really getting cooking, and I would have loved to have had more time with it."

"The Other Two" — series finale released on June 29 on Max
Drew Tarver on season three, episode eight of "The Other Two."
Drew Tarver on season three, episode eight of "The Other Two."

News of the show's cancellation came shortly before the season three finale was released on the streamer.

The cancellation of "The Other Two" also came amid staff complaints about creators and showrunners Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider, according to The Hollywood Reporter

"The Idol" — series finale released on July 2 on HBO
Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye and Lily-Rose Depp on season one of "The Idol."
Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye and Lily-Rose Depp on season one of "The Idol."

The HBO series, cocreated by Sam Levinson, Reza Fahim, and The Weeknd, was marred by controversy before it was even released on HBO in early June. 

A couple of weeks after the season one finale aired, the network announced that the show centered on a budding pop star (played by Lily-Rose Depp) was canceled.

"'The Idol' was one of HBO's most provocative original programs, and we're pleased by the strong audience response," an HBO spokesperson said in a statement shared by The Hollywood Reporter. "After much thought and consideration, HBO, as well as the creators and producers have decided not to move forward with a second season. We're grateful to the creators, cast, and crew for their incredible work."

"Painting With John" — series finale released on July 7 on HBO
John Lurie on season three of "Painting With John."
John Lurie on season three of "Painting With John."

The unscripted HBO series starred musician, actor, director, and painter John Lurie. The six-episode third season premiered in June and the show was canceled in August. 

Lurie reacted to the end of "Painting With John" on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.

"I am sad about it, but it is a miracle that it ever happened at all," he wrote. "Thanks to HBO, Adam McKay, Todd Schulman, Erik Mockus, Nesrin Wolf and AnnMary James."

"The Horror of Dolores Roach" — series finale released July 7 on Prime Video
Alejandro Hernandez (Luis) and Justina Machado (Dolores Roach) on season one of "The Horror of Dolores Roach."
Alejandro Hernandez (Luis) and Justina Machado (Dolores Roach) on season one of "The Horror of Dolores Roach."

All episodes of season one of "The Horror of Dolores Roach," based on a Spotify podcast of the same name, were released on Prime Video in July. The show was canceled in November. 

"How I Met Your Father" — season two finale released on July 11 on Hulu
Hilary Duff as Sophie and Chris Lowell as Jesse on season two, episode one of "How I Met Your Father."
Hilary Duff as Sophie and Chris Lowell as Jesse on season two, episode one of "How I Met Your Father."

The "How I Met Your Mother" spin-off starring Hilary Duff received a 20-episode second season, double the episode count of its initial season.

The Hulu series following Sophie (Duff) as she tried to find love was canceled on September 1.

"The Blacklist" — series finale released on July 13 on NBC
James Spader on "The Blacklist."
James Spader on "The Blacklist."

The thriller series, starring James Spader as Raymond "Red" Reddington, came to a close with its 10th season on NBC. 

"We tip our Reddington hat to the dedicated production staff, hard-working crew and talented writers," Sony Pictures Television Studios co-president Jason Clodfelter said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. "The unpredictable plot twists have produced a legacy TV show that served to entertain a worldwide audience and as we enter the final season, we can't wait for audiences to see how Raymond Reddington takes a final bow."

"Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan" — series finale released on July 14 on Prime Video
John Krasinski (Jack Ryan) on season four of "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan."
John Krasinski (Jack Ryan) on season four of "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan."

The fourth and final season of Prime Video's "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan," starring John Krasinski as the titular character, was filmed alongside season three.

"Run the World" — series finale aired on July 14 on Starz
Run the World season 2 still
"Run the World" season two.

Starz canceled the dramedy that followed the highs and lows of three women after its second season ended in September.

"Mayans M.C." — series finale aired on July 19 on FX
JD Pardo as EZ on season five of "Mayans M.C."
JD Pardo as EZ on season five of "Mayans M.C."

In January, FX Networks chairman John Landgraf announced that the "Sons of Anarchy" spin-off series would conclude with season five. 

