HBO has cancelled Avenue 5 after 2 seasons.
Avenue 5 has been cancelled, with HBO deciding not to renew the show after long delays. Created by Armando Iannucci, the sci-fi comedy series is set 40 years into the future. The story follows Captain Ryan Clark and his crew on a luxury space cruise ship as they deal with disgruntled passengers and logistical obstacles after the accidental death of the chief engineer complicates their safe return to Earth.
SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY Now, after making its debut in January 2020, and running for two seasons, HBO has announced its cancelation of Avenue 5. Per Deadline, It had long been speculated that the series won't return for a third installment. Because of the pandemic, Avenue 5 season 2 only began filming in August 2021 which was two and a half years after season 1. The cast was released from their contracts during that time.
Iannucci, who created Veep, has another project in the works with HBO. The network has ordered a pilot for The Franchise, which will follow the drama on the set of a “dysfunctional, nonsensical, joyous hellscape of franchise superhero movie-making.” Specifically, it will center around the cast and crew of a fictional franchise as they wonder if their jobs have any meaning.
Even though fans of Avenue 5 are likely disappointed by the news, Iannucci's superhero project looks to carry the same spirit, and it boasts a lot of talent both in front of and behind the camera. Skyfall director Sam Mendes will helm the pilot and serve as an executive producer. The cast of The Franchise, meanwhile, includes the likes of Billy Magnussen and Richard E. Grant.