Netflix announced today that they have cancelled yet another show. Sense8 was a sci-fi favorite helmed by The Wachowskis (The Matrix, V for Vendetta) and it’s diverse cast dealt with politics, gender, religion, and was overall a great representation of the world as we know it. The show is shot uniquely in 16 cities and 13 countries, which unfortunately came with a high price tag. In Season 2, each episode cost an estimated $9 million.
The announcement comes just days after actor Brian J. Smith urged fans to tweet #RenewSense8 in an effort to save the show.
This might be a good time to start making some noise. https://t.co/N08EgzD8E4
— Brian J. Smith (@BrianJacobSmith) May 30, 2017
But he followed up today with a sad message to fans that the show has officially been cancelled.
Sorry guys. Thanks for your passion and support these last few days, was very moving to see your love for the show. En Evant! https://t.co/77H3Ob7OGB
— Brian J. Smith (@BrianJacobSmith) June 1, 2017
Soon after, Netflix released an official statement that the show has been cancelled.
Statement from Netflix on the cancelation of #Sense8 pic.twitter.com/w42kvlWypF
— Jarett Wieselman (@JarettSays) June 1, 2017
Even though the show is done at Netflix, fans are keeping hope alive that it could get picked up by another streaming service like Amazon or Hulu. Until then, we can only hope for closure after the devastating Season 2 finale.
Thank you for being a part of our journey. Sensates forever. pic.twitter.com/SClwiY3rwy
— Sense8 (@sense8) June 1, 2017