The first two episodes of 10 total premiered on May 24, with new episodes rolling out weekly until the finale's release in July. 

"iCarly" — series finale released on July 27 on Paramount+
Nathan Kress as Freddie Benson and Miranda Cosgrove as Carly Shay on season three, episode six of the "iCarly" revival.
Nathan Kress as Freddie Benson and Miranda Cosgrove as Carly Shay on season three, episode six of the "iCarly" revival.

The season three finale of the "iCarly" revival was released on Paramount+ over the summer and ended with a cliffhanger regarding the identity of the main character Carly Shay's mom.

News of the show's cancellation came in early October, after star Laci Mosley responded to a fan on X.

"It's canceled babes," she wrote.

"Not a joke," she added. "The best people I've ever worked with in the business. Thank you for tuning in to the reboot. Everyone put their deeply kind talented souls into this."

Shortly after, a Paramount+ spokesperson confirmed the show's end with a statement shared by Variety.

"'iCarly' will not be returning for a fourth season on Paramount+," they said. "The series had a great three-season run and delivered on what fans really wanted to see with Carly and Freddie finally getting together. We want to thank the entire cast, the writers, directors and producers along with the whole crew for their dedication, creativity and talent."

"The Hardy Boys" — series finale released on July 28 on Hulu
Joe (Alexander Elliot), Phil (Cristian Perri), and Lucy (Sadie Munroe) on season two of "The Hardy Boys."
Joe (Alexander Elliot), Phil (Cristian Perri), and Lucy (Sadie Munroe) on season two of "The Hardy Boys."

The third and final season of the Hulu mystery show, based on the popular book series of the same name," debuted over the summer. 

"Captain Fall" — series finale released on July 28 on Netflix
Jonathan Fall and Pedro on the animated show "Captain Fall."
Jonathan Fall and Pedro on the animated show "Captain Fall."

Season one of the animated show, starring Jason Ritter as the voice of the titular sea captain, was released on Netflix over the summer.

In November, it was revealed that the streamer canceled "Captain Fall."

"Cruel Summer" — series finale aired on July 31 on Freeform
Sadie Stanley as Megan on season two of "Cruel Summer."
Sadie Stanley as Megan on season two of "Cruel Summer."

Season two of Freeform's anthology series premiered in June and juggled three different timelines as a friendship unraveled.

The thriller was canceled in December, months after the season two finale was released. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show had low ratings.

"High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" — series finale released on August 9 on Disney+
Frankie A. Rodriguez, Julia Lester, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, and Dara Reneé on season four of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."
Frankie A. Rodriguez, Julia Lester, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, and Dara Reneé on season four of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."

The "High School Musical" spin-off series, which catapulted Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett to fame, wrapped up with season four. 

“Swagger” — series finale released on August 11 on Apple TV+
Isaiah Hill as Jace Carson on "Swagger."
Isaiah Hill as Jace Carson on "Swagger."

Apple TV+ opted not to renew "Swagger," loosely inspired by NBA star Kevin Durant's life, for a third season. 

"In our two seasons, we have launched careers, disrupted genre, brought forth humanity through our characters, told stories we care deeply about, revolutionized the way to shoot basketball and had fun," show creator Reggie Rock Bythewood wrote on Instagram

"The Wonder Years" — second season finale aired August 16 on ABC
the wonder years reboot abc
"The Wonder Years" reboot aired on ABC.

ABC canceled the reboot of its '80s hit in September after its second season. The reboot was set in the late 1960s, starring Dulé Hill, Saycon Sengbloh, Elisha "EJ" Williams, and Don Cheadle.

"Riverdale" — series finale aired on August 23 on The CW
KJ Apa as Archie Andrews, Cole Sprouse as Jughead Jones, Camila Mendes as Veronica Lodge, and Lili Reinhart as Betty Cooper on the series finale of "Riverdale."
KJ Apa as Archie Andrews, Cole Sprouse as Jughead Jones, Camila Mendes as Veronica Lodge, and Lili Reinhart as Betty Cooper.

After more than 100 episodes and innumerable off-the-wall storylines, the cast of "Riverdale" was finally freed from the CW series when it came to an end with its seventh and final season.

Season seven showed Archie, Betty, Veronica, and Jughead in a '50s setting, hearkening back to the aesthetic of Archie Comics. The series finale was released on August 23 and included a major plot twist regarding the core four.

"Nancy Drew" — series finale aired on August 23 on The CW
Alex Saxon as Ace, Kennedy McMann as Nancy Drew, Tunji Kasim as Nick, Maddison Jaizani as Bess, and Leah Lewis as George Fan on season four of "Nancy Drew."
Alex Saxon as Ace, Kennedy McMann as Nancy Drew, Tunji Kasim as Nick, Maddison Jaizani as Bess, and Leah Lewis as George Fan on season four of "Nancy Drew."

"Nancy Drew," centered on the titular teenage sleuth, began its fourth and final season on May 31.

Like "Riverdale," this CW series also got a proper send-off when its finale aired on August 23. 

"Miracle Workers" — series finale released on August 28 on TBS
Daniel Radcliffe on season four of "Miracle Workers."
Daniel Radcliffe on season four of "Miracle Workers."

The anthology series starring Daniel Radcliffe was canceled months after its dystopian fourth season, called "End Times," was released on TBS.

"Disenchantment" — fifth and final season released on September 1 on Netflix
Mora and Bean on season five of "Disenchantment."
Mora and Bean on season five of "Disenchantment."

The animated Netflix series from "The Simpsons" and "Futurama" creator Matt Groening concluded with a 10-episode final season.

"Heels" — series finale aired September 15 on Starz
Alexander Ludwig and Stephen Amell in "Heels."
Alexander Ludwig and Stephen Amell in "Heels."

Stephen Amell's wrestling series at Starz was canceled in September after two seasons.

"Winning Time" — second season finale aired September 17 on HBO and Max
John C. Reilly pointing and Quincy Isiah holding a Lakers jersey
(L-R) John C. Reilly and Quincy Isiah on "Winning Time."

HBO's sports drama about the rise of the Lakers in the '80s was canceled the same day its season two finale aired.

Vulture reported that producers received hints that the series may not be renewed due to the show's low ratings so they were able to film an alternate ending for the finale in case they were canceled.

Critics initially screened an ending where the Lakers lost the 1984 NBA finals to the Boston Celtics. The new ending, filmed in January, featured a montage of what happened to the real-life inspirations for the characters.

"Sex Education" — fourth and final season released on September 21 on Netflix
Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn on season four of "Sex Education."
Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn on season four of "Sex Education."

Netflix's NSFW show about a teen sex therapist named Otis Milburn (played by Asa Butterfield) will come to an end with its fourth season.

The eight-episode final season premiered on September 21, centering on Otis and his best friend Eric Effiong (Ncuti Gatwa) adjusting to a new school, Cavendish Sixth Form College, after the closure of Moordale Secondary.

"This was not an easy decision to make, but as the themes and stories of the new season crystallized, it became clear that this was the right time to graduate," show creator Laurie Nunn said

"Harlan Coben's Shelter" — series finale released on September 22 on Prime Video
Abby Corrigan (Ema Winslow), Jaden Michael (Mickey Bolitar), and Adrian Greensmith (Arthur "Spoon" Spindell) on season one of "Harlan Coben's Shelter."
Abby Corrigan (Ema Winslow), Jaden Michael (Mickey Bolitar), and Adrian Greensmith (Arthur "Spoon" Spindell) on season one of "Harlan Coben's Shelter."

"Shelter" debuted on Prime Video in August, centering on a mystery in Kasselton, New Jersey.

The show's cancelation after one season was announced in November.

"Breeders" — series finale released on September 25 on FX
Martin Freeman on season three of "Breeders."
Martin Freeman on season three of "Breeders."

The comedy, which starred Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard, concluded with its fourth season.

Season four premiered on July 31, with new episodes released weekly and available to stream the next day on Hulu.

"Reservation Dogs" — series finale aired on September 27
D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Bear on season two of "Reservation Dogs."
D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Bear on season two of "Reservation Dogs."

"Reservation Dogs" creator Sterlin Harjo announced the FX and Hulu show's end on Instagram in June, ahead of the release of season three.

"I always knew what the end of this story would be, I just didn't know when it would arrive," Harjo wrote in his post. "As we continued to break stories and write scripts this season, it became clear to the producers, Taika and me that the season three finale is the perfect series finale." 

"Physical" — series released on September 27 on Apple TV+
Rose Byrne on season three of "Physical."
Rose Byrne on season three of "Physical."

In May, Apple TV+ announced that "Physical," starring Rose Byrne would conclude with its third season.

"We are so grateful to Apple, Tomorrow Studios, and all our creative collaborators for the chance to bring Sheila to life in all her gritty glory," Byrne and series creator Annie Weisman said in a statement shared by Deadline.

"With this final season, Sheila's three act saga of rebellion, recovery, and redemption comes to the satisfying conclusion that she and her fans so richly deserve," they added. "We feel so proud to share this last chapter with everyone."

"Billions" — series finale aired on October 27 on Showtime
Paul Giamatti as Chuck Rhoades on "Billions."
Paul Giamatti as Chuck Rhoades on "Billions."

Showtime's long-running drama series ended with season seven, which premiered in August.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, there are some spin-offs in the works. 

"Doom Patrol" — series finale released on November 9 on Max
Brendan Fraser and Diane Guerrero on season four, episode six of "Doom Patrol."
Brendan Fraser and Diane Guerrero on season four, episode six of "Doom Patrol."

HBO Max canceled the quirky DC Comics series about a ragtag group of heroes in January as its fourth season continued to stream. According to Variety, the team knew its 12-episode fourth season would be its last, so the show will come to a definitive conclusion.

New DC head James Gunn tweeted that the cancellations of "Titans" and "Doom Patrol" preceded his tenure at the studio.

A trailer for the final episodes debuted in September.

"The Circus" — series finale aired on November 12 on Showtime
John Heilemann, Tim Miller, and Steve Bannon on season eight of "The Circus."
John Heilemann, Tim Miller, and Steve Bannon on season eight of "The Circus."

The political docuseries ended its run in November after eight seasons on Showtime.

"Archer" — series finale released on December 17 on FXX
Sterling Archer on season 13 of "Archer."
Sterling Archer on season 13 of "Archer."

The long-running adult animated comedy is finally coming to an end after 14 seasons.

The final season premiered with two episodes on August 30 on FXX. It's available to stream the following day on Hulu. 

"Snowpiercer" — the final season's complete but will no longer air on TNT
Daveed Diggs on season three of "Snowpiercer."
Daveed Diggs on season three of "Snowpiercer."

In June 2022, Deadline reported that TNT's post-apocalyptic series starring Daveed Diggs would be ending with its upcoming fourth season.

Months later, in January 2023, multiple outlets reported that TNT scrapped the final season and won't be airing it. 

"We have been working collaboratively with the producers since last year to help the series find a new home where fans can continue to enjoy the compelling story and exceptional visual experience," a network spokesperson said in a statement to Variety.

"Three Women" — the show's fate is unclear since Starz picked up the first and only season of the former Showtime series
Shailene Woodley on the show "Three Women."
Shailene Woodley on the show "Three Women."

On January 30, 2023, Paramount Global announced that Showtime would be integrated into Paramount+, as part of a reorganization.

Deadline reported that as a result, Showtime's programming slate was reviewed and shows were axed. Among the cancellations was the Showtime series "Three Women," starring Shailene Woodley and based on Lisa Taddeo's best-selling nonfiction novel. 

Filming of the show was already complete and in light of the news, it was reportedly being shopped around to air elsewhere. In March, Starz picked up the drama series. There is no current release date.

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